Posted June 9, 2025
Plymouth School District Community Education & Recreation is offering Middle-School Lifting and Friday Playgroup this summer, along with three new opportunities: Habitat Hike, Racquet Sports Intro, and Arts & Crafts Camp.
For current grades 6-7. Learn the basics of athletic-based fitness training and develop speed, explosiveness, agility, strength, & conditioning. Students who complete the class and pass the Free-Weight Safety Test can use the PHS Fitness Center independently.
Instructor: Julie Frausto
Details: 11:50am-12:50pm Mondays & Wednesdays June 16-July 16 (except June 23 & 25) in the Riverview Fitness Center
Fee: Free, but register via MyRec by June 9
Register: online via MyRec
For all ages! Join other parents and children this summer at this parent-supervised free play at Plymouth parks.
Details: 9:30-11am 1st & 3rd Fridays through Aug 15 (except July 4)
-June 20 at Junior-Stayer Park, 39 S Stafford St
-July 18 at Lone Oak, 2245 Valley Road
-Aug 1 at City Park, 203 Suhrke Road
-Aug 15 at Meyer Park, 300 Daleview Drive
Fee: Free, but please pre-register so we know to expect you.
Register: online via MyRec
For all ages! Learn about what a habitat is & how to spot one in nature. Then hike the Lone Oak Park trail as you look for nests, dug-out trees, & more! End with unstructured play at the playground. Held in conjunction with Friday Playgroup.
Instructor: Laura Grunwald-Rentmeester, Conservation Specialist with the Sheboygan County Planning & Conservation Department
Details: 9:30-11am Friday July 18 at Lone Oak Park
Fee: Free, but please pre-register so we know to expect you.
Register: online via MyRec
For ages 8-12. Get active, have fun, and learn 2 exciting sports in one program! This dynamic class introduces kids to the fundamentals of both tennis and pickleball through engaging drills, games, and match play. Students will build hand-eye coordination, footwork, and sportsmanship while developing a lifelong love of racquet sports. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience who want to play in middle & high school!
Instructors: RSPA professional John Frausto and RSPA Apprentice instructors
Details: 5-6pm Mondays July 21-Aug 18 at PHS tennis courts
Fee: $25 through July 14, then $35
Register: online via MyRec
Each session will explore a unique form of arts and crafts, giving kids the chance to express themselves, learn new skills, and have tons of fun along the way!
Session 1: Jewelry Making
For ages 8-14. In this fun and hands-on session, each child will get the chance to design and create their very own necklace, bracelet, or earrings—and if time allows, they can even make all three! Along the way, they’ll learn the essentials of jewelry-making, from selecting materials to putting it all together. It’s a creative experience full of sparkle, imagination, and skill-building!
Session 2: Plate Mod Podge
For ages 7-14. In this colorful and creative session, kids will discover the art of layering tissue paper and using Mod Podge to design their very own decorative plate! They’ll have a blast exploring textures, colors, and patterns while learning a fun new crafting technique that lets their imagination shine.
Session 3: Paint a Nature Scene
For ages 7-14: The teacher will be guiding the kids through a fun, step-by-step mini painting session where we’ll all create the same beautiful nature scene together. Along the way, students will learn about blending, layering, and explore a variety of painting techniques and textures. It’s a great opportunity for them to get creative, build confidence, and learn some real art skills in a relaxed, hands-on environment!
Session 4: Butterfly Windchimes
For ages 6-14. Get ready for a fun and crafty adventure as we create beautiful butterfly wind chimes! Kids will design and assemble their very own charming wind chimes. It’s the perfect blend of art and nature—watching their butterflies flutter in the breeze will be so rewarding!
Instructor: Ashley Hilbelink
Details: 5:30-7:30 Tuesdays July 29-Aug 19 in Riverview Art Room
Fee: $20 for Jewelry; $15 for each of the others; or $59 for all 4 through July 21, then $30/$25/$69
Register: online via MyRec
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