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Tuesday December 9, 2025
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Clay Creations - Clay Creations Clay Creations Dates: Tuesdays, December 2-16   Time:   3:15-4:30pm Who:   Grade 1-5 Fee:     $120 (3 Wks) Instructor: Sarah Scoville Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street, Carlisle In Clay Creations, students will learn different techniques to sculpt with polymer clay including animals, food, and jewelry making.*The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Nashoba Valley Ski Program 2026 - RENTAL FITTING: Nashoba Valley Ski Program Nashoba Valley Ski & Snowboard Program - Registration Opens on October 1st at NOON Dates:  Fridays, January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13 (Make-Up 2/27) Time:   After School – 6:30pm (4:30pm Lesson) Who:   Grades 2-8 - Carlisle Residents Only Fee:     No Lesson Package: $475            Lesson Package: $625 (Click/Add Lesson Package Option ($150) at Registration/Check Out) Equipment Rental Fee: $200 (6wk Equipment Rental)                                  $50 (6wk Helmet Rental) (Helmets are Required) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 10/31/25 (No Exceptions) A package of six ski/snowboard trips to Nashoba Valley. The program will include ski or snowboard lessons, transportation to and from the ski area and recreational skiing. Chaperones are needed to make this program a success.  If you are interested in chaperoning, please call the recreation office at 978-759-7632 for details. *No Refunds after November 1st at 4:00pm unless the spot can be filled.Nashoba Pre-Fit for Ski/Snowboard Rentals Date:   Tuesday, December 9Time:   6:30-7:30pm Fee:     $200 (6wk Equipment Rental)             $50 (6wk Helmet Rental) (Helmets are Required)             (Make check payable to Ski Rental Corp. on the Rental Fit Night) Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street Helmets may also be ordered and purchased at the pre-fit.  All rental fees should be made payable to Ski Rental Corp on the night of the rental fitting.

Wednesday December 10, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:25 PM	AttackBots AND SuperStructures - AttackBots AttackBots Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   3:15-4:25pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *AttackBots & SuperStructures - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyIn this exciting program, students will build a variety of military-inspired robots that will respond to their programmed commands. While working with a partner to solve the various challenges, your student will be challenged to understand how to effectively utilize a sensor, how different mechanical components can alter the power and speed of their machine, and how programming is a challenging but rewarding skill that they can master with just a little practice. We will support them in the development of their coding and building skills and inspire them with games and challenges using the robots they build with their partner. They're going to have a BLAST!  *Join the SuperStructures class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out! **The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.SuperStructures Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   4:30-5:40pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *SupterStructures & AttackBots - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyCan you design the next Taj Mahal? Come create and build the future using LEGO® bricks in Snapology's new and exciting Architecture class! It's never too early to foster your child's engineering and building skills in this super cool program.  *Join the AttackBots class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out!
4:30 PM - 5:40 PM	AttackBots AND SuperStructures - SuperStructures AttackBots Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   3:15-4:25pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *AttackBots & SuperStructures - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyIn this exciting program, students will build a variety of military-inspired robots that will respond to their programmed commands. While working with a partner to solve the various challenges, your student will be challenged to understand how to effectively utilize a sensor, how different mechanical components can alter the power and speed of their machine, and how programming is a challenging but rewarding skill that they can master with just a little practice. We will support them in the development of their coding and building skills and inspire them with games and challenges using the robots they build with their partner. They're going to have a BLAST!  *Join the SuperStructures class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out! **The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.SuperStructures Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   4:30-5:40pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *SupterStructures & AttackBots - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyCan you design the next Taj Mahal? Come create and build the future using LEGO® bricks in Snapology's new and exciting Architecture class! It's never too early to foster your child's engineering and building skills in this super cool program.  *Join the AttackBots class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - Inclusive - Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - Inclusive Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - InclusiveDates:  Wednesdays (12 Weeks)            October 15, 22, 29            November 5, 12, 19            December 3, 10, 17            January 7, 14, 21Time:  6:00-8:00pmWho:   Ages 18 & UpFee:     FREE*Location:  The Brick Building, 97 School StreetDo you love acting but don’t enjoy heavy memorization? Do you have a lifetime of experiences, stories, or favorite shows to draw from? Are you curious about history or drawn to comedy? If so, this workshop is for you! Explore the art of Early Commedia dell’Arte, a 16th -century Italian style of theater that relies on improvisation and natural reactions. Rehearsals with fellow actors using newly translated manuscripts including one that hasn’t been performed in over 400 years! Create and perform a 450-year-old-play brought to life in fresh ways at every performance. Share your work with the community through multiple public performances in March 2026. No theater experience required – just curiosity and a sense of fun! Transportation is available for Carlisle residents via our wheelchair-accessible van.  *This program is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council.

Thursday December 11, 2025
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Holiday Robotics Workshop (Early Release Day) - Holiday Robotics Workshop (Early Release Day) Holiday Robotics Workshop Date:   Thursday, December 11 (Early Release Day)Time:  12:30-3:30pm Who:   Ages 8-13 Fee:     $65 Location: Brick Building Instructor: Snapology In this winter holiday program, we'll help get your student in the holiday spirit with exciting activities that will inspire their creative thinking, develop their communication skills, and get them thinking about this special month in ways they never have before! Students will engage in activities from our Hanukkah Workshop, How The Grinch Stole Bricks Workshop, and Santa's Creator Club Workshop when they take this combo program. Even if your kids are on a break from school, the learning, inventing, and playing never stops at Snapology!  Please Bring a Nut Free Lunch, Snack and Drink. *The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.

Friday December 12, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Happy Hands - Happy Hands Happy Hands Dates:  Friday, December 12 (No School)Time:   9:00am-3:00pm Who:   Grades 1-4 Fee:    $185  Location: Brick Building, 97 School St Instructor:  Teresa Riffe Throughout this pop-up workshop children will work on paintings using canvas, paper, mixed medium, working with acrylic painting, oil pastels, watercolors, acrylic pens and more. Children will work on canvas and paper to create a sensational piece of art that can be displayed at home or school. Take your creativity to a new level learning new techniques for a seasoned artist that will give you new skills. All creations are inspired by each child’s creativity and imagination.

Tuesday December 16, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM	Clay Creations - Clay Creations Clay Creations Dates: Tuesdays, December 2-16   Time:   3:15-4:30pm Who:   Grade 1-5 Fee:     $120 (3 Wks) Instructor: Sarah Scoville Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street, Carlisle In Clay Creations, students will learn different techniques to sculpt with polymer clay including animals, food, and jewelry making.*The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.

Wednesday December 17, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:25 PM	AttackBots AND SuperStructures - AttackBots AttackBots Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   3:15-4:25pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *AttackBots & SuperStructures - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyIn this exciting program, students will build a variety of military-inspired robots that will respond to their programmed commands. While working with a partner to solve the various challenges, your student will be challenged to understand how to effectively utilize a sensor, how different mechanical components can alter the power and speed of their machine, and how programming is a challenging but rewarding skill that they can master with just a little practice. We will support them in the development of their coding and building skills and inspire them with games and challenges using the robots they build with their partner. They're going to have a BLAST!  *Join the SuperStructures class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out! **The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.SuperStructures Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   4:30-5:40pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *SupterStructures & AttackBots - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyCan you design the next Taj Mahal? Come create and build the future using LEGO® bricks in Snapology's new and exciting Architecture class! It's never too early to foster your child's engineering and building skills in this super cool program.  *Join the AttackBots class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out!
4:30 PM - 5:40 PM	AttackBots AND SuperStructures - SuperStructures AttackBots Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   3:15-4:25pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *AttackBots & SuperStructures - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyIn this exciting program, students will build a variety of military-inspired robots that will respond to their programmed commands. While working with a partner to solve the various challenges, your student will be challenged to understand how to effectively utilize a sensor, how different mechanical components can alter the power and speed of their machine, and how programming is a challenging but rewarding skill that they can master with just a little practice. We will support them in the development of their coding and building skills and inspire them with games and challenges using the robots they build with their partner. They're going to have a BLAST!  *Join the SuperStructures class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out! **The Recreation Director or Instructor will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.SuperStructures Dates: Wednesdays, November 5-December 17 (No Class 11/26)Time:   4:30-5:40pmWho:   Ages 7-10Fee:     $150 (6 wks)            $225 (6 wks) *SupterStructures & AttackBots - Discount will be applied at check-outLocation: Brick Building, CarlisleInstructor: SnapologyCan you design the next Taj Mahal? Come create and build the future using LEGO® bricks in Snapology's new and exciting Architecture class! It's never too early to foster your child's engineering and building skills in this super cool program.  *Join the AttackBots class and receive a discount for attending two back-to back classes – check it out!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - Inclusive - Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - Inclusive Commedia dell’ Arte Workshop (Improv) - InclusiveDates:  Wednesdays (12 Weeks)            October 15, 22, 29            November 5, 12, 19            December 3, 10, 17            January 7, 14, 21Time:  6:00-8:00pmWho:   Ages 18 & UpFee:     FREE*Location:  The Brick Building, 97 School StreetDo you love acting but don’t enjoy heavy memorization? Do you have a lifetime of experiences, stories, or favorite shows to draw from? Are you curious about history or drawn to comedy? If so, this workshop is for you! Explore the art of Early Commedia dell’Arte, a 16th -century Italian style of theater that relies on improvisation and natural reactions. Rehearsals with fellow actors using newly translated manuscripts including one that hasn’t been performed in over 400 years! Create and perform a 450-year-old-play brought to life in fresh ways at every performance. Share your work with the community through multiple public performances in March 2026. No theater experience required – just curiosity and a sense of fun! Transportation is available for Carlisle residents via our wheelchair-accessible van.  *This program is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council.

Thursday December 18, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Mini Golf - Design, Build Play - Mini Golf - Design, Build, Play Mini Golf: Design, Build, Play Dates:  Thursdays, November 6-December 18 (No Class 12/11) Time:   3:15-4:45pm* Who:   Grades K-4 Fee:    $135 (5 Wks) Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street Instructor:  Skyhawks Staff This exciting and hands-on program will dive into the fun world of mini golf. This unique program is designed to blend creativity, teamwork, and fundamental golf skills into an engaging experience. Children will learn putting techniques through fun drills and games working to improve accuracy, control, and master the basics. As the program progresses, we will work in teams to design and build new holes every week with fun themes to jump start children’s creativity and imagination. Teamwork, creative problem solving, and hands-on learning and play all rolled into one. Whether your child is a budding golf pro or just looking for a creative adventure, this program is sure to be a hole in one.  *The Recreation Director will plan to meet the children at the end of the school day and walk with them to class.

Monday January 5, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Zumba Fitness - Take the Work out of your Workout! - Zumba - Session III Zumba® Fitness – Take the Work out of your Workout! Dates:  Mondays            Session II: November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15                       *Note: 11/10 in Gym            Session III: January 5-February 9 (Snow Date: 2/23) (No Class 1/19)            Session IV: March 2-30 (Make-up 4/6)            Session V: April 13-May 18 (No Class 4/20) Time:   5:00-6:00pm  Who:   Ages 18+ Fee:     Session II: $60 (6 Classes)                Session III, IV, V: $50 (5 Classes)Instructor: Donna Johnson Location:  Exercise Room, Carlisle School and/or Brick Building, 97 School St. Ditch the workout. Join the party! Zumba® is a dance-based fitness program that provides a great cardio workout set to fun, motivating Latin and international music. This one-hour class will mix low-intensity and high-intensity moves to stretch, sculpt, and tone your muscles while efficiently burning calories. The class is appropriate for all fitness levels. No previous dance or Zumba® experience is required. Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. With Zumba®, working out has never been so fun!  Once you register, the instructor will send an invitation via email.

Tuesday January 6, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Write and Submit a Short Story in Four Weeks - Write and Submit a Short Story in Four Weeks Write and Submit a Short Story in 4 WeeksDates:  Tuesdays, January 6-27Time:  7:00-8:30pmWho:   Ages 18+Fee:     $100 per person Location: The Brick Building, 97 School StreetInstructor: Jenn BouchardWriters of all levels – including novices – are welcome. Classes will be geared toward short fiction and creative non fiction. You will learn about the craft of writing and editing short pieces as well as how to submit them to literary magazines. Insight into the current publishing industry will also be given from an award-winning local author.