Submitted by Josselyn Salafia.
For more information, please call the HK Recreation Department at 860-345-8334 or visit us on-line at www.hkrec.com.
Science Outreach
The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department has the Children’s Museum of SE CT coming to HK. These programs are a mix of science demonstration and hands-on activities for boys and girls ages 3- 5 and boys and girls in grades K-4. The fee is $22 each session. The topics include:
- Sweet Experiments – Join us for the sweetest program ever as children do experiments such as Gummy Bear Osmosis, Skittles Chromatography and Pixy Stix Acid Testing. Who knew science could be such a treat? This workshop will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at the HK Old Middle School room A-117 from 1:15 – 2:00 p.m. There will also be a workshop for Boys and Girls in grades K-4, Wednesday, December 5 at Haddam Elementary School and on Thursday, December 6 at Killingworth Elementary School from 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Young Chefs of HK
The HK Recreation Department is offering some fun cooking classes this fall. Young Chefs is for boys and girls in grades 1 – 5. It meets from 4:15 – 5:45 pm at the HK HS B-112. The fee is $26 each class (non-residents add $5). It is a unique culinary experience which will offer cooking classes to children in a safe environment that will encourage discovery and creativity. Each visit will be a new experience with fresh monthly themes and exciting new programs. Students sharpen their skills by employing the mantra, “Mise en Place” which, in the cooking world, translates into “Everything in its place.” Young chefs will learn basics in kitchen safety, proper food handling, food preparation, cooking and baking techniques, presentation, and so much more! At the end of each workshop the young chef will leave with a packet of info on how to recreate what we made in class and tasty treats for their family to try.
- December 5 – learn how to make snowman cupcakes and a baked ziti for the family. This time of year is very busy so let’s learn how to make an entree and dessert we can serve for a holiday meal.
“BLUE CHRISTMAS” WITH ELVIS AND BRIGHT NIGHTS
The HK Recreation Department is offering a trip to Holyoke, MA on Thursday, December 6, 2018. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at The Log Cabin. This beautiful facility overlooks the Pioneer Valley and provides fabulous entertainment. Participants will be greeted with an Hors d’oeuvre Welcome Tray and a complimentary glass of wine or beer. The menu includes choice of Brisket with Mushroom Gravy or Crispy Fried Chicken with all the fixings and a great dessert. After lunch enjoy the show. The tribute to Elvis, starring Ray Guilloumet as “Ray of Elvis will be a musical act to remember. The last stop will be Bright Nights in Forest Park. This New England’s largest lighting display, featuring more than 2.5 miles of magnificant displays with over a quarter of a million lights. See Seuss Land, North Pole Village, Victorian Village, Toy Land, Giant Poinsettia Candles and more. Fee includes Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, complete luncheon /show at the Log Cabin, Bright Nights Admittance & driver’s gratuity.
