Houlton Rec opens gym, game room on Oct. 12

The Houlton Parks and Recreation Department will open the Gentle Memorial Building gym and game room for the fall and winter season on Oct. 12.
Season Passes: Again this year, students may purchase a game room season pass, which entitles a youth to use the pool and ping pong tables throughout the open game room season. This does not include coin-operated games. Cost is $15 for Houlton residents and $20 for non-Houlton residents. If a youth does not invest in a season pass, the price for the use of the pool/ping pong table is 50 cents for 15 minutes.
Game Room open hours are each Monday–Friday from 2:45-5 p.m.; Saturday, 1-4 p.m. and Sunday, 1-4 p.m.
Gym open hours are each Monday–Thursday from 2:30-5 p.m.: Friday 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Saturday, 1-4 p.m. and Sunday, 1-4 p.m.
After-school Fun Program
The Houlton Recreation Department will be offering an After-school Fun Program again this fall. Youth in grades PreK – 4 are invited to attend. The program runs each Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4:30 p.m. at the recreation center. The program includes crafts, games, contests, snacks and more. Parents may select one- or two-day programs. This program will run for eight weeks. Cost for the one-day program is $25 for Houlton resident/$38 for non-Houlton residents and the two-day program is $50 for Houlton resident $75 for non-Houlton residents.
To register a child, call the Houlton Recreation Department at 532-1310 by Oct. 8. The program will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 12. This program is limited to 20 children per day. For more information, contact the Houlton Recreation Department.
Parent and Tot Time
The Houlton Recreation Department will once again hold the Parent & Tot Time. This activity will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at the rec center. The time for this activity will be 8:30-10 a.m. each Tuesday and Thursday mornings. This unstructured play time gives parents and tots the opportunity to meet new friends. Some toys will be available or families can bring their own. There is no charge for this activity.
Walking times
The Houlton Recreation Department will open for walkers on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  This free activity allows individuals to walk inside throughout the fall and winter months. Days for walking are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily. Participants are asked to wear sneakers or soft-soled shoes in the gym.
Men’s open gym
Men’s open gym will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 6:30-8 p.m. Cost is $2 per player. Players must be 18 years of age or older and out of high school to participate. Men’s nights will be held each Monday and Wednesday.
Women’s open gym
Women’s open gym will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 6:30-8 p.m Cost is $2 per player. Players must be 18 years of age or older and out of high school to participate.
Early release school days
The Houlton Recreation Department will offer an “Early Release School Day” program to area families in the SAD 29 school system. The program will be held on Oct. 20, Jan. 26 and March 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each day will be filled with crafts, games, contest, movies, snacks and more. Children in grades preK–6 are invited to participate in this program. Cost will be $8 for Houlton residents/$12 for non-Houlton residents per day.
There will be a limit of 40 children per day for this program. To register, call the Houlton Recreation Department at 532-1310 by Oct. 12.
Nordic ski rentals
Mojo of Presque Isle is offering Nordic ski rental packages again this year in the Houlton area. You must be present to be sized for your rentals on Wednesday, Oct. 13 between 4-6 p.m. at the Houlton Recreation Center. This year’s packages are $55 for students and $80 for adults. For this price the skis, boots and poles are included for the winter.
For more information, call the rec at 532-1310.