2008 Season
June 21 - August 31
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OPA Recreation Programs for Children and Youth
Rec Hall
The Agnes L. Park Recreation Building (aka the Rec Hall) is open every weekday
afternoon from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. The Rec Hall is equipped with a basketball half
court, volleyball, professional size pool tables, bumper pool tables, foosball, ping pong
tables, board games, a craft corner, music and a snack bar.  The Rec Hall is open to
children entering first grade and above; however children younger than 10 must be
accompanied by an older sibling or adult. Rec Hall membership is $45 for the season,
$25 per month, $10 per week, or $3.00 per day. The Rec Hall is located on Colby
Avenue between W. Grand and Clover. To contact the Rec Hall Director please call
934-1341.
Family movies are held in Jordan Hall on Mondays at 7:30 pm. On June 30 and
August 4 the movies will be preceded by a BBQ starting at 6 pm; BBQ and movies
will be at the Rec Hall those nights.
Dances for youths 11 to 18 are held in the Rec Hall on Friday nights during the
season, 8:00-10:30 pm (except July 4 and July 25). Admission is $5.00, $3.00 for Rec
Hall Members.
 Ocean Park Day at Aquaboggan!
July 31, 2008
It’s summer fun for everyone at one of Maine’s favorite amusement parks! With
exciting water rides like the Turbo Drop, the Pipeline, and Bumpin’ Boats,
Aquaboggan is the perfect place to play on a hot summer day.Discounted tickets to Aquaboggan Water Park will be
on sale in the Ocean Park Association office from June 30 to July 31, during regular
office hours. Tickets are $10.00 per person, and $7.50 for children (under 4 feet
tall) and seniors – that’s a savings of over 50% off the regular admission price!
All proceeds from the ticket sales for Ocean Park Day will go directly to your Ocean Park Association. Click here for details.
Oceanwood Day Camp
Many in Ocean Park are aware that there is a summer camp located at the end of Royal
Street. Oceanwood, a ministry of the American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts, has
recently expanded its day camp program for area residents and vacationers. If you are a
parent or grandparent looking to keep your children or grandchildren active and safe,
Oceanwood day camping might be a perfect choice for you.
Highlights of the day camp include:
• Well-supervised, age-appropriate offerings for children and youth ages 5-12
• Full-day and half-day programs
• Discounts for members of the Ocean Park Association and for those who
sign up for 5 or more weeks of day camp
• Sample activities include field games, arts & crafts, rock climbing wall,
archery, pool, horse rides, nature hikes, beach, and music. Activities are
designed to improve camper’s confidence and self-esteem.
• New faith-based themes and activities each week.
• Optional swimming lessons (all ages)
• Horseback riding lessons (age 7+) offered weeks of June 30-July 25 (additional cost)
Oceanwood makes it easy to sign up for day camp. Those with Internet access can register
directly online or print off forms from the Oceanwood web site (www.oceanwood.org).
Registration forms are also available at the OPA office in Jakeman Hall or can be
mailed directly to you: contact the Oceanwood office at (207) 934-9655 or
owoffice@maine.rr.com.
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