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7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM	Carousel Music Theater, Boothbay Harbor Overnight - Double room reservation (per person) Join us for a unique afternoon of entertainment with "Murder... It's No Day At The Beach" at the Carousel Music Theater in Boothbay Harbor, as well as an overnight stay at Flagship Inn next to the theater, on Wednesday 9/17/25. We will enjoy "Murder...It's No Day At The Beach" It's a 1960s beach bop on Frog Island; the friendships are strong, the volleyball is competitive, and the cheese whiz is plentiful. Everything is just perfect, until someone ends up missing...Or dead! So grab your bikini and join us for some interactive fun. Oh, one more thing, don't forget your beach blanket! The show includes a buffet style lunch that goes along with the show.  After the performance, we will check into our hotel for a one-night stay. We will head to the waterfront to look for dinner (cost of dinner on your own) and poke around the many galleries and shops, or just enjoy the breathtaking ocean scenery before heading back to the hotel. On Thursday morning 9/18/25, after breakfast at our hotel, we will explore a bit more in Boothbay Harbor and depart at noon to enjoy lunch at Taste of Maine before we head back home (cost of lunch on your own).Cost: $207.00 Double Room Reservation (per person)         $324.00 Single Room Reservation Trip fees include theater with lunch, hotel, and breakfast at the hotel. (Wednesday Dinner and Thursday Lunch on your own.)What is included:*Transportation to Boothbay Harbor*Theater Ticket and Buffet Lunch 9/17/25 at Carousel Theater in Boothbay Harbor*1 night lodging on 9/17/25 with continental Breakfast on 9/18/25 at Flagship Inn  Boothbay Harbor$75 deposit required at registration.Final Balance due August 1st.No refunds after August 1 unless a replacement can be found. We will meet at Standish Town Hall on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 and leave promptly at 9:30am and return on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at approximately 5:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM	Carousel Music Theater, Boothbay Harbor Overnight - Single room reservation Join us for a unique afternoon of entertainment with "Murder... It's No Day At The Beach" at the Carousel Music Theater in Boothbay Harbor, as well as an overnight stay at Flagship Inn next to the theater, on Wednesday 9/17/25. We will enjoy "Murder...It's No Day At The Beach" It's a 1960s beach bop on Frog Island; the friendships are strong, the volleyball is competitive, and the cheese whiz is plentiful. Everything is just perfect, until someone ends up missing...Or dead! So grab your bikini and join us for some interactive fun. Oh, one more thing, don't forget your beach blanket! The show includes a buffet style lunch that goes along with the show.  After the performance, we will check into our hotel for a one-night stay. We will head to the waterfront to look for dinner (cost of dinner on your own) and poke around the many galleries and shops, or just enjoy the breathtaking ocean scenery before heading back to the hotel. On Thursday morning 9/18/25, after breakfast at our hotel, we will explore a bit more in Boothbay Harbor and depart at noon to enjoy lunch at Taste of Maine before we head back home (cost of lunch on your own).Cost: $207.00 Double Room Reservation (per person)         $324.00 Single Room Reservation Trip fees include theater with lunch, hotel, and breakfast at the hotel. (Wednesday Dinner and Thursday Lunch on your own.)What is included:*Transportation to Boothbay Harbor*Theater Ticket and Buffet Lunch 9/17/25 at Carousel Theater in Boothbay Harbor*1 night lodging on 9/17/25 with continental Breakfast on 9/18/25 at Flagship Inn  Boothbay Harbor$75 deposit required at registration.Final Balance due August 1st.No refunds after August 1 unless a replacement can be found. We will meet at Standish Town Hall on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 and leave promptly at 9:30am and return on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at approximately 5:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Early Release Adventures - Apple Picking at Randall Orchards  Join us for these fun & exciting trips for the MSAD 6 early dismissal days from school! We will be venturing to all sorts of exciting destinations to explore and have fun!! Grades: K- 5 Time: 12:30 - 5:30 pmCost: $40.00/ParticipantParent Pick Up & Drop Off: George E Jack Locations: September 17th - Apple picking randall orchard October 1st - fall fair (bounce houses, archery, pop corn & field games) October 22nd - pumpkin valley November 5th - fun z (trampoline park) December 10th - smitty’s cinema (holiday movie) January 14th - ice skating january 28th - happy wheels February 11th - urban air March 4th - spare time (bowling, arcade & laser tag) March 25th - pineland farms (maine maple) April 8th - Southworth Planetarium May 6th - maine wildlife park May 20th - Mini golf & ice cream Program Details:  Refunds: If you cancel your child out of the program after 12:00 PM the day prior to the trip, no refunds will be given. If your child doesn't attend the day of the program, no refunds will be given. All other refunds will be given on a case by case basis. Students participating in the Early Release Adventures will be picked up and transported via Standish Parks & Recreation bus after school from Edna Libby, Steep Falls & GEJ by a Standish Parks & Recreation staff member. REGISTRATION FOR EACH TRIP CLOSES AT NOON THE DAY PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM TO GIVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO NOTIFY THE SCHOOLS/TEACHERS WHO IS ATTENDING A snack and drink will be provided to each student during early release adventures.  You may send money for your child for our adventures if you would like, but please be aware that Standish Parks & Recreation will not be responsible for lost money or extra items (toys, phones, etc.) brought on early release trips.  Parent Pick Up: All students will need to be picked up at GEJ school no later then 5:30 pm.  Late pick up fees will be one dollar a minute starting after 5:30 pm. *Please be aware that trips are subject to change based on weather or unforeseen circumstances.
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Thursday September 18, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Session                   Tai Chi is a relaxing and gentle exercise program. It uses slow, multi-directional movements to tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance, and to enhance the immune system. Tai Chi also reduces stress and helps to quiet and focus the mind. Studies have shown that it is effective in reducing blood pressure. There are many articles you can research online regarding it's benefits. Tai Chi practice is the recommended exercise for people with MS, Parkinson's Disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Daily practice gives an enhanced feeling of well-being.These classes are in the tradition of Chen Man Ching and Silk Reeling Chi Gong in the tradition of Grand Master Feng.Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted at Town Hall or on-line at www.standishrec.com until the Wednesday before the class is held.  Anyone wishing to register after the 8-week session begins will be charged for the entire class or a pro-rated fee of $8.00/class for the remainder of that session, whichever is lower.Please note:  As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is canceled for MSAD6 or if there was a 1-2 day delay, there will be no class. The session will be extended out another week.Date: Thursdays ~ 9:15am-10:30amCost: 8 week session $64 or drop in $9 per class Albert Delaney has studied Tai Chi with Grand Master William Chen, Chi Gong Master Kenneth Cohen, and Don Ethan Miller. He has been practicing Tai Chi for over twenty five years.
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM	Carousel Music Theater, Boothbay Harbor Overnight - Double room reservation (per person) Join us for a unique afternoon of entertainment with "Murder... It's No Day At The Beach" at the Carousel Music Theater in Boothbay Harbor, as well as an overnight stay at Flagship Inn next to the theater, on Wednesday 9/17/25. We will enjoy "Murder...It's No Day At The Beach" It's a 1960s beach bop on Frog Island; the friendships are strong, the volleyball is competitive, and the cheese whiz is plentiful. Everything is just perfect, until someone ends up missing...Or dead! So grab your bikini and join us for some interactive fun. Oh, one more thing, don't forget your beach blanket! The show includes a buffet style lunch that goes along with the show.  After the performance, we will check into our hotel for a one-night stay. We will head to the waterfront to look for dinner (cost of dinner on your own) and poke around the many galleries and shops, or just enjoy the breathtaking ocean scenery before heading back to the hotel. On Thursday morning 9/18/25, after breakfast at our hotel, we will explore a bit more in Boothbay Harbor and depart at noon to enjoy lunch at Taste of Maine before we head back home (cost of lunch on your own).Cost: $207.00 Double Room Reservation (per person)         $324.00 Single Room Reservation Trip fees include theater with lunch, hotel, and breakfast at the hotel. (Wednesday Dinner and Thursday Lunch on your own.)What is included:*Transportation to Boothbay Harbor*Theater Ticket and Buffet Lunch 9/17/25 at Carousel Theater in Boothbay Harbor*1 night lodging on 9/17/25 with continental Breakfast on 9/18/25 at Flagship Inn  Boothbay Harbor$75 deposit required at registration.Final Balance due August 1st.No refunds after August 1 unless a replacement can be found. We will meet at Standish Town Hall on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 and leave promptly at 9:30am and return on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at approximately 5:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM	Carousel Music Theater, Boothbay Harbor Overnight - Single room reservation Join us for a unique afternoon of entertainment with "Murder... It's No Day At The Beach" at the Carousel Music Theater in Boothbay Harbor, as well as an overnight stay at Flagship Inn next to the theater, on Wednesday 9/17/25. We will enjoy "Murder...It's No Day At The Beach" It's a 1960s beach bop on Frog Island; the friendships are strong, the volleyball is competitive, and the cheese whiz is plentiful. Everything is just perfect, until someone ends up missing...Or dead! So grab your bikini and join us for some interactive fun. Oh, one more thing, don't forget your beach blanket! The show includes a buffet style lunch that goes along with the show.  After the performance, we will check into our hotel for a one-night stay. We will head to the waterfront to look for dinner (cost of dinner on your own) and poke around the many galleries and shops, or just enjoy the breathtaking ocean scenery before heading back to the hotel. On Thursday morning 9/18/25, after breakfast at our hotel, we will explore a bit more in Boothbay Harbor and depart at noon to enjoy lunch at Taste of Maine before we head back home (cost of lunch on your own).Cost: $207.00 Double Room Reservation (per person)         $324.00 Single Room Reservation Trip fees include theater with lunch, hotel, and breakfast at the hotel. (Wednesday Dinner and Thursday Lunch on your own.)What is included:*Transportation to Boothbay Harbor*Theater Ticket and Buffet Lunch 9/17/25 at Carousel Theater in Boothbay Harbor*1 night lodging on 9/17/25 with continental Breakfast on 9/18/25 at Flagship Inn  Boothbay Harbor$75 deposit required at registration.Final Balance due August 1st.No refunds after August 1 unless a replacement can be found. We will meet at Standish Town Hall on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 and leave promptly at 9:30am and return on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at approximately 5:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Chair Yoga - Adult Chair Yoga Come experience the mind/body benefits of Yoga (with the support and safety of a chair) with certified yoga instructor Lisa King.Chair yoga includes gentle stretches and movements, which can enhance flexibility in joints, strengthen muscles and help with better balance and stability - without putting excessive strain on the body. Like traditional yoga, chair yoga emphasizes mindfulness and controlled breathing that can be adapted to suit various fitness levels and physical abilities. Join our non-judgemental inclusive environment where you can either sit in the chair or use it as a prop/support.Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm ~ 6-week session runs 9/4/25 to 10/9/25  Cost $60.00 for 6-week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lotMinimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Tiny Tots Session 1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Tiny Tots Session 2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Friday September 19, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Fitness & Funk - Beginner Fitness & Funk      Get ready to groove with Instructor Lisa King who has taught Hip Hop Dance for 20 years and will lead you through electrifying elements of Street Funk, Hip Hop, and Jazz. Celebrating FUN, movement, rhythm, and agility in this inclusive beginner's class encourages participants to enjoy the simplicity of repeating simple sequences in a supportive, non-judgemental environment. There is no dance experience necessary! All experience levels are welcome, however it will be a fundamentals level class focusing on exercise with dance elements. Come join the dance party and enjoy the music!Please bring: sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Fridays 11:00pm-12:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/5/25 to 10/10/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Saturday September 20, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Sunday September 21, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Monday September 22, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:15 AM - 5:00 PM	Lake Winnipesaukee Narrated Cruise - Lake Winnipesaukee Narrated Cruise Narrated Scenic Tour Lake Winnipesaukee   Join us on the first day of Autumn to experience the majesty of Lake Winnipesaukee during a narrated scenic tour aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington, a first-class 230 foot excursion ship, to enjoy views of the lake and distant mountains. Learn about the history of the region and local folklore, surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in New England. We will depart from Laconia to enjoy a cruise to Wolfeboro on "the Mount".During our 2½ hour round-trip cruise, we can enjoy lunch from their quick service restaurant, sample beer, wine and cocktails from their full bar, or browse a premium selection of Winnipesaukee gifts and Mount Washington souvenirs in their gift shop. There is a main deck that is handicap accessible has a climate controlled interior and there is access by stairs to the 2nd and 3rd deck. Let's make a day of it...we will board the ship at 10:00am and have the opportunity to "stay and play" in Wolfeboro, where we can eat lunch, shop, etc. for a couple of hours before boarding at approximately 1:30pm to cruise back to Laconia. The Town Docks area has been central to Wolfeboro's identity as "America's Oldest Summer Resort" since the 1800's!Cost: $68.00 includes transportation to NH and narrated cruise (cost of food & beverages on your own)We will meet at Standish Town Hall and leave promptly at 7:15am and return at approximately 5:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Pre-K Soccer Session #1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Pre-K Soccer Session #2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Start the Fall off right...We are excited that Maureen Green will be returning to offer a new 5-week session of Zumba Gold in the evening this Fall for Standish Parks and Recreation on Monday nights 5:30pm-6:30pm starting 9/8/25! Join us in the Sebago Lake Room at Standish Town Hall for this easy-to-follow Zumba class focused on balance, range of motion and coordination while dancing basic rhythms such as salsa, reggaeton, merengue and cumbia. Come join this modified dance fitness that releases endorphins and leaves you feeling empowered and strong! There is no dance background required.Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pmRegister for the 5-week session or drop in class***Minimum of 8 to run the classCost: $35.00 for 5-week session; $8.00 drop in classLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPlease park in the upper- level parking lotQuestions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875Please note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled due to weather, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.

Tuesday September 23, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Mystery Breakfast - Mystery Breakfast Are you ready for a little bit of a morning adventure? September is "Better Breakfast Month", and they say shared meals build bonds, so let's have breakfast together! We can not tell you where we are going, but we can tell you that we will enjoy good food with good people!Join us for a mystery ride to find breakfast at a restaurant that serves entrées mostly under $15.00. (Cost of breakfast is on your own.)Cost: $10.00 includes transportation to mystery breakfast (cost of breakfast on your own)We will meet at Standish Town Hall and leave promptly at 8:30am and returning at approximately 11:30am. Please park in the upper level parking lot at Standish Town Hall.Questions, please contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Strength & Balance - Strength & Balance        Please join us with Instructor Lisa King who will lead you in weekly Strength & Balance in a safe setting. "Strength and balance" refers to a combination of muscular power and the ability to maintain stability and control over your body position, essentially meaning having strong muscles that also allow you to stay balanced during movement.According to Lisa..."Movement is medicine! Join this fun, dynamic class. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your muscles, build bone, support your joints, or improve your balance...this class is for you. Movement sequences are thoughtfully designed to safely and gradually explore therapeutic movements that will improve your quality of life. Strength training can be done with or without small hand weights. Much of the class can be done from a chair or from standing, and all are welcome! Expect an eclectic mix of movements including therapeutic exercise, strength training, balance development, and gentle agility training."Please bring: small hand weights if you have them, a yoga mat, sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Tuesdays 1:00pm-2:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/2/25 to 10/7/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is cancelled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Lego League - Lego League Welcome to our Lego League! Each participant will receive a 3 in 1 Lego Set, so they will have the option to build a panda, whale, or penguin! This program will take place right at George E Jack, so who attend George E Jack will be dismissed directly to the program. This program is also open to all Steep Falls students who will be transported to the program by a Standish Parks & Recreation vehicle. This program is also available to home schooled students!**This program is not an after care club, any 4th & 5th grade students who are from George E Jack, Steep Falls, or Home schooled are welcome to register** Parent Pick Up - 5:00 PM George E Jack Before Care & After Care DoorRegistration closes Wednesday September 17th at 4:00 PM!
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Kindergarten Soccer Session #1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Kindergarten Soccer Session #2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Wednesday September 24, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Lego League - Lego League Welcome to our Lego League! Each participant will receive a 3 in 1 Lego Set, so they will have the option to build a panda, whale, or penguin! This program will take place right at George E Jack, so who attend George E Jack will be dismissed directly to the program. This program is also open to all Steep Falls students who will be transported to the program by a Standish Parks & Recreation vehicle. This program is also available to home schooled students!**This program is not an after care club, any 4th & 5th grade students who are from George E Jack, Steep Falls, or Home schooled are welcome to register** Parent Pick Up - 5:00 PM George E Jack Before Care & After Care DoorRegistration closes Wednesday September 17th at 4:00 PM!
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Thursday September 25, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Session                   Tai Chi is a relaxing and gentle exercise program. It uses slow, multi-directional movements to tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance, and to enhance the immune system. Tai Chi also reduces stress and helps to quiet and focus the mind. Studies have shown that it is effective in reducing blood pressure. There are many articles you can research online regarding it's benefits. Tai Chi practice is the recommended exercise for people with MS, Parkinson's Disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Daily practice gives an enhanced feeling of well-being.These classes are in the tradition of Chen Man Ching and Silk Reeling Chi Gong in the tradition of Grand Master Feng.Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted at Town Hall or on-line at www.standishrec.com until the Wednesday before the class is held.  Anyone wishing to register after the 8-week session begins will be charged for the entire class or a pro-rated fee of $8.00/class for the remainder of that session, whichever is lower.Please note:  As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is canceled for MSAD6 or if there was a 1-2 day delay, there will be no class. The session will be extended out another week.Date: Thursdays ~ 9:15am-10:30amCost: 8 week session $64 or drop in $9 per class Albert Delaney has studied Tai Chi with Grand Master William Chen, Chi Gong Master Kenneth Cohen, and Don Ethan Miller. He has been practicing Tai Chi for over twenty five years.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Chair Yoga - Adult Chair Yoga Come experience the mind/body benefits of Yoga (with the support and safety of a chair) with certified yoga instructor Lisa King.Chair yoga includes gentle stretches and movements, which can enhance flexibility in joints, strengthen muscles and help with better balance and stability - without putting excessive strain on the body. Like traditional yoga, chair yoga emphasizes mindfulness and controlled breathing that can be adapted to suit various fitness levels and physical abilities. Join our non-judgemental inclusive environment where you can either sit in the chair or use it as a prop/support.Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm ~ 6-week session runs 9/4/25 to 10/9/25  Cost $60.00 for 6-week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lotMinimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Tiny Tots Session 1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Tiny Tots Session 2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Friday September 26, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Fitness & Funk - Beginner Fitness & Funk      Get ready to groove with Instructor Lisa King who has taught Hip Hop Dance for 20 years and will lead you through electrifying elements of Street Funk, Hip Hop, and Jazz. Celebrating FUN, movement, rhythm, and agility in this inclusive beginner's class encourages participants to enjoy the simplicity of repeating simple sequences in a supportive, non-judgemental environment. There is no dance experience necessary! All experience levels are welcome, however it will be a fundamentals level class focusing on exercise with dance elements. Come join the dance party and enjoy the music!Please bring: sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Fridays 11:00pm-12:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/5/25 to 10/10/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Saturday September 27, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Community Yard Sale - Table Rental Join us for a community wide yard sale!Saturday September 27th9:00 AM - 1:00 PMStandish Memorial Park Vendor Registration: $10Table rentals available - $5 per table, registration required, limited quantities availableClean out your garage, declutter your house, and turn your old treasures into cash - all while connecting with your neighbors! Each vendor space will be 10x10 feet. Tables are not automatically provided in your registration. If you would like to use one provided by the department, please register for either one in addition to your vendor registration. Kids CornerBring your little ones along! Our Kids' Corner will be open during the yard sale with free activities to keep them smiling - including a bubble station, giant connect 4, temporary tattoos & more.Snack Shack - Light Bites & RefreshmentsNeed a little fuel while you browse? Stop by the Snack Shack for light refreshments including snacks, drinks, and sweet treats. Perfect for a mid-morning pick-me-up!For all additional questions, please email nbillingslea@standish.org or nmarchant@standish.org
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Community Yard Sale - Vendor Registration! Join us for a community wide yard sale!Saturday September 27th9:00 AM - 1:00 PMStandish Memorial Park Vendor Registration: $10Table rentals available - $5 per table, registration required, limited quantities availableClean out your garage, declutter your house, and turn your old treasures into cash - all while connecting with your neighbors! Each vendor space will be 10x10 feet. Tables are not automatically provided in your registration. If you would like to use one provided by the department, please register for either one in addition to your vendor registration. Kids CornerBring your little ones along! Our Kids' Corner will be open during the yard sale with free activities to keep them smiling - including a bubble station, giant connect 4, temporary tattoos & more.Snack Shack - Light Bites & RefreshmentsNeed a little fuel while you browse? Stop by the Snack Shack for light refreshments including snacks, drinks, and sweet treats. Perfect for a mid-morning pick-me-up!For all additional questions, please email nbillingslea@standish.org or nmarchant@standish.org

Sunday September 28, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Monday September 29, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Castle in the Clouds - Castle in the Clouds Enjoy a self-guided tour of the Castle in the Clouds and grounds, also known as Lucknow Mansion, a magnificent mansion dating back to the earliest 20th century. The castle was built by Thomas Gustave Plant a shoe manufacturer and designed by architect J. Williams Beal of Boston. The mansion was an architectural novelty at the time of it's construction, as it was built with many technologically advanced features and ultra-modern appliances for it's time, like interlocking tiles, circular showers and centralized vacuum system. The 135-acre estate, currently under the administration of Castle Preservation Society and ownership of Lakes Region Conservation Trust, provides one of the most stunning views of New Hampshire’s largest lake, surrounding mountains, over 5,500 acres of conserved land, and historic and modern garden landscapes. The castle also houses an art gallery and gift shop.Please note: Although they are working on an accessibility plan to help improve the Castle experience for all visitors,  currently access to the second floor requires navigating a set of stairs. There is a video presentation for those who can not navigate the stairs.  **We will enjoy lunch on our way back to Standish (cost of lunch is on your own)Cost: $35.00 includes Castle in the Clouds self-guided tour and transportation (cost of lunch on your own)We will meet at Standish Town Hall at 8:00am and return at approximately 4:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot. Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Pre-K Soccer Session #1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Pre-K Soccer Session #2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Start the Fall off right...We are excited that Maureen Green will be returning to offer a new 5-week session of Zumba Gold in the evening this Fall for Standish Parks and Recreation on Monday nights 5:30pm-6:30pm starting 9/8/25! Join us in the Sebago Lake Room at Standish Town Hall for this easy-to-follow Zumba class focused on balance, range of motion and coordination while dancing basic rhythms such as salsa, reggaeton, merengue and cumbia. Come join this modified dance fitness that releases endorphins and leaves you feeling empowered and strong! There is no dance background required.Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pmRegister for the 5-week session or drop in class***Minimum of 8 to run the classCost: $35.00 for 5-week session; $8.00 drop in classLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPlease park in the upper- level parking lotQuestions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875Please note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled due to weather, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.

Tuesday September 30, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM	Fryeburg Fair - Fryeburg Fair Leave the driving and parking to us, and we'll drop you off right at the gate for "Senior Day" at the Fryeburg Fair. Maine's largest agricultural fair - the "Blue Ribbon Classic"-  features crafts, food, games, and over 3,000 animals including draft horses, ponies, racing horses, oxen, dairy & beef cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, rabbits - and much more!Cost: $10.00 for transportation to the fair (cost of food on your own)We will meet at Standish Town Hall and leave at 8:30am. We will return at approximately 4:00pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org  or (207) 642-2875
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Strength & Balance - Strength & Balance        Please join us with Instructor Lisa King who will lead you in weekly Strength & Balance in a safe setting. "Strength and balance" refers to a combination of muscular power and the ability to maintain stability and control over your body position, essentially meaning having strong muscles that also allow you to stay balanced during movement.According to Lisa..."Movement is medicine! Join this fun, dynamic class. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your muscles, build bone, support your joints, or improve your balance...this class is for you. Movement sequences are thoughtfully designed to safely and gradually explore therapeutic movements that will improve your quality of life. Strength training can be done with or without small hand weights. Much of the class can be done from a chair or from standing, and all are welcome! Expect an eclectic mix of movements including therapeutic exercise, strength training, balance development, and gentle agility training."Please bring: small hand weights if you have them, a yoga mat, sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Tuesdays 1:00pm-2:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/2/25 to 10/7/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is cancelled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Kindergarten Soccer Session #1 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Kindergarten Soccer Session #2 If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Wednesday October 1, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Medicare 101 Part 2 Presentation - Medicare 101 Part 2 Presentation BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND...If you didn't get the chance to join us on 3/19/25 or if you did and need more information, please join us in the Sebago Lake Room at Standish Town Hall for a morning of learning all there is to know about Medicare and/or Medicare Advantage Plans. Are you thinking about retiring and not sure what that looks like for you in terms of health insurance OR are you already retired and not completely happy with the insurance you do have OR do you have questions about your benefits and not able to get assistance over the phone.  Cindy Cogswell, a benefits consultant, has agreed to come back to conduct a Medicare 101 Part 2 presentation. Join Matt Orlando and Cindy Cogswell, licensed Medicare Agents with over 40 years of combined experience in Medicare related insurance options, to discuss Medicare Basics and important 2026 updates and changes.  It's an interactive meeting, with the opportunity to breakout for personalized questions at the end.  Whether you're brand new to Medicare, or sifting through 2026 changes, Matt and Cindy will cover all the pertinent information and answer questions.  After the meeting you should have the clarity you need to feel comfortable about your health care going into 2026. Medicare open enrollment for 2025 runs from October 15 to December 7. During this period, you can switch from original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage plan, or vice versa. You can also choose a new Advantage plan or new Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage.Please bring your specific questions and/or concerns and get some free guidance. She can answer questions about Medicare enrollment, Medicare supplements, Medicare Part C (Advantage Plans), Medicare Part D (Drug Plans), Small Group Health, Social Security Assistance and Individual Health Insurance (ACA). This presentation will represent most Medicare Advantage plans and she welcomes questions and open discussion.  Bring a friend, family member or neighbor with you and spread the word as this is a FREE event. If you have questions, it is likely they do too! Cost: FREE to include light refreshmentsWe will meet at Standish Town Hall in the Sebago Lake Room at 10:00am. Please park in the upper-level parking lot.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Early Release Adventures - Fall Fair (bounce houses, archery, pop corn & field games)  Join us for these fun & exciting trips for the MSAD 6 early dismissal days from school! We will be venturing to all sorts of exciting destinations to explore and have fun!! Grades: K- 5 Time: 12:30 - 5:30 pmCost: $40.00/ParticipantParent Pick Up & Drop Off: George E Jack Locations: September 17th - Apple picking randall orchard October 1st - fall fair (bounce houses, archery, pop corn & field games) October 22nd - pumpkin valley November 5th - fun z (trampoline park) December 10th - smitty’s cinema (holiday movie) January 14th - ice skating january 28th - happy wheels February 11th - urban air March 4th - spare time (bowling, arcade & laser tag) March 25th - pineland farms (maine maple) April 8th - Southworth Planetarium May 6th - maine wildlife park May 20th - Mini golf & ice cream Program Details:  Refunds: If you cancel your child out of the program after 12:00 PM the day prior to the trip, no refunds will be given. If your child doesn't attend the day of the program, no refunds will be given. All other refunds will be given on a case by case basis. Students participating in the Early Release Adventures will be picked up and transported via Standish Parks & Recreation bus after school from Edna Libby, Steep Falls & GEJ by a Standish Parks & Recreation staff member. REGISTRATION FOR EACH TRIP CLOSES AT NOON THE DAY PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM TO GIVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO NOTIFY THE SCHOOLS/TEACHERS WHO IS ATTENDING A snack and drink will be provided to each student during early release adventures.  You may send money for your child for our adventures if you would like, but please be aware that Standish Parks & Recreation will not be responsible for lost money or extra items (toys, phones, etc.) brought on early release trips.  Parent Pick Up: All students will need to be picked up at GEJ school no later then 5:30 pm.  Late pick up fees will be one dollar a minute starting after 5:30 pm. *Please be aware that trips are subject to change based on weather or unforeseen circumstances.
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Thursday October 2, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Cog Railroad Fall Foliage Scenic Trip - Cog Railroad Fall Scenic Trip After September 18th there will not be a refund issued unless a replacement can be found.- If you love trains and the Fall come join us for a fun filled, beautiful trip up Mount Washington on the Cog Railroad. We will be taking the day to go up to New Hampshire to see the Fall Foliage and take in the amazing views. It's about a 3 hour round trip with an hour to walk around on the summit and to explore. -This is an adult program.Meet at Standish Town Hall For Departure Promptly at 7:00am(Try to be at town hall by 6:45am please)When: Thursday, October 2nd 2025.Cost: $115 Per personTime: 7:00am - Approx. 4:00pm Location: Cog Railway Station, Mount Washington NH 3168 Base Station Rd, Mount Washington, NH 03589  -We will be catching the 10:00am Train. So we will be getting to the Station at 9am for a 9:15-9:30 check in. Lunch will be on your own! What to bring: - Cold weather clothes- Sneakers- Lunch/Snacks - Water Bottle- For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Session                   Tai Chi is a relaxing and gentle exercise program. It uses slow, multi-directional movements to tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance, and to enhance the immune system. Tai Chi also reduces stress and helps to quiet and focus the mind. Studies have shown that it is effective in reducing blood pressure. There are many articles you can research online regarding it's benefits. Tai Chi practice is the recommended exercise for people with MS, Parkinson's Disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Daily practice gives an enhanced feeling of well-being.These classes are in the tradition of Chen Man Ching and Silk Reeling Chi Gong in the tradition of Grand Master Feng.Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted at Town Hall or on-line at www.standishrec.com until the Wednesday before the class is held.  Anyone wishing to register after the 8-week session begins will be charged for the entire class or a pro-rated fee of $8.00/class for the remainder of that session, whichever is lower.Please note:  As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is canceled for MSAD6 or if there was a 1-2 day delay, there will be no class. The session will be extended out another week.Date: Thursdays ~ 9:15am-10:30amCost: 8 week session $64 or drop in $9 per class Albert Delaney has studied Tai Chi with Grand Master William Chen, Chi Gong Master Kenneth Cohen, and Don Ethan Miller. He has been practicing Tai Chi for over twenty five years.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Chair Yoga - Adult Chair Yoga Come experience the mind/body benefits of Yoga (with the support and safety of a chair) with certified yoga instructor Lisa King.Chair yoga includes gentle stretches and movements, which can enhance flexibility in joints, strengthen muscles and help with better balance and stability - without putting excessive strain on the body. Like traditional yoga, chair yoga emphasizes mindfulness and controlled breathing that can be adapted to suit various fitness levels and physical abilities. Join our non-judgemental inclusive environment where you can either sit in the chair or use it as a prop/support.Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm ~ 6-week session runs 9/4/25 to 10/9/25  Cost $60.00 for 6-week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lotMinimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Friday October 3, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Fitness & Funk - Beginner Fitness & Funk      Get ready to groove with Instructor Lisa King who has taught Hip Hop Dance for 20 years and will lead you through electrifying elements of Street Funk, Hip Hop, and Jazz. Celebrating FUN, movement, rhythm, and agility in this inclusive beginner's class encourages participants to enjoy the simplicity of repeating simple sequences in a supportive, non-judgemental environment. There is no dance experience necessary! All experience levels are welcome, however it will be a fundamentals level class focusing on exercise with dance elements. Come join the dance party and enjoy the music!Please bring: sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Fridays 11:00pm-12:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/5/25 to 10/10/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Saturday October 4, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Sunday October 5, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Monday October 6, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Little Hands, Big Art - Fall Edition - Pumpkin Play Dough! Have your little one join us for this Fall themed Sensory Craft! Each child will make their own Pumpkin Playdough. Once it is made, they will be able to roll it, stamp it, mold it, and play with it, then take it home!You have the fun, we clean up the mess!Monday October 6th9:30 - 10:30 AMStandish Municipal Center - Sebago Lake RoomAges: 2 - 5 years oldThis activity requires parent/guardian participation! For all questions, please email nbillingslea@standish.org or call the Parks & Recreation office: (207)642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold Start the Fall off right...We are excited that Maureen Green will be returning to offer a new 5-week session of Zumba Gold in the evening this Fall for Standish Parks and Recreation on Monday nights 5:30pm-6:30pm starting 9/8/25! Join us in the Sebago Lake Room at Standish Town Hall for this easy-to-follow Zumba class focused on balance, range of motion and coordination while dancing basic rhythms such as salsa, reggaeton, merengue and cumbia. Come join this modified dance fitness that releases endorphins and leaves you feeling empowered and strong! There is no dance background required.Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pmRegister for the 5-week session or drop in class***Minimum of 8 to run the classCost: $35.00 for 5-week session; $8.00 drop in classLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPlease park in the upper- level parking lotQuestions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875Please note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled due to weather, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.

Tuesday October 7, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing Dancers of all levels are encouraged to participate-it is a great form of exercise, not to mention a lot of fun! Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted on-line or over the phone at 642-2875. $30 for 6 -week session.****There will be a 2-week session 10/7/25 and 10/14/25 for $10.00 or drop-in for $6.00.The next 6-week session after that will be 11/18/25-12/23/25Anyone wishing to register after the session begins will be charged a pro-rated fee of $8/class for the remainder of the session. Single class rate: $8 per class - PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST register prior to the class. NO payments will be taken by the instructor.                    Deb's School Year Cancellation/Weather Cancellation Policy: As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is cancelled for MSAD6 we will NOT have class. Also, if there is a 1 or 2 hour delay, there will not be class and the session will be extended out another week.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Strength & Balance - Strength & Balance        Please join us with Instructor Lisa King who will lead you in weekly Strength & Balance in a safe setting. "Strength and balance" refers to a combination of muscular power and the ability to maintain stability and control over your body position, essentially meaning having strong muscles that also allow you to stay balanced during movement.According to Lisa..."Movement is medicine! Join this fun, dynamic class. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your muscles, build bone, support your joints, or improve your balance...this class is for you. Movement sequences are thoughtfully designed to safely and gradually explore therapeutic movements that will improve your quality of life. Strength training can be done with or without small hand weights. Much of the class can be done from a chair or from standing, and all are welcome! Expect an eclectic mix of movements including therapeutic exercise, strength training, balance development, and gentle agility training."Please bring: small hand weights if you have them, a yoga mat, sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Tuesdays 1:00pm-2:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/2/25 to 10/7/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is cancelled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Arts and Crafts Club - Creative Minds LETS GET CRAFTY!! Welcome to the Arts and Craft Club, where creativity knows no bounds! Our club is the perfect place for young artists to unleash their imagination and explore the wonderful world of arts and crafts. Designed for grades k-5 offers a fun, friendly, and inclusive environment where kids can learn, create, and make new friends. Benefits of Joining Boost Creativity and Imagination: Our club encourages kids to think outside the box and express themselves through art, nurturing their creative potential. Enhance Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in arts and crafts activities helps children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Build Confidence: Completing art projects and receiving positive feedback boosts children’s confidence and self-esteem. Social Interaction: Kids have the opportunity to collaborate and share ideas with peers, fostering friendships and teamwork. Join us at the Arts and Craft Club for an adventure in creativity and fun! Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to create, they're sure to have a fantastic time with us.  Creative Minds Class:  Our classic arts and crafts club. In this option we will be creating a new craft each week with instructions and will take it home after each class.Where: Steep Falls School When: 4 weeks- Tuesdays October 7th-28th.Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm Who: K-5thArtists Hearts Class: In this option it will be a three week class and each week we will be building on our project that we will leave with the instructor, we will have the supplies and freedom to create whatever our heart tell us. This is more a free expression class using art. It may be drawing, painting and sculpting. On week four there will be a art show at the town hall from 5:00pm-6:00pm parents are required to transport their kids to the art show. The kids will show off their art to all parents and friends who are welcome to come.Where: Steep Falls Elementary When: Three weeks- Tuesdays November 4th-18th with the art show on 25th at the Standish Town Hall.  Time: 3:00pm-4:00pmWho: K-5th   For any additional questions, please call (207)642-2875 or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Arts and Crafts Club - Creative Minds & Artist Hearts LETS GET CRAFTY!! Welcome to the Arts and Craft Club, where creativity knows no bounds! Our club is the perfect place for young artists to unleash their imagination and explore the wonderful world of arts and crafts. Designed for grades k-5 offers a fun, friendly, and inclusive environment where kids can learn, create, and make new friends. Benefits of Joining Boost Creativity and Imagination: Our club encourages kids to think outside the box and express themselves through art, nurturing their creative potential. Enhance Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in arts and crafts activities helps children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Build Confidence: Completing art projects and receiving positive feedback boosts children’s confidence and self-esteem. Social Interaction: Kids have the opportunity to collaborate and share ideas with peers, fostering friendships and teamwork. Join us at the Arts and Craft Club for an adventure in creativity and fun! Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to create, they're sure to have a fantastic time with us.  Creative Minds Class:  Our classic arts and crafts club. In this option we will be creating a new craft each week with instructions and will take it home after each class.Where: Steep Falls School When: 4 weeks- Tuesdays October 7th-28th.Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm Who: K-5thArtists Hearts Class: In this option it will be a three week class and each week we will be building on our project that we will leave with the instructor, we will have the supplies and freedom to create whatever our heart tell us. This is more a free expression class using art. It may be drawing, painting and sculpting. On week four there will be a art show at the town hall from 5:00pm-6:00pm parents are required to transport their kids to the art show. The kids will show off their art to all parents and friends who are welcome to come.Where: Steep Falls Elementary When: Three weeks- Tuesdays November 4th-18th with the art show on 25th at the Standish Town Hall.  Time: 3:00pm-4:00pmWho: K-5th   For any additional questions, please call (207)642-2875 or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM	After Care Clubs - Standish Jr. Chef Standish Jr. Chefs - Edna Libby After Care Does your child have an interest in cooking? Not only will they learn how to make apple crisp, they will get to hand pick the apples they use! Week 1: Apple Picking at a nearby Orchard! Week 2: Making Apple Crisp at              Standish Municipal Center! In order to participate, your child must be enrolled in Edna Libby After Care! All participants will be brought back to Edna Libby at the end of the program for regular pick up until 5:30PM This program does require transportation, provided in one of our Standish Parks & Recreation vehicles.Melody Makers with Miss Olive!Did you know our very own Miss Olive has a background in music?! She will be sharing her talents in this Edna Libby After Care Club, teaching participants the basics on how to play ukelele!Participant with have a quick snack at After Care, then jump into practice from 3:45 - 4:30 PM, then join up with After Care again!Registration closes - Wednesday October 29th In order to participate, your child must be enrolled in Edna Libby After Care! All participants will be brought back to Edna Libby at the end of the program for regular pick up until 5:30PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM	Flag Football (Fall Session) - Flag Football
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Wednesday October 8, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Flag Football (Fall Session) - Flag Football
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Thursday October 9, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Session                   Tai Chi is a relaxing and gentle exercise program. It uses slow, multi-directional movements to tone muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance, and to enhance the immune system. Tai Chi also reduces stress and helps to quiet and focus the mind. Studies have shown that it is effective in reducing blood pressure. There are many articles you can research online regarding it's benefits. Tai Chi practice is the recommended exercise for people with MS, Parkinson's Disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Daily practice gives an enhanced feeling of well-being.These classes are in the tradition of Chen Man Ching and Silk Reeling Chi Gong in the tradition of Grand Master Feng.Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted at Town Hall or on-line at www.standishrec.com until the Wednesday before the class is held.  Anyone wishing to register after the 8-week session begins will be charged for the entire class or a pro-rated fee of $8.00/class for the remainder of that session, whichever is lower.Please note:  As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is canceled for MSAD6 or if there was a 1-2 day delay, there will be no class. The session will be extended out another week.Date: Thursdays ~ 9:15am-10:30amCost: 8 week session $64 or drop in $9 per class Albert Delaney has studied Tai Chi with Grand Master William Chen, Chi Gong Master Kenneth Cohen, and Don Ethan Miller. He has been practicing Tai Chi for over twenty five years.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Chair Yoga - Adult Chair Yoga Come experience the mind/body benefits of Yoga (with the support and safety of a chair) with certified yoga instructor Lisa King.Chair yoga includes gentle stretches and movements, which can enhance flexibility in joints, strengthen muscles and help with better balance and stability - without putting excessive strain on the body. Like traditional yoga, chair yoga emphasizes mindfulness and controlled breathing that can be adapted to suit various fitness levels and physical abilities. Join our non-judgemental inclusive environment where you can either sit in the chair or use it as a prop/support.Thursdays 11:00am-12:00pm ~ 6-week session runs 9/4/25 to 10/9/25  Cost $60.00 for 6-week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lotMinimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be cancelled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Friday October 10, 2025
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM	Full Day Trips & Activities - Full Day Trip - Hilltop Fun Center Full Day Trip - Hill Top Fun CenterHave your child join us for a day of fun with Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Batting Cages, Laser Tag, Arcade & more for the first MSAD 6 professional development day of the year!Grades K - 5Friday October 10th7:30 AM - 5:30 PMPick Up/Drop Off: George E Jack SchoolDrop Off Times: 7:30 - 9:00 AMPick Up Times: 4:00 - 5:30 PMWhat to pack: Lunch Snacks Water Sneakers
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Fitness & Funk - Beginner Fitness & Funk      Get ready to groove with Instructor Lisa King who has taught Hip Hop Dance for 20 years and will lead you through electrifying elements of Street Funk, Hip Hop, and Jazz. Celebrating FUN, movement, rhythm, and agility in this inclusive beginner's class encourages participants to enjoy the simplicity of repeating simple sequences in a supportive, non-judgemental environment. There is no dance experience necessary! All experience levels are welcome, however it will be a fundamentals level class focusing on exercise with dance elements. Come join the dance party and enjoy the music!Please bring: sneakers and/or non-skid socks and a water bottle.Fridays 11:00pm-12:00pm ~ 6-week session 9/5/25 to 10/10/25  Cost: $60.00 for 6 week session; $12.00 drop in feeLocation: Sebago Lake Room ~ Standish Town HallPark in the upper-level parking lot***Minimum of 8 to run this programPlease note: If school for MSAD 6 is canceled, class will be canceled and the session will be extended out another week.Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Saturday October 11, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Sunday October 12, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00

Monday October 13, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 1-2 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Tuesday October 14, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing Dancers of all levels are encouraged to participate-it is a great form of exercise, not to mention a lot of fun! Registration prior to class is mandatory and will be accepted on-line or over the phone at 642-2875. $30 for 6 -week session.****There will be a 2-week session 10/7/25 and 10/14/25 for $10.00 or drop-in for $6.00.The next 6-week session after that will be 11/18/25-12/23/25Anyone wishing to register after the session begins will be charged a pro-rated fee of $8/class for the remainder of the session. Single class rate: $8 per class - PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST register prior to the class. NO payments will be taken by the instructor.                    Deb's School Year Cancellation/Weather Cancellation Policy: As a general rule, if the weather is bad and school is cancelled for MSAD6 we will NOT have class. Also, if there is a 1 or 2 hour delay, there will not be class and the session will be extended out another week.
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Arts and Crafts Club - Creative Minds LETS GET CRAFTY!! Welcome to the Arts and Craft Club, where creativity knows no bounds! Our club is the perfect place for young artists to unleash their imagination and explore the wonderful world of arts and crafts. Designed for grades k-5 offers a fun, friendly, and inclusive environment where kids can learn, create, and make new friends. Benefits of Joining Boost Creativity and Imagination: Our club encourages kids to think outside the box and express themselves through art, nurturing their creative potential. Enhance Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in arts and crafts activities helps children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Build Confidence: Completing art projects and receiving positive feedback boosts children’s confidence and self-esteem. Social Interaction: Kids have the opportunity to collaborate and share ideas with peers, fostering friendships and teamwork. Join us at the Arts and Craft Club for an adventure in creativity and fun! Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to create, they're sure to have a fantastic time with us.  Creative Minds Class:  Our classic arts and crafts club. In this option we will be creating a new craft each week with instructions and will take it home after each class.Where: Steep Falls School When: 4 weeks- Tuesdays October 7th-28th.Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm Who: K-5thArtists Hearts Class: In this option it will be a three week class and each week we will be building on our project that we will leave with the instructor, we will have the supplies and freedom to create whatever our heart tell us. This is more a free expression class using art. It may be drawing, painting and sculpting. On week four there will be a art show at the town hall from 5:00pm-6:00pm parents are required to transport their kids to the art show. The kids will show off their art to all parents and friends who are welcome to come.Where: Steep Falls Elementary When: Three weeks- Tuesdays November 4th-18th with the art show on 25th at the Standish Town Hall.  Time: 3:00pm-4:00pmWho: K-5th   For any additional questions, please call (207)642-2875 or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Arts and Crafts Club - Creative Minds & Artist Hearts LETS GET CRAFTY!! Welcome to the Arts and Craft Club, where creativity knows no bounds! Our club is the perfect place for young artists to unleash their imagination and explore the wonderful world of arts and crafts. Designed for grades k-5 offers a fun, friendly, and inclusive environment where kids can learn, create, and make new friends. Benefits of Joining Boost Creativity and Imagination: Our club encourages kids to think outside the box and express themselves through art, nurturing their creative potential. Enhance Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in arts and crafts activities helps children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail. Build Confidence: Completing art projects and receiving positive feedback boosts children’s confidence and self-esteem. Social Interaction: Kids have the opportunity to collaborate and share ideas with peers, fostering friendships and teamwork. Join us at the Arts and Craft Club for an adventure in creativity and fun! Whether your child is a budding artist or simply loves to create, they're sure to have a fantastic time with us.  Creative Minds Class:  Our classic arts and crafts club. In this option we will be creating a new craft each week with instructions and will take it home after each class.Where: Steep Falls School When: 4 weeks- Tuesdays October 7th-28th.Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm Who: K-5thArtists Hearts Class: In this option it will be a three week class and each week we will be building on our project that we will leave with the instructor, we will have the supplies and freedom to create whatever our heart tell us. This is more a free expression class using art. It may be drawing, painting and sculpting. On week four there will be a art show at the town hall from 5:00pm-6:00pm parents are required to transport their kids to the art show. The kids will show off their art to all parents and friends who are welcome to come.Where: Steep Falls Elementary When: Three weeks- Tuesdays November 4th-18th with the art show on 25th at the Standish Town Hall.  Time: 3:00pm-4:00pmWho: K-5th   For any additional questions, please call (207)642-2875 or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM	After Care Clubs - Standish Jr. Chef Standish Jr. Chefs - Edna Libby After Care Does your child have an interest in cooking? Not only will they learn how to make apple crisp, they will get to hand pick the apples they use! Week 1: Apple Picking at a nearby Orchard! Week 2: Making Apple Crisp at              Standish Municipal Center! In order to participate, your child must be enrolled in Edna Libby After Care! All participants will be brought back to Edna Libby at the end of the program for regular pick up until 5:30PM This program does require transportation, provided in one of our Standish Parks & Recreation vehicles.Melody Makers with Miss Olive!Did you know our very own Miss Olive has a background in music?! She will be sharing her talents in this Edna Libby After Care Club, teaching participants the basics on how to play ukelele!Participant with have a quick snack at After Care, then jump into practice from 3:45 - 4:30 PM, then join up with After Care again!Registration closes - Wednesday October 29th In order to participate, your child must be enrolled in Edna Libby After Care! All participants will be brought back to Edna Libby at the end of the program for regular pick up until 5:30PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM	Flag Football (Fall Session) - Flag Football
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 3-4 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Wednesday October 15, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
11:00 AM - 4:30 PM	"It Shoulda Been You" Good Theater - "It Shoulda Been You" Good Theater   Please join us as we head to the Good Theater at their new location in Portland for what promises to be a wonderfully funny presentation of It Shoulda Been You that they describe as “Broadways wild musical farce with blushing brides, nervous grooms, overbearing moms, unexpected guests and plenty of crazy twists and turns. The charming, funny and original new musical invites you to a wedding day that you’ll never forget, where anything that can go wrong does, and hope pops up in mysterious places."We will enjoy an early lunch at Bruno's Restaurant & Tavern before going to the show (cost of lunch on your own)Cost: $40.00 includes theater ticket and transportation (cost of lunch on your own)We will meet at Standish Town Hall at 11:00am and return at approximately 4:30pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot. Questions, contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Flag Football (Fall Session) - Flag Football
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Boys If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Youth Fall Soccer 2025 - Grades 5-6 Girls If you are signing up after the deadline please add your child to the wait list and we will see if we have room on teams.  Final Registrations will be Wednesday, August 20th.- If you sign up past the deadline you will get a T-Shirt but you won't get it for about 2 weeks after sign up.- Games start September 6th the game schedule will be posted a week before.Times: TBD Where: Standish Memorial ParkCost: Tiny Tots Soccer (2 & 3 Year Old): $45/participant Grades/Cost: - Pre-K/Kindergarten   $45.00/participant- 1st-2nd    $60.00/participant- 3rd-4th    $65.00/participant- 5th-6th    $70.00/participantTiny Tots Soccer with Annelise (2 & 3 Year Old) : September 4,11,18 & 25 - Session 1: 4:30-5:15pm Session 2: 5:15-6:00pmWelcome to Tiny Tots Soccer — the perfect introduction to the world of sports for your little one! This fun, non-competitive program is designed especially for toddlers to learn the basics of soccer in a playful, supportive environment.Through age-appropriate games and activities, children will develop motor skills, coordination, and social interaction — all while having a blast kicking the ball and running with new friends! Parents are encouraged to participate to help keep the little ones engaged and confident.No experience or special equipment needed — just bring a smile, comfy clothes, and lots of energyCoordinator: Annelise Tom, please email nbillingslea@standish.org with any questions.Pre-K Co-Ed Soccer: Mondays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm- 6:00pm September 8,15,22,29 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Kindergarten Co-Ed Soccer:Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 5:15pm Session #1, Session #2 5:15pm-6:00pm September 9,16,23,30 (4 Week Program)This is a clinic based program designed for younger players that will be a fun and engaging introduction to soccer in a supportive environment. The focus is on basic skills, coordination, and having fun.Grades 1 & 2 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Monday August 11th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Monday during the week and a game played against other Standish teams on Saturday mornings. An emphasis will be placed on skill development, fun, and field positioning. Grades 3 & 4 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Tuesday August 12th. Games start September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches needed). There will be one practice on Tuesday's and a game played against surrounding communities on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.Grades 5 & 6 Soccer: Games held on Saturdays, Practices start Wednesday August 13th. Games start  September 6th - October 18th (7 weeks of Games)  Players will be placed on teams, and depending on the registrations, it may be co-ed, with a volunteer coach (volunteer coaches need). There will be one practice on Wednesday's and games played against surround communities on Saturdays. This is a recreation travel team which will have 1-2 practices per week, and then a game on Saturdays. Parents should expect to travel to games outside of Standish.*We are unable to accommodate special requests for team placement. If you are a coach of a team, your child will be placed on the team you coach. Volunteer Coaches:  The success of this program relies heavily on parent volunteers. No experience is necessary! We can help you. If you enjoy working with kids and can follow a weekly curriculum provided by the recreation department, then you are well on your way to making a positive impact on a child in your community! We need you! You will always be teamed up with a co-coach, so you won't have to handle it alone. Please be sure to fill out the volunteer paperwork before the start of soccer season! Cancellations:   In the event of game cancellations due to poor weather conditions, there will be a message on the Recreation Department's website and Facebook page. This message will not be posted until 4:00pm during the week or 8:00am for Saturday games. The message will only be posted if the game has been cancelled - if there is no message you should assume all games will be played. Games might not be made up due to weather.For more information and to register visit: www.standishrec.com Additional questions? Email: robrienhalla@standish.org

Thursday October 16, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM	Turkey Train - Turkey Train BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!We had such a great time last year that we couldn't wait to return this year. Enjoy a complete turkey dinner aboard the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in Meredith, New Hampshire one of their popular Turkey Dinner Trains catered by Hart's Turkey Farm. While you're aboard the train, you'll enjoy panoramic views of New Hampshire's largest lake, while sneaking a peek at some of the many beautiful lakeside vacation homes we'll pass along the way. Your meal will include freshly carved roast turkey, stuffing, whipped potato, butternut squash, gravy, rolls & butter and warm apple crisp for dessert (a fall favorite). Our tour will include an early lunch around 11:00am. This promises to be an unforgettable fall experience!There will need to be a minimum of 26 participants from Standish to run this program. No refunds unless a replacement can be found. This program is in collaboration with Gorham Parks and Recreation.70.00 cost includes transportation, train ride and turkey dinner.We will leave Standish Town Hall promptly at 8:00am and return at approximately 4:30pm. Please park in the upper-level parking lot at Standish Town Hall. We will need to be at the train station by 9:45am for a 10:30am boarding so will leave in time to enjoy the countryside drive to Meredith New Hampshire.Questions, please contact Norma at nmarchant@standish.org or (207) 642-2875
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org

Friday October 17, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - Edna Libby Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - George E Jack Before Care General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Community Dog Park Information & Donations - Dog Park Banner Program Standish Community Dog Park!All visitors should review the Standish Community Dog Park Etiquette & User GuideMission Statement: To establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where dogs and dog lovers and friends have a safe, well-maintained environment for recreation and socialization. To promote responsible canine care to Standish area citizens and visitors who will uphold the park’s rules. To respond to the needs of the area for a multi-generational park activity for pets and their people that will be a complement to the town’s existing recreation areas and maintain a positive presence in the community by encouraging recreation through the dog park.When is the park open?The dog park opened in the fall of 2022 and is open daily until snowfall. If weather and conditions permit, the park is open. It may be closed for maintenance, or if the grounds are too wet. The factors considered when deciding to close the park will be based on safety, and just as important, the potential of damage to the grounds. It will be closed in the winter if conditions are unsafe. No admission to the park between 10pm and 4am per Town of Standish ordinance.  Please bring your own bags and review the rules before visiting (see below). The park has had a recent update with the addition of solar lighting, which when charged provide light at dusk and dawn. How is the park funded?The dog park was part of the expansion project at Memorial Park on Route 25 that included new and expanded paved parking, sidewalks, a multipurpose field, playground, and dog park. The dog park received a $25,000 grant awarded by Pet Safe (Standish is one of nine winners in the US). The Town of Standish also received over $360,000 in additional local and federal grants (CDBG and LWCF). The post-construction dog park supplies and amenities such as poop bags, agility elements, shade canopies, benches, etc. will be funded by donations and fundraisers. The Ad-hoc Committee, in partnership with the parks and recreation department, developed a management plan for rules and on-going maintenance of the park. The rules and management of the park will be enforced by volunteers who are Standish residents who have participated in the Dog Park Ambassador Program, and have been endorsed by the parks and recreation department. How to get involved:-Make a donation @ www.standishrec.com or in person at Town Hall (checks payable to: Town of Standish-Participate in any offered fundraisers.  -Donate bottles to our Clynk account (bags available at Parks & Rec office)-Follow the “Standish Community Dog Park” Facebook page for updates-Take good care of the park. Be good a citizen and follow the guidelines and rules set by the department and committee. How to donate: To donate online you will need to create a household account if do not already have one. Simply choose to "register" for the amount you wish to donate below. If you do not want to donate online, you can send a check payable to Town of Standish and write in the memo line "Dog Park Donation" and mail to:Standish Parks & Recreation Department 175 Northeast Rd.Standish, ME 04084. Your donation is tax deductible.Our tax ID # is: 01-6000378Banner Program: Businesses and Organizations that wish to have a banner hung at the dog park for one calendar year can do so with a donation of $200 made out to the Standish Parks & Recreation Department. Banners will need to be created by the business or organization at their expense and must be no larger then 4 X 6. Banners can be dropped off at the recreation department and will be placed at the dog park by a member of the parks staff. We are also happy to make your online donation for you by phone. You can call us at 642-2875. FMI: visit our Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark.com  Dog Park Rules:To keep our park safe and enjoyable, please observe the following rules: Everyone who enters this dog park does so AT THEIR OWN RISK. Per Maine State Law, dog owners or keepers are solely liable for damages or injuries caused by their dog(s). Bring no more than three (3) dogs per adult into the park. DISPOSE of PET WASTE IMMEDIATELY! Discourage dogs from digging holes. Please refill any holes. Dogs must be licensed, free of infection, parasites and have ID/rabies tags. NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS: dogs displaying aggressive behavior must leave. Puppies must have core vaccines and be at least four (4) months old. NO female dogs in heat allowed. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the park gates. Dogs must be collared or harnessed but please remove spike, prong, and pinch collars before entering the park. Please supervise your dog(s) at all times. No children under 10 years old allowed; Children under 16 must be with an adult. No smoking, glass containers, toys, or human food. Use caution with dog treats. If your dog seems timid, stressed, overly aroused, or aggressive, please take it out of the off-leash area IMMEDIATELY. You may ask dog owners who have not observed these rules to leave the park.  The Town of Standish reserves the right to eject a participant from the facility for reasons of safety and fairness to other participants. Want to become a Volunteer Dog Park Ambassador? Contact Standish Parks & Recreation to learn more! Follow the Standish Community Dog Park Facebook Page for updates!Emergency? Call 911              Standish Parks & Recreation Department: (207) 642-2875     Non-emergency Dispatch/Animal Control: (207) 893-2810PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MINIMUM AMOUNT FOR A DONATION IS $5.00
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 2-3 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades 4-5 (George E Jack) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Grades K-1 (Edna Libby) General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Before Care & After Care 2025 - 2026 - After Care: Steep Falls General InformationThere is space still available at all sites! If you are interested in registering, please email nbillingslea@standish.orgPlease note: Before Care & After Care does start on August 27th on the first day of school. The program does not show these dates, because if it did you would be charged for an entire monthly payment for August. Those two days are looped into the September payment.Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby and George E. Jack Elementary Schools.Where: K-3 Edna Libby School (Before & After Care)             4-5 GEJ School (Before & After Care)              K-5 Steep Falls (After Care only) PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT STUDENTS ATTENDING STEEP FALLS CANNOT BE REGISTERED FOR EDNA LIBBY OR GEORGE E JACK BEFORE CAREBefore Care: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., excluding all school vacations, in-service days, holidays, or snow days at G.E. Jack School.Before Care will not be held on any unscheduled late arrival days (such as those due to weather).After Care: Monday - Friday 2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. excluding all school vacations, holidays, in-service days or school closure days (weather cancellation, etc)Early Release Days: Are a separate registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year. For more information, please look under the Early Release Adventures section.Fees and Payment Information:Automatic monthly payments will be set up when registering. The fee charged each month is the total cost of the program for the year, divided into 10 monthly installments. Your credit/debit card will be charged on the first of each month automatically. You will need to notify the Parks & Recreation Department  if the payment information needs to be updated should your card expire or needs to be changed for any reason.  Declined payments must be corrected as soon as notification is sent. Failure to make payments on past due balances could result in suspension from the program. Cancellation/Refund Policy:Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded. The parks and recreation department recognizes there can be extenuating circumstances and it retains the right to handle refunds on a case-by-case basis as necessary.No School Day Policy:The Before Care and After Care programs follow the MSAD 6 schedule.When school is canceled by MSAD #6: No Before Care or After CareWhen school closes early (other than planned early release days) by MSAD #6: No After CareWhen there is a delayed start due to weather: No Before CareWhen there is school vacation, or a teacher in-service day there is no Before Care or After Care.Please download the Before/After School Program Parent Handbook below for specific program information.For all additional questions, please contact Nikki Billingslea, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation : nbillingslea@standish.orgSteep Falls Disclaimer - We will be offering an After Care site at Steep Falls Elementary next school year. Please understand that there is a minimum registrant requirement in order for this site to continue to run. We may possibly explore adding on Before Care at Steep Falls dependent on registrations/staffing. For updates on this, please keep an eye out for email blasts or email nbillingslea@standish.org