Family night with giant inflatables, games, four-square, Nintendo Dance Dance Revolution, X-Box Kinect Sport and Dance Games and Belly Bumpers is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 28 from 6-8 p.m. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years of age. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Recreation center hours
The Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center is open for walking and programs Monday through Friday from 6 a.m.-9 p.m. and Saturdays from noon-4 p.m. The center is closed Sundays. Please note through Jan. 1, the walking hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-9 p.m. and Saturday from noon-4 p.m.
The center will be open on Monday, Dec. 31 from 1 a.m.-4 p.m. and will be closed New Year’s Day.
Basketball programs
Boys basketball for boys in grades 5 and 6 meets Tuesday, Thursday and some Fridays from 3-5 p.m. This program runs from Jan. 3 through March 14, 2013. Pre-registration is required for this program.
Girls basketball for girls in grades 4 through 6 meets Mondays, Wednesdays and some Friday from 3-5 p.m. This program runs from Jan. 2 through March 15, 2013. Pre-registration is required.
Elks Hoop Shoot
On Thursday, Dec. 27, the recreation department will host the annual Elk’s Hoop Shoot for youths ages 8-13. The event starts at 2 p.m. and will be held at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. Pre-registration is required.
Map and compass
Come learn about map and compass or brush up on your skills. Map and Compass will be offered on Friday, Dec. 28 for youths in grades 3-8. Pre-registration is required.
Youth Ski Rental Program
The Northern Skiers Club and the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department have partnered to bring the Youth Ski Rental Program back to Caribou for all local youth. This year season rentals will be available and include skis, boots, poles and a carrier for a fee. The two package options are: Option 1: $50 per package with a Northern Skier Club membership or Option 2: $60 per package non-member. Both options required an additional $15 security deposit which will be refunded upon return in good condition.
Men’s 30-and-over basketball
The men’s 30-and-over basketball is under way and meets Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m.-noon. This program is designed for gentlemen 30 years of age and over and meets at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center gym. There is a $3 per player fee on Sundays.
Ski 4 Life Program
Once again, Big Rock Ski Area and Caribou Parks and Recreation Department are teaming up to bring you the Bank of Maine Ski 4 Life Program. This program is for Caribou Middle School students in grades 6-8. Registration fee is $60 which includes transportation, equipment rental, lift ticket and a mandatory group ski lesson.
The dates of the 2013 program are Feb. 27, March 6, 21 and 28. Registration deadline is Feb. 1, 2013 with a minimum of six students and a maximum of 13.
