New Canaan Parks and Recreation: West (25/26) - After School Programs (Session 2)

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All programs this session will run for 5 weeks to allow a built-in makeup week in case of snow before the school break. The next session will go back to a 6 week schedule

Monday Programs

No programs due to school closing during the 5-week duration.

Tuesday Programs

Future Stars Basketball (Grades K–4) Min/Max: 10/30
The Future Stars Sports Academy is excited to continue the most comprehensive basketball and child development program for boys and girls. Featuring lower baskets, smaller balls, instruction, gameplay, contests, and more!

Frost and Fun Cupcake Creations (Grades 1–4) Min/Max: 6/12
Join Ms. Orlando for a sweet winter adventure! Students will decorate two cupcakes each week with festive seasonal designs and create their own recipe book featuring twelve unique cupcake creations to take home. It’s a fun, hands-on class filled with frosting, creativity, and winter wonderland charm. May contain nuts.

Woodworking (Grades 2–4) Min/Max: 6/12
This after-school class is a real treat! Kids will roll up their sleeves and build their own wooden gumball machine using real tools and quality materials from Elm Street Events. They’ll learn the basics of woodworking as they hammer, sand, and fit pieces together to create a working candy dispenser that’s both fun and functional—the perfect project to take home and fill with their favorite treats.

Mad Science (Grades K–2) Min/Max: 10/18

Get ready young scientists This hands on STEM adventure is packed with color mystery and fun Each week kids will dive into exciting experiments creating snow that never melts exploring bugs and insects up close making rainbows and glowing lights building cool projects and even mixing up their own slime Every participant receives a real lab coat safety goggles and weekly take home STEM kits It is the perfect way to spark curiosity creativity and a love of science all winter long

Wednesday Programs

Chess AM (Grades 1–4) Min/Max: 10/22
Looking for a fun way to help your child improve critical thinking, patience, sportsmanship, and problem-solving? This class welcomes all skill levels—from beginners to experienced players. Students will learn the rules and moves of the game, focus on opening theory, and play supervised matches each week. They’ll also use chess clocks, record their moves, and solve checkmate challenges tailored to their level.

Chocolate Factory - Dessert Class (2-4): Min/Max: 6/12
Get ready for a chocolate-filled adventure! Each session is hands-on and filled with delicious fun! Kids will learn how to make tasty chocolate treats like Chocolate Banana Cream Pie, Black Forest Cupcakes, Sweet Chocolate Stuffed Pupusas, Chocolate Zucchini Pancakes and Banoffee Pies. All recipes are nut-free and vegetarian but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten.

Street Style Creations! (Grades 1–4) Min/Max: 6/12
Design it. Paint it. Rock it! Create your own streetwear style with bold colors and creative flair. Customize a hat, t-shirt, and sneakers using high-quality paints, markers, and optional bedazzle supplies. Each participant receives a blank hat; parents provide a plain white t-shirt and white canvas sneakers. Everyone leaves with a unique outfit ready to wear and show off.

Mechanical Masterminds (Grades 1–4) Min/Max: 6/18
This hands-on program introduces students to the world of engineering through simple machines, physics, and mechanical design. Kids will follow build instructions to create moving models, then experiment with their own ideas, test physics concepts, and play engineering-based games with classmates.

Art and Puzzle Palooza! (Grades K–2) Min/Max: 6/12
Build artistic skills and strengthen problem-solving abilities each week! Kids will follow step-by-step “How to Draw” video lessons to create characters, animals, and scenes with their own unique flair. Then they’ll dive into puzzles, mazes, word searches, and jigsaw challenges for extra fun and brain-building creativity.

Thursday Programs

Guitar Lessons (Grades 2–4) Min/Max: 4/8
This class will start you on your way to enjoying music and playing guitar! You don’t need to own one—an instrument is provided for every class. Each session features high-quality group instruction in a fun, cooperative setting. Learn chords, scales, and theory—and best of all, play your favorite songs! Rental guitars are also available for at-home practice.

My First Hot Cocoa Stand (Grades K–2) Min/Max: 10/18
Learn how to make yummy hot cocoa—and earn money selling it! This fun and interactive class introduces young entrepreneurs to business basics. From designing marketing flyers and estimating profits to experimenting with recipes, students have fun while developing creativity and business savvy!

Mad Science (Grades 2–4) Min/Max: 10/18
Bundle up for a cool and electrifying adventure! This winter-themed science club lets kids explore the magic of snow that never melts, create dry ice fog and giant bubbles, simulate blizzards, and even make their hair stand on end with a real Van de Graaff Generator! Every week brings hands-on experiments full of frosty fun, glowing lights, and shocking surprises that make science come alive!

Tennis (Grades K-2) Min/Max | 6/12
We make learning tennis fun! Our after-school program is a great way for young players to develop fundamental skills in a supportive environment. Our goal is to create lifelong tennis players. Equipment, including racquets, is provided.

Register	Activity	Ages	Grades	Days	Date/Time	Fees

Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Future Stars Basketball Academy (K-4)	N/A	K - 4	Tu	01/06/2026 - 02/03/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$165.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Frost and Fun Cupcake Creations with Ms. Orlando (1-4)	N/A	1 - 4	Tu	01/06/2026 - 02/03/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$180.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Woodworking (2-4)	N/A	2 - 4	Tu	01/06/2026 - 02/03/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$180.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Mad Science (K-2)	N/A	K - 2	Tu	01/06/2026 - 02/03/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$160.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Chess AM (1-4)	N/A	1 - 4	W	01/07/2026 - 02/04/2026 07:45 AM - 08:30 AM West School	$140.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Food Explorer- Chocolate Factory (2-4)	N/A	2 - 4	W	01/07/2026 - 02/04/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$150.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Street Style Creations! (1-4)	N/A	1 - 4	W	01/07/2026 - 02/04/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$180.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Mechanical Masterminds (1-4)	N/A	1 - 4	W	01/07/2026 - 02/04/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$165.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Art Adventure & Puzzle Palooza! (K-2)	N/A	K - 2	W	01/07/2026 - 02/04/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$145.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Guitar Lessons (2-4)	N/A	2 - 4	Th	01/08/2026 - 02/05/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$150.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	My First Hot Cocoa Stand (K-2)	N/A	K - 2	Th	01/08/2026 - 02/05/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$155.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Mad Science (2-4)	N/A	2 - 4	Th	01/08/2026 - 02/05/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$160.00 Res


Registration Unavailable View Registration Eligibility	Tennis (K-2)	N/A	K - 2	Th	01/08/2026 - 02/05/2026 03:15 PM - 04:15 PM West School	$150.00 Res

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Grades

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Date/Time

Fees

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Future Stars Basketball Academy (K-4)

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K - 4

01/06/2026 - 02/03/2026
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM
West School