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Tuesday August 18, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM    Youth Summer Strength and Conditioning Program - Youth Summer Strength and Conditioning
Introducing our new strength and conditioning program. This is an opportunity for children who are looking to get some exercise during the summer or get physically prepared for an upcoming sports season. This program introduces different aspects of physical fitness, strength, and nutrition geared for different age levels and abilities. This program is run by Coach Lyndie KelleyKindergarten-2nd Grade: $100 Res  $110 Non-ResTuesdays June 30th-August 18th 5:30-6:15Town Farm Park3rd-8th Grade: $175 Res  $200 Non-ResTuesdays June 30th-August 18th 6:30-7:30Town Farm ParkMeet the instructor: Coach K is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of New England, where she has led and overseen the athletic development and sports nutrition education of UNE's 21 varsity athletics teams since 2014. She is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Exercise & Sport Performance and lectures on Youth Strength & Conditioning. Although she specializes in collegiate athletics, she has never lost her love for helping athletes develop throughout the whole spectrum of life.If you have any questions, contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Youth Summer Strength and Conditioning Program - Youth Summer Strength and Conditioning
Introducing our new strength and conditioning program. This is an opportunity for children who are looking to get some exercise during the summer or get physically prepared for an upcoming sports season. This program introduces different aspects of physical fitness, strength, and nutrition geared for different age levels and abilities. This program is run by Coach Lyndie KelleyKindergarten-2nd Grade: $100 Res  $110 Non-ResTuesdays June 30th-August 18th 5:30-6:15Town Farm Park3rd-8th Grade: $175 Res  $200 Non-ResTuesdays June 30th-August 18th 6:30-7:30Town Farm ParkMeet the instructor: Coach K is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at the University of New England, where she has led and overseen the athletic development and sports nutrition education of UNE's 21 varsity athletics teams since 2014. She is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Exercise & Sport Performance and lectures on Youth Strength & Conditioning. Although she specializes in collegiate athletics, she has never lost her love for helping athletes develop throughout the whole spectrum of life.If you have any questions, contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Friday August 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    Mom's Coffee Hour - Mom's Coffee Hour- Summer
This free social support group is designed for all moms including those who are expecting or are in the TTC community. Each week as a group we will host conversations regarding various topics to help support one another. Topics such as sleep training, car seat use, postpartum health, perinatal fitness, Infant first aid and CPR, and other similar topics! This support group will be hosted by Rachel Pelletier of Mamabear Fitness. Coffee and light refreshments will be available. Kids are welcome!Cost: Free!Date: Friday's 4/3 to 6/12 then 7/10 to 8/28Where: Buxton Town Hall Large Meeting RoomAges: 18+ (Kids are welcome)Time: 10AM- 11:30AMDUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED UNTIL FALL 2026!For More Info Contact Natalie at nstonge@buxton.me.usRegistrations must be submitted through Buxton Recreation, with payment due upon registration.  
 
Wednesday August 26, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday August 27, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Friday August 28, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    Mom's Coffee Hour - Mom's Coffee Hour- Summer
This free social support group is designed for all moms including those who are expecting or are in the TTC community. Each week as a group we will host conversations regarding various topics to help support one another. Topics such as sleep training, car seat use, postpartum health, perinatal fitness, Infant first aid and CPR, and other similar topics! This support group will be hosted by Rachel Pelletier of Mamabear Fitness. Coffee and light refreshments will be available. Kids are welcome!Cost: Free!Date: Friday's 4/3 to 6/12 then 7/10 to 8/28Where: Buxton Town Hall Large Meeting RoomAges: 18+ (Kids are welcome)Time: 10AM- 11:30AMDUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED UNTIL FALL 2026!For More Info Contact Natalie at nstonge@buxton.me.usRegistrations must be submitted through Buxton Recreation, with payment due upon registration.  
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Monday August 31, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Tuesday September 1, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM    Age Friendly Mystery Foodie Series - Fall Mystery Lunch #1
Join us for a culinary delight! In this program we head to dine at mystery restaurants chosen by the recreation staff. Be prepared for a range of all culinary delights! All restaurants that are chosen will be food allergy friendly.Cost: $6 Res/ $10 Non Res (Lunch is on your own) PRICE CHANGE FOR FALL! $8 Res/ $12 Non ResDate: Tuesday 6/9, 7/14, 8/11Departing From: Buxton Town Hall Back Parking LotAges: 50+Time: 11AM-2PMFor More Info Contact Natalie at nstonge@buxton.me.usRegistrations must be submitted through Buxton Recreation, with payment due upon registration.
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Wednesday September 2, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday September 3, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    2026 Soccer Information and Registrations - Co-Ed Fall Soccer, Pre-K
Registration Deadline is August 7thPre-K and Under SoccerDates: Thursdays, 9/3– 10/1Time:  4:30PM-5:15PM Cost: $40 (Res) $45 (Non-Res)Register your child for our a stationed based soccer program. Players will participate in a variety of games and activities that will encourage gross motor development. This program will introduce the most basic skills of soccer in a fun and social environment. This program is run by Buxton Rec staff, but parent participation is highly encouraged. Kindergarten Soccer Dates: Saturdays, 9/5– 10/3Time:  8:30AM-9:30AMCost: $50 (Res) $60 (Non-Res)Kindergarten soccer is a clinic-style program introducing basic soccer skills and understanding of the game. Each practice will end with a modified game to re-enforce each skills that were taught. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 1-2 Soccer Cost: $60 (Res) $65 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31 -10/12This co-ed program continues to grow you child’s basic skills as well as reinforcing game play.  Practices will be once a week in the evenings with games being scheduled for Saturday mornings. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 3/4 Girls Soccer-Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs.This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 3/4 Boys Soccer Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the  week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 5-7 Boys Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 5-7 Girls Soccer Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.All practices and home games are held at Town Farm Park *Game Schedules will be released closer to the season start*If you think you will have possible schedule conflicts during the week for practices, let us know at time of registration. While there are no guarantees, if we know early, we are more likely to be able to help out. Interested in coaching? We would love to have you help impact the future soccer stars! Contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us  
 
Saturday September 5, 2026
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM    REC EVENT
 
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM    2026 Soccer Information and Registrations - Kindergarten Soccer Co-Ed
Registration Deadline is August 7thPre-K and Under SoccerDates: Thursdays, 9/3– 10/1Time:  4:30PM-5:15PM Cost: $40 (Res) $45 (Non-Res)Register your child for our a stationed based soccer program. Players will participate in a variety of games and activities that will encourage gross motor development. This program will introduce the most basic skills of soccer in a fun and social environment. This program is run by Buxton Rec staff, but parent participation is highly encouraged. Kindergarten Soccer Dates: Saturdays, 9/5– 10/3Time:  8:30AM-9:30AMCost: $50 (Res) $60 (Non-Res)Kindergarten soccer is a clinic-style program introducing basic soccer skills and understanding of the game. Each practice will end with a modified game to re-enforce each skills that were taught. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 1-2 Soccer Cost: $60 (Res) $65 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31 -10/12This co-ed program continues to grow you child’s basic skills as well as reinforcing game play.  Practices will be once a week in the evenings with games being scheduled for Saturday mornings. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 3/4 Girls Soccer-Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs.This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 3/4 Boys Soccer Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the  week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 5-7 Boys Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 5-7 Girls Soccer Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.All practices and home games are held at Town Farm Park *Game Schedules will be released closer to the season start*If you think you will have possible schedule conflicts during the week for practices, let us know at time of registration. While there are no guarantees, if we know early, we are more likely to be able to help out. Interested in coaching? We would love to have you help impact the future soccer stars! Contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us  
 
Tuesday September 8, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Wednesday September 9, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday September 10, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    BINGO - BINGO- 9/10
Join us for one of America's favorite pastimes- BINGO! Come try your luck, and if you get  BINGO, you will get to choose a prize from the prize vault!Bingo's are free to adults and light refreshments will be provided! Bring your own dauber, or purchase one for $3.Cost: Free! (Daubers are available for purchase)Date:  6/11, 7/9, 8/13Where: Buxton Town Hall Large Meeting RoomAges: 18+Time: 2PM-3PMFor More Info Contact Natalie at nstonge@buxton.me.usRegistrations must be submitted through Buxton Recreation, with payment due upon registration.
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    2026 Soccer Information and Registrations - Co-Ed Fall Soccer, Pre-K
Registration Deadline is August 7thPre-K and Under SoccerDates: Thursdays, 9/3– 10/1Time:  4:30PM-5:15PM Cost: $40 (Res) $45 (Non-Res)Register your child for our a stationed based soccer program. Players will participate in a variety of games and activities that will encourage gross motor development. This program will introduce the most basic skills of soccer in a fun and social environment. This program is run by Buxton Rec staff, but parent participation is highly encouraged. Kindergarten Soccer Dates: Saturdays, 9/5– 10/3Time:  8:30AM-9:30AMCost: $50 (Res) $60 (Non-Res)Kindergarten soccer is a clinic-style program introducing basic soccer skills and understanding of the game. Each practice will end with a modified game to re-enforce each skills that were taught. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 1-2 Soccer Cost: $60 (Res) $65 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31 -10/12This co-ed program continues to grow you child’s basic skills as well as reinforcing game play.  Practices will be once a week in the evenings with games being scheduled for Saturday mornings. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 3/4 Girls Soccer-Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs.This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 3/4 Boys Soccer Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the  week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 5-7 Boys Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 5-7 Girls Soccer Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.All practices and home games are held at Town Farm Park *Game Schedules will be released closer to the season start*If you think you will have possible schedule conflicts during the week for practices, let us know at time of registration. While there are no guarantees, if we know early, we are more likely to be able to help out. Interested in coaching? We would love to have you help impact the future soccer stars! Contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us  
 
Friday September 11, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Saturday September 12, 2026
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM    REC EVENT
 
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM    2026 Soccer Information and Registrations - Kindergarten Soccer Co-Ed
Registration Deadline is August 7thPre-K and Under SoccerDates: Thursdays, 9/3– 10/1Time:  4:30PM-5:15PM Cost: $40 (Res) $45 (Non-Res)Register your child for our a stationed based soccer program. Players will participate in a variety of games and activities that will encourage gross motor development. This program will introduce the most basic skills of soccer in a fun and social environment. This program is run by Buxton Rec staff, but parent participation is highly encouraged. Kindergarten Soccer Dates: Saturdays, 9/5– 10/3Time:  8:30AM-9:30AMCost: $50 (Res) $60 (Non-Res)Kindergarten soccer is a clinic-style program introducing basic soccer skills and understanding of the game. Each practice will end with a modified game to re-enforce each skills that were taught. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 1-2 Soccer Cost: $60 (Res) $65 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31 -10/12This co-ed program continues to grow you child’s basic skills as well as reinforcing game play.  Practices will be once a week in the evenings with games being scheduled for Saturday mornings. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 3/4 Girls Soccer-Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs.This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 3/4 Boys Soccer Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the  week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 5-7 Boys Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 5-7 Girls Soccer Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.All practices and home games are held at Town Farm Park *Game Schedules will be released closer to the season start*If you think you will have possible schedule conflicts during the week for practices, let us know at time of registration. While there are no guarantees, if we know early, we are more likely to be able to help out. Interested in coaching? We would love to have you help impact the future soccer stars! Contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us  
 
Sunday September 13, 2026
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM    Boston Red Sox Trip - Red Sox VS Kansas City Royals
We are headed to historic Fenway Park to watch the Red Sox! Let Custom Coach of New England take care of the driving, you can sit back and relax. We will be dropped off and picked up right at Fenway Park. Cost is $105 per person, which includes your game ticket and round trip transportation.  Cost: $105 per person (ticket+transportation)Date: Sunday, September 13thDeparting From: Buxton Town HallTime: 9AM- 7:15PMFor More Info Contact Natalie at nstonge@buxton.me.usWe will be heading to the game rain or shine. The trip costs includes luxury transportation and game ticket. Tickets are bleacher seats, located in Section 6. LIMITED SEATS-REGISTER EARLY!Registrations must be submitted through Buxton Recreation, with payment due upon registration.
 
Monday September 14, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Tuesday September 15, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Wednesday September 16, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday September 17, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM    2026-2027 Childcare - Beforecare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM    2026-2027 Childcare - Aftercare 2026/2027
2026-2027 Childcare Registrations open for returning families 7/20 and all remaining spots will open 7/27.Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare: Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.After School Childcare:Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '26/'27 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$248 a month3 days/week- $210 a month'26/'27 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $368 a month3 days/week- $300 a month * Monthly rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months number of school days. Each month will vary.If you have questions regarding Childcare Programs, please contact Dylan Vonderhaar at dvonderhaar@buxton.me.us
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    2026 Soccer Information and Registrations - Co-Ed Fall Soccer, Pre-K
Registration Deadline is August 7thPre-K and Under SoccerDates: Thursdays, 9/3– 10/1Time:  4:30PM-5:15PM Cost: $40 (Res) $45 (Non-Res)Register your child for our a stationed based soccer program. Players will participate in a variety of games and activities that will encourage gross motor development. This program will introduce the most basic skills of soccer in a fun and social environment. This program is run by Buxton Rec staff, but parent participation is highly encouraged. Kindergarten Soccer Dates: Saturdays, 9/5– 10/3Time:  8:30AM-9:30AMCost: $50 (Res) $60 (Non-Res)Kindergarten soccer is a clinic-style program introducing basic soccer skills and understanding of the game. Each practice will end with a modified game to re-enforce each skills that were taught. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 1-2 Soccer Cost: $60 (Res) $65 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31 -10/12This co-ed program continues to grow you child’s basic skills as well as reinforcing game play.  Practices will be once a week in the evenings with games being scheduled for Saturday mornings. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 3/4 Girls Soccer-Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates: 8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs.This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 3/4 Boys Soccer Cost: $75 (Res) $80 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held once during the  week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches. Grade 5-7 Boys Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.Grade 5-7 Girls Soccer Cost: $85 (Res) $95 (Non-Res)Dates:  8/31-10/12Practices will be held two times per week and will have a game on Saturday mornings with area teams. This league will require light travel to other local programs. This program is overseen by volunteer coaches.All practices and home games are held at Town Farm Park *Game Schedules will be released closer to the season start*If you think you will have possible schedule conflicts during the week for practices, let us know at time of registration. While there are no guarantees, if we know early, we are more likely to be able to help out. Interested in coaching? We would love to have you help impact the future soccer stars! Contact Matt Willis, Assistant Director at mwillis@buxton.me.us