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Monday March 9, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday March 10, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Wednesday March 11, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM    2025-2026 Early Release Adventures - Early Relase Adventures
Early Release Adventure Program: Hours: 12:30am-5:30pmOur Early Release Program provides care for families who need are looking to keep their children occupied during the afternoons when school is out! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to Early Release Program at 12:30! Our Early Release Program will offer crafts, gym time, and special activities such as seasonal arts and crafts, and much more!Cost: $400 *includes all Early Release Days Registration Process:Early Release Adventures registrations can be completed online. Registration will open for returning families on Monday, July 21st. Any remaining spots will open for general public on Monday, July 28th. A deposit of $100 is required at the time of registration. Final Payments are required in full by Sept 12th.Activities Schedule: To Be Announced For more info contact the Recreation Office at 929-8381
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Flag Football - Flag Football
Is your child a football fanatic? This after school activity is a fan favorite! Athletes will be broken into different teams where they will play teams in a round robin style. This program is ideal for all playing levels and is created to create a positive sportsmanship environment! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to the gym at 2:45. Please send sneakers, water bottle, and a snack with your child. Pick up is at 4PM at the BCES flagpoleDates: Wednesday's 3/4-4/1Times: 3PM-4PMGrades: 3rd-5thCost: $35 Res and $40 Non-Res Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolIf you have any questions, contact Matt Willis Recreation Supervisormwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday March 12, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Friday March 13, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Game Club! - Game Club!
Does our child like to play board or card games? In this new enrichment program, we will provide multiple board and card games for your child to try out. These games will help with strategy building and team work! Depending on the group dynamics, there may also be tournament play.There will be multiple games offered each week for all the age ranges. Dates: Friday's 3/6-3/27Time:3:00-4:00 Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Price: $25 Res and $30 Non-ResFor more info contact Assistant Director, Matt Willis at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Monday March 16, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday March 17, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Wednesday March 18, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM    2025-2026 Early Release Adventures - Early Relase Adventures
Early Release Adventure Program: Hours: 12:30am-5:30pmOur Early Release Program provides care for families who need are looking to keep their children occupied during the afternoons when school is out! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to Early Release Program at 12:30! Our Early Release Program will offer crafts, gym time, and special activities such as seasonal arts and crafts, and much more!Cost: $400 *includes all Early Release Days Registration Process:Early Release Adventures registrations can be completed online. Registration will open for returning families on Monday, July 21st. Any remaining spots will open for general public on Monday, July 28th. A deposit of $100 is required at the time of registration. Final Payments are required in full by Sept 12th.Activities Schedule: To Be Announced For more info contact the Recreation Office at 929-8381
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Flag Football - Flag Football
Is your child a football fanatic? This after school activity is a fan favorite! Athletes will be broken into different teams where they will play teams in a round robin style. This program is ideal for all playing levels and is created to create a positive sportsmanship environment! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to the gym at 2:45. Please send sneakers, water bottle, and a snack with your child. Pick up is at 4PM at the BCES flagpoleDates: Wednesday's 3/4-4/1Times: 3PM-4PMGrades: 3rd-5thCost: $35 Res and $40 Non-Res Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolIf you have any questions, contact Matt Willis Recreation Supervisormwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday March 19, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Friday March 20, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Game Club! - Game Club!
Does our child like to play board or card games? In this new enrichment program, we will provide multiple board and card games for your child to try out. These games will help with strategy building and team work! Depending on the group dynamics, there may also be tournament play.There will be multiple games offered each week for all the age ranges. Dates: Friday's 3/6-3/27Time:3:00-4:00 Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Price: $25 Res and $30 Non-ResFor more info contact Assistant Director, Matt Willis at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Monday March 23, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday March 24, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Wednesday March 25, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM    2025-2026 Early Release Adventures - Early Relase Adventures
Early Release Adventure Program: Hours: 12:30am-5:30pmOur Early Release Program provides care for families who need are looking to keep their children occupied during the afternoons when school is out! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to Early Release Program at 12:30! Our Early Release Program will offer crafts, gym time, and special activities such as seasonal arts and crafts, and much more!Cost: $400 *includes all Early Release Days Registration Process:Early Release Adventures registrations can be completed online. Registration will open for returning families on Monday, July 21st. Any remaining spots will open for general public on Monday, July 28th. A deposit of $100 is required at the time of registration. Final Payments are required in full by Sept 12th.Activities Schedule: To Be Announced For more info contact the Recreation Office at 929-8381
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Flag Football - Flag Football
Is your child a football fanatic? This after school activity is a fan favorite! Athletes will be broken into different teams where they will play teams in a round robin style. This program is ideal for all playing levels and is created to create a positive sportsmanship environment! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to the gym at 2:45. Please send sneakers, water bottle, and a snack with your child. Pick up is at 4PM at the BCES flagpoleDates: Wednesday's 3/4-4/1Times: 3PM-4PMGrades: 3rd-5thCost: $35 Res and $40 Non-Res Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolIf you have any questions, contact Matt Willis Recreation Supervisormwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday March 26, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Friday March 27, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Game Club! - Game Club!
Does our child like to play board or card games? In this new enrichment program, we will provide multiple board and card games for your child to try out. These games will help with strategy building and team work! Depending on the group dynamics, there may also be tournament play.There will be multiple games offered each week for all the age ranges. Dates: Friday's 3/6-3/27Time:3:00-4:00 Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Price: $25 Res and $30 Non-ResFor more info contact Assistant Director, Matt Willis at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Monday March 30, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday March 31, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Wednesday April 1, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM    2025-2026 Early Release Adventures - Early Relase Adventures
Early Release Adventure Program: Hours: 12:30am-5:30pmOur Early Release Program provides care for families who need are looking to keep their children occupied during the afternoons when school is out! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to Early Release Program at 12:30! Our Early Release Program will offer crafts, gym time, and special activities such as seasonal arts and crafts, and much more!Cost: $400 *includes all Early Release Days Registration Process:Early Release Adventures registrations can be completed online. Registration will open for returning families on Monday, July 21st. Any remaining spots will open for general public on Monday, July 28th. A deposit of $100 is required at the time of registration. Final Payments are required in full by Sept 12th.Activities Schedule: To Be Announced For more info contact the Recreation Office at 929-8381
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Flag Football - Flag Football
Is your child a football fanatic? This after school activity is a fan favorite! Athletes will be broken into different teams where they will play teams in a round robin style. This program is ideal for all playing levels and is created to create a positive sportsmanship environment! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to the gym at 2:45. Please send sneakers, water bottle, and a snack with your child. Pick up is at 4PM at the BCES flagpoleDates: Wednesday's 3/4-4/1Times: 3PM-4PMGrades: 3rd-5thCost: $35 Res and $40 Non-Res Location: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolIf you have any questions, contact Matt Willis Recreation Supervisormwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Thursday April 2, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Friday April 3, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Monday April 6, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM    Pickleball - Pickleball
Join us for this fun active game that provides low impact physical activity! Pickleball is an easy to learn paddle sport that was created by combining elements of several other racket sport including Tennis and Ping Pong. In this program participants will learn the skills on how to play the game, before playing games to close out the day. This program is great for all skill levels! Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays 4/6-4/29 Time: 3:00-4:30Location: BCES Gym Price: $40 Res $45 non-resGrades: 3rd-5th *Limit of 16 total participants*For questions contact Matt Willis, Recreation Supervisor at mwillis@buxton.me.us
 
Tuesday April 7, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:25 AM    2025-2026 Childcare - Beforecare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:34 PM    2025-2026 Childcare - Aftercare 2025/2026
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. '25/'26 Before Care Pricing5 days/week-$260 a month4 days/week-$240 a month3 days/week- $204 a month'25/'26 Aftercare Pricing5 days/week - $400 a month4 days/week- $352 a month3 days/week- $288 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 the 2025/2026 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.