North Kingstown Recreation

09/14/2026

NK RECREATION UPDATE – WEEK OF 9/13

The NK Recreation Department hopes you had a “Labor-free” weekend last week to close out the summer but now it is back to the grind with some new program options to kick off the Fall season! With summer at an end, please remember that the Wilson Park Splash Pad closes this Sunday (9/20)!

New for the Fall:
• Crafts for adults – Visit Catalog - North Kingstown Recreation Department to view 3 different class options from Book Bedazzling, Ornament making and Nature Crafts
• Line Dancing with Jesse Liam – 4 week class to make you the star on the dance floor for the next party!

Raquet sports:
• The weather held off the start of Adult Pickleball Clinics yesterday. From Beginner to Advanced, register for the option that suits you.
• 4.0+ Advanced Pickleball Fall League is a last minute entry with registrations opening tomorrow (9/15)
• Registrations remain open for Adult Tennis Clinics that start this week. Select a morning or evening option that works with your schedule and skill level.
• Youth Red Ball Tennis lesson registrations are now open!

Basketball: Spots still remain for the 30+ basketball in addition to the youth recreation basketball program that is now open for boys and girls. Limited spaces are available so do not hesitate on registering. View the attached flyer or visit online for details. There are also employment and/or community service volunteer opportunities available as well!

Other programs encompassing youth Art and Gymnastics, youth development workshops for Babysitting and Home Alone Safety programs as well as adult Zumba and Yoga are awaiting your participation. Let NK Recreation make some time for self-care, fun and socializing!

09/13/2026

NK RECREATION'S FALL FIELD HOCKEY PROGRAM KICKS OFF

The NK Recreation Summer Field Hockey program fell into Fall this past Saturday morning with a fantastic showing. So happy to see everyone in attendance for another season!

The Recreation Division is extremely appreciative for the volunteer coaches who offered to provide these young girls a fun and memorable experience. Please refer to Friday's post regarding various volunteer and seasonal employment opportunities through the Rec Dept if interested.

Feel free to visit northkingstownri.gov/recreation to see more upcoming recreation programs for all ages!!!

09/10/2026

VOLUNTEER & SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH NK RECREATION

Did you know of the many benefits of volunteering? It does not only create a stronger sense of community and social support but there are health benefits as well. It is proven that volunteerism prolongs life, helps to reduce heart disease, while improving self-esteem, brain performance, and quality of life.

The Parks and Recreation Division in all communities thrive through volunteerism. They are the catalyst to improving the way of life for neighbors through its facilities and programs and volunteers make a huge contribution to that success.

Whether it is an opportunity to meet people, improve the community around us, attain community service hours for school, church or job or just want to feel good, refer to the following attachments to learn how you can make a difference!

VISIT OUR ONLINE PORTAL at northkingstownri.gov/recreation, click the Activities" followed by the "Volunteer" tab or contact NK Program Director, John Blais directly at [email protected] for more specifics.

09/09/2026

YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN!

Be sure to inquire about employment opportunities for youth, and those 18 and older for the season. A great time for students to fulfill community service hours as well! Contact John Blais at [email protected] for those details.

09/09/2026

WILSON PARK SPLASH PAD CLOSES 9/20

This is a courtesy reminder that the Wilson Park Splash Pad will be closing for the season at the end of the day on Sunday, September 20th.

We hope you have an enjoyable season there!!!

09/02/2026

YOUTH RECREATION BASKETBALL BOUNCES BACK INTO NK
** REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 7 **

09/01/2026

https://bit.ly/nktownbeachsurvey -- take the survey to help inform future improvements at our Town Beach!

Community users of our Town Beach, please participate in this brief survey from North Kingstown Recreation to help inform future improvements!
https://bit.ly/nktownbeachsurvey

Questions? See the project page on our website (https://www.northkingstownri.gov/1258/Town-Beach-Project), or speak with the Recreation Department directly by calling 401-268-1540.

09/01/2026

NK RECREATION update - week of 8/30

Wheels are turning and there are a lot of moving parts happening in the Recreation Department with classes starting and summer programs coming to an end. What will you be doing this fall? Let us make some recommendations:

• Line Dancing Instruction with Jesse Liam taking place on Thursday nights (4-week class)
• Babysitter Workshop – 2-night class on 10/22 & 10/29
• 30+ Basketball on Thursday nights and Sunday mornings – season runs through June 13, 2027
• Outdoor Pickleball Clinics for adults on Sunday mornings
• Co-Ed Volleyball on Monday nights for adults. The program runs through 6/7/2027.
• Comic Book Creation on Tuesday nights

NEW Program registrations opening this week:
• Crafts for adults including Book Bedazzling and Nature Crafts
• Indoor adult Pickleball Clinics starting in November
• Red Ball Tennis clinics for youth starting in November
• Yoga class sessions in October and November

Programs with registrations CLOSING SOON. BEAT THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE and register today:
• Girls Field Hockey for ages 5 – 14
• Girls Gymnastics (2 age groups)
• Home Alone Safety class for youth (1 night only)
• Youth Running Club
• Tennis Clinics – for Intermediate or Beginner adult players. Morning or evening options as well
• Zumba – Wednesday nights at the Community s=Center (12-week class)

To learn more or to register, see the flyer attachment and visit: https://secure.rec1.com/RI/north-kingstown-ri/catalog

Did you attend Saturday’s Family Day Celebration at Wilson Park? We value your feedback about this past weekend’s event. Please take a moment to complete a quick survey at:
• https://forms.gle/pqQLtEATnG6YNzfB7

Lastly, The Town of North Kingstown is collecting preliminary data from community members about their user experience at the Town Beach. The community survey link below is step 1 of data collection to help inform of potential future improvements at the Town Beach.
• Please visit the following link for an overview: https://northkingstownri.gov/1258/Town-Beach-Project
• Take the survey at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/C7T2LFdJkX

Take time to enjoy the upcoming Labor Day weekend to be “labor-free” and visit the parks and recreational facilities made available to you in North Kingstown and the State of Rhode Island as well!