This is the Fall 2026 activity guide from the Killingly Parks and Recreation Department in Connecticut. It is a community program brochure for residents of Killingly and surrounding areas, listing seasonal recreational programs, facility updates, and special events. The guide opens with a director's note from Bucky Lohbusch, who recaps the summer's successful programs and camp attendance, and…
The Fall 2026 Activity Guide from the Killingly Parks and Recreation Department in Connecticut is a community brochure for residents and visitors. It outlines seasonal recreational programs, facility updates, registration policies, and special events for fall 2026.
The director's note reports on summer successes including over 100 campers in the summer camp program, and previews the Halloween SpooktaculaR Lights and Sights Parade and Block Party on October 24th. Completed park improvements include a new scoreboard at Owen Bell Park, six new pickleball courts, a basketball court and multi-use area at the old Westfield Avenue tennis courts, a renovated baseball infield, a shade shelter near the Splashpad, and new dugouts on the softball field. A skatepark…
Registration policies cover online, mail, or in-person registration; cash or check payment; full refunds up to two weeks before a program start with a $10 administrative fee on refunds granted after programs begin; a photo policy allowing use of participant images for promotional materials unless a written opt-out is submitted; building closure following school cancellations; and late fees for late registrations.
The guide describes several town parks: Owen Bell Park (skate park, Splash Pad, Boundless playground, ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, track, trail, band shell, picnic areas), Davis Park (town green with gazebo), Danielson Lions Park (playground), Cat Hollow (wooded trails, fishing, historic mill site), Chase Reservoir (nature trails, non-motorized boating and fishing), Mason Hill Park (nature preserve for hiking), Water Street Park (outdoor stage by the river), Phaiah Dog Park…
Fitness and wellness programs for fall 2026 include Monday Yoga with Mary (two sessions, September-December, $35-50 resident/non-resident), Yoga for Every Body on Wednesdays (two sessions, $40-45), Beginner Line Dancing with Mary on Wednesdays (two sessions, $40-45), and Thursday Yoga with Mary (one session, $40-45). Each class has minimum enrollment requirements and specific dates, with no classes on holidays. Participants must bring their own yoga mat and water bottle.
The document includes contact information for the department (860-779-5390, online registration at killinglypr.recdesk.com/community/home), office hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, facility hours until 8pm Monday-Thursday starting September 7th), and staff listings including the director, recreation staff, park staff, and board members. A section for senior offerings and the Killingly Municipal Agent to the Elderly, Maureen Hayes, is mentioned with office hours Tuesday and Wednesday 10am-3pm…