At BARC, recreation plays a vital role in creating opportunities for individuals to build friendships, boost confidence, and feel a true sense of belonging. The activities and events are held on weekdays (Tuesday and Thursday) and occasionally on weekends.
Activities include, but are not limited to:
- Baking Class
- Bingo
- Themed Dances
- Karaoke
- Board Games
- Basketball Games
- Baseball Games
- Mini Golf
- Lake Compounce
Contact about Recreation Opportunities: Maria Santilli, Recreation Coordinator, msantilli@bristolarc.org or 860-261-5592 ext.147
Program Information
BARC offers a variety of recreation programs, as well as Friday Night Dances and Saturday Events. Information about the price of each is found on the Recreation Calendar
Upcoming Events
Payment & Cancellation Information
Payment policy:
Payments are due prior to the program beginning; please note that registration is not complete until payment is processed.
If paying with a check please make checks payable to: Bristol Adult Resource Center
Cancellation Policy:
Inclement Weather Cancellations:
- If the Recreation Program must cancel programming due to inclement weather, staffing or any other unforeseeable event the following will occur:
- An email will be sent providing all applicable information OR
- A phone call will be made providing all applicable information
Transportation Information
Transporation drop-off and pick-up is required for all recreation programming, including Friday Night dances and weekend activities.
To help us provide safe, quality programs, participants are to be escorted into program sites. It’s very important that you do not leave anyone at a program site without confirming that program staff has arrived. Before leaving the building, please ensure participant is checked in with a member of the BARC staff.
Participants should not arrive more than 30 minutes early nor be picked up more than 30 minutes after the program ends. The safety of our participants is paramount.
Emergency Protocol
In the event of an emergency or severe behavioral occurrence, the supervising employee will call 911, safely secure the area, and notify the parent/guardian immediately. In the event of minor injuries – bumps, bruises, scrapes – first aid will be administered on-site.
