Summer Youth Activity Guide - Town of Greece

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A Message from the Supervisor We are excited to once again bring you a summer of fun in our amazing town of Greece. Explore this summer youth guide for wonderful programs and events. Trail Mix, Trail Blazers and Hoop It Up are old favorites that are always popular. Do not forget to take advantage of new programs such as the Highlanders, Tee-rrific Tuesdays and Denim Details, New Kicks on the Block and more! Residents can also enjoy special events such as free Movies under the Pavilion, WOW Zone Events, and of course, our Old Fashioned 4th of July. In addition, we are fortunate to have wonderful parks and amenities all over town. This includes 13 playgrounds, the WOW Zone splash pad, 45 miles of trails and athletic fields. There is something for everybody in Greece this summer. We thank you for your endless support. Get out, be active and make Summer 2018 one to remember! William Reilich

Supervisor Town of Greece

2…Message from the Supervisor 4…Outdoor Adventure 5…Theme Week 8…Field Trips 9…In-House Programs 12…Summer Movies 13...Wow Zone Events 14…Playground Guide 15…Campus Events Registration Information Visit our location at 3 Vince Tofany Blvd. Greece, NY 14612 or Register Online: www.greeceny.gov/departments/cscparks and click ‘Online Activity Registrations’ Don’t have an account and need to register? Here’s how: 1. Go to www.greeceny.gov/departments/cscparks 2. Click on Online ‘Community Center Membership’. 3. Click on ‘Start Your Membership Today’. 4. This will take you to the online registration site. 5. Click on the ‘Create Your Account’ button on the right. 6. Create your account. Not sure if you already have an account? Call us at 723-2425 to ensure easy access to the website. All Programs take place at the Greece Community Center

Register Starting Monday, May 7th at 8am

Outdoor Adventure Trail Mix Adventure This summer adventure program offers children the opportunity to develop lifetime recreational skills, gain an appreciation and concern for our natural environment. It’s also a great way to socialize and have fun. Date: July 9-13 Time: 8:30am-2:30pm Ages: 7-10 Member Cost: $130.00 60 spots available *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch each day.

Trail Blazers Adventure Blaze your own summer adventure with us! This week of fun filled activities is designed to assist youth in building skills for future success. Participants will be able to partake in unique recreational experiences throughout our community. Date: July 30-August 3 Time: 8:30am-2:30pm Ages: 11-13 Member Cost: $130.00 25 spots available *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch each day.

Theme Week Safety Zone The safest summer program around! Join us as we learn about aspects of safety through a variety of presentations, crafts, and stories. Topics include fire, water, bike, bus and much more! Date: July 16-20 Time: 8:30-11:00am or 1:00-3:30pm Ages: 4-6 Member Cost: $40.00 25 spots available each session

Kid Squad Get the squad together to participate in organized games, story time, crafts and outdoor play. Participants can look forward to themes, action packed events, snacks and more! Date: July 23-27 Time: 8:30-11:00am or 1:00-3:30pm Ages: 6-9 Member Cost: $80.00 60 spots available

WILD ABOUT ANIMALS Are you wild about animals?

Date: June 25-29 Time: 9:00am-12:30pm (June 26, program begins at 8:15am) Ages: 5-8 Cost: $50.00 30 Spots Available *Please Note: Children should bring a water bottle each day. Snack will be provided. Big ones, small ones, friendly ones and even creepy ones!

Each day we will explore a different creature! We even provide the snack! Monday June 25-Reptile Guys Tuesday June 26-Cracker Box Palace Trip (program begins at 8:15am today) Wednesday June 27-Powder Mills Parks Fish Hatchery Trip Thursday June 28-Springdale Farm Trip Friday June 29-Seneca Park Zoo Trip

The Highlanders An awesome week awaits you as we experience something totally different each day of the week! Date: August 6-10 Time: 1:00-3:30pm (Friday August 10-program runs 9:00am-12:00pm) Ages: 4-6 For Ages Member Cost: $65.00 25 spots available

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Monday August 6-The Storybook Cook will explore ‘A day at the beach’. Prepare food related to a story Tuesday August 7-Rochester Museum and Science Trip Wednesday August 8-Braddock Bay Raptor Research Visit/Coloring on Canvas Thursday August 9-NY State Museum of Transportation Trip Friday August 10-Tour of Rochester Airport Trip (Program is 9am-12pm today)

Hoop it Up Program Description: Designed to teach participants the core fundamentals of basketball in an environment that promotes fun and good sportsmanship. We aim to have your weakness on Monday be your strength on Friday! Each participant receives a basketball and bag. Date: August 6-10 Time: 9:00-11:00am Ages: 8-13 Member Cost: $50.00 40 spots available

Field Trips Martin’s Fantasy Island Date: July 2 Time: 9:00am-4:30pm Ages: 7 and up Member Cost: $25.00 per person *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch. *Lockers will be available on site, for any participants wishing to use one, please bring cash.

Minnehans Date: July 3 Time: 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 7 and up Member Cost: $15.00 per person *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch.

Lockport Cave and Underground Boat Ride Date: July 5 Time: 8:45am-4:00pm Ages: 7 and up Member Cost: $20.00 per person *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch.

Buffalo Bills Stadium Tour Date: July 6 Time: Ages: 7 and up Member Cost: $20.00 per person *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch.

To Register for Programs: Visit our location or register online: www.greeceny.gov/departments/cscparks and click ‘Online Activity Registrations’

In-House Programs Mondays-Little Footsteps of Greece Road Adventure and Exploration Each Monday we will explore a different park! Participants will get to play on playgrounds, experience outdoor games and have lunch at these exciting places! Date: July 9-August 6 Time: 9:00am-1:30pm Ages: 5-11 Member Cost: $33.00 Pre-Registration Required. Max Enrollment: 25 participants *Please Note: Children must provide a bag lunch, water bottle and towel each time. *Bus departs and returns to the Greece Community Center. July 9-Ellison Park July 16-Black Creek Park July 23-Corbett’s Glen Nature Park July 30-Tinker Nature Park August 6-Mendon Ponds Park *In the event of inclement weather, alternative sites with shelter will be used

Tuesdays-Tee-rrific Tuesdays and Denim Details Transform and create awesome new shirts each week and a pair of jeans on the last day! Participants must bring their own shirt each week. On the last day, please bring a pair of jeans. Please Note: Creating new shirts can get messy so please dress appropriately Date: July 10-August 7 Time: 9:30-11:00am Ages: 5-11 FREE for Members Pre-Registration Required. July 10-Pasta Stamp Fireworks shirt July 17-Bleach pen drawings (please bring a solid color shirt) July 24-Puzzle Piece Sign Shirt July 31-Sharp Pen Tie Dying Shirt (please bring a white shirt) August 7-Jazzy Jeans (please bring in a pair of dark denim jeans)

Wednesdays-New Kicks on the Block, Kickball Program Kick your way through Wednesday mornings this summer. We will play kickball each week, along with playing on the playground and a hot dog lunch to end the day. *Please Note: A hot dog and drink will be served for lunch. Participants must wear sneakers, clothes for outdoors, and bring a water bottle and towel. Date: July 11-August 8 Time: 9:30am-12:00pm Ages: 7-12 Member Cost: $10.00 Pre-Registration Required. Max Enrollment: 30 participants *Program will take place at Veterans Park. Parents will be required to drop off and pick up participants from site.

Thursdays-Baby Got Snacks Along with cooking skills, kids will enjoy learning about kitchen tools including measuring. Each week participants will select and prepare various treats and snacks. Date: July 5-August 9 Time: 9:30-11:00am or 1:30-3:00pm Ages: 5-11 Member Cost: $20.00 Pre-Registration Required. Max Enrollment: 40 participants July 5-Old Fashion Candied Apples July 12-Pineapple Upside Down Cake Minis July 19-Brownie Ice Cream Cups July 26-Rainbow Swirl Cupcakes August 2-Easy Caramel Sticky Buns August 9-Delicious Hot Apple Pie and Ice Cream

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Friday Fun on the Boulevard Join in on the fun at Vince Tofany Boulevard! Each Friday we will play games, make crafts and much more around a theme! Date: July 6-August 10 Time: 9:30-11:00am Ages: 5-11 FREE for Members July 6-Shark Party July 13-Bugs and Butterflies (*Wear your wings!) July 20-Boss Baby Party (*Dress like a boss!) July 27-Water & Ice Play (We will be getting wet today!) August 3-Troll Party (Bring your troll or dress up like one!) August 10-Captain Underpants Day TRA-LA-LAA

Summer Movies June 22

July 27

August 30

Despicable Me 3

Coco

Cars 3

Pre-Movie Entertainment 7:00-8:00pm Movies Begin at 8:00pm Movie Location Greece Town Hall Campus 3 Vince Tofany Blvd. Greece, NY 14612

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WOW ZONE EVENTS

Friday, June 29

Event Times 10:00am1:00pm

Summer Kick Off Party-Sports Theme

Wednesday, July 25 Party Animals

Thursday, August 23 Beach Ball Party

Greece residents play for FREE with a valid membership (also free!) Non-Residents are only $5 per child, per day.

I DIG THIS TOWN Saturday, August 11 11:00am-2:00pm

CLIMB ON VEHICLES! FOOD! INFLATABLES AND MORE! A ‘CLIMB ABOARD’ EXPERIENCE

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Run Start 9:00am Register May 7-June 2 $5.00 per child Dress like your favorite superhero! *Every participant will receive a t-shirt and superhero mask

Register at

After June 2 $6.00 per child

www.greeceny.gov/departments/cscparks