SUMMER 2017 Resource Guide for Children & Their Families

SUMMER 2017 Resource Guide For Children & Their Families

Compiled by Amherst Central School District for convenience of our Amherst residents. No particular program is endorsed by Amherst Central School District.

Table of Contents

Academics/Career & Technical...... pages 3-8

Athletics…………………………………………………pages 9-10

Arts………………………………………………………….pages 11-13

Recreation and Other Resources……………………………………………….pages 14-20

Academics/Therapies

Boys and Girls Club of Buffalo 4110 Bailey Ave, Amherst, NY 14226 (716) 836-0516 Contact the Club for the summer 2017 schedule. The summer program is for ages 5-18 between the hours of 7:30am- 6pm. The program runs for approximately 8 weeks. This program includes character and leadership skills, health and life skills, arts, sports, and education.

Buffalo Engineering Awareness for Minorities (B.E.A.M) Contact: Monika McFoy 645-3066 or [email protected] This camp is for minorities, young women and students entering grades 8-12 who are interested in exploring careers in engineering and other technical fields. Camp takes place at various colleges in the area. (2017 dates and info available soon) check website for more information. Applications and fee information is available online at: http://engineering.buffalo.edu/beam/programs/summer-programs.html

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center’s Social Communication Program 50 E North St, Buffalo, NY (716) 885-8318 This program is available to students who are age 5 through high school who have social communication deficits. The program uses a unique approach that combines both structured explicit teaching and student-centered activities, while incorporating gross motor and sensory experiences. Each class is 90 minutes in length. Many insurances accepted. http://www.askbhsc.org

Buffalo Museum of Science Discovery Campus At Science Museum or Tifft Nature Preserve 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211; 1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, New York 14203 Various science camps for children ages 4-15 that run on weekly throughout the summer months. These camps run from 9:00am-4:00pm. Fees vary and financial assistance is available. For full camp descriptions and to register visit sciencebuff.org or call 896-5200 x345. http://www.sciencebuff.org/site/learn-and-explore-menu/programs/discovery-camps

Buffalo Seminary: Summer at SEM 205 Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo, NY (716) 885-6780 Email: Summer@sem This summer program gives girls entering grades 5 through 8 the opportunity to develop their academic, artistic, and athletic interests. Campers may enroll for one week or all six. Summer at SEM offers a professional faculty, a small student-teacher ratio, and an underlying understanding of the needs of young girls. Monday- Friday, 8:45am- 4:00pm. Early drop off is 7:45am and late pickup is at 5:00pm. Online application: www.buffaloseminary.org/SAS 3

Buffalo State Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic Each summer, in addition to traditional services, the clinic offers intense clinics for individuals with aphasia, language-literacy delays and stuttering.

Summer 2017 Intensive Clinic Dates: ■ Aphasia Clinic: May 30 - June 23 ■ Language, Literacy and Auditory Processing Clinic: July 3 - July 27 ■ Fluency Clinic: July 3 - July 27 Summer 2017 Traditional Clinic Dates: ■ June 26 - July 27 http://speech.buffalostate.edu/summer-clinics 878-3530

Canisius College Summer Programs: Science Camp Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry 2001 Main St. (716) 888-2355 Email: [email protected] The Science Camp is a successful and effective annual outreach program that specifically targets middle school students in an effort to increase their interest in science. Five broadly defined science topics are explored in a camp-like atmosphere filled with hands-on activities. The 2017 topics are Cells, Aerolab, Transport Phenomena, Energy, and Forensics! Science Camp is administered through the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Canisius College. For students entering grades 5, 6, 7 and 8. Dates: August 7 - 11, 2017 9AM - 3PM. Includes lunch and options for Early Drop-Off and Late Pick-Up Apply online at: http://www.canisius.edu/sciencecamp/

Canisius College Teen Writing Workshop 2001 Main Street, Buffalo, NY (716) 888-2547 Camp Dates & Time: July 10 - 14, 2017, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: CANISIUS COLLEGE CAMPUS Director: Genevieve Webster Federick, Teacher Hamburg CSD Coordinator: Teen Writing Workshop, Joel Malley, Teacher Cheektowaga CSD For more information contact Linda Murray 716-888-3289 https://www.canisius.edu/western-new-york-writing-project/young-writers-program

Canisius College Young Writers Camp 2001 Main Street, Buffalo, NY (716) 888-2547 Contact: Linda Murray Coordinator: Young Writers Camp (grades 3-7) Dara Pickard, Teacher Lakeshore CSD Coordinator: Teen Writing Workshop, Joel Malley, Teacher Cheektowaga CSD For more information contact Linda Murray 716-888-3289 https://www.canisius.edu/western-new-york-writing-project/young-writers-program

Daemen College Summer Camps Daemen College 4380 Main St., Amherst, NY 14226 Please go to Daemen College Summer Camps link below for other academic summer camps or if contact information is not included below: Call: Conference and Events at 839-8253

Learn, Create and Perform A two-week ELA, Theater, and Art summer camp, July 10-21, 2017 (Monday-Friday) and runs from 8:30am to 4:30pm each day. The camp is eligible to students entering 3rd through 6th grade beginning September 2017. The cost of the camp is $300 for two weeks. Parents/guardians must provide transportation. The camp theme is "Around the World". The camp will take place at the Thomas Reynolds Center located on Daemen's campus (4380 Main Street / Amherst, NY). For more information please call 839-8550

Italian Camp Contact: Judi Mazziotti at 932-7577 or [email protected] Email: italiancamp.com for brochure

Early Childhood Direction Center Women & Children’s Hospital of Buffalo 219 Bryant St., Buffalo, NY 14222 (716) 880-3875 This program is designed to help professionals and parents of children with special needs, birth to five years old.

Gow School 2491 Emery Road, P.O. Box 85, South Wales, NY (716) 652-3450 www.gow.org The Gow School offers a traditional Summer School Program experience for boys and girls ages 8-16. The 5-week session, offers a specially designed curriculum for students who have experienced academic difficulties or have language based learning disabilities, including dyslexia, central auditory processing disorder, ADHD and ADD. Summer Program participants can be day students or live on campus and enjoy a full schedule that includes recreational activities on weekends and afternoons. This program runs from June 25th- July 29th 2017

Harkness Center & Technical Center-Middle School Summer Camp 99 Aero Drive, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 Phone: (716) 821-7095 Presented by Erie 1 BOCES and Erie Community College This camp is for students entering grades 6-9 in September 2017. Campers will attend 4 different camps throughout the week. Camps offered are: animal exploration, culinary, criminal justice, fashion, cake making, sports conditioning & sports science, film workshop, video game design and spa & salon.

LE3 Brain Busters Summer Program North Presbyterian Church: 300 North Forest Road Williamsville, NY 14221 AND St. Benedict's School: 3980 Main Street Amherst, NY 14226 A 10-week program (June 26th-September 1st)! The curriculum is designed to keep children's brains active and engaged throughout the summer! A series of hands-on lessons have been organized based on 10 different themes for the children to enjoy! Registration is day-to-day or week-by-week. 1) We offer one-on-one, subject specific tutoring with certified teachers. 2) Athletic, Arts, Technology, and Science Exploration will take place each day. 3) Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are included in daily fee. 4) Unique Field trips that emphasize our themes will take place each Wednesday. 5) An option to pay and register weekly, if needed. 6) High quality programming for a very reasonable price! Call 716-430-9322 or go online to: https://www.le3-inc.org/copy-of-april-2017-camp for more information.

LE3 Brain Busters Private Academic Tutoring At St. Benedict’s Church 3980 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226 Offered from June 26th-September 1st - private sessions for 45 minutes or 1 hour. Fees range by time period and if child is enrolled in Brain Buster Camp program also. Call 716-430-9322 or go online to: https://www.le3-inc.org/copy-of-april-2017-camp for more information

Optimal Therapy Associates Services (OTAS) 2495 Main Street Suite 234, Buffalo, NY (716) 836-5929 [email protected] www.otastherapy.com Handwriting camp and sensory intensive.

St. Bonaventure University Phone: 716-375-2045 Website: www.sbu.edu/about-sbu/outreach-programs-camps Depending on the camp, ages range from 10-16. Types of Camps: Cooking Chemistry, International, Escape Room, and Zometool Camps

University of Buffalo Child Care Center Summer Camp Phone: Program Coordinator at 716-829-3161 There is a program for school-age (5-12 years old) children organized in a Summer Camp theme which is packed with many exciting activities. The summer program takes place at the UBCCC South Campus and offers the flexibility to arrange and fit your child/children’s full-time or part-time scheduling needs. (6-week minimum enrollment) For more information go online at: http://www.buffalo.edu/ubccc/programs/summerprogram.html 6

Summer Intensive Speech and Language Programs at UB UB Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic Phone: (716) 829-5575 All Intensive Summer Programs run in July, call to confirm 2017 dates and times. These programs provide speech, language, and hearing services under the close supervision of highly trained, licensed and certified clinical faculty. Each summer program utilizes a combination of individual and group services. The following Summer Intensive Programs are being offered: *Language-Focused Preschool, Program (Time to Talk) *Language and the Creative Arts *Social Language Skills To Go *Verbal Behavior (VB) Skill Building Program *Articulation Boot Camp *Lidcombe Program for Early Stuttering FEE for each program: call for information Limited tuition scholarships are available. Call or email the Clinic to set up a free eligibility screening appointment. Eligibility will be established immediately upon completion of the screening. summerMAX@AIS Autism Services Inc. (ASI) 124 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14201 716-631-5777 ext. 702 Contacts: Andrew Shanahan at above number or email [email protected] Autism Services, Inc. is collaborating with the Institute for Autism Research (iar) at Canisius College to offer summerMAX. This comprehensive summer social development program is open to children ages 7-12 with high functioning autism spectrum disorders. Children who participate in summerMAX@ASI will be randomly assigned to attend one of two five week sessions this summer. Session I will be conducted from end of June through end of July from 8:30am- approximately 3:50pm and Session II will be conducted from end of July through end of August from 8:00am-approximately 4:40pm. Both sessions will be conducted Monday through Friday each week for 7.5 to 8 hours per day. Tuition for the program is $400 and financial assistance is available if needed. https://www.canisius.edu/academics/our-schools/school-education-human- services/institute-autism-research/iar-clinical

Summer Reading & Writing Camp Health Science Building at Canisius College Phone: 888-3728 https://www.canisius.edu/western-new-york-writing-project Contact for more information regarding dates and times Cost: call for information. Scholarships are available This Summer Reading and Writing Camp provides two weeks of enriching experiences in reading and writing for students in grades 2-12. Schedule includes a one-hour reading camp, followed by a one hour writing camp. Students will be engaged in highly motivating small group activities (i.e. web quests, literature circles, readers’ theater, poetry jams) working with peers and with literacy interns. Interns are certified teachers who are near completion of the Masters in Literacy Education. Canisius College faculty will be supervising the camp experience.

Summer Reading Skills Program Classes offered one day per week either Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays throughout Erie County. Offered by Buffalo State College. Eligible: 4 yr. Olds - current 10th graders. Cost: varies depending on grade level Phone: 1-800-715-1827

Summit Educational Resources Community Connections and Summer Treatment Program (STP) Locations vary from year-to-year. 2017: Willow Ridge Elementary School (716) 629-3400 Applications and information are available at: www.TheSummitCenter.org. Both of the above programs will operate daily in July and part of August from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; call or email for current dates. Community Connections is designed for children entering grade 1 through age 17 with social interaction difficulties related to Asperger’s Syndrome and high functioning autism. Summer Treatment Program (STP) is open to children entering grade 1 through age 16 with academic or behavioral problems or a diagnosis of ADHD. Financial aid is available but must apply by April 1.

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) 415 North French Rd Amherst, NY 14228 6:30-8pm Call number below for current dates Nine week session designed for parents of children 3-12 with behavioral and emotional challenges related to ADHD, oppositional defiance and mood regulation. Behavior management program for parents designed to help children develop social competence, problem-solving, independence and emotional regulation. Cost-reimbursable through insurance (co-pay) may apply. Register call: 716-629-3400 www.thesummitcenter.org

UB Center for Literacy and Reading (CLaRI) 17 Christopher Baldy Hall The University at Buffalo Amherst, New York (716) 645-2470 Cost is $55 per tutoring sessions www.clari.buffalo.edu for application One to One Reading and Writing Tutoring Individualized summer reading and writing sessions for children in grades K-12. Each week for five weeks, a certified NYS reading specialist will work one-on-one with each child, providing personalized reading and writing instruction to meet the child's needs. Sessions are 60 minutes in length and it is recommended that children receive a minimum of one session per week.

Athletics

Canisius College Youth Sports Camps Koessler Athletic Center 1833 Main St. (Corner of E. Delavan & Main St.) Soccer, softball, lacrosse and baseball camps for children ages 7 and up. Camps run on various dates and times from June -August. Please go to www.gogriffs.com , click on the Camp and Clinic button for details on each camp, fees and registration information.

Central Amherst Little League Inc. Challenge Division Games played at Mel Ott, behind Sweet Home Middle School 377 Meyer Rd, Amherst, NY 14226 839-1224 www.challengerbaseball.wordpress.com This baseball program is for children, starting at age 4, and adults with disabilities. Season is from the end of April-the end of July. Fees: $ 55.00.

Challenged Athletes Participating in Sports (CAPS) 24 Honey Bee Ln., Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 691-6467 visit website www.capswny.com Open to anyone with a physical or developmental disability. Participant does not need to be a Tonawanda resident. This program offers baseball, basketball, soccer and floor hockey. Dates are based on the relevant sports season.

Daemen College Summer Camps Daemen College, 4380 Main St., Amherst, NY 14226 http://daemenwildcats.com/sports/2012/11/13/MBB_1113124007.aspx Boys Basketball Camp Contact: TBD Girls Basketball Camp Contact: TBD Check website for dates and info Girls Volleyball Camp for children in grades 3-7. Contact: Kaley Vazquez at (716) 839-7654 or [email protected] Athletic Training Summer Camp 4380 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226 Phone: 716-839-8413 Contact: Nicole Chimera Email: [email protected] This program is for any high school student who will be in grades 9-12 as of September 2017 and is interested in sports medicine. Camp will be both lecture and laboratory based so students will encounter a wide variety of hands on experiences. Cost includes 5 days of camp instruction, lunch, CPR certification fee, course materials, and T-shirt. Please register early for priority. Space is limited to 30 campers.

Fundamental Baseball Instruction (F.B.I.) Camp 2015 Central Amherst Little League Complex: Wehrle Drive, Amherst, New York Camp runs from June 27-July 1 from 8:30am-3:00pm for children ages 6-13. Email: www.fbibaseballcamp.com to register. Fee is $210 if registered by April 1 and $225 after this date. Camp has limited spots so register soon. 9

Gymnastic Sports Academy-Summer Adventure Camp Gymnastic Sports Academy- Summer Adventure Camp 4 Wendling Court, Lancaster, NY 14086 683-3945 www.gsagymnastics.net This camp is for children ages 4-10. Each class includes gymnastics, arts and crafts, organized games and lots of fun. Full days (9am-4pm) also include movies, music & movement and extra gymnastics. The camp will also have a reading and math time. This camp runs from June -August from 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm on Monday-Thursday.

Jim Kelly Football Camp Ralph Wilson Stadium (716) 204-0900 http://www.jimkellyfootballcamp.com/ The program is for ages 8 - 18. It runs from June 25–29th. Tuition for each camper is listed on website which includes complete instruction, lunch, usage of camp facilities, insurance, team photo, and a Jim Kelly football t-shirt, and cap. Email: Camp Director - [email protected]

HotShots Girls Lacrosse Day Camp Site: Amherst High School Fields - Westmoreland Drive. Email or check website for dates 19th year of quality instruction. For ages 4-17 -any level of experience. Discounts for Amherst Central School District girls July 17-20. Further details can be found at www.hotshotslaxcamp.com or [email protected]

Miller Tennis Center www.millertenniscenter.com - under the “Juniors” tab for different programs 632-8600 Four tennis camps will be offered for ages 5-18 from June through August. There will be a Junior Excellence Tennis Academy and Junior Summer Camp that runs from 10am-3pm, Monday through Friday. The High School Drill Camp will run from 4-6pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Under 10 Tennis Camp will run Monday-Thursday from 9-10am and from 6-7pm. Your child’s schedule can be customized. Call or email the Miller Tennis Center for fees and registration information.

TOPSoccer Summer Program Contact: [email protected]. This program is designed for children with disabilities, ages 5 to 21. It accommodates all disabilities whether mental or physical. This is an exciting program that brings the joy of playing soccer to players who have not traditionally had a place in the youth soccer system.

UB Summer Sports Camps and Clinics Call (716) 645-6666 and press 5 or go to www.UBbulls.com/camps for fees, registration information and contacts for each camp. The University at Buffalo offers a number of different sports camps for girls and boys in grades K-12. The camps are held on various dates and times from June through August. The camps offered are: softball, baseball, basketball football, soccer, volleyball, track and field, tennis, wrestling and swim.

Arts

Academy of Theatre Arts Summer Program 5505 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 810-0551 www.academyoftheatrearts.com [email protected] Students will be able to participate in a true musical theatre experience! This camp will consist of intensive theatre, voice, and dance workshops. Check website for cost, dates, and times, as well as musical productions available by age. Programs available from age 2-and up!

African American Cultural Center 350 Masten Avenue, Buffalo, NY Contact Tammy Gaines, Program Coordinator at (716) 884-2013 www.aaccbuffalo.org A summer program for children ages 6-12.

Albright Knox Art Gallery Art with Artists Summer Arts Camp 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY Contact Nicole Ritchy at (716)-270-8292 SUMMER 2017 SESSION - $200 general admission /$150 Members The deadline for registration is Friday, July 1, 2017.

Albright Knox Art Gallery Building a Portfolio art class 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY Contact (716)-270-8201 or www.albrightknox.org Art class for students entering grades 9-12 Has AM (9-noon) and PM (1-4:00) sessions Fee: $175/members of art gallery pay $125. Need-based scholarships are available. Deadline: July 1, 2017

Artpark Camps 450 South Fourth Street, Lewiston, NY 14092 (716) 754-4375 www.artpark.net Phone 716-754-9000 ext. 105 for more information Art and theatre camp for children ages 9-14. Art camp will offer children the opportunity to explore different drawings, paintings and ceramics and experience new art forms like textiles and printmaking. Registration fee is $250 per camper, per session. Camp takes place Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Camp enrollments are limited as one-on- one instruction is emphasized,

ABC Bel Canto www.abcbelcanto.org Email: [email protected]

The ABC Bel Canto Choir is hosting a Summer Music Camp for students entering grades 3-6. Christ United Methodist Church, 350 Saratoga Rd., Amherst. Activities will include singing, moving, playing instruments, practicing music theory skills, team building, and much more! Check website for dates and cost!

Art Yard Studio: Summer Camps WNY’s Premier Pottery Classes, Supplies & Pottery Studio 5701 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 634-0989 http://www.artyardstudio.com/ Please visit this website for 2017 dates and prices. This summer camp is for ages 6-15. Sessions run for one week, Monday through Friday.

Bristol Hills Music Camp (607) 734-5766 www.bristolhills-musiccamp.com The camp runs from August 13-19 and is open to 7-12 graders. Must have at least 2 years of music instruction prior to attending. Located near Canandaigua, Bristol Hills Music Camp is the only music camp in New York State located in a beautiful, wooded setting where campers live in cabins, each having their own counselors. The camp fee is $595.

Centauri Summer Arts Camp Centauri at the RLA 6727 South Chippawa Rd, Wellandport, ON, L0R 2J0 CANADA 416-766-7124 www.centauriartscamp.com A residential camp for the arts located 1 hour from Amherst in Canada. Program welcomes boys and girls aged 8-18 for a summer of arts activities, creative inspiration, personal growth and summer fun. Children can choose from: film, dance, theater, art, writing, musical theater, and music. There are 4 session dates, check website for dates and cost

Daemen College Summer Camps Daemen College 4380 Main St., Amherst, NY 14226 Or call: Conference and Events at 839-8253. Please go to Daemen College Summer Camps link below for summer camps: http://www.daemen.edu/summer-camps-and-conferences

Danceability Summer Dance Program George Urban Plaza 3859 Union Rd Ste. 600, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 716-651-0094 or email [email protected]. Website is: www.danceabilityinc.com Danceability is a dance program for children and adults in the Western New York area with special needs utilizing dance and movement to enable and empower students while promoting physical, social, and emotional wellness in a family-focused, peaceful environment. They also run a fitness program for ages 13-adulthood. Contact by phone or email for registration dates.

Elmwood Franklin Summer Camps 104 New Amsterdam Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216 www.efssummer.org 12

Contact Clare Wagstaff-Cline 716-877-5035 ext. 160 [email protected]

Parkside Summer Arts Program at Delaware Park Parkside Community Association 2318 Main Street, Buffalo, NY (716) 838-1240 http://parksidebuffalo.org/Summer_Arts

Princess Camp American Academy of Ballet 491 West Klein at Hopkins, Williamsville, NY 14221 (716)-688-4774 http://www.aab-buffalo.com/Summer%20Princess.htm Girls ages 4-8 can create magical memories this summer at the American Academy of Ballet’s Princess Castle. The program includes ballet, theatre games, etiquette, music, tea parties, crafts, princess costumes, and more. Register early! The classes are from 9:30am-12:00pm check website for dates!

Theatre of Youth Allendale Theatre 203 Allen Street, Buffalo, NY 14201 General Info: [email protected] or call (716)-884-4400 x 304 for enrollment and fees http://www.theatreofyouth.org/education/theatre_classes__workshops.html *Payment Plans are Available* Costs range from $100-$525 by program Workshops are offered for children entering kindergarten-10th grade. These summer workshops are offered on various dates and times from June 26-August 4. Slots fill up fast - so call to see if there is room in your desired program.

Walh Performing Arts Studio 2937 Southwestern Blvd, Orchard Park, NY (716) 675-7607 www.walhstudios.com Ages 3- 16. Various summer classes include ballet, jazz, and modern dance; private voice; and musical theater. Please call or go to website for fees and registration information.

Recreation

ACSD Summer 2017 Community Education PE Games/Activities/Sports Camps Organized activities through games, team-building activities and sports that encourage physical activity and wellness for Grades 4-8. Location: Amherst Middle School. Cost: full-day program $180/week; half-day program: $90. Online registration: www.amherstschools.org

Amherst Youth Engaged in Service Amherst Youth and Recreation Northtown Center at Amherst 1615 Amherst Manor Drive (716) 631-7210 http://amherstvolunteers.org/ Volunteer opportunities for youth ages 12-20.

Autism Services, Inc. Vacation Camp Program 4444 Bryant Stratton Way, Williamsville, NY (716) 631-5777 ext. 368 www.autism-services-inc.org Camp offers learning, interactive and recreational activities for youth ages 5-21 that are diagnosed with autism. After school and school break programs are also available. This program runs three non-consecutive weeks in the summer. Applications are being accepted but will be added to the waiting list.

Boys and Girls Club–Camp Spirit Northtowns & Buffalo 1601 Sweeney Street, North Tonawanda, NY 743-8033 Contact Ms. Sandi at the Newman Family Club 693-2307 or email [email protected] This camp is offered from June 26-August 25 for children ages 6-12; 7:00am-6:00pm.

Buffalo Equestrian Center/ Therapeutic Riding Center 950 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY (716) 877-9295 www.buffaloequestriancenter.org/summer-camp This horseback riding camp has five sessions. Each session will run from 8:30am– 12pm, Tuesday through Friday. Each session will feature activities for riders at the beginner and intermediate levels. Students may progress to a more advanced skill level as skills are mastered. In addition to group riding instruction, the program will also feature instruction on grooming and general horse care. Submit a registration form which can be found on the website listed above.

Buffalo Zoo Camp https://www.buffalozoo.org/summer_camp.html A variety of camps offered for children ages 3-12 and run for various dates ranging between July 10 and August 25. Most camps run Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm with before and after care provided for an additional fee. See website for more details and fees for enrollment. 14

Camp Aspire: ‘Always Sharing Priceless, Inspirational, Rewarding Experiences’ (585) 458-3040 ext. 3472 http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/diabetes- camp/camps/aspire-1.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/ This residential camp is run by the American Diabetes Association in Rush, NY (15 miles from Rochester) for children with diabetes.

Camp Good Days and Special Times Summer Programs http://www.campgooddays.org/ This program offers a summer camping experience, weekend adult retreats, and year round programs for families whose lives have been touched by cancer and other life challenges. All programs are offered free of charge. Refer to website for information on specific camps.

Camp Kaleidoscope (Overnight) 473 Tatro Road, Starkboro, Vermont 05487 1-800-430-2667 http://www.cgcvt.org/programs/campkaleidoscope.shtml This program celebrates families with kids on the Autism Spectrum. It is a summer camp style retreat for families, children ages 3-11 and adults. Includes swimming, nature hikes, art and crafts and other activities. Meals consist of vegetarian food with some meat options. Scholarship applications are available.

Camp Pioneer 9324 Lakeshore Road, Angola, NY (716) 549-1420 http://www.pioneercamp.org/camps/summer-camps#teen-camps This camp offers a variety of camping experiences for: children ages 6-17, families, parents with school age children under 7, military families, grandparents and children in out of home placements. This camp creates an intentional Christian Community. There are various sessions. Refer to website for specific camp options and dates.

Camp Turner PO BOX 264, Salamanca, NY 14779 (716) 354-4555 www.campturner.com [email protected] Resident camping for boys and girls ages 7-16 ran by the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo. All campers are welcome regardless of religious affiliation. Session dates vary and fees vary. Activities include horseback riding, archery, nature, sports, arts & crafts, hiking & creek walking. This overnight camp is located in Allegany State Park, surrounded by 65,000 acres and two mountain lakes. Prices start at $429.

Cheektowaga Youth and Recreational Services-Open to nonresidents 275 Alexander Avenue, Cheektowaga, NY 14221 Contact: 897-7205 or [email protected] for fees and registration. Summer day camps run from July 5-August 11. http://www.tocny.org/Departments/YouthRecreationalServices.aspx 15

Cradle Beach Summer Camps Robin Barone, Admissions Coordinator Cradle Beach 8038 Old Lakeshore Rd, Angola, NY 14006 (716) 549-6307 ext. 205 www.cradlebeach.org Cradle Beach is a residential camp that serves the needs of children with disabilities and those who come from disadvantaged backgrounds. They offer organized activities to promote socialization, self-worth, and decision making. The cost of this camp is on a sliding fee. Application packets available online.

Doodle Bugs Day Camp Located in Cheektowaga: (716) 668-6500 East Amherst: (716) 688-0200 West Amherst (716) 564-1300 Clarence: (716) 632-5500 Lancaster/Depew: (716) 684-2300 Orchard Park: (716) 677-9900 www.doodlebugs.com Doodle Bugs provides a safe, supervised environment that keeps children active through creative learning and fun activities. They offer the Lead Ahead Summer Camp (ages 3-5) and the School Age Summer Camp (ages 5-12). More information is available on their web site. The camps run Monday-Friday from 6:30am-6:30pm.

Fast Break Lacrosse Camp of WNY The FBL camp is located behind Maryvale Primary School on 1 Nagel Drive Call (716) 636-1152 or email [email protected] with questions The Fast Break Lacrosse Camp is in its 17th year. This camp accepts boys' ages 8-18. There is also a beginner’s camp for BOYS and GIRLS ages 4-7 that will run during camp, but be separated from the older campers. Call for specific dates and times.

Four Seasons Audubon Summer Camp 700 Robin Road, Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 568-1140 www.fourseasonsfamily.com Ten- week summer camp for children ages 5-12. Camp hours are 9am-4pm and full day hours are 7am-6pm. The camp includes swimming, hiking on wilderness trails, tennis, soccer shots program, exciting themed weeks, offsite and onsite field trips and swim lessons.

Girl Scouts of WNY Summer Camps Visit www.gswny.org/camps or call 1-888-837-6410 Girls Scouts summer camp offers day and overnight sessions for students in grades 1- 12. Transportation, financial aid (for Girl Scout members). 2017 camp guide is available on-line.

HappyLand Day Camp P.O Box 1834, Williamsville, NY 14231 (716) 688-9518 www.happylanddaycamp.com This summer day camp is for children ages 3.5-11. The camp runs from June 26- August 18 from 10 am to 4pm. Daily activities include weekly themes, swimming lessons, arts & crafts, nature, music, outdoor recreation & sports. Camp also has 6th Grade Program-LEAD. These campers will develop their leadership and mentoring skills, as they get involved in the LEAD Program (Leaders Encouraging and Assisting Development). LEAD works to guide campers to become leaders who encourage and assist in developing positive results.

Heritage Center’s Camp Kiwanis 8038 Old Lakeshore Road, Angola, NY 14006 (716) 833-8603 ext. 2279 This overnight camp is held at Cradle Beach for individuals ages 7-21 with a developmental disability. The camp is usually offered the last week of August. Participants must provide proof of disability and have an individual service plan (ISP).

Heritage Center’s Summer Fun Club 2253 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214 (716) 833-8603 ext. 2279 This six-week day camp is generally offered during July and August for children with developmental disabilities ages 5-21. The program is designed for Erie county residents, but has been open to children of nonresidents who can provide their own transportation. Participants must provide proof of disability and have an individual service plan (ISP). iCan Shine Bike Camp Buffalo Niagara Court Center (BNCC) 425 Meyer Road, West Seneca, NY For information or questions about for this bike camp please call (716) 817-7204 or email [email protected]. Participants must be at least 8 years old. This bike camp teaches individuals who have a diagnosed disability to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle and become lifelong independent riders.

Jewish Community Center Camp Centerland 2640 North Forest Road, Getzville, NY 14068 (716) 688-4033 www.campcenterland.org A summer day camp for boys and girls entering grades Pre K -9th. Children are encouraged to be registered for a minimum of two consecutive weeks. The camp runs from June 28 to August 27. The camp is available in 3 & 5 day weekly options and has limited extended care available from 7:30am-6pm. The campground offers swimming pools, a full gymnasium, a volleyball court, and much more!

Lions Camp Badger-Home of Empire State Special Needs Experience 725 LaRue Road, Spencer, NY 14883 1-800-232-7060 http://www.lionscb.org This camp will operate week long, inclusive summer programs where campers, ages 10-21 with and without disabilities, will build greater self-awareness, confidence and independent skills, while providing their families and caregivers a break from the demands of constant care. The camp offers structured recreational and "experiential learning" camping programs for youth with special needs and their siblings. Common diagnoses include Developmental Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Asperger’s, Pervasive Developmental Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, and Nonverbal Learning Disabilities. Day camps, overnight camps, and leadership experience camps are available. These camps run at various dates from July 3-July 29in July. Financial assistance may be available.

Nardin Academy USAChess Summer Chess and Video Game Creation Camps 135 Cleveland Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222 881-6262 888-652-4377 www.activelearningcamps.com Camps are for ages 5-16. These camps run from July 18-22 and are for beginners thru advanced. Nardin Academy has a variety of other camp options available that include: academics, dance, drama, swimming, arts and sports for students in grades pre-K-8. Call Nardin or go to the website for dates, fees and registration information on these camps.

Park School Summer Day Camp 4625 Harlem Road, Snyder, NY (716) 839-1243 ext. 133 www.theparkschool.org This coed day camp is for children ages 3-14. It is offered 9am-4pm with extended hours (7:30am-9am and 4pm-5:30pm) as needed. The camp runs from July 5- August 11. Other camps available are: soccer, basketball, coed scholars (academic program) and how to complete the common application for students entering their senior year in high school.

People and Places 76 Riley St, Suite 101, East Aurora, NY 14052 (716) 937-1813 or 655-5237 www.people-and-places.org. This is a non-profit organization that provides small group, year- round vacation opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.

Salvation Army Summer Day Camp Mitchell Owen Community Center 960 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 Phone number (716) 883-9800 ext. 231 http://www.buffalosalvationarmy.org The camp is for children ages 5-12. This program, licensed by the Erie County Department of Health, integrates educational enrichment, computer usage, arts and crafts, recreation and field trips to enhance and motivate children's imaginations. Financial aid is available.

St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp 8462 OLD LAKESHORE ROAD • ANGOLA, NY 14006 882-3360, ext. 7 www.svdpwny.org Ages: 8-13 years-old. Activities include athletics, arts and crafts, music, nature, swimming, and other recreational activities.

Teen Treks Travel/Summer Camp 396 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY (716) 566-7908 Email: [email protected] www.teentreks.com. Bike trips/summer camp program for teens-ages 11-18. Trips to Europe, Canada & the U.S. that last 1 to 8 weeks. Made up of small groups and 2 leaders. Safely ride on roads and bike paths. Overnights at hostels & campgrounds. 'Easy' to 'Challenging' biking adventures.

Town of Amherst Youth and Recreation Department Summer Day Camps Amherst Youth and Recreation Northtown Center at Amherst 1615 Amherst Manor Drive (716) 631-7132 http://amherstyouthandrec.org/ The Summer Day Camps are offered for 7 weeks and run from June 27-August 19 for youth ages 5-11. The camps are run at five different locations in Amherst: Amherst Youth and Family Center at the Northtown Center, the Clearfield Youth Center, the Harlem Road Community Center, the North Amherst Recreation Center, and the Williamsville Youth Center. The Summer Camp Program operates from 8:00am-5:30pm. An Early Bird Drop-off Program is offered from 7:30am-8:00am and an Extended Day Program is offered from 5:30pm-6:00pm for additional fees. Fees are on a sliding scale.

YMCA Summer Camps -YMCA day camps offer convenient locations, a variety of programs and extended hours making YMCA summer camp ideal for working parents. Campers’ days are filled with age-appropriate activities such as instructional and recreational swimming, weekly field trips, arts & crafts, sports, games, outdoor activities and more. Camp programs are for youth aged 3-16. Contact: www.ymcabuffaloniagara.org or relevant below location for dates, times and fees:

DELAWARE YMCA - 2564 Delaware Ave, Buffalo 875-1283

INDEPENDENT HEALTH FAMILY BRANCH YMCA - 150 Tech Drive, Amherst 839-2543

KEN-TON YMCA - 535 Belmont Ave, Kenmore 874-5051

LANCASTER YMCA - 31 Central Ave, Lancaster 684-2395

WILLIAM-EMSLIE YMCA - 585 William St., Buffalo 845-5440

Other Resources containing information on summer programs

Amherst Bee Newspaper Summer Camps inserts 5564 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221 General website is http://www.amherstbee.com/ Go to http://www.amherstyouthandrec.org/ and click on the “Program Guide” to access the most current events and opportunities. Usually printing in the May editions you can find: Amherst Community Directory Leisure and Recreation insert Usually printing in the June editions you can find: Summer Fun insert This newspaper can be obtained for free at the Amherst Public libraries or by paid subscription. Email beenews.com for other locations to obtain the Amherst Bee for free, or find which specific editions have the directories or inserts you are looking for.

Fun4kidsinBuffalo.com http://fun4kidsinbuffalo.com/ Go to Camps A-Z tab or simply search CAMPS

Parent Network of WNY 1000 Main Street, Buffalo, New York 14202 www.parentnetworkwny.org Contact: Lyn Haggerty at (716) 332-4176 or [email protected] For information on Parent Network of WNY’s Recreation and Leisure Services Guide Directory

Western New York Family Magazine 3147 Delaware Avenue, Suite B, Buffalo, NY 14217 (716) 836-3486 www.wnyfamilymagazine.com Awesome website to explore. Look for the spring edition which provides Summer Camp options