Dear Parents & Participants,

Nor-West is pleased to announce six special events as part of our Late Summer Trip Program for teens/young adults, ages 16-21. The information below includes a description of the activities, times, and fees. The times listed are the approximate program hours only. Additional time will be needed for transportation to and from the activities. Nor-West provides transportation from central locations in our catchment area. Transportation schedules will be established after the registration deadline, June 24th. We can accommodate one wheelchair on these trips.

Fee (includes transportation): Westchester Residents: $25 per trip or $125 for all six trips Putnam Residents: $50 per trip or $250 for all six trips

Monday, August 10th – Tour of the new Experience the Yankee legend by taking the behind-the-scenes tour of the New Yankee Stadium. This tour includes visits to the Museum, Monument Park and the dugout. We tour the batting cages, the Yankee’s clubhouse, and the Great Hall. Of course we will have time to browse the team store for souvenirs. This fun-filled day concludes with a cool trip to an ice cream parlor. Please pack a bag lunch. Time: 10:30am-3:00pm

Tuesday, August 11th – Playland Rye Playland is Westchester’s great family featuring more than exciting 50 rides! Playland has rides for all levels of thrill seekers from to the classic Dragon Coaster. You can soar through the air like never before on the SuperFlight or cool off on the as you splash through a 1,150-foot chute filled with 170,000 gallons of water! The group will meet at the CUE room at the Cortlandt Town Center for activities before going to Playland. Please pack a bag lunch Time: 9:00am-3:00pm

Wednesday, August 12th – Challenger and Lunch at Applebee’s Ever dream of being an astronaut? Well here is your opportunity to take part in a space mission. The Lower Hudson Valley Challenger Learning Center is not just a simulated space trip - it's an interactive learning experience that engages children and adults and allows them to perform the same "hands-on" tasks that are done by real scientists, engineers, researchers, and astronauts. This educational space mission is fun and not to be missed! After our space mission, we will enjoy a delicious earth lunch at Applebee’s. Please pick your meal choice on the registration form. Time: 9:00am-3:00

Wednesday, August 19th – Swim, Pizza and Movie Your favorite summertime activities all in one day! First we will swim at the beautiful Charles Cook Park Pool in Cortlandt (in case of rain, we will operate indoor activities at the CUE room at the Cortlandt Town Center). Then chow-down while socializing with friends over pizza. The day ends with a summer blockbuster movie at either the Cortlandt Town Center or Jefferson Valley Mall theatre (to be announced at a later date). Time: 9:00am-3:00pm

Thursday, August 20th – Lake Compounce, Bristol CT Whether it’s chills or thrills that make you happy, Lake Compounce has the best of both, and then some! This amusement park features more than 50 rides and attractions, including a lakeside , three roller coasters, a white-water rafting ride, log flume and a historic 1893 that has been operating at the park since 1911. Don’t forget to wear your bathing suit, pack your towel, sunscreen and bag lunch. Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm

Friday, August 21st – Mini Golf & Arcade at the Castle Fun Center, Chester NY

The Castle Fun Center offers loads of fun with a medieval twist. Try the Knight's Revenge or the Dragon Slayer’s 18 hole adventure mini-golf course that winds through a three story castle. Enjoy exciting arcade games, batting cages, and laser tag. This fun day includes pizza, soda and ice cream. Time: 10:30am to 3:00pm

Please be advised, we will not have a nurse to administer medication for these trips.

To register, please fully complete and return the enclosed form. Registrations are limited, on a first come basis, with our catchment area residents receiving first priority. We will contact you after the June 24th deadline if we cannot accommodate your registration.

If you have any questions please call the Nor-West office.

Sincerely,

Chris Morabito Wendy Greenfield Lani Noble Director Program Coordinator Program Supervisor