City of Port Jervis 2016 Summer Recreation Schedule

Recreation Office: Port Jervis Youth Center, 134 Pike Street Port Jervis NY 12771 Telephone: 845-858-4000 ext. 6 Fax: 845-858-4016 Email: [email protected] Website: visit us on FaceBook…@ Port Jervis Recreation ______

SUMMER PLAYGROUND SCHEDULE (7 weeks)  Supervised Playgrounds will open on Tues. July 5 and will close on Fri. August 19, 2016.  The Port Jervis Recreation Commission will open three (3) Supervised Playgrounds this summer; Church St. Park, Farnum Park and Riverside Park.

Supervised Playground Hours Monday-Friday 9:00 am- 3:00 pm

Children can participate in many activities during supervised playground hours. Activities include street , , , , tennis, wiffleball and many more. Board games and card games are also available. All activities are FREE of charge unless otherwise indicated!

Special Event Days: Tuesdays starting July 12 “The Little Chefs at Rec” at Farnum Park Wednesdays starting July 6 “Athletic Day at the Youth Center” Tuesdays & Thursdays starting July 5 “Basketball at Church St.” Fridays starting July 8 “Softball at Riverside Park”

Cooking and Athletic Day will start at 12:30 pm. Basketball and Softball will start at 1:15 pm.

Other parks available to the community include Barclay St. Park, Cahoonzie St. Park, Elks-Brox Park (Point Peter) and West End Park. These parks do not have supervised playground hours but offer playground equipment, basketball courts and scenic views of the Tri-State Area!

Additional Funding provided by: NYS Office of Children and Family Services through the Orange County Youth Bureau. SUMMER YOUTH CENTER SCHEDULE (7 weeks)  The Youth Center’s summer schedule will begin on Tuesday July 5and end on Friday August 19, 2016.

Summer Youth Center Hours Monday-Friday 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Children can play video games on our Wii, PS3 and XBOX 360 systems or play ping pong, shuffle board, foosball or play pool. Board games and card games are available. Kids can also watch NETFLIX on our BIG screen TV or bowl in our Basement Alley. Free WiFi.

Youth Center Special Events Mondays beginning July 11 “Creative Day” Wednesdays beginning July 6 “Athletic Day” Fridays beginning July 8 “Activity Day”

All Youth Center special events will start at 12:30 pm. All kids MUST wear sneakers when bowling. Programs, supplies, and materials are FREE of charge unless otherwise indicated!! All programs and events are subject to change!

FREE SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM Funded by the New York State Ed. Dept. Monday-Friday from July 5 to August 12. Lunches will be delivered to Church St. Park, Farnum Park, Riverside Park and the Youth Center each weekday at 12:00 pm. This program is FREE to Port Jervis School District Students or Port Jervis youth ages of 18 and under!!

Children ages 7-18 may sign up at any of the three playgrounds or at the Recreation office. CHILDREN UNDER 7 YEARS OF AGE MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR A BABYSITTER (16 years of age or older) DURING PLAYGROUND AND YOUTH CENTER HOURS!! Permission forms will be distributed to children and need to be returned to Rec. staff.

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ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

Offered daily at the Youth Center and Supervised Playgrounds- Kan Jam, Bean Bag Toss, Foosball, Pickle Ball, Basketball, Wiffleball, Frisbee, and much more will be available each day at the playgrounds. The Youth Center will have the Wii, PS3 and XBOX 360 game systems available along with bowling, arts and crafts, ping pong, air hockey and movies.

Co-ed Youth Street Hockey Games are played at Church St. Park every Monday- Wednesday-Friday mornings from 9:30 am-11:30 am. FREE of charge and open to boys and girls ages 7 and up. Street Hockey starts on July 6 and ends on August 12.

Co-ed Youth Softball Games are played at Riverside Park every Friday afternoon at 1:15 pm. FREE of charge and open to boys and girls ages 9-13. Co-ed softball starts on July 8 and end on August 12. .

Co-ed Youth Track Track events include, 100 meter dash, high jump, shot put, and more. Track is held every Tuesday and Thursday evening at the Port Jervis High School from 6:00pm-8:00 pm. Track begins on July 5 and ends on August 4. FREE of charge and open to boys and girls ages 5 and up.

SPORTS CAMPS

Soccer Star Camp Train with former Division 1 College Soccer players. Two 1- week camps will be held at the Port Jervis High School for boys and girls ages 6-16. Camp weeks are June 27- July 1 and July 11- 15. COST $80 or $150 for both weeks. Sibling discounts are available. Camp times are 9:00 am -1:00 pm. Lunch (bring own lunch and drink) is 11:00 am -11:30 am. All participants will receive quality instruction focusing on individual skills, tactics and team play. Agility, speed and power training will be covered. All participants receive a camp t-shirt! Registration will be held at the Youth Center June 7, 9 from 6:00-8:00 pm and also at the Soap Box Derby on June 12. Make checks payable to: Port Jervis Recreation

Volleyball Camp This 1-week camp will be held at the A.S.K. Gym for girls entering grades 5-6-7-8. Camp week is August 8-12. COST is $50 per person. Sibling discounts are available. Camp time is 9:00 am-1:00 pm. Lunch (bring own lunch and drink) is 11:00 am-11:30 am. All participants will receive instruction focusing on individual skills and team play from the Port Jervis Volleyball staff and Varsity players. Girls will learn and improve on passing, setting, hitting and serving. Registration will be held at the Youth Center on June 7, 9 from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Late registration will be held on Day 1 of camp- August 8 at the A.S.K. Gym from 8:00 am-9:00 am. Make checks payable to: Port Jervis Recreation

Basketball Camp Camp will consist of Drills, Competitions, and Pick-Up Games. Camp will be held at Church St. Park Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:15-2:45 pm. For boys and girls ages 8-16. Camp will start on July 5 and end August 16. No pre-registration required. Sign up every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. This camp is FREE of charge.

Tennis Camp Tennis camp will be held at Church St. Park on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 am-12:00 pm. Camp will begin on Tuesday July 5 and end on August 4. . Camp will consist of drills, competitions and games. Participants will learn the rules of the game and how to serve, receive serve and volley. Camp is for boys and girls ages 8-13. No pre- registration required. Sign up every Tuesday and Thursday. This camp is FREE of charge.

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WEST END PARK, BOAT LAUNCH AND BEACH

The Port Jervis Recreation Commission will open West End Beach on Monday, June 20 and close on Sunday August 14, 2016.

Located on the beautiful Delaware River, West End is open daily from 12:00 pm -6:00 pm. Certified lifeguards are on duty during beach hours.

West End Beach Guidelines 1. There is a $5 parking fee for all non-City of Port Jervis residents Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Parking fee includes all vehicles. 2. No Alcoholic beverages permitted 3. No Smoking 4. No Glass bottles permitted 5. Swimming is NOT permitted outside designated swimming area, when there is thunder or lightning or when lifeguards are off duty 6. Appropriate language and behavior is expected of all swimmers 7. Diving is NOT permitted 8. Swimmers under the age of 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older 9. Beach schedule is subject to change!

SPECIAL EVENTS

FREE Outdoor Movie Night @ Riverside Park Presented by: First Assembly of God Church and PJ REC Wednesday, June 15 7:00-10:00 pm Wednesday, July 13 7:00- 10:00 pm Wednesday, August 17 7:00- 10:00 pm FREE HOT DOGS ANDPOPCORN!!

Farnum Park Concerts The Broome Street Wind Ensemble Band will perform 3 FREE concerts at Farnum Park Mondays June 27, July 11 and 25. Concerts will be held 7:00 pm. In case of inclement weather concert will be held at Drew United Methodist Church. Concerts sponsored by Al’s Music Shop- Port Jervis NY

National Night Out Tuesday, August 2, 2016 @ Riverside Park and Recreation Area. NNO is an annual event that builds communities, generates support for anti-crime programs and strengthens police/community relations. Come join us from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm for food, fun, entertainment and much more.

PJ REC Summer Olympics Thursday, August 11, 2016 @ Church St. Park starting at 10:00 am (Rain date- Friday, August 12, 2016). Enjoy a FULL day of games, contests and food and drink!! FREE of Charge.

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SPECIAL EVENTS - Field Trips

NEW YORK METS Game at Citi Field The New York Mets vs. St. Louis Cardinals. Wednesday July 27, 2016. Game starts at 7: 05 pm. Bus departs from public parking lot on Pike street (next to Royal Furniture) at 3:45 pm sharp! Bus will return approximately 12:00 am. Tickets are $55. 00 each (includes ticket price and transportation). Seats are Section 518. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. Limited Tickets Available. Sorry NO REFUNDS!!!!!!

Date of trip is Friday, August 5, 2016. Bus departs from the public parking lot on Pike Street (next to Royal Furniture) at 7:30 am!! Bus will return approximately 7:30 PM. Tickets (includes transportation) are $55.00 each (Supervision will not be provided). Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. Limited tickets available. For more information visit their website at www.dorneypark.com or call The Recreation Office at 858-4045. Sorry NO REFUNDS!!!!!!

SCRANTON RAILRIDERS Baseball game in Scranton PA at beautiful PNC Field The Scranton Railriders are the NY Yankees Triple AAA Farm Team. This is the last Minor League level before the Major Leagues. The RailRiders will take on the Pawtucket Red Sox (the Boston Red Sox Triple AAA Farm Team) on Thursday August 18, 2016 in a 7:05 pm game. Bus will leave from public parking lot on Pike Street (next to Royal Furniture) at 4:45 pm and return at approximately 12:00 am. Tickets (including transportation) are $25 each. Sorry NO REFUNDS!!!!

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City of Port Jervis Recreation Department ______

Mayor Recreation Commission Kelly B. Decker Tom Hoppey, Chairman Debbie Cunningham Council Liaison Dawn Jones, Vice Chair Erika Ropke-Polanis Gina Fitzpatrick Brandy Figueroa Mike Latini Noleen Casey-Tomasi Mike McCarthy Matt Kowal Amanda Sexton

Recreation Secretary- Amy Ross John V. Faggione- Director of Recreation ______

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