AMUSEMENT PARK

TICKETS AVAILABLE

The Garden City Recreation Department will this year again be offering discount tickets to area amusement parks.

These very popular discounted tickets are for:

Gate Price Discounted

Price

ON SALE NOW -

Hershey Park (Hershey, PA.)51.95 40.95

(for ages 9 and above)

Sesame Place ( Langhorne, PA.)50.95 42.25

(for ages 2 and above)

Six Flags Great Adventure

(Jackson, N.J.) 59.99 28.75

COMING SOON -

Dorney Park (Allentown PA.) $ 39.99 $ 31.00

Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Only cash will be accepted for payment.

REGISTRATION FOR

RECREATION CAMPS BEGINS

The Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for the camps listed below. Registration is by mail only and is subject to age/grade restrictions. Children must be the age listed by the start date of the camp in order to attend. Information on each camp is listed in the articles below.

Please make selections carefully as fees are not returnable.

To register for any camp: by mail only, no walk in registrations will be accepted until June 3rd. We can not be held responsible for delays in the mail. To register, pick up an application at the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave. You can also make your own by listing your child's name, address, phone number, birth date, grade he/she will be entering in September and the session and classes for which you are registering. Mail all information with full payment to the Garden City Recreation Department at 108 Rockaway Avenue. Please make all checks payable to the "Inc. Village of Garden City". Separate checks are needed for each camp.

PRESCHOOL CAMP

Our Pre-school Camp is a fun way for children ages 3.5 to 5 years old who are residents of the Village to spend the summer. Children who attend this camp MUST be 3.5 years by the start of the session. Arts and crafts, music, nature, and stories will fill the 1.5 hour class, run by Pat Leonenko, St. Joseph's Preschool teacher.

When: Session I:July 6- 10

FILLEDSession II:

Session III:July 20- 24

Session IV:July 27- July 31

Session V:August 3 - 7

Where: St.Paul's Cluett Hall

Time: 10:30 - noonCost: $75

PEEWEE TENNIS

PeeWee Tennis is offered to children who are Village residents ages 4 to 6. Eligibility is determined by the child's age at the start of the session. Skills are learned by fun and easy to do drills taught by our tennis staff. Each child may register for a maximum of two sessions.

When: Session A:June 29 -July 2

Session B:July 6 - 9

Session C:July 13 - 16

Session D:July 20 - 23

Session E:July 27 - 30

session are now filled Session F: Session G:

Where: Community Park's Tennis Facility

Time: 9 - 10 a.m.Cost: $45

PEEWEE SPORTS SAMPLER

Our very popular winter program will continue this summer in our neighborhood parks. In this four day program, your child will get a taste of a different sport each day as our staff takes them through some fun skills and drills. The group will then make an arts and crafts project to take home. Children ages 4-5 who are residents of the Village of Garden City are invited to register for this fun program!

When:July 6 - 9Grove Park

July 13-16Nassau Haven Park

Time: 2 - 3:15 p.m.Cost: $ 50

YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP

The Garden City Recreation Department will be conducting a Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City and entering 2nd through 6th grades in September, 2009. Come join us and learn what it take to pass, dribble and shoot in this camp. The purpose of this program is to provide instruction in self improvement, basketball fundamentals, team play, group cooperation, and most important of all, FUN! !

When:Week of June 29 - July 2

Where:St. Paul's Field House

Time: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. for children entering 2nd or 3rd grades

11 - 1 p.m. for children entering 4th - 6th grades

Fee: $ 75

BOYS AND GIRLS LACROSSE CAMP

For Children entering 2rd through 6th grades in September, 2009. Here is an opportunity for youngsters who are residents of the Village of Garden City to learn the techniques of catching, throwing, scooping, and shooting through fun drills. They will also learn the rules of the game by scrimmaging. This is a basic camp where no experience is necessary and equipment is provided.

When:Session 1 - Week of July 6 - 9

Session 2 - Week of July 13- 16

Where: Stewart Field

Time: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. for children entering 2nd or 3rd grades

11 - 1 p.m. for children entering 4th - 6th grades

Fee: $ 75

FIELD HOCKEY CAMP

The Recreation Department will conduct a Summer Field Hockey Camp for girls entering grades 4 through 7 that are residents of the Village of Garden City.

The camp will focus on individual skill development and the rules of the game, as well as the importance of playing together as a team. Equipment will be supplied.

When:Week of July 20 - 23

Week of July 27 - 30

Where:Community Park

Time:9:30 - noon for children Fee: $ 85

YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP

Our Department will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp for boys and girls that are Residents of the Village of Garden City.

This instructional program is offered for boys and girls, aged 6 to 12. Children who register for this program MUST be six by the start of the session. The camp will focus on individual skill development, and the importance of playing together as a team.

Youngsters in each age category will be divided into appropriate skill levels and will receive group instruction.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED : Baseball Glove, Sneakers or Rubber Cleats

When:Week of July 20 - 23

Week of July 27 - 30

Where:Community Park's Baseball Fields

Time:8:30 - 10:30 a.m. for ages 6 - 8

11 - 1 p.m. for ages 9 - 12

Fee: $ 75

YOGA FOR YOUNGSTERS

The Recreation Department's certified yoga instructor will offer yoga classes for boys and girls who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City ages 6 - 14. Children attend this program will learn movements, postures, and breathing techniques which will help with relaxation, self awareness, and fitness. This program will be offered in two different formats (listed below).

Weekly class - this program will be offered every Wednesday morning for six weeks beginning July 1st. This one hour class is open to any resident ages 7 - 11.

Where:Senior Center on Golf Club Lane

Time:9:30-10:30 a.m.Fee: $30

One Week Workshop

When:Week of August 10 -14

Where:St. Paul's Cluett Hall

Time:9 - 10 a.m. for ages 6 - 9

10:15 - 11:30 a.m. for ages 10 -14

Fee: $ 30

THEATRE WORKSHOP

Our resident thespian will conduct a Theatre Workshop for children ages 6 - 13 who are residents of the Village of Garden City.

Studying acting helps develop social and personal skills. It also increases poise and confidence. During these workshops, the children will learn drama exercises, improvisation, and staging while having fun.

Where:St. Paul's Cluett Hall

When:Week of July 27-30

6 - 9 years - FILLED

10-13 years from 1:15 - 2:15 pm

Week of August 3-6

6 - 9 years - FILLED

10-13 years from 10:30-11:30 am

Fee: $ 50 for each session

COMPUTER WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS

Our Computer Workshops are running by Sharper Training Solutions, a company that we have used for years with our senior population. The children's program we are setting up through them will cover topics that are useful in everyday life and enjoyable to the age group.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Flash Drive

When: The Following Tuesdays: July 14, 21, 28, August 4

Where:St. Paul's Senior Center

Time: 9 - 11 a.m. for ages 6 - 8

All about Computers!

This four week program is designed to teach basic computer applications to the younger child including Power Point, Desk Top Publishing, and more! We will meet for four Tuesdays (dates above) and move through the topics according to the abilities of the children.

Fee: $75

11 - 1 p.m. for ages 9 - 12

July 14 -Photo Shop

July 21 -Web Design

July 28 -Music Video

August 4 -Computer Animation

For the older child. Each topic will finish in their two hour time block. Feel free to pick and choose your topics, or sign up for all four workshops!

Fee: $ 20 per class, all four classes for $75

TENNIS CAMPS FOR AGES 6 - 18

The Recreation Department's Tennis Camp program offers children aged six and up an opportunity to learn or advance their tennis skills while working with experienced tennis pros in a fun setting. Our camps are set by age and children will be grouped according to ability within their camp. All sessions are held at the Community Park Tennis Center. The age of the child at the start of the session will determine which session the child may attend and proof of age may be required. Please read the information below to determine which camp your child is eligible to attend.

PLEASE NOTE: EACH CHILD MAY SIGN UP FOR A MAXIMUM OF TWO SESSIONS

Equipment needed: flat soled sneakers and a tennis racket

All Camps will follow the same session dates:

Session: AJune 29 - July 2

BJuly 6 - 9

CJuly 13 - 16

DJuly 20 - 23

EJuly 27 - 30

FAugust 3 - 6

GAugust 10 - 13

NOVICE CAMP - For ages 6 and 7. This camp will teach serving, rallying, and the basics of a tennis game, keeping it fun for the younger tennis set.

Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $ 75

sessions d, e, and f of the novice session are filled

JUNIOR CAMP - For ages 8 - 11. For all levels of experience, this 2 1/4 hour camp will group players by ability so that everyone can move to the next level.

Time: 10 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.Cost: $90

sessions f of the junior session is now closed

JUNIOR CAMP PLUS - For the child aged 8 - 11 that is looking for a full day of tennis. This camp will provide tennis instruction in the morning, followed by lunch time and a special activity, then ending the day with tennis matches. Children must bring their lunch to this camp.

Time: 10 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.Cost: $200

SENIOR CAMP - For the student, ages 12 to 18, who is either looking to learn to play tennis or would like to get better at the game.

Time: 2:30 - 4 p.m. Cost: $75

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

This camp will provide instruction in skills necessary to compete in the sport of volleyball. Our staff will run separate boys' and girls' in order to tailor the program to the different rules of the game. The children will learn proper techniques in serving, hitting, and passing and well as the aspects of the game. This camp will be held in St. Paul's Field House and is open to any resident of the Village of Garden City who is entering grades 6-12 in September.

When: Boys' Volleyball Camp July 6 - 9 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Girls' Volleyball Camp CLOSED

Where:St. Paul's FieldhouseCost: $ 90

TEAM HANDBALL CAMP

Come and learn the exciting sport of Team Handball, also known as European Handball, which is an Olympic Sport that is played all over the world. This quick moving sport involves a team of seven players that pass or bounce a ball similar to a small soccer ball in order to score on the opposing team's goal. Our staff will teach the fundamentals of play as well as the rules of the game. This camp is open to children ages 10 - 16.

When:Week of July 20-23

Where: St. Paul's Fieldhouse

Time: 9:30 to noon Cost: $ 75

YOUTH SOCCER CAMP

This instructional program will be offered for Boys and Girls Ages 6 through 12.Youngsters MUST be six by the start of the camp AND entering first grade in September 2008 in order to register for this camp. PROOF OF AGE WILL BE REQUIRED. This camp will be held at Community Park.

The Two Hour Session will run from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., at a cost of $75 and will focus on individual skill development. The five hour session will run from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at a cost of $160. The five hour session will include an hour lunch break and recreation session supervised by the Soccer Camp Staff, to be followed by full field games.

The purpose of the program is to provide a fun-filled soccer learning experience incorporating the values of sportsmanship. Safe playing techniques and team cooperation will also be stressed.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED : Cleats or sneakers, shin guards, and a soccer ball and lunch with drink if attending full day program.

When:Week of August 3 - 6

Week of August 10 - 13

Where: Garden City Community Park

Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Fee: $75 morning, $160 full day

ADULT YOGA

REGISTRATION BEGINS

Connie McKnight, our certified yoga instructor, has designed classes with all ages in mind. Each class is 55 minutes long. All classes are held in Cluett Hall at St. Paul's. Any resident of the Inc. Village of Garden City is invited to join these relaxing classes.

The course schedule is as follows:

Mondays7:30 p.m. 5 week session in June for $25

Mondays 7:30 p.m. 12 week session from June through mid-August for $ 60

Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. 6 week session beginning May 13 through June 17 for $30

To register for any of these classes, please fill out the form below and return to the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

REGISTRATION FOR SPRING/SUMMER

ADULT TENNIS BEGINS

The Garden City Recreation Department will conduct evening tennis lessons for adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City at the Community Park Tennis Facility. The lessons will run for one hour each week in three sessions during the spring/summer months. The registrant has a choice of a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday class and a choice of time. There will be a maximum of four players per court. The dates and fees will be as follows:

Session 1 - 6 weeks beginning May 4 Cost $120

Session 2 - 4 weeks beginning July 6 Cost $80

Session 3 - 4 weeks beginning August 3 Cost $80

To register, please visit the Recreation's Administrative Offices at 108 Rockaway Ave. (St. Paul's Athletic Complex) by April 21.