Did you know that each of our neighborhood parks runs a playground program every summer? Children entering 1st through 8th grades who are residents of the Village are invited to come to the park during the summer to find out what activities are taking place.

Each park has its own flavor and “favorite” activities. The Park Directors and their staff run games, sports, tournaments, and arts and crafts activities during the day and into the evening. Trips are also run through the parks.

These activities, except for the trips, are free to anyone attending. Registration is not necessary. A child may attend any day they choose. The children are supervised while in the park, but the children attending must be able to come and go to the park as they please or a parent or child care provider must be in attendance while the child participates. This program can not be used as babysitting.

When: Monday through Friday beginning Monday, June 28th and ending Friday, August 13th.

Where: Nassau Haven, Edgemere, Tullamore, Grove, and Hemlock Parks

Time: beginning 10 a.m. and running throughout the day, check your local park to posted schedules.

This program is only as great as the children who attend. Please support our staff as they strive to create a great summer for the children!

TRIP TO ADVENTURELAND

On Friday, July 30, the Garden City Recreation Department will conduct a trip to Adventureland Amusement Park in Farmingdale. This trip is open to children who reside in the Inc. Village of Garden City.

The trip will leave from the Nassau Haven and Tullamore Parks at 11 a.m. and will arrive at Adventureland around noon. The children will enjoy three hours of unlimited rides and will depart Adventureland at 3 p.m. The bus will return to the Parks around 4 p.m.

Transportation will be provided by Recreation Department bus and supervision will be provided by the Recreation Dept.’s Park staff. The cost of this trip is $19 per child, which includes transportation, unlimited rides, and supervision during the trip. This trip must be paid in CASH ONLY, NO CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Registrations are now being accepted at the Parks listed above. Space is limited and payment must accompany the registration. CASH ONLY. No refunds will be given.

For further info, please call the Recreation Dept. at 465-4075.

MEN’S BASKETBALL AT THE FIELD HOUSE

Men’s open basketball has begun in St. Paul’s Field House. This program is open to Village of Garden City residents only ages 18 and over. A photo ID is required. Games are strictly pickup and the program is free. Basketball will take place on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 - 10 p.m. and will run until Wednesday, August 18th.

YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP

Our Department will again conduct a Summer Baseball Camp at the Coommunity Park baseball fields for boys and girls that are residents of the Village of Garden City.

This instructional program is offered for boys and girls in 1st through 6th grades. 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.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Baseball glove, sneakers or rubber cleats

When: Week of July 19 - 22

Week of July 26 - 29

Where: Community Park’s Baseball Fields

Time: Choice of 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for children entering 1st through 3rd grades

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

Fee: $ 75

To register for this program, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

YOUTH SOCCER CAMP

This instructional program will be offered for boys and girls Ages 6 through 12. 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 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 2 - 5

Week of August 9 -12

Where: Garden City Community Park

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

Fee: $75 for two hour camp

$160 for five hour camp

To register for this program, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Ave.

US SPORTS INSTITUTE MULTI SPORT CAMP FOR AGES 5 - 14

Our department is pleased to work in conjunction with the US Sports Institute to offer several new programs this summer. Experience over 15 different sports in one week in a fun and exciting setting. A sampling of sports offered are cricket, bocce, rugby, soccer, handball, and baseball. The camp is divided into a half or full day camp as follows:

When: Week of August 30 - September 3

Where: St. Paul’s Fields

Half day camp for ages 5 - 7 (9 am to 1 pm)

Cost - $169

This camp gives the younger participants the experience of 12 sports in a week. Instruction will be given in each sport culminating in a game situation. After a half hour lunch break, the children will return to participate in USSI’s “Olympic Games” and World Cup.

Full day camp for ages 7 - 14 (9 am to 3 pm)

Cost - $189

Participants in this camp will receive all of the above plus several additional sports and challenges.

PLEASE NOTE - A SPECIAL APPLICATION IS NEEDED FOR THIS CAMP. PLEASE VISIT OUR OFFICE AT 108 ROCKAWAY AVENUE TO REGISTER.

SUMMER ARTS AND CRAFTS

Arts and Crafts are offered in each of our five neighborhood parks at 10 am, Monday through Friday. This program is open to children ages 6-12 who are residents of the Village of Garden City. Clean up time is 11 am, so don’t be late. Come, do a craft and then stay for some games!

AMUSEMENT PARK TICKETS FOR SALE

The Garden City Recreation Department will this year again be offering discount tickets to area amusement parks. Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue on a first come, first served basis until all tickets are sold. Only cash will be accepted for payment.

These very popular discounted tickets are for:

Gate Discounted Price Price

Hershey Park (Hershey, PA)

$ 41.95 52.95 (for ages 3-8 it is better to buy at the park)

Sesame Place (Langhorne, PA)

$ 44.75 53.00 (for ages 2 and above)

(This ticket can be upgraded to a two day for an additional $2 at the gate)

Six Flags Great Adventure And Safari

(Jackson, NJ) $ 28.75 64.99

(under 48") 44.99

Dorney Park (Allentown PA)

$ 32.00 37.99

Mountain Creek Water Park (Vernon, NJ) $ 25.99 35.99

Great Escape/Splashwater Kingdom (Lake George, NY) $ 26.60 40.99

(under 48") 29.99

HAVE FUN AT OUR PRESCHOOL CAMP!

The Recreation Department’s Preschool Camp is a great way for children ages 3 1/2 to 5 years to spend the summer. The Camps runs in one week sessions for two hours each day at St. Paul’s Cluett Hall. Pat Haas-Leonenko, preschool teacher at St. Joseph’s, designs an interesting and fun program that includes arts and crafts, nature, story time, and free play among others topics. This camp runs from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and a cost of $110.

The following weeks have space available:

Week of July 19

Week of July 26

Week of August 9

For further information or to register for any of these classes, please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES ANNOUNCED

The Recreation Department is pleased to announce our 2010 Summer Concert Series. Our concerts are held at the Garden City Gazebo, located at the corner of Stewart Avenue and Hilton Avenue every Thursday at 7:15 pm. Bring your own chairs and enjoy the wonderful music from the following groups:

July 22nd Terry Nova Little Big Band

July 29th Manhattan Jazz

August 5th Village Musicmakers

August 12th The Dimensions

In the event of rain, concerts are moved inside to St. Paul's Cluett Hall.

SUMMER ADULT

TENNIS LESSONS

The Garden City Recreation Department will conduct evening tennis lesson for adults who are residents of the Inc. Village of Garden City. The lessons will be held at the Garden City Community Park Tennis Facility and will run one evening a week. There will be a maximum of four players on a court. The dates, times, and fees will be as follows:

Session 1 (6 weeks)

Meets Time Fee

May 3-June 10 Mon.,Tues.,Wed.,or Thurs.

7:00-8:00 p.m. $150

or 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Session 2 (4 weeks)

July 5-July 29 Mon.,Tues., Wed.,or Thurs. 7:30-8:30 p.m. $100

or 8:30-9:30 p.m.

Session 3 (4 weeks)

Aug. 2- 26 Mon.,Tues., Wed.,or Thurs. 7:30-8:30 p.m. $100

or 8:30-9:30 p.m.

Please visit the Recreation Office at 108 Rockaway Avenue to register. Payment must accompany registration. You can register for any or all of the sessions. Separate checks should be written for each session. Please make checks payable to “Inc. Village of Garden City.