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Rye Recreation Spring / Summer 2019 - Rye, NY
Rye
Recreation          Spring / Summer 2019

On-line Registration
Residents
Tuesday, March 12
10:00 a.m.
Non-Resident
Tuesday, March 19
10:00 a.m.
Rye Recreation Spring / Summer 2019 - Rye, NY
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Rye Recreation Spring / Summer 2019 - Rye, NY
RYE RECREATION TEAM
Recreation Staff:                                                                   Recreation Commission:
Sally Rogol, Superintendent                                                         Bart DiNardo, Chairperson
Erin Mantz, Assistant Superintendent                                                Lisa Dempsey
Nancy Fedorchak, Registration                                                       Thomas Maloney
Karen LaMagna, Office Assistant                                                     Rick McCabe
Gregory Bean, Recreation Attendant                                                  Linda Ritacco
Jamie Corradina, Recreation Leader                                                  Caroline Surhoff
Sophie Diamond, Senior Bus Driver                                                   Steve Verille
                                                                                    Timothy Walsh
                                                                                    Shelly Wolfson

                                  GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION
               Resident On-line Registration begins at 10:00 a.m., March 12
                             Senior Citizen Program Registration begins on April 1 (in person)
REGISTER EARLY!! Most programs have minimum requirements and may be cancelled due to low
enrollment. Nothing cancels programs more than waiting until the last minute to register. In addition,
programs have maximum enrollments and may fill up quickly.
Registration/Enrollment:                                                            Program Cancellations & Refunds:
Rye Recreation has moved to an on-line registration system for most of the
                                                                                    Cancellation Due to Lack of Enrollment:
programs offered (excluding Senior Citizen programs). If you would like
                                                                                    If a program does not have a sufficient number of participants registered,
to register in person, or if you prefer to pay by cash or check, we would
                                                                                    the program may be cancelled by the Recreation Department. A full refund
love to see you. Just be aware that many programs, particularly tennis, fill
                                                                                    will be issued.
quickly and may be filled with on-line registrants before your application is
processed in the office. We have a limited number of laptops available for          Refund Policy:
you to register on-line in our office.                                              If a participant becomes ill or injured and is unable to attend the remaining
To make your registration process faster once registration opens, create            sessions of a program, a prorated refund will be issued to the customer’s
your account in Community Pass (if you don’t already have one). Go to               account. A doctor’s note is required and the request must be received in
www.ryeny.gov/government/recreation-department and follow the link                  writing within a week of the injury/illness.
provided.
                                                                                    If a participant wishes to withdraw from a program prior to the program’s
You may only register for your own family members.                                  start, the request must be made in writing a minimum of five days before
Late Registration:                                                                  the start of the program. The refund request also can be emailed to
Individuals registering late will be required to pay the total fee. Program         registration@ryeny.gov. A refund will be issued to the customer’s account,
fees will not be prorated.                                                          less a 25% processing fee.
                                                                                    No refunds will be considered after this time.
Non-resident Registration:
If space is available in a program, non-residents may register beginning            Weather related cancellations:
March 19. Please refer to the specific program for additional fees.                 Call the Recreation hot line 1-hour before the program for the latest
                                                                                    information (967-3077). If the public schools are closed, Rye Recreation
Payment:                                                                            programs held in school facilities will also be cancelled.
Full payment is expected at the time of registration whether on-line or in
person.                                                                             Insurance:
On-line payment is by credit card (MasterCard and Visa).                            The City of Rye maintains a standard liability insurance policy that does
In-house, Rye Recreation accepts cash, checks or credit card (MasterCard            not cover medical costs for anyone injured during the normal course of
and Visa). Checks should be made payable to the “City of Rye”.                      participation in any Recreation Department program or facility. ALL persons
                                                                                    participate at their own risk.
Returned Checks:
A $20.00 fee will be assessed for all checks returned for insufficient funds.       Photographs:
Returned checks cannot be re-deposited. Cash or Money Order may be                  By registering for any of the offerings listed in this brochure, you
required to replace the returned check and service charge.                          acknowledge for yourself or those you are registering that photographs of
                                                                                    participants may be taken and used in City of Rye publications and websites

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TIME OFF WITH RYE RECREATION
JEWELRY & BEADING WORKSHOP                                               SPRING BREAK GOLF CAMP-TEE IT UP WITH TGA!
Grades K - 5                                                          Grade K - 5
Session 1: Fri, Mar. 15, 9:30 -11:30 a.m.                             Mon - Wed, Apr. 15 - 17, 9:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Session 2: Wed, Apr. 10, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.                            Program Site: Osborn Gym
Session 3: Mon, Apr. 22, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.                            Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident
Price: $45 per child, per workshop                                    Total Golf Adventures is bringing the golf course to you
In these creative, hands-on, “professional style”                     in this 3 day camp! TGA Premier Junior Golf teaches
workshops, students will construct high quality beaded                swing fundamentals, rules and golf etiquette while using
jewelry & accessories. Everyone will work on a design                 technologically advanced, safe training golf balls along
board and choose from an amazing selection of beads                   with junior clubs. All is done in a fun atmosphere while
(including sea glass, ceramics, crystals) plus lead-free              creating a realistic golfing experience. Equipment is
charms, pendants and much more to create high                         provided and all skill levels are welcome.
quality accessories. Students will be introduced to fun
techniques. Each workshop will feature 3 handmade take                   SPINS HUDSON
home projects that may include: necklaces, bracelets,                                                                     NEW
rings, magnets, hair accessories ankle bracelets and much             Grades 3 - 5
more. New styles and tons of new beads will be featured               Thu, Apr. 18, 11:30 - 4:15 p.m.
for the spring. All ages and levels, and new and returning            Program Site: Spins Hudson
students are welcome and accommodated. Melanie Rose,                  Fee: $70 resident only
instructor, is the owner of BEADZ (www.gobeadz.com.                   When school is off, come have some fun with Rye
                                                                      Recreation. We will be heading to SPINS HUDSON
                                                                      located in Peekskill. Participants will get to climb on Ropes
   MULTI SPORT CAMP
                                                                      Course, enjoy the arcade and lazer tag! Pizza lunch and
Grade K - 5                                                           drink are included. The Rye Recreation Department will
Session 1: Mon - Thu, Apr. 15 - 18, 9:00 - 12:30 p.m.                 provide chaperones and transportation. Van leaves from
Session 2: Mon - Thu, Apr. 15 - 18, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.                  the Damiano Recreation Center at 11:30 a.m. and returns
Session 3: Mon - Thu, Apr. 15 - 18, 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.                  approx. 4:15 p.m.
Rain date: Apr. 19
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park
Session 1: Fee: $179 resident; $204 non-resident                         TENNIS CAMP                                     NEW
Session 2: Fee: $139 resident; $164 non-resident                      Grades K - 3
Session 3: Fee: $209 resident; $234 non-resident                      Mon - Thu, Apr. 15 - 18, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Multi Sports Camp gives players the opportunity to                    Rain date: Apr. 19
experience a variety of sports throughout the program                 Program Site: Rye Recreation Tennis Courts
including soccer, basketball, flag football, cricket, handball,       Fee: $179 resident; $204 non-resident
volleyball, and more! Players will work on developing                 Players receive tennis instruction at a level that will both
their skills in each sport before participating in small              challenge them and ensure they have a fantastic experience
tournament-style scrimmages.                                          at camp. Our professional, qualified coaches will cover
                                                                      different topics and themes each day including stroke
                                                                      technique, serving, court awareness, and rallying.
MAD SCIENCE - BUGS, BIRDS, BEASTS & BEYOND
Grades K - 4
Mon - Thu, Apr. 15 - 18, 9:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Program Site: McDonald Building
Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident
Explore the natural world and its adaptations. Observe
creepy crawly bugs, make casts of animal tracks & study
the feeding habits of owls as we dissect their lunch’s
remains. Each day will include awesome hands on
experiments and take home items as well as snack, lunch
and game breaks. (Please bring your own lunch-Lunch
period is 12:00-12:30pm supervised by Mad Science).

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PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
   LACROSSE SQUIRTS                                                     T-BALL SQUIRTS - PARENT & ME
Ages 3 - 5                                                           Ages 2 & 3
Session 1: Sat, Apr. 13 - Jun. 15, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.                  Thu, Apr. 25 - Jun. 13, 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Session 2: Sat, Apr. 13 - Jun. 15, 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.                  Program Site: Rye Recreation Park
No Session: 4/20, 5/25                                               Fee: $129 resident; $154 non-resident
Program Site: Midland School Field                                   Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts is a fun and positive introduction
Fee: $129 resident; $154 non-resident                                to t-ball for young children with a helping hand from Mom
Squirts Lacrosse is the perfect introduction to the                  or Dad! With a parent participating by their side, kids will
nation’s fastest growing sport. Skills covered include stick         have fun learning the fundamental skills of t-ball through
familiarity, scooping, catching, shooting and more. Each             structured activities, fun based games, and scrimmages.
session is taught through structured activities, fun games,
and scrimmages designed to ensure learning and most                     STEVE’S SOCCER TOTS
importantly: fun, fun, fun!                                          Ages 3 & 4
                                                                     Tue, Apr. 2 - May 21, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
   MULTI SPORTS SQUIRTS                                              No session: 4/16
Ages 3 - 5                                                           Program Site: Rye Recreation Park
Session 1: Thu, Apr. 25 - Jun. 13, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.                 Fee: $155 resident; $180 non-resident
Session 2: Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 14, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.                 A fun-filled, soccer-based class for 3 & 4 year-old children.
Session 3: Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 14, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.                 This class will teach balance, coordination and gross motor
Session 4: Sat, Jun. 29 - Aug. 3, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.                 skills using agility exercises and soccer-related games and
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                    activities. The instructors are long-time Rye Youth Soccer
Fee Sessions 1 - 3: $129 resident; $154 non-resident                 coaches with years of experience with young soccer tots.
Fee Session 4: $105 resident; $130 non-resident
The Squirts Multi Sports program allows children to try a            LIL’ COOKS
variety of different sports throughout the season including          Ages 3 - 5
Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball, and Track & Field. All sports are          Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 7, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
taught in a safe and structured learning environment                 No session: 5/24
designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun,               Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
fun, fun!                                                            Fee: $160 resident; $185 non-resident
                                                                     The Lil’ Cooks program features an authentic “hands-on”
   SOCCER SQUIRTS - PARENT & ME                                      cooking experience. Children learn math, reading, and
Ages 2 & 3                                                           language skills that are also enhanced via measuring,
Session 1: Thu, Apr. 25 - Jun. 13, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.                counting and word/symbol recognition. Explore the
Session 2: Sat, Jun. 29 - Aug. 3, 8:30 - 9:15 a.m.                   cooking fun with Head Chef Mrs. Carra and Assistant Chef
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                    Mrs. Fierro. THIS IS A DROP-OFF CLASS!!!!!!! Parents are
Fee Session 1: $129 resident; $154 non-resident                      encouraged to join 5 minutes before class ends to enjoy
Fee Session 2: $105 resident; $130 non-resident                      their child’s treat.
Parent & Me Soccer Squirts is a fun and positive
introduction to soccer for young children with a helping             CRAFTASTIC
hand from Mom or Dad! With a parent participating by                 Ages 2 - 5
their side, kids will have fun learning the fundamental skills       Wed, Apr. 3 - Jun. 12, 12:45 - 1:30 p.m.
of soccer through structured activities, fun based games,            No session: 4/17
and scrimmages..                                                     Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
                                                                     Fee: $150 resident; $175 non-resident
   MULTI SPORTS SQUIRTS - PARENT & ME                                Each week they will explore a new medium, including
Ages 2 & 3                                                           ceramics, wood, recycled material, paint, paper and
Thu, Apr. 25 - Jun. 13, 9:45 - 10:30 a.m.                            more. This class helps children develop school readiness
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                    skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and listening skills,
Fee: $129 resident; $154 non-resident                                creativity and imagination. Taught by local artist Kathy
The Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts program allows                  Pasquale. This is a drop-off program.
children to try a variety of sports with a helping hand
from Mom or Dad! Ease your child into social situations
with support and confidence as you engage in fun sports
activities and games together.

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PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
   T-BALL SQUIRTS                                                RYE READS KINDERGARTEN READINESS
Ages 3 - 5                                                       Ages 4 - 6
Session 1: Sat, Apr. 13 - Jun. 15, 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.              Sat, Apr. 6 - Jun. 15, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Session 2: Sat, Apr. 13 - Jun. 15, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m.              No session: 4/13, 4/20, 5/25
Session 3: Thu, Apr. 25 - Jun. 13, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.              Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Session 4: Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 14, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.            Fee: $395 resident; $425 non-resident
Session 5: Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 14, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.              This Program will focus on foundational reading and
Session 6: Sat, Jun. 29 - Aug. 3, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.              writing skills and number sense to better prepare your
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                child for Kindergarten. Students will master letter/sound
Fee Sessions 1-5: $129 resident; $154 non-resident               relationships, recognize word patterns, navigate beginner
Fee Session 6: $105 resident; $130 non-resident                  books, practice handwriting and develop number sense.
No Session dates for Session 1 & 2: 4/20, 5/25                   Sessions are social and instruction is project-based. Our
Open to both boys and girls, there’s no better                   students will also learn how to navigate a classroom and
introduction to the sports of baseball or softball! Skills       will enter Kindergarten better prepared to learn. Class size
covered include hitting, throwing, catching, base running,       is extremely limited. Classes are staffed by NYS Certified
fielding, and more. Each session is taught through               Early Childhood Instructors.
structured activities, fun games, and scrimmages designed
to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!

   REGISTER ON-LINE
    starting Tuesday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m.
      at www.ryeny.gov/government/
          recreation-department

                                                                  For information on Specialty Camps throughout
                                                                           the Summer see pages 13-15

                                                                                   Hours By Appointment
                                                                                      (914) 967-0707

                                                                      Allen F. Avrutin, D.D.S., F.A.G.D.
                                                                     Jerry L. Statman, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.
                                                                          Brian Wengrover, D.D.S.
                                                                              105-107 Theodore Fremd Avenue
                                                                                   Rye, New York 10580

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Youth Sports Leagues
                                                 Rye Recreation DOES NOT sponsor the following youth
                                                 programs: Travel or Intramural Soccer, Little League or
                                                 Babe Ruth, Rye Youth Lacrosse or Rye Girls Softball. Each
                                                 league has its own Board of Directors, volunteers, etc. Rye
                                                 Recreation acts as a liaison to each league, which includes
                                                 allocation of appropriate field space.
                                                 For specific information on the sport leagues contact:

                                                    Rye Youth Soccer                 Rye Girls Softball
                                                  President Nina McGinty             President Sarah Ball
                                                 Registration info 967-5273       RyeGirlsSoftball@gmail.com
South East Consortium is a not-for-profit
                                                   pattirys@optonline.net            Ryegirlssoftball.com
community-based organization dedicated to
                                                    Ryeyouthsoccer.org
providing therapeutic recreation programs                                           Rye Youth Lacrosse
and leisure-related services to children and          Rye Little League              President Jon Hess
adults with disabilities and special needs          President Mark Sullivan          johess@gmail.com
residing in Rye and other municipalities.      registration@ryelittleleague.com          Ryelax.org
                                                      Ryelittleleague.com
       For additional information:                                                        Rye Rugby
         South East Consortium                        Rye Babe Ruth                President Ryan Fitzpatrick
   740 W. Boston Post Road, Suite 316                President Joe Zulli          ryeyouthrugby@gmail.com
        Mamaroneck, NY 10543                     ryebaberuth@optonline.net              ryerugbyny.org
            (914) 698-5232                           Ryebaberuth.com
            www.secrec.org

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YOUTH PROGRAMS
BEGINNER GUITAR LESSONS                                             PARENT & ME PAINT WITH ME                           NEW
Grades 2 - 5                                                        Ages 5 and up
Thu, Apr. 11 - Jun. 13, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.                            Sat, May 18, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
No session: 4/18                                                    Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                             Fee: $20 per person
Fee: $185 resident; $210 non-resident, Guitar Rental: $40           See page 16 for more details
Students will learn popular songs as well as songs that
they will create. The goal is to provide the foundation             GET READY FOR WALL STREET                           NEW
for a solid musical education with emphasis on guitar               Grades 4 & 5
technique and performance.                                          Tue, Apr. 2 - May 28, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
                                                                    No session: 4/16
                                                                    Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
   F.A.S.T ATHLETICS YOUTH BASKETBALL
                                                                    Fee: $250 resident; $275 non-resident
Grades K & 1
  Mon, Apr. 29 - Jun. 10, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.                          This class will cover the concept of money and value,
  No session: 5/27                                                  operations of banks, economy, currency, savings,
Grades 2 & 3                                                        budgeting and end with a sneak peek to stock market
  Tue, Apr. 30 - Jun. 4, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.                           working. The concepts are taught using art and craft,
Grades 2 - 4 Girls ONLY                                             games, puzzles for a fun-filled learning experience. Also,
  Thu, May 2 - Jun. 6, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.                             learn to track the stocks and compare it with one stock
Program Site: Midland School                                        market index.
Fee: $125 resident; $150 non-resident
This program will help increase the student’s confidence               ARCHERY
in passing, shooting, and dribbling so when it’s time               Grade 3 - Adult
to make that game winning shot they are ready!                      Session 1: Thu, Apr. 4 - Jun. 6, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Students will also learn the proper techniques of playing           Session 2: Fri, Apr. 5 - Jun. 7, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m
defense, rebounding and boxing out. Besides playing                 No session: 4/18, 4/19, 5/9, 5/10
fun noncompetitive scrimmages, the students will also               Program Site: Rye Recreation Park, Upper Picnic Shelter
play games such as knock out, dribbling relay races, hot            Fee: $100 resident; $125 non-resident
hands, and many more.                                               Join certified archery instructor, John Wilde, for an
                                                                    exciting 8-week archery program! This is a family friendly
   GOLF ENRICHMENT                                                  activity, and parents are welcome to register.
Grades K - 5
Fri, Apr. 26 - Jun. 14, 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.                               WRESTLING CLINIC
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                   Tue, Apr. 23 - Jun. 11
Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident                               Grades 1 - 4, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
TGA Premier Junior Golf teaches swing fundamentals, rules           Grades 5 - 8, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
and golf etiquette while using technologically advanced,            Program Site: Rye High School Wrestling Room
safe training golf balls along with junior clubs. All is done       Fee: $150 resident; $175 non-resident
in a fun atmosphere while creating a realistic golfing              Join Rye High School’s wrestling coaches for an
experience. Equipment is provided and all skill levels are          educational clinic! Participants will learn all the basics
welcome.                                                            of the sport. Each night we will focus on safe technique,
                                                                    proper terminology and fun.
MENTAL MATH TECHNIQUES - Beginner
Grades 4 - 5                                                                                                           NEW
Wed, Apr. 3 - May 29, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.                                 SENIOR LACROSSE SQUIRTS
No session: 4/17                                                    Ages 5 - 7
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                             Sat, Apr. 13 - Jun. 15, 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $225 resident; $250 non-resident                               No Session: 4/20, 5/25
Learn to do complex multiplication, division and other              Program Site: Midland School Field
mathematical operations mentally or in very-very few                Fee: $129 resident; $154 non-resident
steps. Math becomes fun and simpler than traditional                Senior Squirts Lacrosse is the perfect program for players
methods. Very useful for NY State testing and for other             graduating from Squirts Lacrosse or for children looking
math competitions.                                                  for their first ever lacrosse experience. Each session will
                                                                    focus on developing a particular skill including scooping,
                                                                    throwing & catching, shooting, cradling, dodging, and
                                                                    more.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS
SUPER CRAFTS                                                        LEARNING TO READ AND WRITE CURSIVE
Grades 3 - 5                                                        Grades 3 - 8                                         NEW
Mon, Apr. 1 - June 10, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.                             Fri, Mar. 29 - May 10, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
No Session: 4/15, 4/22, 5/27                                        No session: 4/19
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                             Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Fee: $125 resident; $150 non-resident                               Fee: $125 residents; $150 non-resident
Let your young artist use their imagination as they explore         Learning cursive writing is a skill that will last a lifetime.
great craft projects and learn a variety of techniques.             It’s a guarantee students will be confident signing a check,
Wood, paint, paper mache sculptures, trompe l’oeil                  a contract or an autograph! It’s faster than manuscript,
mosaics and more. Real projects they will be proud to               helps develop motor skills and reinforces learning.
display and use. Please wear a smock or old clothes.                Without being able to read cursive writing, students will
Taught by local artist Kathy Pasquale.                              be unable to read historical documents or letters from
                                                                    their grandparents. At the very least, learning cursive
   SUPER SPORTS                                                     writing reinforces the mantra that learning something new
                                                                    should be done simply for the joy of mastering a new skill.
Grades K - 3
Wed, Apr. 24 - Jun. 12, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Program Site: Midland School Gym                                    RHODES PIANO LAB
Fee: $110 resident; $135 non-resident                               Ages 5 - 9
Get up, get going, get active F.A.S.T. Athletics will offer         Level 1: Fri, Apr. 5 - Jun. 21, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m.
a variety of sports each week such as: Soccer, Mat Ball,            Ages 6 - 11
Basketball, Gageball, Capture the Flag, Dodgeball, and              Level 2: Fri, Apr. 5 - Jun. 21, 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Kickball. Programs will include warm-up games as well as            No session: 4/19, 5/24
learning basic skills of each sport. Each class will end with       Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
a high energy game with the sport played that day.                  Fee: $350 resident; $375 non-resident
                                                                    Rhodes students learn the piano and music theory in a
   GARNET NATION CHEERLEADING CLINIC                                fun, engaging, rigorous approach. Through individualized,
Grades K - 2                                                        group instruction, games and popular tunes, kids discover
   Mon, Mar. 25 - May 20, 3:30 - 4: 30 p.m.
                                                     NEW            the piano and the joy of making music! Topics covered:
   No session: 4/15                                                 Right hand melody playing, Basic left chords, Note
Grades 3 - 5                                                        reading, Keyboard geography, 2 Hand playing, Rhythm
   Wed, Mar. 27 - May 29, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.                          training, Composition and reading the notes on the staff.
   No session: 4/10, 4/17                                           Everybody gets their own keyboard to use in class.
Grades 6 -8
   Mon, Mar. 25 - May 20, 4:30 - 5: 30 p.m.                            RYE ORGINALS SKATEBOARD SCHOOL
   No session: 4/15
                                                                    Ages 6 - 16
It’s time to show your Garnet pride! Participants will have         Session 1: Tue, Mar. 26 - Apr. 23
a great time learning the fundamentals and techniques               Session 2: Tue, May 7 - May 28
of cheerleading. The program will focus on traditional              Session 3: Tue, Jun. 11 - Jul. 2
cheerleading skills such as motions, jumps and dance.               Times/Level: Beginner/Intermediate- 4:00-5:00 p.m.;
Participants will learn Rye favorite sideline cheers and            Intermediate/Advanced: 5:00-6:00 p.m.
dances while incorporating team building activities.                Program Site: Rye Recreation Skate Park
                                                                    Fee: $128 resident; $153 non-resident
   UNSTOPPABLES                                      NEW            Providing a positive experience that delivers on both,
Ages 9 - 15                                                         skateboarding “know how” and the technical skill of
Mon, Apr. 1 - May 20, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.                              this Olympic sport is central to the coaching focus. Our
No session: 5/15, 5/22                                              parent-driven instructional format places parent feedback
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park Basketball Courts                 at the helm. We will challenge students to attempt great
Fee: $192 resident; $217 non-resident                               feats of bravery within a safe environment. Helmets, elbow
Coach Bill supports and gently guides students with                 pads, knee pads, wrist pads and waiver required.
special needs to tone mind and body from the inside out
through the practice of pilates and basketball. The class
focus is on using both activities as a way of creating and
valuing the concept of community and the process of
creating and sustaining relationships.

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Rye Recreation Spring / Summer 2019 - Rye, NY
TEEN AND TWEEN HAPPENINGS
                                             RYE READS ROAD SCHOLARS

REGISTER ON-LINE
                                             Grades 5 - 8
                                             Thu, Mar 28 - May 9, 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.
                                             No session: 4/18
 at www.ryeny.gov/government/                Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
     recreation-department                   Fee: $250 resident; $275 non-resident
                                             Optional Educational Day Trip to Washington -
                                                      April 13 Bonus: Cherry Blossom Festival!
                                             Optional Educational Day Trip to Washington: $300t
                                             For 6 weeks, students will be immersed in reading,
                                             discussing and debating some of the USA’s most
                                             relevant historical documents including the Declaration
                                             of Independence, Bill of Rights, Gettysburg Address,
                                             Emancipation Proclamation. By reading these documents,
                                             students will learn how to read and interpret historical
                                             documents and be better prepared for Social Studies
                                             and History AP classes. The program culminates with an
                                             escorted, educationally focused daytrip to Washington
                                             DC to view actual historical documents at the National
                                             Archives. The program supports Common Core Standards
                                             in Reading, Writing and Social Studies for grades 5-8

Celebrating our 43rd season

Offering modern dance classes for 4
   year olds through 12th grade.
For more information contact Kyle at
 (914) 921-2331 or visit our website
www.ryeschoolofdance.com

                                               Richard Schectman, D.D.S., M.D.S.
                                                  Rye Family Orthodontics

                                                         105-107 Theodore Fremd Avenue
109 MAPLE AVENUE • RYE, NEW YORK 10580
                                                              Rye, New York 10580
     (914) 967-8051 FAX (914) 967-1189
                                                              Hours by Appointment
                                                                 (914) 967-7648

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TEEN AND TWEEN HAPPENINGS
BABYSITTERS’ TRAINING                                               LASER TAG
Ages 11 - 15                                                     Grades 6 - 8
Sat, May 11 & Sat, May 18, 9:00 - 1:15 p.m.                      Fri, May 10
Must attend both dates                                           Session 1: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: 1 week before session starts              Session 2: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                          Program Site: Rye Recreation Park - Multipurpose Court
Fee: $100 resident or non-resident                               Fee: $25 resident; $30 non-resident
Learn about basic child care and basic first aid. This           Extreme action, fun and excitement in a laser skirmish
program will help participants develop leadership skills,        adventure. Space is limited and preregistration is required.
learn how to develop a babysitting business, and keep            NO DROP-INS.
themselves and others safe. Fee includes manual and
certification card.                                              EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SKILLS for Middle School
                                                                 Grades 5 - 8
   WRESTLING CLINIC                                              Fri, Mar. 29 - May 10, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Tue, Apr. 23 - Jun. 11                                           No session: 4/19
Grades 1 - 4, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.                                   Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Grades 5 - 8, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.                                   Fee: $325 residents; $350 non-resident
Program Site: Rye High School Wrestling Room                     Learn strategies that are effective, efficient and apply
Fee: $150 resident; $175 non-resident                            across content areas. Executive function and self-
Join Rye High School’s wrestling coaches for an                  regulation skills are the mental processes that enable us to
educational clinic! Participants will learn all the basics       plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle
of the sport. Each night we will focus on safe technique,        multiple tasks successfully. Every child is born with the
proper terminology and fun.                                      potential to develop these essential life skills! Experienced,
                                                                 NYS Certified instructors from Rye Reads will teach the
   GOLF ENRICHMENT           For description see page 6          most critical learning, organizing, and communication
                                                                 skills needed to be successful in school. Class size is
   ARCHERY       For description see page 6                      extremely limited.

   RYE ORIGINALS SKATEBOARD LESSONS                   For        MONEY SMART FOR YOUNG PEOPLE                         NEW
description see page 7                                           Grades 9 - 12
                                                                 Fri, Mar. 29 - May 10, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
MENTAL MATH TECHNIQUES - Advanced                                No session: 4/19
Grades 6 - 8                                                     Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Wed, Apr. 3 - May 29, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.                           Fee: $250 residents; $275 non-resident
No session: 4/17                                                 Making the most of your money starts with five building
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                          blocks for managing and growing your money. In this
Fee: $250 resident; $275 non-resident                            engaging course designed specifically for high school
Learn to do complex mathematical operations in very              students, the five principles - EARN, SAVE AND INVEST,
few steps or mentally, saving time. No need to memorize          PROTECT, SPEND and BORROW will be explored. At the
tables, squares or cubes of numbers. Very useful for             end of the course, students will understand each of the
NY State testing and competitions like Math Counts,              five principles and learn how to use them as them make
Olympiad etc.                                                    day-to-day decisions and plan their financial goals.
                                                   NEW
OFF TO WALL STREET!                                              LEARNING TO READ AND WRITE CURSIVE
Grades 6 - 8                                                     For description see page 7
Tue, Apr. 2 - May 28, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
No session: 4/16
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                          GARNET NATION CHEERLEADING CLINIC
Fee: $275 resident; $300 non-resident                            For description see page 7
This class will cover the concept of money and value,
banking, economy, currency, savings, types of investments
and stock market working. The students will be trained
to follow financial news and reports. There will be one
activity dedicated to portfolio management.

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FACILITY RENTALS
Outside or Inside, We have just what you are looking for!
Birthday Party, Wedding /Baby Shower,
   Graduation Party or just a Party Party.
 FOR INFORMATION ON SECURING A RENTAL,
      please email: recreation@ryeny.gov
Our multi-purpose room, on the main floor, holds up to
80 people with tables and chairs. You can
have a fabulous children’s party with plenty
of room for them to move around freely to
enjoy the party.
Another option is our spacious, bright, multi-
purpose room, located on the lower level,
which seats 130 people. It offers you a grand
space with a beautiful view of the park, and
the ideal spot for that special function.

Picnics
Picnic grounds are available from May through September.
Picnic facilities can accommodate 20-150 people. A $100
deposit is required when you reserve your date. Softball
fields may be secured on select days for an additional fee.

Meeting Rooms
Rooms at the Damiano Recreation Center are available
for rent on weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis. All facility
rentals include the set-up of tables and chairs, trash
receptacles and custodial services.

       SKATE                                                                 Please Respect
                                         U

                                                                             Your Property:

       PARK                                                            Parks belong to you the resident! It’s just
                                                                     like your very own back yard. Please take a
                                                                      moment to teach your children respect for

      PARTIES
                                                                       public property. Remind them to pick-up
                                                                    after themselves, use trash containers and to
                                                                    leave trees and flowers alone for all to enjoy!

The Skatepark at Rye Recreation Park is
the perfect place for your child’s next
birthday party. We encourage you to
book your party for up to 12 kids.
Fee is based on a 11/2 -hour party and
includes space for up to 30 minutes
for refreshments.
Fee: $165/residents; $210/non-residents.
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YOUTH & ADULT GROUP TENNIS LESSONS
Registration is limited to one (1) class per person. You may only register for members of your own household.
Permits are not required for group lessons. Classes will be extended in the event of rain cancellations. Non-
resident registration will be accepted starting March 19 as space permits. The fee is $25 additional.
Instructor: Margaret DeFilippo
Lesson Dates: Classes begin the week of April 23 and run for 6 weeks. No classes 5/27.
Lesson Location: Rye Recreation Park- Court #1 (Court closest to the Rye Arts Center)

Tennis Tots Grade K                        Grades 3 - 4                              Grades 5 - 6
1/2-Hour Classes; Fee: $69                 1-Hour Classes; Fee: $138                 1-Hour Classes; Fee: $138
Thursday         3:30 p.m.                 Monday           4:30 p.m.                Tuesday          4:30 p.m.
Thursday         4:00 p.m.                 Monday           5:30 p.m.                Thursday         5:30 p.m.
                                           Wednesday        5:30 p.m.
                                           Thursday         4:30 p.m.                Grades 7 - 8
Grades 1 - 2                                                                         1-Hour Class; Fee: $138
1-Hour Classes; Fee: $138                                                            Tuesday          5:30 p.m.
Monday           3:30 p.m.
Tuesday          3:30 p.m.                                                           Grades 5 - 8 INTERMEDIATE
Wednesday        3:30 p.m.                                                           1-Hour Class; Fee: $138
Wednesday        4:30 p.m.                                                           Wednesday        6:30 p.m.

Adult Beginner                             Adult Beginner II                         Adult Intermediate
1-Hour Classes                             1-Hour Classes                            1.5-Hour Classes
Fee: $150 Adults;                          Fee: $150 Adults;                         Fee: $225 Adults;
$138 HS students & Adults over 60          $138 HS students & Adults over 60         $207 HS students & Adults over 60
Monday                 6:30 p.m.           Monday                   9:30 a.m.        Monday              10:30 a.m.
Tuesday                9:30 a.m.           Wednesday                9:30 a.m.        Monday               7:30 p.m.
Tuesday                6:30 p.m.           Wednesday                7:30 p.m.        Tuesday             10:30 a.m.
Thursday               9:30 a.m.           Thursday                 6:30 p.m.        Tuesday              7:30 p.m.
Friday		               9:30 a.m.           Friday		                10:30 a.m.        Wednesday           10:30 a.m.
                                                                                     Thursday            10:30 a.m.
                                                                                     Thursday             7:30 p.m.
In case of rain...
ADULT LESSONS - The instructor will call you directly to let                      ADULT & YOUTH GROUP
you know if a lesson is cancelled via the phone number you                       SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS
provide when you register.
Youth Lessons - Call our rain out hotline at                       Instructor: Margaret DeFilippo
914-967-3077 about 25 minutes before your lesson and               Lesson Dates: Classes begin the week of July 9 and run
listen to the recording to see if your lesson is cancelled.        for 6 weeks.
Adult Lesson Levels:                                               Lesson Location: Rye Recreation Park- Court #1
Beginner- This player is just starting to play tennis.             Registration Opens On-Line:
Beginner II- This player has limited playing experience and        Resident: June 4; Non-Resident: June 11 at 10:00am
is still working keeping the ball in play.
Intermediate- This player can keep the ball in play and can        Summer lesson schedule and fees available on-line at
keep score.                                                        www.ryeny.gov/government/recreation-department

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TENNIS
COURT RESERVATIONS                                 TENNIS PERMITS
Courts may be reserved starting at 7:30 AM         Junior Resident (Grades 1-12) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $70
for play later on the same day. Reservations       Adult Resident (Ages 19-59).  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $120
must be made in person by signing up on the        Senior Resident (Ages 60+). .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $80
sheet posted at the courts. Players must wait      Non-Resident or
2 hours before signing up for another time,        Summer Resident (per permit holder). .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $240
unless there is an empty court available.
                                                   Non-Resident Senior (Ages 60+). . . . . . . . . . . . . $160
                                                   DAILY FEES (non-permit holders)
TENNIS RULES                                       Senior (60+) and 18 & under.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $8.00
• All players must have a valid membership         Adults .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . $13.00
   or pay the daily fee. Please have your ID
   handy to show the attendant.                        The ideal place to enjoy tennis
• Players should sign in on the posted sign        Recreation Park - 281 Midland Avenue:
   in sheets; 60 minute time limit per court if       4 all-weather & 4 Har Tru Courts; 6 lighted
   another member is waiting to play.                 courts, tennis backboard, restroom facilities and
• Players using Har-Tru courts must                   adjacent playground.
   sweep and clean court lines after use.             Courts open daily at 7:30 a.m. Night play
• Shirts must be worn at all times.                   (M-Th) early May to mid-October, weather
                                                      permitting, until 9:30 p.m.
• Smooth sole shoes only. No black sole
                                                      Night play is included in your permit fee.
   sneakers on hard courts.
                                                   Disbrow Park - Oakland Beach Avenue:
• Rye Recreation lessons take place on court
   #1 at Rye Recreation Park and have priority        4 all-weather Courts.
   on the court. You may be asked to relocate         Courts open daily at 7:30 a.m.
   if there is a scheduled lesson.                  Tennis permits or daily guest fee are required
• Tennis Ball Machines may only be used on                      beginning April 15, 2019
   court #2 at Rye Rec Park and court #4 at
   Disbrow Park. Maximum of 6 balls at a time
   on all other courts.
• No Alcoholic Beverages, Pets, Roller Blades,
  Scooters or Bicycles are allowed on any
  courts.                                                                                                     914-934-0001
• Courts are for tennis only, NO other games                      Athletic
                                                                                                                               Open 7 Days
                                                                                                                          Convenient Parking
   or activities.                                           Footwear and Apparel                                  Rye Ridge Shopping Center
                                                            Women • Men • Kids                                                Rye Brook, NY
• Har-Tru courts may be closed at ANY time                                                                       www.sportechryebrook.com
   for maintenance work. Staff typically
   performs maintenance on weekdays
   between 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
                                                           REGISTER ON-LINE
   ONLY RYE RECREATION SPONSORED                              starting Tuesday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m.
LESSONS ALLOWED. NO PRIVATE LESSONS
       PERMITTED AT ANY TIME.                                    at www.ryeny.gov/government/
                                                                     recreation-department
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SPECIALTY CAMP PROGRAMS
BRICK KIDS FUN WITH LEGO™ CAMP                                         LACROSSE SQUIRTS CAMP
Ages K - 5 (as of Sept. 2019)                                      Ages 3 - 5
Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                         Mon - Thu, Aug. 26 - 29, 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                            Rain date: Friday, Aug. 30
Fee: $200 resident; $220 non-resident                              Program site: Rye Recreation Park
BRICK BIO KIDS! Build the natural world with BRICK KIDS.           Fee: $89 Resident; $114 non-resident
Create fish and coral for the Great Barrier Reef, help build       Players will learn how to cradle, shoot, catch, and scoop.
a BIG lion and a giraffe. Build new born baby sea turtles          Each day will end with fun small-sided games.
racing for the ocean. Create dinosaurs! Plus lots of free
play fun. Learn about the natural world while building with
LEGOtm bricks! Parents, bring your cameras! Each day will          AMAZING MAGICIANS CAMP
be amazing!                                                        Grades K - 2 (as of Sept. 2019)
                                                                       Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
AIRPLANE SPECIALIST CAMP                                           Grades 3 - 5 (as of Sept. 2019)
                                                                       Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades K - 2 (as of Sept. 2019)                                    Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
    Mon - Fri, Aug. 26 - 30, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                     Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident
Grades 3 - 5 (as of Sept. 2019)
    Mon - Fri, Aug. 26 - 30, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.                     Do you love Magic? Have you ever wanted to learn how
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                            it’s done? This is your big chance! Learn how magicians
Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident                              perform jaw-dropping tricks and keep their audiences
                                                                   guessing! Thrill them even more, when you learn street
Would you love to build your very own model airplane, and          magic tricks that will baffle everyone. Learn important
then actually fly it? The science of flying is made simple and     performance and story-telling skills, and then, share your
enjoyable when you attend this camp and become a Hobby             new skills with friends and family, in a real magic show!
Quest Airplane - Specialist. In this STEM workshop, you will       Keep all your tricks for even more fun at home!
build and actually fly our all-new, high-soaring models. How
far will yours go? How high will it climb? Why does it fly?
Spring is the perfect time for even more flying fun-and you’ll         RYE ORIGINALS RAMP CAMP
learn a great deal too! Attention: Airplane - Specialists- your    Ages 6 - 16
new flight plan is confirmed!                                      Mon - Thu, Aug. 12 - 15, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
                                                                   Rain date: Friday Aug. 16
JR. MASTER MACHINES                                                Program site: Rye Recreation Park
                                                    NEW            Fee: $256 Resident; $281 non-resident
Grades K - 2 (as of Sept. 2019)
Mon - Fri, Aug 12 - 16, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.                          This Skateboard Camp focuses on developing 21st century
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                            life skills, including executive function and grit through
Fee: $270 resident; $295 non-resident (inclds $40 supply fee)      skateboarding. Providing a positive experience that delivers
                                                                   on both, skateboarding “know how” and the technical skill
The Junior Mechanical Engineering classes introduce our            of this Olympic sport is central to the coaching focus. Our
youngest engineers to fundamental concepts of energy,              parent-driven instructional format places parent feedback at
materials, and movement. Through open and focused                  the helm. We will challenge students to attempt great feats
exploration, students explore and construct their own roller       of bravery within a safe environment. Helmets, elbow pads,
coasters, catapults, cars, and more.                               knee pads, wrist pads and waiver required.

LEGO WEDO ROBOTICS                                  NEW                TENNIS CAMP                                     NEW
Grades K - 2 (as of Sept. 2019)                                    Grades K - 3
Mon - Fri, Aug 12 - 16, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.                           Mon - Thu, Aug. 19 - 22, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                            Rain date: Aug. 23
Fee: $270 resident; $295 non-resident (inclds $40 supply fee)      Program Site: Rye Recreation Tennis Courts
This class is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using         Fee: $179 resident; $204 non-resident
LEGO WeDo Robots. Using LEGO bricks, students build a              Players receive tennis instruction at a level that will both
dancing bird, a smart spinner and a drumming monkey.               challenge them and ensure they have a fantastic experience
They also learn how to program and operate their creations         at camp. Our professional, qualified coaches will cover
using a laptop computer.                                           different topics and themes each day including stroke
                                                                   technique, serving, court awareness, and rallying.,

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SPECIALTY CAMP PROGRAMS
   GOLF CAMP - TEE IT UP WITH TGA!                                 YHA TEAM ELEKTRA FOR GIRLS                           NEW
Grades K - 8, (as of Sept. 2019)                                   Grades 6 - 7 (as of Sept. 2019)
Mon - Wed, Aug. 12 - 14, 9:30 - 12:30 p.m.                         Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Program Site: Rye Recreation Park                                  Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
Fee: $200 resident; $225 non-resident                              Fee: $325 resident; $350 non-resident
Total Golf Adventures is bringing the golf course to you           A celebration of creative problem-solving and
in this 3 day camp! TGA Premier Junior Golf teaches                empowerment, YHA Team Elektra all-girls leadership
swing fundamentals, rules and golf etiquette while using           program explores how the combination of digital tools
technologically advanced, safe training golf balls along           and creative expression can make a difference in the local
with junior clubs. All is done in a fun atmosphere while           and global community. As a new design start-up, Team
creating a realistic golfing experience. Equipment is              Elektra members are tasked with raising awareness about
provided and all skill levels are welcome.                         the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Using
                                                                   cloud-based software, team members create websites with
   BASKETBALL SQUIRTS CAMP                                         informational graphics and videos that communicate to the
                                                                   world who we are and the positive change that we seek.
Ages 4 - 5                                                         Each day, the program addresses important themes relevant
Mon - Thu, Aug. 12 - 15, 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.                          to being a healthy adolescent, like identity, self-respect,
Rain date: Friday Aug. 16                                          and connectedness. Unleashing confidence and life skills in
Program site: Rye Recreation Park                                  a week full of creativity, design, color, and fun, YHA Team
Fee: $89 Resident; $114 non-resident                               Elektra prepares today’s generation of middle school girls
Squirts Basketball is designed to introduce your budding           to become inspirational leaders of tomorrow. For more
NBA star to the high energy game of basketball! Using              information, visit younghacks.com
proportionately sized basketballs, this program encourages
players to develop motor skills and basic techniques in
                                                                   MINECRAFT: TRAVELING INTO THE FUTURE
passing, dribbling and shooting.
                                                                   Grades 3 - 7 (as of Sept. 2019)                      NEW
                                                                   Mon - Fri, Aug 26 - 30, 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
   BASKETBALL CAMP                                                 Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
Grades K - 4 (as of Sept. 2019)                                    Fee: $270 resident; $295 non-resident
Mon - Thu, Aug. 12 - 15, 10:00 - 1:30 p.m.                         This open-world computer-based game camp will immerse
Rain date: Friday Aug. 16                                          students in the expansive universe of Minecraft as they
Program site: Rye Recreation Park                                  navigate through engineering challenges. Students will
Fee: $179 Resident; $204 non-resident                              experiment with designs and materials without the risks
Basketball Camp incorporates a wide range of skills                associated with building structures in reality. Students will
including dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning,               gather their own resources for tasks like building a shelter,
defense, and strategy. Players will work on developing             designing a bridge or even colonizing the moon. Fee
and refining their skills before participating in small-sided      includes $40 supply fee.
games where the coaches encourage good sportsmanship
and teamwork.
                                                                       MULTI-SPORT CAMP
                                                                   Grades K - 5 (as of Sept. 2019)
ENGINEER EXPLORERS                                  NEW            Session 1: Mon - Thu, Aug. 19 - 22, 9:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Grades 3 - 7 (as of Sept. 2019)                                    Session 2: Mon - Thu, Aug. 19 - 22, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Mon - Fri, Aug 26 - 30, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.                           Session 3: Mon - Thu, Aug. 19 - 22, 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                            Session 4: Mon - Thu, Aug. 26 - 29, 10:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Fee: $270 resident; $295 non-resident                              Rain date: Friday, Aug. 23 & Aug. 30
This camp is designed to introduce students to a variety of        Program site: Rye Recreation Park
engineering concepts through various hands-on activities.          Session 1 & 4 Fee: $179 resident; $204 non-resident
Students will participate in various challenges as they explore    Session 2 Fee: $139 resident; $164 non-resident
many different fields of engineering. Examples of activities:      Session 3 Fee: $209 resident; $234 non-resident
Wind Power Challenge (Environmental Engineering),                  Multi Sports Camp gives players the opportunity to
Power Boats (Marine Engineering), and Candy Catapults              experience a variety of sports throughout the program
(Mechanical Engineering). Fee includes $40 supply fee.             including soccer, basketball, flag football, cricket, handball,
                                                                   volleyball, and more! Players will work on developing
                                                                   their skills in each sport before participating in small
                                                                   tournament-style scrimmages.

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SPECIALTY CAMP PROGRAMS
   21st CENTURY BASEBALL CAMP                                         DANCE CAMP                                    NEW
Grades K - 7, (as of Sept. 2019)                                  Grades K - 2 (as of Sept. 2019)
Weeks of Aug. 12 and/or 19, 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.                      Mon - Fri, Aug. 12 - 16, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Program Site: Disbrow Park                                        Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
Register on-line at www.21CSonline.com                            Fee: $150 resident; $175 non-residentJoin Rye High
             Enjoy an outstanding summer baseball camp            Explore the Joy of Dance! Dance Camp will introduce
                experience with 21st Century Sports, The          your child to both modern dance and ballet vocabulary/
                     Future in Baseball Talent Development        disciplines. We will explore and create choreography
                      & Innovation! Campers benefit from          together. The week will conclude with a fun Friday
                      working with 21CS’ expert training          performance. Instructor, Cathy Cunningham, is a long
                staff and using tablets on the field to           time teacher at the Rye Presbyterian Nursery school and
             learn the game in a fun & unique way! See            for the Rye School of Dance. She holds Master’s degree
action photos of your child posted on Facebook & stay             in both Dance and Early Education.
in touch via their phone and e-blasts! Discounts available
for multi-week/child. To register or for more info visit          RYE READS KINDERGARTEN READINESS CAMP
www.21CSonline.com today!                                         Ages 4 - 6
                                                                  Session 1: Mon - Fri, Aug. 12 - 15, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
   RYE YOUTH SOCCER CAMP                                          Session 2: Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Grades K - 8, (as of Sept. 2019)                                  Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
                                                                  Fee: $295 resident; $320 non-resident
                                                                                                                      NEW
Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Program Site: Recreation Park                                     The Rye Reads Kindergarten Readiness Program will focus
Register on-line at www.ryeyouthsoccer.org                        on foundational reading and writing skills and number
Rye Youth Soccer summer camp will be led by Rich                  sense to better prepare your child for Kindergarten.
Savage, and several other nationally licensed coaches.            Students will master letter/sound relationships, recognize
Highlights of the camp include innovative and engaging            word patterns, navigate beginner books, practice
skills instruction, skills contests, nightly World Cup            handwriting and develop number sense. Sessions are
tournament play, and giveaways including t-shirts and             social and instruction is project-based. Our students will
other prizes. Space is limited.                                   also learn how to navigate a classroom and will enter
                                                                  Kindergarten better prepared to learn. The Program is
                                                                  open to all children entering Kindergarten in September,
FUN BEING ME! LITTLE LEADERS SUMMER                               including those who are currently in a preschool setting
PROGRAM                            NEW                            that has not exposed them to academic learning
Ages 5 - 12                                                       opportunities. Class size is extremely limited and will be
Mon - Fri, Aug. 26 - 30                                           filled on a first come basis. Classes are staffed by NYS
9:00 - 3:00 p.m. (early drop off and late pick available)         Certified Early Childhood Instructors.
Program Site: Rye Recreation McDonald Building
Fee: $550 (early registration and sibling discounts available)    RYE BOOK CLUB FOR KIDS - REQUIRED SUMMER
Register online at www.littleleadersclub.com
                                                                  READING CAMP                         NEW
Join us for a fabulous fun time making friends while
                                                                  Grades K - 5 (as of Sept. 2019)
celebrating each child’s unique traits, skills and interests:
                                                                  Session 1: Mon - Fri, Aug. 12 - 15, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Entertaining games and activities * Engaging projects
                                                                  Session 2: Mon - Fri, Aug. 19 - 23, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
including painting and slime making * Empowering kid
                                                                  Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
talks and story sharing * An escape room challenge *
                                                                  Fee: $150 resident; $175 non-resident
Collaborative, kid developed videos and skits highlighting
how to be an everyday superhero and make a difference             The Rye School District issues a list of books for required
in our communities. End of week performance and                   summer reading. Join us and we’ll make sure your child’s
party. To register or for more information visit www.             required summer reading is complete! We will select at
littleleadersclub.com                                             least one book from your child’s assigned summer reading
                                                                  list. We will read the book with your child and help him
                                                                  complete the required assignment. Your child will return
                                                                  to school more confident and better prepared for the new
                                                                  school year.

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ADULT ACTIVITIES
   ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES                                           ZUMBA
Free Agent Lists: Want to                                      Tuesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.
play softball but are not                                      Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center
currently on a team? Request                                   Fee: $12 Drop-in; Multi-class package available
to be placed on the Free Agent                                 Contact: Laura Centeno- laura.centeno.zumba@gmail.
List. The Free Agent List is                                   com, 646-957-5565. Zumba is a great exercise. Method
made available to all current                                  based on Latin and international dance styles and rhythms.
team managers. Anyone                                          Routines feature interval training sessions where fast and
interested in being put on the                                 slow rhythms are combined to tone and sculpt your body
list can contact                                               while burning fat. Please bring water.
Jaime Corradina at jcorradina@ryeny.gov
                                                                    CALLING ALL LADIES
   CORNHOLE LEAGUE                              NEW            •   Ladies’   Volleyball ~ Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages 18 and up                                                 •   Ladies’   Basketball ~ Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Season: End of June through August                             •   Ladies’   Volleyball ~ Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Day: one night a week-TBD                                      •   Ladies’   Basketball ~ Thursdays, 8:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Rye Recreation Park                                  •   Ladies’   Outdoor Soccer ~ Sundays, 8:00 - 9:15 a.m.
Teams of 2 to 6 players make up a team. Teams play two         All experience levels welcome & feel free to bring a friend!
matches per night. More information to come. To receive        Locations: Basketball & Volleyball: Sollazzo Center 270
more information regarding league please email Erin            Harrison Avenue (adjacent to the Harrison train station)
Mantz at emantz@ryeny.gov.                                     Soccer: Silver Lake Field in West Harrison, NY (just east of
                                                               White Plains)
PAINT WITH ME                                                  More Info Visit: http://thesportsgals.blogspot.com
Ladies Night: Thu, Apr. 11, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.                   To join Basketball or Volleyball: email Mary Emery at
Parent & Me: Sat, May 18, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.                     mpemery@verizon.net.
Pairs/Couple Night: Thu, May 16, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.              To join Soccer: email Ina Thonfeld: inathon@aol.com
Ladies Night: Thu, Jun. 20, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Program Site: Damiano Recreation Center                        ‘SPECIAL NEEDS’ PARENTS CLASS                       NEW
Fee: Ladies & Pairs Night- $30 per person ;                    Mon, Apr. 1 - May 20, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
     Parent & Me- $20 per person                               Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Paint With Me blends fun, friendship, food and drink while     No session: 5/15, 5/22
creating a beautiful piece of artwork. Light refreshments      Fee: $192 resident; $217 non-resident
within the first half an hour of the program following by      Do you have a child with a special need or talent? Get
painting instruction by Kathy Pasquale. You don’t have         strategies, ideas, and perspectives on how to effectively
to be an expert painter, Kathy will teach you step by step     best support your child or adult child, be it a mild
what you need to know. Space is limited, sign up today!        attentional issue, a behavioral concern, autism, or a
                                                               Developmental Disability. Seasoned Special Educator
   YOGA WITH SAMANTHA Yoga Food and Mood                       Coach Bill creates a Facebook-style forum for parents to
Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:15 a.m.                        share and listen on how to help your child be empowered,
Saturdays, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.                                    integrated into the community and also strengthen your
Fee: $22 Drop-in; Multi-class packages available               relationship with them.
Contact: Samantha Tollinchi by phone 917-992-2100 or
at samantha@yogafoodandmood.com or visit her website           WEIGHT LOSS GROUP                                   NEW
at www.yogafoodandmood.com. Please bring your own              Session 1: Tue, Mar. 26 - May 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
yogamat and props. All levels of ability are welcome           Session 2: Fri, Mar. 29 - May 10, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
                                                               No session: 4/9, 4/16, 4/19
   YOGA WITH COREY        ESA Yoga                             Program site: Damiano Recreation Center
Sundays, 9:00 - 10:15 a.m.                                     Fee: $300 resident; $325 non-resident
Fee: $20 Drop-in; Multi-class packages available               This weight loss group will provide nutritional guidance
Contact: Corey Esannason; corey@esyoga.com or visit            to gain control of one’s intake from both a dietary and
her website at www.esayoga.com. Please bring your own          behavioral perspective. Registered Dietitian, Danielle
yogamat and props. All levels of ability are welcome           Magnus shares her expertise in weight management, meal
                                                               plans, weekly weigh-ins, recipes, mindful eating and more.

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SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS
SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS                                          ARTS & CRAFTS
The Rye Senior Citizen program is open to all Rye residents    Mon, Apr. 1 - Jun. 10, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
aged 60 and over. Wednesday is the Senior meeting day          No session: 5/27
with weekly meetings at 1:00 p.m. and activities until         Fee: $10 members; $25 non-members
3:00 p.m. Activities that day include: bingo, card games,      Material fee: $15 each session payable to the instructor
ping pong and billiards.                                       This is an informal class that teaches you how much fun
Membership/Dues: Membership is open to residents of            it is to discover the natural and perhaps untapped artist
the City of Rye that are 60 years of age or older. Dues are    within each of us. Projects span from wood to ceramics
$15 per person per year, paid in September.                    and everything in between. Instruction for each project
Trips & special events: All trips and events are               is provided at all levels.
announced at the Wednesday Senior Membership
Meetings and require advanced registration along with              MONDAY STRENGTH & BALANCE
payment. Registration is done in person at the Rye             Mon, Apr. 1 - Jun. 10, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Recreation Department. Non-members can register                No session: 5/27
for most trips after they have been opened to the              Fee: $30 members; $45 non-members
membership. Stop in and see what is being offered!
                                                               This class combines strength, flexibility, and balance while
Classes (exercise, arts & crafts, etc.): Register in person    focusing on breathing and body alignment.
at the Rye Recreation Department on the day of the first
class you will attend; sign-up forms are available in the
office. You are welcome to try a class before signing up.
                                                               KNITTING NICHE
                                                               Mon, Apr. 1 - Jun. 10, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
                                                               No session: 5/27
                IMPORTANT DATES!                               Fee: FREE for members; $1 drop-in for non-members
May 29         Senior Health & Fitness Day                     Whether you are a novice or a pro, join us Thursdays at
                                                               noon. Come for fun, knitting tips and socializing, or learn
June 12        End of Year Picnic                              from scratch by an experienced knitter in the group.

P All Senior Programs meet at the Damiano                      EMPIRE CITY CASINO at Yonkers Raceway
Recreation Center, unless noted                                Mon, Apr. 29
                                                               Mon, May 20
                                                               Mon, Jun. 24
                SOME UPCOMING TRIPS!                           Fee: $5 member; $10 non-member
March 28        Botanical Garden Orchid Show                        Includes a $5 coupon for food and $5 coupon for play
April 23        Culinary Arts Café at WCC                      Join us and try your luck at the casino! All dates subject to
April 25        Groovin Easy at High Point Banquet Center      change.
September 17 Come Fly with Me at Aqua Turf Club
                                                               MONDAY TEAS
October 15      Oktoberfest at Kruckers
                                                               Mon, Apr. 1, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
November 13      Broadway Show- Ain’t Too Proud                Mon, May 6, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
                                                               Mon, Jun. 3, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
                                                               Fee: $1 each date members only, pre-registration necessary
                                                               Join us once each month for tea, refreshments, and great
                                                               conversation.

            Senior Program                                         TUESDAY EXERCISE with Tiffany

              Registration                                     Tue, Apr. 2 - Jun. 11, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
                                                               Fee: $11 members; non-members inquire at registration desk
            walk-ins only beginning April 1                    Class pace is brisk, but manageable. Class includes warm
                                                               ups, stretching, aerobics, strength training and a cool
                                                               down. We request that you receive approval from your
           NOT JUST FOR SENIORS                                physician to participate in this program.

P          Adults welcome at many senior programs
           Contact Rye Recreation for details

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