Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Supervisor Rose A. Sotak

Town Board Tom Augostini John Bernardo Frank Bertoni Robert Mack

Phone (607) 786-2970

Website www.townofunion.com

Park Manager Ray Vanderpoel

Recreation Directors Chris Hinkey Mike Tallon

Registration Begins: May 7*Financial Assistance is available to qualifying households for certain programs*

July 4th Extravaganza Tuesday, July 3 Pops in the Park

Binghamton Philharmonic 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 4

Save a Life CPR course

2:00 p.m., every 1/2 hour

Activities, entertainment and vendors beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Chicken Barbecue 12:00 p.m.-sold out

Future Faces parking lot

Fireworks 9:30 p.m.

Town of Union Parks & Recreation Department 3111 East Main Street, Endwell, NY 13760

2018 Summer Registration Flyer

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Summer Fun at Highland Park Summer Fun is an 7 week program designed for children ages 5-12 and will include a variety

of fun weekly themed activities. Activities may vary.

Week 1 July 2-July 6 Warmth of the Sun No Camp July 4 Enjoy the warmth of the sun and the feel of the water just like at the beach - Right at Highland Park! We’ll spend plenty of time in the pool!

Week 2 July 9-July 13 Let’s play a Game Join in on a life sized game of Hungry Hippo. Play Twister and all of your other family favorites!

Week 3 July 16-July 20 Olympics Go for the gold! Or Silver. Or Bronze. However you place, enjoy the physical activities that keep your body moving.

Week 4 July 23-July 27 Star Wars Grab your light saber and join in the fight against Darth Vader and the Storm Troopers. May the force be with you. (Limit 140 campers this week)

Week 5 July 30-August 3 Science is Knowledge Learn about the weather from a local meteorologist! Watch what happens when a volcano erupts!

Week 6 August 6-August 10 Every day’s a Holiday Enjoy a year’s worth of holidays all in one week! Visit with Santa and the Easter Bunny.

Week 7 August 13-August 17 Say it isn’t over Summer Celebration Join us for a talent show featuring you and your counselors. Eat popcorn and cotton candy at a Summer carnival!

There will be a fun field trip every week. Swim every afternoon! Themed Trivia & challenges every week!

The children will be grouped according to age and assigned to counselors who will oversee the various groups. If you plan to attend all day, a free lunch will be provided by the UE School District Summer Lunch Program. If you prefer, you can send a lunch and snack with your child. Supervision is provided during the lunch hour.

Week 1 9:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00-4:00 p.m. $55.00 Resident, $65.00 Non-Resident / child / week 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $100.00 Resident, $110.00 Non-Resident / child / week

Weeks 2-7 9:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00-4:00 p.m. $65.00 Resident, $75.00 Non-Resident / child / week 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $110.00 Resident, $120.00 Non-Resident / child / week

Early Drop Off 7:30-9:00 a.m. $15.00 / week / child (max. $45.00/wk) Late Pick Up 4:00-5:30 p.m. Covers both early and late

Breakfast will be provided for early campers and a snack will be provided for late campers.

If you choose to register for the entire 7 week program you will receive the first week free. The full non-refundable payment for the entire 7 week program must accompany your registration form and be received by June 1, 2018.

*SUMMER FUN RGISTRATION POLICY*

*If you are going to register one week at a time, we must receive the registration by the Monday one full weekprior to the week you plan to attend in order to participate. Registration will not be accepted after Monday.Registration will NOT be accepted without a registration form.*

There will be an open orientation on Monday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rec Center at Highland Park. This is a great opportunity to meet the Counselors and Camp Director. See first hand the fun that will be had by all!

Youth Tennis Lessons

Dates: Session I Tuesday-Saturday, July 23-July 28 Session II Monday-Friday, July 30-August 3 Ages & 5-8 years 8:00-8:45 a.m. Times: 9-14 years 9:00-10:00 a.m. Site: Tennis Courts, Lower Highland Park Fees: $50.00 Resident $60.00 Non-Resident Instruction by Tennis Professional Jorge Lopez. Mr. Lopez was the Assistant Coach for the Binghamton University Divisions 1 Womens Team.

Highland Park Story Time Dates: Thursdays, July 12-August 9 Ages: 2-5 years and their caregivers Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. Site: Highland Park Shelter 1 Hooper Rd., Endwell Fee: None

Junior Golf Lessons Dates: Saturdays, June 30, July 7, 14, & 21 Ages & Beginners, boys & girls 6-17 years Time: 12:00-1:00 p.m. Intermediate boys & girls 10-17 years 1:30-2:30 p.m. Site: Ely Park Golf Course 67 Ridge St., Binnghamton Fees: $50.00 Resident $60.00 Non-Resident Get your swing in shape for the golf season with lessons from AJ Majewski at Ely Park Golf Course, 67 Ridge St., Binghamton. The lessons will cover all aspects of the game including full swing, chipping, putting and rules and etiquette.

Junior Golf Camp

Dates: Monday-Thursday, July 9-12 Ages: 5-17 years, boys & girls Time : 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Site: Endwell Greens Golf Club Junior Course Fee: $60.00 Resident $70.00 Non-Resident Golf Pro Joe Mars at Endwell Greens, 3675 Sally Piper Rd., Endwell, will be instructing students on: Safety & Rules, Putting, Short Game, Irons, Driving, Etiquette and Course Management. If clubs are needed, please call Joe at 785-4653. The session will conclude with a Mini-Tournament.

Dance Camp

Dates: Monday-Friday, June 11-15 Ages: 5-10 years Time: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Site: Recreation Center at Highland Park Fees: $40.00 Resident $50.00 Non-Resident

In this camp, dancers will learn the basics of stretching, ballet, jazz and lyrical dance in a fun, safe environment. There will be a performance for parents at the end of the week.

Dance instruction will be given by Brooke and Paige Pow-ell. Paige has been dancing for 19 years, and Brooke for 17 years. They are both trained in tap, jazz, lyrical, con-temporary, ballet and hip-hop. They have been in competi-tive dance for more than 15 years.

Youth Volleyball Camps

Dates: Monday-Thursday, August 13-August 16 Site: Gymnasium at Highland Park Hooper Rd., Endwell Fee: $45.00 Resident $55.00 Non-Resident

Beginners Ages: 7-10 years (Entering 3-5 grades) Time: 6:00-7:15 p.m.

The Beginner’s Volleyball Camp will give new and interest-ed players an introduction to the exciting game of volleyball. Each session consists of learning the basic techniques in setting, passing, serving and positional play. This camp is strictly for learning and having fun playing volleyball.

Intermediate Ages: 11-13 years (Entering 6-8 grades) Time: 7:30-8:45 p.m.

This camp is designed for students who are planning to try out for a Modified team either this fall or next fall. A former JV / Modified coach will run the camp with the focus being on preparing students for tryouts. Each session consists of learning the basic techniques in setting, passing, serving and spiking. Additionally, campers will learn a basic offense and the importance of strong defense. each session will conclude with a short period of game play. Players should expect to work hard in this camp as it will run like a Modified practice.

Join Miss Erin from the GFJ Library! Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers will enjoy stories, music, activities, crafts and more! This program is free and open to the public.

We hope to see you there!

Fall Soccer League Dates: Saturdays, September 8-October 27

Ages Time 5-6 years, boys & girls 9:00-10:40 a.m. 7-8 years, boys & girls 11:00 a.m.-12:50 p.m. 9-12 years, boys & girls 9:00-11:15 a.m.

All games are played on a rotating time. Site: Struble Sports Facility Fee: $40.00 Resident

$50.00 Non-Resident (Be sure to indicate t-shirt size on registration form)

Our Co-ed Fall Soccer League is designed for beginner and intermediate players. No experience is necessary. The leagues cover both individual and team skills. All basic soccer skills, such as passing, dribbling, shooting and teamwork, are covered. Players will also learn about the game rules as well as focusing on good sportsmanship, learning and on HAVING FUN!

Session time is split 50-50 between skill building through drills and controlled games (no scores are kept).

We are looking for volunteer coaches to assist with this program. (See form below.)

Registration closes August 24.

Circle T-Shirt Size, Adult Sizes: SM(34-36) MED(38-40) LG(42-44) XL(46) XXL(48)

Volunteer Coaching Form

If you are interested n coaching, please fill out the form below and mail to the Parks & Recreation Department.

Sport interested in coaching email

Your Name Your Child’s Name

Your Address

Phone Home ( ) - Work ( ) -

Dates: Monday-Thursdays, July 23-July 26 Ages & 5-10 years 6:00-7:30 p.m. Times: 11-16 years 6:30-8:00 p.m. Site: Recreation Center, Highland Park

Hooper Rd., Endwell Fee: $40.00 Resident

$50.00 Non-Resident

Cheerleading Pre-Season at the Park!

Pre-Season at the Park is recommended for new and current cheerleaders. The focus of this cheerleading camp is to prepare athletes for their upcoming season or to spark new interest in the sport. Each session is de-signed to accommodate the ability level of every cheer-leader. The sessions include strength-cardio condition-ing, arm motion drills, jump drills, mat time (tumbling/stunting) and games! Please keep in mind the program will be closed to grown-ups and athletes MUST wear sneakers in order to participate.

For additional information, contact Alexis DeRitis by email at deritisalexis1@gmail.com

Upcoming Fall Programs

Fall Festival Children’s Pumpkin Carving

Bumper Bowling Instructional Bowling

Indoor Walking Little Hoopsters Co-Ed Recreational Basketball

Men’s Basketball Adult Volleyball

Upcoming Winter Programs

Father Daughter Ball Christmas in the Park

Bumper Bowling Instructional Bowling

Battle of the Kids Tennis Clinics Beginner Volleyball

Endwell League of Community Action

Concerts in the Park

Tuesdays, June 19 - August 21 Highland Park Shelter 1 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

June 19 Endwell Community Chorus

June 26 Katie Scott with Persuasion

July 3 No Concert

July 10 Southerntiersmen

July 17 Rick Pedro and Jeff Lake

July 24 Unison - Alex and Freddy Mendoza

July 31 Maine Community Band

August 7 Nino and Mark

August 14 Old Friends

August 21 Rich Wilson

Registration Policy

By signing the registration form, consent is given pursuant to Civil Rights Law 50 for the Town to photograph the participants and to use said photographs in promoting the Town.

Please Print

Participant Enclosed

Date of Birth / / Gender: Female Male

Parent/Guardian E-Mail

Address City State Zip

Phone Home ( ) Work ( ) Emergency ( )

Primary Guardian Signature Signature constitutes agreement to the Registration Policy terms and conditions

Make Check(s) or Money Order(s) payable to: T-Shirt Sizes: YS(6-8) YM(10-12)Town of Union Parks & Recreation, 3111 East Main St., Endwell, NY 13760 YL(14-16) AS(34-36) AM(38-40)

AL(42-44) AXL(46) AXXL(48)Registration - One Form per Applicant Resident Non-Resident

Program Dates Time Fee

Registrations will be accepted beginning May 7 either by mail or placed in the drop box. Registra-tion closes one (1) week prior to start date unless otherwise noted. Programs may close before the registration period ends due to high enrollment. A $30.00 late registration fee will be charged where applicable*.

Registration received prior to May 7 will not be processed until after the first day of registration. Town of Union residents have first priority in all

classes and activities. After resident forms are

processed, and if openings are available, non-resident forms will be processed. A surcharge will be added per person per activity for all non-residents. For adult team registrations, one half of members must be Town of Union residents.

Registrations will be processed in the following order: Day 1- mail, drop box, early registration.Succeeding days - mail, drop box. Non-Resident registrations will be processed after the first week. Registrations will be returned if not filled out completely with correct information or if payment is

insufficient or lacking. Registrations will not be accepted at a program site.

Refunds will be made only by written request twoweeks prior to the start of a program. Individual requests for placement on a specific team will not be honored. An individual must be the required age indicated in the flyer by the time the program begins.

Financial Assistance is available for some youth programs as part of our fee policy. For qualification requirements and complete information, call or stop by the main office. This applies to Town of Union residents only. Individuals with disabilities that require certain accommodations may contact the Parks & Recreation Office. There will be a $15.00 surcharge for returned checks.

Summer Registration May 7 Please Print

Participant Enclosed

Date of Birth / / Gender: Female Male

Parent/Guardian E-Mail

Address City State Zip

Phone Home ( ) Work ( ) Emergency ( )

Primary Guardian Signature Signature constitutes agreement to the Registration Policy terms and conditions

Make Check(s) or Money Order(s) payable to: T-Shirt Sizes: YS(6-8) YM(10-12)Town of Union Parks & Recreation, 3111 East Main St., Endwell, NY 13760 YL(14-16) AS(34-36) AM(38-40)

AL(42-44) AXL(46) AXXL(48)Registration - One Form per Applicant Resident Non-Resident

Program Dates Time Fee

Summer Registration May 7

SUMMER FUN VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

The Town of Union Parks & Recreation Department is looking for Teen Volunteers ages 15 and up for our Summer Fun program. You will be contacted for an interview.

Summer Fun is an seven week Summer Camp for children ages 5-12 years. Each week offers children the opportunity to play games, swim, play on the playground and do arts & crafts relating to a fun theme.

The program begins July 2 and runs through August 17, Monday-Friday, at Highland Park. There is a morning session from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., an afternoon session from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and a full day session from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

FULL NAME:

(Last) (First) (MI)

ADDRESS:

(Number & Street) (City & State) (Zip)

PHONE: DATE OF BIRTH:

PREVIOUS VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: (List and describe volunteer work, if any)

REFERENCES: Name Phone Number Relationship to you

1.

2.

SCHOOL YOU WILL BE ATTENDING IN THE FALL:

CHECK WEEK(S):

Week 1 (July 2-July 6 no 7/4) Week 2 (July 9-July 13) Week 3 (July 16-July 20)

Week 4 (July 23-July 27) Week 5 (July 30-August 3 Week 6 (August 6-August 10)

Week 7 (August 13-August 17)

CHECK TIME PREFERENCE: Using 1 as your first choice, 2 as your second.

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 1:000-4:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

RETURN THIS FORM TO:

Chris Hinkey Town of Union Parks & Recreation 3111 East Main St. Endwell, NY 13760

YMCA Swim Lessons 2018 Location: Highland Park aquatic facility, Hooper Road, Endwell, NY

Session Dates:Session 1: July 9-July 19

Session 2: July 23-August 3

Session 3: August 7-August 17 Swim Lesson Fees:

$55 per session per child

Lessons run Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks

Registration Options: mail form to YMCA of Broome County, 740 Main Street, Johnson City,NY 13790 with a check; online at www.ymcabroome.org; in person at either YMCA branch;on-site during the times of YMCA lessons; or call (607)770-9622 ext 401

Contact: Patty Scotto, pscotto@ymcabroome.org or (607)770-9622 ext 406

In case of thunderstorms the swimming area will close. Lessons will still take place withalternative activities for participants.

Parent/guardian must remain on-site duringswim lessons.

Swim Starters (Parent/Child: 6m-3y) A B 10:45-11:15am 11:30am-12:00pm 12:15-12:45pm Choosing A or B:

Can your child respond to verbal cues on jump on land? If yes than B is the right class, if no sign up for A.

Swim Basics If your child does not go underwater voluntarily, or cannot swim without a flotation device this is the best choice 10:00-10:30am 10:00-10:45am

10:45-11:15 am 11:00-11:30 am 12:00-12:45 pm 12:15-12:45pm

Swim Basics, 3-5yrs Swim Basics, 5-12yrs

Swim Basics, 3-5yrs Swim Basics, 5-12yrs Swim Basics, 5-12yrs Swim Basics, 3-5yrs

Specialty Swim Classes 9:45-10:30am 11:45-12:30 pm 11:00-11:45 am 10:00-11:00am

10:45-11:30am

Beginning Diving Beginning Diving Intro to Competitive Swim Advanced Competitive Clinic

Advanced Diving

Swim Strokes If your child will go underwater voluntarily and swims without flotation this is the best choice. 10:00-10:45am 11:00-11:45 am 12:00-12:45pm

Swim Strokes, 5-12yrs Swim Strokes, 5-12yrs Swim Strokes, 5-12yrs

Registration: (fill in this form and circle all classes above you are registering the child for at this time)

Sessions: 1 2 3

Name: ___________________________ Date of Birth: ___/___/___ Phone #: ______________

Parent’s Name: _________________________ Parent’s Date of Birth: __/___/____

Email: ___________________________ Address: _________________________

City: _____________State: ___________ Zip Code: ______________________

In consideration of your accepting this entry, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself and for my child, waive and release any and all rights, including use of photography, video, or audio, and claims for damages I may have against the YMCA of Broome County their representatives, successors, and assigns for any injuries suffered by me in the YMCA programs.

Participant or Parent/Guardian Signature if under 18 years of age:

_____________________________________________Date:___________________

The YMCA of Broome County is one of the area’s leading charitable 501(c)3 organizations. Our programs and services are open to all through our financial assistance program, made possible through the generosity of our members, do-nors and partners. To help us help others, make your tax-deductible donation at ww.ymcabroome.org.

Swimming Pools Highland Park

Opening Date: Saturday, May 26 Weekends Only through June 24 1:00-8:00 p.m. Daily: June 25-September 3 1:00-8:00 p.m. Adult Swim: 18 years and older Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:00-8:30 p.m.

West Endicott Park Opening Date: Saturday, May 26 Weekends Only through June 24 12:00-5:00 p.m., 6:00-8:00 p.m. Daily: June 25-September 3 12-00-5:00 p.m., 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Fees: Daily use, child, 5 yrs & younger - Free Resident / $1.00 Non-Resident Daily use, youth 6 - 17 yrs - $1.00 Resident / $2.00 Non-Resident Daily use, adult 18 yrs & older - $2.00 Resident / $4.00 Non-Resident Family Passes for Season: $75.00 Resident / $125.00 Non-Resident Individual Passes for Season: $35.00 Resident / $50.00 Non-Resident Passes may be purchased at the Parks Office

PROPER SWIM ATTIRE MUST BE

WORN

MANDATORY USE OF SWIM DIAPERS

MUST SHOW PROOF OF RESIDENCY

Carousels Locations

Highland Park West Endicott Park

Open May 26

Weekends 12:00 Noon-7:45 p.m. Weekdays 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Open June 25

Daily 12:00 Noon-7:45 p.m.

Closes September 3

Town of Union, IHeartRadio and Endwell Rotary Present

Pops in the Park Tuesday, July 3

7:30 p.m. Binghamton Philharmonic

July 4th Extravaganza 2018 *All times subject to change

“Save a Life” CPR Course 2:00 p.m., every 1/2 hr.

Arts & Crafts and Food Vendors 2:00-9:30 p.m.

Annual Chicken Barbecue 12:00-sold out sponsored by O.L. Davis Fire Company

Future Faces parking lot

Entertainment Maine Community Band 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Two Dollar Pistol 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Will Stafford Juggler Extraordinaire 3:00-6:00 p.m.

Gymnastics Demonstration 5:00 p.m. Boys & Girls Club

Highway Fruit Market 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Splash 8:00-9:30 p.m.

9:30 p.m. (Rain Date Thursday, July 5)

Synchronized music by MIX 103.3 beginning at 9:29 p.m.

Special THANKS to Union Volunteer Emergency Squad

and Endwell Fire Department