RECREATION PASSES

Most recreation programs require a Rec. photo pass for participation. It is used to offer programs at reduced charges or free of charge, to control participation by non-residents, and to give us access to emergency information. Passes can be purchased Monday through Friday, 1:00pm-4:00pm, at the Recreation Office and at special hours during program registrations. A valid driver’s license, or similar form of identification is required. Children will not be given a pass until a parent or guardian has completed the registration information.

 

This is the 1st year of our two-year pass system.

RESIDENT PASS FEES EFFECTIVE 1/1/10

Youth Pass Ages 5 - 17 $ 10.00 Valid until 4/1/2013

Adult Pass Ages 18 & Up $14.00 Valid until 4/1/2013

Replacement $1.00

NON-RESIDENT PASS FEES EFFECTIVE 1/1/11

Anyone age 5 and up is $12.00 Per Activity

 

SUMMER PROGRAMMING

 

RECREATION  PROGRAMS – SPORTS

 

 

 

RECREATION PROGRAMS – SPECIAL

 

 

 OVER 55  PROGRAMMING

 

SENIOR CENTER

   Anyone 55 years and older (not old, but older), is welcomed at the Tonawanda Senior Center located at 35 Main Street, Monday through Friday from 9:30am - 4pm.  We’ve been hard at work sprucing up the calendar and offering new activities to make it a more active center. 

      In addition to special events, regular programming includes:  card games, pirate bingo, billiards, yoga, Wii bowling, singing, crafts, ceramics, line dancing, ballroom dancing and more. 

  

TRAVEL CLUB

 

   Membership in the Travel Club is $5.00 and meetings are held monthly at the Senior Center.  A variety of day and overnight travel is offered.  Contact Ann Gray at 693-3757 for further information.

 

SENIOR “GOING PLACES” VAN

 

   If you are 60 years of age or older, can get in and out of a van under your own power, and occasionally need transportation, call the Recreation Department at 505-1172 for information on the van.  We take requests for transportation every Monday morning for appointments the rest of the week.  The cost is minimal, a donation of $1.00 each way for appointments in our City and $2.00 each way for Kenmore, Buffalo, Williamsville and Amherst appointments. 

   We work on a priority basis - doctor and hospital appointments first, then banking and grocery shopping.   It can be inconvenient at times, but if you need us, we will try to be there for you.

 

 

 

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

 

 

 

HAUNTED HARBOR

Saturday, October 22nd

 

   Most of Gateway Harbor, on both sides of the canal, will concentrate on not-very-haunted activities and trick or treating from 6-8pm.  But watch out, you never know who may show up.

  

FALL & WINTER PROGRAMMING

 

 

START SMART SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

   Start Smart Programs are for parent-child groups of boys or girls that meet once a week for six weeks.  They are designed to teach and improve basic  motor skills in a way that allows the parents to decide whether their children are ready for organized sports.  It’s great fun and quality time with your child!  Our classes filled up last year, so look for flyers in schools or call the Rec. Dept. at 695-8658.

 

 

Developmental         Ages 3 - 5       September

Football                      Ages 5 - 7       November

Basketball                  Ages 3 - 5       December

Baseball                     Ages 3 - 5       January

Soccer                        Ages 3 - 5       March

 

           

  The cost is $25 for each parent-child group and includes a youth  t-shirt and weekly surprises.

  

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Kohler Youth Center

 

   The Recreation Department offers an After-School Program that youth may be bused to, if they are eligible.  The primary focus is on homework assistance in a safe environment, but includes daily activities and snack.  Register early, as we have a waiting list every year.  The program is available from 3pm to 5:30pm for elementary school youth.   You must be a resident for this program.  The cost is $100 per semester (2 school semesters) and a valid rec. pass.  That’s a little over $1/day.

 

1/2 DAY & FULL DAY MINI CAMPS

Kohler Youth Center

 

   The Youth Center is open on Tonawanda school calendar elementary early dismissal days and     single, elementary school holidays with some      exceptions.  Hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm for full days, and noon to 5:30pm for 1/2 days.  The cost for the 1/2 days is $6 and $4 for each additional family member.  It includes lunch, activities and snack.  The cost for the full day camp is $9 and $7 for each additional family member.  Full day camps include breakfast, lunch, snack and activities.  Pre-registration is required.

 

INTRO TO ART PROGRAM

Kohler Youth Center

 

   Classes fill-up quick so call in September to reserve a spot.  The 3rd-5th grade program starts in October; the 1st & 2nd grade art class starts in February. 

 

NIGHT GYMS

Mullen School Gym

 

   Night gym for 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th graders will return in the fall.  Look for flyers in the schools.

 

 

SPECIAL ACTIVITY NIGHTS

Kohler Youth Center

 

   Special activities will be planned throughout the indoor season.  There will be holiday themed craft nights and activity nights for youth and families.  Look for flyers during the school year.