PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE 2023

 
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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE 2023
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
             2023
 WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE 2023
The City of Peekskill ~ Department of Parks & Recreation
                                1 Robin Drive, Peekskill, NY 10566
                            Phone: 914-734-7275 Fax: 914-734-4229
                          www.cityofpeekskill.com/parks-and-recreation

                TABLE OF CONTENTS                                    VIVIAN C. MCKENZIE, MAYOR
                                                                     PATRICIA RILEY, DEPUTY MAYOR
 Registration & Department Information………….  3
 Winter Basketball Programs………………………. 4                                       COMMON COUNCIL
 Youth Programs …..…….. ……………………….           5                   Dwight Douglas              Ramon Fernandez
 Winter Programs ….…….. ……………………….           6                   Brian Fassett               Robert Scott
                                                                               Kathleen Talbot
 Kiley Center Weekly Schedule ……………………. 7
 Kiley Center Youth Programs…….……………….. 8
                                                                                CITY MANAGER
 Swim Programs & Guidelines…………………… 9-10                                        Matthew Alexander
 Camp Programs…………………………………… 11
 Adult Programs ……….…………………………..            12
 Senior Citizen Programs…………………………… 13
 Boat Ramp Information…………………………….. 14
                                                                            RECREATION STAFF
 Park Rental Information……………………….…… 14
 Special Events ……………………………………… 14                                      CATHERINE MONTALDO
 Community Events & Services………………… 15-16                              Superintendent of Recreation
 Park Survey ……………………………………… 17-18
 Program Registration Forms……………………… 19                                Dana Dapson, Recreation Leader
 Parks Map and Amenities……………………… 20-21                                Dontae Harris, Recreation Leader
                                                                    Tracy Sheridan, Senior Office Assistant
                                                                      Julius Carrington, Recreation Aide

                                       PARK ADVISORY BOARD
 Lisa Bauer                                   Elizabeth Greene                              Annette Kirlew
 Marcela Bobe                                 Jeffrey M. Grimshaw                           Chapman Manzer
 Tanai Goldwire                               Marisol Jimenez                               Andy Torres

                                       Peekskill Park Advisory Board
Calling all Park Enthusiasts!!!

Are you a citizen of Peekskill who loves our parks and has a vision of how to make them even better? Please
consider applying to be a member of Peekskill’s Parks Advisory Board.

The Parks Advisory Board advises and makes recommendations to the City Manager regarding the improve-
ment, beautification, planning, promotion, and evaluation of the City’s parks & recreational facilities. The Parks
Advisory Board shall make recommendations to the Common Council regarding park improvement, beautifica-
tion, planning, promotion, and evaluation, which require additional funds beyond what is authorized in the ap-
proved City budget.

The Parks Advisory Board meets the third Tuesday of every month, 6:00 pm at the Recreation Office in Depew
Park.

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Legal City of Peekskill residents are defined as those who reside within the City Limits. Two (2) proofs of
residency will be required. An additional fee for non-residents will be charged for all programs and trips. In
all programs, preference for residents will be made.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
1. The Recreation Office in Depew Park is open from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm, Monday through Friday.
2. You may register by mail. Please include copies of residency proof and make checks payable to “City of Peek-
   skill”, unless otherwise stated. Send all information to: Department of Recreation, 1 Robin Drive, Peekskill, NY
   10566 or email to peekskillrec@cityofpeekskill.com.
3. Register online with Community Pass at www.cityofpeekskill.com/parks-and-recreation

FORMS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED
The City of Peekskill Recreation Department accepts cash, checks, money orders, Mastercard and Visa.

ENROLLMENT
For most programs to be conducted, a minimum enrollment must be reached. In addition, there is usually a
maximum enrollment based on the facility size and the instructor’s requirements. Therefore, registration is always on
a first come, first serve basis. We encourage early registration.

SCHOOL FACILITIES
The City of Peekskill wishes to express its appreciation to the Peekskill City School District for its continued
cooperation in allowing the Recreation Dept. use of the public school facilities for recreation programs.

INSURANCE
The City of Peekskill’s Department of Recreation cannot, and does not provide medical insurance for participants in
its programs.

TRIP POLICY
Sign up early. Trips may be canceled without sufficient registration.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Registrants will be notified via text and email through Community Pass. Classes will be made up at the end of the
session. WHEN SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED, RECREATION PROGRAMS WILL BE CANCELLED.

REFUND POLICY
● Refunds will NOT be given after a program begins.
● Refunds can be requested for medical reasons. They must be in writing and they must be accompanied by a
  physician’s note.
● Refunds can be requested if the participant is moving from the City.
● Refunds for personal reasons must be made in writing before the program ends. A $15.00 processing fee will be
  charged.

RETURN CHECK POLICY
There will be a $25.00 charge for returned checks.

WEBSITE
www.cityofpeekskill.com

SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
All Peekskill resident senior citizens are entitled to a 10% discount on all programs, and activities with the exception
of trips & programs not payable to the City of Peekskill.

PHOTOGRAPHS FOR BROCHURE
The City of Peekskill Recreation Department would like to express our sincere thanks to the Peekskill in Pictures
Facebook Page for the scenic photographs.

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WINTER BASKETBALL PROGRAMS

FUNDAMENTAL DEVELOPMENT TODDLER BASKETBALL
BOYS & GIRLS AGES 4 & 5
Instructor:                Allen Jenkins & Shannon David
Children will be introduced to the game of basketball by learning the basic
skills through drills and fun games.
Location:                  Kiley Center
Date:                      January 7th (7 weeks)
Day/Time:                  Saturdays, 9:00 am—10:00 am
Fee:                       $55.00

FUNDAMENTAL GRADE SCHOOL CLINIC —BOYS & GIRLS
GRADES 1 & 2 ● 31347
Instructor:       Allen Jenkins & Shannon David
Children will learn the basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting and defense
through drills and gameplay.

Location:        Kiley Center
Date:            January 7th (7 weeks)
Day:             Saturdays
Time:            10:15 am -11:15 am

Fee:             $55.00

ELEMENTARY RECREATION BASKETBALL LEAGUE – BOYS & GIRLS
GRADES 3, 4 & 5

Tryout Dates: Saturdays, December 3 & December 10
              Times TBD
Location:     Tryouts and Games at Kiley Center
Day/Times:    Games are on Saturdays beginning
              January 7th
Fee:          $70.00

MODIFIED RECREATION BASKETBALL LEAGUE - BOYS & GIRLS
GRADES 6, 7 & 8

Tryout Dates: Saturdays, December 3 & December 10
              Times TBD

Location:       Tryouts and Games at Kiley Center
Day/Times:      Games are on Saturdays beginning
                January 7th
Fee:            $70.00

                              *VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED*
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YOUTH PROGRAMS

 INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE ● #11381                       PEE WEE TENNIS ● #11327
                                                     Instructor:      Claude Easy
 Coordinator:    TBD                                 A unique introductory tennis program. This program will
 Location:       Kiley Youth Center Gymnasium        feature scaled down equipment and large foam balls,
 Dates:          Jan 8 – March 5                     appropriate for small hands and bodies.
 Day/Time:       Sundays, 9:00—11:00 AM              Location:        Depew Park Tennis Courts
                 Game Times TBD                      Dates:           April 22– June 10
 Fee:            $60.00                              Days/Time:       Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
 Eligibility:    Boys and Girls age 9 - 12           Eligibility:     Children ages 5 – 8
                                                     Fee:             $85.00

                                                     YOUTH TENNIS · #11325
                                                     Instructor:      Claude Easy
                                                     This is an introductory, instructional program designed to
                                                     teach basic skills of tennis. Enjoy learning and playing
                                                     tennis. Learn the right grips and improve your footwork
                                                     and swing. Learn to keep score and have fun playing
                                                     doubles. Students do not need to provide their own rac-
YOUTH SOCCER                                         quet.
                                                     Location:        Depew Park Tennis Courts
Coordinator:    Elijah Ritter                        Dates:           April 22– June 10
Location:       Depew Park Field                     Day/Time:        Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Dates:          April 23 - June 11                   Eligibility:     Children ages 9 – 13
Days/Times:     Sundays                              Fee:             $85.00
                Boys & Girls Ages 3 & 4   10:00 AM
                Boys & Girls Ages 5 & 6   11:00 AM

                Boys & Girls Ages 7- 9    12:00 PM
                Boys & Girls Ages 10-12    1:00 PM

Fee:    Residents $60.00 (Non-residents $85.00)

*GAME TIMES AND LOCATIONS TO BE
DETERMINED. THERE MAY BE SOME SATURDAY
GAMES.

                                                     TEEN TENNIS ● #11326
                                                     Instructor:    Claude Easy
                                                     Learn the game of tennis while having fun and getting in
                                                     shape.
                                                     Location:      Depew Park Tennis Courts
                                                     Dates:         April 22– June 10
                                                     Day/Time:      Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
                                                     Eligibility:   Ages 14-17
                                                     Fee:           $85.00

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WINTER PROGRAMS

MAPLE SUGARING WORKSHOP ● #11276

Participants will learn the step-by-step process of how tree sap becomes maple syrup. Learn how and why sap
flows, and how it can become a gallon of maple syrup. Participants will be encouraged to engage in this hands-
on presentation. Please wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the weather and working
outdoors.

Instructor:    John Neering
Location:      Maple Sugar Shack in Depew Park
Dates:         February 11, February 18 and February 25
Day/Time:      Saturdays      Session I: 9:00 am—10:30 am
                              Session II: 11:00 am—12:30 pm
Eligibility:   All ages (Children 10 years of age and younger must be
               accompanied by an adult)

Fee:           $5.00/person ages 3 and up.
               Please call Recreation Office to register.

ICE SKATING on Lake Mitchell in Depew Park is permitted ONLY WHEN THE GREEN FLAG IS POSTED!

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KILEY CENTER

                           Provides Year-Round Supervised Youth Programs
Location:    709 Main Street                               Phone:          (914) 734-4256
Days:        Tuesday-Saturday: 3:00 p.m.—9:30 p.m.         Fee:            FREE but Registration is required
             (Age 16 & older until 11:00 p.m.)
             Friday & Saturday: 3:00 p.m.—11:00 p.m.

        ALL-STAR WEEKEND                                                    Easter Egg Hunt and Party
                                                                            Saturday, April 8th, 2:00 pm
 Staff vs. Students Basketball Game
   Friday, February 10th, 7:00 pm

     Basketball Skills Challenge
   Saturday, February 18th, 5:00 pm               Graduation Cookout & Dance
                                                   Friday, June 23rd , 4:00 pm

                HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE FOR ALL GRADES AVAILABLE TUESDAY—FRIDAY 3PM—4PM

       TUESDAY SCHEDULE                    WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE                          THURSDAY SCHEDULE
                            Ages                            Ages                                       Ages

Board Games 3:30—6:30       6-12     Board Games 3:30—6:30          6-12        Board Games 3:30—6:30          6-12
            8:00—9:00       13+                  7:00—9:30          13+                     8:00—9:00          13+

Basketball   3:30—6:30      6-12     Dodgeball/    4:00 — 7:00      6-12        Basketball      3:30—6:30      6-12
             6:30—10:00     13+      Kickball/Tag/Whiffle Ball                                  6:30—10:00     13+

Table Games 3:30—6:30       6-12     Table Games 3:30—6:30          6-12        Table Games 3:30—6:30          6-12
            8:00—9:30       13+                  8:00—9:30          13+                     8:00—9:30          13+

Video Games 5:00—9:30       13+      Computer Lab 4:00—7:00         6+          Video Games 5:00—9:30          13+

Dance        7:00—8:30      6-13     Baseball Drills 5:00—6:30      6-12        Dance           7:00—8:30      6-13
w/ Dache                                                                        w/ Dache
                                     Basketball        8:30—9:30    13+
                                     Training
                                                                                       SATURDAY SCHEDULE
        FRIDAY SCHEDULE                                                                                Ages
                            Ages
                                                                                Board Games 3:30—6:30          6-12
Board Games 3:30—6:30       6-12                                                            7:00—9:30          13+
            8:00—9:00       13+
                                                                                Open Gym        3:00 — 6:00    6-12
Open Gym/    3:00 — 6:00    6-12                                                                7:00 — 9:00    13+
KanJam/      7:00— 9:00     13+
Soccer                                                                          Table Games 3:30—6:30          6-12
                                                                                            8:00—9:30          13+
Table Games 3:30—6:30       6-12
            8:00—9:30       13+                                                 Weightlifting   7:00 — 10:00   16+

Video Games 5:00 — 9:30     13+                                                 Video Games 5:00 — 9:30        13+

                                                                                Computer Lab 4:00—7:00         6+

                                                                                Basketball      3:00—8:00      6+
                                                                                Training
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KILEY CENTER YOUTH PROGRAMS

DANCING WITH DACHE                                       BASKETBALL SKILLS AND DRILLS
Program will focus on hip-hop and street-jazz style of   Work on skill development and fundamentals. This is
dance. Class will incorporate stretching, warmup ex-     not your playground pickup game, this is for the serious
ercises, and learning choreography. ALL LEVELS           individual who wants to be the best they can be.
WELCOME; no prior experience needed. Program
designed to promote creativity, confidence and unity     Coordinator:   Travis Hutchinson & Philip Tinsley Jr.
amongst students.                                        Dates:         Jan 14th—June 24th
                                                         Day/Time:      Saturdays—6:30—7:30 PM
Coordinator: Dache Leach                                 Eligibility:   Boys and Girls, 13—17
      Session I: Tuesdays & Thursdays                    Fee:           FREE. Registration Required.
                  January 17—April 6                                    Space is limited.
          Recital: Saturday, April 8th                                  Register at Kiley Center

         Session II:  Tuesdays & Thursdays
                      April 11—June 22
               Recital: Friday, June 23rd

Time:        7:00 – 8:30 PM
Eligibility: Boys and Girls, 5—13 years old
Fee:          FREE. Registration Required.
              Space is limited.

                Costume Fee $20.00

 IN-HOUSE BASKETBALL

 Coordinator: Travis Hutchinson
 Location:    Kiley Youth Center

 Dates:          Session 1—Saturdays, December 3rd— February 18th
                 Session 2—Saturdays, March 4th - May 6th

 Time:           Kindergarten        3:00pm—4:00 pm
                 1st—2nd Grade       4:00 pm—5:00 pm
                 3rd—4th Grade       5:00 pm—6:00 pm
 Fee:            FREE! Registration required. Space is limited. Register online or at Recreation Office.

YOGA AND WELLNESS

Yoga and Wellness with Karen D. of Inner Being LLC at the Kiley Youth Center. Program will develop mindful-
ness, awareness, and overall wellness. This program is FREE OF CHARGE but registration is required prior to
class.

Instructor:      Karen D from Inner Being
Location:        Kiley Youth Center
Dates:           Session I:    January 12 – March 2
                 Session II:   March 9—April 27
                 Session III:  May 4 — June 22
Day/Time:        Thursdays, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Eligibility:     Peekskill Youth 7-18 Years Old
Fee:             FREE! Registration required.
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SWIM PROGRAMS
INFANT & TODDLER SWIM ● #11205                                       SATURDAY AQUATICS PROGRAM
Instructor:    Nikki Brady                                           Director/Instructor: Beth Kear, WSI
Enhance your child’s development through water play.
Help overcome fear of water. Parent must be in water          Location:       Peekskill Middle School
with child.                                                   Day:            Saturdays
Location:      Peekskill Middle School                        Dates:          Session I: Jan 7 – March 4 (no class 2/25)
Dates:         Jan 23— March 20 (no class 2/20)                               Session II: Mar 18 – May 13 (no class 4/8)
               Apr 10 —June 5 (no class 5/29)                 Fee:            Residents $95 (Non-residents $120)
Days/Times: Mondays, 6:00—7:00 PM                                             BETH KEAR - PHONE: (914) 879-1632
Eligibility:   Ages 3 months—5 years
Fee:           Residents $75 (Non-residents $100)             BEGINNER SWIM FOR TEENS
                                                              Want to learn to swim? Join us with other teens and learn
SWIM DEVELOPMENT                                              the strokes that allow you to be swimming before you know
Instructor:     Nikki Brady                                   it. See you at the pool.
For swimmers who can swim multiple lengths of the pool        Time:            10:25 AM—11:00 AM
without support from an instructor or the wall. Swimmer       Eligibility:     Teens 13—17
should be comfortable with freestyle and backstroke.
The instructor is not in the water. Covers all four com-      ADULT SWIM FOR BEGINNERS
petitive strokes, as well as introduction to diving & flip-   Afraid of the water? Never thought you could learn to swim?
turns, with a combination of stroke technique and endur-      Overcome your fears and learn all the pleasures of the water,
ance training.                                                in a safe and supportive setting. You will be surprised at how
                                                              much fun you will have.
Location:        Peekskill Middle School                      Time:            11:00 AM - 11:35 AM
Session I:       Jan 24-Mar 21 (no class 2/21)                Eligibility:     18 years and over
                 Jan 26-Mar 23 (no class 2/23)
Session II:      Apr 11- May 30
                 Apr 13-June 1
Days/Times:      Tuesdays & Thursdays                                      TINY TOT SWIM PROGRAM
                 Section A:      6:00-6:45 pm                    **NOTE: PARENTAL PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED
                 Section B:      6:45-7:30 pm
Eligibility:     Must swim 2 lengths of the pool nonstop      **INFANT/TODDLER
Fees:            1 day $65—2 days $85 (Resident)              Time:        11:35 AM - 12:10 PM
                                                              Eligibility: 6 months - 36 months
Swimmers evaluated at 6:00 pm on first day of each
session for appropriate time slot. Failure to meet            **PRE-SCHOOL
requirements will result in ineligibility for this program.   Time:        12:10 PM – 12:45 PM
                                                              Eligibility: 3 and older

SWIM INSTRUCTION (WEDNESDAY)
Instructors: Christine Mendello, WSI
             Aaron Landry, WSI                                PRE-SCHOOL (LEVELS II-III)
Location:    Peekskill Middle School                          Time:           12:45 PM – 1:20 PM
Session I:   Jan 25—March 22 (no class 2/22)                  Eligibility:    3 – 5 years old/Intermediate
Session II:  April 12— May 31                                 Able to swim independently and willing to work without pa-
                                                              rental involvement.
Times:         #31225A   Level I          6:00 PM
               #31225B   Level I          6:30 PM             CHILDREN'S PROGRESSIVE SWIM (Levels IV-VI)
               #31225C   Level I          7:00 PM             Time:        1:20 PM - 1:55 PM
               #31226A   Level II         6:30 PM             Eligibility: Child must be able to swim 25 yards prior to
               #31226B   Level II         7:30 PM                          enrollment.
               #31227A   Level III        6:00 PM
               #31227B   Level III        7:00 PM             COMPETITIVE SWIM CLINIC
               #31228A   Level IV         7:30 PM             Improve your strokes, turns, times, whatever your goal may
                                                              be. Geared towards those who are interested in training for
Fee:         Residents $85 (Non-residents $110)               competition. Not a beginners program.
             (Limited to 10 per group)                        Time:           1:55 PM – 2:40 PM
Eligibility: Pre-K—6th Grade                                  Eligibility:    8 years - 16 years

       LEVEL GUIDELINES ON FOLLOWING PAGE

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WEDNESDAY SWIM INSTRUCTION ONLY

LEVEL I           Must be 4 years or older and be able to put face in water and be comfortable in
                  shallow end of pool.

LEVEL II          Must be comfortable in shallow end of pool, float freely and swim front crawl.

LEVEL III         Must be able to swim in water over head and do both front and back crawl.

LEVEL IV          Must be able to:            swim 4 widths of pool in water over head
                                              swim front crawl and backstroke properly
                                              have basic knowledge of the other strokes

NIVEL I     Debe tener 4 años o más y ser capaz de poner la cara en el agua y estar cómodo en el
            extremo bajo de la piscina.

NIVEL II    Debe estar cómodo en el extremo bajo de la piscina y flotar libremente y poder nadar y
            hacer el rastreo frontal.

NIVEL III   Debe ser capaz de nadar en el agua sobre la cabeza y hacer tanto el rastreo frontal y
            posterior.

NIVEL IV    Debe ser capaz de nadar 4 anchuras de la piscina en el agua sobre la cabeza, nadar
            rastreo frontal y espalda correctamente y tener conocimiento básico de los otros tra-
            zos.

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CAMP PROGRAMS
                                                      DAY CAMP
Directors:      Nikki Brady, Frank Savage and Maria Gordineer
Location:       Peekskill Middle School
Dates:          SESSION I ● June 26-July 14 (No Camp 7/4) ● SESSION II ● July 17-Aug 4
Days/Times:     Mon. thru Fri. 9:30 AM—3:00 PM
Eligibility:    Children who are 3 years of age and toilet trained to those entering sixth grade.
                Proof of immunizations will be required. We will accept children who are 3 years of age before June
                27, 2022. Groupings and activities are tailored to the age and ability of the campers.
Groups:         Children are grouped according to age and/or grade.
Program:        Arts & crafts, archery, table games, movies, gym activities, sports, swimming, entertainers and nature.

Supervision:    Day camp will be under the direction of an experienced administrative staff, qualified college and high
                school counselors.
Registration: Registration is available on a first come, first serve basis. Bus transportation is limited to the first 50
                campers for each of 2 bus routes.
Fees:                          Registration Residents                      Registration Non-Residents
       1st Child                        $350.00                                    $580.00
       2nd Child                        $335.00                                    $575.00
       3rd Child                        $310.00                                    $550.00

LUNCH IS PROVIDED.

                                           DAY CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DAY
A limited number of $125 scholarships for Day Camp will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Applicants
seeking a scholarship must be at the Depew Park office on Saturday, June 3rd at 9:00 am. Applicants must be income
eligible and must bring proof of income (W-2, last 2 pay stubs or Medicaid Card), immunization records and balance
payment of $225.00 to the interview. Only one scholarship will be given per family for the summer. The City of
Peekskill wishes to thank the various service organizations who donate scholarships. If you have questions, please
call 734-7275.

                                                   TEEN ESCAPE CAMP
Director:       Mike Cook & Shannon David
Location:       Riverfront Green
Dates:          SESSION I ● June 27-July 13 (No camp 7/4) ● SESSION II ● July 18-Aug 3
Days/Times:     Tuesday thru Thursday 9:30 AM—3:00 PM (Times may vary depending on trip)
Eligibility:    Entering Grades 6th—9th
                Participants MUST have a medical form with immunization record on file prior to start of camp.
                Otherwise, the child cannot attend camp.
Program:        Teens will travel to different sites and participate in a variety of activities such as: Sporting Events,
                Arcades, Amusement Parks, Bowling, etc.
Supervision:    Teen Travel Camp will be under the direction of an experienced professional administrative staff and
                qualified College counselors.
Registration:   Registration is available on a first come, first serve basis and is limited to the first 35 registrants.
Fees:           Residents—$320.00; Non-Residents - $520.00
                Please call Recreation Department for scholarship information.

                                                 CREATIVE ARTS CAMP
Directors:      Jo-Ann Brody & Melvin T. Bolden
Location:       Oakside Elementary School
Dates:          SESSION I ● June 26-July 14 (No Camp 7/4) ● SESSION II ● July 17-Aug 4
Days/Times:     Mon. thru Fri. 9:00 AM—3:30 PM
Eligibility:    Children entering 1st grade thru 7th grade.
                Participants must have a medical form with immunization record on file prior to start of camp.
Program:        Participants will receive instruction in Dance, Art, Music, Drama and Crafts.
Supervision:    Program will be under the direction of experienced professional administrative staff and highly qualified
                professional artists.
Fees:           Residents—$440.00; Non-Residents - $600.00
                Please call Recreation Department for scholarship information.
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ADULT PROGRAMS

ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
Instructor: Claude Easy
Location: Depew Park Tennis Courts
Dates:      April 22 – June 10
Day/Time: Saturdays, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Fee:        Residents - $90.00

          ADULT LAP SWIM
          Build endurance, keep in shape, release stress. Swim at your own pace. Not an
          instructional program.
          Location: Peekskill Middle School
          Dates:         Session I: January 23—March 20 (no class 2/20)
                         Session II: April 10—June 5 (no class 5/29)

          Days/Times: Mondays 7:00—8:30 PM

          Fee:        $85.00

      ZUMBA CLASS
      Instructor: Sol Marie
      Location: Peekskill Landing—Riverfront
      Dates:      May 8th – June 26th
      Day/Time: Mondays, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      Fee:        FREE

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SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM
       Our mission is to identify and prioritize the needs of the elderly in Westchester, to create
    comprehensive and coordinated plans for meeting those needs; and to advocate for responsive
                                      policies, programs, actions,

SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM                                         100% DELIVERY-ONLY SERVICE
The City of Peekskill Senior Nutrition Program is composed
of two segments; meals served at congregate sites                At this time, the Senior Nutrition Program delivers fresh-
throughout the County and the home delivered meals pro-          made, hot delicious and nutritious meals Monday through
gram. Each meal provides at least 1/3 of the recommend-          Friday.
ed dietary allowance (RDA) for an individual. Both pro-
grams are monitored by the Food and Nutrition Services           TO REGISTER CALL: 914-734-4250 Ext. 2
Division, which plans the meals according to standards set
by federal and state regulations and monitors the entire         HOMEBOUND PROGRAM
program to ensure compliance with federal, state and coun-       Home delivered meals are available for homebound, frail,
ty regulations.                                                  elderly City of Peekskill residents, age 60 or over. Home-
                                                                 bound frail, elderly persons are encouraged to attend the
The NYS Wellness in Nutrition Program (SNAP) aims to             congregate site if at all possible.
improve the well-being of those elderly who are at high nu-
tritional risk, with particular emphasis on provision of ser-    Hot lunches and cold suppers are delivered Monday
vices to the low income, minority, frail and isolated elderly.   through Friday to your door. The suggested contribution for
                                                                 homebound delivered meals is $3.50 for hot lunch and
Nutrition education and counseling are provided to seniors       $2.50 for cold supper.
participating in either the congregate or home delivered
meal programs. Materials and informational programs are          Seniors who are homebound are eligible upon initial as-
provided on a regularly scheduled basis and designed to          sessment by our Outreach Coordinator; to schedule an in-
assist older persons in making proper choices of food in         terview please call 734-4250/4251 – fax 293-0913
order to maintain good health through improved nutritional
status.

                                          SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAM
                                        PEEKSKILL SENIOR CITIZEN’S CLUB
                                              4 NELSON AVENUE
                                                 (914) 734-4254

 Club days and hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Senior Citizen’s Club provides Social, Recreation-
 al, Instructional and Civic Programs to Peekskill Residents 60 years and older. The Club meets five days a week from
 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the lower level of the Neighborhood Center (the Library Bldg.) at 4 Nelson Avenue. A bus shuttle
 is available to The Club every day. Additional services include Transportation to our Lunch Program five days a week
 and transportation for our scheduled shopping trips two days a week. Information and referral services are available by
 appointment.

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BOAT RAMP & PARK RENTAL INFORMATION

PEEKSKILL BOAT RAMP ● #25965                                RIVERFRONT GREEN PICNIC PAVILION ● #47940
Location:     Peekskill Riverfront Green                    Permits available through the Recreation Office. For more
Dates:        April 29th - September 30                     information, call the Recreation Office, Monday – Friday,
                                                            9:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 734-7275.
Fees:         Seasonal:            $180.00                  Fees:             49 people & under       $170.00
              Daily Permits:       $30.00                                     50 – 100 people         $320.00
                                                                              101 people and over     $700.00
Seasonal Permits can be purchased by calling
the Recreation office or online through Commu-              Fee and refundable deposit required upon booking.
nity Pass. Daily Permits are available from the             Insurance required for organizations & groups of 50 or
attendant on duty.                                          more.

*Boat ramp will close at 5:00 pm July 4th

                                                            DEPEW PARK PAVILION ● #47942
                                                            Permits are available through the Park Office. Groups are
                                                            limited to 40 or less people. For more information, call the
                                                            Recreation Office, Mon through Fri, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
                                                            Fees:             19 people & under       $120.00
                                                                              20 – 40 people          $170.00

                                                            Fees and refundable deposit required upon booking.
                                                            Insurance required for organizations.

                                            SPECIAL EVENTS

                             THE PEEKSKILL PARKS CLEANUP
                             Come pitch in and pick up at our Annual Parks Cleanup.
                             Every bit of help will improve our community. Gloves and
                             bags are provided. Refreshments provided afterwards.

                             Location:      City Parks
                             Day/Date:      Saturday, April 22nd
                             Time:          8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
                             Fee:           FREE

EASTER EGG HUNT 2022                                        BICYCLE SUNDAYS
Location:   Depew Park                                      Location:   Depew Park
                                                            Day/Date:   Sundays
Day/Date:     Saturday, April 1st                                       April 30—Oct 29
Time:         10:00 AM                                      Time:       8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fee:          $2.00 per child                               Fee:        FREE

                                                            Roadways in Depew Park. Parking
                                                            Available at Pool Parking Lot off of
                                                            Union Avenue.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS & SERVICES

PEEKSKILL VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS
CPR and First Aid courses will be held periodically. Please contact the Ambulance Corps for information or to schedule
a group for a class. For more information phone 737-5310.

PEEKSKILL’S ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Sponsored by the Peekskill St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee.
Date/Time:     Saturday, March 11th 3:00 PM

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NOR-WEST REGIONAL SPECIAL SERVICES
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
Director: Wendy Greenfield
Nor-West operates recreation programs after school for
evenings and weekends. Special Olympics sports training,
burnin’ music, digital photography, billiards, swimming,
bowling, intro to golf, trip planning via the internet, surfin’
the net, variety club, movies and special events are includ-
ed in the schedule. The program is open to all residents of
Cortlandt (including Buchanan, Montrose, Verplanck and
Croton), Peekskill, Ossining and Yorktown. Transportation
is provided and there is a seasonal registration fee. Check
with us regarding accessibility of each program site. For
more information call: 737-4797 or 737-4838.

HUDSON VAL-                               LEY REGION OF
SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK
Regional Director: Joshua Corday
Provides year round sports training and athletic competition
for children and adults with intellectual disabilities who re-
side in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Dutchess, Orange,
Ulster & Sullivan Counties. Sports training sites and athlet-
ic venues are located throughout the region. For further
information call: (845) 765-2497, or write 1207 Route 9
Suite 1C, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590.

PEEK-                                              SKILL
MUSEUM
The Peekskill Museum is dedicated to preserving the Her-
rick House and local historical artifacts. Cast-iron stoves
and plows represent Peekskill’s industrial era. Curious
commercial and domestic items on display make for a
memorable visit. The Peekskill Museum is totally support-
ed by memberships and corporate donations, with no direct
taxpayer or governmental assistance. The Queen Anne
style Victorian home is located at 124 Union Avenue in a
residential neighborhood. The Museum is open to the pub-
lic on Saturdays from 1 to 4 PM. Admission is $2.00 for
adults and $1.00 for children. Call 736-0473 to make a
special appointment.

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The Peekskill Parks Advisory Board is looking for input to help us in our mission to protect, preserve and enhance the city’s
parks and recreation programs. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

1.      What parks do you frequent?

        □         Depew Park                       □      Lepore Park                     □       Peekskill Landing
        □         Charles Point at China Pier      □      Monument Park                   □       Peekskill Stadium
        □         Franklin Park                    □      Neighborhood Center             □       Riverfront Green
        □         Fort Hill                        □      Dog Park                        □       Tompkins Park

2.      How often do you visit these parks?

        □ Daily           □ Weekly        □ Monthly       □ Seasonally

3.      I go to the park to:

        □ Exercise        □ Site see      □ Play Sports   □ Watch Sports     □ Picnic      □ Use Playground        □ Walk

        Other (please name)

4.      This is what I like about Peekskill City Parks:

        ____________________________________________________________________

5.      Peekskill City Parks could be improved by:

        ____________________________________________________________________

6.      On a scale from 1 to 10 (10 being most likely), how likely are you to recommend Peekskill Parks to a friend? ________

7.      On a scale from 1 to 10 how likely are you to recommend Peekskill Parks & Recreation programs to a friend? _______

8.      In which Parks & Recreation Programs have you participated? ______________________________________________

        _________________________________________________________________________________________________

9.      Any suggestions for new programs?____________________________________________________________________

        _________________________________________________________________________________________________

10.     Would you like to be notified of volunteer opportunities to improve and maintain parks? If so, please leave your email
        address or the best way to contact you. ________________________________________________________________

Surveys may be returned to the Recreation Office, 1 Robin Drive or faxed to (914) 734-4229.

Thank you for your time and information.

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El comite de los Parques de Peekskill esta buscando ideas para proteger, preservar y mejorar los parques de la ciudad y
programas de recreación. Sus cometarios seran gratamente apreciados.

    1.    ¿Cuál de los parques frecuenta?

          Charles Point at China Pier         Fort Hill                         Peekskill Stadium

          Depew Park                          Franklin Park                     Pugsley Park

          Dog Park                            Lepore Park                       Riverfront Green

          Fireman’s Park                      McKinley Park                     Tompkins Park

    2.    ¿Con qué frecuencia visita estos parques?

          Diario         Semanal        Mensual           Según la temporada

    3.    Yo voy al parque a:

    Ejercicios Ver el sitio Hacer deportes Picnic Utilizar el campo de juegos  Caminar

    Ver los eventos deportivos  Otros (por favor nombre) ________________________________

    4.    Esto es lo que me gusta de los Parques de la Ciudad de Peekskill:

         _______________________________________________________________

    5.    Los Parques de la ciudad de Peekskill podrían mejorarse a través de:

         _______________________________________________________________

    6.    ¿En qué programa de los Parques de Recreación a participado?

         _______________________________________________________________

    7.    ¿Tienes alguna sugerencia para nuevos programas?

         ________________________________________________________________

         La encuesta puede ser devuelta a la Oficina de Recreación, 1 Robin Drive o por fax al 914-734-4229.

         Gracias por su tiempo y su información.

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
Name: __________________________________ Date of Birth ______________Sex:___M___F
Address:______________________________________________________________________
School:______________________________________________________ Grade:___________
Phone: (C) __________________ (H) ___________________ Email:_______________________
Program #: ______________________________ Session #: ______________
Senior Citizen ? _________________ Proof of Residency attached?____________________
Amount Enclosed: ________________________________

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
Name: __________________________________ Date of Birth ______________Sex:___M___F
Address:______________________________________________________________________
School:______________________________________________________ Grade:___________
Phone: (C) __________________ (H) ___________________ Email:_______________________
Program #: ______________________________ Session #: ______________
Senior Citizen ? _________________ Proof of Residency attached?____________________
Amount Enclosed: ________________________________

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
Name: __________________________________ Date of Birth ______________Sex:___M___F
Address:______________________________________________________________________
School:______________________________________________________ Grade:___________
Phone: (C) __________________ (H) ___________________ Email:_______________________
Program #: ______________________________ Session #: ______________
Senior Citizen ? _________________ Proof of Residency attached?____________________
Amount Enclosed: ________________________________

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
Name: __________________________________ Date of Birth ______________Sex:___M___F
Address:______________________________________________________________________
School:______________________________________________________ Grade:___________
Phone: (C) __________________ (H) ___________________ Email:_______________________
Program #: ______________________________ Session #: ______________
Senior Citizen ? _________________ Proof of Residency attached?____________________
Amount Enclosed: ________________________________

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