2014-15 Fall

Registration Information and Policies

You may register online at www.yorkparksandrec.org using a credit

card. Each program session is considered a new class. All individuals

must register for all sessions they wish to participate in. Please

remember that you are not automatically registered into additional

sessions until your registration is complete, including payment.

You may register by mail or by phone with a credit card anytime. We

take all major credit cards with the exception of American Express. You

can also come into the office and make a payment for the activity by

check, cash or credit card.

To register yourself or your child through the mail for a program,

you must use the registration form provided. Please fully complete the

participant and responsible party information. Indicate the programs you

wish to register for and include your check made payable to York Parks

and Recreation for the total amount due.

York Parks and Recreation Information:

Office Location: 200 US Route 1

Grant House/Goodrich Park, York, ME

Phone: (207) 363-1040

Mailing Address: 186 York Street, York, ME 03909

E-Mail:

parks-rec@yorkmaine.org

Website:

www.yorkparksandrec.org

York Parks and Recreation Staff:

Michael J. Sullivan, Director

Email: msullivan@yorkmaine.org

Robin Cogger, Assistant Director

Email: rcogger@yorkmaine.org

Ryan Coite, Parks Foreman

Email: rcoite@yorkmaine.org

Ryan Avery, Recreation Specialist

Email: ravery@yorkmaine.org

Robin Kerr, Conservation Coordinator

Email: rkerr@yorkmaine.org

Pam Lombardi, After School Enrichment Coordinator

Senior Center Staff:

Janis Marshall-Colby, Program Coordinator

Brenda Bracy, Facility Coordinator

Nancy Garfield, Chef

Parks & Recreation Board:

Brenda Knapp

Ron McAllister, Chairman

Michael Modern

Nancy Stolberg

Timothy Ward

Senior Center Advisory Board:

Bruce Rennie, Chair

Jeanette McGrath, Vice-Chair

Carollynn Anderson

Sidney Boardman

Emily Cambray

Jacqueline Valentino

Deborah Meyers, Alternate

Email: jmarshall@yorkmaine.org

Email: bbracy@yorkmaine.org

Refund Policy

We will notify you if the class has been filled, canceled, or changed.

The York Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to

cancel or consolidate any program that does not meet minimum

registration numbers. No refunds will be given after the activity

begins. Complete refunds will be given if the Parks and Recreation

Department cancels the program.

If we cancel/change a program, we will refund or credit you 100%

of the program fees.

If you need to cancel a program, you must notify us no less than

one week prior to the first class. After this time, you may receive a

full refund if a replacement can be found (wait list has priority), the

withdrawal does not affect course minimum enrollment, or there is

an unlimited enrollment.

We do not give refunds after the start of the program.

We would like all program participants to be advised that the York School

Department has priority over all school facilities. This, on occasion, may cause

recreation programs to be canceled. We will make every effort to avoid this,

however, should it occur, we will do our best to notify program participants

in advance. All canceled programs will be rescheduled if possible.

Non-residents are subject to an adjustment of fees.

All persons participating in Parks and Recreation Department

sponsored programs and activities do so at their own risk and without

recourse to the Town of York, its agents, officers or employees.

Important Information

Along with our website and bi-annual brochure, we send many flyers

with updated information and new programs through the schools,

throughout the year. Please check the schools websites along with our

website to keep in touch with the latest new offerings through Parks and

Recreation. You will find a link on the homepage of the York Schools. We

also publish a monthly newsletter and have a Facebook page where we

often post information, cancellations, and pictures. If you have any fun

recreation photos or recreation news that you would like to have included,

please contact Ryan Avery reavery@yorkmaine.org or Robin Cogger

rcogger@yorkmaine.org

Pictures: We randomly choose pictures of adults and children

who participate in our programs to be printed in our publications,

Facebook page, or sent out to area papers. Please notify us if you do

not wish to have your picture published.

If you have any suggestions for new programs, please give us a call.

We’re always on the lookout for new and exciting programs to offer

the community!

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Mount Agamenticus

Conservation Program

Mount Agamenticus is a natural treasure and an

invaluable resource for wildlife, water, and recreation!

The three hilled area is home to vernal pool species,

rare plants and animals and is the heart of five watersheds that provide

drinking water for southern York County residents. It is also a recreational

destination point for over 40,000 area residents and regional visitors

annually. It boasts scenic vistas, large unfragmented forests, biological

richness, and miles of maintained trails.

State, local and non-profit landowners work together to protect this

land and to manage recreational opportunities while conserving

wildlife habitat and water quality within the region. These landowners

make up the Mount Agamenticus Steering Committee and include:

the Towns of York and South Berwick, The York Water District, Maine

Dept. of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Great Works Regional Land

Trust, York Land Trust, and The Nature Conservancy. Together, these

partners strive to maintain safe, responsible, and enjoyable public

access to Mount A’s trail system without compromising the integrity

of the area’s ecologically significant habitat.

Thanks to the collaborative conservation efforts of our partners, crew,

volunteers and donors, Mount A has become a wonderful place for the

local community to enjoy the outdoors, experience its scenic beauty,

and to appreciate its significance as one of Maine’s Last Great Places.

Experience Mount A thru Work & Play!

StoryWalkTM

Year-round

The StoryWalkTM program combines the benefits of physical activity,

time outdoors in nature, literacy and family time by taking children’s

books and posting them, in pieces, along a recreational path or hiking

trail. Discover this fall’s feature: “Forest Bright Forest Night” by Jennifer

Ward & Illustrated by Jamichael Henterly. Then be sure to check back

for a new winter feature. To find the beginning, start at the base parking

area and then follow the pages along the Turtle Loop to the summit.

Adopt- A-Trail

Year-round

This program is an all-volunteer effort that provides community

members and trail users with an opportunity to become involved

in conserving and maintaining the many miles of multiple use trails

threaded throughout the Mount Agamenticus Conservation Region.

Volunteers can help by “adopting” a favorite trail and take responsibility

for its upkeep. Adopters assist the Conservation Crew by monitoring,

maintaining and enhancing trails and trailhead facilities. Once trained,

volunteers work at their own pace and on their own schedule with a

minimum requirement of 2 trail working days a year.

Guided Programs and Adventures

Halloween in Nature - A nightfall adventure & owl prowl!

October 25th; 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Ever wonder what those bumps, howls, hoots and screeches in the

night really are? Come find out with our friends from the Center for

Wildlife! We will meet at the Learning Lodge for a program with live

animal ambassadors, then grab your flashlight and join us on a twilight

hike, calling for owls and listening for other animals that go bump in

the night! Reservations required along with a $7 suggested donation.

Three Hill Hike

November 2nd; 9:00am – 3:00pm

Take advantage of the peak fall foliage season and discover Mt. A’s

elusive Third Hill. Join Great Works Regional Land Trust and Mt. A guides

as we ascend all three hills. Repaint the picture of the past by walking

down old logging roads, ski trails and alongside stonewalls, foundations

and rock piles. Moderate to difficult hike; $5 suggested donation.

Beaver Moon Adventure November 6th; 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Join the Center for Wildlife & Mount A staff for an adventure guided

by the light of the full beaver moon. Learn how busy beavers prepare

for winter, their important role in the ecosystem, and other wildlife

Join a community work party

October 19th; 9:00am – 12:30pm

Enjoy some camaraderie with like-minded individuals and help keep

Mt. A worth coming back to! We will host the last volunteer work

day of the season to repair and maintain facilities and trails. Please

bring work gloves, sturdy shoes, water bottles, and food for a picnic

lunch at the summit of the mountain.

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night-time antics. Moonlight hike follows. Hike is recommended for

ages 10+; $7 suggested donation.

Hunker Down with Wildlife

Sunday, December 7th from 4:30pm - 8:00pm

The cold has settled in, and while we’re warmly tucked in our

sleeping bags, wildlife use their adaptations to survive the cold! Bring

your sleeping bags and favorite stuffed animal friends to join CFW

educators and ambassadors in the Learning Lodge to learn about

the different adaptations our wild animals use during the winter.

Following the program, stick around for an almost “sleepover”

movie screening with popcorn and pizza. (The lodge is NOT heated,

so please dress warm!) Open to all ages; $7 suggested donation.

Winter Wildlife Shenanigans

Monday, January 5th from 5:30pm – 8:00pm

There’s a full wolf moon tonight, a time when many wildlife are

restless and on the move! Join CFW educators and nocturnal

ambassadors inside the Learning Lodge to learn about the different

critters running around at night. We’ll learn about their adaptations,

natural history, and then head out to explore the trails in the

moonlight to see who is out and about! Hike is recommended for

ages 10+; $7 suggested donation.

Great Maine Outdoor Weekend

Fri - Sun, February 13th-15th, times TBA

Celebrate being active outside in Maine by connecting friends and

neighbors w outdoors at Mt. A and take advantage of several offered

events and programs with Mount A, Center for Wildlife, and White

Pine Programs. Activities will include:

p Take Flight with Wildlife (Center for Wildlife)

p Guided Snowshoe/Hike

AAA Award Winning Domestic & Foreign Service

Free Loaners

M-F 7:30am - 5:30pm

107 Government Street, Kittery

p Do You Want to Build A Snowman?

p Backtracking Bobcat (White Pines Program)

Stay tuned for more details! For more info on the state-wide

celebration, visit greatmaineoutdoorweekend.org.

Springtime Surprises

Sunday, March 29th, time TBA

Spring is a time for bringing new life into the world. Join us for a

presentation of a variety of baby animals with the Center for Wildlife

and enjoy everything spring time in nature has to offer. There will be

many outdoor opportunities for all ages to discover the wonders of the

season: trail treasure search, Easter egg hunt, Storywalk, photos with

the Easter bunny, prizes, and more. Come dressed for the weather

and bring your own basket or bag. Stay tuned for more details!

Nature’s Nesters Sunday, April 12th from 10:00am-12:00pm

After a long winter, our wildlife are already preparing for nesting

season! Many of our native wildlife species will utilize nesting

boxes during the spring and summer to raise their young. Join CFW


local nesting wildlife, how they prepare for nesting season, and what

to look out for in your own backyard. Following the presentation,

Mount A and CFW staff will lead a bat box building workshop, and

bring your used bat and bird nest boxes to do some spring cleaning

and prepare them for a new season! Program is open to all ages; $5

suggested donation; Bat Box workshop has added fee.

Spring Bird Walk Sunday, May 17th from 9:30am-12:00pm

Many of our birds have already jumped into nesting season and we’re

hearing their calls throughout the woods. Join CFW educators and

ambassadors to learn about native birds and how to identify them

in the wild, go on a quick tour of our baby bird room, then hike up to

the summit of Mount Agamenticus to listen for these species in the

wild! Hike is recommended for ages 10+; $7 suggested donation.

Additional Opportunities:

p Join the Friends and come to monthly meetings to plan and

advocate for the Mt. Agamenticus Conservation Program

p Donations and Monetary Contributions are also always welcome

and greatly appreciated!

To sign up for a program or workday or to learn more about the

Mount Agamenticus Conservation Program please visit our website:

www.agamenticus.org or contact the Conservation Office at

207/361-1102.

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York Parks and Recreation Department

Senior Center

The York Senior Center, located at 36 Main Street in York Beach,

is a member based organization run by the Town of York Parks and

Recreation Department. The Center’s Staff is dedicated to providing

individuals in our community, age 50 and over, with opportunities to

socialize, learn, recreate and be well through participation in activities

and programs that are designed to enrich the mind, body and soul.

Senior Center Annual Membership runs from July 1st to June 30th

of the following year. Membership is open to Residents for a $15.00

fee and Non-residents for a $22.00 fee. All members receive a monthly

newsletter and program guide, “The Scoop”. For non-members

interested in what’s going on at the Senior Center copies of “The

Scoop” are available in our office and on the Town’s website. Programs

are also posted on the public access television channel 3. Some of our

programs are reserved for members only, however there are many

programs offered to the community at large, we welcome all to join in!

We are on Facebook! Please be sure to “friend” us and be kept up

to date with all the happenings of the Center. Additionally, we offer our

members wireless internet access. Members are welcome to bring lap

top computers, iPads, Kindles and any other devices that you might

have that require internet service.

While our programs and activities change from month to month, the

following programs are offered on a regular daily, weekly or monthly

basis. We welcome you to give them a try.

Meal Program

We serve home-cooked meals at 12:00pm, Monday - Friday. Our

in-house chef works to provide you with the very best in both the

variety and quality of meals. A meal donation of $4.00 per member is

suggested. Non-member guests are always welcome at a suggested

donation of $5.00 per person. Reservations for dining may be made up

until 4:00pm the day before you wish to join us. In some cases, should

space permit, we will accept reservations until 9:00am on a given

day. Monthly menus may be found in The Scoop or on the website. In

addition to noon time meals, complimentary (donations appreciated)

coffee and “nibbles” are available each morning for our members.

Maine Senior College Network

South Coast Community College

South Coast Community College is a division of the York County

Community College and the Maine Senior College Network. The

consortium of 17 independent groups from York County to Fort Kent offer

adults over the age of 50 the opportunity to learn in a casual environment.

There are no exams, no papers, no grades and no pressure. SCCC plans

exciting, intellectually stimulating, non-credit courses and special

learning opportunities; it’s learning just for the fun and enrichment of

it. The Courses are held at the College (with a small exception of classes

held at satellite locations) during daylight hours. Membership ($25.00

annually) in the SCCC program is open to anyone in York County and the

Seacoast New Hampshire, who are over the age of 50, and is honored

at all other Maine Senior Colleges. If you would like more information

regarding the SCCC Program contact the York Senior Center Office.

Cribbage

Are you a cribbage player looking to

play more often? There’s always a game

or two going at the Senior Center.

COST:

Free

LOCATION: York Senior Center Card Room

DAYS:

Monday – Friday

TIMES:

8:00am – 11:00am


Bridge

Our Bridge group gathers every Monday at 1:00pm in the card room.

If you enjoy playing and would like to join them, be sure to stop by.

COST:

Free


DAYS:

Mondays

TIMES:

1:00pm

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Tai Chi

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that is well known for its

health benefits including balance, memory and meditation. We

are fortunate to have instructor Bob Porter on hand for this class

and we welcome you to join him. No experience is necessary,

just wear comfortable clothes and shoes and Bob will guide you

through the rest.

COST:

$5.00 per class

LOCATION: York Senior Center Activity Room

DAYS:

Fridays

TIMES:

1:00pm

Scrabble

Calling all Scrabble players! Scrabble is a great way to meet new

people, learn new words, use ones that you know and keep that

memory going strong. All levels are welcome to join in the fun and

challenge; we’ll be sure to pair you up according to your level of play.

COST:

Free

LOCATION: York Senior Center Dining Room

DAYS:

Fridays

TIMES:

1:00pm

Dominoes

Our group plays the game called “Mexican Train”. If you know it,

that’s great, if you don’t we’ll teach you. All are welcome to play

this exciting game; we look forward to seeing you here.

COST:

Free


DAYS:

Mondays

TIME:

12:45pm

Wii Bowling

Did you know that Wii Bowling is fast becoming more popular than

BINGO among retirees? Yes, it’s true! Who doesn’t remember their

first date at the bowling alley or those bowling shirts and personalized

bowling balls? The best part of Wii bowling is that anyone can do it,

even you! No need to worry about throwing your back out or hauling

around a heavy ball. Success can be found with the gentle motions of

a remote control. You can even sit, if it’s easier for you. We hope that

you’ll plan to give it a try, it’s a ton of fun and ALL are welcome.

COST:

Free


DAYS:

Thursdays

TIMES:

1:00pm

Mahjong

MahJong is a game that originated in China, commonly played by

four players. Similar to the game of Rummy, MahJong is a game

of skill, strategy and calculation that involves a certain degree of

chance. The game is played using a set of 136 tiles based on Chinese

characters and symbols. If you are a MahJong player looking for a

game, we welcome you to join us. If MahJong is a game that you

would like to learn be sure to check in with us as we occasionally

offer lessons.

COST:

Free


DAYS:

Fridays

TIMES:

1:00pm

Yoga for You

Join us at The Senior Center to experience the many benefits of

yoga no matter what shape you are in. don’t have to be young,

thin, or flexible to do yoga. Begin right where you are with YOGA

FOR YOU. MOTION IS LOTION and this class of gentle stretches and

accessible yoga postures, using a chair as an aid for balance and

stability is for YOU. It promotes health through physical movement,

will increase your flexibility, muscle and bone strength, joint pain,

combat fatigue and enhance your overall well-being. Simple yoga

poses circulate oxygen and nutrients through the body and help

remove toxins and wastes from tissues and cells. So join us, try

Yoga For You.

STARTS:

September 25th, 2014 and is ongoing

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAY:

TIME:

Ongoing

$5, drop-in style (new to the class, please arrive

10 minutes early to meet the instructor and fill

out intake form)

York Senior Center

Thursdays

11:00am - 12:00pm


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Gentle Hatha Yoga

The class gently helps you build strength, increase flexibility,

improve mental clarity, and energize the body. Flexibility is an

outcome of yoga, not a prerequisite.

Based on Peggy Cappy’s wonderful book and videos, Gentle

HathaYoga is a modified series of traditional poses, which can

be done by almost anyone—of any age or ability. We’ll place

special emphasis on “bone-safe” (for those with osteoporosis or

osteopenia), balance, and fall prevention. Props, chairs, or walls

can be used to make poses accessible and to provide support and

safety in balance poses.

Please bring a yoga mat (if you have one) and your favorite props

and wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely.

STARTS:

October 6 and is ongoing

ENDS:

Ongoing

COST:

$5.00 drop-in fee

LOCATION: York Senior Center

DAY:

Mondays

TIME:

12:45pm

Zumba Gold

Zumba gold sure has the Senior Center shakin’ and there’s always

room for one more! If good music makes you want to move, then

you should plan to join us for this fun, friendly, dance fitness

class. Instructor led classes May – October. During the winter

months, our group follows the instruction of the Zumba Gold DVD

produced by the founder of the Zumba Program. Be sure to wear

comfortable work out clothing and sneakers and bring your “ready

to party” attitude!

COST:

$5.00 per class (May – October)

Free DVD class (October – April)


DAYS:

Tuesdays & Thursdays

TIMES:

9:00am - 9:45am

Balance and Strengthening

This is a gentle work out that will go a long way toward helping to

improve memory, strengthen your joints, toning, and improving

your balance. Class involves low impact sitting and standing with

some light weight work.

COST: Free for Senior Center Members /

$2.00 Non-Members


DAYS:

Friday

TIMES:

8:00am

Out N’ About Breakfast Club

Who doesn’t love a good breakfast among friends? Once a month

the York Senior Center frequents a local breakfast establishment for

great food and good fun. These outings are very casual; we invite

you to order off of the regular menu so if it’s a full egg and pancakes

breakfast for you, that’s great or maybe just a muffin and fruit, you

choose. Space is limited for our breakfasts so registration is a must.

We hope you’ll give us a call and plan to join us. Check the monthly

Scoop or our website to see where we are headed next.

COST:

Order off the menu

LOCATION: Changes monthly

DAYS:

Varies, but primarily Thursdays

TIMES:

8:30am

Bring Your Own Craft Club

Are you a knitter? Love to scrapbook? Maybe you make cards or

jewelry? Are you tired of crafting at home alone? Whatever your

fancy, you are invited to pack it up and bring it to the Senior Center

on Tuesday afternoons for a gathering of similar-minded, craft

loving folk. What a productive way to socialize and share ideas.

COST:

Free, bring your own craft project


DAYS:

Tuesdays

TIMES:

1:00pm

Senior Swim

We are very grateful for the generosity of the Anchorage Inn on

Long Sands Beach who kindly make their pool available for use by

Senior Center Members throughout the winter months. Our Senior

Swim is an a-la-carte program where you can choose your own

days and time. Do you want to swim one day, two days, or maybe

three? It’s up to you and you can register for as much or as little


as you’d like. Our Senior Swim Memberships are limited (and very

popular) so we recommend that you register early.

REGISTRATION: November 1st until full at the Senior Center

RESTRICTIONS: Must be a Senior Center Member

prior to November 1st

STARTS:

Mid-November

ENDS:

Memorial Day

COST:

$25.00 for 1 day per week for season or

$50.00 for 2 days per week for season etc…

LOCATION: The Anchorage Inn

DAYS:

Monday – Friday only, no weekends.

TIMES:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Walk This Way with Saco Bay

Did you know that just a few extra steps a day can provide terrific

health benefits? We are thrilled to have the folks from Saco Bay

Physical Therapy leading our Friday walk group. Please check the

Senior Center Monthly Calendar on our website for dates, times

and locations as they change with the seasons.

Bob the Computer Guy

Bob Rogers, from Upsurf.net joins us one Friday

per month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm for a specified

computer session. Session topics include, but are

not limited to, laptops, tablets, senior specific apps,

internet safety, social media and more. There is no charge for these

informational sessions. Contact the Center for a monthly schedule.

Festival of Lights “Jingle Junque” & Luncheon Event

Visit the York Senior Center on Thursday, December 4th, from 10:00am

– 2:00pm and Friday, December 5th from 10:00am – 2:00pm for this

year’s Festival of Light’s Event at the Senior Center. There’s sure to be

something for everyone; “flea market” treasures, costume jewelry table,

and some craft items. Luncheon will be served both days from 11:00am

– 1:00pm and will include chili and hot dogs, chowder and more.

Festival of Lights Holiday Craft Fair

York Senior Center will once again have a table at the Village

Elementary School Festival of Lights Craft Fair on Saturday, December

6th. Our members have worked hard all year to craft wonderful items

including knitted pieces, jewelry, hand painted ornaments, and more.

We hope you’ll stop by and see us to do some holiday shopping!

Rolling Out of York Trips

We are pleased to be able to offer members, and non-members

alike, the opportunity to travel to many interesting and exciting

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destinations. If a deluxe motor coach, or a trolley, can get us there,

then we are sure to be going. We’ve recently

visited Canada, Nashville, TN, Savannah, GA,

New York City, Lancaster, PA, the Smokey

Mountains, Boston, The Ogunquit Playhouse,

Kennebunkport, Martha’s Vineyard, and lots more.

Rolling out of York trips always depart from York and are always

completely escorted by Senior Center Staff. All trips have minimum

and maximum enrollment requirements. Trip Itineraries are available

upon request. It is important to register early so as not to miss out

as we follow strict deadline dates. The following is a list of upcoming

trips. We hope you’ll make plans to join us. For trip registrations or

additional information contact the Senior Center at 207-363-1036.

Christmas Show/Shopping Excursion

Wednesday - Friday – December 10th – 12th, 2014

Enjoy 2 winter days with us in North Conway as we visit the deluxe White

Mountain Hotel & Resort surrounded by the spectacular views of the

White Mountains. Enroute our trip we will make a “tax free” shopping

stop complete with store discount offerings at Settler’s Green with over

70 outlet stores and the North Conway Village which includes the famous

Zeb’s Country Store and the historic five and dime store – “Woolworth’s.”

On day two we will have the opportunity to experience the magic of

Christmas in the town of Bethlehem, NH. We will visit the 1400 acre Rocks

Estate, home of NH’s Forest Society’s sustainable Tree Farm and enjoy

an educational program about the history of the estate and its abundant

moose & bear population. We will have time to browse and shop over

48 Christmas themed vendors at the estate or take a stroll around the

grounds. Bring your Christmas cards and we will mail them where they

will be postmarked from “Bethlehem.” Enroute home, we will visit New

England’s Largest Christmas Store, the Christmas Dove. During our stay we

will be treated to 3 magnificent Christmas shows, “special cocktail” pricing,

a visit from Santa plus much more. Full payment is due by November 7th.

Starts:

December 10th

Ends:

December 12th

Days:

Wednesday - Friday

Cost:

$405.00 member / $455.00 non-member

Departure: TBA

Times:

TBA

Spring in Savannah, GA - April 11th – 19th, 2015

Savannah & Jekyll Island, GA & Beaufort & Charleston, SC

Enjoy the start of spring in the Belle of Georgia - Savannah. We will

marvel at the homes with a guided tour and visit some of the most

beautiful mansions. We will see how the wealthiest citizens like J.P.

Morgan and William Rockefeller lived. We will visit Jekyll Island,


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Simons Island and also Beaufort, S.C. In Beaufort we will view

where the movies “Big Chill” and “Forrest Gump” were filmed as

well as St. Helena and learn the history of Gullah, a Creole form of

English. Spend a day with us in Charleston, SC before we head onto

Baltimore, MD to visit the Walters Art Museum plus much more..

A deposit of $75 is due by January 12th and the remaining balance

will be due by January 23rd. All lodging, admissions, and 14 meals

are included. For further information, please contact the Senior

Center to register, 363-1036. It’s going to be a great time!!

STARTS;

April 11th

ENDS:

April 19th

DAYS:

Saturday - Sunday

COST:

$659.00 member price /double occupancy

DEPARTURE: TBA

TIMES:

TBA

Les Coudres Canadian Island - June 23rd - 28th, 2015

The Island of Les Coudres I’ve been told is “Like Traveling to France

without Flying!” We will be staying on the Island of Les Coudres located

in the Charlevoix Region for 3 nights. We also will be staying in Montreal

for 1 night and Quebec for 1 night. Some of the highlights of this trip we

will be visiting the St. Anne De Beaupre Shrine, Picture-Perfect Baie St.

Paul, guided tour of Quebec, Montreal, the beautiful Les Coudres Island,

art centers plus much more. This trip is still being planned so watch

your Scoop for more information or check out our website at www.

yorkparksandrec.org. A passport or passport card is needed for this trip.

All lodging, admissions, and 10 meals are included.

STARTS:

June 23rd

ENDS:

June 28th

DAYS:

Tuesday - Sunday

COST:

TBA

DEPARTURE: TBA

TIME:

TBA

York High School Athletic Hall of Fame

The York High School Athletic Hall of Fame was

established in 2011 to recognize those individuals who

through their accomplishments have brought pride

and distinction to the school community as an athlete,

coach, administrator, or as a contributor to the development and

success of the York High School Athletic Program. Nominations

are now being accepted. If you know someone worthy of this

distinction, please consider nominating them. Nomination papers

are available to download from the Hall of Fame website at www.

yorkhsmainehof.org/ Or by contacting York High School Athletic

Director, Andy Wood at 207-363-3621.

York High School Athletic Hall of fame is now on face book ,be sure

to LIKE us at York High School Athletic Hall of Fame.

Contacts for Other Organizations

York Little League: Website: www.yorklittleleague.net

Email: basehit@yorklittleleague.net

York Youth Hockey: Website: www.yorkhockey.com

Written Correspondence:

York Youth Hockey

PO Box 36

York, Maine 03909

York Youth Football: Website: www.YorkYouthFootball.com

Contact: Ray Keene, President

PO Box 411

York, Maine 03909

York Soccer Club: Website: www.yorksoccerclub.com

President: Dean DeLuca

VP of Travel Soccer: Bob Schilling

Email: schilling@maine.rr.com

Phone: 363-3130


Men’s Open Gym Basketball

The York Parks and Recreation Department offers

an opportunity for men to gather for an evening of

impromptu basketball. The schedule for open gym

nights is shown below and players pay by the night.

We will be playing at York High School, beginning

on September 10th, 2014, on Wednesday

evenings until high school basketball starts and we

will then move to Coastal Ridge Elementary School.

Beginning November 12th - 8:00pm - 10:00pm - Over 30 ONLY -

CRES Wednesday Evenings

OPEN GYM - CRES

Every Sunday beginning Sunday, September 14th,

open gym is offered at 8:00pm at York Middle School

REGISTRATION: Ongoing throughout the year

COST:

$150.00 for a one year unlimited pass or

$4.00 per player per night

LOCATION: York High School / Coastal Ridge Elementary

School / York Middle School

DAYS:

Wednesdays or Sundays

TIMES:

8:00pm

Jacki’s Dance Aerobic Program

It’s never too early to sign up and commit to a fitness program!!

Fitness leader, Jacki Sorensen created her nationally recognized

program of “serious fitness fun” over 30 years ago. This class appeals

to women who want the benefits of regular exercise but also want to

be motivated to stick with a program. The program combines the fun

of dancing with the health benefits of a balanced workout. Each hour

consists of stretching, strengthening, and easy to follow aerobic dance

moves. Everyone participates at his or her own level. You get a great

workout without ever knowing it!!! Classes will be offered Monday and

Wednesday mornings from 8:00am – 9:00am, beginning January 5th,

or Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00pm – 6:00pm., beginning,

January 6th, at the York School of Dance (Temporary location for winter

session). If you have any question as to whether this class is right for you,

please feel free to try a class on us. We’re sure you’ll decide to join us.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing - January 2nd

STARTS:

Week of January 5th

ENDS:

COST:

March 12th

$90.00 resident

$100.00 non-resident

$10.00 senior discount

Adult Programs

LOCATION:

TIMES:

DAYS:

$130.00 both programs

York School of Dance, 1 York Street, York

8:00am – 9:00am / 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs

Baby Boomer Golf Clinic at

Cape Neddick Country Club

Spring 2015

Is golfing one of those things still on your bucket list? Or did you put

the clubs away years ago but have the hankering to get them out

again? Now’s the time! Last year’s Baby Boomer Clinics were such

a hit that we’re bringing them back in 2015. We have, once again,

partnered with Cape Neddick Country Club to provide anyone aged 55

and over the opportunity to learn to play golf in a non-intimidating,

friendly, environment. Dustin and his staff will surely have you

swinging the club, and loving it, in no time! Don’t have clubs and not

sure if you want to make the investment just yet? No problem, they

have clubs available to borrow for both righties and lefties. This spring

program is already in the planning stages, be sure to check with us in

the early spring to see what dates and times we have in store.

Nordic Walking: Burn more calories,

gain balance and reduce strain on joints

4 week program

With the Holidays right around the corner, wouldn’t it be nice to burn

extra calories and reduce stress while enjoying a smart physical outdoor

activity with maximum health benefits? Nordic Walking is easy to learn

and best of all it combines fun and convenience. Nordic Walking is

like fitness walking with specialized walking poles. Our starter clinic is

perfect for all ages and abilities so now is the perfect time to discover

what Finland fitness buffs have known for years… Nordic Walking burns

up to 40% more calories, increases upper body strength, improves

balance, and reduces stress on your hips, knees and spine. The first of

four starter clinics will meet on Long Sands Beach in front of the bath

house and will begin with information on the history of Nordic Walking,

pole fitting, and then we will head out on our first Nordic Walk.

Subsequent classes will meet at various local spots so we can explore

and enjoy the best walking spots right here in our own town. Poles will

be provided by and returned to the instructor.

Lauren DeLong is the owner of York Nordic and a certified Nordic

Walking instructor. Lauren’s passion for Nordic Walking began

when her mother had hip replacement surgery and the surgeon

recommended Nordic Walking as a way for her mother to maintain


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balance while strengthening her hip during recovery. She teaches

Nordic Walking around Southern Maine from Kittery to Saco and

throughout New England. She has designed and manufactured her own

poles which will be provided for use during the clinic. www.YorkNordic.

com is a great resource on the history of Nordic Walking, the scientific

research behind the benefits, as well as helpful tips on proper form. She

is excited to share her passion for this sport with others.

INSTRUCTOR: Lauren DeLong

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until October 27th

STARTS:

October 30th

ENDS:

November 20th

COST:

$40.00 Resident / $50.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: Long Sands Beach, meet on the beach

in front of the bath house

171 Long Beach Ave., York

DAYS:

TIMES:

Thursdays

8:30am - 9:30am

Pilates

Attend this 6 week workshop and learn the exercises first

developed by Joseph Pilates.

Pilates exercises are designed to restore the natural curves of the

spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints. Join Deb Hovde,

certified Stott Pilates Instructor, as she will first introduce the Five

Basic Principles, the foundation for the exercises, then using small

props, teach the repertoire. Preparatory exercises and modifications

will also be taught to allow this technique to be appropriate for many

different body types and abilities. Benefits include increased core

strength, improved body awareness and posture, and a decrease

occurrence in back pain. Whether you are a young athlete training

for a specific sport or anolder adult trying to stay strong to maintain

a healthy fitness level, you will benefit from this workshop. Mats and

props are provided. No special footwear required as pilates is done

either barefoot or with socks.

Deb Hovde, B.S., has been teaching exercise and fitness in the

Seacoast for 25 years to a variety of populations. She now teaches out

of her studio, “The Fitness Studio at Chases Pond” on Chases Pond Rd.

York, ME. She can be contacted by phone at (207) 361-7114 or email

dhovde@maine.rr.com with any questions.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until January 1st

STARTS:

January 9th

ENDS:

February 13th

COST:

$150.00 resident / $160.00 non-resident

LOCATION: The Fitness Studio at Chases Pond

DAYS:

Friday

TIMES:

10:00am


York Paddle Tennis Club – Ages 18 and up

Get out and enjoy your winters in Maine,

instead of feeling stuck in the house!!

Platform Tennis is an American racquet sport

enjoyed by thousands of people of all ages.

It is the only racquet sport that players can

enjoy outdoors in cold weather. This unique

appeal attracts people who desire fresh air,

competition, and social engagement - all on

a chilly winter’s night.

The sport is played at private clubs, public facilities, and in backyards at

both highly competitive and purely recreational levels.

We are very lucky to be able to offer this program to the community of

York. This platform tennis program is being offered at the York Paddle

Tennis Club which is located on Mill Lane off of Route 91 in York. Paddle

tennis is an athletic experience as well as a fun social environment for

you to enjoy throughout the winter. The club has one heated court and

a brand new clubhouse overlooking fields and the court.

We will be offering this fall/winter session (Drop-in available) on

Saturday Mornings from 9:00-10:30am. You will learn to play the

game through professional instruction and then have time to put what

you’ve learned to play. Additionally, you will be an invited guest during

specified times , to join in play at the club and also to participate in any

other club events during the session you sign up for! Your registration

fee will be deducted from your membership fee, if you decide you’d

like to join the club after you take these lessons!

REGISTRATION: Ongoing

STARTS:

October 11th

ENDS:

COST:

January 31st

$75.00 Residents / $85.00 Non – resident

$60.00 Member

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Tennis Scheduling Online

SEASON RUNS FROM JUNE 20th TO SEPTEMBER 30th ANNUALLY

The Parks and Recreation Department is offering an online court

scheduling program for use by the community. A $20.00 annual

membership fee allows you to schedule court time over the web

24/7 with no software downloads needed. All you need is an

internet connection. No more illegible paper schedules.

Drop-in fee $10.00 per person per day

LOCATION: Corner of Mill Lane and Route 91 by the

Brixham Grange Hall

DAYS:

Saturdays

TIMES:

9:00am – 10:30am

Because it is easy to learn, it is enjoyed by players as young as eight

and as old as old bones allow, but for this league we will start with

18 years and up. If you are interested in memberships for you or

your family, please visit their website at www.yorkpaddletennis.org

Pickleball

Coming to York in the spring of 2015!

What is the fastest growing sport in the country

right now? You guessed it… PICKLEBALL! Pickleball

is a racquet sport in which two or four players

use solid paddles made of wood or composite

materials to hit a perforated polymer ball

over a net. The sport shares features of other

racquet sports, the dimensions and layout of

a Badminton court, and a net and rules similar to tennis,

with a few modifications. Pickleball was invented in the mid-1960s

as a children’s backyard pastime but has quickly become popular

among adults as a fun game for players of all skill levels. Currently,

the sport of pickleball is exploding in popularity. The number

of places to play has nearly doubled since 2010. There are now

well over 2,000 locations on the USAPA’s Places to Play map. The

spread of the sport is attributed to its popularity within community

centers, PE classes, YMCA facilities and retirement communities.

The sport continues to grow worldwide as well with many new

international clubs forming and national governing bodies now

established in Canada and India. We are excited to bring Pickleball

to York. Be on the look-out this spring and summer for detailed

information about informational evenings, instruction, and more.

This program provides efficient, controlled access to the real time

court schedulers with a complete computerized log of all court, school,

and town activity. Players can see the court schedule visually, and

then, a simple point-and-click and the booking is made. Online viewing

makes it so much easier to coordinate a convenient time with your

playing partner(s) – no more playing phone tag with everyone. Making

it easier for you to book, means you get to play more tennis!

Rules:

• Permit holders are allowed to hold no more than one permit

for play in any given day. Schedules are available on a 7 day

schedule.

• Permit holders are limited to two (2) per household, each at

the $20.00 permit fee.

• Permits must be reserved in advance and the current day’s

permits will be closed at 12:01 am.

• Any abuse of the system, we reserve the right to cancel your

membership.

• We reserve the right to change the policies of the program.

• We reserve the right to limit the number of permit holders per

year.

• Reservations are available for 1 ½ hour time slots.

• Residents may use the tennis courts without permits on a

space-available basis, without charge.

• Players must yield to a permit holder.

• Use of tennis courts for profit is not allowed.

• All courts are subject to closure for renovations or repairs at

any time. *Subject to construction conditions and/or closure.

• Proof of residency required. If you are not listed in town

census please provide copy of electric bill.

• Must have actual dated permit in hand to use courts,

application only is not valid.

• Only one application will be approved per household or email

address. York Residents only.

COURTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE DURING HIGH SCHOOL PRACTICES,

MATCHES, P.E. CLASSES, OR TOWN TENNIS LESSONS.

Visit the online scheduler at www.yorktennisbookings.com


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Co-ed Volleyball

This program is designed to meet the needs of

the beginner, intermediate or advanced volleyball

player, so in other words, join in the fun of Sunday

morning volleyball. Teams will be chosen each

Sunday morning and pick-up games will be played

from 8:00am - 10:00am, at the York Middle School

Gym. Sunday morning play emphasizes fun with a

competitive edge. Players must be 18 years of age

and older to participate.

REGISTRATION: No pre-registration necessary.

STARTS:

October 5th - program

ongoing, pay-as-you-go

ENDS:

May 10th

COST:

$4.00 per person, per day

LOCATION: York Middle School Gym

DAYS:

Sundays

TIMES:

8:00am – 10:00am

Volleyball League – Coed - King or Queen of the Court

Once again we will be offering a coed volleyball league on

Wednesday evenings at the York Middle School. This league will

run for 12 weeks. “King or Queen” candidates carry accumulative

point totals from each match with them throughout the league.

Most points at the end of the league is……”King or Queen of the

Court”. Prior to each match, teams are determined by luck of the

draw. Registration is on an individual

basis, game points are on an

individual basis. Sound like fun?

Well, it is! Join us.

MUST BE CLASS “C” PLAYER OR ABOVE


STARTS:

October 1st and February 7th

ENDS:

December 17th and March 25th

COST:

$60.00 per Resident / $70.00 per Non-Resident


DAYS:

Wednesdays

TIMES:

6:30pm


Baseball and T-ball for boys and girls

T-Ball – Boys and Girls ages 4 - 6

This is a six-week program designed for boys and girls ages 4 – 6

years of age. The intent is to teach the basic rules and skills of the

sport as well as promote team play and sportsmanship. At this level

the majority of players hit from a tee. Four year old boys and girls

are eligible to participate if they are 4 years old by December 31st,

2014, and parents feel they are ready.

COACHES can pick up the team uniform and rosters at the Parks

and Recreation Office at Grant House, on Wednesday, April 29th

between 8:30am and 4:30pm. We will be available to answer any

questions that you may have at that time. If you are unable to

make it during our office hours, please let us know and we can

make other arrangements for pick up.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through April 17th

STARTS:

League Begins May 4th

ENDS:

June 12th

COST:

$60.00 Residents / $70.00 Non-residents

LOCATION: Coastal Ridge Elementary School

DAYS:

Weeknights

TIMES:

5:30pm or 6:30pm

National League Baseball –

Boys and Girls ages 7 and 8

This is a developmental baseball program for boys and girls ages

7 and 8. All hitters are pitched to from the mound or a pitching

machine is used and particular emphasis is placed on skill

development. Pre-season scrimmages are held at the end of April.


and Recreation Office at Grant House, on Wednesday, April 22nd






STARTS:

National League Begins April 27th with

scrimmages prior to start of league

ENDS:

June 12th

COST:


LOCATION: Village Elementary School

DAYS:

Weeknights

TIMES:

5:30pm or 6:30pm

Children’s Programs

Basketball - Kindergarten

and 1st Together

This will be a fun-filled program, with the

main emphasis on FUN! Children have an

opportunity to learn shooting skills and

fundamentals of dribbling and passing.

The hoops will be lowered to 8 feet.

This 10-week program is held Saturday

mornings at the York Village Elementary

School Gym beginning Saturday,

December 6th, and running through

February 14th.

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COACHES will receive a team roster

and schedule before December 6th and will be asked to contact

their team with first meeting time information. T-shirts will be

issued to all teams at the first session.

NOTE: Please be advised that there is a deadline date for sign-ups on all

programs to allow us the time to organize teams and league schedules.

There will be a $10.00 late fee per child for our basketball programs. We

hope this will encourage you to sign up early, as registrations will only be

accepted, after the deadline date, if room permits.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through November 28th

STARTS:

December 6th

ENDS:

February 7th

COST:


LOCATION: York Village Elementary School Gym

DAYS:

TIMES:

Saturdays

Schedule of 1 hour drills and games played

between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm – depending on

number of teams


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Youth Basketball League – 2nd Grade Students

The 2nd Grade students will play in a league of their own and the

program will run for 12 weeks. The season will begin with 2 weeks

of skill development. The next 10 weeks you will continue to learn

new skills and drills as you play in this non -competitive league. This

second grade program allows us to offer more individual attention in

learning the fundamentals and skills of the game.

COACHES will receive a team roster before November 1st and will

be asked to contact their team with first meeting time information.

T-shirts will be issued to all teams after the 2nd week of the program.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through October 20th

STARTS:

November 1st

ENDS:

January 24th

COST:


LOCATION: Coastal Ridge Elementary School Gym

DAYS:

TIMES:

Saturdays

Weekly Rotating Schedule of 1 hour games

played from 8:00am on - depending on number

of teams

Youth Basketball Leagues – Grades 3rd – 9th

Saturday games with Sunday clinics

Get out and “Play Every Day”!!!

Our youth basketball program involves nearly 500 children, volunteer

coaches and officials in a fun-filled but competitive, instructional

setting every Saturday, with Sunday afternoon clinics, from November

through Mid-February. All games are played either at York Middle School

or Coastal Ridge Elementary School between 8:00am and 3:00pm,

beginning November1st. Games are played every hour on the hour and

schedules will be available prior to the start of the season.

The first 2 weeks of the program will consist of skill development, so that

you start the basketball season with some knowledge under your belt.

Throughout the season we will continue to offer skills and drills during the

games, and between games. New this year! Track your teams progress on

the weekly, team brackets in the lobby of the Middle School, all games will

be officiated. Please keep in mind when registering that you are part of a

team, the success of your team depends upon player participation.

The schedules for skill development, as well as all of our programs,

will be available on our website at www.yorkparksandrec.org.

COACHES will receive a team roster before November 1st and will

be asked to contact their team with first meeting time information.

T-shirts will be issued to all teams after the 2nd week of the program.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through October 20th

STARTS:

November 1st

ENDS:

February 7th

COST:


LOCATION: York Middle School or Coastal Ridge

Elementary School Gym

DAYS:

TIMES:

Saturdays with Sunday Clinics

Weekly Rotating Schedule of 1 hour games

played from 8:00 am on - depending on

number of teams.

Basketball Clinics and Practices

Every Sunday afternoon during the basketball season we offer clinics

at the Middle School for grades 3 – 9, led by our basketball directors,

so that the players have an opportunity to learn some new skills

and drills. Coaches: Your commitment to help on these Sundays is

extremely important to the program, so please consider this as you

offer to volunteer to coach our youth program on Saturdays. We

can’t do it without you, and your support is greatly appreciated!!

CRES is also open on Sundays, for those coaches that would like to

work with just their team on an individual basis. A signup sheet is

available at CRES every Saturday.


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5th & 6th Grade Traveling Basketball

Boys’ Tryouts Wednesday, November 12th - 5:00 – 6:15pm

and Thursday, November 13th - 5:00 – 6:15pm

Girls’ Tryouts

Wednesday, November 12th - 6:15 – 7:30pm

and Thursday, November 13th - 6:15 – 7:30pm

Tryouts for the girls and boys 5th and 6th grade traveling basketball

teams will be November 12th and November 13th. Practices for

this league will be held twice a week and the game schedule

consists of approximately 12 games plus tournament play. All

students in grades 5 & 6 who are interested in playing in this

competitive league are encouraged to try out!

Before you make the decision to tryout, please consider the following:

Unlike our Saturday basketball program, the traveling teams consist

of just 2 girls teams made up of 12 players maximum, and 2 boys’

teams made up of 12 players maximum, therefore, please be aware

that there will be cuts made. Be sure to talk to your child about this

before the tryouts in order to avoid disappointment.

You must make all tryouts in order to be considered for the team.

This program is a large commitment of time. Practices begin in

December and the season runs through March.

If you have any questions about this program before making the

decision to have your child tryout, please contact Robin Cogger or

Ryan Avery at any time to discuss.

We are looking for several volunteers to help at the tryouts. If you

are interested, please contact the office.

REGISTRATION: Please register to let us know that your child is

trying out – no fee required until after tryouts

STARTS:

End of November

ENDS:

Mid to late March

Approximately 12 games plus tournament play

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

$85.00 due AFTER tryouts

TRYOUTS at York High School,

November 12th and 13th

Games According to Schedule – Travel Teams

Varies according to schedule


Many programs are adversely affected due to participants waiting

until the last minute to register. There is a point when a program

must be cancelled or modified if there are insufficient registrations.

All programs require a high level of coordination which includes

facility scheduling, staffing, volunteer recruitment and the

purchasing of supplies. You will notice many of our programs

have registration deadlines. If there is room after a deadline, late

registrations will be accepted with a late fee and if it is a youth

program your child may not be guaranteed a t-shirt, hat, ball, etc.

We appreciate your cooperation.

Apres Basketball Season – 3rd and 4th graders

3rd and 4th grade travel teams are developing across Southern

Maine and we thought this should be addressed in our community.

The towns that are developing these programs do not offer a

recreational basketball program for their youth, so their alternative is to

offer travel teams for the children that are interested. Because we offer

a quality youth basketball program to all the children in York, we will

not offer a travel team for this age group, as we have a large number of

children participating in our program, and do not agree philosophically

with cutting children at this young age. It could potentially water down

the recreation program to the point that it would adversely affect the

existing program, leaving many children with no alternative for play.

With that said, many coaches and parents pick up a team at the end

of the season and play in the Charlie Brown Tourney as well as other



tourneys in the area and we will support this effort to obtain practice

time in the gyms at the end of our season. We think this is the right

option for the kids, but we certainly welcome all feedback. Please

contact Robin Cogger with any questions or concerns.

Mud Season Basketball

5th – 8th Grade Boys and Girls

This six week program is for students grades 5-8

that are looking to improve their game of basketball

through individual evaluations and player oriented

goals. Are you looking for some help and/or

direction for your game? Are you looking to

renew your confidence and skill preparation?

Are you looking to identify goals? This

developmental program is for you. The

program will be geared toward individual

and team concepts. Fridays and Saturdays

will focus on skill prep, including but not limited to, shooting,

position specific skills, defense, rebounding, boxing out, ball

handling and footwork. Sundays will be the day you can put all of

your hard work to the test by playing games that will reinforce the

learned skills. The program will run three days a week for an hour

each session and will be limited to 12 participants per hour. We’ll

add as many hours as needed to accommodate all those interested

in developing their skills.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through March 6th

STARTS:

March 14th

ENDS:

April 18th

COST:



DAYS:

Friday, Saturday and Sunday

TIMES: Fridays 5:30pm / Saturdays 9:00am /

Sundays 5:30pm

21st Annual Christmas Travel Basketball

Tournament

Grades 5 and 6

The York Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring the

21st Annual Christmas Basketball Tournament to be held during

Christmas Vacation week. This tournament is open to boys and

girls in grades 5 & 6. This is a double elimination tournament and

the number of teams is limited. Teams must register early. Awards

will be issued to the top two teams in each division. Registration

forms available in office or at our website www.yorkparksandrec.org.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS TOURNAMENT FILLS QUICKLY – DO

NOT HESITATE TO REGISTER.

REGISTRATION:

STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

As long as space is available through December 5th

TBA

TBA

$150.00 per team

Varies according to schedule – York Schools

Christmas Vacation Week


Wildcat Invitational Holiday Tournament

We are pleased to announce that, in conjunction with the York

High School Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball Programs, we will be,

once again, hosting this exciting tournament during the Christmas

vacation week. We invite you to join us to cheer on the Home

Town Wildcats as they take on varsity teams from Maine, New

Hampshire and Massachusetts. Boys teams this year will include

the home town York Wildcats, the Green Wave of Dover, NH, The

Marshwood Hawks, and the Sanford Spartans. Girls Teams will

include the York Wildcats, Spaulding High School from Rochester

NH., The ladies from Hanover, NH, and from West Newbury, MA,

Pentucket Regional. Games will be played at

the York High School Gymnasium beginning at

3:00pm on Friday, December 26th and Saturday,

December 27th. The admission fee is

$2.00 per student and $4.00 per adult.

Come to one game or take them all in.

Full concessions available along with half

time fun planned for fans. Paint your face,

bring some signs, wear blue and white, get in the

spirit and plan to join us to cheer our YHS Wildcats

on to victory. Please check our website; www.

yorkparksandrec.org for a complete tournament

schedule in December.


25th Annual Charlie Brown

Memorial Basketball Classic

The York Parks and Recreation Department, along with the York

Police Association will be sponsoring the Annual Charlie Brown

Memorial Basketball Classic Tournament beginning Friday, February

27th – Sunday, March 8th at the York Middle School and York High

School Gyms. Our previous tournaments have been a huge success.

Since its inception in 1990 this tournament has raised well over

$200,000.00 for youth-based community initiatives. We are looking

forward to another exciting and profitable tournament. Tournament

divisions are boys and girls 3rd and 4th grade, 5th and 6th grade and

7th and 8th grade. The tournament is double elimination and prizes

are awarded to the winners in each division. Team registrations are

available in our office or at our website www.yorkparksandrec.org.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS TOURNAMENT FILLS QUICKLY – DO

NOT HESITATE TO REGISTER.

We welcome all teams from recreation level, school teams and AAU.

REGISTRATION: As long as space is available through February 6th

STARTS:

Friday, February 27th

ENDS:

Sunday, March 8th

COST: Grades 3 – 8 $150.00

LOCATION: Varies according to schedule

York High School and York Middle School

DAYS:


TIMES:


Flag Football League

Ages 7 & 8 and Ages 9 & 10 - Considered by many as the skills

version of American football, Flag Football is a version of American

football that is popular across the U.S. The basic rules of the game

are similar to those of the professional game, but instead of tackling

players to the ground, the defensive team must remove a flag or flag

belt from the ball carrier (“de-flagging”) to end a down. Players wear


a belt with flags around the waist. The only contact is above the waist

blocking at the line of scrimmage. Like touch football, flag football was

designed in an effort to minimize injuries that playing tackle football

could bring. Our emphasis is on fun and friendly competition, as well

as an opportunity for kids to practice the “skill” portions of the game.

Depending upon numbers, we will look to create balanced Flag

Football teams, which compete each week. Fun, fitness and skill

development are the themes. The atmosphere is welcoming and

friendly, as is the play. Each week will begin with 15-20 minutes of

warm-ups and skill development followed by game play.

Dynamic stretching focuses on “limbering” the body during athletic

movements. It is an effective means of preparing the body for athletic play.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until February 19th

STARTS:

February 26th

ENDS:

April 2nd

COST:


LOCATION: York Sports Center

DAYS:

Thursdays

TIMES:

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Flag Football

Grades 6, 7 and 8

The Parks and Recreation Department will be

offering another flag football league, so sign up now!

You will learn how to develop your knowledge

of the passing game in football as well as your

pass coverage skills. We will cover different

defensive and offensive strategies and will

instruct the players in a safe, non-contact environment. An emphasis

will be placed on skill development and creating a safe competitive

atmosphere to challenge the players. Balanced teams will be created

and the playing format will follow the 7 on 7 passing leagues that are

being used around the country.10-15 minutes of dynamic stretching

will be followed by 10-15 minutes of individual skill development then

followed by game play. Knowledgeable instructors will be present to

ensure a safe atmosphere and for proper instruction. The goal of this

program is to provide increased development of football skills to the

players and to have FUN in a competitive football setting. No pads/no

contact, just fun and instruction. Join us!


Starts:

March 5th

Ends:

April 9th

Cost:


Location: York Sports Center, Route 1

Days:

Thursdays

Times:

4:30pm – 5:30pm


18 Senior Programs


School Vacation Week Horseback Riding Camp

at Surf Point Stables – Ages 6 and up

Come experience the joy of horses with

the folks at Surf Point Stables! Campers

will ride daily in a structured lesson as well

as have the opportunity to play games on

horseback. Daily activities will be based

around learning the basics of horse and

stable care including grooming, tacking and

un-tacking, bandaging, braiding, breeds,

lunging, first-aid, bathing and much more.

Campers will also do horse related crafts

during each of these 4-day camps. A fun

horse show will take place at the end of

each camp.

Campers should bring a daily water bottle, lunch and snack. Long pants

are needed for riding and campers should be dressed for cold winter

temperatures. Closed toed shoes with a heel are needed. Surf Point will

supply certified helmets but campers are welcome to bring their own.

REGISTRATION : Ongoing through December 15th or

February 2nd

STARTS:

December 29th and February 17th

ENDS:

January 2nd (no camp January 1st)

and February 20th

COST:


LOCATION: Surf Point Stables – Surf Point Road, York

DAYS:

December – Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri.

February – Tues., Wed., Thur., Fri

TIMES:

9:00am – 2:00pm

Looking for a fun place to have a birthday party? Surf Point

Stables is happy to help you host your child’s next party. For more

information contact them at 207-361-7149.


Children’s Shaolin Kenpo Karate

8-week sessions, two weeknights, ongoing, year-round

The Parks and Recreation Department will be offering karate

classes for children ages 5 and up. Martial arts training for kids

will show marked improvement in confidence, mutual respect,

self-esteem, academics, coordination and concentration. Seacoast

Martial Arts combines traditional and modern teaching methods

making this program motivational and fun. These classes will be

offered Monday and Wednesday evenings at the York Middle

School PE Room, beginning Monday, November 10th, and will run

for 8 weeks through Wednesday, January 8th.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing throughout the year in 8 week sessions

STARTS:

November 10th

ENDS:

January 7th – No classes December 24th

or December 31st

COST:


LOCATION: York Middle School Multi-Purpose Room

DAYS:

TIMES:

Mondays and Wednesdays

Beginner - White Belt – Orange

5:00pm – 5:45 pm

Intermediate - Purple Belt – Blue

5:45pm – 6:30pm

Advanced - Blue Stripe and up

6:45pm – 7:45pm

Winter Lacrosse- For grades Kindergarten -Second (co-ed)

AND Grades 3 – 8 (boys only)

Gear up for spring….We will be offering a K-2 and 3 -8 boys lacrosse

program on Thursdays at the York Sports Center, directed by Mark

Anastas. The kindergarten – 2nd grade program is co-ed. Grades

3 – 8 is for boys only.

The goal of the program is to have our players leave as better skilled,

more confident athletes. We will help to develop a player’s all-around

game, while allowing each camper time to focus on different player

positions. We will work to improve their general lax IQ, emphasizing

strategy, techniques, and teamwork. This understanding of the game

of lacrosse will be taught through drills and intra-camp scrimmages.

Children, K – 2 need only provide their own stick if possible (we

will have some on hand).

Players 3 – 8 will need to bring a helmet, arm and shoulder pads,

athletic supporter, stick, glove and mouth guard.

Our instruction will cover the following skill set:

Catching, Throwing, Cradling, Shooting, Dodging

Checking, Defending, Attacking, Goalie Skills, Passing

Switching Hands, Face Off, Scooping



REGISTRATION: Ongoing through February 26th

STARTS:

March 5th

ENDS:

April 9th

COST:

K – 2: $65.00 Resident / $75.00 Non-resident

Grades 3 – 8: $85.00 Resident

$95.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: York Sports Center, Route 1

DAYS:

Thursdays

TIMES:

K – 2: 5:30pm – 6:30pm (co-ed)

Grades 3 – 8: 6:30pm – 8:00pm (boys only)

Spring Lacrosse – For grade K - 2

Our program for grades K - 2 is designed to teach the

basics of lacrosse to beginners and to provide a great

learning experience while developing each individual

player to his fullest potential in a safe, fun environment.

Player development is the most important (yet often

times, least emphasized) component of youth lacrosse.

This program enhances and encourages lacrosse-specific skills

and teaches players how to implement those skills in game

situations.


STARTS:

April 25th

ENDS:

June 13th

COST:


LOCATION: Bog Road Fields

DAYS:

Saturday mornings

TIMES:

10:30am – 11:30am

The only equipment necessary at this level of play is a mouth piece

and a lacrosse stick.

Lacrosse – For grades 2, 3 & 4

We will be offering a second, third and fourth grade program on

Saturday mornings at the Bog Road Fields. Additional practices

during the week will be added at the coaches’ discretion.

Girls will need goggles, mouth guards, gloves, and sticks.

Boys will need a helmet, arm and shoulder pads, athletic supporter,

stick, gloves and mouth guard.

Practice time will focus on rules, techniques and skill development

such as throwing, catching, cradling and shooting along with the

rules of the game. This league will be mostly instructional with time

set aside for non-competitive play. We will be scheduling several

games with other towns that have 2/3/4 teams such as Marshwood

and Biddeford, so there will be travel involved in your schedule.


STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

April 25th

June 13th


Bog Road Fields

Saturday mornings, weekday practice and

some weeknight games

9:00am – 10:30am

Lacrosse – For grades 5 - 8

Boys and girls at this level will have their own teams. The league

will once again focus on skill development, throwing, catching

cradling and shooting. Games will be scheduled with surrounding

area towns, so be prepared to travel.

This program requires a major commitment of time. A typical week

will include at least 2 practices and a 10 – 12 game season. We

strongly recommend that you choose just one activity during this

spring season as all practices for lacrosse are mandatory in order to

play in the games.

This program will not be limited this year, however, it is still

necessary to register before the deadline date. With that in mind,

volunteer coaches and assistants are needed. No experience

is necessary, as we will be offering a coaches training clinic to

teach new volunteers the basics of the game. Please consider

volunteering your time….Give us a call!

Boys will need to bring a helmet, arm and shoulder pads, athletic

supporter, stick, gloves and mouth guard.

Girls will need goggles mouth guards, gloves and a stick.

Shirts, balls and goalie equipment will be provided for all levels of

play.

The Coaches Meeting will be held Wednesday, March 18th at

5:00pm at the Parks and Recreation Office at Grant House. Email


addresses are requested at the time of registration, to help in

our communication with you concerning changes in practices

or schedules, due to inclement weather. All changes will also be

posted on our website at www.yorkparksandrec.org. Be sure to

check daily for updates.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing – March 20th

STARTS:

Mid April - depending on when we can get

on the fields

ENDS:

Mid June

COST:


LOCATION: Bog Road Fields

DAYS:

Weeknight/weekend games and practices

TIMES:

Varies according to schedules

Shawnee Peak “Ski…riffic” Program

The York Parks and Recreation Department will be offering this

program to all Middle School students and High School Students

beginning in January. Shawnee Peak is the longest running ski

area in Maine and offers the most night skiing in New England.

Snowmaking is a constant and the freestyle terrain Park is huge

with the double “C” box, rainbow rail slide, straight rail, jumps and

hits of all sizes. Wow, what a blast. We will be heading to Shawnee

Peak in the comfort of a coach bus from the Middle School and the

York High School on the following dates at 2:15pm.

• Friday, January 9th


• Friday, January 23rd


• Friday, February 6th - In service Day - Day trip to Shawnee Peak

Pre-registration is mandatory and will be taken on a first come

first serve basis. A parent or guardian must fill out release forms in

advance. Space is limited (the deadline for each trip is the Monday

before the next ski date). Rentals are available at an additional

charge. If you are interested in chaperoning, please call the office

and speak to Robin at 363-1040.

*** If a trip is cancelled we will do our best to make it up, however,

please remember you must re-register for the trip. We will not

automatically transfer your registration ***

REGISTRATION: Ongoing – Deadline is each Monday

prior to the next ski date.

STARTS:

January 9th

ENDS:

February 6th

COST:

TBA- Prices unavailable at the time of print

LOCATION: York Middle School and York High School

DAYS:

Fridays

TIMES: Leave School 2:15pm – On bus at 9:00pm /

Back to YMS or YHS 10:45pm


Back by Popular Demand!

Gunstock Mountain Friday Night Ski Trips

When most mountains go to sleep, Gunstock Mountain Resort

comes alive. The Magic begins with a flick of the switch!

Whether it’s after work, after school, or after you’ve got it all done,

catch the winter thrill of skiing, riding, and tubing at Gunstock

Mountain Resort on 21 well-lit trails and 5 lifts.

When the sun goes down, so does the price of cruising and playing.

And best yet, Gunstock Mountain Resort is committed to making

your night on the slopes just as good as your day. See more at:

http://www.gunstock.com/winter/night/#sthash.ue8ALT3B.dpuf

REGISTRATION: Ongoing – Deadline is each Monday

prior to the next ski date.

DATES:

February 13th and February 27th

COST:

TBA- Prices unavailable at the time of print

LOCATION: York Middle School and York High School

DAYS:

Fridays

TIMES: Leave School 2:15pm – On bus at 9:00pm /

Back to YMS or YHS 10:45pm

Healthy Hometowns Cross Country Ski Rental

Program – Don’t Miss out!!!

For Children Ages 5 – 8th Grade

Many people choose to live in Maine for the healthy, safe lifestyle

we’re able to enjoy here. Contrary to the image of our state,

however, Maine is ranked at, or near the top of the nation for the

incidence of childhood obesity, childhood type II diabetes, childhood

smoking and asthma. Alcohol and drug use among middle school

and high school populations have reached alarming levels as well. If

we are to make a difference in the lives of Maine’s children, we must

commit to the hard work of being there for them on a daily basis,

identify the barriers they face in living healthy lives and address each

of them in sustainable, practical and effective ways.

Through the Healthy Hometowns Ski Program, Maine Winter

Sports Center is already making a difference in the lives of

thousands of Maine children.

Now for the Nuts and Bolts of this unbelievable opportunity: With

the help of the Healthy Hometown ski program and the Maine

Winter Sports Center, you can rent cross country boots, skis and

poles for the season. On Tuesday, December 2nd at 6:00pm at

the Grant House we will have a sizing night for all those people

interested in renting equipment. The Equipment will then become

available for you to pick up at the Grant House sometime around

mid-December and you get to keep it for the entire season.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until November 24th



STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

DAYS:

TIMES:

December – Read above

End of winter

$65.00 Resident

$75.00 Non-resident for the entire season

Sizing night – December 2nd

6:00pm at the Grant House

Cross Country (Nordic) Skiing

Grades 1 – 4

This is a fun 10 week-long (Monday’s only) youth cross-country ski

program for children in 1st - 4th grade. We focus on creating a fun

group dynamic and learning atmosphere through games that teach

children the basics of classic and skate skiing, balance development

through play and movement on skis, and a sense of accomplishment

& appreciation of the lifelong sport of Cross Country Skiing. We

provide the opportunity for children to learn the benefits of long-term

commitment, outdoor preparedness, and a solid love of the outdoors!

COACHES: Scott & Jana Doughty. Scott Doughty is a former USA

Biathlon Team Skier. He previously skied for the UNH Ski Team and

has a very supportive and positive attitude. Jana assisted coaching

the Youth program in 2013/2014 and looks forward to returning.

Sessions will be organized by Laura Creagan. Laura is a US Ski and

Snowboard (USSA) Coach, Professional Ski Instructor of America and

New England Nordic Ski Association Ski Coach. She is also an ACSM

certified Personal Trainer and is Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certified.

Laura has over 15 years of XC ski coaching experience in Maine and

New Hampshire. Laura has a very supportive attitude, a willingness

to share and learn, and a desire to have fun on the snow.

Additionally, skiers are requested to join Agamenticus Ski Club ($25.00

youth fee). Agamenticus Ski Club (ASC) is a regional ski club which

provides educational ski coaching & programming, locally groomed XC

ski trails and trips for regional skiers for the greater York community.

Agamenticus Ski club is a NENSA affiliated ski club and provides an early

link into regional youth XC ski racing opportunities in New England and

additional coaching opportunities. Please see the Agamenticus Ski Club

website at: http://agamenticusski.org for more information.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

It is highly recommended that Youth Skiers Rent skis, boots and poles!!

Rental equipment is available through the Maine Healthy Hometown

Ski Rental Program (see listing in this catalog and sign-up early!!). The

rental program is the best way of getting your children started with

minimal out-of-pocket purchases and on the RIGHT equipment for

maximum enjoyment. Rental equipment does NOT have “fish scales”

on the bottom - so children are unimpeded in the learning process and

are free to glide and kick properly. Renting is the way to go!


***MANDATORY Parent-Skier Informational Meeting Wednesday,

November 19th, at the Recreation Office at 6:30pm. ALL Parents

must attend prior to first ski session.

REGISTRATION:

STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

Ongoing until November 19th

December 8th

March 2nd

$90 per skier includes all coaching, ski wax,

end of season recognition and special treasure

hunt days.

Optional ski weekends require additional cost. (Harris Farm Trails,

Dayton, ME, Pineland Ski Center, and Gunstock will be made

available to skiers, if necessary, in the event of no local snow.)

*Agamenticus Ski Club Membership of $25.00 (paid directly to ASC).

This allows your child to participate in Junior Ski League races.

DAY:

TIMES:

LOCATION:

INFO. NIGHT:

Mondays – Ski Equipment meeting

December 2nd at 6:00pm - Grant House

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Highland Farm Conservation Trails – York Land

Trust (Rt. 91) or alternate location as dictated

by snow

November 19th at 6:30pm at the

Parks and Recreation Office

Agamenticus Ski Club/York Middle School

Cross Country Ski Team

Grades 5 - 8

***MANDATORY Parent-Skier Informational Meeting at York

Middle School on November 18th at 6:30pm. ALL Parents must

attend prior to first practice session.

This program is designed to introduce and improve (for returning

skiers) children in grades 5th-8th (the U12-U14 classes) to train and

try cross-country ski racing. The program focuses on developing

and improving ski technique, general on-ski skills and continuation/

development of classic & skate skiing. Skiers can also look forward to

an occasional “backcountry ski” and at least 2 optional weekend day

ski trips at significantly discounted rates. Skiers are highly encouraged

to compete in local events and to travel with parents to weekend

events. Fall dry land begins in November with practices running on

Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays

through the end of February. We provide the opportunity for children

to learn the benefits of long-term commitment to a challenging set of

skills that involve self-discipline, outdoor preparedness, and a love of

the outdoors. At the finish of the ski season we celebrate with an on

snow family barbecue and recognition of all skiers!

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

It is highly recommended that beginning Middle School Skiers Rent

skis, boots and poles!! Rental equipment is available through the

Maine Healthy Hometown Ski Rental Program (see listing in this

catalog and sign-up early!!). The rental program is the best way of

getting your children started with minimal out-of-pocket purchases

and on the RIGHT equipment for maximum enjoyment. Rental

equipment does NOT have “fish scales” on the bottom - so children

are unimpeded in the learning process and are free to glide and

kick properly. Renting is the way to go!

COACHES: Laura Creagan, a US Ski & Snowboard Association (USSA)

Coach, Professional Ski Instructor of America (PSIA) and New England

Nordic Ski Association member coach. In 2014, Laura also served as

the U16 New England Jr. National Girls Cross Country Ski Team Coach

in the USSA Jr. National Championships in Stowe, Vermont.

Scott Doughty, a former USA Biathlon Team Skier. He also

previously skied for the UNH Ski Team.

Registration for this program opens Oct 1st and can be done at

www.agamenticusski.org

STARTS:

November 20th

ENDS:

February 26th

COST:

$250.00 per skier (Additional membership

with ASC $25.00)

DAY:

Tuesdays and Thursdays in November

and December

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in

January and February

TIME:

3:30pm – 4:30pm – November and December

3:30pm - 5:00pm – January and February

LOCATION: Highland Farm Preserve, York, Maine or

alternate location based on snow


WinterKids Passport

for all Maine 5th, 6th and 7th graders

is your ticket to winter fun!

Whether you’re new to winter sports or a seasoned “pro,” the

WinterKids Passport will help you get outside and active more

often in the winter, with free and discounted tickets, lessons,

and rentals at over 50 areas all over Maine! From downhill and

cross country skiing to ice skating and snow tubing, the Passport

offers something for everyone! Over $1800 value!

$25.00 Processing Fee – Scholarships available

Order your WinterKids Passport today at www.winterkids.org or

call us at 207-871-5700 ext. 106



StoryWalkTM & Interpretive Trail - Year-round

The StoryWalkTM program combines the benefits of physical activity,

time outdoors in nature, literacy and family time by taking children’s

books and posting them, in pieces, along a recreational path or

hiking trail. Discover this fall’s feature: “Forest Bright Forest Night”

by Jennifer Ward and Illustrated by Jamichael Henterly. Then be sure

to check back for a new winter feature. To find the beginning, start

at the base parking area and then follow the pages along the Turtle

Loop and the self-guided interpretive trail to the summit.

Volunteer Coaching – We need your help!

Please don’t hesitate to volunteer to coach! You don’t have to be in the

coaches’ hall of fame to help coach any of our leagues. In every situation,

the parks and recreation department provides leadership on the field or on

the court, with a program director who runs the league and refs the games.

Your job, in most situations, is to make sure every child has equal playing

time and to insure that the kids are having fun…so please think about it. Our

programs are only as good as the volunteers who help us. Thank you!

Soccer

L’il Tikes, Mites and Bantam

Indoor Gym Soccer

Lil Tikes Ages 3 & 4, Mites Ages 5 & 6,

Bantams Ages 7 & 8

This spring we’re taking it to the

gym! Join us for indoor gym soccer at

York Middle School. Our “goal” (pun

intended) will be on FUN! We’ll be

focusing on the skills of confidence,

dexterity, coordination, endurance,

positioning and rules. This program is

designed for children ages 3 - 8 and will be offered on Saturdays,

beginning March 14th.


and Recreation Office at Grant House, on Tuesday, March 3rd,





REGISTRATION: Ongoing through March 6th

STARTS:

March 14th

ENDS:

April 18th

COST:


LOCATION: York Middle School

DAYS:

TIMES:

Saturdays

11:00am – 2:00pm – Varies according

to schedule


Preschool Sports with Gymheroes

We are pleased to introduce and welcome gymheroes to our lineup

of activities for the youngest of our community members. These

classes are designed for preschoolers, ages 3-5, to get their bodies

moving and flexible all while having fun! Children develop basic

skills used in sports such as soccer, t-ball, hockey, golf and more

during weekly classes. Teamwork and friendship are a focus as we

take turns and cheer on our classmates. Children are developing

healthy habits through fun and sports play helping to build

confidence and emotional well-being. Each sport-specific class will

be offered in a 4 week session, once per week on Wednesdays, at

the Activity Room at Our School Nursery School at Landmark Hill.

This program has strict minimum and maximum enrollment limit,

early registration is recommended.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until one week prior to the start of

each new session or until class is full

STARTS:

Basketball- November 12th

Golf - January 7th

Hockey - February 4th

T-Ball - March 11th

ENDS:

Basketball – December 10th

(NO class on November 26th)

Golf - January 28th

Hockey - March 4th (No class on February 18th)

T-Ball – April 1st

COST:

$40.00 per person, per session

LOCATION: Our School Nursery School at Landmark Hill,

Rte. 1, just over the York line in Kittery

DAYS:

Wednesdays

TIMES:

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Swimming

WINTER REGISTRATION DATE! THURSDAY, JANUARY 8th

Registration can be done on line from the comfort of your home

or office, or you can register at the office. No registrations will be

taken over the phone the first day of registration.

Through the generosity of the Anchorage Inn on Long Sands Beach in

York, we are again able to offer swimming lessons this fall and winter.

Thank you!! These Red Cross Certified swimming lessons will be

geared toward Parent-tot and levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and stroke enhancement

swimmers. Classes are held once a week, for an 8-week session on

Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons for 45 minutes. These

classes are limited and fill quickly, so don’t hesitate to register. Please

have your child ready to swim when you arrive. There is a small

changing room for use after the class.

Children ages 5 and up are eligible to register for swimming levels.

Children under age 5 must take parent-tot swimming lessons.

Registrations will be taken at York Parks and Recreation Office,

Route 1, Grant House/Goodrich Park, York, ME 03909 or on our


website. Resident registrations may be done in person or on line

on registration day. Telephone registrations will be accepted the

day following registration day. Non-resident registrations will be

accepted the following Mondays.

To insure maximum safety at all times, parents are asked to stay

during swim lessons, so please plan accordingly.

Winter Schedule

Monday 3:45 Parent-tot

Tuesday 3:45 Level I & II

4:15 Level I & II

4:30 Level III

5:00 Level III

5:15 Level IV and stroke enhancement

Wednesday 3:45 Level I & II

4:30 Level I & II

5:15 Level IV and stroke enhancement

REGISTRATION:

STARTS/ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

Begins Thursday, January 8th at 8:30am

Starts Week of January 26th

Ends Week of March 23rd

(No classes February vacation)


Anchorage Inn, Long Beach Avenue

Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays



Hammerhead Wrestling Program

Hammerhead Wrestling Systems seeks to provide instruction in

all areas of amateur folk style & freestyle wrestling, to prepare

athletes for success in the sport of wrestling. This is to be achieved

through a proprietary instructional and belt-level system. Much like

the martial arts, Hammerhead Wrestling recognizes and ranks skill

attainment and progression with award belts similar to those made

popular in MMA and the UFC. Open to wrestlers Grades 1 - 12;

this program is being held in conjunction with the York Parks and

Recreation Department. Each session is open to all area wrestlers

regardless of town of residence. Take advantage of our NEW Full

Year Options which includes all sessions for Youth and Middle

School/High School Divisions (see pricing and dates below). Check

out www.hammerheadwrestling.com for more details or call Bryan

Thompson at 207-337-3959.

The Hammerhead Wrestling Club, based right here in York, is back

and bigger than ever!

This program will be run at the York High School Wrestling room.

The schedule is as follows:

Youth Wrestling – Grades 1 – 6

Times for all sessions: Every T/Th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fall Session – 8 Weeks - October 1st through November 19th

Registration fee - $90.00

Winter Session – 8 Weeks - December 10th through February 12th

(No wrestling the weeks of 12/23 & 12/30/13)


Mini Spring Session – 5 Weeks - March 3rd – April 2nd

Registration Fee - $60.00

Spring Session – 8 Weeks - March 24th through May 14, 2015


NEW!!! FULL YEAR OPTION – Includes all sessions for $290.00

Middle School/High School – Grades 7 – 12

Times for all sessions: Every T/Th, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Fall Session – 8 Weeks - October 1st through November 19th


Winter Session – 8 Weeks - December 10th through February 12th

(No wrestling the weeks of 12/23 & 12/30/13)


Spring Session – 8 Weeks - March 24th through May 14, 2015


NEW!!! FULL YEAR OPTION – Includes all sessions for $250.00

Any questions or details - please contact

Bryan Thompson, club director, at 207-337-

3959 or visit www.hammerheadwrestling.

com for more information. Much like

the martial arts, Hammerhead Wrestling

Systems seeks to recognize and rank skill

attainment and progression with award

belts. Fashioned after championship belts

made popular in MMA and the UFC, the

proprietary belt system and instructional

program focuses on instruction in all areas

of amateur folk style & freestyle wrestling,

to prepare athletes for success in the sport.

The ultimate objectives of the Hammerhead system are:

• To provide guided early instruction in a non-competitive

environment.

• To build leadership, academic, responsibility, and selfdiscipline

attitudes.

• To continue mastery of folk style/freestyle technique through

the encouragement of competition and leadership in later

stages of the system.

• To ensure the enjoyment of the sport of wrestling into high

school and beyond.


Youth Enrichment Programs

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Art in Nature - Seacoast Science

Grades K - 4

Every day will feature hands-on art projects inspired by the natural

world around us. Explore and learn outdoors as you create fun

and exciting crafts to take home. Learn how you can use leaves,

branches and sand to make beautiful works of art. Bring your

imagination and get creative!

INSTRUCTOR: Seacoast Science Staff

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until December 31st

STARTS:

January 7th

ENDS:

February 4th

COST:



DAYS:

Wednesdays

TIMES:

3:15pm - 4:15pm

LIMIT: 15

American Girl Doll Holiday Dress-Up Tea Party

and Cookie Swap

Girls Ages 7 - 12

The honor of your presence is requested for afternoon tea! The

York Harbor Inn has, once again, graciously opened their Hillcroft

Room for this very special event and we hope that you and your

doll will plan to join us. We’ll treat you both like princesses…

serving you tea, finger sandwiches, pastries, petit fours and hot

fudge sundaes. We’ll even teach you some tea party etiquette.

You and your doll will have the opportunity to participate in

some fun activities including some favorite crafts of a few of the

American Girl Dolls. There will be tea party favors and wonderful

memories, not to mention a delicious plateful of cookies to take

home with you. For the cookie swap please bring 2 dozen of your

favorite holiday cookies to share. We ask that you please include a

recipe card for those that may have food allergies. Space is limited

at the Inn – we encourage you to register early!

This program is a drop-off and pick-up program.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing - while space is available

STARTS/ENDS: Sunday, December 7th

COST:

$30.00 per girl

LOCATION: The York Harbor Inn, Rte. 1A, York Harbor

TIMES:

Drop off at 1:00pm – Pick up at 2:30pm

Don’t forget to check out the schools’ websites for updated flyers

and information on new programs that we will be linking to

periodically throughout the year. These same programs will also

be available on our website and through a monthly newsletter

that we will send to our participants via email and will be posted

on our website. We want to keep in touch and Play Every Day!

IMPORTANT: INSTRUCTORS MEET ALL BUSSES FOR THE YOUTH

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS WHEN STUDENTS ARE GOING FROM

ONE SCHOOL TO THE OTHER!

Kindergym – New Day and Location!

Toddlers through age 3

Your child will love it, and so will you! We are looking for all

children who are walking, through age 3, to bring their parents

along to our Kindergym program! This is an opportunity for

the parent and child to engage in activities geared toward


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coordination, mobility, and large motor skill development together.

It will also be a great social atmosphere for children and parents

alike! It will prove to be a wonderful bonding time for you and

your child. The next session of Kindergym will get underway

November 24th and will run for 6 weeks. Additionally sessions will

follow throughout the winter. We look forward to seeing you then.

REGISTRATION: 6 week session or pay as you go drop-in

STARTS:

Drop-in is ongoing / Session begins November

24th (new sessions every six weeks)

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

Ongoing

$5.00 per day per child or

$8.00 per family drop-in

$25.00 per child per session or

$40.00 per family per session

Our School Nursery School Activity Room at

Landmark Hill, just over the York line in Kittery

(Above Domino’s)

Mondays

9:30am – 10:15am

Nature Club - White Pines

Grades 1 and 2

Join our all, outdoor Nature Club for fun and educational games as

we explore nearby woodlands, swamps and waters- learning about

the plants & animals we share our neighborhood with. Nature

Club is an all-outdoor, program (even if it’s an indoor recess day) –

please send your child in clothes & footwear that can get filthy, and

well prepared for that day’s weather.

INSTRUCTOR: White Pine Staff

REGISTRATION:

STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

Ongoing

Fall Session - September 29th - November 24th

(no program 10/13)

Winter Session - January 26th – March 23rd

(no program 2/16)

Spring Session - March 30th – June 1st

(no program 4/20 and 5/25)

See dates above


Coastal Ridge Elementary

Mondays

3:00pm to 4:45pm

Nature Club - White Pines

Grades 3 and 4

Go further... Go deeper... Our all, outdoor Nature Club takes us

adventuring through the woods and waters behind Coastal. We’ll

be exploring, playing games, investigating natural mysteries and

strengthening our understanding and connections with nature.

Nature Club is an all-outdoor program (even if it’s an indoor recess

day) – please send your child in clothes & footwear that can get

filthy, and well prepared for that day’s weather.

INSTRUCTOR: White Pine Staff

REGISTRATION:

STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

Ongoing

Fall Session - September 30th - December 9th

(no program 11/4 - 11/11 - 11/25)

Winter Session - January 27th - March 24th

(no program 2/17)

Spring Session - March 31st – May 26th

(no program 4/21)

See dates above


Coastal Ridge Elementary

Tuesdays

3:00pm to 4:45pm


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“A CHRISTMAS CAROL”

AGES: YOUNG AND OLD – ALL AGES – COME ONE, COME ALL

(Elementary age children will bus over to YMS at 3pm)

It is never too early to think about the holidays as this years production

of Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol” is full of changes, new set pieces and

a new dance. Join Father Christmas, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and all the

ghosts for a fanciful good time filled with songs and dance. There is

one thing we still need: YOU! Join us this year for our annual full-scale

production of this classic that is fast becoming York’s liveliest tradition.

All of your favorite songs, scenes and dances that have entertained us

over the years will remain while this updated script will give performers

even more to cheer about. A roving gang of narrators will hit the streets

and tell the story of the old miser who finally discovered the true

meaning of Christmas after he is visited by three ghosts. Say no to Bah

Humbug! Have you always wanted to be a part of a Christmas classic

in your own hometown but thought it would never happen. Well now

is the time for you and for all the members of your family to become a

part of the York Parks and Recreation Departments annual production

of Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol”. This experience is one for the

whole family to enjoy, as this community event will feature performers

both young and old, from the experienced to the novice. Why not

do it with your whole family? Rehearsals will take place weekly after

school. Come and be a part of this new, York tradition. Performances

are Saturday December 6th at 7:30pm and Sunday December 7th at

2:00pm at the York High School Auditorium. Elementary age students

can bus to the Middle School and will we meet them at the bus.

REHEARSALS START MONDAY, November 3rd ! The week before the

performance, rehearsals will be at the high school, more info. later. The

Parks and Recreation Department is also looking for adult volunteers

to assist with costumes, sets, lighting, and concessions. For more

information on how to be a part of this Christmas classic please call

the York Parks and Recreation Department at (207) 363-1040 or signup

on-line at www.yorkparksandrec.org

*Please note: Please make sure when signing up your child

that we have your correct email address, there will be

correspondences, throughout the next few months. Also, please

pack a snack for your child. Also children busing over from the

elementary schools may do so, (we will let you know what bus #

to take) and they will be met at the bus stop in front of YMS.

George Hosker-Bouley has worked in York for many years with the

Youth Enrichment and Summer camps. He has staged more than

22 original productions not to mention the more than 40 full scale

musicals he produced as the Executive/Artistic Director of the

Prescott Park Arts Festival and CARPE DIEM Inc. Hosker-Bouley also

performs and runs the Portsmouth Underbelly Tour and currently

teaches improvisational theater throughout New England. He is no

stranger to this holiday season as his A Dickens of a Christmas has

been performed in Hampton for the last ten years.

***Bring a snack and drinks

INSTRUCTOR: George Hosker-Bouley

REGISTRATION:

STARTS:

ENDS:

COST:

LOCATION:

DAYS:

TIMES:

Ongoing through October 29th

November 3rd ***Please note that there will

be no rehearsal on November 26th, but will

have rehearsal on Sat. the 29th, time TBA.

December 7th


York Middle School

Monday and Wednesday and

some Saturdays as needed

Elementary age will bus to the Middle School

at 3:00pm and be picked up at 5:00pm.

Middle School participants will start

rehearsals at 2:00pm.


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Safe Sitter Winter

AGES MUST BE 11 and up

This course is taught by a nurse and is intended

to improve your child’s care skills needed for

babysitting. Your child will be very prepared to start

their babysitting career. Each student completing

the course will receive a certificate that verifies

this training for caring of small infants and toddlers.

The Safe Sitter course has a great deal of information presented

in a short period of time. It is important you are available for

both classes. There will also be a paper that must be signed by

both parent and camper. Please contact the Parks and Recreation

Department for details. This program has a strict enrollment limit

and fills quickly, we suggest registering early.

** Price includes a $35.00 book fee.

**Please bring lunch, snacks and plenty to drink.

INSTRUCTOR: Samantha Pannier

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until January 2nd

STARTS:

January 10th

ENDS:

January 17th

COST:


LOCATION: York Middle School

DAYS:

Two Saturdays

TIMES:

9:00am – 3:00pm

About Storm Days

Youth programs are often cancelled if day

school is cancelled. Cancellations due to

weather will be posted on our website

or you will be notified by email. We will make

every effort to notify you in a timely manner.


Walk the Plank! - Seacoast Science

Grades K - 4

Pirates and Sailors at Sea: Join us as we tell stories of legendary

swashbucklers and salty dogs who spent their days on the open sea.

Hear stories of shipwrecks and perilous ocean crossings. Learn how to

talk like a pirate, make treasure maps, and explore for buried treasure.

By the end of the week you will become a seacoast Pirate. Arrrggg!

INSTRUCTOR: Seacoast Science Staff


STARTS:

March 4th

ENDS:

April 1st

COST:



DAYS:

Wednesdays

TIMES:

3:15pm - 4:15pm

LIMIT: 15

Winter Camp - A School Break Outdoor Day Camp

Ages 6 - 12

Cold, Wind, Snow, Ice, Slush – there are countless excuses for kids to spend

the winter inside. Here’s a good reason to get outside this February break!

With boredom festering during the shortest days of the year,

children now have the option of spending a half a week immersed

in the beauty of winter. Active games, wildlife tracking, snow forts,

fire making and tending, storytelling, crafts- this week will teach

kids to enjoy the snow season in nature.

The 3-day day camp format allows your child to come home for

a warm meal and bed each night, drifting to sleep with images of

tracks, firelight, and winter bird flocks flitting through their dreams.

INSTRUCTOR: Matt Dickinson, of White Pines Staff

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through February 11th

STARTS/ENDS: February 17 – 19, 2015

(Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)

TIMES:

9:00am - 3:00pm

AGES:

6 - 12 (Split into age appropriate groups)

COST: $185.00

Special Events

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Zumba for Kids

Ages 3 – 12

Come dance, jump, wiggle and giggle on Sunday afternoon with all

the other kids! Zumba for kids is a 30 minute am session of fun for

all! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to meet new friends

and burn some energy!


STARTS:

November 2nd and January 4th

ENDS:

December 21st and February 22nd

COST:

$30.00 Resident /$40.00 Non-resident


DAYS:

Sundays

TIMES:

5:30pm – 6:00pm

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YorkDanceSchool.com

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Contemporary, Acro- Dance,

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For ages 2 - 200

Costume Parade and Halloween Hop

The York Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with the

PAL (Parents Alternative to Latchkey) Program and with special help

from the York Police Department, is pleased to once again host this

Halloween event to be held Friday, October 31st at Village Elementary

School. Included in the night’s events is a costume parade that begins

at the Town Hall at 4:30pm, and a Halloween Hop, with great music

and snacks. This event is sure to have something for everyone in the

family. Start planning those costumes now and be sure to join us!

EVENT DATE: Friday, October 31st

COST:

FREE

LOCATION: Parade at Town Hall- Hop at

Village Elementary School

DAY:

Friday

TIME: Costume Parade at 4:30pm –

events to follow until 6:30pm

b

Trick or Treat night is Thursday evening

in York…. the night before Halloween!

New Student Coupon

Bring in this coupon and receive

$10.00 off your first tuition payment

York School of Dance | One York Street | York, Maine | YorkDanceSchool.com


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The Annual Lighting of the Nubble

We invite you to join us for this spectacular community event as we

kick off the holiday season with the Annual Lighting of the Nubble on

Saturday, November 29th, 2014. Festivities get underway at 5:00pm at

Sohier Park with entertainment including the York High School Chamber

Singers. The event includes traditional Christmas melodies along with

kiddie carols - something for the whole family. We’ll have the ever popular

visit from Santa who arrives by way of a York Beach Fire Dept. ladder

truck. We’ll count down together, the seconds before the lighthouse is

lit and adorned in its holiday lights. There’s plenty of hot chocolate and

cookies for all, so we hope you’ll mark your calendar and plan to join us

for this free community event. A COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE SERVICE

IS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE. THE SHUTTLE WILL RUN FROM

ELLIS PARK IN SHORT SANDS BEACH FROM 3:30PM - 7:00PM.

visits with Santa Claus, Contemporary Art and Object Exhibition,

Student Art Exhibit, Christmas Tea, Holiday Film Festival, Sing-a-

Long, Lighting of the Village, Festival of Lights Parade, A Christmas

Carol theatre production, craft fairs, painting with Santa, church

suppers and desserts, and lots more…

Please be on the lookout for detailed festival flyers, complete

with event locations and times, to be distributed throughout the

community closer to the event.

The Festival of Lights is so successful, in large part, to the countless

number of volunteers who help with the numerous events and

programs that take place throughout the weekend. If you have any

interest in volunteering, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We

would welcome your help with any of the events and could surely

find a task that’s right for you.

7th Annual Festival of Art Student Showcase

We are thrilled to have the opportunity to share student art with

the community at this weekend showcase held at the York Art

Association. Special Thanks to the Wonderful art teachers from

the York Schools for making student art available for this show

and to the York Art Association for their generous hospitality. This

showcase will be held during the Festival of Lights Celebration

however details regarding dates, times and the opening reception

are still being worked out, please be sure to check our website in

November at www.yorkparksandrec.org.

2014 Festival of Lights Events

Friday, December 5th - Sunday, December 7th, 2014

The Festival of lights is held annually on the first Saturday of December

to give thanks to the community for making York the delightful place it

is and to celebrate the warmth and tradition of the season. The festival

is hosted by a committee of business people and citizens working

together for the betterment of the community. We hope that you’ll

plan to attend and enjoy one or all of the following events:

The Polar Express, Breakfast with Santa, Festival of Gingerbread

Houses, Greens and Wreaths Sale, Book Sale, Festival of Trees,


Festival of Lights Parade

Join us in kicking off York's Holiday Season with the Festival of Lights

Parade. This event starts the holiday season on Saturday, December

6th at 4:30pm. Applications are available at the York Parks and

Recreation Office and on our website yorkparksandrec.org. All are

welcome!!! We would like to encourage the businesses in York to get

involved in this community parade. What a great way to advertise

your business and at the same time join in the spirit of the holidays

and be involved in your community…a friendly competitive spirit

could put a “best business’” banner on your float this year!!!

Festival of Lights “Jingle Junque” &

Luncheon Event

Visit the York Senior Center on Thursday, December 4th, from

10:00am – 2:00pm and Friday, December 5th from 10:00am

– 2:00pm for this year’s Festival of Light’s Event at the Senior

Center. There’s sure to be something for everyone; “flea market”

treasures, costume jewelry table, and some craft items. A la Carte

Luncheon will be served both days from 11:00am – 1:00pm and

will include chili and hot dogs, chowder and more.

Festival of Lights Holiday Craft Fair

York Senor Center will once again have a table at the Village

Elementary School Festival of Lights Craft Fair on Saturday,

December 6th. Our members have worked hard all year to craft

wonderful items including knitted pieces, jewelry, hand painted

ornaments, and more. We hope you’ll stop by and see us to do

some Holiday shopping!

Breakfast with Santa - Breakfast goodies provided

Children through age 12 (and their families) are welcome to

join the Parks and Recreation Department at The Lobster Cove

Restaurant on Long Sands Road, for Breakfast with Santa,

December 6th, from 8:00am - 10:00am for juice, muffins,

doughnuts, and other breakfast nibbles. Regular breakfast menu

will also be available. Start your day of festivity off enjoying

breakfast with Santa. Children have the opportunity to write and

mail their wish lists to Santa. (If you happen to write your letter at

home before you come, please include your name and address.).

He has promised us, that with the help of his elves, he'll return

the correspondence. Your visit with Santa is on us, enjoy! You are

welcome to take your own personal photos with Santa.

REGISTRATION: None

COST:

LOCATION:

FREE - There is no charge for this event!

Lobster Cove Restaurant,

Rte. 1A Long Sands Beach

DAY: Saturday, December 6th, 2014

TIME:

8:00am - 10:00am

Paint with Santa and Firefly Pottery

Back by popular demand!

Children, through age 12 are welcome to join the Parks and

Recreation Department and Firefly Pottery from Portsmouth, NH

on December 6th, from 1:00pm - 2:30pm for ornament painting

with Santa. What a great opportunity to visit with Santa and make

some beautiful ornaments for your own tree or for gift-giving.

Lots of ornament shapes to pick from. After being painted, your

ornaments will be kiln fired and ready for pick up at the Parks and

Recreation Office in about one week. Firefly Pottery has generously

offered a discounted children’s rate of $3.00 per ornament for this

special Festival of Lights program.

No pre-registration needed, just stop by and join the fun!

REGISTRATION: No pre-registration needed.

COST:

$3.00 per child, per ornament

LOCATION: York Middle School in the Cafeteria

DAY:

Saturday, December 6th

TIME:

1:00pm - 2:30pm

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'Twas the night before the Festival ….

and The Polar Express is coming to town!

ADDITIONAL TIMES ADDED THIS YEAR!

Kick off the Festival of Lights celebration by joining us, in your pajamas

for this Polar Express Event. Your evening begins with a “trolley

express” ride through scenic York Beach. We’ll venture to the Nubble

Lighthouse to view its spectacular Christmas Lights. The backdrop

of the Lighted Nubble is the perfect spot for the telling of the classic

Chris Van Allsburg story THE POLAR EXPRESS. Upon our return, we

invite you to join us in the warm and cozy Daily Grind Café for some of

Santa’s favorites; hot chocolate and cookies. We might even be lucky

enough to have a visitor join us at the café (hint: he’ll be dressed in

red!). This is an evening your family won’t want to miss; maybe you’ll

even be chosen to receive the first gift of Christmas!

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED FOR

THIS EVENT AND REGISTRATION

IS A MUST! DUE TO SPACE

RESTRICTIONS, RESIDENTS ONLY

PLEASE!

Special thanks to Joshua’s

Book of Dreams for donating a

hardcopy of THE POLAR EXPRESS to be read and raffled at each

session of this event and to the Daily Grind for their gracious

hospitality.

REGISTRATION: Ongoing, however space is limited

DATE:

Friday, December 5th

TIME:

4:00pm, 4:30pm, 5:00pm, 5:30pm, 6:00pm,

Please specify time choice when registering

LOCATION: The Daily Grind Café, Railroad Ave., York Beach

COST:

$12.00 per person


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Hunker Down with Wildlife

Sunday, December 7th from 4:30pm - 8:00pm

The cold has settled in, and while we’re warmly tucked in our

sleeping bags, wildlife use their adaptations to survive the cold! Bring

your sleeping bags and favorite stuffed animal friends to join CFW


the different adaptations our wild animals use during the winter.

Following the program, stick around for an almost “sleepover” movie

screening with popcorn and pizza. (The lodge is NOT heated, so

please dress warm!) Open to all ages; $7 suggested donation.

Road Races

Turkey Trot

York Rotary presents the Annual Turkey Trot 5k USTAF certified

road race. The race will be held Saturday, November 29th at Village

Elementary School. Check-in and registration begins at 9:30am,

and the race begins at 11:00am. The Trot is a scenic 5K road race

through York Village and York Harbor. The race offers mile markers,

water, police traffic control, on course ambulance and professional

timing. T-shirts will be given to the first 150 registrants. Race to

benefit York Food Pantry, non-perishable donations accepted.

Applications or online registration is available at our website at

www.yorkparksandrec.org

EVENT DATE: Saturday, November 29, 2014

COST:

$15.00 Pre-registration / $20.00 Race Day

START LOCATION: York Village Elementary School

FINISH LOCATION: Town Hall

REGISTRATION: Opens at 9:30am – Closes at 10:45pm

York Hospital Road and Cross Country Race

Enjoy this early summer run through scenic York Village and York

Harbor. For more information or to register contact York Hospital's

Friendraising Office at 351-2228. Registration begins at 7:00am and

race start time is 8:30am.

EVENT DATE: Saturday, June 6, 2015

COST:

$8.00 pre-reg. age 13 and under,

$15.00 pre-reg. 14 and up,

$40.00 pre-reg. family fee,

$20.00 ALL race day registrations

START LOCATION: York Hospital

END LOCATION: York Hospital

TIME:

8:30am start

REGISTRATION: Opens at 7:00am – 8:15am

Registration for the Four on the 4th and Amidon Family

Dentistry York Days 5K will open February 1st.

Employment Opportunities

The York Parks and Recreation Department is always looking

for program directors. If you feel you have a special area of

interest and love working with kids, we’d like to talk to you!

Program directors are needed for programs like indoor soccer,

basketball, baseball/softball and lacrosse.

A Special Note of Appreciation

In Recognition of Our Community Partnership

We would also like to take this opportunity to once again

recognize and thank York Hospital for their continued support

of our partnership.

As partners, our goal is to connect with the community and

to offer a commitment to healthy lifestyles. The Hospital's

collaboration with Parks and Recreation epitomizes their

community commitment and we thank them

RE/MAX Realty One

Bill K. Conda

Realtor of the Year

President of the York County Board of Realtors

207-450-5030 (Cell)

207-363-2497 (Office)

E-mail: billconda@yorkmaine.com

www.billconda.com


Thank You Sponsors!

The York Parks and Recreation Department would like to thank all of you for your continued support throughout the years. The printing,

publishing and mailing of this brochure would not be possible without you, our sponsors. With your help, you have given us the latitude

to print a quality brochure that you can be proud to advertise in. Additionally, the money raised each year helps to support the programs

within this brochure. We would like to encourage the community to support these businesses with their patronage!

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Anchorage Inn

207-363-5112

Atlantic Dental Associates

207-363-2406

Autoworks, Inc.

207-439-4500

Bangor Savings Bank

207-363-0731

Bill Conda Re/Max Realty One

207-450-5030

Chiropractic Works

207-363-5966

Clark & Howell, LLC

207-363-5208

Clay Hill Farm

207-361-1771

Coastal Fitness

207-438-0888

Coastal Landscaping and

Garden Center, LLC

207-363-6202

Coastline Electric

207-451-8726

Estes Oil

207-363-4172

Family Ear, Nose & Throat, LLC

207-351-3525

Graystone Builders, Inc.

207-363-6085

Great Beginnings Nursery School

207-363-1313

Kennebunk Savings Bank

207-985-4903

Mainely Grass, Inc.

207-363-4724

Norma’s Restaurant

207-363-3233

On the Spot Mobile Dog Grooming

207-475-6334

Oscar’s Dog House

207-475-2935

Pine Hill Excavation, Inc.

207-251-3501

Rhodes Plumbing

207-439-0334

Roche Locksmith, Inc.

207-363-4492

Sentry Hill at York Harbor

207-363-5116

Shoreline Construction

207-363-2972

Starkey Ford

207-363-2483

Stonewall Kitchen

207-351-2712

Union Bluff Hotel

207-363-1333

VFW Post 6977

207-363-9827

When Pigs Fly

207-363-0612

Williams Realty Partners

207-351-8188

York Insurance Agency

207-363-5024

York Community Service Association

207-363-5504

York Hospital

207-363-4321

York House of Pizza

207-363-6171

York Investment Partners /

Raymond James

207-337-6033

York Police Department

207-363-4444

York School of Dance and Creative Arts

207-361-4442

York’s Wild Kingdom

207-363-4911

York Trolley Company

207-363-9600


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(Please fill in the information below – if you are registering more than 2 people, photocopy this form as needed)

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in Fall of 2014

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this team? Y or N Program Fee

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participating in Parks and Recreation Department

programs do so at their own risk and without recourse

to the Town of York, its agents, officers or employees.

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York, ME 03909

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