Summer Program and Camp Opportunities
Town of Grafton Summer Recreation Camp
The program is open to Grafton Youth K-13-year-olds. Camp will be held at Roxborough Holding (former Grafton Elementary School)
Monday – Friday, 9am-3pm
July 8th – August 9, 2024.
Snack and lunch will be provided to all participants. Registration forms are available at the Grafton Town Hall or online at townofgraftonny.org.
For more information, please call 518.407.9549 or email youthdirector@townofgraftonny.org
Please return completed Registration Forms to Town of Grafton, Youth Department, PO Box G, Grafton NY 12082, email: youthdirector@townofgraftonny.org or in person at the Grafton Town Hall, 2379 NY RT 2, Grafton NY 12082 by June 10th, 2024.
Greenbush Child Caring, Inc. (GCC) is a non-profit school-age child care organization that has been in operation since 1983.
Our mission is to provide school-age children with developmentally appropriate child care, along with recreational and enrichment activities in a positive environment.
Greenbush Child Caring Inc. summer programs are open to all school districts. There are 3 different summer program opportunities (one located in Averill Park at the SHAC community center) and a Leader-in-Training Program.
Check out the opportunities at: https://www.schoolcareworks.com/registration/greenbush/start_registration.jsp
For more information on Greenbush Child Caring, check out their website:https:// www.greenbushchildcaring.org/
Hudson Valley Community College Kids on Campus Programs
Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY has been sponsoring programs for children and teens for more than 30 years, enrolling approximately 900 students each year.
Whether your child will be joining us on the athletic fields, in the classroom or virtually from home, we look forward to helping them enjoy a safe, happy, and healthy summer camp experience as part of our 2024 Kids on Campus program.
For more information: https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/community-professional-workforce-development/kidscamps/summer.html
2024 Summer Swim Lessons! Sign up today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDkOyH8A4Q1GVoZQk2I2oFiD_6cEDxjXsfuAgl2PfB1T2iPg/viewform
SKYHIGH Adventures TRIATHLON Camp
Located in Averill Park, NY
Building Triathlon Skills, Confidence & Values with a Kind Inclusive Culture. Healthy – Active – Safe – Caring – Exciting & Fun!
FOR AGES 6-15
SKYHIGH Youth Triathlon Camp offers a safe, fun, exciting opportunity for youth to develop triathlon skills in swimming, cycling, running, adventure sports and cooperative games. The camp is run by USA Triathlon Certified Coaches and American Red Cross Certified Swimming and Lifeguard Instructors.
Our program stresses the healthy development of all youth athletes no matter what their experience or skill. We emphasize respect, cooperation, responsibility, positive attitude, best effort and development in a healthy, safe, emotional and physical environment.
We offer swimming, biking and running activities each week. Athletes learn triathlon skills in fun, exciting ways. Every athlete is able to experience everything we have to offer!
https://www.skyhighadventures.com/camp.html
Camp Scully is a co-ed, day and overnight summer camp for children in grades Pre-K through 11. It is located on Snyder’s Lake in North Greenbush about 10 miles from Albany and Troy in New York. Most of their programs run between July 1st and August 23rd.
518-283-1617 (phone)
518-764-1553 (summer mobile)
(518) 303-1484 (fax)
campscully@ccalbany.org
Notice from the BES Family Liaison & School Counselor Mr. Shaw:
Charlie Health’s Reset & Recharge is a 9-12-week program that will support students (11-23) reset their mental health and recharge their coping skills in virtual groups with peers their age, three days per week, preparing them for the school year ahead.
More information in the flyer below.
Notice from BES Family Liaison & School Counselor Mr. Shaw:
Noteworthy Center of Albany
Join us at the SHAC in May!
(take two)
– Senior Citizen & Alzheimer’s Forum 5/15 at 1-3pm
– Repair Cafe 5/18 9 am-12 pm
– Spring Fling Fun Day 5/18 11am-4pm
– Blood Drive (Red Cross & Kiwanis) 5/28 1-6pm
Early Childhood Family and Community Engagement Center
Please find a flyer attached from the School-Age Family and Community Engagement Center of the Capital District or FACE.
This flyer includes upcoming regional learning opportunities as well as other community learning opportunities, events, and resources of relevance to parents, families, and caregivers of students with disabilities. March and April Webinar sessions listed on the flyer below.
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Notice from the BMHS Counseling Office:
Volunteer some hours, learn bike repair, get a bike of your own.
https://troybikerescue.mayfirst.org/
The Fox Hollow Music & Art Café
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Are you interested in being a performer or vendor during one of our 3rd Saturday events? Email foxhollowcafe@gmail.com
or call your hosts Siobhan & Lee at:
(430) 305-2017
A Program of the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center
3rd Saturday of the month
Doors at 5:30pm, Show at 6:00pm
$5.00 Admission, FREE for Minors
71 Main St. in Petersburgh, NY
Are you interested in being a performer or vendor during one of our 3rd Saturday events? We are booking NOW for the 2024 season, and dates are filling up fast! Email foxhollowcafe@gmail.com
or call your hosts Siobhan & Lee at:
(430) 305-2017
Connect Center
The Connect Center is an immersive space where students can delve into S.T.E.A.M-based curriculum and engage in a fun learning experience.
Spring 2024 programs begin on January 23 and run until April 24 at the Connect Center. These programs are exclusive for students in grades 6-12 who live in the Capital Region. Registration for our open house is still open and those who attend get priority on all of our FREE programs https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-house-food-tours-fun-tickets-789803472447?aff=oddtdtcreator
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center
475 Dyken Pond, Cropseyville, NY 12052
Pre-registration required for all programs at
(518) 658-2055 or jp844@cornell.edu.
Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center.
Youth Scholarships at Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center
The Friends of the Dyken Pond Center are proud to announce that scholarships are available to youth and to schools for 2024!
Rensselaer County schools can apply anytime for scholarships to cover the costs of bus transportation and fees for their classes to come to the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center for a day of STEAM exploration.
For summer, the Friends of Dyken Pond will sponsor youth aged 11 – 17 to attend a DEC youth overnight camp. Youth may apply for a DEC camp scholarship by contacting the Center for an application; deadline is March 8.
DEC Camp registration opens on March 24; for more information on DEC camps, visit https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/summer-camps.
Beginning April 1, youth ages 6 – 13 can also apply for a scholarship to attend our own Dyken Pond Center’s Outdoor Adventure Camp. This week-long day camp runs from mid-July through mid-August and provides age appropriate activities in ecology, wildlife and outdoor living skills. Games, hikes and hands-on discoveries will give campers a lifetime full of memories. Scholarship applications, camp schedules and details can be found at www.dykenpond.org or by contacting the Center at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@gmail.com.
Funds for scholarships are provided in part by McCarthy Charities, WGY Christmas Wish and Stewart’s Holiday Match.
Call (518) 279-1155 to register. Registration is required for all event unless otherwise noted.
Park hours: 8AM – sunset
Welcome Center: Wed. – Mon. 9AM – 4PM
Entrance Fee: Free until May*
Find more RPA events here
https://www.rensselaerplateau.org/events
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May 18 – New Member Hike
This hike is an opportunity for us thank you for your generosity, care, and commitment toward ensuring nature all across Rensselaer County can continue to thrive. If you are new to RPA, this is a chance to get to know the organization and the staff better, meet other new members in the community, and learn about other programs & outings through RPA. Learn more
June 1 – Reading the Forested Landscape with Tom Wessels
Stone walls, wolf trees, pits and mounds – the landscape is full of clues to its history when you know how to read it. Explore Poestenkill Community Forest with ecologist Tom Wessels and learn the art of “forest forensics.” You’ll see the forest in a new way after this outing. Early registration is now open through May 1. Learn more
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News & Events from our Local Libraries
Berlin Free Town Library: https://www.bftl.org/
Library Hours
Monday 10 am – 2 pm
Tuesday 2 pm – 6 pm
Wednesday 1 pm – 5 pm
Thursday 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday 1 pm – 5 pm
Saturday- Temporarily Closed
Sunday- Closed
Grafton Community Library: https://www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org/
Library Hours
Monday- Tuesday: 1 pm – 6 pm
Wednesday: 10 am – 1 pm
Thursday, Friday: 1 pm – 6 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 1 pm
Sunday: Closed
Petersburgh Library: https://www.petersburghpubliclibrary.org/
Library Hours:
Monday 2 pm – 6 pm
Tuesday 2 pm – 6 pm
Wednesday 2 pm – 7 pm
Thursday 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday 2 pm – 6 pm
Saturday 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Sunday Closed
Stephentown Memorial Library: https://www.stephentownlibrary.org/
Library Hours
Monday – Thursday 12-6 pm
Friday 12-5 pm
Saturday 10-2 pm
Sunday (Closed)
Connect Center
The Connect Center is primarily a safe space for youth to be after school. Once students’ basic needs for safety have been met, the organization uses mentorship and youth development programs to allow students to explore their passions, talents, and eventually, a career path.
SHAC Center-Adventure Community Center
- The SHAC Center-Adventure Community Center is here to facilitate and support the development of healthy, active lifestyles for people of all ages in Averill Park and surrounding communities. Our Vision: To create a connected community and provide opportunities for healthy, active living and recreation in a safe, inclusive environment.
Health Alliance
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