Recreation Programs
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We will continue to update this page as additional programs become available. We encourage you to check back regularly for the latest information.
Summer Programs
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Snag Golf (Summer)
WHO: Children ages 4-9
WHEN: Saturdays, June 20th – July 25th
(except 4th of July)
TIME: 9:00am – 9:45am
WHERE: Van Buren Park (basketball courts)
FEE: $55 Town of Van Buren residents
$65 non-residents
(min # of 6; max # of 8)
The Start Smart Golf program teaches children (ages 4-9) the basic motor skills necessary to play the game of golf. The program focuses on teaching children basic sports mechanics without the threat of competition or fear of getting hurt.
The program is held once a week for five weeks, with each week becoming increasingly more difficult as the children show improvement.
Social Detectives Club
WHO: Children 5-11 years old
WHERE: Van Buren Town Hall
WHEN: Mondays, July 6th – July 27th
TIME: 5:00pm – 5:45pm
FEE: $35/child
(Min # of kids =10, Max # = 15)
In this club, children will learn how to better understand and navigate social situations using the concepts of social thinking. Guided by a therapist and the book “you are a social detective” from the Superflex series, participants will explore how to notice social clues, understand others’ thoughts and feelings, and make smart social choices. through fun activities and games, children will practice becoming “social detectives” and building positive friendships.
Social Superstars
WHO: Children 5-11 years old
WHERE: Van Buren Town Hall
WHEN: Mondays, July 6th – July 27th
TIME: 6:00pm – 6:45pm
FEE: $35/child
(Min # of kids =10, Max # = 15)
By the end of the program, participants will learn and practice:
- Self-Regulate: Utilize at least two “cool down” breathing or sensory techniques when feeling overwhelmed.
- Decipher Social Cues: Identify basic emotions in others using facial expressions and body language.
- Respect Boundaries: Maintain a healthy “personal space bubble” during group transitions and play.
- Collaborate: Demonstrate the “Wait, Work, or Trade” method to resolve sharing disputes without immediate adult intervention.
Communicate Needs: Use “I-Statements” to express feelings and requests clearly and kindly
Registration Information
Before you can register for any program you must create a new user account to register for an account through our online platform, Civic Rec. The Parent/Guardian must establish an account first. You must complete all questions, in order to be registered. You may add additional household members for anyone that may also want to register for classes, activities or memberships.
To register, for any of the programs, please download a registration form (under the form link) and mail it, fax it or drop it off.
Registration Procedure For Programs
Please do not wait to register for a program! There is a point – usually 5 business days prior to start date – when we need to make a decision whether to cancel a program due to lack of participation. Invariably, we get many telephone inquiries on a program after we’ve cancelled it!
Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and are accepted:
– Until the business day prior to the program start date.
– By a specified registration deadline (will be listed with the program, if applicable), OR
– Until the program fills to capacity.
Fill out a registration form (one per person). These can either be downloaded from this website, or found in the Recreation Departments program brochures. Mail the form(s) with payment to the Parks and Recreation Department, or stop by during office hours (8:30am – 4:00pm | Monday-Friday).
Payment is accepted in the form of cash, check, or credit cards (with a minimal fee)! Please do not send cash through the mail. Completed registration form and payment must be received by this office prior to participation in a program.
**Due to budgetary and time constraints, you will NOT be sent a confirmation of your registration, OR be contacted by telephone! You will ONLY be contacted if we are unable to fit you into the program requested, or in the event of a program cancellation. So, if you do not hear from us, simply report to the program the first day it meets. You are certainly welcome to contact this office to check on any registrations.**
Make A Suggestion
Most of the activities listed in our brochure are the result of interest on the part of an individual or group of people. If you would like our department to expand on any existing programs or create new ones, we would welcome your suggestions! Either mail or email your ideas, call us, or visit the Parks & Recreation office during business hours. We’d love to hear from you!
Parks & Recreation Office Information
- (315) 638-4727
- Vbpark@VanBurenNy.gov
- Fax: (315) 857-0045
- Operational Hours: M-F 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- 7350 Canton St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027