2006 Softball News
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Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation and Youth Services Softball League
information for the 2006 Season
2006 Softball Captain's Meeting ScheduleMetro Buffalo ASA Team Registration FormAdult Softball League Registration Form
Summer Concert Series 2005
Click Here to view our schedule
Join our planning team
The Cheektowaga Youth Board
an advisory board for the
Youth and Recreation Division
has a few vacancies
Appointments are for a 3 year period.
Meetings are once per month*
For more info
. call Pat Staniaszek
Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation and Youth Services
897-7207, ext. 19
*with a few exceptions Recreation Center Arena: (716) 897-7218
(ice rink/soccer/lacrosse field) Dartwood Community Center: (716) 656-2289 Adapted Recreation Office: (716) 897-7205 Maryvale Center:
(716) 631-0925 Softball Office: (716) 656-2294
Softball Info
For more contact information visit General InformationMission Statement
PROGRAMS
Recreational Services:
Adapted Recreation for Developmentally Disabled Youth
Adult Programs
Youth Programs
Shelter PermitsMiscellaneous Programs: Arena Programs and Special Events
Athletics
Aquatic Programs
Community Center Happenings
Special Interests
Healthy Lifestyles Click Here to download information concerning
the Crabapple 5k Run
Cheektowaga Southside Athletic Association
Special Events
After-School Programs
School Recess Programs
Youth Engaged in Service (Y.E.S.)
Concert Series 2005
Counseling Sometimes youth and families need assistance in coping with various stressors society can
present. The Youth & Recreation Division contracts with two highly respected agencies for provision of counseling services. SCHOOL INTERVENTION SERVICE
Individual and family counseling for at-risk youth, identified primarily by school personnel through early intervention, is provided under contract by Catholic Charities of Buffalo.
FIRST OFFENDER AND TROUBLED YOUTH COUNSELING PROGRAM Individual and family counseling for youth who have come in contact with the juvenile or criminal
justice system is provided under contract by Child and Family Services. [programs]
Mentoring
Growing up is never easy. In Cheektowaga, there are many children who are being raised by a single male or female householder. While not all children growing up in this situation need another adult
role model in their lives, some do. While not all children growing up in this situation need another adult role model in their lives, The Cheektowaga Office of Community and Economic Development
contracts with the only local agency affiliated with the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America for this service. The program is available to low/moderate income families and provided in cooperation with
the Youth & Recreation Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Services. BE-A-FRIEND BIG BROTHER/BIG SISTER PROGRAM
With over thirty years of service to the youth of Western New York, this program has become an important resource for Youth & Recreation Division and the school and agency personnel who have
been able to make referrals. Group and one-on-one mentoring relationships are provided. [programs]
Employment
Employment opportunities are available for youth and adults on a seasonal or part-time basis to complement the existing staff in presenting programs.
Cheektowaga Youth and Recreational Services also provides you with a learn-while-you-earn employment program, called the Cheektowaga Conservation Corps. PART-TIME/SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT
Applications are available at the Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services offices for a myriad of positions available for persons with the skills necessary to accomplish the programs
offered. Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services staff are afforded training opportunities which will assist them in identifying and responding to the needs of the community. A commitment
to excellence is a constant theme. CHEEKTOWAGA CONSERVATION CORPS A summer employment opportunity for youth with a built in educational component covering the
environment, job-readiness skills, first-aid and more, including field trips to local areas related to the conservation movement. [programs] Volunteerism
Volunteer opportunities are available for adults to complement the existing staff presenting programs, especially in youth athletics.
An award-winning youth volunteer program is provided under contract by the Youth Department of the Diocese of Buffalo. ADULT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteers have become valuable teammates in the presentation of many Cheektowaga Youth and Recreation Services programs, including hockey, soccer, seasonal events, to name a few. Talented
individuals with time to share their skills are welcome. YOUTH ENGAGED IN SERVICE (YES) PROGRAM
Young people, ages 12 through 21, have the opportunity to volunteer in a wide range of community service projects through the YES program. They also assist with the planning and evaluation of
activities through involvement on the YES Advisory Board. Training workshops and social events are integral parts of the YES Program, too. [programs] Community Service RestitutionSometimes, young people can learn from the mistakes they have made and, perhaps, find new interests which can help them from repeating their mistakes.
COMMUNITY SERVICE RESTITUTION PROGRAM This component of the YES Program enhanced through a Learn and Serve America grant allows
juveniles and young adults to perform community service as restitution for misdeeds. The tone of the program is not punitive but, rather, seeks to encourage new interests by allowing the offender some
say in the selection of services to be performed. Referrals are made by the Town and Village justice courts, Erie County Family Court and Probation Department and the Cheektowaga Police Juvenile
Division. Occasionally, community service restitution may be ordered in conjection with referral to the
First Offender and Troubled Youth Counseling Program. [programs] Educational Programs
Learning is not something that can only happen in a classroom. Many Cheektowaga Youth and Recreational Services programs have built-in educational components, while also having another
agenda, such as having fun... or performing tasks related to employment. Our Pre-K Program, Yes Program and Cheektowaga Conservation Corps (CCC), are good examples of this. The five miles of
trails developed by the CCC over the past ten change ten to 15 years is a perfect outdoor classroom for those interested in nature. Learning is not just math or english. It's social skills...and
gamesmanship...and recreational programs, staffed by well-trained recreational workers which can provide many opportunities to refine these skills. LIBRARY ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Cheektowaga is fortunate to have four branch libraries located in town. Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services has entered into an agreement with the Cheektowaga Library System
to provide funding for programs for children which will encourage reading and utilization of the public library. The focus of the effort is the summer months, however, special youth programs are
scheduled throughout the year. GUIDED NATURE TOURS Guided tours of the Losson Nature Trails, located in John C. Stiglmeier Park, provides families with
an opportunity to become acquainted with this unique environmental resource located in Cheektowaga.
[programs]
WEEKEND PROGRAMS
OUR WEEKEND PROGRAMS OFFER A VARIETY OF REASONABLY PRICED ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AGE 5 AND UP. OPERATING DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR, THESE PROGRAMS
COMBINE ARTS & CRAFTS, GAMES, OPEN RECREATION AND OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS. THE WEEKEND SCHEDULE INCLUDES: TEEN CENTER FRIDAY NIGHTS; 6:30 PM 9:00 PM; WOODROW WILSON SCHOOL, 166
HALSTEAD AVE., SLOAN. STUDENTS IN GRADES 6 10; OPEN RECREATION; COST- $2, $1 WITH RESIDENT DISCOUNT CARD. T.G.I.F. FRIDAY NIGHTS; 6:30 8:30 PM(TWO SITES); DARTWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER,
222 AUTUMNWOOD DR., MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE CHURCH GYM, 120 OLD MARYVALE DR.. CHILDREN AGE 8-13; CRAFTS, GAMES, OPEN REC; COST - $2, $1 WITH RESIDENT DISCOUNT CARD.
KIDS CLUB FRIDAY NIGHTS; 6:30 8:30 PM; THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL, 2495 WILLIAM STREET. STUDENTS IN GRADES 2-5; CRAFTS, GAMES, OPEN REC; COST $2, $1 WITH RESIDENT DISCOUNT CARD.
REC CLUB SATURDAYS(TWO SITES); 10:00 AM NOON; DARTWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER, 222 AUTUMNWOOD DR.; 2:00 4:00 PM, ALEXANDER COMMUNITY CENTER, 275
ALEXANDER AVE. CHILDREN AGE 5-10; CRAFTS, GAMES, SNACKS, SPECIAL EVENTS; COST $2.75 PER WEEK, $2.25 WITH RESIDENTS DISCOUNT CARD(REDUCED RATES FOR FULL SESSION REGISTRATION).
SLAPSHOT CLUB SATURDAYS; 11:00 AM 3:00 PM; CHEEKTOWAGA RECREATION CENTER(2ND FLOOR) 2600 HARLEM RD. CHILDREN AGE 4-10; CRAFTS, GAMES, SNACKS, MOVIES; COST $2 PER PERSON.
**CALL 897-7207 FOR PROGRAM DATES
[programs]
Adapted Recreation for Developmentally Disabled Youth
Children with physical, mental, emotional and learning disabilities need to take part in recreational programs that will teach them skills, provide socialization and just, down right, let them have fun,
just like youth in the general population do. Sometimes, they need for a special effort to be taken to accommodate special needs and Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services has stepped
forward to provide that little extra. A virtually year-round calendar of activities is available through these programs. ADAPTED RECREATION PROGRAM
The component parts of this program include swimming, Friday night Social Club, Friday Night Bash, Saturday Mini-Camp, bowling, overnight camping and holiday programming. Utilizing town,
school and community facilities this program provides opportunities for youth to improve motor control, boost self-esteem and increase social skills. SPECIAL OLYMPIC TRAINING
The thrill of competition, winning medals or ribbons, or just trying to, are the special joys of Special Olympics. Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services provides training which allow Special
Olympians to compete in swimming, basketball, track and field, bowling and softball. The athletes train throughout the year for the Erie County and New York State games.
CAMP CRABAPPLE AND CAMP JI-IK-DO-WAH-GAH Children with the various disabilities mentioned above like to go to summer day camp, too. These
two camps provide that opportunity and depending on the nature of the child's disability and level of supervision needed, the appropriate placement is made. Extended days are available for working
parents. A week-long overnight camping experience is held at the conclusion of the summer day camp for the truly adventurous. SHELTER PERMITS
Councilmember James J. Jankowiak, Chairperson for the Parks and Recreation Committee announces that the Department of Parks and Youth Services will issue Picnic Shelter Permits to
Town residents for Town Park and Stiglmeier Park on the following days: Wednesday, March 3, 2004 is opening day. Permits will be issues at the Town Park Recreation
Center (Ice Rink) on Harlem Road from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Doors will open at 7:15AM and numbers will be given out.
Thursday, March 4, and Friday, March 5, permits will be issued at the Parks Office, 500 Losson Road from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
Kenneth J. Kopacz, Executive Director of the Department states that thereafter, shelter permits will be issued every Wednesday and Friday at 500 Losson Road from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The fee per
picnic shelter is $30.00 and proof of residency is required. Electricity is available at limited shelters at Town Park for an additional fee of $10.00.
For more information on shelter permits call 656-2280. For information on the pavillion contact the Director at 897-7207. [programs] Special Events
Throughout the year, the Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services presents one-time or annual events that may, perhaps, coincide with holidays, recently identified needs, or just special, in
and of, themselves. ANNUAL AWARDS PROGRAM In 1984, the practice of recognizing various persons or entities that have made a significant
contribution to the youth of the Town of Cheektwaga was begun. Annual Service to Youth Awards are made in five catagories: Organization, Sports, Business/Corporation, Senior Citizen and General
Outstanding Individual. These awards were established in recognition and appreciation of their efforts and to encourage continued support in helping develop our leaders of tomorrow. Individual plaques
are presented at ceremonies held in conjunction with the Town's annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Town Hall. The recipients names are also placed on annual plaques permanently
displayed at the Alexander Community Center. Each year, since 1984, a youth who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, leadership or
service has, also, been recognized with the Outstanding Cheektowaga Youth Award. Along with a plaque, the recipient has received a $200.00 award sponsored by the AMVETS Hank Nowak Auxiliary #45.
Nominations for these awards are accepted from the public and forms are available in September.
FAMILY CONCERT SERIES
Click this link for full schedule
Each summer the Cheektowaga Cultural Center comes alive with performances that the entire family can enjoy together...participatory theater, mimes, puppets, jugglers, clowns, and more. Before each
scheduled performance their are pre-events which may include face-painting, fun-filled games, festive balloons and concessionaires. The Family Concert Series is made possible, in part, through
sponsorship of the business community. CREEKSIDE FESTIVAL CONCERT SERIES Beginning in late June and running through August, the Cheektowaga Cultural Center has musical
performances that will leave your toes tapping and put a song in your heart. Care is taken in scheduling to provide a wide variety of musical styles. Performances at the Center also coincide with
the Town's annual Independance Day Celebration, Cultural Weekend and Polish-American Arts Festival. The Creekside Festival series is made possible, in part, through sponsorship of the business community. [programs]
After-School ProgramsAs mentioned in our Overview, the overwhelming majority of the youth residing in the Town of
Cheektowaga come from two-parent families, with both parents in the labor force. Those who live in single parent families have that parent in the labor force also. Research studies and anecdotal
information indicate that the unsupervised hours between the end of the school day and the arrival home of one of the parents, after work, are some of the most crucial minutes in a developing
adolescent's day. The summer months, spring/winter breaks and holidays provide an even larger problem for working parents...one CY&RS has tried to address through development of School Recess Programs. Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services, in collaboration with 3 of our town school districts serving the town, has taken steps to address the need for safe supervised after-school
programs: MARYVALE MIDDLE AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY CENTER
The "M.A.C." plays host to an average of 25 Maryvale Middle School students each day during the
school year. Students can play Pool, Ping-Pong, Fooseball, Video Games, Watch Television or participate in a specially planned activity. The center is also open Thursday and Friday evenings
from 5-9 during the school year. CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Cleveland Hill Safe Places After School Program is available to sixth, seventh and eighth
graders following the regular school day and seeks to provide a safe haven for youth who may otherwise be returning to unsupervised homes. The program is operated, under contract, by the
Boys and Girls Clubs of Buffalo and features structured activities that include homework/tutorial, group activities/ discussions and social interaction. There is a community service component and
the agency's "Smart Girls" and "Passport to Manhood" series that help the youth work on planning
and decision making skills. The program is provided with funding by Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation and Youth Services and a New York State Office of Children and Family Services Safe
Places grant, that is coordinated by the Erie County Department of Youth Services, and the Cleveland Hill School District. JFK MIDDLE "ASPIRE" PROGRAM
The JFK Middle "Aspire" (After School Program Integrating Recreation and Education) is operated by the Community Action Partnership under a grant from the New York State Office of Children and
Family Services. The Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services Department contracts with CAP to provide the Recreation/Arts and Crafts portion of the program 4 days per week during the
school year. An average of 40 students per day attend the program. [programs]
School Recess Programs
Outside of time spent with family, school is the most significant part of a child's life each year. During those days and weeks when school is out of session, CY&RS can play a vital role. Progras
during these periods can serve a dual purpose: an alternative for parents who must work during these periods can choose to provide structured, supervised opportunities for kids to have fun while
learning, exploring, making things, getting exercise, etc. Cheektowaga Parks, Recreation & Youth Services provides school recess programs during these school breaks: Summer
Christmas/Easter
Holidays Summer School Recess Programs
This section will cover Summer Day Camps. For information on the fill range of recreational programs offered during summer months check Recreation Services and Miscellaneous Programs. |
