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Lil’ Sprouts COST: $210.00 (full-day), $110.00 (half day) Resident
$220.00 (full-day, $120.00 (half day) Non-resident
Welcome to Lil’ Sprouts, where we expand education through LOCATION: York Public Library – Drop off
engaged exploration! DAYS: Monday- Friday
Ages: 6-12 yr. olds TIMES: 9:00am – 4:00pm (full-day)
Come join Lil’ Sprouts for a summer of fun and adventure! Children 9:00am-12:30pm (half-day mornings)
will be engaged in natural art and engineering concepts to develop 12:30pm to 4:00pm (half-day afternoons)
an in-depth understanding of sustainability practices through hands-
on, project-based activities for the preservation of our community & Little Theater
the world around us.

Daily programs include project-based enrichments, varying in levels Ages: 4 - 6
depending upon age group. Mornings include: mindfulness circle,
movement, meditation, & sustainability-based games. Afternoons This class is for anyone interested in creating a story and acting it
include: nature immersive exploration time as all campers are led on an
expedition daily through the Steadman Woods & Wiggly Bridge to the out. We will find a great place to begin our story, with Fairy Tale
Harbor Beach, where campers will experience their second immersion.
characters, such as, Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Tom Thumb,

Pinocchio, Alladin and any others the children suggest. Who knows

where the action will begin? Students will pick their own characters

and place them into the story with a funny, modern twist. They

Each week we will explore various sustainable themes such as: create their own dialogue, and then practice it so that they can
*habitat helpers
*world cultures perform this delightful adventure play at the end of the week for
*community connections
*mysteries of the universe their families and friends. No experience is necessary, and if you
*imagination creation
*gizmos & gadgets have costumes you want to play with, or props you would like to

use, bring them along, as they can often be an inspiration to the

whole group for directing where the story might go.

INSTRUCTOR: Susan Frank

Daily activities utilizing recycled materials include: interactive arts, REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 3rd
immersive exploration, beach safety, creating wind turbines, natural
dyes, solar ovens, hover boards, mystery ink, gliders, local wildlife STARTS: July 9th
preservation, sundials, lunar calendars, puppeteering, story- telling,
inventions, games from around the globe- and much more! ENDS: July 13th

COST: $85.00 Resident / $95.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: York Middle School

DAYS: Monday- Friday

Our goal is to also create and maintain connections with local TIMES: 10:00am – 12:00pm
community organizations such as the historical society & the art
association; truly utilizing all the wonderfully unique resources that
York has to offer while honoring the ocean, a huge foundation for
our town and source of natural wonderment for all who visit!

Half and full day options available. Full day campers bring lunch,
snacks and drinks/half day snacks and drinks.

Youth Roots Leadership Program- inviting middle school aged
children to become counselors-in-training under our guidance. If
interested contact Pam Lombardi at [email protected]

Extended Care available in the morning and/or afternoon, detailed

information will be made available to registered participants.

INSTRUCTOR: Rachel Otis and Sada Reed

REGISTRATION: May 30th, until full

STARTS: July 2nd

ENDS: August 17th

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Me and My Dog – Kids Camp – Level 1 REGISTRATION: May 30th– July 13th

Ages: 8 - 14 STARTS: July 16th

There is more to loving a dog than hugging it. Enrich the bond ENDS: July 20th

between kids and their dogs at this fun filled summer camp set in COST: $80.00 Resident / $90.00 Non-resident

the countryside of York at “It’s a Dog’s World.” One on one, children LOCATION: Off Birch Hill Road / 3 White Birch Lane

can learn to handle their dogs with confidence using “Positive DAYS: Monday- Friday

Reinforcement” training. In this course they will work with their TIMES: 9:00am – 11:00am

dogs to train for good manners and tricks. Games, grooming, proper Moovin’ and Groovin’

canine care and the sport of agility will also be introduced. Mutual Ages 6 weeks and up

respect and responsible dog ownership will be emphasized. All dogs Does your baby/toddler/child respond to music? Do you enjoy

must be pre-qualified for temperament by “It’s a Dog’s World” staff. singing to her but have forgotten all the little songs that your parents

Please call 207-363-0099 before you register with the Parks and sang to you? Come to this little class with your baby and enjoy

Recreation Office to conduct a pre-qualifying phone interview. some new and old songs, and some time to really focus on the two

Spaces are registered by 1 child per dog. of you. They may do a little movement along with the songs as well

REGISTRATION: May 30th– July 6th and interaction with other children all for the love of song. Songs

STARTS: July 9th are memories just waiting for you and your baby, and this is a way

ENDS: July 13th to connect with him or her and you can take them home and enjoy

COST: $80.00 Resident / $90.00 Non-resident them again and again. Words will be provided, no good singing voice

LOCATION: Off Birch Hill Road / 3 White Birch Lane needed, just enthusiasm and the joy of singing and clapping!

DAYS: Monday- Friday Please bring snacks and plenty to drink

TIMES: 9:00am – 11:00am REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 9th, or until full

Me and My Dog – Sports! STARTS: July 16th

Ages: 10 - 14 unless the child has completed our first level ENDS: July 20th
Kids and their dogs continue bonding and relationship building and
they learn about the canine sport of Rally, Agility and Scent Work. COST: $75.00 Resident / $85.00 Non-Resident
In Rally, kids and dogs team up to navigate a course of numbered
stations indicating a variety of manners tasks to perform such as LOCATION: York Middle School
sits, downs, halts, and turns. Kids and dogs enjoy this sport because
they work close together as they clap, whistle and even sing to their DAYS: Monday- Friday
dogs to encourage them through the course.
TIMES: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Agility is a sport that builds skills in handling dogs over and through
a course of obstacles of ramps, tunnels, jumps and weave poles in a Rock Stars
low pressure positive environment. This is a great way for dogs and
kids to gain confidence and bond. Ages: 7 and up

Scent work is a hot new sport that will teach kids to set up training Get ready to Rock and Roll! Does your son or daughter sing or hum all
scenarios and direct their dog to use dog’s natural ability of scenting to
search for toys or treats. Scent work will burn your dog’s mental and over the house? Do they love music, and sing along with the radio all the
physical energy, can be done anywhere, and requires no special equipment.
time? Then this class is for them! In Singing Camp we will discover how
Canine communication, canine care, and positive reinforcement
training will also be covered. Mutual respect and responsible dog to sing better on pitch, how to learn a new song, how to choose songs
ownership will be emphasized throughout the camp program.
Spaces are registered by 1 child per dog. that fit in your voice, and how to project your voice in a large space.

Please call 207-363-0099 before you register with the Parks and Students will also learn how to sell a song on stage! Come to class ready
Recreation Office to conduct a pre-qualifying phone interview.
to enjoy singing and acting out a song. There will be a performance at
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the end of the week to show off the skills that have been learned.

INSTRUCTOR: Susan Frank- Music Teacher at York Middle School

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 5th

STARTS: July 9th

ENDS: July 13th

COST: $85.00 Resident /$95.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: York Middle School

DAYS: Monday- Friday

TIMES: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

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Safe Sitter Summer Camp Spanish Explorers Language Camp

Ages 11 & up Ages 8 & up or 3rd – 5th grade
Once your child is in 3rd grade, she/he can join our Explorer
(Note: Participants must be 11 at the time of the class) Program which is designed for beginning students. These classes
are designed for children in 3rd- 5th grades. We start beginning
This course is taught by a nurse and is intended to improve your reading and writing in the target language in our Explorer classes.
In these classes, children explore the structure of the target
child’s care skills needed for babysitting. Founded in 1980, Safe language and develop skills for independent and practical
communication. As with all of our classes, we use a games-based
Sitter® is the only national nonprofit training program exclusively approach to learning. Students develop their communication
skills through a variety of age appropriate games, skits and other
devoted to preparing young teens to be safe in unsupervised fun activities. Using a practical, communicative approach, the
students learn their target language in a way that is similar to how
settings, whether babysitting, sibling sitting or home alone. they learned their native language.

The Safe Sitter® curriculum is designed exclusively for young teens

in grades 6 – 8, and covers the following areas: safety skills, child

care skills, first aid & rescue skills, and life & business skills. Safe

Sitter® courses are instructor-led and interactive, with hands-on

demonstrations and skills practice using soft-bodied dolls and

medical manikins. Your child will be very prepared to start their

babysitting career. Each student completing the course will receive We are pleased to have partnered with One World Language School
to make this camp available this summer. One World is a 501(c)
a certificate that verifies this training for caring of small infants nonprofit organization based out of Durham, New Hampshire. Their
mission is to make foreign language learning accessible at a young
and toddlers. The Safe Sitter course has a great deal of information age, starting as early as 5 years old.

presented in a short period of time. It is important you are available

for the duration of the class. Price includes a $35.00 book fee.

Please bring lunch, snacks and plenty to drink.

INSTRUCTOR: Samantha Pannier INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Aristizabal Jennings, will be hosting this

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 20th, or until full camp. She has been with One World Language for 3 years, and

STARTS: August 2nd she teaches in the Spanish Program at St. Patrick Academy in

ENDS: August 2nd Portsmouth, NH. She teaches 100+ students from 5-14 years old.

COST: $120.00 Resident / $130.00 Non-resident REGISTRATION May 30th – July 5th

LOCATION: York Middle School STARTS: July 9th

DAYS: Thursday ENDS: July 13th

TIMES: 9:00am – 3:00pm COST: $120.00 Resident / $130.00 Non-resident

Sculpture From Electronics LOCATION: Village Elementary School

Ages 5 – 8 and Ages 9 & up DAYS: Monday- Friday

Do you ever just want to see what something looks like on the TIMES: 10:15am – 11:15am

inside? In this class we will have a blast taking apart old electronics,

deconstructing them into smaller pieces then creating cool

sculptures, spy gear, or whatever amazing imaginative idea that

comes to mind! Bring at least 1-2 good size, old electronic devices

(or several smaller sized) to take apart. Heather Gilchrest is a

teacher with PAL during the school year.

INSTRUCTOR: Heather Gilchrest

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 12th

STARTS: July 19th

ENDS: July 20th

COST: $75.00 Resident / $85.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: Village Elementary School

DAYS: Thursday and Friday

TIMES: 9:00am – 12:00pm (Ages 5-8)

1:00pm- 4:00pm (Ages 9 & up)

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Spanish Trailblazers Language Camp Open to incoming 2nd graders this fall
Are you a student who just finished first
Ages 5-8 grade at VES? If so, you’ll be coming to
This is the best time in your child’s life to learn another language! Coastal Ridge Elementary School in the
By giving your child the opportunity now, you are ensuring that fall! It’s an exciting time to meet new
your child will have the chance to develop native fluency and a
native accent. Our Trailblazer program is designed for these very friends, work with new teachers, get
young students. Using a multi-sensory approach of games, role- to know a new principal, and
playing, puppets, songs, crafts and stories, our Trailblazer students have a whole new world of
are immersed in target language learning and fun. Through age experiences!
appropriate thematic units, our Trailblazers develop an “ear”
and understanding of the target language.Our dynamic learning But you may be
experience focuses on material that is interesting and relevant to a bit nervous and
children of this age. wondering….. How will
I find my way around? What are the teachers
We are pleased to have partnered with One World Language like? What will I learn? How do things work
School to make this summer camp available. One World is a 501(c) in the cafeteria? Will I have fun?
nonprofit organization based out of Durham, New Hampshire. Their
mission is to make foreign language learning accessible at a young If you have any of those questions, this camp
age, starting as early as 5 years old. is for you! We will tour the school, meet
any staff members who are preparing for
INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Aristizabal Jennings, will be hosting this the start of school, discuss what we will learn in 2nd grade, spend
time on the playground (including walking or running some laps
camp. She has been with One World Language for 3 years, and around our track), sing songs, play games, and more! There are so
many amazing things that make CRES unique... From “Wake up and
she teaches in the Spanish Program at St. Patrick Academy in Read” to the “Mile Run” program, Friday assemblies, live student-
broadcasts, Kids Cabinet, Civil Rights Team, and so much more! We
Portsmouth, NH. She teaches 100+ students from 5-14 years old. will try to have former 2nd graders with us for some of the time
to explain what CRES is like and answer some of your questions in
REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 5th “kid-language”!

STARTS: July 9th

ENDS: July 13th

COST: $120.00 Resident/$110.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: Village Elementary School

DAYS: Monday- Friday

TIMES: 9:00am – 10:00am This fun introduction to CRES is sure to make your start to 2nd grade

more relaxing and enjoyable. What are you waiting for? Sign up for

“Step Up to CRES!”

Please bring a snack and drink every day.

INSTRUCTOR: Sarajane St. John, Music Teacher at CRES

REGISTRATION: May 30th – August 12th

STARTS: August 14th

ENDS: August 15th

COST: $50.00 Resident

LOCATION: Coastal Ridge Elementary

DAYS: Tuesday and Wednesday

TIMES: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Note: We are looking for Middle school aged volunteers to help
with this program. If you are interested please contact Pam
Lombardi, Enrichment coordinator at [email protected].

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String and Nail Art Theater Games and Conquering Obstacles

Ages 5 – 8 and Ages 9 & up Ages 7 & up
Get out of your seat and join us for a week of games and
Once used to help teach mathematical ideas to children, (shhh! improvisation that will keep your mind and body racing. This new
class will offer some old favorite games but will also include a
Don’t tell them!), string art has boomed recently in the arts and crafts whole set of new crazy games that will challenge your mind, your
coordination, your stamina and your sense of humor. Theater
world. In this class your child will design and create a unique piece of gaming will teach you about yourself as it builds on team work
to succeed! These games will take you through an odyssey that
art with wooden boards, nails and string. They will design their own includes, music, dance and more!

image or pick a template to put their own spin on and should they

learn something about quadratic curves along the way, well, even

better! Heather Gilchrest is a teacher with PAL during the school year.

Bring snacks and drinks

INSTRUCTOR: Heather Gilchrest No flip-flops! Bring snacks, lunch and lots to drink!

REGISTRATION: May 30th – August 13th , or full

STARTS: August 20th George Hosker-Bouley, Jr. currently teaches theater for younger

ENDS: August 22nd students in three states. George has won 17 Spotlight on the Arts

COST: $85.00 Resident / $95.00 Non-resident Awards locally and currently holds the key to the city of Portsmouth.

LOCATION: Village Elementary School Hosker runs the Underbelly Tour of Portsmouth as well as Carpe

DAYS: Monday- Wednesday Diem Inc. His performances are standing room only affairs, which

TIMES: 9:00am – 12:00pm (Ages 5-8) blend theater, history and music.

1:00pm- 4:00pm (Ages 9 & up) INSTRUCTOR: George Hosker-Bouley, Jr.

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 30th, or full

Summertime….STOMP! STARTS: August 6th

Ages 7 & up ENDS: August 10th
This one week intensive class will focus on the skills of acting, dance
and improvisation while telling the story of what can happen when COST: $170.00/180.00
you are sent away to camp for the summer. Friendships, pranks and
trouble all happen at Camp Gotchagoomee when the kids decide it LOCATION: York High School Auditorium
is time for them to take over the camp. Improvisation, movement,
team building, public speaking and gaming will be used to create a DAYS: Monday- Friday
one-of-a-kind performance to be performed in the brand new York
Community Auditorium at York High School. No flip-flops! **Bring TIMES: 9:00am – 3:00pm
snacks, lunch and lots to drink!
PERFORMANCE: Friday, August 10th, 5:30pm

George Hosker-Bouley, Jr. currently teaches theater for younger

students in three states. George has won 17 Spotlight on the Arts

Awards locally and currently holds the key to the city of Portsmouth.

Hosker runs the Underbelly Tour of Portsmouth as well as Carpe

Diem, Inc. His performances are standing room only affairs, which

blend theater, history and music.

INSTRUCTOR: George Hosker-Bouley, Jr.

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 13th

STARTS: July 16th

ENDS: July 20th

COST: $170.00 Resident /$180.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: York High School Auditorium

DAYS: Monday- Friday

TIMES: 9:00am – 3:00pm

PERFORMANCE: Friday, July 20th, 5:30pm

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Tickle Your Ivories - Piano Camp how we can use air pressure to launch a hot air balloon. Use mini

Ages 7 & up vortex generators, Bernoulli bags, a wind tunnel, mini hovercrafts,

NO Experience needed…. and so much more! Build and take home a balloon copter, rubber-

This class is for students who are beginners or intermediates. If band powered airplane, and tornado tube connector.

you have never played the piano before, but wish to learn, you will Day 1: Where’s the Air

learn the skills to play several songs on the piano, and it will be a Day 2: Under Pressure

beginning for you if you want to continue your study of the piano. If Day 3: Fantastic Flyers

you have taken lessons before and just want to get back at it again INSTRUCTOR: Mad Science of Maine

or if you want to keep your skills up; learn a specific song, this camp REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 31st, or full

is for you. You can also use this time to practice your pieces and STARTS: August 7th

have professional help with your problem spots. There is a lot of ENDS: August 9th

time allotted for practice, and for asking questions, and there will COST: $130.00 Resident / $140.00 Non-resident

also be a performance at the end of the week to show how much LOCATION: Village Elementary School – Art Room

you have accomplished. Come join us in the Piano Lab at YMS. DAYS: Tuesday- Thursday

INSTRUCTOR: Susan Frank TIMES: 9:00am – 11:30am

REGISTRATION: May 30th – June 29th, or full Wild Dinosaur Camp

STARTS: July 2nd Ages 4 - 7

ENDS: July 6th Dinosaur camp is a great place for young children to find other

COST: $80.00 Resident / $95.00 Non-resident dinosaur lovers. We will do many activities about dinosaurs, sing

LOCATION: York Middle School dinosaur songs, play dinosaur games, act out dinosaur stories, and

DAYS: Monday- Friday make dinosaurs out of many different materials. This camp is for

TIMES: 1:00pm – 3:00pm any child who wants to know more about dinosaurs, or who wants

Up, Up & Away! to share their knowledge and fascination with dinosaurs with their

A Mad Science Program peers. There will be “Dino” play-time outside, weather permitting.
Ages 6 to 12 years
With school out, maybe you think you have not been under a lot of Bring snacks and drinks everyday
pressure? Think again! Join us to learn about air pressure and how
the weight of the earth’s atmosphere pushes down on you with the INSTRUCTOR: Susan Frank
force of an elephant! Learn that air is all around you and explore
the concepts of air pressure and buoyancy through hands-on REGISTRATION: May 30th– June 25th, or full
experiments with vacuum jars and Magdeburg spheres. Discover
how Bernoulli’s principle can keep things in the air like planes and STARTS: July 2nd

ENDS: July 6th

COST: $85.00 Resident / $95.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: York Middle School

DAYS: Monday- Friday

TIMES: 10:00am – 12:00pm

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Young Hacks Academy – Tech Leadership Summer Camps providing hospital, clinic and community-based OT for both kids

Do You have what it takes to become a leader in the 21st century? and adults since 1993. She has advanced training and experience in
Young Hacks Academy (http://www.younghacks.com) is a summer
day camp in which kids build video games about big challenges handwriting, sensory processing, Therapeutic Listening, Interactive
facing us on the local and global level, like clean water, endangered
wildlife, and homelessness. We aim to equip kids with a foundation Metronome, and yoga. She is a certified handwriting specialist
in computer programming, and to instill a passion for creative
problem-solving and a commitment to service. through Handwriting Without Tears. Rae Lynn brings whole-hearted

passion and professionalism to everything she does.

INSTRUCTOR: Rae Lynn Stackpoole MOT, OTR/L

REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 17th

STARTS: July 24th

Young Hacks Academy Beta Masters ENDS: August 23rd

Ages: 12-15 COST: $175.00 Resident / $185.00 Non-resident
Imagine a small indie game studio that has 5 days to pitch, design
and build a new video game. ( includes materials)

LOCATION: Kids Thrive at Landmark Hill, 581 U.S. Route 1

Following a real-world production cycle, YHA Beta Masters work in DAYS: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2x per week for a 5 weeks

teams to develop an innovative game prototype from conception to TIMES: 1:00pm- 2:15pm

completion. Campers will use the Stencyl game engine to take their

computational learning to the next level, creating original graphics

and bringing them to life with Haxe coding. The program culminates Maine

with a beta release party for friends and family. Recreation and Parks Association
Ticket Program
REGISTRATION: May 30th – July 2nd
Reduced Price Tickets for Area Amusements; a Maine Recreation
STARTS: July 9th & Parks Association Program!

ENDS: July 13th Available for purchase at the York Parks and Recreation Office
200 US Rte. 1 South | Grant House | York, Maine | 207-363-1040
COST: $280.00
Funtown / Splashtown Combo Passes
LOCATION: York High School
These are ONE DAY passes and provide access to both Funtown
DAYS: Monday- Friday AND Splashtown and all rides /slides. Passes are for anyone
48 inches and taller. Price is $30.00 for a
TIMES: 9:00am-4:00pm savings of $9.00

Zany Science and Art Print Camp Aquaboggan

For students entering First and Second Grades in Fall This one day pass is good
This class is for students who have learned print but are having for all slides and pools
difficulty with letter formation,handwriting size and spacing, only. Price is $15.00 for a
legibility and/ or grip. A quick handwriting screener will be given on savings of $5.00
the first day to gather a snap shot of each student’s current grip and
handwriting. In addition, it would be helpful for parents to bring a York’s Wild Kingdom
few different school writing samples on the first day of camp. Each
fun class will start with big muscle warm-up obstacle course in the This combo pass will be good for ONE DAY and includes all rides
Kids Thrive Gym to prime sensory systems and postural core muscles. and zoo. Go-karts or animal rides are not included.
Then we become Van Gogh Mad Scientists using multisensory science Price is $16.00.
and art projects with fine motor challenges to work on proper grasp
patterns and the letter lessons of the day. We conclude our sessions York Parks and Recreation 363-1040
with cool writing projects about our zany science or art project du
jour using training notebook paper to practice generalization of
writing skills taught in the lesson.

Joyfully led by Rae Lynn Stackpoole, a licensed Occupational Therapist
and mother of two. With a Master’s degree in OT, Rae Lynn has been

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Senior Center

The York Senior Center, located at 36 Main Street in York Beach, is Programs and Activities
a member based organization run by the Town of York Parks and for the Mind, Body & Soul
Recreation Department. The Center’s staff is dedicated to providing
individuals in our community, age 50 and over, with opportunities to Social – Educational – Health & Well-Being – Recreation
socialize and participate in learning and wellness activities.
Advisory Board Meetings Hiking
Becoming A Member Balance & Strengthening Holiday Celebrations
Ballroom Dancing Hospitality Committee
Membership is open to both residents and non-residents who are Bingo Informational Speakers/Seminars
age 50 and over. Annual membership runs from July 1st – June 30th. Blood Pressure Screening International Travel
Be sure to check out this year’s special Membership Drive activities Book & Movie Club Jewelry Making
and events scheduled for June 1st- July 31st. Not a member yet? Breakfast Club Knitting Group
Why not give us a try? We’d love to have you join us. Calligraphy Lawn Games
Membership Rates: $15.00 Resident / $22.00 Non-resident Card Games (Bridge, Cribbage, Lending Library
Hand and Foot, Poker, and Whist) Lunch and Learn
The “Scoop” Cell Phone and Tablet Classes Line Dancing
Coffee & Muffins Mahjong
All members receive our monthly newsletter and program guide Computer Accessibility Meals
“THE SCOOP”. This is where you’ll find detailed information Computer Help Sessions Medicare/Medicaid Updates
regarding all that is going on at the Center including our dining Computer Lab Membership Meetings
room menu and activity calendar. The Scoop is mailed to members Cookie Decorating Movies
monthly and can be found in several locations in the community Craft Club Puzzles
including the Senior Center, the Chamber of Commerce, along with Craft Fair S.A.L.T. Program (Seniors and Law
other York establishments. The SCOOP can also be found on our Crafts Enforcement Together)
website www.yorkparksandrec.org. Defensive Driving (AARP) Scrabble
Diabetic Shoe Fitting Sing-a-Longs
Summer 2018 Dinner Club Sunshine Committee
Dominoes Swimming
Drug Disposal Box Tai Chi
Exercise Tax Preparation
Fitness Trips (including day trips, overnight
Flu Shot Clinic trips and Mystery Trips)
Foot Care Clinic Walking
Glucose Screenings Watercolor Painting
Hairdresser Service Wii Bowling & Games
Golf Window Box Gardening
Hannaford / Good Shepherd Yoga
Zumba – Gold & Chair
Food Program
Hearing Screening

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Dining Room Summer Lobster Luncheon

We proudly serve home-cooked meals at 12:00pm, Monday – Friday, July 20th
Friday. Our in-house chef works to provide you with the very best
in variety and quality of meals. A meal donation of $4.00 per We are pleased to partner with our friends from the York Masonic
member is suggested. Non-Member guests are always welcome at
a suggested donation of $5.00 per person. Reservations for dining Lodge to host this culminating Membership Drive event. Take the
may be made up until 3:00pm the day before you wish to attend. As
long as space permits and we have enough food to accommodate, heat out of your kitchen this summer and join us for a delicious Maine
we will accept reservations until 9:00am on the day of a meal. A
full menu is published monthly in our Newsletter “The Scoop” and lobster bake. This meal includes choice of single or twin lobsters,
weekly menus are posted on the public access television channel 3
and our website www.yorkparksandrec.org. clam chowder, corn, potato salad, watermelon, blueberry cake, and

beverages. Our lobster bake is open to the public and all members,

old and new, are always welcome. We will offer special entertainment

before the meal. Reservations required, space is limited. We hope

you’ll come and get acquainted with York Senior Center.

REGISTRATION: June 19th until full

TO REGISTER: York Senior Center 207-363-1036

Membership Drive 2018 STARTS: July 20th

Our annual Membership Drive runs from June 1st – July 31st and ENDS: July 20th
includes several activities geared toward celebrating our members
and all of the wonderful benefits that membership at the York COST: $17.00 / $22.00 Sr. Center members or
Senior Center offers. We invite those interested in becoming a
member to stop by the Center and say hello or join us for one of $20.00 / $25.00 non-members (prices subject to
these special events. All are welcome!
change based on market value)

LOCATION: York Senior Center

DAY: Friday

TIME: 12:00pm lunch

Bring a Friend to Lunch Day AARP Driver Safety Program

Wednesday, June 13th Thursdays, May 17th and November 15th
Come to lunch and bring a friend who is not a member, introduce them
to your friends at the York Senior Center and acquaint them with all of We are pleased to be able to partner with AARP to offer this
the wonderful programs you enjoy here. If your friend joins York Senior
Center as a new, first-time member, you and your guest will both eat for Driver Safety Course to anyone over the age of 50. This is a four
free! This is a great way to have them become a member of the Senior
Center and share in all the fun you have. Contact the Senior Center hour, interactive course that has no test and is designed to keep
Office to register you and your friend for lunch.
participants driving safely for as long as possible. This is the

nation’s first, and largest, classroom refresher course designed

specifically to meet the needs of experienced and mature drivers.

This Driver Safety Course helps older drivers learn how to adjust

Membership Drive Entertainment their driving to age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction

time. Additionally, insurance companies in the State of Maine are

and Roast Pork Dinner required by law to give discounts to drivers 55 years of age and

Friday, June 15th older who successfully complete the course. Participants must

We welcome all members, and those who want to be, to join us at register in advance as space is limited. Open to everyone.

3:00pm, for this special afternoon of entertainment followed by REGISTRATION: Ongoing until full

Nancy’s delicious Roast Pork Dinner. This dinner is always a hit with TO REGISTER: York Senior Center 207-363-1036

our members and we look forward to a full house again this year. STARTS: May 17th or November 15th

Don’t miss out and register right away if you plan to join us as space ENDS: May 17th or November 15th

is limited. COST: $15.00 for AARP Members

REGISTRATION: June 1st until full $20.00 Non-members

TO REGISTER: York Senior Center 207-363-1036 LOCATION: York Senior Center

STARTS: June 15th DAYS: Thursday

ENDS: June 15th TIMES: 9:00am- 2:30pm (1 hour lunch break)

COST: $5.00 per person

INCLUSION: Entertainment and roast pork dinner

LOCATION: York Senior Center

DAY: Friday

TIME: 3:00pm Entertainment / 4:30pm Dinner

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Program/Series
Ballroom Dancing – NEW!
So It’s Time to Sell the House
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance or do you already
know how? Did you know that ballroom dancing is not just fun but Thursday, May 24th, Thursday, September 27th, and
also great exercise? Well this is for you. We offer ballroom dance Thursday, October 25th
lessons at York Senior Center with instructor and professional If you’ve been thinking about making a change and thought about
ballroom dancer, Luis Nagle. Luis has instructed for many years at “downsizing” or “right sizing” the place you call home then this
the Portsmouth Ballroom and now offers this program at York Senior is a not to be missed. Whether you have owned your home for
Center. If you have a partner, great, bring them with you, however 40+ years or just 4+ years, times have changed in the way real
you don’t even need a partner to participate. This class will is held on estate is presented, marketed and sold. We’re excited to have you
Mondays from 10:00am until noon. Cost: Members; $5.00 per class, attend and meet Steve Bousquet. Steve brings his 25 plus years of
Non-Members $8.00 per class. Please note that members will have experience in real estate to this event and you’re sure to come away
priority as space is limited. C’mon and get your dancing shoes on and with the information and wisdom you’ll need to make sure that
get ready to dance! the decision you make will be the right one for you. This is a Lunch
& Learn Program, if you plan to join us for the presentation, your
Breakfast and Dinner Clubs – JOIN US! lunch is $1.00 off this day. RESERVATION FOR THE CLASS AND THE
LUNCH REQUIRED!
Do you like to eat breakfast or dinner out? Enjoy good company?
This is the program for you! Our breakfast club continues to Tai Chi
grow each month and we are enjoying all that the local breakfast
establishments have to offer. So popular is the Breakfast Club, Fridays – 12:45pm
that we’ve added a Dinner Club! Each month we are invited Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that is well known for its
to a delicious, affordably priced, breakfast or dinner at various health benefits including balance, memory and meditation. We
restaurants and businesses around town and surrounding hope that you’ll plan to join instructor Bob Porter for Tai Chi on
communities. Watch your Scoop or check in with us to see where Friday afternoons. No experience necessary, just wear loose,
we are headed each month. Members, and non-members alike, comfortable clothes and shoes and Bob will guide you through the
are welcome to join us. Reservations are a must for each club, rest. This is a great opportunity to try something new! There is a $5
beginning on the dates specified. drop-in fee for members and $7 for non-members.

Gentle Hatha Yoga Take a Hike
with Pat Fitzgerald, e-Ryt
May – September, 9:45am
Mondays - 12:45pm York Land Trust Presents Special Places in York
Yoga for Strong Bones is a modified series of traditional poses, which From May-September the York Senior Center in collaboration
can be done by almost anyone of any age or ability. We’ll place with York Land Trust, will offer Guided walks through five public
special emphasis on “bone-safe yoga” (for those with osteoporosis preserves in York that are under land trust care. Get your walking
or osteopenia), balance, and fall prevention. Props, chairs, or walls shoes ready to go exploring and come learn about these hidden
can be used to make poses accessible and to provide support and gems that are right here in York. We will be visiting Smelt Brook,
safety in balance poses. The class gently helps you build strength, Highland Farm, Hilton-Winn, McIntire Highlands, McFeely Preserves
increase flexibility, improve mental clarity, and energize the body. and, of course, the hiking trail at Mt. Agamenticus. Each of these
Flexibility is an outcome of yoga, not a prerequisite. Please bring preserves has trails that are open to the public 365-days a year and
a yoga mat if you have one and your favorite props and wear have no user fees. Visitors can explore these trails year-round by
comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. There is a $5 walking, running, snowshoeing or cross country skiing. Mark your
drop-in fee for members and $7 for non-members. Pat FitzGerald, calendars and enjoy these walks with our Senior Center Staff. These
e-RYT, is a certified yoga instructor, an osteoporosis educator and an
older adult fitness instructor.

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walks will be offered twice a month (with a rain date if need be), Zentangle – Meditative Drawing
FREE bus transportation will be offered from the Senior Center,
or you may meet us there, all you need are your walking shoes! Artist/instructor Joyce Amend presents Zentangle- a meditative
Contact the Senior Center for dates.
process of creating art, wherein simple shapes and lines combine to
Ukulele Lessons and Fun!
make beautiful and interesting artworks. The focus of Zentangle is
Wednesdays, beginning June 13th – August 22nd, 10:30am -
Includes Mandolin, Banjo, and Guitar on the process of creation, rather than the end result- and is both

Do you play the Ukulele or want to learn to play? If you do play, fun and stress-relieving. Zentangle embraces beauty and accepts
have you always wanted to play with other people in a low key, no
stress environment just for fun? Well, this is a great opportunity for imperfections. It is calming, relaxing and therapeutic- and tends
you. We are excited to be able to offer this program to you which
will be held on Wednesdays beginning June 13th. to distract from some of the realities of life. If you can draw a line

Playing music with others is an important part of getting better and a circle (perfectly or not), you can Zentangle. This absorbing art
at an instrument, yet this is often the hardest thing for people
to do. This is an opportunity to play songs with other people in form can be enjoyed anywhere and everywhere. Open to the public.
a relaxed atmosphere. The goal of the group is to have fun while
getting better at the ukulele. The songs we will be playing are COST: Members pay $10 per class
straight forward. There is no need to be overly concerned with your
ability level. Alternate fingerings will be given to those who are Non-members pay $12 per class
just starting out. If you play another acoustic instrument – banjo,
mandolin, guitar, that is fine.....bring it! DATES: One Friday per month, check for dates

This class will be taught by Jason Crigler, a teacher at Berwick LOCATION: York Senior Center Activity Room
Academy and the Portsmouth Music and Arts Center. As a Guitarist,
Jason has toured and/or recorded with numerous artists including DAYS: Fridays
John Cale, Marshall Crenshaw, Linda Thompson, Erin Mckeown, and
Teddy Thompson. He also has appeared on the Late Night show TIME: 2:00pm – 3:30pm
with David Letterman as well as Later... with Jools Holland. Jason has
composed and recorded music for a number of independent film and
ad campaigns. Jason studied at the Berklee College of Music and has
been teaching for over twenty years. Contact the Senor Center for
detailed information and pricing. As an extra bonus, participate in this
class AND join us for lunch and take $1.00 off your meal.

World Cinema

Each month we offer a movie in our Activity Room, graciously
sponsored by the International Women’s Club of New England’s
World Cinema. Movies are announced monthly in the Scoop and
shown on one Thursday afternoon each month at 3:00pm. All are
welcome to attend and no preregistration is necessary. Watch the
Scoop for the date and movie information, mark your calendars and
please come join us!

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Cribbage Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00am
All are invited to join us three times each week for this popular,
Monday – Friday 8:30am video-led exercise program. If you have set a goal to move more
Join us for cribbage any morning or every morning! We play from and improve your overall health, then this is the class for you. This
8:30am until 11:30am daily. While you’re here, feel free to enjoy is a free program for our members.
some breakfast refreshments and camaraderie. The more, the
merrier- all are welcome!

Scrabble Dominoes

Monday, 1:00pm Monday, Wednesday & Friday ,1:00pm
Our Scrabble group continues to grow. It is a great way to meet new Come and join the fun of Dominoes on Mondays, Wednesdays and
people, learn new words, use the ones that you know and keep that Fridays at 1:00pm. Our group plays the game called “Mexican Train.”
memory going strong! All levels are welcome to join in the fun and Join us for afternoons of domino fun!
challenge!
Hand and Foot
Bridge
Tuesday,1:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00pm Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun playing Hand and Foot. Hand
We’ve had many requests for Bridge and we’re offering it at York and Foot is a North American game related to Canasta, where each
Senior Center. If you are an avid bridge player and want to play, player is dealt two sets of cards, one is the hand which is played first
this is for you as well! This is a great way to spend an afternoon as and the other is the foot which is played when the hand has been
well as meet new friends! We have a member who is coordinating used up. We’re happy to report that we have several players! Some
foursomes for Bridge. If you are interested in playing this popular have played before, while others are learning. This is a quick game to
card game, then please contact us (207) 363-1036. We are always learn and everyone is willing to help! Join us on Tuesday afternoon!
looking for more players!
Blood Glucose Screening
Poker
Tuesdays, 10:30am
Monday & Wednesday, 1:00pm The York Ambulance Association joins us on the third Tuesday of
Poker has really taken off here at York Senior Center! We are now every month to provide a finger stick blood glucose screening for any
offering Poker twice each week! Mark your calendars and plan to member interested in having their glucose levels tested. The staff
join every Monday and Wednesday at 1:00pm in the dining room. from the Ambulance Association will also be available to provide
blood pressure checks. Be sure to stop in any time between 10:30am-
11:30am to have your glucose and blood pressure checked.

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Tuesday, 1:00pm Line Dancing
Are you a crafter who enjoys working on your project in the
company of like-minded folks? This is the “crafternoon” for you! Friday ,10:30am
By far the most popular craft on Tuesdays is knitting, however we We are so excited that one of our members, Diane Anderson, who
welcome all crafters to join in the camaraderie of a productive work currently teaches Line Dancing at the Wells Senior Center, has
session. It’s simple, just pack up your project and come on down agreed to instruct here at York Senior Center too! Cost is $2.00 per
to the center and join us! Coffee, tea and great conversation are person, payable to the instructor.
always included.
Morning Walk
Zumba Gold
Friday, 8:30am
Tuesday at 8:30am If you have committed yourself to being more active, you must
Thursday at 8:00am come for Friday morning walks at 8:30am. We meet at the Senior
Zumba has been a big hit with Nina El-Badry and Anita Augustyniak, Center and take different routes each time. We allot an hour,
our own Zumba Gold instructors! Everyone is movin’ and shakin’. however we can tailor a walk that comfortably works for you!
Come in Tuesday and Thursday mornings and join the fun! If you’ve Perhaps you’re a beginner and can only walk for a few minutes...no
never tried Zumba, this is a great time to start. Open to members problem! Just meet us in the morning and we’ll plan the route. All
and non-members. Cost is $5.00 per class. There is a $5 drop-in fee are welcome!
for members and $7 for non-members.
Mahjong
Foot Care Service
Fridays, 1:00pm
York Hospital Mahjong is now “clicking” in our activity room so join the fun and play!
Wednesday, 8:00am-11:00am
The Senior Center offers a foot care clinic on Wednesdays, courtesy Learn How to Play Mahjong
of York Hospital. This service is available by appointment only, so
please call to make your appointment (207) 363-1036. Cost $15.00. Thursdays, 1:00pm
Interested in learning Mahjong? Now you can learn Mahjong or just
Blood Pressure Clinic brush up your skills with our beginner Mahjong group that meets
each Thursday afternoon at 1:00pm.
Wednesday,9:00am-9:30am
The Senior Center offers a walk-in blood pressure clinic on Hairdresser Service
Wednesdays between foot care appointments.
Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00pm by appointment
WII Bowling Our hairdresser, Susan, is available by appointment on Wednesday
afternoons from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. Hairdressing service is
Thursday, 1:00pm $10.00. If you’d like an appointment, call the office (207) 363-1036.
Join us for some fun Wii bowling! 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 down if it’s easier for
you. We hope that you’ll plan to give it a try, it’s a lot of fun and ALL
are welcome!

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Park and Manhattan. Many who have enjoyed prior trips that we
Rolling Out have taken, have seen the 911 Memorial from the beginning but
of York Trips have not had the opportunity to see the final outcome and the
memorial finished. On this trip our plan is to not only visit the
BEYOND THE HORIZONS memorial, but the new National 9/11 Museum too. We will set sail
International Travel on the ferry and visit Liberty Island where you will be able to get a
close up of the Statue of Liberty. Then a guided tour and time on
Rolling Out of York is excited that we are now “Rolling Beyond Ellis Island, the gateway to the USA. While there you will follow in
the Horizons.” Many of our travelers and members expressed the footsteps of millions of immigrants who came seeking a new
an interest in international travel. We heard the call and have life.... do not forget to tour the wall and see if you can find your
expanded our program to include 1 international trip a year. This ancestors’ names on the wall from many years ago. Reservations are
November we will be discovering Southern Italy (Amalfi Coast), limited so make your reservation now.
Sicily, and Rome. Be on the look-out this summer for detailed
information regarding the 2019 International trip location and dates Please contact the Senior Center for detailed itinerary and trip
prices.
Overnight Trips
Biltmore Estates & Asheville, NC
Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Halifax & New
Brunswick, Canada October 14th– 19th
Many of you have requested this great trip, so here is your
July 8th - 16th opportunity to join us. We are currently working on trip to the
Fortunately, we have been offered a unique trip this year to tour Biltmore Estates and a tour of Asheville, NC. You will have the
the eastern side of Canada; Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Bew opportunity to view the elegant Biltmore Estates which is America’s
Brunswick and Halifax. The trip will include a stop at Bar Harbor and largest privately owned home. You will surely marvel at the
then a tour of Acadia National Park located on Mount Desert Island. beautiful gardens.
Then we are headed for Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. There, we will
tour the Capital city of Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, and Lunenburg. The Please contact the Senior Center for detailed itinerary and trip
next day we will be touring Prince Edward Island and have free time prices.
in Charlottetown. Included will be a tour of the Hopewell Rocks which
welcomes many tourists each year. The formations, left naturally Mini Bus Trips
by the environment and the water, are phenomenal and will totally
amaze you. Before heading back to Maine, we will visit King’s Landing Friendly reminder! In order to provide such great prices for
Historical Settlement. This settlement is known as one of Canada’s these trips, we do have to follow strict minimum and maximum
premier tourist attractions. Due to the length of this trip seats are enrollment numbers, along with firm payment deadlines. If you
going to be limited, so please make your reservation now. Trip reserve a seat for one of our bus excursions, your reservation will be
insurance will be available at a minimal cost. held only until the final payment date (unless other arrangements
Please contact the Senior Center for detailed itinerary and trip prices. have been made). In the event the trip does not meet the
minimum number and the trip has to be cancelled you will receive
a full refund. After the final payment deadline date, participant
cancellations are not refundable.

New York City, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island COASTAL MAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS
Boothbay Harbor, Maine
August 17th- 21st
This summer, we will be visiting the “Big Apple” better known as the June 2018 OR October 2018
“the City That Never Sleeps”; New York City. While in New York we It will be a beautiful day as you tour the Coastal Maine Botanical

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gardens which will feature salads, an assortment of wraps including
vegetarian, chips, homemade cookie, and bottled water. After Maine State Theatre Productions
lunch we will have a guided tour of the gardens which will last
approximately 1 hour. After our tour enjoy the spectacular gardens Brunswick, Maine
on your own and do not forget to visit the Rhododendron Gardens This year will be our third year visiting the Maine State Theatre
in June, OR the magnificent fall colors of Autumn in October, which in Brunswick and it is sure to be another HUGE hit with everyone
is always a huge hit. We will make a stop for dinner on your own who joins . The productions as well as the acoustics of the theatre
before returning to York. Please be sure to contact the Senior are superb! This year we are excited to offer day trips to all of their
Center for detailed itinerary or to register. shows. You will note that York Senior Center has been invited to
attend 2 of their “special invitation events,” which are listed. The
Dirty Dancing, Merrill Auditorium schedule is as follows so please be sure to contact the Senior Center
Portland, Maine for detailed itinerary or to register. 2:00pm shows.
Friday, June 8th Million Dollar Quartet
Tuesday, June 19th Monday, June 18th I Love A Piano (Special invitation event)
We are excited to be able to enjoy the Broadway version of the hit Tuesday, July 31st Saturday Night Fever
musical, “Dirty Dancing.” This performance was originally scheduled Monday, August 13th Jubilee Concert (Special invitation event)
for January 2018, but due to the winter weather blizzard that we Thursday, August 23rd Singing In the Rain
had, it has been rescheduled to June. With this date change, we
were able to obtain tickets and enjoy the show!! Day trips are being planned to the following shows to the
Dirty Dancing—The Classic Story on Stage is an unprecedented
live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate Ogunquit Playhouse:
romance and sensational dancing. Seen by millions across the globe,
this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, May 31st Smokey Joe’s Café
two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds who
come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant June 14th Oklahoma
summer of their lives. Featuring the hit songs, “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey
Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and the heart-stopping “(I’ve Had) The July 26th An American in Paris
Time of My Life.” London’s Sunday Express says, “This crowd-pleasing
stage adaptation hits the jackpot!” Don’t miss your chance to see this Aug. 30th Grumpy Old Men
record-breaking live theatre sensation. You’ll have the time of your
life! Before the show we will enjoy dinner on your own. Please be Sept. 12th Show title TBA
sure to contact the Senior Center for detailed itinerary or to register.
Please be sure to contact the Senior Center for detailed itinerary or

to register.

The Following Day Trips are in the planning stages:

July/August, date TBA Yankee Homecoming Craft Fair,

Newburyport, MA

August date TBA Hammond Castle & Boat Cruise

September 23rd Common Ground Fair, Unity Maine

September date TBA Cumberland County Fair TBA

October 2nd Fryeburg Fair (Senior Day), Fryeburg Maine

Fall 2018 Hobo Train/Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Cruise

New and exciting trips are always being planned, be sure to contact
the Senior Center for the most up to date trip locations, dates and
itineraries.

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Baby Boomer Programs

Baby Boomer Beginner GOLF CLINICS on their game but could benefit from some fine-tuning. Assistant

Mondays, June 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th Golf Professional, Jackson Cogger will focus on improving the

Mondays , September 10th, 17th, 24th & October 1st core fundamentals of the swing, grip, stance, posture, alignment,

We have, once again, partnered with Cape Neddick Country Club chipping and putting, and will offer specified individual instruction

to offer Baby Boomers this opportunity to learn, practice and play to participants as needed. In our opinion, the best part of the clinic

more golf. This is the perfect clinic for anyone who wants to spend will be the on course skills training/play incorporated into the day.

some time, each week, fine tuning your skills in preparation for a This is your opportunity to take what you’ve learned from the

golf-filled summer or fall. Don’t have clubs and not sure if you want putting green and driving range immediately to the course, to play

to make the investment just yet….no problem, they have clubs with and learn from the staff. There will be two sessions to choose

available to borrow for both righties and lefties. Assistant Golf from, one in June and one in September, from 5:00pm – 6:00pm,

Professional, Jackson Cogger will focus on the core fundamentals of and will cost $125.00. The clinic will include all instruction, skill

the swing, grip, stance, posture, alignment, chipping and putting, reinforcement, on course skills training, a lunch voucher, 9 holes

and will offer specified individual instruction to participants as of play, and reduced “guest of member” rates to play at CNCC the

needed. In our opinion, the best part of the clinic will be the on remainder of the season. Space is limited and registration at the

course skills training scheduled for the final week’s session; this Parks and Recreation office is required.

is your opportunity to take what you’ve learned from the putting REGISTRATION: Ongoing until full

green and driving range to the course, to play with and learn from STARTS: June 4th and September 10th

the staff. There will be two sessions to choose from, one in June and ENDS: June 25th and October 1st

one in September, from 4:00pm – 5:00pm, and will cost $125.00. COST: $125.00

The clinic will include all instruction, skills reinforcement, on course INCLUDES: Instruction, lunch voucher, clubs (If needed)

skills training, a voucher for one free round of golf including cart and 9 holes of golf.

(some restrictions may apply), and reduced “guest of member” LOCATION: Cape Neddick Country Club

rates to play at CNCC the remainder of the season. Space is limited DAYS: Mondays

and registration at the Parks and Recreation office is required. TIMES: 5:00pm – 6:00pm

REGISTRATION: Ongoing until full

STARTS: June 4th or September 10th Baby Boomer Beginner Kayaking
with BOOST Outdoors
ENDS: June 25th or October 1st
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with BOOST
COST: $125.00 OUTDOORS to facilitate both our adult and youth kayak programs
this summer. BOOST is based out of Exeter, NH and offers tailored
INCLUDES: Instruction, one free round of golf including cart outdoor adventure programming and wilderness education for all
group sizes, ages and abilities. Their experienced guides work with
(an $85.00 value), clubs (If needed) groups, families, recreation departments and individuals to craft
appropriately challenging experiences designed to build and BOOST
and course time confidence, learning, self-efficiency, well-being, and integrity.

LOCATION: Cape Neddick Country Club

DAYS: Mondays

TIMES: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Baby Boomer Intermediate/Advance Clinics Recreational Kayaking is said to be the “perfect sport for the not
so sporty”; you do not need to be a skilled athlete to be a kayaker.
Mondays, June 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th It’s an ideal activity for young or old, fit or not. Men and women
Mondays , September 10th, 17th, 24th & October 1st can be athletic equals in a recreational kayak. It’s easy to learn
Our Baby Boomer Beginner Clinics have become so popular that (most get the knack in just a few minutes) and it is exhilarating and
we have students who are ready to take it to the next level. This completely relaxing….all at the same time! Kayaking is fun exercise!
Intermediate/Advanced clinic is designed for anyone who has
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Lots of baby boomers walk for exercise but what most lack is upper Baby Boomer Tennis
body strength and walking doesn’t provide that. The usual cure is
weight and strength training at the gym, but for most that is not Adult Beginner/Advanced
very fun. Kayaking gives you a good upper body work out with
varying intensity levels as controlled by you. You can burn calories Beginner
by paddling at a quick pace or unwind with a few easy strokes every
now and then. Kayaking also offers a unique outdoor experience… Tuesday Evenings
you are gliding across the water at eye level with nature! There is
nothing to be intimidated by, your certified guide will provide you This three-week class is for those who
with an introduction to kayaking and a safety session that will have
you benefitting from, and loving this sport in no time. have not played before, who are just

getting started, or those who have some

experience but are a little “rusty”. You

will learn all the basics of the game

including: strokes, rules, scoring,

footwork and tennis etiquette.

This year we are offering three (3), three day sessions. We Classes will include ball feeding

encourage you to sign up for as few or as many of the weeks as drills, live-ball hitting with other

you’d like. Due to the number of kayaks available, class size is classmates, and personal stroke

limited. We encourage any interested paddlers to register early. instruction.

REGISTRATION: May 30th, until full By the end of the class, you will have

Week #1: July 16th, July 18th, and July 20th learned the grips and basic stroke of the

Week #2: July 23rd, July 25th and July 27th forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and

Week #3: August 6th, August 8th and August 10th overhead shots. You will also be introduced

COST: $30.00 per session to effective ways to practice as well

LOCATION: Strawberry Island, Off Rte.103 as fundamental singles and doubles

DAYS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday positioning and play.

TIMES: Week #1, 9:30am – 10:30am INSTRUCTOR: Ted Welch, former York High School Athletic

(times based on optimal tide) Director and Tennis Coach

Week #2, 8:00am – 9:00am REGISTRATION: May 30th – June 15th

(times based on optimal tide) STARTS: June 19th- No class on July 3rd

Week #3, 8:00am – 9:00am ENDS: July 10th

(times based on optimal tide) COST: $45.00 Resident / $55.00 Non-resident

WHAT TO BRING: Comfortable clothes, shoes/sandals that can get LOCATION: York High School Tennis Courts – by the YHS track

wet, life jacket, water bottle DAYS: Tuesdays

TIMES: 5:00pm – 6:30pm

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2018 Road Races July 4th
Sponsored by the York Rotary Club, the USATF certified four-mile,
2018 Road Races, Walks and Challenge Events chip timed, course has become one of the most popular races in
the seacoast area. The scenic York beaches are surely an attraction
Something for everyone! along with free T-shirts to anyone registered before June 5th. The
Road Races can be a great way to get the whole family moving…we 4th of July is traditionally a family day and the “Four on the 4th”
encourage runners and walkers alike to join us for one or all of our road race offers a festive family atmosphere to running families
scheduled races this season. Each race offers its own unique flair, and spectators. Refreshments will be available following the race.
there’s a course for everyone! For more information or to register Check-in and registration will open at the starting line at 6:00am at
for any of the races in this line-up please visit our website at www. the York High School, Long Sands Road. The gun will fire at 8:00am.
yorkparksandrec.org. Looking for a slower, more leisurely walk? We There will be a $100 cash prize awarded to each of the overall male
have those too. and female winners. Prizes also awarded to first, second and third
place division winners. A Fun Run will immediately follow this run.
Self-Guided Story Walk™ Applications or online registration is available at our website at
www.yorkparksandrec.org
Mt. Agamenticus
The StoryWalkTM program combines the benefits of physical activity, Annual Amidon Family Dentistry
time outdoors in nature, literacy and family time by taking children’s York Days 5K Road Race
books and posting them, in pieces, along a recreational path or
hiking trail. Discover this spring’s feature: The Dandelion Seed by July 29th
Joseph Anthony and illustrated by Cris Arbo. Then be sure to check The Parks and Recreation Department will once again sponsor this
back this summer for Forest Bright, Forest Night by Jennifer Ward, 5K York Days Road Race to be held Sunday, July 29th at 8:00am at
with illustrations by Jamichael Henterley. Start the StoryWalkTM at York High School, Long Sands Road, York, ME. The race offers mile
the Mountain Road base parking area and then follow the pages markers, water, professional chip timing, prizes, raffles, police and
along the Ring trail to the west and Witch Hazel trail to the summit. ambulance. Free T-shirts will be given to anyone registered by July
3rd. This race will be immediately followed by a fun run. Kick off the
York Hospital 5K Road and Cross Country Race week- long York Days Celebration with this scenic race. Proceeds
from this race benefit York Parks and Recreation Department
June 2nd Youth Programs. This race is one of 8 races in this year’s Seacoast
Enjoy this early summer, June 2nd, run through scenic York Road Race Series. For more information on the series visit www.
Village and York Harbor. For more information or to register proportsmouth.org/seacoastseries.cfm Applications or online
contact York Hospital’s Friendraising Office at 351-2228 or registration is available at our website at www.yorkparksandrec.org
www.yorkhospital5k.com

Wetland Walk Summer Stroll and Simple Tree ID

Saturday, June 9th, 10:00am-12pm Saturday, August 11th, 9:00am-12:00pm
The Mount A region has the highest concentration of vernal pools in Learn the common names of popular tree species on a gentle stroll
the state and is home to three threatened and endangered species. following the new Big A and Ring trails. We will take a second look at
Join us and the Center for Wildlife with live turtle ambassadors to leaf evidence, bark, buds, seeds, and more to assist in identification.
learn about seasonal life cycles, critical habitats, and the difference The Center for Wildlife will be joining us for a live animal
between facultative and obligate species. Then hike to nearby demonstration, including their resident porcupine ambassador,
vernal pools, ephemeral streams, and wetlands. Open to all ages, Henry! Come and learn about Henry’s favorite foods like black birch,
moderate hike. Your donation of $7/person makes this program oak, hemlock, maple, and of course acorns! Program and walk open
possible. Program registration required. to all ages; may break walk into two levels based on signups. Your
Email [email protected] to register! donation of $7/person makes this program possible.

Summer 2018

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Hike or Run up to 5K for Fitness and 3rd place teams, so get your team together and we’ll see you
Saturday, July 28th.
This is an event for all health levels to enjoy the outdoors and REGISTRATION: May 30th, Ongoing until full
REGISTRATION FEE: $150.00 per team
meet your own fitness goals. Our new Big A Universal Access trail
Christmas in July
can accommodate all capabilities, while adjoining trails offer even
Lighting of the Nubble
greater challenges. Join us and establish your own personal record! Due to this summer’s extensive renovation project at the Nubble,
we will NOT be hosting the Christmas in July Lighting event. Be
There will be some lucky prize winners. Race amenities include sure to make plans to join us on November 24th for our Holiday
Lighting. We look forward to celebrating Christmas in July with you
water and fruit. Consider bringing your own picnic lunch to enjoy again in 2019.

at the summit after the awards. Parking is limited. The first 40 to York Days Amidon Family Dentistry
5K Road Race
register will receive premium parking passes.
July 29th
The first 100 are guaranteed into event (may have to shuttle). See details in Race Section page 66.

All are guaranteed to Get Fit!

REGISTRATION: Ongoing through September 13th

Online or in-person registration available

at the Parks and Recreation Office

COST: 5K $15.00 per individual / $35.00 per family (up to 4)

1 Mile $10.00 per individual / $20.00 per family (up to 4)

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, September 13th York Days Craft Fair

LOCATION: Mount Agamenticus Summit August 4th & 5th
The York Days Craft Fair will be held Saturday and Sunday, August
DATE: Saturday, September 15th 5th and 6th from 10:00am to 5:00pm. We would like to welcome
both artisans and shoppers to participate in the display of crafts
TIMES: 5K starts at 10:00 a.m.; 1Mi starts at 10:30 a.m.; and family activities. Food, face painting, sand art, jumpy houses,
pottery, crafts, jewelry, paintings, dried flowers, and clothing are
Awards/Raffle winners announced at 11:30 a.m. just a few of the attractions. Artisan applications are available at the
Parks and Recreation Department.
Annual Turkey Trot
Fireworks
November 24th
The York Rotary Club has scheduled the Annual Turkey Trot for August 5th
Saturday, November 25th at Village Elementary School. The Trot Sponsored by the York Beach Fire Department, Sunday, August 5th
is a scenic 5K road race through York Village and York Harbor. The at Short Sands Beach, 9:00pm.
race offers mile markers, water, police traffic control, on course
ambulance and professional timing. T-shirts will be given to the first Additional York Days Events are being planned, details
200 registrants. Race to benefit York Food Pantry, non-perishable were not ready at the time of the printing of this publication.
donations accepted. Applications or online registration is available
at our website at www.yorkparksandrec.org Please be sure to check our website for more details.
www.yorkparksandrec.org
York Days 2018

York days Co-Ed Softball Tournament York Beach Concert Series
Sponsored by Ellis Park
July 28th
Dig out those bats and balls and spend the weekend at the York The Ellis Park Concert Series will once again take place at the gazebo
High School and Village Elementary School softball fields. This will most evenings, this summer. A complete schedule of concerts,
be a double elimination tournament limited to 8 teams. Each team including the York Days line-up, will be available on both the Town’s
will have a maximum of 15 players, four of which will be female. and the Parks and Recreation Department’s website at
ASA rules will govern all play. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd www.yorkparksandrec.org.

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68 in order to avoid disappointment. You must make all tryouts in order
to be considered for the team. In the event that there are extenuating
Coming This Fall ... circumstances that we should know about, communication with our
office must be made prior to the first try-out date.
Youth Programs
for Fall This program will require travel to and from games. We will do our
best to keep the distance to within an hour of York but in some
“A Christmas Carol”- Theatre Production cases the travel may be slightly longer than one hour.

It is never too early to think about the holidays! Planning for this year’s This program is a large commitment of time. Practices and games
production of Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol” is in full swing. Join Father begin by mid- November and the season runs through March. If you
Christmas, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and all the ghosts for a fanciful good have any questions about this program before making the decision
time filled with songs and dance. This year’s performance is scheduled to have your child tryout, please contact Robin Cogger or Ryan Avery
for December 8th and 9th. Be on the look-out for registration to open at any time to discuss.
in mid-September with rehearsals to begin in early November.
Back Again This Year!
Basketball Basketball – Tournament Travelers

Our youth basketball program involves nearly 400 children (grades Boys and Girls in 3rd and 4th grade
k-9), volunteer coaches and officials in a fun-filled instructional Registration Details will be available in the fall, be sure to check our
setting beginning in November and running through Mid-February. website and e-newsletters! The Tournament Travelers program is
Our basketball programs, at all levels, are designed to emphasize under construction! Our staff is busy making some changes that we
individual skill development through fun-filled, healthy competition, look forward to sharing with you in the fall.
and hard work. This includes skills, drills, and games.
Football this Fall with York Youth Football
Our Basketball Program is currently under construction! We are
excited to be working in the off-season to make some changes that Grades 3 - 8
we feel with make our program better than ever. Be on the lookout Come join the York Youth Football team! The goal of the York Youth
this fall for more detailed information regarding each division along Football (YYF) program for grades 3 through 8 is to provide pre-
with registration deadline dates and program start dates. high school aged York youth with a positive and safe experience
in the game of football. YYF’s objectives are that participants have
Basketball – Travel Teams fun, learn the values of team sports and discipline, and learn the
fundamentals of the game of football in a coaching environment
Boys and Girls in 5th and 6th Grade where safety comes first!
Try-out dates will be announced in the fall, please check our website
and e-newsletters! YYF offers three divisions of play for York’s Youth by grade level:

Tryouts for the girls and boys 5th and 6th grade traveling basketball teams Mites, grades 3 & 4; Pee Wees, grades 5 & 6; Juniors, grades 7 &
will be held in the fall (date TBA) Practices for this league will be held twice
a week and the game schedule consists of approximately 12 games plus 8. YYF is part of the Southern Maine Youth Football League, so
tournament play. All students in grades 5 & 6 who are interested in playing
in this competitive league are encouraged to try out! all games are played locally and in surrounding southern Maine

Before you make the decision to tryout, please consider the following: communities. YYF provides a Ridell helmet, shoulder pads, leg and
Unlike our Saturday basketball program, the travel teams consist of
just 2 girls teams made up of 12 players maximum, and 2 boys’ teams tail bone pads, practice jersey and pants, personalized game jersey
made up of 12 players maximum, therefore, please be aware that
there will be cuts made. In some rare cases, additional teams may and pants, and a 2018 YYF participant t-shirt. Participants must
be added should large participant numbers and available gymnasium
space allow. Be sure to talk to your child about this before the tryouts supply cleats and athletic supporter with a cup.

Summer 2018 REGISTRATION: www.yorkyouthfootball.com

Online May 1st through until July 31, 2017

STARTS: All divisions start the first week of August 2017 and

the season runs through the end of October

COST: $175 (includes all equipment)

LOCATION: Bog Road Field

DAYS: 3 practices a week & 1 weekend game, Actual

practice and game dates/ times TBD

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For Southern Maine, Based in York!The Hammerhead Wrestling Spirit Squad
Club seeks to provide basic instruction and advanced training in
folkstyle wrestling & in the Olympic styles of wrestling (freestyle A Cheerleading Program for Elementary &
and greco-roman). Wrestling basic skills (hand fighting, balance, Middle School Students
agility, foot-speed) prepare athletes for success in any sport. The Side line cheering is back by popular demand! This program is
club uses a proprietary instructional and belt-level system, focused open to all Elementary & Middle School students who would
on skill attainment, academic success, respect, and perseverance like to spread cheer and spirit on the sidelines of the York Youth
and seeks to reinforce and support these themes directly into area Football games this fall and basketball this winter. This begins at
middle school and high school wrestling programs. Club members an introductory level, focusing on learning cheers, chants, and
are encouraged to compete when ready; competition is fostered promoting teambuilding and school spirit. As the program grows,
through a detailed matrix of skill-appropriate competition events, so too will the technical levels, including tumbling and advanced
including local beginner tournaments and culminating in regional, stunts. There will be an informational meeting for all interested
national, and international championships for motivated individuals. participants on Thursday, July 26th at 5:30pm at the Parks and
Open to wrestlers aged 6- Adult; this program is held in conjunction Recreation Office.
with the York Parks and Recreation Department. Be on the lookout
to register through the York Parks and Recreation Department in the Interested in cheering with us all year (this includes the basketball
fall. Each session is open to all area wrestlers regardless of town of
residence and runs 8 weeks in the fall, winter, and spring. season) check out our special! Full year rate.
Check out www.hammerheadwrestling.com for more details or
call Bryan Thompson at 207-337-3959. REGISTRATION: Ongoing

Soccer this Fall with York Soccer Club STARTS: July 26th

yorksoccerclub.com York Soccer Club offers two programs to ENDS: Early November (fall session)
accommodate the different age levels of our players:
Early Development Soccer (K-2nd grades): Mid-September – Late Late March (full –year)
October. This program is for our entering Kindergarten through 2nd
grade players.The focus of this program is on the early development COST: $65.00 Fall Season
of basic soccer skills (dribbling, kicking, shooting, etc.)
Travel Soccer (U9-U14): August – Early November- For our older $120.00 Full year
players—those entering grade 3rd through 8th grade. This program
continues to develop basic skills and includes weekday practices and DAYS: Varies; 1-2 practices per week, games on weekend
weekend games with other area soccer clubs.
Please Note! Evaluations will take place at the beginning of June and TIMES: Varies
all those interested in joining Travel Soccer must attend. For more
information or to register for evaluations please visit the York Soccer LOCATION: Information meeting at Grant House, 200 US Rte. 1
Club website at www.yorksoccerclub.com.
Why do we have to register so early for programs that don’t start Want to get a “leg up” on the fall cheer season? Our Cheerleading
until August/September? We are required by Soccer Maine to Camp might be for you! Cheerleading Detailed information
report in mid-June the number of teams and players we anticipate regarding camp is located in the Youth Day Camp section of this
for the coming fall season. In order to do that, we must get players brochure.
registered and evaluated (only travel players). In addition, knowing
how many players we will have for the coming season helps us
better plan and prepare our volunteer coaches.

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DAYS: Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday
Swimming Lessons at the Anchorage Inn
WILDCAT FIELD HOCKEY – FOR THE FALL
Registration Date! Thursday September 21st
Registration can be done on line from the comfort of your home or Grades 3 - 6
office, or you can register at the office. No registrations will be taken Coach Heidi is back and ready to go, are you? We will be offering a
over the phone the first day of registration. Monday afternoon field hockey program again this fall for students
in the 3rd- 6th grade. This program has become very popular and is
Through the generosity of the Anchorage Inn on Long Sands Beach limited to 25 players, so don’t hesitate in signing up.
in York, we are again able to offer swimming lessons this fall and
winter. Thank you!! These Red Cross Certified swimming lessons Along with the Monday clinics, games with surrounding towns will
will be geared toward Parent-tot and levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and stroke
enhancement swimmers. Classes are held once a week, for an also be offered. Marshwood, Kennebunk, Wells and Saco have teams
8-week session on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons
for 45 minutes. These classes are limited and fill quickly, so don’t that we have played in the past and we’ve had a blast. These games
hesitate to register. Please have your child ready to swim when you
arrive. There is a small changing room for use after the class. are low key and are played as a part of the learning process. There

will be lots of teaching, learning new skills and having a ton of fun. So

don’t forget… sign up now for this fall program. This program will run

Children ages 5 and up are eligible to register for swimming levels. for 6 weeks. Shin guards, mouth guards, sticks and goggles are a must.
Children under age 5 must take parent-tot swimming lessons.
Registrations will be taken at York Parks and Recreation Office, REGISTRATION: Ongoing – September 7th, or full
Route 1, Grant House/Goodrich Park, York, ME 03909 or on our
website. Resident registrations may be done in person or on line STARTS: September 10th
on registration day. Telephone registrations will be accepted the
day following registration day. Non-resident registrations will be ENDS: October 15th
accepted the following Mondays.
COST: $50.00 Resident / $55.00 Non-resident

LOCATION: Coastal Ridge Elementary School

DAYS: Mondays

TIMES: 3:00pm- 4:30pm

To insure maximum safety at all times, parents are asked to stay Adult Programs
for Fall
during swim lessons, so please plan accordingly.

Fall & Winter Schedule

Monday 3:45 Parent-tot

4:15 Level I & II

5:00 Level III

Tuesday 3:45 Parent- tot

4:15 Level I & II Golf Clinic for Adult & Baby Boomers
See Description, Dates and Times under
5:00 Level III Adult Programs, page 13.

Wednesday 3:45 Level I & II JACKI’S DANCE AEROBIC PROGRAM

4:30 Level I & II Adults
It’s never too early to sign up and commit to a fitness program!!
5:15 Level IV and stroke enhancement Fitness leader, Jacki Sorensen created her nationally recognized
program of “serious fitness fun” over 30 years ago. This class
Fall and Winter Sessions appeals to women who want the benefits of regular exercise but
also want to be motivated to stick with a program. The program
REGISTRATION: Fall Session Registration begins combines the fun of dancing with the health benefits of a balanced
workout. Each hour consists of stretching, strengthening, and easy
Thursday, September 20th to follow aerobic dance moves. Everyone participates at his or
her own level. You get a great workout without ever knowing it!!!
Winter Session Registration begins

Thursday, January 3rd

STARTS/ENDS: Fall Session Starts Week of October 15th, 2018

Fall Session Ends Week of December 3rd, 2018

Winter Session Starts Week of January 21st, 2019

Winter Session Ends Week of March 18th, 2019

(No classes February vacation)

COST: $50.00 Resident / $60.00 Non-resident

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Classes will be offered Monday and Wednesday mornings from 71

8:00am – 9:00am, beginning September 12th, or Tuesday and Citizen of the Year – Nominations Wanted!

Thursday evenings from 5:15pm – 6:15pm., beginning, September Citizen of the Year Nomination – Sponsored by the Greater York
Region Chamber of Commerce and the Festival of Lights Committee.
13th, at the York Beach Fire Department. If you have any question Please help us recognize a deserving citizen who gives their time
and talent for the benefit of our community by nominating them for
as to whether this class is right for you, please feel free to try a class Citizen of the Year. If you have nominated someone in the past- you
may re-submit an application- each year many are nominated, but
on us. We’re sure you’ll decide to join us. only one person is chosen annually.
The Process:
REGISTRATION: Ongoing- September 7th Selection: Five finalists voted on by Festival of Lights Committee –
Final votes by the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. All
STARTS: Week of September 10th decisions are final.
Criteria:
ENDS: Week of November 12th Volunteer efforts must benefit the town of York, Contributions to
the town must be non-job related, Nominee does not have to be a
COST: $90.00 Resident / $100.00 Non-resident resident of York, Chamber Board of Directors are not eligible.
Deadline for nominations is September 6th. Winner will be
$10.00 Senior discount / $130.00 Both programs announced by the Greater York Chamber of Commerce and will
be the Grand Marshall at the Festival of Lights parade on Saturday,
LOCATION: York Beach Fire Department December 1st. Questions? Call Robin Cogger or Ryan Avery, Festival of
Lights, Co-Chairs, at the York Parks and Recreation Department, 207-
TIMES: 8:00am – 9:00am / 5:15pm – 6:15pm 363-1040 or the Greater York Chamber of Commerce at 363-4422.

DAYS: Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs Applications can be downloaded on our website at www.
yorkparksandrec.org or the Greater York Chamber of Commerce
Reminder! Parks and Recreation Department program participants website at www.gatewaytomaine.org. Applications will also be
are not exempt from following Town of York ordinances governing available to pick up at the York Town Hall, York Parks and Recreation
beach parking regulations. Office and the Greater York Chamber of Commerce.

Events for All Contacts for Other Organizations

Halloween with York Parks and Recreation Agamenticus Yacht Club:

Costume Parade and Halloween Hop Email: [email protected]
Website: www.aycsail.org
Wednesday, October 31st
We are pleased once again to be planning a fun and frightful York Little League:
Halloween celebration so be sure to mark your calendar. This event is
funded through business sponsorships and is free to the public. We Email: [email protected]
thank the community for their continued support. Be on the lookout Website: www.yorklittleleague.net
for more detailed information in our fall brochure.
York Youth Football:
Trick – or treat in York is traditionally
Website: www.yorkyouthfootball.com
c cthe night before Halloween, October 30th Written Correspondence: PO Box 411, York, Maine 03909

York Soccer Club:

[email protected]

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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!

Abbott Bros., Inc. Coastal Landscaping Pine Hill Excavation, Inc. Village Scoop Ice Cream
207-363-3762 and Garden Center 207-251-3501 207-363-0100
207-363-6202
Agamenticus Plumbing Rhodes Plumbing and Heating Wayside Trailer Park
and Heating Coastline Electric 207-439-0334 207-363-3846
207-216-3333 207-451-8726
Rick’s Restaurant Welch Oil Company, LLC
Agamenticus Yacht Club Estes Oil Burner Service, Inc. 207-606-0556 207-363-2770
207-363-8510 207-363-4172
Servpro of Southern York Co. When Pigs Fly
Amidon Family Dentistry Family Ear, Nose & Throat, LLC 207-324-4400 207-439-3114
207-363-5242 207-351-3525
Shoreline Construction Williams Realty Partners
Anchorage Inn Fox’s Lobster House 207-363-2972 207-351-8188
207-363-5112 207-363-2643
Starkey Ford York Community Service
Anthony’s Food Shop Graystone Builders, Inc. 207-363-2483 Association
207-363-2322 207-363-6085 207-363-8234
Stephen Carr Property Services
Atlantic Dental Association Graphiti 207-451-0156 York Family Dental
207-363-7270 207-363-7999 207-363-7102
Stones Throw
Autoworks, Inc. Hale’s Landscaping, Inc. 207-361-3116 York Golf and Tennis Club
207-439-4500 207-361-2800 207-363-0130
Stonewall Kitchen
Blatt & Kingston Family Dental Infinite Imaging 207-351-2712 York Harbor Marine Service
207-439-0779 207-363-4402 207-363-3602
Straw Hat Lawn Care
Bob the Screenprinter It’s a Dog’s World 207-337-3696 York Hospital
207-892-8220 207-363-0099 207-363-4321
Tapley Insurance Agency, Inc.
Bullshirt, LLC Kennebunk Savings Bank 207-363-7894 York House of Pizza
207-363-9363 207-985-4903 207-363-6171
The Central Bean & Bakery
Camp Eaton Kids Thrive 207-606-0744 York Insurance Agency, LLC
207-363-3424 207-361-7279 207-363-5024
The Goldenrod
Cape Neddick Lobster Pound Leeward Landing Thrift Store 207-363-2621 York Maine Rotary Club
207-363-5471 207-361-4085 207-361-4552
The York River Landing
Century 21 – Atlantic Realty Libby’s Oceanside Camp 207-351-6553 York Police Department
207-363-4053 207-363-4171 207-363-4444
Union Bluff Hotel
Clark & Howell, LLC Lobster Cove 207-363-1333 York Trolley Company LLC
207-363-5208 207-351-1100 207-363-9600
VFW Post 6977 Boardman-Ellis
Coastal Aesthetics Medi-Spa Moody’s Collision 207-363-9827 York’s Wild Kingdom
207-363-2300 207-363-7961 207-363-4911
Village Laundry
Summer 2018 Norma’s Restaurant 207-363-1986
207-363-3233