Fall 2010 Town Newsletter and Recreation Flyer
FALL / WINTER PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Community Recreation
TOWN OF DOVER, NEW YORK - WWW.TOWNOFDOVERNY.US
ALL ROADS LEAD TO DOVER RECREATION!
Ryan Courtien Supervisor Chistopher Galayda Deputy Supervisor Catherine Frame Councilwoman Lorraine O’Neill Councilwoman Kaye Surman Councilwoman Caroline Reichenberg Town Clerk R Wren Abrams Town Justice John Fusco Town Justice Joanne Graham Highway Superintendent Dina Yeno Tax Collector Bradford Kendall Dutchess County Clerk Alan Surman Dutchess County Legislator
You can find our program schedule on our website
www.TownofDoverNY.us and now on
Dover Television DTV22 Cablevision Channel 22 or 99.915 for digital tuners.
~ DTV Program Announcement: DTV22 Proudly Presents
The Music Man, Jr Featuring our own Dover Recreation Stars Every Friday Evening at 8pm
Inside: Recrea on Department Fall Program Schedule
Master Plan Survey
Recrea on Commission Update
Town Hall Update
John Hall Member of Congress Page 1
FALL PROGRAMS BASKETBALL PROGRAM
WANTED Basketball Coaches PLEASE HELP ● No experience necessary ● Coaches for all grade levels needed
Level 2 (Grades 3-4): Practice starts on December 7, games will Children playing at this age level will learn begin in January. Program ends in March 2010. the basic fundamentals of how to play the game. The first four weeks will focus on skills and drills. The children will be split up into teams to begin to Registration Deadline: November 22 learn how to play a modified game of basketball. Where: Dover High School Gym Registration deadline: December 22 When: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Where: Wingdale Elementary School Date: Tuesdays beginning December 7 When: 6:00pm - 7:15pm Fee: $60.00 first child, $50.00 Second Child, $40.00 Third Date: Wednesdays beginning January 12 child / Season Fee: $55.00 per child - 10 week program Non Resident Fee: $70.00 per child Non Resident Fee: $65.00 per child
Level 1 (Grades K-2):
Level 3 (Grades 5-6): Practice starts on December 9, games will begin in January. Program ends in March 2010. Registration Deadline: November 22 Where:
Dover High School Gym
When:
7:30pm—8:30pm
Date:
Thursdays beginning December 9
Fee: Season
$60.00 first child, $50.00 Second Child, $40.00 Third
child /
Non Resident Fee: $70.00 per child
***If we have enough girls we will run an all girls team for grades 3rd and 4th/ 5th and 6th. Please register at the Recreation Office ASAP, so we can join an inter-town league.*** ***Anyone interested in a 7th and 8th grade Basketball Program, please inquire at the Recreation Office.***
Cheerleading This program runs from September through April. Learn how to become a cheerleader. For children 7 years old and up. Participate in a weekly program and learn new exciting cheers, dances and mounts. Each session consists of 8 weeks. Cheerleaders will cheer during the Dover Recreation Basketball Season that begins in January. *There is an additional uniform fee for all Cheerleaders. Please register at the Recreation Office (Waiver must be signed for child to participate) Where: Dover High School Cafeteria When: Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:15pm:
Youth Volleyball *NEW PROGRAM* October 4 - November 15 Where: Dover High School Gym When: Mondays 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Grades 3-5 7:30pm - 8:30pm: Grades 6-8
Ages 7 - 9
6:15pm-7:30pm:
Ages 10 and up
Date:
Begins Wednesday, October 6
Fee:
$60.00 - 8 week session
Fee:
$35 per child for 6 week program
Non Resident Fee: $70.00 - 8 week session
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FALL PROGRAMS (con nued) Teen Council The Recreation Department is forming two Teen Councils one from Middle School Students
Teen Fitness Aerobic dance, kickboxing, dance-dance-dance! Stop by and join the fun. A great way to get in shape!! *No program November 3*
and one from High School Students Teens who sit on these councils will work with the Rec. Department to plan activities and events geared to their interests.
Begins:
October 6 - November 17
Where:
Wingdale Elementary School
When:
Wednesday’s
If you’re interested in planning Rec. programs for you and your Time: friends, call 845-832-9168 or e-mail Fee:
Holiday Arts and Cra s (Back by Popular Demand!!!) Age:
Children 6 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Where:
Boyce Park Community Room
When: Halloween:
October 29
Thanksgiving:
November 19
5:30pm - 6:30pm $35.00 per person
Halloween Parade and Puppet Show Where:
Boyce Park
When:
October 30
Time:
Parade - 12:30pm Puppet Show - 1pm
Fee:
Free
Christmas/Hanukkah: December 17 Time:
4:30pm - 5:15pm
Fee:
$6.00 per child per date
Line up will be at Wingdale Elementary School. Parade will march down the hill and through the park.
Tumbling Tots Come join the fun! All children, accompanied by a parent, participate in various movement exploration activities. A series of obstacle courses are designed to experience physical fitness, using loco motor skills, exercise and creative fun. Each specific activity helps with coordination, peripheral vision, socializing and sharing. Parents interact with their children experiencing a fun loving atmosphere. A circle time activity each week includes learning rhythms, singing and dancing. Parents also experience social time meeting other new parents. Where:
Community Playgroup For all children from infants to five years of age. Our program runs form September to June. Parents accompany their children and experience social interactions with other children and adults. Creative play and free movement is a great way to learn how to get along and share with one another. A special arts and crafts time is included. Where:
Astor School 10am - 12pm for Infants to 5 years
Astor School 9:30am - 10:30am for 18mos to 4years
Fee:
$75.00 per family
Fee:
$55.00 - 8 week session
Non Resident Fee:
$85.00 per family
Non Resident Fee:
$65.00 - 8 week session
Walk In:
$6.00 per family per visit
Walk In:
$10.00 per child per visit
Date:
Tuesday’s beginning September 21
Date:
Friday’s beginning October 1
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PROGRAMS FOR TEENS AND ADULTS Kickboxing/Weight Training
Zumba
Join us for a 45 minute weight training class to tone your body followed by a 45 minute kickboxing class to burn off the calories. Punch, jab, and kick your way to a better body. Mat and 2 sets of dumbbells required, light and heavy.
Looking for a new kind of workout? Zumba is a dance/fitness program based on international rhythm, ie; Latin, hip hop Reggae, African and other rhythms. It’s high-energy fat-burning ab sculpting and loads of fun! Come on out and join the party!!!
Where:
Wingdale Elementary School
Where:
Wingdale Elementary School
When:
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
When:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Date:
Begins September 27
Date:
Begins September 28
Fee:
$70.00 - 8 week session / 2 nights per week
Fee:
$70.00 - 8 week session / 2 nights per week $55.00 - 8 week session / 1 night per week
$55.00- 8 week session / 1 night per week Walk in Fee:
$10.00 per person per visit
Walk in Fee:
$10.00 per person per visit
Non Resident Fee: $80.00 - 8 week session / 2 nights per wk Non Resident Fee: $80.00 - 8 week session / 2 nights per week $65.00 - 8 week session / 1 night per week $65.00 - 8 week session / 1 night per wk
Adult Basketball Open Gym
Adult Volleyball Open Gym
Begins:
October 6 to December 1
Begins:
October 5 to November 30
Where:
Dover High School
Where:
Dover High School
When:
Wednesday’s
When:
Tuesday’s
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Fee:
Free
Fee:
Free
A schedule will be handed out on the first night of the program. A schedule will be handed out on the first night of the program. This This program is for adults only! No children allowed program is for adults only! No children allowed. Register in the Dover Recreation Office. If not registered you cannot participate. *No program on November 3 & 24*
Register in the Dover Recreation Office. If not registered you cannot participate. *No Program on November 2*
Tennis Start right by learning the basic fundamentals of the game of tennis. Playing tennis is a great way to keep your body in great top physical condition throughout the fall. CLASS IS LIMITED.
Skiing & Snowboarding Lessons Where: Thunder Ridge Ski Area When:
Friday’s - Starting in January
Time:
6:00pm
Lessons: $108.00 for six 1 1/2 hour group lessons
Ages:
7 and up
Begins:
September 21
Where:
Boyce Park Tennis Courts
When:
Tuesday’s
Please register at the Dover Recreation Office for more details.
Time:
4:00pm - 500pm
Checks need to be made out to Thunder Ridge.
Fee:
$50 per person per 6 weeks
Lessons are for skiers, first grade & up, snowboarders, third grade & up.
Non Resident Fee: $60.00 per person
Lift Tickets $15.00 per night or $90.00 for six weeks Rentals:
$25.00 per night for skis/snowboards including helmet or $150.00 for six weeks
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Dover Recreation Programs Registration Form
Family Last Name: ________________________Parents’ First Names: _________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________Home Phone: __________________________
Town: _______________________ State: _____________ Zip:_________________ Work Phone: ______________________
Emergency Contact (other than parent)______________________________________________________________________
Participant Medical Problems or Allergies, Special Needs or Accommodations:
Participant’s First Name
Participant’s Last Name
Grade
Birth date
M/F
Program Title
Program Code
# of Programs Registered Total Fees for Programs
$
Non-Resident Fee - $10.00 per Program Total
$ $
Family Physician: ___________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________________
*Please note: Non-residents may register for select programs for an additional $10.00 fee per program Make checks payable to: The Town of Dover **DO NOT MAIL CASH** Release of Liability I agree to pay in full the amount specified on my receipt from the department. I also understand that past due payments can be collected through a third party agency. In consideration for being permitted by the above department to participate voluntarily in the above activity, I hereby waive, agree to release, and discharge any and all claims for damages for personal injury, death or property damage, which I may have, or which hereafter accrue to me, as a result of participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge in advance, the Town, including its officers, employees, agents, co-sponsors or volunteers, from any and all liability even though that activity may arise out of ordinary negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned above now and forever. It is understood that this activity involves an element of risk and danger of accidents and knowing those risks I hereby assume those risks. It is further agreed that this waiver, release, and assumption of risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I agree to indemnify and to hold the Town, including its officers, employees, agents, co-sponsors or volunteers, free and harmless from any loss, liability, cost, or expense which they feel may incur as a result of my death or any injury to myself or property damage that I may sustain while participating in said activity now and forever. I understand that no medical insurance is provided. I hereby additionally consent to my children, as listed above, participation in Town sponsored events and authorize the Town to photograph and/or video tape said activities for use in Town newsletters, on the Town website and for broadcast on Cablevision Municipal Access Channel 22 with the same terms as stated above, outlining my own participation, now and forever.
Guardian’s Signature: _______________________________Child’s Name (please print)_________________________Date:___________________ Email:_____________________________________________________ (For Town Updates Only)
For Office Use Only (Payment Information) Cash: $_____________ Check Amt: $______________ Check #: __________ Date Received: ____________ Staff Initials: ____________
INDEPENDENT RECREATION ACTIVITIES These activities are not subsidized or sponsored by the Town but are available in the community.
Dover United Youth Soccer Registration for the fall soccer season is open. Don’t wait please enroll now to secure your spot. Season begins in early Sept. Tell your friends & neighbors about us. Register at http://www.eteamz.com/doverunitedsoccerclub Benefits of Dover Soccer -have fun -new tiered pricing (lower more economical pricing) -get fit -meet new friends -enjoy the outdoors at beautiful Boyce Park -trained coaches -Dover Soccer is kid safe, every coach is background checked -we have lots of fun (did I mention that?) -new Inter town program, we play neighboring towns so travel distance is limited, this program plays both fall & spring -trained referees -Dover Cup tournament on closing day with trophies As you can see we have lots to offer, PLEASE tell ALL your friends & neighbors about our program. Register at http://www.eteamz.com/doverunitedsoccerclub
Dover Li le League Dover Little League PO Box 252 Wingdale NY 12594 845-832-2725 http://www.eteamz.com/DoverLLbaseball.com
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 4‐H
Girl Scouts
Contact Brenda Cudney for more Information at BCudney@Optonline.net or go to:
Contact Delores Desilva for more information at
http://4-h.org
http://www.girlscoutshh.org
Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts Contact Peter Sanders for more Information at 845-832-9413 or go to: http://www.scouting.org
845-452-1810 or go to:
American Legion Contact John Conto for more information at JConto@aol.com or go to: http://www.legion.org/
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COMMUNITY AND FAMILY SPECIAL EVENTS MOHEGAN SUN CASINO TRIP Mohegan Sun offers a package deal of $15.00 for food/buffet; $25.00 in free bets on the betting wheel. A complete $40.00 package. This is a Great Deal!!!! Come and join us for this fun trip. Register as soon as possible—Tickets sell out fast. Please register at the Dover Recreation Office ASAP When: Sunday, October 3 Time:
8:00am, Returns home at 6:30pm
Pick-up: Wingdale Elementary School Fee:
$30.00 per person—(Get back $40.00 in special deals) *Must be 21 or older*
FRIGHT FEST AT SIX FLAGS NEW ENGLAND Please bring a bag lunch and a snack for the ride up and plan to eat lunch or dinner in the park. No food or bottles are allowed in the park. Back packs are checked before everyone enters the park. No rain date. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult Date:
October 11
Time:
10:00am SHARP from Dover High School Return trip home – Arrives at DHS between 7:30pm and 8:00pm
Fee:
$40.00 per child/person
BOWLING TRIP AT LORE’S LANES What can you do on your day off from School? How about going Bowling at Lore’s Lane?!!! Date:
November 11
Time:
9:00am SHARP!!! from Boyce Park Return trip home – arrives at Boyce Park @12:30pm
Fee:
$40.00 per child/person
CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL
Where:
Radio City Music Hall (11:30am performance)
When:
November 21
Time:
Bus leaves at 9:00am at Wingdale Elementary School
.Fee: $50.00 per person—All tickets are on a first come first serve basis. Must register and pay at the same time. Spend some time in the city after the show and catch the bus back home at 5:30pm—arrival time home is approximately 7:30pm Please register at the Dover Recreation Office ASAP—Tickets sell out fast!!!
PARENTS HOLIDAY SHOPPING NIGHT OUT
Drop your child off for a fun and eventful evening at Boyce Park Community Park. Plan your holiday shopping strategy, you have 5 glorious hours to get your shopping done!! Where:
Boyce Park Community Room
When:
December 3rd and December 10th
Time:
5:30pm - 10:30pm
Fee:
$5.00 per hour per child - no discounts
Pack a snack or a sandwich. There will be popcorn, movies, arts & crafts, board games and Wii for your children’s entertainment. Registration form and Emergency Medical form must be filled out at time of registration. Minimum 10 children, maximum 25 children! First come first serve!!! Deadline November 29th, 2010. Sign-up ASAP!! Page 7
DOG AGILITY SHOW Where: JH Ketcham Memorial Park - Dover Plains When:
September 25 & 26,
Time:
Beginning at 9:00am
Fee:
Free
Dog Park Special meeting for anyone interested in forming a Doggy Park Where: Town Hall When:
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Time:
9:00am
HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC This introductory clinic includes basic grooming, safe handling of a horse, tacking and a demonstration of basic riding techniques. Where: Boyce Park Equestrian Ring When:
Saturday, September 11
Time:
9:00am -10:30pm
Fee:
$10.00 per person
Age:
12 years and older
For additional information, please call the Recreation Office at 845-832-9168.
SENIOR PROGRAMS Come and be informed of activities and trips. Activities include cards, bingo, pokeno, arts and crafts, socialization and guest speakers. Activity: Senior Painting Arts and Crafts
Activity: Exercise Program
Where: Astor School in Wingdale
When: Thursdays 8:30am - 9:45am
When: Mondays 12:00pm - 2:00pm Date:
Ongoing
Fee:
Free
Where: Astor School in Wingdale Date:
Ongoing
Fee:
Free
Activity: Weekly Meeting
Activity: Line Dancing
Where: American Legion in Wingdale
Where: American Legion in Wingdale
When: Mondays 10:00am - 1:00pm
When: Mondays 10:00am - 11:00am
Thursdays 9:30am - 2:00pm
Date:
Date:
Ongoing
Fee: Free
Fee:
Free
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Ongoing
2010 Town of Dover Master Plan Revision Preliminary Survey You may complete this survey on line; drop it off at Dover Town Hall, the Dover Library, the Town of Dover Recreation Department located in the Astor Building in Wingdale Or mail it to the Town of Dover Master Plan Advisory Committee 126 East Duncan Hill Road, Dover Plains, New York 12522
Your input is important to us. Thank you. How important are these issues to you: Rural Character Environmental features/ Natural beauty Commercial development Town Center Historic/Aesthetic character Housing availability Other:________________________________________________________________
Town of Dover should encourage: Farming and farm-related business Preservation of wildlife areas wetlands, scenic vistas, stream corridors River access Promotion of Stone Church and other recreational resources Economic development Other:________________________________________________________________
How satisfied are you with the following:
Police protection Fire protection Ambulance service Public Transportation Roads Recreation Library Other:__________________________________________________________________
Important Not Important
Yes
Very
No
Not Very
The Town should focus on the following community facilities and recreation actions over the next decade: Yes No Improve town parks Develop multi use trails Improve community spaces such as a community center Provide new recreational services Develop more preschool/preteen services Develop more teen services Develop more Adult services Develop more senior services New town pool
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF These last few questions are for statistical purposes only Why do we ask these questions?
These questions are important so we can make sure we have a broad sample of responses. Collecting data from all respondents on these questions is important so that we can better and more reliably report differences and similarities. We understand that you might be concerned about sharing this information. Please be assured that the responses will remain anonymous.
How old are you? 18-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 Over 80 What is your gender? Male Female What is your employment status? Full Time Employed Self-Employed Retired Looking for work
Part Time Employed Other______________
Homemaker
Where do you work? Home Westchester County
Town of Dover NYC
Dutchess County Other_____________
Connecticut
Do you own or rent your home in the Town of Dover? Own Rent Do not own or rent a home in the Town of Dover
How do you use your property you own in The Town of Dover? (Check all that apply) Main residence
Vacation home
Weekend home
Farm
Business
Vacant land
Recreation
Rental
Does not own property in the Town
How many years have you lived in the Town of Dover? 0-2 3-5 6-10 11-20 21 plus Does not live in the Town of Dover?
What is your annual household income range? How many School age children are in your household? ___Preschool ___Elementary School ___Middle/High School Less than $25,000
$25,000-$49,999
$50,000-$99,999
$100,000-$174,999
$175,000-250,000 250,000 +
Do you have any concerns or topics not covered by this survey? Please list __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
What do you like most about living in the Town of Dover? Please list _______________________________________________________________________________________________ What do you like least about living in the Town of Dover? Please list _______________________________________________________________________________________________ What concerns you most about the future of the Town? Please list _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Why do you live and/or own property in the Town of Dover? Check all that apply Close friends live here Close family lives here
Spouse/partner born here Employment Opportunities
I was born here Sense of community
Recreation opportunities
Scenic beauty
Affordability
Rural atmosphere
Safe community
Good schools
Great place to retire
Small town feel
Raised here and moved back
Other:________________________________________________________________
Surveys are to be returned by September 30, 2010.
RECREATION COMMISSION UPDATE Greetings from the Dover Recreation Department and the Dover Recreation Commission! We hope that you and your family had a very enjoyable summer and that you were able to participate in some of the wonderful activities we offer here in our town and at our beautiful park.
As we begin looking ahead to our fall/winter recreation programs we would like to highlight some of the projects that have been accomplished and extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to all of those who volunteered their time and services in assisting with these projects. Without the support and commitment from our town’s people these projects could not be as successful as they have been.
State of the art playground Implementation of a successful full day camp Beautiful children’s garden New baseball fields Structured parking lot for 300 vehicles Enhancements and revitalization of Stone Church
New Playground at Boyce Park
At this time we are very excited to be in the beginning stages of planning the construction of a new pool, which would be located at Boyce Park. We are also working on planning a community day, a rain garden, equestrian events, and a community garden. Of course, we will continue to offer the quality programs that you have all come to enjoy.
We are very proud to be serving our community and thankful that we live in such a great town. We all work together to achieve a shared vision of making our park beautiful and welcoming, and our recreation programs enriching and enjoyable for the children and adult residents of our town.
Great things are happening here in Dover. We welcome all comments and suggestions for any new programs or activities that may be of interest to you and the Dover community at large. Thank you.
Proposed Parking Lot Renovations at Boyce Park
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PRE-SORTED STANDARD
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Postal Patron TOWN OF DOVER, NEW YORK -
Christopher Galayda Deputy Supervisor and Recreation Liaison Teri Ptasnick Recreation Director Dorothy Grispin Recreation Assistant Julie Muncey Recreation Secretary
Town Hall 126 East Duncan Hill Road Dover Plains, New York 12522 845-832-9168
News From the Town Hall Master Plan Committee Update A Master Plan is a long range plan that guides development in a town through a vision of what residents would like their town to be in the future. It is a comprehensive document that looks at all aspects of a community including community values, historic preservation, natural resources, population & economic base, housing, community facilities, transportation and existing land use.. Additional sections may be added if a community would like to address other issues more specifically. The Master Plan includes mapping, inventory, analysis, and recommended strategies for accomplishing the goals and objectives of the town. This is a plan created by and for the citizens of Dover. The Town of Dover began their Master Planning process this year. This document will include some of the basic vision of the 1993 Town of Dover Master Plan revisited and restructured to reflect the results of the new community survey, interviews with town residents, inventories of town resources, and analysis of various needs and opportunities. The research we will do will be used as the basis upon which to formulate goals and objectives and to suggest possible strategies to help the town achieve its goals. Please complete the enclosed Preliminary Survey and mail it to the Town Hall as soon as possible. You may also complete an electronic version of the survey on our website at www.TownofDoverNY.us. A public forum will convene on September 22 at 7pm in the Dover High School auditorium for all those wishing to learn more about what the Master Plan Committee is working on. Thank you for your participation in shaping the future of Dover.
Stone Church Update
Recreation Commission Members: Frank Harrington Jr. Kevin Kitowski Dawn O’Neil Pamela Marshall James Muncey David Penney
Thanks to a 2004 grant from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, improvements to the Dover Stone Church have been underway this summer. With the very generous donation of adjacent acreage in 2009 for permanent conservation and open space preservation, the Town utilized the donated value as required matching funds to complete the project. The improvements include the installation of granite steps and railings on steeper sections of the meadow path, construction of a wood and stone foot bridge over the Stone Church Brook, and planting of red maple trees scheduled for late September. A "Dedication of the Dover Stone Church Improvements" will be hosted by the Town of Dover, the Dutchess Land Conservancy and the Friends of Dover Stone Church on Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 11am to 3pm with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30am. The event is free and open to the public and will include tours, refreshments, children's crafts and music. Guests and visitors are asked to park in the Dover Elementary School parking lot and begin tours at the Tabor Wing House, 3128 Route 22, Dover Plains, NY. For more information or to help as a volunteer, please contact Katie Palmer-House at (845) 877-3410.
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