Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation

11/18/2022

It's never too early to plan ahead for days off school! Jefferson Youth Center is open during the upcoming December break.

Register online: http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg
Learn more: https://bit.ly/jyckidsclub

11/18/2022

All Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks and Recreation facilities and offices will be closed on Friday, November 18. Please check back for further updates throughout the weekend.

11/17/2022

Don't miss out on these fun upcoming holiday events!

More info available at https://tonawanda.ny.us/youth-parks-recreation/community-events.html

11/16/2022

Buffalo Sabres Learn To Play Registration is still open and there are only a handful of spots left for the two Tonawanda sessions.

Visit their website below to sign up today!
https://www.learntoplay.nhl.com/locations/sabres/

11/16/2022

The Town of Tonawanda Senior Center Tree Trimming Party is coming up on December 2 - get your tickets by November 23!

11/16/2022

‼️‼️ IMPORTANT UPDATED INFORMATION REGARDING THE AFC EMERGENCY REPAIR ‼️‼️

📢📢 DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES DURING OUR EMERGENCY POOL REPAIR, THE POOL WILL NOT REOPEN UNTIL TOMORROW, NOVEMBER 17 AT 6:30AM. 📢📢

We apologize for this, and appreciate your understanding!

11/15/2022

𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

Although we had hoped to get to the end of the month, Mother Nature thought differently. With the Winter Storm Watch being issued by the Buffalo office of the National Weather Service, the Town of Tonawanda Town Board has announced that effective 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘃. 𝟭𝟲, 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗮.𝗺., the overnight winter parking ban will be implemented. Those restrictions will remain in place daily, 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., throughout the winter until Apr. 1, allowing town highway crews to complete overnight snow removal from town streets.

Overnight parking restrictions allow for more efficient snow removal from town streets.

Supervisor Joe Emminger said, “Town Highway Department crews have readied their equipment for the possibility of significant snowfall forecast between Thursday evening and Sunday evening, but we still need the public to remove their vehicles from the streets.” He added, “This is nothing that all of us haven’t seen before so just take your time if you need to go out later this week and over the weekend. I can assure you the sky is not falling.”

11/15/2022

Register for session 2 takes place in-person only at Lincoln Arena TONIGHT, 7-9 PM.

11/14/2022

Become a life-saver! We have several ARC courses coming up this month at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center, including Full Lifeguarding Course (Blended), CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer & First Aid (Full Course), and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer & First Aid (Review Course).

Online Registration: http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg

11/14/2022

11/13/2022

We would like to recognize Emily Dellapenta as a Superstar Employee!

Emily has worked at the Jefferson Youth Center for about 5 years, growing from a camp counselor to a coordinator and now a supervisor. She has taken on more and more responsibilities during her time with us. Emily consistently goes above and beyond; coming in early to complete paperwork, planning "Fun Friday" activities to mark the end of the week with the kids, and regularly communicating with parents. She is always looking for things that need to be done and is often found cleaning up spills, organizing sports equipment, looking for staff to fill shifts, or helping counselors with their groups.

Thank you, Emily, for your passion, dedication, and hard work - JYC wouldn't be the same with out you and our Department is better with you as part of our team!

11/12/2022

Season passes now available for Middle School Nights at Jefferson Youth Center!

11/11/2022

We have several ARC courses coming up this month, including Full Lifeguarding Course (Blended), CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer & First Aid (Full Course), and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer & First Aid (Review Course).

Online Registration: http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg

11/11/2022

Enjoy the day off school & come skating!

11/11/2022

Registration is now open for our winter session of Youth Bowling at Classic Lanes NY!

Learn more: https://tonawanda.ny.us/youth-parks-recreation/bowling.html

Register online: http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg

11/10/2022

Congrats to two of our outstanding YPR employees on their recent marriage!

We want to wish a big CONGRATULATIONS to two very important members of the JYC team, Ms. Sam & Mr. Jake, on their recent wedding!

11/10/2022

Our Holiday Toy Drive is underway! Please consider making a donation if you are able.

11/09/2022

SUP Yoga is happening this Friday at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center

Bloom & Bliss is back for 2 more Sup Yoga Pop Ups!

Join us on 11/11 at 1:15p, or 12/4 at 8:00a. These classes are being held during non-public hours for maximum relaxation.

Registration is available online or in-person!
http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg

11/09/2022

11/08/2022

We are recognizing June Franklin as a YPR Employee of the Month!

June has been dedicated to the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center facility for (20+?!) years! She truly is an icon in the AFC. June has rolled with the continuous changes going on in the facility, learning new software as it had been introduced to the facility - and has really been a dedicated employee for us since her first day with us. She knows all of the members' names and always asks how they are doing or just says hello. Rarely taking a day off of work, June is always on time and ready to go for her 4:45AM shift!

Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and friendliness, June! We are lucky to have you.

11/08/2022

Last chance to register for Thanksgiving Break Vacation Club at Jefferson Youth Center!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/jyckidsclub

Register Online: http://bit.ly/ttypronlinereg

11/08/2022

Enjoy the day off school & come skating!

11/08/2022

Senior Center had their Annual Mini Golf Tournament. A great time was had by all!

11/07/2022

11/06/2022

Registration for session 2 takes place in-person only at Lincoln Arena on November 15, 7-9 PM.

11/06/2022

INFLATABLE SUNDAY at the AFC!

Town of Tonawanda Aquatic & Fitness Center

11/05/2022

Learn more & apply: https://www.tonawanda.ny.us/youth-parks-recreation/youth-engaged-in-service.html

11/04/2022

Come get your skate on!⛸

11/04/2022

11/03/2022

Last call for tickets!

11/03/2022

There are still a few spots for the upcoming Toddler & Infant Emergency Response Course for both dates!

This is a great class for anyone!

11/02/2022

Season passes are now available!

11/01/2022

Stay tuned throughout the week as we release more info!

11/01/2022

YPR November Newsletter

Check out our November newsletter! https://conta.cc/3TSGs0o

We're thankful for our great community     Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation November Newsletter   Upcoming Events Community Thanksgiving Dinner Free for Ken-Ton residents! No on-site dining

10/31/2022

Here are some pictures from our Halloween Party at the Senior Center. A great time was had by all! It was a spooktacular event.

10/31/2022

Trick or Treat hours tonight in the Town of Tonawanda: 6p.m - 8:30 p.m. Let's have a safe, fun night. Happy Halloween! 🎃

10/30/2022

Town of Tonawanda Youth Board Looking to Fill Two Adult Positions

The Town of Tonawanda Youth Bureau of the Youth, Parks & Recreation Department is seeking two adult representatives to sit on the Town of Tonawanda Youth Board. Ideally, we are looking to fill an opening for a teacher from a private school, as well as an opening for a parent whose children are involved in YPR programs.

Our board is currently made up of six adults and six high school students. These members help make many decisions about the many programs we run throughout the year. Youth Board members plan and run the Annual Youth Board Dinner held in May where we honor Outstanding Youth from each of the high schools, as well as play an active role in organizing and assisting at a variety of community events.

Our meetings are held once a month during the school year, usually on the third Thursday of the month, at 6:30pm at the Youth, Parks and Recreation office at 299 Decatur Road in Tonawanda (in Lincoln Park, near Benjamin Franklin). Meetings usually last about 1-1.5 hours.

Other responsibilities of Youth Board members include:
-Attend at least three community events throughout the year (i.e. Breakfast with Santa, Valentine’s Day Dance, Easter Egg Hunt, etc.)
-Attend all board meetings.
-Play an active role in the planning and implementation of Youth Bureau-run events (i.e. 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, Chalk Fest, etc.).
-Make recommendations on what programs the Youth Division will run/fund each year.
-Act as a liaison between the Town Youth, Parks & Recreation department and their home school/organization/representative population.
-Take initiative in researching and planning new programs and services.

To learn more or apply, contact [email protected].

10/30/2022

Thanks to all who came out for our Halloween Bash yesterday!

We had so many awesome groups participate! Town of Tonawanda Aquettes Buffalo & Erie County Mobile Libraries Ken-Ton Meals on Wheels Dipndive Kenilworth Vol Fire Co. # 1 Tailgate716 Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District Ken-Ton Closet House of Munch Kenmore Volunteer Fire Department Ken-Ton Kiwanis Sheridan Park Fire Sheridan Drive Lions Club NYS Assemblyman William Conrad County Legislator Lisa Chimera Kenmorelionsclub Sheridan Parkside LIFE Center Lake Effect Nutrition River Road Volunteer Fire Company Town of Tonawanda Highway Department Town of Tonawanda Police Department Town of Tonawanda Paramedics Town of Tonawanda Town of Tonawanda Water Department New ARA Mudd Club Community Brighton Volunteer Fire Co #5

We had a couple great performances by musician Glenn Colton & magician Dave Jeffers of Creative Learning Shows WNY.

Special thanks to Tonawanda CERT for helping with traffic and pedestrian safety, Kenilworth VFD for monitoring the bonfire, to our costume contest judges, Reanna Kaopuiki for donating her face painting services, Lincoln Park maintenance crew for all their work getting the park set-up and decorated, volunteers from YES, Youth Board, Tonawanda Girls Fastpitch Softball League, and all of the other volunteers and staff who helped plan and run this fun community event! 🎃

10/30/2022

Photos from Town of Tonawanda Police Department's post

10/29/2022

What an incredible evening we had at our Halloween Bash at Lincoln Park! We'll be posting lots of photos in the next day or two, but we wanted to quickly thank all of the families who attended, all of the organizations and businesses who set up a station or sponsored an activity, and all of the amazing staff and volunteers who put in a lot of work to make this all happen. We wish everyone a happy & safe Halloween!