BARKER LIBRARY SUMMER PROGRAMS
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET… have fun this
summer at the Barker Library!
Hear exciting stories, exercise your mind and body,
and play with your friends! Perform Olympic caliber
acts, complete feats of strength, and master reading
challenges to earn amazing prizes!
Buildaroos
Ages: going-into-PreK – going-into-2nd grade
Choose one weekly session:
Mondays OR Tuesdays between July 10th and
August 8th, 2017
10:30am - 11:30am
The Architects
Ages: going-into-3rd grade - going-into-8th grade
One weekly session on Wednesdays, July 5th, 12th,
26th, August 2nd and 9th, 2017
10:30am - 11:30am
Registration is required for the above programs. Call
(716) 672-8051 or stop by the Circulation Desk to
register today!
PICNIC IN THE PARK
Wednesday July 12TH
“In Jest”
Featuring the Comedy and Juggling of
Nels Ross
Barker Common Gazebo 12:00 pm -1:00 pm
Barker Historical Museum
If you are interested in bringing Children’s groups to
the museum, call and schedule a time. Please call
672-2114 for more information.
BETTER YOU, BETTER WORLD
Wednesdays, July 5th and 12th, August 2nd and 9th at
3pm
Family-oriented classes with a representative from
Eat Smart New York focusing on healthy foods and
habits.
OMNIPRESENT PUPPET THEATER
Friday, July 21st, 2017 at 10:30am
Performing “The Three Little Pigs.”
A VISIT FROM OUR FRIENDS AT THE ERIE
ZOO
Friday, July 28th, 2017 at 10:30am
Learn about AND MEET some rainforest animals!
(Registration is required for this event.)
All library programs are FREE of charge.
FREDONIA-POMFRET SAFETY AND
MISBEHAVIOR GUIDELINE
Misbehavior includes: foul language, name calling, hitting, fighting, playing unfair, not following
rules of activity, unauthorized use of telephone,
unauthorized use of building and play equipment,
damaging property, or any activity that may result
in injury of oneself or others or damage to supplies, equipment or property in that play area.
The following policy will be enforced should
misbehavior occur:
1. Verbal warning to child with parent notification from the Recreation Attendant.
2. Written warning sent home in which parent
must sign to acknowledge misbehavior. Child
will not be allowed back unsupervised by parent or guardian until form is handed back in.
3. Child must be accompanied by parent, guardian or sitter, 16 years or older when visiting
play area.
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It is the aim of this program to provide a regular
weekly feature in which parents, as well as children
are encouraged to participate. Playground attendants
will escort children from five various sites throughout
the Village and Town to picturesque Barker Common
where they can enjoy a program and lunch accompanied
by family members. Age appropriate performances
are carefully chosen to present the highest level of
enjoyment and cultural experiences for our audience.
At the conclusion of this event, playground attendants
will assist participants back to their respective
playgrounds.
PLUS, events for the whole family, including…
SAY NO TO BULLYING with Mike Seege
Friday, July 7th, 2017 at 10:30am
High energy comedy and magic with a message.
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VILLAGE OF FREDONIA & TOWN OF POMFRET
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
SUMMER REGISTRATION
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 9:00 am to Noon
The Gazebo Summer Concert Series 2017
6:30-8:30 P.M. Wednesdays at Barker Common
June 28
July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26
August 2
August 9
August 16
August 23
August 30
Rustic Ramblers
Cassadaga Area Band
Kokomo Time
Rain Date**
New Horizons Band
TPT
Dave Golando Big Band
Exit 59
Farina & Friends
Dixiecrats
** If no shows are rescheduled, there will be no concert
this day
Those attending should bring lawn chairs for
greater comfort
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IS SPONSORED BY THE
VILLAGE OF FREDONIA
Registration for all summer activities will be conducted
on the Second (2nd) floor of Village Hall during the
above listed dates and times. Interested residents of
the Village of Fredonia and Town of Pomfret may
register for the following programs: Neighborhood
Playgrounds, Youth Swim Lessons, Tennis,
P i c k l e b a l l , Basketball, Drama, Sewing, and
Karate. Late registration will be accepted at
program sites or at the Recreation Department,
second floor, Village Hall.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Fredonia-Pomfret Recreation Department has
offered programming in recreation and youth services
for over seventy (70) years. Your Recreation
Department sponsors and conducts a diverse yearround program of activities, events and services
under the direction of professional supervision for
all residents of the Village of Fredonia and Town of
Pomfret.
Residents wishing additional information regarding
Recreation Department programs, or to offer
suggestions for future programs or services, are
requested to contact the Parks and Recreation
Department, located at Fredonia Village Hall between
the hours of 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 to 4:30
pm at 679-2311. Information is also available
through the Fredonia - Pomfret Recreation
Department’s Facebook Page.
Program dates are subject to facility
availability and may vary.
Inclement weather will result in cancellation
of all playgrounds and outdoor recreation programs. If the weather appears questionable, call
the Recreation Office at 679-2311.
VILLAGE OF FREDONIA
Mayor:
BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Athanasia Landis
Kara Christina
Doug Essek
Phyllis Jones
Jim Lynden
Marc Ruckman
TOWN OF POMFRET
Supervisor:
Donald Steger
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Brett Christy
Ann Eckman
John Sedota
Christopher Schaeffer
PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
Thomas Battaglia
SUMMER COORDINATOR
Kayla Sullivan
PARKS ADVISORY COMMISSION
Janet Nalbone
Terry DiMaggio
Evelyn Sievert
David Giambrone
Greg Lauer
Adrian Balch
Roger Pacos
SWIMMING
Fredonia High School Pool
June 26 – August 4
Monday through Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Swimming classes are intended to develop a comfort
level for each participant in and around the water, as
well as the necessary knowledge to be successful in
aquatic skills.
You are welcome to join the program at any time
during the summer and register during regular lesson
times. If you are uncertain regarding the level of
lessons for which you are best suited, please start at
the least advanced level and the instructors will move
you up.
Children must be at least four feet tall. Groups will be
formed based on level, and sessions will last from 30
to 45 minutes. Class size will be limited.
COMMUNITY OPEN SWIM
Fredonia High School Pool
June 26 - August 4
Open swim pool activity will be available to Village
and Town residents, weekdays from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.
Parents are encouraged to swim with their children.
Certified lifeguards will coordinate pool activities.
PLAYGROUNDS
Opens Monday, June 27-August 5
SUPERVISED HOURS
Barker Street Playground 9:00 am -Noon and 1:00-5:00 pm
Lambert Street Playground 9:00 am -Noon and 1:00-5:00 pm
Gardner Street Playground 9:00 am -Noon and 1:00-5:00 pm
Russell Joy Park Playground 9:00 am -Noon and 1:00-5:00 pm
Elm Street Playground
1:00-5:00 pm
Laona Playground
1:00-5:00 pm
Children must be five years of age or older to register
as a playground participant. Several activities,
such as craft projects may be included as part of the
playground day.
Each playground may have weekly scheduled
events, such as: Craft Program, Special Outdoor
games, Fire Prevention, Car Washes, Tie-Dyes,
Penny Carnival, Basketball games, Pet Shows,
Bake Sales and many more.
Playgrounds are maintained by the Village of Fredonia
and Town of Pomfret.
Inclement weather will result in cancellation
of all playgrounds and outdoor recreation programs. If the weather appears questionable, call
the Recreation Office at 679-2311.
BOYS AND GIRLS YOUTH BASKETBALL
Russell Joy Park
June 27 - August 5
Instruction and Games to be held Mondays
and Wednesdays
9:00-10:30 am
7-9 year olds
10:30 am - Noon
10-13 year olds
This program is designed to focus on the basic
fundamentals of basketball for area boys and girls in
the age groups: 7-9 year olds and 10-13 year olds.
Team practices and games will be held at Russell Joy
Park.
PICKLEBALL
INSTRUCTION
Russell Joy Park
June 28 - August 4
Tuesdays and Thursdays
This program will provide instruction to all skill
levels of pickleball players. Instruction will be
between 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Age groups will be
formed after registration is complete.
TENNIS LESSONS
Russell Joy Park
June 26 - August 4
Tennis instruction will be given at the Russell Joy Park
Tennis Courts. Classes will be conducted Mondays
and Wednesdays for beginner, intermediate, as
well as advanced. Beginners will have the court
from 1:00pm - 1:50pm, Intermediate from 2:00pm 2:50pm, and advanced 3:00pm - 3:50pm. Participants
need to supply court shoes and their own tennis racket.
DRAMA CLUB
Fredonia High School Auditorium
June 27 - August 5
Interested participants will have an opportunity to
practice drama skills and will rehearse for a live
performance at the end of the summer. Production
will be determined after meeting with participants.
Kids between the ages of 9 - 15 years old will have
the opportunity to rehearse from a script adapted by
their instructors. The program will run Monday,
Wednesday & Friday; from 1:00pm - 3:00pm with
needed daily commitment from participants.
Athletic wear should be worn to each session.
A final performance will be held in conjunction
with the Dance students in the 1891 Fredonia Opera
House on a time and date TBD.
SUMMER SEWING CLASS
Village Hall Basement
June 27 - August 3
Tuesdays and Thursdays
This program is designed to instruct participants in the
basic fundamentals of sewing. Students will be taught
how to read a pattern and construct a simple garment.
Classes will be taught between 1:00pm - 4:00pm and
be coordinated by the instructor. Class size is limited.
KARATE
Karate Connection
168 Cushing St.
July 12 - August 12
Wednesdays and
Saturdays
The Fredonia - Pomfret Recreation Department is
teaming up with Karate Connection to offer a free
program to community kids. The program will cover
areas such as life skills, self - defense, and physical
fitness during the 5 week course. Students, ages
4 and 6 will participate from 10:00am - 10:30am
on Wednesday and from 12:40 – 1:10 PM on
Saturday, while students between the ages of 7 and
13 will be from 10:30am - 11:15am on Wednesday
and 11:05am – 11:50am on Saturday at the Karate
Connection Facilities. Participants will receive a
Report Card, Belt Testing, and this year, they will
receive a Free Karate Connection Tee after they
have completed 3 Weeks of the Program! Sign up is
first come first served and class sizes are limited.
Outdoor Movie Nights
Lambert Ave. Playground
Dates and Movies TBD
We invite the whole community to come and enjoy a
movie night under the stars! With the support of the
always generous Fredonia Beaver Club, the
Recreation Department has a 16’ x 9’ screen with a
HD projector and sound! Movie nights are free of
charge, made possible by contributions from the
Fredonia Teachers Association and the First Ward
Falcon Club.
RUSSELL JOY PARK OPEN
BASKETBALL,TENNIS, and Pickleball
Lighted Courts atNight
The Russell Joy Park basketball and tennis courts are
open and lighted each evening throughout the summer.
The courts are reserved for Fredonia-Pomfret
residents only. There is no charge or preregistration for this program; simply come and
enjoy the fine facility.