Youth Programs and Events
The Recreation Department offers several programs and events designed specifically for youth with a focus on having fun in a safe and supervised environment.
Come join the fun of our great youth programs and events!
The Recreation Department has an extensive portfolio of programs, activities and events organized into the following categories:
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Sports Program and Athletic Events (Team sports, Individual sport)
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Exercise and Fitness Programs to facilitate healthy living.
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Swimming Programs (i.e., lessons, lap swimming, open swim).
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Youth Programs and Events (i.e., "Summer Fun" Day Camp).
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Skills Development Programs (i.e., financial planning, defensive driving, art, food preparation, youth karate, music).
Wheatland Recreation publishes a quarterly brochure that describes the current recreation offerings. See Recreation Department FAQs for answers to common inquiries, for all other questions contact the Recreation Coordinator.
Summer "Fun" Day Camp
Wheatland Recreation is still working on the details of Summer Day Camp 2021. Once the details are finalized, it will be updated on the Town of Wheatland website, on Facebook and emails will be sent to past participants also. We are excited to announce that Summer Day Camp will be located at TJ Connor Elementary School this year. Our dates for Summer Day Camp will be 7/6 -8/13. If you have any further questions please contact the Recreation Coordinator at 747-0289 or recreation@townofwheatland.org We are looking forward to a great summer!
Program Location
TBD
Summer "Fun" Day Camp - Before and After Care
This youth program is run in conjunction with the Summer "Fun" Day Camp program. This program provides care and supervision for children who need to be dropped off before the start or picked up after the end of the Summer "Fun" Day Camp.
Program Location
TBD
Open Swim
This program provides children with the chance to enjoy the swimming pool during holidays or other school breaks. Certified lifeguard supervision is provided. Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied in the pool by an adult.
Program Location
Swimming Pool at the Wheatland-Chili High School
Candy Bar Bingo
Winter school recess program. Lunch and candy bar bingo for students with Wheatland Seniors. Lunch is followed by 1.5 hours of bingo where game winners receive a candy bar.
Program Location
Wheatland Municipal Building in Scottsville NY
School Recess Fun Days
A really fun time for the kids while school is on recess. Enjoy playing games, making crafts and meeting new friends. Program is held in the Johnson Park heated pavilion. Dress appropriately for some outdoor fun as well.
Program Location
Johnson Park Pavilion
Visit Santa at the Parade of Lights
Huge Holiday-Time Event! Bring your entire family out to Main Street in Scottsville for the annual parade of lights. There are a host of festive events put on by local businesses and various others organizations. Be sure to bring the children as the Wheatland Recreation Department works with Santa Claus on this event, helping Santa pass out gifts to all of the children. This event is held the first Friday in December.
Program Location
Main Street in Scottsville NY
Rollerskating
Take a step back in time and enjoy a true rollerskating event provided Be-Mar Rollerskating. Be-Mar provides the skates and offers instructions and games while playing popular music. Skates have four wheels similar to roller derby players. Parents are welcome to join the fun, a waiver required for 18 years and older. Personal skates are not allowed.
Program Location
Gymnasium at the Wheatland-Chili High School
Easter Party
An Easter holiday celebration for the youth of our community. Come on out and play games, make crafts, and enjoy an Easter Egg hunt. Open to Town of Wheatland youth up to age 8.
Program Location
Scottsville Firehouse Pavilion in Scottsville NY
Sweetheart Dance
Come join us for a truly enchanting evening. This is an annual family event held around Valentines Day for TJ Connor School students and their families. Get dressed up with your Mom, Dad, brothers or sisters for a semi-formal dance with a DJ, Karaoke and always a special dessert. Students must be accompanied by an adult.
Program Location
TJ Connor School Cafetorium
