Summer in Marcellus 2021 Town of Marcellus Parks and Recreation Office

Director: Phil Coccia Address: 24 East Main Street, Marcellus NY 13108

Secretary: Sandy Elsey E-mail: park_rec@marcellusny.com

Phone: 315-673-3269 ext. 2 Website: Marcellusny.com

Registration Policies and Guidelines: Please read the descriptions of each camp/activity carefully as the information varies.

Programming is based on the grade a child is entering in the 2021-22 school year.

1) An individual is not registered for a program or activity until all necessary forms are completed and returned to

the Recreation Department with the correct payment. To avoid disappointment, please read all age requirements

and registration fees.

2) All activities listed in this brochure have a minimum and maximum requirement for participation. While we

make every effort to run all our programs as advertised, we reserve the right to cancel a program due to lack of

registration. We will create waiting lists if maximum numbers are reached.

3) Please pay special attention to the beginning and end times of all activities. You CANNOT drop off children early

or pick up children late. If you do, you will be charged an extra fee. There is no supervision outside designated

times.

4) Disruptive and unsafe behavior will not be tolerated at any of our camps or programs. Disruptive and unsafe

behavior is anything that, in the opinion of the Parks & Recreation Director or camp supervisors, compromises the

safety of others or quality of instruction. Individual situations will be assessed and it will be up to the discretion

of the Director whether a participant will be allowed to return to the program.

5) Activities with the Marcellus Recreation Department are NOT pro-rated.

6) Once you have registered yourself or your child for an activity, we do not make follow-up calls. You will only

hear from our office if there is a change to the program.

Please make checks payable to: Town of Marcellus It is the policy of the Marcellus Recreation Department that no child will be denied participation in the Children’s Recreation Morning Program

because of an inability to pay. All inquiries will be held in confidence.

To inquire, call Phil Coccia, Recreation Director at 673-3269 ext.2

Refund Policy: IF THE RECREATION OFFICE CANCELS A CAMP, ACTIVITY, OR TRIP:

We will refund all money if we have to cancel any of our programs. You will be required to sign a voucher to be

submitted to the Town in order to receive the refund.

Please allow at least thirty days to process the voucher and the return of your money.

IF YOU (OR YOUR CHILD) WITHDRAW FROM A CAMP, ACTIVITY OR TRIP:

If you cancel your registration BEFORE a program starts, you will receive a refund less a $25.00 fee. However, if you

withdraw from a program after it has started, you will not receive a refund unless we cancel the program, someone on a

waiting list can fill your vacant spot, or your request is accompanied by a doctor’s written excuse.

ALL refunds will be pro-rated and decided at the discretion of the Director.

Please allow at least thirty days to process the voucher and the return of your money.

NOTE: Fees paid for summer recreation activities are not tax deductible

Fees for recreation and all camps may be subject to change.

New this year! We are now accepting online

registration for all programming and Park Pavilion Rentals

through Community Pass! Go to the link below and click on create an account

https://register.communitypass.net/TownofMarcellus

Once you create an account you can register for all

Adult/children programming and Park Rentals.

You may pay online with a credit card or e-check

2.9% convenience fee will be added

for credit card or 1% for e-check

We also still accept cash or check

(made out to Town of Marcellus)

Mail Payments to:

Marcellus Town Hall

24 East Main Street Marcellus, NY 13108

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Town of Marcellus Parks and Recreation

for up-to-date info!

Covid-19 Protocol for summer programs

Thank you for continuing to recreate with us. Safety continues to be a number one priority of ours! We are constantly staying on top of safety guidelines and promise to update you as often as possible. This summer, we will continue to use the Sports and Recreation Guidelines set forth by NYS. Please see the outline below on how we plan to run things this summer.

TEMPERATURE CHECKS: Instructors and staff running the programs will have their temperatures checked prior to each class. We will also be checking participant temperatures for classes held indoors. HEALTH SCREENING QUESTIONS: Instructors and participants will be asked 3 screening questions before the start of class at program check-in. We ask that only a max of two guardians accompany the child to any outside program and one guardian for any indoor program. We also ask that guardians attempt to social distance where possible.

FACE COVERINGS: Instructors and participants must

wear a mask at all times. All programs held on

Marcellus School District grounds require the

following: Masks must be worn by all staff and

participants at all times. When eating and drinking (no

masks) social distance of at least 6 feet must be

maintained, In the event that guidelines for school’s

change, procedures will be re-evaluated at that time.

SANITATION: Hand sanitizer will be available at each program location. Instructors and participants will be able to use it as needed. All equipment is sanitized prior to use as well as following each class. As a department, we are following all CDC cleaning guidelines.

INDOOR ACTIVITIES: We understand that for those classes held inside that social distancing is a bit harder. We will be doing our best to give our instructors a space to properly keep participants at a distance. We have also lowered the number of individuals allowed to register foreach program to be able to accommodate all participants safely. As often as possible we have asked instructors to allow for participants to have their own materials to work with (crayons, art supplies, balls, etc.). If an indoor activity can be moved outside, we will do so. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

Morning Playground Program Wednesday July 7- Friday July 30 - $125

9 am – Noon

Grades 1-3 KCH - Grades 4-6 DMS * An Immunization record must be provided at time of registration. This is an Onondaga

County Health Department requirement.

Registration will not be accepted without immunization records

(These must be up to date; therefore, we cannot use previous year’s records)

The Recreation Department and our staff will be following all CDC and Sports and recreation guidelines set

forth by NYS, including social distancing, cleaning protocol and mask wearing. We will also be reducing the

numbers for recreation and camps this year so make sure to register early! Once a camp is closed, we will not

be able to add anymore students.

Children are divided into supervised groups according to the grade they are entering for the 2021-22 school

year. All groups will have the opportunity to play outside games, play in the gym, and participate in arts &

crafts activities. Make sure your child wears a mask, comfortable clothing, sneakers and sunscreen every day.

Please Note: If your child is signed up for camps (on the MCS campus) they are welcome to bring a bag lunch

and eat in the cafeteria, where there will be supervision.

*Please DO NOT allow students to bring valuables. Our staff is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

Summer Field Trips: We are currently assessing summer field trips and will announce

our decision as soon as possible.

Kindergarten ProgramDo you have a child entering Kindergarten this fall? Then we have a fun-filled week planned

just for them. Children entering Kindergarten are invited to attend their very own week of

Morning Playground. Your child will have the opportunity to play outside games and in KCH

gym also planned is story time in the library as well as arts & crafts. What a great way for your

child entering Kindergarten in the fall to become familiar with the school and some of the new

faces they will see every day! (Note: this is the only opportunity for children entering

Kindergarten in the fall to attend the Morning Playground Program; Space is limited and will

fill quickly so register early.

Dates: July 19-23 Mon-Fri

Time: 9 am-12 pm

Fee: $70/ student

Location: KCH

Marcellus Day Camp is licensed by the Onondaga County Health Department. The camp is inspected a minimum of two time yearly. Inspection reports concerning the camp are on file at: Onondaga County Health Department, Division of Environmental Health, John H. Mulroy Civic Center, 12th floor, 421 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 Phone: 315-435-6617

26th Annual Hoop Mania Basketball Camp

Dates: June 28-July 1 (Mon-Thurs)

Grades: entering 4-8

Time: 9 am-3 pm

Fee: $125/ student

Location: DMS Old and New Gymnasium

We combine fun, education, and healthy competition to

help each child, regardless of ability, to become the best

basketball player possible. Please wear sneakers (no

shoes or sandals). Please bring lunch EVERYDAY with

a drink and an extra water bottle. Label all belongings.

Basketball will be provided.

Tennis Camp

Dates: July 12-15 or July 19-22 Mon-Thurs

Grades 1-5 9am-10am Grades: 6-12 10am-11 am

Fee: $55/student

Instructor: Liz Milliken (MCS Tennis Coach)

Location: Marcellus Park Tennis Courts

Both beginners and advanced tennis players will benefit

from a little extra summer training. This camp will focus

on refining strokes and footwork, serving, returning,

volleying and strategy. Please bring your own racket.

Ultimate Goal Soccer Camp

Dates: July 19-23 (Mon-Fri)

Grades entering K-3

Time: 12:30-1:30 pm

Fee: $40

Location: Upper DMS Field

Instructor: Ultimate Goal Staff

A great soccer experience for players of all levels, learn

technique, tactics, and have FUN! Our professional staff

will assist every participant to become the best soccer

player possible. There will be games, contests and

prizes. Bring a water bottle and wear sunscreen.

Golf Camp

Date: July 12-16 (Mon-Fri)

Grades entering 3-7

Time: 9-11am (Mon-Thurs, 9 –noon Fri.)

Fee: $85/student

Location: Pearl Lakes Golf Course

1441 Old Seneca Tpk. Skaneateles

Instructor: Michael Vincent & Kathy Kusniercyzk

Golf on a real course! Coach Vincent AND Coach

Kusnierczyk will be instructing golf camp, at the nearby,

Pearl Lakes Golf Course! On the driving range, short

game facility and nine-hole course, students will learn

the swing, skills and etiquette required to become a

better golfer! Kids can bring their own clubs or borrow

from us. Please wear comfortable shoes, sun protection

and bring a water bottle. Includes skill instruction and

competitions Monday-Thursday, 9-hole Captain and

Crew Tournament and prizes Friday!

Adult/Child Golf League

Date: Monday's July 26th-August 16th

Grades: 3-adult

Time: 6:30 Pm

Fee: $80/adult/child

Location: Pearl Lakes Golf Course, 1441 Old Seneca Tpk.

This camp is great opportunity to play golf with a parent,

grandparent, or adult friend. Each week your adult/child

team will play vs. another team using a scramble format.

Shotgun start, so everyone starts and ends at the same

time, kids can play from Jr. or adult tees. A town

recreation employee will be on hand to get everyone

started and answer any questions. Must have played golf

before or have participated in our spring or summer

camps. 6 team minimum to run so tell your friends and

make a night out of it!

Fall Golf Camp

Date: Mondays September 27- October 25

Time: 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm

Fee: $65/student

Grades: entering 3 -7

Location: Pearl Lakes Golf Course, 1441 Old Seneca Tpk.

Instructor: Kathy Kusniercyzk

Coach Kusniercyzk will be instructing golf camp this

fall, at the beautiful Pearl Lakes Golf Course! This

camp is geared toward students with some prior golf

experience. The summer Golf Camp is a great pre-

requisite to Fall Golf! Coach “k” will give a short

refresher lesson and then students will play 9 holes of

golf. Kids can bring their own clubs or borrow from us.

Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring a water bottle!

Challenge Island Jr for Ages 4-6

Dates: Wednesdays July 7, 14, 21, 28 -1pm to 2pm

Wednesdays August 4,11,18,25 -10am-11am

Fee: $50/month Ages: 4-6

S.T.E.A.M. Challenge Island introduces preschoolers to the wonders of science, the thrill of engineering and joy of creative thinking. The music, whimsy, the journeys to fantastical Islands are so exciting they hardly notice all the meaty academic and life skills they are acquiring in the process. From Shark tooth Island to amusement Park Island to all the stops in between our littlest CI natives soak up all the sun and learning experience of Challenge Island. Challenge Island STEAMtank Entrepreneurs Camp Dates: July 12-16 (Mon-Fri) Time: 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Grades: entering 2-6 Fee: $135/student Instructor: Terri Lowe/Challenge Island Staff Location: Driver Middle School Cafeteria Calling all innovative and inventive kids to an adventure in STEAM and entrepreneurship! You and your tribe will learn the ins and outs of launching your own successful business as you build, design and create brand new stores and associated product lines all week long! Start out with PIZZAreneur day to SWEETrepreneur day to HAUNTrepreneur dayand ending with PETpreneur day. Can you convince the city planners that your tibe’s business belongs in the new Challenge Island Mall? Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind entrepreneurial experience! Challenge Island Super Star Island Camp Dates: August 16-20 (Mon-Fri) Time: 9am to 4pm (includes a BYO lunch hour) Grades: entering 2-6 Fee: $235/student Instructor: Terri Lowe/Challenge Island Staff Location: Marcellus Park Welcome Center Calling all trailblazers, groundbreakers, and universe-

shakers to Challenge Island's SUPER STAR ISLAND!

You and your tribe will take a STEAMtastic Journey

through our Challenge Island Hall of fame from

Leonardo Davinci, PT Barnum, Venus and Serena, to a

galaxy of other game-changers. Super Star Island shines

as bright as a Challenge Island Kid, so grab onto your

inner star and join us for this stellarly cross-curricular

engineering adventure!

Marcellus Film Camp

Dates: August 2-6 (Mon-Fri)

Time: 11am to 4:30 pm

Fee: $150/student

Grades: entering 7-12

Location: Welcome Center at Marcellus Park

Instructor: Sarah Grabman (SU Film School Alum)

Location: Welcome Center in Marcellus Park Do you have an interest in film making? Then this camp

is for you! An introduction to all the aspects of

filmmaking including concept, story board, directing,

light, sounds, costume, make up, film, special effects,

editing and marketing to produce a “festival ready” short

film!

Highkey Science Camp Date: July 19-23 (Mon-Fri)

Fee: $55/child

Time: 12:30 to 2:30pm

Location: Driver Middle School Cafeteria

Instructor: Steve Williams

Highkey Science is proud to partner with Marcellus

Recreation Department to bring a week-long camp

elective of STEM-based play! This 5-day minicamp

comprises 5 hands-on STEM activities that mix playing

and learning with designing, building, and problem-

solving. Our sessions are inspired by real world

experiences and 21st century skills. The variety of

activities participants can enjoy (un)cover a range of

STEM concepts like aerodynamics, collaborative

problem-solving and structural stability.

EVOKE Creativity “Get Creative!” Summer Camp

Dates: Mondays August 2, 9, 16, 23

Thursdays August 5, 12, 19. 26

Time: 9am to 3pm

Fee: $55/day, $85/week or $300/month

Location: Marcellus Park Annex Pavilion

Instructor: Chelsea Lembo, Owner EVOKE Creativity

We are excited to partner with EVOKE; Creativity LLC

to offer a daytime summertime “Get Creative”

enrichment program! The camp will take place

outdoors at Marcellus Park!

Mondays: 'Caching Crew Join us on Mondays for some

geocaching and letterboxing fun! Solve riddles, create

puzzles, and search for caching treasures. We'll even

create our own special caches, too!

Thursdays: Nature Crew Explore nature and create art with the great outdoors! Ever wanted to build your own tiny-terrarium or make art with natural materials? We'll spend most of the day outside on Thursdays having fun and making art! Sign up for specific days, weeks or save and register for the whole month of August!

Join Melissa Dougher, Art Teacher at West Genesee School District for summer camp

where young artists use their imaginations as they develop art skills, learn new

techniques, and produce original works of art!

Week 1 -Hello Summer! July 26-29

Monday-Thursday

Location: Driver Middle School -

Art Room Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Grades: entering 1-6 Fee: $90/week

Create fantastic artworks inspired by

fun filled sunny days of summer!

Projects include: String wrapped wind

chimes with beading, oil pastel

peacocks, watermelon canvas paintings,

ocean sailing collage, and seaside slime

making!

Week 2 – Surf & Sea, August 2-August 5

Monday-Thursday

Location: Marcellus Park-

Annex Pavilion Time: 10 am to noon

Grades: entering 1-6 Fee: $90/week

Enjoy a week of art making inspired by

fun sea animals and the ocean! Projects

include: ocean seascapes on canvas,

chalk pastel glue resist sea turtles,

pirate ship or sailboat collage making,

chalk pastel glue resist sea turtles, and

sea serpent slime!

Each camper will have their own supplies to use throughout the week and supplies will be

sanitized daily. We will maintain space between each camper and do encourage campers to

bring/wear masks be worn during close contact. Hand sanitizer will be available at all camps.

Summer Concert Series at Marcellus Park 2021

Thursday nights from 7 - 8:30 pm at the Annex Pavilion. Concerts are FREE and appropriate for the entire family. The Friends of Marcellus Park will have food and beverages available for purchase. Please be sure to practice social distancing and masks must be worn unless you are seated.

July 8: Bitter Creek Band Playing classic and new songs you are sure to love!

July 15: Joe Whiting A summer favorite- saxophone and rock and roll

July 22: Thunder Canyon One of CNY’s hottest country bands

July 29: The Horn Dogs One of CNY’s premier party bands, a variety of

music from the early days of rock and roll to the hits of today!

August 5: TBA

August 12: Mood Swing Rock/pop band in a big band body, Specializing in

high energy, entertainment-oriented shows August 19: Fab Cats

A CNY favorite playing hits from the 60’s and up!

Marcellus Community Band

Directed by Josh Nightingale

Community band is open to all area adults,

current and former high school and advanced

middle school students. There will be three

rehearsals with a final performance for the

community on Wednesday July 28th. So, dust

off your instrument and join the band to brush

up on your skills and entertain the community!

There is no fee to participate,

Rehearsal Dates:

Wednesdays July 7,14,21&28

Time: 7 to 8:30pm at DMS music room

Performance: 7pm Wednesday July 28

outside at Marcellus High School

Call the recreation office to register

315-673-3269 x2

Join Steve Williams science Teacher and owner

of Highkey Sciene on Tuesdays from 10:30 to

noon, August 10,17, 24, 31 at the Playground

Pavilion in Marcellus Park. Highkey Science is

a mobile STEM unit that provides Science,

Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

activities and events throughout CNY. We

specialize in play-based learning sessions that

are educational and entertaining for participants

of any age and/or grade. We're well aware of

COVID-19 and have a dedication to safe

environments. Come try some cool new

activities each week! Free for grades 1-6

registration is required each week that you wish

to attend so Mr. Williams can plan for supplies!

Register at the link below

https://register.communitypass.net/TownofMarcellus

We will be partnering with Finders Keepers

Mining and HighKey Science to offer some fun

activities for children before the concerts! Join

us at the Playground Pavilion from 5pm to7pm.

July 15- Finders Keepers Mining come crack

a geode, or mine for gemstones!

Prices range from $9 to $15

July 22 - HighKey Science will be offering a

make your own slime bar! Pick your color and

add-ins and you are on your way! This event is

free! So grab family and friends and make a

night of it at Marcellus Park!

Recreation Registration Form 2021 All children must have the following information on file. No child may participate in any activity until the following forms are completed

and returned to the Recreation Office with correct payment. Before registering a child, please review fees, age requirements, and

guidelines. Registration will not be accepted without up-to-date Immunization forms.

PLEASE USE A SEPARATE REGISTRATION FORM FOR EACH CHILD

Name of child: __________________________________ Grade (entering in 2021-22): ______ Age: _________________

Name of parent/guardian: ____________________________________________ Home phone #: ____________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________ Zip code: ________________________

In the event of an emergency, we will always try to contact a parent or guardian at the home phone number. However, if we cannot

reach anyone at the home number, please provide us with a work number, cell phone number, or the name and number of someone we

can call:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child have any allergies or medical conditions that we should know about? YES NO

If YES, please describe:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child have permission to walk home? YES NO

Please list all eligible adults who have permission to pick up your child:

Please check all programs you are registering for and circle appropriate week(s) / Day(s)

Summer Recreation Grades1-6 $125/student

Kindergarten Recreation Program $70/student

Hoop Mania Basketball Camp $125/student

Tennis Lessons $55/student week 1or 2

Ultimate Goal Soccer Camp $40/student

Summer Golf Camp $85/student

Adult/Child Golf League $80/team

Fall Golf Camp $65/student

Marcellus Film Camp $150/student

Hello Summer Art Camp $90/student

Surf & Sea Art Camp $90/student

Challenge Island STEAMtank Entrepreneurs Camp $135/student

Challenge Island Superstar Island $235/student Challenge Island Jr July Camp $50/student

Challenge Island Jr. August Camp $50/month

HighKey Science Camp $55/student

Highkey Science Thursdays in the Park-Free

Free but registration is required!

EVOKE Creativity 2 day a week camp

Choose one below:

$55/day enter date(s)________________________

$85/week enter week(s)______________________

$300/for both days for the entire month

WAIVER: The undersigned hereby acknowledges and understands that “accident insurance” is not provided for any injury that may

be sustained as a result of a hazard associated with the activity registered for by the undersigned and accepts financial liability for any

medical cost resulting from an accident or injury. The undersigned understands that his/her children attend activities at his/her own

risk. The Town/Village of Marcellus and its employees are not responsible for injuries sustained. In the event that undersigned cannot

be notified concerning and injury or emergency to the undersigned’s child, the undersigned gives permission for the Marcellus Parks

& Recreation staff to provide emergency services.

signature of parent/guardian____________________________________________Date:____________________