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Clifton Recreation Department

900 Clifton Avenue

Clifton, New Jersey 07013

Phone: (973) 470-5956

Fax: (973) 815-0599

Program Cancellation Number: (973) 470-5680

Website: www.cliftonrec.com

Facebook: facebook.com/CliftonRec

Twitter: twitter.com/CliftonRec

2015

SUMMER

PROGRAM BROCHURE

JUNE - AUGUST

V.A.N. Volunteers Are Necessary

“It Takes A Village” 2

Want to build friendships, better the world and get a deep sense of accomplishment? You can do it without

making a big sacrifice or commitment. A vital part of our department is our volunteers and the valuable time

they give. The Clifton Recreation Department is proud of the many recreation volunteers that assist our

department. Volunteer opportunities are available and hours of service are kept on file in the office year round.

You will find it a rewarding experience and a great opportunity to serve your community. Whether you are

interested in teaching classes, helping others, assisting in the office or participating in special events, you are of

value to us. Your help is always needed. Below is a list of upcoming volunteer opportunities. If you are

interested in volunteering, fill out and return the form below, or give us a call at (973) 470-5956.

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

City Picnic Recreation Games

Saturday, July 4th

Summer Concert Series

Sunday, July 12th - Sunday, August 30

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Counselor-In-Training

Monday, July 6th

- Friday, August 14th

Clifton Night at the Jackals

Thursday, July 23rd

National Night Out/Drive-In Movie

Tuesday, August 4th

Family Campout

Friday, August 21st - Saturday, August 22

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VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM

Name: ___________________________________________________________ Age: _______________

Address: ____________________________________________________ Zip: _____________________

Phone: (H)____________________ (W)_____________________ (E-Mail)__________________________

What Is Your Availability?

Day: _______________________ Evening: _____________________ Weekends: _____________________

Extra-Curricular Activities & Hobbies:

Special Events Interested In:

GENERAL INFORMATION


SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION Summer Program registration is available on a first come, first served basis and will

be conducted on-line. You can complete your registration from home, and pay by

credit or debit card, or print out the registration form and make payment at City

Hall using cash, check (made payable to Clifton Recreation) or money order.

Include your driver’s license number on all checks. The City will charge a $35.00

service fee for all checks not honored for any reason by the bank. You will not be

registered until payment is received. If you do not have access to a computer at

home, you can come into the Recreation Department and use one of our computers.

Early registration is strongly recommended.

Pre-registration for the 6-week Summer Programs (Tots-O-Fun, Junior SportStar,

Summer Days in the Park, Allsport and CIT) are open to Clifton residents only

from the release of this brochure. Non-residents may register for the 6-week

Summer Programs beginning June 29th. Pre-registration for classes or

specialty camps is open from the release of this brochure to both residents and

non-residents. Program T-shirts may be purchased at our office for $6.00 and are

mandatory for all trips. Individuals registering late will be required to pay the

entire summer program/class fee (no pro-rating) and there are no refunds for missed

days. Children must meet age/grade requirements listed by the first day of the

program unless the description indicates otherwise. The Clifton Recreation

Department does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin, age

or disability to participate in our programs.

If you are creating an account on our website for the first time, please complete the

information for the parent first and then add any children. After the account is

created, it must be approved by the Recreation Department before you can register.

Once the account is approved, you will receive an email from us and you may then

register for any programs that you are interested in.

If your child did not participate in the Summer Programs in 2012-2014, you must

submit a copy of your child’s birth certificate and immunization records. You may

submit them by mail: 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013; by email:

[email protected]; or by fax: 973-815-0599. Registrations without these two

items will not be considered complete and your child will not be able to attend the

summer programs. All participants must send in proof of residency with

registration via above methods or your registration will not be considered

complete.

Summer program scholarships are available for Clifton residents and are only

available for the 6 week Summer Program not for trips, special events, specialty

camps or classes. If you are in need of assistance in paying for summer programs,

please contact the Recreation Department for more information at 973-470-5956.

REFUND POLICY

A request for refund must be made in PERSON five (5) business days (Mon. – Fri.)

before the program begins, except for trips which require ten (10) business days.

Refunds will not be issued for 1-day workshops, seminars, or special events.

Refunds will NOT be issued once the program starts. Refunds will also not be

issued if your child is suspended or dismissed from a program for behavior reasons.

Full refunds are granted in the event that a class is canceled by the Recreation

Department. All refunds will follow the Finance Department's bill-paying schedule

and will be issued by City check (no cash refunds, and a social security number

must be furnished to receive your refund). Allow 4 – 6 weeks for refunds to be

received. Failure to return signed purchase order within 3 months of issuance will

result in cancellation of refund. A $5.00 service charge, amount may vary for

specific programs, will be assessed per participant / per activity / per transaction for

all requested refunds. Transferring from one program to another may incur a $5.00

service charge per transaction. Individuals may have the option of receiving credit

instead of a refund. When using a credit to pay, you must register in-person.

MAYOR & MUNICIPAL COUNCIL

Mayor James Anzaldi

Councilman Joseph S. Cupoli

Councilman Peter C. Eagler

Councilman William Gibson

Councilman Steven Hatala, Jr.

Councilman Joseph C. Kolodziej

Councilwoman Lauren Murphy

Dominick Villano, City Manager

RECREATION DEPARTMENT

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Debbie J. Oliver

Recreation Supervisor

Jessica B. Vasilenko

Program Coordinator

William J. Lemke

Project Coordinator

Patrick J. Crann

Facilities Coordinator

Estephania Gutierrez

Keyboarding Clerk

BOARD OF RECREATION

Joseph Bionci – President

Kristin Neglia – Vice-President

Doreen Delancy-Williams

Robert Foster

Joseph Gaccione

Thomas Mullin

John Pogorelec, Jr.

Jim Smith

Anna Torres

Rosemary Trinkle Baran

Lauren Murphy – Council Liaison

The board meets on the fourth Monday of each

month to discuss and act on issues affecting the

delivery of recreation and parks services to the

community.

Special thanks to the Clifton Board of Education and school staff for their support

with our programs by distributing brochures,

sharing their facilities and providing transportation.

Watch for ongoing announcements in the

Clifton Journal.

INSTRUCTORS WANTED

Instructors are needed to teach classes. If you

have a special skill and want to share it with others, please call our office at (973) 470-5956.

GENERAL INFORMATION

“It Takes a Village” 4

OUR MISSION The mission of the Clifton Recreation Department is to provide the community with a wide variety of youth, adult and

family activities that offer our citizens the opportunity to use personal leisure time in a viable, productive and gratifying

manner at various facilities that provide both active and passive atmospheres while maintaining historical and

environmental awareness.

GENERAL SUMMER PROGRAM INFORMATION Transportation for trips and weekly outings will be provided by the City of Clifton. All trips and outings are supervised by

adult leaders and aides. Waivers (whether done online or using a permission slip at the program site) and Summer

Program T-shirts are required for all outings. There is no transportation provided to and from the summer programs and

staff is not permitted to transport children or CIT’s / PIC workers in their personal vehicles. There are no lunch services

provided by the City. Children are instructed to bring a bag lunch daily (no glass bottles or containers). In the event of

inclement weather, Allsport, Junior SportStar, Tots-O-Fun and Summer Days in the Park will be conducted, but altered for

indoor activities. Parent Handbooks will be issued through the mail with more specific program procedures and policies.

WAITING LISTS If a program has reached maximum capacity, you may leave your name and phone number on a waiting list. If a spot

becomes available, the Recreation Department will contact you immediately. You will only receive a phone call if an

opening becomes available.

PROGRAM SCHEDULING AND CANCELLATIONS The Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel, postpone, relocate or combine any program due to insufficient

registration or other causes that may affect the health, safety or welfare of the program participants. A full refund will be

issued for programs canceled by the Recreation Department (allow 4 – 6 weeks for processing return). Every effort will be

made to notify registrants of program cancellations. In case of inclement weather, the decision to conduct evening specialty

camps will be made by 3:30 p.m. To find out the status of evening programs call our Weather Hotline at 973-470-5680.

STAFF TRAINING The Clifton Recreation Department is pleased to announce that all of our summer program staff receives in-service training

as well as certification in First Aid & CPR by the American Red Cross. Our summer programs follow the licensing

regulations of the Youth Camp Safety Act Standards of the State of New Jersey, Department of Health and our specialty

camps and classes are taught by outside professionals highly trained in their field.

BEHAVIOR POLICY In keeping with our program goals, we encourage fun for all of our participants. Certain rules are necessary to ensure the

safety and enjoyment of all individuals. Participants are required to follow all established rules & regulations. If

misconduct persists and rules are not followed, appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken. In addition, participants are

expected to:

Show respect for all other participants, staff and volunteers

Refrain from using foul language or causing bodily harm to other participants, volunteers or staff

Show respect for equipment, supplies and facilities

VIDEO AND PHOTO POLICY Please be advised that participants involved in any department programs or special events are subject to being

photographed or video taped. Any photos & video footage obtained may be used in the future by the City of Clifton for

program guides, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, grant/award proposals and presentations, news releases and CATV

presentations without an obligation to provide compensation to those photographed or videotaped. Anyone wanting to opt

out of this policy must complete an information form with the Recreation Department.

FACEBOOK & TWITTER Find us through Twitter twitter.com/CliftonRec and Facebook facebook.com/CliftonRec. Through these two outlets, we

will be better able to keep you informed about the classes and programs we provide as well as any changes to the schedule

or cancellations.

PLANNING A PARTY/FAMILY OUTING? If you are planning a party and are in need of some entertainment ideas, or if you are looking for some place new to go and

spend some family leisure time, the Recreation Department has two books in the office with ideas and places to visit.

FACILITY INFORMATION


CLIFTON RECREATION DEPARTMENT

900 Clifton Avenue

Clifton, NJ 07013

(973) 470-5956

Fax: (973) 815-0599

Program Cancellation Number: (973) 470-5680

(Cancellation Message updated daily after 3:30 p.m.)

E-mail: [email protected]


OFFICE HOURS:

Mondays 8:15 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesdays – Fridays 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

*The Recreation Department is closed on all legal

holidays*

OTHER DEPARTMENT FACILITIES

Community Recreation Center

1232 Main Avenue

(973) 546-0495

Parking is available behind the facility, on the street

and in the municipal lot located on the corner of

Washington Street and Putnam Place.

Clifton Skatezone

85 Third Street

(973) 470-2254

Park Facilities

Parks hours are from dawn to dusk.

There are 38 City parks and 1 County park in Clifton.

A chart listing all City parks, their locations and

amenities can be found in this brochure. Please help to

keep our parks clean and safe. A list of park rules can

be obtained at the Recreation Department Office or

online at: ecode360.com/?custId=CL0966

Individuals found in violation of park rules can be

fined up to $1,250.00.

Permits are required for organized activities. Requests

for permits must be made in writing through the

Recreation Department. Depending on request and

organization requesting the permit, a fee may be

associated with field use. Request forms may be

obtained at the Recreation Department or online at: www.cliftonrec.com/forms/5951_njclifton_park_permit_requ

est_form.pdf.

Requests for Weasel Brook County Park must be made

with the Passaic County Park & Recreation

Department. Requests for School Fields must be made

with the Clifton Board of Education.

FACILITY RENTALS

The Community Recreation Center is available for

rent (limited times and dates) for special events,

parties or meetings. The cost is a $50.00 flat rental

fee (required to be paid at time of booking to secure

date and is non-refundable), a $70.00 refundable

deposit (based on the condition of the facility and no

overtime usage, please note security deposit takes 4

– 6 weeks after event to be returned), plus $35.00 per

hour to include any time needed for set up and break

down. Payment may be made by cash, money order

or check. Additional fees will be required for help

with set up. Applications can be obtained through

the Recreation Department or online at: www.cliftonrec.com/documents/njclifton_rental_form.pdf.

RECREATION ITEMS FOR RENT

Picnic Basket:

Planning a picnic? The Recreation Department

has a picnic basket available for rent to help make

your next neighborhood picnic or family reunion a

smashing success. The cost is $20.00 plus a

$50.00 refundable deposit (upon return of

equipment in good condition and on the scheduled

date). The kit includes written instructions for

games and relay races plus:

1 Full size tug-of-war rope 1 Kickball

2 Playground balls 12 Cones

6 Wooden spoons and eggs 4 Frisbees

1 Wiffleball bat and wiffleball 6 Potato sacks

1 Set of rubber bases 6 Jump Ropes

1 Ring toss game 6 Bean Bags

Bocce:

Located at City Hall behind the Lester Herrschaft

Center is a regulation sized bocce court. This

court is available for use by residents. Use your

own supplies or rent a set of bocce balls from our

department. The fee is $10.00 plus a $50.00

refundable deposit (upon return of equipment in

good condition and on the scheduled date).

Other Items for Rent: The following supplies are also available for rent:

Horseshoes (metal poles & shoes) – $10.00

Outdoor badminton set – $10.00

Outdoor volleyball set – $15.00

Full-size croquet sets – $10.00

Outdoor table & 6 folding chairs – $15.00

All rentals require a $50.00 refundable deposit

(upon return of equipment in good condition and

on the scheduled date).

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Acquackanonk Gardens M t. Washington Drive 35 M t. Washington Dr. X J X

Albion Memorial ParkM aplewood Ave. between Elmwood

Dr. & Warren St.201 M aplewood Ave. X X H X X X

Allwood ParkDead End of New Briar Ln., Summit,

Windsor & M arlboro Rd.1175 Route 3 J X

Athenia Steel Recreation Complex Clifton Ave. 718 Clifton Ave. X X X

Bayeux Park Van Houten Ave. & Sade St. 626 Van Houten Ave. X

Chelsea Memorial Park Chelsea Rd., M orris Rd. 51 Brighton Rd. X X

Clifton Skatezone3rd Street between Hadley & Sylvan

Ave.85 Third St. R X X

Delawanna MemorialCorner of M ain Ave. & Delawanna

Ave.379 M ain Ave. X

Dudiak ParkDead End of Stevens Rd., Goss Pl.,

Kozy Ln.25 Stony Hill Rd. X X J X X X

Dundee Island Park Ackerman Ave. & Cheever Ave. 4 Ackerman Ave. X X

Dunney Park Linden St., Delawanna Ave. 82 Cherry St. X H X X X

Gregory Manor Patricia Pl. 180 Patricia P l. J X

Hillside Park Dead End of Paterson Ave. 91 Paterson Ave. H X

Hird Park Clifton Ave & Lexington Ave. 480 Lexington Ave. X

Holster Park Grove St. 699 Grove St. X X F X X

Jubilee ParkClifton Ave between St. Andrews

Blvd. & Allwood Rd.1355 Clifton Ave. X

Knollcroft Park Dead End of Knollwood Terr. 195 Knollwood Terr. J X

Lakeview Park Curie Ave., East 7th St. 291 E. 7th St. X X H X

Latteri Park Allwood Pl. & Hampton Rd. 81 Allwood Pl. X F C X X X

Legion Park Central Ave. & East M adison Ave. 135 Central Ave. X

Lowry Park William St. 101 William St. X X

Main Mall Park Clifton Ave. & First Street 343 Clifton Ave. X

Main Memorial Park M ain Ave., Route 46, Park Slope 1395 M ain Ave. X X X X X X

Morris Canal Park Broad St. 1101 Broad St. X X X

Mount Prospect ParkBrighton Rd., Dead End of

Harrington Rd.341 M t. Prospect Ave. X X X F X X

Nash ParkLexington Ave., Hamilton Ave,

Randolph Ave.700 Lexington Ave. X X F X X

Normandy Park East 6th St. 30 East Sixth St. H X

Oak Ridge Park Clifton Ave., St., James Pl. 1061 Clifton Ave. X H C X X

Paulison Promenade Paulison Ave., & Clifton Ave. 678 Clifton Ave. X

Randolph Park Randolph Ave., Sherman Pl. 327 Parker Ave. X

Ravine Park Dead End of Kashey St. 101 Rutgers Pl. X F X X X

Richardson Oval Park M onhegan St. 45 M onhegan St. X

Richardson Scale Park Van Houten Ave. 680 Van Houten Ave. X X X X

Robin Hood Park Standish Dr., Knox Pl. 55 Broaddale Ave. X J X X X

Sperling Park Speer Ave., Orona St., Samuel Ave. 295 Speer Ave. X X H C X X

Surgent Park Valley Rd., P ino Ct., Craig Pl. 963 Valley Road X X X X

Urma Park Urma Ave. 168 Urma Ave. J X

Washington Park Paulison Ave., Washington Ave. 1004 Paulison Ave. X H X

Zelenka ParkSouth Parkway, Caro l St., Filmore

St.10 Caro l St. H X X

H = Half Court Basketball, F = Full Court Basketball, J = Junior Full Court Baketball, R = Full Hockey Rink, C = Small Hockey Court

RECREATION CONNECTION


CLIFTON RECREATION WEBSITE

For the past year, the Clifton Recreation

Department has been using our website,

www.cliftonrec.com, for registration. With

this site, we are able to offer online

registration, with credit card payment, and

more convenient ways to contact you in

the case of class cancellations or changes

in the schedule.

In order to make the best use of the system

we are asking you to please go to

www.cliftonrec.com and click on the

Create New Account button to open your

account, if you have not already done so.

Please complete the registration

information by providing us with address,

phone numbers, emergency contacts,

allergy/medical info and more so that we

can serve you better. Do not forget to enter

your cell number with the carrier so we can

text you with any last minute changes. Be

sure to add all the members of your

household into the account. Your new

household account will provide you with

registration history, financial history and

much more. Online registration will be

available for most programs; however,

there will be some programs that you will

still need to come into the office to register.

When you try to register online for one of

these programs, it will prompt you that you

cannot complete the transaction online.

This will also apply if you are using a

credit or recreation dollars to pay.

CLIFTON RECREATION ON THE WEB

The Clifton Recreation Department is

expanding its web presence into social

media through Twitter and Facebook.

Through these two outlets, we will be

better able to keep you informed about

the classes and programs that we

provide as well as any changes to the

schedule or cancellations that may

arise.

Follow us on Twitter:

twitter.com/CliftonRec

Like us on Facebook:

facebook.com/CliftonRec

We are always looking for feedback. If

you have any suggestions on the site or

ways we can improve our web

presence, please email us at

[email protected], send us a

tweet or post on our Facebook timeline.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES


The mission of the Clifton Recreation Department is to provide the community with a wide

variety of youth, adult and family activities that offer our citizens the opportunity to use

personal leisure time in a viable, productive and gratifying manner at various facilities that

provide both active and passive atmospheres while maintaining historical and environmental

awareness. The Department staff place both the concerns of the park system and the

programming of unique and quality programs at the forefront of our priorities. Our greatest

audience is in our special events that are conducted on an ongoing basis. The most popular

ones include: Concert Series, Halloween Parade, HarvestFest, Mystery Hayride, Candy Cane

Hunt, Easter Bunny Bash, Drive-in Movie, Family Campout and Youth Week. In addition to

the special events, partnership opportunities are available for athletic teams, special needs, site

amenities and more. Our events are supported, in part, by our operating budget combined

with the financial and in-kind donations from companies, organizations, service clubs and

individuals who understand the economics required to develop and support these types of

programs. Without this support, we would not be able to provide the quantity and quality of

programming that we offer.

HOW TO BECOME A PARTNER

There are many opportunities to partner with the Clifton Recreation Department. Whatever

option you choose, you will find it to be rewarding and beneficial to you and your

organization by giving back to the community and its citizens. There are three levels of

partnership opportunities:

Mustang – Marquee Partner

Stallion – Primary Partner

Colt – Associate Partner

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND RECOGNITION

Partnerships can be financial or in-kind donations. The partnership opportunities include

ample opportunities for advertising and recognition for your company or organization besides

the great satisfaction of giving back to your community.

All donations are recorded and depending on your level of partnership, recognition will be

mentioned on: flyers, brochures, banners/signs, press releases, announcements, programs,

shirts, etc. Partners are invited to attend events and distribute information about their

organization/company at the events they are partners for, where introductions will be made,

and letters of gratitude will be sent following the event. Specific benefits of your partnership

level can be found on our website, as well as a list of all events and programs that provide

partnership opportunities. You may contact us via phone or e-mail at the following sites. We

look forward to working with you as you help to provide the citizens of Clifton with quality

recreational programming for all to enjoy.

CONTACTS

Phone: (973) 470-5956

Fax: (973) 815-0599

E-Mail: [email protected]


TOTS-O-FUN


Dates: July 6th – August 14th, 2015

Days: Monday through Friday

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sessions: Session 1: July 6th – July 10th / Theme: Under Construction

Session 2: July 13th – July 17th / Theme: Jurassic Island

Session 3: July 20th – July 24th / Theme: Arabian Nights

Session 4: July 27th – July 31st / Theme: Close Encounters

Session 5: August 3rd – August 7th / Theme: Superheroes 101

Session 6: August 10th – August 14th / Theme: Home for the Holidays

Participants: Participants must be 4 as of October 1, 2014 through 5 as of October 1, 2014. Participants will

be divided into age groups, once all registrations have been received, based on birth date and

enrollment. No changes in groups permitted.

Registration: Pre-registration is required. There are 6 sessions. Each session lasts one week and is limited to 80

participants. Each week has a specific theme. Trips, activities and special events will be geared

toward these themes. Summer program registration for 2015 will be conducted online,

including trips and special events. If you do not have access to a computer at home, you can

come into the Recreation Department and use one of our computers. See more information

on page 3 for registration procedures. Non-residents are not eligible to register until one week

prior to the start of the summer program (June 29th) at which time registration will be open, at the

non-resident rate, if space is still available.

Fee: $35.00 resident / $45.00 non-resident per session

(Additional costs for trips, special events, & T-shirts)

Location: Community Recreation Center, 1232 Main Ave.

Trips/Events: Trips and events can be paid online up until 3:30 p.m. on the Friday before each trip. Payment can

be made by credit or debit card or you can pay by cash or check at the Recreation Office. Once you

pay for the trip you are registered. If you do not pre-register for trips, payment for that week’s trips

can be made Monday morning (only) at the program site with exact change and will incur a late fee

($2.00 for trips and $1.00 for special events). Below is a list of trips/ special events for each

session. Prices are available online. T-shirts are required for all trips and may only be

purchased at the Recreation Office for $6.00 each. Calendars will be available to inform parents

of upcoming events and additional information can be found in the Parent Handbook, which will be

mailed to you.

Session 1: Main Memorial Park, Liberty Science Center

Session 2: Main Memorial Park, Field Station Dinosaurs

Session 3: Main Memorial Park, Bowcraft Amusements

Session 4: Main Memorial Park, Donaldson Farm

Session 5: Main Memorial Park, Summer Luau, Turtleback Zoo

Session 6: Main Memorial Park, Summer Picnic

Summer Luau: Thursday, August 6th at School #3 (365 Washington Avenue) from 5:30 – 8:30

p.m. An additional cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants registered from sessions 1 – 6.

Fee includes dinner and entertainment.

SUMMER DAYS IN THE PARK


Dates: July 6th

– August 14th

, 2015


Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sessions: Session 1: July 6th

– July 10th

/ Theme: Count Me In Session 2: July 13

th – July 17

th / Theme: *Frozen* in July

Session 3: July 20th

– July 24th

/ Theme: Close Encounters


– July 31st / Theme: Sports Fan-Tastic

Session 5: August 3rd

– August 7th

/ Theme: Arabian Nights

Session 6: August 10th

– August 14th

/ Theme: Island Paradise

Participants: Participants must be 6 as of October 1, 2014 through 13 as of October 1, 2014. Children completing

9th grade or who are 15 years of age or older, should apply for the Counselor in Training Program.

Summer Days in the Park participants will be divided into four age groups based on enrollment at each

site (Ponies, Colts, Stallions and Mustangs).


participants. Each week has a specific theme. Trips, activities and special events will be geared

toward these themes. Summer program registration for 2015 will be conducted online

including trips and special events. If you do not have access to a computer at home, you can

come into the Recreation Department and use one of our computers. See more information

on page 3 for registration procedures. Non-residents are not eligible to register until one week

prior to the start of the summer program (June 29th) at which time registration will be open, at the

non-resident rate, if space is still available.

Fee: $35.00 resident / $45.00 non-resident per session (additional costs for trips, special events & T-shirts)

Location: School #3 – 365 Washington Ave., School #11 – 147 Merselis Ave. and School #13 – 782 Van

Houten Ave. (Please note that school locations may be combined due to lack of enrollment at a

particular facility before the summer program starts. In the event of a change, participants enrolled in

an affected school will be contacted by the Recreation Department for re-location.)





($2.00 for weekly trip and $1.00 for Camp Hope, bowling and special events)... Below is a list of

trips/ special events for each session. Prices are available online. T-shirts are required for all

trips and may only be purchased at the Recreation Office for $6.00 each. Calendars will be

available to inform parents of upcoming events and additional information can be found in the

Parent Handbook, which will be mailed to you.

Session 1: Camp Hope-School #3, NJ Jackals, Bowling

Session 2: Camp Hope-School #11, Splashplex, Bowling

Session 3: Camp Hope-School #13, Liberty Science Center, Bowling

Session 4: Camp Hope-School #3, The Castle Fun Center, Bowling, Park Olympics

Session 5: Camp Hope-School #11, Funplex, Bowling, Summer Luau

Session 6: Camp Hope-School #13, Camelbeach Waterpark, Bowling, Summer Picnic

Park Olympics: Friday, July 31st at Athenia Steel Recreation Complex (718 Clifton Ave.) from 9:00

a.m. – 3:00 p.m. An additional cost of $6.00 will apply (lunch is included). Open to participants

registered in the 4th session of Summer Days in the Park only! Participants are to be dropped off and

picked up at the park by parents.

Summer Luau: Thursday, August 6th

at School #3 (365 Washington Ave.) from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. An

additional cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants registered from sessions 1 – 6. Fee includes

dinner and entertainment.

Summer Picnic: Friday, August 14th

at Main Memorial Park from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. An additional

cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants from sessions 1 – 6. Fee includes lunch, games, talent

show, rides and much more.

JUNIOR SPORTSTAR


Dates: July 6th

– August 14th

, 2015


Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sessions: Session 1: July 6th

– July 10th


– July 17th


– July 24th


– July 31st


– August 7th


– August 14th

Participants: Participants must be 6 as of October 1, 2014 through 8 as of October 1, 2014.


participants. Summer program registration for 2015 will be conducted online, including trips and

special events. If you do not have access to a computer at home, you can come into the Recreation

Department and use one of our computers. See more information on page 3 for registration procedures.

Non-residents are not eligible to register until one week prior to the start of the summer program (June 29th) at which time registration will be open, at the non-resident rate, if space is still available.

Fee: $35.00 resident / $45.00 non-resident per session (additional cost for trip, special events, T-shirts)

Location: School #2 – 1270 Van Houten Ave.

Special Features: Participants will engage in a variety of sports related activities each day which includes a collection of

fun and fundamental skills, drills and lead up games. Activities will focus on hand/foot coordination, ball

handling skills, agility, running, dodging, pivoting and more. Program will include weekly art/craft

activities. Periodic trips to Athenia Steel Recreation Complex for outdoor activities may occur.

Participants must wear sneakers daily.





($2.00 for NJ Jackals trip and $1.00 for special events). Below is a list of trips/ special events for each

session. Prices are available online. T-shirts are required for all trips and may only be

purchased at the Recreation Office for $6.00 each. Calendars will be available to inform parents

of upcoming events and additional information can be found in the Parent Handbook, which will be

mailed to you.

NJ Jackals Trip: Wednesday, July 8th

at Yogi Berra Stadium. Open to participants registered in the 1st

session of Junior SportStar only! Trip fee is $15.00 per participant. A summer program T-shirt is

required to attend.

Summer Luau: Thursday, August 6th

at School # 3 (365 Washington Avenue) from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

An additional cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants registered from sessions 1 – 6. Fee

includes dinner and entertainment.

Allsport / Junior Sportstar Olympics: Friday, August 7th

at Athenia Steel Recreation Complex (718

Clifton Ave.) from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. An additional cost of $6.00 will apply (lunch is included).

Open to participants registered in the 5th session of Junior SportStar only! Participants are to be dropped

off and picked up at the park by parents.

Summer Picnic: Friday, August 14th

at Main Memorial Park from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. An additional

cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants from sessions 1 – 6. Fee includes lunch, games, talent

show, rides and much more.

ALLSPORT


Dates: July 6th – August 14th, 2015


Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sessions: Session 1: July 6th – July 10th

Session 2: July 13th – July 17th

Session 3: July 20th – July 24th

Session 4: July 27th – July 31st

Session 5: August 3th – August 7th

Session 6: August 10th – August 14th

Participants: Participants must be 9 as of October 1, 2014 through 13 as of October 1, 2014. Children completing 9th

grade or who are 15 years of age or older, should apply for the Counselor in Training Program.


participants. Summer program registration for 2015 will be conducted online, including trips and special

events. If you do not have access to a computer at home, you can come into the Recreation Department

and use one of our computers. See more information on page 3 for registration procedures. Non-residents

are not eligible to register until one week prior to the start of the summer program (June 29 th) at which time

registration will be open, at the non-resident rate, if space is still available.

Fee: $35.00 resident / $45.00 non-resident per session (additional cost for trip, special events, T-shirts)

Location: School #1 – 158 Park Slope

Special Features: Participants will be divided into groups and will engage in all activities offered per week: SOCCER,

BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, ULTIMATE FRISBEE, BASEBALL/SOFTBALL, REC SPORTS.

Each group will participate in each activity twice per session on a rotating schedule. Each day a participant will

go to 2 activities – one in the AM & one in the PM to learn the sport through drills, skills instruction, lead-up games & activities. In addition, all participants will have a rec sports session each day and a crafts session once

a week. Sneakers are required for all activities. Please bring a baseball mitt if you have one, otherwise it will

be provided.

Trips/Events: Trips and events can be paid online up until 3:30 p.m. on the Friday before each trip. Payment can be made by

credit or debit card or you can pay by cash or check at the Recreation Office. Once you pay for the trip you are

registered. If you do not pre-register for trips, payment for that week’s trips can be made Monday morning (only) at the program site with exact change and will incur a late fee ($2.00 for NJ Jackals trip and $1.00 for

special events). Below is a list of trips/ special events for each session. Prices are available online. T-shirts are

required for all trips and may only be purchased at the Recreation Office for $6.00 each. Calendars will be available to inform parents of upcoming events and additional information can be found in the Parent

Handbook, which will be mailed to you. Below is a list of trips / special events for this program. T-shirts are

required for all trips and may only be purchased at the Recreation Office for $6.00 each. Additional information can be found in the Parent Handbook, which will be mailed to you.

NJ Jackals Trip: Wednesday, July 8th at Yogi Berra Stadium. Open to participants registered in the 1st

session of Allsport only! Trip fee is $15.00 per participant. A summer program T-shirt is required to attend.

Summer Luau: Thursday, August 6th at School # 3 (365 Washington Ave.) from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. An

additional cost of $8.00 will apply. Open to all participants registered from sessions 1 – 6. Fee includes dinner and entertainment.

Allsport / Junior Sportstar Olympics: Friday, August 7th at Athenia Steel Recreation Complex (718 Clifton Ave.) from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. An additional cost of $6.00 will apply (lunch is included). Open to

participants registered in the 5th session of Allsport only! Participants are to be dropped off and picked up at the

park by parents.

Summer Picnic: Friday, August 14th at Main Memorial Park from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. An additional cost of

$8.00 will apply. Open to all participants from sessions 1 – 6. Fee includes lunch, games, talent show, rides and much more.

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (C.I.T.) PROGRAM


The Counselor-In-Training program is a development program for youth who have completed 9th

grade

and up, or age 15 or older. The program is designed for young teens to learn the responsibilities of

becoming a summer program counselor.

CIT’s will be responsible for assisting in daily activities with the summer programs. Participants will be

required to attend all orientation sessions and staff meetings as well as be available for 5 of the 6 weeks

that the summer program is being conducted, which is July 6th

– August 14

th.

CIT’s will be placed at the different programs conducted by the Clifton Recreation Department

including: Tots-O-Fun, Junior Sportstar, Allsport and the 3 locations of Summer Days in the Park.

CIT’s do not get to select the program or location they will be working at for the summer and will

be notified of their placement at staff training. CIT’s must be able to get to their assigned program

site; no switching sites will be permitted.

All participants registered in the CIT program will be asked to come in for an interview to acquaint them

with the procedures of applying for a real job and to see if this program is the best fit for them. CIT

enrollment for the program is limited to 15 participants only. All CIT’s selected will be required to attend

staff training June 30th

– July 2nd

at the Community Recreation Center, 1232 Main Ave. Exact times will

be given during CIT interviews.

Each trainee will receive a mid-summer and final evaluation of their performance by the Site Director /

Sports Instructors and Youth Development Coordinator. A personal consultation will accompany each

evaluation to help the CIT’s learn more about their performances and provide an opportunity for them to

discuss any concerns or questions they may have encountered. A file will be kept on each CIT and

maintained at the Recreation Department.

The cost of the program is $50.00 (Residents Only), which includes two T-shirts. CIT’s are eligible to

attend weekly trips on Wednesdays with the Summer Days in the Park program (even if they are

assigned to a different program) for their enjoyment (not as a work day). CIT’s must pre-pay for each

trip that they wish to attend. If a CIT decides to not attend a Wednesday trip, then they do not

work that day. All other trip days (i.e. Camp Hope, Bowling, Summer Luau, Park Olympics, Summer

Picnic or Tots-O-Fun trips) are considered work days for the CIT’s in which they do not pay additional

fees. Trips can be paid online up until 3:30 p.m. on the Friday before each trip. Payment can be made by

credit or debit card online, or you can pay by cash or check at the Recreation Office. Once you pay for the

trip, you are registered.

CIT / Summer program registration for 2015 will be conducted online. If you do not have access to a

computer at home, you can come into the Recreation Department and use one of our computers. See

more information on page 3 for registration procedures.

SAFETY TOWN


REGISTRATION INFORMATION

The fee is $20.00 per person to cover the cost of

supplies for each child. Registration can be done

online at www.cliftonrec.com by setting up an

account first and then registering for the program

after your account is approved. You may choose

to pay online, print out the registration form and

mail it in with a check, or drop it off with cash to

the Clifton Recreation Department. If paying by

check, make it payable to “Clifton Safety Town”.

If you do not have a computer or need assistance

in registering, please visit the Clifton Recreation

Department (900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ

07013).

The Clifton Safety Town Program is modeled after a national program

designed to educate and to train children in the importance of safety

through involvement in “real life” situations. A miniature town with

streets, buildings and traffic signs is used. “Big Wheels” will also be

provided as part of the program to give additional instruction in traffic

safety. Children are instructed in lessons of fire, electrical, pool and road

safety, as well as nutrition, first aid, drug prevention, and dental hygiene.

Date: July 27– August 7, 2015

Time: 8:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: School #2, 1270 Van Houten Ave.

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Parent volunteers are needed to

insure the success of Safety Town

in addition to teenager volunteers.

Please indicate on the application

form your interest or call

973-470-5757.

ELIGIBILITY: As enrollment is limited, only students entering kindergarten in

September 2015 will be admitted. Your child must be enrolled in a Clifton School

or be a Clifton resident in order to attend.

SPECIALTY CAMPS


The Clifton Recreation Department has selected

a collection of specialty camps for the summer of

2015 to help youth remain active before

returning to school. The Specialty Camps are

designed to provide advanced training in a wide

variety of recreational and athletic areas. These

camps are run in cooperation with organizations,

companies and teams that are specialists in their

field. The camps are open to both resident and

non-residents at the same rate. Registration for

these programs is currently being accepted and

conducted online. Complete your registration

from home and pay by credit or debit card, or

print out the registration form and make payment

at City Hall using cash, check (made payable to

Clifton Recreation) or money order. You will not

be registered until payment is received. If you

do not have access to a computer at home, you

can come into the Recreation Department and

use one of our computers. If you are creating an

account on our website for the first time, please

complete the information for the parent first and

then add any children. After the account is

created, it must be approved by the Recreation

Department before you can register. See more

information on page 3 for registration

procedures.

CLIFTON BASEBALL CAMP

Dates: July 6th

– July 10th

Pitchers/Catchers Camp

July 13th

– July 17th

Regular Camp

Time: Boys Ages 7 – 17

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Fee: $150.00 resident & non-resident


$150.00 resident & non-resident

Regular Camp

Location: W.W.M.S (Monday-Thursday)

1400 Van Houten Avenue

Nash Park (Friday)

700 Lexington Avenue

Camp Director: Joe Rivera

CHS Varsity Baseball Coach

Participant Requirements:

1. Catchers should bring their own catching

equipment.

2. All campers should bring their mitt, water

bottle and cap.

Both programs are based upon the foundation of

teaching correct, basic mechanics of baseball skills,

implementing training drills to help each player attain

his maximum potential and fostering enjoyment and

appreciation of the game by making it fun. All

registered participants will receive a camp T-shirt.

Instruction by: Joe Rivera and Staff.

Sibling Discount: Receive a $10.00

discount on 2nd

child.

Bring a Friend: If you participated in the

camp last year-bring a friend to this year’s

camp, that did not participate last year, and

receive 5 Clifton Recreation Dollars to

spend on Recreation Department programs.


Covers techniques and drills specific to pitchers and

catchers.

Regular Camp

Covers hitting, throwing, fielding and other general

offensive & defensive skills.

FUN ON THE FARM CAMP

Dates: July 6

th – August 14

th

Time: Entering Grades K – 3

rd

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


Location: Schultheis Farm

171 Grove St.

Come spend your summer on the City Green Farm!

Together we will enjoy the farm animals, visit the

gardens, and make connections to food and the natural

world around us. Activities will include: gardening,

feeding chickens and collecting eggs, feeding the

goats and pigs, music and stories, community-building

games, farm to fork food preparation, arts and crafts

and nature connection activities. Instruction by: City

Green.

SPECIALTY CAMPS


CLIFTON BASKETBALL CAMP

Dates: July 20th

-24th

Time: Entering Grades 2 – 11

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Price: $150.00 resident & non-resident

Location: Clifton High School

333 Colfax Ave.

Camp Director: Mike Rivera

CHS Varsity Basketball Coach

This camp will focus on developing skills such

as ball handling, shooting, one on one moves

and defense. The camp will expose

participants to training drills that will help

each player attain his maximum potential

while fostering enjoyment and appreciation of

the game by making it fun. These are the same

drills used by professional teams today! The

camp will be broken down with skill training

in the morning and competitive games and

contests (knockout, foul shooting, one on one,

etc.) for prizes in the afternoon.

All participants will receive a camp T-shirt and

campers will have a chance to enter into a 3

point contest with the winner receiving a PS4

or XBOX1!!! There will also be an all-star

camper vs. staff game! Each camper will get

an evaluation form at the end of the week and

awards for different categories will be handed

out for MVP, most improved, best handle, best

shot etc.

Instruction by: Mike Rivera & his coaching

staff. Mike Rivera at only 5’8” played at the

college and pro level by utilizing the tools he

learned at the camps he went to and will teach

you exactly what got him there!

CLIFTON SOFTBALL CAMP

Dates: August 3rd

– August 7th

Time: Girls Ages 7 – 17

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


Location: Sperling Park

295 Speer Ave.

Camp Director: Ish Falcon

CHS Varsity Softball Coach

Participant Requirements/Information:

Catchers should bring their own catching

equipment. All campers should bring their mitt

& water bottle.

Sibling Discount: Receive a $10.00 discount

on 2nd

child.

This camp is designed for athletes to learn, develop and

enhance their skills in all phases of softball. We

provide the opportunity to become better softball

players and the camp will be manned by college

coaches, former college players and current Clifton

High school players.

Drills & Skills Covered in Camp:

* Batting: Will work on batting stance, softball swing,

bunting, slapping, etc.

* Fielding: (Infielders) proper footwork, triangle, tags

and throwing, etc. (Outfielders) footwork, catching

from throwing shoulder, sun field, etc.

* Pitching: Proper pitching motion, types of pitches,

grips, drills to increase velocity/control

* Catching: Proper receiving, framing, blocking,

throwing, etc.

* Base-Running: Proper running of bases, leads,

tagging, stealing, etc.

* Q & A Sessions: At the end of each camp day, Coach

Falcon will be available to answer any softball concern

that a parent/coach may have. It could be a simple as

"What kind of bat does my daughter need?" or "Can you

help me organize a 90 minute practice?

Coach Falcon's Softball Resume:

- Former Head Coach at Ramapo College on NJ

- Former Pitching Coach at William Paterson University

- Director of Revolution Softball Camps

- Senior Softball Instructor at Lefty's Sports Academy

- Private Softball Instructor for the last 25 years

- Head Coach for the Clifton Cobras (18U) Showcase

team

SPECIALTY CAMPS


“FUN AND FIT” CAMP

Dates: August 17th

– 21st

Time: Girls entering K – 8th

grade

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Fee: $65.00 resident & non-resident FEE INCLUDES GIRL SCOUT MEMBERSHIP

Location: CHS Annex

290 Brighton Rd.

Join the Girl Scouts as we learn how to take care

of ourselves and each other. Girls will learn that

exercising is FUN! We will develop our own

workout routine, try different health foods and

even create our own. Participants will have the

chance to explore different sports and learn

dances to show all of their friends. Program fee

includes Girl Scout membership fee, program

supplies, and snacks. Instruction by: Girl Scouts

of Northern NJ Paterson Resource Center.

BEGINNER’S GOLF CAMP

Dates: August 10th

– August 14th

Time: Age(s) 5 – 8

5:15 – 6:45 p.m.



295 Speer Ave.

Children will learn all the basic golf techniques

such as the swing, grip and ball striking using

unique and fun training methods. Children will

experience greater success using the larger balls

and club heads. This allows them to strike the

ball more easily, consistently and increase their

confidence and enjoyment of the game of golf.

Participants will learn about the rules of the

game, putting, chipping, shot control, distance

control and much more. Participants receive a

free t-shirt and certificate. Instruction by: US

Sports Institute.

SPORTS SQUIRTS CAMP

Dates: August 10th

– 14th


5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Or

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.



295 Speer Ave.

The US Sports Institute squirt program has

been designed to introduce children to a

variety of sports in a safe, structured

environment & will encompass hand/eye

coordination, balance, agility & movement.

Sports & activities will be developed through a

series of games & may include soccer, t-ball,

basketball, lacrosse & hockey. Participants

receive a T-shirt and certificate. Instruction

by: US Sports Institute.

FASHION DESIGN CAMP

Dates: August 17th

– 21st

Time: Entering Grades 2 – 6

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Location: Community Recreation Center

1232 Main Ave.

Calling all fabulous fashionistas – looking for that perfect

summer outfit! Designing summer staples such as sunny

shorts, breezy skirts and terrific tops will seem easy as you

add one-of-a-kind works to your warm-weather wardrobe!

We'll teach you the ins and outs of fashion design from top

to bottom, head to toe - the possibilities are endless as we

show you how to tap your creative genius. You'll create

an entire ensemble, including shirt/blouse and skirt/shorts

to show off for the rest of your vacation. And because no

look is complete without a bit of flair, we'll make some fun

accessories such as belts, scarves and hair pieces. Our

instructors guide you through every step of the process,

from construction to final fitting. And since every young

designer deserves their day on the runway, we'll celebrate

the end of the season with a fashion show for friends and

family! So when the kids back at school ask you where you

got that fabulous outfit you can smile and say “Oh this

thing? It's just a little something I made myself.”

Instruction by: Hobby Quest.

SPECIALTY CAMPS


TENNIS CAMP

Dates: August 17th

– 21st

Time: Ages 7 – 17

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


Location: Robin Hood Park

55 Broadale Ave.

Did you know that tennis lessons can help you stay

healthy, get in shape, and develop self-confidence? This

camp program is designed for the beginner through

intermediate tennis player. Coaches will work to teach

children the game of tennis while developing their

sportsmanship, social skills, and coordination!

Participants will engage in drills, games and play in an

optional tournament at the end of the week. Loaner

racquets will be available for the duration of the camp

program. Snacks & drinks will be provided each day for

the campers. Prizes will be awarded. Make-ups for any

rainouts during the week will be scheduled the following

week. For more information call Tennis Dynamics at

(973) 916-1882. Instruction by: Tennis Dynamics.

SOCCER CAMP

Dates: August 17th

– 21st

Time: Age(s) 4 – 5 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Age(s) 4 – 5 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Age(s) 6 – 14 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Fee: Age(s) 4 – 5


Age(s) 6 – 14


Location: Athenia Steel Recreation Complex

718 Clifton Avenue

NY Red Bulls Soccer Camp is the official camp of

the NY Red Bulls. All players receive an NY Red

Bulls Soccer Camp T-shirt, ball, skills challenge

scorecard and a free companion ticket to a Red

Bulls home game. Sibling Discount: Register

online and save 10 % for each additional child in

family after first child is registered. Register online

at www.redbullsacademy.com. A late registration

fee of $35.00 per camp will apply after 8/3/15.

Instruction by: NY Redbulls.

ALL TERRAIN TRACKER CAMP

Dates: August 17

th – 21

st


9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.



1232 Main Ave.

Build and take home you very own All Terrain

Tracker! This Tracked Vehicle Chassis traverses

over all kinds of objects and rough terrain. Learn

all about how the tracker works by its motor,

wheels, gearbox, battery case and switch. It can

trek through a variety of landscapes and surpass

many obstacles in its path! Watch how fast it

moves and see it maneuver through our very own

Minds in Motion course. You will also build and

take home your very own rough terrain to go along

with your vehicle! Put your mind in motion as you

design your own difficult path for your tracker to

trudge through. With the help of your instructor,

you will learn how to create an unstoppable tracker

and rugged terrain like you have never imagined!

Instruction by: Minds In Motion.

http://www.redbullsacademy.com/

SPECIALTY CAMPS


NASA SPACE CAMP

Dates: August 24th

– 28th

Time: Age(s) 5-12

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.



1232 Main Ave.

We start in the Earth’s atmosphere and end up in

the stars with super space science! This voyage of

discovery will explore planets, moons, comets, and

other phenomena in our solar system. Come

investigate our sun, and other stars and the galaxies

they form. Build a Mad Science rocket and then

design, build and launch your own version! Learn

about the challenges of living in space and undergo

astronaut training. Work with lenses and build a

telescope. Discover technologies developed for use

in outer space while navigating a laser maze.

Campers will have lots of projects to make and take

home including rockets, space copter,

meteorological station, star chart, and more! Instruction by: Mad Science.

PAWS, CLAWS & HOOVES

ART CAMP

Dates: August 24th

– 28th

Time: Entering K – 3rd

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.



1232 Main Ave.

Calling all animal lovers! Bring your imagination

and we will provide a ROAAAAARing camp

experience! Make your favorite animals come to life

using paints, collage, sculpture and more, while

learning about animal habits and habitats. There will

be cool artwork, games, stories, activities, animal

talk and more! If you LOVE animals, ART and

nature, and want to make awesome art projects

while making new friends too, then this is the camp

for you. Please provide a nut-free snack and

beverage for your child. Instruction by:

Abrakadoodle.

LEARN TO SEW CAMP

Dates: August 24

th – 28

th

Time: Ages 8 – 12

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.



1232 Main Ave.

In this camp, participants will learn to sew on

a real sewing machine and use commercial

sewing patterns. Participants will make a

summer dress and tote bag and if there is

additional time, they will sew a pair of pull on

pajama shorts. All materials are included.

Instruction by: So You…

SUMMER SUN SAFETY TIPS

SLIP, SLOP, SLAP

Make sure your kids slip on a shirt, slop on some sunscreen and slap on a hat this summer. You can stop skin cancer.

Sun Smart Myths

* I can’t get sunburned on a cloudy day. False: You can still get sunburned on a cloudy day. At least 80% of UV radiation can get through light cloud cover, so unprotected

skin can still be damaged.

*Temperature gives me a good idea of the UV radiation risk.

False: The heat from the sun is caused by infrared radiation,

not ultraviolet radiation, so UV radiation can still be very high even on a cool day, when infrared radiation is low.

*Sunscreen blocks out all UV radiation.

False: No sunscreen can fully block out the UV radiation – that’s

why you need to limit your time in the sun no matter what

sunscreen you’re wearing.

*Getting badly sunburned before the age of 20 increases my

risk of getting melanoma skin cancer later on. True: If you have a history of one or more sunburns before you

turn 20, you have a much higher chance of getting melanoma skin cancer.

*Wearing a shirt in the water is as protective as a rash shirt. False: A wet T-shirt may offer only half the protection it does

when it is dry. If you are going to be in the water, a rash shirt and sunscreen is your best form of protection.

ACTIVITIES


FALL TENNIS LESSONS

Presented by the Clifton Recreation Department & Tennis

Dynamics. Starting Tuesday, September 30th

, Saturday,

September 26th

& Sunday, September 27th

. This is a 6

week program with a 1 hour lesson per week. Program

features games, contests and prizes. Loaner racquets available

(Juniors – 1st lesson only/Adults all lessons). For more

information or to check lesson cancellation due to inclement

weather call Bill Bess at (973) 916-1882 or check the website

www.tennisdynamicsofnj.com. Registration Fees: Beginner

/Advanced Beginner=$55 – Intermediate 1=$65 –

Intermediate 2=$85. Non-residents please add $10.00. All

classes are beginner/advanced beginner if not specified

otherwise. Register online at cliftonrec.com or in-person at

the Clifton Recreation Department, 900 Clifton Ave. Clifton,

NJ 07013.

OAK RIDGE PARK RAVINE PARK RAVINE PARK

SATURDAYS -9/26 SUNDAYS – 9/27 TUESDAYS – 9/30

10 am: K-2nd Grade 10 am: Adult/H.S. Inter. 1 4 pm: K-2nd Grade

11 am: 3rd-5th Grade 11 am: Adult/H.S. Inter. 2 5 pm: 3rd-6th Grade

12 pm: 6th – 8th Grade 12 pm: 6th – 8th Grade 1pm: Adult/High School 1 pm: 3rd – 8th Grade Inter. 1

SUMMER LIL’ NINJA / KARATE

LESSONS

Dates: July 6

th – August 10

th

Times: Mondays

Lil’ Ninjas Age(s) 4 – 5

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Karate Age(s) 6 – 8

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Karate Age(s) 9 – 12

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Fee: $45.00 Res. & $55.00 Non-Res.

Location: The Academy of Martial Arts

35 Harding Ave.

Lil’ Ninjas

Designed for tots who want to begin developing martial arts

skills. Participants will learn how to build their strength and

confidence while making friends and having fun.

Karate & Ninja Martial Arts

Learn the basics of Karate and Tae Kwon Do in this 6 week

program.

SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS

Presented by the Clifton Recreation Department & Tennis

Dynamics. Mondays & Wednesdays beginning June

29th or July 27th (3-week program, twice per week) &

Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning June 30th or July

28th (3-week program, twice per week) or Sundays

beginning July 12th (6-week program, once per week).

Lessons last 1 hour per class. Program features games,

contests and prizes. Loaner racquets available (Juniors &

Adults all lessons). For more information or to check

lesson cancellation due to inclement weather call Bill Bess

at (973) 916-1882 or check the website

www.tennisdynamicsofnj.com. Registration Fees:

Beginner /Advanced Beginner=$55 – Intermediate 1=$65

– Intermediate 2=$85. Non-residents please add $10.00.

All classes are beginner/advanced beginner if not

specified otherwise. Register online at

www.cliftonrec.com or in person at the Clifton Recreation

Department, 900 Clifton Ave. Clifton, NJ 07013.

RAVINE PARK – 7/12 OAK RIDGE PARK – 6/29 or 7/27

SUNDAYS MONDAY & WEDNESDAYS

10 am: Adult/H.S Inter. 2 3 pm: 6th – 8th Grade Inter. 1

11 am: Adult/H.S. Inter. 1 4 pm: 3rd – 5th Grade

12 pm: Adult/H.S. 5 pm: K – 2nd Grade 6 pm: 6th – 8th Grade 7 pm: Adult/H.S.

ROBINHOOD PARK – 6/30 or 7/28

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

3 pm: 3rd – 5th Grade

4 pm: K - 2nd Grade

5 pm: 4th – 8th Grade Inter. 1

6 pm: Adult/H.S. Inter. 1

7 pm: Adult/H.S. Inter. 2

CLIFTON NFL FLAG FOOTBALL

PROGRAM Sponsored by the Clifton Recreation Department &

Clifton Jr. Football.

For Boys and Girls Ages 6-10

(Born between 9/1/2009 and 8/31/2004)

The fee is $50.00 per child

(Clifton Residents Only)

Volunteer Coaches are needed

(Please answer the volunteer coach question with your name

when registering your child online)

Register online at cliftonrec.com and pay by credit or debit

card or bring in your check or cash to the Recreation Office

and register online there.

(Make checks payable to Clifton Recreation Department)

TEEN/TWEEN TRAVEL CAMP & LEADERSHIP PROGRAM The Meadowlands Area YMCA offers a fantastic teen/tween travel camp & leadership program during the summer months.

Embark on a quest for something more this summer. Step up from a traditional camp to exhilarating opportunities geared

especially toward the unique interests and needs of the teen/tween camper. Visit http://www.meadowlandsymca.org/main/teen-

tween-travel-camp for more information about this program and to register.

http://www.meadowlandsymca.org/main/teen-tween-travel-camp

http://www.meadowlandsymca.org/main/teen-tween-travel-camp

SPECIAL EVENTS


GRASS VOLLEYBALL

TOURNAMENT SERIES Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2015

Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2015

Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, 2015

Saturday & Sunday September 12, 2015

Join the Clifton Recreation Department for our 2015 Grass

Volleyball Tournament Series. Taking the traditional

format of a grass tournament and adding some fun

features, this event is designed to provide an enjoyable

experience for both veteran grass players as well as those

who are new to the outdoor game. The number and

variety of divisions will be based on registration.

Divisions offered in Men’s & Women’s Doubles, Reverse

Co-Ed Doubles & Co-Ed Quads. The cost is $25.00 per

pre-registered/pre-paid team member or $30.00 day of the

tournament. High School students receive a $10.00

discount. Prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place

winners in each division. Call (973) 470-5956 for

additional information. Weather hotline, for day of

tournament, is (973) 470-5680.

MEADOWLANDS FAIR

TICKETS Making plans to visit this year's Meadowlands Fair?

Purchase your tickets in advance at the Clifton Recreation

Department, 900 Clifton Ave. 2nd Floor from May 11th -

June 12th. Tickets cost $7.97 per adult, $5.97 per child

and $28.97 per mega pass. Tickets are valid for one day

of your choice except opening night. This year's fair will

run June 19th - July 5th. Online payment is not available

for these tickets and may only be purchased by cash or

check.

COMIC BOOK SHOWS Sunday: June 14, 2015

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Comic book trade shows are conducted on Sundays once a

month at the Community Recreation Center. If

interested in becoming a vendor, contact John Paul at

(973) 783-0608.

EVER AFTER MUSICAL AT

THE PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE Thursday, June 04, 2015

6:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Join the Clifton Recreation Department on

Thursday, June 4, 2015 for the enchanting love

story "Ever After" in its world premiere. Adapted

from the film starring Drew Barrymore. Ever After

sets the Cinderella story straight with the "true" tale

of Danielle de Barbarac, budding philosopher, friend

of da Vinci, a renaissance woman for all time.

Fantastically funny, hopelessly romantic, it's the

must-see musical you've been waiting for! Directed

and choreographed by three-time Tony winner

Kathleen Marshall. The performance will be

conducted at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn,

NJ. The bus will leave from City Hall at 6:00 p.m.

(showtime is at 7:00 p.m.) and return to City Hall at

approximately 10:30 p.m. The price per ticket is

$42.00, which includes transportation, supervision

and the performance. Tickets are limited. Register

online or at the Recreation Office. Online

registration ends on 6/2/15.

THEME AND WATERPARK

DISCOUNT TICKETS The Clifton Recreation Department is selling

discount tickets for the following parks this spring:

Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari ($42.00),

Hurricane Harbor ($32.00), Dorney Park &

Wildwater Kingdom ($45.00), Action Park ($32.00),

Hersheypark ($51.00), Philadelphia Zoo ($19.00),

Diggerland USA ($26.00) and Crayola Crayon

Experience ($19.00). Tickets are not available online

and must be purchased at the Recreation Office

(cash or check only). Tickets are limited and will

only be available for a short time, so get yours early.

Tickets may be purchased beginning May 4th.

SPECIAL EVENTS


CITY PICNIC & FIREWORKS

DISPLAY Saturday, July 4, 2015

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Enjoy the City of Clifton's fun filled picnic with

family and friends at Main Memorial Park on

Saturday, July 4th (raindate July 5th). Great food,

crafts, health screenings, clowns, free activities and

rides for the children. Family races and events will

take place between 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. For information

about becoming a vendor, please contact the Mayor's

Office at (973) 470-5757.

The City of Clifton fireworks display will be held at

the Clifton High School Stadium beginning at dusk

following the picnic on Saturday, July 4th

. The

Clifton Community Band will perform during the

pre-firework concert at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $3.00

per person and will be available at the City Clerk's

office. For more information, call the Mayor's

Office at (973) 470-5757.

CLIFTON COMMUNITY BAND

"MUSIC AT THE CASTLE: A

WELCOME TO SUMMER"

CONCERT Sunday, June 14, 2015

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Founded in 2002 and directed by Robert D. Morgan,

the Clifton Community Band is a traditional concert

band (brass, woodwinds, and percussion). The band

appears in the area and around the state performing a

variety of music including classical, pop, big bands

and marches. Join them during the Lambert Castle

Concert Series on Sunday, June 14th beginning

4:00 p.m. for a concert entitled Music at the Castle:

A Welcome to Summer. Tickets cost $15 per person.

Contact Passaic County Historical Society at (973)

247-0085 for information and tickets.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Sunday evenings, July 12th – August 30th Beginning at

7:30 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of music from a Night at the 500 Club,

Favorite Crowd Pleasers, Jimmy Buffet Tribute and Island

Tunes, Party Band, 50's & 60's Idols, Swing, Rock,

Rhythm and Blues and more! The free summer concert

series sponsored by the Clifton Board of Recreation will

be held at Main Memorial Park (Park Slope & Main

Avenue). A shuttle is available to bring participants from

the parking lot at School # 1 to the concert. "This program

is made possible in part by a grant administered by the

Passaic County Cultural & Heritage Council from funds

granted by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts."

General Notes

Call (973) 470-5680 after 4:00 p.m.

The last concert of the series will be a children’s

theme concert.

CLIFTON NIGHT AT THE NJ

JACKALS Thursday, July 23, 2015

First Pitch at 7:05 PM Join fellow residents as we cheer for the NJ Jackals at

Yogi Berra Stadium on the MSU Campus as they burn

rubber around the bases to a victory. This year's theme

is: 50's Nite-Jack's Sock Hop! Co-sponsored by the

Clifton Recreation Department, the NJ Jackals and the

Clifton Optimist Club. Slick back your hair, break out

your poodle skirts, saddle shoes, cuff your jeans and blast

back to the 50's. All participants in 50's gear will receive a

goody bag at the game. Be hip... prizes will be given to

the participants with the best outfits. Join us for crafts,

games and a hula hoop contest. The cost is $6.00 per

person. Pre-registration is required and can be done

online or at the Recreation Office. You may register and

pay on the day of the event if space is still available.

Participants must pick up tickets at the registration table

on the night of the event upon arrival. Online

registration ends on 7/21/15. Receive 1 free raffle ticket

for NJ Jackals souvenirs (courtesy of the Clifton Optimist

Club). Residents will be seated together and the raffles

will be drawn in the 5th inning. Participants interested in

becoming a Baseball Buddy can register online. Only 9

spots are available.

SPECIAL EVENTS


DRIVE-IN MOVIE AT

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Dusk

The sponsor of this event C.A.S.A. (Clifton Against

Substance Abuse) wants to encourage all families to

join them at Main Memorial Park for a viewing of the

blockbuster hit "Big Hero 6" (rated PG) during the

National Night Out festivities. Big Hero 6 is an action-

packed comedy adventure that introduces Baymax,

a lovable, personal companion robot, who forms a

special bond with robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada.

When a devastating turn of events catapults them into

the midst of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of

San Fransokyo, Hiro turns to Baymax and his diverse

group of friends who transform into a band of unlikely

heroes. Bring your beach blankets or lawn chairs and

enjoy the show on a large movie screen, under the

twilight. The movie begins as soon as it is dark enough

to view. Soda, popcorn and other snacks will be

available for purchase.

CLIFTON COMMUNITY BAND

OUTDOOR CONCERT Saturday, July 11, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Clifton Community Band will be performing an

outdoor concert around the Clifton Art Center grounds

this summer. Bring your family and friends out for an

evening of great music and entertainment.

COIN SHOWS Sunday: June 21, 2015

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Coin Shows are conducted on Sundays once a month at

the Community Recreation Center. If interested in

becoming a vendor, contact Mark Schiffer at (973) 694-

8991.

FAMILY CAMPOUT Friday, August 21 at 4:00 PM through Saturday,

August 22, 2015 at 1:00 PM

Raindate: August 28 & 29, 2015

Bring your tent and sleeping bags for our award-

winning Family Camp-Out at Albion Park. Enjoy a

fun night of events and camping. Sit around the

campfire, enjoy dinner, roast marshmallows, sing

songs and tell tales. The following morning, enjoy

breakfast and educational camp stations, crafts,

cooking, a fishing & hiking trip, family games and

more. The cost is $10.00 residents / $20.00 non-

residents for a family of 4 or $3.00 residents / $6.00

non-residents per person. Pre-registration is required

and can be done online or at the Recreation Office.

You may register and pay on the day of the event if

space is still available. Participants must pick up

wristbands at the registration table on the night of

the event upon arrival. Online registration ends on

8/19/15. Please note: If you want a campsite next to

another family, all parties must check-in at the same

time at the event. This year’s camping theme is

"Stop Bugging Me".

General Notes

Groups larger than 6 must have a second

campsite unless approved by the Recreation

Department.

If you would like to have a campsite next to

a particular family, all parties must check-

in at the same time at the event.

FLEA MARKET FUNDRAISERS Main Memorial Park -

Saturdays: August 1, and November 21, 2015

Jubilee Park -

Sundays: April 12, and August 23, 2015

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

JC Marketplaces will be sponsoring these upcoming

flea markets to benefit the Clifton Recreation

Department and its programs. Spend the day

shopping and support your favorite organization.

Citywide Garage Sale

Saturday, July 11, 2015

9am Participation fee: $25 *

Join in Clifton’s 3rd annual Citywide Garage Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, July 11, 2015.

The Clifton Arts Center will obtain the permit for all participants, create and distribute a master listing of all participating homes and advertise the Citywide Sale in

newspapers and online.

(*Fee includes $10 City Permit and $15 tax deductible donation to Clifton Arts Center Inc.)

For more information or to obtain the application call the Arts

Center or visit www.cliftonnj.org (click on Arts Center tab).

Applications will be accepted beginning 5/1/15

Applications due by noon on 7/6/15

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