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 It's the icing on the cake of life - the hobbies, activities, events and opportunities that fill our leisure hours. It's what we do on weekdays after work or school, on weekends or during vacations. Recreation is the way in which we fill our leisure hours. At ARC of Rockland, recreation runs the gamut from the athletic to the artistic. Year 'round courses, classes and trips provide opportunities for creativity, socialization, exercise and good old-fashioned fun. Some events or activities are free, some require a fee.
To request information, brochures or a fee schedule, please call (845)267-2500. Ask for Recreation.
Adult Recreation
Spring, fall and winter sessions give adults ages 18 and over, the chance to choose from a wide variety of activities - both indoors and out. Tai Chi/Yoga classes, line dancing, billiards, an all-action movie club and a digital photography course are some examples of ARC Recreation offerings.
Tuxedos and corsages are the order of the evening for the annual, fabulous Stardust Ball replete with music, dancing and a four course dinner. Dances, attendance at professional sporting events and visits to museums are a sampling of ARC recreation. Some activities are based at ARC headquarters in Congers, others are available at ARC's Franklin Square campus in Pearl River and still other leisure activities take place in the community-at-large.
Teen Friday Night Specials
Miniature golf, a night at the movies, a taste of ethnic cuisine at several of the county's fine restaurants, a visit to the Hudson River Museum Planetarium - these are examples of Friday night activities designed with teens in mind.
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Ahh summer -
a picnic lunch under shady evergreens beside a crystal clear lake. Hiking in the woods. Archery. Boating. Swimming. Ecology and nature courses. Music, arts and crafts. Team sports and games. A Yankees or Mets Game, Rye Playland. An honest to goodness camp experience for young people with developmental disabilities. Club ARC is situated on the wooded, lakeside grounds of Camp Bullowa in Historic Stony Point, NY. Club ARC Tweens, ages 9-12. Club ARC teens, ages 13-21. Call (845) 267-2500. Ask for ARC's Recreation Division. Visit Website >
Teen Travelers
Apple picking in the autumn, a trip to the Bronx Zoo, pizza and a movie, a visit to the Hudson River Museum, music at Lincoln Center, Ringling Bros. Circus - these are among the destinations. For young people ages 13 to 21, teen travelers is a perfect opportunity to meet with friends, old and new, while gathering memorable experiences.
Special Olympics
Show your athletic prowess by becoming involved in Special Olympics. Friendly competition.
Twenty Somethings
Stage struck? Then you'll love Twenty Somethings drama. Aspiring actors, directors, stagehands and costume designers help make scenes from popular Broadway musicals come alive. On opening night - everyone's a star. Or you may prefer a Night on the Town when Twenty Somethings take in the local amusements and community events. Dine in local restaurants, sample ethnic foods. Sign up for Special Events - an evening at the opera, a tour of the Meadowlands, a trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art - these and more are part of the Twenty Somethings Experience.
American Ideal
In the tradition of friendly competition, performers vie for the spotlight during ARC of Rockland's annual American Ideal event. Similar in format to the popular American Idol TV show, American Ideal is open to people with developmental disabilities who excel in the performing arts. American Ideal is open to young adults and adults.
Touching Bases
Teamwork is the name of the game. Play softball in spring and fall at local ball fields. The league includes players from area agencies serving people with developmental disabilities. People ages 18 are welcome to join in the great American pastime.
Bowling
Join the league. Everyone's up for a little friendly competition on Sunday mornings at Hi-Tor Lanes. There is plenty of good cheer along with spares and strikes. Beginners and experts are welcome.
Family Support Transportation is available to individuals who live at home for a $7.00 fee.
To sign up for recreation activities, please call:
Mary Ellen McCosker at 845-267-2500 ext.3175 |
