Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation

Due to the weather Fitness on the Lawn will be cancelled tonight.

One week from today Shakespeare in Delaware Park will perform on the Front Lawn of the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center. For One Night Only, this play will feature Isaiah Brown, Ayden Herreid, Katie Osborn, Lauren Teller, and Norman Sham in a version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream abridged and adapted for a cast of five actors and three puppets. Come enjoy an evening of merriment with this classic tale of four lovers, foolish tradesmen, and fairy mischief!

Sweet Beginnings Bakery will be selling delicious desserts and Bella Dulce Cafe will be selling an assortment of refreshing gelato! Bring chairs and a blanket and enjoy the night.

Reminder - Adjusted Hours at the Aquatic and Fitness Center for today, Monday, August 5 and tomorrow Tuesday, August 6.

Just a reminder that beginning today Monday, august 5 - Thursday, August 8 the greens at Brighton Golf Course are being aerated and there will only be 9 holes to play.

Not to rush summer but the start of Fall Soccer House Program is just around the corner. Registration is open through August 9, and the session begins on Monday, August 19.

Register online at:
https://ny-tonawanda.civicrec.com/NY/tonawanda-ny/catalog

Save the Date for the next Outdoor Concert on Tuesday, August 13!

Rusty Nickel, formed in 2017, and performs Classic to Current Rock and Country Rock.

Rusty Nickel is the House Band for the National Buffalo Chicken Wing Festival at Highmark Stadium for 4 years now. They perform at all of the major outdoor music festivals in WNY as well as all the taverns, bars, restaurants throughout the NY State area. Come Get Rusty!

Nominated Best New Band in the 2018 Night Life Music Awards.
Nominated Best Live Band in the 2024 - 716 Music Awards.

There are only two weeks left of Arts in the Park at Kenney Park. Stop over to the Shelter by the playground tomorrow, Monday, August 5, between 11:00 am -12:00 pm for an hour of Arts and Crafts. Free and open to everyone.

Reminder the Pool at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center will close at 12:30 pm on Monday, August 5th and at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, August 6th for the Tonawanda Titans Swim Club meet. This closure will also include the Locker Rooms, Sauna and Steam Room. The Fitness Center will operate at normal hours.

All AFC passes and memberships will be honored at the Outdoor Pools during the closure. Thank you.

National Night Out 2024 is almost here. All are welcome to join the Town of Tonawanda Police Department on Tuesday, August 6 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Lincoln Park Athletic Complex, 1200 Parker Blvd.

There will be plenty of activities for the whole family including food, games, Police, Paramedic and Fire Vehicles and Equipment, SWAT and K9 demonstrations, Martial Art demos and classes by Championship Martial Arts 716 at 6:15, 6:45, 7:15, 7:45 and so much more. Don't miss out.

Come stop by the new Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena next Monday August 5th for the first official Tonawanda Whalers game! Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30pm

Fitness on the Lawn continues in August. Meet us on the Front Lawn of the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center for a Free All levels Flow Yoga Class. Bring a mat and water bottle and start your weekend right!

Hit the ice at the Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena this August. Here is the updated Rec Skate/ Skate and Shoot Schedule.

For more information visit:
https://tonawanda.ny.us/youth-parks-recreation/paddock-chevrolet-ice-arena.html

A few spots remain for the Day Trip to the Lockport Locks with the Town of Tonawanda Senior Center on September 9. Tickets must be purchased in-person at the Senior Center, 291 Ensminger Rd. If you have questions call 716.874.3266.

Be sure to check out the Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks, and Recreation August Newsletter. It lists upcoming programs, events and fall registration!

Town of Tonawanda YPR August Newsletter What's going on in August and beyond!   Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation 299 Decatur Rd.| (716) 831-1001 | Email: [email protected] | Visit: www.ttypr.com Summer Office Hours: Monday 8:

Congratulations to all the kids who participated in the Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation track meet. The kids have been training hard and it showed. Next week they close the summer track program Olympic style.

If you have any photos you would like to share from the track meet we would love to see them, tag us!

It's a great day to visit the Library Bookmobile and check out some books in case you need some indoor activities! Come over to Kenney Park between 10 am and 12 pm. There will be storytime and coloring at 11 am in the shelter by the playground.

We tried,but due to the weather we have to cancel tonight's concert.

Two weeks from today - Shakespeare in Delaware Park’s summer touring show, A Midsummer Night’s Tour, comes to the Aquatic & Fitness center! The show will be held on the front lawn at 7:00 pm, August 12th, and will run for one hour. Sweet Beginnings Bakery and Bella Dulce Cafe will have sweet treats and gelato available for purchase. Bring your own chairs or blankets to comfortably enjoy the performance.

This play will feature Isaiah Brown, Ayden Herreid, Katie Osborn, Lauren Teller, and Norman Sham in a version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream abridged and adapted for a cast of five actors and three puppets. Come enjoy an evening of merriment with this classic tale of four lovers, foolish tradesmen, and fairy mischief!

Kurt's Back is a NY based cover band founded in 2005. They play a mix of classic rock and alternative from all era's of music.
Check out their playlist - https://kurtsback.com/playlist - there's a little something for everyone. If you are looking for a fun night out, you won't be disappointed. Join us tomorrow night, Tuesday, July 30 at 7 pm on the front lawn of the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center.

The Barbie pre-party has started!

TGIF. What are your plans for the weekend? If you are still looking for things to do, we have you covered. Picnic at a playground, play a round of golf, bike, walk or run on the Rails to Trails, play pickleball, cool off at the Town of Tonawanda Outdoor Pools, check-out Rec skate at the Paddock Chevrolet Ice Arena, or come to one of our planned events over the weekend, starting tonight with the Family Swim and Outdoor Movie Night.

Youth Parks and Recreation is excited to host the Town of Tonawanda Police Department National Night Out 2024 at the Lincoln Park Athletic Complex, 1200 Parker Blvd, on August 6 from 6 pm - 8 pm. This event is Free and open to attend. Bring the family!

Youth, Parks and Recreation is running a Lacrosse camp this week at the Lincoln Park Athletic Complex! Kids have been learning so much, having fun, and staying cool in the air conditioned, indoor turf facility. It's a win for everyone! Check back for info on upcoming Lacrosse camps throughout the year.

The Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center is happy to partner with ConnectLife this Saturday, July 27. Help us make this Blood Drive a success, 1 blood donor can save up to 3 lives right here in WNY! We suggest scheduling an appointment in advance, but walk-ins are welcome.