Taking care of young children is an important responsibility!  This course will help you learn what you need to know to be the best and most responsible babysitter you can be.  Participants will learn about the business of babysitting, how to care for infants and toddlers and several first aid skills.  Each student receives a babysitter manual to take home.  A certificate of completion from the Red Cross will be provided after conclusion of the class.  Please bring a lunch and drink. 
Date:  Monday, July 20th   
Time:  10:00 am - 2:30 pm 
Ages:  11-16
Cost:  $80
Location:  Fogelsonger Park Pavilion, 8355 Greiner Rd.

This course is designed for children ages 7-13. The course will cover basic first aid skills including: scene safety, use of personal protective equipment, treatment of burns, cuts, sprains, breathing emergencies, treatment of bee stings and insect bites and more! Students will receive a certificate of completion and a compact first aid kit.  If taken with Home Alone Safety Course, a discounted rate is given.  Register for COMBO if taking both.

Time:  4:30-6:00 PM
Ages:  7-13
Cost: $25.00
Location:  Fogelsonger Park Pavilion, 8355 Greiner Rd.

Receive a discount for taking both Home Alone Safety and Basic First Aid Courses together!  See individual program descriptions.
Date:  Monday, July 20th 
Time:  3:00-4:30 pm Home Alone,  4:30-6:00 pm Basic First Aid.     Please bring a snack and drink.  
Ages:  7-13
Cost: $45.00  
Location:  Fogelsonger Park Pavilion, 8355 Greiner Rd.

This course is designed for children ages 7-13. The course will cover home alone principles and safety precautions such as: answering the door and phone safety, 911 calls, house safety, fire safety, internet safety, and much more! Students will be fully engaged during the class through role playing and safety first jeopardy. Students will receive a certificate of completion and a bag of safety resources.  If taken with Basic First Aid, a discounted rate is given.  Register for COMBO if taking both.  
Date: Monday, July 20th  
Time:  3:00-4:30 PM
Ages:  7-13
Cost: $25.00
Location:  Fogelsonger Park Pavilion, 8355 Greiner Rd.

The Special Olympics Developmental Basketball Program is designed for ALL youth ages 6-14.  This inclusive, non-competitive program will provide participants with and without intellectual/physical disabilities the chance to learn together.  Individuals of all abilities and skill levels are encouraged to register.  Athletes with wheelchairs are encouraged to participate.  Participants will learn and practice the fundamental skills of Basketball in a fun, friendly, supportive environment.  
The program is held 1x/week for 5 weeks starting Tuesday, July 14th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm on the basketball court at Town Place Park, 5400 Goodrich Rd.  
The program is FREE.

The Special Olympics Developmental Bocce Ball Program is designed for ALL youth ages 6-14.  This inclusive, non-competitive program will provide participants with and without intellectual/physical disabilities the chance to learn together.  Individuals of all abilities and skill levels are encouraged to register.  Athletes with wheelchairs are encouraged to participate.  Participants will learn and practice the fundamental skills of Bocce Ball in a fun, friendly, supportive environment.  
The program is held 1x/week for 5 weeks starting Thursday, July 16th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm on the bocce ball courts at The Senior Center, 4600 Thompson Rd. Clarence, NY 14031.
The program is FREE.

The Youth Bureau has two new clubs this summer to help youth engage with one another and learn new skills. One Club is Board Game Club, the other is Youth Comedy Club. Both clubs are FREE!

Board Game Club focuses on social engagement, critical thinking skills, inclusivity, and of course board games. Members will learn how to play a variety of youth board games (Battleship, Monopoly, Life, Trouble, Jenga, etc.) and will learn how to work together as a team or individually to win a game.

AGES: 7 yrs old - 11
DATE:  Tuesday's: July 7th & 21st, August 4th & 18th, 
TIME:  10 AM - 11 AM      
LOCATION: CLARENCE YOUTH BUREAU 10510 MAIN ST, CLARENCE NY, 14031

Youth Comedy Club focuses on social engagement, public speaking, improv, inclusivity, and of course jokes! Members will learn about improv, how to write jokes, social timing, and how to present their jokes for maximum laughter.  

AGES: 7 yrs old - 11
DATE:  Wednesday's: July 8 & 22nd; August 5th & 19th.
TIME:  1 PM - 2 PM      
LOCATION: CLARENCE YOUTH BUREAU 10510 MAIN ST, CLARENCE NY, 14031

This Creative Family Programming initiative celebrates the vibrant art scene of Western New York by partnering with talented teaching artists and cultural partners. Its goal is to make diverse and enriching arts experience accessible to everyone. The programs presented are designed to ignite conversation about cultural heritage, race, and history, and are inclusive to all ages. Each event features hands-on workshops and/or performances, fostering creativity and dialogue. All programming will be offered free to the public in the Town of Clarence, ensuring every member of the community can participate and benefit.  

This program is made possible by the WNY Arts for Learning Fisher Fund Grant

Visit www.artsforlearningwny.org for more information about each program

Each week will be a different program for different age groups.  Make sure to sign up for the programs that interest your child!

July 16th: Hip-Hop Dance Workshop; (Grades: 3rd - 12th)

July 23rd: "Stained Glass" Windows Workshop; (Grades K - 5th)

July 30th: Ancient Movement Workshop; (Grades K - 5th)

August 6th: World Drumming; (Grades: 3rd - 12th)

FEE:  FREE
GRADES: K-5th or 3rd-12th 
DATES: THURSDAY'S JULY 16th, 23rd, 30th, AUGUST 6th 
TIME:  10 AM - 11 AM      
LOCATION: CLARENCE YOUTH BUREAU, 10510 MAIN ST, CLARENCE NY, 14031

Want to do a quick craft but don't want to commit to a date or time? Stop on by the Youth Bureau for Open Craft Time on Tuesday's & Thursday's throughout the summer! Each week will have a different theme so make sure to stop by at least once every week! Weekly themes will be posted on the Town of Clarence Youth Bureau Facebook page. No registration needed; Walk ins only. No age limit (parents & grandparents welcomed)! All supplies provided. 

If a parent/guardian would like to drop off their child, the child must be at least 6 years of age or older. Parent/guardian must leave contact information.

FEE:  FREE
DATE:  Tuesday's & Thursday's: June 30th & July 2nd, 7th & 9th, 14th & 16th, 21st & 23rd, 28th & 30th; August 4th & 6th, 11th & 13th, 18th & 20th, 25th & 27th.
TIME:  1 PM- 3 PM      
LOCATION: CLARENCE YOUTH BUREAU 10510 MAIN ST, CLARENCE NY, 14031

Come have a blast on the ultimate giant-sized water slide at our beautiful Main St. Town Park!  We will beat the heat with "cool" water games and a cold treat!  Wear your bathing suit or clothes that can get wet, bring a towel, and make sure to apply sunscreen before coming to the park. This program is offered twice over the summer; one session is in July, one session in August. Both sessions are the exact same. 

FEE:  $10
AGES: 5 - 12
DATE:  SESSION 1: MONDAY, JULY 13th.                                                                                                                                                                                          SESSION 2: MONDAY, AUGUST 10th.
TIME:  1 PM - 2:30 PM      
LOCATION: CLARENCE TOWN PARK, 10405 MAIN ST, CLARENCE NY, 14031