Youth Programs in York, Nebraska

September Events

Sandbox Saturdays
Bring your toddlers to enjoy some play time and burn off energy at the park in the giant sandbox! YPR has all the sand toys that will let the tots be creative and interact with each other.
When: Saturday, September 2
Time: 10:00-11:00 am, drop in & play whenever
Who: 5 Years Old & Under
Where: East Hill Park
Fee: FREE

Middle School “Lock-In”
ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOLERS: We want to welcome you to the Community Center for an after-hours party! We will be eating snacks, watching a movie, swimming and playing games in the gym. This will be a night you do not want to miss!
When: Friday, September 15
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 6th-8th Grade
Fee: $5/Person
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014356

Parent's Night Out
Parents, can’t find a babysitter and want to attend Sip & Stroll? Kids, do you enjoy swimming, pizza, movies and playtime with friends? Now everybody wins with Parent’s Night Out!
When: Thursday, September 28
Time: 4:30-8:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3 Years-5th Grade
Fee: $10/Child
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 25
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1414753

October Events

Tot-Time
Give yourself an hour of freedom and your toddler some time to make friends, play games, discover crafts, and learn developmental skills!
When: Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3-5 years
Fee: $10.00/toddler
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 26
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1023050

Lego Land
We have the Legos, you have the imagination!
When: Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $5/Child
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 28
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1650280

Munchkin Mornings
Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play! The basketball court will be set up with all the fun toys including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces!
When: 1st Saturday of the Month, October 7
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Community Center
Who: 5 Years & Under
Fee: Daily Fee or Membership
No registration link

*NEW* Youth Basketball League
This introduction to basketball is designed for boys and girls who will learn and practice the basic fundamentals in a fun, energetic, and organized atmosphere. Players will also develop teamwork skills and learn how to be a team player.
When: Practices: Starting in October – lined up by your team’s coach
Games: Tuesdays & Thursdays end of October through mid-November – specific game schedule sent out later
Time: Evenings TBA depending on number of teams, no earlier than 6:00 pm
Who: K—5th Grade

K-2 grade will be separated by boys & girls unless not enough players then will be coed
3-5 grade will be separated by boys & girls

Where: York City Auditorium
Fee: $30, includes a jersey
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 18, no late registrations accepted

Coaches and team sponsors are always needed to make this league a success. Contact Michaela at mstuhr@cityofyork.net if you’re interested in any of these options. There will be a coaches meeting on Monday, September 25, at 5:15 pm at the Community Center.
- Team sponsors: It is a $100 fee and the business logo would be on the back of the team’s jerseys.
- Coaches: we will need preferably 2-3 coaches per team.

https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=3476632

November Events

December Events

Middle School “Lock-In”
ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOLERS: We want to welcome you to the Community Center for a late-night after-hours party! We will be eating snacks, watching a movie, swimming and playing games in the gym. This will be a night you do not want to miss!
When: Friday, December 1
Time: 9:00-11:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 6th-8th Grade
Fee: $5/Person
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014363

Munchkin Mornings
Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play! The basketball court will be set up with all the best including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces!
When: 1st Saturday of the Month, December 2
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Community Center
Who: 5 Years & Under
Fee: Daily Fee or Membership
No registration link

Mini Masterminds
Come learn with YPR! We will learn and practice writing our names in many fun ways, work on shapes, colors, sensory, fine-motor skills and lots of other school preparation.
When: Mondays in December 4, 11, 18
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3-5 Years
Fee: $10/Child
Registration Deadline: Monday, November 27
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014662

Parent's Night Out - Holiday Edition
Parents, still have some holiday shopping or wrapping that needs to be done or just want a night without kids during the craziness of the holidays? Kids, do you enjoy gym time, swimming, movies, pizza, and games? Come out for the Parent’s Night Out - Holiday Edition!
When: Friday, December 8
Time: 5:30-9:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3 Years-5th Grade
Fee: $10/Child
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, December 5
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1282832

Snowblazers
Stay warm during the cold winter weather by joining York Parks & Recreation! We will entertain your children all day to make it easier on the working parents with games, gym time, swimming, snacks, crafts, and even a New Year’s Party on the last day! Lunches will be provided each day.
When: Tuesday-Friday, December 26-29
Time: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Where: City Auditorium
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $85/All 4 Days or $25/Day
Registration Deadline: Thursday, December 14 (or until max enrollment is reached)
All 4 Day Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1650287
Dec. 26 Only Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1140440
Dec. 27 Only Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1213271
Dec. 28 Only Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1140439
Dec. 29 Only Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1140447

January Events

Science Reactors
Unlock your inner scientist! Join York Parks & Recreation in discovering some of the coolest secrets about science in everyday life. You will be sure to have a blast and learn a lot!
When: Thursdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 2nd-5th Grade
Fee: $25/Scientist
Registration Deadline: Thursday, December 28
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1141538

Munchkin Mornings
Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play! The basketball court will be set up with all the best including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces!
When: 1st Saturday of the Month, January 6
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Community Center
Who: 5 Years & Under
Fee: Daily Fee or Membership
No registration link

Artistic Me!
Let your artistic juices flow! Become an artist using crayons, markers, paint, clay, foam, stickers, cardboard, and much more. Come and show off your artwork!
When: Tuesdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $25/Artist
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 2
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014416

Water Babies
This program is for children and their parents to build swimming readiness by emphasizing fun and safety in the water. Swim diapers must be used unless potty trained.
When: January 8-12
Time: 5:30-6:00 pm
Where: Community Center Pool
Who: 6 Months-4 Years & Their Parents
Fee: $25/Child
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1154082

Middle School “Lock-In”
ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOLERS: We want to welcome you to the City Auditorium for a late-night after-hours party! We will be eating snacks, watching a movie, swimming and playing games in the gym. This will be a night you do not want to miss!
When: Friday, January 26
Time: 9:00-11:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 6th-8th Grade
Fee: $5/Person
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=2213676

February Events

Lego Land
We have the Legos, you have the imagination!
When: Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $5/Child
Registration Deadline: Thursday, January 25
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014361

Munchkin Mornings
Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play! The basketball court will be set up with all the best including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces!
When: 1st Saturday of the Month, February 3
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Community Center
Who: 5 Years & Under
Fee: Daily Fee or Membership
No registration link

Float for Life
This is a class designed for infants to learn how to survival float if they were to ever fall into water when no one else is around. Drowning is the #2 cause of death in infants only second to car accidents. Our trained staff wants every child to know how to self-rescue if the situation ever came to it.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Time: 5:30-5:50 pm
Where: Community Center Pool
Who: Infants, Toddlers, Kids – Anyone who wants to learn
Fee: FREE
*To fully gain the benefits of this class, participating in all 8 sessions is recommended
*For more information, watch videos online to see how this class works: https://www.float4life.org/
No registration link

Tot Picasso
Calling all toddlers who are creative and do not mind getting a little paint, ink, or clay on their hands! Come create masterpieces with York Parks & Recreation.
When: Tuesdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3-5 Years
Fee: $10/Toddler
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 30
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1141541

March Events

Munchkin Mornings
Come burn off some energy and have a great morning of play! The basketball court will be set up with all the best including bumper cars, scooters, mini bounce house and more. In the Party Room off of Fun City, we will have a Play-Doh station with all colors and toys to make some masterpieces!
When: 1st Saturday of the Month, March 2
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Community Center
Who: 5 Years & Under
Fee: Daily Fee or Membership
No registration link

Rookie All-Stars
Get a jumpstart on becoming an All-Star! This program will focus on a different sport each week, teaching the fundamentals and increasing the awareness of each sport for the kids. The program is set up to have the first hour focused on the fundamentals and the last 30 minutes on playing the game.
When: Mondays in March 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 2nd-5th Grade
Fee: $20/Child
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 26
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014107

Read & Rec
Join the Kilgore Memorial Library and YPR for crafts, story time, and SWIMMING!
When: Tuesdays in March 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $5/Child
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1154509

Parent's Night Out
Parents, just want a night without kids to clean the house or have a date night? Kids, do you enjoy gym time, swimming, movies, pizza, and games? Come out for the Parent’s Night Out!
When: Friday, March 22
Time: 5:30-9:00 pm
Where: Community Center
Who: 3 Years-5th Grade
Fee: $10/Child
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 19
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1547958

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Bunny cannot swim, but you can! Come hunt for Easter eggs in the swimming pool and then stick around to enjoy a pool party. Register ahead of time to guarantee a goodie bag at www.yorkparksandrec.com or at the Community Center. Goodie bags are first come, first serve for on-site registrations.
When: Friday, March 29
Time: 3:45-5:00 pm
Where: Community Center Pool
Who: K-5th Grade
Fee: $1/participant
https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1154723