Provides swimming lessons, summer day camp, teen programs (including a teen leaders program), youth sports and fitness, preschool, and various recreational facilities.

Participants learn the fundamentals of various sports, and are given the opportunity to excel in a specific sport. Student-athletes have the chance to become leaders, be a part of a team, learn life and social skills, and spend time in a positive environment away from negative recreational activities. This program affords children the opportunity to experience the power of sports within an urban community.

Teaches youth ages Pre-K through 12 years (in age-appropriate groups) the fundamentals of various sports along with the general concepts of teamwork, sportsmanship, etc. Sports include Tae-Kwon-Do, basketball, soccer, wiffle ball, and more.

Community center. Serves as a senior meal site (see Hours below). Provides AARP Defensive Driving courses. Offers a summer program and numerous after-school programs and activities, including NURTURE Academy. NURTURE (Neighborhoods United for Restoration Teaching Upliftment Recreation & Education) Academy is an afterschool program that can help improve the academic performance of school-aged youth in grades K-8. The program’s foundation is centered on four key clubs: Reading, Culture, Debate, and Drama. Students also participate in character education, arts and crafts, and recreational activities that assist in their social development. HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9am-9pm. Senior Meals: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, 10am-2pm. Summer program runs from July through mid-August. NURTURE Academy starts in September.

Offers licensed after school and recess camp programs, adult/youth tennis year round, swimming lessons, water aerobics (year round), lap swim (year round), after-school gym programs, toddler programs, Badminton (year round), adult floor hockey, basketball, volleyball and dodgeball, youth basketball lessons, open basketball, and floor hockey. Playground and playmobile (mobile playground) available on site. Concerts in the parks and various special events offered during the year. Programs available for both adults and youth with disabilities, including social programs, and Special Olympics training in basketball, track, and swimming. Crafts available year round for adults, and swimming offered in summers for youth. Services also available for dropouts and first offenders. Offers drug abuse prevention programs. Works to unite community resources to aid disadvantaged youth. ##REENTRY##

Offers various youth enrichment programs that address character and leadership development, community projects, health and life skills, and cultural enrichment. Various recreation, sports, and art based activities are offered throughout the year. Also offers a day trip program for 4 weeks in July for a separate fee.

Programs offered include licensed after school and recess camp programs, adult and youth tennis, swimming lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, after-school gym programs, toddler programs, Badminton, adult floor hockey, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, youth basketball lessons, open basketball, and floor hockey. Playground and playmobile (mobile playground) available. Concerts in the parks and various special events offered during the year. Programs for adults with disabilities include social program, crafts, and Special Olympics training in basketball, track, and swimming. Programs for youth with disabilities include social programs, Special Olympics training, basketball, track, and swimming during summer. Services available for dropouts/early school intervention/first offenders. Youth programs provided at 4 community centers/sites. Programs aim to unite community resources, aid disadvantaged youth, and prevent drug abuse. YES program is an employment program for teens/young adults. Resident ID cards issued annually. Additional Sites: Harlem Road Youth Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst NY 14226; call 716-631-7208 after 2:30pm. Be-A-Friend/Big Brother-Big Sister, 1615 Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-631-7132 ext. 7530. Williamsville Youth Center, 5005 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-633-8117 after 2:30pm. Amherst Youth & Family Center, Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-631-7299 after 2:30pm. School Intervention Service, 3982 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226; call 716-839-4066. Clearfield Youth Center, 730 Hopkins Road, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-689-1404 after 2:30pm. Safe Homes, 1625 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216; call 716-831-2298. ##REENTRY##

Provides school age child care, swimming lessons, summer day camp, teen programs (including teen leaders program), youth sports and fitness, preschool programs, adult fitness, and aquatics.

Once a month, provides the opportunity for children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorder, along with their friends and family, to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. Families have access to the museum space, play zones, and cafe. Featured activities include a music center, therapy dogs, art projects, and gross motor activities. Also provides a social narrative about the new museum and its play zones, quiet kits, and calming sensory friendly spaces in the museum.

Provides homework help and recreational activities for children after school. Youth can socialize, play games, enjoy basketball and volleyball, and participate in job training, career exploration, and resume writing. HOURS: Ages 5-12: Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-5:30pm. Ages 13-19: Monday-Friday, 6pm-9pm.

Provides recreation opportunities to students ages 4 years old through 7th grade. Offers a full gym and game room with a variety of table games like pool, foosball, hockey, and ping pong. Homework help is available from staff and volunteers. Provides a recreation program open to students in 6th-12th grade, including basketball, several youth activities, and field trips.