Town Hosts February 'Vacation Recreation' Program for Kids

North Hempstead kids can enjoy some “vacation recreation” during the February school break, right nearby.

The program is sponsored by the North Hempstead Town Board, along with the Department of Parks and Recreation.

“The vacation recreation program offers fun and engaging activities for a ‘staycation’ in your own backyard,” North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth. “We are excited to be holding this program at two of our Town facilities for our residents and their families.”

Michael J. Tully Park will host activities on Wednesday, Feb. 18, and Thursday, Feb. 19, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Activities will include a screening of the movie “Boxtrolls,” Bingo and board games, a magic show with David Levitan and pool time. The program is $7 each day per child. For the pool time segment, children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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The “Yes We Can” Community Center will be hosting scooter basketball, arts and crafts, volleyball, Wii games, trivia and more on Tuesday, February 17th beginning at 1:30 p.m. The program is free for facility members; there will be a charge of $5 for non-members.

The vacation recreation program is for school children ages 6 and older. Pre-registration is required and can be completed at Michael J. Tully Park, Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 311 or visit www.northhempsteadny.gov.

Image: Children enjoy a film during the Town of North Hempstead “Vacation Recreation” Program.