Hours & Programs

Click here for the Spring 2012 Program Guide

Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester
351 Main Street
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
914-666-8069
Fax: 914-666-9166

For program information, contact Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations at (914) 666-8069 ext. 107 or bcutri@bgcnw.com.

Club Hours
September 12, 2011 – June 22, 2012
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Saturdays: The building is open on Saturdays from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm for lessons only — there will be no drop-in activities.

CLOSINGS/CANCELLATIONS: We follow the Bedford School District schedule for snow closings. Or, call 914-666-8069 and listen to our message.
 
Check the latest Program Guide for Session Registration hours. 

General Policies

Membership
Membership runs from July 1 through June 30 and is open to all children up to age 18.

• Membership Fee: $50 per child per year; $25 per child half-year (Jan. 1 to June 30); $5 fee for lost cards.
• Click here for membership and registration forms.
• Teen members may use volunteer hours to "pay" for their membership.
• Pick up cards at the front desk.
• All members MUST scan in at the front desk.

Drop Off Zone & Parking
The purpose of both the Drop Off Zone in front of the Boys & Girls Club building and the Parking Regulations is to ensure the safety of ALL our children.

Please abide by the following:

• All vehicles MUST stop at the Stop sign.
• Do not stop or park in the crosswalk in front of the Club.
• Do not park in the Drop Off Zone or by the curbs in the driveway.
• Handicap permits must be visible in the windshield.
• Do not leave your car running or your children in the car unattended while you enter the building.

Club "House" Rules

• Treat others as you wish to be treated.
• Remove head gear in the building.
• Use appropriate language and physical contact.
• No children under six years old are allowed in the Games Room, Computer Labs and Art Room.
• We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Club Closings — 2011-2012 School Year

Aug 20 – Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed for Maintenance
Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day
Oct 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Columbus Day
Nov 24, 25, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving holiday
Dec 28 through Dec 30 . . . . . . . Christmas/New Years holiday
Jan 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martin Luther King Jr. Day
May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Memorial Day

General Information — Core Programs
For program information, contact Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations at (914) 666-8069 or bcutri@bgcnw.com.

Early Childhood Education Programs – September 6, 2011 to August 17, 2012
7:00 am and 8:00 am — Early Drop Off
9:00 am – 4:00 pm — Class
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm — Late Pick Up

For more information about Early Childhood Education Programs, contact Betty Lou Ostrye, Director 914-666-8069, ext. 103 or bostrye@bgcnw.com.

• Classes are taught by Early Childhood Educators. We incorporate the Early Childhood Creative Curriculum. The program also includes a learn to swim program, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, a physical education program, music, and nap time.
• The Before-School Care program includes breakfast. All children receive a mid-morning snack. Children receive a hot lunch cooked on site in our kitchen.
• After-School Care children receive a light snack.
• Children must be 3-years or 4-years-old by December 1, 2011 and FULLY toilet trained.

The Boys & Girls Club Child Care Center is licensed by the State of New York Office of Children and Family Services.

Open Registration begins Sept 6.  Registration hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Annual Fees      9:00 am-4:00 pm      7:00-9:00 am       8:00-9:00 am      4:00-6:00 pm
5 Days                        $9,450                    $2,625                  $1,313                 $2,625       
4 Days                        $7,560                    $2,100                  $1,050                 $2,100
3 Days                        $5,670                    $1,575                  $  788                  $1,575

 
School-Age Care Programs
For more information about School-Age Care Programs, contact Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations at (914) 666-8069 ext. 107 or bcutri@bgcnw.com.

Summer Adventure Club 2012
For children entering grades 1-9 in September 2012
June 27 to August 19, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (No program July 4)

Early Drop Off: 7:00 am and 8:00 am
Extended Day: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Swimming · Sports · Outdoor Activities · Arts & Crafts · Lunch
Computer & Gameroom Activities · Playground · Specials · Trips
Program is certified by Westchester County Department of Health

Open Registration February 2012 - check back for specific dates and times. 
Must register in person.  Enrollment is limited.
Children may register for 4 weeks or 8 weeks.

Staff to child ratio: 1-8 for grades 1-4; 1-10 for grades 5-9.  Head counselors have Red Cross Certifications in Responding to Emergencies (RTE), CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED & EpiPen.

Fees                 9:00 am-4:00 pm    7:00-9:00 am      8:00-9:00 am    4:00-6:00 pm
8  Weeks                     $840                    $504                      $202                 $404       
4 Weeks                      $500                    $252                      $101                 $202

Fee for Yorktown bus: 4 weeks $150; 8 weeks $300.

For more information about Summer Adventure Club, contact Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations at (914) 666-8069 ext. 107 or bcutri@bgcnw.com.

2011 – 2012 School Year (September 6, 2011 – June 22, 2012)
Programs follow the Bedford School District Calendar. Click here for the calendar.

After-School Fun Club
Grades K to 5: Monday-Friday from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
Grades 6 to 8: Monday-Friday from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm*
*Grades 6-8 pay $50 annual membership fee only.

Activities include:

• Arts & Crafts
• Gym
• Power Hour Homework Help
• Digital Arts MAC Lab
• Games
• Reading
• Hot afternoon meal
• and more...

Includes:

• 185 School Days
• Superintendent Conference Days, certain school holidays
• Half Days

Vacation Weeks, when available, are FREE of charge to Fun Club members.
The Fun Club is registered with the NY State Office of Children and Family Services.

Before-School Child Care
Grades K to 8: Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 8:30 am

Bedford Central School District will provide transportation to all of its elementary schools except Mt. Kisco Elementary School. The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester will transport children to Mt. Kisco Elementary School from the Club.

Annual Fees*          3:30-6:30 pm        7:00-8:30 am       8:00-8:30 am
5 Days                        $3,497                    $1,846                  $1,050
4 Days                        $2,930                    $1,476                  $  840
3 Days                        $2,363                    $1,108                  $  630
2 Days                        $1,796                    $   738                  $  420
* plus $50 annual membership fee.

Middle School Students – Grades 6-8
Monday – Friday: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Grade 6 & 7)
Monday - Friday: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Grade 8)
Program located in Main Building.
Fee: $50 Membership per year

Middle school programs help develop self-esteem, teach young teens how to deal with peer pressure and encourage community service. Homework help, mentoring, gym programs, social recreation and cultural arts programs are also offered. Activities include:

• Guidance Center — Individual Counseling, Tutoring, Mentoring
• Torch Club — National Boys & Girls Clubs leadership program; meets Thursdays 5:00-6:00 pm.
• Boys to Men and Smart Girls Programs — small groups that deal with age and gender-specific issues - meets weekly: Boys to Men, Mondays 3:30-4:30 pm; Smart Girls, Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 pm.
• Recognition Programs
• Junior Staff - prepares members for the world of work
• Money Matters - members learn money management skills

Teen Center
Located across the driveway from the main Club at 337 Main Street. For more information, contact Athenia Lee, Teen Center Director at 914-733-0033 or alee@bgcnw.com.

High School Students — Grades 9-12
Monday – Friday: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Program located in the Teen Center.
Fee: $50 Membership per year

High School programs are designed to help foster young people's character, personal growth and leadership skills, and to encourage community service. A teen advisory group, the Keystone Club, helps staff plan and design programs and events, and exchange ideas. Activities include:

• Guidance Center — College Counseling, Scholarship Opportunities
• Liberty Keystone Club Leadership Program - High School leadership and service group.  Meets Thursdays at 7:00 pm.
• Training, Volunteer and Community Service Opportunities
• Keystone Leadership Program
• College Quest Program
• Recognition Programs
• Computer Lab
• Friday Night Events — Rap Battles, Open Mic, Battle of the Bands
• Club Service — Members and Alumni ages 17-24 earn money for college through internships at the Club.

Friday Night Lights
Every Friday night from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Middle School/High School members and friends
Weekly special events including Live Music, Movies, Game Room Contests, Sports and Seasonal Parties
FREE for members, $2.00 for non-members

Pizza Special - $3.00 (2 slices and a soda)
For more information, contact Dan Isenberg at 914-666-8069 ext 129 or disenberg@bgcnw.com  

Community Service/Volunteer Orientations

For more information about Volunteer Programs for adults, contact Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations at (914) 666-8069 ext. 107 or bcutri@bgcnw.com.

For more information about Community Service and Volunteer Programs for youth ages 14-18, contact Athenia Lee, Director of Teen Programs at (914) 733-0033 or alee@bgcnw.com.

Anyone who is interested in volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club must attend an orientation session. Must commit to at least 2 days per week, 3 hours per day for 5 weeks.  Oreintation sessions are held on Tuesdays at 6:00 on the following dates, unless otherwise noted: Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Jan. 31, Mar. 27, April 24, and May 22 (for summer volunteers).

Registration Information and Program Calendar
For general program information, please contact the front desk at 914-666-8069, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. For Registration and Membership Forms, and specific registration hours, click here. Be sure to include program codes on your registration forms.

WINTER SESSION: NOVEMBER 21, 2011 - MARCH 17, 2012
Mail In Registration ends November 12
Walk In Registration begins November 14 and is ongoing
Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

SPRING SESSION: MARCH 19 - JUNE 16 

Mail In Registration Ends March 10 

Walk In Registration begins March 12 

Mon. through Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 8:30am-4pm.

Mon. through Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 8:30am-4pm. 

• All participants in Boys & Girls Club programs must be members of the Club.
• Membership fee is $50 per year.
• There will be a $50 service charge for all checks returned.
• A $25 Administration Fee will be charged for each change made after you register, including changing or withdrawal from class.
• Schedules are subject to change.
• Not responsible for typographical errors.

General Building Hours
Regular Building Hours: Sept 12, 2011 - June 22, 2012: Monday - Friday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Building is open on Saturdays 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for lessons only.
There will be no drop-in programs on Saturdays.

Programs & Classes

SPORTS LEAGUES
For information on Sports Leagues, please contact Physical Education Director Nato Tomasino at 914-666-8069 ext 125 or ntomasino@bgcnw.com.
All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club.  Membership fee is $50 per year.  Walk In Registration will be held from Sept 7 to Sept 11.  Click here for membership and registration forms.  

Basketball Leagues
CODE: 6265  Fee: $65.00
The leagues are designed to be recreational, fun and instructional for girls and boys in grades 1-6.  Teams are made up of children of varying skills and abilities. 
Walk In Registration for Basketball: January 2nd
Note: Registration for Basketball Leagues ends January 7th
Volunter coaches are needed.

TRYOUTS (Everyone makes a team)

Grades 4, 5 & 6:Mon. Jan. 9, 23; 5:30pm (limit 40)

Grade 1:Tuesday Jan. 10, 17, 24; 5:30pm(limit 40)

Grade 2:Tuesday Jan. 10, 17, 24; 6:30pm(limit 40)

Grade 3:Thursday Jan. 12, 19, 26; 5:30pm (limit 40)

LEAGUE PLAY BEGINS:

Grades 4-6 - Jan. 30 

Grades 1-2 - Jan. 31

Grade 3 - Feb. 1

Playoff Weeks: Feb. 27 & Mar. 5 

Championship Week:March 12

Practice Weeks: December 5 (1/2 gym)

Championship Week: March 12 

Kindergarten Basketball Instructional Program
CODE: 6265  Fee: $60

Wednesdays 5:30pm - Jan. 12 - March 8 

Skills, drills, and basics of the game are taught. Scrimmages are held during practice.  All children will receive shirts.

Open Gym - Grades 6-12
Monday and Tuesday 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Free with Club Membership ($50 per year)

High School Soccer League
Wednesdays and Fridays  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Free with Club Membership ($50 per year)

 
Aquatic Programs – Dennis Munson Aquatic School
For information about aquatic classes or the Marlins Swim Team, please contact Aquatic Director Dennis Munson at 914-666-8069 ext 115 (dmunson@bgcnw.com) or Assistant Aquatic Director Robert Rishel at 914-666-8069 ext 117.

For detailed class descriptions, check the Program Guide. To determine which class to enroll your child in, please consult with the Aquatics staff, not the Registrar or Front Desk staff. All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club. Click here for membership and registration information.

Swim Ability Testing
Evaluations, available by appointment, are scheduled during youth swim times.  Please call the Aquatic Department at 914-666-8069 ext 117 for information.

Swim Cap Rule: Swim caps must be worn by all swimmers whose hair is below the ears, except Water Explorers.
Parent/Guradia Observation Weeks: September 12-17 and November 7-19
Make-Up Week: November 14-19

WINTER SESSION: NOV. 21, 2011-Mar. 17, 2012

* NEW FOR WINTER * Mini Swim Lesson Sessions

You may register for one or any combination of the five week sessions -OR- register for all 15 weeks

This does not include Competitive Stroke Clinic.

SESSION 1: Nov. 21- Dec. 22

Mon, Tues, or Wed $75

Thurs $60 (no class 11/14 & 11/24)

Sat. $45 (no class 11/26, 12/24)

SESSION 2: Jan. 2 - Feb 4

Mon $60 (no class 1/16)

Tues, Wed, Thurs or sat $75

SESSION 3: Feb 6 - Mar 17

(No classes the week of Feb 20)

Mon, Tues, Web, Thurs or Sat $75

FIFTEEN WEEKS: Nov. 21 - Mar. 17

Mon. $210

Tues, Wed $225

Thurs $210

Sat. $195

Parent/Guardian Observation weeks: first and last week of session.

There are no make-up weeks during the Winter segment. If the Club closes due to weather conditions, credits will be issued toward future clases.

FAMILY SWIM
Saturday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Free for Club members and their Parent/Guardian.  Parent/Guardian must accompany Club member, wear bathing suit and be in the water.  Swim cap rule is in efffect.  No spectators allowed at this time.

YOUTH SWIM
Monday through Thursday from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Saturday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm
Free to all Club members age 8 and up.  Must be in Level 3 or higher or stand 50 inches at chin.  Swim cap rule is in effect.

• For current Pool Schedule, check the latest Program Book: click here.
• To be directed to the Marlins Swim Team website, click here.

Pre-School Safety and Swim Programs
1/2 Hour Classes
Fees: Monday -  $135; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday $150
Multiple child discount applies - see registration form for details.

WATER EXPLORERS
CODE: 6252A
Recommended age - 6 months to 3 1/2 years - with adult.
Monday - 2:30 pm
Tuesday - 10:30 am
Wednesday - 10:30 am, 2:30 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am, 10:00 am

DAYTIME DOLPHINS - PRE-SCHOOL BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE
CODE: 6252E
No parental assistance.  For three, four and five year olds.
Monday - 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm
Tuesday - 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm
Wednesday - 10:00 am, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm
Thursday - 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm

WISE WHALES - PRE-SCHOOL ADVANCED
CODE: 6252F
No parental asssitance.  For three, four and five year olds who are able to swim independently at least 20 feet on front and at least 20 feet on back.
Monday - 1:30 pm 
Tuesday - 10:00 am, 1:00 pm
Wednesday - 11:00 am, 1:00 pm
Thursday - 1:30 pm

ALL DAY ALLIGATORS - PRE-SCHOOL BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
CODE: 6252D
No parental assistance. For three, four and five year olds having any level of proficiency.
Monday - 4:00 pm
Tuesday - 4:00 pm
Wednesday - 4:00 pm

SATURDAY STINGRAYS - PRE-SCHOOL BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
CODE: 6252G
No parental assistance. A combined class for three, four and five year olds having any level of proficiency.
Saturdays only at 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am, 2:00 pm

School-Age Safety Swim & Fitness Programs
1/2 Hour Classes - Levels 1, 2 and 3
Fees: Monday - $135; Tuesday, Wednedsay, Thursday, or Saturday $150
Not suitable for pre-school children. Multiple child discount applies - see registration form for details.

LEVEL 1 & 2 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER AND FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS
CODE: 6262AA
Little or no swimming skills are necessary to enroll.
Monday - 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm
Tuesday - 4:30 pm
Wednesday - 4:30 pm
Saturday - 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 1:30 pm

LEVEL 3 - STROKE DEVELOPMENT
CODE: 6262BB
Must pass Level 2 or must swim 20 feet on front and back unaided.
Monday - 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm
Tuesday - 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm
Wednesday - 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm
Thursday - 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am, 10:10 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm

School-Age Safety Swim & Fitness Programs
40 Minute Classes - Levels 4, 5 and 6
Fees: Monday - $180; Tuesday, Wednedsay, Thursday, or Saturday $200
Multiple child discount applies.  Minimum age 6 or in a full-day kindergarten program.  Not suitable for pre-school children.

LEVEL 4 - STROKE IMPROVEMENT
CODE: 6262CC
Must pass Level 3 or must swim crawl with rotary breathing and elementary back stroke 15 yards each, dive and tread water.
Monday - 4:10 pm, 4:50 pm
Tuesday - 4:20 pm
Wednesday - 4:00 pm
Thursday - 4:20 pm
Saturday - 9:30 am, 10:40 am

LEVEL 5/6 - STROKE REFINEMENT/PERSONAL WATER SAFETY
CODE: 6262DD
Must pass Level 4 or must swim front crawl and elementary backstroke 25 yeards, breaststroke and back crawl 15 yards, tread water 2 minutes.
Monday - 4:20 pm 
Wednesday - 4:20 pm
Saturday - 11:20 am

COMPETITIVE STROKE CLINIC
CODE: 6262EE
1 Hour Class
Must have been in Level 4 for at least one session or be in Level 5/6, or have coaches' approval after evaluation.  Skills for competitive swimming and overall fitness.
Monday - 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Thursday - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
        Fees                         Monday             Thursday                 Saturday
     1st Child                       $183                       $203                         $203          
     2nd Child                      $165                       $183                         $183             
     3rd Child                      $174                       $193                         $193                
    (10% discount 2nd child, 5% discount 3rd child)

Marlins Swim Team
September to August - 12 Month Program

• 12-Time Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Champions
• Ranked: 69nd nationally out of 2,454 clubs
               5th in Metropolitan Zone out of 61 clubs
• The majority of Marlin's members began swimming at the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester

Tryouts: September 7, 8, 10 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.  Call Dennis Munson at 914-666-8069 ext 115 for an appointment.

Swim Team Fees - 12 months:
Age 8 and under        $2,200
Age 9 - 12                 $2,400
Age 13 and over        $2,600
(Plus $50 Club Membership per year for each child).  Click here for membership forms.

SCHEDULE
                         Novice                         Junior                         Senior
Monday            5:00-6:30 pm                   ---                           6:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday              ---                            5:00-6:30 pm               6:30-8:30 pm
Wednesday       4:00-5:00 pm               5:00-6:00 pm               6:00-7:30 pm
Thursday          4:00-5:00 pm               5:00-6:30 pm               6:30-8:30 pm
Friday               3:30-4:30 pm               6:30-8:00 pm               4:30-6:30 pm
Saturday              ---                            3:00-4:45 pm               7:00-9:00 am
Sunday             8:00-9:00 am              9:00-10:30 am            10:30 am-12:30 pm   

NEW!!!  Private Lessons
Call Bob Rishel for more information: 914-666-8069 ext 117  

Lifeguard Training 2012

LG – I $400.00 

Cultural Arts Department
For more information, contact Dan Isenberg, Cultural Arts Director at 914-666-8069 ext 129 or disenberg@bgcnw.com. Stay up to date with the BGC on our Culture Blog!!  www.bgcnw.wordpress.com  

Drawing & Painting
CODE: 6264
Fee: $150
Saturdays - 10 weeks
Classes begin September 17

• Learn the basics in black, white and color media using pencils, charcoal, markers, pens, pastel and acrylic paint
• Learn to draw still life, animals, portraits, landscapes and abstracts while developing your own personal style along the way
• Patricia Frankel - Instructor
• Limited enrollment

GROUP 1      ages 7-11          11:15 am to 12:45 pm
GROUP 2      ages 7-11            1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Youth age 12 and over may enroll with the permission of the instructor

MAC Lab Digital Arts Program
Free with Club Membership ($50 per year) for Grades 6-12
Drop in hours: Monday - Friday  2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Photography, Video, and Music

MUSIC PRODUCTION WORKSHOPS
Wednesdays from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm