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BUILDING RENTALS AVAILABLE
(click links above for information)

DIRECTOR - CASEY CANELL
PHONE – (315) 287-0524
FAX – (315) 287-0524

Mailing Address: 33 Clinton Street
               Gouverneur, NY 13642-1012

RECREATION CENTER - BUILDING RENTAL
Available for:  Birthday Parties, Socials and Family Gatherings. 

Contact the Rec Center for rates and availability.

The Village of Gouverneur Recreation Department offers various activities for all age groups. 
​The Recreation Department strives to provide meaningful leisure-time activities in a safe environment. 

Honors received by the Recreation Department for prestigious programming include the following:
  • 2014,2015 Youth Development Program Grant Recipient
  • 2010 & 2011 St. Lawrence Country Arts Council Grant Recipient
  • 2010 Wal-Mart Foundation Grant Recipient
  • 2010 NYS Council on the Arts
  • 1999 Youth Bureau Award of Excellence
  • 2002 Health Initiative Community Collaboration Award
  • 2002-2004 NYS Safe Places Grant Recipient
As a result of the honors bestowed on the Recreation Department, the following motto was adopted: 
   "A Safe Place Where Kids Can Be Kids

Rec Park Program:

Programs & Services from Gouverneur Recreation Center

After-School Programs: After school programs are available for children in grades K-5.
K-2 Elementary students meet on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon throughout the academic year from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM.  Bus transportation from the schools to the Recreation Center is available.  Activities such as team games, arts & crafts and theme days are offered.

Students in grades 3-5 meet on Monday and Wednesday, afternoons from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.  The Game Room pool table, foosball, electronic darts, arcade basketball and a big screen television.  Movie features, tournaments and theme days are offered, as well as fitness/wellness programs.

Building Use Rentals:  The Recreation Center located on the corner of Clinton Street and Trinity Avenue, is available for private functions and events.  Birthday parties, family gatherings, nonprofit club activities, scouting events and others are welcome.  Alcohol and tobacco products are not permitted.  A Building Request Form must be submitted in advance for approval.  Contact the Recreation Center office for fees and availability, 287-0524

Toddler Town:  Play group activities and educational opportunities are offered to preschool children on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.  Sessions are held from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.  Social interaction is emphasized.  Daily nutritious snacks are provided.  Special features include theme days, guest story tellers and crafts.

Senior Citizen Programs:  Weekly - Friday mornings 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Programs offered include socials, bingo and low-impact fitness sessions.  Seasonal activities are also scheduled.  
  • Senior Citizen Club meets second Tuesday every month for luncheon meeting with guest speaker and entertainment @ 12:00 PM
Special activities held throughout year. See calendar of events for dates and times.

Seasonal Programs

Summer Activities include:                                                            Winter Activities include:
Summer Youth Recreation Program/Books and the Beach                 Annual Winter Festival Carnival Events
Sylvia Lake Swim Bus                                                                          Box Sled Races
Outings and field trips                                                                           Cross Country Skiing
Children's performances                                                                        Snow Sports/Games     
MCT - Missoula Children's Theatre                                                       Ice Skating at Mills Park (weather permitting)     
Senior Citizen Socials                                                                      School Vacation Days - Open Rec.           
Summer Tot Time

Holiday Celebrations - see calendar of events for dates and times.
Annual Community Halloween Costume Party
Annual Community Christmas Holiday Party
Annual Community Easter Spring Party


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