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This fall, the IYB is thankful for you! Check out our fall and winter programs and have a great Thanksgiving
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Tae Kwon Do instructor earns Grand Master rank
Youth Bureau Tae Kwon Do instructor David Warden became a Grand Master this fall - the highest level in the Korean martial art.
Warden has been teaching Tae Kwon Do at the Youth Bureau for more than 12 years. His classes focus on body awareness and the
mental aspects of martial arts building self esteem, confidence and respect.
"I absolutely love teaching at the Youth Bureau," he said. "When I started, I had no concept of getting this far."
Warden began studying Tae Kwon Do in 1973 and earned his black belt in 1977. He went on to teach at a Tae Kwon Do club at Cornell. There he was introduced to Grand Master Hyun Ok Shin, who runs a school in Queens, NY. Shin is originally from Korea, and studied in the first Tae Kwon Do school there.
Grand Master is the ninth level of black belt in Tae Kwon Do. For his Grand Master test, Warden performed two memorized patterns of movement, demonstrated self-defense moves to disarm an attacker with a knife, and completed a three-part sequence of breaking boards.
"In every test, you are basically demonstrating what you've learned," Warden explained.
"You earn the right to test by your practice and training. It was both humbling and an honor to me that Grandmaster Shin felt I was ready to advance to this level."
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Tot Spot is open for the season
Tot Spot, the IYB's indoor play program for youth ages 5 months to 5 years and their caregivers, is open for the season.
Come to burn some energy and meet with other caregivers. Tot Spot is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Ice skating is here
Cass Park Rink is open for the season with free skating, ice skating lessons, birthday parties and more!
Learn all the details and register for lessons at casspark.org.
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Scholarships available for IYB rec programs - apply now!
Did you know the IYB offers need-based scholarships for youth who are eligible for free or reduced lunch at school?
Families who live in a Recreation Partnership (RP) member municipality are eligible to apply. RP municipalities include the City of Ithaca, the Village of Lansing and towns of Caroline, Danby, Dryden, Enfield, Groton, Ithaca, Newfield, and Ulysses.
To apply, bring in documented proof of a qualifying 2019-2020 lunch letter notice or proof of income. Lunch letters can be obtained from the nutrition office of the school your child attends. Please have them fax or email such information to the IYB front office at (607) 273-2817 or
e-mail
iyb@cityofithaca.org
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If your child had a scholarship last year, now is the time to update your application. Simply call our office to have your proof reviewed and re-applied to your family account. If you have any questions please call us at (607) 273-8364.
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NEW: Preschool messy art class
The IYB is hosting a new mess art class for youth ages 3 to 5. The class, designed for children and their caregivers, will explore textures and materials that may be too mess to manage at home.
Class will run 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Thursdays from November 7 to December 19. Youth in the class will get free admission to Tot Spot on Thursdays. For more information or to register, go to the Community Pass web site.
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RSS hosts water safety classes for youth in special education
Recreational Support Services has partnered with the Ithaca YMCA to provide six weeks of water safety classes to youth enrolled in special education at Dewitt Middle School. Students will visit the Y during the school day to learn fundamental swimming and safety skills, including what to do if they find themselves in the water unexpectedly.
You can learn more about this programming or inquire about setting up water safety courses at your school by contacting Joanie Groome at
JGroome@cityofithaca.org.
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News you can use
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The
Winter I-Playbook comes out the week of November 12 with opportunities in basketball, theater, pottery, martial arts, ice skating and more. And registration for winter activities begins December 4. You can register online at the
Community Pass web site or in-person at the IYB. If you have any questions call the IYB at (607) 273-8364.
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Camp Inclusion is already planning for next summer. New next year: afternoon-only camp will be available at Cass Park. Stewart Park day camp will still offer full-day openings. Applications will be available in February.
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Recreational Support Services
will host two Saturday play groups in for youth ages 3 to 10 and their siblings; they will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on November 3 and 23. For more information or to sign up, contact Kristi at 607-273-8364, extension 158.
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It's not too late in the year for a ride on the Cayuga Waterfront Trail with a bike from
Ithaca Bike Rental. This great service is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, weather permitting. They offer a variety of sizes of bikes and accessories, including baskets and trailers. You can find details at the
Ithaca Bike Rental web site
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Updates from Friends of the IYB
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Enclose Cass Broomball Bash is TOMORROW, November 2
The entire community is invited to participate in the Enclose Cass Broomball Bash on Saturday, November 2 at the Cass Park Rink. All proceeds will benefit the Cass Park Arena Enclosure Campaign, a project of the nonprofit Friends of the Ithaca Youth Bureau.
City of Ithaca Mayor Svante Myrick will drop the first ball to start the games at 6:00 p.m. Games will run until 9 p.m.
Halloween costumes are encouraged but not required for spectators who cheer on the teams, and for players. However, masks cannot be worn while playing. "Monster Mash" will be the theme music for the Broomball Bash.
Eat the Foood Truck will be selling gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches to benefit the enclosure starting at 12:00 noon in the Cass Park parking lot and through the games.
A raffle will offer prizes including a Vera Bradley bag with earrings by Claire Green, Starbucks coffee and gear, Cornell Women's Ice Hockey game tickets, and Ithaca Bakery and Purity gift cards. Buy tickets at https://tinyurl.com/broomballraffle.
Sign-up are available at the event. Registration forms and waivers include details about footwear, helmets and knee pads needed to play. Game equipment, including brooms, nets and balls, will be supplied by Cass Park.
To ask questions or get involved, contact Mary Grainger at
mmgithaca@aol.com
or 607-280-4380.
You can learn more about the capital project and ways to get involved at
www.friendsiyb.org/cass
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Facebook and and
Gifts of all sizes are appreciated and tax deductible. Mail can be sent to Cass Park Campaign c/o Friends of the Ithaca Youth Bureau, PO Box 4198, Ithaca, NY 14852.
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Carriage House Cafe to support Enclose Cass
Everyone is invited to dine at the Carriage House Cafe Loft from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20 to support the Enclose Cass Campaign. The event is hosted by the Friends of the Ithaca Youth Bureau and Groupraise.
When you purchase your meal and mention the Enclose Cass Campaign, 15 percent of the price of your meal will be donated to Enclose Cass.You can RSVP online at the
Groupraise web site.
Don't miss this delicious way to help raise the funds needed to upgrade the Cass Park Rink with glass walls and air control system, retaining the arena's traditional charm while making it more sustainable and successful!
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