ALL KIDS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN Recreational Opportunities For Youths With Disabilities

Westmoreland County 2014

The Recreational Opportunities Guide is intended to provide a listing of recreational activities for students, age three to twenty-one years, with physical and/or mental disabilities. This list of recreational opportunities is certainly not a complete listing and is subject to change, but we hope that it is of help to children with disabilities and their families. If you are interested in participating in any activities listed, you are encouraged to contact the facility or activity coordinator as changes may have occurred. Please contact the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit at 724-836-2460 if you learn of any appropriate programs that are not listed.              

 

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

Alle-Kiski Music Day Camp St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 1080 Edgewood Road, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-335-5067 www.allekiskimusicdaycamp Music, art, and drama day camps Apple Hill Playhouse 275 Manor Road, Delmont, PA 15626 724-468-5050 www.applehillplayhouse.org Live performances, children’s story time Greensburg Garden and Civic Center 951 Old Salem Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-836-7529 www.gctheatre.org Comical, musical, and mystery performances Ligonier Valley Players 208 W. Main Street, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-6514 www.ligoniervalleyplayers.org Live performances, films, and concerts

Palace Theatre Center for the Performing Arts 21 W. Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-1850 www.thepalacetheatre.org Various concerts, performances, and other cultural activities Pittsburgh’s Joey Travolta Film Camp % C.K. Hare Consulting 3945 Forbes Avenue, Suite #453, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 412-848-9355 www.joeytravoltafilmcamp-pittsburgh.com Film-making camp, acting, costume design for children and teens with autism spectrum disorders Stage Right 105 W. 4th Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-832-7464 www.stagerightgreensburg.com School for Performing Arts: ages 4-18 years and adults Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra 105 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-1850 www.westmorelandsymphony.org Symphony Orchestra Concerts

EQUESTRIAN THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING

Pam Bacco & Sarah Bacco Horseback Riding Instructors Ardara, PA 15615 724-217-0595 or 724-713-8131 www.newhorse.com Pony & Me Classes for children and young riders, teaching about proper handling, colors, breeds & safety along with games, crafts, and hands-on instruction Stoney Ridge Stables 403 Stone Church Road Hunker, PA 15639 724-925-7282 www.stoneyridgestables.tripold.com Individualized therapeutic horseback riding programs for children of all ages Nickers ‘N Neighs Therapeutic Riding Center 2260 Mountain Trails Lane, Acme, PA 15610 724-593-8121 www.kidsonhorses.org Therapeutic riding center improving the lives of children and adults with special challenges Wildwin Stables 202 Kaufman Drive Greensburg, PA 15601 Located 2 miles north of intersection Rtes. 819 N. & 22 724-875-2834 Betty www.wildwinstable.com Therapeutic horseback riding lessons for mildly challenged children while interacting and bonding with horses Not wheelchair accessible

FUN CENTERS

Caddie Shak Route 31 East, Donegal, PA 15628 724-593-7400 or 1-877-416-7400 www.caddieshak.com Batting cages, paintball, mini-golf, arcade, kiddie rides, and go karts Greensburg Recreation Kirk S. Nevin Arena, Lynch Field, St. Clair Park, and Veteran’s Pool New Alexandria Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-4880 www.city.greensburgrecreation.pa.us Concerts, movies, playground, swimming, organized sports Idlewild Amusement Park & Soakzone U.S. Highway 30 East, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-3666 www.idlewild.com Kennywood Amusement Park 4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin, PA 15122 412-461-0500, then dial “0” for the operator www.kennywood.com Living Treasures Animal Park Route 711, Donegal, PA 15628 724-593-8300 www.ltanimalpark.com Wild animal park with petting zoo, pony rides, and educational programs

Main Bowling Center 513 S. Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-0708 www.mainbowlingcenter.com Summer bowling program with reduced prices, parties, cosmic bowling Sea Base Family Fun Center 770 E. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-838-8887 www.seabasefun.com Tube mazes, slides, miniature golf, laser tag, train, and arcade Statler’s Fun Center 386 Frye Farm Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-539-7655 www.statlers.com Go Karts, mini-golf, and arcade Variety The Children’s Charity Three Penn Center West, Suite 229 Pittsburgh, PA 15276 412-747-2680 www.varietypittsburgh.org Adaptive bicycles customized for disabled children’s needs. Parties and services for children with special needs and their families. Statewide helpline available

GOLF

Hogan’s 1701 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-929-4620 Mini-golf, wheelchair accessible Kistler’s Golf 1965 State Route 130, Jeannette, PA 15644 724-527-9815 www.kistlersgolf.com Public golf course and miniature golf Mt. Odin Park 247 Tollgate Hill Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-2640 www.city.greensburg.pa.org Golf course, driving range, pavilions, soccer field, and Children’s Playscape area Meadowink Golf Course and Swim Club 4076 Bulltown Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-8243 www.meadowinkgolf.com Monster Mini Golf 3813 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA 15146 412-372-4653 www.monsterminigolf.com Walnut Hill Miniature Golf, Inc. 1285 Farm Road, Uniontown, PA 15401 724-437-3005 www.walnuthillminiaturegolf.com Willowbrook Miniature Golf and Driving Range 190 Slate Run Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-9758

GYMNASTICS & DANCE

Falcon Gymnastics & Fitness 226 Nazareth Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-684-6260 www.falcongymnastics.info Gymnastics for all ages Seton Hill University Dance Academy One Seton Hill Drive, Saint Mary Hall Greensburg, PA 15601 724-552-2923 www.setonhill.edu/shuda A variety of dancing lessons for students of all ages The Susan Yadamec Dance Co. 770 E. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-838-7570 www.sydancecompany.blogspot.com Classes for children with special needs Westmoreland Gymnastics School 65 Huff Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-832-6744 www.westmorelandgymnastics.com Group preschool classes available Gymnastics and tumbling for ages 6 and up Willow Tree Gymnastics Academy 1605 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-0899 www.wtgymnastics.com Private lessons, case-by-case accommodations; Aides allowed

LIBRARIES

Adams Memorial Library (Latrobe Library) 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-1972 www.adamslib.org Large print books, audio cassette books, crafts, summer reading program, outreach program Belle Vernon Public Library 505 Speer Street, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-929-6642 www.bellevernonlibrary.org Summer reading program, large print books, and audio cassettes Delmont Public Library 77 Greensburg Street, Delmont, PA 15626 724-468-5329 www.delmontlibrary.org Story hour, audio cassettes, large print books, creative writing, on-line story time, and summer reading program Greensburg/Hempfield Library 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-5620 www.ghal.org Story time, field trips, nature exploration, and reading programs

Jeannette Public Library 500 Magee Avenue, Jeannette, PA 15644 724-523-5702 www.jeannettepubliclibrary.com Special materials for visually and physically impaired, preschool story time, puppet shows, summer reading program Ligonier Valley Library 120 W. Main Street, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-6451 www.ligonierlibrary.org Games, activities, must register for story time and the summer reading program People’s Library (New Kensington and Lower Burrell) 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-339-1021 3052 Wachter Avenue, Lower Burrell, PA 15068 724-339-1565 www.peopleslibrary.org Story hour, summer reading, large print and books on tapes Rostraver Public Library 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-379-5511 www.rostraverpubliclibrary.org Books on tapes, large print books, summer reading program, and story hour Scottdale Public Library 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA 15683 724-887-6140 www.scottdalelibrary.org Summer reading program, story hour, computer classes

Sewickley Township Library 201 Highland Avenue, Herminie, PA 15637 724-446-9940 www.sewickleytownshippubliclibrary.org Summer reading program, computer classes, family fun nights Vandergrift Public Library 128-C Washington Avenue, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-568-2212 www.vandergriftpubliclibrary.org Story time, chess club for grades K - 8th grades, and summer reading program West Newton Public Library 124 N. Water Street, West Newton, PA 15089 724-872-8555 www.westnewtonpubliclibrary.org Story hour, summer reading program, and books on tapes Youngwood Area Public Library 17 S. 6th Street, Youngwood, PA 15697 724-925-9350 www.youngwoodpubliclibrary.org Must register for story hour and summer reading program

MUSEUMS & GUIDED TOURS

Bushy Run Battlefield 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette, PA 15644 724-527-5584 www.bushyrunbattlefield.com Historical education and nature trails Compass Inn Museum 1382 U.S. Route 30 East, Laughlintown, PA 15655 724-238-4983 www.compassinn.com Fallingwater Museum 1478 Mill Run Road, U.S. Route 381, Mill Run, PA 15464 724-329-8501 www.fallingwater.org Fort Ligonier 200 S. Market Street, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-9701 www.fortligonier.org Fort Necessity One Washington Parkway, U.S. Route 40 Farmington, PA 15437 724-329-5512 www.fortnecessity.com

Hanna’s Town (Westmoreland Historical Society) 809 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-532-1935 www.starofthewest.org Historical site, archeological dig, tours, re-enactments Railroad Museum 1300 Ninth Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 814-946-0834 www.railroadcity.com Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art One Boucher Lane & Route 711 South, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-6015 www.sama-art.org Tour-Ed Coal Mine and Museum 748 Bull Creek Road, Route 28, Tarentum, PA 15084 724-224-4720 www.tour-edmine.com West Overton Village and Museum 109 West Overton Road, Scottdale, PA 15683 724-887-7910 www.westovertonvillage.org Westmoreland Museum of American Art Closed for Renovation: 221 N. Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 Use Temporary Location Until Spring, 2015: 4764 State Route 30, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-1500 www.wmuseumaa.org Permanent and changing exhibits. Some art classes

PARKS

Cedar Creek Park 108 Evergreen Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-929-4352 www.fay-west.com/westmoreland/cedar_creek/guide Bike rentals, baseball, fishing, movies, playground, nature programs, hiking, horseshoes, and model airplane field Hempfield Park 220 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-219-3963 www.hempfieldtwp.com/parks Area includes pavilions, sport courts, playground, stream Indian Lake Park Clay Pike Road, North Huntingdon, PA 15642 724-863-3806 Parks and Recreation, fishing, and trails Keystone Park 1150 Keystone Park Road, Derry, PA 15627 724-668-2939 www.dcnr.state.pa.us Hunting, sand beach for swimming, fishing, camping, hiking trails, ice fishing, ice skating, sledding, and snowmobiling Kooser State Park 943 Glades Pike, Somerset, PA 15501 814-445-8673 www.fay-west.com/somerset/kooser Hunting, hiking, swimming beach, fishing, and camping

Laurel Hill State Park 1454 Laurel Hill Park Road, Somerset, PA 15501 814-445-7725 www.fay-west.com/somerset/laurelhill Hunting, swimming, camping, boating, and fishing Legion Keener Park 1658 Catherine Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-537-4331 www.latroberecreation.org Playground, pool, tracks, fitness trail, ball fields, pavilions, and band shell Linn Run P.O. Box 50, Linn Run Road, Rector, PA 15677 724-238-6623 www.fay-west.com/westmoreland/linnrun Picnics, hiking, fishing, camping, playground, and horseback riding Mammoth Park County Park Road, Rte. 981, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 724-423-9078 www.fay-west.com/westmoreland/mammoth_park/guide Softball, playground, picnic, fishing, 90-foot slide, nature study, tennis courts, and model airplane field Northmoreland Park 280 Markle Road, Apollo, PA 15613 724-727-7616 www.inwestmoreland.com/wcparks/countyparks/northmoreland

BMX track, tennis courts, fishing, horseback riding, nature programs, and model airplane field

Oak Hollow Park 2125 Timothy Road, North Huntingdon, PA 15642 724-863-3806 www.inwestmoreland.com/wcparks/localparks/norwin Fishing pond, climbing tubes, jungle gyms, soccer fields St. Clair Park 135 N. Maple Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-838-4323 summersounds.com Concerts in the park—Fridays in June, July, and August Swede Hill Park Willow Crossing Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-836-7900 www.hempfieldtwp.com/parks Ball courts, horseshoe pits, playground, ball fields, and community building Twin Lakes Park (Hempfield & Unity Townships) Donohoe Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-832-7735 www.inwestmoreland.com/wcparks/countyparks/twinlakes Sled riding, hiking, fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, horseshoes, and concerts in the park

RECREATIONAL CAMPS

Antiochian Village –Autism Camp 201 Saint Ignatius Trail, Bolivar, PA 15923 Ron Vallozzi 724-836-7737 kidscamps.com/antiochian_village_camp Summer camp, archery, boating, horseback riding ARC of Westmoreland County 316 Donohoe Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-8159 www.arcwestmoreland.org Recreational and social programs Autism Society of America of Westmoreland County 544 Hickory Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-0597 www.autism-society.westmorelandcounty.org All limitations, bowling, picnics, and swimming Boy Scouts of America 2 Garden Center Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-1630 www.wfbsa.org Educational and recreational activities for boys and adults to build character, develop personal fitness, and responsibilities. Camping, meetings, art, and year round trips

Camp Chipewee Mosside Middle School, Monroeville, PA 15146 412-856-1006 www.hugsandbears.com Day camp for mentally and physically challenged children Ages 6-21. Bus field trips. Camp Fireflies 337 Pew Road, Mercer, PA 16137 (Summer Address) 25 Windsor Place, Horsham, PA 19044 (Winter Address) Kimberly Callen, Camp Director 215-718-6327 www.campfireflies.com Day camp and a week long camp in Mercer, Pennsylvania for teens with ASD, Asperger’s, and ADHD as well as their siblings: hiking, talent shows, crafts, music, swimming, volleyball, basketball, arcades, catapult building Clelian Heights School for Exceptional Children 135 Clelian Heights Lane, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-8120 Day camps, social activities and recreational camps Girl Scout Council of Westmoreland 126 E. Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-9450 www.gswpa.org Educational and recreational activities for girls and adults to build character, develop personal fitness, and responsibilities. Camping, meetings, art, and year round trips

Glade Run Lutheran Services P.O. Box 70, Beaver Road, Zelienople, PA 16063 724-452-4453, ext. 1236 www.gladerun.org/cuturalactivity/glade-run-adventures Specialized adventure camp especially designed for campers with high functioning Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome, but all abilities are considered for camp. Activities include summer camps, horseback riding lessons, birthday parties, helping with farm animals, horticulture, gardening, cooking, crafts PA Lions Beacon Lodge Camp 114 State Route 103 S., Mt. Union, PA 17066 814-542-2511 www.beaconlodge.com Camp for special needs children and adults Woodlands 134 Shenot Road, Wexford, PA 15090 724-935-6533 www.woodlandsfoundation.org Youth and teen programs, ages 8-18. Weekend retreats for children and young adults with special needs

SKATING & SKIING

Center Ice Arena 100 Center Ice Drive, Delmont, PA 15626 724-468-1100 www.centericearena.com Hidden Valley Resort One Craighead Drive, Hidden Valley, PA 15502 814-443-8000 www.hiddenvalleyresort.com Skiing for certain levels of handicap Latrobe Skating Center South Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-537-8541 www.latrobeskatingcenter.com Lynch Field Complex Kirk S. Nevin Arena 520 New Alexandria Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-4880 Skating facility Seven Springs Mountain Resort 777 Waterwheel Drive, Champion, PA 15622 800-452-2223 www.7springs.com Private ski lessons and snow tubing in winter, hayrides and horseback riding

SPORTS

Adaptive Baseball League of Southwest Greensburg Ms. Chris Hunter 118 Unity Cemetery Rd., Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-8126 (Home) 412-780-0387 (Cell) www.swgbgadaptball.com Email: [email protected] Ages 5-18 years (exceptions are made) Southwest Greensburg ball field, cart to fields; everything handicap accessible. Starts the Sunday after Mother’s Day and runs through July Adaptive Baseball League - PAL’S of Norwin Johnna Sleith 412-607-4479 www.palnorwin.com Ages 5-21 years. At PAL Field, Shafton (North Huntingdon) Court Time Sports Center 95 Enterprise Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037 412-754-2005 www.courttimesportscenter.com Basketball courts, volleyball courts, indoor soccer field, batting cage, and indoor walking track Friends to Friends Foundation George O’Donnell 6471 Italy Road, Export, PA 15632 724-733-4439 www.friendstofriends.org Activities including pizza parties, bowling, fishing, baseball

Greensburg Recreation Kirk S. Nevin Arena, Lynch Field, St. Clair Park, and Veteran’s Pool Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-4880 www.city.greensburgrecreation.pa.us Concerts, movies, playground, swimming, organized sports Loyalhanna United Soccer Club 4005 Forest Glen Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-2795 www.loyalhanna.org Murrysville Recreation Department 4100 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-2100 www.murrysvillegov.org Activities vary by season, swimming, sports skill training, yoga and relaxation designed for children with special needs; many other programs can easily accommodate children with various levels of ability and group participation Special Day for Special Kids Harry Miller 409 St. Clair Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-3095 www.specialdayforspecialkidslatrobepa.org Families and friends welcome, but participating youths must have chaperone. Fishing derby, petting zoo, clowns, boat rides, prizes, puppet show. Keystone Park., last Saturday in June Special Olympics Steve Saunders 215 Donohoe Road, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-9465 www.westspol.org Email: [email protected] Eight years or older with cognitive delay. Golf, track and field, swimming, skiing, and bowling

The Club Sport & Health 1 Racquet Lane Monroeville, PA 15146 412-856-3930 www.theclubmonroeville.com Fitness club, membership and guest passes available. Swimming and tennis lessons for children of all ages, programs designed to educate children about fitness and exercise Three Rivers Adaptive Sports (TRAS) P.O. Box 38235, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-848-8896 www.traspa.org Email: [email protected] All ages. A variety of activities Top Soccer Hempfield Parks & Recreation Commission Marlene Capretti 724-836-7900, ext. 125 www.hempfieldparks/recreation-topsoccer.org Ages 8 years and up. Soccer for physically and/or mentally disabled participants. Learn basic skills/team concepts using adapted equipment for indoor play TOPSoccer PA West 111 Whitehead Lane, Suite 200, Monroeville, PA 15146 412-856-8011 www.pawest-soccer.org Email: [email protected] Ages 4-19 years West Point Little League “Challenger” West Point Little League Complex 100 Volunteers Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601 www.leaguelineup.com/westpoint Young adults up to 22 years of age if enrolled in school

YMCA & YWCA

Greensburg YMCA 101 S. Maple Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-0150 www.greensburgymca.org Swimming times, wheelchair accessible, martial arts, dancing, fitness, youth sports Kiski Valley YMCA 511 Hyde Park Road, Leechburg, PA 15656 724-845-1968 www.vpfymca.org Recreation center, swimming, dance, and fitness programs Ligonier Valley YMCA 110 W. Church Street, Ligonier, PA 15658 724-238-7580 www.ligonierymca.org Recreational activities, swimming Regional Family YMCA of Laurel Highlands (East Huntington Township) 490 Bessemer Road, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 724-542-YMCA (9622) www.rfymca.org Soccer, t-ball, gymnastics, baton, and field trips Valley Points Family YMCA 800 Constitution Blvd., New Kensington, PA 15068 724-335-9191 www.vpfymca.org Recreational and day camps YWCA of Westmoreland County 424 N. Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 724-834-9390 www.ywcawestmoreland.org

WEBSITES

Book Clubs www.kidsbookclub.com The Next Chapter Book Club Book Club for adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities www.nextchapterbookclub.org 4-H Clubs www.4-h.org Educational Games for Kids Educational, interactive games for kids www.teach-nology.com/web/tools/games Educational Games for Students Games that test skills and knowledge www.eduplace.com/kids/games.jsp Gardening Club of America Information about the love of gardening www2.gcamerica.org I Heart Cooking Clubs This site provides links to recipes www.iheartcookingclubs I Know That Covering every subject for every student www.iknowthat.com Kids Gov A safe place where kids can create, share, and learn www.kids.gov

National Geographic Features different people, animals, and places each month with facts, games, activities, and related links www.kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids Nick, Jr. Great family activities, crafts, and recipes www.nick.com/games/all-games PBS Kids Educational games, videos and activities ww.pbskids.org Scrapbooking.com Free online scrapbooking magazine www.scrapbooking.com Special Healthcare Needs Susan Franke, R.N. Statewide helpline for families of children with special healthcare needs www.hugsandbears.com Variety The Children’s Charity Statewide helpline providing services for disabled children and their families www.varietypittsburgh.org Waisman Center Provides a vast array of information, resources, and communication for persons with disabilities and their families www.waisman.wisc.edu

Produced by the Special Education Department of the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit 102 Equity Drive Greensburg, PA 15601-7190 724-836-2460 www.wiu.k12.pa.us