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Backyard Trees- A Homeowners Resource- Cooler temperatures. Cleaner air. Higher property values. Healthier residents. These are all benefits to the planting of trees.
Based on the success of last year’s pilot program, the City of Beacon, is replicating its tree purchasing program again in 2025. This program will pass along a significant savings to homeowners interested in planting trees on their property. The trees offered in the 2025 program are close to 50% off retail and will be delivered directly to your home.
All tree listed would be delivered to the homeowner in 15-gallon pots (unless indicated below). Average tree height would be 5’ to 10’ with a trunk caliper of 1.25”-1.75”. All trees will be delivered to your home in April 2025 before Arbor Day. Please note that the homeowner will be responsible for planting and care of the trees delivered. Please consider purchasing a TreeGator® with each tree. Treegator® Slow Release Watering Bags are the fastest, easiest, and most efficient way to effectively water a newly planted tree or shrub.
Sale ends March 28th
Click Here to Order Your Tree Today
Movies in the Parks 2025
Save the date! We will be showing movies this summer in each of our parks! We are partnering with our ole pals Story Screen to bring you outdoor screenings on the following dates
| To be announced | Wednesday, July 23 | South Ave Park |
| To be announced | Wednesday, July 30 | Memorial Park |
| To be announced | Wednesday August 6 | Green Street Park |
| To be announced | Wednesday August 13 | Settlement Camp Theater Lawn |
All movies will begin around dark. At this time of year that would be 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
Lineup has yet to be announced but YOU GET TO VOTE!! Follow the link to vote for your favorites this summer.
VOTE FOR YOUR SUMMER FAVORITES
City-Wide Yard Sale Spring and Fall
Spring City-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, June 14th 2025 9:00am to 3:00pm
Yard Sale- Advertise your sale for weeks! List your yard sale for $10.00 or talk to your neighbors and!list 3 for $20.00. Your sale is by street address and cross street. This list will be available to shoppers on the morning of the sale as well as online for the weeks leading up to the sale. You will also receive a City Wide Yard Sale sign to mark your house on the day of the sale. The City Wide Yard Sale will be locally advertised by the Recreation Department, in print and online. Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Note: Any signs posted by sellers are the seller’s responsibility for removal and proper disposal after the City-Wide Yard Sale has concluded.
Spring Registration Form Click Here
Spring Google Map of Yard Sales-updated the week before the sale
City-Wide Yard Sale SPRING EDITION- Yard Sale List
Fall City-Wide Yard Sale- Saturday, October 11, 2025 9:00am to 3:00pm
Fall Registration Form Click Here- coming this summer
Fall Google Map of Yard Sales-updated the week before the sale
City-Wide Yard Sale FALL EDITION- Yard Sale List
Beacon Hoops Basketball- Summer 2025
Developmental and Instructional Summer Youth Basketball League. The program needs volunteers to help in the following areas: Coaching, Score Keepers, Timers, Team Parents, and Helpers with Pee Wee Instruction.
Registration is open to youth ages 6 to 18. Each Division has a limited amount of spaces available & registration will be closed when spaces are filled.
Our Girl’s division will return in 2025. Girls can pick between playing co-ed or playing in their very own league!
Registration Open May 13, 2025
Multi-Sport Clinic 2025
Coaches McPartland and Mullins know how to get your kids moving! A multi-sport camp, designed to provide children an opportunity to develop good character, learn valuable life skills, discover new interests, and make new friends.
Clinic will be held at Memorial Park & Rombout Middle School depending on weather.
Students should bring snacks and water jugs with them each day as several breaks are built into the schedule.
Two one week sessions dates TBA
Tennis Clinic 2025
Coach Catherine Niebuhr-Oriani returns for another summer of great tennis instruction.
Session 1: July 14 to July 18
High School Clinic 8:30am to 10:30am
Junior clinic 10:30am to 12:30pm
Session 2: July 21 to July 25
High School Clinic 8:30am to 10:30am
Junior clinic 10:30am to 12:30pm
Offering tennis instruction for high school players and all others ages 8 and up. Classes will be designed to meet the needs of the individual group. Groups will be determined based on age and experience. Instruction will include everything from basic strokes and rules for beginners, to match play and strategy for more advanced players. No experience is necessary. Weekday mornings with two 1-week sessions.
$75.00 Beacon Residents
$90.00 Non-Residents
Personal tennis racquets are required for the clinic. If you need a racquet please let us know and we will see if we can find a loaner.
Registration Opens May 13th
Beginner Skateboarding with Andrew Singh- The Spring Session
Beginner Skateboarding with Connect Skateboarding Skate Instructor Andrew Singh is back this Spring with another exciting session of Skate Lessons. With 10+ years of teaching experience and industry knowledge, Andrew and his team of experienced skateboarders will teach the basic fundamentals of skateboarding in a safe yet entertaining environment. It’s an exciting way to learn tricks, improve techniques, find personal success, and meet new friends. Andrew and his team provide an incredibly valuable learning experience tailor-made to each participant’s needs. In his lessons, they cover all the basic fundamentals of skateboarding while keeping it light and entertaining with skateboard-related games. Lessons will be held at the newly built RAMPS @ Memorial Park.
No Gear? No Problem.
For just $15, Connect Skateboarding offers top-notch rental gear (helmet and full pad set) and a skateboard for the entire 5-week program. Having good quality gear is essential for a smoother and less frustrating learning experience. Check out Connect’s blog post on this topic here. To arrange your gear or ask questions, email Andrew at info@connect-skateboarding.com after signing up.
Dates
May 12th. 6 pm – 7 pm.
May 19th. 6 pm – 7 pm.
May 26th. 6 pm – 7 pm.
June 2nd. 6 pm – 7 pm.
June 9th. 6 pm – 7 pm.
Ages 6-12
$100 Residents
$120 Non-Residents
About our instructor: Andrew Singh is a Beacon, New York-born and raised skateboarder who is respected in the industry for his skills and years of knowledge. He has a solid list of sponsors such as Etnies Skateboarding, 5boro Skateboards, Bones Wheels, Ace Trucks, and Pepper Grip Tape that back and support any idea he has. His talent has landed him in many magazines and major websites over the years. He has also competed globally in some of the world’s largest skateboarding competitions. Andrew is well-loved by his peers in the skateboarding community and is always making a positive impact on the sport. He has a natural ability to connect with kids and adults of all ages and teach them how to ride the board and stay motivated. To discover more about Andrew and his skateboarding community programs or to join private skate lessons, check out Andrew’s company “Connect Skateboarding” at connectskateboarding.com.
Register Today
Beacon Youth Police Academy
Information on the 2025 Academy Coming Soon!
This free week-long program for students entering grades 9-12 provides an introduction to careers in law enforcement. Our Youth Police Academy meets for a week each summer. A variety of locations are used to host the program including Beacon High School, city hall, and the police station. Field trips include visits to local training and emergency centers and professionals and volunteers will share their experiences in these careers. This is always a fun experience for all. The goal of the academy is to help participating youth understand the role police officers play in the community, job duties performed and the requirements of becoming a police officer. In addition, the program fosters relationships between the officers and the youth participants. This is accomplished with mock situations and lectures, field trips, physical fitness exercises, and games. Additional opportunities for training have been added to our program in Stop the Bleed and Narcan for participants. Our instructors include Beacon City Police Officers as well as Police Officers who reside within the city of Beacon, participating as volunteers. All instructors are certified and well-trained in their areas of instruction/expertise.
Past Field Trips & Guest Speakers: NYPD Police Academy, Queens, NY State Trooper Academy, Albany, NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services Academy, Albany, Westchester County Police Academy, Valhalla, Paladin Training Center, Carmel, NYC Department of Emergency Management, Brooklyn, Westchester County Jail, Valhalla, Fishkill Correctional Facility, Beacon, Orange County Jail, Goshen, Newburgh Court House, Newburgh, Dutchess County Court, Poughkeepsie, Orange County Crime Analysis Lab, Goshen, FBI Agents, Criminal Attorneys, City of Beacon K-9 and Officer, and many more!
QUESTIONS? email: beaconypa@gmail.com
Spring Youth Sports
The following is a list of organizations that provide recreational sports opportunities for youth in Beacon. Over the years, we have collaborated with many different organizations and individuals with the goal supporting and synergizing the work of our community partners. We want to acknowledge the hard work of committed, dedicated volunteers and organizations that expand upon the recreation landscape here in Beacon.
Beacon Girls Softball- Our goal is to build character using the sport of softball as a tool to improve girl’s self-confidence and self-esteem, inspiring better and more productive citizens in our community. Beacon Girls Softball (BGS) has been a long-standing local Beacon institution for more than 40 years, educating 4-13 year old girls on the skills and rules of fast-pitch softball! For the past 25 years, countless volunteers have dedicated their time to the promotion of the BGS program, which is currently managed by a Board of Directors of Beacon residents. BGS also imparts life lessons that include working as a team, the spirit of giving, camaraderie and good sportsmanship. It’s “More Than Just a Game.”
Website: https://beacongirlssoftball.com/
Email: beacongirlssb@gmail.com
Phone:
Beacon Junior Baseball- Beacon Junior Baseball was founded in 1952 to provide access to recreational youth baseball. Our mission is to continue to provide access to youth baseball, develop fundamental baseball knowledge and skills, promote interest in our sport, and foster friendly competition and sportsmanship among our participants.
Website – beaconjuniorbaseball.com
EMail – timnewman@beaconjuniorbaseball.com
Phone – 845-475-5374 (Tim Newman – President)
Mail – PO Box 672 Beacon, NY 12508
Registration is now OPEN at beaconjuniorbaseball.com.
Beacon Youth Football- Offering youth flag and tackle football programming. Flag league plays in the Spring and tackles the Fall. Part of the Taconic Youth Football League.
Website: http://www.beaconyouthfootball.com
Email: Beaconyouthfootball@gmail.com
Phone: 845.656.7794 talk with Coach Joe
Beacon Soccer Club- A Club Built For Beacon. Since 1978, Beacon Soccer Club has been dedicated to providing opportunity to play the beautiful game of soccer at all levels of competition. Our Club offers programs designed for players from age 4 to 19, in both Competitive (Travel) and Recreational settings. Beacon Soccer Club offers an In-House intramural program and advanced Travel Soccer programs for youth athletes from age 4 to 19. Recreational leagues allow for players of all skill levels to learn the game, practice with professional coaches, and most importantly: play. Our Travel Teams represent Beacon at the highest skill level in the Hudson Valley, giving your player their chance to compete against and train with the best.
Community is the Club. Keeping the vision of our Club’s Founder, Mr. Patrick Kerr, Beacon Soccer Club’s Coaches, Division Directors, and Board Members are all Volunteers from the City of Beacon, New York and surrounding areas. We are fueled by dedicated people who donate their time and energy to creating a Club for Beacon’s youth. Our mission is to develop community through the sport of soccer. We are proud to represent our City, and all the people who make this part of the Hudson Valley a truly special place to live. Let’s Go Beacon! See you at Kerr.
Website: https://www.beaconsoccerclub.org/
Email: BeaconSoccer1978@gmail.com
Phone: (845) 834-4310
CITY OF BEACON RECREATION SIMPLIFIED REGISTRATION!
City of Beacon Recreation uses the online platform MyRec for our activity and program registration.
Be sure to then add all the members of your household into the account. Don’t forget to enter your cell number with the carrier so we can text you with any last-minute changes. Your new household account will provide you with registrations history, financial history and much more.
The Dutchess County Senior Exercise Program
The Dutchess County Senior Exercise Program is sponsored by the Dutchess County Office For the Aging, with partial funding provided by the New York State Office for the Aging and the U.S. Administration on Aging. A doctor’s approval is required for this class.
Our program mirrors the Tufts University Strong Living Program, an evidence based program for which our coordinator has received training in the curriculum. The program grew out of published research on bone density in older adults. It is designed to counter the effects of osteoporosis and lead to improvement in mobility, muscle strength, stamina, balance and independence.
https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Aging/About-the-Senior-Exercise-Program.htm
Chair Yoga at the Rec Center
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced while sitting on a chair or using a chair for support. It incorporates modified yoga poses and stretches, making it accessible for individuals with mobility issues or those who may find traditional yoga challenging. Chair yoga helps improve flexibility, strength, and relaxation, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. It can be done in various settings, including offices, senior centers, and rehabilitation facilities. Join us!
Program meets on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00am. Free for senior residents.
Aqua Zumba at the Beacon Pool
Saturdays 9:45 am – 10:45 am
2025 Dates TBA
Known as the Zumba “Pool Party,” Aqua Zumba Gives new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. Splashing stretching twisting even shouting, laughing, hooting and hollering are often heard during an Aqua Zumba class. Integrating the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness disciplines. Pre-registration required $10.00 per class. For more info or to register,
contact Meg at kyogaspot@gmail.com or 845.656.0530
Beacon Community Tai-Chi
Class Schedule
NEW: Mondays and Fridays 10:00am – 11:30am • beginners
Sundays: 10:30am – noon • all levels
$50 for each 4-class session • Drop-in classes $20
Push Hands and Applications (Advanced)
Sunday 8:00am-10:30am
For more information and class fees, Marc Sabin at 212-960-3238 and taiji@marcsabin.com.
Come enjoy the balance and harmony of this beautiful movement art with a growing community.
Tai Chi has a longevity mission to promote health, recover health, and maintain health. Learning Tai Chi is a fascinating exploration that provides many mental/emotional benefits as well as physical fitness. People with health challenges from MS to Parkinson’s, from arthritis to depression feel the calming benefits from their very first session. The gentle, low-impact choreography lends itself to numerous health benefits. Tai Chi emphasizes optimal alignment and relaxation. Its exercises are graceful; moreover, they improve strength, flexibility and endurance. Learn how to be comfortable in your body.
Tai Chi Ch’uan has many cherished facets. In the Beginners class students are guided through a sequence of warm-ups, movements, and postures that can be practiced by anyone, at any age, anywhere you have a little room. Tai Chi offers even more when you tap into its inner dimensions. In the 8-10pm class practitioners are invited to explore Tai Chi’s intriguing applications and principles. Be empowered to gain better balance, to respond mindfully, and to remain fully present—even in stressful situations. Give yourself the gift of equilibrium. Visit a free trial class.
Marc Sabin has been studying and teaching Tai Chi for over 25 years. Classes are sponsored by the Beacon Recreation Department. Location: 23 West Center Street. Plenty of free parking. For more information, 212-960-3238.
Sargent Downing Garden
Sargent Downing Garden is located at the Settlement Camp Park, 724 Wolcott Ave.
This is an all-volunteer run Community Garden and Urban Planting project. Please join us, suggested membership: $25.00 if you would like a small plot to work in this summer. For more info contact volunteer coordinator Sarah Elisabeth:sdgbeacon@gmail.com.