Play Well Parks Review
“Play is the brain’s favorite way of learning” ~ poet and naturalist Diane Ackerman I am a member of the Play Well Focus Group. It is a group of volunteers and City of Kingston staff who think [...]
A New Urban Oasis: Post Office Park Coming to Life in Kingston
Kingston, New York, is set to welcome a fresh, thoughtfully designed green space in the heart of the City: Post Office Park. This new urban park is more than just a beautification project—it’s a [...]
Kickball Tournament at Barmann Park
The Boys & Girls Club of Ulster County held its annual Kickball Tournament on August 2nd at the City of Kingston’s Barmann Park. It was a fun event for all that participated! After [...]
The Annual Kickball Tournament is Back!
The Boys and Girls Club of Ulster County will host its annual Kickball Tournament on Friday August 2 at 9:00am. Ages 8-12, in teams of 6-7 will participate. Registration is closing soon! Contact [...]
Stay Cool at the Andretta Pool
Swimming is a fun way to stay physically active for people of all ages. There are many benefits to water play and swimming including cardiovascular fitness and muscle strengthening. Water [...]
City of Kingston Park Passport Prize Winner
Congratulations to our first City of Kingston Park Passport program prize winners! They’ve won a 3-month family membership to the YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County. “We are so grateful for [...]
Day of Play August 19 at Hasbrouck Park
Play Well Kingston, community partner of the YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County, invites neighbors of all ages to celebrate the YMCA Day of Play on Saturday August 19th from 11:00 am – 4:00 [...]
Dietz Stadium Kingston Walks
Are you one of the many folks who exercise at Dietz Stadium? Did you know that the whole property is being renovated? The Play Well Focus Team has created three suggested alternative walks while [...]
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Crossing the Midline: What Is It and Why Is It So Important?
Crossing the Midline: What Is It and Why Is It So Important? By: Tracy Snyder, Program Manager for Physical Activity in Early Care and Education, Family of Woodstock As a Program Manager [...]
National Child Health Day
Brief history National Child Health Day is recognized in the United States on the first Monday of October. This year, October 3, 2022, we can recognize this day to support the physical, mental, [...]
