The Gowanda Recreation summer youth program will begin on Monday, July 7 at St. John Park. The program is free of charge and welcomes children ages 6 through 14. The program will run for five consecutive weeks (Monday through Friday) from 10 am until 2 pm. Call or text Recreation Director Mark Benton at 716-770-8809 for more information.

The Blue By U track & field program open to children ages 6 through 14 will again be held at Hillis Field. The program is free of charge. The dates for this year’s program are: July 7, 8, 14, 16, 21, 24 and 28 6PM-8PM. All registered participants receive a t-shirt, instruction, play organized track and field games and have a party with awards and prizes on the last night. Call or text Recreation Director Mark Benton at 716-770-8809 for more information.