Watervliet Civic Center

10/20/2026

Saturday at The Civ proved to be a day of basketball, as many of our returning members dusted off their basketball shoes and got their game on.

10/13/2026

We are back!! "The Civ" returns for the 2026-27 season. Returning members should expect a slight delay on their 1st day as we update contact information. Parents are urged to contact our office to notify us of any medication or allergy changes for their child.

For those looking to sign up their child, all information can be found on our website, www.watervlietciviccenter.com.

09/24/2026

We’re proud to support the Food Is Fuel Backpack Program, an important program helping make sure local children have access to nutritious food outside of school hours.

This week, CBS6 highlighted the incredible work happening across our region through the Backpack Heroes campaign. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York supplied nearly 50 schools with 25,000 pounds of food — the equivalent of approximately 21,000 meals.

Through programs like Food Is Fuel, we can help ensure that children don’t have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. A backpack of food may seem like a small thing, but to a child and their family, it can make a BIG difference.

We’re incredibly grateful for the organizations, volunteers, donors, schools, and community members who continue to make this possible.

🎥 Check out the CBS6 story and see our very own, you guessed it, Bill Sheehy:

WRGB's yearly Backpack Heroes campaign kicked off for the 11th year on Wednesday, with more than $18,000 raised for the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New Y

09/23/2026

Our 80th anniversary party is approaching. Come celebrate with us! See you there!

Join us from 6:00-10:00pm at Wolferts Roost Country Club for the Watervliet Civic Center's 80th anniversary celebration!

09/03/2026

Come celebrate our 80th Anniversary with us!!

For 80 YEARS, the Watervliet Civic Center has been a place where our community comes together, creates memories, supports the youth, and builds lasting connections!

Now its time to celebrate this incredible milestone. Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring 80 years of the Watervliet Civic Center!

📆Friday, October 2
🕕6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
💰$100 Per Person
📍Wolferts Roost Country Club
120 Van Rensselaer Blvd, Albany, NY, 12204

80 years of community. 80 years of memories. 80 years of people asking, "Wait... when does that program start?"

Bring your friends, bring your family, bring someone who owes us a favor, whatever works! 😁

For more information contact us! 518-273-5922 or email [email protected]

We hope to see you there!!

08/12/2026

In light of our recent 80th anniversary, the Troy Record visited us at the Civic Center to see what we're all about.. Click the link to check it out!

The Watervliet Civic Center, praised as an invaluable city asset, is celebrating its 80th year in operation.

08/07/2026

Employment Opportunity!! 👩🏻‍💼🎓

Interested in joining the Watervliet Civic Center Before & After School Program?

We are currently seeking Before & After School Program Counselors!

We're looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and qualified individuals who are passionate about working with children while creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment!

If you or someone you know is interested, we'd love to hear from you!!

To apply or learn more, please contact:
Jonah H. - Program Coordinator
[email protected] 📩
518-813-6470 📲

or click this indeed link below!
https://www.indeed.com/job/after-school-program-staff-9d7b5f05c94cd2d5

Looking forward to the future!

Watervliet Civic Chest, Inc.

08/07/2026

Employment Opportunity!! 👩🏻‍💼

Interested in joining the Watervliet Civic Center Before & After School Program?

We are currently seeking a Lead UPK Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year!

We're looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and qualified individual who is passionate about early childhood education and creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for our younger learners.

If you or someone you know is interested, we'd love to hear from you!!

To apply or learn more, please contact:
Jonah H. - Program Coordinator
[email protected] 📩
518-813-6470 📲

or click this indeed link below!
https://www.indeed.com/job/pre-kindergarten-lead-teacher-c0a89da7aa45992f

Looking forward to the future! 🌞😎

08/03/2026

August 2, 1946 - August 2, 2026 ... 80 years of the Watervliet Civic Center!

Since opening our doors in 1946, the Civic Center has been a place where generations have come together to learn, play, grow, and create lasting memories!

As we celebrate 8 decades of service, we extend our gratitude to every child, parent, volunteer, staff, and community member who have helped shape the Watervliet Civic Center into what it is today.

🎉Happy 80th anniversary!!🎉

Here is a video from News channel 10 featuring our very own, Mr. Bill Sheehy!

Community Corner: Watervliet Civic Center celebrates 80 years

07/23/2026

GREAT NEWS FOLKS

📚🍎 2026–2027 Before & After Care Enrollment is NOW OPEN!

✅ Complete your child's application online:
https://www.watervlietciviccenter.com/before-aftercare-enrollment

While you're there, be sure to download our Parent Handbook, which includes:
• Program pricing
• Hours of operation
• Policies & procedures
• Additional important program information

📍 Program Locations
• UPK & Kindergarten (Ages 4–6): Watervliet Elementary School
• Grades 1-5 (Ages 7–12): Watervliet Elementary School Cafeteria

📌 Good news! At this time, submitting a completed application secures your child's spot in the program—no further action is needed.

Should enrollment reach capacity, families will be notified if their child is placed on a waitlist. We will communicate any waitlist updates as they become necessary.

We look forward to another fantastic school year with your family! 💙💛