Orange Community Education & Recreation

Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is a dramatic arts program which seeks to help each student realize a positive self-image through the practice and technique of theatre. The program seeks to provide a family atmosphere, fostering growth and confidence within each individual, through their philosophy of process over product. Stagecrafters prides itself on nurturing students' independence while maintaining the importance of teamwork. From afterschool and Saturday classes to Private Coaching for Acting and Voice, Stagecrafters offers a wide variety of classes and activities for students of all ages from preschool on up. We stage eight mainstage productions each year!

Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is a dramatic arts program which seeks to help each student realize a positive self-image through the practice and technique of theatre. The program seeks to provide a family atmosphere, fostering growth and confidence within each individual, through their philosophy of process over product. Stagecrafters prides itself on nurturing students' independence while maintaining the importance of teamwork. From afterschool and Saturday classes to Private Coaching for Acting and Voice, Stagecrafters offers a wide variety of classes and activities for students of all ages from preschool on up. We stage eight mainstage productions each year!

Creative field trips filled with fun, laughter, and friends!

The Orange Senior Center is the district's focal point for programs and services specific to individuals age 55 and over. The program provides opportunities for enrichment, education, socialization and companionship in a welcoming atmosphere.

Orange Community Education & Recreation offers a wide variety of soccer programs. Preschool and Clinic programs are led by Coach Dennis Weyn from the Weyn Soccer Group. The primary goal at this level is to teach fundamentals and foot skills in a fun, non-competitive nature. Leagues and light-competitive games are available for all of our groups, Pre-K to Grade 6. Orange Youth Sports partners with Force Sports to provide Travel soccer to experienced players in the community as a part of the Orange Soccer Club. Travel soccer is for those who are committed year-round to a highly competitive sports environment. All our recreational soccer programs are grouped by grade. More information for your program will be available upon registration.

The Orange Senior Center is the district's focal point for programs and services specific to individuals age 55 and over. The program provides opportunities for enrichment, education, socialization and companionship in a welcoming atmosphere.

OCER is growing our list of special events. From family favorites like Trunk or Treat to new events like Puzzle Palooza, Concerts on the Patio, Family Bake-Off, Touch-a-Truck and more, we look forward to seeing you soon!

Our main objective is to foster positive sports experiences. We offer opportunities in soccer, football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, tennis, cheerleading, lacrosse, wrestling, camps and more! In order for participants to truly benefit from these experiences, a positive approach must be embraced by everyone in the program, including program administrators, staff, instructors, coaches, parents and participants. The purpose of these programs is to provide a fun and accessible sports experience for all. Participation in athletics helps develop self-esteem, promotes teamwork, and develops the mind and body. To ensure our philosophy is successful, we will follow these guidelines: Everyone can participate: Registration is open to adults and all boys and girls ages 3-14 (Grade 8), regardless of skill level or physical abilities. In regards to competitive travel teams, everyone is provided the opportunity to try-out. Everyone plays: Our goal is for everyone to PLAY. Rules mandate that every player must have equal playing time; we do not favor competition over participation. Everyone will play safe: Making safety a top priority for coaches, instructors and participants helps to prevent and reduce the number of injuries incurred by participants. Everyone will receive positive coaching: Positive encouragement from coaches and instructors will provide a positive atmosphere and experience for participants to develop skills. Everyone will play fair: Participants will be placed on balanced teams, giving each team a chance to compete fairly.

Of the course of the seasons, OCER will host special events specifically for our sports fans who can’t get enough of the action on gamedays. The events will often provide value-ad to our existing programs or serve as an opportunity for the community to gather around our favorite sports activities. Participation in our sports leagues or games is not required to our community sports events.

The program seeks to provide a family atmosphere, fostering growth and confidence within each individual, through their philosophy of process over product. Stagecrafters prides itself on nurturing students' independence while maintaining the importance of teamwork. From afterschool and Saturday classes to Private Coaching for Acting and Voice, Stagecrafters offers a wide variety of classes and activities for students of all ages from preschool on up. We stage eight mainstage productions each year!

Campers with the acting bug, currently grades K-8, will enjoy a summer filled singing, acting, dancing and having lots of fun while learning theatre techniques and skills in Stagecrafters Theatre Camp. Each three-week camp session will include field trips, special guest artists, late nights, Funky Friday “Game Days”, outdoor adventures and a grand finale field trip. Adaptive Theatre camps for campers with special needs are also available.

Orange Art Center Studio Workshops offer students the opportunity to explore a variety of art disciplines and multi-mediums within a day(s) time frame. Workshops are designed to teach beginner to experienced students. The time frame ranges from one to multi days and times range from a few hours to a full day.

Summer Camp Registration is coming in 2024! Residents can register on January 29, 2024 at 12 pm. Nonresidents can register on February 5, 2024 at 12 pm.

Orange Art Center is proud to offer art programming for teens in grades 6-12 in a beautiful fine art studio setting. Studios are equipped for drawing, illustration, painting, ceramics, jewelry, and more! Courses are offered after school between the hours of 3:30 pm - 5 pm and 5:30 pm - 7 pm.

Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is a dramatic arts program which seeks to help each student realize a positive self-image through the practice and technique of theatre. The program seeks to provide a family atmosphere, fostering growth and confidence within each individual, through their philosophy of process over product. Stagecrafters prides itself on nurturing students' independence while maintaining the importance of teamwork. From afterschool and Saturday classes to Private Coaching for Acting and Voice, Stagecrafters offers a wide variety of classes and activities for students of all ages from preschool on up. We stage eight mainstage productions each year!

The Orange Senior Center is the district's focal point for programs and services specific to individuals age 55 and over. The program provides opportunities for enrichment, education, socialization and companionship in a welcoming atmosphere.

Our trips and tours are designed for group adventure. From one day local trips to European multi-day travel, we look forward to our next big adventure and hope you'll join us!

Our goal is to provide fun, accessible, and positive youth sports experiences by emphasizing fundamentals and the spirit of the game, as well as sportsmanship, personal development and athletic growth.

Orange Community Education & Recreation has a variety of volunteer opportunities available for teens and adults of all ages. Whether volunteering to assist with summer camp, coaching, senior center activities or special events like Trunk or Treat, you'll have the opportunity to share your talents and gain valuable experience. Here is a short list of some of the amazing benefits you’ll receive! Gain confidence. Volunteering can help you gain confidence by giving you the chance to try something new and build a real sense of achievement. Make a difference. Volunteering can have a real and valuable positive effect on people, communities and society in general. Volunteering can help you meet different kinds of people and make new friends. Be part of a community. Volunteering can help you feel part of something outside your friends and family. Learn new skills. Volunteering can help you learn new skills, gain experience and sometimes even qualifications. Take on a challenge. Through volunteering you can challenge yourself to try something different, achieve personal goals, practice using your skills and discover hidden talents. Have fun! Most volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it.

The Orange Senior Center is the district's focal point for programs and services specific to individuals age 55 and over. The program provides opportunities for enrichment, education, socialization and companionship in a welcoming atmosphere.

Experience a world of color, creativity, and exploration with Young Artists courses and Art Enrichment Camps designed by the Orange Art Center. Each Young Artist Course is designed to inspire, nurture fine motor skills and decision making in a friendly creative setting. Enroll today in the Young Artist course offered by Orange Arts Center to grades K-8 After School, Saturday Mornings + Afternoons, and Evenings for Grades 10-12!