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Parks and
                                              Recreation
                                              Department
       Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs

Spring & Summer 2023
Spring & Summer 2023 - Parks and Recreation Department Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs
Mayor
                                       Michael A. McCabe

                                       Westfield City Council
                                       Nicholas Morganelli                  Ward 1
                                       Ralph J. Figy                        Ward 2
                                       Bridget Matthews Kane                Ward 3
                                       Michael J. Burns                     Ward 4
                                       John Beltrandi                       Ward 5
                                       William Onyski                       Ward 6
STAFF                                  James Adams                          At Large
                                       Dan Allie                            At Large
Scott Hathaway                         Brent B. Bean II                     At Large
                                       David A. Flaherty                    At Large
  Deputy Superintendant                Cindy C. Harris                      At Large
  scott.hathaway@cityofwestfield.org   Kristen Mello                        At Large
Jim Blascak                            Richard Sullivan                     At Large
  Program Coordinator
  j.blascak@cityofwestfield.org        Parks and Recreation Commission
                                       Scott LaBombard, Chairperson                         Vincent Olinski
Peg Goralczyk                          Michael Tirrell                                      Sara Unger
  Office Manager                       Kenneth Magarian                                     Jane DeBarbieri
  p.goralczyk@cityofwestfield.org      Douglas Morash                                       Peter Lurgio

Fran Cain
                                       Proud Members of:
  Acting Director of Public Works      National Recreation and Parks Association
                                       MA Recreation and Parks Association
                                       Pioneer Valley Recreation & Park Assoc.
                                       National Youth Sports Coaches Association
                                       New England Park Association

                                           Here’s What’s Inside
                                           Parks and Recreation Department ......................................1

                                           Parks / Playground ............................................................ 21

                                           Special Events ........................................................................3
Westfield Parks and                        Spring Programs ...................................................................5
Recreation Department
4 Holcomb Street                           Summer Programs ................................................................8
Westfield, MA 01085

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Westfield Parks and Recreation                                                                                                1

Mission                                                          Brochure Distribution
The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department is                 The department’s brochure is distributed throughout the
committed to enrich the quality of life through the promotion,   Westfield Public Schools and private schools. Mailed to all
development, and maintenance of public recreation and            past participants and available at the library and Mayor’s
enrichment opportunities, park lands and related facilities.     Office. The department produces a Spring/Summer and
                                                                 Fall/Winter brochure.
Westfield Parks and Recreation Commission
The Westfield Parks and Recreation Commission has                For the Safety of Our Children
monthly meetings on the second Monday of each month. All
meetings will be held in Room 315 in City Hall at 6:30p.m.       Participant Dismissal Policy
Anyone who would like to address the Commission needs to         Any parent who does not want their child to be allowed to
be placed on the agenda by calling the Parks and Recreation      leave a program site on their own or with anyone other than
Department (572-6263) two weeks before each meeting.             their parent, can have their child held at the program site
The Parks and Recreation Commission is made up of eight          until they arrive to get them. Program pick-up permission
members from the community appointed by the Mayor                slips and information may be obtained at time of registration
and approved by the City Council. The purpose of the             or anytime during the program. Parents are encouraged to
Commission is to set policies and advise the City Council        be on time when picking up their children.
on needed parks and recreation programs; oversee the city
recreation programs and park areas; and plan, acquire and        Programs Fill Quickly
develop recreation facilities, parks and open space areas to     The following programs have a maximum participation
meet future needs as the city grows.                             level. The department will not increase the participation
                                                                 levels once the program is filled. So don’t wait until the last
Sincere Appreciation                                             minute to register for the following programs:
The commission would like to thank Westfield Public              Theater Arts – Start Smart – Nature Secrets/Nature
Schools for the use of school facilities. The extra time and     Detectives/Little Picassos – Horseback Riding
energy from secretaries, custodians, teachers and principals
is greatly appreciated.                                          Volunteers
Program Cancellations                                            Volunteers can demonstrate to the community that people
To receive information such as program cancellations due         really care about the parks and recreation programs by
to inclement weather, etc. please call the department at         wanting to help with the operation and improvements
572 – 6263 then press 7, or visit www.leaguelineup.com/          of them. Citizens who volunteer can take back into the
wprcancellations.                                                community a true picture of the Westfield Parks and
                                                                 Recreation Department and can be ambassadors of good
Please be aware that some programs many cancel due to the
fact there are not enough registered to hold the program.        will. These are some of the reasons why we encourage the
When this happens, you will be notified and offered either       services of volunteers whenever possible to supplement, but
an opportunity to take another program, receive credit or        not replace, the services of paid employees.
receive a refund. Every effort will be made to notify you
if a program has been cancelled or changed. Programs are         Refund Policy
subject to change in time, date, location and/or personnel.      The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department reserves
                                                                 the right to cancel, postpone, or combine programs. If
Photo Policy                                                     insufficient enrollment causes an activity to be cancelled,
The department reserves the right to photograph/videotape        participants will receive a full refund. Please allow 3-4
program participants/spectators for publicity purposes.          weeks for the processing of refunds.
                                                                 To be eligible for a requested refund, the request must be
Americans with Disabilities Act                                  received three working days before program has started.
The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department complies           No refunds/credits will be granted after a program/activity
with the American with Disabilities                              has met more than two times. Your request will need to be
Act     (ADA)     which       prohibits                          a letter to the department stating the reason why you are
discrimination on the basis of                                   requesting a refund along with your name and address.
disability. The department will make                             There will be an administrative fee of $10.00 per program
reasonable    accommodations        for                          refunded. If you chose to have a credit placed on your
individuals with disabilities who meet
                                                                 household account, the credit cannot be transferred to a
essential eligibility requirements.
                                                                 refund check.
Contact the department regarding
special accommodations.
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2                                                      Westfield Parks and Recreation
Our Service Promise                                                Fee Assistance and Scholarships
If at any time we do not meet our obligation of providing          The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department recognizes
quality programs and facilities and you feel there is a problem    there are community residents who may suffer from
with our service, the Parks and Recreation department will         economic setbacks that might preclude their participation in
work with you in one of the following ways to make it right        the programs. If such a need exists, please visit our website
with you.                                                          to print out the forms, or contact the department at 572-6263.
1. Repeat a program at no additional charge.
2. Receive a credit good for use towards any program or            Give the Gift of Fun and Joy to a Child
   service fee.                                                    Donate to the Youth Scholarship Fund
3. Receive a prorated refund or credit due to a medical
                                                                   The Youth Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance
   problem based upon number of classes attended.
                                                                   to children who would not otherwise be able to participate
4. Meet with staff to discuss the situation and arrive at an
   equitable solution.                                             in our programs and activities. If you would like to
                                                                   contribute, you may send a check or “ADD UP” on your
Help Keep Your Parks Clean                                         registration form.
Please place your garbage in proper garbage containers
located at each area.                                              “Add Up For Easy Giving”
                                                                   A great way to contribute to the Youth Scholarship Fund
Park Regulations                                                   is to “ADD UP” when you register. Simply round off your
***No Smoking*** - The City of Westfield has banned                payment to the next easy denomination and enter this
smoking in all Parks & Playgrounds.                                additional amount on the Youth Scholarship Fund donation
Park Hours - Dawn to Dusk                                          line on your registration form.
Property Damage - No person shall deface, disfigure, break,        Financial Assistance
cut, tamper with, displace or remove from any park, park
property, either permanent or temporary.                           Financial assistance for youth programs fees is available
                                                                   through the Youth Scholarship Fund. The fund will
Dogs - Owner shall remove all waste deposited by his or
                                                                   subsidize the program fee for a youth participant. “Youth” is
her animal in all areas of parks.
                                                                   considered anyone 17 years old or younger or still a student
Vehicles - Vehicle parking is only allowed in designated           in high school. Financial assistance must be applied for at
areas. No vehicles are allowed to park on any grass area           the time of registration.
without permission from the department.
                                                                   Eligibility: To register for a program and apply for financial
No person shall possess, drink or consume any alcoholic
                                                                   assistance, return a completed registration form and a
beverage or any malt beverage upon any school, park or
                                                                   completed financial assistance form to the department.
playground property of the city.
                                                                   Both forms can be obtained at the department’s office or call
Participant Code of Conduct                                        572-6263.
Equal Access - No participants shall on the basis of race, sex,    Notice: A $25.00 service fee will be applied to checks with
creed, national origin or disability, be denied equal access to    insufficient funds.
programs, activities, services or benefits, or be limited in the
exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity.
Behavior - Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate
behavior at all times. The following guidelines have been
developed to make recreation department programs safe
and enjoyable for all participants. Additional rules may be
developed for particular programs and athletic leagues as
deemed necessary by staff:
Participants shall:
  • Show respect to all participants, volunteers and staff
  • Refrain from using foul language
  • Refrain from causing bodily harm to other participants,
    volunteers and staff
  • Show respect for equipment, supplies and facilities
Discipline - A positive approach will be used. The Westfield
Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to
dismiss a participant. Each situation will be evaluated on its
own merit.
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Special Events                                                                                                                  3

23rd Annual Big Wheel 500                                           Mayors Easter Egg Hunt
Drivers ages 3-6, rev up your engines for the annual Big Wheel      Join Mayor Mike McCabe at the 29th Annual Easter Egg
500. Each driver must bring their own vehicle (Big Wheel)           Hunt. Children hunt for plastic eggs filled with small toys
and helmet. Big Wheel must have plastic tires, no rubber tires      or candy in an area designated for their age group. Special
please. Be prepared for a grueling race around the parking          appearance from the Easter Bunny and several other local
lot at Westfield High School. All participants must arrive by       characters. Games and face- painting will also be available
11:45 pm to register. Register early at the parks and recreation    to enjoy. Participants are asked to bring a non-perishable
office. Division races begin promptly at 12:00pm. Divisions         food item to be donated to the Westfield Food Pantry.
will be determined by the number of participants enrolled.
Participants are able to practice prior to race.                    Date: Saturday April 1st (Rain or Shine!)
                                                                    Fee: Free
Date: June 4 			                 Age: 3 - 6                         Ages: 1 - 10
Time: 12:00pm race time          Day: Sunday                        Time: 9:30am
Fee: $15 per participant, includes t-shirt                          Location: Westfield Middle School Field - Use the first
Location:                                                           entrance to Amelia Park on South Broad Street and
Westfield High                                                      follow around to the Boys and Girls Club.
School Parking                                                      Don’t forget a container for your eggs, and a donation
Lot                                                                 for the Westfield Food Pantry!

  Thank you to the following individuals who “Added Up” with their fall/winter program registrations!
  Veronica Acevedo         Julia Colon               Sarah Heckman            Angela Lamothe           Reina Pellegrini
  Jorge Alvarado           Alfred Colonna Jr         Robert & Maureen Hamel   Amanda Lamountain        Stephen Phillips
  Sergio Alvarado          Ali Connor                Nichole Hellers          Meredith Lawrence        Jeff & Tracy Piper
  Sara Anderson-Potts      Sarah Coughlin            Crystal Hickey           Deanna Leighty           Suzanne & Erik Pedersen
  Edmund Apostle           Amy Craven                Elba Houser              Racheal Lemon            Katrina Popielarczyk
  Janea Barrett            Emilie Crumpton           Crystal Hynek            Deborah Lennon           Anna Rigali
  Shannon Barry            Chelsie & Kevin Cremona   George Imbayi            Jillian Leon             Tara Roberts
  Annie Bartlett           Cora Daley                Lenny Jasmin             Marco Liquori            Dominika Podolska-Blair
  Richard Barus            Jennifer Daley            Polina Jitov             Heather Lloyd            Apryl Sabadosa
  Matthew Beattie          Lori Dearborn             John Johnson             Tom Locke                Maria Sardinha
  Laura Bendiksen          Jason & Laura Debruin     Curtis Jones             Laurel Lower             Jody Schnabl
  Justine Bernado          Ron Deroy Jr              Johanne Juste            Julianne Mack            Mike & Lianne Raposo
  Candice Berube           Gregg Desmarais           Gina Kane                Kerrie Mancino           Julieann Schortmann
  Tami Bliven              Danielle Dessereau        Heather Kane             Andrew Mcardle           Rebecca Shoemaker
  Anthony Bouchard         Lauren Donnelly           Meghan Kane              Ariel Mccarthy           Jessica Simon
   Lauren Bouvier          Kelly Duffy-Clark         Nicole Kane              David Meagher            Ethan Slavin
  Jessica Bray             Bryan Edelman             Will Kann                Kristyn & Greg Miller    Stephanie St Louis
  Shondra Britton          Janice Fedor              Simon Kebede             Sarah Monroe             Molly St Peter
  Rachael Brodeur          Colleen Dziengelewski     Joshua Kelly             Layah Monteiro           Fawn Strandness
  Meghan Brown             Stephanie French          Natallia Khotsin         Patrick Moody            Donald Strange
  Olivia Brown             Dawn Gahran               Pamela Kotarski          Peter & Karen Miller     Elliot Szlachetka
  Amanda Bruno             Lauren Gallagher          Jill & Andrew Knights    Alexis Morales           Laura Taylor
  Tony Capua               Patricia Gaspar           Kelly Kraft              Marianne Morrissey       Stephen Thomas
  Erin & Tony Burke        Kristen Gleason           Rebecca Kreke            Alyssa Nangle            Cody Turcotte
  Jennifer Castell         Gina Grabowski            Michael Krok             Melissa & Bob Moriarty   Brian Velazquez
  Maureen Cavanaugh        Ashley Graveline          Jennifer Kubic           Nicole Niemiec           Krista Walker
  Amanda Charter           Dawn Grimaldi             Karissa Kustra           Kaitlyn O’Brien          Michael Werman
  Ashley Clarke            Laura Hardy               Cole Labonte             Nicholaus Paradis        Marcy Werner
  Courtney Collins         Indra Harris              Lisa Lamarche            Stephanie Paul           Amy Woody
Spring & Summer 2023 - Parks and Recreation Department Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs
4                                                                                                        Park News
                 MUNICIPAL, CHAPMAN & SADIE KNOX PLAYGROUND – SPRAY PAD AND PARK RULES
    • Municipal Playground is located on Greylock Street which is off Franklin Street. Please use the parking lot
      which is located on Greylock Street. Chapman Playground is located on St. Paul Street. Please use parking lot
      located on Fowler Street. Sadie Knox Playground is located on Prospect Street.
    • Spray Pad Hours: 10:30a.m. – 8:00p.m. Monday – Sunday            June – September
    • Water will be turned off if: 1) outside temperature is below 68 F or less or 2) inclement weather.
    • Activate water by placing hand over and touch the top of green bollards (posts).
    • Water is not re-circulated.
    • Spray pad surface may be slippery when wet, use caution – footwear is strongly recommended.
    • Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Swim diapers are required for children under
      four years of age.
    • Do not swing, hang, pull, climb on or throw objects at spray equipment.
    • Not responsible for lost or stolen items.
    • No skateboarding, roller blading, bicycling, scooters, pets, water balloons, beach balls, etc. are allowed in and
      around spray pad and pavilion area.
    • Security Notice – Park is protected by video surveillance.
    • No grilling, outdoor cooking, glass containers or breakable objects allowed in the park.
    • Restrooms are open to park users and are open only when a supervisor is present.
    • Spray pad or pavilion can not be reserved for parties or groups.
    • All participants must conduct themselves in a courteous and safe manner. City of Westfield reserves the right
      to remove parties from the pad or park that are not in compliance with spray pad or park rules.
    • No food or beverages allowed in or on the spray pad area.
    • Please clear or exit the area when conditions for thunder or lightening are possible.
    • Municipal & Chapman Playground is open dawn to dusk. When basketball, tennis or horseshoe lights are on
      the parks are open to 10:45p.m.
    • Please report vandalism or park damage to Westfield Parks and Recreation Department at 572-6263; for
      emergency contact the Westfield Police.
    The City of Westfield or its agents assumes no liability for injuries sustained in the use of these facilities.

            WE ARE NOW ONLINE!
            To register online, click on the link below!
                  WestfieldMAParksRec.com
            To get started, click on the New Account
            icon in the center of the page. You will
            only need to create one account for
            your entire family.
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Spring Programs                                                                                                           5

Intro to Movement with Dacia                                   Start Smart
New to exercising? Looking to get out and enjoy the fresh      When is a child old enough to play sports? In this sport
air? Did you know exercise is one of the best ways to          crazed world, that is a question with many answers. Start
relieve stress and anxiety?                                    Smart is a proven instructional program that prepares
                                                               children for the world of organized sports without the
This is a great beginner group exercise platform designed      threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Parents/
to burn some calories without any harsh expectations.          guardians work together with your own children in a
Move at your comfort level and get out of your comfort         supportive environment to learn all the basic skills. Start
zone. Most workouts will be body weight movements and          Smart was developed by top motor development specialists
will be held outside while surrounding yourself with those     in the field of youth sports. Parents and child groups
who inspire and motivate you.                                  perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence
Workouts may consist of a warmup, jogging/ running,            while having FUN at the same time. Different aspects of
body weight and banded exercises, and some weighted            throwing, catching and hitting different size balls will
exercises that will help increase your strength and stamina.   be introduced along with golf. Games will be played in
This can be done at your pace, so you scale it back or turn    kickball and t-ball. Fee includes all equipment. Participant
the heat up! All you need is a mat and water.                  will receive t-shirt on first day of program.
                                                               This program requires total parent/guardian involvement.
*Bonus, Weekly workout Challenges and nutritional
guidance available                                             Date:       April 29 – June 10 (no program May 27)
Date:       Session A April 20 – May 25                        Age:        3 - 4			             Fee:    $40
            Session B June 15 – July 20		                      Day:        Saturday		           Time: 9:00am - 9:45am
Age:        18 and up                                          Max: 25 - 30
Fee:        $69.00				 Max: 10                                 Location: Westfield Middle School Field
Time:       5:30 – 6:30pm 			 Days: Thursday
Location: Municipal Playground                                 Boys T-Ball
Instructor: Dacia Lucas
Dacia’s Background - Personal Training, Cross-Fit, obstacle    T-Ball is an instructional baseball program for boys 4-5
course racing, and gymnastics. My goal is to empower you       years of age. A batting tee is used instead of a pitcher and
through encouragement and motivation.                          designed to accommodate each child according to their
Credentials: ACE Certified*                                    skill level. Participants must provide their own glove. A
*Group Exercise Fitness Instructor                             foam ball will be used. Teams will be formed prior to the
*Fitness Nutrition Specialist                                  first session. If your child needs to be placed with a certain
*Weight Management Specialist.                                 individual for car pooling please place individuals name on
*Ambassador to STRONGCAMP & STRONG Fitness                     your registration form indicating such.
Magazine                                                       Date:         April 24 – June 5 (No meeting May 29)
CPR/AED Certification                                          Age:          Session A 4 - 5 yr old
                                                               Time:         5:30pm - 6:30pm      Day: Mondays
                                                               Fee:          $50					 Max: 48 per session
                                                               Location:     Westfield Middle School Field
                                                               Instructor:   Volunteer Coaches, staff member on site

                                                               Date:       April 26– May 31
                                                               Age:        Session B 4 - 5 yr old
                                                               Time:       5:30pm - 6:30pm      Day: Wednesdays
                                                               Fee:        $50				              Max: 48 per session
                                                               Location: Westfield Middle School Field
  NOTE FOR CHILDREN’S SPORTS PROGRAMS                          Instructor: Volunteer Coaches, staff member on site
  Our sports programs for children under the age
  of 6 years are non-competitive and emphasize the
  “FUN”damentals of the sport. Participants will be
  taught the basic skills of the sport, however, other games
  may be played during the program to further develop
  the motor skills needed to play the sport. When playing,
  scores will not be recorded, but rather the importance of
  teamwork, fun, and physical fitness will be stressed.
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6                                                                                        Spring Programs
                                                                 Spring Vacation Horseback Riding
                    COACHES MEETING                              A.J. Stables located 1040 East Mountain Road in Westfield,
                     Boys and Girls T-Ball                       has acres of beautiful pasture and trails. Programs have been
                          Date: TBD                              created for your child to enjoy a bit of the country in the
                          Time: TBD                              city. Spend a day on the farm experiencing how to care for
                                                                 and ride a horse. Each day you child will receive a riding
       Mandatory for all adults who will be a volunteer          lesson and learn about feeding, grooming, and maintenance
        coach or an assistant coach programs listed.             associated with horses. Participants will experience brushing,
                                                                 tacking, cleaning, walking etc. All lessons are conducted by
                                                                 a Massachusetts Licensed Riding Instructor. All programs
                                                                 take place at A. J. Stables. You must register your child(ren)
Girls T-Softball                                                 through the parks and recreation office using a program
T-Ball is an instructional softball program for girls 4-5        registration form. When dropping off children please drive
years of age. A batting tee is used instead of a pitcher and     to the back of the property. PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY.
designed to accommodate each child according to their            Program Guidelines
skill level. Participants must provide their own glove. An 11    No sandals or open toed shoes
inch softball will be used. Teams will be formed prior to the    Provide backpack for personal items
first session. If your child needs to be placed with a certain   Wear long pants for riding horses
individual for car pooling please place individuals name on      Bring rain coat on rainy days
your registration form indicating such.                          No canvass sneakers
Date:       April 25 – May 30 Age:      4 - 5 yr olds            Program held rain or shine
Time:       5:30pm - 6:30pm		 Day: Tuesday                       Bring snack/drinks-will set aside time
Fee:        $50					 Max: 48                                     Apply sunscreen and bug spray before arriving
Location: Westfield Middle School Field                          Participants will get dirty so please wear appropriate
                                                                 clothing. Department will provide riding helmets on a loan
Instructor: Volunteer Coaches, staff member on site
                                                                 basis for each riding session.
                                                                 Parents/Guardians are requested to leave the farm after
Westfield Girl’s Free Basketball Clinic Series                   they drop their child(ren) off and not linger around the
Fast paced session s of skills and scrimmaging with Girls        farm. Pictures can be taken on Thursday of each session.
Suburban Coordinator John Deland
Date:         Day: Varies			 Fee: FREE                           Vacation Week Horseback Riding
April 12      Wednesday			 April 27 Thursday                     Spend a morning on the farm experiencing feeding,
May 9         Tuesday			 May 24            Wednesday             grooming and maintenance associated with horses and
June 8        Thursday                                           ponies. Participants will experience the brushing, tacking,
Location:     Westfield Intermediate School                      saddling and cleaning of horses. Will include a riding lesson
Instructor:   John Deland                                        each day. **Dress appropriate for weather!
Time:         Grades 3 - 7		 6:00 - 7:00pm
                                                                 Date:       April 17 – 20
                                                                 Age:        6 – 14
Adult Softball Leagues                                           Time:       9:00am - 12 noon
Form your own team and join our league. Team is                  Day:        M-TH
responsible for providing own team shirts and sponsor.           Fee:        $180 per child
Date:         April                                              Max:        25
Ages:         18 and older
Location:     Whitney Playground                                 Weekend Horseback Riding
Time:         Varies on game day                                 Date:       Session A    April 22 – 23
Days:         Coed M/T/W Division, Women’s Thursday, 		                      Session B    June 3 – 4
              Men’s Friday                                                   Session C    June 17 – 18
Fee:          $375 per team (Teams will also be responsible
              for umpire and scorekeeper fees each game)         Day:        Saturday – Sunday
I.D.#:        Coed M/T/W		         Fee: $375                     Age:        6 – 14
              Men’s Friday 			     Fee: $375                     Time:       9:00am - 12 noon
              Women’s Thursday Fee: $375                         Fee:        $100 per child
                                                                 Max:        25
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Spring Programs                                                                                                               7

Youth Tennis Lessons                                             Spring Pickleball for Adults
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity         Intro to Pickleball is designed to introduce adults of all ages
to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of         to one of the fastest growing paddle sports. Participants will
instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip,       be taught the basics of the game: Serving, return, grip, swing,
stance, swing, serve and ball placement as well as hitting       footwork, ball placement (dinking), keeping score and the
with control for depth and power. Please bring own tennis        general rules of the game. Participants will also learn drills
racket, water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear.        they can practice at home! Participants should bring water,
Date:         April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 & 13                    a small hand towel and wear appropriate clothing and
Day:          Saturday                                           footwear.
Fee:          $65                                                Date:       Session A April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, & 20
Location:     Municipal Playground                                           Session B June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1 & 8
Instructor:   Nicole Vilane      Max: 10                         Ages:       18 & up			 Fee:             $65
Age:          4-6				 Time: 12:00pm -12:45pm                     Time:       9:30 - 11:30am		 Day:       Saturday
Age:          7-9				 Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm                      Instructor: Lucas Castro		 Max:         8
Age:          10-14			 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm                     Location: Municipal Playground

Adult Tennis                                                     Spring Pee Wee Soccer
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity         The first half of camp will focus on the introduction to
to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of         the game of soccer. Basic skills will be taught through the
instruction and practice. Each session will focus on a new       enjoyment of games led by our Directors of Coaching and
skill, building towards Mixed Doubles and Doubles Match          our Senior Coaches. Mini campers will then enjoy game play
play. Please bring own tennis racket, water and wear             versus other mini campers during the second half of camp.
appropriate clothing and footwear                                Our spring session is run in conjunction with Westfield FC’s
Date:         May 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14 & 21                    Mini-Camp.
Location:     Municipal Playground                               Date:       April 14 - May 19  Max: 30
Instructor:   Nicole Vilane 			 Max: 10                          Ages:       5-8					 Fee:              $75 per child
Age:          18 & Up				 Fee:              $65                  Time:       5:30pm - 6:30pm 		 Day: Friday
Time:         6:00pm -7:15pm		 Day: Wednesdays                   Location:   Woronoco Soccer Fields – North Rd.

Spring Pickleball for Youth                                      Spring Field Hockey Clinic
Intro to Pickleball is designed to introduce children to one     Dust off the cobwebs from your stick, or come give a new
of the fastest growing paddle sports. Participants will be       sport a try! All ages and experience are welcome! Experienced
taught the basics of the game: Serving, return, grip, swing,     players are encouraged to bring a non field hockey friend!
footwork, ball placement (dinking), keeping score and the        Please bring water. Sticks are available for players who need
general rules of the game. Participants will also learn drills   one. Shin guards and mouth guards are recommended, but
they can practice at home! Participants should bring water,      not required.
a small hand towel and wear appropriate clothing and
                                                                 Dates:      May 13 Rain date May 14
footwear.
                                                                 Time:       9:30am – noon		 Day: Saturday
Date:         April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, & 20                  Grades:     1 - 8 				 Fee:              FREE
Age:          10 – 15				 Fee:               $65                 Location: Boardman Athletic Field 177 Montgomery Road
Time:         12 noon - 1: 30pm Day: Saturday                    (Behind WHS)
Instructor:   Lucas Castro			 Max: 8                             Instructor: Jenn Oakland – Westfield Warriors coach,
Location:     Municipal Playground                               Westfield High Varsity Coach, USAFH Level 2 Certifield.
                                                                 Pre-registration is not required but helpful!
                                                                 Registration is simple: please email your child’s name,
                                                                 grade and your phone number to Jenn Oakland at
                                                                 westfieldwarriorsfieldhockey@gmail.com
Spring & Summer 2023 - Parks and Recreation Department Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs
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                                                                   13 yr. olds $45 per week
                                                                   14 yr. olds $25 per week
                                                                   15 yr. olds Free
                                                                   Dates:      Session A June 20 – 23 (No Monday, June 19)
                                                                               Session B June 26 – 30
                                                                               Session C July 3 – 7 (No Tuesday, July 4)
                                                                               Session D July 10 – 14
                                                                               Session E July 17 – 21
                                                                               Session F July 24 – 28
                                                                               Session G July 31 – August 4
                                                                               Session H August 7 – 11
                                                                   Fee:        Session A & C $100/week (4 day weeks)
                                                                               Session B, D - H $125 per week
                                                                               Per day fee - $35.00
                                                                   Location: Westfield Voc-Tech High School
                                                                   Time:       7:30am - 5:30pm
Adventure Zone is a full day program for children 5-12             Age:        5-12
years of age. Designed for the working parent(s) who               Day:        M-F
need affordable child care during the summer. Adventure            Instructor: Nicole Vilante
Zone will offer a rich program experience for participants.
Activities include, but not limited to; arts and crafts, sports,
tournaments, field trips, swimming once a week (Agawam             Parent/Guardian Orientation Meeting
State Pool), environmental activities, guest speakers and          Get informed about the program before you send your child
much more. Participants are divided into age appropriate           to Adventure Zone. Learn everything you need to know from
groups. Some of the benefits of attending this are a sense         activities being offered, field trip and swimming routine,
of adventure, building self esteem, socialization, interaction     volunteer roles, staff roles and parent responsibilities.
with peers, increasing creativity and personal growth.             Receive parent handbook at orientation, if not attending
Participants should bring own lunch, snack and drink.              handbooks are mailed the first week in June.
Lunches should be brought in a small cooler with ice pack.
                                                                   Date:       Tuesday, May 2 		    Time: 6:00pm
Refrigeration is not available. Water will be available for
drinks.                                                            Location:   Municipal Playground Pavilion, Greylock/
                                                                               Hubbard Street
Will visit Municipal Playground’s Spray Park
                                                                   Registration requires a separate form than the one located
                                                                   in this brochure. Please call the dept. to receive the
Field Trips                                                        Adventure Zone registration form.
Field trip expenses will be the responsibility of the              Staff attends ten hours of training, are First Aid/CPR
participant. Some of our destinations for this summer will         certified and have Criminal Background checks. The
be to Play Bousquet, Brownstone Park, Starfires Baseball           program maintains a 1:10 staff/participant ratio.
Game and Sonny’s Place. Participants will have a field trip
once a week. Pack a mask, as they may be required on the           The staff consist two co-directors who are 21years of age or
bus and/or at the field trip.                                      older and 8 - 10 leaders who are 18 years of age and over,
                                                                   who have experience working with children.

Junior Leaders                                                                A quality full day program
Children who are 13 and older may apply for volunteering
as a Junior Leader.
                                                                            to meet your child care needs!
Volunteer application must be completed prior to May 31.
Will only accept 5-6 volunteers per session. Junior Leaders
are responsible for their own field trip fees.
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Summer Playground Program                                           Little Kickers
A great program that lets kids be kids. Led by our vibrant staff,   This camp is designed as a fun, non stressful introduction to
the playground program is a celebration of imagination for          soccer for young girls and boys. Points of emphasis will be
youth, as they bring dreams to life. This program includes a        safety, basic skills, simple drills, and daily micro soccer games.
wide variety of games, crafts, sports and tournaments. Two          Date:       Session A July 10 – 14 9:00am - 11:00am
- three qualified staff members will supervise each of the          Age:        5 - 8				 Day: M - F
playgrounds who are CPR and First Aid certified. Program
                                                                    Fee:        $70 per child, fee includes drink and t-shirt
will be held depending funding.
                                                                    Location:   Westfield Middle School Soccer Fields
Date:       July 3 – Aug 4 (No July 4) Age:    6 - 12
Time:       8:30am - 1:30pm			            Day: M-F
Fee:        Free, no registration required
                                                                    World Cup Soccer
Locations: Papermill Playground, Munger Hill School                 A fun soccer experience ideal for learning or improving
Playground, Municipal Playground, Chapman Playground                skills. Focus will be on dribbling, passing, receiving,
and Sadie Knox Playground.                                          shooting, defensive tactics and field play. Includes daily skill
                                                                    challenges, games and a Mini World Cup Tournament!
Department reserves the right to close a site if not adequate
participation.                                                      Age:        9 - 12       Day: M-F
                                                                    Date:       July 17 – 21 Time: 8:30am – 11:30am
                                                                    Fee: 	$80 per child, fee includes drink and t-shirt
Westfield Girls Basketball Camp                                     Location: 	Westfield Middle School Soccer Fields
Come explore the game of basketball! This beginner
program focusses on fundamentals and fun! Learn dribbling,
shooting, layups, defense and more, through drills and
games designed for this age group. Whether you’ve never
played or are a returning player, this program will sharpen
your skills, understanding, and passion for the game.
Highly rewcommended for girls who have played (or plan
to play) in the Park & Rec program and aspire to play at the
Suburban Level in 4th or 5th grade.
Date: June 26 – 29 (Rain day Fri. June 30)
Grades: 1 - 3     Ages: 6 - 9
Time: 6:00 -7:00 pm Day: M-Th
Fee:    $55 per child, includes t-shirt
Location: Chapman Playground Basketball Courts
Instructor: John Deland, Westfield Girls Suburban Coach
             and Coordinator                                        Dance Camp
                                                                    This camp will include a little of everything: jazz, acro, ballet,
Soccer Camps                                                        tap, lyrical and hip hop. It will be a fantastic week of dance
                                                                    friends fun and a few surprises! We will end the weeks with
Join us for an outstanding soccer experience. Our camps             a special talent showcase for our family and friends along
are organized to accommodate every ability from beginner            with a awards for all of the dancers. Each week will include
to advanced. Full or short games played daily. Participants         manicures, pedicures, glitter tattoos, yoga, musical theatre &
should bring extra drinks, footwear and a ball to camp.             themed party days. Make your own sundae! Everyone will
Location: All sessions will take place at Westfield Middle          enjoy a pool party at Roots Aquatic & Fitness Center and of
School Soccer Fields                                                course a few special appearances by a princess or superhero.
Instructors                                                         Remember to wear comfortable clothes or dance clothes. If
Dan Tenero is a Retired Physical Education teacher in               you have dance shoes please being them if not the dance
Westfield with a Masters Degree in Movement Science. He             center has extra tap shoes we would be happy to share with
has many years of soccer experience including co-directing          you bring a drink and a snack.
the parks and recreation summer soccer program for over             Date:       Session A July 10 – 14
twenty years.                                                                   Session B July 31 – Aug 4
Mark Fournier is a retired Adaptive PE Teacher in Holyoke           Age:        4 and up
for almost 30 yrs. He played soccer at Westfield State              Time:       9:00am - 12:30pm    Day:       M–F
University, and began coaching his senior year. He has              Fee:        $130 per child			 Max: 20
coached all levels but mainly both boys and girls high school       Location: All Star Dance Center - 209 Root Road
teams at Holyoke High.                                              Instructor: All – Stars Dance Center Staff
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All Star Tuesdays!                                              Westfield Junior Golf Camp
Session A – Glow in the Dark Spa Party                          Camp includes 8 hours of golf instructions: shortgame, full
Get ready to get your glow on as we glow the night away!        swing, playing thoughts, and fun games to help learning
We’ll rock out to amazing music, dancing the night away         friendly competition.
with some Jazz/Acro along with glitter glow tattoos as we
slip into relaxation mode. We will be pampered with a spa       Wear athletic attire, golf shoes or sneakers. Bring own clubs
treatment or two! Next, we will enjoy ice cream sundaes         if you have them. Club will provide clubs for others. Bring
and goodie bags to end this amazing event!                      water and snacks.
Session B – Moving with Moana                                   Date:         June 26 – 29 			 Age: 7-14 Grade: 2 - 9
Set your sight on the horizon and set sail for an Island        Time:         9:00am – 11:00am
Adventure from the movie Moana. Enjoy island crafts, a          Fee:          $140 per child   Max: 60     Day: M – TH
BBQ lunch complete with coconut drinks and even learn to        Location:     East Mountain Country Club
swim like Moana and Maui! We will learn a great dance to        Instructor:   Ted Perez, Jr.-PGA Golf Professional
our island music and end the day with a show for all to see.
Session C – Unicorn University                                  Youth Volleyball Camp for Boys and Girls
We don’t sweat, we sparkle! Join us for a dance filled day      Campers will be instructed on the fundamental techniques
learning lyrical, ballet and acro moves. Let the magic inside   and strategies that are used in the game of volleyball.
you make your most creative self with a craft. Be a unicorn     Whether this is your first time playing or have played before,
on a field full of horses! We’ll stand out with our manicures   come learn from some local high school coaches and players.
& face paint. We are one of a kind at Unicorn University!!      We will cover serving, passing, setting, hitting, blocking and
(sweet treat included)                                          digging.
Session D – Fancy Nancy                                         Knee pads are recommended but not required. Bring water,
Fancy Nancy would like to invite you to join us for a           lunch and snacks.
stupendous day of dancing, a sparkling craft, a fancy hairdo
                                                                Date:        August 14 – 17 		 Age: 10-15
& shimmering nails. You will enjoy a stupendous lunch and
                                                                Time:        9:00am –1:00pm
take home a tres bon goodie bag!!! Fancy Nancy herself will
                                                                Fee:         $85 per child    Max: 48    Day: M - TH
escort you to the extravaganza!
                                                                Location: Westfield High School Gym
Session E – Mickey & Minnie Disco Party                         Instructor:	Tyler Wingate, WHS Boys & Girls Varsity
“Hiya Pal, it’s Me Mickey Mouse, I’m calling all Mousketeers                 Volleyball Coach and Phys. Ed teacher.
for the best disco party known to man! Minnie Mouse has
spent a ton of time planning this event for all our Terrific
Friends.”                                                       Theater Arts
                                                                Have you ever wanted to be an actor or actress? Join us for
Join us for a night of Disco, Disney inspirited crafts and
                                                                a little theater fun. Learn stage movement, voice projection,
lunch that our friend Pluto taste tested himself! Of course,
                                                                and characterization. Enjoy your own moment in the
no party can go without the coolest goodie bags. We can’t
                                                                spotlight as you become part of a one act production! Join
wait to move and groove with you!
                                                                one of Westfield’s finest drama instructors. The children
Date:         Session A July 11                                 hold a performance for the public on the last day of each
Time:         4:00pm-7:00pm		 Ages: 3 & up                      session. Participants should bring a snack and drink. Please
Date:         Session B July 18                                 no peanut products!
Time:         9:30am-1:30pm		 Ages: 3 & up
                                                                Date:        Session A July 3 –14 (No Tuesday, July 4)
Date:         Session C July 25
                                                                             Session B July 17 – 28
Time:         9:30am-12:30pm		 Ages: 3 & up
                                                                Time         July 3 – 7   9:00am – 1:00pm
Date:         Session D August 1
                                                                             July 10 – 28 9:00am – 12:00pm
Time:         9:30am-12:30pm      Ages: 3 & up
                                                                Age:         9 and up
Date:         Session E August 8
                                                                Days:        M-F (No Monday, July 4)
Time:         9:30am-12:30pm      Ages: 3 & up
                                                                Max:         18
Location:     All Star Dance Center - 209 Root Road
                                                                Fee:         $90 per child
Fee:          $25 per child			 Max: 25
                                                                Location: Franklin Ave School
Instructor:   All – Stars Dance Center Staff
                                                                Instructor: 	Kathy Palmer is a local playwright & director
                                                                             with four plays published by Spenser Press
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*New* Field Hockey Goalie Clinic Series                           Register for Fall Field Hockey Teams
Calling all goalies!!! A special clinic just for you to work on   Field hockey program for participants in grades 2-8.
the basics, learn new skills with specialized attention. We       Please register for grade entering in fall of 2023. No prior
will work on footwork, clearing accuracy, fitness, diving and     experience is required. The season runs from August
confidence. A fun and competitive atmosphere is promised.         through November with games played against local cities/
Goalies need to have access to their own equipment and at         towns. The parent meeting and practices will start the fourth
least 1 year of experience.                                       week of August. Participants will need to provide their own
Dates:       July 20 – August 11 Day: Thursdays & Fridays         protective equipment: shin guards and mouth guards. The
Grades: 5 - 12 Time: 9:00 – 11:30am       Fee: $150               Park & Rec Department has sticks for players who wish to
Location: Boardman Athletic Field                                 borrow one. Uniforms will be provided and collected back
Instructor: Jenn Oakland, USAFH Level 2 certified coach           at the end of season family fun game in November. Players
and Westfield High varsity coach-originally from Westfield,       are asked to purchase team socks.
six year experience playing in Ireland at senior club level       A parent meeting will be held Monday August 21, 5:30pm
and represented Connacht at the Irish national level.             Department has field hockey sticks available on loan basis

Field Hockey Fundamental Skills Clinic                            Date:       August 21 – mid November
                                                                  Grades:     2-8
The month of July is devoted to the great sport of field
                                                                  Time:       varies
hockey. There will be two sessions offered dividing skill/
                                                                  Day:        practice 2-3x/week, games 1-2x/week
age to give players more what the need for the upcoming
                                                                  Fee:        $150
season. This will be 3 hours of skills, small sided games,
                                                                  Location: Boardman Athletic Field
and fun! All current Westfield Warriors are encouraged to
                                                                  Instructor: Jenn Oakland, USAFH Level 2 certified coach
attend. Please bring water, stick, shin guards and a mouth
                                                                  and Westfield High varsity coach-originally from Westfield,
guard. Sticks are available for those who need one.
                                                                  six year experience playing in Ireland at senior club level
Session A                                                         and represented Connacht at the Irish national level
Dates:      July 10 – 14 		 Grades: 2 - 5
Day:        M – F		 Time: 9:00am – noon
Session B
                                                                  Sports Sampler
Dates:      July 10 – 14 		 Grades: 6 - 12                        Have some fun. Sample a little of this and that. Learning
Day:        M – F		 Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm                         the basics of baseball, basketball, soccer and tennis.
Fee:        $80                                                   Cooperative team games will also be played! Participants
Location: Boardman Athletic Field                                 should bring extra drinks. No sandals or open toed shoes
Instructor: Jenn Oakland, USAFH Level 2 certified coach           during the athletic participation. Provide a bathing suit,
and Westfield High varsity coach-originally from Westfield,       towel and water shoes.
six year experience playing in Ireland at senior club level       Will visit spray park (weather permitting). Apply sunscreen
and represented Connacht at the Irish national level.             prior to arrival at camp.
                                                                  Date:       Session A July 17 – 21     Ages 5-8
Fall Field Hockey Preseason Conditioning/Skills Clinic                        Session B July 24 – 28     Ages 5-8
Get a jump start on conditioning and sharpening those skills      Time:       9:00am - 12:00pm		         Day: M-F
for the fall season. The focus will be on circuit training,       Fee:        $75 per child
speed, endurance, skills and game play. High school and           Location: Municipal Playground, meet at pavilion
Warriors field hockey players are encouraged to attend.           Max:        20
                                                                  Instructor: Nina King, Elementary Phys. Ed teacher at
Mouth, shin guards and sticks required. Sticks are available
                                                                  Munger Hill
for players who do not own one.
Dates:      August 7 – 11		 Grades:       5 - 12
Day:        M-F				 Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Fee:        $80
Location: Boardman Athletic Field
Instructor: Jenn Oakland, USAFH Level 2 certified coach
and Westfield High varsity coach-originally from Westfield,
six year experience playing in Ireland at senior club level
and represented Connacht at the Irish national level
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Skateboard Camp                                                  Tennis Lesson Camp
Want to learn how to Ollie, kick flip, or just ride your         No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity
skateboard. Instructors from Theory skate shop will be on        to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of
hand to teach beginner and intermediate tricks. Participants     instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip,
divided by age and ability level. Bring your own skateboard.     stance, swing, serve and ball placement as well as hitting
Helmets required, elbow and knee pads recommend. Bring           with control for depth and power. Please bring own
your own water and snacks. Participants will have an option      tennis racket and water and wear appropriate clothing and
to visit spray park 2-3 times per week                           footwear. Participants will have an option to visit spray
Date:          July 10 – 13 		 Age: 7 & up                       park 2-3 times per week. Will be notified on the first day of
Time:          9:00am – 12:00pm Day: M – Thur                    schedule.
Location: 	Chapman Playground Basketball Court,                 Date:        Session A July 3, 5 – 7      6-9 yr old
               St. Paul Street                                                Session B July 10 – 14       10 & up
Fee:           $75 per child                                                  Session C July 17 – 21       6-9 yr old
Instructors: 	Dan Dziuban - co-owner of Theory Skate                         Session D July 24 – 28       10 & up
               Shop, has been teaching skate camp for 20         Time:        9:00am - 12noon
               years and has been skateboarding for over         Location: Municipal Playground
               25 years.                                         Day: M-F Fee: Session A $60 per participant includes
                                                                              WPR bag
                                                                              Session B-D $75 per participant includes WPR
Intro to Youth Pickleball                                                     bag
Intro to Pickleball is designed to introduce children to one     Instructor: Irene Colvin – Current Boy’s High School coach,
of the fastest growing paddle sports. Participants will be                    has been coaching/instructing for over 10 years.
taught the basics of the game: Serving, return, grip, swing,
footwork, ball placement (dinking), keeping score and the
general rules of the game. Participants will also learn drills
they can practice at home! Participants will have an option
to visit spray park 2-3 times per week. Will be notified on
the first day of schedule. Participants should bring water,
a small hand towel and wear appropriate clothing and
footwear.
Date:         Session A July 10 – 14       10 – 15 yr old
Time:         12:00pm – 2:00pm
Location:     Municipal Playground
Day:          M-F		        Max: 8
Fee:          $75 per participant includes WPR bag
Instructor:   Lucas Castro
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Nature Secrets                                                 Horseback Riding Camp
Children can participate in a variety of outdoor activities    A.J. Stables located 1040 East Mountain Road in Westfield,
designed to stimulate their interest in the natural world.     has acres of beautiful pasture and trails. Programs have
Nature crafts, outdoor activities and games planned. Age       been created for you and your children to enjoy a bit of the
appropriate activities. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring a        country in the city. All riding lessons are conducted by a
snack/drink. Will allow participants to play on playground     Massachusetts licensed riding instructor. All programs
equipment.                                                     will take place at A.J. Stables at 1040 East Mountain Road.
Date:         Session A July 3 – 7 (No July 4)    Day: M-F     You must register your child(ren) through the parks and
              Session B July 17 – 21			           Day: M-F     recreation office using a program registration form. When
Age:          3-5								                         Max: 20      dropping off children please drive to the back of the property.
Time:         9:00am - 11:00am                                 PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY.
Fee:          Session A $52 per child,                         Program Guidelines
              Session B $65 per child                          No sandals or open toed shoes
Location:	   Stanley Park,                                    Provide backpack for personal items
              will meet at the playground pavilion             Wear long pants for riding horses
Instructors:	Session A: Heidi Hiner and TBA                   Bring rain coat on rainy days
              Session B: Heidi Hiner and TBA                   No canvass sneakers
                                                               Program held rain or shine
                                                               Bring snack/drinks-will set aside time
Nature Detectives                                              Apply sunscreen and bug spray before arriving
Be a detective and join us as we investigate different areas   Participants will get dirty so please wear appropriate
of nature. Participants will be exposed to an outdoor          clothing. Department will provide riding helmets on a loan
recreation setting while participating in nature activities.   basis for each riding session.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a snack/drink. Must be        Parents/Guardians are requested to leave the farm after
required age by start of program. Will allow participants to   they drop their child(ren) off and not linger around the
play on playground equipment.                                  farm. Pictures can be taken on Thursday of each session.
Date:       Session A July 10 – 14
Day:        M-F                                                Summer Riding
Age:        6-8		        Grade: K- 3
Time:       9:00am - 12noon                                    Spend a day on the farm experiencing how to care for and ride
Fee:        Session A - $75 per child                          a horse. Each day you child will receive a riding lesson and
Location: Stanley Park, meet at the playground pavilion        learn about feeding, grooming, and maintenance associated
Instructors: Heidi Hiner and TBA                               with horses. Participants will experience brushing, tacking,
                                                               cleaning, walking etc.
                                                               Date:       August 21 – 24
Little Picassos – Art in the Park!                             Age:        6 – 14
Your “Little Picassos” will be allowed to unleash the          Time:       9:00am - 12noon
“artist within” in a supervised, instructive, child-friendly   Day:        M-TH
environment. Activities will include art, games, songs and     Fee:        $180 per child
literature. Bring a snack and drink. Will allow participants   Max:        25
to play on playground equipment.
Date:        Session A July 24 – 28, Session B July 31-Aug 4   Weekend Summer Riding Camp
Age:         Session A 3 - 5 yrs   Session B 6 - 8 yrs
Time:        9:00am - 11:00am                                  Date: Session A Aug. 26 & 27       Day: Saturday & Sunday
Day:         M-F                                                     Session B Sept. 9 & 10       Day: Saturday & Sunday
Fee:         $65 per child                                     Age:      6 – 14
Location: 	Stanley Park,                                      Time:     9:00am - 12noon
             will meet at the playground pavilion              Fee:      $100 per child
Instructors: Session A: Heidi Hiner and TBA                   Max:      25
             Session B: Heidi Hiner and TBA
Max:         Session A: 20
             Session B: 25
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR CHECK OR MONEY                         If register through the mail, the dept. will process
                                                                 7.	
                                                                    registration with fee and mail receipt. All programs
ORDER ONLY!                                                         registered with a fee will receive a receipt whether you
Mail To: Westfield Parks and Recreation Department                 register in person or through the mail.
          4 Holcomb Street                                       8. Registrations will not be processed without payment.
          Westfield MA 01085                                     9.	A $25.00 service fee will apply to any checks with
                                                                     insufficient funds.
After Hours Drop Off                                             10.	***No Smoking*** - The City of Westfield has banned
Place registration form and payment in a                              smoking in all Parks & Playgrounds.
sealed envelope and place in our drop slot
located at our office on side of building.
                                                                 Registration Deadlines
                                                                 Please note the start date for all programs to avoid
Walk In                                                          disappointments. All programs require a minimum and
                                                                 maximum number of registrants.
Walk in registration at 4 Holcomb Street.
                                                                 Youth Scholarship Fund
Where Are We?                                                    Financial assistance is available to city residents, 17 years
We are located at 4 Holcomb Street off Court Street.             old or younger or a high school student. Call 572 - 6263 for
                                                                 more information.
General Policy
1. 	
    All programs (unless stated otherwise) require a             Typo, Human Errors, We Goofed...!?
    completed registration form. Pre-registration is required    Occasionally there may be an error in days, times,
    for programs (except stated otherwise). The registration     registration requirements, or fees in the guide. If so, we will
    form may be copied.                                          do everything possible to correct the situation promptly.
                                                                 Thank you for your patience and understanding should
   No on site registration will be allowed unless specified
2.	
                                                                 these situations arise.
   with the program description. Staff will not accept
   registrations/payment at program site.                        No News Is Good News
3.	Payment can be made by personal check, money order           If you have registered for a program, we will contact you if
    or cash. Make checks payable to Westfield Parks and          there is a problem with your registration. Please assume you
    Recreation.                                                  are registered for the program you selected if you do not
4.	The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right       hear from us.
    to cancel, postpone, or combine programs.
5.	Cancellations: If a program does not have sufficient         Adopt a Park or Public Area Program
    registration, the program will be terminated.                The City and the Westfield Parks and Recreation Department
6.	Registrants joining a program after the starting date will   has embarked on a project to revitalize city’s parks and public
    be charged a prorated fee for the expired portion of the     areas. The city makes every effort to maintain superior parks and
    program. (Some exceptions may apply)                         public spaces, but the realization is that maintenance needs to be
                                                                 stepped up in order to increase the aesthetics and usability.

                                                                 Who Can Adopt A Park or Public Area?
                                                                 Any business, civic associations, schools, neighborhood
  2023-24 Fall/Winter Program Guide                              associations, military, scout groups, individual families,
                                                                 churches, or community-based groups. Groups make a two year
  Program Guide will be available during the first week          commitment to assist in maintaining the park or public area.
  in August. Registration for the following programs
  will begin when program guide is available.                    What Commitment and Contribution Must a Group Make?
  Pee Wee Soccer---------------------- 4-5yrs., 6yr.olds         We ask groups to conduct a cleanup of their adopted area in
  who do not meet Westfield FC age cutoff                        accordance with the responsibilities outlined for each area. Some
  Field Hockey-------------------------- 2nd - 8th grade         areas require more time than others depending on size, planting
                                                                 and maintenance. Groups may work on flower bed improvement
  Westfield United Basketball
  Registration takes place in August,                            projects, tree care, perform minor park maintenance and/or
  ages 5 - 18 yrs.                                               perform other needed services.
  Adult Men’s Basketball                                         Groups may perform the actual labor and provide materials or
  Field Hockey                                                   make a monetary donation to assist in maintaining the area. For
                                                                 a complete description of the program, contact the department
                                                                 and a packet will be mailed.
Program Registration Form
Please make check or money order payable to Westfield Parks & Recreation Dept.
Please check if address below is new:

Parent/Guardian Full Name                                                 DOB

Address                                                                   Apt. #

City                                                         State                                               Zip Code

Home Phone                                               Work/Day Phone                                          Cell Phone

Emergency Name                                                       Emergency Number

Email Address                                                              T-Shirt Size (Please circle)            YXS YS YM YL AS
                                                                                                                    AM AL AXL AXXL
Does you child have any allergies, or need any special assisstance?

                                                           Participant Information
                                                           Participant Information
        First                       Last                 M/F Age DOB                  Program                        Session/Dates                  Fee

  *Participation in this activity may involve risk of injury. To my
  knowledge I (or my ward) have no health impairment which might                                            Total Program Fees                 $
  interfere with or preclude any participation in the above described
  activity. As a parent, guardian or participant, I am aware of these
  hazards and my ability to participate.                                                                                           Credit      $
   I hereby agree to release, discharge and hold harmless the City
  of Westfield, its employees, contracted instructors and volunteers
  from any liabilities which may occur from participating in the                                                             Sub Total         $
  activity. I understand that participation in any recreational or
  sport activity involves risk. I further understand that the City
  of Westfield does not provide accident/medical insurance for                          Add Up (Youth Scholarship Fund)                        $
  program participants.
  In addition, I give permission for the child(ren) to be treated by       Adding up your program fee helps provide financial assistance for those unable to
  qualified medical personnel in the event that the above named            affor the programs fee for youth.
  parent/guardian cannot be reached at the phone numbers
  provided.
                                                                                                                                   Total       $
ALL ADULT PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN BELOW. IN ADDITION THE SIGNATURE OF A PARENT/GUARDIAN IS REQUIRED FOR
REGISTRANTS UNDER 18

                                                                                   Please mail check or money order to:
Signature (Parent/Guardian if participant is under 18)                             Westfield Parks & Recreation Dept.
                                                                                            4 Holcomb Street
Date                                                                                      Westfield, MA 01085
Parks and Playgrounds                                                                                                                                                                    17

        The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department controls and manages the parks/playgrounds listed below.

                                                                                                                                                 BASKETBALL

                                                                                                                                                              PICKLEBALL
                                                                                                                         HORSESHOE

                                                                                                                                     EQUIPMENT
                                                                 SPRAYPARK

                                                                                                   DIAMONDS

                                                                                                              RESTROOM

                                                                                                                                                                                      FOUNTAIN
                                                                                                                                                                           FOOTBALL

                                                                                                                                                                                      DRINKING
                                                                             DOG PARK
                                             ACREAGE

                                                                                        PAVILION
                                                       PARKING

                                                                                                                                                                           SOCCER/
                                                                                                                                                              TENNIS/

                                                                                                                                                              COURTS
                                                                                                   L=Lights

                                                                                                                                                 L=Lights

                                                                                                                                                              L=Lights
                                                                                                                                                 COURT

                                                                                                                                                                           FIELD
                                                                                                   BALL

                                                                                                                                     PLAY
                                                                                                                         PITS
PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
1 Arm Brook       Lockhouse Road             11         •                     •         28.21 acres Flood Control
2 Chapman            St. Paul St.             3         •         •                      •                     •                        •          •1                        •1         •
3 Cross St        Cross Street               5.1        •                                •           •1        •                        •
4 Hampton Ponds         Old Stage Rd         18         •                                            •1                                 •         •1             •2
5 Little River     Little River Rd            2         •                                                                                         •1             •2
6 Municipal       Franklin Street            4.2        •         •                      •                     •         • 18           •         • 2L         • 6/6L                   •
7 Papermill       Papermill Road              9         •                                          • 2 (1L)    •                        •         •1
8 Sadie Knox       Prospect Street           6.5        •         •                                • 2 (1L)    •                        •         •1                                    •
9 Steiger Drive      Steiger Drive           10                                         Undeveloped
10 Boardman Montgomery Street                10         •                                                                                                                   •2          •
11 Bullens        King Street                8.5        •                                           • 1L       •                                                            • 1L
12 Whitney        Shepard Street             17         •                                           • 2L       •                        •                                   •1
13 Apremont       Southampton Rd.            .93        •
14 Sgt. John Hussey North Elm St.            .30
15 Dowling         Western Ave.              .09
16 General Shepard        Broad St.          .25
17 Gen.Wareham        Dartmouth St.          .25
18 Barbara Swords       Western Ave.         10         •                               Passive Recreation
19 Holcomb            Court St.              .75        •
20 Kane/Wojtkiewicz          Elm St.         .40        •
21 Half Mile Falls        Elm St.            .25        •
22 Mary Noble                                15.8                                       Undeveloped
23 Park Square       Center of Town           .5        •                                                                                                                               •
24 Parker Park        W. Silver St.          .95        •
25 Soldiers Monument         Court St.       .03
26 Stephen A Budzak         Court St.        .02
27 Tekoa           Russell Rd.               27         •                               Passive Recreation
28 911 Memorial Park       N. Elm St.        .05
29 Women’s Temperance Elm St.                .50
30 Woronoco Soccer Complex                    2         •                               Known as North Road Soccer Fields                                                    •3
31 Westfield Skate Park at Amelia
    Park enter of f Broad St.
                                              1         •
32 Gateway Entrance         N. Elm St.       .37
33 White Street Pocket       Main St.        .15
34 Cowles Court Pocket          Elm St.      .10
35 Ponders Hollow Ponders Hollow Rd          3.9
Cemeteries
36 East Mountain       E. Mtn. Rd.            1
37 Mechanic St.      Mechanic St.             3         •
38 Middle Farms         North Rd.             2
39 Mundale         Granville Rd.              1

                                          WESTFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION 572-6362
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