Grand Guide Fall/Winter 2013

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FALL/WINTER 2013

Parks & Recreation Offices Westfield City Service Center | 2728 East 171st Street, Westfield, IN 46074 317-804-3184 | www.westfield.in.gov/parks | Office Hours: M-F 8am-4:30pm Recreation Programming Facility 330 E. Main Street, Westfield, IN 46074Parks & Recreation Office Staff Melody Jones, Director, [email protected], 317-339-9068 Stephanie Baumann, Recreation Program Coordinator, [email protected], 317-804-3183 Amanda Jackson, Special Events Coordinator, [email protected], 317-804-3182 Brittany Goger, Administrative Assistant, [email protected], 317-804-3184

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I cannot believe it is already time for the second issue of the Grand Guide. Where did the summer go? As I sit here writing this note to you, we are in the middle of so many exciting events, programs and projects, and we are looking forward to sharing our many fall and winter recreational opportunities for all of you to enjoy. We still want to hear from you regarding our programing efforts! Recreation Program Coordinator Stephanie Baumann wants to pack our newly opened Main Street Programming Center with all the activities and classes you want to take part in, so please let us hear from you. Please look through the pages of the Grand Guide and go online to sign up for programs you and your family will enjoy. It is easy to register and schedule your fall activities with us!

Westfield Parks & Recreation is also excited to be expanding our special event offerings. Along with the Movies in the Park series, Voices from the Past, and Fireside Tales this fall and winter, we are now hosting two additional special events: the Grand Junction Derby and Westfield in Lights. Joining our team is Amanda Jackson, our new Special Events Coordinator. Amanda, along with the Parks & Recreation staff and community volunteers, will continue the tradition of providing great family friendly events for all to enjoy. Please contact Amanda if you would like to get involved in any of our existing events or have suggestions for future ones, as we are always looking for input in how to best serve the community. All of our fall and winter events are featured throughout this edition of the Grand Guide, so mark your calendars and join us for one or all of the upcoming events.

I hope to see you there!

Melody Jones, CPRP, CPSI Director, Westfield Parks and Recreation

MISSION STATEMENT: The Westfield Parks and Recreation Department strives to provide quality programming and special events, and to preserve, create, maintain, and enhance safe and inviting environments for all to enjoy.

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CONTENTS

3 Special Events & Calendar

4 Registration Information

5 Preschool Programs

8 Movies in the Park

9 Youth Programs

12 Teen Programs

12 Grand Junction Derby

13 Voices from the Past

14 Adult Programs

18 Senior Programs

18 Westfield in Lights

19 Volunteer Opportunities

20 Westfield in Bloom

22 Park & Rec News & Map

23 Parks & Trails Guide

23 Shelter Rentals

FROM THE DIRECTOR


SPECIAL EVENTSMovies in the Park Westfield Parks & Recreation, in partnership with CitySpring Church, is thrilled to offer Westfield's first ever Movies in the Park series in 2013 at Asa Bales Park. Admission to the movies is FREE! Come out with your family and friends to enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars and watch a good movie with good company. Make sure to bring your blankets, chairs, snacks and flashlights! Movies will begin right after sunset, and parking will be available at Westfield High School, across the street from the Asa Bales Park north entrance, 205 West Hoover Street.

Pictures in the Park Thinking about where to take your family holiday photo this year? Want to support a great local cause? Join the Friends of Westfield Bark Park at Asa Bales Park (205 W. Hoover St.) on Saturday, September 21st from 10am–1pm for Pictures in the Park. Bring your two and four-legged family members for a fun-filled afternoon in the park. Activities will include a local photographer offering opportunities to capture your 2013 family holiday photo and other local pet-friendly vendors with products and services for sale! All dogs must remain on-leash during the event. Admission to the event is free, and a percentage of all sales will go to the Friends of Westfield Bark Park. For more information on the event or the Friends of Westfield Bark Park, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FriendsofWestfieldBarkPark.

Voices from the Past See history come alive at this interactive and educational event, which will feature all new stories in 2013! See page 13 for more information.

Grand Junction Derby Join us in Downtown Westfield on Saturday, October 5th from 3–7pm for the 5th annual Grand Junction Derby! This is your opportunity to build and race your own unique derby car! Westfield’s answer to the Indy 500 features gravity- powered, homemade derby cars competing in bracketed heats until winners are declared. Drivers race down Union Street alongside their crew members who help give them a push! Drivers are encouraged to wear costumes that go along with their car’s theme, and teams will display their cars along “Gasoline Alley.” There will even be decked-out tricycle races for the younger ones! Certificates will be awarded to all partic-ipants and trophies will be presented to category winners. Visit www.westfield.in.gov/parks for car building rules and race details. Bring the family out to enjoy the race and for our race-day party featuring live music, Sun King Brewery, food, kids' activities, and more! Sponsorship opportunities are available.

**Drivers must be at least 8 years of age or older. Each driver may have up to two (2) crew members, and at least one crew member must be 16 years of age or older. Please see page 4 for registration options.

RACE CATEGORy ACTIVITy DATE REGISTER By FEE

Individual 10646 Oct 5 Sept 30 $28 Business/Civic Organization 10647 Oct 5 Sept 30 $54 Tricycle Race (Ages 4-7) 10648 Oct 5 Sept 30 FREE

Fireside Tales These fun, free, family activities are the perfect way to spend a fall evening. Bring the little ones to the Simon Moon Park fire pit (2710 E. 171st St.) at 6:30pm for stories, crafts, and s’mores! Brought to you in partnership with the Westfield Washington Public Library, there will be three Fireside Tales events offered this year, with dates listed on the adjacent calendar.

Westfield in Lights Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown Westfield on Saturday, December 7th at the annual Westfield in Lights celebration. See the lights while on a carriage ride on Union Street, and check out the live nativity scene that will adorn Hadley Park (corner of Main & Union Streets), presented by Westfield Friends Church. Actors from the Westfield Playhouse will present portions of "A Christmas Carol."Girl Scout Troops from the JoSheWe Council will display their creations. Music and lights will add to the evening’s ambiance. Don’t miss the Tree lighting at 7pm! And of course, the evening wouldn’t be complete without a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Stop by and share your Christmas wishes with them.

calendarAUGUST

Fri 9 Movie in the Park: “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”

Fri 16 Movie in the Park: “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax”

Sat 24 Race Across Hamilton County

Sat 30 Movie in the Park: “The Odd Life of Timothy Green”

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Fri-Sat 13-14 Voices from the Past

Wed 18 Fireside Tales: “Three Times Three Tales”

Sat 21 Pictures in the Park

Fri 27 Movie in the Park Double Feature: “Thunderstruck” and “The Hunger Games”

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Sat 5 Grand Junction Derby

Wed 9 Walk to School Day

Wed 9 Fireside Tales: “Leaf Me Alone”

Wed 30 Fireside Tales: “Howl-o-ween”

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Fri 6 Westfield in Lights


WAYS TO ReGISTeR

1. Online at www.westfield.in.gov/parks. Quick and easy— register from home!

2. call 317-804-3183; Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express accepted.

3. Drop off the Program Registration Form to the Westfield City Service Center (2728 E. 171st Street, Westfield, IN 46074). Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express accepted. Hours are Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm. Forms are available online or at the Westfield City Service Center.

4. Mail in the Program Registration Form to Westfield Parks & Recreation (2728 E. 171st Street, Westfield, IN 46074) with check made payable to Westfield Parks & Recreation. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are also accepted. NO CASH PLEASE. Forms are available online or at the Westfield City Service Center.

All classes are filled on a first-come, first served basis. Every class will have a minimum and maximum enrollment to ensure a quality experience. Classes not reaching the minimum enrollment will be rescheduled or cancelled. Classes reaching the maximum enrollment will have a waiting list. There is no fee to be placed on a waiting list, and we will contact you if a program slot opens or if another session is added.

Refund Policy: The Westfield Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel, combine, or divide classes, to change time, date or location of classes, to change instructor assignments, and to make any other changes that may be necessary. A full refund will be issued if the Department cancels a program. All refunds are subject to State Board of Accounts claim procedure and may take 4 – 6 weeks to process. For any other reason, refund requests made prior to the regis-tration deadline will be granted with the full fee being held on account with Westfield Parks & Recreation to be applied to future programs, classes, or any other Parks & Recreation fee. Please contact Westfield Parks & Recreation at 317-804-3183 with any questions or concerns regarding the Refund Policy.

Weather Policy: If the forecast calls for inclement weather on the day of your program, please call our weather line at 317-804-3180 to find out if it has been cancelled or relocated. Depending on the scope and size of the class, it may be moved to our Programming Center, located at 330 E. Main Street, Westfield, IN 46074. If the class is cancelled, we will work with the instructor on scheduling a make-up session, or you will be refunded a pro-rated amount back to your Westfield Parks & Recreation customer account.

program registration INFORMATION


Mommy-n-Me creative Movement

This parent/child class blends educational concepts with various forms of movement, dance and gymnastics to help develop gross motor skills, movement, fitness, creativity and body awareness. AGES: 18m-36m with a Parent • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10570 Sept 9-30 M 10:00a-10:45a Sept 2 10587 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 10:00a-10:45a Oct 21

Mommy-n-Me Fitness

This class helps develop fitness and confidence skills in a fun, safe, and familiar environment. Skills developed include endurance, strength, flexibility and coordination. Participants will focus on fun ways to improve general fitness and habits. Participants also play fun games that reinforce what they have learned.

AGES: 18m-36m with a Parent • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street Facility

ACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10571 Sept 12-Oct 3 TH 10:00a-10:45a Sept 5 10588 Oct 31-Nov 21 TH 10:00a-10:45a Oct 24

Preschool Kidz Fitness

Children will further their development of locomotion and movement skills as well as stability and manipulation. Our kidz fitness programs introduce agility, strength, speed, and endurance while improving motor skills and the ability to meet the demands of daily physical activity. AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 5/15 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10574 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 9:15a-10:00a Sept 3 10589 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 9:15a-10:00a Oct 22 10590 Oct 8-17 T/TH 9:15a-10:00a Oct 1 10591 Dec 3-12 T/TH 9:15a-10:00a Nov 26

ZumbatomicThe overall goal of Zumbatomic is to create a fun, healthy program for children using the Zumba fitness concept. The music is 100% kid-friendly with songs, dances, and actions that promote the overall theme of a healthy lifestyle. Zumbatomic also helps children learn leadership, respect, teamwork, pride, confidence, and responsibility, all while developing coordina-tion, balance, discipline, memory, and creativity.

AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Carrillo • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10510 Sept 9-30 M 11:00a-11:45a Sept 2 10512 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 11:00a-11:45a Oct 21 10511 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 2:00p-2:45p Sept 4 10513 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 2:00p-2:45p Oct 23 10514 Oct 7-16 M/W 11:00a-11:45a Sept 30 10515 Dec 2-11 M/W 11:00a-11:45a Nov 25 10516 Oct 7-16 M/W 2:00p-2:45p Sept 30 10517 Dec 2-11 M/W 2:00p-2:45p Nov 25

Preschool balletEach new session of our preschool ballet brings original dances so that children enjoy class each time it is offered. Parents are invited to watch the last 10 minutes of the final class.

AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 5/15 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10765 Sept 12-Oct 3 TH 9:00a-9:45a Sept 5 10766 Oct 31-Nov 21 TH 9:00a-9:45a Oct 24 10767 Oct 8-17 T/TH 11:00a-11:45a Oct 1 10768 Dec 3-12 T/TH 11:00a-11:45a Nov 26

Preschool TapFun and exciting tap classes using the Al Gilbert method to modern music. We will teach the basic steps, time steps, and linking combinations across the floor.

AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 4/10 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR/LOCATION: Adagio Dance Academy ACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10771 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 3:00p-4:00p Sept 3 10772 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 3:00p-4:00p Oct 22

preschool PROGRAMS


Toddler DanceChildren will be encouraged to warm-up, dance and sing to themed musical movements. We will include props as learning tools and teach proper beginner dance vocabulary.


10779 Sept 9-30 M 11:00a-12:00p Sept 2 10780 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 11:00a-12:00p Oct 21 10781 Sept 9-30 M 6:30p-7:30p Sept 2 10782 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 6:30p-7:30p Oct 21

Soccer in Motion for Parent and child This outdoor class will help your child get acquainted with a structured program with the comfort of a parent helping. Children will develop skills such as kicking, dribbling, blocking, and teamwork in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Classes will consist of warm-up exercises, rules of the game, and drills and skills. Children will also play fun games to reinforce what they have learned.

AGES: 3 With a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Quaker ParkACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10686 Sept 9-30 M 6:15p-7:00p Sept 2

Preschool Soccer in MotionThis class will help your child develop skills such as kicking, dribbling, blocking, and teamwork in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Classes will consist of warm-up exercises, rules of the game, and a drills and skills portion. Children will also play a fun game to reinforce what they have learned.

AGES: 4-5 • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Quaker ParkACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10679 Sept 9-30 M 5:15p-6:00p Sept 2

Tee ball in Motion for Parent and child This class will help your child get acquainted with a structured program with the comfort of a parent helping. Children will develop skills such as batting, throwing, catching, and teamwork in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Classes will consist of warm-up exercises, rules of the game, and drills and skills. Children will also play fun games to reinforce what they have learned. Please bring own glove.

AGES: 3 With a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Quaker ParkACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10687 Sept 12-Oct3 TH 6:15p-7:00p Sept 5

Tee ball in Motion This class will help develop baseball skills in a fun, safe and non-competitive environment. Skills developed include batting, throwing, catching, and teamwork. Classes will consist of warm-up exercises, rules of the game, and a drills and skills portion. Children will also play a fun game to reinforce what they have learned. Please bring own glove.


10688 Sept 12-Oct 3 TH 5:15p-6:00p Sept 5

Flag Football in MotionThis class will help develop football skills in a fun, safe and non-competitive environment. Skills developed include kicking, passing, running, and teamwork. Classes include warm-up exercises, rules of the game, and drills and skills. Participants also play a fun game to reinforce what they have learned.



LeGO® DUPLO® Simple Machines In Motion Build and bring to life real working machines. We will use LEGO® DUPLO® building sets to build fun and simple models such as a seesaw, rolling vehicle, spinning top, raft, and many more. By playing with and manipulating the models, we experience pulleys, levers, gears, and wheels and axles while exploring energy, buoyancy, balance and much more.

AGES: 2.5-4 with a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $59 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10659 Sept 9-30 M 9:00a-9:45a Sept 2 10689 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 9:00a-9:45a Oct 21 10690 Oct 7-16 M/W 9:00a-9:45a Sept 30 10691 Dec 2-11 M/W 9:00a-9:45a Nov 25

preschool Programs, cont.


LeGO® Robotics In Motion Build and bring to life real working machines. Create a spinning top, a singing monkey, and many other exciting and challenging creations. We will use LEGO® building sets to assemble the projects, and then animate those projects using laptops with simple object-oriented software. This class will enrich modeling and computer abilities, while teaching them basic engineering and design skills in a cooperative, team-based environment.

AGES: 3-5 with a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $59 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Spanish en MovimientoHola Amigo! Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish? Now is your chance. This is a basic conversational focusing on counting, colors, animals, body parts, and basic communi-cation words. Fun themed games will help to reinforce each day’s lesson.

AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $48 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10728 Sept 9-30 M 4:00p-4:45p Sept 2

10729 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 4:00p-4:45p Oct 21

10730 Oct 7-16 M/W 4:00p-4:45p Sept 30

10731 Dec 2-11 M/W 4:00p-4:45p Nov 25

Painting In Motion This is a great class for those budding artists who like to get their fingers messy. We will show how a variety of objects can be painted using a variety of tools to create different patterns. We will utilize brushes, sponges, and many other tools to learn new techniques. This class will really boost creativity, math, and science skills. Children will get to take home their final creations.

AGES: 2-4 With a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/15 • FEE: $59 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10676 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 10:00a-10:45a Sept 3 10700 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 10:00a-10:45a Oct 22


10669 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 11:00a-11:45a Sept 3 10701 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 11:00a-11:45a Oct 22 10702 Oct 8-17 T/TH 11:00a-11:45a Oct 1 10703 Dec 3-12 T/TH 11:00a-11:45a Nov 26

Science In Motion Do you like to figure out how things work? If you enjoy exper-imenting with science, chemistry and physics, then this class is for you. Each session will focus on a different scientific theory or natural principle. We will learn about the process being studied, perform experiments, and test our theories. This is a hands-on class; please wear older clothing that can get dirty.

AGES: 2-4 With a Parent • MIN/MAx: 6/15 • FEE: $59 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10683 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 9:00a-9:45a Sept 4 10707 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 9:00a-9:45a Oct 23 10708 Oct 7-16 M/W 9:00a-9:45a Sept 30 10709 Dec 2-11 M/W 9:00a-9:45a Nov 25



Dino-Mo in MotionLearn about different ancient dinosaurs and interesting facts as you create a diorama. Each session covers a different aspect of the dinosaur world. Participants will learn what the dinosaurs ate, where they lived, what size they were, what scientists think they looked like, and what their habits may have been.

AGES: 3-5 • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • Fee: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10747 Sept 12-Oct 3 TH 10:00a-10:45a Sept 5 10748 Oct 31-Nov 21 TH 10:00a-10:45a Oct 24 10749 Oct 8-17 T/TH 10:00a-10:45a Oct 1 10750 Dec 3-12 T/TH 10:00a-10:45a Nov 26

Français en mouvement Bonjour mon amie! Have you ever wanted to learn French? Now is your chance. This is a basic conversational French language class focusing on counting, colors, animals, and basic words. Fun, themed games help to reinforce each week’s lesson.


10740 Sept 12-Oct 3 TH 1:00p-1:45p Sept 5 10741 Oct 31-Nov 21 TH 1:00p-1:45p Oct 24


FRIDAY NIGHTS AT ASA BALES PARKSPARKING AVAILABLE AT WESTFIELD H.S.

MOVIES WILL START AT SUNSET

Dr. Suess’ The LoraxAug. 16th

Thunderstruck & Hunger GamesSept. 27th

The Odd Life of Timothy GreenAug. 30th

BraveJuly 26th

E.T. The Extra-TerrestrialAug. 9th


Kidz Fitness is Fun boot campKidz have FUN all while GETTING FIT!! Our kidz get fit, all while developing their coordination, self-aware-ness, confidence, and skill development. This class is age appropriate and is a curriculum based fitness and sports program that will provide the “little fitness buffs” the chance to explore fitness while having a ton of fun! This program also educates the kidz on healthy nutrition, and they will receive awards and will participate in an end of the session Fitness Olympics.

AGES: 6-12 • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street Facility ACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10562 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 5:30p-6:15p Sept 4 10592 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 5:30p-6:15p Oct 23 10593 Oct 7-16 M/W 5:30p-6:15p Sept 30 10594 Dec 2-11 M/W 5:30p-6:15p Nov 25

Yoga for Kidzyoga Kidz can help counter the many pressures that today’s children experience. yoga at an early age encourages self-esteem and body awareness with a physical activity that’s noncompetitive. Physically, it enhances their flexibility, strength, coordination, and body awareness. In addition, their concentration and sense of calmness and relaxation improves. By doing yoga, children exercise, play and connect more deeply with the inner self, and they develop an intimate relationship with the natural world that surrounds them. yoga Kidz brings that marvelous inner light that all children have to the surface.



Kidz KickboxingKidz Kickboxing is structured to provide a fun yet demanding type of class for your young kickboxer. This class will teach kids actual kickboxing technique and realistic movements that will be done both with and without equipment. Drill work focuses on speed, agility, and power. Kidz get such an empowerment of self confidence in this program, it is definitely one not to miss.


10565 Sept 9-30 M 4:30p-5:15p Sept 2 10595 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 4:30p-5:15p Oct 21 10596 Oct 8-17 T/TH 4:30p-5:15p Oct 1 10597 Dec 3-12 T/TH 4:30p-5:15p Nov 26

Family FitnessThis class helps make getting more physically active and exercising “a family project.” The focus is on teaching parents and kids games that they can play together later, on their own time. The family that plays together, stays together!

AGES: All Ages • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FEE: $36 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10645 9/7, 10/5, 11/2, 12/7 S 10:00a-10:45a Aug 31

ZumbatomicThe overall goal of Zumbatomic is to create a fun, healthy program for children using the Zumba fitness concept. The music is 100% kid-friendly with songs, dances, and actions that promote the overall theme of a healthy lifestyle. Zumbatomic also helps children learn leadership, respect, teamwork, pride, confidence, and responsibility, all while developing coordination, balance, discipline, memory, and creativity.

AGES: 6-9 • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Carrillo • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10518 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 4:00p-4:45p Sept 4 10519 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 4:00p-4:45p Oct 23 10520 Sept 13-Oct 4 F 4:00p-4:45p Sept 6 10521 Nov 1-22 F 4:00p-4:45p Oct 25 10522 Oct 9-18 W/F 4:00p-4:45p Oct 2 10523 Dec 4-13 W/F 4:00p-4:45p Nov 27

Zumbatomic for Girl Scouts!Looking to earn your Fitness badge? This is the class for you! Try out one of our Zumbatomic® classes with your Troop and see what all the excitement is about. Please contact Westfield Parks & Recreation at 317-804-3183 to register for Zumbatomic for Girl Scouts.

AGES: 2nd–3rd Grade • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FEE: $10 INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Carrillo • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10524 Sept 4 W 4:00p-4:45p Aug 28 10525 Oct 11 F 9:00a-9:45a Oct 4 10526 Nov 25 M 4:00p-4:45p Nov 18 10527 Dec 16 M 4:00p-4:45p Dec 9 10528 Dec 27 F 10:00a-10:45a Dec 20

youth PROGRAMS


TapFun and exciting tap classes using the Al Gilbert method to modern music. We will teach the basic steps, time steps, and linking combinations across the floor.

AGES: 6-10 • MIN/MAx: 4/10 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Adagio Dance Academy LOCATION: Adagio Dance Academy ACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By




Pop DanceThis program, designed for kids, blends the fundamentals of modern Jazz with the popular street moves of clean hip-hop! This class promotes a strong emphasis on the artistic aspects of movement, attitude and character development.


10783 Sept 13-Oct 4 F 3:00p-4:00p Sept 6 10784 Nov 1-22 F 3:00p-4:00p Oct 25

ballet/Tap comboBallet and tap technique and vocabulary is learned through a variety of combinations, games, and creative movement. This is a great class for kids to explore both styles of dance in one class.



LeGO® Robotics In Motion Build and bring to life real working machines. Create a spinning top, a singing monkey, and many other exciting and challenging creations. We will use LEGO® building sets to assemble the projects, and then animate those projects using laptops with simple object-oriented software. This class will enrich modeling and computer abilities, while teaching them basic engineering and design skills in a cooperative, team-based environment.


10665 Sept 9-30 T 5:00p-5:45p Sept 3 10695 Oct 28-Nov 18 T 5:00p-5:45p Oct 22

build-a-bots In Motion Have you built all the LEGO® robots and feel ready for the next challenge? Take the next step here! Build and bring to life real working machines. Create a merry-go-round, stoplight, and many other exciting and challenging creations. We will use fischertechnik® building sets to assemble the projects, then animate them using Robo Pro software. This class will further enrich modeling, construction and computer abilities, develop engineering and design skills, and practice communication, teamwork and cooperation. The class curriculum is based on International Technology Education Association (ITEA) standards for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum.


10652 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 7:00p-7:45p Sept 4 10698 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 7:00p-7:45p Oct 23

AGES: 14-17 • MIN/MAx: 6/15 • FEE: $59 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street Facility



youth Programs, cont.


Spanish en movimientoHola Amigo! Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish? Now is your chance. This is a basic conversational focusing on counting, colors, animals, body parts, and basic communi-cation words. Fun themed games will help to reinforce each day’s lesson.


10732 Sept 9-30 M 5:00p-5:45p Sept 2 10733 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 5:00p-5:45p Oct 21 10734 Oct 7-16 M/W 5:00p-5:45p Sept 30 10735 Dec 2-11 M/W 5:00p-5:45p Nov 25

Painting In Motion This is a great class for those budding artists who like to get their fingers messy. We will show how a variety of objects can be painted using a variety of tools to create different patterns. We will utilize brushes, sponges, and many other tools to learn new techniques. This class will really boost creativity, math, and science skills. Children will get to take home their final creations.


10673 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 7:00p-7:45p Sept 3 10704 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 7:00p-7:45p Oct 22 10705 Oct 8-17 T/TH 7:00p-7:45p Oct 1 10706 Dec 3-12 T/TH 7:00p-7:45p Nov 26

Magic in MotionThis class will focus on basic magic tricks. We will discuss the mysteries and science of magic and sleight of hand. A different trick will be learned and practiced each week.



Science In Motion Do you like to figure out how things work? If you enjoy exper-imenting with science, chemistry and physics, then this class is for you. Each session will focus on a different scientific theory or natural principle. We will learn about the process being studied, perform experiments, and test our theories. This is a hands-on class; please wear older clothing that can get dirty.


10682 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 6:00p-6:45p Sept 4

10713 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 6:00p-6:45p Oct 23

10714 Oct 7-16 M/W 6:00p-6:45p Sept 30

10715 Dec 2-11 M/W 6:00p-6:45p Nov 25


10680 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 7:00p-7:45p Sept 4 10716 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 7:00p-7:45p Oct 23 10717 Oct 7-16 M/W 7:00p-7:45p Sept 30 10718 Dec 2-11 M/W 7:00p-7:45p Nov 25

Jewelry Making in MotionParticipants will learn how to make their own beaded jewelry using materials and tools provided. We will also explore braiding and other techniques with string. We will make bracelets, necklaces, key chains, and other items. Best of all, everyone gets to keep the jewelry they make!



chess club in MotionIf your child has never played or is an experienced player, this is the right class. We will spend the first part of class talking about rules and strategies; the second part of class will be spent playing each other.



AGES: 10-13 • MIN/MAx: 8/12 • FEE: $42

INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


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boot camp for Tweenz/TeenzThis is a Boot Camp style fitness class for tweenz and teenz. Kids will have fun with obstacle courses, fitness challenges, and drills designed for their age and development level. Every class will be different, keeping them interested and giving them challenges that all can enjoy. All fitness levels are welcome.



Teen balletUtilizing the Finis Jhung method, students learn proper body placement, flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and vocabulary. We will utilize barre, center work and choreography.


10769 Sept 14-Oct 5 S 11:00a-12:00p Sept 7 10770 Nov 2-23 S 11:00a-12:00p Oct 26

TapFun and exciting tap classes using the Al Gilbert method to modern music. We will teach the basic steps, time steps, and linking combinations across the floor.

AGES: 14-18 • MIN/MAx: 4/10 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR/LOCATION: Adagio Dance AcademyACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


ballet/Tap comboBallet and tap technique and vocabulary is learned through a variety of combinations, games, and creative movement. This is a great class for kids to explore both styles of dance in one class.

AGES: 14-18 • MIN/MAx: 4/10 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR/LOCATION: Adagio Dance AcademyACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


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www.westfield.in.gov/parks • 317-804-3183

Food & Beer

Live Music

Join us on the corner of Union and Jersey Street!

GRAND JUNCTIONThe 5th annual

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Ticket Proceeds will Benefit: Westfield-Washington

Historical Society Museum Westfield Playhouse

Voices from the Past is a unique way to learn about Westfield’s history through the lives of former citizens. Attendees will be guided on a journey into the past through the Anti-Slavery Cemetery in Asa Bales Park and Old Friends Cemetery Park where they will be met by Westfield Playhouse actors portraying locals with interesting stories to tell. This year’s cast of characters will include the famous Rhodes Family, an active Underground Railroad member, a young Civil War Soldier, and more. With the cooperation of the Westfield-Washington Historical Society, the event will provide plenty of fascinating stories and historical sites along the route, making Voices from the Past an exciting and educational event for all. For more information, please visit www.westfield.in.gov/parks or call 317-804-3183.

Asa Bales Park East Entrance

211 North Union Street *Tours Leave Every 10 Minutes*

TICKET INFORMATION Adults: $10 Students: $5

Children 12 & Under: Free

Friday, September 13, 2013 First Tour 6:00pm Last Tour 6:30pm

Saturday, September 14, 2013 First Tour 1:00pm Last Tour 3:30pm

Featuring All New Stories!

Advance Tickets Available: Online at www.westfield.in.gov/parks

Or Westfield City Service Center

2728 E. 171st St.. M-F 8am-4:30pm


ZumbaJoin Westfield Parks & Recreation for this unique workout! Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations. Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fit-ness party. Zumba® classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you'll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It's easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Carrillo • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10529 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 7:30p-8:30p Sept 3 10530 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 7:30p-8:30p Oct 22 10531 Sept 13-Oct 4 F 9:00a-10:00a Sept 6 10532 Nov 1-22 F 9:00a-10:00a Oct 25

basic TrainingA simple, easy-to-follow, yet demanding class that not only tones every major body part, but will get your heart rate going! Many equipment options will be offered in this class such as: steps, resistance bands, dumbbells, kettlebells, med balls, body bars and more. These will be used to give you the ultimate toning and strengthening workout. As our clients attest, one try and you’re hooked!

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FITNESS LEVEL: Beg./Int. • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10533 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 7:45p-8:45p Sept 3 10607 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 7:45p-8:45p Oct 22 10608 Oct 7-16 M/W 9:30a-10:30a Sept 30 10609 Dec 2-11 M/W 9:30a-10:30a Nov 25

cardio circuit challengeIncrease your aerobic capacity, as well as muscle and strength endurance in this circuit class. Class may consist of doing 3 minutes of cardiovascular movements alternated with 1 minute of resistance/strength work.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FITNESS LEVEL: Int./Adv. • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10550 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 5:30a-6:45a Sept 3 10610 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 5:30a-6:45a Oct 22 10611 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 9:15a-10:30a Sept 4 10612 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 9:15a-10:30a Oct 23 10613 Oct 8-17 T/TH 5:30a-6:45a Oct 1 10614 Dec 3-12 T/TH 5:30a-6:45a Nov 26

boot camp This class is the ultimate for the cross trainer. We will challenge your agility, speed, strength, and endurance. Various individual and/or group stations will take your training to a new dimension. you will never be “stuck in a rut” with this challenging class that is able to be modified for the beginner as well as an individual training at an intermediate level.


10536 Sept 9-30 M 6:00a-6:45a Sept 2 10637 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 6:00a-6:45a Oct 21 10638 Oct 7-16 M/W 6:00a-6:45a Sept 30 10639 Dec 2-11 M/W 6:00a-6:45a Nov 25


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boot camp extremeThis class is the ultimate for the advanced cross trainer. This highly challenging class will push your agility, speed, strength, and endurance to its limits. Work every muscle, in every way, in every angle. This intense workout will take your training to a new dimension. you will never be “stuck in a rut” with this intense class.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FITNESS LEVEL: Advanced • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


cardio KickboxingDevelop new skills while discovering strength and attitude. This is an intense cardiovascular workout with controlled jabs, punches, blocks, aggressive kicks, boxing drills, and easy-to-follow combinations.


10555 Sept 9-30 M 7:00p-8:00p Sept 2 10615 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 7:00p-8:00p Oct 21 10616 Oct 7-16 M/W 7:00p-8:00p Sept 30 106617 Dec 2-11 M/W 7:00p-8:00p Nov 25

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cardio Kickboxing extremeA step beyond Cardio Kickboxing – improve your speed, coor-dination, agility and balance while getting a great cardiovascular workout. Punches, kicks, speed and agility drills are combined together to keep you moving. This class is non-stop action!

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FITNESS LEVEL: Advanced • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Upper body expressThis class is for anyone wanting to develop muscular endurance and strength in their upper half. Resistance training and strengthening exercises will challenge every muscle in your upper body, utilizing a variety of equipment. Class focus is on training your shoulders, triceps, biceps, back, abs and more.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FITNESS LEVEL: Multilevel • FEE: $30 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Lower body expressThis class is for anyone wanting to develop muscular endurance and strength in their lower half. Resistance training and strengthening exercises will challenge every muscle in your lower body, utilizing a variety of equipment. Class focus is on training your quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and more.AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FITNESS LEVEL: Multilevel • FEE: $30 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10566 Sept 9-30 M 6:15p-6:45p Sept 2 10620 Oct 28-Nov 18 M 6:15p-6:45p Oct 21

Yoga Stretchyoga Stretch is designed for individuals with a limited range of motion. It combines stretching and strengthening movements designed to help increase flexibility of the joints. Each class will take participants through a series of poses and exercises. This class is perfect for seniors, anyone looking for a more gentle style of yoga, or participants coming back from an injury, surgery, or period away from fitness.


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STRenGTh & cOnDITIOnInG SeRIeSWe’ve created a series of non-intimidating strength and conditioning programs designed to help participants focus on a specific muscle group and form of exercise each day of the week and learn what it feels like to properly condition and strengthen these muscles with a variety of equipment, cardio and resistance exercises. Come find out what it feels like to be strong, through proper techniques and exercises!

AGES: 18+ • FITNESS LEVEL: Multilevel • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FEE: $36 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street Facility


Move It Mondays Class focus is on training endurance and to get you moving!

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Top half Tuesdays Class focus is on training biceps, triceps, shoulders, abs, back, and more.


Whittle Your Middle Wednesdays Class focus is on training abs, obliques, core strength, back and more with slow isometric movement and isolation to provide an overall effective, functional strength workout.

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Tough Leg Thursdays Class focus is on training glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, and more.

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Freaky Fitness Fridays Class focus is on training endurance and to get you moving!

10559 Sept 13-Oct 4 F 10:00a-10:45a Sept 6 10635 Nov 1-22 F 10:00a-10:45a Oct 25

Stress Less Saturdays Class focus is on yoga, pilates, stretching and stress-free techniques and exercises.

10577 Sept 14-Oct 5 S 9:00a-9:45a Sept 7 10636 Nov 2-23 S 9:00a-9:45a Oct 26


adult Programs, cont.Yoga for Sports/RunnersThis yoga program will focus on the entire body, educating participants on a variety of yoga postures that will help build strength, balance and flexibility to decrease chance of injury in other fitness programs such as: running, athletic programs, boot camps, and more. Class focus is on enhancing flexibility, core strength and balance in order to enhance other fitness programs. AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FITNESS LEVEL: Multilevel • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Power YogaHatha and Ashtanga based. Treat and challenge yourself to the yoga experience. Let the yoga mind and body connection of deep stretching exercise bring the harmony of fitness and wellness to your life. Enjoy these slow and gentle rhythmic poses and balance postures, all adaptable for various fitness levels. Enhance your energy as these fun stretches bring flexibility, muscle strength, and great posture. AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FITNESS LEVEL: Int./Adv. • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Mat based PilatesGain core strength, balance and control. Our Mat Pilates program focuses on controlled and graceful movements in order to lengthen, strengthen and streamline musculature. This program is a great complement to your weekly fitness regimen. AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FITNESS LEVEL: Beg./Int. • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Fitness PilatesThis class provides participants with an intermediate-advanced level of pilates with more challenging movements. More exercises will be presented to challenge strength and coordination. Flexibility, control, and body awareness will continue to improve. AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 5/12 • FITNESS LEVEL: Int./Adv. • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


card Making In Motion Spend a morning with our own crafty card-making instructor designing and creating your own personalized greeting cards. No experience required just an interest in having some fun trying a new activity that could turn into a wonderful hobby. All materials will be provided by us, but you are free to bring your own.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 6/12 • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Motions, Inc. • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10654 Sept 10-Oct 1 T 8:00p-8:45p Sept 3 10722 Oct 29-Nov 19 T 8:00p-8:45p Oct 22 10723 Oct 7-16 M/W 8:00p-8:45p Sept 30 10724 Dec 2-11 M/W 8:00p-8:45p Nov 25

Mosaics In Motion Learn the basics of mosaics including adhesives, substrates, materials, and grouting. you will do a small project (such as mirror or picture frame) from start to finish. All materials will be provided by us, but you are free to bring your own.



Artsy Fartsy In Motion Arts and crafts for adults; this fun class will complete a variety of art projects such as mosaics, pottery, and/or woodwork. Join us to each week to enjoy arts and crafts in a fun, social environment. We provide all the materials and tools you need. Participants will get to keep their projects after completed.




Introduction to Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLRs)Now that you have this great camera, it is time to get the most out of it. The more you understand about why a picture came out bad or good, the more often you will be able to take real photographs and not just snapshots. This class will consist of instruction, followed by a shooting session and will finish up by reviewing the images in order to apply what has been learned. More class details online.

AGES: 18+ • MIN/MAx: 2/8 • FEE: $53 INSTRUCTOR: Rob Stokes • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By

10751 Sept 18 W 7:00p-9:00p Sept 11 10752 Sept 28 S 10:00a-12:00p Sept 21 10753 Nov 6 W 7:00p-9:00p Oct 30 10754 Dec 17 T 7:00p-9:00p Dec 10

Maximizing Your Point & ShootNow is the time to get serious about using your Point & Shoot Digital Camera. Taking better images is easier than you think. Today's digital cameras are very capable of taking great images when basic techniques are applied. This is a non-technical class that will give you a basic understanding of what it will take to go from taking snapshots to photographs. We will start with instruction followed by a shooting session to practice what you have learned. Then, we will download and review the images taken to determine why the good ones are good and why the bad ones are bad. More class details online.


10756 Sept 14 S 10:00a-12:00p Sept 7 10757 Sept 25 W 7:00p-9:00p Sept 18 10758 Oct 9 W 7:00p-9:00p Oct 2 10759 Dec 3 T 7:00p-9:00p Nov 26

Picture ManagementThe good news about digital photography is that you can now take hundreds of images without the high cost of film and processing. For some people, this is also the bad news. Now that you have taken all these great images, how do you store, organize and catalog them so you can find them years later. This class will show you ways to sort and organize your images in a way that is meaningful to you. We will explore various software options that are free along with other applications specifically for image management. More class details online.


10755 Oct 12 S 10:00a-12:00p Oct 5

Photoshop elements – 1Learn how to take your photographs and make them even better. Whether you need to do some basic cleanup or major editing, this class will show you how. There are 2 parts so you can take the first session, then practice what you have learned then take the second. Or, if you have been working in Photoshop Elements for a while, take the second session and hone your skills even more. More class details online.


10760 Sept 21 S 10:00a-12:00p Sept 14 10761 Oct 2 W 7:00p-9:00p Sept 11 10762 Oct 23 W 7:00p-9:00p Oct 16

Photoshop elements – 2This is a follow-up to Part 1. Note: Part 1 is not a requirement for Part 2 if you have used Photoshop Element before and are comfortable with the basics. More class details online.


10764 Oct 5 S 10:00a-12:00p Sept 28


Functionally FitA basic, easy to follow workout designed to improve posture and increase mobility and strength. Flexibility work will be included to enhance joint Range of Motion. The end result being to enhance one’s quality of live. Exercises in this class are intended to enhance the basic, intermediate, and advanced activities of daily living.

AGES: 55+ • MIN/MAx: 5/25 • FEE: $42 INSTRUCTOR: Franciosi Fitness • LOCATION: Main Street FacilityACTIVITy DATES DAy TIME REGISTER By


Fountain of YouthThis efficient and balanced class includes a 25-minute cardiovascular workout, without complicated choreography, and 25 minutes of resistance training for any level.



Golden FitnessClass is designed specifically for older adults, regardless of fitness level. This is a total body workout with exercises designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordi-nation, agility, muscle strength and cardiovascular endurance. This workout will combine aerobic, flexibility and resistance training all done in a fun, non-competitive environment.


10561 Sept 11-Oct 2 W 9:15a-10:00a Sept 4 10606 Oct 30-Nov 20 W 9:15a-10:00a Oct 23

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The Westfield Parks & Recreation Department is always looking for people to get involved with our projects and events, most of which could not happen without the help of volunteers. There are several opportunities coming up this fall! Please visit our website for more information about each event and to sign up to volunteer.

volunteerOPPORTUNITIES

Race Across hamilton county: Saturday, August 24th 1:30–4:30pm @ Freedom Trail Park Be a part of this Amazing Race style event by supervising one of

the fun and wacky challenges!

Voices from the Past: Friday-Saturday, September 13–14th @ Asa bales Park you can take Westfield’s living history tour for free by serving as a tour guide! Seeking enthusiastic individuals to lead tour groups and speak about historic points of interest along the route. Tours last 90 minutes with approximately 35 minutes of walking. Please contact Westfield Parks & Rec at 317-804-3183 to sign up!

Fireside Tales: Wednesdays in Sept/Oct, 6–8pm @ Simon Moon Park Volunteers needed to help the kiddos with making crafts and s’mores at these

fun, free, family friendly events!

Grand Junction Derby: Saturday, October 5th @ Downtown Westfield Join us for Westfield’s annual derby car race! Several volunteer opportunities available throughout the day.

Westfield in Lights: Friday, December 6th @ Downtown Westfield Several volunteer opportunities are available throughout the evening for Westfield’s annual tree-lighting festival!

Adopt-a-Prairie: Ongoing your organization, group, team, or company can “own” a section of the prairie at Freedom Trail Park in exchange for helping maintain it - only a three day per year commitment!

HOW DO I GET STARTED?1. Register as a volunteer through our website at www.westfield.in.gov/parks.

Click on “Volunteer Opportunities.” **You only have to complete the registration form once** This will give you access to the Volunteer Information Center where you can view and sign up for specific volunteer opportunities, manage your schedule, and track service hours.

2. Once registered, go to the “Volunteer Information Center” using your email address and password selected in the registration process.

3. To view and sign up for volunteer openings, please click on the “My Schedule” tab and navigate through the calendar looking for “Help Wanted” symbols.

4. Sign up for an opening and join us for a great time giving back to the community!

SEEkING ALL dog loversjOIN THE FRIENDS OF WESTFIELD BARk PARkThe Friends of Westfield Bark Park, Inc. is an organization dedicated to spreading awareness and building a team to make the Bark Park at Osborne Park a reality! Their mission is to establish a fenced-in, off-leash dog park where well-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, safe environment without endangering or annoying people, property, or wildlife. The Friends of the Westfield Bark Park are a growing group with many exciting plans. They meet the last Thursday of every month at 7pm at the Main Street Programming center, 330 e. Main Street. Anyone is welcome to join! Find us on Facebook to learn more and see page 3 for information about FWBP’s Pictures in the Park event.


COMMUNITy COMMITTEE:

The primary initiative of the Community Committee is par-ticipation in Plant a Row (PAR) for the Hungry. PAR is rooted in the gardeners’ tradition of sharing bountiful harvest with others. The plan is simple – we ask you to plant an additional row of vegetables, fruits, or herbs in your garden and deliver the harvest to one of our drop-off sites, and the donated produce will be delivered to local food pantries. Through PAR, citizens are able to truly be a part of their community and help those in need. In the last three years, well over two tons of fresh produce has been donated to local food pantries. Much of this produce came from the community garden planted by local children at the Westfield Farmers Market and from the PAR committee garden. The committee is always looking for active members to help plan, plant, and maintain the gardens, as well as promote the initiative throughout the community. Get involved in this wonderful program by joining the committee or simply by planting an extra row in your own garden!

Local Produce Drop-Off Site: Ameriana Bank, 3333 East SR 32, Westfield

FLORAL COMMITTEE:WIB’s inaugural committee organizes and participates in beautification projects such as planting the downtown planter boxes, Community Plant Day, the Floral Display Competition and more! A predominant color is selected each year to help provide unity throughout the community. This color is utilized in the hanging baskets and planters downtown, in the garden beds in the parks, and residents are encouraged to feature it in their own gardens. In the winter, the Floral Committee also coordinates the decoration of the downtown planters for the annual Westfield in Lights celebration and sponsors the downtown business decoration competition. Join us for our next meeting, and get involved in the 2014 initiatives!

WESTFIELD IN BLOOM: planting pride in our communityWestfield in Bloom (WIB) is a volunteer committee with a mission to instill a greater sense of civic pride and promote beautification through education and community involvement by encouraging the use of flowers, plants, trees, and other environmental and lifestyle enhancements. WIB, in partnership with Westfield Parks & Recreation, is currently made up of four sub-committees, each with its own unique projects and goals: Floral, Heritage, Community, and Environmental Awareness. The committee is always looking for new members, and anyone is welcome to attend the meetings on the first Thursday of every month at 7pm at the Main Street Programming Center, 330 E. Main Street.


Do you have an interest in the history of Westfield? Join the Heritage Committee and get involved in making history come to life! The goal of this group is to combine resources with organizations such as the Westfield Washington Historical Society in an effort to heighten the community’s awareness of Westfield’s heritage. In 2013, the Heritage Committee will be hosting the third annual “Voices from the Past” living history walk. “Voices from the Past” is a unique way to learn about Westfield’s history through the lives of former citizens. Attendees are guided on a journey into the past through two historic cemeteries where they hear first person interpretations of some of Westfield’s historic citizens, portrayed by Westfield Playhouse actors. See page 13 for more information, or better yet – sign up to be a tour guide!

HERITAGE COMMITTEE

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS COMMITTEEThe EAC was formed to help promote an environmen-tally sustainable community by increasing environmental awareness in Westfield. In 2013, the EAC focused on water conservation education through hosting a series of workshops, as well as on growing the Adopt-a-Prairie program. Get involved in this great group and be a part of developing the 2014 initiatives!

cOnGRATULATIOnS TO The 2013 FLORAL DISPLAY cOMPeTITIOn WInneRS!

Residential categories:Best Small Front yard: Michelle Missen

Best Large Front yard: Greg & Stephanie Evans & Family

Best Front Entryway: Linda Waddick

Best Front Porch: John Wolf

neighborhood entrance categories:Resident Maintained (<200 Homes): Maples at Springmill

Professionally Maintained (200+ Homes): Countryside Oak Ridge & Plainville Drive

Professionally Maintained (<200 Homes): Oak Manor

civic categories:Best Container Gardens: Countryside Swim Club

Best In-Ground Gardens: City Hall Heirloom Garden – Hamilton County Master Gardeners

business categories:Best In-Ground Gardens: The Fern of Westfield


Monon Trail Phase 6 and 7: A contract has been signed to begin the final design of the Monon Trail from State Road 32 to 216th Street. Phase 6 will go from State Road 32 to Monon Elementary School. This phase will include a cycle track along the west side of Wheeler Road, which will provide an area dedicated to bicycle commuters, resulting in less congestion on the multi-use trail. A trail head is also being planned at Monon Elementary School. Phase 7 will continue from the school to 216th Street and includes a small trail head in Hortonville. Stay tuned for announce-ments of community meetings as we continue this process of extending the Monon to link up with our neighbors to the north!

Monon Trail Tunnel at 161st Street: Preliminary construction for a future tunnel began July 15th on the Monon Trail at 161st Street, resulting in an approximate 90-day closure of the trail at this location. This closure will allow for completion of the framework of the future tunnel at this location, which will be necessary with the new interchange. Currently, 161st Street is closed to vehicular traffic. Taking advantage of this closure will allow for more efficient construc-tion scheduling and prevent an additional closure in the future. Once the trail is re-opened, you will not see any evidence of the tunnel, as the

framework will be below ground. When funding becomes available, the tunnel will be completed, providing Monon Trail users a safe crossing where they will not interact with vehicle traffic.

bike Loops: you may have seen signs around Westfield calling out Bike Loops with directional arrows. This is part of a new bicycling system which maps out and shares routes throughout Westfield that utilize multi-use trails, connector trails, and roadways. The loops are spe-cifically designed for

different difficulty levels from beginner to expert and span distances ranging from 1.85 to 33.3 miles. Please check our website for complete information on each loop before heading out. We are striving to be a great bicycling friend community.

Safe Routes to School Grant: A company has been chosen to develop a plan for a Safe Routes to School Program at Oak Trace Elementary School that was made possible by a grant awarded to the City by INDOT last fall. The City is working alongside the school, PTO, parents and Safety Official to create a plan for Oak Trace that can be used as a template in the other elementary schools. There will be more information coming soon as this wonderful program gets rolled out.

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PARkSArmstrong Park 16200 COUNTRySIDE BLVD. • • • •Asa bales Park 205 WEST HOOVER STREET • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Freedom Trail Park 500 DEER WALK TRACE • • • • • • • • • • • • •Grand Junction Park & Plaza DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD COMING SOON

hadley Park 100 WEST MAIN STREET • • •Liberty Park 16001 WESTFIELD BLVD. • • • • • •Old Friends cemetery Park 302 SOUTH UNION STREET • • • • • • • • •Osborne Park 17001 DITCH ROAD FUTURE HOME OF WESTFIELD'S BARK PARK — SEE PAGE 21 FOR MORE INFORMATION

Quaker Park 17501 DARTOWN ROAD • • • • • • • • • • • •Raymond Worth Park 16301 LITTLE EAGLE CREEK AVE. • •Simon Moon Park 2710 EAST 171ST STREET • • • • • • • • Please visit www.westfield.in.gov/parks to learn about other special features in the parks, including a sledding hill, interactive wind chime, and more!

SHELTER RENTALSWestfield Parks & Recreation has eight shelters that can be rented for birthday parties, family reunions, or just a fun get-together! Reservations can be made online at www.westfield.in.gov/parks, via phone at 317-804-3184, or at the Westfield City Service Center (2728 E. 171st Street, Westfield, IN 46074). Shelters can be reserved in four hour time blocks for a fee of $45. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance and are confirmed upon payment. Cancellations will result in a full refund to your account with Westfield Parks & Recreation for future shelter rentals, program registration, or any other Parks & Recreation fee.

Please note that parks and trails are also available for rent for special events. If you are interested in hosting an event larger than can be accommodated through a Shelter Rental, please contact Westfield Parks & Recreation at 317-804-3184 or [email protected] for more information.

PARkS & TRAILS guidePARkS & TRAILS map

MILES LOCATION SuRFACE MAJOR ACCESS

Anna Kendall Trail FIRST SECTION TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN 2013 WITH UNION STREET FLATS

cool creek Trail 0.9146TH ST. TO COOL CREEK PARK

ASPHALTCOOL CREEK PARK, COOL CREEK COMMONS

Grand Junction Trail

0.4171ST ST. TO JERSEy ST.

ASPHALT, 171ST TO MIDLAND BRICK, MIDLAND TO JERSEy

OLD FRIENDS CEMETERy PARK • • • •

Midland Trace Trail

1.5GUNTHER BLVD. TO UNION ST., QUAKER PARK

ASPHALTOLD FRIENDS CEMETERy PARK, QUAKER PARK • • • • •

Monon Trail 2.9146TH ST. TO QUAKER PARK

ASPHALT, 146TH TO 161ST STONED, 161ST TO QUAKER PARK

GREyHOUND PASS TRAILHEAD, QUAKER PARK • • • • • •

natalie Wheeler Trail 1.5156TH ST. TO 171ST ST.

ASPHALTCOOL CREEK PARK, LIBERTy PARK •

Please visit www.westfield.in.gov/parks for more information and to view our Trail Guide and Map.

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DOnATIOnSIs there a particular park or trail project that you would like to see in Westfield? your donations provide Westfield Parks & Recreation with the funds for refurbishment, maintenance and new development of parks and trails. Every little bit helps!

SPOnSORShIPSWestfield Parks & Recreation has many corporate partnership opportunities, ranging from facility naming rights, to sponsorship for events such as the Grand Junction Derby, Westfield in Lights and Movies in the Park, to advertising in this publication. These are wonderful opportunities to contribute to the facilities and events that make Westfield a great place to live and play.

DeDIcATIOnSLooking for a unique way to recognize or remember someone special? Consider a commemorative tree planting or bench in one of your favorite parks or along a trail in Westfield along with an engraved plaque for your personal dedication. Our staff can help with selections and placement that will make it a gift to the community for years to come and the perfect way to honor a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or any other special occasion.

For details about park gifting and dedication opportunities, please contact 317-804-3184 or [email protected].

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Grand Guide Fall/Winter 2013