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Director’s Message
This Fall brings an abundance of energy and change to our department. We are
very excited about the opening of our newly renovated Blinn Tennis Courts!
We would like to thank Bay Path University for their very generous donation
that helped us purchase the new shed and much needed windscreens.
We would like to thank our Pancake Breakfast sponsor, White Hut Kitchen for
their generosity in donating all the supplies for our annual pancake breakfast as
well as volunteering to help cook the pancakes!
I’d like to thank Deb Pratt who has volunteered with our field hockey program
for the last several years. The experience and talent she brought has helped
many young players develop. We will miss her very much and wish her luck in
the future!
On Saturday, October 3, we are holding our first annual “Fall Festival” on the
Green! We will again have our ever-popular community tag sale as well as
area craft vendors, mini food court featuring local food trucks as well as local
farmers market, old fashioned kids carnival games, acoustic musicians tent and
so much more! You can read more about the event inside this brochure.
On Saturday, October 24, we are offering “Halloween in Salem.” We will tour
the Salem Witch Museum and have plenty of time to explore this unique town
just in time for Halloween!
Don’t forget to visit our beautiful parks this fall. There is so much to see and
do while walking trails, picnicking with your family or using the playgrounds
and ball fields. Get outdoors and enjoy!
Bari Jarvis, M. ED.
Director of Parks and Recreation
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ContentsGeneral Information 2
Greenwood Children’s Center 5 Trips 6 Aquatics
Infant, Toddler, Preschool6
Youth Programs 6
Sports Association 8
Longmeadow Dance School 9
Adult Programs
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For Your InformationThe Board of Park Commissioners sponsors the fol-
lowing organizations and programs. Sports Associa-
tions are independent associations that handle their
own registration and league coordination with some
LPRD assistance. Each Sponsored Association has a
specific registration process. Please contact the indi-
viduals listed below for detailed information about
their programs and registration.
Longmeadow Youth Football
Jeff Carterud
www.longmeadowfootball.org
Longmeadow Girls’ Lacrosse
Mark Pinkowski or Tim Kingston at
www.LGLAX.com.
Longmeadow Baseball and Softball Association
Renee Broadbent, 413.478.4557
www.longmeadowbaseball.net
Longmeadow Little League Association
Steve Schiffman, 413.374.7674
[email protected], Fax: 413.567.8045
Eteamz.com/longmeadowll
Longmeadow Soccer Association
Mary Pat O’Connor 413.567.8237
www.longmeadowsoccer.org
Longmeadow Aquatic Club
Longmeadow Boys’ LAX Association
Gregory Macdonald, 407.414.5780
www.longmeadowlacrosse.com
Longmeadow Youth Basketball Association
Victor Oundjian, 413.262.1333
Wheel measured one mile cross-country course. Results will
be timed, recorded and posted on www.LPRD.net and
www.coolrunning.com
Time: 8:45am registration, 9am race start
Fee: $1—please bring your own water bottle
Register the day of the event
BLACK RIBBON CHALLENGE:Improve your time over two or more
races and win the black ribbon!
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General InformationOffice Locations
Main Office: The Community House
735 Longmeadow Street, Longmeadow, MA 01106
Hours: Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm
Passport hours 9am-3pm
Phone: 413.565.4160 Fax: 413.565.4165
Greenwood Office: Greenwood Children’s Center
231 Maple Rd, Longmeadow, MA 01106
Hours: Monday-Friday from 7am-6pm
Phone: 413.565.4163 Fax: 413.565.4219
LPRD hotline: 413.565.2255
Email: [email protected]
Web site: www.lprd.net
Our Vision
Passionate Professionals, Beautiful Parks, Exceptional
Experiences
Our Mission
The Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department, operating
under the advisement of the Board of Park Commissioners, is
dedicated to developing and maintaining beautiful, safe and
environmentally friendly open spaces for the public to use and
enjoy. Through affordable, comprehensive and exceptional
experiences, we build a sense of community, enrich people’s
lives and contribute to total development of the individual,
family, and the Longmeadow community. We strive to meet the
needs of our customers and residents and the needs of the Town
of Longmeadow through activities and parks that are
representative of the best practices of our profession.
Board of Park Commissioners
The Longmeadow Park Commissioners are appointed volunteers
whose charge is to set policy of all Town Parks and Recreation
activities.
James Russell, Chair
David Horowitz, Vice Chair
James Jones, Commissioner
Margaret Rakas, Commissioner
Jeff Rintoul, Commissioner
Department Staff
Bari Jarvis, M ED, Director
Cristina Judd, BA, Assistant Director
Tracy Berns, Administrative Assistant
Marina Blanusa, Director of Child Care
Kelly Zieba, BA MCOM , Director of School Age Services
Sponsorship Opportunities
Businesses in Longmeadow and the neighboring areas are
finding that they can demonstrate their commitment to our
community and promote their services or products through the
official Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department
Sponsorship Program. The opportunities available include
advertising in the LPRD seasonal brochure, sponsoring an event
or program, contributing in-kind services, and/or making a
donation. Call today for your Sponsorship Package.
Advertisements
Advertisement in this publication does not express or imply the
endorsement of a business or its products and services by the
Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department.
ADA
The Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department complies
with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibiting
discrimination on the basis of disability. ADA requires that
recreation programs must be implemented in the most integrated
setting possible, appropriate for each individual. Persons with
disabilities are encouraged to contact the Longmeadow Parks and
Recreation Department regarding any accommodations needed to
assist with participation in and the enjoyment of any program or
special event. If you have any questions, please call
413.565.4160.
On the web - www.lprd.net
If you ever needed to know when a class was being offered,
needed a form or wanted to sign up for your next recreational
opportunity, now you can do all this and more on the web.
We encourage you to take advantage of this great service.
Registrations and payments are secure and encrypted guarding
your personal information.
Cancellation Information
Information Hotline - Call 413.565.2255 for up to the minute
cancellation and event information. Programs held at schools will
be cancelled when school is cancelled.
Facility Rentals
Community House Facility Rental
Are you looking for a convenient space for a lecture, an
anniversary celebration, etc.? The Longmeadow Community
House will seat up to 200 people auditorium style or 150 for a sit
down dinner. Rentals are on a first come, first served basis.
Call 413.565.4160 for more information or go to www.lprd.net.
Park Rules
A complete listing of the Park Rules is available at each Park,
on-line at www.lprd.net and at the Parks and Recreation office.
Park Permits
Park Permit Forms can be obtained at the Parks and Recreation
Department office or on the web at www.lprd.net.
Program Registration
Initial Registration for Programs begins when you receive this
brochure, unless otherwise noted in the program description. All
registrations are taken on a first-come, first serve basis until the
program maximum or established deadline. Use the activity
numbers listed under program description and to search online
for registration. Registration can be done online at ww.lprd.net,
in person at the community house or a completed registration
form can be faxed or mailed in to the community house with
payment included. Payments are due in full at the time of
registration and can be made by check made payable to LPRD,
cash or credit card. NOTE: there is a $10 fee added to all
non-resident registrations.
Refund Policy
No refunds will be given after the program registration deadline
or start of the program. A $25 processing fee will be deducted for
any approved refund.
Fee Assistance
The Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department’s programs,
classes and special events are available to all residents regardless
of economic status. We provide fee assistance for qualified
residents and a confidential application is available in our office
or on the web at: www.lprd.net.
Programs fill fast! Register online at www.lprd.netWeather Cancellations 565.2255
Travel with Us This Fall! We are offering two fantastic, affordable trips.
Both are family-friendly or great for a quick getaway!
Celebrate Halloween in Salem, MA
Saturday, 10/24
Depart from Greenwood Center
Living in New England in the late 1600's evoked fear and suspicion. Nowhere did this happen more than in Salem,
Massachusetts. Our destination today is the seaside village of Salem, MA where each Halloween the town is turned
into a celebration called "A Haunted Happening". Our trip will take us to downtown Salem where participants can
tour Salem Witch Museum at 10:45am following a self-guided tour of the Town. Go back in time and visit the
cemetery that is the final resting place for young girls who were accused of being witches in a time when panic was
setting in. The downtown area will be the site of vendors and exhibits dedicated to Halloween and the spirit of this
haunted holiday.
Saturday, October 24 # 6115.402
Depart from Greenwood at 8am; return to Greenwood at 8:00pm
Fee: $64 per person
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Autumn in New York City
Sunday 9/27, 7am - 10:30pm
Depart from Greenwood Center
Come and enjoy a day in the big apple! Sit back and relax, we’ll do the driving!
Plan the day to your liking to include shopping, visiting museums or just enjoying
all that New York City has to offer! Stops will be along 5th Avenue TBD by driver
the day of the trip. Time in the city is approximately 10am to 7pm.
Sunday, September 27 # 6103.101
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Trips Autumn in New York City
Enjoy a day in the Big Apple, plan the day to your liking to include shopping,
visiting a museum or seeing a show! Stops will be along 5th Ave TBD by the
driver the day of the trip.
Sunday, 9/27 #6103.101
Depart from Greenwood at 7am; return at 10:30pm
Fee: $52 per person
Celebrate Halloween in Salem, MA
Our destination today is the seaside village of Salem, MA where each Halloween the town is turned into a celebration called “A Haunted Happening”. Stroll down-
town Salem where you can tour the Salem Witch Museum at 10:45am followed
by a self-guided tour of the town. Visit downtown where there will be vendors and exhibits dedicated to Halloween and the spirit of this haunted holiday.
Saturday, 10/24 #6115.402
Depart from Greenwood at 8am, return at 8pm
Fee: $64 per person
The Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall
Enjoy the splendor of the Holiday season by attending The Christmas Spectacular
at Radio City Music Hall. We have tickets for the 2pm show with seats that are
located in the orchestra section of the theatre. You get to plan your day and we
provide the transportation and the venue. Time in New York will be from
approximately 10am-7pm. Drop off locations are TBD the day of the trip.
Thursday, 12/10 #6109.101
Depart from Greenwood at 7am, return at 10:30pm
Fee: $120
AquaticsRed Cross Swim Lessons, Ages 4-18, Longmeadow High School Pool
Group lessons follow American Red Cross guidelines and are taught by our
experienced lifeguards. Levels start at beginner and progress to advanced swimmer. Class levels may be combined depending on enrollment. Participants
should be comfortable in the water and must be toilet trained. The pool may be
closed additional dates due to inclement weather.
Dec 5-Jan 23 (No class 12/26, 1/2)Level 1: 12:15-1pm #5506.201
Level 2: 1:15-2pm #5506.203
Level 3 & 4: 2:15-3pm #5506.205
Fee: $70 per person
Longmeadow Youth Swim Team, Ages 5-18, Longmeadow High School Pool
Participants must have knowledge of the 4 competitive strokes and be able to
swim 50 yards (2 laps of the pool) continuously. Program meets four nights per week and participants are required to make at least two practices each week.
Swim meets take place on either Friday evenings or Saturday mornings. Team
swimsuit is required and parent volunteering during swim meets is mandatory. To register, please contact Erin Dudeck or Meaghan Pandolfi
Monday-Thursday, 6-6:45pm, 6:45-7:45pm
Oct 5 - end of Jan 6-6:45pm, ages 5-10
6:45-7:45pm , ages 11 & Up
Fee: $150 per swimmer, payable to the Longmeadow Aquatic Club at time of registration.
Infant, Toddler & Preschool Musical Notes, Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers , Greenwood Center
Did you know that music can increase a child’s emotional intelligence, creativity and social skills? Clap your hands, tap your feet and sing along with Jon O’Neill
as he combines songs with dance and musical instruments!
Infant Classes, newborns thru 24 months
Tuesdays, 10-10:30am Sept 15-Oct 20 #2102.101
Nov 3-Dec 8 #2102.102
Toddler Classes, 24 months thru 4 years
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15am
Sept 15-Oct 20 #2100.101
Nov 3-Dec 8 #2100.102
$72 per child or $100 per family
New Parents Support Group, Greenwood Center
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11am
Gain support, meet new friends and establish bonds with other new parents.
This group is open to new parents and their infants from birth to one year of age. This program is offered through Baystate Medical Center Parent Education
Department. Call 794.5515 for more information. No meetings when schools are
cancelled due to inclement weather or during school vacation weeks
(12/24-1/1, 2/15-2/19, 4/18-4/22). This program is FREE! No sign-up is required.
Gymnastics and Sports, Ages 2-4, Greenwood Center
Instructor Lorrie Rousseau offers age appropriate gymnastic activities using the
balance beam, parallel bars, rings, uneven bars and vault designed for little bodies with safety in mind. Sport activities include soccer, croquet, t-ball, bowling, floor
hockey and much more!
9:30-10am
Sept 10-Nov 12 # 2129.305
Nov 19– Feb 11 # 2129.306
Feb 25– May 5 # 2129.307
10:15-10:45am
Sept 10-Nov 12 # 2129.309
Nov 19– Feb 11 # 2129.310
Feb 25– May 5 # 2129.311
(No class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 4/21)
Fee: $99 per person
Skyhawks SoccerTots, Greenwood Center Skyhawks’ SoccerTots® is a physical development program that uses a variety of
fun games to delight and engage kids in physical activity while developing motor
skills, promoting physical fitness, and creating self confidence.
Parent participation is required.
Wednesdays, Oct 7-Nov 4
Teddies– 20 to 30months, 4:15-5pm #2118.101
Teddies II– 2.5-3.5 years 5:15-6pm #2118.102
Fee: $89
Youth ProgramsJumpingClay Under the Sea Workshop, Ages 6 & Up Greenwood Center JumpingClay is an air-drying polymer clay that is 100% safe and non-toxic and
completely mess-free! Our workshops provide step by step instruction and
assistance by trained instructors while encouraging creative self expression andbuilding confidence. Each participant will create their own 3-D “underwater”
display using JumpingClay while learning about basic shapes and color mixing.
Beginners are welcome!
Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Oct 14-Nov 4 #2125.322
Fee: $60
Ceramics and Me , Grades 2-5, Wolf Swamp School Children will have the opportunity to work in clay, explore and learn hand
building skills in a small group. Students will create sculptures and useful "pots".
Students will also have the opportunity to 'paint' their works with safe ceramic glazes and have them fired in a kiln. Children may arrive in art room upon
dismissal for quiet work time (and snack) until class begins at 3:15. Class size is
limited and returning artists are welcome. Instructor is Heidi Salz.
Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15pmOct 6-Dec 15 #2110.101
Fee: $160
Youth ProgramsPenguins and Polar Bears Art-ventures with Let’s Gogh Art, Grades K-4
Blueberry Hill CafeteriaEmbark upon a journey through the Arctic and Antarctic regions to learn about
the captivating lives of cold-weather creatures. Sculpt clay polar bears and pen-
guin reliefs. Design hats as colorful as the Northern Lights and transform plain t-shirts into oceans teeming with creatures. Explore the art of decoupage, collage,
stained glass and more while learning fun facts about endangered creatures. A
scholarship may be available for a child whose parent is willing to assist at every class. If interested, contact [email protected]
Mondays, 2:45-4pm #2125.201
Nov 9 – Jan 4 (no 12/28)
Fee: $98 per person
Superheroes: Saving Planet earth with Let’s Gogh Art, Grades K-4
Center School Cafeteria
Superhero girls and boys soar off on a top-secret mission to save planet Earth
using the most important superpower of all: imagination! We'll design our own superhero masks, shields, and capes to protect our secret identities, and even build
superhero sidekicks to accompany us as we save the world. Super Art Heroes will
create a variety of AMAZING and original works of art using natural, recycled and unconventional art forms and techniques. A scholarship may be available for
a child whose parent is willing to assist at every class. If interested, contact
Tuesdays, 2:45-4pm #2125.204
Nov 10 - Jan 5 (no 12/29)
Fee: $98
Kids Yoga , Grades 1-5, Greenwood Center
Join Instructor Carleen Sarno for a fun, playful and safe kids yoga practice at Greenwood Center! This yoga series is designed to build strength, concentration,
flexibility and community, through the time honored tradition of yoga. Please
wear loose comfortable clothing and bring your own mat or borrow one of ours!
Mondays, 3:45-4:30pm Sept 21-Oct 19 (no 10/12) #4109.208
Fee: $25.00
Gymnastics for Girls, Community House Main AuditoriumLorrie Rousseau introduces training of skills on JR Olympic apparatus as well as
a back handspring trainer that safely instructs a gymnast for the proper form and
technique for learning back handsprings and back walkovers. This is an excellent opportunity for girls to master strength and conditioning exercises through skills
that will enhance performance in other programs like cheerleading, dance or acro
classes. Please wear a leotard or shorts and t-shirt. Please tie hair back and no jewelry is allowed.
Ages 4.5 thru 7, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm
Sep 9-Nov 25 (no 9/23, 11/11) #2129.321
Dec 2– Feb 10 (no 12/30) #2129.322
Feb 24-May 4 (no 4/20) #2129.323
Ages 4.5 thru 7, Thursdays 4-4:45pm
Sep 10-Nov 12 #2129.329
Nov 19-Feb 11 (no 11/26, 12/24, 12/31) #2129.330
Feb 25-May 5 (no 4/21) #2129.331
Ages 8 thru 14, Wednesdays 5:45-6:30pmSep 9– Nov 25 (no 9/23, 11/11) #2129.332
Dec 2– Feb 10 (no 12/30) #2129.334
Feb 24-May 4 (no 4/20) #2129.335
$145 per person/per session
Gymnastics and Sports, Ages 5-10, Greenwood Center
Lorrie Rousseau offers age appropriate gymnastics activities with the balance
beam, parallel bars, rings, uneven bars and vault. Sport activities include soccer, croquet, t-ball, bowling, badminton, and more. Classes culminate in a year-end
performance with medals presented to every child in the “Olympic Tradition”.
Tuesdays 3:45-4:15pmSep 8-Nov 17 (no 11/3) #2129.317
Nov 24-Feb 2 (no 12/29) #2129.318
Feb 9– Apr 26 (no 2/16, 4/19) #2129.319
$99 per person/per session
Karate- Shotokan Style , Ages 5-13, Olde Town Hall
Shotokan Karate-Do (SKIF System) is a traditional Japanese martial art. The
study of karate is an inner search for growth and self-discipline, which encom-passes many ideals. Students will be trained in the basic exercises involving
punching, blocking, kicking, stances, forms, sparring, and self-defense. A white
karate uniform is required and can be ordered through your instructor Jim Shea.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30-6:30pmSep 8-Oct 27 #4100.106
Nov 3-Dec 17 #4100.107
$70
Middle School Cross Country
Whether you’re already running 5K’s or are just a beginner, you’ll get the
coaching and support you need to help you reach your goals while enjoying a fun
workout and great camaraderie! Participants will have the opportunity to run as a team in a local 5K. Your instructor is Coach Amaral.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:35-4:45pm
Sept 8– Oct 29 #2150.101
Meet in front of Storrs Library Fee: $39 per person (includes t-shirt)
Girls Field Hockey Clinic, Grades 5-8, LHS Russell Field
Experience an instructional clinic hosted by the LHS Varsity Field Hockey Team
under the direction of Coach Ann Simons. This clinic is designed to give participants the opportunity to enhance their individual skills while focusing on
game strategy and team play. Bring your own stick if you have one or one will be
provided by the coach. All participants must furnish their own mouth guard, shin
guards, and goggles (or cage mask).
Sundays, 4-5:30pm
Sept 20 & 27
Fee: $25 per player, cash or check only, to register visit the Community House
Babysitting Training, Ages 11-15, Greenwood Children’s Center Participants will learn about the basic care for all age children, job responsibility,
first aid and activities to keep children safe, happy and busy. The course is hands-
on with a great deal of reading. Please pack a peanut free lunch.
Nov 11, 10am-4pm #3502.204
Jan 18, 10am-4pm #3502.201
Feb 16, 10am-4pm #3502.202
Fee: $70 per person
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Parents! Need a night off?
Drop your children off for a supervised, fun filled night
of arts & crafts, tattoo art, movie and a bounce house! A
peanut free snack will be provided, bring a water bottle
and wear comfy clothes! Fridays, 5:45-8:30pm
Oct 16: Halloween Party Nov 13: Fall Festival
Dec 18: Holiday Celebration Jan 29: Winter Wonderland
Feb 26: Luau Mar 18: Slumber Party
Apr 29: April Showers May 27: Fiesta!
Instructors: Lorrie Rousseau, Diane Shields
Location: Community House
Fee: $13 per person, payable to LPRD at the door
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Girls Volleyball Program, Grades 1-8, LHS Gym
This is a high energy, skill packed clinic run by Mark Ditomassi offers participants the experience of learning the basic skills and rules needed to play the
game as well as viewing high speed game play. Participants will receive a t-shirt
and attend select high school games. Proceeds from the clinic benefit the
Longmeadow High School Girls Volleyball Booster Club. *Dates and time may
change to allow for LHS Girls Volleyball schedule. Grades 6-8 will meet all 3
days, Grades 1-5 will meet on Saturday morning only.
Grades 1-5, Saturdays
Sept 12-Oct 24 #2125.101
9-11am
Fee: $25
Grades 6-8, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Sept 8- Oct 27 #2125.101
6:30-8pm (T,Th), 9-11am (Sat)Fee: $70
Drama Program: Musical Production, Grades 4-8, Community House
James Cass will continue to offer this unique after school drama club activity to
aspiring actors. Actors will be taught a variety of theatrical activities throughout the program. This program allows participants the opportunity to express them-
selves in many ways while fostering self-esteem, broadening socialization and
developing teamwork skills. Mr. Cass is a certified theatre teacher with the State
of Massachusetts and holds a degree in acting from Webster University in St.
Louis. Notes: There will be an additional rehearsal on Wednesday, Feb 3rd from 4-5:30pm and a dress rehearsal on Friday, Feb 5th from 4-6pm. Performance is
scheduled for Saturday, Feb 6th from 6-9pm at the Community House. Costumes
will be rented from a Professional Costume House (included in fee).
Fridays, 4-5:30pm (4-5pm on 10/16, 10/23, 11/13, 11/20, 12/11, 1/15)Oct 2-Feb 5 (will meet on Thurs 1/28) #2100.201
Fee: $290 per person
World Music / African & Caribbean Drumming & Singing , Ages 10-Adult
Olde Town HallIn this inter-generational class for youth to adult you will experience the joy of
folkloric drumming and singing from West Africa, the Caribbean and around the
world. Join Aimee Gelinas in these dynamic, hands on participatory classes where you will learn instrument technique, how drum and song patterns fit
together, fun instrument exercises, songs in many languages, and the opportunity
to develop, arrange and perform. The final class will conclude with a potluck/winter solstice performance at 4pm. Traditional instruments will be provided.
For more information email Aimee at [email protected] or visit
www.tamarackhollow.com.
Thursdays, 3-4pm Sept 10-Dec 17 (no 9/17, 10/15, 11/26) # 2140.101
Fee: $250, includes the use of drums/instruments
Sponsored Sports AssociationsYouth In-Town & Traveling Basketball Leagues, Sponsored, Grades 1- 8
LYBA offers a recreational program for boys & girls in Grades 1 – 8, in which
everyone makes a team. Grades 1 & 2, which play on Saturday morning, are primarily instructional in nature. Specifically, each one hour Saturday morning
block dedicates 30 minutes to teaching basic basketball fundamentals (e.g., drib-
bling, passing, shooting), followed by a thirty (30) minute scrimmage vs. another 1st-2nd grade team. In addition, LYBA may periodically offer optional clinics for
this age group on a weeknight during the season to advance players’ skills &
development. As for 3rd through 8th grade, teams have one practice and one game per week with an official referee at each game. Optional weekly clinics
may also be made available to 3rd & 4th grade participants as well. More infor-
mation about the clinics will be provided in late November/early December. The season generally starts in early December and ends in early March.
LYBA also offers optional travel teams for Grades 3 – 8, which have an incre-mental fee in addition to the standard registration LYBA fee. Travel team players
are selected through a try-out process in which LYBA utilizes independent evalu-
ators. Travel try-outs are held in late October/early November. More information will be available at registration nights. The 2015/2016 LYBA registration fees
will vary by grade. All LYBA reg. fees will be posted on the LYBA website
(www.longmeadowyouthbasketball.org), as well as made available at the Longmeadow Parks & Rec Dept. [LPRD] located in the Community House, and
at all LYBA registration nights. THE PLAYER REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE
WAIVED FOR A PLAYER IF HIS/HER PARENT IS VETTED & APPROVED
TO SERVE AS HEAD COACH. More details will be available on-line & during
the registration process. Anyone interested in coaching should sign up during
registration. Registration begins August 24, 2015. You can register your child on-line at
www.longmeadowyouthbasketball.org 24 hours per day [only credit cards are
accepted]. If you register on-line and are interested in coaching, you must notify LYBA via the website. In addition, registration can be done in person at LPRD at
the Longmeadow Community House during regular business hours. The only
form of payment accepted by LPRD at the Community House is a bank or person-al check [no credit cards or cash will be accepted by LPRD]
2015 LYBA registration nights will be at the Longmeadow Community House on
Thursday, September 24 and Thursday, October 1 from 6:30-8:30 pm. No cash or credit cards will be accepted; only checks at registration nights. Travel players
will be assessed an additional fee which must be paid once the travel teams are
announced. Starting on October 2nd, players can still register to play at LPRD in the Community House but will be assessed a $25 late fee. Last, any approved
refund requests will also be charged a $25 processing/handling fee. Please visit
www.Longmeadowyouthbasketball.org for updates.
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Community House - 735 Longmeadow Street
Mondays– Sept 14
Tuesdays– Sept 15
Wednesdays– Sept 16
Thursdays– Sept 17
Tuesdays: 11/3, 11/10, 12/22, 12/29, 1/5, 2/16, 3/15, 4/19
Wednesdays: 9/23, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20
Thursdays: 10/15, 11/12, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21
30 minute class: $330/year
45 minute class: $400/year – Enjoy a $95 savings
60 minute class: $450/year- Enjoy a $210 savings
90 minute class: $675/year – Enjoy a $315 savings –BEST VALUE!
Zumba and Dance Fitness Classes – session rates vary per class
To help reduce fees, cash or check (payable to LPRD) is preferred.
Credit is accepted and a 4-month payment plan is available through the
Parks and Recreation office with a credit or debit card.
Sparkles, glitter and sequins galore! Costume ordering is very exciting
for instructors and students. Your dancer will be
measured and their costume(s) will be ordered this Fall. All costume
deposits are due at the time of registration, as these fees are not included
in the class rates. Please see the class descriptions to determine how
many routines your dancer’s class participates in. Any remaining
costume balances will be due by January 31, 2016. Your dancer’s
beautiful costume(s) arrive in the Spring!
1 routine in the Recital = $25 costume deposit
2 routines in the Recital = $50 costume deposit
3 routines in the Recital = $75 costume deposit
4 routines in the Recital = $100 costume deposit
Photo Day Group 1 –Community House - Saturday, March 12, 2016
Photo Day Group 2 –Community House - Saturday, April 9, 2016
Dress Rehearsal –Longmeadow High School - Friday, May 13, 2016
Recital –Longmeadow High School - Saturday, May 14, 2016
Please note: Recital tickets are not included in the class rate. Tickets
will be available for purchase in the Spring.
Last day to withdraw from classes and receive a prorated refund for the
remaining classes of the year minus a $25 withdrawal fee is Friday,
October 16, 2015. If you do not officially withdraw from classes with
Parks and Recreation by this date, you will be charged in full.
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2015 – 2016 Dance & Fitness ClassesInstructors: April Bergeron and Jessica Downie
Dance, Movement and Tap for Preschoolers, Ages 2.9 and Up,
Community House
Dance your way through this spectacular dance class! Children will shuffle, hop, sing and dance while learning basic ballet and jazz and tap techniques in this
exciting and educational class. Dancers will have fun exploring preschool barre
work, center floor work and across the floor work in these areas of dance. A varie-ty of fun, sparkling props and upbeat popular children’s music will be en-
joyed. Dancers will wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color with black
leather oxford tap shoes and pink leather ballet shoes. Fancy ballet skirts are welcome. This class participates in one routine in the Recital.
Instructor: April Bergeron
Wednesdays, 10-10:45am #7001.706
Tumbling and Movement for Preschoolers Ages 2.9 and Up,
Community House
Kids will flip for this introductory tumbling, movement and jazz class. In this
fun, high energy, structured environment, tumblers will improve strength, bal-ance, coordination, rhythm, and flexibility. Our colorful gym mats, tunnels, props
and tumbling obstacle course will help your child develop spatial awareness and
gross motor skills. Center floor jazz technique will keep us moving and grooving to popular children’s music. This is a great class for preschoolers to burn energy
in a safe, fun and educational environment. Girls wear a leotard any style and
color, tights any color, and pink leather ballet shoes. Boys wear any type of fit-ness apparel with sneakers. This class participates in one routine in the Recital.
Instructor: April Bergeron
Wednesdays, 10:45-11:30am #7001.715
Dance, Movement and Tap for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners Ages 2.9
and Up, Community House Preschool and Kindergarten dancers will work together in this energetic class!
Children will shuffle, hop, sing and dance while learning basic ballet and jazz
dance styles with additional instruction on tap technique. This class is both excit-ing and educational. Dancers will have fun exploring basic barre work, center
floor work and across the floor work in these areas of dance. A variety of fun,
sparkling props and upbeat popular children’s music will be enjoyed. Dancers will wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color with black leather oxford tap
shoes and pink leather ballet shoes. Fancy ballet skirts are welcome. This class
participates in one routine in the Recital. Instructor: April Bergeron
Wednesdays, 4-4:45pm #7001.716
Dance, Movement and Tap for Kindergarteners, Community House
Kindergarteners will truly enjoy this hour long class, which is the next step for
your Dance Kindergartener. Dancers will continue to develop the basic ballet, jazz and tap skills acquired in their previous Dance and Movement classes while
adding new skills! Each week, dancers will learn new technique as they move
and groove to both classic and popular children’s tunes. Dancers wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color, black leather oxford tap shoes and pink
leather ballet shoes. Fancy ballet skirts are welcome. This class participates in
two routines in the Recital. Instructor: April Bergeron
Thursdays, 4-5pm #7001.708
Dance Fitness for Kids, Ages 5 and Up, Community House This class is so much fun, it does not feel like a workout! This class combines
upbeat music with all new dance and fitness games, prop relay races, fitness cir-
cuits and more. We will leap, crawl and roll through obstacle courses designed to challenge your child – a physical and mental workout! This is the perfect class to
burn off energy! Participants should wear any type of athletic clothing appropri-
ate for moving their entire body (no jeans or skirts please!). Please bring a water bottle to each class. This class may be taken alone or in addition to other classes.
This class does not participate in the Recital. Instructor: Jessica Downie
Mondays, 5-5:30pm
Session 1: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 1 free class! #7001.820
Session 2: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21 #7001.821
Session 3: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8 #7001.822
Session 4: 2/22, 2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 #7001.823
Fee: $45 per session
Zumba® for Kids , Ages 5-8, Community House
Come feel the music and join the party with Zumba® for Kids! This dance fitness
class teaches kid friendly versions of Latin dance styles like cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, and hip-hop. Ms. Jess will lead the class through a workout in
disguise with fun and simple movements to motivating and energizing music just
for kids. This class is great for the child that loves to dance to their own beat! Participants should wear any type of athletic clothing appropriate for moving their
entire body (no jeans or skirts please!). Please bring a water bottle to each class.
This class participates in one routine in the Recital. Instructor: Jessica Downie, Licensed Zumba® for Kids Instructor
Tuesdays, 6-6:30pm #7001.661
Pre-Ensemble Ballet/Tap/ Hip Hop Jazz for Grades 1 & 2, Community House
This class is designed for the dancer looking to further develop their dance educa-
tion in a positive and encouraging environment. Dancers will improve their tech-nique and performance abilities in this extraordinarily high energy hip hop jazz,
super fun tap, and beautiful ballet class. Ensemble dancers will have a blast as
they gain confidence and get a great workout in this non-competitive 60 minute class. Dancers wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color, black slip on
jazz shoes, black leather oxford tap shoes, and pink leather ballet shoes. This
class participates in two routines in the Recital, including the featured Ensemble production routine. Instructor: April Bergeron
Wednesdays, 4:45-5:45pm #7001.712
2015 – 2016 Dance & Fitness ClassesInstructors: April Bergeron and Jessica Downie
Ensemble Ballet/Tap/Hip Hop Jazz for Grades 2, 3 & 4, Community House
This next level of Ensemble focuses on dramatic improvements in dance tech-nique, stage presence, strength and flexibility. This class is designed for the danc-
er looking to further develop their dance education in a positive, encouraging
environment. Dancers will improve their performance abilities in this high energy jazz, super fun tap and beautiful ballet class. Ensemble dancers will have a blast
as they gain confidence and get a great workout in this non-competitive 90 minute
class. Dancers wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color, black leather jazz shoes, black leather oxford tap shoes, and pink leather ballet shoes. This
class participates in three routines in the Recital, including the featured Ensemble
production routine. Instructor: April Bergeron
Thursdays, 5-6:30pm #7001.713
Ballet/ Hip Hop Jazz for Grades 3 & 4, Community House Dancers will love this ballet/hip hop jazz combo class! Class will start with head
to toe warm ups to popular and classic ballet tunes. Students will learn ballet barre
combinations set to classical and lyrical music and focus on body placement and terminology while working center floor. Dancers will learn all styles of jazz
including street funk, Broadway and of course – hip hop! Dynamic, super fun
choreography allows your dancer to learn new steps and patterns. Dancers wear a leotard any style and color, tights any color, black leather jazz shoes and pink
leather ballet shoes. This class participates in one routine in the Recital
Instructor: April Bergeron
Wednesdays, 5:45-6:30pm #7001.707
Zumba® for Tweens Ages 8-12, Community House Come feel the music and join the party with Zumba® for Kids! This dance fitness
class teaches kid friendly versions of Latin dance styles like cumbia, merengue,
salsa, reggaeton, and hip-hop. Ms. Jess will lead the class through a workout in disguise with fun and simple movements to motivating and energizing music just
for kids. Participants should wear any type of athletic clothing appropriate for
moving their entire body (no jeans or skirts please!). Please bring a water bottle to each class. This class does not participate in the Recital. Instructor: Jessica
Downie, Licensed Zumba® Instructor
Mondays, 4:15-5pm
Session 1: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26,1 free class #7001.920
Session 2: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21 #7001.921
Session 3: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8 #7001.922
Session 4: 2/22, 2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 #7001.923
Fee: $45 per session
Performance Ensemble Hip Hop Jazz/Tap/Ballet Lyrical for Grades 5 & Up
Community House
Performance Ensemble is the class for dancers who love dance and desire more
opportunities to grow and perform in addition to our annual Recital. Performance Ensemble dancers will meet for dance classes during the week and have the op-
portunity to perform in optional community performance/workshop opportunities.
Performance Ensemble Dancers will have a blast as they challenge their abilities, gain confidence and get a great dance workout in this 90 minute non-competitive
class. Dancers wear any style and color leotard, tights any color, black leather
jazz shoes, pink leather ballet shoes, and black leather oxford tap shoes. This class participates in optional community performances and four routines in the
Recital including our featured Ensemble production routine. Instructor: Jessica
Downie.
Tuesdays, 4:30-6pm #7001.714
Option 1 – (One class per week) Performance Ensemble for Grades 5 & Up
Tuesday, 4:30-6pm and 6:30-7:15pm #7001.811
Option 2 – (Two classes per week) Performance Ensemble for Grades 5 & Up AND Advancing Ballet Technique
Advancing Ballet Techniques – Pointe & Pre-Pointe, Community House
Pointed toes and pirouettes! This class is everything ballet! This is a great class
for dancers that wish to focus on advancing their personal technique and really take things to the next level in ballet. This class is individually tailored to each
dancer’s level providing individual challenges to help dancers excel . This class
will have a strict dress code of leotards any style and color, convertible tights any color, ballet skirts and pink leather ballet shoes. Pointe shoes may be incorpo-
rated based on individual evaluations in the month of October. This class partici-pates in one routine in the Recital. Instructor: Jessica Downie
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:15pm #7001.811
Father Daughter, Community House
Create a precious memory! Couples will learn an easy beginner partner routine
during five Saturday morning practices. During this fun filled hour, fathers and daughters will dance, shake, twirl and spin to create a dynamic routine that will be
performed in our annual Recital. No experience necessary! Instructors: April
Bergeron and Jessica Downie
Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am 1/15, 2/6, 3/5, 4/9, 5/7 #7001.780
Time: 9:30am to 10:30am
Fee: $180 per couple (1 father & 1 daughter) Includes: 5 studio partner lessons, 1 stage rehearsal, Recital costume and tights for daughter and Recital ticket for
father.
Fee: $280 per couple (1 father & 2 daughters) Includes: 5 studio partner lessons, 1 stage rehearsal, recital costume and tights for both daughters and Recital ticket for
father.
Sign Up –$20 fee (for first participant/$10 for each additional sibling) in an envelope marked with your child’s name Give to Jess or April during class Walk in registration the evening of the event Parks and Recreation officeBring- sleeping bag or blanket, pillow, water bottle
Join us for a Friday evening adventure jam packed with awesome themed activities. This event is open to all boys and
girls ages 4 and up. Your child will enjoy a super fun, safe adventure with Longmeadow Dance School Instructors April
Bergeron and Jessica Downie. All AWESOME ADVENTURES include a safe supervised event from 5:00pm to
8:30pm at the Community House, a themed peanut-free snack (so have dinner before you arrive!), a variety of arts and
crafts, a kid friendly movie on our large projection screen and many energy burning activities.
September 25th :
October 23rd : Happy Halloween ParadeNovember 20th : minion madnessDecember 11th : Winter Olympics
January 15th: Princesses and Superheroes
February 12th : Sweetheart SurprisesMarch 11th : Shamrock Ride on Parade
April 15th :
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Adult ProgramsAll Levels Yoga, Community House /Greenwood Center
Join us for this all levels yoga class suitable for beginner to advanced students.
Throughout the practice, posture modifications will be offered to accommodate
all levels and abilities. Renew, relax, and rejuvenate in a comfortable, safe and
fun environment . Bring your own mat or borrow one of ours.
Mondays, 9:30-10:30am, Community House Sept 21-Oct 26 (no 10/12) #4109.101
Wednesdays, 7-8pm, Greenwood Center
Sept 30-Oct 28 #4109.102
Monday & Wednesdays
Sept 21-Oct 28 (no 10/12) #4109.103
$45 One day/week, $75 Both days*Check www.lprd.net for next session dates available soon!
Cribbage League, Greenwood Center Dining Room
New members welcome, but please come with experience. Approximately 25-30
players attend each night and play nine, fifteen minute games. For additional information, call Peter at 413.525.7787.
Tuesdays, 7-10pm
Sept 1-end of May
Men’s Basketball , Glenbrook Middle School
Evening Pickup games provide the opportunity for a great work out, competition and fun. Players must be out of high school to participate in this program.
Thursdays, 8:30-10pm
Oct 15-Apr 14 (no 11/26, 12/25, 12/31, 2/18) #4112.501
Fee: $77 for the year or $5 per night
Monday Night Volleyball, Ages 40 & Up, Greenwood Center Fun pick up games with players calling their own violations. The first 18 players
to pre-register are guaranteed a spot each night, drop-ins play on a first come first
serve basis as space allows.
Mondays, 7:30-9:30pm Oct 5-Apr 25 #4114.501
Fee: $30/season paid in full prior to the 2nd week or $5/night maximum of $50
Co-Ed Volleyball, Glenbrook Middle School
Pick-up games are non-officiated, with teams calling their own violations. This fun, non-competitive atmosphere allows players to improve their skills. Players
with basic volleyball skills are urged to join.
Mondays, 8-10pm
Sept 21– May 16(No 10/12, 12/28, 1/18, 2/15, 4/18) #4110.101
Fee: $77 for the year or $5 per night
Men’s Volleyball, Greenwood Center
This program offers a high level of play for advanced co-ed players ages 18 and
up. Teams call their own violations. The first 18 players to pre-register are guaranteed a spot each night, drop-ins play on a first come first serve basis as
space allows.
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm Sept 16– May 18 # 4113.501
Fee: $65/season paid in full prior to the 2nd week or $5/night maximum of $100
Digital Photography Boot Camp, Greenwood Center
Do you have a SLR camera and want to know how to use it? Learn about your camera’s parts and functions, auto and manual settings, controlling light and
motion and more. Class includes instruction, “play time,” weekly assignments and
photo critique. Participants must own a digital SLR camera. Register with Denise by calling 413-530-4036 or [email protected]
Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm Thursdays, 6-8:30pm
Sept 8-Oct 6 Sept 10-Oct 8
Fee: $195 Oct 15-Nov 12
Tai Chi, Ages 16 & Up, Olde Town Hall Tai Chi is less strenuous than other martial arts, with an emphasis on deep breath-
ing, slow movements, and chi (energy) development. Class involves traditional
warm-ups and stretching, breathing exercises, stances and 3-part form. Wear comfortable clothing, a flat sole indoor sneaker, dance shoe or bare feet. Your
instructor is James P. Shea 7th Dan SKIF.
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm
Sept 8-Oct 27 #4100.104
Nov 3– Dec 22 #4100.105
$60 per person
Karate - Shotokan Style, Ages 14 & Up, Olde Town Hall Shotokan Karate-Do International Federation (SKIF) system includes an
International standardized syllabus of kihon (basics), kata (forms) and kumite
(sparring). All instruction and certification is authentic and directly affiliated with SKIF Japan. *A white karate uniform is required for class and can be
ordered through the instructor, James P. Shea 7th Dan SKIF. (Saturday classes
intermediate/ advanced level only). (no 11/26, 12/24, 12/26)
Tuesdays 7:30-9pm, Thursdays 6:30-8pm, Saturdays 8:30-10amSept 1-Oct 31 #4101.101
Nov 3-Dec 31 #4101.102
Fee: $75 per person
Zumba for Adults, Community House Dance Studio Add some spice to your workout and come shake your cha-cha with Zumba! This
Latin based group exercise class features aerobic/fitness interval training that
tones and sculpts the body. Instructor Jessica Downie will lead you through fun, energizing, easy to follow routines that burn up to 1,000 calories per class. Wear
any type of athletic clothing and sneakers. Be sure to bring a water bottle!
Mondays, 5:45-6:30pm #7001.666
Session 1– 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26Session 2 – 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21
Session 3– 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8
Session 4– 2/22, 2/29, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 Fee: $35 per session
Longmeadow Newcomers’ Club
The Longmeadow Newcomers' Club is an organization of women of all ages who have recently moved to Longmeadow. The club provides numerous opportunities
for new residents to get to know one another and feel at home in their new town
and have a lot of fun. Activities include: book club, wine and dine, couples events, game nights and much more. New members are welcome at any time. We
will be hosting an open house in September. Please email us for further details
and any questions. [email protected]/Longmeadow-Newcomers
www.longmeadowma.org/newcomers
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Greenwood Children’s Center
Daycare Program
Infants - One month to 15 months, $320/week
Toddlers– 15 months to 2.9 years, $303/week
Preschoolers– 2.10 years to Kindergarten, $244/week
Part time options available
*25% Sibling discount
*50% discount if out for a week
Call 413.565.4163 for additional information
or to set up a tour
