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September 2021 Newsletter
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The mission of the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the quality of life in the city by providing the best possible recreational facilities and programs for its citizens through effective management of natural, human, and financial resources.
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department has worked tirelessly to keep the Wellness Center operational in a time of labor shortage nationwide. We want to keep some of our buildings open longer. We want to increase the hours in the pool. We know there is a need to add more swim lessons. We know our community desperately needs us to offer more child care programs. We want to do all of these things so we can make our community stronger, but we need more smiling faces with a passion for our mission.
So, how can you help?
 On Friday, September 3, we will be sharing all of this information via an email announcement and on our social media pages. We are asking all 6,000 of our email subscribers and our 10,000 plus social media followers to share our plea with your personal contacts. Please, help us find the employees we need so we can offer the best parks programs possible.
Thank you!
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Aquatics
- Lifeguards
- Head Lifeguards
- Lifeguard Instructors
- Swim Instructors
Contact: Julie Martin, Aquatics Coordinator
**Greatest need for daytime guards M-F.**
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Child Care
- Clubhouse
- Winter and Spring Break Camps
- Special Events
- Homeschool Education
Contact: Ashley Conner, Youth Development Coordinator
**Greatest need for daytime Clubhouse M-F.**
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The Hub
- Working the front desk
- Tours
- Community events, such as Global Fest booth
Contact: Heather Wiltse, Membership & Marketing Director
**Greatest need for Friday nights and Saturdays.**
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Riverside Skating Center
- Rink Guards
- Skate Instructors
- Zamboni Drivers
Contact Amanda Jeffries, Rink Manager
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Volunteering
- Special Events: Global Fest, Fall Fest, etc.
- Childcare: Reading, homework help, art, etc.
- Lilly Nature Center: Opening, crafts, hikes, etc.
- Youth Sports; Coaches, referees, etc.
- Contact: Wellness Center
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Wellness & Sports
- Fitness Instructors
- Referees
- Sports Instructors
- Wellness Coaches
Contact Rachel MacDougall, Wellness Coordinator
**Greatest need for youth sports officials.**
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First Annual Fall Festival
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 29 for Fall Festival. Everyone is welcome, but you'll need to register all participants in CivicRec under the Special Interest tab.
Volunteers: We are looking for both residents and local businesses to help us line the trails of Cumberland Park with tables and booths for a night of trick-or-treating fun. We also need volunteers to help with set up and clean up.
Event: Fall Festival is open to middle school children and younger. All children need to have a guardian on-site. All costumes should be family-friendly and weapon-free. There will be trick-or-treating, games and bounce houses. CDC approved masks are required for all indoor activities.
Contact Ashley Conner with any questions.
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 Return to Regular Hours
Beginning Tuesday, September 7, 2021 we will return to regular hours of operation.
Monday-Friday 5 AM-8 PM
Saturday 8 AM-5 PM
Sunday 12 PM- 5 PM
The pool will reopen on Sundays from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
The hours will remain extended as long as we have the staff required to safely operate the Wellness Center. We will return to summer hours in May 2022.
The Parks and Recreation Office and the Wellness Center will be closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day.
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Silver & Fit
You've asked and we're making it happen. We are in the process of finalizing our contract with Silver & Fit. We are still several weeks away from offering the program, but it will be available later this fall. To learn more about the Silver & Fit program and to check your eligibility, visit the Silver & Fit website.
We currently offer Renew Active from United Healthcare.
Contact Mary Czaja-Casillas with any questions.
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Youth Basketball
- Ages 3-11
- Saturday mornings games
- First game: October 23rd
- Last game: December 18th
- No game: November 27th
- Register in CivicRec under the sports tab
Contact Rachel MacDougall with any questions.
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New Website To Serve the Community Better
We know, our current website needs some TLC. This fall, we'll be launching an entire new site. We are not updating our current site due to several technical issues. If you have any questions, call the Wellness Center for assistance.
Clubhouse Reminder
If you book a reservation in Motionvibe and are unable to use your timeslot, please cancel or call the Hub. Reserving a time and not using it limits other families from using the Clubhouse due to limited space.
Thank you for your help with this concern.
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Wellness Center Highlights |
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 Parents Night Out
On August 20, we hosted our first PNO and 38 kids had a great time. The next PNO events will be held on October 15 and December 17, 2021.
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 Free Story Time
Each month, we'll be offering a free community story time at the Wellness Center. Registration will open in CivicRec on the 1st of each month.
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 Fall Swim Lessons
Group lessons are returning to the Wellness Center in a few weeks. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for more details.
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Winter Camp
- Students ages 5-12
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Dates: December 27-31 and January 3-5
- Registration: November 15
- Campers will need to bring a lunch daily
- A morning and afternoon snack will be provided
Contact: Ashley Conner with any questions.
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Group Exercise Changes
New classes begin Tuesday, September 7, 2021
- Tabata: Tuesday & Thursday at 6 AM with August
- Zumba Gold: Tuesday & Thursday at 11 AM with Denise
- Hatha Yoga: Thursday at 5:30 PM with Theresa
- Stronger Together: Friday at 11 AM with Denise
Contact: Rachel MacDougall with any questions.
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Welcome Ashley
Be sure to welcome and congratulate Ashley Conner. Ashley is our new Youth Development Coordinator and she has a passion for youth programming. She worked with the Lafayette Parks Department for five years assisting at McAllister Recreation Center. Ashley graduated from Purdue University in 2019 with a degree in Elementary Education and taught locally for two years. Ashley ran our Summer Camp program for the the 2020 and 2021 seasons. We're so happy she's joining our team full-time.
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Please reach out to Marketing Director Heather Wiltse with any social media or newsletter ideas. She's always seeking photos and human interest stories to share with our community.
Parks and Recreation
222 N Chauncey Ave
West Lafayette, IN 47906
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