Cason Family Park Cason Family Park
Groundbreaking Groundbreaking Coming August 2023 Coming August 2023
Global Fest Global Fest
Chauncey Plaza Chauncey Plaza
September 16 September 16
Harvest Hustle 5k
Harvest Hustle 5k
Cumberland Park Cumberland Park
October 13 October 13
Registration is open for art, Registration is open for art, basketball, music, and more! basketball, music, and more!
The mission of the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the quality of life in the City by connecting its citizens to the best possible parks, recreational facilities, and programs.
Our parks are for everyone.
Celery Bog Nature Area
Cumberland Park & Arni Cohen Memorial Fields
Lilly Nature Center
1620 Lindberg Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765 775 5172
Margerum City Hall
222 N. Chauncey Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47906 765 775 5110
WLparks@westlafayette in gov
Municipal Pool
1200 N. Salisbury Street West Lafayette, IN 47906
765 775 5129
(Opens Memorial Weekend)
Riverside Skating Center 100 Tapawingo Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765.743.7465
(Closed for the Season )
Wellness Center 1101 Kalberer Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765 269 4950
wellness@westlafayette in gov
George E. Lommel Park
Happy Hollow Park
Lincoln Park
Mascouten Park
Paula R. Woods Park
Peck-Trachtman Park
Tapawingo Park
Trailhead Park
Tommy Johnston Neighborhood Park
University Farm Park
Wabash Heritage Trail Side Park
We're excited to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with our community! In July, Park Departments around the country will use the hashtag #wherecommunitygrows on social media to highlight programs and events
The West Lafayette Parks Department is able to offer a variety of classes and programs throughout the year and community interest helps us determine which programs to offer. Cancellation policies are in place to ensure all participants know what to expect when signing up for programs.
If classes are cancelled by the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department, we will refund all fees If you cancel your registration at least five business days before the start of the class, you may receive a refund, less a $10 00 processing fee Since decisions to offer classes are enrollment-dependent, refunds will not be granted for cancellations less than five business days from class start date Account credits are issued for refunds
Any cancellations to camp registrations must be completed by the date listed on the registration forms Camp weeks may not be dropped or transferred after the date listed, and you will be financially responsible for any remaining weeks No refunds or credits will be given for the registration fee
All registrations must be paid in full. Withdrawals or refunds of a single session will result in the four-session $25 discount being removed from the refund amount. Refunds will only be issued as an account credit. Families may receive a refund up until two weeks before the week that your child is registered. After the deadline, no registrations may be transferred or refunded. Make requests in writing to aconner@westlafayette.in.gov.
Membership cancellations require written notice and must be submitted five days before the end of the month. There is no refund for cancelling in the middle of a month. All discounts for facility programs are for members only Patrons will no longer be eligible for discounts on programs such as camps, youth sports, and swimming lessons, effective the date of cancellation
When you attend our events, facilities, and parks, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Photos and videos will be used for the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department's social media pages, newsletters, program guides, website pages, and other publications.
April 8: Wellness Center Community Day
April 12: Bingo and Lillich Lecture Series
April 13: Versiti Blood Drive at the Wellness Center
April 20: Staff attended the annual WALLA board meeting
April 21: Wibit Night at the Wellness Center with more than 200 attendees
April 28: Annual Arbor Day Celebration
April 29: De-Trash the Wabash with WREC
May 3: West Lafayette Farmers Market opened for the season
May 5: New drinking fountain added to Cumberland Park
May 6: Wellness Center Community Day
May 8: Parks Department new Gators arrived for the maintenance team
May 10: Wednesday in the Wilds at the Lilly Nature Center
May 15: Park Board approves adding recreational Gaga league for kids, run by kids
May 16: Little Libray added to Trailhead Park: Donated by United Way and Women United
May 20: 8th Annual Mind BOGgling Event at the Lilly Nature Center
May 20: Annual Wabash Valley Woodworkers meeting at the Morris Schoolhouse
May 30: Summer Camp opened for the season
May 27: Municipal Pool opened for the season
May 31: Free Pickleball lessons at the Riverside Skating Center
Thank you to the Lafayette Kiwanis Club for helping to fund youth swim lessons and camp scholarships for the 2023 season (Photo below) To learn more about how you can support Kiwanis, visit their website at www.kiwanislafayettein.org for more information.
On Saturday, June 17, we joined the City to celebrate Juneteenth at Tapawingo Park Hundreds of local friends gathered peacefully to celebrate love, culture, and education Visit our Facebook page to see more photos!
West Lafayette Parks and Recreation strives to help everyone learn to swim and be safe around water Teaching water safety is important to us, which is why we offer high-quality swim lessons at affordable prices. We can help anyone six months and older learn to swim by choosing group or private lessons.
All children ages 5-11 are required to take a swim test. Parents and guardians must be within arm's reach of all children under five years of age or for any child unable to pass the swim test. Parents or guardians of children less than eight years of age must remain within the Aquatics Center Please review the full list of rules on the wall near the tot-spot
The 170,000-gallon pool includes:
Four 25-yard lap lanes
A walking vortex
An open swim area
A zero-depth splash pad
ADA complient entrance ramp
Visit our Aquatics page to view pool use policies
The 250,000-gallon pool includes:
a baby pool is less than one foot deep the intermediate pool is 1.5 to 3 feet deep the large pool is 3 5 to 12 5 feet deep with two low diving boards Lifeguards supervise this space
three shade structures picnic space
See the Facilities & Rentals tab on page 20.
We partner with the American Red Cross for all our lifeguard training needs. In this course, participants learn the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care. Class includes training for water rescues, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and first aid skills
September 15th, 6:30 to 8:15 p m
October 20th: 6:30 to 8:15 p m
no lap lanes beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Junior Lifeguards practicing CPR on June 23 at the Municipal Pool
Junior Lifeguarding introduces participants ages 1114 to the skills needed for entry to the American Red Cross lifeguarding course Participants will also assist instructors in teaching swim lessons after completing a full course week
Prerequisite Skills:
Continuous 25-yard front crawl swim
Continuous 25-yard breaststroke swim
Tread water for 1 minute
Submerge 7 to 9 feet under water
Cost: $25 per session
Time: 8:30 a m to 12:00 p m daily
For more information about lifeguard courses visit the aquatics page on our website or contact Julie Martin, Aquatics Coordinator jamartin@westlafayette in gov
Dates:
July 10 to July 14
July 17 to July21
July 24 to July 28
Ages: 3 Years and Older
Private swim lessons have many benefits, such as more flexibility with scheduling, customizable goals, and accommodations for special needs Private lessons benefit anyone terrified of water or who has experienced water trauma
A waitlist is periodically opened; please get in touch with us if you want to be added
Private lessons are purchased in sets of four 30-minute lessons. The cost is $100 for members of the Wellness Center or $125 for community members.
$40/session - Regular Municipal Lessons
$45/session - Diving Lessons
$100/private lessons (4 sessions)
Accounts must be current to register for programs and free of outstanding balances
No lessons on Labor Day; prices adjusted for the shortened week
All swim lesson instructors follow the American Red Cross swimming lesson program
Only staff are permitted to teach lessons
Instructors have the final say in which level each child needs to attend
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Proper swim attire is required
Swim diapers are required for all non-toilet trained swimmers
Arrive on time for the lesson; time will not be made up for tardiness
Always check in
Only the child registered for the lesson can attend
Ages: 6 months to 3 years old
Help your child learn to love the water! Parent/Child classes work on developing swim-readiness skills and building up confidence in the water The class is led by an instructor who will teach basic swimming skills through song and play
Activity Code:
Ages: 3 to 5 year-olds
These lessons help 3-5-year-olds learn how to develop basic swimming skills The class focuses on getting your child comfortable with water while learning several skills such as blowing bubbles, kicking, and floating
No swim experience is needed. Students will learn to feel comfortable in the water. They will be introduced to basic water competency skills. Activity Code:
Aug 29 to Oct 3
Aug 29 to Oct 3
Aug 30 to Oct 4
Aug 31 to Oct 5
Oct 10 to Nov 14
Oct 10 to Nov 14
Oct 11 to Nov 15
Oct 12 to Nov 16
Students need to be comfortable being in the water They will be introduced to basic water competency skills and develop the skills needed to swim independently without a flotation device Activity Code:
Ages: 6 to 11 year-olds
These lessons help teach 6-11 year-olds basic swimming skills and help develop stamina for long-distance swimming.
No swim experience is needed. Students will learn to feel comfortable in the water. They will be introduced to basic water competency skills.
Being comfortable water is required. Students begin to perform skills at a slightly more advanced level. This is the beginning of independent swimming
Students learn front crawl, elementary backstroke, and headfirst diving safety. They are introduced to scissor kicks, dolphin kicks, and diving from the pool edge in a seated position
Activity Code:
Aug 29 to Oct 3
Aug 30 to Oct 4
Aug 31 to Oct 5
Oct 10 to Nov 14
Oct 11 to Nov 15
Oct 12 to Nov 16
LEVELS 4 & 5
Students will increase endurance by swimming greater distances with familiar strokes. They will learn sidestroke, submerge and swim underwater They are introduced to breaststroke and butterfly stroke Advanced levels will refine performance for the previously learned strokes They will learn front and back flip-turns and shallow-angle dives into deep water
Activity
Aug 29 to Oct 3
Aug 30 to Oct 4
Aug 31 to Oct 5
Oct 10 to Nov 14
Oct 11 to Nov 15
Oct 12 to Nov 16
Swim lessons fill up quickly so have your account pulled up and active before the sessions open
Registration is all web-based and there is no priority to registering in-house or at your house
Private swim lessons are in high demand; wait times may vary depending on availability of the swimmer and instructor
We are in need of more lifeguards and swim instructors. If you're interested in learning more, please visit www.redcross.org/take-a-class/lifeguarding or www redcross org/take-a-class/swimming to review the needed qualifications Visit the Join our Team tab on page 24 for more information on how to apply
Michelle Denney Assistant Aquatics Coordinator mdenney@westlafayette.in.govThe West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department strives to keep all our youth safe with educational and engaging activities
CLUBHOUSE
The Clubhouse is our childcare area that members can utilize while enjoying the Wellness Center Kids ages six weeks to 11 years old can spend up to 2 hours a day learning and growing while their parents work out
Registration in MotionVibe is required Each child must be a Wellness Center member or pay $5 per visit to use the room if space is available
Ages: 6 weeks to 11 years old
Clubhouse Hours:
Mon to Fri 9:00 a m to 1:00 p m
Mon to Thur 5:00 p m to 8:00 p m
Sat 9:00 a m to 1:00 p m
Watch for announcements about a preschool program for the fall Preschool will be designed for children ages 3 to 5 years old
Join us for some fun-filled days of arts, crafts, swimming, and other indoor and outdoor activities. The camp will run on October 12, 13, 16, and 17
9 a m to 4 p m Campers must pack a lunch, but a daily snack is provided
Ages: 5 to 12 Years Old
Parent's Night Out (PNO) is the perfect opportunity for kids to squeeze in more social time with friends while parents run errands, go on a date, or enjoy a quiet night Activities include games, gym time, movies, and sometimes swimming. A meal and snack are provided.
$20 per child, $5 sibling discount
5:30 p m to 8:30 p m
Ages: 4-12 Years Old
Activity Code: 23-20305
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August 26 October 21 December 16
Wellness Center Wellness Center Wellness Center
No School? No Problem! Join us for a day of swimming, games, crafts, and more at the Wellness Center
$45 per day community rate
$35 per day member & Kids Camp Pass holders
9:00 a m to 4:00 p m
Ages: 5-12 Years Old
Activity Code: 23-20406 September 22
Ashley Conner
Youth Development Coordinator
aconner@westlafayette.in.gov
765.269.4950
Join us for our 2nd annual Back to School Ice Cream Social at the Wellness Center There will be a variety of ice cream and toppings and live music Everyone is welcome to enjoy this relaxing evening of socializing with us!
Friday, August 18 6 p m to 8 p m
West Lafayette Wellness Center
Bring your family and enjoy a night at the movies. We'll be showing Monster's University. Concessions will be available to purchase. Bring your own blanket.
Friday, August 25 Begins at dusk
Tapawingo Park
The best festival in the City is almost here! Great food and live music collide together for a cultural experience. Volunteers and donations are needed!
Saturday, September 16 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Chauncey Plaza
Fall flowers to brighten your landscape will be on sale starting in August We'll have mums! More information will be posted on our Facebook page and website!
The 17th annual Art of the Wabash event will be held at Tapawingo Park. The park will be turned into an open-air art gallery featuring regional artists, live music, food trucks, and activities for children
Sunday, September 24 10:00 a m to 4:00 p m
Tapawingo Park
Come and run with us! West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation for the 2nd annual Harvest Hustle 5K run/walk; this family-friendly event includes a kids' fun run
October 13 6 :00 p m to 8 p m
Wellness Center/Cumberland Park
Need help with dinner? Swing by the West Lafayette Farmers Market on Wednesdays and visit all the food trucks and produce stands. As always, the market is open Wednesdays from May to October. We are hosting a special Parks and Recreation market on July 26. There will be bounce houses, games, prizes, and more!
Wednesdays 3:30 p m to 7 p m
Cumberland Park
Join us on the patio of the Wellness Center for our Back to School Ice Cream Social.
We will have a variety of ice cream and toppings and live music. Everyone is welcome to enjoy this relaxing evening of socializing with us!
Date: Friday, August 18
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Fee: Free while supplies last Location: Wellness Center
Friday,
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
West Lafayette Wellness Center & West Lafayette Wellness Center & Cumberland Park Trail Cumberland Park Trail
$15 $25
Kids' Fun Run
Ages 3-10
Ages 16 and younger
Harvest Hustle 5K
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation presents its 2nd annual Harvest Hustle 5K! Bring the whole family to participate in the 3.1 mile run/walk. This is a family-friendly event, so strollers are welcome! The course begins and ends at the West Lafayette Wellness Center on the city's paved trail system. Race begins at 6 p.m. Registration is required. Bib and registration packets will be available to pick up at the Wellness Center on Thursday, October 12th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
$35
Ages 17 and older
Harvest Hustle 5K
Follow the QR code to register
Allow the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department to host your special events with our facility and shelter rentals. From graduation parties to small weddings, or epic pool parties, we have several options to help you celebrate! All our parks are open from 8 a.m. until a half-hour after sunset unless otherwise posted.
The Cumberland Park shelter is near the community basketball courts and the Arni Cohen Memorial Fields Cumberland Park is also home to the West Lafayette Farmers Market from 3:30 p m to 7 p m on Wednesdays from May-October The softball fields are used for summer and fall leagues but can be rented for events offseason
3065 N Salisbury Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906
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The Happy Hollow Shelters make an excellent choice for birthday parties and family celebrations The shelter rentals provide easy access to playgrounds, drinking fountains, restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and electricity The park contains two accessible playgrounds for ages 2 to 5 and 5 to 12, an open turf area, and five picnic shelters that can be reserved
Happy Hollow Park is approximately 81 acres in size with a dog park, one mile of paved trolley line trail for hiking, and approximately one mile of footpaths with access to Garden Street, Salisbury Street, and Rose Street
1301 Happy Hollow Rd, West Lafayette, IN 47906
The new City Hall location is within walking distance of Purdue University, the bus line, and several great local restaurants. Margerum City Hall, formerly the Morton Community Center, has four rooms available for your rental needs We also accept applications for contractor programs like art, dance, yoga, and music lessons (Continued on next page )
222 N Chauncey Avenue, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Our storage facilities are available for canoes, kayaks, and rowing shells beside the Wabash River. The facility is part of the Purdue Crew Boathouse and is located along the Wabash Heritage Trail immediately south of the river access facilities. The river access ramp and dock are available for use by Community Bay renters. The climate-controlled bay includes lockers and restrooms 500 Brown Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Bean Room 84
Flex Room 42
Lobby 42
Studio 1 30
Studio 2 30
MARGERUM CITY HALL
The West Lafayette Municipal Pool is a great way to host a pool party in the warm summer months. The pool is open daily, weather permitting, from May 27 through August 6.
After-hours private rental rates for the municipal pool are $225 (plus tax) per two-hour session for weekday use and $250 (plus tax) per two-hour session on the weekend. For information regarding rentals, please call the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation office at (765) 775-5110 and read through the Rental Information Packet available online
Pool shelter rentals are available for the first time this season! Rates are $180 (plus tax) for 2 hours and up to 20 guests Additional guests can be added for $10/person Available rental times are 2:30 p m to 4:30 p m and 5:30 p m to 7:30 p m These rentals are during public swim times; they are not private rentals
1200 Salisbury St, West Lafayette 47906
Parks and Recreation Rentals: Brandy Payne
Building Administrator
mbpayne@westlafayette.in.gov
Wellness Center Rentals: Mary Czaja-Casillas
Administrative Assistant
mczaja-casillas@westlafayette.in.gov
The Wellness Center is a nearly 72,000-square-foot facility built to offer more community connections and create stronger families We have several spaces available to rent that are perfect for birthdays and graduations For additional fees, AV services are available
1101 Kalberer Road, West Lafayette IN 47906
CLUBHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Location: Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range: $12-$18
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II: FULL-TIME
Location: Parks and Recreation
Hourly Rate Range: $1,691.08-$1,776.12
PERSONAL TRAINER
Location: Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range:$12.00-$30.00
LIFEGUARD
Municipal Pool & Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range: $12.00-$14.00
Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range: $12 00-$30 00
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Municipal Pool & Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range: $12 00-$22 00
Wellness Center
Hourly Rate Range: $12 00-$14 00
Our new AmeriCorps program aims to further develop and conserve our public greenspaces through service experience.
Above, Michelle Denney, Assistant Aquatics Coordinator, helps a young member learn to swim. If you love the pool and kids, apply to teach lessons today! We offer in-house training and flexible schedules
Contact Monica Wontor, HR Manager with any questions or technical issues at mwontor@westlafayette.in.gov
We are more than just a gym at the West Lafayette Wellness Center! Whether you're looking for group exercise classes, basketball courts, an indoor track, lap swimming, youth programs, sports, or fitness equipment, we have something for everyone
Our 8,000-square-foot wellness floor includes state-of-the-art LifeFitness equipment. The Wellness Center includes three group exercise studios and an indoor track. Each group exercise room is equipped with Fitness On Demand - a virtual fitness video library. Members can use any empty group exercise room to participate in their class or try our group exercise classes.
We offer more than 50 weekly classes, personal training, adult and youth sports, childcare while you work out, and group and private swim lessons
All members and guests need to be 14 years of age or older to come to the facility without an adult Any guests ages 14-17 need to have a parent sign a waiver each calendar year All children age six weeks to age 13 need an adult age 18 or older to be with them at the facility at all times
We ask that all members and guests review our Code of Conduct before using the facility to ensure a more enjoyable experience better.
The $50 joiner's fee will be waived for all City of West Lafayette residents and active military. A City of West Lafayette resident is defined as one who lives in a household paying property taxes to the City of West Lafayette If an account is inactive for six or more months, a new joiner's fee will be charged with membership renewal
Clubhouse
With Family Memberships, kids can have two hours of childcare while parents workout on-site
Fitness
More than 50 weekly fitness classes
Fitness on Demand classes
Fitness floor
Indoor track
Wellness Orientation with access to personal trainers
Gym
Open gym time for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickleball
Recreational sports leagues
Pool
170,000 gallons of water, splash pad, vortex, and four lap lanes
Both group and private swim lessons
Early Registration Access:
Wellness Center members receive early registration to swim lessons and various programming
CONTACT INFORMATION
wellness@westlafayette in gov 765.269.4950
Corporate Discount
15-29 Employees:
Waived $50 joiner's fee
30-74 Employees:
Waived $50 joiner's fee
10% discount on the membership package
75 or more Employees:
Waived $50 joiner's fee
15% discount on the membership package
Custom Company Plan
Increased employee benefits by company
Corporate discounts need to be set up by HR departments The listed discounts are off the Wellness Center standard fees. Several local companies have opted to increase the benefit and pay the difference to promote health and wellness among their employees
Contact the Wellness Center via email for more information: wellness@westlafayette in gov
First Responders and Active-Duty Military Discount
Waived $50 joiner's fee and $10 discount on monthly membership fees
For police, fire, or EMT with employee ID and current paystub (if applicable), and active-duty military with valid ID
Indiana School Employee Discount
Waived $50 joiner's fee and $10 discount on monthly membership fees
For all state-accredited K-12 school employees with current paystub and schoolemployee ID
Renew Active & Silver and Fit/Active and Fit
Insurance based program
No Wellness Center fee, fee may need to be paid to insurance to qualify
Drawing,
Creative
Jul 5 to Jul 26
Aug 2 to Aug 23
Sep 6 to Sep 27
Oct 4 to Oct 25
Nov 1 to Nov 22
Nov 29 to Dec 20
Jeannette Rehmel
jeannettemrart@gmail com
HANYOK
Storyplay Adventures is an interactive and dynamic class that takes children on an exciting journey of imagination and creativity Best suited for children ages 2 to 6 Join us as we bring stories to life and ignite a life-long love of literature and imaginative play!
23-60097
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Sep 7 to Sep 28
Oct 5 to Oct 26
Oct 5 to Oct 26
Nov 2 to Nov 30
Nov 2 to Nov 30
Dec 7 to Dec 21
Dec 7 to Dec 21
ENGLISH EXPLORERS: LANGUAGE FOR PRESCHOOLERS INSTRUCTOR: ANGELA HANYOK
Curiosity Quest is a homeschool enrichment course that offers students in grades Kindergarten through 4th grade an opportunity to learn cooperatively while engaging in hands-on activities, embarking on collaborative challenges, and exploring their own interests
Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sep 6 to Sep 27
Oct 4 to Oct 25
Oct 4 to Oct 25
Nov 1 to Nov 29
Nov 1 to Nov 29
Language for Preschoolers is designed for children ages 2 through 6 who are learning English as an additional language Come and be a part of this language adventure as we learn and explore together! Wed Wed Wed Wed Wed Wed Wed
Dec 6 to Dec 20
Dec 6 to Dec 20
Angela Hanyok
angela.hanyok@gmail.com
TAI CHI INSTRUCTOR: JESSICA BILLEY
Yang Style Tai Chi
Participants learn mind/body harmony and cultivate internal energy or "chi " It also promotes balance, flexibility, relaxation, calm focus, and improved general health All levels are welcome
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Participants will enjoy a fun afternoon of STEM and LEGO! Each week will have a new and fun challenge to complete. Ages 6 to 12
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We are always seeking new class ideas. If you or someone you know has something they would like to teach please contact Brandy at City Hall.
Click here to download the application packet
MUSIC LESSONS INSTRUCTOR: DOUGLAS GERY
45-minute private lessons in lead, acoustic, and bass guitar, ukulele, and songwriting are available upon request Lessons are based on each student's level of play and individual goals Lessons are available on Wednesdays in July or Wednesdays and Thursdays in August
For more info, contact Brandy at 765-775-5110 or email mbpayne@westlafayette in gov
MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR: MARC ROGERS
These classes are for students aged 10 and up Shotokan Traditional Karate M/F Sept 8 to
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Brandy Payne
Building Administrator
mbpayne@westlafayette in gov
Clogging All Ages
Instructor: Kyla Houston
Clogging is a dance form that includes everything from Irish step dancing to hip hop and everything in between You will learn choreography to a wide variety of songs, both new and old favorites
Ballroom and Latin Dance 16+
Instructor: Jessica Nugent
Beginner level course is designed to introduce you to the world of social dancing. In this class you will begin to learn the concepts that create a strong foundation of dance.
Intermediate classes expand on the dances you learned in Beginner Class and helps you become a much better social dancer in any setting
Instructor: Yana Zhao
Class focuses on Chinese dance performing and competition training
Fall Co-ed
League play begins on or after August 14 Registration open through Monday, August 8
$425 per team
Pickleball Outdoor
Outdoor pickleball courts are available at Riverside Skating Center every Monday and Wednesday. Times vary, visit the West Lafayette Parks Facebook Page for current time slots. Equipment is provided, if needed.
This program is a motor development program offered for individuals with disabilities The program is designed to help to help the participating individuals become efficient movers in a fun and safe environment Each individual enrolled in the program is assigned two trained clinicians who will work with them for the duration of the gym/pool program.
Activity Code:
23-70240 3-22 years old Aug 7 to Oct 7
Volunteer coaches and sports officials are needed!
This program is designed for children 3 to 5 years old The clinic will consist of a 30-minute skills practice followed by a 20-minute game
Activity Code: Fall 1
years old
Aug 7 to Oct 7
Activity Code: Fall 2
Our youth basketball program is designed for kids ages 5-11 The season includes one practice and game per week All participants will receive a jersey
Activity Code: Fall 1
Activity Code: Fall 2
Looking for some extra guidance on your fitness journey? Our personal trainers are here to help! After listening to your goals and discussing your personal history, our personal trainers will help you set attainable goals and create a program tailored to you
Join Certified Pregnancy & Postpartum Coach, Lauren Mullikin, for 8 weeks of building foundational strength, improving balance and feeling better moving in your body through core and pelvic floor focused movements Class times TBA
Rachel MacDougall
Sports & Wellness Coordinator
rmacdougall@westlafayette.in.gov
Join us at the Wellness Center for a ninegame season in the recreation league Join as a team or as an individual Games are played Thursdays 6 p m to 9 p m
Activity Code:
23-70602 23-70603
Individual Team Aug 10 to Oct 5 Aug 10 to Oct 5
Registration is open now for Fall Coed Softball Gather your team and join the fun!
Activity Code: Team
23-70502
Aug 14 to Oct 12
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation works to guarantee that current and future generations continue to enjoy our facilities, parks, trails and greenways, open spaces, and recreational programs that enhance the quality of life in our community
The Foundation works to ensure that we protect our valuable parks and recreation resources, develop park spaces, and preserve future greenspaces as the community grows.
To learn more or to make a donation, visit the Foundation's website: www wlprfoundation org or call us at 765 775 5110
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2ND ANNUAL HARVEST HUSTLE 5K
Save-the-Date: October 13, 2023.
Global Fest is weeks away, and we're seeking volunteers and donations to make our 28th annual celebration of community and culture spectacular!
Visit the Foundation's website to learn more: www wlprfoundation org Click on the events tab!
Contact us today if you would like to volunteer! We need volunteers for youth sports, the Clubhouse, Lilly Nature Center, Fall Festival, Global Fest, and so much more!
Email us at wlparks@westlafayette in gov
The West Lafayette Tree Friends is a volunteer organization dedicated to protecting our City's trees and greenspaces They plant shade trees along public streets of the City, organize seasonal street tree pruning to ensure tree branches grow above roadways and sidewalks, and complete one or two large planting projects under their Operation Re-leaf tree planting program each year
Founded in 1981, West Lafayette Tree Friends was established by adopting the original West Lafayette Trees and Landscape Ordinance. They work in cooperation with the City and property owners to enhance the beauty of the streets in West Lafayette by pruning and planting trees.
Private donations and grants finance all West Lafayette Tree Friends' initiatives. The West Lafayette Tree Friends meet on the second Tuesday of every month for Tree Friends business These monthly meetings are open to the public Sub-committees for the organization meet throughout the month Just so you know, everyone is welcome to join
Bryce Patz
Community Forestry and Greenspace Planner
bpatz@westlafayette in gov
Tree Friends Chair chair@wltreefriends org
On April 28, the West Lafayette Tree Friends helped to organize another fantastic Arbor Day Celebration! More than a hundred local friends joined to dedicate this year's Arbor Day planting of 16 trees to Mayor John Dennis for his 16 years of service to our community. Photo below.
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host our 3rd annual Fall Festival on Friday, October 27 at the West Lafayette Wellness Center, but we need our community's help!
Below is a list of sponsorships we seek to make our fall festival spooktacular. All event sponsors will receive a sign beside their donation and recognition based on the donation amount, as listed below. Our 2022 Fall Festival had more than 2,500 participants, and we are planning for even more guests this year! Please, let us know if you can help! Email us at wellness@westlafayette.in.gov for more information. Thank you for your support!
$500 Movie License
$500 Photobooth
$500 Refreshment Table
$300 Firepit
3-5 firepits available for sponsor
$$$$ General Donations for Supplies
candy
trick-or-treat bags
seasonal decorations
Thank
City of West Lafayette
Riverside Skating Center
WL Farmers Market
WL Parks
WLWellness Center
City of West Lafayette
WL Parks
WLWellness Center
City of West Lafayette
WLWellness Center
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When you're in our facilities, look at the flyers and TVs for additional information.
WEBSITE
https://www.westlafayette.in.gov
Heather Wiltse
Membership & Marketing Director parksmedia@westlafayette in gov
Back Cover: Volunteer Isaac, age 10, runs the youth Gaga league he started for West Lafayette Parks and Recreation.
More than 40 children signed up for the league for kids, run by kids
On May 15, Isaac attended the West Lafayette Park Board meeting He asked the Park Board to approve his proposal to add a free Gaga recreation league to Cumberland Park this summer Because of Isaac's detailed proposal, the Park Board approved his request.
Bingaman, Rachel
Grant Administer
Margerum City Hall
Conner, Ashley
Youth Development Coordinator
Wellness Center
Czaja-Casillas, Mary Administrative Assistant
Wellness Center
Guilmette, Jared
Membership Specialist
Wellness Center
Denney, Michelle
Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
Wellness Center & Municipal Pool
Jeffries, Amanda
Membership Specialist
Wellness Center
Kolb, Cheryl
Parks Administrator
Margerum City Hall
Lozano, Kathy
Superintendent
Margerum City Hall
MacDougall, Rachel
Sports & Wellness Coordinator
Wellness Center
Martin, Julie
Aquatics Coordinator
Wellness Center & Municipal Pool
Miner, Colin
Program Coordinator
Wellness Center & City Hall
Mitchell, Greg
Assistant Superintendent
Margerum City Hall
Muller, John
Maintenance Director
Maintenance Building
Noe, Kevin
Wellness Center Director
Wellness Center
Patz, Bryce
Community Forestry & Greenspace Planner
Margerum City Hall
Payne, Brandy
Building Administrator
Margerum City Hall
Rhoda, Katie
Youth Development
Wellness Center
Wiltse, Heather
Membership & Marketing Director
Wellness Center
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and I could not be prouder of the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department staff and volunteers. Parks make lives better, and our Parks and Recreation team enhances the daily quality of life by connecting our community to the best possible programs, recreational facilities, green spaces, trails, and play spaces.
Kathryn Lozano, our Parks Superintendent, and her amazing team assist and encourage the citizens of West Lafayette be more active, connect with nature, and provide places for families to create lifelong memories. Our local parks help to protect our precious groundwater, improve air quality, and house hundreds of native plant and wildlife species.
The team manages more than 470 acres of recreational area and facilities, including the Boathouse, Lilly Nature Center, Margerum City Hall, Municipal Pool, Riverside Skating Center, and Wellness Center. Our Parks team helps to make West Lafayette a great place to call home.
I deeply appreciate ALL our parks staff for their dedication, compassion, and respect for our environment and our citizens, both young and not so young, and for showing up every day with their sleeves rolled up, ready to serve our citizens and make our parks systems one of the best in the country
Sincerely,
Mayor John Dennis
