Swim Area Opening Weekend: The Green River Swimming Area opens for the season on Saturday. It will be open June 2 and 3, will close June 4 through 8, and reopen June 9 for the remainder of the season. For a complete summer schedule, hours and rates, visit: greenfieldrecreation.com/greenriver.
Babysitters Certification: The Babysitters Training Course will give you knowledge of what parents expect in a babysitter and the skills to handle any babysitting situation. This course is recommended if you are interested in childcare or becoming a camp counselor. Participants must attend both days for certification. Ages 11 and up. Held June 4 and 6 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at 20 Sanderson St. $52 residents, $62 nonresidents. Registration deadline was May 28; $5 late fee to participate.
Learn to Play Tennis: Sign up for this free clinic and learn some of the basic techniques to play and score in tennis. All youth participants completing one or both of these sessions receives a tennis racquet and can of tennis balls. Sessions are Sunday, June 3, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; and Wednesday, June 6, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Davis Street Courts. Register at least one week in advance. Space is limited.
Teen Open Mic Night: Musicians, poets, comedians, and performers grades 5 to 12: It’s your turn to take the stage! The Greenfield Recreation Department is excited to offer our second teens only open mic night at the Energy Park in downtown Greenfield. Entry is free. Event will be held on Friday, June 8, from 6 to 8 p.m.; sign-up list opens at 5:30.
Learn to Play Pickleball: Curious about Pickleball’s growing popularity, but unsure of how to play? This free one-day clinic will provide an introduction to the rules and game-play of this widely accessible sport. Open to new players of all ages; bring the while family. Equipment will be available for use. Ages 6 and up. Clinic will be held Saturday, June 9, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Green River Park Pickleball Court.
Bike Rodeo: Greenfield Recreation, Greenfield Bicycle Coalition, Kiwanis Club and Safe Routes to School are organizing a Bike Rodeo. Come learn how to safely navigate the streets while biking. Practice on our interactive course. The rodeo will include bike safety, helmet safety check, and more. A limited number of free bike helmets will be available. Rodeo will be Saturday, June 9, with grades K to 4 biking from 1 to 2 p.m., Grades 4 to 8 and experienced riders will bike from 2 to 3 p.m. Event takes place at the Greenfield Middle School.
Hillside Block Party: Join us for this year’s Hillside Block Party with music, games, inflatable activities, food, friends, neighbors and fun. Celebrate in our neighborhood park on Thursday, June 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hillside Park.
Do you want up-to-date program and event information? Follow us on Facebook or visit: www.greenfieldrecreation.com. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. A nonresident fee may apply. Sign up for all programs online, at 20 Sanderson St. or Town Hall. Find out more information about programs and events by calling 772-1553.