Start Smart Baseball teaches children the basic skills necessary to play organized baseball while spending time with their parents. Children and their parents will learn the proper technique of throwing, catching, batting, running and agility without the pressure of a highly competitive environment. All participants will leave the program with their very own Start Smart Baseball kit. Parents/Guardians must be present to practice with their children.

2021 Start Smart Baseball COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	3-5 years
DATE	Session A: Tuesdays, May 11 - June 15 Session B: Thursdays, May 13 - June 17
TIME	5:30 pm-6:30 pm
PLACE	Greenfield Swim Area
FEE	$45 Residents / $55 Non-Residents
CODE	Session A: 40522A Session B: 40522B
NOTE	Registration Deadline: May 4th, $5 Late Fee

Volunteer Coaches are Needed for Tee Ball. Training Provided. Contact the Recreation Office 772-1553 for more information! Volunteer Form Thank you for your interest.

Players learn fundamental skills and good sportsmanship through confidence building drills and activities as well as game play. Bring a glove and water bottle! Space limited - register soon! Volunteer Coaches Needed.

2021 Tee Ball COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	Grades K-2 (Entering in the Fall)
DATE	Saturdays, May 1 - June 5
TIME	8:30 am-10:00 am
PLACE	Lunt Fields
FEE	$35 Residents / $45 Non-Residents
CODE	40530A
NOTE	Fee includes: Player shirt and hat Registration Deadline: April 23rd, $5 Late Fee

Join the Turquoise Bull Dogs this season! Buddy Baseball is a program for individuals with disabilities, ages 6 and up. Each player has a peer Buddy to assist with skills the player cannot perform. (2021 Buddies must be from the same household/pod). The program is designed to teach and practice the basic skills of softball and baseball. The season we will conclude with a final game and a pizza party at the Swim Area! FREE for 2021 thanks to a generous community donation! Volunteer coaches and Buddies are needed!

AGE	6-18+ years
DATE	Saturdays, May 8 - June 19
TIME	9:30 am-11:00 am
PLACE	Greenfield Middle School
FEE	FREE for 2021
CODE	40540A Players 40540B Buddies
NOTE

Sign up for April Vacation Week for a fun-filled week of activities, games, and outdoor fun. Morning snack provided each day. Lunch, afternoon snack and drink must be sent with child. Additional Paperwork Required.

AGE	Grades K-7
DATE	TBA
TIME	Regular Program: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Early Care: 7:30 am-9:00 am Late Care: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm
PLACE	Youth Center / Greenfield Recreation
FEE	Regular Program: $120 Res / $130 Non-Res Early Care: $20 per child Late Care: $20 per child
CODE	40550A
NOTE	Additional paperwork is required.

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Is your child ready to stay home alone? Ease your mind and help them prepare for independence with our Home Alone Safety Course. Taught by Officer Laura Gordon of the Greenfield Police Department, this program prepares kids for situations that can happen when staying home alone, from unexpected knocks on the door to making 911 emergency phone calls, and everything in between.

AGE	Ages 9-11
DATE	Tuesdays, April 27
TIME	6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
PLACE	GMS Field
FEE	FREE (Must Pre-Register)
CODE	40555A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: One week in advance. Space is limited.

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Greenfield Recreation and the Kiwanis Club are collaborating to provide Bike Safety Day which will include helmet safety check, a review of hand signs and rules of the road. A limited number of free bike helmets and safety materials will be available. Standard COVID safety precautions must be followed including masks and social distancing.

AGES	Grades K-4 & Grades 4-8
DATE	Saturday, June 12
TIME	1:00 pm-2:00 pm K-4 & Less Experienced Riders 2:00 pm-3:00 pm 4-8 Grade & Experienced Riders
PLACE	Greenfield Middle School

Start Smart Soccer teaches children the basic skills necessary to play organized soccer while spending time with their parents. Children and their parents will learn the skills of kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw ins and running skills without the pressure of a highly competitive environment. All participants will leave the program with their very own Start Smart Soccer kit. Parents/Guardians must be present to practice with their children.

2021 Start Smart Soccer COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	3-5 years
DATE	Session A: Tuesdays, June 29 - August 3 Session B: Thursdays, July 1 - August 5
TIME	5:30 pm-6:30 pm
PLACE	Greenfield Swim Area
FEE	$45 Residents / $55 Non-Residents
CODE	Session A: 10522A Session B: 10522B
NOTE	Registration Deadline: June 22nd, $5 Late Fee

Are you interested in golf? Learn basic fundamentals, from course etiquette to stance, to swing, to putting. Clubs are available for this program or bring your own.

AGE	6-11 years
DATE	Tuesday, June 22
TIME	5:30 pm-6:30 pm
PLACE	Green River Swimming Area
FEE	Free
CODE	10521A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: One week in advance

This three day golf clinic is perfect for any kid looking to start, learn, or improve their skills! Learn basic fundamentals, from course etiquette to stance, to swing, to putting. Clubs are available for this program, or bring your own.

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AGE	Grades K - 5
DATE	Tuesday to Thursday July 13th, 14th, & 15th
TIME	9:00 am - 12:00 pm
PLACE	Franklin County Golf Center, 1245 Bernardston Road
FEE	$10 Resident/ $20 Non-Resident
CODE	10529A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: July 6th, 2021

Give tennis a try! This free program will introduce basic tennis strokes, rules, and scoring. Don’t miss this fun and free opportunity to learn a new sport!

2021 Tennis COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	Ages 6 & Up
DATE	June 6 or June 9
TIME	Sunday 2:00 pm-3:30 pm Wednesday 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
PLACE	Davis Street Courts
FEE	FREE
CODE	10515A Sunday 10515B Wednesday
NOTE	Register one week in advance

Come learn a new skill or improve your level of play. The Youth Tennis League will emphasize fun, fitness, and matches! The focus of this program is on refining skills that make tennis fun for players of all ages and levels of competition. Players are matched with similar age and skill levels. All matches are held at Davis Street Courts.

2021 Tennis COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	Ages 10-18 years
DATE	Thursdays, June 24 - Aug. 12
TIME	5:30 pm-7:30 pm
PLACE	Davis Street Courts
FEE	$40 Residents / $50 Non-Residents
CODE	10519A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: June 17th, $5 Late Fee

Come learn forehand, back-hand, how to play the game of tennis and more. Learn the rules of the game and improve your skills. Classes held at Davis Street Courts if clay courts are wet. Loaner racquets available for classes. Bring a water bottle and wear flat soled shoes.

2021 Tennis COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	Ages 6-9, 9-12, 12-17, 8-13
DATE	Mondays & Wednesdays June 28 - August 4 (No July 5th)
TIME	A: Ages 6-9, 9:00-9:50 am B: Ages 9-12, 10:00-10:50 am C: Ages 12-17, 11:00-11:50 am D: Ages 8-13, 5:00-5:50 pm
PLACE	Beacon Clay Courts
FEE	$65 Residents / $75 Non-Residents
CODE	10516A 10516B 10516C 10516D
NOTE	Registration Deadline: June 21st, $5 Late Fee

Come learn a new skill or improve your level of play in this one week program for all levels. The instructor will lead this clinic and review forehand, backhand and how to play the game of tennis. Learn the rules of the game and improve your skills. Bring a racquet or borrow a racquet and bring water or sport drink.

2021 Tennis COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	8-15 years
DATE	August 9 - August 13
TIME	9:00 am-12:00 pm
PLACE	Beacon Clay Courts
FEE	$75 Residents / $85 Non-Residents
CODE	10517A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: August 2nd, $5 Late Fee

Ever wonder why the referee called a foul on you in a game? Wonder no more! This summer basketball clinic led by trained basketball officials will help your child refine their basketball skills while also giving them pointers from a referee’s perspective. The clinic will also focus on the importance of good sportsmanship.

2021 Basketball COVID-19 Guidelines

AGE	Grades 3-6
DATE	Thursdays, July 8-29
TIME	5:30-6:30 pm
PLACE	Green River Park
FEE	$10 Residents/ $20 Non-Residents
CODE	10530A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: July 1st, $5 Late Fee

Looking to try a new sport? Come learn how to play field hockey! This two day clinic is open to all skill levels and will teach and develop your child’s ability to shoot, pass, and defend. This clinic will offer excitement, action, and the necessary skills needed to play the popular sport of field hockey. Field hockey sticks, shin guards, balls, and mouth guards are required.

AGE	Grades 4-7
DATE	Tuesday & Thursday, August 10 & 12
TIME	9:00-11:00 am
PLACE	Greenfield High School
FEE	$20 Residents/ $30 Non-Residents
CODE	10526B
NOTE	Equipment fee: $35 (optional) Includes stick, stick bag, ball,shin guards, and mouth guard. Registration Deadline: August 3, $5 Late Fee

SWIM CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

The Greenfield Recreation swim program is designed to help swimmers at every level to experience more success and less frustration with learning the fundamentals of swimming. Below are descriptions for each level of the program. All lessons held at the Green River Swimming Area.

Wave Runners - ages 3 and 4
Exploration of water activities and readiness. Parent is not with child during lesson.

Level 1 - Water Exploration - ages 5 and above
Learn to hold breath under water; float front and back; kick on front and back with help; walk in shallow end.

Level 2 - Primary Skills
Must have passed Level 1. Learn to swim underwater; float without help; flutter kick; swim combined strokes for distance; retrieve object from shallow end.

Level 3 - Stroke Readiness
Must have passed Level 2. Bobbing in water overhead; learn diving; front and back crawl strokes; elementary backstroke; reverse direction without stopping; tread water for time.

Level 4 - Stroke Development
Must have passed Level 3. Deep water bobbing; rotary breathing; deep water diving; swim 4 basic strokes for distance; tread water for time with different stroke kicks.

SWIM LESSONS

DATE	Monday - Thursday
PLACE	Green River Swim Area
FEE	$25 Per Person Per Session
NOTE	Friday is make up day as needed. Registration Deadlines: Session 1 - TBA, Session 2 - TBA, $5 Late Fee

SESSION 1 - TBA

TIME	LEVEL	CODE
10:00-10:30 am	Level 4	10584A
10:35-11:05 am	Level 3	10583A
11:10-11:40 am	Level 2	10582A
11:45-12:15 pm	Level 1	10581A
12:20-12:50 pm	Wave Runners	10580A

SESSION 2 - TBA

TIME	LEVEL	CODE
10:00-10:30 am	Level 4	10584B
10:35-11:05 am	Level 3	10583B
11:10-11:40 am	Level 2	10582B
11:45-12:15 pm	Level 1	10581A
12:20-12:50 pm	Wave Runners	10580B

This two day Babysitter’s Training Course, led by an area daycare provider, focuses on supervising, caring for, and keeping children and infants safe. The program provides fundamental information in the business of babysitting, parent expectations, basic care giving skills, and responding properly to ill or injured children or infants.

AGE	11 years old and up
DATE	Session A: June 1 & 2 Session B: June 7 & 8
TIME	5:30 pm-7:30 pm
PLACE	Youth Center / Greenfield Recreation
FEE	$52 Residents / $62 Non-Residents
CODE	Session A: 10555A Session B: 10555B
NOTE	Registration Deadline: May 25th, $5 Late Fee

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Auditions for Macbeth
The Greenfield Players are partnering with Greenfield Recreation to put on the spooky Shakespearean tale of MACBETH!

Directed by Beth Oliveira

Production by Rachel Cronen-Townsend

Auditions will be at the Greenfield Energy Park.

AGE	14+
DATE/TIME	Sunday, August 15th 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Monday, August 16th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
PLACE	Energy Park
FEE	$10 Residents / $20 Non-Residents
CODE	21010A
NOTE	Sign Up for Auditions by August 12th

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PEE WEE SOCCER
Pee Wee Soccer is for children in grades K-1. This small field 3v3 soccer program introduces passing, dribbling and shooting skills. Instruction and scrimmage weekly. Parent volunteer coaches are needed. Coaches meeting TBA. Call for more information. Players must wear shin guards, sneakers or soccer shoes (no cleats). T-shirt will be provided.

AGE	K-1
DATE/TIME	SATURDAYS, September 11th - October 23rd: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
PLACE	Green River Swimming Area
FEE	$30 Residents / $40 Non-Residents
CODE	20520A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: August 27th, $5 Late Fee

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JUNIOR TRAVEL SOCCER
The Junior Division Travel Soccer Program is for grades 2-3 and features small sided 5v5 play against area towns including Bernardston, Montague, Erving, Northfield, Vernon, Winchester, etc. The program introduces passing, dribbling, and shooting skills. Practice one night a week with games on Saturdays. Practice and game schedule TBA. Parent volunteer coaches and referees are needed. Jamboree on October 30th in Bernardston.

AGE	2-3
DATE/TIME	SATURDAYS, September 11th - October 30th 9:00 am - 10:15 am
PLACE	Green River Swimming Area
FEE	$45 Residents / $55 Non-Residents
CODE	20521A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: August 27th, $5 Late Fee

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SENIOR TRAVEL SOCCER
The Senior Division Travel Soccer Program is for grades 4-6 and features small sided 7v7 play against area towns including Bernardston, Montague, Erving, Northfield, Vernon, Winchester, etc. The program introduces passing, dribbling, and shooting skills. Practice one night a week with games on Saturdays. Practice and game schedule TBA. Parent volunteer coaches and referees are needed. Jamboree on October 30th in Bernardston.

AGE	4-6
DATE/TIME	SATURDAYS, September 11th - October 30th 9:00 am - 10:15 am
PLACE	Green River Swimming Area
FEE	$45 Residents / $55 Non-Residents
CODE	20522A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: August 27th, $5 Late Fee

PEE WEE BASKETBALL
Pee Wee basketball is for players in grades Kindergarten through Second. This program will help teach these little learners the fundamentals of the game including shooting, passing, dribbling, and rules. Volunteer coaches will lead your players through skills and drills as well as scrimmages that will help boost their overall skill development, coordination, and confidence. Sessions may be combined based on enrollment.

AGE	Grades K-2 Boys & Girls Co-Ed
DATE	Thursdays, January 9 - March 5
TIME	5:30-6:30 pm or 6:45-7:45 pm
PLACE	Federal Street School
FEE	$35 Residents / $45 Non-Residents
CODE	30520A 5:30-6:30 pm 30520B 6:45-7:45 pm
NOTE	Registration Deadline: January 2, $5 Late Fee

3rd & 4th GRADE TRAVEL BASKETBALL LEAGUE
This is a travel basketball league with a boys team and a girls team. This league has weekly practices on a rotating schedule with Saturday games. Participants will be introduced to the basic fundamentals of shooting, passing, dribbling, and league rules. They will also learn new skills and drills that will continue to develop the individual as a more experienced basketball player. Please carry your basketball sneakers into the gym and change inside.
3-4 Basketball Rotating Practice Schedule
3-4 Basketball COED Game Schedule
3-4 Basketball BOYS Game Schedule

AGE	Grades 3-4 Boys & Girls
DATE	December 3 - February 29
PRACTICES	Tues, Wed, or Fri - Rotating Schedule December 3 - February 28
GAMES	Saturdays, January 4 - February 29
TIME	Practice Time TBA Game Time TBA
PLACE	Federal Street School and Middle School
FEE	$60 Residents / $70 Non-Residents
CODE	30521A BOYS 30521B GIRLS
NOTE	Registration Deadline: November 18th, $5 Late Fee

5th & 6th GRADE TRAVEL BASKETBALL LEAGUE
This recreational travel league program is for both new and experienced basketball players in grades 5 & 6. The program places an emphasis on good sportsmanship and having fun. Volunteer coaches will guide players through higher level skills, drills, and plays that will help to improve their skills, coordination, and self-confidence. Practices are held twice a week on a rotating schedule. Games are held on Saturdays beginning in January and will take place around the region. Please note, Boys and Girls teams may be combined based on enrollment.
5-6 Basketball Rotating Practice Schedule
5-6 Basketball Game Schedule

AGE	Grades 5-6 Boys & Girls
DATE	December 3 - February 29
PRACTICES	Tues, Wed, or Fri - Rotating Schedule December 3 - February 28
GAMES	Saturdays, January 4 - February 29
TIME	Practice Time TBA Game Time TBA
PLACE	Federal Street School and Middle School
FEE	$60 Residents / $70 Non-Residents
CODE	30522A BOYS 30522B GIRLS
NOTE	Registration Deadline: November 18th, $5 Late Fee

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SKI & SNOWBOARD PROGRAM
Join us for four Saturdays of fun and adventure in January on the slopes of Franklin County’s own Berkshire East Ski Resort in Charlemont. With over 40 trails to choose from, Berkshire East offers skiing or snowboarding for all skill levels. All participants must stay with a chaperone all day except for those ages 12 and older. Parents and adults are welcome to participate as well and take advantage of our special program pricing. All participants are encouraged to wear helmets, which can be rented directly from Berkshire East during the program. Participants must find their own transportation to and from the mountain. Participants must meet the chaperone at 10:00 am in the Main Lodge. Parents must pick their children up from the Main Lodge at 3:15 pm. Additional forms will be required for rentals and lessons. Registrations are due by December 2nd!

Rates are also available to adults or parents.

AGE	8 and older - Adults included (18+)
DATE	January 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
TIME	10:00 am-3:15 pm
PLACE	Berkshire East Ski Resort Thunder Mountain Road Charlemont, MA 01339
NOTE	Registration Deadline: December 2nd, $5 Late Fee

CODE	FEES
30560A Ski Lift Youth	$160 Resident / $170 Non-Resident
30560A1 Ski Lift Adult	$180 Resident / $190 Non-Resident
30560B Snowboard Lift Youth	$160 Resident / $170 Non-Resident
30560B1 Snowboard Lift Adult	$180 Resident / $190 Non-Resident

Additional Options and Fees

CODE	FEES
Ski or Snowboard Rentals	$115 Resident / $125 Non-Resident
Ski or Snowboard Lessons *	$85 Resident / $95 Non-Resident
Helmet Rental	$40 Resident / $40 Non-Resident

* Please indicate lesson level: Brand New, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced on Registration Form.

Join us in helping make Greenfield more beautiful one parking meter at a time! In this self‐guided program, meters will be available to paint over the course of three days. Come for one day or all three! Artists 16+ may work independently. Any artist under 16 must work under the guidance of an adult partner. We encourage families and groups interested in participating to collaborate on a design! Canvasses will also be provided for young artists interested in creating an independent masterpiece. Space is limited to first 20 registrations. Only one meter per person or group.

AGE	16+ or the Entire Family
DATE	Tues/Wed/Thurs January 14-16
TIME	5:00 pm-7:00 pm
PLACE	Youth Center / Greenfield Recreation
FEE	FREE (Must Pre-Register)
CODE	30552A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: January 7 or until full Registrations accepted on a first come first serve basis.

Sign up for February Vacation Week for a fun-filled week of activities, games, and outdoor fun. Morning snack provided each day. Lunch, afternoon snack, and drink must be sent with child. Children must bring appropriate winter clothing (boots, hats, gloves, etc). Additional paperwork required.

AGE	Grades K-7
DATE	Tuesday - Friday, February 18th-21st
TIME	Regular Program: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Early Care: 7:30 am-9:00 am Late Care: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm
PLACE	Youth Center / Greenfield Recreation
FEE	Regular Program: $120 Res / $130 Non-Res Early Care: $20 per child Late Care: $20 per child
CODE	30570A
NOTE	Registration Deadline: February 4th, $25 Late Fee Additional paperwork is required.

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