The City of Greenfield Health Department and Parks & Recreation Department are once again co-sponsoring a community walk event for all ages to promote walking for your health.  This year's event will take place on Saturday, September 20th at Konkel Park.

Participants are encouraged to pre-register to secure a t-shirt, gift bag, apple, bottled water, and popcorn for the event.  The pre-registration fee is $3 per participant and $5 if registering the day of the event.  Those attending can choose a one-mile, two-mile, or three-mile route to walk.  After the walk, a door prize drawing will be held as part of the "I Spy An Apple" contest at the event.

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The Greenfield Parks & Recreation Department will host its final movie in the park for the summer this Saturday evening, August 16th, at the Konkel Park gazebo beginning at sundown.  The feature presentation will be Shrek 3.

PyraMax Bank will provide FREE popcorn (while supplies last) and a visit from Moola Moose.  Conessions will also be available.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and don't forget the bug spray. 

On Tuesday, August 19th, the Department will host its final Concert In The Park from 7:00-9:00pm at the Konkel Park gazebo.  The Rhythm Kings will be performing a music style that includes rock, jazz, blues, disco, and songs that are popular today.

No registration is required for either event, but call our cancellation hotline at (414) 297-9008 in the event of inclement weather to see if the event will be cancelled.

 
The University of Wisconsin Marching Band was a highlight at Greenfield's National Night Out event on August 5th at Konkel Park.

Greenfield residents packed Konkel Park on Tuesday evening for the City's 2nd Annual National Night Out event.  The event was coordinated and co-sponsored by several City departments and featured live music from Becca and the Boys, informational booths from the Health and Police departments, the American Red Cross, and GreenfieldNOW.com.  Police, fire, and public works vehicles were on display, and children had the opportunity to dunk the D.A.R.E. officer.  The evening capped off with a performance by the University of Wisconsin Marching Band and a flashlight walk.

Visit this page on the City of Greenfield website to see photos of some of the National Night Out festivities at Konkel Park.

Greenfield’s 2^nd Annual National Night Out (NNO) will be held Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at Konkel Park from 5:30-8:30 PM.

National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Thanks to a generous donation from Dan Jansen Family Fest, entertainment at this year’s NNO will include a special “5^th Quarter” show and revue by the University of Wisconsin Marching Band at 7:15 PM.

The NNO will also feature displays by the Greenfield Police and Fire Departments, public works and health department as well as community partners; children’s games and entertainment, including a performance by the band Becca and the Boys. Food will be provided at no cost (while supplies last). This year’s event will also feature “Dunk the DARE Officer” where children can try their luck at the dunk tank, sending DARE Officer Jim Pizur into the drink.

Here's the full lineup for this year's Greenfield National Night Out event:

All evening (5:30-8:30):

• Police, Fire, and Public Works vehicles will be on display for up-close viewing and inspection.
• Representatives from the Police, Fire, Health, and Parks & Recreation departments will be available to answer questions and hand out information.
• People & Paws Disaster Truck will be showing informational videos and answering questions.
• Children can take a shot at dunking their DARE officer in the dunk tank.
• FREE hot dogs, brats, chips, and soda, while supplies last, served at the concession stand.
• Raffle drawings throughout the evening.

5:30-6:30 - Becca and the Boys (Music - Main Tent)

5:45-6:15 - American Red Cross presentation on Preparing For A Disaster (Presentation - Gazebo)

6:15-7:00 - Police Dog K-9 Demonstration (Presentation - Softball Diamond)

7:15-8:00 - UW Marching Band performance (Music - Main Tent)

7:15-7:45 - American Red Cross presentation on Preparedness For Severe Weather (Presentation - Gazebo)

8:00-8:30 - Flashlight Walk

Don't forget about the second movie in the park this Saturday night at Konkel Park.  The Parks & Recreation Department will be showing the movie Surf's Up at sundown.  The event is free and is being sponsored by PyraMax Bank, who will once again be serving free popcorn and have Moola Moose on hand to greet participants.  Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on and don't forget the bug spray.  Movie will be shown at the Konkel Park gazebo by the parking lot (51st & Layton).

The second concert in the Department's Concerts at Konkel series this summer will be on Tuesday evening, July 15th.  The date in the summer Recreator activity guide incorrectly lists the date as July 19th.  The Stanley's is a four piece band playing an edgey version of 70's, 80's, and 90's rock.  The group plays artists like "Killers", "REM", "Blink 182" and even Johnny Cash!  The concert is from 7-9pm at the Konkel Park gazebo (51st & Layton Ave.)  Admission is FREE, but concessions will be available for sale.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic basket filled with muchies and enjoy a great night of musical entertainment.  We hope to see you at the park on Tuesday night.

The Greenfield Parks & Recreation Department will once again host a series of Movies In The Park.  The FREE event is open to all families and will feature a G or PG rated movie.  Movies will be shown at sundown at the Konkel Park gazebo.

The first feature will be tomorrow night, Saturday, June 21st, with the showing of Bee Movie.  Other movies will be shown on July 26h (Surf's Up) and August 16th (Shrek 3).

PyraMax Bank will provide FREE popcorn (while supplies last) and a visit from Moola Moose.  Conessions will also be available.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and don't forget the bug spray.  No registration is required, but call our cancellation hotline at (414) 297-9008 in the event of inclement weather to see if the event will be cancelled.

Hope to see you at the movies in the park this summer!

The first concert in this summer's Concert In The Parks series begins tomorrow night, Tuesday, June 17th, with the Memory Exchange performing at the Konkel Park gazebo beginning at 7:00pm.  Memory Exchange is a three piece band from Milwaukee, with influences from Jimmy Eat World, The Gloria Record, and Coldplay came about.  Very unique musical personalities producing rich melodies with emotionally charged lyrics.

Concerts In The Park are open seating and FREE to the public.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic basket filled with munchies and enjoy a great night of musical entertainment.  The concession stand will be open to purchase snacks, including popcorn, chips, soda, and candy.

No dogs or barbecues at any time in the concert area.  Your cooperation to keep our parks clean is appreciated.

We hope you can join us tomorrow evening.  Our other Concerts In The Park are on July 15th (The Stanley's - the date in the Summer Recreator is incorrect) and August 19th (Rhythm Kings).

By now, you should have received your copy of the 2008 Summer Recreator if you live in the City of Greenfield.  Do you have the right formula for summer fun?  All you need is four parts of sun, plus five parts of fun.  Add a whole lot of smiles, clean air, fresh water, and a dash of exercise and pinch of play.  You will find all of the necessary ingredients inside the 60-page Recreator program and activity guide.  In addition, the second edition of the GREENfield SHEET, the City's official newsletter, is located in the middle of the guide.  Here are some of the program highlights the Department is offering for this summer:

Summer Playgrounds
This summer, the popular summer playground program will be held at four sites:  Maple Grove Elementary, Elm Dale Elementary, Edgerton Elementary (Whitnall), and a teen site at Greenfield Middle School.  Kamp Konkel is also returning this summer for two weeks in August.  See pages 21-24 for registration details.

Learn To Swim Program
Swim lessons will only be held at the Whitnall High School Pool this summer due to the pool being closed at Greenfield High School.  Because of routine summer maintenance in June, swim lessons will be offered in July and August at Whitnall.  In addition, the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training program will also be offered beginning in late June.  See pages 16-20 for details.

Challenger British Soccer Camp
The number one soccer camp in the United States is coming to Greenfield!  The Challenger British Soccer Camps have selected qualified and talented coaches from Britain who are specifically trained.  Challenger has developed one of the most innovative methods of coaching by focusing on key techniques and technical components of soccer, but are also committed to developing the whole child.  This soccer camp is open to boys and girls ages 3-14.  See page 7 for complete details.

Safety City
This year's Safety City program is being offered in cooperation with the Greenfield School District Summer School program.  Children enrolled in the K5 summer school program will spend 1 hour each day at the Safety City.  Registrations are also being accepted for those not in summer school.  See page 26 for details.

It's A Fiesta - Older Adult Anniversary Picnic
The 15th annual picnic for those in the Department's Older Adult Membership program will be held this summer on Tuesday, July 8th at Konkel Park.  This year's theme is a Mexican fiesta.  Lunch will be served while being entertained by live mariachi music.  Layton Terrace will also be returning to sponsor bingo.  Door prizes will also be given away.  Don't miss your chance at attending this year's picnic.  Tickets for members go on sale on Monday, June 2nd at the Parks & Recreation Department office.

Community Programs & Events
Here are some of the community-wide events being offered this summer by the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Health & Fitness Challenge (14-week rewards program) - Co-sponsored by the Greenfield Health Department, this program is designed to help step-up your fitness activity in a fun and rewarding way.  See page 41 for details and registration form.
• Concerts at Konkel - Back for its second year, the free concerts at Konkel Park will feature a wide variety of talented musicians.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair, some munchies, and enjoy a great night of musical entertainment.  Playing on Tuesday, June 17th is The Memory Exchange, The Stanley's are the attraction for Tuesday, July 19th, and the Rhythm Kings return on Tuesday, August 19th.  All concerts begin at 7:00pm.  See page 57 for details.
• 5th Annual Greenfield Family Camp-Out - Family fun under the stars.  Pack your bags, stake out your spot, and set-up your tent for an overnight campout at Konkel Park.  This year's event will be held rain or shine on Friday-Saturday, August 1 & 2.  See page 57 for details.
• Movies In The Park - Family-friendly films will be shown at the Konkel Park gazebo on Saturdays June 21st, July 26th, and August 16th.  All movies begin at sundown and are free.  PyraMax Bank will once again be sponsoring this event by offering free popcorn and a visit from Moola Moose.  See page 57 for details.

Summer Medallion Quest
The ever growing popular medallion quest held for the past few summers is once again returning.  The symbol needed to complete the equation for summer fun is located on a medallion hidden somewhere in a Greenfield city park.  The first clue in this year's quest will be published on Thursday, May 29th and continue for four weeks or until the medallion is redeemed.  This year's prize package includes resort accommodations for two nights at the Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort in Wisconsin Dells, four admissions to Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor, and a $20 dinner gift certificate, plus the opportunity to participate in the Greenfield Fourth of July parade.  Contest is open only to City of Greenfield residents.  For complete contest details, see page 5 of the Summer Recreator.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SUMMER 2008 RECREATOR ONLINE.  Program guide is split into three parts and opens as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file.

As always, if you have any questions or comments, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department in person in room 200 at Greenfield City Hall or by phone at (414) 329-5370.  Office hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00am-6:00pm.  You can also contact us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by e-mail or check out our website for complete program information.

The City of Greenfield Parks & Recreation Department has been receiving several inquiries already for summer park rentals at Konkel Park.  As of today, the forms needed to reserve facilities at Konkel Park are now available online for those interested to download.  These forms include:

• Park & Special Use Request Guidelines
• Park Policies, Procedures & Guidelines
• Park Rental Fees & Charges
• Park Rental Application

Konkel Park is the only park currently with rental capabilities.  If you have a date in mind already to reserve the park, please contact the department first to check if your date and time are available before you make your reservation and fill out the paperwork needed.  You can contact the Department during normal business hours Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, or at anytime by sending an e-mail to parksrec@greenfieldwi.us.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PARK & FACILITY RENTAL FORMS

While we are on the topics of parks, here are some other commonly asked questions about the City's parks and rentals.