56 Square Miles of News: November 2020

NOTE: The Westfield Washington Township office remains closed to the public. Please contact our office at assistance@wwtownship.us (township assistance) OR parks@wwtownship.us (programming) OR (317) 574-9490 with questions.

Programming Update...Check out the winter program guide to view all the free and paid classes offered. View HERE.

MacGregor Park Update...Did you know that there is a "Christmas Tree" on the trails at the MacGregor Park? Many years ago a visitor put an ornament on an evergreen tree and over the years visitors have continued the tradition. Today the many ornaments on the tree can be enjoyed by all the park patrons. If you spot the tree, take a selfie and email it to laura@wwtownship.us to be featured on our Facebook Page!

November 27 - December 18: Santa's Mailbox returns (see details below)
November 30 - December 5: Westfield in Lights
December 8: Understanding Your Social Security Benefits @ 6pm
December 8: Top Ten Things to Do in Preparing Your House to Sell @ 7 pm
December 9: Women and Money @ 6 pm
December 16: Veteran's Benefits For Senior Care @ 6 pm

Santa's North Pole Mailbox is returning on November 27! Stop by the Township Office (1549 E Greyhound Pass, Carmel), City Services Building (2728 E 171st St, Westfield) or Grand Park Events Center (19000 Grand Park Blvd, Westfield) to drop off your child's/children's letter/s to Santa. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a reply will come in the mail the week of Christmas.

You can stop Nature-Deficit Disorder (NDD) in its tracks by getting your child to spend more time outdoors on a regular basis. To get started, check out these resources.

The Westfield Fire Department partnered with Safe Haven Baby Boxes for the addition of a new baby box location at Station 83, 17944 Grassy Branch Road.

Westfield in Lights will be held November 30 - December 5 this year. This year's event will feature attractions all week long! Sign up for a home visit from Frosty the Snowman, check out our brand new Westfield Winter Walk at Asa Bales Park on Friday and Saturday, register for your picture with Santa on Friday or Saturday and join in on our virtual gingerbread house competition and Tree Lighting Celebration! Learn more HERE.

Our Westfield nonprofit organizations are hard at work supporting our residents. The Westfield community is here to support you!

News from Heart and Soul Clinic
The Ascension St Vincent Mammogram mobile will be at the clinic for scheduled appts. Call 317-804-5782 to see if you qualify.

For more information about the Heart and Soul Clinic and the services that they provide, please visit their website at http://www.heartandsoulclinic.org/.

News from Prevail, Inc.
Prevail has updated their Covid-19 protocol. Starting Monday, November 16th until further notice, Prevail will not be accepting walk-ins to the office. The Prevail team is available to assist you by phone in a crisis situation or regarding a protective order. We will be meeting with clients in-person through appointment only.

Learn more about what you can do to help prevent domestic violence at www.prevailinc.org.

News from Open Doors

If you are interested in donating to this year's Holiday Toy Drive, you can get details HERE.

Open Doors is in need of large clothing shopping bags like Kohl’s, Walmart, and Target. Bags can be dropped off at the green donation box at Open Doors on Westside of building.

For more information about how you can receive food or make a donation to Open Doors of Westfield, please visit their website at https://opendoorswestfield.org/

News from Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County
Safe Holiday Cheer!! Please consider joining the Shepherd Center's Annual Holiday Party Drive Thru this year! Click HERE for more information.

Learn more HERE about the new guardianship program run through SCHC.

The Shepherd Center provides programs and services to seniors living in Hamilton County. Visit their website for more information https://shepherdscenterofhamiltoncounty.org/

News from Student Impact

Student Impact will be hosting their holiday celebration for 5th and 6th graders on December 11 from 7-9 pm. Register HERE.

Check out the Student Impact website for the updated schedule for Intermediate, Middle and High School students.

News from Westfield Youth Assistance Program
Are you getting in the holiday spirit? WYAP is looking for a few Holiday Helpers that would be willing to adopt-and-shop for some of their families. Please check out this LINK and share your info if you're able to meet the criteria laid out!

If you're interested in becoming a mentor, email mcontreras@westfield.in.gov or check out the WYAP website HERE. Men, we especially need YOU! There are several male mentees waiting for a match!

Learn more about the Westfield Youth Assistance Program at youthassistance.org/westfield

News from Women of Westfield
The Women of Westfield partnered with the Westfield Washington Schools to donate over $4600 in items to the Intermediate, Middle and High School Care Closets. A portion of proceeds from the annual gathering that took place on 11/17 will also be donated to the Care Closets.

If you are a female that lives or works in Westfield and would like to join WOW, please visit the Facebook group page. If you are not on Facebook, email iamwomenofwestfield@gmail.com and ask to sign up for our emails and text reminders (provide your cellphone number).

Check the Westfield Washington Schools COVID Dashboard to stay up to date on the current cases district wide.

Our Westfield Rocks Football team heads up north to Merrillville on Friday to play in the semi-state football game. We are wishing all the best to Coach Gilbert and the Rocks Football family!