OCTOBER 2021

LETTERS TO SANTA RETURNS...Stop by the Township office (1549 E Greyhound Pass) or Westfield City Services (2728 E 171st Street) from November 26 - December 16 to drop off letters to Santa. If you include a stamped envelope with your child's name and address, Santa will send a reply!

PARKS PROGRAMS...Registration is open for winter programs. Choose from preschool, youth or adult classes. View the full program guide HERE.

MACGREGOR PARK...Join Mrs. White and staff from Westfield Washington Public Library for the winter book reveal on December 2, 11:30 am. Meet at the shelters at the front of the park!

Nov 26-Dec 16: Letters to Santa mailboxes return, WWT and Westfield City Services
Dec 2: Story Walk book reveal, @11:30 am, MacGregor Park
Dec 4: Westfield in Lights, @3 pm, downtown Westfield
Dec 7 Understanding Social Security Benefits @6 pm, WWT
Dec 9: College Planning @6 pm, WWT
Dec. 11: YMCA's Breakfast with Santa, @9 am, Wood Wind Golf Club
Dec 14: Secrets You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home, part 1 @7 pm, WWT
Jan 11: Understanding Social Security Benefits @6 pm, WWT
Jan 11: Secrets You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home, part 2 @7 pm, WWT
Jan 12: Veteran's Benefits for Senior Care @6 pm, WWT
Jan 12: Managing Your Credit @6pm, WWT
Jan 19: Medicaid Waiver @6 pm, WWT
Jan 24: Medicare Made Clear @6 pm, WWT
Jan 26: Medicaid for Nursing Home Care @6 pm, WWT
Feb 5: American Girl Tea Party, @9 am OR @1 pm; WWT
Feb 8: Understanding Social Security Benefits @6 pm, WWT
Feb 8: Secrets You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home, part 3 @7 pm, WWT
Feb 16: Retirement Basics @6pm, WWT

WWT: Westfield Washington Township Office, 1549 E Greyhound Pass, Carmel
Register for Westfield Washington Township Programs HERE.

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP IS HIRING!
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Westfield Washington Township is hiring a full-time TOWNSHIP ASSISTANCE INVESTIGATOR. Read the full job description HERE.

The Hamilton County Emergency Rental Assistance Program is hiring a temporary EVICTION & RENTAL SPECIALIST. Read the full job description HERE.

The HIP strike team held a workday at Macgregor Park in Westfield on 10/23. The HIP Strike Team is a group led by experienced volunteers and/or SWCD staff volunteers who provide technical support and labor to remove invasive species at partner sites. See the workday summary document here. The next workday is at Dillon Park in Noblesville on November 20th. Register HERE.

Free "Creative Social for Older Seniors" with Tina Mangos
Tina will offer an art/craft activity for older seniors, including those with memory loss or older people with disabilities. Caretaker/staff MUST be present. Depending on the skill level, participants will paint, sew, cut/paste, etc. Tina has over 40 years of experience in education and the arts. She has taught all groups of people--youth and adults--including people with disabilities. Location: Athena House, 989 East St, Westfield (not wheelchair accessible), www.TinaMangosArts.com. *Available dates: 11/22, 11/29, and 12/18 from 1:30-3:30 pm. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. EMAIL or call 317-669-2000.

This Fall, the Hamilton County Invasives Partnership (HIP) and Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) are offering an invasive species trade-in program. For a limited time and as supplies last, property owners can show proof of removal of an invasive species on their Hamilton County property and receive one five-gallon native species specimen for free. Learn more HERE.

The Hamilton County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) application is still accepting applications. This program was created to provide housing stability for renters affected by COVID-19. Qualified renters can apply for financial assistance to help cover past due rent and/or utility payments. Learn more or apply HERE.

The “Get Alarmed” program was recently launched by the Westfield Fire Department. Residents can receive up to 3 free smoke detectors for their homes by filling out this FORM.

The City of Westfield once again invites the community to join them in downtown Westfield to kick off the Holiday season! Westfield in Lights will feature Pictures with Santa, Frosty the Snowman, Vendors, Live Music & Performances, Caricature Artists, and more! Learn more HERE.

Sign up for the Purposity app and support students this holiday season. Wish lists have been uploaded for students that might not otherwise receive a gift this year.
How does Purposity work? Download the app on your smartphone; create an account and select Westfield Washington Schools (under Indianapolis Metro); upload your payment information and select an item/s that you wish to purchase; Purposity takes care of purchasing the item through Amazon and sending it to the administration building so the item can be delivered to the family.

The school district is always looking for qualified substitute teachers. If you are interested in learning more, visit the website HERE.

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

News from Family Promise

Family Promise is hosting a blood drive on Dec. 7! Please come out and donate blood with us. Sign up HERE for a time slot.

Family Promise of Hamilton County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving homeless families and their children in Hamilton County, Indiana. Learn more at https://www.familypromisehamiltoncountyin.org/.

News from Heart and Soul Clinic
Bingo is back! We missed Bingo in 2021, but it is returning on February 10th at Grand Junction Brewery. Stay tuned for more details!

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 Open Doors

The additional space added to the Open Doors pantry is scheduled to open prior to Christmas. This will allow staff to serve more families and individuals.

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 Prevail, Inc.
While Prevail is privileged to work with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, we also serve victims of other crimes, including victims of stalking, robbery, home invasion, and family members of homicide victims, among others. We specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma. Our services include advocacy, safety planning, crisis response, and support groups. We work with individuals and families, including kids, teens, and adults.

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

News from Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County

Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County provides programs to promote and support independent lifestyles for seniors in Hamilton County. Our vision is to be known throughout Hamilton County as a trusted resource for connecting seniors with beneficial programs to support their independence. Through our programs, seniors have the opportunity to connect with services or to other individuals that will help enrich independent lifestyles.

The Shepherd Center provides programs and services to seniors living in Hamilton County. Visit their website for more information visit

News from Student Impact

Student Impact basketball leagues start playing games this Friday at the PAC. Thank you to all the players and volunteer coaches. It will be a great season.

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

News from Wellbeing Coalition of Westfield

Clothes with a Cause is supporting TWO local nonprofits this month, Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana the Wellbeing Coalition of Westfield. One hundred percent of November profits will be split equally and donated to these organizations. It’s time to start that holiday shopping and there is no better time to #shopwithpurpose than now!

If you want to learn more or get involved with the Wellbeing Coalition of Westfield, visit the website HERE.

News from Westfield Education Foundation

Thank you, Westfield, Indiana! With your support and Portillo's generosity, we raised $15,145.64. The Westfield Education Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization supporting all nine Westfield Washington Schools. Didn't make the event, donations are still accepted HERE.

See what is happening with the WEF by visiting the website HERE.

News from Westfield Washington Public Library

Have you visited westfieldlibraryfoundation.com yet to purchase tickets for our Annual Christmas Tree Raffle? They're just $10 each for your chance to win one of three gorgeous trees - American Christmas (IPEP), The Nutcracker Suite (TCC) or Westfield Wonderland (EdgeRock Development). Support the work of our own Westfield Washington Public Library and enter for a chance to win one of these one-of-a-kind Christmas trees!

Visit the library's website to stay up to date on their programs and events.

News from Westfield Youth Assistance Program

Interested in helping a local family this holiday? We are still in need of WYAP Holiday Helpers to sponsor a youth or family and provide them with gifts. Visit the following link for more info and to sign up HERE.

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

News from Women of Westfield

If you have little ones in your life (or maybe even bigs), you will want to be part of this upcoming event: "Making Magic with Impish the Elf" This event will help you learn the "tricks of the season" to create traditions for families of all ages. Author Amanda Hauser will share the Impish the Elf tradition and how to grow it with your family. Books and merchandise will be available for sale at the event and part of your registration fee will serve as a credit. Cash, checks, and credit will be accepted the night of the event. You must register in advance. Register HERE for this magical evening!

If you are a female that lives or works in Westfield and would like to join WOW to get connected to other women in Westfield, please sign up for the Facebook group page or visit the website at womenofwestfield.com to sign up for the newsletter and text reminders.