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Parks & Recreation Department
Mission Statement
The mission of the Parks & Recreation Department is to ensure the smooth, efficient operation, management and administration of the overall workings of the department's three divisions: Parks and Grounds, Recreation Programs and Services, and Cemetery Operations.
The mission of the Recreation Enterprise
is to provide experiences that enhance the quality of life for residents in and around the Westford area.
To that end, the Parks & Recreation Department offers high quality, safe programs and services, designed to meet the year round interests of the community.
The programs and services are provided in a cost-effective, affordable, and inclusive manner.
Visit us at 65 Main Street, 3rd floor
The mission of the Parks and Grounds Department is to provide park and grounds maintenance services that are appropriate, cost-effective, and of the highest quality. The employees work to preserve and enhance Westford's active and passive recreation areas, municipal grounds, monuments, playgrounds, beaches, skate park, sand volleyball court, tennis and basketball courts.
Learn more about the Field Use Permits and Field Safety Information, the Parks & Recreation Facility List, and the Stony Brook Conservation Land - EBC Site Application.
View details and a full member list of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Westford Parks & Recreation Spring-Summer programs are now available online at westfordrec.com.
Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) After-School Enrichment
Since 2004, WPC has provided the Westford community with a safe, stimulating, and fun environment for Westford’s school children during after school hours. WPC’s experienced staff fosters meaningful relationships with each student, while focusing on three critical concepts: safety, positive youth development, and academic enrichment and support.
This spring, WPC will run from April 26 through June 18, Monday through Friday, from school dismissal to 5:45 p.m. The program is available to all of Westford’s K-5 students and will operate at the following schools: Crisafulli (3-5), Nabnasset (K-2) and Robinson Schools (K-2).
Miller School children may attend either the Nabnasset or Robinson Schools. Abbot and Day children may attend the Crisafulli School. Families of children attending Miller, Abbot, and Day schools will be
responsible for arranging transportation to the after school program.
Visit westfordrec.com for recreation program updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532.
Parks & Recreation Summer Weekly programs for children are packed with activities designed for each program’s mission and age group. Led by the Site Directors who run our popular afterschool enrichment program (WPC), these lively, full-week programs are staffed with energetic counselors – high school and college aged – who are First Aid and CPR certified.
SUMMER WEEKLY PROGRAMS:
Summer Beach Party at Destination Exploration, East Boston Camps Learn more>
Program coverage during the first and last two weeks of summer.
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Three-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. Week 1 from June 21-25; Week 2 and 3 from August 16-27.
Kids Club at the Nabnasset School Learn more>
Fast-Paced, fun-filled activities, both inside and outdoors, for children at all levels.
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, extended day, and swim lesson options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.
Destination Exploration at East Boston Camps Learn more>
Classic summertime activities in a classic summertime setting
at East Boston Camps (EBC).
For ages 7-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.
Learn more or register at About Summer Weekly Programs on westfordrec.com.
For financial aid information, please visit the following link:
https://westfordma.gov/1399/CDBG-Childcare-Subsidy-Program
Visit westfordrec.com for recreation program updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532.
Beaches, Swimming and more with Westford Parks & Rec
The Edwards Beach and Forge Pond Beach 2020 season ran from June 29 through August 23, with the following hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For 2021 beach season updates visit About Waterfront at westfordrec.com. For additional information, or to register for 2021 recreation programs, including swim Lessons, and other summer activities, visit Summer Weekly Programs and Spring-Summer Programs at westfordrec.com.
Bathrooms are available at Forge Pond Beach and Edwards Beach during the summer season only.
For information about the Town of Westford Season Beach Pass for nonresidents, visit About Waterfront, at westfordrec.com.
Edwards Beach and Forge Pond are community resources to be enjoyed by the public year round from dawn to dusk. During the off-season, please help us keep these facilities clean by following a Carry-in/carry-out trash protocol. We appreciate your help!
Please remember that artificial flowers, wreaths, sprays, and potted decorations are only permitted from December 1st through April 1st. Baskets or other containers, not of a permanent nature, must be removed by the owners if they choose to preserve them, otherwise they will be removed. One flower bed is allowed on each monument lot and cannot extend more than 12" from the base of the monument.
Learn more about Westford Cemeteries and the Westford Cemetery Commission.
Field Use Permits, Facility List, and EBC Site Application
Learn more about the Field Use Permits and Field Safety Information, the Parks & Recreation Facility List, and the Stony Brook Conservation Land - EBC Site Application.
Parks & Recreation Commission
View details and a full member list of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
New Seasons New Programs at Westford Parks & Recreation
Westford Parks & Recreation Spring-Summer programs are now available online at westfordrec.com.
Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) After-School Enrichment
Parks & Recreation welcomes you to the Spring 2021 WPC program for children K-5
Since 2004, WPC has provided the Westford community with a safe, stimulating, and fun environment for Westford’s school children during after school hours. WPC’s experienced staff fosters meaningful relationships with each student, while focusing on three critical concepts: safety, positive youth development, and academic enrichment and support.
This spring, WPC will run from April 26 through June 18, Monday through Friday, from school dismissal to 5:45 p.m. The program is available to all of Westford’s K-5 students and will operate at the following schools: Crisafulli (3-5), Nabnasset (K-2) and Robinson Schools (K-2).
Miller School children may attend either the Nabnasset or Robinson Schools. Abbot and Day children may attend the Crisafulli School. Families of children attending Miller, Abbot, and Day schools will be
responsible for arranging transportation to the after school program.
Learn more or register at About WPC on westfordrec.com.
Register at anytime during the spring session.
For financial aid information, please visit the following link:
https://westfordma.gov/1399/CDBG-Childcare-Subsidy-Program
Visit westfordrec.com for recreation program updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532.
Westford Parks & Recreation 2021 Summer Weekly Programs
Fun-filled with great activities all summer long! Choose up to ten weeks of full day and full week programming, with early arrival and extended day options.
Parks & Recreation Summer Weekly programs for children are packed with activities designed for each program’s mission and age group. Led by the Site Directors who run our popular afterschool enrichment program (WPC), these lively, full-week programs are staffed with energetic counselors – high school and college aged – who are First Aid and CPR certified.
SUMMER WEEKLY PROGRAMS:
Summer Beach Party at Destination Exploration, East Boston Camps Learn more>
Program coverage during the first and last two weeks of summer.
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Three-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. Week 1 from June 21-25; Week 2 and 3 from August 16-27.
Kids Club at the Nabnasset School Learn more>
Fast-Paced, fun-filled activities, both inside and outdoors, for children at all levels.
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, extended day, and swim lesson options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.
Destination Exploration at East Boston Camps Learn more>
Classic summertime activities in a classic summertime setting
at East Boston Camps (EBC).
For ages 7-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.
Learn more or register at About Summer Weekly Programs on westfordrec.com.
For financial aid information, please visit the following link:
https://westfordma.gov/1399/CDBG-Childcare-Subsidy-Program
Visit westfordrec.com for recreation program updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532.
Beaches, Swimming and more with Westford Parks & Rec
The Edwards Beach and Forge Pond Beach 2020 season ran from June 29 through August 23, with the following hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For 2021 beach season updates visit About Waterfront at westfordrec.com. For additional information, or to register for 2021 recreation programs, including swim Lessons, and other summer activities, visit Summer Weekly Programs and Spring-Summer Programs at westfordrec.com. Bathrooms are available at Forge Pond Beach and Edwards Beach during the summer season only.
For information about the Town of Westford Season Beach Pass for nonresidents, visit About Waterfront, at westfordrec.com.
Edwards Beach and Forge Pond are community resources to be enjoyed by the public year round from dawn to dusk. During the off-season, please help us keep these facilities clean by following a Carry-in/carry-out trash protocol. We appreciate your help!
Winter Clean Up Reminder for Westford Cemeteries
Please remember that artificial flowers, wreaths, sprays, and potted decorations are only permitted from December 1st through April 1st. Baskets or other containers, not of a permanent nature, must be removed by the owners if they choose to preserve them, otherwise they will be removed. One flower bed is allowed on each monument lot and cannot extend more than 12" from the base of the monument.
Learn more about Westford Cemeteries and the Westford Cemetery Commission.
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Parks & Recreation Department
Physical Address
65 Main Street, 3rd Floor
Westford, MA 01886
Mailing Address
65 Main Street
Westford, MA 01886
Phone: 978-692-5532Fax: 978-392-4471
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.