November's Newsletter: Around the Whip City. News and information about Westfield, MA shared by Lesley Lambert of Park Square Realty

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November 2012
Business Focused ♦ Community Driven
Message from Mayor Knapik We begin on Monday, November On Saturday night, December 8th
26th with the Lanternlight Parade that we will have Latkes & Lights,
Mark your calendars for December ends with the lighting of the 22-foot beginning with lighting the Menorah
12th, 6:30 pm at South Middle School. holiday tree across from the soldiers and then going to the Amelia Park
At this time an important public monument. Just one more year at Children’s Museum to enjoy Latkes.
meeting will take place to unveil the this location while we wait for the
plans for the redevelopment of Elm grass to take hold on the Park Square These are just a sampling of what’s
Street, specifically 80 Elm Street where Green. happening in Westfield. All of these
demolition has begun. events can be found by visiting the
On Sunday, December 2nd there is Westfield on Weekends web site.
This will be your opportunity to see a special stage performance of A
what the plans currently are, what they Christmas Carol performed by the www.westfieldonweekends.com
are not, and what you would like them great-great grandson of Charles
to be. It is your chance to make Dickens.
suggestions to what you would like to
see in the downtown. Saturday, December 8th is a special
day in Westfield as we have the
December also welcomes to Dickens Stroll throughout the
Westfield the 9th Annual Dickens Days. downtown. If you have not had the
The events that takes place this month chance to come downtown to see the
have become known throughout the new stores and sidewalks, this is your
region and this year is no exception. opportunity.
City Council Meeting Highlights October 18th and November 1st, 2012
PASSED: Inside This Issue:
Appointment of Meghan Miller as Pioneer Valley
Westfield City Treasurer Rider Training 2
Adopted Memorandum of
Understanding for Joint Development The Batters
Master Plan for the Westfield Elm Box 3
Street Redevelopment & Intermodel Westfield Glass
Transportation Center. Company 4
Accepted grants from MassDOT
Aeronautics Division for Airport noise Wreaths Across
mitigation program. America 5
Accepted donations to the Westfield Bonus Pages
Animal Shelter. Shop Downtown
Accepted job description for Director This Month Westfield 6
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Not sure if a full weekend course is the right step for
you? Find out if riding is for you, Introduction to
Motorcycling is designed specifically for the brand new
motorcycle rider. This is a two hour, hands on, private
lesson which introduces brand new riders to the
Pioneer Valley Rider Training
activity of motorcycling. Class sizes are a 1:1 student to
coach ratio with a certified Motorcycle Safety
1029 North Road - Westfield, MA Foundation (MSF) Rider Coach. The pace is slow,
413-525-0049 allowing maximum time for coaching, skill
development and confidence building. If you are
Did you know that one of the best motorcycle riding unsure of your abilities, or unsure if motorcycle riding
training schools in the north east is right here in our own is the right activity for you, or if you just want to take a
Westfield? People come from all over the state to attend more gradual approach to learning to ride, consider
one of the rider safety programs. Whether you are a the Introduction to Motorcycling course.
beginner or an experienced rider, there is a course for
everyone at Pioneer Valley Rider Training. On the other hand, even if you are an experienced
rider, there’s always something new to learn.
The school was founded 13 years ago by John and Increasing numbers of seasoned riders are flocking to
Cindy Peles. John is a life long motorcycle enthusiast, and the six-hour Experienced Rider Course to hone their
wanted to integrate his passion for riding with safety and proficiency and fine-tune the mental skills needed for
solid riding skills, and make this fun way of life available to expertise in traffic.
everyone. All instructors have many years of riding
experience and have been through a rigorous training
program at the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF).
Both beginner and experienced level courses are held
on the weekends beginning in April continuing through
November. Motorcycles are provided, and helmets are
also available if you do not have your own. In one
weekend, you can go from being a novice rider to
acquiring your M class license and being ready to ride
your own bike. Qualified graduates of either the Basic Perhaps one of the most satisfying comments the
Rider Course or the Experienced Rider Course are eligible instructors hear about these courses is that not only
to receive their motorcycle license or endorsement. This does the school improve one’s motorcycle skills, the
exempts these graduates from the Registry of Motor courses dramatically improve one’s overall driving
Vehicle road test (and related $20 fee). Statewide skills. Teaching people to anticipate, scan ahead, and
approximately 95% of students successfully complete the drive defensively are perhaps some of the greatest
course the first time. skills anyone can learn when on the roads today.
Taking a motorcycle safety class is not only fun but will
If you wish to obtain a motorcycle license at the end of put some great driving skills in your tool belt.
the course, an applicant must first obtain their motorcycle
learner’s permit, which is a multiple-choice exam at the Motorcycle manufacturers such as BMW, Ducati,
Department of Motor Vehicles. You do not have to have a Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM,
permit to take the course. Once you have your permit, Piaggio/Vespa, Suzuki, Vengeance, Victory and Yamaha
you are ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime provide tuition reimbursements or other incentives for
and a weekend of fun and learning. The course time is students who successfully complete a Rider
one third in the classroom, and two-thirds time on the Course. Check with the manufacturer or your local
range riding a motorcycle; so all riders learn both dealer for current incentive programs.
classroom fundamentals and also have hands-on learning
time. For more information, or to register for a class,
check out our website: www.pvriders.com. Happy
trails!
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Daniel and Tim, also known as T.K. on the Westfield
High Baseball team, worked at the opening too,
feeding the pitching machines with baseballs and
instructed the younger players. Frank, their middle
son also contributed to the success of the day by
creating the website, logo and informational
brochure!
Over 200 visitors welcomed The Batter’s Box, the The Batter’s Box is a place where players of all ages
brand new baseball and softball training facility, to and abilities can come to improve on their game. This
Westfield on October 6, 2012! training center offers five cages, three with 70-foot
Opening day was a huge success and assured Owner, tunnels and two that are 50-feet long. Each one has a
Tim Kelleher that this was exactly what the youth of pitcher’s mound, pitching machine, a bucket of balls,
Westfield needed! a “L” screen and of course a “batter’s box.” The most
important assets however, are the coaching staff.
With his passion in coaching and Westfield being Tim says “there is surely no shortage in Westfield for
such a sports oriented town, Tim felt this was the knowledgeable baseball and softball instructors!” The
perfect idea! name Jachym, and Westfield baseball go hand in
hand. Coach Jachym, former WHS player and coach
Tim and his wife Gina had looked at locations and has years of experience and is part of their coaching
researched this business for over two years before staff. Along with Coach Rob Atkocaitis, Coach Brian
deciding on the current location. Tim has coached in McCann, and Coach Jeff Pluta, Batter’s Box has the
Westfield for over 30 years and starting the business best of the best!
here was a no-brainer. Tim says Westfield has such a
large base of baseball and softball enthusiasts and a Coach Kelleher knew that in order to continue to
very rich history as well. compete at a level that Westfield has traditionally
competed at, an indoor facility within the city was a
Tim feels that sports are a great tool to use in raising must! No longer will baseball and softball be a warm
children, and that many life lessons are learned by weather sport in Westfield. The city now has a great
playing a sport like baseball. Having raised four children new asset to the community where the sports can be
in Westfield, Tim and Gina knew the importance of practiced all year round. The Batter’s Box will work
getting involved. Tim often began a season inspiring his with people individually or can accommodate an
players to “Work hard, Improve, and Have fun!” Tim’s entire team!
son Frank, to his surprise used those very words in his
graduation speech for WHS. www.BattersBoxWestfield.com
Tim has passed on his love for baseball to his
children, and it showed in the preparation of opening
day! The whole Kelleher family was on hand for the
grand opening of The Batter’s Box. Tim and Gina
Kelleher’s children each brought their own personal
strengths to the plate! Their daughter Allison was
there to greet and keep visitors informed. Their sons
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1 Montgomery Street ♦ Westfield
413-562-2505
Mon-Thursday 8 am -5 pm
Friday 8am-4:30 pm, Saturday – Seasonal
For three generations and nearly 70 years, the Westfield glass specializes in all types of auto
Jarret family has been providing Westfield and glass. They offer professional installation of
surrounding towns not only glass, but fast, reliable windshields, windows and side view mirrors. They will
service with that personal, small business install your auto-glass with same day service in a
touch. Northside Glass was founded by Robert Jarret in climate controlled shop where you can be assured that
1945, and in 1972 David Jarret Sr. joined his Father to your installation will be done properly. They even bill
expand the business and make it thrive. your insurance company directly, no waiting and no
hassle! They can diagnose and repair most car window
Dave Jarret, Jr. started working right alongside his problems if your window just won’t go up or down.
father learning the trade, and knows how to get the job
done right, on time, and at the right price. In 2001, David’s goals for the future are optimistic and since
when Dave Jarret, Jr.’s father retired, and Dave carried he is the only son, he hopes to have his son work with
on with the business and continues to provide his him in the future like he did with his father.
customers with the very best products and Dave hopes the bridge will re open soon, and invites
services! Westfield Glass has been on the hill, 1 everyone to view his website and to come in to visit!
Montgomery Street and in the same location since they
first opened back 70 years ago.
www.westfieldglass.com
Their services include, but are not limited to:
commercial storefronts, tabletops, screens, mirrors,
plexiglass, patio door glass and insulated glass.
Westfield Glass is known for their work, especially
when it comes to storm door replacement glass, home
and replacement windows, and windshield
replacement. They also offer fireplace and woodstove
glass replacement, large mirrors for gyms or dance
studios, door mirrors, bathroom mirrors and pattern
glass. They also replace insulated units in your window
if your double pane window is fogged or if moisture is
trapped between the panes.
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