The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about and today, its also #ArborDay. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the tree planter’s holiday, and we’re excited to celebrate with you!

But you might wonder, what is #ArborDay? The answer is quite simple, #ArborDay is one day of the year dedicated to celebrating trees and the important role that they play in our environment. It was started in Nebraska in 1872 and is still celebrated today throughout the United States and even around the world. #ArborDay is an important way to raise awareness of the many issues that surround trees.

To celebrate, we planted a Redbud Tree at Jennerjohn Park with Girl Scout Troop #2394 on Tuesday and today, our Village Forester will be giving a virtual presentation to the Greenville Middle School 5th graders. The students will be bringing home Red Oak seedlings to plant after the presentation.

Want to do your part in honoring the holiday? All you need to do is use the hashtag #ArborDay on social media! Every hashtag counts towards The Arbor Day Foundation’s goal of planning 150,000 trees this year. These trees will sequester carbon, mitigate heat, help to restore our nation’s forests, and provide jobs and livelihoods around the world.

Happy #ArborDay Greenville!

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec

Last Call for Sponsors!

Last call for business owner/operators who are looking to support the Greenville community and our Parks and Recreation Department during our 15th annual Community Movie Night!

Community Movie Night is a free event held at Lions Park several times throughout the summer. During this event, a movie is shown in the amphitheater and concessions are sold by the Greenville Lioness Club out of the pavilion. Attendance averages more than 200 people per movie!

A sponsorship with the Parks and Recreation Department is a great way to stretch your advertisement budget while also helping the community enhance the development and improvement of our parks and programs. It provides exposure to the entire community, recognition in the Village newsletter and on our Facebook page, your company’s name or logo on display and much, much more!

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, follow the below link or contact our office directly at 920-757-7276 or emaertz@greenvillewi.gov

Movie Night Sponsorship Packet: https://bit.ly/3rUHqgm

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to tell you about another one of our rental pavilions!

Located within the amphitheater, the Lions Park East Pavilion has a capacity of 100 and is one of three pavilions available for rent at this park. Due to its close proximity to, and shared parking with The Barn, it is not typically available for rent on Saturdays. It is however, rented by the day and still  has a lot to offer every other day of the week! This covered shelter has a minimum of 12 picnic tables, garbage and recycling receptacles, and an indoor kitchen. The large kitchenette includes separate stand up freezer and refrigerator, sink, stove, ample counter space and electrical outlets, and a large serving window.

Renters will also find an abundance of open play space, archery range, playground, recreational trail access, Schueler Woods nature trails, and public restrooms within the park. If you are interested in renting the Lions Park East Pavilion, check out our Rental Policy and find our Facility Reservation Agreement located on our website at: https://bit.ly/37wnFV5

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec

Summer Recreation

Looking for something fun to do this summer? We've got you covered!

With the addition of two new programs this year, we have something for all ages! Our Parks and Recreation Department will be offering the following programs this summer:
- Youth Tennis Lessons
- Pickle Ball Classes & Leagues
- Free Yoga in the Park

Additional information and registration can be found on our website here: https://bit.ly/3rCwDYg

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to tell you about another one of our rental pavilions!

Community Park is most well-known for its ball diamonds, but did you know that it’s also home to the largest open air pavilion rentals offered in Greenville? With its close proximity to the playground and capacity of 200, it has quickly become one of our more desirable rentals for larger gatherings. The Community Park pavilion has roll down awning sides to protect renters from any inclement weather, plenty of picnic tables, garbage and recycling receptacles, and a large indoor kitchen. In the kitchen, renters will find two large sinks, a serving island with overhead outlets, refrigerator, two access doors, and three serving windows.

Renters will also find casual ball fields, a tennis court, basketball court, an abundance of parking, and recreational trail access within the park. If you are interested in renting the Community Park Pavilion, check out our Rental Policy and find our Facility Reservation Agreement located on our website at: https://bit.ly/37wnFV5

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec

Road Closure Notice

Beginning Monday April 18th, Mayflower Drive (Neubert Rd - Rawley Point Dr) will be closed to thru traffic for a water main construction project. The roadway will only be accessible to residents who live within the project limits. The project is expected to be completed in June 2022.

Spring Free Tire Drop Off Event

The Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste's spring free tire collection event begins on Monday, April 18. This means that the Village of Greenville will begin accepting tires at our Yard Waste Site facility later this week! Tires will be accepted at our site from Wednesday, April 13 – Thursday, April 21, 2022.

Collection is limited to Greenville Residents only, with a limit of 4 tires per household. Tires will not be accepted at the Yard Waste Site during any other time, however tires can be dropped off at the Outagamie County Landfill for a fee. Tires from businesses are not accepted. Only tires with a rim size of 18”or less will be accepted at no charge. For all tires with a rim size of 19" or larger in size or quantities of over 4, the resident will be charged $8.00 per tire at the Public Works Office; or $325.00 per ton if taken directly to the Outagamie County Landfill/Recycling Center (1419 Holland Rd, Appleton).

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. With temperatures expected to rise this weekend, were thinking about summer! This week, we want to tell you about one of our rental pavilions.

The North Pavilion is one of three pavilions available to rent at the Greenville Lions Park and one of most popular rentals overall. It has a capacity of 100 and is located right next to the playground. This covered shelter has so much to offer! Amenities include 10 picnic tables, corn hole game boards and bag, roll down side awnings, garbage and recycling cans, and an indoor kitchen. The kitchen facilities include stand up refrigerator with freezer top, sink, ample counter space and electrical outlets, and a large serving window.

Looking for a location to hold your graduation or birthday party? Have a family reunion coming up? The Lions Park North Pavilion is the perfect place to host it! Check out our Rental Policy and find our Facility Reservation Agreement on our website at: https://bit.ly/37wnFV5

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. The Park Department has recently decided to hire its own Engineer and this week, we are pleased to announce Brian Rickert, P.E. as our newest employee and last feature of the series.

Brian has worked for the Village of Greenville for four years. You may recognize him from his previous role with the Village as Director of Public works. While he did enjoy that position, we decided that Parks and Rec just needed him more. Brian grew up in Fond Du Lac and went to UW Platteville for Engineering. Before coming to work for us, he worked for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

We asked Brian to tell us a little more about himself and here’s what he said:

Q: What’s the most exciting part of your job?
A: Getting to walk through the Parks Shop every day

Q: What’s a work-related accomplishment that you’re really proud of?
A: Sharing my fashion sense with my coworkers. They have really thrived in trying new trends I’ve set for them.

Q: What would you do (for a career) if you weren’t doing this?
A: I would become a Fireman

Q: What three items would you take with you to a deserted island?
A: Jake, Shawn and John, I couldn’t make it without them!

Q: What’s your favorite TV show—the one you’re always watching on repeat?
A: America's Next Top Model, Season 2

Q: If you had to eat one meal, every day for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: Spaghetti

Did we forget to say Happy April Fools?! Luckily for Public Works, they get to keep their talented director.

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec