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Sunday, November 1, 2026 Northfield, Massachusetts · Change town
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Recreation Commission approves donation, reports summer program success

Northfield Recreation Commission reported strong success for its inaugural summer program and unanimously approved a $200 donation to Monster Dash 2026. Director Stacy Bond and Summer Program Director Amanda Zellman noted the program reached the 35-child maximum capacity twice, with community

Recreation Commission · Meeting of August 5, 2026

Northfield Recreation Commission reported strong success for its inaugural summer program and unanimously approved a $200 donation to Monster Dash 2026. Director Stacy Bond and Summer Program Director Amanda Zellman noted the program reached the 35-child maximum capacity twice, with community donations covering nearly $5,000 in registration assistance fees. The commission discussed potential improvements including staff training protocols and accommodations for younger children.

The Field Improvement Sub-Committee reported that an athletic field project remains blocked by pesticide-use restrictions at Northfield Elementary School.

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Source: the Recreation Commission meeting of August 5, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.

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