June 2022 Volume 5 Issue 6
JUNE NEWS
“Oh what is more sweet than the month of June
When our senses thrill and our hearts keep tune
To the song of the birds and the rose in bloom?...”
~Lottie Brown Allen

 Welcome to the month of June!
 
School’s out, and signs of summer are popping up everywhere, and we are more than happy to greet the first day of summer on June 21st! Our local strawberry season is getting closer as we see the berries making their way up the East Coast to our bowls, and June 6th is National Yo-Yo Day. Find a good yo-yo and you can occupy the lazy days of summer learning fun yo-yo tricks!
 
The Triple Play swim membership offers great choices to swim at the Beede Center, White Pond and the Emerson Park pool. Keep an eye out for more exciting options! 
 
Summer is in New England is a very special time because it is a very small window of warmth in our ever-changing and mostly colder climate. Trying to fill all the squares like eating lobster rolls, going on a vacation, cycling and walking on the abundance of trails in between working and other obligations is a worthwhile juggling act. In between everything, finding time to make sure you stay in shape is important and should be proportionate to the amount of ice cream eaten! When you are in town for short periods of time, we have options. Day passes at Beede for pool and fitness, plus day passes at White Pond and Emerson Pool or drop in to one of our water fitness classes and group exercise classes.  There is no excuse to not take care of yourself, and we can help keep continuity in your life by being here for you when you are in town!

CONGRATULATIONS to the Concord-Carlisle High School Seniors and best wishes on all your new adventures!!!
DATES TO REMEMBER

  • June 15 - Wednesday - Last day of Concord Public Schools
  • June 17 - Friday - Beede and Books
  • June 1 - Saturday - Emerson Pool Membership Starts
  • June 19 - Sunday - Juneteenth - Beede open
  • June 20 - Monday - White Pond Membership Starts

FUTURE DATES TO REMEMBER
  • July 4 - Monday - Independence Day - Beede will be closed
  • July 9 -Saturday - Otters Meet - All Pools Close at 2pm for remainder of the day
  • July 14,21 and 28 - West Concord Summer Concert Series Come enjoy FREE outdoor concerts! All Concerts from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

AQUATICS NEWS

" Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time." —John Lubbock
 
Our Brand New Pool Schedule
Starting June 6th, the pool schedule will be completely digital through MyRec. It will be moved to the Facilities tab for much easier viewing and interaction.
 
Summer Classes and Programs

Master’s Swim
Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s at 5:45a.m.
June 27 to August 19
Open now for registration
 
Private Swim Lessons with Swim Stars Academy
Dates: June 7 to August 18
May 26 (Thursday) Open for Beede members
June 2 (Thursday) Open for nonmembers
 

White Pond Update
The White Pond Beach area has been undergoing significant renovations to improve the storm water collection systems and overall accessibility to the beach. The project is about 90% complete and looks fantastic! Like many industries that are being affected by shipping delays, the contracted construction company is not able to obtain the materials needed to complete the project. As a result, we are targeting a new opening date of Monday, June 20, 2022. The beach remains an active construction site and we ask that you refrain from using the space until we communicate that it is officially open. We apologize for delayed start to the season but assure you that it will be worth the wait!
 
Introduction to Artistic Swimming
 (Synchronized Swimming)
Registration Information:
 Open now for Beede members
June 2 (Thursday) Open for nonmembers at 7:30A.
 
Aquatics Water Fitness Classes
Sign up for the whole summer or drop in when you are not travelling! 
 
Triple Play Summer Swim Pass
Not sure where to swim? 
We have three great choices for cooling off in the summer heat!
Beede Center
Emerson Playground Pool
White Pond
Summer Pass Prices and Information  
 Residents: $650/household
 Nonresidents: $715/household 
 
Summer Fun Club
Swimming and lots of fun activities make this an enjoyable program for ages 5 to 10!
Register here.
FITNESS NEWS

“We are what we repeatedly do, excellence then is not an act, but a habit.” Aristotle
 
Health Awareness Days
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ~Benjamin Franklin
 
Men’s Health Awareness Week is in the month of June, and Women’s Health Awareness Week was in the month May. The Health Awareness days every month are usually conditions shared by both the sexes.  However, there are the ones that are specific to whether you are male or female. Whether it is puberty or menopause (yes, men do go through a form of “male menopause,” andropause) hormonal changes in the body can cause a range of unpleasant side effects like irritability, sleeplessness, body mass changes, poor concentration and short-term memory. These changes can mean a loss of self-confidence and not feeling healthy which then reduces the motivation to exercise or eat well. These changes can feel personal, and thus are not spoken about openly which could lead to ignoring what might be remedied or prevented. Do not ignore when you notice something is not quite right. Most often it is completely normal or something that if caught early can easily be treated.
 
The best “medicine” for preventing or delaying many conditions is to have a regular regimen of exercise, and to eat a well-balanced diet which will help ensure you are the best you can be. The saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” should hold true. The endorphins and positive feelings associated with exercising will help boost your self-confidence and motivation plus significantly reduce those “blah” days. 

Summer Group Exercise Classes
Check out the variety of classes we have this summer!
- Session Dates: June 13-August 27
- No classes: July 4
EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Help Wanted
 
Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors Needed
Great opportunity to train in our American Red Cross certified
Programs. We pay for the training, and you have a job! Benefits
Include free membership.
 
Volunteer for Community Service Hours
Need hours for graduation requirements? We have the plenty of hours and all you need to do is walk over. Hours for August pool cleanup and assisting with swim lessons.
BEEDE AND BOOKS

The Beede Swim and Fitness Center and the Concord Free Public Library have teamed up to bring you BEEDE AND BOOKS. This is a free program available to all. Join us in the Beede Center for a Friday collaboration of reading and swimming. A librarian will read books at 11:30am then at 12:00pm we transition to the Children’s Pool for water fun! The next event is Friday June 17.
CONCORD RECREATION AND COMMUNITY NEWS
AND, AS LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE…
Thank you for your continued support
of the Beede Center!