We're just 22 days from Cheverly Day 2016! If you've submitted an application to join the parade, host a table, be a food vendor, sponsor an event, or advertise with us, THANK YOU! We really appreciate your involvement and support.
Unfortunately, we have heard that some people and organizations have submitted various applications and have not received a response, and for that we apologize! We have been experiencing growing pains with our website, and some applications may have been lost. If you have not heard from us, please visit our site and download a hard copy of the appropriate application (complete list here), or contact us directly. Again, our apologies for any inconvenience -- we're looking forward to sharing an amazing 85th Anniversary celebration with you!
We are so excited to share this special Cheverly Day 2016 event with you...
Bubble Soccer -- 2:30-6:30 on the Town Park Field
Sponsored by the Cheverly Cheverly Soccer Club
We're always looking for new experiences to bring to Cheverly Day, and this year we've got something big. Literally. BUBBLE SOCCER! We think it sounds like a blast, and hope you do, too! Join your friends and neighbors for a game this Cheverly Day and try something new. Interested? Please download and complete the form here -- we're trying to gauge interest. Many thanks to Cheverly Soccer Club for sponsoring this great addition to Cheverly Day 2016!
The objective of bubble soccer is to score against your opponent’s net and knock each other down while trying. You could argue that this is one of those games where defense is more fun. The game starts much like a competitive game of dodgeball. When players hear the whistle, they fearlessly rush in to the center to find and kick a soccer ball through their about-to-be sweaty Battle Ball suit. The ever-increasing amount of sweat will eventually make visibility an ongoing struggle because the exercise is real and this IS most definitely a sport.
Players’ hands are fixed inside the bubble, requiring them to maintain balance using just their legs. Mobility is sacrificed in this game – but the Battle Balls have leveled the playing field for players of different sizes. Leaping ability and stress levels are the two most relevant variables. In regards to safety, we think that the coach and players sitting on the bench are in the greatest danger — you never know when an active player will accidentally steamroll the sidelines. It might take a few rotations for players to find their “game legs,” so in the beginning, they often become somewhat of a “human wrecking ball.”
Are there any restrictions/requirements?
A height of 5′ 2″ – 6′ 2″ for large 1.5m balls and a height of 4′ 2″ – 5′ 7″ for the smaller 1.2m balls is recommended. These are approximate ranges as it also depends on how tall your neck and head are and how the back straps fit on you. We recommend having 4-8 inches of space above your head to the top surface of the ball to allow you to flip over. Smaller players are able to even crouch their legs into the ball and do advanced tricks. Taller players using balls not suited for them play at their own discretion.
Each game will last about 15 minutes, and there will be two or three games per hour. The cost per player is $5 per game, or field a team of five players for $20 per game!
We're just 27 days away from the big celebration, and we want YOU to join us! Get involved and share your support for Cheverly Day by sharing information about your organization. Cheverly Day 2016 is pleased to offer tables to our community groups, not-for-profits, local businesses and politicians this May 21. We'd love to see EVERY community group out in force for this big event. Host a table (we’ll provide a table and two chairs – we recommend you bring a tent) and invite community members to learn more about your organization with a fun activity or publicity materials. Get complete details on our website, then submit your application. Questions?Please get in touch!
Cheverly Day relies on many volunteers to succeed every year...and this year we want YOU to join! There are opportunities at every level -- putting the putt putt holes back in working order, helping with the parade, stage help, midway games, logistics, breaking things down on May 22...we're sure there are some great things you can do to help that we haven't even thought of yet! This is another great way to share your support of Cheverly day 2016 with the entire community, and a terrific way for students to earn those all-important service hours. If you'd like to get involved, please contact Megan Daly, or send us a message by completing the contact form on our website. We'd love to have you with us this Cheverly Day!
We're great fans of friendly competition, and the Annual East vs. WestSoftball Game brings out the competitor in everyone! Join your friends and neighbors at noon on May 21 for a great game -- all are welcome to participate. Special thanks to the family of Junior Vendetta, who are sponsoring this year's game in his memory.
It's time to get your team together for the Annual Cheverly Day 3 on 3 Basketball Tourney! Hosted by the Cheverly Police Department, the Tourney may be the most serious competition on Cheverly Day.
The kids who participate in this event are serious. If you haven't spent some time watching, make sure to visit the Community Center Gym this Cheverly Day -- the first game begins at 11:00am. You'll see some impressive skills and a lot of people really enjoying themselves.
There are three age groups: 8-11, 12-16, and 17+, and winning teams in each category will receive a gift card.
We're very happy to share sneak peek of our 2016 Tee with you! A stylish black cotton shirt that proudly proclaims the coordinates of the best little town around, you'll wear this one for years to come.
We are looking for Cheverly Day 2016 sponsors. Show your support for an event that brings Cheverly together every year by making a financial contribution. Corporate sponsorships are available at several levels, and sponsors receive premium advertising, acknowledgment in all printed materials and thoughout our online outlets, and banners commemorating their sponsorship hung prominently at Cheverly Day.
This year we will celebrate the 85th Anniversary of Cheverly starting with a parade that leads into Cheverly Day; a day of family friendly events, including games, music, food, and our famous fireworks. Over 1800 Cheverly residents will be at Cheverly Day, will you?
The Cheverly Day Committee would like to invite you to sponsor an event, and we commit to you that our residents will know of your sponsorship. What a great opportunity to reach over 1,500 Cheverly and surrounding communities’ residents to show you care about Cheverly.
Want to show your support of Cheverly Day in a really special way? Advertise with us. Get your message to a wide range of people with varied interests while letting everyone know that you support Cheverly Day and celebrate 85 years of Cheverly history!
Reach an important audience -- your friends and neighbors -- when you advertise on the Cheverly Day 2016 website and blog. We're the source for all things Cheverly Day, and our audience visits multiple times to keep up with the latest news about the big event!
We very much appreciate those of you who have used us as a great medium to get the word out about your business or organization. We hope that you will consider doing so again this year. Not only is it a great forum for you to advertise for the entire year but it is also a wonderful contribution to Cheverly Day.
As we continue to add the latest news on all things Cheverly Day to our website, we'd love to add your show of support! Visit the site for complete details, including prices, sizing, and guidelines.
Looking for ideas for parade entries? Need advice on float construction? Join Mayor Mike and others this Saturday, April 9, from 10am to noon at the Town Park Gazebo. They'll have lots of great information and expertise to share!
