General Lab Information

Other BERA Facilities

In addition to the swimming pool, gymnasium, and weight room, the following facilities are also available for employee use.

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Tennis Courts

There are outdoor tennis courts on Bell Avenue available for your use. Reservations are needed for prime time: 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 4:30 to 7 PM. Reservations may be made by Laboratory employees only, including those with visiting and guest appointments and Brookhaven Lab retirees. For more information call Ext. 5139 or Ext. 2147.

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Outdoor Volleyball Court

The Lab has an outdoor volleyball court located on Upton Road, across from the Cavendish House. The court is set with nets, equipment storage bins, and volleyballs, ready for anyone to use on a first-come, first-serve basis. A safety netting is in place between the court and the dorm parking lot to prevent potential out-of-bounds shots from straying too far.

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Recreation Hall (Bldg. 317)

Located in the Apartment Area. Home to several BERA Clubs, the ESOL classroom, Hospitality Coffee & Playgroup, the Spring Break and Summer Recreation programs, and a variety of fitness classes. Reservations for employee group parties can be made by calling the Recreation Office at Ext. 2873. If needed, see Permission to Serve Alcohol Form. NOTE: The Rec Hall is not open evenings except for scheduled events or reservations.

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Recreation Park and Gazebo

The Park is located at the east end of Brookhaven Avenue. It features athletic fields for softball and soccer, an archery range, volleyball courts and picnic areas. There is a covered gazebo and barbeque grills for use. Playground equipment is located at the fields for children. If you wish to reserve the Gazebo, please contact the Recreation Office at Ext. 2873.