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www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
2021
Activity
Guide
Parks Department
Staff & Board of Directors
Mishawaka Parks Administration
(574) 258-1664 ext. 1
Superintendent of Parks, Phil Blasko
pblasko@mishawaka.in.gov
Office Coordinator, Yvonne Teeter
yteeter@mishawaka.in.gov
Battell Community Center
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4002
Community Center Director, Clare Kopec
ckopec@mishawaka.in.gov
Camp & Community Engagement
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4005
Director, Rachel Hughie
rachel.hughie@mishawaka.in.gov
Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Department Special Events & Activities
Battell Community Center (574) 258-1664 ext. 4007
904 N. Main St. Director, Brittni Gendron
Mishawaka, IN 46545 bgendron@mishawaka.in.gov
(574) 258-1664
parks@mishawaka.in.gov Recreation & Facilities
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4008
Office hours: Director, Steven Gleissner
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm sgleissner@mishawaka.in.gov
Fridays: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed Aquatics and Ice Rink
Mishawaka is blessed with 26 public parks, each (574) 258-1665
with its own unique natural attributes. For boating Director, Marissa Gruler
enthusiasts, there are four parks with boat launches mgruler@mishawaka.in.gov
on the St. Joseph River. Water skiers and sailors can Golf
indulge in their pastimes on the river’s east section.
(574) 255-5508
Coincidentally, this is one of the best rivers in the state
Director of Golf Operations, Andrew Roop
for fishing. Smallmouth bass, steelhead trout, coho
aroop@mishawaka.in.gov
salmon, Chinook salmon and walleye are plentiful in
Golf Course Superintendent, George Fowler
their seasons.
(574) 258-1611
Mishawaka parks also boasts an excellent swimming gfowler@mishawaka.in.gov
pool, five splash pads and accommodations for tennis
and various field sports. Disc golf is another popular Landscape
park sport (Wilson). For more traditional golfers, the (574) 258-1664 ext. 4
18-hole Eberhart-Petro Golf Course offers plenty of Manager, Jacob Crawford
challenges. In the winter, skaters can show off their jcrawford@mishawaka.in.gov
skills on the ice rink at Merrifield Park or glide on the
lighted tubing runs at Wilson Park.
Board of Directors
Accepting credit cards at all park facilities and online John Coppens, President
registration. Michael P. Faulkner, Vice President
Carolyn A. Teeter, Secretary
Tony Violi, Member
Pat Hahn, Member
Like us on Facebook: @MishawakaParks Naomi Rea, Member
Like us on Instagram: @mishawakaparks Board Meetings
Held on the second and fourth Mondays of each
Like us on Twitter: @MishawakaParks month at 4:30 pm in the Auditorium at the
Battell Community Center, 904 North Main Street,
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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Table of Contents
Park Information.................................................... 2 BCC Rec Clubs...................................................... 32
Indoor Youth Sports.............................................4 Outdoor Rentals.................................................. 33
Outdoor Youth Sports................................... 5-6 BCC Facility Rentals...................................34-35
Outdoor Activities..................................................7 Park Pavilion Rentals.................................36-37
Farmer’s Market......................................................8 Ball Diamond & Building Rentals...........38
Mishawaka Parks Foundation......................9 Adopt a Park........................................................... 39
Special Events..................................................10-17 Community Greenhouse.......................40-41
Adventure Day Camp.................................18-21 Off-Leash Dog Run............................................42
Merrifield Complex..................................... 22-25 Visit Your Parks Challenge...................43-44
Eberhart-Petro Golf Course..................26-27 Park Amenities.....................................................45
George Wilson Park..........................................28 Park Department Policies............................46
Health & Fitness................................................... 29 Opportunities........................................................47
BCC Classes.......................................................30-31
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Indoor Youth Sports
The Mishawaka Parks Department
recreational youth leagues are, first and
foremost, intended to provide a positive social
experience with an emphasis placed on
good sportsmanship, fun, and exercise. Our
Battell Center number one goal for our programs is to make
sure kids come smiling and leave smiling!
Youth Sports Leagues
Volleyball
This five-week program will be separated into two
leagues: 5-6 year olds and 7-8 year olds. Rules will be
modified to help kids have a great time learning the
basics and fundamentals of volleyball.
Registration ends February 25th
Practice begins March 10th
Ages: 5 to 8
Cost: $40, includes t-shirt
Game dates: March 20th – April 10th
Location: Battell Community Center
Basketball
This five-week program will be separated into three
leagues: 3-4 year olds, 5-6 year olds and 7-8 year olds.
Rules will be modified to help kids have a great time
learning the basics and fundamentals of basketball.
Registration ends October 5th
Practice begins October 20th
Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $40, includes t-shirt
Game dates: October 30th – November 20th
Location: Battell Community Center | John Young
Middle School
Youth Winter Skills Clinic
Youth winter skills clinics focus on introductory and
basic skills for t-ball, basketball and soccer. Each
sport will feature clinics focusing on introductory
skills in a fun environment. Space is limited, 25
children per age group, per session.
Basketball
Registration ends February 5th
Skills dates: February 7th, 14th, 21st
Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $15
Times: 3 to 5 year olds: 1:00-1:50 pm | 6 to 8 year
olds: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: TBD
T-Ball
Registration ends March 5th
Skills dates: March 7th, 14th, 21st
Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $15
Times: 3 to 5 year olds: 1:00-1:50 pm | 6 to 8 year
olds: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: TBD
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Outdoor Sports
T-Ball
Youth Soccer Provides a positive recreational introductory baseball experience
Provides a positive recreational for children ages 3 to 8 years old. Striving to maintain a balance
soccer experience for children between teaching progressive baseball skills, sportsmanship and
ages 3 to 9 years old. Striving to healthy competition. Games are played on Tuesday and Thursday
evenings and Saturday mornings; times will vary. Practice day,
maintain a balance between time, and location set by the team’s volunteer coach. This program
teaching progressive soccer skills, will be separated into three leagues: 3 year olds, 4-5 year olds, and
sportsmanship and healthy 6-8 year olds. Teams are formed at random by friend and coaches
competition. Games are played on request. Younger siblings may play up an age group, if needed. Late
Saturday mornings, times will vary. registration for this league is subject to a $20 late fee.
Practice day, time, and location set Registration ends May 10th
by the team’s volunteer coach. This Practice begins week of May 24th
program will be separated into four Ages: 3 to 8
leagues: Cost: 3 year olds $40 | 4-5 year olds $50 | 6-7 year olds $50,
3 year olds, 4-5 year olds, 6-7 year olds, includes game t-shirt and MLB-style hat | After May 10th,
and 8-9 year olds. Teams are formed $20 late fee in addition
at random by friend and coaches Game dates: June 5th – July 1st
request. Younger siblings may play Location: Hums Park
up an age group, if needed. Late *Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the team’s
registration for this league is subject volunteer coach.
to a $20 late fee.
Summer Tennis Camp
Spring Soccer Season Recreational youth tennis camps focusing on introductory to
intermediate tennis skills for kids ages 3 to 13 years old. Space is
limited, 12 children per age group, per session.
Registration ends March 22nd
Practice begins week of April 5th Dates:
Ages: 3 to 9 Session 1: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 11th – May 20th
Cost: $55, includes t-shirt & socks Session 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 8th – June 17th
| After March 22nd, $20 late fee in Session 3: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 6th – July 15th
addition Session 4: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 7th –
Game dates: Saturdays, April 17th – September 16th
May 15th Ages: 3 to 13
Location: Twin Branch Park Cost: $35, includes t-shirt
*Note: Practice day, time, and location Times: 3 to 5 year olds: 4:00-4:45 pm | 6 to 9 year olds: 5:00-
are set by the team’s volunteer coach. 6:00 pm | 10 to 13 year olds: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Battell Park Tennis Courts
Fall Soccer Season
Registration ends August 23rd
Practice begins week of September
6th
Ages: 3 to 9
Cost: $55, includes t-shirt and socks
After August 23rd, $20 late fee in
addition.
Game dates:
Saturdays, September 18th – October
16th
Location: Twin Branch Park
*Note: Practice day, time, and location
are set by the team’s volunteer coach.
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Outdoor Sports
Track & Field Flag Football
Recreational youth track program designed to introduce Introduce your child to the game of football in a less
kids to the basic track and field style events, including physical environment. Youth flag football will teach
30 m/60 m dash, hurdles, long jump, softball, javelin and beginner players the basic rules and skills used for
frisbee throw – all modified for children. Programs will football. Games will be played on Sunday afternoons.
consist of group practices and meets. Late registration Practice day, time, and location set by the team’s
for this league is subject to a $20 late fee. volunteer coach. Late registration for this league is
subject to a $20 late fee.
Registration ends July 12th
Practice dates: July 14th | July 21st | July 28th Registration ends August 23rd
Meet Dates: Saturdays, July 24th – July 31st and Practice begins week of September 6th
Wednesday, August 4th Grades: 1st to 6th
Ages: 3 to 8 Cost: $55, includes games t-shirt & flags | After
Cost: $25, includes t-shirt and water bottle August 23rd, $20 late fee in addition
Locations: John Young Middle School | Mishawaka Game dates: September 19th – October 17th
High School Locations: Hums Park | Merrifield Park | John
Young Middle School
*Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the
team’s volunteer coach.
Senior Softball
For more information on Michiana Senior Softball, visit
www.michianaseniorsoftball.org.
Dates: April - August
Ages: 55+
Adult & Family Kickball League
Relive your elementary school recess days by joining
our new adult and family kickball league! Recruit your
friends, family or co-workers to register for this league.
Adult (18+) co-ed teams with a minimum of 4 females
on the field at all times. Family friendly, all ages divisions
available – teams must consist of an equal mix of adults
and children.
Registration ends May 2nd
Dates:
Tuesdays or Thursdays, May 11th – June 24th
Ages: All are welcome
Cost: $120 per team, includes t-shirt | (12-player
maximum, per team)
Game Times: 6:00-8:00 pm
Locations: Rose Park Softball Diamonds
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Outdoor Activities
100 Mile Mishawaka Riverwalk
Club
Do you have what it takes to log 100 on-foot
miles on our Riverwalk this summer? Log your
miles from May 15th – August 31st. The miles
must be logged on the Riverwalk. Once you
reach 100 miles, turn in your log sheet to the
Parks Department for your FREE 100 Mile Club
t-shirt. The shirt is sponsored by Fleet Feet of
Mishawaka.
Dates: May 15th – August 31st
Cost: Free
Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
Summer Concert Series
Join the Mishawaka Parks Department for
our annual Summer Concert Series! We will
have Monday Concerts at the Battell Park
Bandshell, 7:00-8:00 pm, Wednesday Concerts
at the Ball Band Biergarten, 6:30-8:00 pm, and
Thursday evening Concerts at Central Park,
6:00-8:00 pm! All concerts are FREE to attend,
family-friendly, and feature local artists. If you
are interested in performing, please contact
the Parks Department!
Date: May 31st – August 23rd
Cost: Free
Location: Battell Park | Ball Band
Biergarten | Central Park
Ball Band Biergarten
Join us at the Ball Band Biergarten for
a variety of events and programs – from
Happier Hours to comedy nights, we will have
something fun for everyone! Keep an eye on
the Parks Facebook page @MishawakaParks
for updates and a detailed schedule.
Date: June – October
Cost: Varies by Event
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
FREE Fitness & Health Classes
at Central Park
Come join us as we explore new fitness and
health initiatives. Classes are free to attend.
The schedule will be posted at the park and
on our Facebook page. Classes will be Monday
and Tuesday evenings at the Central Park
Stage. Interested in teaching? Reach out to
Brittni Gendron at bgendron@mishawaka.
in.gov.
Dates: June – August
Cost: Free
Location: Central Park
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Farmer’s Market Sunday Farmer’s Market at Ironworks Plaza Come down to Ironworks Plaza and get a taste of home grown. We are excited for year three of our Market. We will have produce, baked goods, and homemade crafts. The market runs from 11:00 am-3:00 pm on Sundays, rain or shine. Be sure to follow the market on Facebook @mishawakafarmersmarket. Interested in being a vendor? Contact Brittni Gendron at bgendron@mishawaka.in.gov. Dates: Sunday, May 16th – September 26th Time: 11:00 am-3:00 pm Location: Ironworks Plaza 230 Ironworks Ave., Mishawaka 8 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Mishawaka Parks Foundation
Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Foundation
We are excited to introduce the Mishawaka Parks & Recreation
Foundation. If you are up for expanding on the positive
momentum in our community, we have two small projects you
can be a part of. These projects are a catalyst to the work the
Parks Foundation will continue to do in support of the Mishawaka
Parks & Recreation Department. The long-term goal of the Parks
Foundation is to support the development of neighborhood parks
through grants, amenity-specific fundraising campaigns, and
individual community support.
We will be adding a Hammock Station at Hums Park and a Skate
Park in a Cart for special events to the list of unique amenities
offered to Mishawaka residents.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram.com/mishawakaparksfoundation
Facebook.com/MishawakaParksFoundation
Engaging the community to benefit Mishawaka Parks
and Recreation in order to further the charitable
and educational programs and projects of the city.
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Special Events
Mother Son Skate Date Easter Egg Hunt
Enjoy an evening of skating, light refreshments, music Join the Mishawaka Parks Department and Crossroads
and quality time with your son. This is open to boys 4-12 Community Church at Central Park to celebrate Easter
years old, escorted by an adult family member. with our annual Easter Egg Hunt. We will feature a kid’s
helicopter candy drop, Easter Bunny photo opportunity,
Date: February 19th and kid’s games and activities.
Cost: $35 per couple, $5/add’l son
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm Date: March 28th
Location: Merrifield Ice Rink Cost: Free
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Central Park
George Wilson Best Disc Doubles
Bring your own partner, best shot doubles, trophy only
tournament. Featuring open, amateur, recreation, junior
and co-ed divisions. Two rounds with lunch provided
between the rounds.
Dates: April 10th
Ages: All ages
Cost: $50/team, includes admission, lunch &
tournament disc or shirt
Times: Players Meeting: 8:30 am | Tee off Time:
8:45 am
Location: George Wilson Park
Daddy Daughter Skate Date
Enjoy an evening of skating, light refreshments, music
and quality time with your daughter. This is open to girls
4-12 years old, escorted by an adult family member.
Date: February 20th
Cost: $35 per couple, $5/add’l daughter
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Merrifield Ice Rink
Glow Dodgeball
Calling all 6th-12th grade dodgeball lovers for a night full
of smashing fun! Join in for some or all of our dodgeball
games hosted throughout the night. Don’t forget to
wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes! The event is
sponsored by Crossroads Community Church.
Date: March 5th
Grades: 6th to 12th
Cost: Free | Must register online
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
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Mother’s Day Bash Memorial Day Kids Dash
Join the Battell Community Center as we celebrate our We are incredibly excited to announce our third annual
wonderful mothers and all they do! We will have live Memorial Day Kids Dash! Thanks to the generosity of
entertainment, crafts and bonding activities for mothers ThisCounts, we are happy to offer another year of free
and their children to enjoy together. registration. Kids can join the Memorial Day Parade
with this unique, kid-friendly run along Mishawaka Ave.
Date: May 8th Kids will run either a 100, 200 or 300 yard dash; distance
Cost: Free varies by age group. Every pre-registered participant will
Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm receive a t-shirt and participation ribbon.
Location: Battell Community Center Registration ends May 14th
Date: May 31st
Kids to Parks Day Ages: 3 to 9
Along with the National Park Trust, we are excited for Cost: Free
a day to be out in the park celebrating and bringing Time: 8:00 am
awareness to our parks as part of this National event. Location: Battell Park
We invite you to enjoy a day at the park with the Parks
*Note: T-Shirt size and availability only guaranteed to
Department! We will have free games, kids’ activities,
and music. Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated at Hillis those that are pre-registered
Hans Park, one of our all-inclusive parks!
Date: May 15th
Cost: Free
Time: 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Location: Hillis Hans Park
Gibbard Bike Park Jams
Music, prizes, and good vibes! Bring your friends out for
these three FREE events at the Mary Gibbard Bike Park.
Prizes will be given to the best overall line, trick, transfer,
and highest air!
Date: June 5th | August 21st | October 16th
Cost: Free
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Location: Mary Gibbard Park
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Riverwalk Virtual 5K
Looking for a challenge? Interested in doing a 5K on your
own time? Sign up for our Virtual 5K race! You will have
one week to complete the 5K. Upon registration, you will
receive the route map and any information you need to
race. Submit your times to the Parks Department and
earn a medal for your achievement. Best time will win a
prize. Times must be submitted by June 30th.
Registration ends May 21st
Date: June 6th – June 12th
Cost: $10
Parks Open: 7:00 am-10:00 pm
Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day with us at our
fourth annual Independence Day Celebration! The day
will feature live music, kid’s games and activities, a family
fun run, food, arts and crafts, local business vendors, and
FIREWORKS! This is an event you won’t want to miss!
Date: July 3rd
Cost: Free
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Central Park
Stuff the Bus
Join the Mishawaka Parks Department and Crossroads
Community Church to help us Stuff the Bus! This event
gives community members a chance to donate school
supplies for local Mishawaka students who are in need.
You can help us by bringing school supplies to a bus
parked in the Battell Community Center parking lot. The
supplies collected will be distributed to the School City of
Mishawaka to help supplement supplies throughout the
year.
Date: July 8th
Cost: Free
Time: 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Location: Battell Center Parking Lot
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Community Yard Sale National Night Out
Our fourth annual (formerly known as Fam-Fam Sale) Join the Mishawaka Police Department and the
community sale is a lot like a garage or yard sale, but it’s Mishawaka Parks Department for National Night
specifically for parents who want to sell their gently used Out. National Night Out is an annual community-
kids’ stuff, such as toys, clothes, books, videos and baby focused campaign that promotes police-community
furniture – AND for parents who want to buy great stuff camaraderie.
for their children at a discounted price.
Dates: August 3rd
Date: July 10th Cost: Free
Cost: Booth Space, $30 Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
Time: 8:00 am-2:00 pm Location: Merrifield Park
Location: Battell Community Center
Dog Ice Cream
Splish, Splash, Mish! Social
Join Mishawaka Parks and Recreation for a day of water
Calling all dogs and
fun at Merrifield Park. We will have inflatables, sprinklers,
their humans! Join us
water attractions, and more! Come prepared with a
for a Dog Ice Cream
swimsuit or clothes you can get wet in. Registration is
Social at the Ball Band
day-of, and is CASH ONLY.
Biergarten. We will
Date: July 17th have ice cream for four-
Cost: $5/person, unlimited play legged pals and their
Time: 12:00-4:00 pm human friends. Learn
to make some safe ice
Location: Merrifield Park cream for your favorite
pooch. We will then do a
Chill with a Cop 1K walk on the Riverwalk.
Join your neighbors and the Mishawaka Police Dates: August 7th
Department for free popsicles and a conversation. The Cost: $5/pup &
event is sponsored by Kroger. human, $2/add’l
Date: July 28th human, $2/add’l pup
Cost: Free Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Time: 12:00-3:00 pm Location: Ball Band
Location: Central Park Biergarten
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 13Special Events Slide the Hill Slip-n-slide down “The Hills” at George Wilson Park on a giant foam and water slip-n-slide. Featuring a DJ, food and beverage vendors, and more! Dates: August 12th – August 14th Ages: All ages Cost: $5 Location: George Wilson Park Note: payment for Slide the Hill will be CASH ONLY. 14 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Special Events
Senior’s Night Out
Join us for an evening of music, food, and vendors
geared towards YOU! Leave the young rascals at home
and enjoy an evening in the park just for Seniors.
This event is focused on senior health, wellness, and
enjoyment.
Date: August 23rd
Cost: Free
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Battell Park
Glow in the Park
Celebrate the end of summer with a PARTY! Color lights,
fobble machines, foam parties, neon paint, and a live DJ
are all in store for our awesome NEW event.
Dates: August 27th
Cost: $5
Time: 8:00-10:00 pm
Location: Central Park
80’s Color Run 5K
Dress in your best 80’s attire and head down to Central
Park for the color run you won’t want to miss! This event
is all about living it up and having a blast! Prizes will be
given for the best dressed 80’s look. Registration comes
with t-shirt, sunglasses, and packet of color.
Registration ends August 20th
Date: September 18th
Cost: $20
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Central Park
*Note: Starting August 21st, late registration fees
take effect, $25. Late registration ends September
3rd. After late registration, you can register the
day of the event from 8:00-11:00 am.
*Note: T-shirt, sunglasses, and packet of color only
guaranteed for those who are pre-registered.
Flannel Formal Wags of Welcome
Join us for our third annual Flannel Formal! Get your Join Mishawaka Barks and Purrcreation as we celebrate
flannel on and come down to a flan-tastic-el event at national dog adoption month at Margaret Prickett Dog
the Ball Band Biergarten! We will have a best dressed Park and Marina. We are excited to participate with a
“Lumber Jack” and “Lumber Jane” contest, music, a dog adoption event! Come adopt your future fur-ever
bonfire, and flannel-inspired activities. Tickets to the pal, get some information on local vet and pet services,
event include a commemorative mug. This is an event and help us to contribute to this paw-some cause!
you won’t want to miss!
Date: October 2nd
Date: October 1st Cost: Varies by adoption
Cost: $5 Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Time: 5:00-10:00 pm Location: Margarett Prickett Park
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
*Mugs are only guaranteed to those that are pre-
registered. Mugs will be handed out while supplies last
at the event.
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Monster Dash & Dance!
Join Mishawaka Parks and Recreation for our first ever
Monster Dash and Dance! We are excited for this fun
run to celebrate the fall season. Participants will run
the length of Ironworks Ave. dressed in their spooky
best. At the end of the run, participants will receive a
small pumpkin to decorate and a cup of hot chocolate.
Children must be pre-registered to participate in the
event. After the run, we will have music playing over our
sound system and an open grass space for the kids to
space out and dance out to some monster boggie tunes.
Food will be available for purchase as well.
Date: October 8th
Ages: 3 to 9
Cost: $5
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
Halloween Spooktacular Table-or-
Treat (Trunk-or-Treat)
Come trick-or-treat with us and local businesses
along the Mishawaka Riverwalk. There will be music,
inflatables, pumpkins and of course candy, lots and
lots of candy. Businesses interested in hosting a table
and passing out candy, please contact Clare Kopec at
ckopec@mishawaka.in.gov.
Date: October 23rd
Ages: All are welcome
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
Holiday Craft Fair
It’s the one stop shop for your holiday shopping and
decoration needs, held in the Battell Community
Center Gym. This event will include artisans, music,
food, homemade concessions, door prizes and a
raffle. Handcrafted items include pottery, metalwork,
woodwork, fabrics, jewelry and more! Free children’s area
to include crafts and Santa!
Date: November 20th
Cost: Booth Space, $40
Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
Mishawaka Tree Lighting
Celebrate the start of the Holiday Season at our annual
Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy hot chocolate, pictures
with Santa, live music – and the official first lighting of
our tree!
Date: December 3rd
Cost: Free
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Ironworks Plaza
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Winterfest Holiday Fun Night
Join us to celebrate the holiday season for our annual Battell Community Center is hosting its fifth annual
Winterfest celebration at Merrifield Park! The event holiday fun night! Toys for Tots and a visit from Saint
features free ice skating, hot cocoa, visits with Santa, a Nick will kick off the event where you can donate a new
bonfire, horse-drawn carriage rides and more! unwrapped toy and get a picture with Santa.
Date: December 4th Date: December 11th
Cost: Free Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Location: Merrifield Park | Merrifield Ice Rink Location: Battell Community Center
*Note: Children must be accompanied by a parent/
guardian. Food and drink are not allowed in the
theater.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 17Adventure Day Camp – Lil’ Explorers
Looking for some summer fun? Our summer day camp provides a safe and nurturing
environment where children have fun, make new friends and explore new activities!
All camp activities are created around exciting weekly themes with an emphasis
on building confidence, self-reliance, and problem solving skills.
Sign up today for the Mishawaka Park’s Department Adventure Day Camp!
Lil’ Explorers
The Lil Explorers Adventure Day Camp will be held at the Battell Community Center for children ages 4-6 years
old. Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy guests, walking and non-walking field trips, and movie days! Lil
Explorers’ lunches will be provided on Fridays. Camp will make daily trips to Central Park (weather dependent).
Date: June 7th – August 6th
Ages: 4 to 6
Registration fee (one-time fee): $25/child
Weekly cost: $110
Times: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
AM Care: 7:00-8:00 am $10 | PM Care: 3:00-5:30 pm $20 | AM/PM Care Combined: $25
Location: Battell Community Center
*Note: Registration closes the Wednesday before each week of camp starts.
Week 1: Time Machine — 6/7-6/11 Week 3: Super Heroes — 6/21-6/25
Take a step through the time machine and UP, UP, & AWAY! Time to save the day at this
explore different time periods throughout history. Super Hero Camp. Have fun with your favorite
Kids are welcome and encouraged to come superheroes and spend time learning about
dressed up for each “time period” – an email will our hometown everyday heroes. We are excited
be sent in advance with themed days. to partner with the Mishawaka Police and
Mishawaka Fire Departments for the week. Kids
Week 2: Bug Life — 6/14-6/18 will get to know their local first responders and
learn about what it’s like to be a police officer
Come explore the great outdoors from a bug’s
or firefighter. On Friday, we will have a big
eye view! Campers will crawl, slide, and hop their
event with our Local Heroes! Lil’ Explorers will
way through fun games and craft activities each
be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the
day. We will take a trip to Potato Creek State Park
Merrifield Pool.
this week.
Week 4: Stars & Stripes — 6/28-7/2
Campers will celebrate a patriotic 4th of July
extravaganza! Kids can dress in red, white and
blue and celebrate with a picnic-style games,
crafts and more.
Week 5: Welcome to the Jungle —
7/6-7/9, No Camp 7/5
Lions and tigers and snakes! Oh my! We will
explore the sights and sounds of the jungle with
drama, games and crafts. Get ready to have
a roaring good time! The Zoo to You program
through Potawatomi Zoo will be out to visit the
campers this week. Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle
Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
18 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationWeek 6:
Under the Big Top —
7/12-7/16
Welcome to the Greatest
Show on Earth! Campers
will have fun and laugh as
they explore carnival games
and food while learning
about the traditions of the
Circus!
Week 7:
Treasure Hunt —
7/19-7/23
Join us this week as we
learn how to follow a
compass, draw a map,
interpret a sun dial and
create scavenger hunts to
find buried treasure. Lil’
Explorers will be at Castle
Manor on Friday, with a visit
to the Merrifield Pool.
Week 8:
Color Me Happy —
7/26-7/30
Get ready for a colorful
week! Explore how color
works through science
experiments, works of art
and colorful games. Be
prepared for all kind of ways
to have fun with the colors
of the rainbow.
Week 9:
Build it! — 8/2-8/6
Build, create, destroy!
Future engineers and
architects learn the science
of building big and small.
Campers will use a variety
of materials to design and
build their own structures.
Lil’ Explorers will be at
Castle Manor on Friday,
with a visit to the Merrifield
Pool.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 19Adventure Day Camp – Explorers
Explorers Week 3: Hometown Heroes — 6/21-6/25
This week is focused on learning about our local hometown
The Explorers camp will be held at
Castle Manor for children ages 6-12 heroes. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes; even the
years old. Each themed week will smallest gesture can make a great impact! We are excited
feature crafts, activities, and fun! to partner with the Mishawaka Police and Mishawaka Fire
Campers will have the opportunity to Departments for the week. Kids will get to know their local
enjoy special guests, field trips, and first responders and learn about what it’s like to be a police
movie days! Explorers’ lunches will officer or firefighter. On Friday, we will have a big event
be provided for them Monday-Friday. with our Local Heroes!
Camp will make daily trips to the pool
(weather dependent). Week 4: Party in the USA — 6/28-7/2
Date: June 7th – August 6th We will be celebrating Independence Day with food, water
Ages: 6 to 12 fun, games and contests. Be sure to show your patriotic red,
Registration fee (one-time fee): $25/ white, and blue spirit all week!
child
Weekly cost: $110
Times: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Week 5: Global Passport — 7/6-7/9
AM Care: 7:00-8:00 am $10 | PM (No Camp 7/5)
Care: 3:00-5:30 pm $20 | AM/PM Care Calling all travelers! Grab your passport and join us as we
Combined: $25 travel to the seven continents and explore some of the
Late Registration Fee: $20 world’s biggest travel destinations.
Location: Merrifield Park
*Note: Registration closes the Wednesday
before each week of camp starts.
Week 1: Knights of the Round
Table — 6/7-6/11
Travel back in time to Medieval
Europe to the time of the knights of
the round table, where leadership
was taught and learned. Are you
a court jester, quick with a quip or
perhaps a dashing and daring knight?
We will build catapults to defend
Castle Manor, create family crests,
sing songs, build shields and go on a
quest.
Week 2: Young
Environmentalist — 6/14-6/18
After months of being inside, let your
kids go WILD with adventure at camp.
Campers will have the opportunity
to learn about our local ecosystems
and how they can reduce, reuse, and
recycle to protect the environment.
On Friday, we will take a trip to Potato
Creek State Park.
20 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationWeek 6: Carnival — 7/12-7/16
Step right up! Step right up! Come have
fun at the Adventure Day Camp Carnival.
We will have fun making popular carnival
food and playing carnival games.
Week 7: Mission Impossible —
7/19-7/23
Have you ever wanted to be a spy?
Learn how to read secret code, dust for
fingerprints, find a perfect hiding spot,
and make a secret badge. Help solve a
mystery on Friday as we figure out who’s
responsible for kidnapping the Camp
Director. Bring your spy gear and be
ready to find some clues!
Week 8: Color Craze — 7/26-7/30
Get ready for a colorful week! This is one
of our favorite weeks at camp with a little
bit of mess, a pinch of color, and a whole
lot of fun! Be prepared for all kinds of
ways to get covered in camp’s favorite
colors. Whether it’s paint tag or flying
colored powder, this is a week you won’t
soon forget!
Week 9: Shark Tank — 8/2-8/6
Can you imagine what Mishawaka will
look like in 2050? Be inspired to design
the park of your dreams and pitch it to a
panel of judges in our Shark Tank.
Field Trips
Field trips will be $10/camper and are
TBD.
Fall Day Camp
Unplug from school during fall break and
join us for a day of fun at Merrifield Park!
We will play games, do crafts, and enjoy the
colorful leaves and fresh fall air along the
St. Joseph River.
Date: TBD by School City of
Mishawaka’s Fall Break Dates
Ages: 5 to 12
Daily cost: $40
Times: 8:00 am-5:30 pm
Location: Merrifield Park
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 21Merrifield Complex – Pool
One of the most popular features at the Merrifield Complex is our olympic-sized pool. The pool offers
a safe, supervised and healthy environment for the members of our community. Among its many
amenities is a 180-foot water slide, two diving boards, water basketball, and a concession stand. Not
comfortable with the water yet, or want to learn new strokes? Check out our learn-to-swim program!
Merrifield Pool Birthday Party Package
Opening June 5th | Closing August 8th Our birthday party package includes a fenced in area
with three picnic tables. Outside food and drinks are
allowed in that area; however, no alcohol is permitted.
Open Public Hours Decorations are permitted for any occasion.
Water Aerobics (Mon., Wed., Thu.)........8:00-9:00 am Base Rate........................................................................... $50.00
Lap Swim (Monday-Friday)............. 11:00 am-12:00 pm Entry Fee (per person)................................................... $2.00
Lap Swim (Saturday-Sunday)...........11:00 am-1:00 pm
Open Swim (Monday-Friday).............. 12:00-4:00 pm | Swim Lessons
6:00-9:00 pm
Open Swim (Saturday-Sunday).............. 1:00-8:00 pm Parent/Child Class
*Please note: the pool will close to the General Public at 6 months to 2 years old | The focus of the parent/child
class is on the child feeling comfortable in the water as
4:00 pm on July 4th.
well as learning safety skills under water.
Preschool – 3 to 5 years old
Extended Season Hours 3 to 5 years old | The focus of the preschool class is on
Lap Swim (Every day)...........................11:00 am-1:00 pm three skill levels that work on the beginning motions of
Open Swim (Saturday-Sunday).............. 1:00-8:00 pm movement in the water as well as safety techniques.
Learn to Swim – 5+ years old
Daily Admission Rates 5+ years old | The focus of the Learn to Swim class is on
six levels that teach basic movement to advanced stroke
Toddler (2 to 4).................................................................... $1.00 techniques.
Child (5 to 17).......................................................................$4.00
Adult (18 to 61).................................................................... $5.00
Senior (62+)..........................................................................$4.00
Learn to Swim
Family (Monday-Friday)...............................................$12.00 Merrifield Pool offers American Red Cross Learn to Swim
lessons. We follow their curriculum for eight lessons per
Re-Entry (6:00-9:00 pm)............................................... $2.00 session. We keep our class sizes to five students to one
Group Rate (10+ people)............................................... $2.50 instructor.
Supervisor (1 required per every 10 people)......$4.00
Lap Swim.............................................................................. $3.00 Session 1: June 7th – June 17th
Lap Swim Punch Card (12 entries)....................... $30.00 Session 2: June 28th – July 9th
Spectator Rate................................................................... $2.00 Session 3: July 19th – July 30th
Pool Rental.......................................................................$100/hr Cost: $35/session
Water Aerobics..................................................................$4.00
Water Aerobics Punch Pass (12 entries)...........$40.00 Time:
Session 1: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
10:45 am | Preschool – 10:00-10:30 am | Parent/
Season Passes Child – 5:30-6:00 pm
Youth Resident (5 to 17)............................................. $65.00 Session 2: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
Youth Non-Resident (5 to 17)................................ $100.00 10:45 am & 5:30-6:15 pm | Preschool – 10:00-10:30
Adult Resident (18 to 61)............................................ $70.00 am & 5:30-6:15 pm
Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61)................................$105.00 Session 3: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
Senior Resident (62+)...................................................$55.00 10:45 am | Preschool – 10:00-10:30 am | Parent/
Senior Non-Resident (62+)....................................... $90.00 Child – 10:30-11:00 am
Family Resident............................................................$125.00 Lessons meet Monday-Friday, equaling 8 lessons per
Family Non-Resident.................................................$185.00 session. The first day of each session is to divide the
participant by skill level. The last Friday of each lesson
will be a family swim that allows the participant to
show off the new skills they’ve learned.
22 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationPool is located at 1000 E. Mishawaka Ave. For more info (574) 258-1665
BWW Meet with Indiana Swimming 21 & Over Beach Bash
Concord Swim Club is hosting their annual 3-day swim It’s our third annual 21+ Beach Bash! Join us for a night
meet for multiple completive swimming clubs from of swimming with drinks. The first 100 to enter will
around Indiana at Merrifield Pool. receive a Beach Bash cup. Note: Only clear bags will be
Dates: May 28th-May 30th permitted into the facility. *Remember to bring a valid
ID.
Date: July 10th
Neon Glow Swim Cost: $10
Come and enjoy a night of swimming, bring the family, Times: 8:00-11:30 pm
friends and your favorite neon apparel for a great
night!
Dive-In Movie
Date: June 12th | July 24th
Cost: Standard admission rates Come enjoy a night of swimming while we show a
movie on our large inflatable screen pool side. Movie
Times: 8:30-11:00 pm
will be announced at a later date.
*Note: Season Passes are not permitted
Date: August 6th
Cost: Standard admission fee
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Time: Dusk
We will be joining the international movement to help
our community learn water safety. All ages will learn
life-saving skills to prevent drowning.
Back to School
Date: TBD Children ages 5 to 12 years old can dive for tokens in the
pool, and trade them in for school supplies.
Cost: Standard admission rates
Times: TBD Date: August 7th
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: Standard admission fee
Adult Movie Night {NEW} Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
We will be showing a movie for adults only. Feel free to
bring inflatables to float around in while the movie is
played.
Pooch Plunge
Date: June 19th Bring your pooches out for a dip in the pool as the
Ages: 18+ season closes! Must have one adult per pooch. Number
of dogs will be limited to 50.
Cost: Standard admission fee
Time: Dusk Date: August 30th
Cost: $10 | $3 per additional person
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Inflatable Friday {NEW}
We will have some inflatable fun in the grass area *Note: Season Passes are not permitted for any special
by the pool. Kids ages 5 to 12 are able to purchase a events.
wristband in addition to pool admission for unlimited *Note: Fees & charges are subject to change without
play on the inflatables. prior notice
Date: June 25th | July 16th
Ages: 5 to 12 **We request that groups contact us before coming
Cost: Standard admission fee to public swim sessions to help prepare for the larger
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm number of patrons. Group forms are required ahead of
time. Please contact us to obtain a copy of the form.
Cardboard Boat Regatta **Private rentals are required to fill out a Rental
Build a boat out of cardboard and duct tape, then Agreement and must pay to hold date and time frame
come race for prizes. There will be different categories of rental. Please contact us to obtain a copy of rental
to enter, and be judged like best decorated and best agreement.
original design. Teams are responsible for all of their
own supplies.
Date: June 26th | July 24th
Cost: $5
Time: 10:00 am
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 23Merrifield Complex – Ice Rink As the weather gets cooler, please join us at the Merrifield Complex’s collegiate-size ice rink! Our amenities include a warming room, concession stand, and a wood-burning stove. We look forward to seeing you on the ice! Winterfest December 4th Merrifield Complex Ice Rink Opening December 5th Open Public Hours Friday (Family Night).....................................5:00-9:00 pm Saturday-Sunday..........12:00-4:00 pm | 5:00-9:00 pm Winter Break Hours Monday-Sunday............12:00-4:00 pm | 5:00-9:00 pm *Please note: The rink will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day Daily Admission Rates Toddler (0 to 4)...................................................................FREE Child (5 to 17).......................................................................$3.00 Adult (18 to 61)................................................................... $4.00 Senior (62+).......................................................................... $3.50 Friday Family Night....................................................... $15.00 Re-Entry (5:00-9:00 pm)...............................................$2.00 Group Rate (10+ people)...............................................$2.00 Field Trip.................................................................................$1.00 Skate Rental........................................................................$2.00 Rink Rental.......................................................................$110/hr Season Passes Youth Resident (5 to 17).............................................$50.00 Youth Non-Resident (5 to 17)..................................$65.00 Adult Resident (18 to 61)............................................ $52.00 Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61).................................$68.00 Senior Resident (62+)..................................................$47.00 Senior Non-Resident (62+).......................................$62.00 Family Resident.............................................................$80.00 Family Non-Resident..................................................$95.00 *Season Passes include admission and skate rental 24 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Ice Rink is located at 1000 E. Mishawaka Ave. For more info (574) 258-1665
Winter Break Hours
Monday-Sunday................................................12:00-4:00 pm | 5:00-9:00 pm
*Please note: The rink will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and
New Year’s Day
DJ Night
Our live DJ will be back to play the best hits and your favorites while you skate
around the outdoor rink.
Date: TBD
Cost: Standard admission fee
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Valentine’s Skate
Come out after dinner for our annual Couples Skate! We will have a live DJ to help
serenade you as you glide around the ice. Admission fee includes, skate rental,
popcorn and a snack.
Date: February 14th
Cost: $10.00/couple
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
*Note: Season Passes are not permitted for any special events.
*Note: Fees & charges are subject to change without prior notice.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 25Eberhart-Petro Municipal Golf Course
Season Pass Fees Daily Fees
Junior Resident (7 to 22 with Toddler (0 to 6)..................................................................FREE
valid College I.D.)..........................................................$130.00 Junior (Monday-Friday | 9 or 18 holes |
7 to 17)...................................................................................$13.00
Junior Non-Resident (7 to 22 with Adult (Monday-Friday | 9 holes | 18 to 61)...........$13.00
valid College I.D)...........................................................$180.00 Adult (Monday-Friday | 18 holes | 18 to 61).........$19.00
Adult Resident (18 to 61).........................................$445.00 Senior (Monday-Friday |
9 or 18 holes | 62+)...........................................................$13.00
Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61).............................. $595.00 Twilight (9 or 18 holes | after 4:00 pm)................$10.00
9 Holes Only (all ages).................................................$13.00
Adult Couple Resident (18 to 61)........................ $525.00
Weekend/Holiday (9 or 18 holes |
Adult Couple Non-Resident (18 to 61).............$705.00 all ages)...............................................................................$22.00
League Fees (9 or 18 holes).......................................$13.00
Family Resident (those claimed on
Weekend (9 or 18 holes | after 12:00 pm)...........$10.00
Federal 1040)................................................................ $575.00
Family Non-Resident (those claimed on Miscellaneous Fees
Federal 1040)................................................................ $735.00 Cart (9 holes)...................................................................... $9.00
Senior Resident (62+ and fully retired)........... $350.00 Cart (18 holes)...................................................................$18.00
Senior Non-Resident (62+ and
Fall Special
fully retired)....................................................................$500.00
18 holes (with half cart)..............................................$30.00
Senior Couple Resident (62+ and 18 holes (walk)..................................................................$12.00
fully retired).................................................................... $395.00 Pull Cart (9 holes)............................................................ $2.00
Senior Couple Non-Resident Pull Cart (18 holes)...........................................................$3.00
(62+ and fully retired)................................................ $575.00 Outing Rate (per person,
including cart).................................................................$30.00
26 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationFor over 85 years, Eberhart-Petro Municipal Golf Course has served the City of Mishawaka and
surrounding areas with a fantastic golf course. First opened in 1929 with the first nine holes on
the south side of the St. Joseph River then expanding to 18 holes in 1949, which includes four
river crossings. This may be the most well-manicured municipal golf course you will ever play,
and probably the toughest 6,000 yard, par-70 golf course in the Midwest. Built on only 89 acres,
Eberhart-Petro will challenge every level of golfer from beginner to the most-seasoned player.
We invite you to come experience one of Mishawaka’s finest assets – Eberhart-Petro Municipal
Golf Course.
Summer Programs
June & July – Summer JR Golf Club All Season – Golf Outings
Wednesday mornings, this junior program is a much Eberhart-Petro is home to multiple Golf Outings
more detailed and in-depth learning process into the throughout the season; please check with the Pro Shop
game of golf, for kids wanting to expand their games for more details. This is the ultimate outing golf course!
in all facets of the game. It also covers the relation to life With a beautiful river setting and pristine conditions, the
skills and how golf is a reflection and teaching of these course provides an excellent back drop for your company
life skills. It is a seven-week session, every Wednesday or organization. With that being said, book your outing
morning in June and July, usually starting at 8:00 am, with us and show your customers a wonderful day on
and lasting about an hour in each session, with a cost of this age-old golf course to be enjoyed by everyone.
$85.00 per child for the whole summer.
Dates: June 9th – July 28th *Fees and charges are subject to change without
prior notice.
July – Mishawaka Men’s Metro
Dates: July 2nd – July 4th Eberhart-Petro Municipal Golf Course is located at
801 N. State St. For more info (574) 255-5508.
July – Garbage Open
This is the flagship junior golf tournament that put
Eberhart-Petro on the golfing map over 65 years ago.
It has been, and will always be, a FREE tournament for
the kids, with food and drinks following the event. For
generations of golfers in Mishawaka, when they think of
Eberhart, they think of the Garbage Open.
Date: July 7th
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 27George Wilson Park
Named for a Mishawaka High School athletic coach in the 1950s-1960s, the park features 54.3 acres of
rolling hills, lush tall trees, a playground and scenic views of Mishawaka and South Bend. In 1990, a disc
golf course was installed, which hosted the 1996 PDGA Disc Golf World Championships and continues
to host several disc golf tournaments throughout the year. The park also hosts excellent snow tubing
hills for the winter months, its signature 55’ teepee-like windbreak structure overlooks the park, while
providing shelter from the bitter cold winter weather. The warming room shelter features a gas fireplace,
concession items and restrooms. Visit George Wilson Park and get back in touch with nature today!
Tubing Hill
Hours of Operation: 10:00 am-8:00 pm
November through March, daily (weather
pending)
Daily Admission Rates
Admission............................................................................. $3.00
Group Rate............................................................................ $1.00
Tube Rental......................................................................... $2.00
*Group fee is per person; must have 10 or more people,
with a supervisor, for every 10 children.
NO SLEDS, SNOWBOARDS OR TOBOGGANS ARE
ALLOWED. INFLATABLE TUBES ONLY!
Taking a Group to the Hill?
Groups are always welcome at the park; however, in
order to ensure safety, we ask those wishing to bring
groups contact the Park Office regarding the intended
date. This will assist us in properly staffing your event for
the day.
Disc Golf
Hours of Operation: Sunrise to Sunset
January through December, daily (weather
pending)
Daily Admission Rates
Admission............................................................................. $3.00
Group Rate............................................................................ $1.00
Miscellaneous Fees
Disc Purchase.................................................... $8.00-$20.00
Disc Golf Tournament (Park Rental)............... $200.00
Season Passes
General Park Information Youth (up to 16)............................................................... $20.00
Adult (17+)..........................................................................$40.00
Location: 2605 S. Clover Rd.
(1 mile west of Indiana 331 on Dragoon Trail) ALL DOGS MUST BE HELD ON A LEASH AND WASTE
Admission Hut: (574) 258-1707 DISPOSED OF PROPERLY! PLEASE RESPECT THE
*Fees and charges are subject to change COURSE AND ALL PARK VISITORS.
without prior notice.
28 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationHealth and Fitness
Adult Fitness Youth Fitness
Battell Community Center Youth Dance
Fitness Room Join our Facebook Group, “Battell Center Dance” to see
important class information, announcements & more!
Check out our new and improved Fitness Room on the For registration, please visit www.mishawaka.in.gov/
first floor! The Fitness Room offers treadmills, ellipticals, parksandrecreation to register for classes.
and several recumbent machines. To sign up, come
to the Park Office in the Battell Center for registration Classes offered:
forms. Pre-Ballet – ages 3 to 4 years old
Hours of Operation: Ballet I – ages 5 to 7 years old
Monday – Thursday...............................8:00 am-9:00 pm Ballet II – ages 7 to 9 years old
Friday.............................................................8:00 am-5:00 pm Company – ages 10+ | By Instructor approval ONLY
Ages: 18+
Cost: Dance Attire
Resident $10/month | Non-Resident $15/month Pre-Ballet, Ballet I, Ballet II: Pink or white ballet leotard,
pink or white tights, pink or white ballet shoes (not
slippers), and any tutu or skirt that can be danced in.
Middle Eastern Dance
Company classes: Black leotard, pink or white tights, tutu
Fitness and fun for all ages! Classes run January through
December. For cost and information, contact Ruby at or skirt, pink or white ballet shoes.
(574) 315-1915. Tuition: $50 dancer
Level 1: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm *Mandatory $15-$20 costume fee that will be accepted
Level 2: Wednesday, 7:15-8:15 pm during the semester. Sibling discount offered for the
Level 3: Monday, 6:00-7:30 pm costume fee, but NOT for tuition.
*Level 1 is for beginners, level 2 is for intermediate and
advanced belly dancers, level 3 must be approved by Specialty Class Series
instructor to attend. A new Specialty Class Series will begin in January where
instructors will offer one semester of styles of dance
like Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical and more. Look for more
information on Specialty classes on the Battell Center
Dance Facebook page.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 29Battell Community Center – Classes
I Speak Spanish!
Battell Community Center hosts many recreatio
Spanish for Kids
Expand your child’s world! Introduce your child to the Activities are offered free to p
Spanish language in this Spanish immersion class For more information, contact th
developed especially for very young learners. Children
will be immersed in the Spanish language through fun
and educational activities and music. New and exciting
material each session! Taught by a Language in Action,
Inc. instructor. Scholarships available. Vamonos Spanish Club
Dates: Session II: Wednesday, March 3rd – April
for Kids
7th | Session III: Wednesday, April 14th – May 19th Learning a second language can open a world of
possibilities for your child. In this fun class students will
Ages: 3 to Kindergarten
learn Spanish conversation and some Spanish grammar,
Cost: $70 reading, and writing skills through interactive and
Times: 5:00-5:45 pm engaging activities. New and exciting material each
session! Taught by a Language in Action, Inc. instructor.
Zoom Spanish Classes for Kids – Live Scholarships available.
Join us right from your living room as we explore Dates:
new cultures and learn the Spanish language via the Session II: Wednesday, March 3rd – April 7th |
interactive Zoom platform! Younger children will learn Session III: Wednesday, April 14th – May 19th
conversational Spanish through fun and interactive Ages: 6 to 11
activities and music while older children will also learn
some Spanish phonetics to begin reading and writing
Cost: $70
Spanish. Taught live by a Language in Action, Inc. Times: 6:00-6:45 pm
instructor. Zoom login information will be emailed to the
participants before the first class. Scholarships available.
I Speak Spanish
Dates: Session II-A: Thursday, February 25th – April
1st | Session III-A: Thursday, April 8th – May 13th
Ages: 3 to 6
Cost: $70
Times: 9:30-10:15 am
Dates:
Session II-B: Tuesday, February 23rd – March 30th
Session III-B: Tuesday, April 6th – May 11th
Ages: 3 to 6
Cost: $70
Times: 4:30-5:15 pm
Vamonos Youth Spanish
Dates: Session II-A: Thursday, February 25th – April
1st | Session III-A: Thursday, April 8th – May 13th
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $70
Times: 10:30-11:15 am
Dates: Session II-B: Monday, March 8th – April 12th
Session III-B: Monday, April 19th – May 24th
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $70
Times: 5:30-6:15 pm
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