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C R Y S T A L
R E C R E A T I O N
ACCUMULATION
OF FUN!
Turn Over For The Crystal ConnecƟon City NewsleƩer
Director’s Message
While winter weather in Crystal can be challenging, we predict there will be something in
this brochure that will interest you. The largest sledding hill in the area is at Valley Place
Park, where there is a 100% chance of great runs, and the newly remodeled warming
house will help get the chill out. There will also be a blizzard of activity at North Lions Park,
where there is a sledding hill, as well as a new hockey rink and free skate area. A flurry of
programs are planned this winter as well, including the popular Donut Make You Wonder
programs and Winter Break Challenge.
We invite you to make tracks to a park or one of the many fun programs offered here. Our
goal is to provide a quality recreation experience for you and your family; and all people
who live, work or visit the City of Crystal. Winter is a great time to bundle up and enjoy all
that the season has to offer in Crystal.
Sincerely, John Elholm, Recreation Director
Recreation Office Hours
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Inside This Issue
Office Closed Welcome 2-3
Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday and Friday
Skating/Warming House 4
Welcome
Nov. 25 and 26
Christmas Day Eve Friday, Dec. 24 Special Events 5-7
New Year’s Day Eve Friday, Dec. 31
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, Jan. 17
Preschool Activities 8-9
Presidents Day Monday, Feb. 21 Youth Activities/Sports 10-16
Contact Numbers Adult Activities 17-21
Recreation Office 763-531-0052
Community Center 763-531-1174 55+ Activities 22-23
Rentals
Community Center Rentals 24
Park Maintenance 763-531-1158
City Hall 753-531-1000 Meet Me at the Park 25-27
MN Hearing Impaired 711 28
Relay Service Registration
Website www.crystalmn.gov
Recreation Staff Members
John Elholm Recreation Director Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Scott Berggren Recreation Services Jesse McCaffrey, Chair Joyce Cooper
Manager
Tony Sumnicht, Vice Chair Forest Eidbo
Lei-Lani Fischer Recreation Supervisor
Shaz Ahmadi, Secretary Lynn Haney
Stacy Chouinard Recreation Supervisor
Dave Anderson Erin Kolb
Jason Minnick Facility Manager
David Cummings, Council Liaison
Dan Mueller Guest Services Coordinator
Carol Oyaas Administrative Assistant
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Make a Difference and Volunteer
• Community Events: The Recreation Department hosts a variety of events throughout the
year and welcomes volunteers to help with those events.
• Adopt-a-Park: Sign-up as an individual or a group to adopt one of
Crystal’s 26 parks.
• Youth Coaching: No coaching experience required. Coach youth
basketball with one game and one practice each week.
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Supervised Rinks
with Warming Houses
Skating rinks are scheduled to be open from Saturday,
Dec. 18 through Monday, Feb. 21 (as long as weather and
COVID-19 restrictions allow).
Supervised Rinks Locations
The recreation department maintains and supervises
Skating Rinks/Warming House
heated warming houses at the follow locations.
Becker Park 5530 Douglas Dr. N.
North Lions Park 6100 Louisiana Ave. N.
Valley Place Park 6822 32nd Ave. N.
Welcome Park 5598 46th Ave. N. Sledding Hills
Warming House Hours Grab your sled or tube and head to the legendary hill at
Warming houses may close up to one hour early due to Valley Place Park or check out the hill at North Lions Park.
lack of attendance. Shelter buildings and rinks may close The sledding hills are lit until 10 p.m. Sliders assume full
in extreme warm or cold weather. risk and responsibility
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Monday – Friday 4:30 – 8 p.m.
Saturday 12 – 8 p.m.
Sunday 12 – 6 p.m.
Holiday and Non-school Hours
Dec. 24 – 25 Closed
Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 12 – 6 p.m.
Dec. 20 – 23, 27 – 30
Jan. 17, 24
Feb. 14, 21
12 – 8 p.m. Weather
Closings
During extreme cold or warm weather, rinks and shelter
buildings may close. Outdoor winter activities will be
closed or canceled if:
1. The air temperature is -10F or colder, per the National
Weather Service.
2. The wind chill index is -15F or colder, per the National
Weather Service.
3. Warm temperatures soften the ice, making rinks
unsafe for skating.
4. There is a snowfall of 2 inches or more, which could
delay cleaning rinks and opening warming houses.
Under these conditions, check to see if the rink is closed
before dropping off your children.
Call 763-531-1184 for rink closure information.
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The Crystal l Recreation
R i Department
D h ll
challenges
everyone in our community to spend 1,000 hours
outside in 2022. We have 26 Parks and Nature Areas,
plus countless programs and events to help you meet
These amazing deals are available for ONE DAY ONLY, this goal. If the average person can spend 1,200 hours
Cyber Monday, Nov. 29. per year watching TV then getting outside for 1,000
Online registrations at webtrac.crystalmn.gov. hours should be easy. Do on your own or register to
get a Time Tracker. Registered participants complete
Cyber Monday Deals Fee Activity # the challenge to for a chance win a 2023 Pool Pass.
2022 Pool Coupon Book $45/book W56201A1
Activity # Date Time Fee
Donut It Make You Wonder $6/person W45001D1
Special Events
3-talk Deal W61018A1 2022 1,000 hours Free
Family Fun Night $5/participant W61004A1 Location Outside
Preschool Play Group Time $50/date W08003
Zumba 3-Session Deal $81 W21501A4
Disney On
Ice Tickets
Purchase your
Disney on Ice
tickets at a
reduced cost.
CRYSTAL SPARKLES This show will
take you on
City-Wide Holiday Lights an adventure
through 14 of
the greatest
Whether decorating a house, yard or business, help Disney stories
brighten spirits by showcasing your holiday lights. The City ever told. Sing along with Olaf as he dreams of summer
of Crystal is encouraging residents or businesses to join and dance with Aladdin as he stays “one jump ahead”.
the Crystal Sparkles initiative and share their location with Share Forky’s wonder as he learns what it means to be
others. Maps of the displays will be made available online, a toy and forget your worries with Timon and Pumbaa.
at city hall and the community center. Dream big with the courageous Disney Princesses and
much more as you create new memories with your whole
All residential participants will be entered into a contest. family! We will notify you when your tickets are in. Note:
First place receives $100; second place receives $50. You must supply your own transportation. A group
Judging takes place on Sunday, Dec. 12. Winners are minimum of 15 must be reached. Register by Nov. 22.
recognized by the city council on Jan. 4. The West Metro
Fire Auxiliary and Light of Crystal sponsor this event. Activity # Date Time Fee
Activity # Deadline Fee Disney21 Dec. 11 11 a.m. $35 lower level
W61017A1 Thursday, Dec. 9 Free Location Excel Energy Center, 199 Kellogg Blvd.,
Location City of Crystal St. Paul
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Skate &
Movie
Families come to Open Skate and then
stay to watch “Space Jam 2” sponsored
by Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey
Association. Date Tuesday, Dec. 28 Fee
The movie will be shown on a jumbo Tuesday, Dec. 28 Open Skate 12-1:15 p.m. $4 at the door
screen in the north rink. Dress warm and Movie at 1:30 p.m. Free
bring a blanket for bleacher seating.
Location New Hope Arena, 4949 Louisiana Ave. N.
Concessions will be sold.
Family Fun Night
Special Events
Crystal
Winterlude
Families with kids ages 4 and
older beat the winter blues with
this great family event. Enjoy an
inflatable obstacle course and slide
provided by USA Inflatables. Carnival Games and BINGO
to win prizes. Plus, face painting and other interactive
It’s time to take a deep breath and help us celebrate activities. Concessions will be sold.
all that Crystal has to offer in the winter! This free
event features music and entertainment. Activities All children must be accompanied by an adult.
include: Ice Bocce, Sledding Contest, Kicksledding, Advance registration deadline is Feb. 28.
Skating, Snow Person Kits, Food Trucks, Performance
by Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue and more. Activity # Date Time Fee
W61004A1 Friday, March 4 6– $7/advance
Date Time Fee 8:30 p.m. $10/door
Saturday, Feb. 5 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Free Cyber Monday All day $5/person
Location Valley Place Park Dec. 2 online only
Location Crystal Community Center
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utdoor Adult/Child
Skills Outdoor Opportunities
with... PARK DISTRICT
SNOWSHOEING:
Enjoy a scenic
morning together on
FULL MOON WALK a guided snowshoe
Enjoy the Cold Moon and “see” adventure through
the park using all your senses. local trails. Youth
Find out how you and animals are ages 6-12 with adult,
adapted to survive in the dark. all ability levels
Dress for the weather and walking welcome. Snowshoes
on paved and unpaved trails. provided. If no snow,
Ages 6+. Register by Dec. 15. participants will take a hike. Register by Dec. 13.
Activity # Date Time Fee KICKSLEDDING:
Youth ages 6-12 with
Special Events
W61019A1 Saturday, 6-7:30 p.m. $5/per
Dec. 18 person adult have fun pushing,
Location Sochacki Park, gliding, zipping, and
3500 June Ave. N., Robbinsdale racing across the
ice. Equipment and
warm treat provided.
ANIMAL TRACKS Dress for the weather.
Search the park for clues
Register by Jan. 16.
about what animals live
around us. We’ll use
tracks, nests, feeding CURLING:
signs, and more to find Youth ages 5-11
the elusive creatures that enjoy an event
are around us all the time. Ages 5+. Register by Jan. 5. designed to
create special
Activity # Date Time Fee memories.
Features curling
W61019B1 Saturday, 1 – 2:30 p.m. $5 per (on condensed,
Jan. 8 person synthetic rinks) and a food certificate for the Three-
Location Sochacki Park, One-Six to eat. Register by Feb. 14
3500 June Ave. N., Robbinsdale
Activity # Date Time Fee
SNOWSHOE BASICS Snowshoeing Saturday, 10 – 11 :30 a.m. $12/
Tromp through the snowy W17029A1 Dec. 18 pair
park with friends and family.
Search for animal tracks, explore Location Brookview Golf Course, Golden Valley
hidden trails and frozen lakes Kicksledding Saturday, $12/
(weather permitting), and play W17029B1 Jan. 22 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. pair
games. Equipment provided. Group will hike if there is W17029B2 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
no snow. Ages 5+. Register by Feb. 20. W17029B3 11:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Activity # Date Time Fee Location Medly Park, Golden Valley
Curling Friday, 5:30 - 7 p.m. $30/
W61019 C1 Saturday, Feb. 26 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $5
W17029C1 Feb. 25 pair
Location Sochacki Park,
Location Brookview, Golden Valley
3500 June Ave. N., Robbinsdale
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Sprinkles Preschool
the Elf Play Group
This winter use our gym and
preschool play equipment to
coordinate your indoor playdate.
Equipment will be sanitized after
each use.
Activity # Date Available Time Fee
W08003 Wednesdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. $60/
Jan. 5 – March 16 date
Youth ages 3-9 join Sprinkles the Elf from the North Pole
Cyber Monday All day, online only $50/
for this holiday extravaganza. Enjoy a special Elf story
Deal Nov. 29 date
time, holiday sing along, Reindeer games and letter
writing to Santa Claus. Register by Dec 5. Location Crystal Community Center
Little Tigers
Preschool Activities
Activity # Date Time Fee
F09014 A1 Saturday, 10 – 10:45 a.m. $15/child
Dec. 11
Location Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy., Children ages 3-5 learn
Golden Valley basic self-defense
and martial arts while
developing coordination
and flexibility through
exercises and games. This
program promotes focus,
discipline and respect.
Instructor: Master Tom
Malone. Registration
Perfect for children ages 3-5 to get moving and learn the deadline one week before
fundamentals of many different sports along with hand-eye start date.
coordination, gross motor skills and cognitive development.
Session 1 & 2 register by Jan. 6. Session 3 & 4 register by Feb. 17. Activity # Date Time Fee
W09003A1 Tuesdays, 10 – $54
Activity # Date Time Fee Jan. 18 – Feb. 22 10:30 a.m.
W09001A1 Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. $59 Location New Hope Ice Area, 4949 Louisiana Ave. N.
Jan. 13 – Feb. 10
W09001B1 Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. $59 W09003A2 Tuesdays, 5:45 – $54
Jan. 13 – Feb. 10 Jan. 18 – Feb. 22 6:15 p.m.
W09001C1 Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. $59 W09003A3 Tuesdays, 5:45 – $54
Feb 24. – March 24 March 15 – April 26 6:15 p.m.
W09001D1 Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. $59 *no class March 29
Feb 24. – March 24
Location Davis Community Center, Golden Valley
Location Crystal Community Center
Activity # Date Time Fee
W09011A1 Tuesdays, Feb. 9:30-11:30 $44
15-March 1 a.m.
Location Crystal Community Center
Youth ages 3.5 – 6 will use their natural curiosity to explore physics, the
science of motion. Investigate force, friction, gravity, simple machines and much more with engaging activities
and experiments. Lego® and K’NEX® building systems will be used to enhance our learning. Register by Feb. 8.
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Animal T
Tr
racks
acks Mite
Mite’s N
Natur
ature
e Camp
Camp
Children ages 4 – 6 explore the outdoors and learn with hands-on activities and
games in this nature-focused experience. Learn about animals and the different
track patterns and shapes they make. Discover “clues” like animal tracks, homes and
other signs. Instruction
and equipment provided Activity # Date Time Fee by
Westwood Hills W09026A1 Friday, Feb. 25 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $12
Nature Center.
Register by Feb. 18. Location Westwood Hills Nature Center, St. Louis Park
CLASSES
Who
Preschool Activities
Glow in Stole the
the Dark Cookie?
Rudolph (Ages 1.5 – 5 years old)
(Ages 1.5 – 5 years old)
Who me? Yes, you! Come along and create right
Create right along with your little one as we use fun, alongside your child or grandchild as we sculpt a cute
fuzzy pom poms to create an adorable Rudolph whose cookie jar filled with tiny clay cookies. We’ll even sing
nose will really glow-in-the-dark, perfect for guiding everyone’s favorite silly song “Who Stole the Cookie
Santa’s sleigh. Children must be accompanied by a from the Cookie Jar” while we create. Children must be
caregiver. Register by Dec. 1. accompanied by a caregiver. Register by Feb. 15.
Activity # Date Time Fee Activity # Date Time Fee
F09028A1 Wednesday, Dec. 8 6 – 7 p.m. $20 W09034A1 Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. – $19
Location Crystal Community Center Feb. 23 10:30 a.m.
Location Crystal Community Center
Superheroes to the
Rescue (Ages 1.5 – 5 years old) Rainbow
(Ages 3 – 5
Preschoolers imagine themselves
as a superhero. We will channel
Fish years old)
their super-creativity into making The wonderful children’s book
awesome works of art all with Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister
superhero themes. will be our inspiration as we
create masterpieces inspired by the story – glittery
Children must be accompanied by scales and all! Bring a nut free snack and drink for your
a caregiver. Register by Jan. 12. child. Register March 8.
Activity # Date Time Fee Activity # Date Time Fee
W09033A1 Wednesdays, 6 – 7 p.m. $58 W09035A1 Wednesday, 9 a.m. –12 p.m. $36
Jan. 19 – Feb. 9 March 16
Location Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy., Location Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy.,
Golden Valley Golden Valley
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Merry Time Arts SAFE @ HOME
For Youth Ages 6-14 with Adult
HOLIDAY PAINTING
This unique course by the Red Cross is for youth 8 years
and older who are ever home alone. The course covers
arriving home, responsibilities, phone and Internet
safety, fire and gun safety and many others. Parents are
welcome the last 15 minutes of class. Session 1 register
by Dec. 6; session 2 register by Jan. 10.
Youth Activities
Create a festive holiday scene while spending fun,
quality time with your child. Enjoy hot chocolate and
cookies. Each person gets a 16 x 20 canvas, to create Activity # Date Time Fee
their own masterpiece that can stand alone or for a W04004A1 Monday, Dec. 13 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
combined work of art. Register by Nov. 24. Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy.,
Location
Activity # Date Time Fee Golden Valley $55
F04033B1 Saturday, Dec. 4 2 – 4 p.m. $53/pair W04004A2 Monday, Jan. 17 1 – 4 p.m.
Location New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave.
Location Crystal Community Center
PAINTED WITH LOVE
Providing youth ages 11-15 the knowledge and skills
necessary to care for children and infants. Participants
will receive Babysitting Pediatric CPR and First Aid
certifications. As part of the class participants will receive
a small personal first kit and flashlight, student handbook,
drawstring back pack, and personal CPR face shield and
Create a special Valentine inspired painting made glove set. Session 1 register by Dec. 10; session 2 register
with love. Enjoy Valentine treats while you paint. by Jan. 23.
Each person gets a 16 x 20 canvas to create their own
masterpiece that can stand alone or for a combined Activity # Date Time Fee
work of art. Register by Jan. 27.
W04045A1 Saturday, Dec. 18 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Activity # Date Time Fee Location New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave.
$149
W04048A1 Saturday, Feb. 5 2 – 4 p.m. $53/pair W04045A2 Saturday, Jan. 29 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location Crystal Community Center Location Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy.,
Golden Valley
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Grinch Slime Valentine's
C lli mess-makers
Calling k ages 4 –
9. Nothing’s better than slime,
Candy
and nothing is better than
everyone’s favorite nasty- Mosaic
wasty mean one, Mr. Grinch. Youth ages 5 – 9, celebrate Valentine’s Day in a sweet
Learn a secret slime recipe to way. Create a heart-themed mosaic made out of
mix up your very own batch frosting and Skittles. Bring a nut free snack and a drink
of glittery green Grinch Slime for your child. Register by Feb. 3.
and a gift box to story it in.
Guarantee to be a Grinchy Activity # Date Time Fee
good time. Bring a nut free snack and a drink. W04056A1 Saturday, Feb. 12 1 – 4 p.m. $36
Register by Dec. 2.
Youth Activities
Location Crystal Community Center
Activity # Date Time Fee
F04027B1 Saturday, Dec. 11 1 – 4 p.m. $34
Let's
Location Crystal Community Center
Draw,
Among Paint
& Sculpt
Us Youth ages 5 – 12 will love
Among Us fans ages 5-12, experimenting with different materials while learning
we’re getting all our crewmates new techniques. Learn to draw a wacky llama, and
together to create some out- sculpt and paint a box full of delicious-looking donuts.
of-this-world art. We’ll sculpt, Create one of our most popular projects: a snow globe.
paint, draw, and more as we Register by Feb. 15.
create projects that are all inspired by this popular
game. Register by Jan. 9. Activity # Date Time Fee
Activity # Date Time Fee W04057A1 Wednesdays, 6 – 7 p.m. $58
Feb. 23 – March 16
W04055A1 Monday, Jan. 17 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $36
Location Brookview, 316 Brookview Pkwy.,
Location Crystal Community Center Golden Valley
Spring Break Fairy Garden
Youth ages 5-9, will use clay, paint, glitter, and more as we sculpt our very own
enchanted fairy gardens. These adorable little fairy retreats will have sparkling streams,
colorful flowers, a fairy swing, and more! You don’t want to miss this magical class.
Bring a nut free snack and a drink. Register by March 15.
Activity # Date Time Fee
W04058A1 Wednesday, March 23 1-4 p.m. $36
Location Crystal Community Center
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Youthh ages 5 – 14 take
k the
h Winter Breakk
Challenge to see how many outdoor winter
challenges you can complete over winter
break. Get a high score and be entered
into a drawing for a Recreation Prize Pack.
Challenge Link will be emailed on Dec. 20.
Register by
Dec. 13. Activity # Date Time Fee
W17022A1 Dec. 20 – Jan. 2 Self-paced $5
Location Various locations in Crystal and New Hope
SNOW TUBING AT ELM CREEK
Kicksledding
Youth ages 7-12 try something new
Youth Activities
this winter where participants get
to glide, zip, and race across the ice.
Equipment and warm treat
provided.
Youth ages 7-14 are you ready to play at a winter
Dress for the weather.
wonderland? This day will be a fun-filled and supervised
day of snow tubing. Note: transportation not provided. Register by Dec. 17.
Register by Dec. 13.
Activity # Date Time Fee
Activity # Date Time Fee W17030A1 Wednesday, Dec. 22 10 – 11 a.m. $9
W04064A1 Tuesday, Dec. 21 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $24 W17030A2 Wednesday, Dec. 22 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. $9
Location Elm Creek Reserve, Maple Grove Location Medley Park, Golden Valley
Castle-crushing
Contraptions
Youth ages 7-12 are you ready to
Ooey, Gooey, storm the castle? Crazy
contraptions clash in this exciting
Slimy Science engineering experience.
From robotic battering rams
Youth ages 6 –12 can be ooey, gooey, slimy Science to working catapults, we’ll
Explorers for a day. Experiment with icky, sticky and do whatever it takes to
sloppy S.T.E.M. science. Learn the difference between conquer the kingdom. We’ll
chemical and physical reactions. Learn about polymers
also design and build the ultimate castle
and activators while making Glow Slime, Butter Slime
and more. Register by Dec. 14. and defend it. Get medieval with us in this action-packed
mini-camp! Register by Dec. 22.
Activity # Date Time Fee
W04059A1 Tuesday, Dec. 21 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. $32 Activity # Date Time Fee
W04060A1 Thursday, Dec. 30 2 – 4 p.m. $25
Location Crystal Community Center
Location Crystal Community Center
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Youth ages 5-15, this program will teach discipline,
focus, endurance and flexibility. Master Tom Malone
will help you achieve awesome kicks, punches and
strikes while getting in shape. Students will be
separated by skill level. Session 1 register by Jan. 11.
Session 2 register by March 8.
Activity # Date Time Fee
Youth ages 6-12 go undercover with Science Explorers
W04062A1 Tuesdays, 6:15 – 7 p.m. $84 and enter the world of espionage with fun experiments
Jan. 18 – Feb. 22
and activities. We will unlock the science behind secret
W04062A2 Tuesdays, 6:15 – 7 p.m. $84 messages, create simple spy tools including a Cipher
March 15 – April 26 Wheel, spy-glasses and more in this class of espionage and
* No class March 29
Youth Activities
fun. Register by Feb. 10.
Location Davis Community Center, Golden Valley
Activity # Date Time Fee
Fencing W04026A1 Saturday, Feb. 19 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location Crystal Community Center
$23
Youth ages 6-12 learn
rn fencing basics by a
Parent/Child
eague instructor.
Youth Enrichment League
ds, protective masks,
Includes safety swords,
Robotics and Coding
kets, in a high octane,
chest plates and jackets,
nt. Register by Jan. 13.
inclusive environment.
Activity # Date Time Fee
W04002A1 Thursdays, 7:40 – 8:40 p.m. $79
Jan. 20 – Feb. 24
Location Crystal Community Center
Lightsaber Sword PLAY
Youth ages 5-14 learn martial arts lightsaber skills Build robotics animals and vehicles with your child
influenced by the epic movie series, Star Wars. Create ages 5 – 8 as you both learn about coding and
your own Lightsaber and learn skills just like the ones engineering concepts. Connect with your child as
choreographed in the movies, all while exercising and you both get to program robots, learn about motion
having fun. Padded swords are provided but students may sensors, and get creative as you build habitats and
bring their own Lightsaber to class. Register by Jan. 26. space stations. Register by March 4.
Activity # Date Time Fee Activity # Date Time Fee
W17021A1 Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. $64 W04061A1 Sunday, March 13 1 – 3 p.m. $25/pair
Feb. 2 – 16
Location Crystal Community Center
Location Crystal Community Center
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MAZES, CODES & PUZZLES LEGO CITY
Youth ages 7 – 12 build CREATION
STEM-focused maze Youth ages 5 – 9 work
creations, Morse and binary collaboratively to create
code and mind-stretching our own city out of
rebus puzzles and projects. LEGO bricks complete with transportation, parks, retail
This multi-dimensional and residential areas and more! Our team of student
workshop gets to the root builders will end up with a massive city to show off to
of the design process, the parents by the end of our time together with a new
history of code and puzzles as we create, build and appreciation for how cities are planned and built.
have fun. Register by Jan. 17. Register by Feb. 21.
Activity # Date Time Fee Activity # Date Time Fee
W04054A1 Monday, Jan. 24 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $25
Youth Activities
W04052A1 Monday, Feb. 28 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $25
Location Crystal Community Center Crystal Community Center
Location
WIZARD MUSICAL THEATER CAMP
SCHOOL In each camp you will learn to speak lines, block a
scene, develop a character and much more. There will
Youth ages 6 – 12 will
be a special performance the last 30 minutes of the
become an apprentice final class. Bring a beverage and nut free snack daily.
as you learn the science Register by March 14.
behind the magic.
Explore the secret world of alchemy as you create Peter Pan: Ages 4 – 8
scientific potions, harness electricity to build your own Join Wendy, John and
wand and more in this fun, hands-on imaginative class. Michael as they explore
Register by Jan. 17. the world of Neverland!
We will learn music and
Activity # Date Time Fee choreography from Peter
W04053A1 Monday, Jan. 24 1 – 3 p.m. $23 Pan and put together our
own musical.
Location Crystal Community Center
Hamilton: Ages 8 – 12
SNOWSHOEING Let’s create our own
version of one of the
Youth ages 7 – 12 try most popular musicals
something new this today! Everyone will learn
winter. Participants songs and choreography
get to glide, zip, from Hamilton and put
and race across the on a show.
ice. Equipment and
warm treat provided. Activity # Date Time Fee
Dress for the weather.
Register by Feb. 14. Peter Pan Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – $97
W04024A1 March 21 – 24 12 p.m.
Activity # Date Time Fee Hamilton Monday – Thursday, 1– $97
W04014A1 Monday, Feb. 21 10 – 11:30 a.m. $9 W04024B1 March 21 – 24 4 p.m.
Location New Hope Golf Course Location Crystal Community Center
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
14 www.crystalmn.govYouth Basketball
Leagues TEACH • GROW • ACHIEVE
Learn basketball skills, sportsmanship
hip
and playing as a team. Practices begingin
mid-January, days and times vary. TGA brings the golf
Volunteer coaches will contact team m course to you, making it
members after Jan. 2 with convenient and affordable
practice times. Practices will be on to learn and play in a fun
Mondays, Tuesdays or Fridays. and safe environment.
Co-sponsored with the cities Kid-friendly instructors
Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and help develop golf skills and
St. Louis Park. Register by Dec. 17. knowledge, while teaching
valuable life lessons like
Activity # Date Time Fee honesty and sportsmanship.
Best of all, top-notch
Boys Grade 2 Saturdays, Afternoons $65 equipment and training
W01002A1 Jan. 15 – March 5
Youth Activities
materials are provided.
Boys Grade 3 Saturdays, Afternoons $65 All skill levels can play with TGA. Students get a hat and
W01002B1 Jan. 15 – March 5 handbook at the first class. Register by Jan. 7.
Boys Grade 4–5 Saturdays, Afternoons $65
W01002C1 Jan. 15 – March 5 Activity # Date Time Fee
Girls Grade 2–3 Saturdays, Afternoons $65 W05007A1 Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. $96
W01002E1 Jan. 15 – March 5 Jan. 20 – Feb. 24
Girls Grade 4–6 Saturdays, Afternoons $65 Location Crystal Community Center
W01002F1 Jan. 15 – March 5
Location Davis Community Center and
Crystal Community Center
Youth Open Gym
Mite Basketball
Program
Skill-based program for
kindergarten and 1st grade
girls and boys. Emphasis
is on dribbling, passing,
shooting and positions.
Instructional scrimmages For youth in grades 3 – 12. There are no planned
will be played. Baskets are activities, but equipment is available for basketball
at a lower height and mini- and other activities. Participants are free to come and
basketballs are used. Fee includes a T-shirt. Volunteer go from the gym and the building. Only one gym is
coaches needed. Register by Jan. 10. available.
Call or look at our website for an updated schedule.
Activity # Date Time Fee
Kindergarten Saturdays, 9 – 10 a.m. $50 Date Time Fee
W01001A1 Jan. 22 – March 12 Wednesdays, 3 – 5 p.m. $2/time
First Grade Saturdays, 10:15 – $50 Nov. 3 – March 30
W01001B1 Jan. 22 – March 12 11:15 a.m. Location Crystal Community Center
Location Crystal Community Center
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
15 www.crystalmn.govREVOLUTIONARY SPORTS
Revolutionary Sports makes athletic instruction age appropriate and fun, creating
a positive experience for children learning how to play new sports. All sports led
by experienced instructors who understand child development and apply age-
specific curriculum. Registration deadline
ne for all Rev Sports classes is two weeks
before the first meeting.
SOCCER
(Fee $65, Does not meet Feb. 13 and March 20)
Activity # Date Time
Ages 2 – 3 w/parent Sundays, 2:45 –
VOLLEYBALL
Youth Activities
W11001F1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 3:15 p.m.
Ages 3 – 5 w/parent Sundays, 2:45 – (Fee $65, Does not meet Jan. 17 and March 21)
W11001A1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 3:30 p.m.
Activity # Date Time
Ages 4 – 6 Sundays, 3:15 –
W11001D1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 4 p.m. Ages 6 – 8 Mondays, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
W05001A1 Jan. 10 – Feb. 14
Ages 5 – 7 Sundays, 3:30 –
W11001B1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 4:15 p.m. Ages 8 – 11 Mondays, 5:15 – 6 p.m.
W05001B1 Jan. 10 – Feb. 14
Ages 6 – 9 Sundays, 4–
W11001E1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 4:45 p.m. Ages 6 – 8 Mondays, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Ages 8 – 11 Sundays, 4:15 – W05001A2 Feb. 28 – March 28
W11001C1 Jan. 23 – Feb. 27 5 p.m. Ages 8 – 11 Mondays, 5:15 – 6 p.m.
Ages 2 – 3 Sundays, 2:45 – W05001B2 Feb. 28 – March 28
W11001F2 March 6 – April 10 3:15 p.m. Location Crystal Community Center
Ages 3 – 5 w/parent Sundays, 2:45 –
W11001A2 March 6 – April 10 3:30 p.m.
Ages 4 – 6 Sundays, 3:15 –
W11001D2 March 6 – April 10 4 p.m.
Ages 5 – 7 Sundays, 3:30 –
W11001B2 March 6 – April 10 4 :15 p.m.
Ages 6 – 9 Sundays, 4–
W11001E2 March 6 – April 10 4:45 p.m.
Ages 8 – 11 Sundays, 4:15 –
W11001C2 March 6 – April 10 5 p.m.
Location Robbinsdale Community Gyms
37th Ave. N. and Regent Ave. N.
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
16 www.crystalmn.govAND LESSONS
Pickleball is a combination of ping pong, tennis and
All skill levels welcome at adult drop-in open gym time. badminton for all athletic abilities and levels of play.
Children are not permitted. No pre-set teams. Visit our
website for an updated schedule. Pickleball uses a plastic whiffle ball and paddle and is
played on a small court.
Date Time Fee
Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $5/time
through April 30
Sundays, 1 – 4 p.m. $5/time
through April 24
Location Crystal Community Center or
Forest Elementary
Adult Activities
OPEN PICKLEBALL
This is not a league; come when you can with no
advanced registration. Gym shoes required.
Days Time
Mondays, Tuesdays & 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursdays
Fridays 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Sundays 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Fee Daily $3;
Punch Pass $50 for 20 visits
Location Crystal Community Center
This cutting-edge, high-energy fitness system is a
combination of unique body sculpting and dance
BEGINNER LESSONS
steps to Latin and international music. Great for the Participants will receive a pass for one-daily pickleball
body and mind. Registration deadline is one week admission at class.
prior to first class. Register one week before each class
Activity # Date Time FEE
Activity # Date (TUESDAYS) Time
W23803A1 Thursday,
W21501 A1 Jan. 4 – Feb. 1
Jan. 27 11:30 a.m. – $10
W21501 A2 Feb. 8 – March 8 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. W23803A2 Monday, 12:30 p.m.
W21501 A3 March 15 – April 12 Feb. 28
W21501 A4 * 3-session discount W23803A3 Thursday,
Fee $35 per session; $91/3-sessions discount March 31
Location Crystal Community Center Location Crystal Community Center
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
17 www.crystalmn.govADULT
VOLLEYBALL
LEAGUES
League play begins in
January and continues A 1/2 court b
basketball
k b ll program. Teams are guaranteed
into March for a 10 regular season, self-officiated games, plus single-
10-week season, which elimination playoffs. Games are on Thursday nights
includes a tournament. between 6 -9 p.m. Game times may be evenly divided
All games are officiated. between two times depending on the total number of
Registration is first come, first teams registered and gym scheduling.
served. Divisions for each league are based on past Register by Dec. 30.
performance. Register by Dec. 24. Activity # Start Date Time Fee
Activity # Date Time Fee W30031A1 Thursday, Jan. 13 6– 9 p.m. $200/team
Adult Activities
Men’s League Mondays, Location Crystal Community Center and
W32002A1 Starting Jan. 10 Robbinsdale Gyms: 37th and Regent Ave.
Women’s League Tuesdays, 6:15 p.m. $310 Door #18
W35002A1 Starting Jan. 11 start
Co-Rec League Wednesdays,
W31002A1 Starting Jan. 12
Location Crystal Community Center and
Forest Elementary
ADULT SOFTBALL
Get your team together for summer 2022 Adult
Softball Leagues! The Co-rec Double Header league
will play Mondays in a 20-game season. The Men’s
Church league will play on Thursday evenings in a 12-
game season. All games will be played at the Welcome
ICE BOCCE Park. Registration begins March 1.
One of the summers hottest yard games is hitting the ice
this winter at an outdoor rink near you! Think of it of a Activity # Date Time Fee
cross between bocce, bowling and curling. Form a team of Co-rec Double Mondays, 6:20, 7:20, $860
2-4 players and compete in this cool new 6-week league. Header starts May 2 8:20 and
Register by Jan. 1. S25001A2 9:20 p.m.
Church Single Thursdays, 6:20, 7:20, $520
Activity # Start Date Time Fee Games starts May 5 8:20 and
W30032A1 Wednesday, Jan. 12 6 – 9 p.m. $50/team S26001A1 9:20 p.m.
Location Becker Park Oval, Location Welcome Park
5330 Douglas Dr. N. (west parking lot)
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
18 www.crystalmn.govOUTDOOR SKILLS
SNOWSHOEING: Discover
the origin of snowshoeing
and set out on a winter
adventure. Search for
animal signs and tracks, visit
NATURE ART EXPLORERS places inaccessible in the
BOOKMAKING: summer, and enjoy the beauty and quiet of a winter
Minnesota’s unique park. Equipment and refreshments provided. Beginners
geology and lake- welcome. Hike if there is no snow. Register by Jan. 19.
riddled landscape exists
FAT BIKE SAMPLER: Curious
due to glaciation. Use
about the fat bikes trend? Ride
your inspiration and
a fat tire bike through a wintry
the power of glacial
landscape, on and off the
transformation to create our own special bookmaking
beaten path. Discover animal
projects, in which you could even record your own
tracks and signs. Beginners
Adult Activities
personal history or change. Register by Jan. 3.
welcome. Equipment provided.
CERAMICS: With Register by Feb. 14.
a naturalist, learn
about the birds who Activity # Date Time Fee
stick around through Snowshoeing Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 $5
winter and the survival W30036A1 Jan. 22 p.m.
adaptations they use. Fat Bike $10
Then, create a ceramic W30036B1 Monday, 10-11:30 a.m.
plate inspired by one of these favorite feathered W30036B2 Feb. 21 12-1:30 p.m.
friends, the Northern Cardinal. Register by Feb. 7. W30036B3 2-3:30 p.m.
Location Sochacki Park, 3500 June Ave.,
WOOD ART: Nothing Robbindale
says spring is here more
than maple syrup!
Explore how trees
use sap to transport WINE & PAINT PARTY
nutrients, and how Uncork the fun at this
we can use this same 21+ class and paint a
sugary substance to spectacular “Winter in the
make maple syrup. Taste some for yourself, then Woods” on a 16” x 20”
create a beautifully painted coaster on a tree slab, or canvas. Merry Time Arts
‘wood cookie. Register by March 7. guides you with step-
by-step instructions. Fee
Activity # Date Time Fee includes all materials and a
glass of wine. More wine is
Book Making Monday, Jan. 10
available for purchase.
W40502A1
Register by Feb. 17.
Ceramics Monday, Feb. 14 10 -
$15
W40502A2 11 a.m. Activity # Date Time Fee
Wood Arts Monday, March 14 W30035A1 Friday, Feb. 25 6 – 9 p.m. $38
W40502A3
Location New Hope Golf Course,
Location Crystal Community Center 8130 Bass Lake Rd.
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
19 www.crystalmn.govC mmunity Valentine’s
Tripsters Luncheon
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with
All i l i ffor th
All-inclusive the d
day iincluding
l di ttransportation,
t ti escort,
t friends and loved ones while safely social distancing at
lunch, tax and gratuity unless indicated. the New Hope Golf Course. Meal will be from Sweet
GLASS BLOWING Taste of Italy and include an entree, side, dessert, water
and a choice of beer or wine. Register by Feb. 4.
Enjoy a narrated glassblowing
demonstration at the Foci Activity # Date Time Fee
Minnesota Center for Glass Art.
Shop at the Glass Gift Gallery. W44001A1 Friday, Feb. 11 11:30 a.m. – $22
Lunch at Hell’s Kitchen in 1:30 p.m.
Minneapolis (menu: half sandwich Location New Hope Golf Course, 8130 Bass
and soup, beverage, cookie). Register by Dec. 13. Lake Rd.
Activity # Date Time Fee
W44515A1 Wednesday, Jan. 19 10 a.m. – $78 MHSRC DRIVER
2:30 p.m.
IMPROVEMENT
Adult Activities
Bus Pick Up Crystal Community Center
PROGRAMS
FLOWER SHOW & SNOW SCULPTURE Driver Improvement Program with a trained Minnesota
Enjoy the Como Zoo Highway Safety Research Center instructor. Explore law
Conservatory’s Winter Flower changes, new vehicle technology, defensive driving, traffic
Show and Garden Safari Gift safety and accident prevention. Completion allows a 10%
Store. Lunch at Keys Café reduction on auto insurance for 55 and older. Registration
(turkey dinner, mashed potatoes, 10 days before each class. Pre-requisite is an 8-hour
stuffing, vegetable, cranberries, class before the 4-hour class. Classes are at the Crystal
bread, beverage and dessert). After, enjoy a guided Community Center. Register at mnsafetycenter.org or call
riding tour of the Winter Carnival sites. Weather 1-888-234-1294.
permitting, get outside to walk. Register by Jan. 5. Class Dates Time Fee
4-hour class Jan. 10 1 – 5 p.m. $24
Activity # Date Time Fee
4-hour Jan. 20, Feb. 24, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. $24
W44515B1 Tuesday, Feb. 1 9:15 a.m. – 3 p.m. $80 classes March 15, 29
8-hour Feb. 8 and 9 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. $28
Bus Pick Up Crystal Community Center
classes
LUCK OF THE IRISH Location Crystal Community Center
Visit the Minnesota Heritage Center
featuring the Masonic Museum and
CPR/AED Training
Learn to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies.
library. Lunch: entrée, potatoes or rice,
Includes Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training.
vegetable, rolls, dessert, and beverage. Pediatric CPR classes for victims under 12 years. Adult
After lunch watch “Luck of the Irish” Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for victims 12
show in Ives Auditorium by Sidekick and older. On completion, receive a two-year Red Cross
Theater, with traditional Irish tunes, anthems, ballads certificate. Register by March 8.
and music hall ditties. Register by Feb.15.
Activity # Date Time Fee
Activity # Date Time Fee Adult 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
W44515C1 Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. $71 W30015 A1 Saturday, $64
March 16 Pediatric March 12 1 – 4:30 p.m.
W30015 B1
Bus Pick Up Crystal Community Center
Location New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave. N.
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
20 www.crystalmn.govD NUT MAKE Y U W NDER?
These informative programs include coffee & donuts. Programs are hosted by the cities of Crystal, Brooklyn Center, New
Hope, Robbinsdale and Robbinsdale Area Schools.
MINNESOTA GOLD AFRICAN AMERICAN MIGRATION
Patrick “Packy” Mader will
present Minnesota’s rich TO MINNESOTA
sports history at the Olympics. During Black History
His books, Minnesota Gold Month learn about
and More Minnesota Gold, the Great Migration of
highlight the stories, lives, the African American
challenges, perseverance, and community to the
achievements of more than 100 industrial cities of the
remarkable living Minnesota North, including Minneapolis looking for higher-paying
athletes who competed at the jobs and better careers from World War I to the ‘70s.
international level from 1948 – Discover how this impacted Minneapolis then and now.
present. Register by Jan. 11. Register by Feb. 8.
Activity # Date Time Fee Activity # Date Time Fee
Adult Activities
W45001A1 Tuesday, Jan. 18 10 – 11:30 a.m. $3 W45001B1 Tuesday, Feb. 15 10 – 11:30 a.m. $3
Location Crystal Community Center Location Crystal Community Center
OVER THE RAINBOW: BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE WIZARD OF OZ
Get a peek behind the curtain from North Metro TV Studio Manager
Eric Houston. Learn about the fascinating and tumultuous behind-the-
scenes story of one of the greatest and most popular films ever made.
Learn which child star was almost cast as Dorothy. Hear a rare, deleted
song from the film. See footage from early silent film versions of the
story.
Activity # Date Time Fee
Register by
March 11. W45001C1 Tuesday, March 15 10 – 11:30 a.m. $3
Location Crystal Community Center
LOCAL AUTHOR SERIES
THE SEED KEEPER
Diane Wilson, a Mdewakanton descendant, enrolled on the Rosebud
Reservation reads from her newest book The Seed Keeper. This story follows
a Dakota family’s struggle to preserve their way of life, and their sacrifices
to protect what matters most. Weaving together the voices of four indelible
women, The Seed Keeper is a beautifully told story of reawakening, of
remembering our original relationship to the seeds and, through them, to
our ancestors. The reading will be followed by a question and answer session.
Register by April 14.
Activity # Date Time Fee
W45002A1 Thursday, April 21 6 – 7 p.m. $3
Location Crystal Community Center
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
21 www.crystalmn.govThe Crystal Friendship Center For 55+
Crystal Friendship Center
Annual Memberships Fees: $12 Crystal Residents: $19 Non-Residents
Monday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. \ Friday: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \ Saturday Tournaments
Features:
Billiards Lounge & Patio
Flat Screen TV Wi-Fi
Library Puzzles
Socialize & Volunteer:
Advisory Team Card & Game Groups
Holiday Parties Spring Volunteer Lunch
Celebrating 90th Birthdays
Enrichment:
Donut Talks
Local Authors
SENIOR COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Volunteers of American-Senior Dining at the Crystal Community Center: 952-949-4156
Meals on Wheels North Suburban Hennepin County: 763-450-3678
HOME Northwest: 952-746-4046
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
22 www.crystalmn.govDaily Activities at the Friendship Center
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9 a.m. Pickleball Pickleball Pickleball
10 a.m. Mahjongg Mahjongg Triple Play
Samba
12 p.m. Duplicate Sticks Party Bridge
Bridge
12:30 p.m. Billiards Billiards Billiards Billiards Billiards
Crystal Friendship Center
500 Whist
6 p.m. P*ker Whist Triple Play
6:30 p.m. Cribbage
7 p.m. Pickleball
Monthly Activities at the Friendship Center
500 Whist Duplicate Bridge Party Bridge
Donut Talk Tournament Tournament Tournament Tournament
10 -11:30 a.m.
Third 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. TBD 12 p.m.
Tuesday First Saturday Second Saturday Fourth Saturday
Date Time Location Fee
Wednesday, Jan. 12
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Crystal Community Center Free
Wednesday, Feb. 9
Wednesday, March 9
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
23 www.crystalmn.govCommunity Center
and Rental Information
Community Center & Rental Information
Detailed information and convenient on-line room request form
at www.crystalmn.gov/ccc or call 763-531-1174.
FACILITY FEATURES:
• Room set-up specific to your needs. • Ionization air purification system.
• Homemade food can be served in all • Staff on hand to assist.
meeting rooms. • Bright rooms with windows.
• High speed wireless Internet access. • Large space for groups up to 400 people.
CRYSTAL ROOM CREEK ROOM
Ideal for groups for up to 100 people. Room has Small meeting space, great for board meeting and
polished concrete floors, padded chairs 85 in. TV, and group planning for up to 12 people. Room is carpeted
5 ft. round tables. Adjoins the kitchen for catered with 2-8-foot rectangle tables, 12 padded chairs and
banquets. New audio system with wireless mic. an 8-foot countertop. Not available until Fall 2022.
COMMUNITY CENTER
VALLEY ROOM GYMNASIUM
Great for business meetings and family gatherings Three gyms hold up to 400 people. Combined gym
of 10 to 50 people. Has a tiled floor, 8-foot rectangle space is 80 feet x 150 feet (individual gyms are 80 feet
tables, overhead screen, white board, granite x 50 feet. Gym 1 adjoins the performance stage. Gym 2
countertops and sink. Not available until Fall 2022. adjoins the kitchen for banquets.
FOREST SCHOOL
FOREST ROOM GYMNASIUM
Great for birthday parties, baby showers, and Forest school has two gyms for basketball, volleyball,
family gatherings for 10 – 50 people. Room has a or any indoor sporting event.
luxury planking floor with floor to ceiling windows The gyms can be rented weeknights from 6 – 10 p.m.
on two sides. and weekends 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
24 www.crystalmn.govPark Updates
Yunkers Park has been updated to
Winnetka Hills Park. The new park name
aligns better with the neighborhood name.
Park improvements to enjoy this winter
include a new hockey rink at North Lions Park as well as
warming house improvements at Valley Place Park.
Park projects for 2022 include a new dog park in Bassett
Creek Park and pickleball courts in Becker Park.
Visit the parks project webpage by scanning the QR code
above for the latest information.
Picnic Area Permits Athletic Fields Permits
Meet Me at the Park
Reserve a spot for your next gathering. Reservations for Fields are available for both youth and adults.
the 2022 season begins March 1.
A permit is required if... Facility features:
• You want to reserve a space for your group. • Flexible rental times.
• You would like to bring an inflatable. • Natural turf.
• You need large canopies or tents. • Maintained weekly.
Softball Fields
Neighborhood Parks (with small shelter)
Bassett Creek Park 1 Field
Bass Lake Park 1 shelter
Valley Place Park 1 Field
Cavanagh Park 1 shelter
Welcome Park 3 Fields
Iron Horse Park 1 shelter
Baseball Fields
Lee Park 1 shelter
Bassett Creek Park 1 Field
Skyway Park 1 shelter
Winnetka Hills Park 1 shelter North Lions Park 1 Field
Community Parks (with medium shelter) Soccer Fields
Bassett Creek Park 2 Shelters Cavanagh Park 2 Medium Fields
North Lions 1 Shelter Fair Park 1 Medium Field
Valley Place Park 1 Shelter Forest Park 1 Large Field
Skyway Park 1 Medium Field
Large Gravel Oval (no shelter)
Becker Park 1 Area
Special Event Permit
Becker Park Amphitheater Any gathering with more than 50 people.
Excellent location for... Excellent for...
• Outdoor ceremonies. • Fundraising events.
• Events featuring entertainment. • 5K runs.
• Other special occasions. • Tournaments.
Facility features a 25 ft. x 40 ft. covered stage. Required for events open to the public.
Near restrooms, splash pad and large play area. Alcohol may be allowed with city council approval.
Stage only – no tables or chairs provided. Other conditions may also apply.
Crystal Recreation Department webtrac.crystalmn.gov
763-531-0052
25 www.crystalmn.govPARK PRIDE PROGRAM BASSETT CREEK TRAIL
The Crystal Recreation Department seeks neighborhood- The Bassett Creek
oriented groups to join the PARK PRIDE program. This Regional Trail is
program fits nicely with groups looking for a community an ideal route for
service project or neighbor groups who want to clean up, commuting and
beautify and develop pride in the parks in our community. recreating around the
Crystal area.
Thank you to Crystal’s Park Pride This seven-mile paved,
Program participants. multi-use trail connects
French Regional Park in
Person/Organization Park Plymouth to Theodore
CFCP/Light of Crystal Bassett Creek Park Wirth Regional Park in
Minneapolis.
Team Soto Bass Lake Park
Adult Academic Program of Becker Park
District #281 SKATE
Meet Me at the Park
Brownwood Park Protectors Brownwood Park PARK
Clay Bartholow Cavanagh Park All ages are
Crystal Park and Recreation Community Center welcome to
Advisory Committee skateboard
and in-line
Slavin Family Crystal Highlands skate, free
Park of charge.
Lingstrom Family Forest Park The skate
park is located near the north parking lot of the Crystal
Geving Family Hagemeister Pond
Community Center. It is recommended that everyone
Park
wears a helmet along with knee, elbow and wrist pads.
MOMs Club of New Hope/ Iron Horse Park
Robbinsdale/Crystal/Golden Valley Twin Oak Park
Warnke Family Kentucky Park
DISC GOLF
Bassett Creek Park has a 15-hole disc
Crystal Environmental Quality MAC Wildlife Area golf course. For more information on
Commission disc golf, visit the Minnesota Frisbee
Association website at:
Friends Fond of the Pond Memory Lane minnesotafrisbeeassociation.com.
Valley Place Park Families Valley Place Park
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY
Take a book, leave a book. Little Free Libraries are in many
Crystal Parks. A Little Free Library is a box full of books
where anyone may stop by and pick up a book and bring
back another book to share. Thanks to funding by the
Crystal Fund for Community Progress and local residents
GAGA PITS acting as stewards.
Gaga ball is a variation on dodgeball. It’s fun, fast- Little Free Library Locations
paced and easy for anyone to play. The only equipment Bassett Creek Memory Lane
needed to play is a rubber playground ball. Contact the
Recreation Department for questions on game rules. Crystal Highlands North Lions
Crystal Community Sunnyview
GaGa Pit Locations Center
Bassett Creek Park North Lions Park Forest School Valley Place
Welcome Park Kentucky Winnetka Hills
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Valley Place 6822 32nd Ave. N. 20.8 1 1 S 2
W 1 2 3 1 1 1 W 1 3 P
Bass Lake 5601 Xenia Ave. N. 1.7 1 1 1 P
Broadway 5911 West Broadway 3.3 1 1
Park Details
Cavanagh 5100 Corvallis Ave. N. 3.9 1 1 1 1
Crystal Highlands 3711 Jersey Cr. 1.7 1 1 1
Fair 3903 Adair Ave. N. 3.3 1 1
Forest 7001 48th Ave. N. 5.2 1 1 1
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Iron Horse 5180 Kentucky Ave. N. 3.2 1 1 1 1 P
Kentucky 4009 Kentucky Ave. N. 1.8 1 1 1 P
Lee 4510 35th Ave. N. .7 1 1 1
Skyway 6112 Florida Ave. N. 4 1 1 1 1
Sunnyview 3000 Hampshire Ave. N. 3 1 1 1
Twin Oaks 5116 Wilshire Blvd. 4.7 1 S 1 1
Winnetka Hills 8617 31st Ave. N. 3.2 1 1 1 1 1 1 P
Crystal Recreation Department
Brownwood 4120 Idaho Ave. N. 4.1
Florida 3840 Florida Ave. N. 1.3
Hagemeister Pond 6427 41st Ave. N. 7.7 N
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MAC Wildlife Area 6001 Regent Ave. N. 40 N
Memory Lane 4350 Louisiana Ave. N. 10.2 1
Soo Line 5301 Angeline Ave. N. 1.3 1
Twin Lake Shores 4900 50th Ave. N. 1.1 1 P
C Indoor Court N Natural Trail P Paved Trail S Open Summers Only W Warming House
The Crystal Community Center is at 4800 Douglas Dr. N. in John Grogan Park.
MAC Park is operated in cooperaƟon with the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the City of Brooklyn Center.It’s Easy to Register We’ve Got the Answers
ONLINE: Create an online account and start registering Registration Start Date
for all the great opportunities. - Registrations are now open
Refunds
STEP 1: Go on-line to webtrac.crystalmn.gov and - If we cancel: Full Refund
click “Create an Account.”
- If you cancel before deadline: Refund less $5
STEP 2: Provide the requested information. - If you cancel after deadline: No Refund
STEP 3: Begin registering for fun and exciting Crystal Fee Assistance
Recreation programs. - Available to qualifying Crystal residents Inclusion
request
WALK-IN: Cash, Check, Visa or MasterCard accepted
during office hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday at - Step 1: Register for program
the Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive N. - Step 2: email lei-lani.fi scher@crystalmn.gov
Photo Consent
MAIL-IN: Make check payable to the City of Crystal and - Let us know if you do not want your picture shared.
mail to: Waiting List
Crystal Recreation Department - Place your name on a waiting list and you will be
4800 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55429 contacted if a spot opens up for that class.
Registration
Crystal Recreation Registration Form
Mail registration form to 4800 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55429
Mail in registration accepted by check only. Make check payable to City of Crystal.
Participant Name DOB Activity Activity No. Fee
The undersigned understands that participation in the activity is completely voluntary, and that the activity is being offered for Total
the benefit of the participants named below. The undersigned agrees that the participants are participating in the activity at
their own risk. I also agree that the City of Crystal, its agents and employees will not be liable for any claims, injuries or damages of whatever nature incurred by
the participants due to the negligence of the city, its agents or employees arising out of, or connected with, this activity. On behalf of himself/herself and the
participants, the undersigned expressly release the discharge of the City of Crystal, its agents and employees, from any such claims, injuries or damages.
Participant or Parent Signature Participant or Parent Name (print) Date
Home
Cell
Main Phone No. Alternate Phone No. Email
Address City State Zip
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: I would like to request an: Inclusion Facilitator ASL Interpreter
List any disabilities or behavioral concerns:
List any allergies or medical conditions that may affect the participant:
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