ACTIVITY GUIDE SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2020 - UPPER SOUTH SERVICE AREA BRACKETT EASTPHILLIPS ELLIOT HIAWATHASCHOOL
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Activity Guide
September - December 2020
Upper South Service Area
Brackett • East Phillips • Elliot • Hiawatha School
Longfellow • Matthews • Peavey • Phillips • Stewart
School Release Days: All recreation centers are open noon-9pm: Oct 14-16, Nov 6,
Directory Nov 25, Nov 27, Dec 21-23, Dec 28-30. All recreation centers are open noon-4pm:
Dec 24, Dec 31. All recreation centers closed: Sep 7, Nov 26, Dec 25.
Recreation Centers Building Hours
September 8 - December 31 Upper South Service Area Manager
Brackett Recreation Center
2728 39th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406 Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm Paul Jaeger
612-370-4924 Friday, 3-6 pm pajaeger@minneapolisparks.org
brackett@minneapolisparks.org
Anne Kegley 612-499-3014
Drop into our Recreation Centers
East Phillips Recreation Center Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm
2307 17th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 The Park Board offers drop-in activities or
Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
612-370-4888 ActivePass Programs for visitors to
Sunday, 12-5 pm
eastphillips@minneapolisparks.org socialize, have fun on their own schedule.
Jeanne Whitehill Find an activity to suit your style – ping-
pong, foosball, games in the gym, board
Elliot Recreation Center games and much more! Most programs
1000 E 14th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm offered daily, year-round; hours subject to
612-370-4772 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm change. Ask Recreation Center staff about
elliot@minneapolisparks.org
drop-in programs offered.
Newmann Thomas
Recreation Centers
Hiawatha School Recreation Center
Community gathering spaces
4305 E 42nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406 Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
612-370-4952 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm •Computer labs, gyms, craft rooms,
hiawatha@minneapolisparks.org
meeting rooms and community kitchens
Aaron Flanders
•Room rental available for meetings,
Longfellow Recreation Center banquets and birthday parties; for more
3435 36th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406 Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm
information see page 4
612-370-4957 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
longfellow@minneapolisparks.org
MPRB Commissioners
Brian Cornell
City of Minneapolis voters elect nine
Matthews Recreation Center commissioners every four years: one from
2318 29th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406 Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm each of the six park districts, and three
612-370-4950 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm that serve at-large. The MPRB performs its
matthews@minneapolisparks.org many duties through the contributions of
Scott Krueger elected Commissioners and the leadership
of the Superintendent. Their actions are
Peavey Recreation Center guided according to the following roles
730 E 22nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
and responsibilities.
612-370-4967 Friday, 3-6 pm
peavey@minneapolisparks.org Chris Meyer, Dist. 1 612-230-6443 X 1
Matt Bell Kale Severson, Dist. 2 612-230-6443 X 2
AK Hassan, Dist. 3 612-230-6443 X 3
Phillips Recreation Center
Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm Jono Cowgill, Dist. 4 612-230-6443 X 4
2323 11th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
612-370-4946 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm Steffanie Musich, Dist. 5 612-230-6443 X 5
phillips@minneapolisparks.org Brad Bourn, Dist. 6 612-230-6443 X 6
Anthony Papa Londel French, At-Large 612-230-6443 X 7
Meg Forney, At-Large 612-230-6443 X 8
Stewart Recreation Center Latrisha Vetaw, At-Large 612-230-6443 X 9
2700 12th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55407 Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
612-370-4932 Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
stewart@minneapolisparks.org
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2 www.minneapolisparks.org
Contents
Contents
The Minneapolis Park System
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) features How to Use Your Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
251 park properties, including local and regional parks, Nature Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
playgrounds, golf courses, gardens, picnic areas, biking and
walking paths, nature sanctuaries, 49 recreation centers and Recreation Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
the 55-mile Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion . . . . .9
The nine-member Board of Commissioners is an indepen- Preschool Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
dently elected, semi-autonomous body responsible for
maintaining and developing the Minneapolis Park system to Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-22
meet the needs of citizens of Minneapolis. This unique
Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27
structure allows independent decision-making so the MPRB
can efficiently manage the park system and serve the diverse Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29
park and recreation needs of the city.
Family Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31
Mission The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board shall
Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-32
permanently preserve, protect, maintain, improve, and enhance
its natural resources, parkland, and recreational opportunities for Cover photo: East Phillips Community Connect:
current and future generations. Taste-O-Turkey event
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board exists to provide
places and recreation opportunities for all people to gather,
celebrate, contemplate, and engage in activities that promote
health, well-being, community, and the environment.
Ranked Best Park System
The Minneapolis Park System has been rated #1 in America by
the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore index among the 100 largest
U.S. cities.
ParkScore ratings are based equally on
three factors: park access (percent of
residents within one-half mile of a park);
park size (city size and percent of city area
dedicated to parks); and services and
investment (number of playgrounds and
per capita park spending).
Contact Us
To speak with someone in the Customer Service Department
about programs and services, call 612-230-6400.
Si aad ulahadasho qof Soomaali ku hadla warbixin ku saabsan
barnaamijyada iyo adeega beeraha raaxada ama parks-ka, fadlan
wac 612-230-6574.
Para hablar con un representante en español sobre los programas y
servicios que ofrece el parque, por favor de llamar el numero
612-230-6573.
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Facility Rental
Renting your Parks and Recreation Centers
We want you to use your park facilities to their full potential!
Individuals and groups are encouraged to use the centers and
park spaces for self-directed activities.
Meeting Spaces
We offer many types of meeting and open spaces throughout
the entire park system for all your meeting needs. Groups may
be public and/or private agencies, organizations, businesses, or
more informal. There are different permit requirements and
special use fees, depending on the use.
Weddings and Receptions Hold your wedding ceremony
at one of the park system’s many reservable, picturesque
settings, including Lyndale Rose Garden, Minnehaha Park,
the Mississippi Riverfront and Theodore Wirth Park.
Birthday Parties Make your child’s birthday party special! We
are committed to making your child’s birthday a fun and
memorable event in the parks.
Meetings and Conferences Let us host your next meeting,
workshop or conference in one of the recreation centers.
Courts and Fields
No matter where you live in Minneapolis, you are never too far
from a sports field or court. Hundreds of tennis and basketball
courts are available, as well as fields for baseball, softball,
cricket, football, field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, rugby and more.
Most athletic fields may be rented for scheduled practices and
games. Some parks offer single fields, and others offer multiple
field sports complexes which can be rented for tournaments.
Neiman Sports Complex features eight full-size soccer fields,
two baseball fields, two youth baseball/fastpitch softball fields,
and one adult softball field.
Any user wishing to reserve an athletic facility must fill out and
submit an application form found on the MPRB website. All
MPRB owned facilities will be reserved through the following
process:
Ongoing blanket permits Permit reservations for multiple
ongoing dates of usage or at regional facilities are permitted
through the citywide permit coordinator in the Athletics and
Aquatics Department.
Week to week permits at park facilities Park facilities are
permitted on a week to week basis through full-time recreation
staff at recreation centers.
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ADA In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the
Registration Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Minneapolis Park
and Recreation Board will not discriminate against qualified
individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
services, programs, or activities.
Three Ways to Register!
How to Use this Catalog
• Online: http://activenet.active.com/minneapolisparks
using your Visa/MasterCard/Discover/American Express
and your username and password.
• Walk-In: Registrations are accepted in person at any
recreation center in Minneapolis during business hours.
• Over the phone: Available only for Visa/MasterCard/
Discover/American Express payments. Call the MPRB
Customer Service Department at 612-230-6400 or any Refunds Refund requests must be submitted to the location
recreation center during business hours and have your or department where the program is being held. These
credit card ready to register by phone. procedures include all recreation center programs.
If the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) cancels a
program, all registration fees will be fully refunded.
When to Register Registration will begin on August 3 at
12 pm (noon). Registration is required for all programs, trips • Programs may be canceled due to low enrollment.
and free activities. You are not considered registered until • If a program is canceled, every attempt will be made to
you have paid all fees and you receive a confirmation via give registrants at least 48 hours’ notice.
email. When registering in person, ask for a receipt. • Refunds will be offered for registrant conflicts that are
due to schedule changes initiated by the MPRB
Class Transfers You may transfer classes with no fee
penalty and you must make them at least one week prior to Refunds due to customer cancelation will be as follows:
the class start date assuming there is availability.
In leu of reduced refunds or administrative fees charges, 100%
Missed Classes We do not issue refunds for missed classes of the registration fee can be added on your account for future
or for quitting after the class start date. registration fees.
Up-to-the-Minute Activities New and fun activities are • Cancellation of more than 15 business days beforethe start
sometimes added after this publication goes to print. Look of the program: a full refund minus a $5 administrative fee.
on ActiveNet for the most up-to-date activities. • Cancellation of 8 to 15 business days before the start of the
program: a 50% refund.
Fee Assistance The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board • No refund will be given for cancellations 7 or less business
Fee Assistance Program assists Minneapolis residents when days prior to the start of the program.
financial limitations occur. Eligibility for the program is • If a cancellation is due to a medical reason or other family
determined by meeting the current income guidelines, circumstance, it can be reviewed by the full-time staff on a
completing an application and providing documentation. case-by-case basis.
Fee assistance is for the instructional portion of fees only and • Refunds can only be made by a full-time certified staff.
not for supplies, extra fees, or admission costs for field trips. • Fees for transfers from one MPRB program to another will
be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may be allowed
Inclusion Support Services are available for children and
without a penalty.
adults with disability related needs who participate in
• If a program is canceled due to weather, refunds may be
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board programs. Please
made on a case-by-case basis
contact the Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Coordinator
at the time of registration to discuss options for successful Absolutely no refunds will be given for
inclusion. Email inclusion@minneapolisparks.org, call participant no-shows
612-499-9144, or use your preferred Telecommunications
Relay Service.
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Nature Activities
Bird Watching
Join a naturalist for bird watching in a Minneapolis Park! Neighborhood Nature
Discover strategies for using binoculars, distinguish characteristics of bird types Neighborhood Naturalists at
through shapes, sounds, habitat and behavior, or learn about the Mississippi your local City Parks!
River Flyway as we walk the park. Providing weekly nature
First Saturday of each month at North Mississippi Regional Park. themed programs for kids
Every other Wednesday from 8:30am-10am at Kroening Interpretive Center. Nature Nuts: ages 3-6
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced. Jr. Naturalists: ages 6-12
Naturalist Round-up: ages 0-18
Hikes
Get outside for a walk in the park with a naturalist guide. 612-499-9407
Explore different habitats such as woodlands, wetlands, prairie and river shore minneapolisparks.org/nature
to find out what’s happening in nature during the fall season.
Trail Trekkers at Kroening Interpretive Center
Sept 5, Oct 3 & Nov 7 Adults: 10am-11am Families: 11:15am-12:15pm.
Eloise Butler
Noticing Nature last Tuesdays 5pm-6pm at North Mississippi Regional Park.
Wildflower Garden
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced. Theodore Wirth Regional Park
Open Seasonally
Outdoor Explore • 15 acres of biodiversity
Come experience nature in autumn on a naturalist-led exploration! • 500 plant species
• 130 bird species
Learn about seasonal topics such as insects, mushrooms, or animal signs
through investigation and discovery. Tune in to your senses during evening 612-370-4903
excursions or guided meditations. Explore, experience and learn by doing. minneapolisparks.org/ebwg
Bonfire Bunch evenings at North Mississippi Sept 15, Oct 20, and Nov 17.
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced. Kroening
Interpretive Center
Family Fun North Mississippi Regional Park
Bring the family out for some nature fun with a naturalist. Open year round
Enjoy nature art projects, story time and outings through natural habitats. • New exhibit area
• New nature play space
Family Funday Sundays each month at Kroening Interpretive Center. • Nature Birthday Parties
Home School class 2nd Thursdays 1pm-3pm at Kroening Interpretive Center.
School Release Days
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced. 8am-4pm for ages 6-12
MEA Break: Oct 14-16
Young Children Animal Detectives: Nov 1
Nature Tots Winter Survival: Dec 21 - 23
Every other Sunday at Kroening Interpretive Center 11:30am–12:30pm. Winter Break
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced. Frosty Fur Ball: Dec 28 - 31
Nature Nuts 612-370-4844
Play Groups at select neighborhood recreation centers. minneapolisparks.org/nmiss
Story Strolls at Kroening Interpretive Center Wednesdays 9:15am-10:15am.
Seasonal Highlights
• Animal Masquerade Party 12:30-3pm Saturday, October 31 at Kroening Interpretive Center
• Nature’s Black Friday Fun 11am-3pm Friday, November 27 at Kroening Interpretive Center
• Winter Solstice Celebration 5–9 pm Saturday, December 19 at North Mississippi Regional Park
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Recreation Plus
School Year 2020–2021
Monday–Friday
September 8, 2020 – June 11, 2021
Questions:
Margaret Jaeger, Child Development Manager
Bryce Mack, Child Development Supervisor
2117 West River Road
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411-2227
612-230-6498
612-370-4852
recplus@minneapolisparks.org
www.minneapolisparks.org/recplus
Program Fees
Before-School Rec Plus
AM Early: 7:00–8:40 am $7.60/day
AM Late: 7:00–9:40 am $10.20/day
After-School Rec Plus
PM Early: 2:00–6:00 pm $16.50/day
PM Late: 3:10–6:00 pm $11.35/day
Affordable, Quality School Release Days
School-Age Childcare 7:00 am–6:00 pm (Rec Plus clients) $40/day
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers Rec Plus (Release Day only) $44/day
for children in kindergarten-6th (must have completed
Kindergarten to participate) grades at neighborhood
recreation centers. Rec Plus enables children to experience
the positive benefits of a balanced recreation program and
provides a safe environment that promotes healthy physical Non-Minneapolis residents pay a non-resident rate of 50
and social development. percent more for leadership fees.
Partial fee assistance is available for eligible Minneapolis
Rec Plus operates before and after school, summer and on
Residents. Qualifying families may also apply through
school release days, depending on the site. The program
the Hennepin County Child Care Assistance program.
offers children opportunities to exercise, make new friends,
Please contact your local park for more information.
gain confidence and have fun. Activities include games and
sports, arts and crafts, homework help, field trips and The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is
nutritious snacks. and Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the
Contact your desired Rec Plus site for availability and American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the MPRB
registration information. Full-time and part-time spots are will not discriminate against qualified individuals with
available. Space is limited per site. Rec Plus follows the disabilities on the basis of disability in its services,
Minneapolis Public Schools schedule. programs, or activities.
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Recreation Plus
Armatage Recreation Center Keewaydin Recreation Center Northeast Recreation Center
RecPlusArmatage@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusKeewaydin@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusNortheast@minneapolisparks.org
2500 57th St W 55410 3030 E 53rd St 55417 1530 Johnson St NE 55413
612-370-4912 612-370-4956 612-370-4920
after school, release days, summer before school, release days, summer summer only
Audubon Recreation Center Kenwood Recreation Center Sibley Recreation Center
RecPlusAudubon@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusKenwood@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusSibley@minneapolisparks.org
1320 29th Ave NE 55418 2101 W Franklin Ave 55405 1900 E 40th St 55407
612-370-4910 612-370-4941 612-370-4954
before/after school, release days, summer after school, release days, summer after school, summer
Brackett Recreation Center Lake Nokomis Recreation Center Waite Recreation Center
RecPlusBrackett@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusNokomis@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusWaite@minneapolisparks.org
2728 39th Ave S 55406 2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy 55417 1810 34th Ave NE 55418
612-370-4924 612-370-4923 612-370-4959
after school, summer summer only before/after school, release days, summer
Bryant Square Recreation Center Lynnhurst Recreation Center Webber Recreation Center
RecPlusBryantSquare@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusLynnhurst@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusWebber@minneapolisparks.org
3101 Bryant Ave S 55408 1345 Minnehaha Pkwy W 55419 4400 Dupont Ave N 55412
612-370-4907 612-370-4914 612-370-4916
after school, summer before/after school, release days before/after school, release days, summer
Corcoran Recreation Center Matthews Recreation Center Windom Recreation Center
RecPlusCorcoran@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusMatthews@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusWindom@minneapolisparks.org
3334 20th Ave S 55407 2318 28th Ave S 55406 2251 Hayes St NE 55418
612-370-4919 612-370-4950 612-370-4905
after school after school, release days, summer after school
Fuller Recreation Center McRae Recreation Center
Release Days are an option for all
RecPlusFuller@minneapolisparks.org RecPlusMcRae@minneapolisparks.org
children (including those not enrolled
4802 Grand Ave S 55419 906 E 47th St 55407
in Rec Plus) who only need childcare
612-370-4963 612-370-4909
on school release days. Space is
after school, summer after school, summer
limited and you must register a
minimum of two weeks in advance.
Harrison Recreation Center (NEW)
We offer nine school release day sites.
RecPlusHarrison@minneapolisparks.org
503 Irving Avenue North 55405
612-370-4951
after school, summer
Hiawatha School Park Recreation Center
RecPlusHiawathaSchoolPark@minneapolisparks.org
4305 E 42nd St 55406
612-370-4952
before/after school, release days, summer
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Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers a wide variety of programs and events for people with disabilities.
Register online at minneapolisparks.org/register and enter the activity title.
Questions? Call 612-230-6478 or email sthorsen@minneapolisparks.org.
Adaptive Swim Lessons Bonfire Bunch Jammin’ at Northeast (Drop-In)
Adaptive Swim Lessons for youth and adults Enjoy a bonfire, nature-inspired arts and crafts, Get your groove on at our social program for
with disabilities will help you gain comfort and guided nature walks, snacks and visiting with adults with developmental disabilities. Once a
confidence in and around water as our trained friends. It will be “bunches” of fun! This program month, join your friends for a night of dancing
instructors facilitate games, skill building, and takes place outside so please dress for the and socializing to the best classic and new
water safety in a safe environment with peers. weather. dance jams. A light snack and beverage will be
Ages 18+: Tuesday 6–7:30pm provided.
Youth: Wednesdays 4–4:40pm
September 15, October 20 Ages 18+: Third Saturday of the month 6–8pm,
October 14–November 4 and
$5, pre-registration encouraged, but not September 19, October 17,
November 11–December 2 November 21, December 19
required
Wednesdays 4:50–5:30pm $5, Drop In
October 14–November 4 and Kroening Interpretive Center
November 11–December 2 4900 North Mississippi Drive Northeast Recreation Center
1530 Johnson Street Northeast
Adults: Fridays 11:20am–noon Trail Trekkers
October 16–November 6 and
Spend the morning walkin’ or a rollin’ on Family Fun at Coyle (Drop-In)
November 13–December 4
park paths with a naturalist guide in search of Parents and children meet weekly on Sundays
nature’s treasures during this program for adults to chat and engage in various recreation
$28 Minneapolis residents, $42 non-residents with developmental disabilities or families that activities geared toward Somali families of
Phillips Community Center have children with disabilities. Use different children with autism. A portion of the program
2323 11th Avenue South tools like binoculars and magnifying glasses to will be dedicated to programming specifically
examine high up in the trees or down low under for children and the other portion will engage
Youth Adaptive Sports Sampler logs. Come enjoy the exploration – who knows families together in activities.
what we may find? Ages 11 and under and their families:
Interactive fun for children of all ability levels.
Learn a variety of sports through games, drills Ages 18+: Saturday 10–11am Sundays noon–2pm, year-round
and activities! September 5, October 3 FREE, Drop-In
Families: Saturday 11:15 am–12:15 pm Coyle Community Center
Ages 5–12: Tuesdays 4–4:45 pm
(All Ages): September 5, October 3 420 15th Avenue South
October 6–November 3
$40 Minneapolis residents, $60 non-residents FREE, but please pre-register
Matthews Recreation Center Kroening Interpretive Center Youth Adaptive Yoga
2318 29th Avenue South 4900 North Mississippi Drive Adaptive Yoga for youth with disabilities is a
new, free program! Our youth-centered and
Adaptive Open Gym (Drop In) Brunch and Bingo experienced instructors will meet each child at
What is better than bingo and brunch? Enjoy a their level while integrating games, breathing
Shooting hoops and other gym activities with techniques and playful poses.
your friends are good ways to get into shape delicious brunch followed by bingo.
and have fun! This is an ActivePass Program Ages 18+: Saturdays, 10am–noon All equipment provided. Please wear
for drop-in play. Get an ActivePass from front comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle to
desk staff. Youth under the age of 18 need a $5; pre-registration required. each class.
guardian’s signature to receive a pass. Register by calling 612-668-2478
Youth: Mondays 6:15–7:15pm
Dates/Locations vary through the year October 5–November 2
Ages 13+: Second Saturday of the month,
2–3:30pm, year-round FREE, pre-registration required
FREE, Drop-In Brackett Recreation Center
Northeast Recreation Center 2728 29th Avenue South
1530 Johnson Street Northeast
Recreation for everyone! Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is committed to making all of its programs accessible to anyone. Inclusion is
individuals with and without disabilities participating in recreation activities simultaneously. Inclusive Recreation makes programs available
to people with disabilities and benefits ALL participants. All MPRB programs are considered inclusive and welcome everyone. The Therapeutic
Recreation staff will work with program staff, families, and individuals to provide support using individualized techniques and resources to
enhance program participation without fundamentally altering the program. If you’ve registered for a program and are ready to complete the
paperwork required to receive inclusion support, contact the Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Coordinator at 612-499-9144. Inclusion
support must be requested at least two weeks prior to program start date.
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Health & Fitness
Tiny Tumblers
Learn the basics of tumbling in a safe, friendly
environment.
Arts Ages 3-5 Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15
Music Monkeys Longfellow Rec Center
Join teacher Emily Sidorfsky as we shake the sillies out in
#110050 M 9/14 - 9/28 5:30pm - 6pm
this energetic movement and music class! Lots of singing
and recorded music, scarves, musical instruments, and #110605 M 11/2 - 11/23 5:30pm - 6pm
other fun props! Your child will not only get lots of #110051 M 10/5 - 10/26 5:30pm - 6pm
exercise and exposure to music, but will learn to follow
directions as well. This is the perfect class for parents to
get hands on interaction with their child while learning fun Parent and Tot Indoor Playground
music and songs to use at home. This is a parent Does your child have energy to burn? Explore a new world
participation program. at our highly-interactive, drop-in style social playtime!
Ages 2-5 Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15 Playtime is a convenient way for young ones to burn off
Longfellow Rec Center energy, socialize and develop motor skills. We think you'll
enjoy the social interaction too! It's fun, unstructured play
#110033 M 9/21 - 10/26 9:30am - 10:15am and a total sanity-saver. This is an unsupervised activity;
#110035 M 9/21 - 10/26 10:30am - 11:15am parents or a guardian must accompany their child(ren).
#110034 M 11/9 - 12/14 9:30am - 10:15am Ages 0-4 Res $20 / Non-Res $30
#110036 M 11/9 - 12/14 10:30am - 11:15am Matthews Rec Center
#110632 Sa 9/12 - 11/21 10am - 11am
Pre-School Mixed Art Longfellow Rec Center
Calling all mini Picasso's, Georgia O'Keefe's and Bob Ross's! #110037 M Tu Th 9/14 - 12/17 10:30am - 12pm
We have a new class for the youngest of artist's to get Phillips Rec Center
their creativity on. Our cool instructor Ms. Kirsten has #109181 M 9/14 - 12/14 10am - 12pm
years of experience working with preschoolers and mixed
media. The class will create using plaster, painting, paper
mache & more! All children must be able to use the Sports
bathroom independently. Mini Kickers Soccer
Ages 3-5 Res $35 / Non-Res $50 Learn the fundamental skills of soccer and meet new
Brackett Rec Center friends. This program builds self-esteem and confidence
#111373 W 9/9 - 10/7 10:30am - 12pm by learning skills through fun games and team interaction.
Get out there and get your kicks!
Ages 3-4 Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15
Pre-School Pottery Hiawatha School Rec Center
Little hands can create beautiful pieces of pottery! The #109492 M 9/21 - 10/26 5:30pm - 6:15pm
tiny potters will be given clay and from there its all up to
their imaginations as to what they can make. They will be
gently yet expertly guided through the process by our Youth Flag Football: 6U Open Elliot
highly talented and experienced instructor, Ms. Kirsten.
This class includes the clay, the firings and the painting of Every NFL Player started somewhere! Learn basic football
their pieces. All children must be able to use the bathroom plays, offensive and defensive skills and concepts while
independently. enjoying catching drills, route running, man-to-man
coverage all in a non-contact, fun and energetic
Ages 3-5 Res $35 / Non-Res $50 environment. Drills, fun games and team interaction are
Brackett Rec Center used to teach the fundamentals of flag football. This
#111374 W 10/21 - 11/18 10:30am - 12pm program builds football skills, emphasizes teamwork and
sportsmanship, and promotes fair play.
Ages 5-6 Supply Fee $10
Elliot Rec Center
#110983 Tu W Th 10/6 - 10/22 6pm - 7pm
10Water Recreation
PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Parent Tot
RevSports: Soccer Parent Tot is a class for children ages 6 months to 4
accompanied by a parent. Participates focus on water
These classes will be offered in a socially distant way for adjustment activities and supported movements.
the the current COVID19 environment. These classes will
have a limited class size to respect appropriate social Ages 0-3 Res $28 / Non-Res $42
distancing. Please reference RevSports.org for more Phillips Aquatics Center
information. This is a fun, active, RevSports instructional #106580 Tu 9/15 - 10/6 11:10am - 11:40am
soccer class that focuses on individual player
#106579 Th 9/17 - 10/8 11:10am - 11:40am
development. Each day will focus on a topic building on
the previous topic, including dribbling, shooting, #106683 Tu 10/13 - 11/3 11:10am - 11:40am
defending, passing, and more. This is a parent involved #106682 Th 10/15 - 11/5 11:10am - 11:40am
class. No class September 7 - Labor Day. #108392 Tu 11/10 - 12/1 11:10am - 11:40am
TotStars #108391 Th 11/12 - 12/10 11:10am - 11:40am
Ages 2-3 Res $59 / Non-Res $67
Longfellow Rec Center PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Pre- Level 1
#108353 M 8/10 - 9/14 5pm - 5:30pm Pre- Level 1 is an introduction swimming lesson for ages 3
#111564 M 9/21 - 10/19 5pm - 5:30pm to 5 year olds. Water adjustment and further skills
Matthews Rec Center involving movement in the water will be taught along with
combined skills for basic forms of swimming and
#111573 Th 8/13 - 9/10 5:20pm - 5:50pm appropriate water safety skills.
#111576 Th 9/17 - 10/22 5:20pm - 5:50pm Ages 2-5 Res $28 / Non-Res $42
Phillips Aquatics Center
PreStars #106581 M 9/14 - 10/5 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 3-5 Res $59 / Non-Res $67 #106586 W 9/16 - 10/7 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Longfellow Rec Center #106583 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 11:10am - 11:50am
#108354 M 8/10 - 9/14 5:30pm - 6:10pm #106582 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 10:20am - 11am
#111565 M 9/21 - 10/19 5:30pm - 6:10pm
#111570 M 11/2 - 11/30 5:30pm - 6:10pm #106685 M 10/12 - 11/2 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Matthews Rec Center #106690 W 10/14 - 11/4 5:40pm - 6:20pm
#111574 Th 8/13 - 9/10 6pm - 6:40pm #106686 Sa 10/17 - 11/7 10:20am - 11am
#111577 Th 9/17 - 10/22 6pm - 6:40pm #106687 Sa 10/17 - 11/7 11:10am - 11:50am
KinderStars #108394 M 11/9 - 11/30 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 4-6 Res $59 / Non-Res $67 #108398 W 11/11 - 12/2 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Longfellow Rec Center #108395 Sa 11/14 - 12/5 10:20am - 11am
#108355 M 8/10 - 9/14 6:15pm - 6:55pm #108396 Sa 11/14 - 12/5 11:10am - 11:50am
#111571 M 11/2 - 11/30 6:20pm - 7pm
#111566 M 9/21 - 10/19 6:20pm - 7pm
11Mentoring & Development
Little Hawks Preschool
Join us for learning and fun. This program will help your
PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Level 1+ 2 child learn important concepts like problem solving,
Level 1 and 2 is an introduction to swimming lessons for cooperation, hand-eye coordination, observation, sorting,
ages 4 to 7 year olds. This class is designed for students to listening, and many other skills to strengthen development
learn fundamental swimming, stroke introduction, and and prepare your Little Hawk for kindergarten. Children
water safety skills. must be able to use the bathroom independently. Lunch
Ages 4-7 Res $28 / Non-Res $42 and drink required each day from home.
Phillips Aquatics Center Ages 3-5 Res $320 / Non-Res $480 / Supply Fee $75
#106571 M 9/14 - 10/12 6:30pm - 7:10pm Hiawatha School Rec Center
#106574 Tu 9/15 - 10/6 6:40pm - 7:20pm #109489 Tu 9/8 - 12/15 9am - 3pm
#106584 W 9/16 - 10/7 5:40pm - 6:20pm #109490 W 9/9 - 12/16 9am - 3pm
#109488 Th 9/10 - 12/17 9am - 3pm
#106573 Th 9/17 - 10/8 6:40pm - 7:20pm #109487 M 9/14 - 12/14 9am - 3pm
#106572 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 10:20am - 11am
#106575 W 9/23 - 10/14 6:30pm - 7:10pm
#106673 M 10/12 - 11/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm
#106677 Tu 10/13 - 11/3 6:40pm - 7:20pm Cooking & Nutrition
#106678 W 10/14 - 11/4 5:40pm - 6:20pm Youthline: Culture in the Kitchen
In Stewart Park's Culture in the Kitchen we will explore
#106674 W 10/14 - 11/4 6:30pm - 7:10pm different cultures through cooking and baking! Each week
we will try out a new recipe from around the world and
#106676 Th 10/15 - 11/5 6:40pm - 7:20pm learn a variety of ways to cook and bake. We will explore
#106675 Sa 10/17 - 11/7 10:20am - 11am these cultures through the food we make and have
conversations about our own traditions as well as
#108381 M 11/9 - 11/30 6:30pm - 7:10pm traditions from other cultures. At the end of the program
we will visit local restaurants and talk with chefs about
#108385 Tu 11/10 - 12/1 6:40pm - 7:20pm their journey with cooking.
#108386 W 11/11 - 12/2 5:40pm - 6:20pm Ages 10-16 Free
Stewart Rec Center
#108382 W 11/11 - 12/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm #110574 W 9/16 - 12/16 5pm - 8:30pm
#108384 Th 11/12 - 12/10 6:40pm - 7:20pm
#108383 Sa 11/14 - 12/5 10:20am - 11am
Cooking
Put on an apron, step into the kitchen and let's learn to
cook! Nothing brings people together like good food. Gain
experience by making delicious, yet healthy snacks, meals,
and beverages. With an emphasis on safety and creativity,
the kitchen becomes a place of connection and building
community. In addition, cooking provides an opportunity
to increase hand-eye coordination and dexterity
continuously improve lifelong skills.
East Phillips Rec Center
Ages 6-11 Free
#111469 W 9/23 - 12/16 5:30pm - 7pm
Stewart Rec Center
Ages 9-11 Res $15 / Non-Res $22.50
#105994 F 10/2 - 11/20 5pm - 6:30pm
12Crafty Class
Encourage your little artist to explore the messier side of
art in a big way, during school out days! Create enormous
BBQ with "Q" works of art while enjoying many sensory experiences
Join us for a BBQ, get to know your neighbors, have some while you paint, sculpt, scribble and giggle your way to
food, play some games, listen to music, enjoy children's discovering a grander scale of art.
activities and gather community information. *Please pre- Ags 8-10 Res $10 / Non-Res $15
register to participate. Stewart Rec Center
Ages 11-17 Free #105995 Sa 10/10 - 11/28 1pm - 2:30pm
Phillips Rec Center
#109170 F 10/9 - 12/11 5pm - 7pm Cookie Decorating
First day of winter break is here! Come on over to Brackett
Community Connect: Taste-O-Turkey Park for laughter and creativity as you decorate cookies
Come join us for an afternoon of the fall dinner festivity. that you can take home to share or enjoy all by yourself!
Open-face turkey sandwich, stuffing, gravy, mashed Cookies will be baked and each decorator will go home
potatoes, and maybe desert. All kids welcome. with a dozen.
Ages 11-17 Free Ages 6-13 Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
East Phillips Rec Center Brackett Rec Center
#111454 F 11/20 6:30pm - 7:30pm #111366 M 12/21 1:30pm - 4pm
Arts New Year's Eve Craft
Children's Pottery New Year's Eve is upon us its time to create your very own
Bring your imagination and talents to our pottery class. noise makers, tiaras, flowers and other festive creations!
Our very experienced instructor Ms. Kirsten will gently Ages 6-13 Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
guide both the novice and the advanced through the Brackett Rec Center
process from clay to a finished object that you created!
#111371 W 12/30 2pm - 3:30pm
Ages 6-11 Res $35 / Non-Res $50
Brackett Rec Center
#111362 W 9/9 - 12/16 3:30pm - 4:30pm Health & Fitness
#111363 W 9/9 - 12/16 4:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Open Basketball
Lace up your shoes for pick-up basketball games arranged
Creative Expression by the players. Work to improve your jump shot, meet
new friends, get into shape or take a break from the TV or
Express yourself in new and exciting ways with paint,
video games. Whatever the reason, Open Basketball is the
color, paper, clay, and other media. Staff will help you find
perfect break to your day!
your hidden skills and talents through crafts. Take home
and show off your creation to friends and family. Invite Ages 6-11 Free
them to join you in the next session! East Phillips Rec Center
Ages 5-17 Free #111482 M Tu W Th 9/8 - 12/17 3pm - 4pm
Elliot Rec Center
#110972 Th 9/17 - 12/17 6pm - 8pm Youth Open Soccer
Come join your friends for some indoor soccer gym time.
Practice your shot, dribbling skills and learn some new
skills to enhance your game.
Ages 6-13 Free
Phillips Rec Center
#109193 W F Sa 9/9 - 12/19 3pm - 4pm
East Phillips Rec Center
#111492 W F 10/21 - 12/16 7pm - 8:30pm
13Basketball 8U Open Gym
Every Saturday we will lower the rims so you can work on
fundamentals with your child.
Elementary Open Gym Ages 5-7 Free
Floor hockey, basketball, soccer, you decide what you Longfellow Rec Center
want to do. Open gym time for elementary aged children #110025 Sa 9/19 - 12/26 10am - 11:30am
only. Parents are welcome to join in on the fun.
Ages 6-11 Free
Phillips Rec Center Kung Fu
Practice and learn a Kung Fu style from a North System of
#109174 M Tu Th 9/14 - 12/17 3pm - 6pm
the Praying Mantis. It is characterized by its strength,
Stewart Rec Center agility and rapid movements. This practice increases self-
#106000 Tu Th 9/15 - 12/17 3pm - 4:30pm defense, character, self esteem and confidence, it is
designed to strengthen the body and mind.
Ages 7-14 Res $26 / Non-Res $39
Beginning Tumbling
East Phillips Rec Center
Emphasis on beginning tumbling techniques in a fun and
creative structured setting. #111494 M W 9/21 - 12/16 7pm - 7:55pm
Ages 5-8 Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $20
Longfellow Rec Center Sporty Saturday
#110026 M 9/14 - 9/28 6pm - 6:45pm Join us for an afternoon filled of excitement, competition,
#110027 M 10/5 - 10/26 6pm - 6:45pm and leisure. Kickball, Freeze Tag, Dodge Ball, Basketball,
Ultimate Frisbee, Relay Races and much more. Check it
#110606 M 11/2 - 11/23 6pm - 6:45pm out, you are guaranteed to have a lot of fun!
Ages 9-14 Free
Intermediate Tumbling Stewart Rec Center
This class will emphasize basic tumbling techniques in a #106001 Sa 10/3 - 12/19 10am - 11:30am
fun and creative structured setting. Please wear
comfortable clothes to class.
Ages 6-9 Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $20
Adaptive Youth Yoga
Register now for our NEW Adaptive Yoga for Youth with
Longfellow Rec Center
disabilities!Our youth-centered and experienced
#110030 M 9/14 - 9/28 6:45pm - 7:30pm instructors will meet each child at their level while
#110031 M 10/5 - 10/26 6:45pm - 7:30pm integrating games, breathing techniques and playful poses.
#110607 M 11/2 - 11/23 6:45pm - 7:30pm All equipment is provided.
Ages 5-16 Free
Brackett Rec Center
2-B Fit
#111386 M 10/5 - 11/2 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Come and join our 2-B Fit program this fall! Activities
include kickball and soccer and will be led by staff.
Physical activity promotes improved health and supports School Relase Day: Open Gym
better learning, relationship building, and self Lace up your shoes for pick-up basketball games arranged
empowerment. by the players. Work to improve your jump shot, meet
Ages 9-11 Res $10 / Non-Res $15 new friends, get into shape or take a break from the TV or
Stewart Rec Center video games.
#105991 Sa 9/19 - 11/28 2pm - 4pm Ages 9-17 Free
Matthews Rec Center
#110644 M W 12/21 - 12/30 12pm - 2pm
Longfellow Rec Center
#110056 M - F 12/28 - 1/4/2021 12:15pm - 2:30pm
14Hiawatha School Rec Center
#109509 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Blue
#109511 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Orange
#109510 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Green
Sports Longfellow Rec Center
Youth Soccer: 6U Open #110064 W Sa 9/9 - 10/23 11am - 1pm - Blue
This program is the introduction to team soccer. Players
will be taught developmentally appropriate methods and
#110065 W Sa 9/9 - 10/24 11am - 1pm - Yellow
soccer skills through fun games and team interaction . #110063 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 11am - 1pm - Red
Also, players will be introduced to competition against Stewart Rec Center
other MPRB teams. This program is designed to build self- #111724 Tu 8/25 - 10/20 6:30pm - 7:30pm
esteem and confidence, while promoting sportsmanship
and fair play. Get out there and get your kicks! We are
looking for VOLUNTEER coaches! if interested, we will Youth Soccer: 8U GIRLS
waive your child's fee. Players will enhance their soccer skills and have an
Ages 5-6 Supply Fee $35 opportunity to compete against other Girls MPRB teams
Matthews Rec Center in their area. Along with being taught developmentally
#111099 Th Sa 9/3 - 10/24 9am – 11am appropriate methods and soccer skills through fun games
and team interaction. This program is designed to build
Brackett Rec Center self-esteem and confidence, while promoting
#111390 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 9am – 11am sportsmanship and fair play. Get out there and get your
Longfellow Rec Center kicks!
#110060 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am -Green Ages 7-8 Supply Fee $35
#110061 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Yellow Matthews Rec Center
Hiawatha School Rec Center #111091 Tu F 9/1 - 10/23 6pm - 9pm
#109505 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Blue Brackett Rec Center
#109507 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Orange #111392 Tu F 9/8 - 10/30 6pm - 9pm
#109506 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Green Hiawatha School Rec Center
Elliot Rec Center #109508 Tu F 9/8 - 10/23 6pm - 9pm
#110985 Sa 9/19 - 10/24 9am – 11am Longfellow Rec Center
Stewart Rec Center #110062 Tu F 9/8 - 10/30 6pm - 9pm
#111723 Tu 8/25 - 10/20 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Flag Football: 8U Open
Youth Soccer: 8U Open Every NFL Player started somewhere! Learn basic football
plays, offensive and defensive skills and concepts while
Players will enhance their soccer skills and have an enjoying catching drills, route running, man-to-man
opportunity to compete against other MPRB teams in their coverage all in a non-contact, fun and energetic
area. This soccer program includes implementation of environment. Drills, fun games and team interaction are
developmentally appropriate methods in soccer skills used to teach the fundamentals of flag football. This
through fun games and team interaction. This program is program builds football skills, emphasizes teamwork and
designed to build self-esteem and confidence, while sportsmanship, and promotes fair play.
promoting sportsmanship and fair play. Get our there and
get your kicks! Ages 7-8 Supply Fee $10
Ages 7-8 Supply Fee $35 Elliot Rec Center
Matthews Rec Center #110984 Tu W Th 9/29 - 10/22 7pm - 8pm
#111100 Th Sa 9/3 - 10/24 11am - 1pm
Brackett Rec Center
#111393 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 11am - 1pm
Elliot Rec Center
#110986 Sa 9/19 - 10/31 10am - 2pm
15MightyStars
Ages 6-9 Res $59 / Non-Res $67
Longfellow Rec Center
Preseason Basketball Camp
#108356 M 8/10 - 9/14 7pm - 7:45pm
Looking for to get in shape before the season begins?
Come on down and work on your basketball skills! We'll #111568 M 9/21 - 10/19 7:10pm - 7:55pm
have coaches on hand to run through drills working with #111572 M 11/2 - 11/30 7:10pm - 7:55pm
kids on shooting, passing, dribbling, defense and
rebounding. There's always room for improvement, so
come on down and get a jump on your competition!
Ages 8-16 Free SkillStars
Phillips Rec Center Ages 9-12 Res $59 / Non-Res $67
#109186 Sa 9/12 - 10/24 2pm - 4pm Longfellow Rec Center
#108357 M 8/10 - 9/14 7:45pm - 8:30pm
Soccer Training & Futsal Free Play I #111569 M 9/21 - 10/19 7:10pm - 7:55pm
Soccer training and futsal free play with Coach Pete is
designed for motivated middle school-aged players
(grades 6-8) who have participated in recreational or
competitive soccer and are looking to improve their skills.
We will focus on developing athletic, technical and ball
handling skills that will allow players to play with more
confidence and creativity. Each 90-minute intensive
training will consist of speed, strength, and agility training;
technical/skill-building; and small-sided futsal play. Players
should bring a soccer ball and clean indoor soccer or court
shoes.
Ages 10-13 Res $70 / Non-Res $105
Matthews Rec Center
#110653 Tu 11/17 - 12/22 6pm - 7:30pm
RevSports: Soccer
This class will be offered in a socially distant way for the
the current COVID19 environment. This class will have a
limited class size to respect appropriate social distancing.
Please reference RevSports.org for more information. This
is a fun, active, RevSports instructional soccer class that
focuses on individual player development. Each day will
focus on a topic building on the previous topic, including
dribbling, shooting, defending, passing, and more.
No class September 7 - Labor Day.
MiniStars
Ages 5-7 Res $59 / Non-Res $67
Longfellow Rec Center
#111567 M 9/21 - 10/19 6:20pm - 7pm
Matthews Rec Center
#111575 Th 8/13 - 9/10 6:50pm - 7:35pm
#111578 Th 9/17 - 10/22 6:50pm - 7:35pm
16Youth
Citywide Youth Sports Leagues Sports Leagues by Season
Note that practices may start 14-30 days prior to the month
The MPRB Athletic, Aquatics and Ice Arena Department
indicated, depending upon the site.
provides positive recreation experiences for youth ages 9-18.
These experiences help our youth develop new physical and
social skills in a fun, participatory and safe environment Fall Sports
under the guidance of knowledgeable and supportive
Football (August-November)
coaches. In this way Youth Sports programs contribute to the
• 11U Flag: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
individual’s physical, social, emotional, cultural and educa-
• 13U Flag: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
tional growth and development.
• 15U Flag: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
Registration Information • 18U Flag: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05
For more information, stop in or call your local park. You may • 10U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/09-11/15/11
need to register directly through a specific activity council • 11U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/08-11/15/09
(separate from but in cooperation with parks). • 12U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/07-11/15/08
• 14U Tackle: birthdates 6/1/06-11/15/07
FAQ
Will I need to purchase additional equipment in order Soccer (mid August-October)
for my child to participate? • 11U: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
Equipment needs vary by sport and/or Recreation Center. • 13U: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
Please check with your Recreation Center prior to registra- • 15U: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
tion. • 18U: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05
Volleyball (October-December)
How is my child’s age division determined?
• 11U: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
By pre-established age guidelines set by the Youth Sports
• 13U: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
Department. Age verification in the form of a birth certificate,
• 15U: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
baptismal certificate, immunization card, certification from
• 18U: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05
school administration, etc. is required for participation.
How many days per week will my child practice?
On average, the team will practice 1-2 times per week.
How many games will my child play?
On average, the team will play games 1-3 times per week,
for a total of 8-12 games per season.
Winter Sports
Where will my child practice and play games? Basketball (January-early March)
Practices will take place at your recreation center or at a
Hockey (January-February)
nearby facility. The majority of games will be played within
the city limits of Minneapolis. Wrestling (January-March)
How will I receive information about practices and
games? Information about practices and games will come Summer Sports
from your recreation center. Game information will also be
available online at www.teamsideline.com/minneap- RBI baseball (mid May-July)
olisparks. RBI softball (mid May-July)
Track (mid May-mid July)
How will I know if a practice or game is cancelled?
Practice cancellation information will be provided by your Tennis (July)
recreation center.
17Youth
* The Recreation Center collaborates with an activity council to offer sports leagues.
If a team does not have enough players,
we may combine teams.
18Archery in the Parks
Learn the 11 steps to archery success. Certified instructors
will determine student's dominant eye, teach proper
archer form, shot execution, and follow-through. Class will
Hobbies, Clubs Games be held indoors following the National Archery in Schools
Community Chess Program regimen taught in over 12,000 schools
throughout the country.
New to chess or looking for a challenging game? All ages
and levels are welcome. Bring your own chess set and Ages 8-12 Res $10 / Non-Res $15 / Supply Fee $10
clock or check one out from Matthews Park front desk. Matthews Rec Center
This program is in partnership with the Seward Montessori #110626 Th 9/17 - 10/15 4pm - 5pm
Chess Club. Seward Montessori Chess Club coaches and
volunteers may be available for questions and instruction
Longfellow Rec Center
for parts of these sessions. This is a free, drop-in program #110023 W 10/7 - 10/28 6pm - 7pm
and no registration is required. Participants under the age
of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Around the Campfire
Ages 6-14 Free
From the beginning of time, people have told stories --
Matthews Rec Center regaling their friends and families with tales of
#110627 Th 9/10 - 12/17 5:30pm - 7pm adventure, come join us for a night around the campfire
ready to hear some stories told by the staff about some of
their adventures some of the stories may be truths,
Dinner and a movie exaggerations, and nothing more than tall tales.
Take a break, kick your feet up and catch a flick with fellow Ages 5-17 Free
movie fans. Reserve your spot for dinner and a movie.
East Phillips Rec Center
Ages 5-12 Res $8 / Non-Res $12
#111388 F 10/16 6:30pm - 8pm
Hiawatha School Rec Center
#109485 F 9/11 6pm - 9pm
#109482 F 9/25 6pm - 9pm
Pumpkin Carving
Carve and/or decorate a pumpkin with Rec Plus. Youth
#109484 F 10/9 6pm - 9pm will be able to take a pumpkin home that they carve or
#109479 F 10/23 6pm - 9pm decorate. Get creative with us and get ready for
#109478 F 11/20 6pm - 9pm Halloween.
#109477 F 12/4 6pm - 9pm Ages 5-12 Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50 / Supply Fee $5
#109475 F 12/18 6pm - 9pm Hiawatha School Rec Center
#109500 Th 10/29 10am - 12pm
Youthline: Dungeons and Dragons Club Elliot Rec Center
Youth participants come together to enjoy this role-playing #110978 F 10/30 2pm - 4pm
game while participating in camaraderie, strategy, team
work and yes, even arguments, which can sometimes be School Release Day Tournaments
hilarious as long as they are in good fun!
Join us for some tournament fun on this school release
Ages 11-16 Free day. We will have table tennis, bumper pool, and dodge
Stewart Rec Center ball tournaments.
#110604 M 9/21 - 12/7 4pm - 7pm All Ages Free
Elliot Rec Center
#110977 Th 10/29 2pm - 7pm
19Water Recreation
PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Youth beginner
Festival of Lights Youth Beginner is an introduction to swimming lessons for
Come and join us for this celebration at East Phillips ages 10 to 14. This class is designed for students with little
Community Center, in observance of the quiet and dark to no swimming experience to learn basic water safety
of winter, the solstice. Crafts, activities, stories, skills and stroke technique. It allows adolescent beginners
refreshments and time to enjoy and respect this season to learn with their peers and is designed to adapt to the
with friends. needs of the participants. Students will work on improving
Ages 5-17 Free their water competency and confidence.
East Phillips Rec Center Ages 10-14 Res $28 / Non-Res $42
#111389 F 12/18 6:30pm - 8pm Phillips Aquatics Center
#106589 M 9/14 - 10/5 6:30pm - 7:10pm
#106691 M 10/12 - 11/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm
Winter Break Movie and Pizza
#108399 M 11/9 - 11/30 6:30pm - 7:10pm
Join us for school release day fun. You can make your own
pizza and we will bake it while watching a movie.
Ages 7-9 Res $2 / Non-Res $4 PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Level 3+4
Longfellow Rec Center In Level 3 and 4, students will increase swimming skills,
#110055 M 12/28 1pm - 2:30pm further stroke development, and practice deep water
safety. Students develop confidence in strokes and safety
#110054 M 1/4/2021 1pm - 2:30pm skills beyond earlier levels.
Ages 6-14 Res $28 / Non-Res $42
School Release Day: Sledding & S'Mores Phillips Aquatics Center
Bring your sled and your friends to the park and we will #106576 M 9/14 - 10/5 5:40pm - 6:20pm
spend a lot of time laughing and sledding down Brackett's #106585 Tu 9/15 - 10/6 6:40pm - 7:20pm
awesome hill. When we are done we will head to kitchen
and make some yummy s'mores and hot chocolate! #106570 W 9/16 - 10/7 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 8-13 Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50 #106578 Th 9/17 - 10/8 6:40pm - 7:20pm
Brackett Rec Center #106577 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 11:10am - 11:50am
#111376 Tu 12/29 2pm - 4pm
#106679 M 10/12 - 11/2 5:40pm - 6:20pm
Holiday Break: Movie & Popcorn #106689 Tu 10/13 - 11/3 6:40pm - 7:20pm
Friday night at the movies! We are featuring the holiday #106681 W 10/14 - 11/4 6:30pm - 7:10pm
classic: "Elf!"There will also be popcorn with a variety of #106688 Th 10/15 - 11/5 6:40pm - 7:20pm
toppings! #106680 Sa 10/17 - 11/7 11:10am - 11:50am
Ages 6-13 Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
Brackett Rec Center #108387 M 11/9 - 11/30 5:40pm - 6:20pm
#111370 W 12/30 6:30pm - 9pm #108397 Tu 11/10 - 12/1 6:40pm - 7:20pm
#108390 W 11/11 - 12/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm
#108389 Th 11/12 - 12/10 6:40pm - 7:20pm
#108388 Sa 11/14 - 12/5 11:10am - 11:50am
20Girls Program
Facilitated by a park staff, girls will participate in a variety
of life skills building and leadership development activities.
Ages 9-12 Free
Elliot Rec Center
Jr. Swim Club Fall #110973 W 9/9 - 12/23 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board (MPRB) will
host a youth swim club at Phillips Aquatics Center (PAC). Boys Program
Learn foundations of water safety, swimming techniques,
and develop the discipline that comes with being on a Facilitated by a park staff, boys will participate in a variety
swim team. Practices are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30- of life skills building and leadership development activities.
6:30pm. Varied swim abilities welcome. Ages 9-12 Free
Ages 7-16 Res $21 / Non-Res $33 Elliot Rec Center
Phillips Aquatics Center #110968 Th 9/10 - 12/17 5:30pm - 7:30pm
#108375 Tu Th 9/15 - 10/29 5:30pm - 6:30pm
#110965 Tu Th 11/3 - 12/17 5:30pm - 6:30pm Young Builders and Designers Bank Design
Workshop
Youth Adaptive Our Fall Bank Design Competition is a dynamic approach
Youth Adaptive Swim Lessons focus on water comfort, to learning and fun! We will meet throughout the Twin
enjoyment, and basic water safety strategies for youth Cities and each team will be posed with the challenge of
with cognitive and/or physical disabilities. building a Financial Institution worthy of your business!
Ages 0-16 Res $28 / Non-Res $42 Kids ages k-8 can sign up for a team and we are looking
for a high school student to be a project manager on the
Phillips Aquatics Center team. Learn about architecture, history and the financial
#108370 W 10/14 - 11/4 4pm - 4:40pm banking industry. LEGO(R) Parts will be loaned for the
#108371 W 10/14 - 11/4 4:50pm - 5:30pm model build and the price of the workshop includes entry
into the competition at the LEGO(R) Store on November
#108373 W 11/11 - 12/2 4pm - 4:40pm 12th. The team at Hiawatha School Park will be meeting
#108374 W 11/11 - 12/2 4:50pm - 5:30pm from 6-7pm on October 30th and November 6th. The cost
for the workshops is $30. For more information or to sign
up, contact Brian at: 612-834-5219
Mentoring & Development Ages 6-14 Res $30 / Non-Res $45
Homework Help Longfellow Rec Center
We provide the time, the place, and the assistance to #110059 Tu 11/17 6:30pm - 8:30pm
ensure your child completes their homework completely
and correctly. Our friendly staff is available to help you
tackle your homework so that you succeed in school. We Language & Culture
assist with homework, practice basic skills, or help in
studying for an upcoming test. Ecuadorian Folk Dance
Ages 6-11 Free Come and join us for an evening of Ecuadorian folk dance
with hip-swaying action that the weight shift creates.
Phillips Rec Center Learn the critical basic movement of stepping forward or
#109180 M Tu W Th 9/8 - 12/17 4:30pm - 6pm backward and shifting weight between feet. Instuctor is
Stewart Rec Center Segundo Chogllo, an expert in traditional Latin dance. The
#110580 M W 10/12 - 12/16 2pm - 4:30pm group learns a variety of songs to be performed at local
community events. Space is limited so sign up for your
spot soon!
Ages 9-15 Free
Stewart Rec Center
#105996 Th 9/17 - 12/10 6pm - 8pm
21School Release Day: Snow Day
Do you love snow? We do! Join us for a fun filled
afternoon of activities involving snow!
Spanish Ages 6-11 Free
Instructor, Elizabeth Porter, uses a Spanish curriculum for Phillips Rec Center
school-age children that enhances the development of the #109187 W 12/30 1pm - 3pm
child through reading, writing, music, storytelling and
group games. Your child will enjoy the experience of
learning the Spanish language and the culture at the same
time. Elizabeth Porter was a school teacher in Mexico and
we are fortunate to have her teaching!
Ages 5-12 Res $135 / Non-Res $202.50 / Supply Fee $25
Hiawatha School Rec Center Computers & Tech
Beginner level Fifa Soccer Tournament
#109503 M 9/21 - 12/21 3:45pm - 5:15pm Come on over and test your skills on Fifa. Challenge the
Intermediate level staff and your friends to some Fifa soccer on PlayStation.
#109504 Tu 9/22 - 12/22 3:45pm - 5:15pm Ages 11-14 Free
Phillips Rec Center
#109176 M Tu W Th F 9/8 - 12/18 4:30pm - 8pm
Somali Youth Enrichment Program
Youth Enrichment Program focus on fun learning
environment with quality, high-intensity, and drill to better PS4 Challenge
a player skill set on the court and off the court. Program
Let's see who has the skills on the PS4 game system! Play
will strengthen young player athletes and mentality while
many different games with your friends and staff. We have
boosting their confidence to become more aggressive and
sports games and other games to get you moving!
skilled players. Space is limited so sign up early for your
spot with Stewart Park and our Partnership Somali Youth Ages 11-16 Free
Development of Minnesota. Peavey Rec Center
Ages 8-16 Free #110887 M W F 9/14 - 11/20 4pm - 6:30pm
Stewart Rec Center Phillips Rec Center
#106003 F Sa 10/2 - 12/19 6pm - 4pm #109192 M Tu W Th F 9/8 - 12/30 4:30pm - 8pm
Cooking & Nutrition
Nature & Environment Youthline: Cooking and Crafts
Jr. Naturalists: free drop-in activities Let's get creative! Each week we aim to discover all the
crazy ways we can enjoy some of our favorite foods. We
Naturalists offer fun, hands-on nature activities weekly at
will be trying out new food pairings, deconstructing meals,
parks across Minneapolis! No need to register, just stop on
and even making sauces. Innovation continues as we will
by! Find out when the Naturalist will be at your have a bountiful arts table ready for all creations while we
neighborhood park for a “Naturalist Round Up” by visiting cook.
minneapolisparks.org/nature or calling/texting 612-499-
Ages 10-16 Free
9407.
Peavey Rec Center
#111343 Th 9/10 - 12/10 5pm - 7:30pm
Jr. Naturalists: weekly classes
Naturalists also offer a more in-depth experience for ages
6-12 with weekly hour-long programs on various themes
like “Birds of Prey” or “Earth’s Biomes.” Get curious about
nearby nature at your neighborhood park! Look for “Jr.
Naturalists” on minneapolisparks.org/nature or call/text
612-499-9407 for more details.
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