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PARKS AND RECREATION
WINTER/SPRING
          DECEMBER 2018-APRIL 2019

                                     Family Fun Festival
                                     Learn to Skate        ACTIVITIES AND
                                     Adult Trips           INFORMATION
                                                           FOR ALL!
Family Fun Festival Learn to Skate Adult Trips - PARKS AND RECREATION - ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION FOR ALL! - City of Rosemount
PARKS AND RECREATION

WINTER / SPRING SPOTLIGHT
FREE Family Open Gym
Are you looking for something to do
as a family during the cold winter
months? Play and be active
together as a family! Come to Family
Open Gym on Sunday evenings
December 2-March 31 from                                                                       Rosemount Lion’s Club
5-7pm for some                                                                                 Spring Egg Hunt
recreational fun.                                                                              A bunny will be hopping into Rosemount
                                                                                               on Saturday, April 13 at 10am with lots
Rosemount                                                                                      of eggs and candy for children to hunt
Spring Clean-                                                                                  for at this traditional Egg Hunt for kids
Up and Paper                                                                                   ages 10 and under. This special event is
Shredding Event                                                                                located at the Ames Soccer Complex at
The City of                                                                                    Dakota County Technical College.
Rosemount will be
hosting its annual
Spring Clean-Up
Day on Saturday,
May 18 from 8am
to 12pm at the
Dakota County
Technical College.
Once again
Rosemount will
partner with the
Michelle Hoagland
Group, Keller Williams                                                                         FREE Family Fun Festival
Preferred Realty to                                                                            Join Rosemount Parks and Recreation
hold a free Paper                                                                              on Friday, February 22 from 6-8pm
Shredding Event                                                                                for a night of FREE family fun in the
as part of the City’s                                                                          Gymnasium and Arena at the
Spring Clean-Up Day.                                                                           Rosemount Community Center!
                                                                                               Activities include music, inflatable
                              Rosemount Home & Business Expo                                   jumpies and slides, carnival games,
                              Plan to attend the Rosemount Home and                            ice skating plus much more.
                              Business Expo on Saturday, March 16 from
                              9am – 3pm at the Rosemount Community
                              Center. Businesses and organizations will
                              exhibit products and services to families in
                              our growing community.

                                          The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Activities and Information brochure is distributed three times a year as a public
                                          service by the City of Rosemount. The Rosemount logo is a service mark which is owned by the City of Rosemount.
                                          This publication is prepared by the Parks and Recreation Department. We invite comments or suggestions by contacting
              PARKS AND RECREATION        Lisa Maurer, Recreation Supervisor and brochure coordination at 651-322-6003 or lisa.maurer@ci.rosemount.mn.us.
                                          Design: Barbara Pederson.
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Family Fun Festival Learn to Skate Adult Trips - PARKS AND RECREATION - ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION FOR ALL! - City of Rosemount
Welcome
 DEPARTMENT INFORMATION                                                                                   PARKS AND RECREATION
 Parks and Recreation Office Hours:
 Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm                                                                                       WINTER/SPRING
                                                                                                        DECEMBER 2018-APRIL 2019
 Rosemount Community Center
 and Steeple Center Hours:
 Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm
 Evening and weekend hours
                                           INSIDE
 are dependent upon scheduled
 activities.                               Special Events
                                           Family Open Gym........................... 2
 Mailing Address:
                                           Letter from Santa............................ 2
 Rosemount Parks and Recreation
                                           Father-Daughter Dance............... 3
 13885 South Robert Trail
 Rosemount, MN 55068                       Family Fun Festival......................... 4
                                           Rosemount Home
 Telephone Numbers:                        & Business Expo.............................. 4
 Main Line/General Information
                                           Spring Egg Hunt............................. 5            Programs for
 651-322-6000
                                           Spring Clean-Up.............................. 6           Older Adults.........................23-28
 Rosemount Ice Arena
                                                                                                     Rosemount Area Arts Council....18
 651-322-6001
                                           Youth Activities                                          Rosemount Area Seniors............29
 Community Center Rental
                                           Parent/Tot Open Gym................... 7
 Information 651-322-6002
                                           Youth Open Gym............................ 7              Recycling................................. 30-31
 Steeple Center Rental Information
                                           Winter Adventures......................... 8
 651-322-6016
                                                                                                     Registration Information
 Park and Park Shelter Rental
                                                                                                     Registration Instructions...........16
 Information 651-322-6011
                                                                                                     Registration Form.........................17
 Fax Number 651-322-6080
 Pre-Recorded information Line                                                                       Parks and Facilities
 651-322-6020: Select 1 of the 6           Winter/Spring Skating                                     Rosemount Community Center
 choices below for a pre-recorded          Learn to Skate............................9-11             Rental Information....................32
 message:                                                                                            Steeple Center
                                           Rosemount Ice Arena........... 12-14
 #1 Directions to the facility
                                           Outdoor Ice Rink...........................15              Rental Information....................33
 #2 Arena Information and Public
    Skating Schedule                       Warming House Hours...............15
 #3 Facility Reservation Information
 #4 Recreation Program Information         Adult Activities
 #5 Upcoming Events and Open Gym           Basketball........................................19
    Information                            Community Center Walking.....19
 #6 Weather Related Information, program   Softball.............................................20
    cancellations and facility closings    Trips............................................ 21-22

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Office is location in the Community Center at 13885 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount, MN 55068.
Parks and Recreation Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm.
Rosemount Community Center Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm.
Evening and weekend hours depend on the scheduled events
Parks and Recreation General Information: 651-322-6000
See numbers for the pre-recorded information line and specific areas above.

                                                                                                                             Phone: 651-322-6000 I 1
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                                    Special Events

     FAMILY OPEN GYM - FREE
     Are you looking for something to do as a
     family during the cold winter months? Play
     and be active together! Come to the new
     Family Open Gym for some recreational fun.
     We’ll fill the gym with tons of balls and hoops
     and you can exercise the sillies out of your
     kids, while having fun as a family! Children are      WHO:        Families, All youth must be accompanied
     not to be left unattended. All youth must be                      by an adult 18 years of age or older.
     accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or            WHEN:       Sundays December 2 through March 31
                                                           TIME:       5-7pm
     older. Please do not bring outside equipment
                                                           WHERE:      Rosemount Community Center
     and no organized teams or games are allowed                       Gymnasium
     during Family Open Gym. No food allowed               SKIP DATES: February 3, 2019
     in gym.                                               FEE:        FREE

                             LETTER FROM SANTA
                             Santa Claus is coming to Rosemount! Give your child a wonderful memory of
                             Christmas 2018 with a personalized letter from Santa Claus himself! The letter
                             will be addressed directly to your child. To personalize the letter, simply fill out the
                             form and submit it to our office no later than Friday, Dec. 14. Forms can be
                              found on the City of Rosemount website under Parks and Recreation,
                              Special Events or you can also contact our office at 651-322-6000 to get a
                              form mailed or emailed to you.

                              Fee: $4 per letter

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Special Events                                          PARKS AND RECREATION

                                                    FATHER/DAUGHTER
                                                    VALENTINE SWEETHEART DANCE
                                                    A delightful evening/morning awaits you and
                                                    your little Valentine at this year’s magical Valentine
                                                    Sweetheart Father/Daughter Dance! Plan on
                                                    making many wonderful memories with your
                                                    special little girl with dancing, music, fun activities,
                                                    crafts and a special visitor, plus much more.
                                                      Little girls along with their dad, uncle,
                                                    grandfather or other male role model will enjoy a
                                                    “Valentine” themed event. Girls and Dads should
                                                    dress in their favorite fancy attire. The fee includes
                                                    a professional photograph printed onsite to take
                                                    home to remember this special day.
                                                      This event fills up very quickly so please don’t
                                                    wait to register. This event is hosted by S.O.R.R.
                                                    (South of the River Recreators), consisting of the
                                                    Parks and Recreation Departments of Apple Valley,
   DANCE #1                                         Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount and
                                                    Savage.
DATE:        Friday, February 8
             (Evening Dance)                        Please note: there are two dates to choose from
TIME:        6–8pm
                                                    due to demand. Please register for one date, both
WHERE:       Eagan Community Center
             1501 Central Parkway,                  dates offer the same experience.
             Eagan, MN 55121
REGISTER BY: Friday, January 25                       THE EVENT INCLUDES:
             Register early. This event will fill     • A Valentine themed invitation mailed
             before the registration deadline.          prior to the event
COST:        $39/couple and $15/each                  • A photo of the couple taken by a
             additional child                           professional photographer and printed
                                                        onsite
   DANCE #2                                           • DJ and dancing to kid friendly tunes
                                                      • A special visit and activities led by
DATE:        Saturday, February 9                       Princess Party Pals
             (Morning Dance)                          • Multiple craft projects
TIME:        10am–12pm
                                                      • A special take home keepsake
WHERE:       Eagan Community Center
             1501 Central Parkway,                    • Light snacks and beverage will be served;
             Eagan, MN 55121                            we recommend eating a meal before
REGISTER BY: Friday, January 25                         coming
             Register early. This event will fill
             before the registration deadline.
COST:        $39/couple and $15/each
             additional child

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     FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL
     Join Rosemount Parks and Recreation for a
     night of FREE family fun in the Gymnasium
     and Arena at the Rosemount Community             WHO:     Families (games geared for kids ages 2-8)
     Center! Activities include music, inflatable     WHEN:    Friday, Feb. 22
     jumpies and slides, carnival games, plus         TIME:    6-8pm (open skating from 6:30-7:30pm)
                                                      WHERE:   Rosemount Community Center
     much more. Open ice skating is also available
                                                               Gymnasium and Arena
     from 6:30-7:30pm (sorry, skate rental is not     FEE:     FREE
     available; please bring your own skates to the
     event). Mark your calendars; don’t miss out on   Registration not required – just show up!
     this free family event!

                                          WHEN:    Saturday, March 16, 2019
     ROSEMOUNT HOME
                                          TIME:    9am-3pm
     & BUSINESS EXPO                      WHERE:   Rosemount Community Center
     Businesses and organizations                  13885 South Robert Trail
     use the opportunity to exhibit                Rosemount, MN 55068
     products and services to families    CONTACT: (651) 322-2051
     in our growing community.                     stacy.bodsberg@ci.rosemount.mn.us.

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                                                   THE ROSEMOUNT LIONS CLUB
                                                   SPRING EGG HUNT
                                                   A bunny will be hopping into Rosemount with lots
                                                   of eggs and candy for children to hunt for at this
                                                   traditional Egg Hunt for kids ages 10 and under.
                                                   Children will be divided into age groups (1-3, 4-6
                                                   and 7-10) for hunting. Each age group will have
                                                   lots of eggs and candy to hunt for and they will
                                                   also have a chance to find the “golden” egg, which
                                                   they can turn in for a special prize. Children must
                                                   be accompanied by an adult. Bring a basket or bag
                                                   to hold your treats. Please arrive early; the event
                                                   begins at 10am sharp.

                                                   A bunny will be visiting, so bring your cameras!

                                                   Inclement weather: In case of inclement weather,
                                                   the Egg Hunt will be held the following Saturday,
                                                   April 20. Call the PRERECORDED INFORMATION
                                                   LINE at 651-322-6020 and select #6 for event
                                                   cancellations and event make up information.
WHEN:      Saturday, April 13                      For more information, please call Rosemount Parks
TIME:      10am
                                                   and Recreation at 651-322-6000.
WHERE:     Ames Soccer Complex at Dakota
           County Technical College
           1300 145th Street East,                 Please Note: We will be accepting donations for
           Rosemount, MN 55068                     our local 360 Communities and the Family Resource
(Turn south onto Akron Avenue from Co Rd 42;       Center. Items such as non-perishable food, paper
the soccer complex will be on your left.)          products, toiletries and infant items will be very
                                                   much appreciated.

                                                   Sponsored by the Rosemount Lions Club in cooperation
                                                   with the Rosemount Parks and Recreation Department .
                            PARKS AND RECREATION

                                                                                      Phone: 651-322-6000 I 5
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                                   Special Events
                                                      RECYCLE UNWANTED
                                                      HOLIDAY LIGHTS
                                                      Don’t know what to do
                                                      with those old or no
                                                      longer-working strings
                                                      of holiday lights? Tired of fighting with tangled
                                                      up strings with missing and broken bulbs?
     ROSEMOUNT SPRING CLEAN-UP /                      Making the switch to energy efficient LED
     PAPER SHREDDING EVENT                            holiday lights? What do you do with them?
     The City of Rosemount will be hosting its        Most people just throw them in the trash, but
     annual Spring Clean-Up Day on Saturday,          not anymore. Thanks to ProAct in Eagan, you
     May 18, 2019, from 8am-12pm at the Dakota        can recycle your holiday lights. ProAct, Inc. is
     County Technical College at 1300 145th Street    an organization dedicated to serving people
     East (Co. Road 42).                              with disabilities and other challenges with a
                                                      wide range of individual services that enhance
     Once again Rosemount will partner with the       employment skills and self-sufficiency capa-
     Michelle Hoagland Group, Keller Williams         bilities. ProAct participants collect, sort and
     Preferred Realty to hold a free Paper            recycle light strands by working with Minne-
     Shredding Event as part of the City’s Spring     sota recycling companies. All you need to do
     Clean-up Day.                                    is drop off your unwanted holiday lights and
                                                      extension cords.
     As the time for these events approaches, more
     information about them, including specific                               Drop off your broken
     disposal fees for items dropped off at the                               or unwanted holiday
     clean-up event, will be available. Look for                              lights year round at The
     that information in the next issue of the                                Recycling Zone, located
     Rosemount Parks and Recreation Activities and                            at 3365 Dodd Road,
     Information brochure, the Dakota County          Eagan. The Rosemount Community Center
     Tribune, and on the City of Rosemount’s web      and Steeple Center will accept them from
     site, www.ci.rosemount.mn.us. Please contact     November 15, 2018 through January 31, 2019.
     the City’s Solid Waste Coordinator at 651-322-   There is no cost to drop off your holiday lights
     6005 with any questions you may have.            and electric cords, including those from tele-
                                                      phones and appliances. Please do not drop off
                                                      cord adapters, plastic rope lights, CFL lights,
                                                      or battery packs. Please remove light stings
                                                      from pre-lit trees and other decorations and
                                                      figurines if possible.

                                                      See pages 29-30 for more recycling tips!

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Open Gym                                             PARKS AND RECREATION

                                                                    YOUTH ACTIVITIES
PARENT/TOT OPEN GYM (AGES 5-UNDER)                     WHEN:       Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
This FREE program provides children ages five and      TIME:       9:30-11am
under an opportunity for recreational playtime in      WHERE:      Rosemount Community Center
the gymnasium. Each child must be accompanied                      Gymnasium
by a parent or guardian in order to participate in     SKIP DATES: Dec 24
this drop-in program. The Parks and Recreation                     Jan 11
Department provides balls and other fun play
equipment. Supervision of children during tot open
gym is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

FREE YOUTH OPEN GYM
ON NO-SCHOOL DAYS!
The Rosemount Parks and
Recreation Department will be hosting free open
gym times for students on non-school days. Join
us for a game of pick-up basketball or volleyball, a
game of dodge ball or kickball - the choice is up to
you! The Parks and Recreation Department will sup-
ply all equipment. A parent or guardian is required
to attend during the K-5 open gym time.
 WHEN:    Friday, November 30
          Wednesday, December 26
          Thursday, December 27
          Friday, December 28
          Friday, January 18
          Monday, January 21
          Friday, February 8
          Monday, February 18
          Friday, March 8
          Monday, March 25
          Tuesday, March 26
          Wednesday, March 27
          Thursday, March 28
          Friday, March 29

 TIMES:  12:30– 2pm Elementary School Open Gym (K-5 with an adult)
         2-3:30pm Middle School/High School Open Gym (Grades 6-12)
 WHERE: Rosemount Community Center Gymnasium
 FEE:    FREE
 No registration is needed – just show up!

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                                  Winter Adventures

   WINTER ADVENTURES                                                         WHO:         Kids ages 6-12
   This is a day your child will not forget! This full-day program is jam-   WHEN:        Monday, Jan 21
   packed with activities to get them going including: snowshoeing, cross                 (no school day)
   country skiing, boot hockey, broomball, sledding, boot soccer and more!   TIME:        8am-4pm
   This class is perfect for the child that enjoys the outdoors and needs    WHERE:       Ritter Farm Park,
   more movement in their lives. Sports equipment provided. Please bring                  19300 Ritter Trail,
   winter clothing including: boots, hat, two pair of mittens, snow pants,                Lakeville
   jacket, water bottle, two snacks and a big lunch. Parents will need to    FEE:         $69 per participant
   transport their kids to and from Ritter Farm Park in Lakeville.           REGISTER BY: Monday, January 7

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Learn to Skate
The Rosemount Learn to
                                                                              PARKS AND RECREATION

                                                                         YOUTH ACTIVITIES
                                       WINTER SESSION    Monday, January 7 – March 4, 2019 (skip Feb 4)
Skate program offers a basic           REGISTER BY:      Thursday, January 3 for the Winter Session
skills program. This program
offers a skill progression             SPRING SESSION    Monday, March 11- April 29, 2019
designed to enhance the                REGISTER BY:      Thursday, March 7 for the Spring Session
capabilities of all skaters.
Please look carefully at the
class descriptions. It is not
uncommon for a student to
repeat a level before master-
ing all the skills at that level.
All classes are held on Monday
evenings at the Rosemount
Ice Arena, 13885 South Robert
Trail. Questions should be
directed to Rosemount Parks
and Recreation at
651-322-6000.
                                       6:05pm                  6:40pm                  7:15pm
The times at right are
suggested class times.
                                       • Parent/Tot            • Snow Plow Sam 1       • Basic 1
                                       • Snow Plow Sam 1       • Snow Plow Sam 2       • Basic 2
These times may change                 • Snow Plow Sam 2       • Basic 1               • Basic 3
depending on the number                • Basic 1               • Basic 2               • Basic 4
of registrations and age               • Basic 2               • Basic 3               • Basic 5
of students registering for                                                            • Basic 6
each level. Class times will                                                           • Hockey 1
be assigned accordingly and                                                            • Hockey 2
every attempt will be made to
notify participants before the
first class if their class time has
changed.                                                What level should I sign up for?
                                      New skaters (ages 3-5) – should sign up for Snow Plow Sam 1.
Note: There are no refunds for
                                      Skaters (age 6 and older) with no skating experience should sign up
Learn to Skate Lessons after
                                      for Basic 1.
the registration deadline.P
                                      Skaters (age 6 and older) with skating experience should sign up for
                                      Basic 2.
                                      Please note: All skaters will be evaluated the first week and placed in
                                      a class that matches their skating ability and age.

                                                                     (Learn to Skate continues on pages 10-11)

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                                     Learn to Skate
     LESSONS FOR 3-5 YEAR OLDS                  LESSONS FOR AGES 6 AND OLDER

   PARENT/TOT                             BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM 1-6
   This class is for the little skater    All Skaters age 6 and older not previously enrolled in a Learn to Skate
   (ages 3-4) and a parent. The Par-      Program need to register for Basic 1. We will evaluate all skaters on the
   ent/Tot class will teach the child     first night and make appropriate adjustments.
   how to skate and will help the
   parent understand how to teach         BASIC 1
   their children to skate. Both the      This class is for skaters who have passed Snow Plow Sam 1 and 2
   tot and the parent need to wear        or beginning skaters that are age 5 or older. In this level, skaters will
   ice skates. It is helpful if the       work on forward/backward skating and stopping. The following skills
   parent has at least basic skating      will need to be mastered before moving to the next level: stand up
   skills prior to taking this class.     from ice, forward march, forward two-foot glide, dip, forward swizzles,
                                          backward wiggles, snowplow stop, and rocking horse.
   SNOWPLOW SAM 1
   This class is for pre-school skaters   BASIC 2
   (ages 3-5) with no skating experi-     This class is for skaters who have passed BASIC 1.
   ence. Skaters will need to master      In this level, skaters will work on pushing, gliding, turning and stop-
   the following skills before mov-       ping. The following skills will need to be mastered before moving on
   ing on to the next level: stand        to the next level: Forward one-foot glides, backward two-foot glides,
   up on ice with skates, march in        backward swizzles, two-foot turns in place, moving snowplow stop,
   place, forward march 8-10 steps,       and scooter pushes.
   march - then glide on two feet,
   and dip in place.                      BASIC 3
                                          This class is for skaters who have passed BASIC 2.
   SNOWPLOW SAM 2                         In this class, skaters will work on stroking, swizzle pumps, moving
   This class is for pre-school skaters   turns, and backward glides.
   (ages 3-5) who have passed             The following skills will need to be mastered before moving on to the
   Snowplow Sam 1. Skaters will           next level: Forward stroking, forward half swizzle pumps on a circle,
   need to master the following           moving two-foot turns, backward one-foot glides, forward slalom,
   skills before moving on to the         and backward snowplow stop.
   next level: march followed by
   a long glide, dip while moving,        BASIC 4
   backward wiggles, rocking horse,       This class is for skaters who have passed BASIC 3.
   forward two-foot swizzles and          In this class, skaters will work on edges, crossovers and stroking. The
   two-foot hop in place.                 following skills will need to be mastered before moving on to the next
                                          level: Forward outside and inside edge on a circle, forward crossovers,
                                          backward half swizzle pumps on a circle, backward one-foot glide,
                                          and a beginning two-foot spin.

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                                                                      YOUTH ACTIVITIES
BASIC 5                                               BASIC 6
This class is for skaters who have passed BASIC 4.    This class is for skaters who have passed BASIC 5.
In this class, skaters will work on backward edges,   In this class, skaters will work on spirals, footwork
backward crossovers, spins, and three turns. The      and introduction to jumping. The following skills
following skills will need to be mastered before      will need to be mastered before moving on:
moving on to the next level. Backward outside         Forward inside three-turn, moving backward to
and inside edge on a circle, backward crossovers,     forward two-foot turn, T-stop, Bunny hop, forward
forward outside three turn, hockey stop, and          spiral on a straight line, forward lunge.
advanced two-foot spin.

      HOCKEY

 The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the
 fundamentals of hockey skating. In four badge
 levels, skaters will learn how to maneuver faster
 and be more agile on the ice. Proper skating
 techniques are the primary focus of the levels.
 Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals to
 be successful in game situations.
 Special Notes:
 • Protective headgear is required in all
                                                      HOCKEY 1
   classes. Bike helmets or lightweight hockey
                                                      Designed for skaters ages 5-14 who have passed
   helmets are acceptable.
                                                      BASIC 1.
 • Only skaters enrolled in the Learn to Skate
                                                      Skaters are required to bring hockey skates and a
   program may be on the ice.
                                                      hockey helmet.
 • Name Tags: All skaters should pick up their
                                                      Fundamentals of hockey skating, skaters will learn
   name tags as they enter the arena. Class time,
                                                      to move faster and be more agile on the ice. All
   class level and class color are on the tag.
                                                      elements will be taught without a stick or puck.
   Skaters should skate to the corresponding
                                                      Will work on forward skating, backward skating and
   color on the glass at their lesson time.
                                                      stopping.
 • Class Attire: Skaters should wear warm,
   comfortable clothing. Dress in layers so
                                                      HOCKEY 2
   jackets and sweaters can be removed as the
                                                      This class is for skaters who have passed
   skaters warm up. Mittens or gloves are a must.
                                                      Hockey 1.
   No tight jeans as they restrict movement.
                                                      Skaters are required to bring hockey skates and a
 • Rental skates are not available. Please make
                                                      hockey helmet.
   sure your skate blades are sharp and your
                                                      Fundamentals of hockey skating, skaters will learn
   boots fit properly. No double-blade skates are
                                                      to move faster and be more agile on the ice. All
   allowed.
                                                      elements will be taught without a stick or puck.
                                                      Will work on turns, crossovers and stopping.

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     ROSEMOUNT ICE ARENA
   OPEN SKATE: DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31                           OPEN SKATE: SCHOOL VACATION DATES:
    DAY OF WEEK                  TIME                  FEE         DAY           TIME        FEE
    Sundays                   1:30-3pm                 $4      Friday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               November 30
    Tuesdays                  11:30am-1pm              $2
                                                               Wednesday,
    Wednesdays*               7-8:30pm                 $4                    11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               December 26
    Thursdays                 11:30am-1pm              $2
                                                               Thursday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
   *Wednesday sessions are through January 30th only           December 27
   SKIP DATES:                                                 Friday,
   Sunday, December 2              Tuesday, January 1                        11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               December 28
   Tuesday, December 25            Sunday, March 10
                                                               Monday,
   Thursday, December 27                                                     11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               December 31
   Skate Aids:                                                 Tuesday,
   $5 for skate aid rental, $3 returned to skater when                       11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               January 1
   the skate aid is .returned to staff.
                                                               Friday,
   Skate Rental:                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               January 18
   The Rosemount Ice Arena does NOT have skates
   available for rental.                                       Monday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               January 21
                                                               Thursday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               February 7
                                                               Friday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               February 8
    LEARN TO SKATE                                             Monday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               February 18
    The Rosemount Parks
                                                               Friday,
    and Recreation                                             March 8
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
    Department offers Learn
                                                               Monday,
    to Skate on Monday                                                       11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               March 25
    evenings. This program                                     Tuesday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
    is for all ages and skills.                                March 26
    For more information                                       Wednesday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               March 27
    call 651-322-6000.
                                                               Thursday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               March 28
                                                               Friday,
                                                                             11:30am-1pm      $4
                                                               March 29

     Good Luck To All Rosemount Learn To Skate Participants!

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                                                           ROSEMOUNT ICE ARENA
ADULT OPEN HOCKEY: DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31                             SKIP DATES:
       DAY OF WEEK                 TIME                  FEE         Tuesday, December 25
                                                                     Thursday, December 27
 Tuesdays and Thursdays          7-9:00am           $4 per skater    Tuesday, January 1

YOUTH OPEN HOCKEY: DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31                             SKIP DATES:
       DAY OF WEEK                 TIME                  FEE         Tuesday, December 25
                                                                     Thursday, December 27
Tuesdays and Thursdays         9:30-11:30am         $2 per skater    Tuesday, January 1
An informal drop-in hockey program is offered to youth (ages 6 and   Tuesday, March 26
younger). Pick-up games can be played. Teams are formed by the       Thursday, March 28
participants.

OPEN FREESTYLE: NOVEMBER 30 – FEBRUARY 1
                                                                     *Time change on these dates:
       DAY OF WEEK                 TIME                  FEE
                                                                     11/30 – 6:30–8:30am
 Figure Skating Only           6:45–9:00am*                          12/26 – 6:30–8:30am
                                                    $4 per skater    12/28 – 6:30–8:30am
 Wednesdays and Fridays      Doors open at 6:30am
                                                                     1/11 – 6:30–8:30am
OPEN FREESTYLE SCHOOL VACATION DATES                                 1/18 – 6:30–8:30am

Thursday, December 27          9:45–11:15am         $4 per skater
Monday, January 21             5–6:00pm             $4 per skater

OPEN FREESTYLE: FEBRUARY 2 – MARCH 31
       DAY OF WEEK                 TIME                  FEE         *Time change on these dates:
                                                                     3/8 – 6:30–8:30am
 Figure Skating Only           6:30–9:00am*                          3/26 – 6:30–8:30am
                                                    $4 per skater
 Wednesdays and Fridays      Doors open at 6:30am                    3/28 – 6:30–8:30am

OPEN FREESTYLE SCHOOL VACATION DATES
 Friday, March 8               8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater
 Monday, March 25              6:30–8:30am          $4 per skater
 Monday, March 25              8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater
 Tuesday, March 26             8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater
 Wednesday, March 27           8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater
 Thursday, March 28            8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater
 Friday, March 29              8:30–10:00am         $4 per skater

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     ROSEMOUNT ICE ARENA
   OPEN STICK AND PUCK: DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31
   This is for skill development only. NO GAMES ARE ALLOWED DURING STICK and PUCK SESSIONS.
   All Ages. Youth under age 18 MUST wear full equipment and ages 18+ MUST wear a helmet.

          DAY                     TIME        FEE       DAY              TIME            FEE
    Wednesday,                                      Tuesday,
                              1:15–2:15pm     $6                     10:15–11:15am        $6
    December 26                                     March 26
    Thursday,                                       Wednesday,
                              1:15–2:15pm     $6                     10:15–11:15am        $6
    December 27                                     March 27
    Friday,                                         Thursday,
                              1:15–2:15pm     $6                     10:15–11:15am        $6
    December 28                                     March 28
    Friday,                                         Friday,
                              10:15–11:15am   $6                     10:15–11:15am        $6
    March 8                                         March 29
    Monday,
                              10:15–11:15am   $6
    March 25

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                 OUTDOOR RINKS AND WARMING HOUSE HOURS
WARMING HOUSE
LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
Locations:
CENTRAL PARK
2893 145th Street W
*JAYCEE PARK
15425 Shannon Parkway
*BLOOMFIELD PARK
14225 Bloomfield Path
HOURS:
Monday - Friday:
4-9:00pm
Saturday:                                            WARMING HOUSE
10am-9pm                                             CLOSING POLICY:
                                                     1 If the temperature is -10
Sunday:                                                degrees F; and/or
1-9pm
                                                     2. If the wind-chill is -25
Scheduled to open December                              degrees F; or
18 (Weather permitting)                              3. If snow accumulates on the
*JAYCEE PARK and                                        rink and the rink has not yet
BLOOMFIELD PARK                                         been cleared. The City parks
RAHA will be using these rinks                          maintenance will clear the
from 6-8:30pm, Mondays,                                 rinks as soon as possible.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays                      4. If the temperature is warm
                                                        and the rinks are covered with
                                                        a significant amount of water.
Rules and Regulations:
Rules are posted in each
warming house. Warming             HOLIDAY AND NON SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULE:
House Attendants will enforce      December 24 (Christmas Eve)  Closed
the policies to insure the safe-   December 25 (Christmas Day)  Closed
ty of all skaters and spectators
                                   December 26                  10am-9pm
using the park facility.
                                   December 27                  10am-9pm
Please note, shooting pucks
or playing open hockey is only     December 28                  10am-9pm
allowed at Bloomfield Park         December 31                  10am-5pm
and Jaycee Park rinks.             January 1                    1-9pm
                                   January 11                   10am-9pm
ARE THE RINKS OPEN?                January 18                   10am-9pm
CALL THE INFORMATION
                                   January 21 (MLK Day)         10am-9pm
LINE AT 651-322-6020, #6.
                                   February 7                   10am-9pm
                                   February 8                   10am-9pm
                                   February 18 (Presidents Day) 10am-9pm

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     REGISTRATION INFORMATION
   HOW TO REGISTER:
   Five Easy Ways to register
   1. Online
     •   Go to www.ci.rosemount.mn.us and click on Government, then Parks and Recreation.
     •   On the Parks and Recreation home page, click on the box “Online Registration”. You will be directed to
   		    our online registration home page.
     •   Click on the “Registration” tab to view available programs or
     •   Create an account for you and all family members to register for programs
   2. By Mail
      • Mail your completed registration form along with full payment to:
        Rosemount Parks and Recreation
        13885 South Robert Trail
        Rosemount, MN 55068
   3. In Person
     • Register at the Parks and Recreation Office in the lower level of the Community Center at 13885 South
   		 Robert Trail, Monday – Friday between the hours of 8am–4:30pm
   4. By Fax
      • Fax your completed registration form to: 651-322-6080
   5. Drop Box
     • Drop your completed registration in the drop box located outside of City Hall (2875 145th street West)
   		 or inside the Steeple Center (14375 South Robert Trail)

   Registration Information:
   CONFIRMATION: Letters are not sent confirming your registration. Assume you are in the program you register for
   unless notified otherwise. If you provide your email address, an email confirmation will be sent.
   CANCELLATIONS: We reserve the right to cancel an activity if registrations are insufficient. Minimum/maximum
   requirements are set for each program. If an activity is cancelled, you will be notified as soon as possible and receive
   a full refund.
   REFUND POLICY: Registration fees for programs cancelled by the Parks and Recreation Department or cancelled by
   the participant prior to the registration deadline will be fully refunded. Due to circumstances beyond our control,
   there are no refunds for certain preregistered programs.
   FEE ASSISTANCE: Limited funds are available to Rosemount residents for financial assistance to participate in recre-
   ational programs. For information call 651- 322-6000.
   EQUAL ACCESS OPPORTUNITY FOR PROGRAMS/SERVICES: Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to partici-
   pate in programs are available upon request with a minimum of 96 hours advance notice. The City will make every
   attempt to provide the aids; however, this may not be possible on short notice.
   EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Rosemount is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its
   programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability,
   age, marital status, sexual preference or status with regard to public assistance.
   DATA PRIVACY ACT: In accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the Parks and Recreation
   Department hereby informs you that the personal information we are requesting of you and/or your child or guard-
   ian on our registration form is now considered private. Private data is available to you and to City staff who need to
   have this information to perform their duties, but not to the public. While you may choose to withhold this data, the
   consequences could be that the City’s Parks and Recreation staff may not be able to complete your registration and/
   or you may not receive updated program information, such as schedule changes.

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PLEASE MAIL OR DELIVER TO:                                                               PARKS AND RECREATION
  Rosemount Parks and Recreation
  13885 South Robert Trail
  Rosemount, MN 55068                                                            REGISTRATION FORM

  Name of Parent, Guardian or Adult Participant: _________________________________________________________

  Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________

  City: ________________________________________ State: ___________________ Zip: ______________________

  Home Phone: ____________________ Cell Phone: ______________________ Work Phone: _____________________

  E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

  I, the undersigned parent, guardian or adult participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to
  participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnify, and hold the City harmless from and
  against any and all liability for any injury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of,
  or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity.

  Parent, Guardian or Adult Participant _____________________________________ Signature Date________________

    PARTICIPANT NAME                         DATE OF BIRTH AGE                ACTIVITY AND SESSION          TIME       FEE
                                              (OR ADULT)                          (if applicable)

                                                                                                           TOTAL

  Photograph Clause:                 TOTAL FEES___________
  Rosemount Parks and                                                                         FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
  Recreation periodically takes      Method of Payment          Check*                        Participant #______________
  pictures of participants in our                               Cash
  classes, during special events,                                                             Amount $ ________________
  and in the parks. Please be                                   Credit Card                   Check # or
  aware that these photos            *MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO CITY OF ROSEMOUNT                CC Auth #________________
  may be used in the City’s
  brochures, pamphlets, or           Charge my                  VISA         MASTERCARD       Date Received ____________
  other presentations. If you or                                                              Staff Initials_______________
  your family members do not
  wish to be photographed or         Name on Card
  published, you must give us
  written notice.                    Credit Card #
  Special Needs:
  (Health issues, sign language,     Exp. Date                3 digit CW code
  interpreter, taped/Braille
  materials, transportation, etc.)   Signature

                                                                                                          PARKS AND RECREATION

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ROSEMOUNT AREA ARTS COUNCIL
   FRONT PORCH PLAYERS I SECOND ACT PLAYERS

   The following events are held at The Steeple Center. If you have any
   questions, call RAAC Program Chair John Loch at 952-388-8652 or             THE ROSEMOUNT AREA ARTS
   email at RosemountArts@gmail.com.                                           COUNCIL (RAAC) offers inter-
                                                                               esting, fun, and affordable events
   Date               Event                                                    right here in Rosemount all
   December 9         Rosemount Community Band Holiday Concert                 year long. Many events are free
   January 6          Student Art Show and Artist Reception                    and we are always adding new
                      (Robert Trail Library)                                   events, so check our website to
   January 11         Bluegrass Concert – Switched at Birth                    see what may be added at
                                                                               www.RosemountArts.com.
   January 13         Jazz Concert
                                                                               Membership meetings to plan
   January 18         Tribute Band Concert – Buddy Holly and Friends           our events are held the 2nd
   January 25         Tribute Band                                             Wednesday of each month at
   February 1         Jazz Concert                                             6:45pm at the Steeple Center.
   February 8         Bluegrass Concert – Monroe Crossing                      Our three primary goals are to
   February 11 and 12 Second Act Players Auditions for Spring Play             enhance the vitality of our
                                                                               community, bring Rosemount
   February 13        The Loft Adult Writers Class – Writing about your life
                                                                               friends and neighbors together,
   February 15        Tribute Band Concert                                     and have lots and lots of fun!
   February 22        Tribute Band
                                                                               SECOND ACT PLAYERS,
   March 1 and 2      Front Porch Players Play
                                                                                a theater group for those 50
   March 8 and 9      Front Porch Players Play                                 years of age or older – with or
   March 22           Author Fair Dinner and Keynote                           without experience in any kind of
   March 23           Book and Author Fair                                     theater, puts on three plays each
   March 24           Jazz Concert                                             year. FRONT PORCH PLAYERS,
   March 29           Bluegrass Concert – King Wilke’s Dream                   our community theater, also puts
                                                                               on 3 plays a year. Classes offered
   April 12           Bluegrass Concert – High 48’s
                                                                               year-round. Member meetings
   April 14           Jazz Concert – Genesis Band                              are held each 2nd Wednesday of
   April 26           Tribute Band                                             the month at 5:30pm at the
   May 10             Bluegrass Concert – Sawtooth Brothers                    Steeple Center. Everyone is
   May 12             Jazz Concert                                             welcome!
   May 17             Ultimate Tribute Band                                    The Steeple Center Box
                                                                               Office is open Mondays 10am-
   Recurring Events:
                                                                               Noon and Fridays 2–4pm.
   1st Sundays       Elementary School Student Art Show and Artist
                                                                               Cash, checks and credit cards are
                     Reception 2-3pm (at Robert Trail Library)
                                                                               accepted. Reserved seating
   1st and 3rd       PHD and UFO Crafters – 1-4:30pm Bring your partially      is also available at
   Thursdays         finished projects and work on them with friends           www.RosemountArts.com.
   2nd Wednesdays Second Act Players and Rosemount Area Arts
                     Council Membership Meetings – All are welcome!
   3rd Thursdays     Meet The Author 6:30pm (Robert Trail Library)

   WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE GRATITUDE WALL. IT’S A NEW COMMUNITY PROJECT
   WHERE EVERYONE CAN PARTICIPATE AND EXPRESS WHAT MAKES YOU GRATEFUL.
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                                                                            ADULT SPORTS
MEN’S 4-ON-4 BASKETBALL
It is time to organize your team for the Rosemount
Parks and Recreation Men’s 4-on-4 Basketball
Winter League. All participants must be 18 years of
age or older. The league is played at the Rosemount
Community Center on Wednesday evenings. The
league fee is $100. Teams that participated in the
past season will be given priority for registration
through Dec 21. After this date, new teams will
be accepted into the league on a first-come, first-
served basis. Interested teams should call the
Parks and Recreation office at 651-322-6011 for
more information or to receive a registration
packet. Leagues are scheduled to begin January 2.

 ALL FREE!
                OPEN GYMNASIUM INFORMATION

“STEP OUT AND WALK ABOUT”
THE COMMUNITY CENTER (ADULTS)
                Adults of all ages are invited
                to “walk about” the Commu-            WHEN: Monday–Friday
                nity Center. Maintain your            TIME: 8am–4:30pm*
                walking program all year              WHERE: Community Center Hallways
                ‘round, rain or shine, heat or        *Evening hours depend on scheduled events
                sleet. Weather is no longer
                an excuse! Walking maps are           WHEN: Monday–Friday
                available at the Parks and Rec-       TIME: 8-9am
                reation Office located on the         WHERE: Community Center Gymnasium
                lower level of the Rosemount          GYM SKIP DATES:
                                                      Monday, December 24
                Community Center, 13885
                                                      Tuesday, December 25
                South Robert Trail.                   Tuesday, January 1
                                                      Friday, January 11

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     ADULT SPORTS                 Softball Leagues

                       2019 ROSEMOUNT PARKS AND RECREATION SOFTBALL LEAGUES
                                        (AGES 18 AND OLDER)

   League is available to Class C and Class D teams.     Men’s Tuesday (limited to 16 teams)
   Any Class C team registering for this league will     $675 Resident Team
   play in the upper division. Teams will be able to     $750 Non-Resident Team
   purchase District Berths. Seeding for the district    12 weeks of play, 24 games, double headers
   berths will be assigned according to the final        every week
   league standings as set forth in the league rules.
   The top team in each division will be awarded a      CALL LACELLE AT 651-322-6011
   $150 league fee refund as well as league champion    FOR A REGISTRATION PACKET.
   t-shirts for their team.

                                         ADULT OPEN HOCKEY: DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31
                                         Want to stay active and skate this winter? The Rosemount Arena
                                         offers drop-in, Adult Open Hockey. Just show up with your
                                         equipment and play the game! The cost is $4 per skater per time.
                                         Skaters must be 18 years of age and older.
                                                DAY OF WEEK               TIME               FEE
                                          Tuesdays and Thursdays        7-9:00am        $4 per skater

                                         SKIP DATES:
                                         Tuesday, December 25; Thursday, December 27; Tuesday, January 1

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                                                                                   ADULT TRIPS
OLE AND LENA AT LAKEVILLE ARTS CENTER                   at the Parks and Recreation office! Please note that
Enjoy live theater at the Lakeville Area Arts Cen-      tickets must be purchased by the deadline and will
ter. Ole and Sven are gearing up, literally, for the    not be available at the door.
Lodge’s annual 72-hour Pairs Ice Fishing contest.
Lena is far more interested in attending the “Spruce     WHEN:        Tuesday, January 22
Up Your Farm House” class being held at the senior       DEPART:      11:30am from the Rosemount
center while the contest is going on. Enjoy this hi-                  Community Center (south entrance)
larious story of love, family and growing old togeth-    RETURN:      3:15pm (approximately) to the
er in “Ole and Lena’s Ice Fishing Fandango”. Want to                  Rosemount Community Center
make a day of it? We will provide bus transportation     SHOW TIME: 1:30-3:00pm
and a delicious lunch at the new Rebel Chef in                        Lakeville Area Arts Center
Farmington with a choice of a cheeseburger and                        20965 Holyoke Ave.
fries or roast beef sandwich and chicken noodle                       Lakeville, MN 55044
soup. Please make selection at registration. You also    FEE:         $40 with meal and bus transportation
                                                                      or $10 for ticket only
have the option of purchasing a ticket for just the
                                                         REGISTER BY: Tuesday, January 15
show for only $10/person, which can be picked up

THE CHURCH BASEMENT
LADIES IN “YOU SMELL BARN”
AT THE AMES CENTER
From the basement to the barn,
your beloved Church Basement
Ladies are back and getting busy
with life outside the kitchen. After
the last of the hotdish is served,
the coffee pot is emptied, and the
Jello molds are put away, these
steadfast, sturdy women head to           WHEN:        Wednesday, February 6
                                          DEPART:      10:30am from the Rosemount Community Center
their farms, peel off their good
                                                       (south entrance)
girdles, and get on with their daily RETURN:           4:15pm (approximately) to the Rosemount
chores. With plenty of crazy antics,                   Community Center
loads of fresh laughs, and spank-         FEE:         $67 per person
ing new original songs,                   REGISTER BY: Thursday, January 3
“You Smell Barn celebrates rural
life in the 1950’s. And, at the cen-
ter of it all, are your favorite Church Basement Ladies. Whether you’ve seen several versions, or are new to
the world of the basement, the 7th in the Church Basement Ladies series is a musical treat for all. Lunch
will include a full soup and salad bar with turkey breast, mashed potatoes and gravy, seasonal vegetables,
bread and butter, and assorted pie.

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     ADULT TRIPS
   NO BLARNEY IRISH TOUR                                       because there is still one more stop at Abdallah’s
   Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit by learning about       Chocolates, where you can shop for dessert or oth-
   the most notorious figures of Irish descent in St.          er fun gift items! Please note that this stop will be
   Paul, as well as those Irish immigrants who influ-          for shopping only and not a tour of the factory.
   enced the city’s architecture, politics, religion and
   more! A costumed tour guide will board our motor
                                                                WHEN:        Tuesday, March 5
   coach for an informative riding tour around the city.        DEPART:      10:30am from the Rosemount
   Lunch after the tour will be served at the M St. Café                     Community Center (south entrance)
   in the historic Saint Paul Hotel, opened in 1910.            RETURN:      4pm (approximately) to the
   Relax and enjoy the perfect sophisticated-yet-ca-                         Rosemount Community Center
   sual dining experience with the Sideboard Buffet.            FEE:         $68 per person
   Each day features hot entrees with side dishes,              REGISTER BY: Thursday, January 31
   salad, soup, coffee or tea. But don’t get too relaxed,

                                  “SISTERS OF PEACE”           Irish upbringing! After the show we will head to
                                  AT MINNESOTA                 O’Malley’s Irish Pub in Woodbury where you can
                                  HISTORY THEATER              enjoy homemade Shepherd’s pie; diced choice
                                  This trip will take you      sirloin and vegetables in savory gravy, topped with
                                  back in time through         homemade spuds and fresh parmesan cheese and
                                  the Minnesota History        baked until golden brown!
                                  Theater in downtown
   St. Paul, where we will hear the story of the legend-        WHEN:        Thursday, March 28
   ary McDonald sisters. Brigid, Jane, Rita and Kate            DEPART:      9am from the Rosemount
   grew up in a large Irish family in Hollywood Town-                        Community Center (south entrance)
   ship, Minnesota. They all entered the convent and            RETURN:      3:15pm (approximately) to the
                                                                             Rosemount Community Center
   devoted their lives to teaching and peace activism,
                                                                FEE:         $80 per person
   but that is only part of the story. “Sisters of Peace” is    REGISTER BY: Thursday, February 14
   a story of love, passion and compassion – all with
   a sense of humor that comes from their wonderful

   “HELLO, DOLLY!” AT ORPHEUM THEATER                          on his quest he engages the services of profession-
   The darling of Broadway has returned! With a                al matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi. Little does he
   successful revival lighting up Broadway, “Hello,            know that Dolly has his perfect match in mind from
   Dolly!” is coming to the historic Orpheum Theater in        their very first meeting - herself!
   Minneapolis as part of its national tour. With mem-
   orable classics such as “Before the Parade Passes By”        WHEN:        Wednesday, April 24
   and “Put on Your Sunday Clothes”, this Tony award            DEPART:      5:45pm from the Rosemount
                                                                             Community Center (south entrance)
   winning show is ready to reclaim the hearts of the
                                                                RETURN:      11:15pm (approximately) to the
   American people! In 1880’s New York, a rich and                           Rosemount Community Center
   cantankerous widower by the name of Horace Van-              FEE:         $77 per person
   dergelder is on the lookout for a wife. To help him          REGISTER BY: Monday, January 21

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                                                    PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS

  All programs for older adults
  are held at the Rosemount
  Steeple Center, 14375
  South Robert Trail,
  unless otherwise noted.
  In addition to all of the
  scheduled activities and
  programs at the Steeple
  Center, we also encourage
  people to just stop in!
  There is always coffee
  brewing in the beautiful
  lobby area, and we have a
  fully stocked game cabinet
  with card and board games,
  adult coloring supplies, a
  book exchange and more!                HOLIDAY CHEER PARTY                       WHEN:        Wednesday,
                                         Come and Deck the Halls with                           December 12
                                         us at the Steeple Center, Assem- TIME:                 2:30-4:30pm
                                         bly Hall that is, and celebrate           WHERE:       Steeple Center,
                                         the holiday season! Enjoy a                            Assembly Hall
                                         Rockette style dance perfor-              FEE:         FREE
                                         mance by the Irishettes and join
                                         in a round of Vingo. You read that right - Vingo takes the traditional
                                         Bingo to the next level in a custom game that combines music, visu-
                                         als, a little trivia and lots of prizes! There will also be yummy holiday
                                         treats, refreshments, and hot cocoa to savor!

                                         CHOCOLATE AT THE
                                         SOCK HOP!                           WHEN:        Friday, February 22
                                         This winter event welcomes          TIME:        1-3:30pm
                                         singles, couples and friends.       WHERE:       Burnsville City Hall
                                         Boogie to Elvis, sample tasty                    100 Civic Center
                                         appetizers and satisfy your                      Parkway
                                                                             FEE:         $15 per person
                                         taste buds with a melt-in-
                                                                             REGISTER BY: Friday, February 15
                                         your-mouth chocolate buffet.
                                         Games, door prizes and a pho-
                                         to booth are part of this fun experience that you won’t want to miss!

**The organizers are seeking 1950s photos from those who are registered for this event. Your photos will be included
in a 1950s themed slide show that will be played at the event. If you would like to submit a photo, please e-mail it to
Bill Bird (Apple Valley Senior Center): bbird@ci.apple-valley.mn.us.

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                                                             Steeple Speaker Series
                                                             HONORING CHOICES
  SENIOR LEARNING NETWORK                                    In the event of a sudden illness or injury, you may
  Have you ever wanted to tour a museum or visit             not be able to communicate your healthcare
  a National Park, but the travel is too prohibitive?        choices to your loved ones or your healthcare
  Well now these attractions can be brought to you           team. Advanced Care Planning is an ongoing pro-
  right at The Steeple Center! We have joined the            cess of reflecting on and discussing your choices
  Senior Learning Network, which brings remark-              based on your values, beliefs, goals and health
  able people and programs right into your world             status. Advanced Care Planning is important for
  through interactive videoconferencing. Connect to          all adults. Please join presenter Sheila Johnson
  scientists, authors, historians, artists, museums and      from Fairview to learn more.
  other professionals! The Senior Learning Network
  recognizes the continuous learning needs of                WHEN:          Tuesday, January 29
                            older adults by developing       TIME:          1-2:00pm
WHEN: Dates and             educational programming          WHERE:         Steeple Center, Room 202
        Times Vary                                           FEE:           FREE
                            designed specifically for this
WHERE: Steeple Center,                                       REGISTER BY:   Tuesday, January 22
        Room 200            age group. Program dates
FEE:    FREE                and times vary depending
                            on availability of the
                           presenter and will be posted      THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF WCCO RADIO
                           as available. If you would like   Remember the good
                           to join the email list to         old days of WCCO Radio
                           be notified of program            – Howard Viken, Jergen
                           announcements, please             Nash, Sid Hartmann,
                           contact Stephanie at              Charlie Boon, Joyce
                           651-322-6016 or                   Lamont, Steve Cannon,
                           stephanie.baumann@                Roger Erickson, Bill Diehl, Maynard Speece and
                           ci.rosemount.mn.us.               more? Retired WCCO Radio News Director Curtis
                                                             Beckmann will entertain us with station history,
                                                             glory days stories, his own experiences and just
                                                             darn fun commentary!

                                                             WHEN:          Tuesday, March 19
                                                             TIME:          1-2pm
                                                             WHERE:         Steeple Center, Room 100
                                                             FEE:           $5
                                                             REGISTER BY:   Tuesday, March 12

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      FREE MOVIE
      FRIDAYS
      Come enjoy a
      free movie presen-
tation and snacks specially
prepared by the chef at The
Rosemount Senior Living!
DECEMBER 7:
“The Greatest Showman”
A musical inspired by the story
of P.T. Barnum’s creation of the
Barnum & Bailey Circus and the
lives of its star attractions.
JANUARY 4:
“Mamma Mia! Here
We Go Again”
The follow-up to the romantic
                                   SENIOR DRIVER IMPROVEMENT
comedy of the same name,           8-HOUR PROGRAM:
featuring the music of ABBA.       Drivers over 55 are eligible to receive a 10% discount on their auto
                                   insurance upon completion of this program. This 8-hour program
FEBRUARY 1:
                                   offers a learning experience for participants by providing instruction
“The Zookeeper’s Wife”
The true story of how the
                                   from a certified professional who uses the most up-to-date research
keepers of the Warsaw Zoo          in the field. Topics cov-
saved hundreds of people from      ered include but are not         WHEN:        Wednesday and Thursday
Nazi hands during WWII.            limited to: visual scanning                   March 13-14
                                   techniques, steering             TIME:        5:30-9:30pm
MARCH 1:                                                            WHERE:       Steeple Center, Room 200
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor”         techniques, antilock brake
                                                                    FEE:         $26 per person
A documentary about the life       systems, airbag safety and
                                                                    REGISTER BY: Monday, March 11
and legacy of Fred Rogers          new vehicle technology.
 WHEN: First Fridays
 TIME: 1pm                         4-HOUR REFRESHER PROGRAM:
 WHERE: Steeple Center,            This 4-hour refresher is open to anyone who has taken an 8-hour
        Room 200                   course. Participants of
 FEE:   FREE!                      all 8-hour courses are         WHEN:        Wednesday, January 9
                                   welcome. This course has                    Wednesday, April 10
                                                                  TIME:        9am–1pm
Sponsor:                           demonstrated a reduction
                                                                  WHERE:       Steeple Center, Room 200
                                   in accidents and traffic       FEE:         $22 per person
                                   violations and is designed     REGISTER BY: Thursday, January 3
                                   to meet the needs of the                    Thursday, April 4
                                   mature driver. These class-
                                   room-driving courses will provide you with a certificate that by state
                                   law permits a reduction in your insurance premiums. The certificate is
                                   good for three years!

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                                                            CRAFT CLUB
                                                            The Craft Club is planning some exciting projects
                                                            this winter! Supplies and tools will be provided,
                                                            and a facilitator will be present to lead the project.
                                                            Please note that pictures are examples only; actual
                                                            projects will vary. Pre-registration and payment is
                                                            required.
                                                            JANUARY 15: Memory Wire Bracelet
                                                            FEBRUARY 19: Shamrock Mug
                                                            MARCH 19: Denim Eggs

                                                             WHEN:          3rd Tuesdays
                                                             TIME:          1pm
                                                             WHERE:         Steeple Center, Room 202
                                                             FEE:           $5/session
                                                             REGISTER BY:   Friday, January 11
                                                                            Friday, February 15
                                                                            Friday, March 15

   YOGA – 50+
   Join instructor Heather Sand for this 50+ Yoga class.       NEW              RESTORATIVE YOGA
   Proper breathing and gentle postures will be taught
   to enhance physical strength and mobility. Chairs are    Join us for tranquil Tuesdays and calm your mind and
   available and can be used to adapt poses for your        rest your body with Restorative Yoga. Take a break
   comfort. The class environment will help promote         from the frantic activity of daily life and go within. In
   peaceful, joyful and healthy individuals. Participants   Restorative Yoga, poses are held for several minutes,
   are encouraged to bring their own mats.                  fully supported by bolsters, blocks and blankets for
   SESSION 1: January 10-31                                 ultimate relaxation. All experience levels are wel-
   SESSION 2: February 7-28                                 come. Participants are encouraged to bring their
   SESSION 3: March 7-28                                    own mats, but other equipment is provided.
   SESSION 4: April 4-25                                    SESSION 1: January 8-29
                                                            SESSION 2: February 5-26
    WHEN:          Thursdays                                SESSION 3: March 5-26
    TIME:          1–2pm                                    SESSION 4: April 2-23
    WHERE:         Steeple Center, Room 200
    FEE:           $25/session (4 classes)                   WHEN:          Tuesdays
    REGISTER BY:   Wednesday, January 9 (Session 1)          TIME:          1–2pm
                   Wednesday, February 6 (Session 2)         WHERE:         Steeple Center, Room 200
                   Wednesday, March 6 (Session 3)            FEE:           $25/session (4 classes)
                   Wednesday, April 3 (Session 4)            REGISTER BY:   Monday, January 7 (Session 1)
                                                                            Monday, February 4 (Session 2)
                                                                            Monday, March 4 (Session 3)
                                                                            Monday, April 1 (Session 4)

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SATURDAY 500 TOURNAMENTS                                                   BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC
Join us for a fun filled Saturday                                          A nurse from The Rosemount
afternoon of cards - bring a                                               Senior Living will be at the
partner! These tournaments are                                             Steeple Center the first Tuesday
for anyone age 18 and over. Either                                         of each month from 11-11:30am
sign up with Rosemount Parks                                               to do free blood pressure checks!
and Rec, and pay at the door, or                                           Participants will receive a wallet
walk-ins are welcome!                                                      size blood pressure log.
Call 651-322-6000 or Mel Engle at
651-363-2046 for more information.                                         WHEN: First Tuesdays
                                                                           TIME:  11–11:30am
 WHEN:  Saturday, December 22                                              WHERE: Steeple Center,
        Saturday, January 26                                                      Conference Room
        Saturday, February 23                                              FEE:   FREE!
 TIME:  12:30pm
 WHERE: Steeple Center,              SENIOR INCOME TAX
        Room 100                     PREPARATION ASSISTANCE
 FEE:   $3 per person, paid          Income tax assistance will be
        at the door                  available at the Steeple Center,
                                     Room 200. Please bring last
                                     year’s tax forms, CRP forms,
SUNRISE PARTNERS                     a government issued picture
Sunrise Partners is a volunteer      identification, all social security
opportunity that partners seniors    cards and all needed receipts. For
with elementary school students      specific items you will need or for
to help with homework, practice      more information, call AARP at
math and reading skills, read        1-888-687-2277. Tax assistance          LOOKING TO HOST AN
and share stories, and provide       is available to seniors on a first      EVENT? Consider the
general mentorship. The goal of      come, first served, drop-in basis.      Rosemount Steeple
Sunshine Partners is to provide                                              Center or Rosemount
an opportunity for intergener-        WHEN:  Wednesdays,                     Community Center for
ational connections through                  February 6 – April 10           your next meeting, event,
academic assistance, shared           TIME:  8:30am–1pm                      fundrasier, party, wedding
reading and mentoring. If you         WHERE: Steeple Center,                 ceremony or reception.
are interested, please contact the           Room 200                        (See pages 32-33 for
Program Coordinator for Sunrise                                              more information).
Partners, Thomas Joseph at
tom.joseph6866@gmail.com or
952-431-5730.

 WHEN:  Mondays and
        Wednesdays
 TIME:  8–9am
 WHERE: Steeple Center,
        Room 202

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     PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS                                     Social Groups + Clubs
                                                         WOODCARVING CLUB
                                                         The Woodcarving Club at the Steeple Center is a so-
                                                         cial group, without formal instruction. Get together
                                                         with others who share your hobby and learn from
                                                         each other! Please bring your own tools, supplies,
                                                         and patterns and some to share if you choose.

                                                          WHEN:      Mondays and Fridays
                                                          TIME:      9am
                                                          WHERE:     Steeple Center, Room 202

                                                         NIMBLE THIMBLE QUILTERS
                                                         The Nimble Thimble Quilters are a social learning
                                                         group, and a different topic is selected for each
                                                         week. Check out the monthly newsletter for more
                                                         information, which can be found at the Steeple
                                                         Center as well as online at www.ci.rosemount.
                                                         mn.us/seniors. Help spread the word and bring in
                                                         your quilting friends!

                                                          WHEN:      1st and 3rd Wednesdays
   STEEPLE CENTER BOOK CLUB
                                                          TIME:      1pm
   Calling all book lovers! We are partnering up with     WHERE:     Steeple Center, Room 202
   the Robert Trail Library to offer a book club right
   here at the Steeple Center. There is no cost, and
   no need to register. Just come on in and join the
   discussion!                                           OPEN PAINTING SESSIONS
   TITLES:                                               Do you enjoy watercolor or acrylic
   DECEMBER 14 (2ND FRIDAY): Born a Crime by             painting? Join others who share
   Trevor Noah                                           your interest on the 1st, 2nd and 4th
   NO MEETING IN JANUARY                                 Tuesdays of the month in Room 202 at the Steeple
   FEBRUARY 15: Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover      Center! These social gatherings are open painting
   MARCH 15: The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata        sessions, and participants are asked to bring their
   Massey                                                own supplies. All ability levels are welcome, and
                                                         participants are encouraged to share their skills in a
    WHEN:         3rd Fridays                            non-structured setting. Come join in on the fun!
    TIME:         10am
    WHERE:        Steeple Center, Conference Room         WHEN:      1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
                                                          TIME:      10am-3pm
                                                          WHERE:     Steeple Center, Room 202

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