Parks & Recreation Brochure

Parks & Recreation

September – November 2018

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Adaptive recreation.................................. 34 Host your next event at the
Adult fitness and recreation...................13
Art and dance programs......................8 - 9 3700 Monterey Drive
Athletic associations................................ 35
Community education.......................30 - 31 Plan your wedding or next event at the ROC.
Facilities and rentals........................26 - 29 Call 952.924.2540 for availability.
Friends of the Arts.................................... 33 Visit www.stlouispark.org/roc
Go green....................................................... 22 for details!
Ice skating and hockey....................14 - 17
Preschool programs...............................6 - 7 Walking FREEAll ages
Registration form...................................... 24
Senior programs........................................ 32 at the ROC
Services........................................................ 29
Special events........................................ 4 - 5 When it is not reserved, the ROC is open for public use.
Volunteer opportunities........................... 25
Westwood Hills Nature Center.......18 - 21 Come get your walk on at the ROC!
Youth and teen programs.................10 - 12
May – September, 8 – 10 a.m. daily
Cover photo: Westwood Hills Nature Center Halloween party
FREEAll ages
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Tuesdays, Sept. 4 – Oct. 9
7 – 9 p.m.

The Rec Center

3700 Monterey Drive • 952.924.2540 • www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec • Weather hotline 952.924.2567

Recreation Outdoor Center (ROC)

3700 Monterey Drive • 952.924.2540 • www.stlouispark.org/roc

Westwood Hills Nature Center

8300 W. Franklin Ave. • 952.924.2544 • www.stlouispark.org/whnc
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ALL AGES
Ready to do some fall cleaning? Get your garage or storage ALL AGES
area ready for winter and turn your stuff into cash at the ROC Polka away under the ROC. Live music, food, beverages,
Rummage Sale. Or stop in and turn other people’s stuff into beer and games/challenges for all ages.
your new treasures. The event will be held rain or shine. DAY DATE+TIME
F Sept. 28, 5 – 10 p.m.
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# FEE $5 per person at the gate. Ages 5 and under free.

Su Sept. 9, 2 – 6 p.m. 202212-01

FEE $15 per table (resident) / $20 (non-resident); max two tables per family.

Registration deadline: Sept. 2 or when program is full.

Family Fall Skate School Showcase

movie nights ALL AGES
Meet the St. Louis Park Skate School coaches, learn more
ALL AGES about the program, enjoy an exhibition by local skaters and
register for ice skating lessons.
FREE DAY DATE+TIME
Sa Nov. 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Join us Thursdays for these fun family movies
from the past. Concessions available. Co-rec broomball
Sundays
Sept. 27, 7 p.m. Space Jam November – December, 6 – 10 p.m.
Oct. 4, 7 p.m. Ghostbusters Details on page 13
Oct. 11, 6:45 p.m. Back to the Future
Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Mighty Ducks OPEN POND HOCKEY

Pro wrestling All AGES
on the ROC For hockey players there is nothing better than the sound
of hockey sticks clashing against eachother, pucks hitting the
ALL AGES wooden boards, skates carving through the ice and the
Enjoy live music and high flying, hard hitting professional fresh outside air.
wrestling with the midwest's top professional wrestlers.
Presented by Midwest Wrestling Elite. Entertainment for DAY DATES+TIME
the entire family! Sa, Su Nov. 10 – March 17, 11 a.m. – noon
DAY DATE+TIME
Su Sept. 30, 3 – 8 p.m. ( music is 3 – 4 p.m.; wrestling is 4 – 8 p.m.) Turkeys on Ice 3
FEE $15 per ticket, general admission. Children 10 and under are free.
Free indoor and outdoor holiday
Visit www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec for more details. skating plus FREE skate rental.

Nov. 21, noon – 1:30 p.m.

Special events

City of St. Louis Park GOBLINS ON ICE

ALL AGES

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive
Join us for free indoor ice skating during our annual Halloween
skating event! Free rental skates are available and costumes
welcome.

DAY DATE+TIME
F Oct. 26, noon – 1:30 p.m. and/or 7:30 – 9 p.m.
FEE Free; no registration required.

NATURE CENTER

37th Annual Halloween Party LGiotbtllein Bash

ALL AGES

Children 2+ must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult.
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Celebrate fall with costumes and characters at Westwood’s
family-friendly Halloween party!

The nature center is filled with indoor and outdoor games,
activities and themed trails.

Visit with friendly animal characters as you walk through AGES 2 – 9
the lighted Mother Nature’s Trail or, for those who are
more adventurous, dare to play mystery mini golf in the CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
dark woods. There is something for everyone, including
music and refreshments! Tickets will be mailed Oct. 11. The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive

Wear your own costume and join in the fun! Come in your costume and boo-gie down! The banquet
room will be turned into Halloween central with fun music
DAY DATES+TIME ActivitY# and Halloween treats supplied by Lunds & Byerlys. Registered
participants can pick out a pumpkin from the Aquatic Park
F Oct. 19, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 228701-01 pumpkin patch. After the event, enjoy free ice skating and free
skate rental until 9 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Walk-in
Sa Oct. 20, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 228701-02 registration not allowed.
FEE Early bird (postmarked by Oct. 10)

$9 per person (resident) / $10 (non-resident)

After Oct. 10

$11 per person (resident) / $12 (non-resident) DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
228301-L1
Households of four or more will receive a 20 percent discount F Oct. 26, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
FEE $6 per child; accompanying adult is free.
for the fourth person and each person thereafter.
Registration deadline: Oct. 26 or when program is full.

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U.G.L.Y. Sweater Dash MAXGALAXY

All ages Coming in November – a new online registration system
The City of St. Louis Park will be introducing a new online
Louisiana Oaks Park, 3350 Louisiana Ave. S. registration system, MaxGalaxy, for its winter parks and
Join us on this ugliest of sweaters dash. recreation programs. If you have an account with the
Dig out last year's treasure, throw on current registration system, you’ll need to create a new
the masterpiece you just created or account in MaxGalaxy using just a few simple steps. Look
simply enjoy the creativity of others. for more details at www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec, as well
This 5K course loops through Louisiana as in the winter parks and recreation brochure that will be
Oaks Park and the lighted trees of Oak mailed to homes in early November.
Hill Park. Afterwards, warm up across
the street at Park Tavern and revel in your accomplishments We’re looking forward to introducing a more
while wearing your brand-new race medal. Registrants also streamlined online registration experience for you!
receive a goodie bag. Pre-race pick up is Friday, Dec. 7, at The
Rec Center. More information will be sent to participants. Walk the Park

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Join us at our community walking event where we will
328501-D1 meet for a 1 – 2 mile walk each month.
Su Dec. 9; RACE BEGINS AT 5:30 p.m. DAY DATEs+TIME+Location
FEE Early bird fee: Before Oct. 19, $20 Su Sept. 23, 4 – 5 p.m. Meet at Municipal Service Center,

Registration fee: Oct. 20 – Nov. 19, $30 7305 Oxford St., to walk Creekside Park
Forgot-about-it fee: Nov. 20 – Dec. 8, $35 Sa Oct. 13, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Meet at The Rec Center,
Day-of registration: Dec. 9 (starting at 4 p.m.), $45
3700 Monterey Drive, to walk to Bass Lake
FEE Free; no registration required.

Fare For All Turkey Bingo

ALL AGES AGES 6 – 12

Prince of Peace Church, 8115 Hwy. 7 CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Fare For All is a cooperative food purchasing program that The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
sells groceries at discounted prices and is open to everyone. Spend the morning playing bingo and learning about the
No registration is required, and many forms of payment are Thanksgiving holiday. Prizes awarded to the winners of each
accepted. Visit www.fareforall.org for more information. bingo game. Registrants can stay for free ice skating and skate
rental after bingo.
DAY DATES+TIME
W Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 7, Dec. 12, 4 – 6 p.m. DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
No registration required. 228302-T1
W Nov. 21, 11 a.m. – noon
FEE $6 per child (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Nov. 21 or when full.

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Preschool programs

Soccer Shots – Mini and Classic Dance programs

AGES 2 – 5 These dance programs are designed to be fun
and introduce youth to the art of dance.
Browndale Park, 4955 Morningside Rd.
Soccer Shots Mini (age 2) is a high-energy Creative Movement – Pre-ballet
program that introduces children to
fundamental soccer principles through fun AGES 4 – 5
games, songs and positive reinforcement.

Little Tot Playtime Soccer Shots Classic (ages 3 – 5) uses creative The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
and imaginative games to focus on basic Participants will stretch, tumble and develop
AGES 1 – 5 BY START OF SESSION soccer skills like dribbling, passing and their gross motor skills through fun games,
shooting. stories and a positive environment. This
CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT introductory class will also teach students
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# age-appropriate skills that will enhance
The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive their body strength and control, while
Enjoy “open play” time in the banquet room. W Oct. 10 – Nov. 14, 5 – 5:30 p.m., Mini 216301-01 encouraging safety, group interaction and
Little tots can bounce in the moon walks, peer encouragement. Ballet shoes, leotard
ride the big wheelers, play dress up or build W Oct. 10 – Nov. 14, 5:30 – 6 p.m., Classic 216301-02 and tights preferred, but not required.
with blocks on the creative carpet! This is an FEE $86 per child (resident) / $96 (non-resident)
unsupervised activity; parents or a guardian
must accompany their child(ren). Registration deadline: Oct. 3

DAYS DATES+TIME DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
Tu – F Nov. 7 – May 3, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 5 – 5:45 p.m. 237203-01
No session Nov. 21 – 22 , Dec. 25 – 28 and Jan. 1
FEE $2 per session at the door or $40 for a FEE $72 per child (resident) / $80 (non-resident)

30-session punch-pass which can be used at W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 5 – 5:45 p.m. 237203-02
any session. (No class Dec. 5)

FEE $54 per child (resident) / $62 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: One week prior to start date.

Little Tot Playtime Attendants Needed

ATTENDANT MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE

Responsibilities include setup and tear down of all
program equipment and supervision of the program
areas Tuesday – Friday, Nov. 7 – May 3, 9 a.m. – noon
(No session Nov. 21 – 22, Dec. 25 – 28 and Jan. 1).
Salary is $9.65 per hour. Immediate children may attend
program for free. Visit www.stlouispark.org/employment
to apply online.

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Arts Kidcreate Studio’s award-winning art classes
allow kids to explore art in an environment
craandfts full of giggles and grins. Kids create fridge-
worthy masterpieces while learning art
Looking for concepts and experimenting with different
Westwood Hills art materials. Curriculum is age appropriate
Nature Center and designed to inspire. Classes provide a
preschool fun, self-esteem building atmosphere full
programs? of “I did it” moments. Making a mess is the
Turn to best with Kidcreate Studio!
page 20.
Big and Messy Art Class Halloween Craft

AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS

CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
Let your little artist paint, sculpt, scribble Park your broom at the door and come on in!
and giggle their way to discovering a grander Together, you and your child will create an
scale of art. These projects are way too big adorable picture of a haunted house, complete
or way too messy to tackle at home! Come with spooky handprint ghosts. The kids are
and create right along with your child in welcome to wear their costumes to class.
these hands-on classes!

DAY DATEs+TIME Activity# DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

W Sept. 12 – Oct. 3, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202108-01 Tu Oct. 30, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202107-01
FEE $56 per child (resident) / $64 (non-resident)
FEE $15 per child (resident) / $20 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: Sept. 5
Registration deadline: Oct. 24

Paint with your Lil’ Pumpkin – Candy-licious Thanksgiving Craft
Grandparent & Me
AGES 4 – 9

AGES 3 – 6 The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
Sign your kids up for some art fun while you
CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT finish your last-minute Thanksgiving cooking.
The kids will start celebrating Thanksgiving
Lenox Community Center Cafeteria, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. early by creating a scene made of “sweet”
Get into the Halloween spirit with your art supplies, including candy! Pack a nut-free
grandchild(ren) while decorating a pumpkin snack and drink for your child.
together. You’ll also enjoy a pumpkin-themed
cookie and juice.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
202201-01
Tu Oct. 30, 3 – 3:45 p.m. W Nov. 21, 1 – 4 p.m. 202104-01
FEE $10 per child
FEE $33 per child (resident) / $38 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: Oct. 24
Registration deadline: Nov. 15

Nemo’s World Art Class Cute Holiday Clay Craft

AGES 3 – 6 AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS

The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
Create an underwater world that your little
guppy will be excited to explore! The kids The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
might even recognize a few fish friends from Does your young artist love to get messy with
Finding Nemo in the underwater world they paint and clay? Are they getting excited about
create. This project even glows in the dark. the holidays? Then this is the perfect class
for them! Work along with your child as they
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# create a larger-than-life ornament out of clay
and paint.

Th Oct. 18, 9:30 – 11 a.m. 202110-01 DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

FEE $19 per child (resident) / $24 (non-resident) F Dec. 7, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202109-01

Registration deadline: Oct. 11 FEE $15 per child (resident) / $20 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Nov. 29

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Art and dance programs

Dance programs Kidcreate Studio’s
award-winning art
These dance programs are designed to be fun classes allow kids
and introduce youth to the art of dance. to explore art in an
environment full of giggles and grins. Kids
Creative Movement – Pre-ballet create fridge-worthy masterpieces while
learning art concepts and experimenting with
AGES 4 – 5 Beginning Broadway – Hamilton different art materials. Curriculum is age
The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive appropriate and designed to inspire. Classes
Participants will stretch, tumble and develop AGES 7 – 9 provide a fun, self-esteem building atmosphere
their gross motor skills through fun games, full of “I did it” moments. Making a mess is the
stories and a positive environment. This The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive best with Kidcreate Studio!
introductory class will also teach students Join us for songs and choreography inspired
age-appropriate skills that will enhance by the Broadway smash hit Hamilton! Work Big and Messy Art Class
their body strength and control, while on musical theater and hip-hop choreography
encouraging safety, group interaction and in Hamilton style and perform a mini-show for AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS
peer encouragement. Ballet shoes, leotard friends and family at the end of the session.
and tights preferred but not required. CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 238303-01 Your child will paint, sculpt, scribble and
FEE $76 per child (resident) / $84 (non-resident) giggle their way to discovering a grander
scale of art. These projects are way too big
W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 5 – 5:45 p.m. 237203-01 W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 238303-02 and messy to tackle at home! Come and
FEE $72 per child (resident) / $80 (non-resident) create right along with your child in these
(No class Dec. 5) hands-on classes.
W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 5 – 5:45 p.m. 237203-02 FEE $57 per child (resident) $65 (non-resident)

(No class Dec. 5) Registration deadline: One week prior to start date DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
FEE $54 per person (resident) / $62 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: One week prior to start date. Beginning Hip-Hop W Sept. 12 – Oct. 3, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202108-01
FEE $56 per child (resident) / $64 (non-resident)
AGES 7 – 9
Registration deadline: Sept. 5

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
Students will explore their body movement
while learning basic isolations, footwork,
performance quality and choreography. We’ll
learn popular hip-hop moves as well as build
coordination, body awareness and self-esteem.
Clean tennis shoes are recommended.

DAY DATES+TIME Activity#

W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 7 – 8 p.m. 238302-01

FEE $80 per person (resident) / $90 (non-resident)

W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 7 – 8 p.m. 238302-02

(No class Dec. 5)

FEE $60 per person (resident) / $70 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: One week prior to start date.

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Candy-licious Thanksgiving Craft

AGES 4 – 9

Nemo’s World Art Class The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
Sign your kids up for some art fun while you
AGES 3 – 6 finish your last-minute Thanksgiving cooking.
The kids will start celebrating Thanksgiving
early by creating a scene made of “sweet”
art supplies, including candy! Pack a nut-free
snack and drink for your child.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive W Nov. 21, 1 – 4 p.m. 202104-01
Create an underwater world that your little
guppy will be excited to explore! The kids FEE $33 per child (resident) / $38 (non-resident)
might even recognize a few fish friends from
Finding Nemo in the underwater world that Registration deadline: Nov. 15
they create. This project glows in the dark.
Cute Holiday Clay Craft City of St. Louis Park
DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS NATURE CENTER

Th Oct. 18, 9:30 – 11 a.m. 202110-01 CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT Birthday parties

FEE $19 per child (resident) / $24 (non-resident) The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive AGES 4+
Does your young artist love to get messy with Westwood Hills Nature Center is the
Registration deadline: Oct. 11 paint and clay? Are they getting excited about perfect venue for any child’s birthday
the holidays? Then this is the perfect class party. Birthday parties include a one-
The Messiest Art Class Ever for them! Work along with your child as they hour program led by a naturalist and
create a larger than life ornament out of clay another hour for gifts and food in a
AGES 5 – 12 (Non-school day class) and paint. private party room for up to 12 children
The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive (extra fee for additional children).
Does your young artist love to get messy? DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Children will meet a live animal, hike
So do we! We’ll paint with plaster, sculpt with outdoors and then celebrate in the
gooey gunk, make paper mache dragonflies F Dec. 7, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202109-01 party room. You bring the treats,
and fling paint like Jackson Pollock. Pack a paperware and presents.
nut-free snack and drink for your child. FEE $15 per child (resident) / $20 (non-resident)
Call 952.924.2544
Registration deadline: Nov. 29 for reservations.

DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Holiday Toy Shop with Kidcreate Studio Reservations are being accepted for Saturdays and
Sundays through November.
Th, F Oct. 18 – 19, 1 – 4 p.m. 202112-01 AGES 5 – 12 FEE $100 (resident) / $110 (non-resident)

FEE $66 per child (resident) / $77 (non-resident) The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
The holiday season will soon be here. Send
Registration deadline: Oct. 11 your little elf to class to create toys that can
be played with or given as a gift. We’ll be
Halloween Craft making snow globes and much more. Pack a
nut-free snack and drink for your child.
AGES 18 MO – 6 YRS

CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive F Dec. 7, 1 – 4 p.m. 201111-01
Park your broom at the door and come on
in! Together, you and your child will create FEE $27 per child (resident) / $32 (non-resident)
an adorable picture of a haunted house,
complete with spooky handprint ghosts. Registration deadline: Nov. 29
Costumes welcome during class!

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Tu Oct. 30, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 202107-01

FEE $15 per child (resident) / $20 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Oct. 24

Art and dance
programs for
preschoolers
can be found
on pages 6 – 7.

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Youth and teen programs

Airsoft

AGES 12 – 18

Special Forces Paintball, Buffalo WhirlyBall City of St. Louis Park
Head out to Special Forces in Buffalo for a
two-hour airsoft session. The cost includes AGES 12 – 17 NATURE CENTER
equipment and supplies. Transportation
provided from the Minnetonka Community WhirlyBall Twin Cities, Maple Grove Teen Survival Program
Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Join us for an hour of WhilyBall – an extremely
fun sport that combines basketball, hockey, Sunday, Nov. 4, 3 – 5 p.m.
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# lacrosse and bumper cars. Two teams of
five players use scoops to try and toss a ball Head into the wild to test your survival
Sa Sept. 8, 1 – 4:45 p.m. 212402-01 through elevated backboards at opposite skills. We’ll learn the basics of shelter
ends of an enclosed court (roughly the size construction, leave no trace and fire building
FEE $42 per person (resident) / $47 (non-resident) of a basketball court) while driving specially techniques, then take it outside for a little
designed bumper cars. Come give it a whirl! practice. Successful fires will be used to
Registration deadline: Sept. 2 Transportation provided from Minnetonka roast s’mores!
Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.
Must be 54 inches tall to participate. See page 20 for details!

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Sa Nov. 17, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. 234404-01

FEE $22 per person (resident) / $27 (non-resident)

Indoor Rock Climbing Registration deadline: Nov. 8

AGES 12 – 17

Vertical Endeavors, Minneapolis
Beginner and intermediate rock climbers,
come along on a trip to Vertical Endeavors
in Minneapolis for an afternoon with an
experienced instructor. Transportation
provided from the Minnetonka Community
Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Sa Oct. 27, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 234405-01

FEE $32 per person (resident) / $37 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Oct. 21

Find more Westwood Hills
Nature Center teen and youth
programs on pages 18 – 21.

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Kidcreate Studio’s award-winning art classes Candy-licious Thanksgiving Craft Dance programs
allow kids to explore art in an environment
full of giggles and grins. Kids create fridge- AGES 4 – 9
worthy masterpieces while learning art
concepts and experimenting with different The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive These dance programs are designed to be
art materials. Curriculum is age appropriate Sign your kids up for some art fun while fun and introduce youth to the art of dance.
and designed to inspire. Classes provide a you finish your last-minute Thanksgiving
fun, self-esteem building atmosphere full of cooking. The kids will start celebrating Beginning Broadway – Hamilton
“I did it” moments. Making a mess is the best Thanksgiving early by creating a scene made
with Kidcreate Studio! of “sweet” art supplies, including candy! AGES 7 – 9
Pack a nut-free snack and drink for your
The Messiest Art Class Ever child. The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
Join us for songs and choreography inspired
AGES 5 – 12 (Non-school day class) DAY DATE+TIME Activity# by the Broadway smash hit Hamilton! Work
The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive on musical theater and hip-hop choreography
Does your young artist love to get messy? W Nov. 21, 1 – 4 p.m. 202104-01 in Hamilton style and perform a mini-show for
So do we! We’ll paint with plaster, sculpt friends and family at the end of the session.
with gooey gunk, make paper mache FEE $33 per child (resident) / $38 (non-resident)
dragonflies and fling paint like Jackson
Pollock. Pack a nut-free snack and drink Registration deadline: Nov. 15 DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
for your child.
W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 238303-01
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# FEE $76 per child (resident) / $84 (non-resident)

Th, F Oct. 18 – 19, 1 – 4 p.m. 202112-01 W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 238303-02
(No class Dec. 5)
FEE $66 per child (resident) / $77 (non-resident)
FEE $57 per child (resident) / $65 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: Oct. 11
Registration deadline: One week prior to start date.

Beginning Hip-Hop

AGES 7 – 9

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
Learn the fundamentals and tricks of hip-hop
in this popular class! Students will explore
their body movement while learning basic
isolations, footwork, performance quality and
choreography. We’ll learn popular hip-hop
moves as well as build coordination, body
awareness and self-esteem. Clean tennis
shoes are recommended.

Holiday Toy Shop with Kidcreate Studio DAY DATES+TIME Activity#

W Sept. 5 – Oct. 24, 7 – 8 p.m. 238302-01

AGES 5 – 12 FEE $80 per person (resident) / $90 (non-resident)
The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
The holiday season will soon be here. Send W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 7 – 8 p.m. 238302-02
your little elf to class to create toys that can (No class Dec. 5)
be played with or given as a gift. We’ll be FEE $60 per person (resident) / $70 (non-resident)
making snow globes and much more. Pack a
nut-free snack and drink for your child. Registration deadline: One week prior to start date.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

F Dec. 7, 1 – 4 p.m. 201111-01

Find more FEE $27 per child (resident) / $32 (non-resident)
youth and teen
programs on Registration deadline: Nov. 29

pages 18 – 21.

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Youth Soccer Leagues

Fern Hill Park, 4421 28th St. W.

DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
Sa little kicks Ages 5 – 6 (by Oct. 31) 126301-L2

Sept. 8 – Oct. 20, game starts vary

at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
Sa kicks Ages 7 – 8 (by Oct. 31)
126302-K2

Sept. 8 – Oct. 20, 1 p.m.

FEE $40 per child (resident) / $45 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Aug. 25 or when program is full.

Youth Basketball League Outdoor Skateboard Camps Little Tigers Self Defense

GRADES 2 – 6 AGES 6 – 16 BY START OF SESSION Ages 3 – 5
These youth leagues teach basketball skills, Carpenter Park skate park, 4900 Hwy. 7
playing as a team and good sportsmanship. Learn balance, pushing, dropping in, and skate Davis Community Center (Meadowbrook Elementary)
Practices are held at St. Louis Park elementary park safety and etiquette. Participants will 5430 Glenwood Ave. N., Golden Valley
schools and begin the week of Jan. 7 (days and also learn how to kick flip, ollie, heel flip, ramp Master Malone will help your child learn
times vary due to coach availability). Teams are ride and more. All instruction is provided by basic self-defense and martial arts skills while
coached by volunteers. Games are played at 3rd Lair staff and the Demo Team. Participants developing coordination and flexibility. Basic
the Crystal and Davis Community Centers. must bring a skateboard, helmet, knee pads, kicks, punches and strikes are taught through
elbow pads and wrist guards. Held rain or a variety of exercises and fun games. This
DAYs DATES+TIME Activity# shine. In the event of severe weather, camp program promotes focus, discipline and
will be held at 3rd Lair Indoor Skate Park, respect – great personal tools to carry into the
Sa Jan. 19 – March 9; three games 850 Florida Ave., Golden Valley. If weather future. *Resident rates apply to participants living
is questionable, call 952.924.2567 for camp in Golden Valley, New Hope or St. Louis Park.
Boys grade 2 305301-B1 status.
Boys grade 3 305301-B2
Boys grades 4 – 5 305301-B3

Boys grades 6 – 7 305301-B4
305301-B5
Girls grades 2 – 3 305301-B6

Girls grades 4 – 6
FEE $60 per person

Registration deadline: Dec. 21 or when program is full.

Mites Basketball DAYs DATEs+TIME Activity#

GRADES K – 1 Th – F Oct. 18 – 19, 9 a.m. – noon 225301-C1 DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S.
This is a skill-based program with an emphasis FEE $100 per person (resident) / $50 per person Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23, 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. 224201-L1
on instruction of basic fundamentals such as (No class Sept. 25, Oct. 16)
dribbling, passing and shooting. Instructional daily fee at the door
scrimmages will be played. Mini basketballs FEE $53 per person (resident*) / $57 (non-resident)
are used, and baskets will be lowered for Registration deadline: Oct. 18
this activity. Teams will be formed at the first
meeting of the program. Indoor Skateboard Camps at 3rd Lair Registration deadline: Sept. 7

AGES 6+ Tu Oct. 30 – Dec. 18, 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. 224201-L2
3rd Lair Skate Park, 850 Florida Ave., Golden Valley
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Parks and recreation is working with (No class Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Dec. 11)
3rd Lair Indoor Skate Park to offer three FEE $53 per person (resident*) / $57 (non-resident)
exciting indoor skateboard camps for beginners
to boarding experts and everybody in between. Registration deadline: Oct. 26
The basics are taught, like balance, pushing,
Sa Grade K: Jan. 19 – March 9, 305101-M1 dropping in, skate park safety and etiquette. Tae Kwon Do
Instructors are experienced in the sport and
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. have years of teaching knowledge. Equipment AGES 5+
needed includes a skateboard and helmet.
Sa Grade 1: Jan. 19 – March 9, 305101-M2 Knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are Davis Community Center (Meadowbrook Elementary)
recommended. All equipment is available at 5430 Glenwood Ave. N., Golden Valley
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. no extra charge if needed. All participants are A self-defense program that teaches discipline,
welcome to stay and board after the camp ends. focus, endurance and flexibility. Master Malone
FEE $43 per person (resident) / $50 (non-resident) will help you achieve awesome kicks, punches
and strikes while getting in shape. *Resident
Registration deadline: Jan. 5 rates apply to participants living in Golden
Valley, New Hope or St. Louis Park.
Volunteer coaches needed
Days DATES+time Activity# DAY DATES+TIME Activity#
Youth soccer and basketball leagues are
successfully run due to the dedication of W Nov. 21, 9 a.m. – noon 225302-01 Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23, 6:15 – 7 p.m. 224302-B1
volunteer coaches. Parents interested in 225302-02 (No class Sept. 25, Oct. 16)
volunteering to coach their child’s soccer or F Nov. 23, 9 a.m. – noon
basketball league team will have their child’s FEE $50 per person FEE $59 per person (resident*) / $63 (non-resident)
registration fee returned at the end of the
season. Maximum two per team. Parent W – F Dec. 26 – 28, 9 a.m. – noon 225302-03 Registration deadline: Sept. 7
coaches must cover all games and practices.
For more information, call 952.924.2540 W – F Jan. 2 – 4, 9 a.m. – noon 225302-04 Tu Oct. 30 – Dec. 18, 6:15 – 7 p.m. 224302-B2
after registering your child.
FEE $150 per person, $50 per person daily. (No class Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Dec. 11)
FEE $59 per person (resident*) / $63 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: The day before camp starts.

Registration deadline: Oct. 26

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Adult fitness

Fun Functional Fitness Gentle Yoga Adult 5 X 5 Basketball League

AGES 16+ AGES 16+ AGES 18+
Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St.
Wolfe Park Building, 3700 Monterey Drive Wolfe Park Building, 3700 Monterey Drive Our men’s officiated league offers
Work ALL your major muscle groups in this This evening class starts and ends with breath competitive and recreational levels. Call
small personal training class. Class will be a work and centering. Poses are held longer for 952.924.2540 for a registration packet; online
50/50 split of cardio and strength, along with strengthening and stretching muscles. Props registration not available.
some fun balance and agility drills. Low-impact will be available for assistance. Mats will be DAYs+TIME DATES
options will be offered as this is an all level class. available, however, feel free to bring your own. T – Th evenings 12-week schedule begins Nov. 20
Instructor: Judy Coughlin FEE $565 per team
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Registration deadline: Nov. 9

W Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 7 – 7:45 p.m. 236502-01 Adult Six-Person Broomball League

DAY DATES+TIME Activity# W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 7 – 7:45 p.m. 236502-02 AGES 18+
Nelson Park Hockey Rink, 2500 Georgia Ave. S.
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6 – 7 p.m. 210507-01 FEE $51 per person (resident) / $59 (non-resident) We offer competitive and recreational
men’s, women’s and co-rec leagues. Call
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6 – 7 p.m. 210507-02 Registration deadline: One week prior to start date or when full. 952.924.2540 for a registration packet; online
registration not available.
FEE $63 per person (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Women's “Round Two” 5K Training Class DAY+TIME DATES
M – F evenings Jan. 2, seven weeks
Registration deadline: One week prior to start date or when full. FEMALES AGES 18+ FEE $410 per team
Registration deadline: Dec. 15 or when full.
Express Cardio Strength and Core The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive
This program will give you the support and Adult Indoor Volleyball League
AGES 16+ endurance to complete another 5K. Coach Katie
started her running at the early age of 14. She AGES 18+
Wolfe Park Building, 3700 Monterey Drive has had her share of 5Ks, 10 milers, half St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S.
In a time crunch to get a workout in? Come get marathons and marathons, including one that Co-rec, six-person officiated league. Call
the ultimate express circuit class and feel great! gave her the forever mark of a Boston qualifier. 952.924.2540 for a registration packet; online
Format will be two-minute strength cycles with She looks forward to sharing her love of “the registration not available. Watch for our winter
a few one-minute ab cycles. All fitness levels run!” Program includes a free entry into the brochure; more leagues begin in January.
welcome! Instructor: Judy Coughlin U.G.L.Y. Sweater Dash on Dec. 9.
DAY+TIME DATES
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# DAY DATES+TIME Activity# W evenings Jan. 9, seven weeks
FEE $200 per team
W Sept. 12 – Oct. 24, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 210502-01 Tu Oct. 9 – Nov. 27, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 233501-01 Registration deadline: Dec. 14 or when full.
W Nov. 7 – Dec. 19, 6 – 6:45 p.m. 210502-02 FEE $55 per person (resident) / $60 (non-resident)
FEE $30 per person (resident) / $35 (non-resident) Adult Softball Leagues and Tournaments
Registration deadline: One week prior to start date or when full. Registration deadline: Oct. 8 or when full.
AGES 18+
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Adult league registration Aquila Park or Dakota Park
The league is USSSA sanctioned and offers all
AGES 16+ Adult league sports are offered for team levels of play (C–D) and tournaments
Wolfe Park Building, 3700 Monterey Drive registration only. Individuals who would like to (additional cost). Call 952.924.2540 for an
These classes are more challenging and move participate in a team sport, but don’t have a team, information packet.
at a faster pace, focusing on building strength, should contact parks and recreation to be placed
flexibility and balance through a continuous flow on a free-agent list. Download registration packets Begins late April
of movement. Knowledge and experience of online at www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec or DAYS DATES+TIME
basic yoga is recommended. Wear comfortable call 952.924.2540 to have a registration packet M – F Men's (single or double-header games) evenings
clothing and bring a yoga mat. mailed to you or to be placed on a free-agent list. Su, Tu, Co-rec: Su, Tu, W, Th (single games)
W, Th
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Adult Broomball FEE Single-header games (12 games) / $580 per team

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 236501-Y1 AGES 18+ Double-header games (20 games) / $800 per team
FEE $68 per person (resident) / $76 (non-resident) ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive Registration deadline for 2018 summer league
Co-rec broomball league offered at a recreational returning teams: Feb. 15
Registration deadline: One week prior to start date or when full. level. Play on a full-size rink early in the season. Registration deadline for new teams: March 15
Call 952.924.2540 for a registration form;
More adult online registration not available.
programs also DAY+TIME DATES
found on page 18. Su evenings Six-week schedule begins Nov. 4
FEE $300 per team
Registration deadline: Oct. 19

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Ice skating and hockey

ST. LOUIS PARK Session registration deadlines and
class exceptions
In order for the skate school to staff and add
classes as needed, the deadline to register for
classes is two weeks prior to the start of the
next session. Add your name to the waitlist if
a class is full. Additional classes may be added.
Skaters registered for the prior session will be
given priority.

KATE SCHOOSL Special notes Fall session:

• F ee includes skate rental, ISI WeSkate September – October
membership, practice ice (if available)
and three free open skate passes. DAY DATES
• P ractice ice (if available) on the day of Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27 (No class Oct. 20)
Ice skating lessons class is open to registered skaters and the Registration deadline: Aug. 25
parents of Snowplow class participants
The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive only. No practice ice available on Sunday DAY DATES
sessions. Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21
St. Louis Park Skate School offers a hybrid Registration deadline: Aug. 26
skating program to meet the needs of all • P rotective headgear is required for all
our skaters and incorporates the Learn to Snowplow skaters. Bicycle or lightweight DAY DATES
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22
Skate USA and Ice Skating Institute (I.S.I) hockey helmets are acceptable. Registration deadline: Aug. 27
• No shoes or boots on the ice.
WE-Skate program curriculum. Each class • S katers should wear warm, comfortable DAY DATES
presents a progression of specific skills that Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23
build upon one another. Questions? Contact clothing, including gloves or mittens. Registration deadline: Aug. 28
the skating director at [email protected]. • F irst-time skaters and those using rental
Winter 1 session:
skates should arrive 15 minutes prior to
the start of class to be on time. November – December
What level do you register for? • S tudents may remain in the same level
DAY DATES
If you are not sure at what level to register for a few sessions before mastering the Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15 (No class Nov. 24)
your child, register them as follows: skills needed to move up to the next level. Registration deadline: Oct. 20

• S katers who are six-years old and younger, Skaters that desire to progress more quickly DAY DATES
who have little or no skating experience, are encouraged to register for two classes Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16
sign up for Beginner Snowplow. a week. Registration deadline: Oct. 21
• S katers who are seven-years old and • C lass assignments are not guaranteed.
older, who have little or no skating Classes may be combined with others or DAY DATES
experience, sign up for Basic 1/Pre-Alpha. canceled if the minimum number has not M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17
Class does move a little faster than been met. Registration deadline: Oct. 22
Beginner Snowplow classes.
DAY DATES
Skaters may be moved at instructor Tu Nov. 6 – Dec. 18
discretion during the first few weeks of Registration deadline: Oct. 23
class to a level that is appropriate or more
comfortable for them.

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Beginner Snowplow Basic 1/Pre-Alpha Basic 5/Beta

AGES 4 – 6 AGES 7 – 15 AGES 4 – 15
For tots with little to no previous skating For youth with little previous skating For skaters who have successfully
experience. Class emphasis is on learning to experience. Class emphasis is on learning to completed Basic 4/Alpha Mastery level.
stand, fall and move on the ice through songs stand, fall and move on the ice. This class will Emphasis is on backward edges on a circle,
and games. Protective headgear is required. teach forward swizzles, backward wiggles backward crossovers, backward stroking and
and beginning stops. Protective headgear is T-stops. Skaters will also be introduced to
DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# recommended. three-turns and beginner two-foot spins.

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216101-T1 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216101-T2

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216101-T3 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216303-Y1 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216806-B1

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216101-T4 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216303-Y2 Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 28, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216806-B2

Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216101-T5 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216303-Y3 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216806-B3

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216101-T6 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216303-Y4 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216806-B4

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216101-T7 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216806-B5

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216101-T8 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216806-B6

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216101-T9 Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216101-10 AGES 4 – 15
For skaters who have passed the beginner
Tu Nov. 6 – Dec. 18, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216101-11 levels. Skaters will master forward skating, Basic 6/Gamma
backward swizzles, one-foot glides, moving
Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. snowplow stops and standing two-foot turns. AGES 4 – 15
For skaters who have successfully completed
Advanced Snowplow DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# Basic 5/Beta level. Skaters will continue
mastery of forward outside three-turns,
AGES 4 – 6 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216804-P1 mohawk turns and hockey stops. Skaters will
For tots with previous skating experience. be introduced to forward inside three-turns,
Class emphasis is on pushing, gliding, stops and Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216804-P2 lunges, advanced two-foot spins and side toe
forward/backward skating. Protective headgear hops.
is required. M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216804-P3

DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216804-P4 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216102-T1 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216804-P5 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216807-G1
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216807-G2
Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216102-T2 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216804-P6 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216807-G3
Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216807-G4
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216102-T3 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216804-P7 Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216807-G5
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216807-G6
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216102-T4 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216804-P8 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23, 10 – 10:30 a.m. $78/$86 216102-T5 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216102-T6 Basic 3/Alpha Introductory

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216102-T7 AGES 5 – 15
For skaters who have successfully completed
Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216102-T8 Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha level. Elements
introduced are forward stroking, beginning
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216102-T9 forward two-foot turns, backward glides, Pre-Free Skate/Delta
one-foot snowplow stops and preparation for
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $78/$86 216102-10 forward crossovers. AGES 4 – 15
For skaters who have successfully completed
Tu Nov. 6 – Dec. 18, 10 – 10:30 a.m. $78/$86 216102-11 Basic 6/Gamma level. Skaters will master
forward inside three-turns, forward edges,
Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. bunny hop, lunge and/or shoot the duck. Skills
introduced are spirals, landing/exit positions,
Special Skater DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# beginning one-foot spins and beginner
half-jumps.
AGES 5+ Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216805-A1
The Special Skater program consists of a
modified learn-to-skate curriculum and test M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216805-A2
standards and opens the door to the wonderful
world of ice skating for individuals of all ages Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216805-A3 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#
and abilities. These tests are designed to be
smaller steps to learn the basic skill maneuvers M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216805-A4 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216808-D1
in the traditional Pre-Alpha through Delta
levels. A parent/guardian or authorized Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216808-D2
companion who can already skate may join the M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216808-D3
skater, if desired, at no extra cost. Protective Basic 4/Alpha Mastery
headgear is required for new skaters. Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216808-D4
AGES 5 – 15
For skaters who have successfully completed Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216808-D5
Basic 3/Alpha Introductory. Skaters will learn
how to hold forward inside and outside edges M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216808-D6
on a circle, forward crossovers, backward half
swizzles on a circle and backward one-foot glides. Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216304-01 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 23, 10:30 – 11 a.m. $78/$86 216304-02 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216302-A1

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216304-03 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216302-A2

Tu Nov. 6 – Dec. 18, 10:30 – 11 a.m. $78/$86 216304-04 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216302-A3

Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216302-A4

Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

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Freestyle 1 – 7 FREESTYLE 7 Adult SkateFit
DAY DATES+TIME
AGES 7+ FEE Activity# AGES 16+
For skaters who have successfully completed Skip the gym over lunch and head to the rink
Pre-Free Skate/Delta level. Skaters will learn Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216817-F1 instead. SkateFit is designed for the adult
to jump, spin and other exciting moves. skater who wants to stay fit by skating but
Skaters must have passed the previous level Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216817-F2 wants more than an open skate session.
to register for the next level. Progression to Each session will be led by a professional
more difficult jumps and spins taught at each M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216817-F3 instructor and is the perfect class for the
level. Student must successfully demonstrate busy adult who still wants to lace ‘em up
the required elements while performing a Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216817-F4 and get their heart rate up. The schedule
program to music to pass a level. is subject to change. Call 952.924.2567 to
Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216817-F5 confirm dates and times.

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216817-F6 DAY DATES+TIME
Tu Sept. 11 – Dec. 18, 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Advanced Pre-Free Skate/FREESTYLE 1 Adult Beginner Individual admission: $10, five-pass punch card: $45

DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# AGES 16+
For adults with little or no previous skating
Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216811-F1 experience. Participants will work on basic
forward and backward skating, one- and two-
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216811-F2 foot glides, stops and improving stability on
the ice.
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216811-F3

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216811-F4 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216811-F5 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216516-A1 Adult Hockey Skills
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216516-A2
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216811-F6 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216516-A3 AGES 16+
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216516-A4 Skaters who are comfortable with forward
F REESTYLE 2 FEE Activity# Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. and backwards skating, crossovers and
DAY DATES+TIME edges. This class is designed to improve
hockey skating skills focusing on power and
Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216812-F1 edge quality. Great for intermediate adult
hockey players who want an extra boost for
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216812-F2 hockey league. Skaters should wear full pads
and helmet. Pucks and sticks won't be used.
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216812-F3 Adult Intermediate Maximum 10 skaters.

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216812-F4 AGES 16+
This class is for adults who are comfortable on
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216812-F5 the ice and are ready for new maneuvers. This
class will focus on improving stops, push and
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216812-F6 glide forward skating, backward glides as well
as learning edges, crossovers and turns.
F REESTYLE 3 FEE Activity# DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#
DAY DATES+TIME

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216813-F1 Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214501-01

Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216813-F2 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214501-02

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216813-F3 Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $78/$86 216517-A1 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216813-F4 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216517-A2

Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216813-F5 Hockey Tots

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216813-F6 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9 – 9:30 a.m. $67/$74 216517-A3 AGES 4 – 7
This class is for skaters who have passed
FREESTYLE 4 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $78/$86 216517-A4 the Advanced Tot skating class and are
DAY DATES+TIME comfortable moving quickly across the ice
FEE Activity# Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. and skating backwards. Skaters should wear
full pads and helmets. Pucks and sticks won't
Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216814-F1 be used.

Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216814-F2 Adult Advanced

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216814-F3 AGES 16+
Adults who are ready to improve edges and
Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216814-F4 turns, crossovers, and begin learning spins,
jumps and moves in the field.
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216814-F5 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216814-F6 Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214120-H1

FREESTYLE 5 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214120-H2

DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $78/$86 216518-A1 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216815-F1 M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216518-A2 Hockey Skills

Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216815-F2 Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 9:30 – 10 a.m. $67/$74 216518-A3 AGES 7 – 15
Skaters who are comfortable with forward
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216815-F3 M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216518-A4 and backwards skating, crossovers and
edges. This class is a fast moving class to
Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216815-F4 Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. improve hockey skating skills focusing on
power and edge quality. Great for young
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216815-F5 hockey players who need an extra boost for
hockey season. Skaters should wear full pads
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216815-F6 and helmet. Pucks and sticks won't be used.

F REESTYLE 6 FEE Activity#
DAY DATES+TIME

Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $78/$86 216816-F1

Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216816-F2

M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216816-F3 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $67/$74 216816-F4 Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214320-H1
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $78/$86 214320-H2
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5 – 5:30 p.m. $78/$86 216816-F5

M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:15 – 7:45 p.m. $78/$86 216816-F6

Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class.

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Team Skating Contract Developmental Ice for

delta LEVEL and UP Figure Skaters
This class is an introduction to team skating
skills. Skaters will be introduced to the five AGES 5+
elements in synchronized skating: circles, Developmental ice is for practice of skating
lines, blocks, intersections and wheels. skills. Private coaching allowed. No hockey
Skaters will also learn the basics of ice dance pucks, sticks or games are allowed. Skaters
patterns, footwork and individual moves must be registered prior to the first day of
in the field and freestyle. Currently offered the new month. Monthly contract is $8 per
at a discounted price. Requires instructor ice time. Non-contract buy-on is $10 per
approval to add. ice time, to be paid at The Rec Center front
office. Non-contract buy-on must notify
DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# the skating director at least 24 hours prior
via email.
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 4 – 4:30 p.m. $55/$63 216809-S1

Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 4 – 4:30 p.m. $55/$63 216809-S2 DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity#

Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. W Sept. 5 – 26, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. $32 216820-01 Public skating

Moves, Power and Edges Sa Sept. 8 – 29, 7 – 8 a.m. $32 216820-02 ALL AGES
Come skate during open skating sessions.
RECOMMENDED FOR ALL FIGURE SKATERS GAMMA LEVEL and UP W Oct. 3 – 24, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. $32 216820-03 Please note the skating schedule exceptions,
or call 952.924.2567, option 7, to confirm dates
Skaters will work to improve stroking, power, Sa Oct. 6 – 27, 7 – 8 a.m. $24 216820-04 and times.
edges, posture and control to enhance their
overall skating ability. Advanced adults W Nov. 7 – 28, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. $40 216820-05 INDOOR: Sept. 5 – March 31
who are comfortable skating forward and
backward crossovers are welcome. This class Sa Nov. 3 – 24, 7 – 8 a.m. $24 216820-06 The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive
is currently offered at a discounted price.
W Dec. 5 – 26, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. $32 216820-07 DAY DATES+TIME
M, W, F Noon – 1:30 p.m. (No skating Dec. 28)
Sa Dec. 1 – 15, 7 – 8 a.m. $24 216820-08 Sa 10:15 – 11:45 a.m. (No skating Dec. 29, Feb. 2)
Su 2:15 – 3:45 p.m. (No skating Jan. 27)
Registration deadline: Two days prior to first session of FEE $3.50 per person (youth and senior)

the month. $30 for 10-pass punch card (youth and senior)
$4 per person (adult)
DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# Open hockey $35 for 10-pass punch card (adult)
MiscellaneousFEES: $3 skate rental, $5 skate sharpening
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $55/$63 216810-M1 Adult Open Hockey
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 4:30 – 5 p.m. $55/$63 216810-M2 outdoor: Nov. 9 – March 17
AGES 16+
Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to first day of class. The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive
Open hockey is available at The Rec Center’s
Junior Club / Program indoor ice arena. The schedule is subject to DAY DATES+TIME
change. Call 952.924.2567 to confirm dates F 5:30 – 7 p.m. (No skating Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 2019)
AGES 5+ and times. Sa 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (No skating Dec. 29, Jan. 26,
Introduces skaters Alpha through Freestyle
levels to use the full ice surface for their DAY DATES+TIME Feb 2, Feb. 16, 2019)
skating skills. Skaters work individually with Tu, Th Sept. 4 – Dec. 20, noon – 1:30 p.m. Su 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (No skating Jan. 27, Feb. 3,
a St. Louis Park Skate School skating coach.
Each skater will receive a 10-15 minute (No hockey Nov. 22) Feb. 17, 2019)
private lesson with the remainder of the FEE $5 per person / $45 for 10-pass punch card FEE $3.50 per person (youth and senior)
class time to practice independently. Skaters
must also be enrolled in their appropriate MEA Youth Open Hockey $30 for 10-pass punch card (youth and senior)
skate school class in addition to this course $4 per person (adult)
and become a member of ISI to record tests AGES 6 – 15 $35 for 10-pass punch card (adult)
and/or compete. The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive MiscellaneousFEES: $3 skate rental, $5 skate sharpening
Bring your own equipment and have fun
DAY DATES+TIME FEE Activity# playing open hockey on non-school days. It is The Rec Center Skate Shop
recommended that a parent or guardian be
Sa Sept. 8 – Oct. 27, 8 – 8:30 a.m. $78/$86 216819-J1 in attendance during skating sessions. This is The skate shop is located in The Rec Center
Su Sept. 9 – Oct. 21, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $78/$86 216819-J2 a drop-in program without staff supervision. next to the gallery in between the west and
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 22, 7:45 – 8:15 p.m. $78/$86 216819-J3 east ice arenas. The shop features rental
Sa Nov. 3 – Dec. 15, 8 – 8:30 a.m. $67/$74 216819-J4 DAY DATES+TIME skates, skate sharpening service and a small
Su Nov. 4 – Dec. 16, 5:30 – 6 p.m. $78/$86 216819-J5 Th, F Oct. 18 – 19, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. pro shop. Stop by and check it out!
M Nov. 5 – Dec. 17, 7:45 – 8:15 p.m. $78/$86 216819-J6 FEE $5 per person / $45 for 10-pass punch card DAY TIME
Sa 10 a.m. – noon
ROC Open Pond Hockey Su 2 – 4 p.m.
Note: Services available outside of the above
All AGES hours. Ask at The Rec Center front desk.
ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

DAY DATES+TIME
Sa, Su Nov. 10 – March 17, 11 a.m. – noon

(No hockey Dec. 29, Jan. 26 –27, Feb. 16 – 17)

FEE Free

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Adult programs ! All children ages 2+ must pay Bears on the Move
and be accompanied by a paid
Nature Unnoticed adult for all public programs unless ALL AGES
otherwise stated. Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
AGES 18+ Are bears expanding their range further
south? Explore what bears eat, where they
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Public programs live and what tools they use to find their
We will take a closer look at the fall prairie food. Create a bear craft and discover their
wildflowers and grasses, along with some of Vultures and Decomposers important role in nature.
the more obscure creatures that make use
of them. ALL AGES DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Vulture Awareness Day was Sept. 2, so it's time Su Sept. 16, noon – 1:30 p.m. 212738-01
to learn about this fascinating and sometimes
Sa Sept. 8, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212504-04 gross group of birds. We'll talk about what FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)
makes vultures and other decomposers so
FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) important. Then spend time exploring the Registration deadline: When program is full.
trails to look for decomposers at work.
Registration deadline: When program is full.

Evening Canoeing DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Honey Harvest

AGES 18+ Su Sept. 9, 3 – 4:30 p.m. 212737-01 ALL AGES
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
Enjoy an early autumn evening exploring FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Buzz on down to Westwood and uncap the
Westwood Lake by canoe. Take a break to lives of honeybees. Visit our hives to observe
enjoy dessert before finishing the paddle at Registration deadline: When program is full. the honeybees in action. Find out how honey
twilight. Instruction in basic canoeing strokes is extracted, make a beeswax candle and get
and safety included. Canoes, paddles and life your taste buds ready for a sweet treat.
jackets provided. Meet at Park and Ride lot on
Wayzata Boulevard. Family Canoeing DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

AGES 7+ Sa Sept. 22, 2 – 4 p.m. 212705-01

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Explore Westwood Lake by canoe. Paddling Registration deadline: When program is full.
is a terrific way to see wildlife and experience
F Sept. 14, 6 – 8:30 p.m. 212501-01 a different side of Westwood. Instruction
in basic canoeing strokes and safety will be
FEE $11 per person (resident) / $14 (non-resident) included. Canoes, paddles and life jackets will
be provided. One to two adults with one to
Registration deadline: When program is full. two children maximum per canoe.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Sa Sept. 15, 4 – 6 p.m. 212706-01

FEE $20 per canoe (resident) / $24 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: When program is full.

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Branching Out Leaf Art

ALL AGES ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
Your neighborhood is full of trees, but what kind Capture some fall color and take it home
are they? Challenge yourself on Westwood’s with you! Learn what makes our trees so
tree ID course. We’ll give you some simple tools spectacular in the fall as we go on a hike to
to find out which trees grow near you! collect natural materials to use in a leafy craft.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Su Sept. 30, 3 – 4:30 p.m. 212707-01 Sa Oct. 13, 3 – 4:30 p.m. 212740-01

FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: When program is full. Registration deadline: When program is full.

Web Weavers Live Animal Meet and Greet

ALL AGES ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. City of St. Louis Park
Explore the not-so-scary side of spiders as we Come visit Westwood’s reptiles and
tell tales and spin webs. We will hike in search amphibians close-up and hands-on. There NATURE CENTER
of some amazing spiders, make our very own will be an opportunity to touch some of
spider webs and meet a very hairy spider up these critters and observe them as they eat. 37th Annual Halloween Party
close! Pre-registration required.
ALL AGES
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Children 2+ must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
Sa Oct. 6, 3 – 4:30 p.m. 212739-01 Su Oct. 28, 3 – 4 p.m. 212714-01 Celebrate fall with costumes and characters at
Westwood’s family-friendly Halloween party!
FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) FEE $3 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident) The nature center is filled with indoor and
outdoor games, activities and themed trails.
Registration deadline: When program is full. Registration deadline: When program is full.

Archery Campfire program Visit with friendly animal characters as you
walk through the lighted Mother Nature’s Trail
AGES 7+ AGES 2+ or, for those who are more adventurous, dare
to play mystery mini golf in the dark woods.
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT CHILDREN 2+ MUST PAY AND BE ACCOMPANIED There is something for everyone, including
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. BY A PAID ADULT music and refreshments! Tickets will be
Here’s your chance to learn how to shoot a bow mailed Oct. 11.
and arrow or get some more time on the range Nocturnal Animals
to enhance your skills! Instruction will be given
on proper technique and range safety. There AGES 2+
will be a 10 minute hike to and from our range. Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
No charge for supervising adult. Come enjoy a Friday night fire at the nature
center. Delve into the world of animals after
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# the sun goes down. Discover how they get
around, meet some of Westwood’s
Su Oct. 7, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 212704-01 nocturnal animals and take a short hike.

Su Oct. 7, 2 – 4 p.m. 212704-02 Wear your own costume and join in the fun!

FEE $9 per person who shoots (resident) / DAY DATES+TIME Activity#

$12 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: When program is full. DAY DATE+TIME Activity# F Oct. 19, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 228701-01

F Nov. 2, 6:30 – 8 p.m. 212741-01 Sa Oct. 20, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 228701-02
FEE Early bird (postmarked by Oct. 10)
FEE $6 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)
$9 per person (resident) / $10 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Oct. 31 or when program is full. After Oct. 10

$11 per person (resident) / $12 (non-resident)

Households of four or more will receive a 20

percent discount for the fourth person and each

person thereafter.

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All About Bones Preschool programs Pollinators

ALL AGES Tuesday Turtles Preschool The puppets will teach us all about pollinators.
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. From bees and butterflies to hummingbirds
Come learn about Minnesota animals from the AGES 4 & 5 and…flies? We’ll visit the honeybee hives to
inside out! Join us as we learn about bones from see some pollinators at work.
all different types of animals. We will explore the DROP-OFF PROGRAM
artifact collection at Westwood. You will also get DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#
the chance to dissect your very own owl pellet Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
and piece together the bones you find inside. Tuesday Turtles will explore and discover M Sept. 10, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212743-01
the world outside while on naturalist-led
hikes. We’ll listen to nature stories, create F Sept. 14, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212743-02
crafts, play games and laugh with our
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# famous puppets. Each class dives into a FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident)
different nature topic. There are three
Sa Nov. 10, 3 – 4:30 p.m. 212742-01 sessions and each session has four classes. Registration deadline: When program is full.
Sign up for one or more sessions.
FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: When program is full.

Papermaking DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#

ALL AGES Tu Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25; 1 – 3 p.m. 238201-01
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
Discover how nature inspired people to invent Oct. 2, 9, 23, 30; 1 – 3 p.m. 238201-02
paper and create some of your own in this
hands-on program. We’ll start with a hike to Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27; 1 – 3 p.m. 238201-03
collect natural materials and inspiration, then
head back inside to learn the process of FEE $42 per child (resident) / $47 (non-resident)
crafting your own unique nature paper.
Registration deadline: When program is full.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Apple Cidering

Su Nov. 18, 2 – 4 p.m. 212711-01 Learn along with the puppets how apples
grow, and see how to make cider with an
FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) old fashioned cider press.

Registration deadline: When program is full.

Youth and teen programs DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#

M Oct. 22, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212735-01

Survival F Oct. 26, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212735-02

AGES 9+ FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident)

DROP-OFF PROGRAM Registration deadline: When program is full.

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Puppet Story Time Turkeys
Head into the wild to test your survival skills.
We’ll learn the basics of shelter construction, ALL AGES Gobble gobble, it’s that turkey time of year
leave no trace and fire building techniques, then again! Join us for a hike, a craft and some
take it outside for a little practice. Successful CHILDREN AGES 2+ MUST PAY AND BE hands-on learning as we get to know our
fires will be used to roast s’mores! ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID ADULT festive, feathered friends.

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#
Laugh out loud as the Westwood puppets
Su Nov. 4, 3 – 5 p.m. 212302-01 tell a story in their animated comical style. M Nov. 5, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212718-01
Begin with open play and exploration.
FEE $15 per child (resident) / $20 (non-resident) Naturalist-led activities will highlight the F Nov. 9, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 212718-02
story and create memories for you and
Registration deadline: When program is full. your youngest family members. There will FEE $4 per person (resident) / $5 (non-resident)
also be an opportunity to go outside on a
hike. Sign up for one or for all three! Registration deadline: When program is full.

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Home school programs Birthday parties

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT City of St. Louis Park

NO CHARGE FOR SUPERVISING ADULT AGES 4+ NATURE CENTER

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Outdoor Water Garden
Join fellow home schoolers for monthly naturalist-
led classes that will help your children learn and The Westwood water garden is another
develop skills in science, natural history and exclusive and scenic location to add to your
outdoor recreation. Sign up for one activity or all wedding, event or photo shoot. This water
three! garden features over 100 native Minnesota
plants blooming throughout the summer
Honeybees and Beekeeping Westwood Hills Nature Center is the season, as well as streams, waterfalls and a
perfect venue for any child’s birthday pond. Stroll along the accessible crushed rock
ages 5 – 12 party. Birthday parties include a one- paths and across bridges, and gaze into the
pond. There are rock bench areas for taking
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# hour program led by a naturalist and photos or to relax and enjoy the view. Rent
another hour for gifts and food in a separately or consider adding this option to
Th Sept. 13, 1 – 3 p.m. 215306-01 private party room for up to 12 children your waterfall observation deck rental.

FEE $5 per child (resident) / $8 (non-resident) (extra fee for additional children). For reservations, call 952.924.2544.

Registration deadline: When program is full. Children will meet a live animal, hike Reservations are being accepted through September.
FEE $100 per hour (resident) / $150 (non-resident)
outdoors and then celebrate in the
Apple Cider party room. You bring the treats, $100 refundable damage deposit
paperware and presents.
ages 5 – 12 Lower Picnic Building

DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Call 952.924.2544 for reservations. Located near the parking lot, this picnic
building has an open design that seats up
Th Oct. 4, 1 – 3 p.m. 215302-01 Reservations are being accepted for Saturdays and to 25 people. Windows on three sides of
this fully accessible building offer beautiful
FEE $5 per child (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Sundays through November. views of the nature center grounds and the
FEE $100 (resident) / $110 (non-resident) playground. The lower park building also
Registration deadline: When program is full. features restrooms and a sink. It’s a great
place for meetings, parties and more!
Archery Facility rentals
For reservations, call 952.924.2544.
ages 7 – 12 Waterfall Observation Deck
Reservations are being accepted through September.
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. FEE $60 per hour (resident) / $70 (non-resident)
Looking for a scenic location for a small
Th Nov. 1, 1 – 3 p.m. 215303-01 wedding, photo shoot or outdoor meeting Two-hour minimum; $300 refundable damage
space? Enjoy the background view of the deposit.
FEE $9 per child (resident) / $12 (non-resident) water garden as you watch the water flow For an additional fee, rentals outside of the dates
over the top of the six-foot high waterfall listed above may be available with prior approval.
Registration deadline: When program is full. and tumble down the hillside! From the
accessible observation deck you can see
Scout programs the waterfall, water garden, Westwood
Lake and surrounding woods. This is an
Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource ideal location for small events for up to
for your scouting needs. We can customize 20 – 25 people. Rent separately or consider
our programs to meet your specific badge adding this option to your outdoor water
requirements, special awards and service garden rental.
projects. These activities provide scouts with the
opportunity to build character and leadership, For reservations, call 952.924.2544.
connect with the community, discover new
things, collaborate with other scouts and have fun Reservations are being accepted through September.
in an outdoor environment. Our 160-acre facility FEE $60 per hour (resident) / $70 (non-resident)
includes wetland, prairie and forest habitats
which are ideal for exploration and service Two-hour minimum; $300 refundable damage
projects. Call 952.924.2544 for more information. deposit.

Service projects

Looking for a service project for your community,
scout or service group? Westwood can provide
opportunities for park cleanups, plantings or
other projects. Call 952.924.2544 to schedule one.

Facilities
also found
on page 26.

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Go green

Fall is the time to remove buckthorn Plant a tree or perennial

Fall is the best time to remove buckthorn from your yard Fall is a great time to plant a tree in your yard or a perennial in
because it’s easier to distinguish buckhorn from native plants. your garden. It is a perfect time for planting due to the cool, wet
Buckthorn leaves will still be green, while native plant leaves are weather, but nurseries will also reduce prices on many items in fall
turning color or have dropped to the ground. Other identifiers to reduce their inventory. Native trees and plants are still abundant
include thorny stems a lot of small black berries. Buckthorn is a and available from most nurseries in the fall.
non-native, invasive plant that spreads quickly and chokes out
native vegetation and landscaping. When purchasing plants for your yard, think about where the plant
To control buckthorn, cut stems to the ground, and then paint comes from; where was it grown? The closer the plant was grown
the stems, stump and exposed root flares with the chemical to St. Louis Park, the more likely it will survive in your yard. Often
Glyphosate or Tryclopyamine (sold under the name Ortho times, plants purchased through nationwide retailers will be grown
Brush B-Gon). Chemicals applied in the fall or winter months in milder climates and will not be established enough to survive our
are effective because the plant is dormant and the herbicide is frigid winters. Buy plants locally when possible.
transported to the root system.
For information on buckthorn control or help identifying it, For more information on recommended trees for St. Louis Park,
visit https://bit.ly/1EQHSN5. visit www.stlouispark.org/trees For information on perennials,
visit https://bit.ly/2xn9WOb.
Pruning your trees: timing is everything
Garbage and recycling open house events
The best time to prune your trees, especially elms and oaks,
is during the dormant season – November through March. Municipal Service Center, 7305 Oxford St.
DO NOT prune elms or oaks April through September. During Make plans to attend an open house to learn about the upcoming
these months, the fungus of Dutch elm disease and oak wilt changes to the city’s solid waste program. Both events will start
disease are persistent and present within the atmosphere, with a short presentation about the city’s garbage, recycling,
potentially infecting any tree with an open wound (branch organics and yard waste collection services and new changes
pruning location) through wind dissemination or insect starting in October 2018. For more information, visit
transport. www.stlouispark.org/garbage-recycling or call 952.924.2562.
DAY DATEs+TIME
Use a licensed tree contractor Th Aug. 9, 5 – 7 p.m.
M Aug. 13, 5 – 7 p.m.
If you do decide to have any type of work done to your trees,
use a tree contractor licensed by the City of St. Louis Park. Fall cleanup day
The city license ensures that the company has liability and
workers compensation insurance to eliminate property owners' Municipal Service Center, 7305 Oxford St.
responsibility or liability of injury on or damage to your property Mark your calendars for the annual fall cleanup! The event is for
from a misguided tree service. Don’t use a contractor that St. Louis Park residents only; personal ID is required.
solicits door-to-door, demanding payment up front or pressuring
you to use their service. Many tree contractors will tell you they Items collected for a charge include: large bulky items, appliances
are licensed, but often times they are not specifically licensed and microwaves, non-flat panel TVs and monitors, VCR/DVD
to work in St. Louis Park, which is required. For a current list players, stereos, mattresses, box springs and tires.
of city licensed tree services, call 952.924.2562 or visit
www.stlouispark.org/trees. Items collected for free include: bicycles, fluorescent and LED light
bulbs, household batteries (NO lead acid batteries or other types of
22 www.stlouispark.org • 952.924.2562 vehicle batteries), flat screen TVs and flat panel monitors, computer
towers and laptops, printers, keyboards, cell phones, paper for
shredding, scrap metal, shoes and textiles.

Pricing is made available online and is subject to change. Visit
www.stlouispark.org/cleanup or call Waste Management at
763.783.5423 for pricing. Cash or checks only.
DAY DATE+TIME
Sa Sept. 22, 2018, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FEE Call Waste Management

Register early! Registration options Register here

To ensure your participation, register as soon as Online
possible. All activities have maximum enrollment
limits. Activities also have minimum enrollment Register online for most classes at webtrac.stlouispark.org.
requirements and can be cancelled if registration
is insufficient. If the registration deadline has passed, Mail
you may call the recreation office or Westwood Hills
Nature Center to see if any openings remain. Send the registration form along with payment to:
The Rec Center
Instructors cannot accept registrations in class. 3700 Monterey Drive
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Resident benefits OR, if a Westwood Hills Nature Center program mail to:
Westwood Hills Nature Center
Residents pay a lower fee for many activities. A 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
resident is someone who lives or works full-time in St. Louis Park, MN 55426
St. Louis Park. Non-residents who register as residents
will forfeit their fee and their place in the activity. Fax

How to register Fax the registration form along with your
Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
Sorry, we cannot accept registration over the phone. payment to:
1. Complete the enclosed registration form. • The Rec Center – 952.925.5663
• Westwood Hills Nature Center – 952.797.9691
Or, register online at webtrac.stlouispark.org.
Be sure to write down the activity number, Visit our office
activity name and fee for each program you’re
registering for. Missing information can delay Drop off your registration form, along with payment,
your registration. Individuals with disabilities to either The Rec Center or Westwood Hills Nature Center.
may request auxiliary aids for registration; call
952.924.2540 or email [email protected]. The Rec Center’s service counter hours:
2. Payment must accompany registration. We
accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American September – March
Express, cash and checks. Make checks payable
to “City of St. Louis Park.” Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
3. Mail, drop off or fax your registration form and
payment. Friday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Confirmations and cancelations Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

We do not send enrollment confirmations. Sunday Noon – 6 p.m.
You will be contacted only if:
The Rec Center will be closed all day Sept. 1 – 3 and Nov. 22.
• The program is full The Rec Center will close at 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 31.
• The program is canceled or
• The date, time or location has changed. Westwood Hills Nature Center Interpretive Center hours:
Activities may be canceled due to poor weather.
Please call our weather line at 952.924.2567 if Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
weather appears questionable.
Saturday and Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.
Refund policy
The Interpretive Center will be closed Sept. 1 – 3, Oct. 21, Nov. 12
Full refunds are given only when an activity is and Nov. 22 – 25.
canceled by the parks and recreation division.
When registration is withdrawn prior to the first Westwood Hills Nature Center trails and playground are open daily,
day of the activity, a 20 percent administrative fee sunrise to sunset.
will be assessed. Partial credit will be considered if
cancellation is due to injury or serious illness.

Financial assistance

Partial fee assistance for some activities is available
to qualifying St. Louis Park residents who submit
a fee assistance form. For more information, call
Caroline Voss at 952.924.2540 or download a form
online at www.stlouispark.org/activities-programs.

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Park & Recreation Division Westwood Hills Nature Center
3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 8300 W. Franklin Ave., St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Office: 952.924.2540 • Fax: 952.925.5663 Office: 952.924.2544 • Fax: 952.797.9691

Parent/guardian Home phone
(Last name, first name)

Address Work phone
(Street, city, zip)

Email address Cell/pager

Emergency contact Day phone

I am interested in being a volunteer (check all that apply) Coach Assistant/team manager

Participant Date of 2018/2019 Activity name Activity # Fee per
first and last name birth grade and school person

Total enclosed

St. Louis Park Parks & Recreation Division is committed to educating youth athletic volunteers, officials, instructors, parents and participants about the
nature and risks of concussions. Information regarding concussions is available at cdc.gov/concussioninyouthsports.
To better serve our participants, we ask that you share any information you feel our staff should be made aware of (i.e. disability, allergy, special needs, etc.).

Refund policy: Fees, less 20 percent administration fee refunded, only if cancellation is made prior to the start of the first day of the activity.
Full refunds are given only if the parks and recreation division cancels the activity.

Permission and waiver: I hereby agree to allow myself or my child(ren) to participate in the above named activity. In consideration of accepting this
registration, I hereby, for myself and my heirs, waive any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against the City of St. Louis Park and its
representatives, for any and all injuries from whatever cause suffered by the above participant(s) in the indicated activity. I understand that the information
that I have provided may be distributed to individuals involved with each program. The city often takes pictures, slides and video of participants enjoying their
activities. These are used for program promotion, brochures and staff training. I grant permission to use the name, pictures and quotes of me or my child(ren)
for the above purposes.

Parent/guardian signature Date received Received by Please make checks payable to the City of St. Louis Park.
Please charge my:
Date
MasterCard Visa American Express Discover
Office use only
Card number
Amount received

Check/authorization no. Expires Security code
Signature

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Volunteer

City opportunities School opportunities Classroom math volunteer

Westwood Hills Nature Center Support student achievement! Become a If you like math, consider becoming a math
Halloween Party volunteer in St. Louis Park Public Schools. volunteer. Join a teacher and work on the day’s
To volunteer or receive more information lesson by helping students as they practice math
Volunteers are needed to staff the many on these and other programs, contact Angie concepts.
roles that support the Westwood Hills Nature Martinez Grande in the School Volunteer
Center Halloween Party. Event volunteers are Office at 952.928.6450 or Classroom reading volunteer
needed to dress in costume and run games on [email protected].
the evenings of Friday, Oct. 19 and Saturday, Work with students in the classroom on reading.
Oct. 20, and many more are needed for set Kids voting You may work with small groups or one-on-one.
up and tear down. Email Becky McConnell at Share the joy as students become more proficient
[email protected] to learn more The League of Women Voters of St. Louis Park, readers.
and sign up for this fun annual event! St. Louis Park Public Schools, the City of
St. Louis Park and other community groups High school learning lab
Hydrant Hero are excited about Kids Voting and need
help on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, to You can make a big impact in a student’s life by
The St. Louis Park Fire Department would like give students in our elementary schools an helping with social studies/world history, english
to remind homeowners and businesses with opportunity to see what voting is like. Visit 10 or math. Volunteers will be matched with a
fire hydrants on (or near) their property www.slpcommunityed.com in October for student to work with weekly on homework and
to please shovel the snow around the fire more information and how to register! helping the student better understand the subject
hydrant after each snowfall and keep the matter. Math volunteers may also schedule
hydrant clear of plants overgrowth during the General classroom volunteer hours to be in the lab helping drop-in students.
summer.
There are about 1,700 fire hydrants in Work in a classroom by assisting the teacher Media center volunteer
St. Louis Park. While we will have a crew of in a variety of ways, listen to a child read, help
firefighters removing snow around hydrants, reinforce basic skills and tutor. Help in the school media center by shelving
they cannot clean all of them in a timely books, helping students check out materials,
manner. Protect your family and neighbors Park Spanish Immersion and keeping all the materials neat and organized.
when seconds count by adopting a hydrant With hundreds of books going in and out of the
and becoming a hydrant hero. ¿Usted habla español y desea ser voluntario media center every month, a lot of help
To adopt a hydrant, go to en las escuelas de St. Louis Park? Estamos is needed to keep it all organized.
www.hydranthero.org. Choose a hydrant, buscando voluntarios durante el día escolar
click on the “Adopt me” link, and fill out the para ayudar en las clases en Park Spanish Band or orchestra volunteer
registration form – You can even give your Immersion Elementary School. Los voluntarios
hydrant a name! Contact Assistant Chief Cary leen con los estudiantes y ayudan a los Dust off your instrument and join a high school
Smith at 952.924.2171 with any questions. maestros. Si está interesado, por favor, or middle school class. Students enjoy having an
póngase en contacto con Angie en adult musician play with them as they work to
[email protected]. master their instrument. The adults have a lot of
fun too!

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Rent the ROC!

The ROC floor measures 200 feet by 85 feet
and includes bleacher seating for 450.

Facilities and rentals

Turf rental Ice arena rental Dry floor rental

March 23 – May 8, 2019 Oct. 29 – March 19, weather permitting May 12 – Oct. 12, 2018

The outdoor facility will have turf which is Rent the outdoor ice arena for birthday parties, The outdoor facility accommodates up to 700
great for soccer, football or other activities. celebrations and company or school events. people for wedding receptions, bar and bat
Up to 15 rental skates are included with mitzvah parties, company events, birthday parties
Available to rent private ice rental. and a variety of large-scale gatherings. The facility
rental includes a public announcment system.
Sunday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Available to rent
Available to rent
FEE $30 per hour (resident) / $45 (non-resident) Sunday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
FEE $145.16 per hour, tax included (resident)
$150.54 (non-resident) FEE $30 per hour (resident) / $35 (non-resident)
Half day (8 a.m. – 2 p.m. or 4 – 10 p.m.):
$180 (resident) / $210 (non-resident)
Full day (8 a.m. – 10 p.m.):
$360 (resident) / $420 (non-resident)
$60 food and beverage fee (events over 100 people)

3700 Monterey Drive Upcoming: Movie Nights Fall Skate School Showcase
952.924.2540 Thursdays, Sept. 27 – Oct. 18, dusk Saturday, Nov. 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Walking at the ROC ROCtoberfest Open Pond Hockey
May – Sept., 8 – 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 5 – 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,
Drop in basketball Co-rec broomball Nov. 10 – March 17, 11 a.m. – noon
Tuesdays, Sept. 4 – Oct. 9, Sundays, Nov.– Dec., 6 – 10 p.m. Turkeys on Ice
7 – 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, noon – 1:30 p.m.
Rummage Sale
Sunday, Sept. 9, 2 – 6 p.m.

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Banquet Room Indoor ice rink

The Rec Center facilities Indoor ice skating party

3700 Monterey Drive • 952.924.2540 During open public skating sessions (see page 17 for hours), the
Gallery Room or Banquet Room can be rented for private parties.
Banquet Room rental Each party will include two-hour use of a room and admission to
open skating for up to 15 people. Skate rental will be available for
The Banquet Room overlooks the Aquatic Park and Wolfe Park an additional $3 per pair.
and is available for wedding receptions, birthday parties, bar and Gallery
bat mitzvah parties, company events, family reunions and meetings. FEE $85 per two hours (resident) / $100 (non-resident)
The room seats up to 160 people and offers a caterer’s holding
kitchen, dance floor, dimmable lighting and sound system. Audio- Banquet room
visual equipment can be rented for an additional fee. Contact FEE $100 per two hours (resident) / $125 (non-resident)
Complete Beverage Service at 1.800.550.7750 if you wish to have
alcohol at your event. An additional $290 may be charged to retain Indoor ice rink rental
a police officer if alcohol is served. Total fee depends on duration of
rental and amenities. Rent The Rec Center’s indoor ice arena for birthday parties,
Available to rent Sunday – Friday celebrations, and company or school events. We’ll provide the
FEE $65 per hour (resident) / $75 (non-resident), two-hour minimum Gallery Room for two hours without additional charge. The Banquet
Room can also be reserved for use at half the cost. Up to 15 rental
$700 refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit skates are included with private ice rental.
Saturday, 8 a.m. – midnight Available to rent Sunday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
FEE $625 (resident) / $725 (non-resident) FEE $220.43 per hour, tax included

$700 refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit

Gallery Room rental

The Gallery Room can accommodate up to 50 people for small
group gatherings, team meetings and birthday parties. Audio-visual
equipment can be rented for an additional fee. Total fee depends on
duration of rental and amenities.
Available to rent Sunday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
FEE $50 per hour (resident) / $60 (non-resident), two-hour minimum

$100 refundable damage deposit

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Outdoor facilities Park building rental

Picnic shelter rental Weekends weekdays Rental hours
May 5 – Sept. 16
Weekends weekdays Rental hours May 29 – Aug. 31 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. (two-hour minimum)
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. or 4:30 – 9 p.m.
May 5 – Sept. 16 May 29 – Aug. 31 All buildings are fully enclosed, have indoor restrooms, Wi-Fi, tables
and chairs.
Reserve your picnic shelter now! These open-air shelters can
accommodate groups of 20 to 100 people. All shelters have access Park Location Capacity/amenities Fee
to electricity and most have grills (except for Fern Hill Park). Indoor
restrooms are open May 30 – Sept. 1. Portable toilets will be Birchwood Park 2701 Zarthan Ave. S. 20 people / indoor $60 per hour (resident)
available before May 29 and after Aug. 31. A permit is required
for live bands or amplified music. To view our picnic shelters, visit Building fireplace, near ballfields $70 (non-resident)
www.stlouispark.org/parks-rec.
Browndale Park 4525 Morningside Rd. 20 people / indoor $60 per hour (resident)

Building fireplace, near ballfields $70 (non-resident)

Louisiana Oaks Park 3520 Louisiana Ave. 30 people, near ballfields $60 per hour (resident)

Park Location Capacity Fee Building $70 (non-resident)
Fern Hill Park Shelter 4421 28th St. W. 80 $75 (resident)
(No grill) $95 (non-resident) Nelson Park Building 2500 Georgia Ave. S. 20 people $60 per hour (resident)
Oak Hill Park Main Shelter 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S. 100 $105 (resident)
$135 (non-resident) $70 (non-resident)
40 $80 (resident)
$100 (non-resident) Oak Hill Park Building 3201RhodeIsland 20 people / indoor fireplace, $60 per hour (resident)
30 $45 (resident)
$55 (non-resident) Ave.S. near ballfields, splash pad $70 (non-resident)
35 $80 (resident)
Oak Hill Park Central Shelter 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S. $100 (non-resident) Wolfe Park Building 3700 Monterey Drive 30 people / indoor $65 per hour (resident)
35 $80 (resident) (Available year-round)
$100 (non-resident) fireplace, air conditioning $75 (non-resident)

Oak Hill Park Rustic Shelter 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S. $300 refundable damage deposit for park building rentals. For an additional fee and based on
staff availability, rental outside season listed above may be available. Holidays: Park buildings
Wolfe Park East Shelter 3700 Monterey Drive cannot be reserved on Memorial Day, Independence Day or Labor Day.

Wolfe Park West Shelter 3700 Monterey Drive ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY PARK.

$100 refundable damage deposit for park shelter rentals.

Holidays: Shelters cannot be reserved on Memorial Day, Independence Day or Labor Day. Westwood Hills Nature Center
On holidays, shelters are available only on a first-come, first-serve basis. City of St. Louis Park facility rentals. See page 21.

Note: Shelters in all other parks cannot be reserved; they are available only on a first-come, NATURE CENTER
first-serve basis.

Oak Hill Splash Pad
3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.
The 2,350 square foot splash pad is located in beautiful Oak Hill
Park. The site offers many amenities perfect for families and
large groups! Rubber-soled shoes are strongly recommended for
all participants.

DAY DateS+Time

M – Su Now – Sept. 9, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (weather dependent)
FEE Free (resident) / $1 (non-resident) until Aug. 17.
Free (All) Aug. 18 – Sept. 9

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Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater rental Additional parks and services

Terraced into the hill, the amphitheater connects the park to the Outdoor skate park New
Excelsior & Grand Town Green. Its eight terraced tiers offer seating
for 300 people. The concrete stage at the bottom of the hill is edged Carpenter Park, 4900 Hwy. 7
with trees and shrubs. The facility is available to rent until 10 p.m. Check out the 6,500-square-foot all concrete skate park designed
with an additional fee for overhead lights. Visit www.stlouispark.org with stairs, rails, mini half-pipe, etc. replicating a plaza style skate
to view the amphitheater. park. For rental information, call 952.924.2540.
9 a.m. – dusk; seasonal
If either the amphitheater or park building is rented with The FEE Free
Rec Center’s Banquet Room, the amphitheater/park building rate
drops to half price. Total fee depends on time of day and rental length. Off-leash dog parks

Park Location Capacity Fee St. Louis Park’s two off-leash
dog parks offer a fun
Wolfe Park 3700 Monterey Drive 300 $70 per hour (resident) opportunity for you and your
Amphitheater only $80 (non-resident), two-hour minimum pet to get out and enjoy the
great outdoors! Residents must
Wolfe Park Building 3700 Monterey Drive 300 $100 per hour (resident) have a current St. Louis Park dog
and Amphitheater $120 (non-resident), two-hour minimum license, which includes access to
the parks. Non-residents must
Court rentals purchase a permit for the parks, which is good January through
December of the current year. You can print an application
Stop by and use any of St. Louis Park’s sand volleyball, tennis or from www.stlouispark.org, or pick one up at the inspections
pickleball courts. To ensure a court is available, call 952.924.2540 department in St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd.,
to reserve a court, for a fee, from April through October. between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Daily hours for the dog parks are 7 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Days Dates Rental hours FEE $55 per permit (non-resident)

Tu, Th April 3– Oct. 30 9 – 11 a.m. City and trail map
FEE
$20 per hour per court (resident) / $25 (non-resident) Pick up a city and trail map at City Hall, The Rec Center,
Westwood Hills Nature Center or the St. Louis Park Public Library.
Sand volleyball Location # of courts To have a map mailed to you free of charge, call 952.924.2540
2025 Texas Ave. S. 1 or email [email protected].
Park
St. Louis Park Middle School 3700 Monterey Drive 2 Mobile stage rental
Wolfe Park
Our portable 36-foot mobile stage is available for rent! Fee
Tennis Location # of courts includes delivery, set-up, built-in stage and a small public address
3110 Xylon Ave. S. 8 system.
Park 3501 Beltline Blvd. 2 Available to rent weekdays after 4 p.m. and on weekends
Aquila Park 3015 Raleigh Ave. S. 3 FEE $860 (resident) / $980 (non-resident)
Bass Lake Preserve 4421 28th St. W. 1
Carpenter Park 2200 Louisiana Ave. 2 Wood mulch
Fern Hill Park 6425 W. 33rd St. 7
Northside Park Free shredded wood mulch and screened black dirt are available
St. Louis Park High School to city residents at the residential brush site, 2501 Edgewood Ave.
S. The mulch is stored outside the site's gate near the intersection
Pickleball of Cedar Lake and Colorado Avenue. Mulch is available to pickup
anytime Sunday – Saturday. Before going to the site, you may wish
Park Location # of courts to call 952.924.2565 to verify availability. The city also offers mulch
delivery within St. Louis Park. The cost is $75 for a half load and
Bass Lake Preserve 3501 Beltline Blvd. 2 $135 for a full load. For more information, call Parks Superintendent
Rick Beane at 952.928.2854.
St. Louis Park Middle School 2025 Texas Ave. S. 4 (potential for 8)
Professional photos
Pickleball will have priority at St. Louis Park Middle School on Tu and Th from 9 – 11 a.m.
Interested in using a St. Louis Park facility for a professional photo
or video shoot? Contact the city in advance at 952.924.2540.

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Community Education

Here’s a sampling of preschool, youth Preschool dance Early Learning Preschool programs
and adult enrichment programs offered
by St. Louis Park Community Education. AGES 3 – 5 Birth – age 5
Look for a complete listing in the Community Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St. Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St.
Education catalog mailed to homes in Dance classes for boys and girls teach a St. Louis Park Public Schools Early Learning
early August. For preschool and youth variety of dance styles including basic ballet Programs offer children and families
enrichment registration, call 952.928.6777. technique and creative dance movement. a simple straightforward intake and
For information about adult enrichment Classes are held Mondays and Thursdays. registration process, choice of morning or
programs, call 952.928.6442. Register online Call 952.928.6785 to learn more. afternoon sessions and opportunities for
at slpcommunityed.com. parent education. Curriculum focuses on
Park gymnastics language and literacy, social and emotional
Aquatics development, and school readiness skills.
PRESCHOOL – HIGH SCHOOL Call 952.928.6785 to learn more.
INFANTS and YOUTH Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St.
Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St. Park Gymnastics is a recreational gymnastic Early Childhood Family Education
Swim lessons are offered for children 5 program with an emphasis on fun! Classes
months old to 4 years old with participating are offered for beginners through advanced BIRTH – AGE 5
parent/adult. Shorty Beginner swim classes gymnasts. Instruction is given on the balance Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
are for children ages 3 – 6. Swim School is beam, vault and floor exercise. Call offers classes for children and their parents
for children ages 6+. Log rolling classes are 952.928.6752 to learn more. or caregivers. Enjoy play and learning
offered for children ages 6+ and adults. Open activities together under the guidance of a
family swim is 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Kids Place child care licensed early childhood teacher. For part of
Thursdays, and 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays. the class, parents participate in a discussion
Water safety instructors needed. Call PRESCHOOL – GRADE 5 group led by a licensed parent educator.
952.928.6780 to learn more. Kids Place provides exceptional child care Families typically attend one day per week;
options for working families. As part of daytime and evening classes are available.
St. Louis Park Public Schools, we share the Call 952.928.6785 to learn more.
district’s commitment to ensure all students
are provided safe, nurturing environments Early childhood screening
to learn and grow. Open year-round, Monday
– Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Pre-K classes are AGES 3 – 5
NAEYC accredited. Before and after school Early screening allows any health and
care is offered on-site at every St. Louis Park developmental concerns to be addressed
elementary school. Call 952.928.6764 to at least one year before kindergarten. It
learn more. is a free service, required by the State of
Minnesota for entrance into kindergarten.
The ideal age to screen is 3 – 4 years
old. Call 952.928.6726 to schedule an
appointment or to learn more.

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Youth enrichment activities Neue Moves Wedding Dance Crash Course!

GRADES K – 6 ADULTS ADULTS
The program offers a wide variety of programs Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
for kids, including Extreme Legos, Young Find out what NeuroMovement is all about Aquila Elementary School, 8500 W. 31st St.
Rembrandts, Theater, Mad Science and more. in this class based on the work of Dr. Moshe You thought about it! You wanted to! But
Look for details in the Community Education Feldenkrais! By learning "how" to move your where did the time go? Not to worry. In this
catalog, at www.slpcommunityed.com or call musculoskeletal system, your brain will learn two-hour workshop learn fun moves and
952.928.6399. how to release superfluous effort in your simple tips to have you feeling comfortable
body. You will reduce stress and relieve pain and looking great for any occasion! With
Aquatics from injuries and misuse. Bring a mat or the expert guidance of three-time ballroom
blanket and socks. dance champion, Monica Mohn, you’ll be
ADULTS and SENIORS dancing before you know it! Feel free to
Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St. DAY DATEs+TIME Activity# bring your special song! Couples only please.
Water safety instructors are needed. Water Register just one person per couple.
exercise, adult swimming lessons, log rolling, Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 16, 3 – 4 p.m. AEL359A
and adult lap swim are offered at Central FEE $72 per person DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
Community Center. Call 952.928.6780 to
learn more. Registration deadline: When program is full. W Sept. 26, 7 – 9 p.m. AEY307
FEE $35 per couple

Foreign Film Movie and Discussion Registration deadline: When program is full.

Adult enrichment activities ADULTS Prepare Your Own Will

ADULTS Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. ADULTS
Community Education offers a wide variety Join fellow film fans in the Little Theater at Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
of classes (arts, computer, language, Lenox to watch and discuss engaging and This course will provide you with all the
fitness, health, etc.). Programs are listed thought-provoking foreign films. We'll view instruction, forms, witnesses and notaries
in the Community Education catalog, at the movie and then have time for focused necessary to allow most everyone to prepare
www.slpcommunityed.com or by calling discussion led by Lisa Kjellander from the and walk away with his/her own simple will.
952.928.6442. St. Louis Park Library. Sponsored by Friends Will forms are included in tuition. Instructor
of the St. Louis Park Library. Adam Altman is a practicing attorney
experienced in drafting wills. Bring a blue
Beginning Knitting DAY DATEs+TIME Activity# pen with you to class. When registering as a
couple, choose per couple price, but register
ADULTS Tu Sept. 25, 6 – 8:30 p.m., Gloria, AEL-Gloria just one person per couple.
AEL-Sister
Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. 2014 (Chilean) DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
Learn how to make basic knit stitches and AEL-Flat
how to read a pattern. You will complete a Oct. 2, 6 – 8:30 p.m., Our Little AEL-Tsotsi W Sept. 26, 7 – 9 p.m. AEL306
hat and learn how to make a square that Sister, 2016 (Japanese) FEE $45 per person / $80 per couple
can grow into a scarf, afghan or whatever
you want! Oct. 9, 6 – 8:30 p.m., The Flat,
2013 (Israeli)
DAY DATEs+TIME Activity# Registration deadline: When program is full.
Oct. 23, 6 – 8:30 p.m., Tsotsi,
W Oct. 10 – Nov. 7, 6 – 8 p.m. AEL312 2016 (South African)
FEE $59 per person FEE Free, but please register.

Registration deadline: When program is full. Islamic Contributions to Civilization Project SOAR

Healthy Bread You Will Love ADULTS ADULTS
Project SOAR serves adults with disabilities
ADULTS Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. in the St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Wayzata and
World civilizations enrich and build upon each Minnetonka school districts. To learn more
Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. other’s contributions. This class will give an or to get on the mailing list, call 952.401.6898.
Discover how easy it is to make high-fiber, overview of contributions made by Muslims
whole grain and other healthy breads with in different fields such as science, mathematics, Adult Options in Education
dough that stores in the refrigerator for up astronomy, medicine, engineering, arts, etc.
two weeks. Bring 2-quart mixing bowl with The class will also discuss the origins of some ADULTS
cover, measuring cups/spoons and mixing of the commonly used words. The overview These free, local classes include English as
spoon. $8 supply fee paid to instructor at will include a lot of examples so the audience a Second Language, Adult Basic Education
class. can easily relate to the content. (for adults who want to acquire or improve
their math, reading, grammar or writing
DAY DATE+TIME Activity# DAY DATE+TIME Activity# skills), Basic Computer Skills, Family Learning,
industry recognized certification courses
W Oct. 10, 6:30 – 8:15 p.m. AEL384 Th Oct. 11, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. AEL300 and GED preparation and testing. Call
FEE $40 per person FEE $7 per person 952.988.5343 to learn more.

Registration deadline: When program is full. Registration deadline: When program is full.

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Senior programs

Join the senior program Gentle Yoga Drinking Habits 2: Caught in the Act

and reap the benefits for your mind, body, spirit Lenox Community Center card room, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Meet in Lenox Community Center lounge room,
and community. The program is open to anyone This class is a wonderful way to stretch and 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
55 years or older and offers a variety of increase flexibility, balance and strength, all Get in on the fall fun at Daytripper’s. Enjoy
year-round programs and activities. Call while relaxing your body and mind. Gentle a delicious buffet lunch and see the brand
952.928.6444, stop in at Lenox Community stretches and postures are accompanied by new sequel to the current smash-hit comedy,
Center or visit www.slpcommunityed.com for deep steady breathing that improves blood Drinking Habits. Be assured that if you missed
information or to register. Advance registration circulation, soothes the nervous system and the first Drinking Habits, you will be quickly
required. increases vitality. Wear comfortable clothes brought up to speed as the story unfolds in
and bring a mat. Drinking Habits 2: Caught in The Act. All eight
Fitness and sports of the actors from Drinking Habits are back.
The Sisters of Perpetual Sewing are back at
Zumba Gold DAY DATES+TIME Activity# it again, and you won't believe what they're
up to now! In the story, the orphanage where
Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Tu Sept. 18 – Oct. 23, 9 – 10 a.m. SRL210 George and Kate grew up in is in peril and
the only way to save the children is for those
DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Tu Oct. 30 – Dec. 4, 9 – 10 a.m. SRL211 nutty nuns to mount an epic play to raise
FEE $32 per person (member) / $36 (non-member) money fast...and maybe make a few bottles of
the now forbidden, but award-winning wine
Tu Aug. 7 – Nov. 27, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. SRL220 the convent became famous for. What could
possibly go wrong? Broadway World says "It's
No class Aug. 26, Sept. 4 & 11; class in Tours about as good a sequel as anyone could have
hoped for."
cafeteria Aug. 11, Nov. 6 Can Can mini golf and candy store
FEE $5 per person drop-in; no registration required.
Meet in Lenox Community Center lounge room,
DAY DATE+TIME Activity#
6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
Arrive at Can Can Wonderland in St. Paul W Oct. 3, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. SRL205
and play 18 holes of mini golf in climate- FEE $70 per person (member) / $75 (non-member)
controlled comfort. The course was
Enhanced Fitness: Exercise designed by talented architects, visual Music and dance
artists, fabricators and electrical engineers.
Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Before and after tee time, guests can relax Ballroom dancing
in this fun environment. There are ping
DAYs DATES+TIME Activity# pong games and some new and vintage Join the crowd that loves to ballroom dance
games in the boardwalk arcade you can to Dick Macko’s Band. Everyone is welcome
M, W, F 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. SRL216 play for a fee. Lunch will be at Casper’s and no partner is required. Refreshments
Aug. 3 – 24 Cherokee Restaurant in Eagan. The meal included.
will include small sirloin with a tossed
(No class final week of August) SRL217 salad, baked potato with sour cream, rolls, DAY TIME
Sept. 17 – 28 beverage and dessert. A chicken entrée can Th 1 – 3:30 p.m.
be preordered at the time of registration. FEE $5 per person (member) / $7 (non-member)
(No class first two weeks of Sept.) After we’ll head to Abdallah’s Candies in
Apple Valley to purchase candy and enjoy
Oct. 1 – 29 (No class Oct. 26 & 31) SRL218 a brief history of the fourth-generation,
family-owned business. Sample delicious
Nov. 2 – 30 (No class Nov. 21 & 23) SRL219 candies and take the opportunity to Grand Ole Opry country music jam session
FEE $40 per person (member) / purchase candy and other gift items. There
will be no guided tour of the factory. Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
$48 (non-member) or $5 per person drop-in Want to put some fun in your life? Join us in
playing and listening to country music. Guitar
Line dancing players, drummers, bass players, line dancers
and singers of all ages and skill levels are
Lenox Community Center cafeteria, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. DAY DATE+TIME Activity# welcome. Suggested donation $1.
Start your morning off with a smile.
Discover why line dancing is so much fun Th Aug. 30, 9 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. SRL201 DAY DATES+TIME
and a great workout too. FEE $64 per person (member) / $68 (non-member) W Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7

DAY DATES+TIME Activity# Noon, Accordion music by MaryJo Mileski
1 – 3 p.m., Jam
Th Sept. 20 – Oct. 25, 9 – 10 a.m. SRL212

Th Nov. 1 – Dec. 13, 9 – 10 a.m. SRL213
FEE $45 per person (member) / $50 (non-member)

32 www.slpcommunityed.com • 952.928.6444

Friends of the Arts

St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts (FOTA) Arts and Culture Grants

is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to supporting, This program highlights our community’s commitment to
promoting and enhancing the arts in our community. FOTA supporting arts of all forms, artists and arts organizations as a vital
connects people and organizations around the arts, shares piece of a healthy community. Applications for 2019 projects are
arts-related information and resources, and coordinators due Sept. 10, 2018. Visit www.stlouispark.org/arts-culture-grant to
community arts programs. FOTA embraces art as inclusive of see current and past projects.
all creative mediums, and believes in the spirit of collaboration
of artists and community members in inspiring and promoting Art Talk
art and art forms.
The arts are a big part of the fabric of our community life in
FOTA serves the creative community and provides arts access St. Louis Park. Learn about local artists and events through our
for all community members through three programs: Arts for FREE monthly e-newsletter. Sign up at www.slpfota.org or email
Life scholarships for any St. Louis Park residents to enrich their [email protected].
lives through the arts, Arts and Culture Grants for artists and
arts organizations to bring art work and activities to our local FOTA is the home of:
community, and Our Town, a community-wide celebration of
the arts with both participatory and audience experiences. Gift of Music Program providing musical instruments to students
in our community to participate in lessons, band or orchestra.
Local Artist Exhibit More than 700 instruments have been placed in the hands of
young learners! If you are interested in donating an instrument,
Friends of the Arts, in partnership with Jean Stephen Galleries, call 952.928.6422. We will be happy to pick up any instrument,
is presenting a local artist community art show in October. 2D get it in playing condition and give it to a student!
and 3D artwork, of a wide variety of mediums, will be on display St. Louis Park Community Band is dedicated to making concert
from St. Louis Park and Twin Cities artists. Visit www.slpfota.org band music accessible to all. They provide a perfect mix of
for exhibit details and more information. challenging music, social atmosphere and great performances.
For the upcoming performance schedule and general information,
Create in St. Louis Park! visit www.slpband.org.
Maggie’s Farm Theater’s mission is to present a fresh vision of
Whether you’re a professional artist or a first-timer, there are American popular culture rooted in our common past, connecting
a lot of ways to get involved and create something in St. Louis diverse audiences with a shared appreciation of the power of
Park—drawing contests, workshops with local artists, poetry art. Their programs include Books Alive! SLP Reader’s Theater,
jams, rotating public art displays and more. Friends of the Arts is productions at Lenox Community Center’s Little Theater and a
the place to go to create in St. Louis Park. Visit www.slpfota.org/ Play Reading Series at the St. Louis Park Library. Visit
create to find opportunities and express your creativity! www.maggiesfarmtheater.com to learn more.
The Park Theater Company was formed in 2007 to meet the city’s
Arts for Life scholarships challenge of providing high-caliber theatrical/artistic performances
for our residents. The Park Theater Company is truly dedicated to
Here’s a chance to explore your personal creativity. St. Louis Park developing performances that are “In The Park, For The Park & By
residents of all ages, races, genders and economic backgrounds The Park”. Visit www.theparktheater.weebly.com to learn more.
are invited to apply for funding to enrich their lives through a
creative experience. Funding is awarded for music, visual arts, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
writing, theater, dance classes, workshops, supplies and more. St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Scholarships are needs-based and donor funded. Find out more 952.928.6422
or donate to this unique program at www.slpfota.org/artsforlife. [email protected]

www.slpfota.org

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Adaptive Recreation Bingo

ALL AGES
St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

DAY DATE+TIME
F Oct. 5, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
FEE $7 per person pre-registered / $10 at the door

Reach for Resources Yoga Fall Mason Jar Luminaries

The adaptive recreation program is a AGES 5+ ALL AGES
cooperative effort between Reach for St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive St. Louis Park Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
Resources and the cities of Brooklyn Center, Create a harvest decoration using leaves! We
Brooklyn Park, Chanhassen, Chaska, Golden DAY DATES+TIME will start off by going on a short walk to collect
Valley, Plymouth, Maple Grove and St. Tu Sept. 11 – Oct. 16, 7 – 8 p.m. leaves for our projects, then, apply the leaves
Louis Park. Reach is an agency which serves FEE Resident rate: $44 for individual, $54 per and final touches for the perfect fall lighting.
individuals with developmental disabilities DAY DATE+TIME
and their families in western Hennepin parent/child pair ($20 for each additional M Oct. 8, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
County and eastern Carver County. Services family member) FEE $15 per person
include adaptive recreation, independent Non-resident rate: $52 for individual, $62 per
living support, case management and parent/child pair ($28 for each additional Third Friday Dances
counseling. NOTE: For persons not living family member)
in one of the above communities, you are ALL AGES
considered a “non-resident” and need to Club West St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
add $8 to select registration fees. For more Join your friends and groove to all the latest
information, visit www.reachforresources.org AGES 18+ hits and classic dance songs!
or call 952.200.3030. Various west metro locations DAY DATEs+TIME
Become more engaged in our communities F Oct. 19, 7 – 9 p.m.
Inclusion support and to build social skills, coping skills and F Nov. 16, 7 – 9 p.m.
practice flexibility. $5 per person pre-registered / $7 at the door
Reach for Resources provides inclusion
support to children and adults with DAY DATES+TIME Ghostly Gala
disabilities who would like to participate W Sept. 12 – Oct. 31, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
in their city park and recreation programs. FEE $47 per person (resident) / $55 (non-resident) ALL AGES
Registration for these programs is done Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N.
through your parks and recreation division. Bowling Join us for this annual spooky celebration!
Inclusion support through Reach is offered DAY DATE+TIME
in the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn AGES 5+ Sa Oct. 27, 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, St. Park Tavern Lanes, 3401 Louisiana Ave. S. FEE $10 per person pre-registered / $15 at the door
Louis Park, Chanhassen and Chaska. After Join us for fun, noncompetitive bowling.
registering, contact Reach for Resources DAY DATES+TIME Karaoke
to discuss the needs/accommodations for Sa Sept. 15 – Nov. 17, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
yourself or your child. Allow a minimum of ALL AGES
two weeks’ notice for a successful inclusion. (No bowling Oct. 6, 27) St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
FEE $42 per person (resident) / $50 (non-resident),
Kickball DAY DATE+TIME
plus $4.25 each week F Nov. 2, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
AGES 16 – 25 FEE $15 per person
Miracle League Field at Flying Cloud Field, Fall Formal
15219 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Thread Tree Décor
DAY DATES+TIME ALL AGES
Th Sept. 6 – 27, 6 – 7 p.m. St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive ALL AGES
FEE $48 per person Get dressed up and dance the night away! St. Louis Park Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
Create a set of three trees made only of
Zumba DAY DATE+TIME thread and adhesive!
F Sept. 21, 7 – 9 p.m. DAY DATE+TIME
AGES 16+ FEE $10 per person pre-registered, $15 at the door Tu Nov. 6, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
St. Louis Park Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive FEE $15 per person
Have fun while learning popular dance moves! SOfit
Join the sensation! Single’s Night: Bocce
DAY DATES+TIME AGES 16+
M Sept. 10 – Oct. 15, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. St. Louis Park Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive AGES 18+
FEE $44 per person (resident) / $52 (non-resident) Special Olympics Minnesota’s SOfit health Pinstripes, 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina
promotion program is a unified approach
to improving and protecting health and DAY DATE+TIME
wellness for people with and without Th Nov. 8, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
intellectual disabilities. FEE $10 per person
DAY DATE+TIME
M Oct. 22 – Dec. 3, 3:45 – 5 p.m.
FEE $35 per person (resident) / $43 (non-resident)

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Athletic associations City of St. Louis Park

Baseball Association NATURE CENTER
Ages 5 – 18
www.slpbaseball.com Interpretive Center

Little League project update
Ages 5 – 12
www.slplittleleague.com In May, the St. Louis Park City Council voted to approve the design
Traveling Baseball development phase of the Westwood Hills Nature Center project,
Ages 10 – 15 allowing staff and consultants to move to the next phase of preparing
www.slpbaseball.com designs and specifications for construction. The city council will
Senior Youth Baseball League consider the construction documents and authorize bids for the
Ages 16 – 18 project this fall, with approval of bids and project authorization taking
Junior and Senior American Legion place by the end of the year. Construction is expected to start in spring
Ages 16 – 18 2019, with completion in 2020. The estimated project cost has grown
www.slpbaseball.com by $500,000 from the original cost of $12 million due to soil conditions
that will require a different foundation; however, those costs may
Traveling Basketball Association eventually be offset by savings in other areas.
Grades 4 – 8
www.stlouisparkbasketball.com The design goal is to achieve zero energy, where sufficient on-site
Girls’ Fastpitch Softball Association renewable energy is produced in order to balance the building's annual
Ages 5+ consumption. This design aspect is in keeping with the city’s Climate
www.slpfastpitch.org Action Plan, adopted in February 2018 by the St. Louis Park City Council.
Football Association
Grades K – 12 Visit www.stlouispark.org/whnc/new-interpretive-center for more
www.slpfootball.com information about the project, including details about the upcoming
Hockey Association neighborhood meeting and planning commission public hearing.
Ages 4 – 18
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Lacrosse Association
Grades 2 – 12
www.slplax.com
Park Valley United FC Soccer Association
Ages 5 – 18
www.parkvalleyunitedfc.org
Park Flyers Track and Field Club
Grades K – 12, boys and girls
www.parkflyerstrack.com

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