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Parks & Rec Spring ProgramsPARKS & RECREATION SPRING PROGRAMS WIN A ROSE FOR MOM ! Kids, is your Mom the greatest Mom in the world? Then tell us in fifty words or less why. There will be 5 winners in each division. If you are one of the winners, we will deliver a beautiful rose to your Mom on Saturday, May 7, along with your essay. Division 1: Preschoolers Division 2: Grades 1 & 2 Division 3: Grades 3 & 4 Division 5: Grades 7 - 9 Division 4: Grades 5 & 6 Rules: 1. Essay must be 50 words or less 2. Essay must be submitted in the child's handwriting. 3. Only one essay per child will be accepted. 4. Entry blanks and essays must be submitted to the Parks & Recreation Department, at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, no later than April 29, 1988. All winners will be contacted the week of May 2. The roses and winning essays will be delivered to Moms on Saturday, May 7, between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M. ROSE ENTRY BLANK (Please print clearly) CHILD'S NAME AGE GRADE HOME PHONE ADDRESS Street City ZIP 10 - 7 MOTHER'S NAME Check Division Entered: Division 1 ❑ Division 2 ❑ Division 3 ❑ Division 4 ❑ Division 5 ❑ Please staple your essay and entry blank together. J EGG DECORATING COLOIIING CONTEST Get ready for Peter Cottontail and the Easter Bunny by coming to an egg decorating party and color- ing contest on Friday, April 1, 1988. Boys and girls ages 3-12 are asked to bring a basket of hard - boiled eggs. All other decorating supplies will be furnished. Creativity is a must! Each child will design his/her own special creations to bring home. The ticket into the party is a colored entry form that can be pick- ed up prior to the party at the Eagan Municipal Center or the Eagan Library. Prizes will be awarded to par- ticipants in the following age categories: Ages 3 & 4; 5 & 6; 7 &8; 9 &10; 11 &12. Judges will be looking for neat- ness, creativity and good use of colors. The child's name, address, age and telephone number is to be on the back of the entry. This special event will take place at the Rahn Park Building from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM and at the Goat Hill Park Shelter Building from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Pre-registration is required. You may register by telephone or by mailing in a recreation registra- tion form. The deadline for registra- tion is Monday, March 28,1988. Eagan Parks & Recreation Dept., 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122; Phone 454 -8100 TINY::TOT5 iECREATIO..NAL ACTIVII The Tiny Tots prograan is designed tv tir4Mde clWdrea s 5 the opportnmty for :3oeia1/recreatki: al mterac oa and grcm+th C1Wdren are exposed tri a varitety of `s�Cells and lea�tiing � which in Cr afts , storytel ing, field trips, pedal events, hate shanng skills, and singing The emphasis is o n al rge a nd smell group p Children should dress la piny clothes for indoor and outdt r yeti es. great way for your c hild to form new f iendships and speial'ite with oche children. Sessions are held : in th e ahn : Park Shelter: : i Park Shelter UGH) f )ATE$ March 21 M TIMES• Sectit* rl ►ys ednesda s,10 00 Ait+1 Ne it ;; : ; • Se I� M Wednesda • Section 11L Tuesdays & Tl ursdays,1000 AM Noon ( 1 ) Section W Tuesdays &Thursdays, 100 PM 3titl FEE: $50.00 Pre = registration Is.Re Dir And:Gron Size la t3mliail.:: REGISTRATION DEADLINE• Friday, March 18,1 FITNESS & FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative play, game activities, physical fitness and more activities designed especially for them. The class will include ex- posure to and practice with nerf balls, mini basketballs, playground balls, footballs, parachute play and more. Each class works on a progres- sive level according to the par- ticipant's ability. Increasing the child's motor skills, improving coor- dination and FUN are the aspects of emphasis for the program. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothe* for active play. Class size is limited. Child must be three years old by March 25,1988. DATES: Fridays, March 25 - May 20 (8 weeks) (No class April 1) TIMES: Section I: $:00 - 9:30 AM Section II: 9:40 AM -10:10 AM LOCATION: Cothmunity Room, Fire Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $10.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, Match 21, 1988 MUSIC AND MORE Preschoolers age 3, 4 and 5 will experience an exciting program where each child will express him/herself through the enchanting world of stories using art, music and imagination. Each child will have the opportunity for fun and creative sell' - expression through these ac- tivities. Each class will have a special theme such as bunny or bear day. The themes will be developed to create a world of fantasy for each child. DATES: Fridays, March 25 -May 20 (8 weeks) (No class April 1) TIMES: Section 1- 4 & 5 year olds 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM Section II - 3 year olds only: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Section III- 4 & 5 year olds: 11:15 AM -NOON LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, Lexington Avenue, 1/2 mile south of Diffley Road. FEE: $5.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, March 21, 1988 ES: KID ........................ 11 • SOFTBALL LEAGUES FORMING If softball is part of your summer way of life, if you are new to Eagan, how can you continue to pursue your summer pastime? New teams are being accepted now! Call Parks and Recreation at 454- 8100 to receive the information you will need to enter your team. If you do not have a team, call to place your name on a draft list. The softball leagues offered by the Eagan Parks and Recreation Depart- ment include: Women's Recreational Softball - Monday play Men's Recreational Softball - Tuesday & Wednesday play Men's Industrial Softball - Thursday play Men's Over 35/40 Softball - Thursday play Couples (Co -Rec) 14" Softball - Friday play The deadline for team entry is March 25, 1988. Act now! DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINI mad .................. :oqm atio;B ............... Are your dog's "maubers ". the wors on the Mock dog obedience trinmg? • You will teach your dog to come, sit, stay an 1 barking will become a thing of the past Your d class Repetition, a arm, "o when needed and load are the elements heed to e n nsur e your success with yo Novice tra ng is for:: dogs which have prev m ous ly 1 A dog youttger than nine months Of age is too u derstand obedience tr ain ng. 12 DOMINO'S TEAM TENNIS The South of the River recrea- tion folks are up to it once again. The sport: Tennis - The format: Teams - The Outcome: Fun. Eagan tennis buffs ... we will need your help to uphold the glorious fame of tennis in the City of Eagan in the face of challenge from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount and Lakeville! Domino's Team Tennis league play format is geared to mixed doubles teams. Singles, doubles and mixed doubles matches are played. No AD scoring allows the match to be completed in two hours. Two and up to five couples are on a team. Watch for team sign ups in May, match play will begin in June. Start putting your team together now! A great way to meet folks, ex- plore the environs south of the river, and represent Eagan as the Wimbledon of Minnesota!! LANDSCAPE YOUR HOME Is this the year that you will landscape your home? What plant materials will you select? Which trees and shrubs will enhance your home? Should you use woodchips or rock mulch? Is Redbud hearty this far north? The Department of Parks & Recreation offers a seminar which is designed to assist you with plan- ning your landscape scheme. Fol- lowing the two sessions of this infor- mative class you will be "raring to go" and ready for spring. DATES: Mondays, April 4 and 11 TIME: 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road PER: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 31, 1988 SENIOR CITIZENS Eagan Seniors meet twice each month for special activities such as pot -luck lunches followed by a variety of forms of entertainment. Polka bands, storytellers, ban - joists and magicians have per- formed On some occasions the group plays bingo or cards or games. Several outings are planned during the year. The Senior's have gone to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and The Old Log Theatre in recent months. If you are an Eagan Senior, new to the City or a life long resident, join us. Our pot lucks are tremen- dous! Call Parks and Recreation at 454 -8100 to place your name on the program mailing list. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Parks and Recreation Department employs seasonal workers in numerous program and parks maintenance positions. It is appropriate for individuals inter- ested in summer employment to apply at this time. Recreation activities for which staff are being recruited include Summer In The Park, Eaganettes, Fun with Dance, and Tiny Tots Recreational Activities. Leaders are responsible fot planning, or- ganizing and es tiducting the program activities with children ranging in age from 3-12. Seasonal parka maintenance workers mow and ttim parks, tend trees and nursetiea and maintain athletic sites. Applications acid job descrip- tions are available at the Eagan Municipal Center. April 15, 1988 has been established as the deadline for applications. upon receipt; of tees. .tivities ................... Fax lca::and .li various: Seasons e :roitetttlit the b ifdln 13 EAGAN FUN RUN Come out and enjoy the fresh morning air of a spring day in Min- nesota by running in The Third An- nual Eagan Fun Run to be held on Saturday, May 7, 1988. Eagan's run is the kick off of the Third Annual Groundpounders Grand Prix Run- ning Series. The Cities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Far- mington and Rosemount will also host runs in the series. Eagan's run begins at Trapp Farm Park and offers a two mile and five mile run. Both runs begin at 8:00 A.M. Prizes will be awarded to male and female participants in the fol- lowing age categories: 14 and under, 15 -19, 20 -29, 30 -39, 40 -49, 50- Over. Registration forms will be avail- able at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road beginning March 12, 1988. Preregistration will be accepted until 4:30 P.M., April 29, 1988. The fee for this event is $7.00 if paid during preregistration. The fee from May 2 - May 7 is $9.00. An Eagan Fun Run T -shirt is in- cluded in the fee. ............... ............................... TRIPS AND TOURS The outings listed below are co- sponsored by the Apple Valley, Eagan, Lakeville and Rosemount Parks & Recreation Depart- ments. Registration may be made with any of the recreation departments. SPRING MOVIE - "ARISTOCATS" THURSDAY, MARCH 31,1988 Enjoy your spring break by joining us as we view the animated Disney Classic, "Aristocats ". The movie will be shown at the Apple Valley Community Center. Transportation will be provided for those who need it. Participants are in- vited to bring their own refreshments and sit back and enjoy the music and dancing of these delightful characters! WHO: All ages (children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult) DATE: Thursday, March 31, 1988 TIME: 12:00 NOON BUS PICK -UP TIMES: Cedarvale - 11:45 WHERE: Apple Valley Community Center COST: $2.50 - movie and transportation S1.00 - movie only REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 29,1988 WORLD CHAMPION MINNESOTA TWINS' HOME OPENER FRIDAY, APRIL 8,1988 Wave your Homer Hanky, wear your TWINS sweatshirt and enjoy an eve- ning with your family and friends as the World Champion Minnesota TWINS take on the Toronto Blue lays in the Nome Opener! It promises to be an ex- citing start toward Another Successful season of baseball. Fee includes upper - deck reserved seating and school bus transportation. Sign up early, as tickets will go fast for what should be a sold out game. So....get ready to buy your peanuts, hot dogs and cracker jacks at the old ballgame! DATE: Friday, April 8, 1988 (Please indicate pick - up point when registering) BUS PICK UP TIMES: Lakeville (Enggren's:) 5:00 Rosemount Mall: 5:15 Apple Valley Community Center: 5:30 Eagan (Cedarvale -west end:) 5:45 RETURN: Bus will return immediately following the game FEE: 512.00 /person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 17,1988 14 TRIPS AND TOURS *Note: NO REFUNDS will be issued after the registration deadline of an outing. Please specify pick up point.when you register. WALT DISNEY'S KINGDOM ON ICE With °PINOCCHIO" Saturday, March 26, 1988 This year's ice extravaganza will feature the beloved story of Pinocchio, the little wooden puppet who is brought to life by the wishes of a kindly old woodcarver named Geppetto. Pinocchio will delight all ages with dazzling special effects, lavish costumes, spectacular skating, hilarious Comedy routines and a musical score that includes songs like "When You Wish Upon A Star ", "I've Got No Strings" and Jiminy Cricket's hallmark tune, "Give A Little Whistle ". Young and old alike will enjoy this exciting event so sign up early! WHO: All ages (youths 18 months and older must purchase a ticket) APPROXIMATE BUS PICKUP & DROPOFF TIMES: Enggren's (Lakeville) 9:20 a.m. Apple Valley City Hall 9:35 a.m. Rosemount Mall 9:50 a.m. Cedarvale Shopping Center 10:05 a.m COST: $13.00 pet person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday., March 14,1988 3:00 p.m. 2:40 p.m. 2:35 p.m. 2:10 p.m. SCIENCE MUSEUM / SKATEVILLE TRIP TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 1988 Children in GRADES 2 - 6 are invited to enjoy a day of fun with their friends. First, we will be going to the Science Museum of Minnesota to see "Niagara ", an exciting Omni Theatre film about Niagara Falls. Then the children will get the opportunity to explore the Science Museum and see its new exhibit "Special Effects ". This exhibit takes visitors behind the Scenes and into the special effects studios that created Star Wars, Blade Runner, Greystoke, Retutn of the Jedi, Psycho, Indiana Jones, Star Trek, Pirefot and Masters of the Universe, among others. Next, the children will be going to Skateville for an afternoon of roller skating. * *Please send a bag lunch with your child. If the children bring money, they can eat at Skateville's snack bar, but not until we arrive at 1:00 P.M. APPROXIMATE BUS PICK UP/DROP OFF TIMES: Lakeville - Enggren's 8:00 AM 4 :15 PM Apple Valley City Hall 8:15 AM 4:00 PM Rosemount Mall 8:30 AM 3:45 PM Eagan - Cedarvale (west) 8:45 AM 3 :30 PM COST: S13.50 per child - Omni Theater and Science Museum admission, roller skating admission, skate rental, transportation and supervision. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 22,1988 15 WALK MINNESOTA Walk Minnesota is a state -wide program promoting walking as an in- expensive, healthy, outdoor recrea- tion experience that can be done by people of all ages as a lifelong ac- tivity. It is sponsored by the Min- nesota Recreation and Park As- sociation, the St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board, and locally, the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department. The Minnesota State Walk, April 30, 1988, is the Fourth Annual Minnesota State event exclusively dedicated to the promotion of walk- ing. It will be the kick off event for dozens of other walks that will be held in communities throughout the year. The route begins at the State Capitol and continues along scenic Summit Avenue. Participants can choose a distance of 5 km, 10 km, or 20 km and the event is IVV and AVA sanctioned. EAGAN FUN WALK (A Passport to Good Health) The Eagan Parks & Recreation Department in conjunction with Walk Minnesota is promoting walk- ing as part of a healthy lifestyle. On Saturday, May 7, 1988, the second annual Eagan Fun Walk will be held at Trapp Farm Park. A one mile, three mile and five mile toute will be offered. Par- ticipants can choose a distance that they feel comfortable with. Everyone who completes their walk will receive a special momento. Registration forms will be avail- able beginning March 12. All ages are encouraged to participate. Children under 12 years must be Under the supervision of a parent, guardian or responsible adult. A fee will not be charged; however, par- ticipants are asked to mail in or bring their registration form to Trapp Farm Park on May 7. Passport to Good Health book- lets are also available at the Eagan Municipal Center. The booklet highlights some of Fagan's best walking trails. Happy Walking! RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION SPRING PROGRAM REGISTRATION Saturday, March 12, 1988, from 10:00 A.M. - Noon, is the opening date for in person registration for all spring programs sponsored by the Parks & Recreation Depart- ment. Registrations are accepted at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Regular office hours are 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday - Friday. Mail -in registrations received prior to March 12 will receive second priority to "in- person" registration. CONFIRMATION LETTERS Letters of confirmation are not sent. You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled unless you are notified otherwise. REFUND POLICY Registration fees for programs cancelled by Parks & Recreation will be fully refunded. A $2.00 ser- vice fee will be charged for in- dividual registration cancellations made prior to the start of an activity or its registration deadline. No refunds will be made after registra- tion deadlines or the start of an ac- tivity. r Name Adress Street Bus.Phone# Session# Enclosed S CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM Home Phone # City Zip Name of Activity Time Child's Birth Date To Cover Registration 1, the undersigned, parent, guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the above mentioned activity (ies): and 1 further agree to indemnify and hold harmless from and apinst any, and all, liability for any in- jury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity. e r Name Adress JUNIOR TENNIS Hey, 4th, 5th or 6th grade BOYS AND GIRLS TUNE UP FOR SUMMER ... TRY OUT SOME OF EAGAN'S NEW TEN- NIS COURTS.... You need not know how to play tennis - you need not own a racket. All you need is curiosity, en- thusiasm and a pair of tennis shoes! LOOK FOR CLINICS TO BE HELD AT THESE COURTS: $ Blue Cross/Blue Shield Park • O'Leary Park e Ridgecliff Park RECREATION PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENTS New New New New New 454 -8010 What recreational activities are happening in the City today? What time does the bus leave for the Tots field trip? When does registration begin? Answers to these questions and more are available for you. The recorded message addresses daily recreation announcements: class openings, sports league news and upcoming events. Just call 454-8010 - Be informed of Eagan's Recreation Happenings. CIT1h OF EAGAN MAIL - IN REGISThhATION FORM Home Phone # Street City Zip Bus.Phone# Name of Activity Session# Time Child's Birth Date Enclosed $ To Cover Registration 1, the undersigned, parent, guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the above mentioned activity (ies): and 1 further agree to indemnify and hold harmless from and apinst any, and all, liability for any in- jury which may be Suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity. 1 J a J 16