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Summer-Fall 2010 Eagan Parks & Recreation 40 r 7 dqp imp, - -j Summer/Fall , 2010 see www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Table of Contents For Everyone Adults Art Festival ...............................................8 Adult Sports Opportunities................ 53 Discover Caponi Art Park 14 Adult Trips............................................. 55 Arts All Around! Eagan is an CPR Class .................................................6 Bootcamp............................................... 54 artful place this summer and Community Groups ................................7 Eagan Art House Classes 56-60 fall. Students Eagan Fun Run ........................................4 Eagan Men's & Women's Chorus...... 55 try a new creative activity by E-TV Classes ...................................13, 13,49 Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 enrolling in a class at the Eagan Golf & Tennis Lessons 12 Tennis 51-52 Art House. Painting, drawing Holz Farm ................................................5 Women's Golf League......................... 53 and pottery are just some of the July 4' Funfest .........................................7 Women's Running Classes................... 54 hands-on mediums offered by a LakeFest ....................................................4 experienced group of Market Fest ...........................................1-3 55 plus/Seniors tors. If shopping is more your Puppet Wagon ..........................................6 General Information............................ 61 speed, stroll through the artisan Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 Defensive Driving................................ 63 booths offered each Wednesday Volunteer Opportunities 15 Health & Wellness Classes 64-68 night as part of Market Fest or Senior Trips ......................................62-63 visit the annual Eagan Art Fes- , Preschool (Ages 0-6) Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 tival, Camps 23 , www.eaganartfestival.or June 26 27. Dance Classes 22 Cascade Bay and Eagan Art House Classes ...............43-46 General Information............................ 35 The Caponi Art Park, a non- Little Mates at Cascade Bay ................18 Little Mates 18 profit sculpture park located Parent/Child Classes 17,18 Red Cross Lifeguarding....................... 49 in Eagan, is . open to the pub- Preschool Classes .....................16, 19-22 Red Cross Guard Start 32 lic during summer daylight Preschool Open Gym 17 Snorkeling Class.................................... 29 hours. The parks sculptures Preschool Tennis Lessons 21 are installed as part of a larger Summer in the Park 5&6 yrs old....... 26 Eagan Community Center landscape sculpture which Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 Blast Birthday Packages....................... 36 makes up the entire park. T-ball 24 Facility Hours........................................ 36 EA.N.tastic Saturdays 37 performance ily programs and a Youth (Ages 6-12) Fitness 37 series throughout the summer. Adapted Programs 25 Preschool Open Gym.......................... 37 More information can be found , Camps ................................................27-32 Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies 36 at www.caponiartpark.o Eagan Art House Classes ...............43-47 Fishing Clinics 31 Eagan Civic Arena As a department, we value our Golf 33-34,39 Birthday Parties..................................... 38 residents and strive to be Mad Science of MN Classes 30 General Information............................ 38 innovative through new Summer in the Park (SIP) 26 Adult Hockey Leagues......................... 38 programs and services. Our Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 entire staff would appreciate Tennis Camps 40 Registration any suggestions you may have Tennis Lessons .................................41-42 Map of Parks 69 to improve the current Recreation Hotline .........................42, 42,71 curriculum. Please feel free to Teens (Ages 12-19) Information & Form ......................70-72 call me at 651-675-5500 or email Battle of the Bands 49 Bootcamp 48 with your suggestions and Eagan Art House Classes 48 recommendations. E-TV Video Camp 49 Summer Skating Lessons ...............10-11 City i ~Tennis ................................................49-51 of Director of Parks & Recreation www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan Market Fest 2010 :Y "An Award Winning Community Event" 4- Wednesdays, June 30 - September 15 4:00 - 8:00 pm entral Park's Festival Grounds at the Eagan Community Center Download a flyer, concert schedule & more information at www.eityofeagan.eom/marketfest Food Bank donation drop off site at Market Fest each week at Entrance Tent. Market Fest Activities ~G t t . i M s Farmers Market (produce & specialty foods) 5 • . Artisan Booths Free Youth Art Projects r Nom` F r Free Concerts & Entertainment Free Games & Activities r Cooking Demonstrations (some weeks) Playground w { Kowalski 's Concession Stand soh _ In Partnersh p to 'th K Market Pest Wednesday Summer Concert Schedule 4($~Ccl RE T° ON Invite your friends, family and co-workers to enjoy live music weekly at the Eagan Market Fest. Bring a picnic or purchase something from the Kowalski's Market concession stand. V1_ -Jh~ ThiSaAreP [ Date Band Time " ' June 30 Not Easily Broken, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Dakota County Tribune Hillbilly Mafia, 5:00 - 7:00 pm July 7 ...................................................................................................7 Cats Swing Band, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Th W July 14 Songs of Hope, 5:00 - 7:00 pm 1VC 5 July 21 ..........................................................................................................Locklin Road, 5:30 - 8:00 pm July 28 ...................................................................................................Teen Band Battle, 4:00 - 6:30 pm Thomasina, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Market Pest Vendors WANTED August 4 ..................................................................................................................Shoop! 5:30 - 8:00 pm Visit www.cityofeagan.com/marketfes t August 11 Cyril Paul & The Calypso Monarchs, 5:30 - 7:00 pm to download the Vendor Packet or August 18 .....................................................................................The Elvis Experience, 6:00 - 8:00 pm questions call 651-675-5525 or email August 25 ..............................................................................................Power of Twang, 5:00 - 7:45 pm kohillips&ci ofeagan.com. Submitted September 1 ...............................................................................4 Degrees of Freedom, 5:00 - 7:00 pm applications are not guaranteed accep- September 8 Galactic Cowboy Orchestra, 5:00 - 7:00 pm tance into the market. Final vendor September 15 Blue Drifters, 5:00 - 7:00 pm decisions are made by the Market Fest America's favorite farmers Market Contest! Vote for the Eagan Market lest Coordinator and are based on many factors laid out in the vendor packet. at www.farmland.org/vote. Voting begins in June. 1 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 2010 Eagan Market Fest Theme Nights at Central Park Festival Grounds at the Eagan Community Center The Eagan Market Fest is hosting five special theme nights in addition to the regular festivities found weekly at Market Fest. These evenings, there will be even more fun and planned activities for attendees to enjoy. Eagan Market lest Season Opening n Eagan's 150" Celebration Party ~y Wednesday, July 28.4-8 pm Wednesday, June 30 • 4-8 pm join in the festivities as Eagan celebrates its J t 6v 150' year. Featuring activities for youth, teens • Concert featuring Not Easily Broken from e i and adults, the celebration includes: Seattle, WA, 4:00 - 5:00 pm'~ A~ • Concert featuring Hillbilly Mafia, 5:00 7:00 pm Eagan Teen Battle of the Bands, 4-6:45 pm The HBM is a 5-piece country band speciali~iog in nothing but foot-stomping traditional & new Top 40 Country. o Local teen bands compete in a musical • FREE Market Fest Shopping Bag battle featuring all types of music. Come 'AL* w.0 (1 per household while supplies last). and cheer for your favorite band! • Puppet Wagon Show at 4:45 & 7:15 pm d. Concert featuring jazz vocalist • Lawn Games -all evening Thomasina 7-8:00 pm o Reminiscent of jazz great, Billie Holiday, Thomasina is 'a joy to listen to, bringing Tamil Night you back in time. -j` Wednesday, July 14 • 4-8 pm Celebrate Eagan's 150' ' with: • Food & Produce Drive - Help Eagan Tonight we celebrate family! Invite your family, grand parents, friends and neighbors for meet its goal of collecting 300,000 pounds an evening of activities to bring people together. Shop the Farmers Market, take part of food in celebration of its 150' year. and play together! Canned & Boxed items may be donated at • Concert featuring Songs of Hope, 5-7 pm + , -E the entrance tent or you may purchase An award-winning, St. Paul based choir, Songs of product at the market to donate. Hope featuresyouth from around the world who Donations will go directly to the Eagan celebrate cultures andpromote global thinking T ~ Resource Center supporting local families. through song. Every 150` person at the market will • Puppet Wagon Shows at 4:15 & 7:15 pm win a Market Fest Bag filled with Market • FREE kid's kicking sack to first 150 kids Fest goodies courtesy of the vendors. while supplies last) $1.50 Root Beer Floats - while supplies last • Kowalski's chef demo & tasting - kid Celebration surprise at 6:45 pm at the friendly snack solutions, 7:30 pm Band Shell stage. • Free Kid's Art Project - create an apron Free children's book giveaway to the first ~ 14 ! • Fire & Police Vehicle Show & Tell 150 kids (1 per household) • Farmer's market scavenger hunt • Lawn games & face painting City of Eagan Volunteer Information Tent • American Gothic photo area Bring a camera Find out about all the volunteer opportunities w# with the City of Eagan. 2 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan Fun Run L keFest 2010 Saturday, May 15 a Free Y Saturday, June 12 • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Event! NEW LOCATION at the Eagan Blackhawk Park, 1629 Murphy Parkway Community Center festival Grounds 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan free fun for all ages, interesting facts, festivities and fishing! Rain or Shine. Come celebrate the City of Eagan's 20" Anniversary of its award winning Lake Water • 7:00 am Day of registration & runner Quality Program during Lakes Appreciation Month, Eagan's 150` year celebration and check-in begins "Take A Kid Fishing" weekend. "No fishing license required for adults with chil- 8:00 am 2 -mile race starts dren, this weekend only!" It's also National Get Outdoors Day, so we invite you to 8:40 am 'z mile youth non-timed dash starts bring your family and friends and spend a wonderful day outdoors! 9:00 am 5-mile race starts Day of Race Prices: • Free 150` Celebration item to the first 150 attendees (1 per household) 2-mile or 5-mile is $20 or run both races for . Visit with natural resource experts and learn about lakes $29 • Create fish print art at the Eagan Art House tent • Build a Home Depot bird house Same time registering the morning of the race . Fishing fun with bait & equipment provided or bring your own and download a registration form to bring with . Puppet Wagon show at 10:30 & 11:30 am you at ww. .ci ofeagan.com/special events. • Information & activity booths from local outdoor organizations • Learn about water safety 2009 Eagan Fun Run Partner: • Fun kid's water experiement activities 11:00 am - 1:00 pm • Food donation booth (bring a food item to support Eagan's goal of 300,000 lbs of G E M S YS food donations) • Lead sinker exchange and "Get The Lead Out" information • Kowalski's Market concession stand Ground Pounders Running Series I, - Contact host city's Parks & Recreation Depart- ment for race information. Download aS.y Ground Pounders flyer at wwwcityofeagan. Pe . com/specialevents. - A.%. ? AN, Eagan Fun Run Saturday, May 15 t r Farmington Dew Run Saturday, June 19 fi.. 1r Apple Valley Freedom Days Run..... Sun, July 4 Lakeville Pan-O-frog Run....... Saturday, July 10 Rosemount Run for the Gold Sat, July 24 = Burnsville with Savage i . ' `Beat the Heat Race"......... Saturday, August 14 All Ground Pounders races sponsored by Life Wellness Center & Runner's Gate i~ ,,net Gate ~~wusee~ 4 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Historic Holz Farm Holz farm Spring festival and Friends of the Farm & Arbor Day Celebration Sunday, May 16 • 11 am - 4 pm Take a nostalgic walk into the past at Holz Farm, a 1940's era family farm acquired by the City Visit Holz Farm for an day of fun and learn- of Eagan in 1995 to actively preserve the rich farming history of the area. The farm is located in ing for the whole family, and celebrate the 24" the southeast corner of Eagan, alongside Holz Lake, at 4665 Manor Drive. Currently, the eight Annual Arbor Day Celebration. Hop onto acres owned by the City are used for educational, historical, and entertainment activities. In 1996, the wagon for a haytide, see the farm animals, efforts began to preserve and protect the house, barn and outbuildings that are examples of the ride a pony and admire the beautiful flower 1940's era. A Master Plan for the site was completed in 2003. As of June 2007, the farmstead garden. Watch demonstrations of 1940's style has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. farm implements, kitchen appliances and a tree planting at 11:15 am. Listen to music, play old- fashioned games and enjoy picnic style food Join Friends of the Farm available for purchase. The first 150 families Friends of the Farm, a non-profit land stewardship organization staffed by volunteers, is will receive a Bur Oak 12" tree seedling in dedicated to cultivating an appreciation of farm life. This group was formed to help pre- honor of Eagan's 150' Anniversary and help serve and restore Holz Farm. Friends of the Farm plans and conducts a wide variety of us fill the grain wagon full of food, dona- activities and events that provide educational, entertaining, historical and cultural perspec- lions will go to the Eagan Resource Center. fives appealing to a wide range of interests and ages. Help is needed in the areas of edu- The 2010 Arbor Day poster winner will be cation /teaching, farming knowledge, tour guides, grounds maintenance, painting, clean-up announced at noon. More details will be avail- days, interpretation of 1930's and 1940's farm implements and planning of special events. able in late April, follow the links to the Spring Festival and Arbor Day Celebration, www. If you are looking for a rewarding experience with other committed volunteers who cityofeagan.com/holzfarm. believe in preserving our heritage, educating students of all ages, connecting the past with the present, building community pride, and providing a historical resource for the ever-changing world around us, we would like to hear from you. For more information, contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500, TTY 651-454-8535 or check out www.cityofeagan.com ~ Lone Oalc Dais Old fashioned Holiday Saturday, September 25 Sunday, December 5 Sunday, September 26 The Friends of the Farm invite you to get into 11:00 am - 4:00 pm the holiday spirit early as they as celebrate their 10th Annual Old Fashioned Holiday event Volunteer for friends of the farm Visit Holz Farm on two beautiful fall days for at Holz Farm. There is no admission fee, all some 1940's era fun! Hop onto the wagon for There are various programs and events events are free. You'll enjoy experiences such throughout the year at Holz Farm that a hayride, milk a virtual cow, see the farm ani- as hayrides, a bonfire, organ music and live mals and ride a pony. Participate in the pie eat need energetic volunteers. If you are reindeer. Also, enjoy holiday cookies as they interested, please call Eagan Parks & ing contest, listen to music, play old-fashioned were prepared on the farm in the 1940's with games, hunt for coins in our coin hunt, and p p Recreation at 651-675-5500. hot cider and a warm heart. Craft activities, a enjoy picnic style food over 2 fun filled days. bonfire, smores and more! Bring your camera; Santa loves this event too and has stopped by every year, and he always has candy canes to share. 5 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 The Puppet Wagon 1s Ready for Another Great Summer. Heartsaver CPR and Meet the characters and enjoy a good show Monday through Friday, every week! The and First Aid puppets will perform a show at 7 different parks every week, beginning June 14 and run through August 20. Puppet shows are held in Eagan's Parks, bring a snack and stay after Cert~ft Catt on to enjoy free art projects, the playground and meet other families! The puppet wagon always provides fun, entertaining and interactive shows with singing and dancing for the Ages 12 & older whole family. This class will teach you CPR with AED for s Puppet shows are free of charge and run approximately 15 minutes in length, all planned adults, and children First Aid. First Aid train- around a theme for the week. Arrive on time and bring a lawn chair or blanket. Puppet ing includes general principles of First Aid, shows start promptly at the scheduled time! In the event of inclement weather puppet medical emergencies, injury emergencies and shows will be cancelled and not rescheduled, call the Recreation Hotline at 651-675-5511 environmental emergencies. Upon comple- for up to date information. lion of the class, all participants will receive a Heartsaver CPR/First Aid card that is good for Mondays..... 10:00 am (no show July 5) two years. The class is taught by Cathy Miller Location Trapp Farm Park, of Chance for Life CPR. Cathy is an American 841 Wilderness Run Rd / Heart Association (AHA) Instructor and has been teaching CPR and First Aid since 1999. Tuesdays ...........................10:00 am Her style is relaxed, positive and easy to follow Location .............................Quarry Park, • 3340 Coachman Rd CLASS # 15978 Date .............................................Monday, May 17 F, Wednesdays .......................10:00 am Times.............................................. 5:00 - 9:00 pm Location Sky Hill Park, Cost...................................................... $62/person 3590 Blue Cross Rd Location .............Eagan Civic Arena Mezzanine, 3870 Pilot Knob Road Thursdays 10.00 am Register by ..................................Monday, May 10 Location....... O'Leary Park, Corner of Duckwood Trail & Duckwood Drive Fridays ..............................10:00 am Location Blackhawk Park F•A•N•tastiC aturda~IS. 1629 Murphy Pkwy Enjoy bonus puppet shows at Market lest! You've made it so popular, Evening Shows! Wednesday' June 30 we're Mondays... 6:30 pm (no show July 5) extending it. Location........... Central Park Bandshell Wednesday, duly 14 Check out page 37 for details! 1501 Central Parkway Tuesdays............................ 6:30 pm 2010 Puppet Wagon Partner: Location ..................Thomas Lake Park 4425 Pilot Knob Road G E M S YS L!I i UNl:__.~ Did you know Stormwater runoff in Eagan does not go to a wastewater treatment facility, it goes into a natural lake, wetland or constructed storm pond. LMM 6 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan 's July 41' funfest Simple Steps in Eagan's Central Park Coming to a city near you, . Did you know walking is one of the easiest forms of physical activity? It safely works your Celebrate the of July weekend in heart and reduces stress in just minutes. Mark April 1" on your calendar, the date Simple Steps Eagan. Mark your calendars now for in Dakota County begins. Back by popular demand, Simple Steps is a walking program that fits a weekend of fun! your lifestyle! In 2009, nearly 1,600 people participated. Participants can win prizes simply by The Funfest will be held on July 2, 3 & tracking minutes walked. Access online resources including tips and ideas for new places to walk _ 4. The Parade will be held on Saturday, in Dakota County. Participating is very easy, simply find a buddy to walk with. The program is July 3 with the theme "Celebrate free. Register online anytime between March 15 and June 15 at wwwdakotacoun .us (search for Eagan's 150" Birthday". "Simple Steps") or call 651-554-6100. Anywhere is walking distance, if you've got the time." Stephen IEright Join Parks & Recreation staff for the children's games area following the parade on Saturday. Live music will entertain you all 3 nights. New this year is a Patriots Pancake Breakfast on Northern Dakota County TriDistrict Sunday, July 4 from 7:00 am - Noon. Community Education A children's bike parade follows the breakfast starting at Noon. One of the Serving Residents of the South St. Paul, Inver Grove Heights and Vest St. Paul-Mendota Heights- largest regional fireworks displays, will Eagan School Districts be held on Sunday, July 4! Check out the website at wwweaganfunfest.org Do you want a safe and engaging environment for your child? Do you want to learn a for up-to-date information. new skill or brush up on an old one? If so, Community Education is right for you! Volunteer Opportunities are avail- Northern Dakota County TriDistrict Community Education offers a wide range of able at each of the Funfest venues. opportunities for all ages and abilities, including: Early Learning Programs, Youth Enrich- Funfest continues to thrive due to ment, School-Age Care, Adult Enrichment, Adult Basic Education, Adults with Disabili- the dedicated work of our Volunteer forces! For information please con- ties and Older Adult Programs. tact volunteer&eaganfunfest.org. Tell us your interests; we have a position To view our current catalog, please visit www.comed.isdl97.org. For more information or specific to you! to register, please visit www.celearn4ever.org or call 651-403-8313. ISD 196 Community Education Join more than 45,000 District 196 residents and participate in fun and lifelong learning! From Early Childhood Family Education and Adult Basic Education (ABE) to Project Explore, Aquatics and Enrichment classes, your friends and neighbors enjoy community Ed programs. Visit wwwdistrict196.org/ce anytime to browse and register for enrichment opportunities or call 651-423-7920. Find us on Facebook Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebook! - -a www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation 7 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 t"Ann Local Art on Display 16 Ua1 Eagan Art Festival Enjoy artwork of local artists this summer. Saturday, June 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm For more information, call Julie at the Eagan Sunday, June 27, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Art House at 651-686-9134. Eagan Community Center Festival Grounds • Dunn Brothers Coffee May & June • 100 Artists 1012 Diffley Road, Eagan • Entertainment • Art Activities • Dakota County Regional Chamber of • Food Commerce • Free Admission . -A N Ongoing 1121 Town Centre Drive, Suite 102 Entertainment Schedule ongoing exhibits F _ i- I L Call for viewing hours, 651-452-8978 Saturday, June 26 10:00 - 10:45 am The Teddy Bear Band Rep. Mike Obermeuller's Office 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Paula Lammers, Jazz T"VV Ongoing 1:45 - 3:45 pm Eelpout Stringers, Folk Minnesota Legislative Offices, St. Paul 3:45 - 5:00 pm Civil War Era Interpreters Call for viewing hours, 651-452-8978 Sunday, June 27 Coming Soon! 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Century Brass Band Harvest of Art Exhibit 11:20 am Artists Awards Ceremony Opens August 29 12:45 - 2:45 pm Papa John Kolstad & Clint Hoover Locations throughout Eagan 3:00 - 5:00 pm Lehto and Wright Schedule subject to change. I Ac An nKr House Schedule your next Birthday The Eagan Art House Presents Art from Today and Yesterday Party at the Eagan Art House! • Folk Art Themed Activities for Children - • Artist Demonstrations, including a variety of folk artists & Fun, creative activities for gids and musicians boys ages 5 and up. Call 651-675 • Community Art - Paint a Rain Barrel 5504 for details. This activity is made possible, in j art, by funds provided by the Metroj olitan RegionalArts Council Birthday Party Themes: through a grant from the McKnight Foundation and an appropriation by the Minnesota Legislature. • Flower Power • Fairies & Princesses and For more information go to: www.eaganartfestival.org or www.citvofeagan.com/eaganarL Dragons, tool house. Volunteers needed, call 651-269-ARTS. • Animal Adventures • Young Artists • Tie-Dye Fun (Ages 9 and up) THIS WEEKEND ONLY! • Beading Bonanza (Ages 10 & up) • Or we'll custom design a party just Get a 15% discount on Eagan Art House for your child classes when you register on site at the Art festival. 8 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Drawing with Dad Ages 5+ with an adult Harvest of Art Spend a special time with dad learning fun "A Community Art Exhibit" drawing techniques and trying out different _ mediums (Moms and special friends welcome, August 29 - October 20 too!). All supplies provided. Children 12 and 7 under must be registered with an adult. Class fee is for one adult and one child. Additional Exhibit Opening and Awards Presentation _ fee per child is listed below Please register the ' p Sunda, August 29, I:00 - 5:00 pm child for the pair. To register additional chil- dren, call 651-675-5500. Eagan Art House CLASS # 15987 Exhibit Locations: Saturday ......................................................June 12 . August 29 - All Artwork on Display at the Eagan Art House Times ..............................................1:30 - 3:30 pm . Week of August 30 - October 20 - Various locations in Eagan. Check the web site Cost $28/adult-child pair; $10/add'1 child for detailed information at www.ci ofeagan.com/eaganarthouse. Location Eagan Art House • Exhibit is open to all South of the River Artists. Pre-registration is required. Instructor Shelley Clark Register by Friday, June 4 CLASS # 16425 Ages 8-18 Cost $15/person (up to 2 pieces of arnvork) CLASS # 16426 Ages 19+ Celebrate Art at the Cost $20/person (up to 2 pieces of artwork Eagan Art House Register by .......................................................................................................Monday, August 9 Sunday, August 29 IMPORTANT: The Artwork Information Form and waiver must accompany your registration. Please log on to www.cityofeagan.com/eaganarthouse to download paper- 1:00 - 5:00 pm work and to review complete exhibit guidelines. Contact the Eagan Art House at 651- 686-9134 for more information. • Opening of Harvest of Art Exhibit • Raku Pottery Firing (fire your own pieces available for purchase) • Forgotten Treasures Pottery Sale • Eagan Art House Tours & Information • Hands On Art Activities Group Art Classes at the Eagan Art House • Entertainment Girls night out? Family reunion activity? Neighborhood get together? Get a group • Fun for All Ages! of friends or family together for a special time of artistic expression. Classes are designed to meet your interests. For more information and for pricing information, For more information, visit wwwci ofeagan. call Julie at 651-686-9134. com/eaganarthouse or call 651-686-9134. p This activity is made possible, in part, by funds Art on the Road provided by the Metropolitan RegionalArts Council Can't make it to the Eagan Art House? Let us come to you with our quality program- through a grant from the McKnight Foundation and an ming for all ages. Great for after school programs, scouts, church youth groups, peer appropriation by the Minnesota Legislature. groups and more. A wide variety of programming is available. Call 651-686-9134 for more information. 9 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Skating School Registration Information t 'A'FAGAN Space will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis until class is full. We reserve the right to limit class size and tiX a n[.u EI[xa. enrollment. Full payment must accompany the registration form. Classes with 1-2 skaters that have not been can- celled will receive a 15-minute private/semi-private lesson with the remainder practice time. For more information on skating lessons, please contact the Skating School Coordinator at 651-675-5453. Note: If you are new to the program, place your skater in a lower level than you think, as each skater is evaluated the first day of lessons. ISI Class Descriptions Beginner 1-4 (Ages 3-6) Freestyle family Discount Age 6 and under should sign up for Beginner Full ice is used for this class. Skaters are The first two family members (living at the Level 1 unless they have passed into a higher grouped according to their ISI Freestyle level. same address) pay full price; each additional level class. Each ISI Freestyle level has required elements family member (living at the same address) Beginner 7 & up that must be mastered & then skated to music. pays 1/2 price. The discount applies to only Adult ONE class fee if the additional family mem- Skaters age 7 & up with no skating experience. ber is taking multiple classes. NO family dis- Our adult classes are divided according to counts are available on ISI individual member- Pre-Alpha ability and needs. ships. Discount not available on-line. Beginning skater ages 7 and up who can skate Adult/Child (Ages 3-7) p comfortably forwards unassisted or skaters that Refunds, Cancellations and Make-up have passed the Beginner Level 4 class. Designed for the adult and the beginner child to learn to skate. This class will focus on the Policy Alpha skating basics. No refunds are issued after classes begin. Skaters who have passed Pre-Alpha level or Refunds will be considered on a case-by-case who have mastered the skill of a one foot Hockey Skills basis for skaters ages 3 and under. There are glide on each foot and are comfortable moving Helmet, shin pads and elbow pads are manda- NO make-up lessons. A $5 processing fee is backwards. tory. Full hockey gear is suggested. Sticks and charged for cancelling out of a class. pucks are not to be used as the focus is on Beta skating skills, speed and edge control. Skaters Confirmation of Enrollment Skaters who have passed Alpha level or who must have passed Beginner Level 3 to be eli- have mastered the skill of forward crossovers gible for this class. Confirmations WILL NOT be sent You can assume that you are in the class(es) you in both directions and can stop. Parents: If your skater is just starting he/she registered for unless you receive a call to the Gamma needs to register for a Beginner skating class. contrary. Particpants MUST be able to skate on their Skaters who have passed Beta level or have own and have knowledge of gliding and stop- mastered the skill of backward crossovers in ping. No sticks or pucks will be used. Recommended Attire both directions and can do t-stops. Hockey Skills 1 & 2: Skaters must have We strongly suggest snowpants, helmets and Delta passed Beginner Level 3. gloves/mittens, especially for skaters ages 6 & under. We also recommend that newer skaters Skaters who have passed Gamma level or have mastered the skill of forward outside three Hockey Skills 3 & 4: Skaters must have start in figure skates. The longer and flatter turns on each foot and the 7 step mohawk passed Alpha or Hockey Skills Level 2. blade assists in learning to balance quicker. combination. Hockey Skills 5: Skaters must have passed Skate & helmet rental is available at the Civic Beta or Hockey Skills Level 4. Arena. 10 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Summer Skating Lessons: July 19 - September 2 (Registration begins June I - July 15) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - MONDAYS - THURSDAYS July 19 - August 30 (No class August 2) July 22 - September 2 (No class August 19) 6:15 - 6:45 pm $60/skater 6:15 - 6:45 pm $72/skater Includes open skate punch card. CLASS # 16462 Freestyle 1 CLASS # 16427 Beginner 1CLASS # 16463 Freestyle 2 CLASS # 16428 Beginner 2 CLASS # 16464 Freestyle 3 CLASS # 16429 Beginner 3 CLASS # 16465 Freestyle 4 CLASS # 16430 Beginner 4 - - CLASS # 16466 Freestyle 5 CLASS # 16431 ......................Beginner 7 & Up CLASS # 16467 Freestyle 6 CLASS # 16432 Pre-Alpha CLASS # 16468 Freestyle 7 CLASS # 16433 Hockey Skills 1 & 2 CLASS # 16469 Freestyle 8 6:15 - 6:45 pm $90/adult-child pair TUESDAYS 6:45 - 7:15 pm $60/skater Includes open skate punch card for each skater. For Includes open skate punch card. the adult and child to learn to skate together. CLASS # 16470 Beginner 1 CLASS # 16434 Adult/Child July 20 -August 24 1:30 - 2:00 pm $90/adult-child pair CLASS # 16471 .................................Beginner 2 Includes open skate punch card for each CLASS # 16472 Beginner 3 6:45 - 7:15 pm $60/skater skater. For the adult and child to learn to CLASS # 16473 ..................................Beginner 4 Includes open skate punch card. skate together. CLASS # 16474 ......................Beginner 7 & Up CLASS # 16435 Beginner 1 CLASS # 16446 ...............Adult/Child CLASS # 16475 Pre-Alpha CLASS # 16437 Pre-Alpha CLASS # 16476 Hockey Skills 1 & 2 CLASS # 16438 ...........................................Alpha CLASS # 16439 Beta 1:30 - 2:00 pm $60/skater 6:45 - 7:15 pm $90/adult-child pair CLASS # 16440 Gamma Includes open skate punch card. Includes open skate punch card for each skater. For CLASS # 16441 .....................'.'.'."""""""'.Delta CLASS # 16447 Beginner 1 the adult and child to learn to skate together. CLASS # 16442 ...........Hockey Skills 31 4 & 5 CLASS # 16477 Adult/Child CLASS # 16443 Adult CLASS # 16448 Beginner 2 CLASS # 16449 Beginner 3 7:15 - 7:45 pm $60/skater 7:15 - 8:00 pm $72/skater CLASS # 16450 Beginner 4 Includes open skate punch card. Includes 15 min of instruction and 30 min practice. CLASS # 16451 ......Beginner 7 & Up CLASS # 16478 .................................Beginner 1 CLASS # 16452 Adults CLASS # 16479 Beginner 2 CLASS # 16444 .........Intro to Private Lessons CLASS # 16480 ..........................................Alpha CLASS # 16481 Beta 7:15 - 8:15 pm $42/skater CLASS # 16482 Gamma Practice ice for figure and basic skills skaters alpha 2:00 - 2:30 pm $60/skater CLASS # 16483 ...........................................Delta level and above. Includes open skate punch card. CLASS # 16484 .............Hockey Skills 3, 4 & 5 CLASS # 16445 Contract Ice CLASS # 16453 Beginner 1 CLASS # 16485 Adult CLASS # 16454 Beginner 2 CLASS # 16455 Beginner 3 Summer figure SI(ating Camp CLASS # 16457 ...................Pre-Alpha CLASS # 16458 ..........................Alpha Watch for fall skating lessons For skaters in levels CLASS # 16459 .............................Beta Gamma, Delta, & Freestyle 1-10 CLASS # 16460 Gamma in our next Discover brochure, August 2 - 5 CLASS # 16461 ............................Delta 8:30 am - 4:45 pm available in August. More details available soon at www.eagancivicarena.com. 11 L www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Group Golf Group Golf Lessons at Lessons at Mendota Heights Par 3 Parkview Golf Ages 6 & up • Enjoy three one-hour lessons covering grip, stance, and swing techniques. You will work on put- Club ng, chipping and the full swing. Juniors ages 6-15 must attend with an adult ages 16 & up. Stu- dent to teacher ratio is 6:1. Students will need a putter and at least four other clubs. Participants Ages 8 & up will receive coupons for two free rounds of golf. Rained out lessons will be rescheduled. For • weather related questions, please call Mendota Heights Par 3 at 651-454-9822. Classes include instruction on: grip, set up, full swing, putting, chipping, pitching, bunker, ball CLASS # 15980 flight laws/shaping shots, taking the basics to Mondays June 7, 14, 21 the course and answering questions on rules Time ...........................................................6:10 pm lion and etiquette. Juniors (ages 8-17) are welcome Cost ......................................................$55/person with a sponsored adult participating in the Location ..........................Mendota Heights Par 3 a class. Fee includes practice time, individual 1695 Dodd Road rida, Ma 21 instruction, range balls and a VIP card. Rain Register by Friday, May , r - dates will be filled with indoor instruction. For weather related information, call Parkview Golf Club at 651-994-8000 x1. Cost ....$75/person private &Semi-Private Location Parkview Golf Club 1310 Cliff Road Tennis Lessons CLASS # 15983 All Ages Tue & Thur .............................May 18, 20, 25, 27 30 - 6:30 pm Looking for more personal attention or practice in a specific area? Private tennis instruc- TiRemes ...aster ...b........................................ 5::30 Friday, 0 7 tion is available for the student wanting individual assistance. Semi-private instruction g y May works great for two or three people wanting more personal instruction, but willing to share an instructor. After June 1, an instructor will be identified that best suits your CLASS # 15984 needs, and will then work with the student(s) to set up dates, times and locations for Tue & Thur ...................................June 1, 3, 8, 10 instruction. Please note that weekday mornings and afternoon availability is limited. The Times 6:45 - 7:45 pm tennis instruction package consists of four, one-hour sessions. Participants may choose to Register by Friday, May 21 add additional packages at any time. Semi-private participants must register together and have no more than three people. CLASS # 15985 Tue & Thur ..............................July 13, 15, 20, 22 Dates Lessons will occur between June 14 and August 13 Times 5:30 - 6:30 pm Location........................................................................................................................... in Eagan Register by Friday, July 2 Register by Friday, July 16 CLASS # 15986 CLASS # 15975 Private Lesson Package Saturdays ...............................August 7, 14, 21, 28 Cost $100/person, four one-hour sessions (1 student, 1 instructor) Times .............................................9:00 - 10:00 am Register by Friday, July 30 CLASS # 16369 Semi-Private Lesson Package Cost $140/four one-hour sessions (2 students, 1 instructor), $36/ea. add'l student L 12 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 E-TV Studio Production E-TV Eagan Televisions engern television Ages 12 -Adults Have you ever dreamed of producing your own TV show? Now is the time to learn Director . . . Producer . . . Cameraman and ! You'll learn all the aspects of studio pro- how at E-TV, Eagan's own television station. You'll learn how to take your vision and more! using E-TV's multi-camera HD studio. make it a reality, promote your cause or just have fun! We have classes on studio pro- d duction, field production, non-linear editing, special effects and more. Best of all, once , Times 6:30 - 9:30 pm you learn how to produce your show, it will be broadcast on one of the E-TV Chan- Cost ......................................................$30/person nels to the entire city! And kids, be sure to sign up for the "E-TV's Video Camp" this Location ...........................................E-TV Studios summer for 4 days of hands-on fun in a real television studio. For more information ' Register by Friday before class starts on this and everything else E-TV has to offer, go to www.eagan-tv.com or call 651-848- 4696. E-TV is located at 610 Opperman Drive, DLL-S500, Eagan, MN 55123. CLASS # 15973 IL_ 11 Mon & Tue May 3 & 4 Intro to E-TV Eagan Television E-TV Intro to Single Cameral CLASS # 15974 Ages 14 - Adults Mon & Tue ......................................June 14 & 15 Want to have your own television show? Want field Production to promote your cause? Learn all about what CLASS # 16492 Ages 14 -Adults you can do at E-TV in this 2-hour course that Mon & Tue August 2 & 3 introduces participants to all areas of television If you want to go "On Location", this production with E-TV. This class is a pre- class will give you all the building blocks CLASS # 16493 requisite to all other E-TV courses. for successful videography. From Mon & Tue August 30 & 31 lighting to composition, you'll learn Times 7:00 - 9:00 pm what you need for professional looking E-TV Intro to Non-Linear Editing Cost ............Free videos. Location ...........................................E-TV Studios Ages 14 - Adults Times ...............................6:30 - 9:30 pm Every video you shoot will need to be edited CLASS # 15965 Cost $30/person to tell the story you want to tell. This class will Monday May 17 Location........................... E-TV Studios teach you the basics of non-linear eding using Register by Friday, May 14 CLASS # 15968 Apple Final Cut Pro. CLASS # 16486 Mon & Tue May 24 & 25 Times 6:30 - 9:30 pm Monday .......................................................June 28 Register by Friday, May y, Y Cost $30/person Register by Friday, June 25 Location ...........................................E-TV Studios CLASS # 16487 CLASS # 16489 Register by Friday before class starts Mon & Tue July 12 & 13 Monday August 9 Register b Friday, Register b Friday, August 6 Reg by July 9 CLASS # 15971 Mon & Tue June 7 & 8 CLASS # 16488 CLASS # 16490 Mon & Tue August 16 & 17 Monday ............................................September 13 CLASS # 16494 Register by .................Ftiday, August 13 Register by Friday, September 10 Mon & Tue July 19 & 20 CLASS # 16491 CLASS # 16495 Kids, be sure to sign up for the Mon & Tue Sept 20 & 21 Mon & Tue August 23 & 24 "E-TV's Video Camp" Register by Friday, Sept 17 on page 49! CLASS # 16496 Mon & Tue ...........................September 27 & 28 13 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Summer Performance Series Caponi Art Park & Learning Center in the Theater in the Woods www.caponlartpark.or Celebrate the 10" Anniversary of the Theater 1220 Diffley Road, Eagan, MN 55123 • 651-454-9412 in the Woods with family-friendly entertain- All programs are FREE. Donations are greatly appreciated to help make these programs ment featuring the area's finest performances. possible. Visit caooniartpark.org for program updates & current schedule of events. Special activities will be scheduled during the series. Events are free with a $4/person sug- gested donation to help make these programs family fun Tuesdays In the Sculpture Garden possible. Ages 3-12 with an adult Minnesota Sinfonia y, June 13 6:30 pm (rain dateJuly 18) Come to Caponi Art Park every Tuesday this summer for a unique interactive cultural activity Sunda each week. Programs are free with a $2 per person suggested donation to help make these pro- Dakota Valley Summer Pops Orchestra grams possible. Childcare groups should call for space availability and fees. Sunday, July 11............6:30 pm (rain date July 18) Tuesdays June 1- August 31 Twin Cities Community Gospel Choir Time 10:00 am Sunday, July 25...........6:30 pm (rain date Aug 15) Jump, Sing and Explore: Discovering the Natural World June 1 Clowning Around with Circus Arts June 8 CAAM Chinese Dance Theater Sunda Sunday, August 8 .......6:30 p m (rain date Aug 15) BOOKcrobatics: A Stuntastical Reading-fueled Program June 15 Tales from a Trunk: Shakespearience for Children June 22 Cyril Paul and the Calypso Monarchs "A Surprise for Little Grandpa" Puppetry Show .......................................................................June 29 Sunday, August 22....................................6:30 pm jig, Pipe and Harp: Irish Dance and Music .....................................................................................July 6 (Rain location: Sts. Martha and Mary Church) A Day in the Life of a Minnesota Voyager ...................................................................................July 13 Stories from the Plains: American Indian Tales and Music ........................................................July 20 A Northern European Festival of Music ......................................................................................July 27 .7 di Lucky Lion and Red Ribbons: China's Moving History .Au August 3 ' Y g Y g Paper Boats: A World Travelin Folktale Feast ......................................................................Au August 10 Caribbean Carnival: Music of the West Indies .......................................................................August 17~ Ketzal Coathcue: Aztec Dance and Drums ............................................................................August 24 Children's Stories from India .....................................................................................................August 31 - Oi' Shakespeare festival in the Theater in the Woods Come for a summer evening of tragedy, comedy and romance we pay homage to William Shakespeare's work in a truly fitting setting. Free with as we pay homage $4 per person'`. suggested donation. Art Park Tours Troilus and Cressida presented by Cromulent Shakespeare Co. May - October, 2010 Friday, June 25 6:30 pm Guided tours are available to organized groups such as schools, childcare & community orga- Hamlet presented by Minnesota Shakespeare Co. nizations. Tours may include information about Saturday, July 26 6:30 pm the park, sculptures, history, and founder, tac- tile exploration, environmental education and All programs are FREE. Donations are greatly appreciated and help to make these pro- more. Individuals & families are encouraged grams possible. to explore the park on their own. Fee for a guided tour is $3/person. Supplemental hands- on activities are available to enhance the tour Poets in the Park Teen Poetry Slam, see page 48 for details! experience. Schedule your guided tour today! 14 LMM ~ 1 -0 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Volunteer Parks & Recreation Opportunities Consider giving your time and talents through volunteering with the Eagan Parks & Recreation Department. Throughout the year, Eagan Parks & Recreation Department hosts many community special events that require the assistance of volun- teers. Individuals, businesses and social groups are encouraged to call and find out how you can take part. To volunteer or get information on voluntering, please contact Kerry Phillips, Recreation Supervisor at 651-675-5500 or send an e-mail to kphillipskci ofeagan.com. qty. Volunteer opportunities are open to: ~~~+r, ■w • Individuals (children under 14 with supervision of an adult chaperone) G 4. p " • Church groups • School clubs and school community service hour requirements • Scout groups • Local businesses and employee groups • Social clubs (mom's groups, single groups, etc.) • Community organizations "r • Anyone with an interest in volunteering Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities Adapted Youth Sports - Ongoing Sunday Holz Farm Spring Festival - May 16 Market Fest 2010 - June 30 - September 15 nights for 5 - 7 weeks at a time. Come back in time with us and volunteer for on Wednesday nights Enthusiastic volunteers needed to encourage this charming family event featuring the 1940's Be part of the summers hottest Eagan event. and work with youth ages 6-12 with disabili- era Holz Farm. Volunteers needed to assist This not-to-miss weekly community event ties as they participate in a sports-focused with children's games, hayrides, milking cow requires many volunteers to work the wel- program. Committed volunteers needed to demo, planting and farm fun activities. come /information booth, assist kids on free encourage participants, assist with sports art projects, run family and kid games and drills and make a great experience for the more. youth in the program. Training is provided. Lake Fest - June 12 Trained staff lead the program with help This new summer event celebrates Eagan's Lone Oak Days - September 25 & 26 from volunteers. Sports include soccer, lakes and water resources and features youth Volunteer at the 1940's era Holz Farm Park floor hockey, basketball, softball/t-ball, fish- and adult educational water-themed activities celebrating the fall season. Volunteers needed ing and bowling. and fishing fun. Volunteers needed to teach to work at fun activity stations showcasing old kids how to fish and assist with preparing fashioned farm fun. Eagan Fun Run - Saturday, May 15 fishing equipment at the event and assisting Volunteer in the morning and have the rest at the activity stations. Great opportunity for Halloween Hodgepodge - October 24 of your day to enjoy. Our annual Fun Run nature and fishing enthusiasts. A community favorite, the Halloween event requires more than 50 volunteers to assist features carnival games, youth dance, crafts, Eagan Art Festival - June 26 & 27 face painting and much more. More than 75 with checking in runners, handing out water Many volunteer opportunities available from to runners and monitoring intersections/ y volunteers are needed to support this spook- artist hospitality to helping in the art activity tacular' community event. A great option roadways along the race route. tents. A great way to experience the local art for groups and local businesses to volunteer scene and give back to the community at the together. same time. for facility & Athletic field Reservations call 651-675-5500 or visit our web site at www agan.coT 15 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Welcome to Preschool - The City of Eagan Parks & Recreation Department welcomes you and your preschooler to a wide selection of quality preschool programs. Eagan Preschool Program's focus is on the social development of children ages two through five years old. Participants will - benefit by developing their social skills through play, art projects, stories, songs, games, and outside play. Participants also have the opportunity to develop their independence, self-help and sharing skills and learn to follow directions. Teachers are experienced instructors committed to offering your preschooler a positive experience and providing Bridle Ridge Park Shelter Building support for your child's first school years. The program has been serving the community 3990 Elrene Road since 1978 and continues to provide quality programs and new opportunities for all East on Wescott Road to Elrene Road, south on participants. Each year new classes begin in January, March, June and September. Elrene. The park entrance is on left, directly across from Northview Park Road. Eagan Community Center (ECC) Please Note 1501 Central Parkway • Due to the popularity of our preschool program, classes tend to fill up quickly. Wait lists will Pilot Knob Road, north of Yankee Doodle Road to be maintained in a manner that accommodates participants new to the program. Central Parkway. Left on Central Parkway. Follow • A scholarship fund is available for participants under age 18 to provide financial assistance for road to Community Center entrance on the right Eagan residents to participate in Eagan Parks & Recreation sponsored programs. The scholar- ship covers 50% of the program fees with a maximum of $200 per year per participant. A scholarship form must be completed at the time of registration and submitted to Eagan Parks Goat Hill Park Shelter Building & Recreation, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. In addition, time payments are also available to pay for 4391 Lexington Avenue • any youth programs offered by Eagan Parks & Recreation. A staff member will work with you Lexington Avenue south past Lexington-Diffley to set-up a payment schedule that fits your needs. For additional information, please contact Athletic Fields and Kensington Trail. Turn right Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500 or www.cityofeagan.com and search scholarships. at wood sign at entrance for Goat Hill Park, follow • Equal Access Policy: The City of Eagan is committed to providing equal access to its pro driveway up to parking lot. The shelter building grams, facilities and employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin or is at the far end of the parking lot. (On west side handicap. of Lexington Avenue between Diffley Road and • Participants enrolled in more than one preschool class per session may experience program- ming duplication between classes. Wilderness Run Road.) Rahn Park Shelter Building Eagan Parks & Recreation uses these guidelines to define 4425 Sandstone Drive who is a preschooler for participation in our programs: Diffley Road to Rahn Road, south on Rahn to Shale • Children who are the appropriate age stated in the class description by the first day of Lane. Right on Shale Lane, left on Sandstone Drive. class The park is on the right side of Sandstone, across . from Rahn Elementary School. The shelter building • Children who are completely toilet trained and able to use the bathroom is adjacent to hockey rinks. independently. Children are required to wear underwear; pull-up type diapers are not allowed. Eagan Art House • Bright Beginnings, Wiggles & Giggles and Let's Play! Music Together classes are for 3981 Lexington Avenue children who are the age stated in the class description and accompanied by an adult Between Wescott Road and Diffley Road on Toilet training is not required for the parent/child classes and additional siblings are Lexington Avenue. welcome, see each class fee structure for details. • Just for 5's (and some Ts, too!) class is for children that are eligible to attend kindergarten in the fall of 2011. 16 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Let's Play! Music Together - r Ages 0-5 with an adult Did you know that all children are musical? Have you ever wondered what you can do to nurture the musical growth of your child, regardless of your own musical ability? Our Music Together classes build on your child's natural enthusiasm for music and movement.N Teacher Chris will help you provide your child with the basic musical skills needed to enjoy school and social musical activities. All in an informal atmosphere of play! Each Let's Play! class includes 10 (spring) and 6 (summer), 45 minute classes, 2 CDs, songbook, and activity suggestions for parents. *Online registration feature is not available for additional Br o ht children, but can be accepted through phone in registration, mail in, drop box or in person. Cost $115 /child Beginnings $55 first additional child in family living at the same address. Third sibling or more Ages 1-5 with an adult attend free as well as siblings under 8 months & over 6 years old Begin your preschool experience with (with a paid first child). Please register all children attending*. us! Each week explore a fun filled Location ..........................................................................................................ECC Board Room theme with your child through art Register by ...............................................................................................................Friday, June 4 projects, painting, sensory activities, playdough and open playtime. A snack Wed ...June 9 - July 21 (skip June 30) Sat....... June 12 - July 24 (skip July 3) and short group/lap time with stories, CLASS # 16000............5:15 - 6:00 pm CLASS # 16006.......... 9:30 - 10:15 am songs, fingerplays will be included in CLASS # 16001............6:15 - 7:00 pm CLASS # 16007........10:30 - 11:15 am the last part of the class time. Activi- ties are geared for children of varying Thur ages; come ready to help your child June 10 - July 22 (skip July 1) Babies Onlyi (0-8months) adapt and engage at their level. Parent CLASS # 16002.......... 9:30 - 10:15 am Fri June 11- July 23 (skip July 2) participation, engagement and interac- CLASS # 16003........10:30 - 11:15 am CLASS # 16008...11:30 am-12:15 pm lion makes each class a success! Babies under age 1 by class start date are wel- Fri June 11- July 23 (skip July 2) come free of charge. Please register all CLASS # 16004.......... 9:30 - 10:15 am children attending. CLASS # 16005........10:30 - 11:15 am Times ...........................10:00 - 11:30 am Cost $80/child NEW $20 each addi'l child living at the same Preschool Open Gym This Summer! address. Add'l child registration feature is not available online, but can be acoeted through Ages 1-5 (younger ones we! ome!) phone in registration, mail in, drop box or Preschool open gym will be extended through the summer! For families with older children, we in person. welcome you to come and play in The Blast for the $3, however, please understand that the gym Location ECC Kids Kare equipment is reserved for children 5 years and younger. Monday - Friday ..........9:30 -11:30 am CLASS # 16012 Cost .............................................$3/child; children under the age of 1 are not charged Thursdays June 17 - August 19 Register by Friday, June 11 There will be no preschool open gym on Friday, July 23. This program will not be offered the week of August 30 - Labor Day. CLASS # 16013 Join us for Preschool Preview day on Wednesday, September 8 from 9:30-11:30 am! Fridays June 18 - August 20 Visit with Preschool Teachers and Art instructors from the Eagan Art House, as well as Register by Friday, June 11 play at preschool open gym for free. Birthday cake and lemonade will be served. 17 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 Little Mates at Start Smart Ages 3-5 with an adult Cascade Bay Come prepared to participate with your child Ages 0-6 with an adult in this active class! The first week of class ~ is a parent/teacher meeting, children should Looking for a stress free introduction to Cas i begin attending with their parents the second cade Bay for your preschooler? Children 0-6 ~A,ytl week of class, June 21. Start Smart's goal is years old will be able to discover the sprays to develop a child's basic interest in sports, and bubblers of Shipwreck Cove and let sand = _-4 to increase their self confidence and to help squish through their toes in Sandpiper Beach. them find success in sports. Parents work with Little Mates will have an opportunity to play their children in a supportive environment to and explore before the park opens to the pub learn all the basic skills for sports without the lic when Cascade Bay opens the gates in the fear of competition. Start Smart also teaches morning to adults and preschoolers enrolled in Wiggles & parents how to be positive sports parents and the class. Only Shipwreck Cove and Sandpiper how to teach their child basic sports skills by Beach will be open during this time. Each ses- G~gg~ps working with other children and parents on sion requires that participants exit the facility teams rotating through stations. Age appropri- before the general public is admitted at 11:00 Ages 1-5 with an adult ate equipment by Koosh ® is used in teaching am. Pre-registration is required for all partici- basic sports skills, and each participant will pants and no refund will be given for rain days. Get ready for Wiggling & Giggling! receive their own bag of equipment at the end Bring your little one and set your inhi- of the course. All equipment and curriculum • NOTE: Maximum of 3 children per adult bitions aside! This class will be full of is developed by NYSCA, America's leading Don't wait too long to register for Cascade fun as children and parents participate advocate for positive and safe sports for chil- Bay's most popular class! Space is limited, so in bubbles, hula hoops, balloons, para- dren. This is not an "observation" class, only classes fill fast! Sign up eady! Registration not chute, beanbags, instruments, and lis- the participant and the participating parent available on-line. tening and dancing to music. Play time need to attend. All will be invited for the big outside will also be included on some "game" and award ceremony at the end of the Cost $8/child for Season Pass holders class dates. Babies under 12 months session. $14/child for non-Season Pass holders old are welcome free of charge. Please Times .............................................9:45 - 10:45 am register all children attending. On-line Parent Meeting .........................Monday, June 14 Register by Wed before session begins registration not available for additional Times.............................................. 6:00 - 7:00 pm children. Location Eagan Room Eagan City Hall, 3830 Pilot Knob Rd Mondays & Thursdays Sessions ~ FULL CLASS # 16014 .................................June 7 - 24 Mondays .................................June 21 - August 9 CLASS # 16015 .......................June 28 - July 15 Tuesdays June 15 - August 10 (No class July 5; Rain make up Aug 16) Times 9:30 - 10:30 am CLASS # 16016 July 19 - August 5 CLASS # 16029........................... 6:00 - 6:45 pm Cost $60/child CLASS # 16017 August 9 - 26 CLASS # 16030........................... 7:00 - 7:45 pm X10 each add'l child living at the same address Cost $115/child Tuesdays & Fridays Sessions Location Rahn Park Location Trapp Farm Park CLASS # 16018 .................................June 8 - 25 Register by Friday, June 11 Register by Friday, June 11 CLASS # 16019 .......................June 29 - July 16 - - " CLASS # 15990 CLASS # 16020 July 20 -August 6 CLASS # 16021 ...........................August 10 - 27 Tuesdays June 15 - August 10 ~ ~ - Times ...........................10:45 - 11:45 am Saturday & Sunday Sessions Cost $60/child 0 each add'l child living at the same address F CLASS # 16022 .........................June 19 -July 4 CLASS # 16023 Location Rahn Park 4 July 10 - 25 CLASS # 16024 July 31 - August 15 Register by..................... Friday, June 11 io )WY 18 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 Little Sportier Fun with 3's cS~o~~. Age 3 how Sport Sampler Fun with 3's is a class designed to meet the needs of three year olds and introduce them Ages 3-5 to preschool. Having fun and learning through play! Activities will be centered around Participants will have the opportunity to get our theme based curriculum, the children will work on following directions, adjusting to moving! Participation, fun, team work and exer- the preschool environment and successful separation from parents. This is our most basic cise will be the focus of this class. Tennis shoes introductory class, low teacher to child ratios and lots of TLC will be provided! Free-play and socks must be worn to class. A variety of time, art projects, singing songs, snack time and a short group time with a story will be skills that teach introduction to sports, and large part of the daily schedule. New 3 year olds welcome... this is the class for you! movement activities will be part of this class. All participants will receive a little sporties Summer Time Payments Schedule: $126 = 3 installment payments of $42/each (1- t-shirt, please indicate size when registering. payment due at registration, 2°d payment due by June 10, 3`d payment due July 15. Avail- This is not an "observation" class, parents wel- V come to leave the building or wait in the lobby able through mail or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2 a ° and 3` ° and third during class time. check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2 d payment will be charged according to the dates listed above.) Gym Games and Sports Sampler Wednesdays ..................................June 16 -July 7 Fall Time Payments Schedule: $162 = 3 installment payments of $54/each (15r pay Cost $40/child ment due at registration, 2nd payment due by October 15, 3`d payment due November 12. Location .....................Eagan Community Center Available through mail or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2nd and Central Gym 3`d check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2nd and third Register b Friday, June 11 payment will be charged according to the dates listed above.) by CLASS # 16027 CLASS # 16497 CLASS # 16047 Ages 3 & 4 Tuesdays June 15 -August 17 Thursdays Sept 16 -Dec 16 Times 9:30 - 10:15 am Times 9:30 -11:30 am (skip 10/21, 11/11,11/25) CLASS # 16048 Ages 4 & 5 Cost ................................$126/child OR Times 9:30 - 11:30 am Times 10:30 - 11:15 am 3 installment payments of $42/each Cost .................................$162 child OR (see Time Payment Schedule above) 3 installment payments of $54/each Nets, Goals and Balls Sampler Location........... ECC Kids Kare Room (see Time Payment Schedule above) Wednesdays July 14 - August 4 Register by Friday, June 11 Location ECC Kids Kare Room Cost......................................................... $40/child Register by Thur, Sept 9 Location Eagan Community Center CLASS # 16028 _ Central Gym Thursdays June 17 - August 19 Register b Friday, July 9 Times 9:30 -11:30 am li Cost ................................$126/child OR CLASS # 16049 Ages 3 & 4 3 installment payments of $42/each r Times .............................................9:30 - 10:15 am (see Time Payment Schedule above) Location Rahn Park CLASS # 16050 Ages 4 & 5 Register by Friday, June 11 Times 10:30 - 11:15 am Did you know During 2009 city staff installed 56 new trees, 214 new shrubs, 1,262 new perennials, and 14,327 annuals. 19 LMM ~ 1 -0 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Tiny Tots NEW! Class Time Extended Friday Friends to 2'12 Hours Long! Ages 3-5 Ages 3-5 TG.LF! Many of us need a one day a week In our traditional preschool class, Tiny Tots class participants will experience the benefits preschool option because of our busy sched- of multi-age groupings. At our preschool, children participate in a theme based curricu- ules and tight budgets. In our one day a week lum that incorporates daily calendar and weather time, singing songs, creating art projects, traditional preschool class, participants will listening to stories, and large and small group activities. Your preschooler will also enjoy have the opportunity to have fun while learn- free-play time, meet and play with friends, eat a snack, participate in show and tell time ing through play! Friday Friends will enjoy free- and play actively outside. Bring weather appropriate outdoor clothes and foot wear daily. play time, calendar and weather activities, art projects, play with friends, eat a snack, partici- Summer Time Payment Schedule: $288 = 3 installment payments of $96/each (V pate in "sharing bags", play outside and have payment due at registration, 2" payment due by June 10, 3`d payment due July 15. Avail- a turn with take home book boxes all focused able through mail in or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2" and around our theme based curriculum. Children 3`d check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2" and third will play outside everyday and need to bring payment will be charged according to the dates listed above.) outdoor weather appropriate clothes. Fall Time Payment Schedule: $345 = 3 installment payments of $115/each (V pay- CLASS # 16042 ment due at registration, 2" payment due by October 15, 3`d payment due November 12. d Fridays ...................................June 18 -August 20 Available through mail in or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2° and 3`d check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2" and Times ......................................9:30 am - 12:00 pm third payment will be charged according to the dates listed above.) Cost child 3 installment payments of $50/each ach (15Cpay- CLASS #16035 CLASS # 16498 ment due at registration, 2" payment due by June 10, 3`d payment due July 15. Available Mon & Wed ..............June 14 Aug 18 Mon & Wed Sept 13 Dec 15 through mail or in person registration only. If (skip July 5) Times ......................9:30 am - 12:00 pm paying by check, post date 2" and 3`d check Times .............................9:30 - 11:30 am Cost $345/child OR and include with original registration. If paying Cost ................................$288/child OR 3 installment payments of $115/each by credit card, the 2" and third payment will 3 installment payments of $96/each (see Time Payment schedule above) be charged according to the dates listed above.) (see Time Payment schedule above) Location Bridle Ridge Park Location......................................... Goat Hill Park Location Rahn Park Register by....... Thursday, September 9 Register by..................................... Friday, June 11 Register by Friday, June 11 CLASS # 16499 CLASS # 16036 Tue & Thur Sept 14 - Dec 16 CLASS # 16500...................9:30 am - 12:00 pm Tue & Thur.......... June 15 - August 19 (skip Oct 21, Nov 11 & 25) CLASS # 16501 ...........................1:00 - 3:30 pm Times ...............................1:00 - 3:00 pm Times 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Fridays........................................ Sept 17 - Dec 12 Cost ................................$288/child OR Cost $345/child OR (skip Oct 22, Nov 12 & 26) 3 installment payments of $96/each 3 installment payments of $115/each Cost $165/child OR (see Time Payment Schedule above) (see Time Payment Schedule above) 3 installment payments of $55/each (1"pay- Location Goat Hill Park Location.................... Bridle Ridge Park ment due at registration, 2" payment due by Register by Friday, Frida , June 11 Register by Thursday, September 9 October 15, 3`d payment due November 12. Available through mail or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2" and 3`d check and include with original registration. If Find us on paying by credit card, the 2" and third payment Facebook ® will be charged according to the dates listed above.) Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebook! Location .........................................Goat Hill Park www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation Register by Thursday September 9 20 LMM ~ 1 -0 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Wacky Wednesdays Preschool Ages 3-5 Tennis Lessons An excellent addition to your current preschool schedule or a great way to enhance your Ages 3-5 preschooler's week with a 1 day preschool class! Many of us need a one day a week pre- Introduce your child to the lifelong game of school option because of our busy schedules and tight budgets! In our one day a week tennis with our indoor preschool program. traditional preschool class, participants will have fun while learning through play! Activities Success is the name of the game with kid will be centered around our theme based curriculum, with components like free-play time, friendly equipment and plenty of active skill calendar and weather activities, art projects, stories and songs, playing with friends, eating development games to improve their large a snack, and participating in "sharing bags". Children will play outside everyday, so bring motor skills and hand-eye coordination. This weather appropriate outdoor clothes. is a non-competitive, basic program that will Summer Time Payment Schedule: $150 = 3 installment payments of $50/each (15C inspire kids to play later in life. Children payment due at registration, 2°d payment due by June 10, 3`d payment due July 15. Avail- must be completely toilet trained and able to able through mail or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2 d ° and 3 a ` use the bathroom independently. Children check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2nd and third are required to wear underwear; pull-up dia- payment will be charged according to the date listed above.) pers are not allowed. Cost $50/child Fall Time Payment Schedule: $192 = 3 installment payments of $64/each (V payment Location .....................Eagan Community Center due at registration, 2nd payment due by October 15, 3`d payment due November 12. Avail- North able through mail or in person registration only. If paying by check, post date 2nd and 3`d Gym check and include with original registration. If paying by credit card, the 2°d and third pay- Register by Wednesday before class begins ment will be charged according to the date listed above.) CLASS # 16056 - Mon - Fri ............................................June 14 - 18 CLASS 38 FULL CLASS # 16502 Times ...............................................9:00 - 9:45 am Wednesdays June 16 - August 18 Wednesdays Sept 15 - Dec 15 Times ......................9:30 am - 12:00 m CLASS # 16057 P Times ......................9:30 am - 12:00 pm Mon -Fri............................................ June 14 - 18 Cost $150/child OR Cost ................................$192/child OR Times ...........................................10:00 10:45 am 3 installment payments of $50/each 3 installment payments of $64/each (see Time Payment Schedule above) (see Time Payment Schedule above) CLASS # 16058 Location Goat Hill Park Location......................... Goat Hill Park Mon -Fri .............................................July 12 - 16 Register by Friday, June 11 Register by Thursday, Sept 9 Times.............................................. 5:00 - 5:45 pm CLASS # 16039 CLASS # 16059 Wednesdays June 16 - August 18 rPt l a Mon - Fri .............................................July 12 - 16 7! r Times ......................9:30 am - 12:00 Pm Times 6:00 - 6:45 pm Cost ................................$150/child OR ~ . 'I 3 installment payments of $50/each 3 CLASS # 16060 (see Time Payment Schedule above) Mon - Fri August 2 - 6 mes.............................................. 5:00 5:45 pm Location ECC Kids Kare # Ti + # Register by Friday, June 11 CLASS # 16061 Mon - Fri August 2 - 6 Times 6:00 - 6:45 pm Don't forget to sign up for Little Mates at Cascade Bay this summer, see page 18 for details! 21 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Fun with 4's & 5's unday Orfdp '1 Leapers = y Ages 4-5 tesday Ages 3 & 4 Come to Summer Preschool! Each class chil- 4nesdcly Your child will enjoy dancing while dren will participate in a calendar and weather rhursclpy working on balance, posture and activity, as well as learn about our weekly Friq~y grace. Leapers will be introduced to theme through singing songs and listening to a Sgtutd~'- ballet, jazz and creative movement story. Participants will have the chance to keep 10 dance techniques while improving their their letters and numbers fresh by working on rhythm and coordination. Participants a few activities each week! Participants can should wear leotards and dance/ballets also look forward to having the opportunity Just for 5's shoes or slippers. to enjoy free-play time, work on an art project, / play with friends, eat a snack and play outside. land some 4-s,. too!/ This class is not an "observation" class, A pre-kindergarten class it is an opportunity for your child to CLASS # 16055 learn and follow instruction from our Mon, Tue, Thur ...................June 14 - August 19 Ages 4-5 talented staff, while in our care. You (skip July 5) Is your child eligible to attend kindergarten will be invited to a mini recital on the Times ......................................9:30 am - 12:00 m last day of class, at which time you will p next fall 2011? Just for 5's class prepares Cost $300/child OR children for that transition into Kinder ar- be able to observe your little dancer! 3 installment payments of $100/each (V pay g ten. The children will learn through a theme _ CLASS # 16065 ment due at registration, 2" payment due by based curriculum and incorporate a new let- Saturdays June 12 - August 7 June 10, 3`d payment due July 15. Available ter each week, learn about the calendar and (skip July 3 & 24) through mail in or in person registration only weather, create art projects, sing songs, par- Times ...........................11:00 - 11:45 am If paying by check, post date 2" and 3`d check ticipate in small and large group activities and Cost and include with original registration. If pay . $75/child d share with classmates during show and tell Location Eagan Civic Arena ing by credit card, the 2" and third payment be time. Each child enjoys a turn as the class Register b Friday, June 11 charged according to the dates listed above) by V.I.P. (very important person). Musical Barb Location Goat Hill Park Register b Friday, June 11 visits the class every other week to provide the students with musical learning experienc- es! Children will play actively outside every day, so bring weather appropriate outdoor Dazzlers The summer session is perfect for your older child clothes and footwear. while you attend Little Mates at Cascade Bay with the Ages 5-7 younger children! See page 18 for details. CLASS # 16503 Your child will enjoy dancing while working on balance, posture and grace. Dazzlers will Mon, Tue, Thur Sept 13 - Dec 17 learn ballet, jazz and creative movement dance techniques while improving their rhythm (skip Oct 21, Nov 11, Nov 25) and coordination. Participants should wear leotards and dance/ballets shoes or slippers. Times .......................................9:30 am -12:00 pm This class is not an "observation" class, it is an opportunity for your child to learn and Cost $435/child OR follow instruction from our talented staff, while in our care. You will be invited to a mini 3 installment payments of $145/each (V pay- recital on the last day of class, at which time you will be able to observe your little dancer! ment due at registration, 2" payment due by Ocotber 15, 3`d payment due November 12. CLASS # 16069 Available through mail in or in person registra- Saturdays June 12 - August 7 (skip July 3 & 24) lion only. If paying by check, post date 2nd Times 9:45 - 10:45 am and 3rd check and include with original regis- Cost .................................................................................................................................$75/child tration. If paying by credit card, the 2nd and Location Eagan Civic Arena Mezzanine third payment be charged according to the date Register by .............................................................................................................Friday, June 11 listed above.) Location Goat Hill Park Register by Thursday, September 9 L 22 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Mini Camp Preschool Camps Mondays Preschool Camps are for children ages stated in the descriptions. Participants must be ,J toilet trained and able to use the bathroom independently. Children are required to wear Ages 3-5 underwear; pull up type diapers are not allowed. Each camp day learn about our weekly A sample of preschool with a short theme through singing songs and listening to a story, have the opportunity to enjoy free- time commitment! Children will enjoy play time, work on an art project, play with friends, and eat a snack. See camp descrip- play time, art activities, snack time as lion for more specific information. well as games and activities centered one or all classes. tPre rgire oni pre- Exploring the Outdoors Safety Camp ooferred to flan according for appropriate staff- Discover the great outdoors with Eagan Parks Is that a fire truck or an ambulance? Do you ing and supplies. & Recreation and Dakota County Parks. Hik- know 2 ways out? STOP, DROP, & ROLL! ing, outdoor games, nature activities and crafts Preschool Safety Camp will teach children Times 9:30 - 11:30 am will be explored along with a visit from a about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safe- Cost $10/child Dakota County Parks Naturalist Bring a bag ty and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Location..... Eagan Community Center lunch and water bottle each day. Camp is held Special community helpers will visit and talk Kids Kare Room at Camp Sacajawea in Lebanon Hills Regional about the different areas of safety and share Register by....... one week prior to class Park. A detailed letter of what to bring to their special tools of the trade. camp and daily schedule will be sent to you 1 spend time outside week prior to camp. Mon -Thur August 9 - 12 Fun in the Sun (will ~ Cost $55/child CLASS # 16070 June 14 Location.................................... Bridle Ridge Park CLASS # 16079 Ages 4-6 Re ister b Ftida Au ust 6 Music and Melody Mon - Thur .........................................July 19 - 22 g y.................................. Y, Aug CLASS # 16071 June 21 Times 9:30 am - 1:30 pm CLASS # 16081 Ages 3 - early 5 Cost $75/child Times .............................................9:30 - 11:30 am Celebrate America - Red, White & Location Camp Sacajawea Blue Lebanon Hills Regional Park CLASS # 16082 Ages late 5-7 CLASS # 16072 .......................June 28 Register by Tuesday, July 6 Times 1:00 - 3:00 pm Fun & Fitness (wear tennis shoes, socks) Pirate Camp Little Sporties Sport Sampler Camp CLASS # 16073 July 12 Ahoy Matey! Little pirates will have a grand Participants (ages 4-5) will have the opportu- Creepy Crawly (will spend time outside time at this camp. Treasure maps, treasure nity to get moving! Participation, fun, team CLASS # 16074 July 19 chests, parrots and messages in a bottle will be work and exercise will be the focus of this part of the camp, like real pirates. Participants class. Tennis shoes and socks must be worn to Beary Fun (wear jj's, bring stuffed anima are welcome to dress in the pirate theme, but class. A variety of skills that teach introduction CLASS # 16075 July 26 you won't walk the plank if you don't! to sports, and large movement activities will be part of this class. All participants will receive a 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Blast off ! (wear tennis shoes, CLASS # 16080 Ages 3-5 little sporties t-shirt, please indicate size when & socks - we are going to The Blast Mon - Thur August 2 - 5 registering. This is not an "observation" class, CLASS # 16076 .....................August 2 Times 9:30 - 11:30 am parents welcome to leave the building or wait Cost $55/child in the lobby during class/camp time. Beep! Beep! Vroom! Location Bridle Ridge Park CLASS # 16077 .....................August 9 Register by...................................... Friday, July 30 CLASS # 16083......... with x-small t-shirt (2-4) CLASS # 16084............ with small t-shirt (6-8) Mon - Wed ....................................August 16 - 18 Float or Sink & Science Fun Fairy Tale Adventures! . CLASS # 16078 ....................August 16 Times 9:30 - 11:00 am Check out this enchanted Cost $40/child Location ECC Gym class on page 43. Register b Friday, August 13 L 23 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Evening T-Ball New T-Ball New Age 4-6 with an adult Location! Location! This basic instructional program is for boys and girls who Age 4-6 are 4, 5 or 6 years old with a parent. Children with their parents guidance as their coach, will This basic instructional program is for learn the basics of the game through repeated drills practiced between parents and children. The boys and gids who are 4, 5 or 6 years fundamentals of t-ball will be the emphasis of this class including throwing, fielding, catching, old and can separate from parents with batting, running the bases and good sportsmanship. Fun instruction in a non-competitive atmo- ease. The basics of t-ball will be taught sphere is the goal, and games will be played on the last few days of class. Bring your gloves and a water bottle to each class. This is not an "observation" class, only the participant and the partici- through drills that are repeated daily. This program is designed to introduce pating parent need to attend. your child to the basics of baseball and All participant pairs will receive t-shirts, the third week of class. Indicate t-shirt sizes when regis- softball. Bring your glove and a water tering. Choose both a child and adult t-shirt size from youth extra small (2-4), youth small (6-8) bottle to each class. or youth medium (10-12). Adult small-XX large sizes. In case of rain, t-ball will be canceled and only 1 make up day is scheduled. For class cancellation information, call the Recreation Hotline All participants will receive a t-shirt, the at 651-675-5511. third week of class. Indicate t-shirt size when registering. Choose from youth Cost $60/child-adult pair extra small (2-4), youth small (6-8) or Location .................................................................................................................................Carnelian Park youth medium (10-12). In case of rain, Register by Friday, June 11 t-ball will be canceled and only 1 rain • make up date is scheduled. For class CLASS # 16085 Ages 4-5 CLASS # 16091 Ages 5-6 cancellation information, call the Recre- Mon June 14 - August 2 (skip July 5) Wednesdays June 16 - August 4 ation Hotline at 651-675-5511. Times 6:00 - 6:55 pm Times.............................................. 6:00 - 6:55 pm Cost $90/child CLASS # 16086 FULL Ages 4-5 CLASS # 16092 Ages 5-6 Location Walnut Hill Park Tuesdays June 15 - August 3 Thursdays June 17 - August 5 Register by..................... Friday, June 11 Times 6:00 - 6:55 pm Times.............................................. 6:00 - 6:55 pm _ CLASS # 16093 Ages 4-5 -low CLASS # 16087 Ages 4-5 :i. Mon & Wed June 14 -August 4 Wednesdays ............................June 16 August 4 (skip July 5) Times 7:00 - 7:55 Pm Times 9:30 - 10:15 am 1 CLASS # 1608-8 FULL Ages 4-5 CLASS # 16094 Ages 4-5 Thursdays June 17 - August 5, Tue & Thur............ June 15 - August 5 Times 7:00 - 7:55 pm Times 9:30 - 10:15 am CLASS # 16089 Ages 5-6 CLASS # 16095 Ages 5-6 Mon ...................June 14 - August 2 (skip July 5) Mon & Wed........... June 14 August 4 Times 7:00 - 7:55 pm ( skip July 5) Times ...........................10:30 - 11:15 am CLASS # 16090 Ages 5-6 Tuesdays June 15 - August 3 CLASS # 16096 Ages 5-6 Times 7:00 - 7:55 pm Tue & Thur............ June 15 - August 5 Times ...........................10:30 - 11:15 am Find Lis on Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebook! © Farebo k ® www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation 24 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Adapted Hiking & Nature Craft Series Ages 6-13 (Youth with Developmental and/or Physical Disabilities) Step out into nature and use your senses to explore and hike a different Eagan park each week. Our experienced adapted recreation staff will lead a 20-30 minute hike followed by a nature craft project. Children should dress for the weather and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Parents and PCAs are encouraged to participate in the hike and assist with the projects. In case of severe weather, call the Recreation Hotline at 651-675-5511 for a class update one hour prior to the class start time. A list of hike locations and a map for all the weeks will be handed out at the first class. A 1 CLASS # 16097 fH I; Sundays ......................May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27 r i' ► ; Adapted Times 3:00 4:00 pm t • 1~1 Cost ......................................................$50/person B0wi m t { Ing Location Week 1 meets at , Patrick Eagan Park Sun Shelter ' Ages 6-13 Instructor ....................Adapted Recreation Staff U,' Register by .............................Wednesday, May 26-..,~ ' (Youth with Developmental and/or Physical Disabilities) Adapted SOCCe■ Bowling is a lifetime sport and children with disabilties can learn the basics of Ages 6-13 bowling etiquette, rules and other skills in a safe and fun environment. Please Will Development for Youth with developmental and/or physical disabilities be aware that the noice level is higher with this program than some of the Soccer skills develop large motor skills and what's even better is the kids will have a great other apapted programs due to the time learning the basics of soccer. Fun skill-developing games with trained staff and vol- location and type of program. A bowl- unteers will encourage youth with disabilities to develop physical and social skills in a safe ing ramp is available for students need- environment. Team t-shirt is included in the cost and will be handed out the 2nd week of ing accomodations. Cedarvale Lanes class. The last week, participants will receive an award certificate of participation. This has bowling balls available and weekly class has a minimum number in order for the class to be held, so don't wait to sign up. shoe rental is included in the program. Bowlers receive a participation certifi- CLASS # 16504 cate and small bowling prize item the Sundays Sept 12 -Oct 17 last week. Don't wait to register as we Times ...............................4:00 - 4:45 pm need a minimum number of kids regis- Cost$45/person (includes team t-shirt) tered for the program. 4 • Instructor.... Adapted Reccreation Staff CLASS # 16098 Register by....... Thursday, September 9 Sundays July 11 - August 15 x 4 F ~ Fx AA,, ~ ~ rt • Times ...............................4:00 - 5:00 m wrra~~""°' Cost ......................................$50/person Location Cedarvale Lanes 3883 Cedar Grove Parkway, Eagan Register by Wednesday, July 7 Did you know One pound of phosphorus can grow up to 500 pounds of algae! 25 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 SIP for 5 & 6 year olds Children ages 5 & 6 (as of June 14, 2010) are invited to a program designed specifically for their needs. The program is an introduction to the Summer in the Park program with emphasis on the needs of 5 & 6 year olds. Games, crafts and theme days are all part of y• this fun program. Children will play outside as much as possible. Come and enjoy the great outdoors in our beautiful Eagan parks! V Cost $30/person Summer in the Register by ...........................................................................................................Tuesday, June 1 Park (SIP) CLASS # 16099 CLASS # 16100 Mon & Wed June 14 - July 14 Mon & Wed June 14 - July 14 Ages 6-12 (No class July 5) (No class July 5) Play outside this summer! This popular pro- Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm Location .....................Trapp Farm Park Location.................... Bridle Ridge Park gram is for children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 and offers a CLASS # 16101 4 variety of activities for all involved. Games, -July 15 crafts and theme days are all part of this fun Tim& Thu.. ..................9 001511:30 am program. Grab a friend and join us in learning Location .....................Trapp Farm Park ~ ~ k lifelong games in our beautiful Eagan parks!Sn~ P~ PTC070 f Morning Sites Mon - Thur June 14 -July 15 (skip July 5) Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Cost ......................................................$40/person Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 1 e~5e~1\`1 SIP Summer finale ke< CLASS # 16102 Bridle Ridge Park Ages 6-12 (must have completed kindergarten) ce Spa CLASS # 16103 Captain Dodd Park CLASS # 16104 ..............George Chmann Park Summer is half over and it's the end of Summer in the Park so let's celebrate by having a party! CLASS # 16105 Hidden Corner Park Entertainment, food, games and fun are all included. Come and have fun with your friends! CLASS # 16106 Holz Farm Park The Summer Finale is for youth who are signed up for Summer in the Park for 6-12 year olds. Buses will pick up at Summer in the Park locations between 12:30-1:00 pm. Buses return Afternoons Sites between 3:45-4:30 pm. Call the Recreation Mon - Thur......... June 14 - July 14 (skip July 5) Hotline at 651-675-5511, option 1, after r Times ..............................................1:00 - 4:00 pm 3:00 pm on Tuesday, July 13 for specific list Cost $40/person bus times by SIP location. Remember to - , Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 1 your SIP site for bus pick-up when registering. / - CLASS # 16107 .........................Northview Park CLASS # 16111 , CLASS # 16108 ...................................Rahn Park Thursday...................................................... July 15 CLASS # 16109 ..............................Sky Hill Park Cost $10/person CLASS # 16110 Walnut Hill Park Register b Thursday, July 8 ~ Not sure where the park is located? Check out the map on page 69. 26 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Kids Kraft Camp; Cheerleading Ages 6-10 Beat the afternoon heat in our air-conditioned w". Camp park shelter building. This camp will promote Ages 5-14 children's creativity and imagination. Camp- ers will use a variety of craft supplies to create " illi, xp cheedeading and dance skills and work their own projects. Please join us for a week on jumps, stunts and cheer technique. of fun filled activity. Dress to get messy! Students will learn a short routine to be performed for family and friends at CLASS # 16113 Holz Farm 11:00 am on Thursday, July 22. Mon - Thur .........................................July 19 - 22 Times ..............................................1:00 - 4:00 pm Camp A t-shirt is provided for all participants, Cost ......................................................$50/person indicate size when registering. This Location Bridle Ridge Park Ages 5-10 camp is taught by the Planet Spirit, Inc. Register by Friday, July 9 cheedeading Coaches. Planet Spirit Experience the 1940's lifestyle that was is a cheedeading, dance, tumbling and CLASS # 16114 once a way of life for most Americans. stunting training facility with many Mon - Thur August 9 - 12 ParTheks Fr & Friends Recreation thetion invite and Eagan classes, programs and teams. Planet Times ......................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm nvite you to Holz Spirit also holds many cheedeading Cost ......................................................$50/person Farm to go back in time for a authentic camps and provides cheedeading chore- Location Sky Hill Park farm experience. Participants will learn ography nationwide. Register by Friday, July 9 through active participation about farm life in the kitchen as well as outside and CLASS # 16112 = in the barn. There will be live farm ani- Mon - Thur July 19 - 22 mals to pet and learn about a haytide Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm with a tractor history lesson, as well as Cost ......................................$60/person tours and demonstrations. Some 1940's Location ECC North Gym era farm games and activities will also Register b Wed, June 30 be planned. Participants should dress r in comfortable, farm appropriate cloth- - ing, overalls are encouraged! All parti- Dance Camp for ages 8-14 ciapnts will receive a Holz Farm t-shirt see page 30 for details! when registered by July 1, indicate size when registering. Kids Favorites Camp CLASS # 16116 Ages 6-11 Mon - Wed ..........................July 26 - 28 Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer is almost over, so grab a friend and come to this action packed camp. This camp offers Cost $40/person kids a chance to explore a variety of summer fun in sports, crafts, games, nature activites and Location Holz Farm much more! Play your favorite Summer in the Park games, plus a whole lot more. Say goodbye Register by Friday, , July 16 to your summer vacation with some outdoor fun. CLASS # 16115 Mon - Thur August 16 - 19 Times .............................................................................................................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm Youth Art Classes! Cost $48/person Location Bridle Ridge Park Check out pages 43-47 for details. Register by ..............................................................................................................................Friday, July 30 27 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Exploring the Fun & Fitness Sports Mania Outdoors Camp Camp Ages 7-10 Ages 7-12 Discover the great outdoors with Eagan Parks Ages 7-12 Come outside and kick, hit, catch, dribble and & Recreation and Dakota County Parks. Hik- This week is filled with fun and move- throw while playing sports and games. At this ing, outdoor games, nature activities and crafts ment as we skate, play games and move active camp children will play and learn many will be explored along with a visit from a our bodies in new and fun ways. We types of games & sports skills. Camp will Dakota County Parks Naturalist. Bring a will have a skating lesson each day as include instruction, drills, contests, games and bag lunch and water bottle each day. Camp is held well as learn how to have fun while team building competitions. If you like team- exercising our bodies. Bring your own work and have enthusiasm for active games, at Camp Sacajawea in Lebanon Hills Regional skates or rental is included. Perfect this camp is for you. Park. A detailed letter of what to bring to camp for an active child! A letter with camp and daily schedule will be sent to you 1 more details will be sent 1 week prior CLASS # 16119 week prior to camp. to camp. Mon - Thur .........................................July 26 - 29 Times ......................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm CLASS # 16118 CLASS # 16138 Cost ......................................................$48/person Mon - Thur .........................................July 19 - 22 Mon - Thur......................... July 26 - 29 Location Bridle Ridge Park Times ........................................9:30 am - 1:30 pm Times 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Register by........................................ Friday, July 9 Cost ......................................................$75/person Cost .....................................$70/person r Location Camp Sacajawea Location.................. Eagan Civic Arena g by Lebanon Hills Regio nal Park Mrz Jzanine ~ r Re ister b Tuesda ul 6 Register by Freda ul 16 11 i~ G,4u'd( a ~ A Eagan Youth Safety Camp Mystery Camp Ages 8 & 9 Ages 7-12 It's the 20" Annual Safety Camp. We have three full days of learning and fun planned. It's a Mystery! Will it be games, will it be Learn about electrical dangers, fire safety, bike safety and much more! In addition to crafts? Will it be nature? This camp will peak learning, we will have fun recreation breaks throughout the day. your curiosity in a variety of areas. If your summer is getting long and you are looking for Members of the Eagan Fire, Police and Parks & Recreation Departments are co-sponsor- something to do during your afternoon, then ing this exciting camp which campers are sure to remember for a long time. Lunch, snacks this camp is for you. Camp will be held indoors and beverages will be provided each day. A t-shirt is included, indicate size when register- and outdoors, our building is air conditioned ing. Camp will be held rain or shine. _ so we can beat the afternoon heat if needed! f Cost If you like teamwork and have enthusiasm for CLASS # 16121 the unknown.... this camp is for you! Mon - Wed July 19 - 21 ~r`9 Times 8:30 am - 4:00 pm CLASS # 16120 ~e~ Mon - Thur.....................................July 26 - 29 .....................................$45/person r ! * w Location Trapp Farm Park Times 1:00 - 4:00 Pm Register b Wednesday, Cost ......................................................$48/person Reg y We y June 30 _ Eagan Youtl.. C~rt,p Location Bridle Ridge Park Register by Friday, July 9 28 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 A Day at the Farm Snorkeling Ages 7-12 Ages 7-12 Have you ever wondered what a day on the farm in the 1940's was like? The Friends of Leave the chaos of life on land and the Farm invite you to Holz Farm to go back in time for a authentic farm experience. explore the underwater world at Cas- Participants will learn through active participation about farm life. There will be a live cade Bay! Basic snorkeling skills includ- farm animals to pet and learn about, a hayride, tractor history lesson, picking rocks, rope ing proper mask and snorkel use will be making, corn grinding and farm games and activities. Participants should bring their own practiced and enforced through water bag lunch, for the noon supper break, and dress in comfortable farm appropriate clothing. Don't worry you won't have to clean up exploration activities. This two-day camp is for 7-12 year olds and snorkel after the animals! and mask are included! CLASS # 16117 Friday June 18 Times .............................8:30 10:30 am Times ......................10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cost $35/person Location.......... Cascade Bay Waterpark Cost ......................................$15/person s Location ................................Holz Farm Register by Friday, June 4 Thur & Fri ..............................July 8 & 9 Register by ...........................Mon, July 6 ■ CLASS # 16126 Give ►t Your Backyard Mon & Tue ......................July 26 & 27 Best Shot Games Register by Wed, July 22 ~ .`~~e~~• CLASS # 16127 Cam Camp V* Mon & Tue August 16 & 17 Camp ~ Register by Wed, August 12 Ages 7-12 Ages 7-12 Do you like to take pictures? Do you like to Bean Bag Toss, Capture the Flag, Croquet, CLASS # 16128 scrapbook? Then join us to explore scrapbook- Kickball, Relay races, Scavenger hunts, Tag Mon & Tue August 23 & 24 ing and taking photos. We will experiment games and Wif leball. Sound like fun? Come Register by Wed, August 19 with taking photos outdoors in the park and and be a part of the backyard crew as we learn also learn how to organize your photo col- some of the classic fun games that keep kids lection. Leaders will assist campers in the busy and happy! All friendly, physical fun that creation of one special page each day, with will give kids ideas of how to start up their time for independent work. This is a great own games at home! Lots of running and opportunity to share your skills in photography, jumping so dress for active play each day. scrapbooking and also make some new friends! We will have a few digital cameras to use and CLASS # 16123 print a few picures out each day. Beat the heat 4 r in our air-conditioned park shelter bu Mon - Thur August 9 - 12 building. Times ......................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm CLASS # 16122 Cost ......................................................$48/person x Mon - Thur .........................................July 26 - 29 Location Trapp Farm Park Times ......................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm Register by...................................... Friday, July 23 Cost ......................................................$60/person Location .....................................Trapp Farm Park r Register by Friday, July 9 29 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Team Challenge Mad Science of Minnesota Mad Science is a science education entertainment company whose goal is to provide Camp children with fun, entertaining & educational activities that instill a clearer understand- Ages 8-12 ing of what science is really about & how it affects the world around us. Mad Science Fire up that competitive spirit and build strives to spark the imagination & curiosity of children everywhere. They are part of a teamwork with your buddies! Grab a friend franchise system that has 140 locations worldwide. They have been operating in Min- and get ready to compete in a variety of team nesota for over 9 years. All Mad Kience programs are led by highly trained professional instructors challenges: athletic, creative, artisitc, fun and equipped with awe-insp inggear. just plain wacky! Discover the value of good sportsmanship and the importance of belong- Secret Agent Camp ing to a team. Ages 7-12 CLASS # 16132 a Mon - Thur August 9 - 12 This popular camp is back again! Sharpen - - Times ............................................12:30 - 3:30 pm your ogy under-cover skills, then use spy technol- ogy listen in on secret conversations. Take Cost .....................................................$48/person home your Spyglasses. Send and retrieve top Q Location .....................................Trapp Farm Park secret messages with your own Code Kit. Use Register by Friday, July 23 a laser beam to identify voices. Build a secret safe; then attempt to defeat several security systems. All of these activities will take place in Dance Camp this fun camp for boys and girls. Grab a friend p p~ t~ and join the fun! EUREKA. Camp .460 ~ NevJ4~r~S Ages 8-14 CLASS # 16129 Ages 8-12 Dancers of all abilities.... learn tradi- Mon - Thur .........................................July 19 - 22 Discover and Create! Each day your tional and the hottest hip hop dance Times ......................................9:00 am - 12:00 pm team is given a series of challenges moves. This dance camp merges tradi- Cost $122.25/person you must overcome using basic materi- tional dance moves with moves like the Location ...........................................Sky Hill Park als, simple machines, tips from world coffee grinder, popit, lockit and moon- Register by Wednesday, June 30 famous inventors and the most impor- walk. Camp is offered to ages 8-14 and tant thing of all your minds. The no dance experience is required! Danc- Science Kaleidoscope Camp camp involves a team-based approach er will be broken up into age groups, to hands-on problem solving. wear comfortable dance clothing. Ages 6-12 Have fun learning about animals, animation, CLASS # 16131 A mini-performance of the dance chemistry and engineering. Help build a giant Mon - Thur ........................August 2 - 5 moves will be presented at 11:30 am on geodesic dome in the classroom. Mix different Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm Thursday, the last camp day, all parents chemicals to create sidewalk chalk, bath fizzers, Cost $122.25/person invited! chromatography t-shirt, tootsie rolls, and ice Location .....................Trapp Farm Park cream. Grab a friend and join the fun! Register by .......................Friday, July 23 CLASS # 16133 Mon - Thur August 9 - 12 CLASS # 16130 Times ......................9:30 am - 12:00 pm Mon - Thur .........................................July 26 - 29 Cost $60/person Times ............................................9:00 am - Noon Not sure where the park is located? Location.................. Eagan Civic Arena Cost $122.25/person Mezzanine Location ............................................Sky Hill Park Check out the ma on 69. Register by page Friday, August 6 Register by Friday, July 17 30 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 731wlfl* Free Youth Camp Fishing Clinics Adventureland Ages 9-13 Ages 9-12 Youth who enjoy the outdoors and want to join us for a week of outdoor adventures. learn more about fishing will enjoy these free This camp gives children the opportunity to fishing clinics lead by Eagan's own water qua]- explore what is happening in the outdoors ity staff. Participants will fish a different through biking (participants must be able to Eagan lake each session and our enthusiastic ride their bike and have a helmet), hiking, and experienced staff will teach children how fishing and other activities. Blackhawk Park Dodgeball to fish, types of bait to use, how to cast a line provides a great atmosphere for outdoor and remove a hook. Register for one clinic exploration. Campers should bring a bag lunch or a few and meet other youth as you learn and beverage each day. Activities are held out- Camp together. All equipment and bait is provided. doors, so dress for the weather. A letter with Ages 8-12 Parents and grand parents are invited to stay more details will be sent prior to the camp. and help. Call the Recreation Hotline at 651- It's back again, DODGEBALL CAMP! 675-5511 in case of inclement weather fora CLASS # 16141 A summer favorite. If you can't get Mon - Thur .........................................July 26 - 29 class update one hour prior to the class. enough of playing dodgeball, then this Times ........................................9:00 am - 3:00 pm camp is for you. We will spend the CLASS # 16144 Cost ......................................................$70/person morning playing all kinds of dodgeball. Thursday July 15 Location Blackhawk Park Register b Friday, l Learn new tricks and moves. Work on by """""""""""""""""""•Fr July 9 Times 5:00 - 7:00 pm teamwork techniques and the skills it Location Trapp Farm Park (Schwanz Lake) takes to be a dodgeball champ! We Register by ...................................Monday, July 12 day Camp may have to take a break once in a while, but the main focus is Dodgeball. CLASS # 16145 Ages 9-12 So, if you love Dodgeball, grab a friend Thursday August 12 and join the fun! Times 5:00 - 7:00 pm Spend your day outdoors with Eagan Parks Location ...............Thresher Fields (North Lake) & Recreation and Dakota County Parks for CLASS # 16139 Register by Monday, August 9 this popular camp for youth. Held on the Mon -Thur July 19 - 22 grounds of Camp Sacajawea in Lebanon Hills CLASS # 16146 Regional Park, campers will explore the out- Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm doors through arts & crafts, games, hiking, Cost ......................................$48/person Thursday September 16 nature, team building and much more. Camp- Location Bridle Ride Park Times.............................................. 5:00 - 7:00 pm g ers will experience an atmosphere that fosters Register by Friday, , July 9 Location ..................................Thomas Lake Park friendship, teamwork, a competitive sport and Register by Monday, September 13 fun. On Thursday night, campers will have the CLASS # 16140 opportunity to experience camping outside in a Mon - Thur ........................August 2 - 5 tent. A letter with more details will be sent to Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm all campers 2 weeks before the camp begins. Cost $48/person Location Sky Hill Park i CLASS # 16142 Register b Friday, July 9 Mon - Thur August 2 - 6 (Thursday overnight pick-up Friday at 8 am) Times ........................................9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cost ...................................................$100/person ' O YI{ Location Camp Sacajawea Lebanon Hills Regional Park Register by Friday, July 9 r V-1 31 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 F.A.N.tastic Saturdays All ages with an adult I You've made it so popular, we're extending it! F.A.N.tastic Saturdays will now run regu- lady on Saturday nights. Each Saturday night will provide an opportunity for families to play in the gym or The Blast, compete at board games of ping pong in the Oasis, or enjoy a feature movie. Discover all the fun you can have by becoming a FAN of F.A.N.tastic Saturdays! Find us on Facebook or if you don't have a Facebook account, visit us at www.facebook.com/eagancommunitycenter. Volleyball Times 5:00 - 9:00 pm Cost .....................................$2/person with a $10 family max; admission starts at age 1 FUNdamentals Location ........................................................................................Eagan Community Center Ages 9_12 Check the website www.eagancommuniiycenter.com for feature movies and open activities. There are times when the gyms are unavailable. Learn to play the exciting and challeng- ing game of volleyball while making new friends. The goal of this camp is to develop and improve your skills in a fun and supportive environment. Focus will be on teamwork, serving, spiking, and Red Cross Gua■ Mp/~ Start passing. All levels of play are welcome. Includes a camp t-shirt, indicate size Ages 11-14 when registering. Guard Start, today's version of junior lifeguarding, is designed to guide youth into the IMPORTANT NOTE: We use the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training program. Participants will not receive certifica- lighter weight and softer volleyballs lions, but this course builds a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills for future recommended by USA Volleyball for lifeguards. This class is not available for on-line registration. ages 12 & under. These balls are much `kinder' for young arms to pass, serve, Times 8:30 - 10:30 am and spike (and more fun). The ball used Cost $50/pass holders; $60/non-pass holders by older players is heavier, harder, and Location Cascade Bay Waterpark more likely to sting and stress young CLASS # 16152 arms." M, Tu, Th, F ............July 26, 27, 29, 30 CLASS # 16147 (No class on Wednesday) Mon - Thur ........................August 2 - 5 Register by................... Monday, July 19 Times ...............................1:00 - 4:00 pm Cost :...................................$107/person CLASS # 16153 Location..... Eagan Community Center M, Tu, Th, F Aug 16, 17, 19, 20 Register by Monday, July 26 (No class on Wednesday) Register by Monday, August 9 32 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Junior Golf Junior Golf Camp at Parkview Golf Club Camp at Ages 8-14 MenM ota Beginner Classes: This program is run through the "First Swing for Juniors" by the PGA of America. Classes include instruction on safety, grip, set up, putting, chipping, pitching, bunker, full ■ swing, on course etiquette and play. Fee includes 4 classes, junior VIP card and range balls. Rain Hem h is out days are made up on Fridays at the same time of the camp. For weather related information, iPar 3 please call Parkview Golf Club at 651-994-8000 x1. NEW! Advanced Classes: This camp is for juniors that play the game and want to improve Ages 6-15 basics and scoring. Classes include instruction on grip, set up, putting, chipping, pitching, bun- Campers will learn putting, chip- ker, ball flight laws/shaping shots, full swing, rules test, taking the basics to the course and play. ping, swing techniques, and receive Fee include 4 classes, junior VIP card and range balls. Rain out days are made up on Fridays at on-course the same time of the camp. For weather related information, please call Parkview Golf Club at instruction during four fun- filled days. Each participant will need 651-994 8000 x1. a golf bag, putter, and at least three Cost $85/person size appropriate clubs. Each golfer will Location ........................................................................................Parkview Golf Club, 1310 Cliff Road receive a coupon for one free round of golf. For weather related questions, Beginner Classes NEW! Advanced Classes please call Mendota Heights Par 3 at 651-454-9822. E~ Hr15$ FULL Ages 8-12 CLASS # 16163 Ages 10-14 Mon - Thur ........................................June 14 - 17 Mon - Thur........................................ June 21 - 24 Times 8:00 - 11:00 Times ...........................................10:30 - 11:45 am Times 9:00 - 10:15 am , Cost ....................................$120/person on Register by...................................... Friday, June 4 Register bY.................................... Friday, June 11 Location......... Mendota Heights Par 3, CLASS # 16159 FULL Ages 8-12 CLASS # 16164 Ages 10-14 1695 Dodd Road Mon - Thur ..................................June 28 - July 1 Mon - Thur............................................. July 5 - 8 CLASS # 16154 Times ...........................................10:30 - 11:45 am Times 9:00 - 10:15 am Mon - Thur ........................June 14 - 17 Register by Friday, June 18 Register by.................................... FridaY. June 18 Register by Friday, June 4 CLASS # 16160 Ages 8-12 CLASS # 16165 Ages 10-14 CLASS # 16155 Mon - Thur .........................................July 12 - 15 Mon - Thur......................................... July 19 - 22 Mon - Thur ........................June 21 - 24 Times 10:30 - 11:45 am Times 9:00 - 10:15 am Register by Friday, June 11 Register by Friday, July 2 Register by Friday, July 9 CLASS # 16156 CLASS # 16161 Ages 8-12 CLASS # 16166 Ages 10-14 Mon - Thur July 12 - 15 Mon - Thur......................................... July 26 - 29 Mon - Thur....................................... August 2 - 5 Register by ........................Friday, July 2 Times 10:30 - 11:45 am Times 9:00 - 10:15 am Register by Friday, July 16 Register by Friday, July 23 CLASS # 16157 Mon - Thur ........................August 2 - 5 CLASS # 16162 Ages 8-12 CLASS # 16167 Ages 10-14 Register by Friday, July 23 Mon - Thur August 9 - 12 Mon - Thur................................... August 16 - 19 Times ...........................................10:30 - 11:45 am Times 9:00 - 10:15 am Register by Friday, July 30 Register by Friday, August 6 Did you know Oak trees can start producing acorns when they are 20 years old, but sometimes can go all the way to 50 years for the first production. By the time the tree is 70 to 80 years old it will produce thousands of acorns. 33 LMM ~ 1 -0 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Junior Instructional Series Junior Golf at Parkview Golf Club Lessons at Ages 8-14 Lost Spur Ages 5-17 Summer This junior golf program consists of three The first two weeks covers the basics rm instruction days (Tuesdays) and three play days of the swing, short game and neces- ~ (Fridays). The instruction days consist of a' learning the basic fundamentals of the game sary etiquette and rules to play the game. Following that you will meet at of golf Outting, shortgame, and full swing). The the driving range for a warm-up and play days introduce golfers to the game on the instruction. You will then play some golf course where they are taught the basics holes with an accomplished junior y of playing on the course, rules and etiquette. that guides and encourages good play. Fee includes instruction, gift item, and prizes. Fee includes 12 classes with instruc-~ iA For weather related information, call Lost Spur tion, a VIP card and range balls. For Golf Course at 651-454-5681. weather related information, please call fall kview Golf Club at 651-994-8000 Cost ....................................................$120/person Par x1. Meet at the driving range for lessons Location ..................................................Lost Spur and play some golf two days per week. 2750 Sibley Memorial Highway Cost ....................................$130/person This program is for juniors that have Location ................Parkview Golf Club played the game and want to improve Session 1: Register by Friday, June 11 Register by Friday, June 4 basics and scoring. This includes 8 CLASS # 16173 Ages 5-10 classes with instruction, Fall Junior VIP Tuesday Instruction June 15, 22 & 29 CLASS # 16170 card and range balls. For weather relat- Times ...............................................8:00 - 9:30 am Mondays June 14 - August 30 ed information, please call Parkview Friday Play Day June 18, 25, July 2 Times .............................12:15 - 1:30 pm Golf Club at 651-994-8000 x1. Times 7:00 - 8:30 am CLASS # 16171 CLASS # 16169 CLASS # 16174 Ages 11-17 Tuesdays June 15 - August 31 Tue & Thur.................. Sept 14 - Oct 7 Tuesday Instruction................. June 15, 22 & 29 Times ...............................1:45 - 3:00 pm Times 4:00 - 5:15 pm Times 10:00 - 11:30 am Cost ......................................$90/person Friday Play Day...................... June 18, 25, July 2 CLASS # 16172 Location ................Parkview Golf Club Times 7:00 - 8:30 am Wednesdays June 16 - September 1 Register by............ Friday, September 3 Times .............................12:15 - 1:30 pm Session 2: Register by Friday, July 2 CLASS # 16175 Ages 5-10 Tuesday Instruction ...................July 13, 20 & 27 Times ...............................................8:00 - 9:30 am Friday Play Day ..........................July 16, 23 & 30 Sign up for Times ...............................................7:00 - 8:30 am Group Golf Lessons at CLASS # 16176 Ages 11-17 Parkview Golf Club or Mendota Heights Par 3, Tuesday Instruction ...................July 13, 20 & 27 Times ...........................................10:00 - 11:30 am check out page 12 for class dates & times! Friday Play Day ..........................July 16, 23 & 30 Times ...............................................7:00 - 8:30 am 34 koasoadoWoom ®1 niscover Cascade Bay r 7 1 1 Season Preview (open to the public) ; Season Passes June 5 & 6 1 Spend your summer at Cascade Bay, with a 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 1 season pass. Passes include unlimited visits, Regular I special newsletter and priority entrance if Regular Season ; we're at capacity. Season passes are available 1 June 11 -August 29 I at the Parks & Recreation Department or Cascade Opens Bay 1 11:00 am - 8:30 pm 1 the Eagan Community Center. for the Season 1 1 1 1 Have a pass in 2009? Bring your passes with on June 11! I Extended Season 1 you to have them validated, no new photo 1 August 30 - September 6* 1 is needed. Visit 11 am - 5 pm (No morning activities) ; 1 website for the I *Pending staff availability 1 I I following information: 1 Visit our website for updated 1 NII 1 schedules & hours of operation. 1 a^q • Classes & Camps L • Swim Lessons • Season Passes $C. d follow Captain C. Breeze.} • Hours & Dates ' Operation on facebook to catch UEvents pcoming Birthday the exciting news for the summer! Reservations • Private Rentals Find us on Discover Cascade Bay on Facebook! Facebook ® www.facebook.com/cascadebay • Captain's Course 91 Check out www.cascadebay.com Birthday? Classes & Camps Morning Activities Celebrate your day at the Bay! Customize your Register to take a class at Cascade Bay! To Stay active this summer by dropping in for party package, which may include swimming, register and see full class descriptions, visit one of our morning activities: miniature golf or a special meal option. Call wwwcascadebU.com• • Lap Swim our Group Coordinator at 651-675-5504 to • Little Mates 0-6), a e 18 • begin planning your special day. (ages p g Water Aerobics • Snorkeling (ages 7-12), page 29 • Water Walking - walk against the current • Red Cross Guard Start (ages 11-14), pg 32 of the lazy river! • Red Cross Lifeguarding (ages 15+), pg 49 • Swim Lessons 35 iscover ■ Eagan Community Center Congratulations Class of 2010! Fitness Facility Hours Planning an outdoor picnic for your graduation celebration? Monday - Friday ...............................................5:45 am - 9:45 pm Maybe an elegant dinner instead? Saturday .............................................................8:00 am - 8:00 pm The Eagan Community Center is the perfect spot for your graduation Sunday ..............................................................10:00 am - 8:00 pm celebration, whether you're looking for indoor or outdoor, casual or Holiday Hours elegant Call 651-675-5558 to start planning your party today. Monday, May 31 ..................................................8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, July 4 .....................................................8:00 am - 12:00 pm Annual Building Maintenance Shut Down The Blast is now offering two different The Eagan Community Center will be closed on Monday, birthday party packages. August 30 through Monday, September 6. The building will re-open at 5:45 am on Tuesday, September 7. Rocket Ship Package: $125 • This package is available Friday - Sunday at designated times Moon Buggy Package: $75 • This package is ONLY available Monday - Thursday after 5 pm. Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies Please note: The Blast is open until 8:00 pm, but the Moon The Eagan Community Center is located in a 60-acre park; lush with Buggy package includes only 1-hour in a private party room. flowers, trees and three distinct outdoor ceremony locations. Each cer- Additional food options are available. For more information on emony area overlooks the beautiful Central Park pond and fountain. With what each package includes, please visit wwweagancommuni cen- our versatile space, indoor backup options are available. Call Melissa for ter.com or call 651-675-5550. To reserve your party, please contact more information 651-675-5550. the birthday party coordinator at 651-675-5504. Blast Group Reservations Now is the time! Reserve your 2010 group field trip at The Blast. Group rates are available. Please contact the Facility Operations 7. Coordinator for more details, 651-675-5561. For $20 your group can add the Bonus Gym tea: f rt . use of one gymnasium during your Time Available! ~ ~ • ' ~tF - field trip and we provide the equipment! Group lunch packages are availabe for $3/person with the choice of a hot dog package or pizza. A private room to eat lunch is included in the cost. 36 www.eagancommunitycenter.com i Central Parkway * 651-675-5550 Eagan Community Center now on faceboold www.facebool(.com/eagancommunityicenter.com ® F us on acebook ECC Fitness Memberships 90 Day Membership for $90 Member Primary Each Additional Ages 12+ (12-15 must be accompanied by Enrollment Fee* $69 $10 each Resident/Corporate $35 $30 each an adult member) Non-resident $40 $40 each Students that are home for the summer can stay active at the ECC with a 90 day summer pass. Adults can beat the heat and All membershos are based on a month-to-month agreement through automatic withdrawal utilize the 90 days as a great way to try the ECC. Individuals that of a credit card, checking or savings account. *To receive the discounted enrollment fee of wish to continue a membership beyond the 90 days will be able to $10 for additional household members, you must add the members to the primary account do so at 50% off of the enrollment fee if done so prior to the 90 within one week of initial enrollment. day expiration. The 90 day pass includes all of the benefits as a regular member. We Offer fitness Membership Discounts With These Providers: Heart Healthy Living B1ueCross B1ueShield • Definity Health (Target & Medtronic) • Health Partners • Medica • UCare A medically supervised exercise class for those who have experienced a cardiac event or who have been told by their doctor to begin exercise to reduce your risk for heart disease. Class meets Mon/Wed/Fri from 10:45 am - 12:00 pm. Contact Lorene Brown MS, RN, CNS at 612-242- 1878 for more information. Indoor Walking Track Options Pass is valid any time except 4:00 - 7:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Group Fitness Punch Cards Available Rates: Daily Pass $2/day, 7-Day Pass $5, 30-Day Pass $20, 60-Day Pass $40, 90-Day Pass $60 $75 for 10 classes Preschool Open Gym NEW F. A . N . to sti c Saturdays Ages 1-5 This Summer! All ages with an adult (younger ones welcome!) You've made it so popular, we're extending it! F.A.N.tastic Saturdays will Preschool open gym will be extended through the summer! For families now run regularly on Saturday nights. Each Saturday night will provide an with older children, we welcome you to come and play in The Blast for opportunity for families to play in the gym or The Blast, compete at board the $3, however, please understand that the gym equipment is reserved games or ping pong in the Oasis, or enjoy a feature movie. Discover all the for children 5 years and younger. fun you can have by becoming a FAN of EA.N.tastic Saturdays! Find us on Facebook or if you don't have a Facebook account, visit us at wwwfacebook. Monday - Friday 9:30 - 11:30 am com/eagancommunit-vcenter. $3/child; children under the age of 1 are not charged Times .....................................................................................................5:00 - 9:00 pm There will be no preschool open gym on Friday, July 23. This program Cost $2/person with a $10 family max - admission starts at age 1 will not be offered the week of August 30 - Labor Day. Location ...........................................................................Eagan Community Center join us for Preschool Preview day on Wednesday, September 8 from Check the website www.eagancommunitycenter.com for feature movies and 9:30 - 11:30 am! Visit with Preschool Teachers and Art instructors from open activities. There are times when the gyms are unavailable. the Eagan Art House, as well as play at preschool open gym for free. Birthday cake and lemonade will be served. 37 • / 3870 Pilot Knob Road 651-675-5590 Discover Eagan Civic Arena Adult Hockey Leagues Pro Shop Summer adult hockey leagues now forming. Stays open through summer! Interested teams should contact Mark Vaughan, 006c Low The Civic Arena Pro Shop offers a variety of 651-675-5592; mvaughan&ci ofeagan.com for league registration information. products and services including: • Skate Sharpening, $3.50/pair • Skate Rental, $2/pair _ Birthday Parties Broken Composite Sticks bring them to us and we'll fix them. Celebrate your next birthday with the Civic Arena! • Equipment Washing - drop off your gear Arena Eagan Civic Choose from a variety of party packages perfect for and it will be ready the next day. all ages. Parties may include skating, indoor turf/ 651-675-5590 kickball or arena softball. Call 651-675-5592 to www.eagancivicarena.com your party. R I y Visit our website for the following information: • Public Skating • Skating 4 S Lessons Upcoming s Summer Skating Camps Equipment • Birthday Parties 7, s 9 ' ` Stop by the Civic Arena to pick up infor- mation regarding upcoming summer camps and clinics. Advertising Opportunities • Pro 11 Open Skating: Day, evening and weekend times are available for public skate! • Skate Rental Admission is $3/adult, $2/student and $2/skate rental. • Skate Sharpening • Arena Softball Visit www.eagancivicarena.com for updated times. Looking for summer skating lessons? Check out pages 10 & 11. 38 im I j www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Junior Golf League _ ~ r> V at Mendota Heights Par 3 Ages 6-15 Golfers are expected to know and follow the rules and etiquette of golf. Parents are encouraged }e to walk or play along, especially with younger players. Missed weeks can be made up. For weath- er related questions, please call Mendota Heights Par 3 at 651-454-9822. Fridays June 18 - August 27 Cost $115 /person Location Mendota Heights Par 3 Register bFriday, June 11 Junior Golf CLASS # 16177 .......................................8:46 am League at CLASS # 16178 8:54 am CLASS # 16179 .......................................9:02 am Lost Spur CLASS # 16180 9:10 am CLASS # 16181 9:18 am " r Ages-17 CLASS # 16182 9:26 am This league consists of playing nine CLASS # 16183 9:34 am - holes in a fun place with some small CLASS # 16184 9:42 am competition. Golfers will be intro- duced to basic formats, rules and etiquette. Awards will be given weekly. Junior Golf Open Registration and hole assignments are at 8:00 am with play begininning at Mendota Heights Par 3 at 8:30 am for all players. Missed weeks can be made up. Fee includes Ages 6-13 administration, golf fees, weekly junior golfers can end the summer by participating in the junior Open. The fee covers awards, season ending awards and ban- entry, lunch, beverage and prizes. Prizes will be awarded for closest to the pin, longest put quet. For weather related questions, and best score in each age group. Lunch starts at 10:30 am. Parents are encouraged to please call Lost Spur Golf Course at cheer on participants. For weather related questions, please call Mendota Heights Par 3 at 651-454-5681. 651-454-9822. CLASS # 16187 Saturday .................................................August 21 Wednesdays June 16 - August 18 _ Cost ......................................................$20/person Times 8:00 am Location ..........................Mendota Heights Par 3 Register b Friday, August 13 Cost ....................................$205/person Location Lost Spur CLASS # 16185 Ages 6-9 2750 Sibley Memorial Highway Times Check-in 8:00 am Register by..................... Friday, June 11 8:30 am shotgun start CLASS # 16186 Ages 10-13 Times Check-in 10:30 am 11:00 am shotgun start L 39 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 QuickStart Tennis Camps Ages 5-8 Hey kids, there is no better time to start playing tennis than now! QuickStart tennis is a new and exciting format for learning the game of tennis. USTA (United States Tennis r; > Association) created this new format that caters directly to young beginning tennis players. To make it easier for the youngsters to learn, the QuickStart tennis format changes the net size, the court size, the balls, the rackets and even the scoring system to make it easier for _ younger players. The program is designed to help children succeed but also focuses on having fun through games, relays and instruction..;,,;, d - Participants are asked to wear appropriate shoes, bring their racket and a water bottle. A t ~I limited number of rackets will be available for those without one. u 1 Make Ups: One make-up day is scheduled each week in case of class cancellation. The make-up for each week will be on the Friday of that week at the same time and same Evening location. Cost .............................................................................................................................$50/person Tennis Lessons Location ...................................................................................Rahn Park and Northview Park Ages 6-11 CLASS # 16188 Ages 5-6 Mon - Thur June 21 - July 1 week 1 Times ..............................5:00 - 5:45 pm Location Rahn Park a , Location............................. Northview Park Mon & Wed .......................................June 14 - 28 Register by .............Wednesday, June 16 Cost .......................................$35/person/session CLASS # 16189 Ages 5-6 Register by Wednesday, June 9 Mon - Thur July 12 - 22 CLASS # 16222 ......................5:30 pm -Squirts Times ...............................1:00 - 1:45 pm CLASS # 16223 6:30 pm - Stars Location Rahn Park`. Register by Wednesday, July 7 week 2 CLASS # 16190 Ages 5-6 CLASS # 16192 Ages 7-8 Location Northview Park Mon - Thur ..............July 26 - August 5 Mon - Thur......................... July 12 - 22 Mon & Wed........................................ July 12 - 26 Cost .......................................$35/person/session Times 9:00 - 9:45 am Times 2:00 - 3:00 pm Register by ................................Wednesday, July 7 Location .......................Northview Park Location Rahn Park Register by Wednesday, July 21 Register by Wednesday, July 7 CLASS # 16224 ......................5:30 pm - Squirts CLASS # 16225 6:30 pm - Stars CLASS # 16191 Ages 7-8 CLASS # 16193 Ages 7-8 More Tennis Lessons on page 40! Mon - Thur June 21 - July 1 Mon - Thur.............. July 26 - August 5 Times ...............................6:00 - 7:00 pm Times 10:00 - 11:00 am Preschool Tennis Lessons Location Rahn Park Location....................... Northview Park Register by .............Wednesday, June 16 Register by Wednesday, July 21 for ages 3-5, Looking for more personal attention or practice in a specific area? see page 21 for details. Check out Private or Semi-Private Tennis Lessons offered on page 12! 40 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 Tennis Lessons Ages 6-14~►' Lessons provide an opportunity to develop and practice basic tennis skills. Youth will practice a new skill, learn correct techniques for various proficiencies, review a previ- ouslylearned skill and participate in games to help reinforce skills taught. Registering for the appropriate class will increase the opportunity for success of all participants. Participants should wear appropriate clothing, bring water and a racket (a limited number of rackets will be available for those without. Lessons are held Monday Tennis Lessons through Friday for 55-minutes. Week 1 Location Northview Park Class Descriptions Mon - Fri ............................................June 14 - 18 Cost $35/person/week Squirts Make Ups Register by Wednesday, June 9 CLASS # 16194 9:00 am - Squirts For the beginner with little or no tennis expe- One day is scheduled for each week in case of rience. Recommended for ages 6-8. Must be at class cancellation. CLASS # 16207 ........................10:00 am - Stars least 6 years of age by the first day of class. CLASS # 16217 .....................11:00 am -juniors Morning Class Make Ups: Squirts Plus . 9:00 am lessons will be made up at 1:00 pm Week 2 on the Friday of that week, same location. A great follow up to the Squirts class. Remind- • 10:00 am lessons will be made up at 2:00 pm Location Ridgecliff Park ers, match play and more specific skills are on the Friday of that week, same location. Mon - Fri ............................................June 21 - 25 addressed. Recommended for ages 6-8 who • 11:00 am lessons will be made up at 3:00 pm Cost $35/person/week have been in Squirts. on the Friday of that week, same location. Register by Wednesday, June 16 Afternoon Class Make Ups: CLASS # 16195 9:00 am - Squirts Stars Lessons will be made up the following Mon- For beginner players with little or no tennis day, same time, same location. Location Sky Hill Park experience. Recommended for ages 9-11. Evening Class Make Ups: Mon - Fri June 21 - 25 Must be at least 9 years of age by the first day Cost $35/person/week Lessons will be made up the Wednesday fol- Register b Wednesday, June 16 of class. lowing the last class, same time, same location. by Y J CLASS # 16218 ......................9:00 am -juniors Stars Plus Location Bur Oaks Park Weather Information Location ...............................Bur Oaks Park For the Stars player looking for a little Mon -Fri ...........................................June 21 - 25 advancement and some match play. Recom- Tennis is very vulnerable to weather Y Cost $35/person/week mended for ages 9-11 who have been in Stars. conditions, as courts become slippery Register b Wednesday, June 16 following even a minimal amount of CLASS # 16196 ....................10:00 am - Squirts Juniors rain. Every attempt will be made to For youth ages 12-14 interested in learning CLASS # 16208 .........................11:00 am -Stars y ges g hold the class as scheduled, unless there about the game of tennis. Participants must be is a concern for the child's safety. On 12 years of age by the first day of class. questionable days, please call the Rec- Week 3 reation Hotline, 651-675-5511, before Location Northview Park leaving for your lessons. The hotline will be updated one half-hour prior to Mon -Fri ......................................June 28 -July 2 Not sure where the park is located w each class time and will list any can- Cost $35/person/week Check out the map on page 69. celled classes. Register by Wednesday, June 23 CLASS # 16197 9:00 am - Squirts CLASS # 16209 ........................10:00 am - Stars 41. www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Tennis Lessons continued Recreation Hotline Week 4 651-675-5511 Location ......................................Rahn Park I~ The Recreation Hotline is available 24 Mon - Fri July 5 - 9. hours a day. The following menu of Cost $35/person/week topics has been set up so that residents Register by Wednesday, June 30 can quickly hear specific information: CLASS # 16203 ...................9:00 am - Squirts+ CLASS # 16213 .....................10:00 am - Stars+ #1 Today's Activities Current day's scheduled activities, Location Oak Chase Park including adult sports, outdoor ice Mon - Fri July 5 - 9 rinks & tubing hill, programs, Cost $35/person/week special events & trip bus schedule. Register by Wednesday, June 30 CLASS # 16198 ....................10:00 am - Squirts #2 Upcoming Activities CLASS # 16219 ....................11:00 am -juniors Week 7 Information about activities that will happen in two or three weeks. Location Northview Park Week 5 Mon - Fri .............................................July 26 - 30 #3 Cascade Bay Information on today's activities, Location Northview Park Cost.......................................... $35/person/week Register by Wednesday, July 21 upcoming events, daily fees, Mon -Fri .............................................July 12 - 16 Y Captain's Course, directions, Cost $35/person/week CLASS # 16200 ....................10:00 am - Squirts season pass and birthday n group Register by ................................Wednesday, July 7 CLASS # 16220.....................11:00 am -Juniors reservations. CLASS # 16214 ......................10:00 am - Star+ CLASS # 16204 .................11:00 am - Squirts+ Location............................ Oak Chase Park #4 Civic Arena Mon - Fri ........July 26 - 30 Information on public skating, Cost $35/person/week adult open hockey, directions, Week 6 Register by Wednesday, July 21 skate school, upcoming events, Location ...............................Bur Oaks Park CLASS # 16206 ...................9:00 am - Squirts+ and adult leagues. Mon - Fri .............................................July 19 - 23 CLASS # 16216 .....................10:00 am - Stars+ #5 Community Center Cost $35/person/week Information on fitness member- Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 14 Week $ ships and classes, birthday parties, CLASS # 16215 ......................10:00 am - Stars+ Location Rahn Park group reservations, rental spaces CLASS # 16205 .................11:00 am - Squirts+ and holiday hours & directions. Mon -Fri August 2 - 6 Location Sky Hill Park Cost $35/person/week #6 Registration Information Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 28 Current status of recreation Mon -Fri .............................................July 19 - 23 CLASS # 16201 ......................9:00 am - Squirts program registration and quarterly Cost $35/person/week CLASS # 16211 ........................10:00 am -Stars Register b Wednesday, July 14 brochure delivery. CLASS # 16210 ..........................9:00 am - Stars #7 Shelter Building and Facility CLASS # 16199 ....................10:00 am - Squirts Week 9 Reservation Information Location Northview Park Information on how to reserve a Check out page 49-51 Mon - Fri ........................................August 9 - 13 facility. Cost $35/person/week for South of the River Register b Wednesday, August 4 #8 Youth Athletic Association CLASS # 16202 9:00 am - Squirts Information tennis camps and tournaments! CLASS # 16212 ........................10:00 am - Stars CLASS # 16221 .....................11:00 am -juniors 42 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Beautiful Art & Nature Ages 4-5 & 6-11 Bugs Go on a creative nature adventure in this fun, multi-media class. You'll make your own veg- Ages 4-5 & 6-11 etable dyes, print, paint and more. Dress for Buzz right in to explore the world of indoor and outdoor activities. TJ crawling and flying creatures through art. Dress for indoor and outdoor fun. Mon - Fri ............................................August 9-13 Cost ....................................................$105/person CLASS # 16231 Ages 4-5 Location Eagan Art House Mon - Thur .........................July 26 - 29 Register by............................... Monday, August 2 Times ...............................1:00 - 3:30 pm Cost ......................................$90/person CLASS # 16233 Ages 4-5 Fairy Tale Location Eagan Art House Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Instructor Kari Wray Instructor............................................... Kari Wray Adventures Register by ...................Monday, July 19 CLASS # 16234 Ages 6-11 Ages 4-5 & 6-11 CLASS # 16232 Ages 6-11 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Mon - Thur .........................July 26 - 29 Instructor Grace Pass In this enchanted class, you will draw, sculpt and paint magical creations from your favorites Times ...............................1:00 - 3:30 pm stories. A summer favorite. Cost ......................................$90/person CLASS # 16235 Ages 4-5 . Location Eagan Art House Times.............................................. 1:00 - 3:30 pm Times 1:00 - 3:00 pm Instructor ................................Jill Powell Instructor............................................... Kari Wray y, July 19 Cost $90/child Register by Monrla CLASS # 16236 Ages 6-11 Location Eagan Art House Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm CLASS # 16227 Ages 4-5 Instructor Kari Wray Mon - Thur ..................................June 28 -July 1 Instructor ................................................Jill Powell Register by ..................................Monday, June 21 Beautiful Books CLASS # 16228 Ages 6-11 Ages 6-11 Mon - Thur ..................................June 28 -July 1 Instructor Shelley Shelton Create your own handmade books and journals with cool paper and fun techniques. Register by ..................................Monday, June 21 You'll learn about different styles of books as you develop your dimensional design skills. All supplies provided. CLASS # 16229 Ages 4-5 Mon - Thur August 2 - 5 CLASS # 16239 Instructor ................................................Jill Powell Tue & Thur June 15, 17, 22, 24 Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 28 Times 1:00 - 3:30 Pm Cost $90/person CLASS # 16230 Ages 6-11 Location Eagan Art House Mon - Thur August 2 - 5 Instructor Shelley Shelton Instructor Shelley Shelton Register by Tuesday, June 8 Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 28 L 43 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Animals in Art Painting Camp Art Traveler Ages 6-11 Ages 6-11 Ages 6-11 Discover how animals are expressed in famous Paint, paint and more paint. Learn about all Travel around the world exploring artwork. Learn about colors and textures of kinds of painting techniques and artist styles. artwork from different cultures. You'll the animal world as you create your own art- Try out watercolor and acrylic paint as you keep an art journal of your travels. All work. learn about color, design and layout. All sup- supplies provided. plies provided. CLASS # 16244 CLASS # 16247 CLASS # 16240 Mon - Thur ..................................June 28 - July 1 Tue & Thur.................................. July 6, 8, 13, 15 Tue & Thur .............June 15, 17, 22, 24 Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm Times ...............................1:00 - 3:30 pm Cost $90/person Cost $90/person Cost ......................................$90/person Location Eagan Art House Location Eagan Art House Location Eagan Art House Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton Instructor Jill Powell Instructor ................................Jill Powell Register by.................................. Monday, June 21 Register by.................................. Tuesday, June 30 Register by Tuesday, June 8 CLASS # 16245 CLASS # 16248 Mon - Thur August 2 - 5 Mon - Thur........................... August 30 - Sept 2 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Cost ......................................................$90/person ■ Cost ......................................................$90/person amp Creative Location ....................................Eagan Art House Location Eagan Art House Instructor ................................................Jill Powell Instructor Shelley Shelton Ages 6-11 by Monday, August 23 Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 28 Register b Spend a day creating fun art projects and exploring the outdoors with your friends. New projects each session. Bring your own & Science l ►ng bag lunch. Wear comfortable shoes and Art ~71L science clothes. ~i ~i Ages 6-11 Camp Times ......................................10:00 am - 2:00 pm Ages 6-11 Cost ......................................................$28/person This class will combine art and sci- Instructor ......................................Holly Landauer ence in creating one of a kind artwork. Explore a variety of mediums including Learn the science of how you create pastels, pencils, charcoal and colored CLASS # 16241 your artwork and why it works. pencil. You'll sketch from your imagi- Friday ..........................................................June 18 nation as well as subject matter inside Location Quarry Park CLASS # 16246 and outside. Register by Friday, June 11 Tue & Thur............ June 15, 17, 22, 24 Times .............................9:00 - 11:30 am CLASS # 16249 • CLASS # 16242 Cost 90 erson $ /P Tue & Thur July 6, 8, 13, 15 Friday July 23 Location.................... Eagan Art House Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Location Eagan Art House Instructor ................................Jill Powell Cost $90/person Register by Friday, July 16 Register by ....................Tuwday, June 8 Location.................... Eagan Art House CLASS # 16243 Instructor ................................Jill Powell Friday August 6 Register by ..................Monday, June 30 Location Eagan Art House Register by Friday July 30 Did you know There were 452 pavilion, sun shelter and shelter building reservations in 2009. 44 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 Clay & Sculpture x Ages 6-11 A summer favorite! Create a variety of fun projects with clay, paper, found objects and more. Dress for messy activities. Register early... these classes fill quickly. t; Cost .............................................................................................................................................$93/person Location Eagan Art House x CLASS # 16250 CLASS # 16254 Famous Artists Mon & Wed June 14, 16, 21, 23 Mon & Wed .............................July 12, 14, 19, 21 Ages 6-11 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Discover the artwork of artists like Monet and Instructor ............................................Amy Rhone Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton Register by Monday, June 7 Register by Monday, July 5 Matisse in this fun-filled class. Using paint, collage and more, you'll create your own mas- CLASS # 16251 CLASS # 16255 terpieces with techniques of these artists. All Mon & Wed June 14, 16, 21, 23 Mon & Wed .............................July 12, 14, 19, 21 supplies provided. Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm CLASS # 16258 Instructor Shelley Shelton Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton Register b Monday, 5 Mon ..Wed .............................July 12, 14, 19, 21 Reg by Mon June 7 Register bY..................................... Monday, July Times ..............................................1:00 - 3:30 pm CLASS # 16252 FULL CLASS #16256 FULL Cost ......................................................$90/person Mon & Wed June 14, 16, 21, 23 Mon & Wed .......................August 16, 18, 23, 25 Location.................................... Eagan Art House Instructor ............................................Amy Rhone Times ..............................................1:00 - 3:30 pm Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Register by ...................................Monday, July 12 Instructor ............................................Amy Rhone Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton Register by ....................................Monday, June 7 Register by............................... Monday, August 9 CLASS # 16253 CLASS # 16257 American Mon & Wed .............................July 12, 14, 19, 21 Mon & Wed .......................August 16, 18, 23, 25 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 1:00 - 4:00 pm Folk Instructor ............................................Amy Rhone Instructor........................................... Mel Benkert Register by Monday, July Register bY............................... Monday, August 9 f. Ages 6-11 Help celebrate Eagan's 150' Birthday Eagan Art House Camp T-shirts Available! by learning about American Folk Arts Just $5 each and creating unique projects of your Purple shirt with lime green logo own. All supplies provided. (youth sizes M, L and adult sizes S M L XL) Get yours while supplies last! CLASS # 16259 Tue & Thur ...........................July 20, 22 Available at: Times ...............................1:00 - 3:30 pm • Eagan Parks & Recreation, 3830 Pilot Knob Roac Cost ......................................$49/person • Eagan Art House, 3981 Lexington Ave South Location Eagan Art House Instructor Cindy Olson July 13 Call the Eagan Art House for more information, 651-686-9134. Register by Tuesday, J Loa 45 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Something Fishy. Camp Creative Ages 6-11 Drawing Take an art journey under the sea. Explore the Faces and Puppets colors and textures of the ocean and its amaz- Ages 7-12 ing creatures through paint, drawing, collage and more. Come aboard, matey! Features Explore the world of puppeteenng. Make pup- Ages 8+ pets and set pieces with an Eagan Art House CLASS # 16260 instructor. Then, write a play and practice with Mon - Wed ..........................................July 26 - 28 Learn how to draw eyes, noses and music and sound equipment. You'll use the Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am mouths with techniques that really puppets you make to perform on the last day Cost ......................................................$70/person work. You'll also explore different of class. Bring a bag lunch. Dress for indoor Location Eagan Art House drawing mediums including pencil and and outdoor activities. Instructor ............................................Amy Rhone charcoal. A great introduction to por- Register by ...................................Monday, July 19 trait drawing. CLASS # 16124 Mon - Thur ...................................August 16 - 19 ` CLASS # 16264 Times ......................................10:00 am - 2:00 pm Mon & Wed........... June 14, 16, 21, 23 Cost ......................................................$85/person . ~ Times ...............................1:00 - 3:30 pm Location Sky Hill Park Cost $90/person Register by Monday, August Y, g Location Eagan Art House Instructor .......................Shelley Shelton Register by Monday, June 7 d Camp Creative Fiber Art Illustrator Art Plus ...Music Camp Ages 6-11 Ages 6-11 Art and music lovers will enjoy this Ages 6-11 Discover the artwork of children's book illus- camp. Each day you'll explore music trators as you learn about their styles and tech- through art with an Eagan Art House Discover the fluid nature of fabric mques. You'll read some favorite books and instructor by making your own musi- in this fun camp. Projects include a even write and illustrate stories of your own. painted quilt, batik, fabric collage and cal instruments, painting to music and weaving. more. You'll also play some musical CLASS # 16262 games and make music together. Bring CLASS # 16261 Mon -Thur ...................................August 16 19 a bag lunch. Dress for indoor and out- Mon & Wed........ July 26, 28, Aug 2, 4 Times ..............................................1:00 - 3:30 pm door activities. Times .............................9:00 - 11:30 am Cost $90/person cost $90/person Location.................................... Eagan Art House CLASS # 16263 Location Eagan Art House Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton Mon - Thur................... August 23 - 26 Instructor ................................Jill Powell Register by............................... Monday, August 9 Times ......................10:00 am - 2:00 pm Register by Tuesday, July 13 Cost $85/person Location Sky Hill Park Register by Monday, August 16 Find us on Facebook Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebook! www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation 46 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Sketchbook Fashion Design Journalin Art in Action Ages 11+ the process of designing unique fash- g for Tweens Explore P q ions. Your journey begins with sketching and Explore how pen and ink, pencil and water- Ages 8-12 will end with a prototype of your design. All color can be used to create visual images You won't be able to sit still for this supplies provided. from your everyday life. You will learn how class. Explore how art moves through to combine pictoral journaling with writing studying Alexander Calder and Jackson CLASS # 16267 to make your journal a unique expression of Pollock. Sketching, painting and design Tue - Thur August 31 - Sept 2 yourself. Course fee includes a sketchbook exercises will stretch your creative Times ..............................................1:00 - 3:30 pm that will launch your journaling for many years muscles in fun, new ways. Cost ......................................................$70/person to come. Location Eagan Art House CLASS # 16265 Instructor ................................................Jill Powell CLASS # 16505 Tue & Thur July 6, 8, 13, 15 Register by............................. Tuesday, August 24 Tue & Thur .......................................July 20 & 22 Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm r Times 1:00 - 3:30 pm Cost $91/person Cost ......................................................$49/person Location.................... Eagan Art House Location Eagan Art House Instructor Shelley Shelton Instructor Kari Wray Register by............. Wednesday, June 30 Register b Tuesday, July 13 Ilk A Babysitter's Potter's Wheel Art Workshop Ages 11+ Ages 10+ Learn to throw pots on the wheel as you gain confidence as an emerging potter. Wear old clothes. This class is designed to give babysit- All supplies and firing included. ters fresh and fun ideas for art projects to do with young children. You'll have CLASS # 16271 NEW! Longer Class CLASS # 16273 NEW! Longer Class a chance to create some projects and Monday June 14 - July 19 (skip July 5) Monday.................................. July 26 - August 23 try out different art mediums. You'll Times 4:00 - 6:00 pm Times.............................................. 4:00 - 6:00 pm also receive an idea packet and an art Cost 119 Person $119/person $ Cost bag to take home with you. Location Eagan Art House Location.................................... Eagan Art House Instructor Siiri Doan Instructor............................................... Siiri Doan CLASS # 16268 Register by Wednesday, June 7 Register by Monday, July 19 Wednesday ......................................July 7 Cost ......................................$25/person CLASS # 16272 NEW! Longer Class CLASS # 16274 NEW! Longer Class Times 9:30 - 11:30 am Tuesday June 15 - July 20 Tuesday.................................. July 27 - August 31 Location Eagan Art House Times.............................................. 4:00 - 6:00 pm Times.............................................. 4:00 - 6:00 pm Instructor ................................Jill Powell Cost ....................................................$130/person Cost.................................................... $130/person Register by Thursday, July 1 Location Eagan Art House Location.................................... Eagan Art House Instructor Peter Jadoonath Instructor..................................... Peter Jadoonath Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 8 Register by Monday, July 19 L 47 J www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Painting for Teens Ages 11+ Drawing Explore your own creative voice in this relaxing painting class. You'll have the chance to try out for Teens different painting mediums and techniques as you learn about color, layout and what makes a good design. All skill levels welcome. All supplies provided. Ages 11+ Love to draw? Join other teens as you CLASS # 16275 CLASS # 16276 learn various drawing techniques that Thursdays June 17 - July 8 Thursdays July 15 - August 5 will improve your skills as an emerging Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 9:00 - 11:30 am artist. Plus, have fun trying out new tips and tricks with different media. All skill Cost ....................................................$109/person Cost.................................................... $109/person Location Eagan Art House Location.................................... Eagan Art House levels and interests welcome. Check the Instructor Shelley Shelton Instructor...................................... Shelley Shelton web site for supply list. Register by Thursday, June 10 Register by................................... Thursday, July 8 Times 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location Moonshine Park Retreat Center Thursday Bootcamp Instructor ............................Mel Benkert Ages 15+ CLASS # 16278 Tuesdays June 15 - July 6 Join others on Thursday evenings for a challening, yet REWARDING workout. Classes Cost $78/person will be held outdoors utilizing the ammenities and landscape that Central Park/Eagan Register by ....................Tuesday, June 8 Community Center has to offer. Dress accordingly, bring a water bottle, and be ready to sweat. Instructor: Certified Fitness Instructor CLASS # 16279 Tuesdays ...................July 13 - August 3 CLASS # 16506 Cost ......................................$78/person Thursdays June 3, 10, 17, 24 Register by Tuesday, July 6 Times ......................................................................................................................5:30 - 6:30 pm CLASS # 16280 Cost ......................$20/person OR $7.50/class drop-in rate Oayable at ECC Guest Seruices) Tuesdays August 10 - 31 Register by .............................................................................................................Friday, May 28 Cost $78/person Register by Tuesday, August 3 CLASS # 16507 Thursdays ...............July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 N' Times ...............................5:30 - 6:30 pm Cost $25/person OR y ` Poets in the Park Teen Poetry Slam $7.50/class drop-in rate Register by Friday, June 25 y May 8 at 2:00 pm CLASS # 16508 -l~ Poets in the Park features a spoken word work- Thursdays August 5, 12, 19, 26 - shop in April during National Poetry Month y and a spoken word poetry slam competition Times ...............................5:30 - 6:30 pm Cost $20/person OR held in May at Caponi Art Park's Theater in the $7.50/class rate Woods. Award-winning spoken word, break- Register b Friday, drop-in at dance and hip-hop dance artists to perform. Reg y Fry July 30 Poetry slam is open to teens ages 13-19. L 48 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 E-TV's Video South of the Camp River Junior Ages 10-16 Tennis Camps ►ri Lights, Camera, Action! Spend 4 days this _T--~ Ages 11-15 summer learning everything about television production. From Videography to Editing, Sharpen your tennis skills and stay in shape from Lighting to Directing this 4 day camp r during the summer. These camps are spe will give you a taste of every job at a television cially designed for junior high/middle school age tennis enthusiasts. Drills, skills, condi- station. Best of all, at the end of the week, honing, mental performance, game strategy you'll produce a show that will actually air on - and technique will be the focus for the eight E-TV! More classes on page 13. _ - meeting dates. The most important thing is to have fun playing a great game! All camp- Times ........................................9:00 am - 4:00 pm ers will receive a t-shirt, indicate size when Cost ....................................................$160/person registering. Participants are asked to bring Location E-TV, 610 Opperman Drive their rackets and water. Sign up for both Battle of the Bands sessions right away and get $20 off the CLASS # 16509 second session. Discount fee not available Mon - Thur ........................................June 21 - 24 when registering online. Acoustic, Indie, Rap, Emo.... all genres Register by Thursday, June 10 are appreciated and welcomed! Eagan's Make Ups: One day is scheduled for each Battle of the Bands is where bands CLASS # 16510 can battle for first place and a chance session in case of class cancellation. The make-up day will be the Friday following the Mon - Thur .........................................July 26 - 29 to play at the Minnesota State Fair & last day of class. Register by .................................Thursday, July 15 Dakota County Fair! All participating bands must be amateur with the major- CLASS # 16288 ity of members comprised of high Mon, Wed, Fri ....................................June 14 - 30 school or college aged members. For Times ..............................................1:00 - 2:15 pm information or to register, call Eagan L► eguard►ng Cost ......................................................$40/person Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500. Location .......................................Northview Park Ages 15+ Register by Wednesday, We June 9 Become a certified lifeguard! Cascade Bay instructors teach this four day course and Wednesday July 28 CLASS # 16289 Times ...............................4:00 - 6:45 pm m d, Fri July 12 - l August 4 give onsite training at the outdoor waterpark. Cost ...............................$32/band entry Mon, We Those who complete the course will become Location..... Eagan Community Center (No class week of July 19) certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Rotary Band Shell Times . . 9:00 - 10:15 am Waterpark Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR & Register b Monday, 20 Cost ......................................................$40/person by July AED for the Professional Rescuer. Attendance Location .......................................Northview Park is mandatory for all class sessions. 2010 Bathe of the Bands khednle Register by ................................Wednesday, July 7 CLASS # 16283 Contact each host site for details. CLASS # 16290 Mon, Tue, Thur, Fn ................July 12, 13, 15, 16 Shakopee, June 24, 952-233-9507 Mon, Wed, Fri July 12 - August 4 (No class on Wednesday) (Preliminary Battles: 6/12 & 6/19) (No class week of July 19) Times 7:00 am - 3:30 pm • Apple Valley, July 3, 952-953-2385 Times ..............................................1:00 - 2:15 pm Cost ....................................................$225/person • Prior Lake, July 22, 952-447-9822 Co st ......................................................$40/person Location Northview Park Location Cascade Bay Waterpark • Eagan, July 28, 651-675-5500 Register b Wednesday, July 7 Register by .....................................Monday, July 5 More tennis on pages 50-51 L 49 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Junior Team Tennis South of the Intermediate River Youth Ages 11-18 Singles t i Must have junior high or high school team Tennis +R G wit~ experience and be committed to attending practice and match days. This program is Tournament designed for players who are ranked as a 2.5 Junior Team to 3.5 in the NTRP (see page 52). All players Ages 6-18 must be current USTA members to participate Tennis in this program. Program fee includes a one- You can play tennis, but can you handle year USTA membership. the challenge of tournament play? Beginner Find out how mentally strong you are join this team offered in collaboration with in a fun, but competitive atmosphere. Ages 10-15 the USTA Northern Section if you are look- Each player is guaranteed two matches. ing for experience in match settings. To get Tournament format is double elimina- Join this team offered in collaboration lion or round robin depending on the with area Parks & Recreation Depart- the best experience, potential participants must have experience playing with a tennis number of participants per age group. ments if you are a beginner look- Prizes are awarded to the top players in ing for experience in match settings. team. Throughout the summer, teams will have a variety of matches in Eagan and other each category. Throughout the summer, teams will have a variety of matches in Eagan and local communities. The program fee includes t-shirts, indicate size when registering, entrance Players will be broken into the follow- other local communities. The program ing age categories and competitive abil- fee includes t-shirts, and entrance into into the South of the River Singles Tourna- ment and entrance into the sectional playoffs. ity. Please indicate an age category on the South of the River Singles Tourna your registration: 12 and under, 13-15, merit. Volunteers and/or parents will Volunteers and/or parents will be needed to help transport teams to away matches. Par- 16-18. Please bring water and a snack be needed to help transport teams to for yourself. A players meeting will be away matches. Parents and players will ents and players will receive further details on matches and transportation needs prior to the held at 8:30 am and 1" round matches receive further details on matches and start of the program. will start at 9:00 am. transportation needs prior to the start of the program. CLASS # 16292 *Players on the White Stars must remain 14 and under throughout the entire summer. Friday ............................................July 9 CLASS # 16287 White Stripes Times Player meeting at 8:30 Mon & Wed June 14 - July 28 CLASS # 16285......... White Stars, Ages 11-14 Cost ......................................$10/person Times..... 12:15-4:00 pm, away matches Location...... Northview & Rahn Parks 1-3:00 pm, home matches & practices CLASS # 16286........... Blue Stars, Ages 15-18 Register by Wednesday, July 7 Cost $85/person Location Northview Park Tue Thur......... June 15 July 29 (skip July 21) Register b Friday, June 4 Times ..................12:15 - 4:00 pm, away matches 1-3:00 pm, home matches & T/Th practices Wed Practice White Stars, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Blue Stars, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Priyate & krnl Priyate Tennis Lessons, Cost.... $130/person (includes USTA membership) see ppa a 12 for details! Location .......................................Northview Park r Register by Friday, June 4 50 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 South of the Men's Singles Women's River Youth Tennis League Singles Tennis Ages 18+ League Doubles Looking for an avenue to play tennis on a Ages 18+ regular basis? It's not only great exercise; it's a Looking for an avenue to play tennis on a Tennis great way to meet other tennis enthusiasts in a regular basis? It's not only great exercise; it's a fun atmosphere. The focus is on recreational, Tournament great way to meet other tennis enthusiasts in a singles matches that are played in Eagan. fun atmosphere. The focus is on recreational, Schedules are created for you, attempting to Ages ~-0'~-8 match you with other players of similar abili- singles matches that are played in Eagan. Schedules are created for you, attempting to Looking to get some doubles tennis ties using the National Tennis Rating Program match you with other players of similar abili- experience? Find out how mentally on page 51. League standings are not kept and ties using the National Tennis Rating Program strong you are in a fun, but competitive match balls are not provided. Please indicate on page 51. League standings are not kept atmosphere. Each team is guaranteed level of play and any dates you will be absent and match balls are not provided. Please two matches. Tournament format is when you register indicate level of play and any dates you will be double elimination or round robin depending on the number of partici-CLASS #16294 absent when you register. pants per age group. Prizes are award- Tuesdays June 8 - August 3 CLASS # 16293 ed to the top team in each category. Times ..........................................................6:00 pm Mondays June 7 - August 2 Cost $24/person Times ..........................................................6:00 pm - Location .......................................Northview Park Teams will be broken into the following Cost ......................................................$24/person age categories and competitive ability. Register by Friday, May 28 Location .......................................Northview Park Please register as a team and indicate Register b Friday, May 28 an age category on your registration: 12 and under, 13-15, and 16-18. Age category will be based on the age of the oldest team member. Please bring Adult Beginner Tennis Lessons water and a snack for yourself. A team meeting will be held at 8:30 am. Ages 18+ Tennis is a life-long sport people of all ages can learn and enjoy. These lessons give CLASS # 16291 beginners a chance to work on their stroke development through drills, direct instruction, Monday ...........................................July 5 and match play. Each hour-long lesson will give participants a chance to learn many dif- Times............ Team meeting at 8:30 am ferent strokes and skills including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys and scoring in Cost $20/team match play. Location .......................Northview Park Register by ...................Thursday, July 1 CLASS # 16295 CLASS # 16296 Mon - Thur ........................June 14 - 17 Mon - Thur.......................... July 12 -15 Times ...............................5:00 - 6:00 pm Times 5:00 - 6:00 pm Cost ......................................$28/person Cost...................................... $28/person Location .......................Northview Park Location Rahn Park Register by Monday, June 7 Register by Monday, July 5 Mon JuY Did you know Healthy, dense lawns will absorb rainfall six times more effectively than a wheat field, four times more effectively than a hay field. 51 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 4 National Tennis Rating Program ry To Place Yourself: Begin at a 1.5 playing level. Read all categories carefully and then decide which one best describes your present ability. Be certain that you qualify on all points of all preceding levels as well as those in the level you choose. When rating yourself assume you are playing against a player of the same gender and ability. General Characteristics of Various Playing Levels: 1.5 This player has limited experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into Adult f. play. Tennis 2.0 This player needs on-court experience. This player has obvious stroke weaknesses but is Club familiar with the basic positions for singles and doubles play. Ages 18+ 2.5 This player is learning to judge where the ball is going although court coverage is weak. Enjoy playing tennis, but need a little Can sustain a short rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability. strategy advice? Individuals and couples looking for great exercise and fun with 3.0 This player is fairly consistent when hitting medium paced shots, but is not comfortable other adults are encouraged to partici- with all strokes and lacks execution when trying for directional control, depth of power. pate. Class begins with half an hour Most common doubles formation is one-up, one-back. of instruction from a qualified staff. 3.5 This player has achieved improved stroke dependability with directional control on The remainder focuses on singles and moderate shots, but still lacks depth and variety. This player exhibits more aggressive doubles match play, where the instruc- net play, has improved court coverage, and is developing teamwork in doubles. for will be available to answer questions or jump in as a player. Please bring a 4.0 This player has dependable strokes, including directional control and depth on both racket and water bottle and wear tennis forehand and backhand sides on moderate shots, plus the ability to use lobs, overheads, shoes. approach shots and volley with some success. This player occasionally forces errors when serving. Rallies may be lost due to impatience. Teamwork in doubles is evident. CLASS # 16297 Session 1 Thursdays ..........June 10, 17, 24, July 1 4.5 This player has begun to master the use of power and spins and is beginning to handle Times ...............................7:00 - 8:30 pm pace, has sounds footwork, can control depth of shots, and is beginning to vary game Cost $24/person plan according to opponents. This player can hit first serves with power and accuracy Location .......................Northview Park and place the second serve. This player tends to over hit on difficult shots. Aggressive Register b Friday, June 4 net play is common in doubles. 5.0 This player has good shot anticipation and frequently has an outstanding shot of attribute CLASS # 16298 Session 2 around which a game may be structured. This player can regularly hit winners or force Thursdays July 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 errors off of short balls and can put away volleys, can successfully execute lobs, drop shots, Times ...............................7:00 - 8:30 pm half volleys, overhead smashes and has good depth and spin on most second serves. Cost $24/person Location .......................Northview Park 5.5 This player has developed power and/or consistency as a major weapon. This player Register by .........................Friday, July 9 can vary strategies and styles of play in a competitive situation and hits dependable shots in a stress situation. 6.0 to 7.0 The 6.0 player typically has had intensive training for national tournament competition at the junior and collegiate levels and has obtained a sectional and/or national ranking. 7.0 World class player. 52 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan Adult Sports Opportunities Teams interested in playing in leagues offered by Eagan Parks & Recreation can visit www.cityofeagan.com/adultsports for detailed information. Leagues have varying k , eligibility and age requirements. In order to register a team, you must complete a reg- istration/roster form and submit full payment to Eagan Parks & Recreation during the appropriate registration dates. , Interested in participating in a particular league, but don't have a team? Contact Eagan i - M Parks & Recreation and we can put you on an available players list with your name, phone number, email address and league interest. Your information is distributed to the managers at their league meeting. Although we will distribute your contact information, this does not guarantee that a team will contact you. You can contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500 or email Jonathan Moore at jmoore&ci ofeagan.com. Women's Golf League SORR Adult Sports Opportunities at Mendota The South of the River Recreators (S.C.R.R.) Group, which consists of the cities of Heights Par 3 Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage sponsors the following leagues. Teams interested in playing in the following league should contact Ages the appropriate Parks & Recreation Department. Register with your friends or register alone and make some new friends. You League offerings will enjoy a relaxing round of golf on Mendota's Heights Par 3 course. Sundays Co-Rec Soccer (10 wks) Rainouts can be made up. For weather Cost ...............................................................................................................................$800/team related questions, please call Mendota For more information contact Farmington Parks & Recreation, 651-280-6854 Heights Par 3 at 651-454-9822. Register by Friday, July 23 Cost ....................................$120/person Wednesdays Co-Rec Kickball (8+ wks) Location.......... Mendota Heights Par 3 Cost ...............................................................................................................................$275/team 1695 Dodd Road For more information contact Apple Valley Parks & Recreation, 952-953-2312 Register by.................. Monday, May 24 Register by Friday, July 16 Wednesdays...... June 2 - August 18 CLASS # 16299 FULL........ 4:56 pm CLASS # 16300 5:04 pm CLASS # 16301 .......................5:20 pm CLASS # 16302 .......................5:36 pm CLASS # 16303 FULL........ 5:52 pm Find us on CLASS # 16304 FULL........ 6:08 pm Facebook ® CLASS # 16305 .......................6:16 pm Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebook! CLASS # 16306 FULL........ 6:24 pm CLASS # 16307 .......................6:32 pm www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation CLASS # 16308 FULL........ 6:40 pm 53 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Women's Beginning Intro Thursday To Running - Level 1 Bootcamp Women 18+ Ages 15+ Ladies grab your friends and register for this introductory 8-week running course. In join others on Thursday evenings for a this beginners class you will learn the necessary steps to becoming a runner first from an challening, yet REWARDING workout. experienced, local woman runner and marathoner. Approximately 20 minutes of class is Classes will be held outdoors utiliz- spent discussing a new relative topic of the week, the remaining time will be spent out- ing the ammenities and landscape that doors training. Central Park/Eagan Community Center has to offer. Dress accordingly, bring a water bottle, and be ready to sweat. This class is geared towards beginners who have not run before, have little experience Drop-in fee payable at ECC Guest running or are returning to running. The class follows interval walking/running train- Services. Instructor: Certified Fitness ing building up to all running. Runners able to run more than a mile easily may want Instructor to consider the Women's Running Club. Class size is kept small to focus on the group members. The goal after eight weeks is to finish a 5K race. Participants receive a short- CLASS # 16506 sleeve running shirt so be sure to include your shirt size when registering. Sample shirt Thursdays June 3, 10, 17, 24 sizes are available to try on at the Eagan Parks & Recreation office Monday - Friday, Times ...............................5:30 - 6:30 pm 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Cost $20/person OR CLASS # 16416 $7.50/class drop-in rate Register by ......................Friday, May 28 • Wed June 2 - July 21 Times Weds, 5:00 - 6:00 pm CLASS # 16507 Cost ......................................$25/person Thursdays July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Location Bridle Ridge Park Times 5:30 - 6:30 pm 3990 Elrene Road, Eagan Cost $25/person OR Register by Wed, May 26 ,t $7.50/class drop-in rate Register by Friday, June 25 CLASS # 16508 Women's Running Club Thursdays .............August 5, 12, 19, 26 Times ...............................5:30 - 6:30 pm Women 18+ Cost $20/person OR Back by popular demand, this group of women meets weekly to chat and run. Typical train- $7.50/class drop-in rate ing runs will be 3-5 miles and may include introductory hill and speed building sessions. Run- Register by .......................Friday, July 30 ners of all speeds and abilities are welcome. This is a great follow-up to the beginners class. INCLUDED in this class is a short-sleeve running technical shirt with the Women's Running Club logo. Sample shirts are available to try on at Eagan Parks & Recreation office Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Class is held rain or shine, please dress appropriately for the weather conditions, wear running shoes and bring a water bottle. 9o Day fitness Membership for $90 CLASS # 16512 Great for students that are Wednesdays June 2 - July 21 Times ......................................................................................................................................6:15 - 7:30 pm home for the summer! Cost ............................................................................................................................................$25/person See page 37 for details. Location ............................................................................Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road, Eagan Register by Wednesday, May 26 54 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan Men's Chorus Eagan Women of Note' Directed by: Kathleen Andrews Directed by: Thera Burtt, Accompanist:, ` Accompanist: Iva Nell Monson Kathy Williamson tom"✓' Eagan Women of Note is a community based - To all men who love to sing, the Eagan Men's choir made up of women of all ages. This Chorus invites you tenor, baritone and bass fun group sings a wide variety of music and men to join us. There is no audition and you performs at many venues, including commu- do not have to be a resident of Eagan. All you nity events, church events, and senior centers, as well need is the willingness to raise your voice in as special concerts for Christmas and spring. Any woman 18 or over who loves to song. We are an active member of the Associ- sing is welcome to join. You do not need to Apostle ated Male Choruses of America and join with live in Eagan and no audition is needed - only other AMCA choruses in at least two major a love of singing. The chorus is open for new Islands National concerts each year. members at any time. Rehearsals are Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, September Lakeshore The Eagan Men's Chorus performs approxi- through May, at Peace Church, 2180 Glory ~i~7 mately 30 concerts a year at senior citizen Drive in Eagan. Adults 18+ centers, social and community functions. The Chorus also performs in concert with Eagan Women of Note is sponsored by Explore the amazing Apostle Islands. Kayak the Eagan Women of Note. Rehearsals are Eagan Park and Recreation and District 196 in majestic sandstone sea caves, stroll sandy Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30 pm at Peace Community Education. For information on beaches, snorkel sunken shipwrecks and view Church, 2180 Glory Drive in Eagan. For scheduling a performance, contact Randee at historic lighthouses. We will meet on Mad- 651-848-8253. For information on joining the eline Island, early afternoon the first day; first information on joining the group or scheduling contact Dadette at 651-683-0742, visit night performance, contact Jim Andrews 651-451- group, camp at Big Bay State Park. Day 2 & our brand new web site at wwweaganwom- 3, boat out into the National Park islands and 7502 or Paul Carlton 651-452-7557. enofnote.or~ or e-mail eaganwomenofnote(a or visit www.eaganmenschorus.org. setup camp as we take excursions to explore niF all 21 islands. Each day ends watching stun- ning sunsets over the lake while listening to the waves crashing on the shore. Trip prices p. include boat gas, meals, camp accommodations, Boundap 1 y Waters Canoe TI 1 p kayak, snorkel gear, wetsuit, life jacket and US Adults 18+ Coast Guard Captained Boat and instruction from a geology professor. Optional round Experience the natural wonders of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. For 3 trip transportation from the Twin Cities is $30 nights and 4 days we will canoe pristine waters surrounded by lush forests. This trip is per person, pay separately at the time of trip. fully outfitted and guided; we canoe lake to lake, swim, fish, learn about the woods and relax. Each day ends at camp with a sparkling fire while gazing at the bright stars. At Instructor: Karen Nicholas the beginning of the trip, Thursday, August 5, we meet at our outfitters on the Gunflint Trail. Sunday, we end the canoe trip by noon. Trip includes canoes, camping gear, per- Cost ....................................................$549/person mits, great food and professional trip guide. Optional round trip transportation from the Departs 9:00 am on Thursday Twin Cities is $30 per person, pay separately at the time of trip. Return ....................................6:00 pm on Sunday Location Eagan Police Dept Parking Lot CLASS # 16314 Thur - Sun .................................................................................................................August 5 - 8 CLASS # 16315 Cost $449/person Thur - Sun...........................................July 22 - 25 Times Depart: 9:00 am on Thursday & Return: 6:00 pm on Sunday Register by................................... Thursday, July 8 Location Eagan Police Dept Parking Lot Instructor Karen Nicholas CLASS # 16316 Register ...........................................................................................one week prior to start date Thur - Sun.....................................August 12 - 15 Register by .............................Thursday, August 5 L 55 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Mosaic Workshop Functional Tea Adults & Teens 14+ Pots Create your own mosaic using old glass or china. Bring an item from home to mosaic & Adults & Teens 14+ any old glass or china. Learn about color, texture and other design elements that make an Learn to make beautiful and functional tea exquisite mosaic. Bring one or two items you would like to mosaic such as flower pots, pots. Learn wheel thrown and hand built picture frames, or stepping stones. Use your imagination! Also bring any glass or other techniques that will help you create tea pots items you would like to include in your design. All other supplies provided. that really work. All supplies and firing includ- ed. Experience in wheel throwing and/or CLASS # 16344 handbuilding recommended. Saturdays ...............................May 15, 22 4 v r L~If$' r . 'k Times ......................9:00 am - 12:00 pm -V- OA -ON CLASS # 16358 Cost ......................................$73/person ar~,/ - 4" d Saturdays July 10 - 31 1`~* Location Eagan Art House Times.............................................. 1:30 - 4:30 pm r F~ Instructor Jill Powell Cost ...................................................$120/person Register by ........................Friday, May 7 Location.................................... Eagan Art House Instructors Peter Jadoonath & Brian Clark Register by Friday, July 2 Fused Glass Pendants Raku Pottery Adults & Teens 14+ Adults & Teens 14+ Create beautiful one-of-a-kind glass pendants. You'll learn about fused glass, glass selection and Explore the beautiful, ancient tech- color combinations. Pendants will be created during this workshop and then fired in the studio. niques of Raku pottery. You'll create Final projects will be available for pickup within 14 days. All supplies and firing is included for up your pieces, either hand built or thrown to 10 pendants per person. Call the Eagan Art House at 651-686-9134 with questions. on the wheel, from Raku clay in prepra- tion for the outdoor firing on the last CLASS # 16352 CLASS # 16353 day of class. All supplies and firing Saturda included. All skill levels welcome. No y ......................................................June 12 Monday August 30 Times ......................................9:30 am - 12:00 m previous experience necessary. p Times 6:30 - 9:00 pm Cost ......................................................$90/person Cost $90/person CLASS # 16359 Location Eagan Art House Location Eagan Art House Instructor Jill Powell Mondays July 26 -August 23 J Instructor ................................................Jill Powell Register b Friday, Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Reg y Fry June 4 Register by................................ Friday, August 20 Cost ....................................$132/person Location Eagan Art House Instructor Siiri Doan Spend your summer at Cascade Bay! Register by ...................Monday, July 19 Purchase your season pass at the Parks & Recreation Dept. or Eagan Community Center. See page 35 for waterpark hours. L 56 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Ceramics Horse Hair Adults & Teens 14+ Beginning and experiences potters are welcome! Use wheel thrown and hand-built techniques to Fired Pottery make sculptural and functional pieces. Enjoy getting idas from other students in this relaxed and Adults & Teens 14+ encouraging class. All supplies and firing included. Classes are held at the Eagan Art House. This alternative firing technique is CLASS # 16329 inspired by Native American artwork. You'll create pottery, either wheel Mondays ..............June 14 -July 19 (skip Jul p5) ' thrown or hand built, that will then Times ..............................................6:30 9:00 m ~ Cost $132/person be fired with horse hair that will cre- Instuctor Siiri Doane ate beautiful and unique lines on the Register b Monday, June 7 pot. As the hair is consumed in the firing process, it twists and turns, each CLASS # 16330 piece becoming an original never to be CLASS # 16334 duplicated again. All supplies and fir- Tuesdays .....................................June 15 - July 20 Tuesdays July 27 - August 31 ing included. Previous wheel throwing Times 6:30 - 9:00 pm Times.............................................. 6:30 - 9:00 pm experience required. Cost ....................................................$145/person Cost $145/person Instructor Peter Jadoonath Instructor Peter Jadoonath CLASS #16513 Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 8 Register by...................................... Friday, July 23 Saturdays August 7, 14, 21, 28 - Times ...............................1:30 - 4:00 pm CLASS # 16331 CLASS # 16335 Cost ....................................$105/person Thursdays ...................................June 17 July 22 Thursdays July 29 Sept 2 Instructor............................ Brian Clark Times 6:30 - 9:00 pm Times.............................................. 6:30 - 9:00 pm Location.................... Eagan Art House Cost ....................................................$145/person Cost $145/person Register b August 1 Instructor Brian Clark Instructor............................................. Brian Clark Register by Thursday, June 10 Register by Thursday, July 22 CLASS # 16332 CLASS # 16336 Fridays June 18 - July 23 (skip July 2) Fridays.................................... July 30 - August 27 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Cost ....................................................$132/person Cost $132/person Instructor Peter Jadoonath Instructor Peter Jadoonath Register by Friday, Fr June 11 Register bY...................................... Friday, July 23 CLASS # 16333 CLASS # 16337 Saturdays June 19 - July 24 (skip July 3) Saturdays July 31 - August 28 Times .............................................9:00 - 11:30 am Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Cost ....................................................$132/person Cost $132/person Instructor Peter Jadoonath Instructor Peter Jadoonath Register by Friday, June 11 Register by................................... Monday, July 26 Did you know Eagan has 30 priority lakes, half of which make up the City's neighborhood fishing program that provides publicly accessible sport-fish lakes within one-mile of residences. 57 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Adventures in Drawing Basics r . - - & Beyond, 3 Watercolor Adults & Teens 14+ Adults & Teens 14+ Good drawing skills are building block for any artist. Learn techniques that will build Explore the wonder and techniques your confidence and improve your artwork. of watercolor as you create your own Explore shading, perpspective, layout as well as unique artwork. Open to all skill try out different drawing mediums. All skill ~r levels. Supplies will be discussed at levels welcome. Check www.cityofeagan.com/ the first class. Visit the web site for a eaganarthouse for a supply list f complete supply list wwwci ofeagan. com/eaganarthouse. Instructor: Holly Intermediate Landauer. CLASS # 16321 Thursdays June 17-July 22 & Advanced CLASS # 16340 Times 6:30 - 8:30 pm Mon .......June 14 - July 19 (skip July 5) Cost ........................................'.'....$105/person Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Location Eagan Art House 0►1 Painting Cost ......................................$98/person Instructor Eric Menzhuber Location........ Moonshine Park Retreat Register b Thursday, June 10 Adults & Teens 14+ Center This class is for painters who want to Register b Monday, June 7 CLASS # 16322 improve their skills and take their work Thursdays July 29 - Sept 2 (skip Aug 26) to the next level. You'll get lots of CLASS # 16341 Times 6:30 - 8:30 pm individualized attention in this encour- Thur....... June 17 - July 22 (skip July 8) Cost ......................................................$81/person aging class. Topics and techniques Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Location.................................... Eagan Art House will be influenced by student's interest. Cost $98/person Instructor.................................... Eric Menzhuber Bring any unfinished artwork or start Location........ Moonshine Park Retreat Register by ..............................Wednesday, July 14 something new Center Register by ..................Monday, June 14 CLASS # 16360 Wednesdays July 28 - Sept 1 CLASS # 16342 Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Mon.... July 26 - Aug 30 (skip Aug 16) Cost ....................................$115/person Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Location.................... Eagan Art House Cost ....................................$98/person Instructor Eric Menzhuber Location........ Moonshine Park Retreat _ Register by Wed, July 21 Center Register by ...................Monday, July 19 CLASS # 16343 Thur...... July 29 - Sept 2 (skip Aug 19) Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Cost ......................................$98/person Mark your calendar for the Location........ Moonshine Park Retreat Center 16th Annual Eagan Art festival on June 16 & 11! Register by .................Thursday, July 22 See page 8 for details. L 58 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Painting in Acrylics, Pastels & Oils Adults & Teens 14 Choose your painting medium and enjoy this encouraging, self-paced class with individualized' attention. Whether you are a beginning or advancing painter, you'll learn techniques to improve Ad 1, - your artwork. Check the web site for a supply list www.ci , ofeagan.com/eaganarthouse. Supplies for beginning painters will be discussed during the first class session. Instructor, Laurie Toth, is If an award winning artist with a keen eye for color and composition. All classes take place at the Eagan Art House. - CLASS # 16348 NEW! Summer Time CLASS # 16350 NEW! Summer Time Tuesday .......................................June 15 - July 20 Tuesday July 27 - August 31 Painting Times ......................................9:30 am - 12:00 pm Times 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Cost ....................................................$115/person Cost $115/person Flowers in Oils Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 8 Register by Tuesday, July 20 Adults & Teens 14+ CLASS # 16349 CLASS # 16351 Learn to observe live flowers and paint Tuesday .......................................June 15 - July 20 Tuesday.................................. July 27 - August 31 a floral still life. This one day work- Times 6:30 - 9:00 pm Times.............................................. 6:30 - 9:00 pm shop is a great way to try out oil paint- Cost ....................................................$115/person Cost $115/person ing without the investment in supplies. Register by ....................................Tuesday, June 8 Register by Tuesday, July 20 All supplies provided. Beginning and experienced painters welcome. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes if you have them. Bring a bag lunch. Beginning Oil Painting Call the Eagan Art House with ques dons, 651-686-9134. Adults & Teens 14+ CLASS # 16354 Learn to paint in oils in this introductory class. You'll learn about supplies, color mix- Saturday June 5 ing, paint application and design and layout. Supplies will be discussed at the first class. Times ......................10:00 am - 4:00 pm Check the web site for a complete supply list www.cityofeagan.com/eaganarthouse. Cost $73/person CLASS # 16355 - Location Eagan Art House Instructor .....................Eric Menzhuber Wednesdays June 16 - July 21 Register b Friday, May 28 by Y, Y Times ...............................6:30 - 9:00 pm Cost ....................................$115/person CLASS # 16515 Location Eagan Art House Saturday July 24 Instructor .....................Eric Menzhuber Time 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Register by ...............Wednesday, June 9 Cost $73/person Location Eagan Art House Instructor .....................Eric Menzhuber Register by .......................Friday, July 16 Fired us on Faceboak Celebrate Art at the Eagan Art House! Discover Eagan Parks & Recreation on Facebooky www.facebook.com/eaganparksandrecreation See page 9 for more information. 59 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 #"t 1~ Abstract Art Loom Beading Workshop Adults & Teens 14+ Adults & Teens 14+ Learn to weave beautiful, traditional and unique designs with seed beads. This class will give you an overview of abstract art and the artists that have mastered abstrac- Make bracelets, hat bands, and more. A lion. Learn color mixing, how to paint with- perfect class to take with a friend as you out a paintbrush and how to let your medium discover this beautiful art form. Looms dictate your piece. You'll learn how to express and some supplies are provided. Check ■ yourself in a non-traditional fashion. All skill viwwcityofeagan.com/eaganarthouse First Friday levels welcome, but open minds are a must! for a complete supply list. Some supplies provided. See wwwci ofeagan. Open Studio com/eaganarthouse for a complete supply list. CLASS # 16357 Bring a bag lunch. Mondays ...................July 12 -August 2 Adults & Teens 14+ Times ...............................6:30 - 8:30 pm CLASS # 16356 Cost ......................................$98/person Connect with other artists, work on your own artwork and share ideas. Use Saturday June 19 Location Eagan Art House Times ......................................10:00 am - 3:00 pm Instructor Mel Benkert the Eagan Art House studio space to Register b Friday, June 4 spread out and relax. It's the perfect Cost ......................................................$65/person by J monthly retreat for artists in all 2-D Location Eagan Art House mediums. Scrapbookers and crafters Instructor Shelley Shelton welcome, too. Bring your own supplies. Register by Friday, June 11 You'll have access to some Art House tools. No instructor, just the space to work. Pre-registration is encouraged. Walk-ins welcome, but please call us to + let us know you will be here. Call Julie Polymer Clay Beads at the Eagan Art House, 651-686-9134. Adults & Teens 14+ CLASS # 16319 Make unique beads from colorful polymer clay. You'll learn techniques to make fun beads Friday June 4 with interesting patterns that you can use for jewelry or other decorative uses. Beads are Times 9:30 am - 12:30 pm baked in the oven to finish. All supplies provided. Cost $5/person Location Eagan Art House CLASS # 16514 ga by .......................................JuY 10 Register b Monday, May 31 Saturday l Times ...............................1:00 - 3:00 pm Cost ......................................$34/person Location Eagan Art House l' r `z Instructor Dina O'Sullivan t y Register by .....FridaY July 2 Drawing with Dad Spend time learning fun drawing techniques and trying different mediums. Check out page 9 for details! 60 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Eagan 55 plus/Seniors Programs, activities and events are offered for the 55 plus/Seniors at several locations throughout the City of Eagan. In the Lone Oak Room of the Eagan Community Center, a variety of activities and health & wellness programs are offered aimed at keeping adults, 55 plus active, challenged and independent. Whether you are seeking mind stimulating games, new friendships through many social exchanges or classes to improve or maintain strength, balance and energy, there is something for everyone. Other program sites are listed in the Off-Site Health & Wellness section. 55 plus Eagan Senior Program Advisor Become a member of the Not Just Cake Eagan Seniors today! Board (ESPAB) While you don't have to be a member The ESPAB develops, coordinates and spon- and Ice Cream to participate with the Eagan 55 plus/ sors events and activities for 55 plus/Seniors Starting in May, monthly birthday party Seniors, membership definitely has its at the Eagan Community Center. This seven celebrations are going to have a new benefits! From member only events member board partners with the City of Eagan flavor. Each month birthday celebra- such as our annual ice cream social and Parks & Recreation to advocate for program- lions will include a catered lunch. For annual free pizza party to voting on ming that benefits Eagan 55 plus/Seniors. the current member of the Eagan 55 issues that effect 55 plus/Senior pro- plus/Seniors who has a birthday in that gramming, there are numerous reasons Current Activities for 55 plus/Seniors month, the birthday lunch is free. For to join and support the Eagan 55 plus/ everyone else, lunches will cost $8/per- Listed are some of the activities that go on Seniors. Stop in the Lone Oak Room in the Lone Oak Room. The Eagan 55 plus/ son. (You don't have to be a member to in the Eagan Community Center for join the celebration). In May, the birth- Seniors are always looking for new people to a membership form. Your $10 annual day lunch will be on May 12 at 11:00 jom them so check out our newsletter or visit membership fee does a lot to support am, and the menu is Beef Stroganoff wwwci ofeagan.com for more information: the Eagan 55 plus/Seniors, so join & Baked Chicken, accompanied with today! • Art Classes salad, beverages and dessert. In June • Arts & Crafts the menu will be BBQ Beef and Pulled Please Note: Only members will . Book Clubs Pork sandwiches with salad, beverage receive the 55 plus/Senior newsletter . Nordic Walking and dessert. All participants must reg- by mail. • Bingo ister using the class numbers below To • Monthly Potlucks receive their free lunch, birthday people • Birthday Lunches will attach their birthday invitation to • Day Trips their registration form. • Cribbage Tournaments 55 plus Senior Newsletter • Strength/Balance/Yoga Times 11:00 am • Euchre & 500 Card Games To find out more information about programs . Fit for Life Cost $8/person and activities that focus on 55 plus/Seniors, . Elegant Eaganites Location........... ECC Lone Oak Room you may download a copy of the News from . Quilt Group Register by...... One week prior to date the Front Porch publication from the City of • Court Whist Card Games Eagan website www.cityofeagan.com and go • Dominoes CLASS # 16400 .........................May 12 to Parks & Recreation, scroll down to the 55 • Bridge CLASS # 16401 June 9 plus/Seniors and click on News from the Front • Hand & Foot Card Games CLASS # 16417 July 14 Porch. Or you can pick up a copy in person at • Monthly Speakers CLASS # 16418 ....................August 11 the Eagan Municipal Building or at the Eagan • Qigong Community Center. • Defensive Driving Courses • Mahjong 61 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Pops Orchestra Trip and Lunch! 55 plus/Seniors b t ~n. This popular trip has become a tradition for many of our 55 plus/Seniors. The Minneapolis Pops - Orchestra brings the pleasure of live orchestra concerts performed by professional musicians to the Twin Cities community, free of charge. The 45 musicians of the Pops are some of the finest freelance musicians and members of full-time performing groups in the area. The concert takes E Place on the beautiful Nicollet Island Pavilion via a luxury motor coach bus. We will arrive in time for a morning cup of coffee and pastries before the performance. After the concert, we will re- board the bus and stop for a full lunch buffet at De Guidios Restaurant. Motor coach transporta- Historic lion and lunch is included in the cost of this trip. ' rill .7 fr P Eagan Area CLASS # 16414 Monday July 12 Times ........................................9:00 am 1:45 pm Tour & LunchA Cost.......... $30/person (includes bus fare & lunch 55 plus/Seniors > 4 Pick up location ECC, Upper Level Board a coach bus and enjoy a nar- Register by ..................................Monday, June 28 rated tour of local Eagan historical' sites. Stops will include the 1914 Town Hall, Moonshine Park. and Trinity Lights Now Lone Oak Church while the Eagan End of Summer Recruiting Historical Society points out additional Camera, historic places/stories. Participants will Corn Feed also tour three of the restored struc- tures, at the Sibley House including a 55 plus/Seniors Action! It's E-TV fur company cold store from 1843 and Sunshine and fresh corn on the cob... 55 plus/Seniors the 1840 residence of longtime trader- isn't that what summer is all about? turned-hotelier Jean-Baptiste Faribault. Besides MN grown corn on the cob, No previous experience needed! Interested in Then it's on to a local restaurant for we will have grilled natural brats and helping the Eagan 55 plus/Seniors produce a lunch on own. Fee includes coach bus, hotdogs, watermelon and desserts. In TV show under guidance of E-TV staff? Par- snack and admission to Sibley House. addition to the picnic, enjoy a tour and ticipants will learn and put into practice studio tractor ride of the historic Holz Farm. production, field production, non linear edit- CLASS # 16415 Please note that the Community Center ing, special effects and more. The outcome • Thursday June 10 will be closed the last week in August will be to produce a show that will broadcast Times 8:45 am - 1:45 pm so this celebration will take the place on E-TV. All levels of learners are welcome. Cost $22/person of our August potluck and will be held If you are interested in any way, please contact Location ECC Upper Level at Holz Farm. Pre-registration is neces- Loudi Rivamonte at 651-675-5515. Register by ....................Tuesday, June 1 sary so sign up today! CLASS # 16423 # Wednesday September 1 Heart Healthy Living, Times ......................11:00 am -1:00 pm 37 for details! Cost ........................................$6/person see page Location .......................Holz Farm Park 4669 Manor Drive, Eagan "Woo- Register by Monday, August 23 L 62 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Heartland Tours & Travel 55 plus/Seniors - The Eagan 55 plus/Seniors program is partnering with Heartland Tours & Travel and excited to host travel shows to showcase the upcoming trips and tours or develop more customized trips for you every third Wednesday of every month at 11:15 am in the Lone Oak Room of the Eagan Community Center. There will be an exclusive travel show- Defensive Driving case on Wednesday, June 16 at 11:15 am in the Lone Oak Room, learn where Heartland can take you this summer. 55 plus/Seniors Eagan Parks & Recreation will be hosting 55 plus/senior Driver Improvement Courses Niagara falls including Michigan & Mackinac Island & Agawa Canyon from the MN Highway Safety & Research Niagara-on-the-Lake September 8-14 Center. The Driver Improvement course is July 11.17 What could be more magnificent than a canyon open to the public; however, pre-registration is train trip through breathtaking, rugged wilder- requested. A certified instructor teaches driver This tour was so successful in 2009 that ness, rushing rivers, and lakes in spectacular safety, confidence and comfort by utilizing the we have brought it back. If you love his- fall scenery? Top it off with more brilliant most up-to-date research in the field, including tory, romance and natural beauty, the magic scenery as we step back in time on a ferry ride the latest visual scanning and steering tech- of Niagara is for you. Walk in the footsteps to Mackinac Island, almost untouched with niques, anti-lock braking (ABS) skills, airbag of Hiawatha and Ernest Hemingway. Hear the fast pace of the mainland. Kick back, relax information, driver distraction, road rage, traf- the magnificent thundering roar of Niagara and enjoy this fun, scenic and exciting tour. fic laws and new vehicle technology. Fall, (natural wonder of the world) and see Fee includes 7days/7 meals, Gangster Theme Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada, along with the Overnight, Locks Cruise, Horse Drawn Island Please note that all registrations and pay- unbridled beauty of Michigan's Upper Pen- Tour, Hydro Jet SS Badger Lake Michigan ments for the driver improvement claseses insula. Fee includes 7 days/7meals, Gangster Crossing. Double $999/person. Departure & are handled through the MN Highway Safety overnight, Winery Shop, Maid of the Mist Boat Return Location TBA. Contact Art Meier 651- & Research Center. Persons age 55 and older Ride, Lake Michigan Crossing Frankenmuth 777-7170 for more information & registration. who complete the course qualify for a ten per- Jet Boat and more! Passport required. Double cent discount on their auto insurance premi- $1,199/person. Departure & Return Location p ums. First time participants must complete an TBA. Contact Art Meier 651-777-7170 for South Dakota Buffalo Round-up eight hour class. Repeat persons are required more information & registration. September 24-29 to take a 4-hour refresher course. For more information or to register please call Toll Free Each fall the Wild West returns to Custer State 1-888-234-1294. Tall Ships 2010 - Duluth Port Park during the 45" Annual Buffalo Roundup. July 29-31 It's a crisp September morning and the dew 4-Hour Courses glistens on the grasses. A low rumble gets • Monday, June 21 ................8:30 am - 12:30 pm Avast, ye landlubber!' Join Heartland as we louder and louder, and suddenly hundreds of • Monday, August 16 ...........8:30 am - 12:30 pm experience the Tall Ship Regatta coming into bison stamped over a hilltop with cowboy/ Duluth Harbor. Cameras ready as we watch the cowgirl wranglers moving the park's 1500 Eagan Community Center Lone Oak Room sails blow in the breeze and perhaps hear the bison. Fee includes visit to historical Dead- booms of the announcing cannons. Tour the wood, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse 4-Hour Course ships during the festival and visit the camps to Memorial, up close and personal. Cost $649/ • Tuesday, May 11 ..........................5:30- 9:30 pm observe history being reenacted. Fee includes 3 person. Departure & Return Location TBA. Gramercy Park, 1669 Yankee Doodle Road days/3 meals, Historical Tall Ships & Festival, Contact Art Meier 651-777-7170 for more Canal Park Lodging, Historical Ship reenact- information & registration. 8-Hour Courses ments of sailors' duties & life on board. • Mon, May 17 ........................8:30 am - 4:30 pm Double $329/person. Departure & Return • Mon & Tue, June 28-29 ...8:30 am - 12:30 pm Location TBA. Contact Art Meier 651-777- Eagan Community Center, Lone Oak Room 7170 for more information & registration. 63 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Spring Forest Qigong Practice Nordic 55 plus/Seniors This class offers participants an opportunity to practice Spring Forest Qigong under the guidance Walking Club of a certified Qigong instructor, Deanne Droll. Ms. Droll is a Certified Level 2 Master Healer and has worked as a teacher and healer at the Spring Forest Qigong Center since 2005. Additionally, 55 plus/Seniors Ms. Droll also has a private healing practice. Participants must have completed or are currently Nordic Walking Club for 55 plus and attending Spring Forest Qigong Level 1. seniors! Learn proper techniques of Nordic Walking while socializing with CLASS # 16371 CLASS # 16402 other participants. $10 annual fee to Mondays April 26 - June 7 (skip May 31) Mondays .....................................June 21 - July 26 join the club. Benefits include free use Times 7:00 - 8:00 pm Times.............................................. 7:00 - 8:00 pm of equipment at any time, year long Cost ........................................................$6/person Cost $6/person and 6 indoor track walking passes. Club Location ECC Lone Oak Room Location........................... ECC Lone Oak Room meets every Wednesday at 10:30 am. Instructor .........................................Deanne Droll Instructor Deanne Kroll Every first Wednesday of the month at Register by Tuesday, April 20 Register by Tuesday, June 15 10:30 am instruction and demonstration is given which is mandatory before you use the equipment. NEW! Starting in June, Tuesday eve- Spring Forest Qigong Level 2 nings at 5:30 pm. Nordic walking class meets weekly with an instructor and 55 plus/Seniors will include new fitness components. Students must have completed Level 1 in order to attend this class. Level 2 is an in-depth CLASS # 15686 continuation of learning from level one. Participants will gain further knowledge of how energy blockages in certain areas of the body might manifest into specific illnesses. Par- Wednesdays .............................10:30 am ticipants will develop skills to help improve the health of oneself and others and increase Cost $10/person/year energy for health and the reduction of stress. Participants will also learn the techniques of Meet in ECC Lone Oak Room sword fingers and thunder palms to transform and balance those energy blockages to help improve health. These techniques can help cold/flu, blood sugar, blood pressure, chronic pain, etc. Deanne Kroll is a Certified Level 2 Master Healer and has worked as a teacher and healer at the Spring Forest Qigong Center since 2005. Additionally, Ms. Kroll also has Health Insurance Counseling a private healing practice. 55 plus/Seniors CLASS # 15929 The Minnesota Board on Aging offers health _ Fridays .......................April 30 -June 18 insurance counseling services to Medicare Times ...............................1:00 - 3:00 pm beneficiaries of all ages and their caregivers. Cost $18/person+ Counseling is available at no fee at this site. To make an appointment, please call 651-675- Location Eagan Municipal Bldg Eagan Room 5500. For more information contact the Senior D _ s LinkAge Line at 1-800-333-2433. Instructor .........................Deanne Droll ' t Register by Friday, April 23 Dates 4" Tuesday of each month Times ......................................8:30 am - 12:30 pm Location .....................Eagan Community Center Lone Oak Room Did you know During the growing season, the 450 acres of maintained turf in City parks creates enough oxygen to support over 30,000 people and the equivalent of 28,000 tons of cooling effect. 64 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 ill, 4-1 Lone Oak Room Art 55 plus/Seniors ~'l Glass Painting floral Arrangement & Design Paint a beautiful votive candle holder or vase 55 plus/Seniors with simple and elegant designs. Translucent Floral design is the art glass paint turns the item into a unique piece of using plant materials of art. Feel free to bring a clear glass vase and flowers to create a you would like to repurpose. A vase will be pleasing and balanced provided if you do not have one. All supplies composition. Participants Eagan 55 plus/Seniors provided. will learn and experiment Membership 2010 CLASS # 15956 with afew styles of flower arrangement. Styles may ~ Thursday May 20 include; Ikebana an Asian style of floral design Why Should I become a member Times ....................................10:00 am - 12:00 pm and features simplicity and purity of lines and or renew my membership? Cost ........................................................$3/person colors. Or European style which emphasizes Each membership dollar goes to the Instructor ...........................................Cindy Olson color and variety in mass gatherings of mul- Eagan 55 plus/Seniors to support Register by Friday, May 14 tiple flowers. Supplies included. a wide variety of activities that take place in the Lone Oak Room of the CLASS # 16403 Eagan Community Center. From paper, Thursday ....................................................July 15 products, to craft and game supplies, to Time .....................................10:00 am - 12:00 pm room supplies and supporting special Cost ........................................................$6/person events. Membership dollars make a y"T ) Instructor .........................................Deanne Doll great impact. ~ r Register by ..................................Thursday, July 8 What privileges do I receive for d being a member? Garden Art Your member designation entitles you to; vote, be on the Eagan Senior p 55 plus/Seniors Program Advisory Board (ESPAB), Polymer Clay Beads Be inspired by the outdoors as you create a and participate in any member-only Make unique beads from polymer clay that is unique piece of artwork to place in your gar- activities such as the Member Only Ice baked in the oven. You'll learn techniques to den or in your home. A great way to celebrate Cream Social and Pizza Party. In addi- make fun beads with interesting patterns that summer. All supplies provided. lion, the 55 plus/Seniors news publica- you can use for jewelry or other decorative lion, News from the Front Porch, will be uses. All supplies provided. CLASS # 16404 mailed to your home. Thursday August 19 CLASS # 15957 Times ....................................10:00 am - 12:00 pm _ How do I sign up? Thursday .....................................................June 17 Cost $6/person Pick up a membership form in the Times ....................................10:00 am - 12:00 pm Instructor........................ Eagan Art House staff Lone Oak Room and return it with $10 Cost ........................................................$3/person Register by........................... Thursday, August 12 per person to the Eagan Seniors via Instructor .....................................Dina O'Sullivan mail or in person at the Eagan Com- Register b Friday, June 11 munity Center or City Hall. Holz farm Spring festival & Arbor Day Celebration, check out page 5 for details! L 65 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 _ Off-Site Health & Wellness Classes 4 r P V 1j ff. We are pleased to offer off-site classes at the following locations. Anyone 55 plus may attend any of the following programs held at any of the Eagan locations: i O'Leary Manor Community Room, 1220 Town Centre Drive Gramercy Park Cooperative Senior Living, 1669 Yankee Doodle Road • Eagan Art House, 3981 Lexington Avenue y Quarry Park, 3340 Coachman Road • Eagan Civic Arena, 3870 Pilot Knob Road Strength/ Balancelfta Tai Chi 55 plus/Seniors 55 plus/Seniors Strength, Balance & Structural Strength, balance, and yoga exercises Health benefits of Tai Chi include increased Movement flexibility, muscular strength, improved bal- 55 plus/Seniors will be incorporated to increase stabil- ance and enhanced concentration. This class is ity, flexibility, range of motion, and geared towards older adults and welcomes all This class is geared towards older functions of daily living. This class will ability levels. Instructor: Donna Simmons adults and welcomes all ability levels. also allow time for purposeful breath- Strength, balance, and joint activa- ing which is a great way to reduce CLASS # 15941 tion muscle stimulation exercises will stress and promote the mind-body Thursdays April 29 - June 24 be incorporated to increase stability, connection. Times ............................................12:00 - 1:00 pm flexibility, range of motion, and core Cost ........................................................$8/person restructure. Emphasis placed on form CLASS # 15930 Location Eagan Room, City Hall with proper guidance towards move- Fridays .......................April 30 -June 18 Register b Friday, April 16 ment patterning. Class intention is Times ...........................11:00 - 11:45 am to leave you feeling toned, taller, and Cost $8/person CLASS # 15940 functionally fit. Location..... Eagan Community Center Mondays ............May 17 - July 12 (skip May 31) Lone Oak Room Times 1:30 - 2:30 pm CLASS # 15934 Instructor Linda Scheller Wednesdays Cost ........................................................$8/person We ys May 26 July 7 Register by Friday, April 23 Location....................................... Gramercy Park Times 11:00 - 11:45 am Register by ..................................Monday, May 10 Cost........................................ $8/person _ CLASS # 16412 Location O'Leary Manor Fridays ........................June 25 - Sept 10 CLASS # 16410 Instructor Denise King (skip Sept 3) Mondays July 26 - August 30 Register by........................ Wed, May 19 Times ...........................11:00 - 11:45 am Times 1:30 - 2:30 pm Cost ......................................$12/person Cost........................................................ $8/person CLASS # 16407 Location..... Eagan Community Center Wednesdays Se Location Gramercy Park We Ys July 14 - Pt 8 Lone Oak Room Register b Monday, July 19 Times ...........................11:00 - 11:45 am Instructor Linda Scheller Cost...................................... $10/person Register by Friday, June 18 CLASS # 16411 Location........................ O'Leary Manor Thursdays ........July 1 - August 26 (skip July 22) Instructor Denise King Times ............................................12:00 - 1:00 pm Register by.......................... Thur, July 8 Cost ......................................................$10/person Location ECC Boardroom Register by ..............................Thursday, June 24 66 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Off-Site - Health & Wellness Classes continued... Strength, Balance & Structural Movement Jewelry Club 55 plus/Seniors - 55 plus/Seniors Bring your jewelry and beading projects This class is geared towards older adult and welcomes all ability levels. Strength, balance, to the Eagan Art House for a time of and joint activation muscle stimulation exec- creating and friendship. Instructor, _ f cises will be incorporated to increase stability, Kari Wray, will assist with techniques, flexibility, range of motion, and core restruc- tool use and design. Tools and some ture. Emphasis placed on form with proper beads and supplies will be provided. guidance towards movement patterning. Class Please pre-register. Call the Eagan Art intention is to leave you feeling toned, taller, House with questions, 651-686-9134. and functionally fit. Times ...............................1:00 - 3:00 pm ~ OL CLASS # 15936 Cost ........................................$3/person it for Life! Wednesdays May 26 - July 7 Location.................... Eagan Art House Times ...............................................9:00 - 9:45 am Instructor............................... Kari Wray 55 plus/Seniors Cost ........................................................$8/person Exercise is an essential part of an active life- Location Gramercy Park CLASS # 15949 style. Fit for Life classes include light cardio, Instructor ...........................................Denise King Friday May 21 strength and balance training to keep you Register by Friday, May 21 Register by Friday, May 14 strong and agile. The class ends with a short CLASS # 15938 stretching period to help maintain your flexibil- Wednesdays May 26 - July 7 CLASS # 15950 ity. Please wear comfortable clothing and gym Times ...........................................10:00 - 10:45 am Friday June 18 shoes. Instructor: Kate Marsland. Cost ........................................................$8/person Register by..................... Friday, June 11 Location Gramercy Park CLASS # 15942 Instructor ...........................................Denise King CLASS # 15951 Mondays April 26 -June 21 Register by Friday, May 21 Friday July 16 (skip May 31) Register b Friday, July 9 Times ...........................................11:00 - 11:45 am CLASS # 16408 by Cost $8/person Wednesdays ..................................July 14 - Sept 8 CLASS # 15952 Location............................................... ECC Oasis Times ...............................................9:00 - 9:45 am Friday August 20 Register by Monday, April 19 Cost ......................................................$10/person Location Gramercy Park Register by.................Ftiday, August 13 Instructor.. Denise King CLASS # 16405 Register b Friday, l Mondays ...............................June 28 -August 23 Reg y Fr JuY 3 _ Times ...........................................11:00 - 11:45 am CLASS # 16409 Cost ......................................................$10/person Wednesdays ..................................July 14 - Sept 8 Location.................................... ECC South Oaks Times ...........................................10:00 - 10:45 am Register b Monday, June 21 Cost ......................................................$10/person Location Gramercy Park - 41 CLASS # 16406 Instructor ...........................................Denise King Register b Friday, l Mondays ......................................Sept 13 -Nov 1 Reg y Fr JuY 3 Times 11:00 - 11:45 am Cost ......................................................$10/person Mark your calendar for the Eagan Market Pest Location ECC Oasis that begins on Wednesday, June 30 at the Eagan Community Center. Register by ....................................Monday Sept 6 67 LMM ~ 1 -0 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Off-Site - Health & Wellness Classes continued... Watercolor at O'Leary Watercolor at Quarry Park 55 plus/Seniors 55 plus/Seniors Enjoy a weekly creative experience in watercol- Enjoy a weekly creative experience in watercolor. All skill levels are welcome in this relax- or. All skill levels are welcome in this relaxing ing and encouraging environment. Various locations and times are available to accommo- and encouraging environment. Various loca- date your schedule. Register early, as classes fill quickly! Instructor: Amy Rhone. tions and times are available to accommodate your schedule. Register early, as classes fill CLASS # 15946 quickly! Thursdays June 17 - July 22 Times 9:00 11:30 am Mondays.......... June 14 - July 19 (skip July 5) Cost ........................................$8/person - CLASS # 16362..........................9:00 - 11:00 am Location ........................O'Leary Manor _ CLASS # 16363...........................1:00 3:30 pm Register by Friday, June 11Cost $8/person _ Location Quarry Park CLASS # 15947+ Instructor ......................................Holly Landauer Thursdays July 29 - Sept 2 Register by Monday, June 7 (skip Aug 5 & 12) Times 9:00 - 11:30 am Thursday......... June 17 - July 22 (skip July 8) Cost ..........................................$8/prson CLASS # 16364 Location ........................O'Leary Manor Times.............................................. 1:00 - 3:30 pm Register by .................Thursday, July 22 Cost $8/person Location Quarry Park Instructor ......................................Holly Landauer Register by Thursday, June 10 Mondays........ July 26 - Aug 30 (skip Aug 16) South Metro Mark CLASS # 16365 ..........................9:00 - 11:00 am CLASS # 16366 ...........................1:00 - 3:30 pm your calendar! Cost ........................................................$8/person 55 plus/Senior Expo Location Quarry Park Instructor ......................................Holly Landauer • Living and Loving the 55 plus Life in 2010 Register by ...................................Monday, July 19 Our 6" Annual 55 plus/Senior Expo plans to be Thursda ul 29 - Se t 2 ski Aug 19) Expo y.........J Y P ( P g ) bigger and better in 2010 with more businesses ior CLASS # 16367 and organizations available to share their goods and services with you so be sure you mark Times 1:00 3:30 pm Cost ........................................................$8/person October 12 on your calendar for this , ®AY Tuesday, free, fun and informative event! _ Location Quarry Park Instructor ....................................Holly Landauer If you are interested in being an exhibitor at our Expo please contact Parks & Register by .................................Thursday, July 22 Recreation at 651- 675-5500 for more information on registration information. 68 www.cityofeagan.com 651-675-5500 I M R C r- CY - BO / ECC Y. THE , QR ,..orkne Cancillc ffit d L 4 SH x M F _ gH ECR BR EA H CA PEP NV C[7 'rp'J~ C•ifrley Ft-d -u U r-1 =.r< .,.,->d 9~r I:~ 1 '111I1II' - ~s LD G RAF TL 0C H 'iWH TF ~fem... _ IF-k HHF 11,, HF HC Key Park BH BLACKHAWK PARK HHF HISTORIC HOLZ FARM OL O'LEARY PARK 1629 Murphy Parkway 4665 Manor Drive 3501 Lexington Avenue BR BRIDLE RIDGE PARK HF HOLZ FARM PARK PEP PATRICK EAGAN PARK 3990 Elrene Road 4669 Manor Drive 3995 Lexington Avenue BO BUR OAKS PARK LD LEXINGTON-DIFFLEY QP QUARRY PARK 3421 Rolling Hills Drive ATHLETIC FIELDS 3340 Coachman Road CB CASCADE BAY North Entrance, 1104 Diffley Road RAF RAHN ATHLETIC FIELDS 1360 Civic Center Drive East Entrance, 4201 Lexington Avenue 4440 Nichols Road South CD CAPTAIN DODD PARK EAH EAGAN ART HOUSE RP RAHN PARK 4050 Country View Drive 3981 Lexington Avenue 4425 Sandstone Drive CA CARNELIAN PARK ECA EAGAN CIVIC ARENA SH SKY HILL PARK 1800 Carnelian Lane 3870 Pilot Knob Road 3590 Blue Cross Road CP CENTRAL PARK MRC MOONSHINE RETREAT CTR TL THOMAS LAKE PARK Pavilion, 1497 Central Parkway 1317 Jurdy Road 4425 Pilot Knob Road ECC EAGAN COMMUNITY CENTER MF MUELLER FARM PARK THE THRESHER FIELDS 1501 Central Parkway 954 Wescott Road 3200 Bonccert Lane GO GEORGE OHMANN PARK NV NORTHVIEW ATHLETIC FLDS TF TRAPP FARM PARK 4730 Pebble Beach Way East - 980 Northview Park Road 841 Wilderness Run Road GH GOAT HILL PARK West - 1045 Northview Drive WH WALNUT HILL PARK 4391 Lexington Avenue OC OAK CHASE PARK 999 Wilderness Run Road HC HIDDEN CORNER PARK 4400 Oak Chase Road 525 White Pine Way 69 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 Program Registration Our department is committed to excellence. Your input in the form of suggestions or comments is valued and welcomed. It is our intent to provide services that meetyour expectations. If you are not completely satisfied writh any of our services, please let us know. Fe will listen and attempt to rectify any concerns you may have. Registration Registration Deadlines Program Cancellations/Changes Registration for each session opens when the Registration deadlines are established for each Eagan Parks & Recreation reserves the right brochure is distributed to the public, unless program to help provide a positive experience to cancel, postpone or combine programs otherwise noted. Please fill out the registea- for recreation program participants by ensur- and change instructors. Registration fees for lion form completely. Payment can be made ing appropriate staffing, supplies and facilities programs cancelled by Parks & Recreation will by cash, check (payable to the City of Eagan), to meet the registration needs. Please refer to be fully refunded. All participants in cancelled Visa, MasterCard or Discover. program descriptions for each program's regis- programs will be notified by Parks & Rec- tration deadline. reation staff. Programs may be cancelled by Please call Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651- Eagan Parks & Recreation if enrollment is not 675-5500, TTY 651-454-8535 if you have any sufficient to provide an appropriate program questions. Walt Lists experience to participants or if enrollment fees are not enough to cover program expenses. 1. eConnect On-line Due to facility space and staff limitations, Once a program is cancelled, every attempt • Call Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500 many classes have registration limits. When will be made to give at least 48 hours notice _ to obtain your Login ID and PIN classes have reached their maximum registra- to participants and a full refund/credit will be numbers. These numbers will enable you lion, a wait list will be started. provided. If it is a Monday program, notifica- to register on-line at any time. lion will be made no later than 4:30 pm on _ Access eConnect On-line Registration You will remain on the wait list until the class Thursday. . • Once you have identified the class you begins. If an opening becomes available due wish to register for, add the class to your to a cancellation, it will be offered to the first/ shopping basket and provide the next person on the wait list until the opening . , appropriate credit card information to is filled. Confirmations complete your transaction. Letters of confirmation are not sent You can Every effort will be made to create additional assume that you are in the class you registered 2. Mail your registration form & payment to: class sections, and you will be contacted if for unless you receive a call to the contrary. City of Eagan your registration is able to be accommodated. Parks & Recreation Once the class begins, if we have been unable 3830 Pilot Knob Road to accommodate you, we will return the fee(s) Transfers Eagan, MN 55122 Pad' Tranfers will be made on a space available 3. You may choose to deposit your registea- basis generally only before the registration lion in the Drop Box located on the south Refunds deadline. circular driveway near the Municipal Center If a participant cancels a registration before the main entrance. registration deadline, the registration fee minus Age Guidelines for Programs a $5 processing fee will be refunded. Refunds 4. Registrations may also be delivered in- Participants must be the age stated in the will only be made due to prolonged illness or person to the Parks & Recreation office. family emergencies after the registration dead program description on the day the program Office hours are: Monday through Friday, line minus a $5 processing fee. begins. 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. 5. Registrations may be phoned in to Parks & Recreation at 651-675-5500. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Sign up to automatically receive e-mail updates at www.cityofeagan.com and search subscriptions! 70 www.cityofeagan.com • 651-675-5500 kholarship ffime Payments A scholarship fund is available for participants Recreation Hotline under age 18 to provide financial assistance for 651-675-5511 Eagan residents to participate in Eagan Parks & Recreation sponsored programs. The schol- The Recreation Hotline is available 24 hours a day. The following menu of topics has arship covers 50% of the program fees with been set up so that residents can quickly hear specific information: a maximum of $200 per year per participant. A scholarship form must be completed at the #1 Today's Activities time of registration and submitted to Eagan Current day's scheduled activities, including adult sports, outdoor ice rinks & tubing Parks & Recreation, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. hill, programs, special events & trip bus schedule. #2 Upcoming Activities In addition, time payments are also available to Information about activities that will happen in two or three weeks. pay for any youth programs offered by Eagan Parks & Recreation. A staff member will work #3 Cascade Bay with you to set-up a payment schedule that fits Information on today's activities, upcoming events, daily fees, Captain's Course, your needs. For additional information, please directions, season pass and birthday & group reservations. contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 651-675- 5500. #4 Civic Arena Information on public skating, adult open hockey, directions, skate school, upcoming events, and adult leagues. Equal Access Policy #5 Community Center The City of Eagan is committed to provid- Information on fitness memberships and classes, birthday parties, group ing equal access to its programs, facilities and reservations, rental spaces and holiday hours & directions. employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin or disability. #6 Registration Information Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities Current status of recreation program registration and quarterly brochure delivery. wishing to attend or participate in the City of Eagan recreation programs are available #7 Shelter Building and Facility Reservation Information upon request at least 96 hours in advance of Information on how to reserve a facility. the event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to #8 Youth Athletic Association Information provide reasonable accommodations. Photo/Video Release City Use of Images Data Privacy Act It is recommended that a release be obtained In accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the Parks & Recre- when photographing or videotaping a minor ation Department hereby informs you that the personal information we are requesting (under 18). Parent or guardian signatures are of you and/or your child or guardian on our registration form is now considered pri- required; signatures of minors are not suf- vate. Private data is available to you and to City staff who need to have this informa- ficient. When images are published, the City lion to perform their duties, but not to the public. While you may choose to withhold will take cautionary steps to provide minimum this data, the consequences could be that the City's staff may not be able to complete identifying information and will not use a spe- your registration and/or the participant may not receive updated program information, cific street or mailing address, e-mail addresses such as schedule changes. or phone numbers. While signed release forms are generally not needed when photographing Eagan Parks & Recreation periodically takes pictures of participants in our classes, Bur- in public places, such as parks, this extra step ing special events and in the parks. Please be aware that these photos may be used in is being taken because the images taken are the City's brochures, pamphlets, or cable presentations. If you or your family members intended for use in City publications and com- do not want to be photographed or published you must give us written notice. munications. 71. 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Under the guidance Bruce Goff Superintendent of Operations of the City Council, Advisory Parks Laurie Halverson Commission and dedicated staff, Duane Hansen Paul Olson Eagan's park system has become a Michael Palmer Superintendent of Parks benchmark for excellence for other communities. The Eagan Advisory Parks Sonya Rippe Commission is an eight member Recreation Facility Manager citizen's commission appointed by the City Council. The Commission Paula m ak reviews all residential development Recreation Program Manager proposals for park dedication, trail City Holly Champlin dedication, forestry and water qual- o • Recreation Supervisor ity/wetlands requirements, reviews Municipal Center recreational programs and activities Loudi Rivamonte 3830 Pilot Knob Road and determines long-range plan- Recreation Supervisor ning objectives for park acquisition Eagan, and development. The Commission Julie Andersen meets monthly the Monday prior to Recreation Supervisor Parks & Recreation: the second City Council meeting, at 651-675-5500 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers. Kerry Phillips If you have an item that should Recreation Supervisor 651-454-8535 (TTY) appear before the Commission, you may contact Parks & Recreation at Steve Taylor 651-675-5500 to coordinate. Parks Maintenance Supervisor • Paul Graham Parks Operations Supervisor Gregg Hove Forestry Supervisor This official city publication is Mark Vaughan distributed four times a year as a Mayor Campus Facilities Manager public service by the Eagan City Mike Maguire (Civic Arena & Cascade Bay) Council and is prepared under the direction of the Director of Parks Council Members & Recreation. Paul Bakken Your comments and suggestions Cyndee Fields ,r* are important and can be shared in Gary Hansen person or by calling 651-675-5500 or Meg Tilley TTY 651-454-8535 for the hearing impaired. City of n P. PRSRT STD U.S. Postage City 0 f La11 ~n PAID St. Paul, MN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Permit No. Eagan, Minnesota 55122 4902 ECRWSS Residential Postal Customer Discover Keep the Progress Going: Discover the Vaiue in Eagan 41 III Enjoy these 2010 low cost & free" ' X Eagan Activities! Pounds • EA.N.tastic Saturdays, 5-9 pm . 1 food • Preschool Open Gym, Mon-Fn 1-ter +F a` LA 9:30-11:30 am • neighborhoods to churches • Holz Farm Spring Festival and individuals to businesses, the & Arbor Day Celebration, May 16 The Legend Eagan community has embraced the I • Youth Free Fishing Clinics, of Cascade Bay to you, we have already reached our Thurs. 5/13, 7/15, 8/12, 9/16 initial goal of 150,000 pounds, but • LakeFest 2010, June 12 A long time ago, but not so very long, the there is still work to do. The goal • Puppet Wagon, M-F, 6/14 - 8/20, sailing ship Cascade set out to adventure • been raised to 300,000 pounds various locations on a great inland sea. Her crew came from food, raised 150,000 man ports and laces but all shared a love places, Eagan Art Festival, June 26-27 y pounds for our first I years, and we are striving to raise another 150,000 • Market Fest, Weds, June 30 - Sept 15 for water, an excitement for discovery, and for our next 150 years! • Celebrate Art at the Eagan Art House a sense of fun. But one day the winds that August 29 filled the good ship's sails turned savage and To learn more about the 150' food fierce. As they struggled the crew wished as drive and • you can participate, • Ongoing Activities hard as they could to be delivered safely from to www.eaganl50.com. donations The Blast after 5:00 pm discount the storm. Their wishes came true and the are going to • Cascade Bay after 5:00 pm discount Legend of Cascade Bay continues Eagan Resource the Center and 360 Communities (for- • 55 plus/Seniors, Lone Oak Room Council), who • 800 • Parks, Trails, Playgrounds, Disc Follow Captain C. Breeze on Facebook at Eagan families every year. If you Golf, Skate & Bike Parks www.facebook.com/CascadeBa~ to find out have any • about food • Fishing, Canoeing & Nature what's in store for visitors to Cascade Bay drive, • • • like to have a I Appreciation this summer and get ready to discover all the food collection box, Dianne I ~ contact exciting new adventures just waiting for you! For more information visit dmillergcityofeagan.com. www.DiscoverTheValuelnEagan.com