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Activities Directory
                   Edina Parks & Recreation

 Registration
 begins noon
   Feb. 16!
  EdinaParks.com

                    2022 SPRING/SUMMER
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    YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS............8

    ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS.......................20

    ART PROGRAMS..................................22

    FAMILY EVENTS..................................26

    ADULT ACTIVITIES & SPORTS............32

    BRAEMAR ARENA & FIELD................36

    BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE & DOME....40

     Look for this icon next to preschool classes.

    PHOTOGRAPHS BY Dan Carpenter, Scott
    Denfeld, Glenn Gray, Katie Laux, Dan Reisig,
    Debbie Townsend, Peter Wong, Suzanne M.
    Wortham-Ressemann

    ON THE COVER
    The Lil' Lagoon at the Edina Aquatic Center
    features a pirate-themed play structure. The
    water playground provides a refreshing way
    to cool off and a space for adults to stay close
    and interact with their younger children.

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Have fun outside at a Playground
Program! (See page 8)

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Edinborough Park is a great place for fun and
exercise for the young and young at heart. The
indoor facility is open year-round. (See page 31)
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How To Register for Activities
                                             Visit EdinaParks.com
                                       Click on “Register for Activities”

             Noon Wednesday, Feb. 16: Registration opens for Edina residents.
                Senior Center members may register for specific offerings.
                  Noon Wednesday, Feb. 23: Registration opens for everyone.

WAYS TO FIND ACTIVITIES,                                         • Add all family members so you can use one account to
                                                                   manage everyone.
CLASSES OR PROGRAMS                                              • To enable receiving text alerts of important notifications,
 • Browse the online catalog tabs by category.                     such as class cancellations, indicate your mobile carrier
                                                                   next to your cellphone number.
 • Use the left menu to search by location or day of the week.
                                                                 • To receive important notifications, such as new events
 • Use the keyword filter field to search for a specific class     or added sessions, please opt-in to receive all three
   name.                                                           communication types via email (courtesy notifications,
 • Click an activity name to see more details.                     critical announcements and upcoming events).

REGISTERING                                                      CONNECT CARD HOLDERS
 • Find your activity and the time/day/session you want.         • Your annual credit can be added to your account so you
 • Select the correct account member (on the right side of         can register on your own.
   screen) before adding the activity to your cart.              • If it hasn’t been credited or you need assistance, call Edina
 • Once you’ve added an activity, you can check out or add         Parks & Recreation at 952-826-0435.
   another item.
 • Items will stay in cart for just 10 minutes.
 • At checkout, you will be asked a series of prompts or         CANCELLATIONS/HOLIDAYS/
   waivers that you need to check to finish your transaction.    REFUNDS

                                                                 • Keep your account email up to date to receive notices of
CREATING AN ACCOUNT                                                class changes, new requirements or cancellations.
If you haven’t registered for an Edina Parks & Recreation        • Most programs will not be held Memorial Day or July 4;
activity since August 2021, you’ll need to create a free           check with instructor.
account in our system.                                           • Classes will follow current health and safety guidelines.
                                                                 • Refund requests must be made at least five business days
 • Go to EdinaParks.com and click “Register for Activities.”
                                                                   prior to the start of a class or program and are assessed a
 • Select “Log In/Create Account” in the upper left. On            $5 administrative fee.
   mobile, select “Account” in the upper right corner and
                                                                 • At the discretion of the Parks & Recreation Director, partial
   click “Sign Up.”
                                                                   credit will be considered if cancellation is due to injury or
 • Fill out the required information.                              serious illness.

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Inclusion and Scholarships
              The City of Edina strives to provide activities, classes and events for everyone.

         Adaptive Recreation                                                  Scholarships
         The Adaptive Recreation and Learning Exchange (AR&LE)                Connect Card Program
         offers programs and activities specifically designed to meet         This program helps ensure all Edina residents, regardless of
         the diverse needs of people with disabilities. Visit arlemn.org to   age, and those who attend school in Edina have opportunities
         find out more information on classes and events.                     to participate in activities and classes for education and fun.
         Some classes may be held online.                                     The Connect Card pays for free access or reduced-price
                                                                              programs, including:
         Inclusion                                                             • Art classes
         Edina Parks & Recreation offers inclusion services for                • Golf lessons
         programs and events. If you would like inclusion support,             • Passes to Edinborough Park or the Edina Aquatic Center
         please call Recreation Supervisor Amanda Clarke at                    • Playground programs
         952‑826‑0433 or email aclarke@EdinaMN.gov at least four               • Special events
         weeks before a program starts.                                        • Sports camps
                                                                              Apply by:
                                                                               • Visiting EdinaCommunityFoundation.org. Apply online or print
                                                                                 the application and mail it.
                                                                               • Call 952-300-2378 for an application, available in English,
                                                                                 Somali or Spanish.
                                                                              Edina Give and Go Program
                                                                              This program provides scholarship grants so students from
                                                                              Edina Public Schools can participate in academic, arts and
                                                                              sports opportunities.
                                                                              Apply by:
                                                                               • Visiting Edinagiveandgo.org
                                                                               • Online application form available in multiple languages.

    Centennial Lakes Park

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Visit Edina's Places
        to Play and Learn:

                    ARENA

            BRAE MAR
                GOL F COUR S E

Edinborough Park
C   I   T   Y       O   F   E   D   I   N   A

    And 44 More Parks
         in Edina!

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YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS

    PLAYGROUND                                 JULY AND AUGUST SESSIONS
                                               $40
                                                                                             Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-29
                                                                                             Todd Park
    PROGRAMS                                   Mondays and Wednesdays July 11-Aug.3          Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-30
                                               Countryside Park                              Pamela Park
                                               Pamela Park
          FAB 4 & 5                            Tuesdays and Thursdays July 12-Aug.4          JULY AND AUGUST SESSIONS
          Ages 4-5                                                                           $40
                                               Arden Park
    The essential pre-playground program       Countryside Park                              Mondays and Wednesdays July 11-Aug. 3
    for 4- and 5-year-olds! Each week                                                        Todd Park
    features a new adventure of themed         Playground Program                            Tuesdays and Thursdays July 12-Aug. 4
    crafts, stories, games and other age-      Ages 6-10                                     Pamela Park
    appropriate activities. Space is limited   Enjoy supervised outdoor activities
    and registration is required.                                                            Afternoon Sessions
                                               aimed at keeping kids physically active
                                                                                             1-4 p.m.
    9-11:30 a.m.                               and creative. There will be weekly visits
                                               from the Craft & Activity Specialist. To be   JUNE SESSION
    JUNE SESSIONS                              eligible, children must have completed        $30
    $30
                                               kindergarten. Space is limited and            Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-29
    Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-29          registration is required.                     Countryside Park
    Countryside Park                                                                         Normandale Park
    Pamela Park                                Morning Sessions
                                               8:30-11:30 a.m.                               Pamela Park
    Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-30                                                        Todd Park
    Arden Park 		                              JUNE SESSIONS                                 Walnut Ridge Park
    Countryside Park                           $30                                           Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-30
                                                                                             Arden Park
                                                                                             Cornelia School Park
                                                                                             Normandale Park
                                                                                             Todd Park

                                                                                             JULY AND AUGUST SESSIONS
                                                                                             $40
                                                                                             Mondays and Wednesdays July 11-Aug. 3
                                                                                             Todd Park
                                                                                             Countryside Park
                                                                                             Normandale Park
                                                                                             Pamela Park
                                                                                             Walnut Ridge Park
                                                                                             Tuesdays and Thursdays July 12-Aug. 4
                                                                                             Arden Park
                                                                                             Cornelia School Park
                                                                                             Normandale Park
                                                                                             Todd Park

                                                                                             Playground Program
                                                                                             Volunteers
                                                                                             Ages 14-15
                                                                                             Gain valuable skills and have fun this
                                                                                             summer! Participants must fill out an
                                                                                             application at EdinaMN.gov/Volunteer
                                                                                             and go through an interview prior to
                                                                                             volunteering. Applications are due May 1.
                                                                                             Times and locations vary.

                                                                                             Highlands Explorers
                                                                                             Ages 5-9
                                                                                             Explorers will participate in traditional
                                                                                             playground games, activities and weekly
                                                                                             crafts in addition to special visits from

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YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS
Three Rivers Park District, Woodlake
Nature Center and Richardson Nature
                                            All sessions will go on the same field
                                            trips. Information will be sent before the
                                                                                          FRIDAY FUN DAYS
Center.                                     program starts.
Highlands Park                              1-4 p.m.                                      Minneapolis Bike Tour
$95/session                                 $175/session                                  Grades 3-6
                                            Mondays and Wednesdays June 13- Aug. 3        The bike tour will begin and end at Arden
MORNING SESSIONS
                                            Cornelia School Park 		                       Park. Participants should be proficient
8:45-11:45 a.m.
                                                                                          with bike-riding skills. Parents will need
Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-Aug. 3       Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-Aug. 4
                                            Cornelia School Park
                                                                                          to provide a working bicycle, helmet and
Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-Aug. 4
                                                                                          bagged lunch. Registration is required.
AFTERNOON SESSIONS
                                            Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-Aug. 4
                                            Lewis Park                                    Friday, June 17
1-4 p.m.                                                                                  8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-Aug. 3                                                     Arden Park
Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-Aug. 4                                                     $40
                                            SAFETY CAMP
Playground Pros                                                                           Kayak, Fish and Beach Play
Ages 9-12                                                                                 Grades 3-6
                                            Safety Camp
Enjoy playground games and activities       Grade 4                                       Participants will have the opportunity
designed just for older kids. Space is                                                    to fish, kayak and play on the beach
                                            Don’t miss out on Edina’s Safety Camp,
limited and registration is required.                                                     at Cedar Lake Beach in Minneapolis.
                                            only for youth entering fourth grade.
1-4 p.m.                                                                                  Parents will need to provide lunch and
                                            Discover that safety is fun through
                                                                                          a swimsuit. Drop off and pick up at
                                            interactive sessions!
JUNE SESSIONS                                                                             Pamela Park.
$30/session                                 Tuesday, Aug. 9
                                                                                          Friday, July 22
                                            8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-29                                                         9 a.m.-2 p.m.
                                            South Metro Public Safety Training Facility
Arden Park 		                                                                             Pamela Park
                                            $40
Tuesdays and Thursdays June 14-30                                                         $40
Countryside Park
Pamela Park

JULY AND AUGUST SESSIONS
$40
Mondays and Wednesdays July 11-Aug. 3
Arden Park
Tuesdays and Thursdays July 12-Aug. 4
Countryside Park
Pamela Park

Playground Pros 2.0
Ages 10-13
This program offers a mix between
Playground Pros and Travelin’ Teens.
Participants will play their favorite
playground games on Mondays. On
Wednesdays, they will go on field trips
to Edina Parks & Recreation facilities
such as Edina Aquatic Center, Centennial
Lakes Park, Braemar Arena and
Braemar Field. Trip information is sent
before the program starts.
Mondays and Wednesdays June 13-Aug. 3
1-4 p.m.
Lewis Park
$135

Travelin’ Teens
Ages 11-14
Travelin’ Teens offers a variety of field
trips to keep teens active this summer.
Teens will participate in activities
such as swimming, climbing, mini-
golf, outdoor adventures and more!                Safety Camp

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YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS

                                                                                                                         Fishing Clinic at
                                                                                                                         Centennial Lakes Park

                              YOUTH                                          weather with closed-toed shoes and long
                                                                             pants, as most of the class will be spent
                                                                                                                         Fridays March 4-April 1
                                                                                                                         Fridays April 8-May 6
                                                                             outdoors and off-trail!                     9:30-10:15 a.m.
                              Fishing Clinic                                 Fridays June 17 and 24                      $60/session
                              Ages 6-11                                                                                  Edinborough Park Amphitheater
                                                                             9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
                                                                             Arden Park
                              Learn about water and fishing safety,
                                                                             $65                                               Music Together
                              how to bait a hook and how to catch and                                                          Ages Infant-6
                              release fish during this interactive clinic.   NEW
                              Participants will use their skills to catch                                                Music Together is a program for infants,
                                                                             Nature Art & Science                        toddlers and preschoolers designed
                              sunfish, bass and bullheads in the ponds
                              at Centennial Lakes Park.
                                                                             Camp                                        to teach the way young children learn
                                                                             Ages 6-10                                   through play. Each class is designed to
                              Monday                                                                                     be an active, engaging music experience.
                                                                             Activities consist of nature sculptures,
                              June 13 / July 11 / Aug. 1                                                                 The class environment will be full of
                                                                             paint and dye color science, fiber
                              9-10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.-noon
                                                                             weaving, animal footprints and more.        opportunities for experimentation
                              Centennial Lakes Park
                                                                             This class is a mixture of indoor and       and play, helping your child grow into a
                              $15/session
                                                                             outdoor activities, so make sure kids       confident, lifelong music-maker.
                                                                             dress for the weather and wear closed-      9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:15 a.m.
                                                                             toed shoes. Kids will be able to take
                              NATURE                                         home most of their creations.
                                                                                                                         $189/child (additional children $104/each)

                                                                                                                         SPRING SESSION
                                                                             Fridays July 22 and 29
                              NEW                                            9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.                           Pamela Park
                                    Little Nature Explorers                  Walnut Ridge Park                           Tuesdays March 29-May 31
                                    Games                                    $65                                         Wednesdays March 30-June 1
                              Ages 4-6                                                                                   Thursdays March 31-June 2
                              Join us for trail games, hikes and
                              exploration activities. Make sure you          MUSIC                                       Edina Senior Center
                                                                                                                         Saturdays March 26-May 28
                              and your kids come dressed for the
                                                                                                                         4-4:45 p.m. or 5-5:45 p.m.
                              weather and ready to play all day!             NEW                                         Sundays March 27-June 5
                              Thursday, June 2                                     Friday Beats and                      (No class on April 17)
                              10 a.m.-noon                                         Treats
                              Arden Park                                     Ages 1-5 years                              SUMMER SESSION
                              $23
                                                                             Music will be the centerpiece of this       Utley Park
                              NEW                                            new program, with treats adding to          Mondays June 20-Aug. 8
                              Outdoor Survival Day                           the fun! Engage with your child as you      Tuesdays June 21-Aug. 9
                              Camp                                           both explore a variety of percussion        Wednesdays June 22-Aug. 10
                              Ages 6-10                                      instruments and musical styles in this      Thursdays June 23-Aug. 11
                              In this fun, interactive class, you will       exciting hands-on class. Discounted         Fridays June 24-Aug. 12
                              learn survival skills through fun games        PlayPark fee ($4) for all participants to
                              and activities. Make sure to dress for the     come early for some playtime or to stay
                                                                             and play afterwards.
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NEW                                          are ready to be independent, without a     Wednesdays March 9-April 13

                                                                                                                                        YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS
      Amazing Tots                           parent.                                    (No class March 23)
      Ages 1.5-2.5                                                                      Wednesdays April 20-May 18
                                             5:50-6:35 p.m.
Amazing Tots is a guided, discovery-                                                    Wednesdays June 8-July 6
                                             Edina Senior Center
based program that helps kids engage                                                    Wednesdays July 20-Aug. 17
                                             Tuesdays March 29-May 24 $90
in structured physical activities tailored
specifically to toddlers. Classes are        Tuesdays June 14-Aug. 2        $70         Go Gymnastics: Littles
                                             (No class July 5)                          Ages 5-7
designed to meet the attention span and
physical needs of each individual child.     Thursdays March 31-May 26 $90              Explore gymnastics in a fun, safe
                                             Thursdays June 16-Aug. 4                   atmosphere. We will work on balancing,
Monday-Thursday                                                             $70
$73/session                                  (No class July 7)                          jumping, rolling, cartwheels, handstands
9-9:30 a.m.                                                                             and skills on the bars. Skill progression
9:45-10:15 a.m.                              Princess Dance                             depends on abilities and desire to learn
                                             Ages 5-7                                   more.
June 13-16           Todd Park
July 18-21           Pamela Park             Platinum Dance Center instructors will     6:15-7 p.m.
Aug. 8-11            Braemar Field           lead children in dance movement while      Edina Senior Center
                                             incorporating favorite princess themes.    $72/session
NEW                                                                                     Wednesdays March 9-April 13
      Amazing Athletes                       6:45-7:30 p.m.
                                                                                        (No class March 23)
      Ages 2.5-6                             Edina Senior Center
                                                                                        Wednesdays April 20-May 18
Amazing Athletes encourages athletes         Tuesdays March 29-May 24 $90               Wednesdays June 8-July 6
to explore and develop a variety of skills   Tuesdays June 14-Aug. 2        $70         Wednesdays July 20-Aug. 17
through the introduction of different        (No class July 5)
sports. Coaches break down each sport        Thursdays March 31-May 26 $90
into simple steps based on each child’s
                                             Thursdays June 16-Aug. 4       $70
                                                                                        KARATE
age and ability.
                                             (No class July 7)
Monday-Thursday
10:30-11:15 a.m.
                                                                                        Intro to Karate
                                                                                        Ages 6-11
$73/session
                                             GO GYMNASTICS                              Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studio
June 13-16           Todd Park
July 18-21           Pamela Park                                                        instructors focus on empowering
Aug. 8-11            Braemar Field                 Go Gymnastics: Tinies                participants physically and mentally in
                                                   Ages 18 months-3 years               this friendly introduction to the world of
                                                                                        martial arts.
                                             Kids with their adults explore
DANCE                                        gymnastics in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.   Tuesdays June 7-28
                                                                                        5-6 p.m.
                                             Work on balancing, jumping, rolling and
                                             hanging from the bars. Class meets once    Pamela Park Shelter
      Mini Movers I                          a week for five weeks.
                                                                                        $60
      Ages 2-3
                                             4:30-5 p.m.
Platinum Dance Center instructors
will introduce children to basic dance
                                             Edina Senior Center
                                             $65/session
                                                                                        YOUTH ASSOCIATION
movement. This class is for dancers who
                                             Wednesdays March 9-April 13                CAMPS
are ready to be independent, without a
                                             (No class March 23)
parent.
                                             Wednesdays April 27-May 25                 Edina Girls Fastpitch
5-5:45 p.m.                                  Wednesdays June 8-July 6
Edina Senior Center
                                                                                        Association Softball Camp
                                             Wednesdays July 20-Aug. 17
                                                                                        Ages 6-14
Tuesdays March 29-May 24 $90
                                                   Go Gymnastics: Minis                 Join the Edina Girls Fastpitch
Tuesdays June 14-Aug. 2       $70                  Ages 3-5                             Association for a three-day softball camp
(No class July 5)                                                                       that will teach skill development and
                                             Explore gymnastics in a fun, safe
Thursdays March 31-May 26 $90                                                           fundamentals of the game. Skills will be
                                             atmosphere. We will work on balancing,
Thursdays June 16-Aug. 4      $70
                                                                                        applicable for fastpitch and slow-pitch
                                             jumping, rolling, cartwheels, handstands
(No class July 7)                                                                       softball. Skill levels vary from beginner
                                             and skills on the bars. We will also
                                                                                        to intermediate.
                                             practice taking turns and following
      Mini Movers II                         instructions.                              Monday-Wednesday June 6-8
      Ages 3-4                                                                          2-4 pm
                                             5:15-6 p.m.                                Pamela Park softball fields
Platinum Dance Center instructors            Edina Senior Center                        $75
will introduce children to basic dance       $72/session
movement. This class is for dancers who
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                                           NORMANDALE PRESCHOOL & BLESSING PLACE
                                                        Together serving children, Toddler to Kindergarten

                                                                                 Classes for Children age 33 months to 5
                                                                                                   years
                                                                                Core Classes from One to Five days a week, 9:00– 12:00
                                                                                   Lunch & Extended Care Available 12:00-3:00 pm
                                                                                      Full Year Enrichment Opportunities!
                                                                                  French Fun French Immersion Class For 3’s and 4’s & 5’s
                                                                                       Orff Music and Movement Class For 4’s & 5’s
                                                                              STEM Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Class For 4’s & 5’s

                                                                                Classes for Children age 18 to 33 months
                                                                                          Two and Three morning a week options
                                                                                    Small Class Sizes & One Teacher to Six Student Ratio
                                                                                       Integrated Music, Art, and Movement Classes

                              To Schedule a Tour Contact: JoAnne Gustafson • 952-977-9371 • joanne@normluth.org
                                          Register for Preschool Classes at www.normandalepreschool.org
                                               Register for Toddler Classes at www.blessingplace.org
                               Christian Faith & Values • Dedicated College Educated Professionals • Kindergarten Readiness Classes

                                                             Taproom & Kitchen
                                                              7421 Bush Lake Road
                                                                Edina, MN 55439
                                                             woodenhillbrewing.com

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Edina Football Association                     Mondays & Wednesdays June 6-22                   NEW
– Flag Football Camp                           9-9:45 a.m.                                      TGA Tennis Lessons
                                               9:45-10:30 a.m.
Ages 6-12                                                                                       TGA instructors develop tennis skills and
Coach Potts and varsity football players       Tuesdays & Thursdays June 7-23                   knowledge through ground stroke, volley,
                                               9-9:45 a.m.                                      serve and rally games and activities in
introduce young players to the fun and
                                               9:45-10:30 a.m.                                  this kid-friendly, fun-focused class. All
fundamentals of flag football through
games and fun competitions.                    Mondays & Wednesdays June 27-July 20             skill levels are welcome to join!
                                               (No class the week of July 4)                    $116/session
Mondays & Wednesdays June 6-July 13            9-9:45 a.m.
(No program the week of July 4)                9:45-10:30 a.m.                                  AGES 5-7
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Pamela Park turf field                         Tuesdays & Thursdays June 28-July 21             Thursdays April 21-May 26
$80                                            (No class the week of July 4)                    5:30-6:30 p.m.
                                               9-9:45 a.m.                                      Lewis Park
Functional Athletic Speed                      9:45-10:30 a.m.                                  Saturdays, April 23-June 4
Training (FAST)                                AGES 7-10
                                                                                                (No program May 28)
Ages 11-18                                                                                      9-10 a.m.
                                               Continue to develop confidence on court
                                                                                                Countryside Park
Improve athletic skill and performance         while learning the basics of tennis, including
with this high-intensity workout. Training     ground strokes, volleys and serving.             AGES 8-12
techniques focus on developing speed,          Participants should bring their own racket       Thursdays April 21-May 26
agility and conditioning to improve            to class. No prior tennis experience is          6:30-7:30 p.m.
                                               necessary to attend.                             Lewis Park
overall athletic skill.
                                               Mondays & Wednesdays June 6-22                   Saturdays April 23-June 4
Mondays & Wednesdays June 6-July 13
                                               10:30-11:15 a.m.                                 (No program May 28)
(No program the week of July 4)
$185                                           Tuesdays & Thursdays June 7-23                   10-11 a.m.
Pamela Park turf fields                        10:30-11:15 a.m.                                 Countryside Park
                                               6-6:45 p.m.
GIRLS                                                                                           NEW
Ages 11-18            9:30-10:30 a.m.          Mondays & Wednesdays June 27-July 20
                                               (No class the week of July 4)
                                                                                                TGA Tennis Camp
                                                                                                Ages 7-12
BOYS                                           10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 11-13            10:30-11:30 a.m.                                                          TGA instructors develop tennis skills and
                                               Tuesdays & Thursdays June 28-July 21
                                               (No class the week of July 4)
                                                                                                knowledge through ground stroke, volley,
                                               10:30-11:15 a.m.                                 serve and rally games and activities in
TENNIS                                         6-6:45 p.m.                                      this kid-friendly, fun-focused class. All
                                                                                                skill levels are welcome to join!
                                                                                                Monday-Thursday
Private Tennis Lessons                         AGES 10-13
                                                                                                9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5+                                        Lessons focus on improving basic skills
                                                                                                $169/session
                                               while introducing match play and rally
Sign up for private tennis lessons in          techniques.                                      July 25-28            Lewis Park
your park! All skill levels are welcome.                                                        Aug. 1-4              Cornelia Park
                                               Mondays & Wednesdays June 6-22
Instructors will contact you prior to
                                               11:15 a.m.-noon                                  NEW
your lesson and develop a plan that
meets your needs. Visit EdinaParks.com         Tuesdays & Thursdays June 7-23                   TGA Summer Tennis
for available days and times. Open for         11:15 a.m.-noon                                  League
registration in May.                           6:45-7:30 p.m.                                   Ages 10-12
Days, times and locations vary                 Mondays & Wednesdays June 27-July 20             Players learn scoring, sportsmanship
45-minute lesson                               (No class the week of July 4)                    and strategy while honing their tennis
                                               11:15 a.m.-noon
$35/lesson                                                                                      skills through match play opportunities.
                                               Tuesdays & Thursdays June 28-July 21             A modified ladder system will be used
Youth Tennis Lessons                           (No class the week of July 4)                    to match players of similar skill levels
Learn and develop tennis skills in an          11:15 a.m.-noon                                  and experience to help maximize fun and
age-appropriate recreational setting.          6:45-7:30 p.m.                                   growth opportunity.

Morning lessons offered at both Lewis Park     Adult/Child Tennis Lessons                       Tuesdays June 21-Aug. 16
                                               Ages 5-7 with an adult                           (No program July 5)
and Utley Park
                                                                                                5:30-7 p.m.
Evening lessons at Countryside Park            Learn tennis with a partner through fun          Edina Community Center tennis courts
$40/session                                    games and activities that develop gross          $179
AGES 5-7                                       motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
This class will introduce your child to the    Adult and child should both bring a
game of tennis through fun games and           racket to class. Register children only.
activities. Participants develop gross motor   Tuesdays and Thursdays
skills while becoming more confident           5:15-6 p.m.
on court and with tennis equipment.            Countryside Park
Participants should bring a racket to class.   $68/session
                                               June 7-23
                                               June 28-July 21
                                               (No class the week of July 4)
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                              PICKLEBALL                                    SPRING SESSIONS
                                                                            $152/session
                                                                                                                        AGES 2-3
                                                                                                                        Tuesdays, Rosland Park
                                                                            Saturdays April 2-May 21                    April 12-May 3       5:30-6 p.m.
                              NEW                                           Cornelia School Park                        May 24-June 14       5:15-5:45 p.m.
                              TGA Pickleball Lessons                        8:20-8:50 a.m.                              June 21-July 12      5:15-5:45 p.m.
                              Ages 6-10                                     9-9:30 a.m.
                                                                            9:40-10:10 a.m.                             Thursdays, Todd Park
                              Join the craze! TGA instructors introduce
                                                                            10:20-10:50 a.m.                            April 14-May 5       5:30-6 p.m.
                              participants to the skills and rules
                                                                            11-11:30 a.m.                               May 26-June 16       5:15-5:45 p.m.
                              of pickleball through fun games and
                                                                            11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.                       June 23-July 14      5:15-5:45 p.m.
                              activities. All equipment will be provided.                                               July 21-Aug. 11      5:30-6 p.m.
                                                                            12:20-12:50 p.m.
                              Wednesdays April 20-May 25                                                                Aug. 18-Sept. 8      5:30-6 p.m.
                                                                            Wednesdays April 6-May 25
                              5:30-6:30 p.m.
                                                                            Countryside Park                            AGES 3-5
                              Yancey Park tennis courts
                                                                            9:40-10:10 a.m.                             Tuesdays, Rosland Park
                              $116
                                                                            11-11:30 a.m.                               April 12-May 3       6-6:45 p.m.
                                                                            SUMMER SESSIONS                             May 24-June 14       5:45-6:30 p.m.
                              SOCCER SHOTS                                  Saturdays June 25-Aug. 20                   June 21-July 12
                                                                                                                                             6:30-7:15 p.m.
                                                                                                                                             5:45-6:30 p.m.
                                                                            (No class July 2)                                                6:30-7:15 p.m.
                                                                            Cornelia School Park $152/session
                                    Soccer Shots Mini                       8:20-8:50 a.m.                              Thursdays, Todd Park
                                    Ages 2-3                                9-9:30 a.m.
                                                                                                                        April 14-May 5       6-6:45 p.m.
                              Learn fundamental soccer principles           9:40-10:10 a.m.
                                                                                                                        May 26-June 16       5:45-6:30 p.m.
                              such as using your feet, dribbling            10:20-10:50 a.m.
                                                                                                                                             6:30-7:15 p.m.
                              and basic rules of the game. Through          11-11:30 a.m.
                                                                                                                        June 23-July 14      5:45-6:30 p.m.
                              fun games, songs and positive                 11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
                                                                                                                                             6:30-7:15 p.m.
                                                                            12:20-12:50 p.m.
                              reinforcement, children begin to                                                          July 21-Aug. 11      6-6:45 p.m.
                              experience the joy of being active in a       Wednesdays June 22-Aug. 24                  Aug. 18-Sept. 8      6-6:45 p.m.
                              group setting.                                Countryside Park    $182/session
                                                                            9:40-10:10 a.m.                             AGES 4-6, COACH PITCH
                              SPRING SESSIONS                               11-11:30 a.m.                               Tuesdays, Rosland Park
                              $152/session                                                                              April 12-May 3       6:45-7:30 p.m.
                              Saturdays April 2-May 21                      Soccer Shots Premier                        May 24-June 14       7:15-8 p.m.
                                                                            Ages 5-8                                    June 21-July 12      7:15-8 p.m.
                              Cornelia School Park
                              8:20-8:50 a.m.                                Focus on individual skill and               Thursdays, Todd Park
                              9-9:30 a.m.                                   fitness development while learning
                              9:40-10:10 a.m.                                                                           April 14-May 5       6:45-7:30 p.m.
                                                                            sportsmanship through fun games and         May 26-June 16       7:15-8 p.m.
                              10:20-10:50 a.m.
                                                                            team competitions. This program is for      June 23-July 14      7:15-8 p.m.
                              11-11:30 a.m.
                                                                            both children new to soccer and for         July 21-Aug. 11      6:45-7:30 p.m.
                              11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
                                                                            those who have played before.               Aug. 18-Sept. 8      6:45-7:30 p.m.
                              Wednesdays April 6-May 25
                                                                            Saturdays
                              Countryside Park
                                                                            12:20-1:05 p.m.                                   Basketball
                              9-9:30 a.m.
                              10:20-10:50 a.m.                              Cornelia School Park $192/session                 This active and fun RevSports
                                                                            April 2-May 21                              instructional basketball class is
                              SUMMER SESSIONS
                                                                            June 25-Aug. 20                             designed for player development and
                              Saturdays June 25-Aug. 20                     (No class July 2)                           learning fundamental skills to play the
                              (No class July 2)                                                                         game. Class is adult-involved.
                              Cornelia School Park $152/session                                                         Thursdays, Todd Park $59/session
                              8:20-8:50 a.m.
                              9-9:30 a.m.
                                                                            REVOLUTIONARY                               AGES 2-3
                              9:40-10:10 a.m.                               SPORTS                                      June 23-July 14      5:15-5:45 p.m.
                              10:20-10:50 a.m.                                                                          July 21-Aug. 11      5:30-6 p.m.
                              11-11:30 a.m.                                 Ages 2-6                                    Aug. 18-Sept. 8      5:30-6 p.m.
                              11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
                              Wednesdays, June 22-Aug. 24                         Baseball/Softball                     AGES 3-5
                                                                                                                        June 23-July 14      5:45-6:30 p.m.
                              Countryside Park     $182/session                   Each day will focus on a skill that                        6:30-7:15 p.m.
                              9-9:30 a.m.                                   builds on the previous one, including       July 21-Aug. 11      6-6:45 p.m.
                              10:20-10:50 a.m.                              catching, throwing, base-running            Aug. 18-Sept. 8      6-6:45 p.m.
                                                                            and batting. All ability levels are
                                    Soccer Shots Classic                    welcome. Focus is on individual player      AGES 4-6
                                    Ages 3-5                                development and helping each player         June 23-July 14      7:15-8 p.m.
                                                                            build confidence. This is an adult-         July 21-Aug. 11      6:45-7:30 p.m.
                              Creative and imaginative games focus
                                                                            involved class.                             Aug. 18-Sept. 8      6:45-7:30 p.m.
                              on developing basic soccer skills like
                              dribbling, passing and shooting. Soccer       $59/session
                              Shots exposes your child to the fun of
                              soccer and provides the foundation
                              needed to get started in the sport.

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                 Flag Football                     AGES 2-3                                    AGES 4-6
                                                   Tuesdays, Rosland Park                      Tuesdays, Rosland Park
      Each day will focus on a skill that
builds on the previous one, including              April 12-May 3       5:30-6 p.m.            April 12-May 3       6:45-7:30 p.m.
                                                   May 24-June 14       5:15-5:45 p.m.         May 24-June 14       7:15-8 p.m.
running with the ball, throwing, receiving
                                                   June 21-July 12      5:15-5:45 p.m.         June 21-July 12      7:15-8 p.m.
and defending. All ability levels are
                                                   July 19-Aug. 9       5:30-6 p.m.            July 19-Aug. 9       6:45-7:30 p.m.
welcome. Focus is on individual                    Aug. 16-Sept. 6      5:30-6 p.m.            Aug. 16-Sept. 6      6:45-7:30 p.m.
development and helping each player
build confidence. Class is adult-involved.         Thursdays,Todd Park                         Thursdays,Todd Park
Tuesdays, Rosland Park               $59/session   April 14-May 5      5:30-6 p.m.             April 14-May 5      6:45-7:30 p.m.
                                                   May 26-June 16      5:15-5:45 p.m.          May 26-June 16      7:15-8 p.m.
AGES 2-3
July 19-Aug. 9              5:30-6 p.m.            AGES 3-5                                          Ninja Warrior Camp
Aug. 16-Sept. 6             5:30-6 p.m.            Tuesdays, Rosland Park
                                                                                                    Use balance, speed and strength to
                                                   April 12-May 3       6-6:45 p.m.            overcome challenge course obstacles!
AGES 3-5                                           May 24-June 14       5:45-6:30 p.m.
July 19-Aug. 9              6-6:45 p.m.                                 6:30-7:15 p.m.         CAMP 1
Aug. 16-Sept. 6             6-6:45 p.m.            June 21-July 12      5:45-6:30 p.m.         Monday-Thursday June 20-23
                                                                        6:30-7:15 p.m.         Braemar Field
AGES 4-6
                                                   July 19-Aug. 9       6-6:45 p.m.
July 19-Aug. 9              6:45-7:30 p.m.
                                                   Aug. 16-Sept. 6      6-6:45 p.m.
                                                                                               Ages 3-5 9-9:45 a.m.          $69
Aug. 16-Sept. 6             6:45-7:30 p.m.                                                     Ages 5-7 10 a.m.-noon         $119
                                                   Thursdays,Todd Park                         Ages 7-12 1-3:30 p.m.         $139
                 Soccer
                                                   April 14-May 5      6-6:45 p.m.             CAMP 2
      This active and fun RevSports                May 26-June 16      5:45-6:30 p.m.
instructional soccer class is designed                                                         Monday-Thursday Aug. 1-4
                                                                       6:30-7:15 p.m.          Pamela Park
for player development and learning
fundamental skills to play the game.                                                           Ages 3-5 9-9:45 a.m.          $69
Class is adult-involved.                                                                       Ages 5-7 10 a.m.-noon         $119
$59/session                                                                                    Ages 7-12 1-3:30 p.m.         $139

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SKYHAWKS SPORTS                            Soccer                                        Monday-Thursday Aug. 15-18
                                           Ages 6-12                                     9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
                                                                                         Pamela Park          $259
                                           Learn the value of teamwork and
NEW
                                           sportsmanship while developing
      Super Tots                           individual skills including dribbling,
      Ages 2-4
                                           passing, shooting and ball control.           SPORTS UNLIMITED
Soccer and T-ball are introduced through
                                           Monday-Thursday
age-appropriate games and activities as
well as small-sided scrimmages.
                                           1-4 p.m.             $149/session             Sand Volleyball
                                           June 20-23           Yancey Park              Ages 6-12
SATURDAYS APRIL 30-MAY 21                  July 11-14           Creek Valley Park        Enjoy the summer sun and sand with
Todd Park         $69/session                                                            Sports Unlimited! Participants will learn
Ages 2-3                                   Softball                                      basic skills such as serving, bumping
9-9:30 a.m.                                Ages 6-12                                     and setting while taking part in games
Ages 3-4                                   Learn and develop the fundamentals            and activities.
9:40-10:10 a.m.                            of softball, including fielding, catching,    Monday-Thursday June 13-16
10:25-10:55 a.m.                           throwing, hitting and base-running in a       1-4 p.m.
                                           fun and positive environment.                 Rosland Park         $95
      Mini Hawk Camp                       Monday-Thursday June 20-23
      Ages 4-6
                                           9 a.m.-noon                                   Pickleball
Mini Hawk is a positive first step into    Yancey Park          $149                     Ages 6-12
athletics. Children are introduced to                                                    Come play the fastest-growing sport in
basketball, T-ball and soccer in a fun,    Basketball                                    America! Participants learn rules and
structured environment. Through games      Ages 5-12                                     etiquette of the game while practicing
and activities, campers develop balance,   Start each day with a skill of the day        basic skills, including grip, footwork,
hand-eye coordination and individual       and work in to drills and games that          ground strokes and serving.
skill development at their own pace.       focus on individual skill development         Monday-Thursday
Saturdays April 30-May 21                  such as passing, shooting, dribbling and      June 13-16      Rosland Park
11:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m.                      rebounding.                                   July 18-21		    Walnut Ridge Park
Todd Park            $89                   Monday-Thursday June 27-30                    9 a.m.-noon		        $95/session
Monday-Thursday                            Todd Park            $149
9 a.m.- noon        $149/session                                                         Lacrosse
                                           AGES 5-8             9 a.m.-noon
June 6-9            Cornelia Park                                                        Ages 6-12
                                           AGES 7-12            1-4 p.m.
July 11-14          Creek Valley Park                                                    This non-contact form of lacrosse
Aug. 8-11           Todd Park              Baseball                                      teaches individual skills such as
                                           Ages 7-12                                     catching, throwing, scooping and
      Flag Football                        Learn and develop the fundamentals of
                                                                                         cradling through group and individual
      Ages 4-10                                                                          games and activities. All equipment is
                                           baseball, including fielding, catching,
Skyhawks – Flag Football is a fun and                                                    provided.
                                           throwing, hitting and base-running in a
positive introduction into league play.    fun and positive environment.                 Monday-Thursday Aug. 1-4
This co-ed league emphasizes individual                                                  9 a.m.-noon      Braemar Field       $95
                                           Monday-Thursday July 25-28
skill development along with time          1-4 p.m.
devoted to playing games.                  Todd Park            $149
                                                                                         Ultimate Frisbee/Frisbee
                                                                                         Golf
SATURDAYS APRIL 30-MAY 21
Todd Park         $89                      Multi-Sport                                   Ages 8-14

Ages 4-6          1:05-2:05 p.m.           Ages 6-12                                     This is a camp for Frisbee fanatics! This
Ages 6-8          2:15-3:15 p.m.           Variety is the spice of life. Participants    program introduces kids to the sports of
Ages 8-10         3:30-4:30 p.m.           will explore and learn the essential skills   Ultimate Frisbee and Frisbee Golf.
                                           of baseball, basketball and soccer in this    Monday-Thursday      1-4 p.m.
Flag Football                              multi-sport program.                          $95/session
Ages 7-12                                  Monday-Thursday Aug. 8-11                     July 18-21       Walnut Ridge Park
Campers learn skills on both sides of      1-4 p.m.                                      Aug. 1-4         Braemar Field
the ball including the core components     Todd Park            $149
of passing, catching and defensive
positioning in this fun and friendly       End of Summer Sports
introduction to America’s game.            Camp
                                           Ages 6-12
Monday-Thursday     $149/session
                                           This is a full-day camp that will keep
June 6-9      1-4 p.m.    Cornelia Park
                                           your athlete busy and engaged through a
July 25-28    9 a.m.-noon Todd Park
                                           variety of sports and activities, including
                                           soccer, basketball, flag football, Capture
                                           the Flag and Ultimate Frisbee.

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                              SNAPOLOGY TECH                                  iCode                                       3D Game Design
                                                                              Ages 6-12                                   Ages 10-17

                              NEW                                             This course offers an interactive look      Immerse yourself in a 3D world! If you
                                                                              at coding. Students will create virtual     are looking to design professional 3D
                              Robotics & Coding                               apps and write their own programs to        games that both look and feel just like
                              Adventures                                      share with friends and family. Have fun     the ones you play at home, then you don’t
                              Ages 6-12
                                                                              learning to code and exploring problem      want to miss this course.
                              Students will explore robotics as they          solving and programming logic. Limited      Monday-Thursday July 11-14
                              build simple models that teach robotic          to 5 students.                              1-4 p.m.        $165
                              design and programming. Learn about
                                                                              June 20-23
                              sensors while building space rovers and
                                                                              Aug. 1-4                                    iGame Creators
                              catapults, and discover ways that gears         Monday-Thursday        9:30 a.m.-noon       Ages 6-10
                              and pulleys create movement while               $130
                              building helicopters and robotic dogs.                                                      Want to create video games? This
                                                                                                                          introductory course combines the art
                              Saturday, March 12                              Animation                                   of video game design and animation to
                              10 a.m.-noon     Edina Senior Center            Ages 9-17                                   create interactive characters that fly
                              $26/child
                                                                              Learn the basics of animation and           around the screen. Amaze your friends
                                                                              digital design. Students who enjoy          and family with your fun, interactive
                                                                              going to various sites to see interactive   games. Limited to five students.
                              YOUTH TECH                                      animations will love this course. Award-    Monday-Thursday        $130/session
                                                                              winning animation software will be used
                              Youth Tech Inc. is an interactive               for students to create fun, interactive     July 18-21      9:30 a.m.-noon
                              computer camp that focuses                      animations.                                 Aug. 1-4        1-3:30 p.m.

                              on providing enrichment                         Monday-Thursday June 20-23                  iMobile Game Design
                                                                              1-4 p.m.        $160
                              opportunities and strives to                                                                Ages 6-12
                              create a positive learning                      Arcade Games – eSports                      In this class, students get to sketch
                              environment that encourages                     Ages 6-12                                   and build their own video games on a
                                                                                                                          mobile device. Tablets will be provided;
                              creativity, fun and academic                    You’re in the driver’s seat of game
                                                                                                                          just bring your creativity! Limited to 12
                              excellence. For more information,               creation and development! Students in
                                                                                                                          students.
                                                                              this course will develop online games,
                              visit www.youthtechinc.com.                     including arcade-style, platform and        Monday-Thursday July 25-28
                              All classes have a minimum of 5 students        other interactive games they can publish    9:30 a.m.-noon $130
                              and a maximum of 14, unless otherwise           and share online.
                              noted. All Youth Tech classes will be held at                                               App Design
                                                                              Monday-Thursday June 27-30                  Ages 9-15
                              the Edina Art Center.
                                                                              9:30 a.m.-noon $130
                                                                                                                          This class offers a hands-on look at
                              Movie Makers                                    Roblox Studio –                             the world of application design and
                              Ages 9-15
                                                                              Programming and Game                        development including augmented
                              This hands-on, interactive course will          Development                                 reality. Students will design their own
                              instruct students on the world of digital       Ages 9-15                                   app, which can be shared with friends
                              video design and production. Students                                                       and family members with an Apple or
                                                                              Calling all Roblox users! Join millions     Android device.
                              will film, direct and edit their own digital
                                                                              of gamers and immerse yourself in
                              video creations. Students will amaze                                                        Monday-Thursday July 25-28
                                                                              your own 3D world! Unlike any other
                              their peers with green screen and                                                           1-4 p.m.        $160
                                                                              software, Roblox Studio merges physics,
                              special effects work.
                                                                              Lua programming and individual
                              Monday-Thursday, June 13-16                     creativity. Build and publish a game to
                                                                                                                          Gaming and Coding
                              9 a.m.-noon      $155                                                                       Ages 6-12
                                                                              share with friends and family!
                                                                                                                          Take an interactive look at coding and
                              Video Game Design                               June 27-30
                                                                                                                          build virtual apps to share with friends.
                              Ages 10-17                                      July 18-21
                                                                              Monday-Thursday        1-4 p.m.
                                                                                                                          Combine the art of video game design
                              This course provides a fun, interactive         $165/session                                and animation to create characters that
                              look at the world of video game design                                                      fly around the screen. Please bring a
                              and development. Students will learn            The Gaming Academy                          lunch. Limited to 5 students.
                              essential concepts and produce several          Ages 10-17                                  Monday-Thursday Aug. 1-4
                              different interactive video games to                                                        9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.    $260
                                                                              The Gaming Academy is an all-day camp
                              share with their friends and family.
                                                                              that combines our Video Game Design,
                              Limited to 5 students.
                                                                              Advanced Game Design and 3D Game
                              Monday-Thursday         $175/session            Design courses. Immerse yourself in 2D
                              June 13-16       1-4 p.m.                       and 3D worlds! Please bring a lunch.
                                                                              Limited to 5ww students.
                              July 11-14       9 a.m.-noon
                                                                              Monday-Thursday July 11-14
                                                                              9 a.m.-4 p.m.   $310

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                         Adaptive Theater Camp
                         Ages 12-18
                         Join us for a week of theater camp
ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS

                         fun! We will select songs from a movie
                         and then practice and build the set
                         throughout the week. Performance will
                         take place Friday. Don't miss out on this
                         wonderful camp!
                         Monday-Friday
                         Aug. 8-12
                         9 a.m.-3 p.m.
                         Edinborough Park
                         $175

                         Adaptive Water Aerobics
                         Ages 16+
                         Aerobic strengthening, stretching and
                         range-of-motion exercises.
                         Wednesdays
                         June 8-29                                   Edinborough Park Pool
                         July 13-Aug. 3
                         7-8 p.m.
                         Edinborough Park Pool
                         $45/session

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                                                                                                 for you! Fun birthday party
                                                                                                 packages are available at:

                                                                                                 – Edina Aquatic Center
                                                                                                 – Braemar Arena
                                                                                                 – Edinborough Park

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    NAME                                       ADDRESS
    Alden Park                                 6750 Belmore Lane                                                                                                                  n                                                       n                                              n          n
    Arden Park                                 5230 Minnehaha Blvd.                                                                                                                                                n                                                                     n          n
    Arneson Acres Park                         4711 W. 70th St.
    Birchcrest Park                            6016 Hansen Road                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     n
    Braemar Field/Courtney Fields              7509 Ikola Way                          n                                                                                          n
    Bredesen Park                              5901 Olinger Blvd.                                                                                                                                                                                                                        n
    Bristol & Mavelle Park                     Bristol Boulevard at Mavelle Drive
    Browndale Park                             4510 Browndale Ave.
    Centennial Lakes Park                      7499 France Ave S.                                                                                                                                                  n                                                                     n
    Chowen Park                                5700 Chowen Ave. S.                                                                                                                                                                        n                                                         n
    Cornelia School Park                       7142 Cornelia Drive                     n                          n                                 n                                                              n                                                                     n
    Countryside Park                           6240 Tracy Ave. S.                      n                                                            n                                                              n                      n                                              n          n
    Creek Valley School Park                   6301 Gleason Road                                                                                    n                             n                                n                                                                     n
    Duggan Park                                Duggan Plaza
    Edinborough Park                           7700 York Ave. S.
    Fox Meadow Park                            5251 Blake Road                                                                                                                                                                                                                           n          n
    Fred Richards Park                         4400 Parklawn Ave.                                                                                                                                                                                                                        n          n
    Grandview Square Park                      5213 Grandview Square
    Heights Park                               5520 W. 66th St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                          n          n
    Highlands Park                             5200 Doncaster Way                                                 n                                 n                             n                                n                                                                                n
    Kojetin Park                               4201 W. 44th St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     n
    Lewis Park                                 7300 Cahill Road                                                                                     n                             n                                n                                                                     n          n
    McGuire Park                               69th Street and McGuire Road                                                                                                                                                                                                                         n
    Melody Lake Park                           5601 Melody Lake Drive
    Normandale Park                            6501 Warren Ave. S.                     n                                                            n                                                              n                      n                                                         n
    Pamela Park                                4303 W. 58th St.                                                   n                                 n                             n                                n                                                                     n          n
    Rosland Park (includes disc golf course
                                               4300 W. 66th St.                        n                                                            n                                                                                                          n                         n          n
    and seasonal Aquatic Center)
    St. John’s Park                            5924 St. John’s Ave.
    Sherwood Park                              5225 Sherwood Road                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   n
    Strachauer Park                            6200 Beard Ave.                                                                                                                    n                                n                      n                                                         n
    Tingdale Park                              5800 W. 59th St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     n
    Todd Park                                  4429 Vandervork Ave. S.                                            n                                 n                                                              n                      n                                              n          n
    Tupa Park                                  4918 Eden Ave.
    Utley Park                                 4521 W. 50th St.                                                                                     n                                                                                     n
    Van Valkenburg Park                        4935 Lincoln Drive S.                                              n
    Walnut Ridge Park                          5801 Londonderry Road                                                                                n                             n                                n                                                                     n          n
    Weber Park                                 4115 Grimes Ave. S.                     n                          n                                 n                                                              n                      n                                                         n
    Williams Park                              50th Street and Browndale Avenue
    Wooddale Park                              4500 W. 50th St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     n
    Yancey Park                                5520 Hansen Road                        n                          n                                 n                             n                                                                                                      n          n
    York Park                                  5448 York Ave. S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    n
    Yorktown Park
                                               7335 York Ave. S.
    (includes community garden & skate park)

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EDINA ART PROGRAMS

     KIDCREATE PRESCHOOL                               Glow-in-the-Dark Dino                 SPRING SESSION

     PROGRAMS                                          Art Class                             Fridays
                                                                                             April 1-29
                                                 Ages 18 months-6 years
                                                                                             10-10:45 a.m.
                                                 Get your child excited about turning the    Edina Art Center
           Dino Discovery                        lights off and going to bed! This project   $21
           Ages 18 months-6 years                will rock their world after the lights go
                                                 out at night!                               SUMMER SESSION
     Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops and
                                                                                             Fridays
     Diplodocus! Create a diorama complete       Saturday, Aug. 13                           June 24-July 29 (no class July 1)
     with a toy dino.                            Edina Senior Center                         10-10:45 a.m.
     Saturday, April 9                           $21/session                                 Edina Art Center
                                                 9:45-10:30 a.m. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.          $21
     Edina Senior Center
     $21/session
     9:45-10:30 a.m. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.                                                      NEW
                                                 YOUTH ART PROGRAMS                          Anime
           Playdate with Mom –                                                               Ages 9-14
           Flower Bouquet                        NEW                                         Do you love anime and manga? Join this
     Ages 18 months-6 years
                                                       Art: Try it Out!                      session to learn how to draw this style of
     In honor of Mother's Day, create a                Ages 4-6                              person, animal or superhero!
     handprint flower bouquet on a canvas. It                                                Mondays June 6 and 13
                                                 Use a variety of art materials and
     will be a great keepsake!                                                               5:30-7:30 p.m.
                                                 techniques, including drawing, painting,
     Saturday, May 14                                                                        Edina Art Center
                                                 sculpture and collage – even mixing
     Edina Senior Center                                                                     $54
                                                 multiple mediums – to create unique
     $21/session                                 projects! Must be accompanied by a
     9:45-10:30 a.m. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.          caregiver.
           Father's Day Gift-
           Making
     Ages 18 months-6 years
     Let your little one surprise someone this
     Father's Day! Create a card in the shape
     of a toolbox with or for your favorite
     handyperson!
     Saturday, June 11
     Edina Senior Center
     $21/session
     9:45-10:30 a.m. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.

           Everyday Hero –
           Firefighter
     Ages 18 months-6 years
     Firefighters are brave and strong!
     Join us as we create a cool painting of
     a fire truck that your little firefighter
     fanatic will love!
     Saturday, July 9
     Edina Senior Center
     $21/session
     9:45-10:30 a.m. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.

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NEW                                        Thursdays                                    artists and try your hand at felting and
Paper Engineering                          June 9-July 14 / July 21-Aug. 25             sample wood crafts. This is a camp
Ages 8-12                                  3:30-5:30 p.m.                               inspired by tradition.
                                           Edina Senior Center
Explore paper folding, geometry and
structures made with paper. Learn new
                                           $164/session                                 Flower Power: Art in
                                                                                        Nature
techniques and historical lessons on       Adventures in Cardboard                      June 27-30
the use of paper as a medium for art       Camp                                         Discover the power of art in nature!
making.                                    Ages 6-10                                    Using natural materials, campers will
Thursdays                                  Camp adventurers will role play and          paint, carve, print and explore the
April 21 and 28 / July 21 and 28
                                           build a castle village, create props,        wonders all around us, provided by our
5:30-7:30 p.m.
                                           costumes, arms and armor and play            outdoor spaces.
Edina Senior Center
$44/session
                                           tactical and exploratory games. Our
                                           artists will help kids create their own      Art Around the World
Cartooning                                 fantastic swords and shields to take         July 11-14
Ages 9-14                                  home, then host an all-out game of           Travel around the world with the arts
                                           strategic Capture the Flag.                  this summer. Explore some of the
How can two-dimensional characters
                                           June 6-9                                     techniques artists use in Mexico, Japan,
express themselves? We will learn to
                                           9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.                      Scandinavia and Australia. Learn a bit

                                                                                                                                      ART PROGRAMS
draw a head, eyes, eyebrows, mouth,
                                           Rosland Park                                 about the traditions and geography of
hairstyles and more. Create a simple
                                           $125                                         these wonderful places as well!
cartoon background and develop a fun
new style!
                                           Art In The Park                              Movement and Rhythm in
Mondays May 2 and 9                        Ages 5-8                                     Art
5:30-7:30 p.m.                                                                          July 18-21
                                           Join us Wednesday mornings at Walnut
Edina Art Center
                                           Ridge Park for our Art in the Park series.   Art isn’t static. Music and motion inspire
$54
                                           Sign up for one or sign up for all! Staff    creativity! Dance and draw your way
                                                                                        to creating a sense of movement and
Cartooning & Anime                         will share their expertise in the project
                                           areas to make this a fun, interactive        rhythm using the foundational elements
Ages 9-14
                                           experience for your child!                   of lines, shapes and color in both
Bring together the skills you learned in                                                painting and sculpture.
the first of our anime and cartooning      Wednesdays June 15-July 27
                                           9:30-11 a.m.
classes. Advance your drawing
                                           Walnut Ridge Park                            Light up Your Week
techniques and move forward with your                                                   July 25-28
                                           $15/Wednesday
stories and style.                                                                      How do artists show lighting and
Mondays Aug. 1 and 8                                                                    shadows in their work? How does this
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Edina Art Center
                                           YOUTH ART CAMPS                              affect how art is experienced? We will
                                                                                        dive deep into color and light with
$44                                        Ages 6-12                                    acrylics and create suncatchers, sun
                                                                                        prints, lanterns and more!
NEW                                        MONDAY-THURSDAY
Teen Art Escape                            Fred Richards Park Clubhouse,
                                                                                        Deep Space Astro Camp
Ages 13-18                                 7640 Parklawn Ave.
                                           9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.                      Aug. 1-4
Join us for weekly Open Space to create    Morning and afternoon camps will have        Explore the cosmos through the arts.
with multiple mediums. A mentor will be    different curriculum.                        Through sculpture, drawing and
on site to work with students.             Participant much provide own lunch.          painting, discover how artsy our solar
Tuesdays March 29-May 24                   $160/half-day                                system and beyond can be! We might
4:30-6:30 p.m.                                                                          even experience some extraterrestrial
Edina Art Center                           Animal Daydreams and                         encounters!
$90/session                                Doodles
Wednesdays June 8-Aug 31                   June 13-16                                   The Art of Building Camp
1-3 p.m.                                   Lions and tigers and bears! Oh my!           Aug. 8-11
Edina Art Center                           Sketch your favorite animals and             From grand public spaces to cozy
$120/session                               enhance your drawings with wild              bedrooms, buildings influence the
                                           watercolors. Meet some real-life             way we feel and live. During the Art of
NEW                                        animal models and learn elements             Building, learn basic architectural and
Poetry and Spoken Word                     and principles of drawing, design and        interior design concepts to create your
Ages 12-17                                 painting!                                    own model home, school or skyscraper.
Convey thoughts, describe scenes or
tell a story in a concentrated, lyrical    Fabulous Folk Art: Acrylics,                 Murals and Mandalas
arrangement of words. Learn how to         Fiber and Wood                               Aug. 15-18
create an assortment of different types    June 20-23                                   Campers will create a lasting memory
of poems and learn new ways to express     Come along as we explore the world of        for the City of Edina through patterns
your words out loud.                       folk art. Learn to paint like self-taught    and art that will spread joy throughout

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our homes and city. Learn about the          Oil and Acrylics for                         NEW
                    history of the mandala, street art and the   Beginners                                    Intro to Poetry – Adult
                    power murals can have on a community.        All skill levels                             Convey thoughts, describe scenes or
                                                                 Learn color mixing, brush handling,          tell a story in a concentrated, lyrical
                                                                 value and proportion within your             arrangement of words. Learn how to
                    ADULT CLASSES                                medium. Learn to paint or get back into      create an assortment of different types
                                                                 the arts during this class.                  of poems and learn about their history.
                                                                                                              Thursdays
                    Mosaic Mondays                               Tuesdays
                                                                                                              April 7-May 26 / June 2-July 28
                    Learn about the process of creating          April 5-May 3 / May 24-June 21 /
                                                                 July 12-Aug. 9                               10 a.m.-noon
                    mosaics – from the use of color and                                                       Edina Senior Center $160/session
                                                                 1-4 p.m.
                    placement of glass to composition
                                                                 Edina Art Center     $195/session
                    and technical aspects of grouting and
                    completing the piece. Please bring                                                        EVENTS
                                                                 Beginning Plein Air
                    goggles.
                                                                 Painting                                     NEW
                    Mondays                                      Learn how to paint in nature! Join us
                    April 4-25 / June 6-June 27                  outdoors as we create masterpieces
                                                                                                              Friends Fun Night Out!
                    1-4 p.m.                                                                                  Ages 18+
                                                                 in the parks of our community. We will
                    Edina Art Center      $260/session                                                        Get out of the house and do a night of art
ART PROGRAMS

                                                                 meet outdoors and paint together.
                                                                                                              with friends!
                    Watercolor Studio                            Wednesdays
                    Whether you are interested in trying         June 8-22 / July 13-27 / Aug. 10-24          6-8 p.m.
                                                                 1-4 p.m.                                     Edina Art Center      $42/session
                    watercolor for the first time or seek
                                                                 Rotating parks       $142/session            April 2    Silk Scarf Printing
                    to improve your skills, we will work
                                                                                                              May 19     Alcohol Ink Painting
                    together to create a piece you can
                    proudly display at home!
                                                                 Abstract Acrylics                            June 21 Solstice Acrylic Painting Party
                                                                 Design an abstract composition through       July 28    Acrylic Pour Painting
                    Tuesdays                                     the basics of defining a color palette,
                    April 5-May 3 / May 24-June 21 /                                                          NEW
                                                                 mixing acrylic paint and applying paint to
                    July 12-Aug. 9                                                                            Family Fun Saturdays:
                                                                 the canvas using different techniques.
                    1-4 p.m.                                                                                  Art Around the World
                    Edina Senior Center                          Tuesdays                                     Adult and child (ages 5-12)
                    $195 + model fee /session                    April 19-26 / June 21-28 / Aug. 16-23
                                                                 5:30-7:30 p.m.
                                                                                                              Explore art together with these fun
                                                                                                              sessions designed for an adult and child.
                    Portrait Painting &                          Edina Senior Center $45/session
                    Drawing                                                                                   10 a.m.-noon
                    Learn to simplify form, values and color     Printmaking                                  Edina Art Center     $30/session
                                                                 Create striking graphic images using         March 19 Irish Felted Beads
                    to interpret and break down the head
                                                                 the linocut process. Choose a design of      April 16    Mexican Folk Art
                    study into more understandable tones                                                      May 21      Art from Norway
                    and shapes.                                  your choice or an idea prepared by an
                                                                 instructor.                                  June 18     Australian Painting
                    Thursdays
                    April 7- May 5 / May 12-June 9 /             Wednesdays                                   Wonderful Wednesdays
                    June 16-July 14 / July 21-Aug. 18            March 30 / May 25 / July 27
                                                                                                              Join us every other Wednesday at
                    9 a.m.-noon                                  5:30-8 p.m.
                                                                 Edina Art Center     $45/session
                                                                                                              Arneson Acres Park, where we will
                    Edina Art Center      $195/session                                                        provide a family-friendly painting or
                    Life Drawing – Live Model                    Open Studio                                  craft activity taught by Creative Painting
                                                                 Bring your own supplies and create art       of Minnesota instructors.
                    Capture the human form in both quick
                    action poses and sustained poses. Learn      with friends.                                5:30-7:30 p.m.
                                                                                                              Cost ranges from $26 to $34/project
                    how to finish a drawing incorporating        Fridays
                    form, anatomy, beauty of line and            1-4 p.m.
                    “sculpting” the body from within.            Edina Senior Center & Edina Art Center
                                                                 $5/session, must preregister
                    Thursdays
                    April 7-May 5 / May 12-June 9 /              NEW
                    June 16-July 14 / July 21-Aug. 18            Improv Comedy Class!
                    1-4 p.m.
                    Edina Art Center
                                                                 Brand new to improv? Ready to give
                    $195 + model fee/session                     it a try? We will cover improvisational
                                                                 comedy skills of trust, agreement, give
                                                                 and take and basic scenes with fun
                                                                 guidance. No experience required.
                                                                 Thursdays
                                                                 June 9-July 14 (No class on July 7)
                                                                 July 21-Aug. 18
                                                                 6-8 p.m.
                                                                 Arneson Acres Park Terrace Room
                                                                 $130/session

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Our summer programs offer learning, community, and
exploration. Most of all, they’re just plain fun!

Registration Opens February 15
• 400+ camps and classes for PreK through Grade 12
• All-day care for Kindergarten through Grade 6
• Employment and volunteer opportunities

Join us at
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FAMILY EVENTS

                                                                                              Families are invited to see farm
                                                                                              animals, ride a pony and dance
                                                                                              during the annual Barnyard
     Step To It                                        Barnyard Babies                        Babies event May 14.
     All Ages                                          Ages 1-7
     Help Edina compete against other local      We bring the farm to you with our
     communities in this free four-week event    full-size petting zoo, pony rides and
     designed for everyone. There is potential   kid-friendly music for dancing. Adults
     to win prizes throughout the month.         must provide supervision. Registration is
     The challenge is May 1-28. Registration     required. One adult free with every paid
     begins April 1, www.steptoit.org.           admission.
                                                 Saturday, May 14
     Mother’s Day Flowerpot                      10 a.m.-noon
     Ages 3+ with an adult                       Rosland Park
     Design your own planter pot for the         $5/child
     special mom in your life. Don’t know
     where to begin? Don’t worry, the                  Vehicle Day
                                                                                              Experience the Power
     Centennial Lakes Park horticulture staff          All ages
     will be there to guide your design!         Get up close to fire trucks, police cars,
     Thursday, May 5                             snowplows, buses and more! Children          of 1:1 Education
     4-7 p.m.                                    must be supervised by an adult. Event       Fusion Academy is a national, accredited
     Centennial Lakes Park Hughes Pavilion       will be held rain or shine.                 school that offers a one-to-one learning model
     $30/adult-child pair                        Saturday, May 21                            for grades 6-12. Students can sign up for:
                                                 10 a.m.-noon                                • Full-time middle and high school
           Princess Ball                         Southdale Center parking lot                • Classes for credit
           Ages 3-8                              Free                                        • Tutoring
     Join us for an enchanting evening                                                       • College counseling
     with your special adult-date. We will       Community Clothing
     have dinner, dancing and princess fun.      Exchange                                    Now Enrolling!
                                                                                             952.219.7996
     Dressing up is encouraged! Space is         All ages
     limited; maximum 50 adult-child pairs.      Clean out your closets and join us for
                                                                                             FusionMinneapolis.com
     Friday, May 6                               an Earth Day Clothing Exchange! Watch
     6-7:30 p.m.                                 EdinaMN.gov and the City's social media
     Braemar Golf Course Courtyard               for more information.
     $50/adult-child pair
                                                 Saturday, April 23
                                                 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
                                                 Braemar Arena Backyard Rink                 7550 France Avenue, Suite 130 Edina, MN 55435
                                                 Free
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FAMILY EVENTS

Get up close to fire trucks,
police cars, garbage trucks,
snow plows, buses and
more on Vehicle Day May 21!

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Make memories this
                     summer at the Edina
                     Aquatic Center!
                     Opens June 10, 2022!
FAMILY EVENTS

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NEW
       National Park &
       Recreation Month
All Ages
Join us in celebrating National Park &
Recreation Month. We will have activities
every Thursday in July for you to enjoy.
All events are free, but registration is
required.
Story Strolls July 7
10 a.m.-7 p.m. Centennial Lakes Park
Art in the Park July 14
4:30-6 p.m.     Countryside Park
Bike Rodeo     July 21
4:30-6:30 p.m. Pamela Park
Youth Yoga        July 28
10 a.m.           Yancey Park
NEW
Dog Days of Summer
‘Pawty’
Bring your four-legged friend to Edina’s
dog park for some special treats and         Season Passes                                    Set up your session today by calling
extra fun during the dog days of summer      Season Passes are a great value! Visit the       Assistant Manager Dawn Beitel at
“pawty.” This free event features            Aquatic Center as often as you like from June    952-833-9543.
numerous dog-related vendors, rescue         10 to Aug. 21 with access to all the amenities   Rentals/coaching sessions must be reserved
groups, pet adoption agencies, activities,   (height restrictions apply to some areas),       in advance and take place prior to open and

                                                                                                                                              FAMILY EVENTS
food trucks and more!                        including the Lost Wave surf simulator.          after close. Lost Wave admission or a season
Saturday, Aug. 6                             Passes are non-transferable and are              pass is required for each person taking part
10 a.m.-1 p.m.                               assigned to individuals. They may not be         in a coaching or rental session. General
Van Valkenburg Park off-leash area           shared by multiple people. If your child will    admission fees for the Aquatic Center apply
Free                                         turn 1 year old by our opening date, they        if staying to swim.
                                             will be required to have a season pass.
NEW                                          Purchasing for your child’s caregiver?           Birthday Parties
Storytime with Edina                         Simply add that person to your account as a      Host your water-loving child’s birthday
Police Department                            family member and purchase. Prices below         party at the Edina Aquatic Center. See
All ages                                     do not include tax.                              EdinaAquaticCenter.com for details on
Join us for storytime with the Edina         Edina Residents                                  party packages.
Police Department. An Edina Police           Fee through April 30
Officer will read a children’s book.         Individual/First Family Member     $78           Swim Lessons
Children will also have the opportunity to   Each Additional Family Member      $71           Lessons are taught by Edina Swim
ask questions and tour a squad car!          Fee May 1-Aug. 21		                              Club at the Edina Aquatic Center. For
Thursday, May 5                              Individual/First Family Member $88               a complete listing of swim lesson
11:30 a.m.                                   Each Additional Family Member $81                offerings, visit the Edina Swim Club
Edinborough Park Amphitheater                Non-Residents                                    website, www.edinaswim.com.
Free                                         Fee through April 30                             NOW HIRING!
                                             Individual/First Family Member     $100
                                             Each Additional Family Member      $91
                                                                                              Aquatic Center
                                                                                              Employment
EDINA AQUATIC                                Fee May 1-Aug. 21		                              Join our team for the 2022 season!
CENTER                                       Individual/First Family Member $110
                                             Each Additional Family Member $101
                                                                                              We are hiring lifeguards, lifeguard
                                                                                              instructors, admissions, concessions/
Open June 10-Aug. 21, 2022                   Lost Wave Surf Simulator                         facilities and on-site managers.
                                             Coaching and Rental                              Visit bit.ly/EdinaSeasonalJobs for
Daily Admission Fees                         One-hour session                   $150          details.
Daily Admission		                 $13        30-minute session                  $80
Twilight Admission after 5 p.m. $10          Learn how to ride the waves of the surf
                                             simulator with confidence and ease! This is a
Daily Admission for                          great way to truly enjoy all that your season
Lost Wave Surf Simulator          $7         pass has to offer. Bring a group and rent the
                                             Lost Wave for a team-building experience or
Daily admission is charged for anyone age    party or sign up for a private or semi-private
1 year and older, even if not swimming.      coaching session. We provide the lifeguards
In order to purchase the Lost Wave           and the surfing so you can focus on the fun!
Surf Simulator Daily Admission, you
must purchase the Aquatic Center Daily
Admission.

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