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Activity Guide
September - December 2020

                   Upper South Service Area
      Brackett • East Phillips • Elliot • Hiawatha School
    Longfellow • Matthews • Peavey • Phillips • Stewart
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School Release Days: All recreation centers are open noon-9pm: Oct 14-16, Nov 6,
     Directory                                                Nov 25, Nov 27, Dec 21-23, Dec 28-30. All recreation centers are open noon-4pm:
                                                              Dec 24, Dec 31. All recreation centers closed: Sep 7, Nov 26, Dec 25.

    Recreation Centers                          Building Hours
                                                September 8 - December 31              Upper South Service Area Manager
    Brackett Recreation Center
    2728 39th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406   Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm                Paul Jaeger
    612-370-4924                                Friday, 3-6 pm                         pajaeger@minneapolisparks.org
    brackett@minneapolisparks.org
    Anne Kegley                                                                        612-499-3014

                                                                                       Drop into our Recreation Centers
    East Phillips Recreation Center             Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm
    2307 17th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55404                                          The Park Board offers drop-in activities or
                                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
    612-370-4888                                                                       ActivePass Programs for visitors to
                                                Sunday, 12-5 pm
    eastphillips@minneapolisparks.org                                                  socialize, have fun on their own schedule.
    Jeanne Whitehill                                                                   Find an activity to suit your style – ping-
                                                                                       pong, foosball, games in the gym, board
    Elliot Recreation Center                                                           games and much more! Most programs
    1000 E 14th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404   Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm                  offered daily, year-round; hours subject to
    612-370-4772                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm                    change. Ask Recreation Center staff about
    elliot@minneapolisparks.org
                                                                                       drop-in programs offered.
    Newmann Thomas
                                                                                       Recreation Centers
    Hiawatha School Recreation Center
                                                                                       Community gathering spaces
    4305 E 42nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406   Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
    612-370-4952                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm                    •Computer labs, gyms, craft rooms,
    hiawatha@minneapolisparks.org
                                                                                        meeting rooms and community kitchens
    Aaron Flanders
                                                                                       •Room rental available for meetings,
    Longfellow Recreation Center                                                        banquets and birthday parties; for more
    3435 36th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406   Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm
                                                                                        information see page 4
    612-370-4957                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
    longfellow@minneapolisparks.org
                                                                                       MPRB Commissioners
    Brian Cornell
                                                                                       City of Minneapolis voters elect nine
    Matthews Recreation Center                                                         commissioners every four years: one from
    2318 29th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406   Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm                  each of the six park districts, and three
    612-370-4950                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm                    that serve at-large. The MPRB performs its
    matthews@minneapolisparks.org                                                      many duties through the contributions of
    Scott Krueger                                                                      elected Commissioners and the leadership
                                                                                       of the Superintendent. Their actions are
    Peavey Recreation Center                                                           guided according to the following roles
    730 E 22nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404    Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
                                                                                       and responsibilities.
    612-370-4967                                Friday, 3-6 pm
    peavey@minneapolisparks.org                                                        Chris Meyer, Dist. 1        612-230-6443 X 1
    Matt Bell                                                                          Kale Severson, Dist. 2      612-230-6443 X 2
                                                                                       AK Hassan, Dist. 3          612-230-6443 X 3
    Phillips Recreation Center
                                                Monday-Friday, 3-9 pm                  Jono Cowgill, Dist. 4       612-230-6443 X 4
    2323 11th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    612-370-4946                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm                    Steffanie Musich, Dist. 5   612-230-6443 X 5
    phillips@minneapolisparks.org                                                      Brad Bourn, Dist. 6         612-230-6443 X 6
    Anthony Papa                                                                       Londel French, At-Large     612-230-6443 X 7
                                                                                       Meg Forney, At-Large        612-230-6443 X 8
    Stewart Recreation Center                                                          Latrisha Vetaw, At-Large    612-230-6443 X 9
    2700 12th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55407   Monday-Thursday, 3-9 pm
    612-370-4932                                Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
    stewart@minneapolisparks.org
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Contents

                                                                      Contents
The Minneapolis Park System
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) features             How to Use Your Parks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
251 park properties, including local and regional parks,              Nature Activities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
playgrounds, golf courses, gardens, picnic areas, biking and
walking paths, nature sanctuaries, 49 recreation centers and          Recreation Plus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
the 55-mile Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.                       Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion . . . . .9
The nine-member Board of Commissioners is an indepen-                 Preschool Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
dently elected, semi-autonomous body responsible for
maintaining and developing the Minneapolis Park system to             Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12-22
meet the needs of citizens of Minneapolis. This unique
                                                                      Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27
structure allows independent decision-making so the MPRB
can efficiently manage the park system and serve the diverse          Adult  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29
park and recreation needs of the city.
                                                                      Family Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31
Mission The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board shall
                                                                      Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-32
permanently preserve, protect, maintain, improve, and enhance
its natural resources, parkland, and recreational opportunities for   Cover photo: East Phillips Community Connect:
current and future generations.                                       Taste-O-Turkey event

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board exists to provide
places and recreation opportunities for all people to gather,
celebrate, contemplate, and engage in activities that promote
health, well-being, community, and the environment.

Ranked Best Park System
The Minneapolis Park System has been rated #1 in America by
the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore index among the 100 largest
U.S. cities.

                     ParkScore ratings are based equally on
                     three factors: park access (percent of
                     residents within one-half mile of a park);
                     park size (city size and percent of city area
                     dedicated to parks); and services and
                     investment (number of playgrounds and
                     per capita park spending).

Contact Us
To speak with someone in the Customer Service Department
about programs and services, call 612-230-6400.

Si aad ulahadasho qof Soomaali ku hadla warbixin ku saabsan
barnaamijyada iyo adeega beeraha raaxada ama parks-ka, fadlan
wac 612-230-6574.

Para hablar con un representante en español sobre los programas y
servicios que ofrece el parque, por favor de llamar el numero
612-230-6573.

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Facility Rental

    Renting your Parks and Recreation Centers
    We want you to use your park facilities to their full potential!
    Individuals and groups are encouraged to use the centers and
    park spaces for self-directed activities.

    Meeting Spaces
    We offer many types of meeting and open spaces throughout
    the entire park system for all your meeting needs. Groups may
    be public and/or private agencies, organizations, businesses, or
    more informal. There are different permit requirements and
    special use fees, depending on the use.

    Weddings and Receptions Hold your wedding ceremony
    at one of the park system’s many reservable, picturesque
    settings, including Lyndale Rose Garden, Minnehaha Park,
    the Mississippi Riverfront and Theodore Wirth Park.

    Birthday Parties Make your child’s birthday party special! We
    are committed to making your child’s birthday a fun and
    memorable event in the parks.

    Meetings and Conferences Let us host your next meeting,
    workshop or conference in one of the recreation centers.

    Courts and Fields
    No matter where you live in Minneapolis, you are never too far
    from a sports field or court. Hundreds of tennis and basketball
    courts are available, as well as fields for baseball, softball,
    cricket, football, field hockey, soccer, lacrosse, rugby and more.
    Most athletic fields may be rented for scheduled practices and
    games. Some parks offer single fields, and others offer multiple
    field sports complexes which can be rented for tournaments.
    Neiman Sports Complex features eight full-size soccer fields,
    two baseball fields, two youth baseball/fastpitch softball fields,
    and one adult softball field.

    Any user wishing to reserve an athletic facility must fill out and
    submit an application form found on the MPRB website. All
    MPRB owned facilities will be reserved through the following
    process:

    Ongoing blanket permits Permit reservations for multiple
    ongoing dates of usage or at regional facilities are permitted
    through the citywide permit coordinator in the Athletics and
    Aquatics Department.

    Week to week permits at park facilities Park facilities are
    permitted on a week to week basis through full-time recreation
    staff at recreation centers.

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ADA In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the
     Registration                                                   Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Minneapolis Park
                                                                    and Recreation Board will not discriminate against qualified
                                                                    individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
                                                                    services, programs, or activities.
    Three Ways to Register!
                                                                    How to Use this Catalog
    • Online: http://activenet.active.com/minneapolisparks
      using your Visa/MasterCard/Discover/American Express
      and your username and password.

    • Walk-In: Registrations are accepted in person at any
      recreation center in Minneapolis during business hours.

    • Over the phone: Available only for Visa/MasterCard/
      Discover/American Express payments. Call the MPRB
      Customer Service Department at 612-230-6400 or any            Refunds Refund requests must be submitted to the location
      recreation center during business hours and have your         or department where the program is being held. These
      credit card ready to register by phone.                       procedures include all recreation center programs.

                                                                    If the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) cancels a
                                                                    program, all registration fees will be fully refunded.
When to Register Registration will begin on August 3 at
12 pm (noon). Registration is required for all programs, trips      • Programs may be canceled due to low enrollment.
and free activities. You are not considered registered until        • If a program is canceled, every attempt will be made to
you have paid all fees and you receive a confirmation via             give registrants at least 48 hours’ notice.
email. When registering in person, ask for a receipt.               • Refunds will be offered for registrant conflicts that are
                                                                      due to schedule changes initiated by the MPRB
Class Transfers You may transfer classes with no fee
penalty and you must make them at least one week prior to           Refunds due to customer cancelation will be as follows:
the class start date assuming there is availability.
                                                                    In leu of reduced refunds or administrative fees charges, 100%
Missed Classes We do not issue refunds for missed classes           of the registration fee can be added on your account for future
or for quitting after the class start date.                         registration fees.

Up-to-the-Minute Activities New and fun activities are              • Cancellation of more than 15 business days beforethe start
sometimes added after this publication goes to print. Look          of the program: a full refund minus a $5 administrative fee.
on ActiveNet for the most up-to-date activities.                    • Cancellation of 8 to 15 business days before the start of the
                                                                       program: a 50% refund.
Fee Assistance The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board            • No refund will be given for cancellations 7 or less business
Fee Assistance Program assists Minneapolis residents when              days prior to the start of the program.
financial limitations occur. Eligibility for the program is         • If a cancellation is due to a medical reason or other family
determined by meeting the current income guidelines,                   circumstance, it can be reviewed by the full-time staff on a
completing an application and providing documentation.                 case-by-case basis.
Fee assistance is for the instructional portion of fees only and    • Refunds can only be made by a full-time certified staff.
not for supplies, extra fees, or admission costs for field trips.   • Fees for transfers from one MPRB program to another will
                                                                       be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may be allowed
Inclusion Support Services are available for children and
                                                                       without a penalty.
adults with disability related needs who participate in
                                                                    • If a program is canceled due to weather, refunds may be
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board programs. Please
                                                                       made on a case-by-case basis
contact the Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Coordinator
at the time of registration to discuss options for successful                 Absolutely no refunds will be given for
inclusion. Email inclusion@minneapolisparks.org, call                                 participant no-shows
612-499-9144, or use your preferred Telecommunications
Relay Service.

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Nature Activities

           Bird Watching
           Join a naturalist for bird watching in a Minneapolis Park!                            Neighborhood Nature
           Discover strategies for using binoculars, distinguish characteristics of bird types   Neighborhood Naturalists at
           through shapes, sounds, habitat and behavior, or learn about the Mississippi          your local City Parks!
           River Flyway as we walk the park.                                                     Providing weekly nature
           First Saturday of each month at North Mississippi Regional Park.                      themed programs for kids

           Every other Wednesday from 8:30am-10am at Kroening Interpretive Center.               Nature Nuts: ages 3-6
           Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced.          Jr. Naturalists: ages 6-12
                                                                                                 Naturalist Round-up: ages 0-18
           Hikes
           Get outside for a walk in the park with a naturalist guide.                           612-499-9407
           Explore different habitats such as woodlands, wetlands, prairie and river shore       minneapolisparks.org/nature
           to find out what’s happening in nature during the fall season.
           Trail Trekkers at Kroening Interpretive Center
           Sept 5, Oct 3 & Nov 7 Adults: 10am-11am Families: 11:15am-12:15pm.
                                                                                                 Eloise Butler
           Noticing Nature last Tuesdays 5pm-6pm at North Mississippi Regional Park.
                                                                                                 Wildflower Garden
           Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced.          Theodore Wirth Regional Park

                                                                                                   Open Seasonally
           Outdoor Explore                                                                         • 15 acres of biodiversity
           Come experience nature in autumn on a naturalist-led exploration!                       • 500 plant species
                                                                                                   • 130 bird species
           Learn about seasonal topics such as insects, mushrooms, or animal signs
           through investigation and discovery. Tune in to your senses during evening            612-370-4903
           excursions or guided meditations. Explore, experience and learn by doing.             minneapolisparks.org/ebwg
           Bonfire Bunch evenings at North Mississippi Sept 15, Oct 20, and Nov 17.
           Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced.          Kroening
                                                                                                 Interpretive Center
           Family Fun                                                                            North Mississippi Regional Park

           Bring the family out for some nature fun with a naturalist.                             Open year round
           Enjoy nature art projects, story time and outings through natural habitats.             • New exhibit area
                                                                                                   • New nature play space
           Family Funday Sundays each month at Kroening Interpretive Center.                       • Nature Birthday Parties
           Home School class 2nd Thursdays 1pm-3pm at Kroening Interpretive Center.
                                                                                                 School Release Days
           Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced.          8am-4pm for ages 6-12
                                                                                                 MEA Break: Oct 14-16
           Young Children                                                                        Animal Detectives: Nov 1
           Nature Tots                                                                           Winter Survival: Dec 21 - 23
           Every other Sunday at Kroening Interpretive Center 11:30am–12:30pm.                   Winter Break
           Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and other regional programs to be announced.          Frosty Fur Ball: Dec 28 - 31
           Nature Nuts                                                                           612-370-4844
           Play Groups at select neighborhood recreation centers.                                minneapolisparks.org/nmiss
           Story Strolls at Kroening Interpretive Center Wednesdays 9:15am-10:15am.

           Seasonal Highlights
             • Animal Masquerade Party 12:30-3pm Saturday, October 31 at Kroening Interpretive Center
             • Nature’s Black Friday Fun 11am-3pm Friday, November 27 at Kroening Interpretive Center
             • Winter Solstice Celebration 5–9 pm Saturday, December 19 at North Mississippi Regional Park

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Recreation Plus

    School Year 2020–2021
    Monday–Friday
    September 8, 2020 – June 11, 2021

                                                                      Questions:
                                                                      Margaret Jaeger, Child Development Manager
                                                                      Bryce Mack, Child Development Supervisor
                                                                      2117 West River Road
                                                                      Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411-2227
                                                                      612-230-6498
                                                                      612-370-4852

                                                                      recplus@minneapolisparks.org

                                                                      www.minneapolisparks.org/recplus

                                                                   Program Fees
                                                                   Before-School Rec Plus
                                                                   AM Early: 7:00–8:40 am										               $7.60/day
                                                                   AM Late: 7:00–9:40 am											              $10.20/day

                                                                   After-School Rec Plus
                                                                   PM Early: 2:00–6:00 pm                        $16.50/day
                                                                   PM Late: 3:10–6:00 pm 										              $11.35/day
    Affordable, Quality                                            School Release Days
    School-Age Childcare                                           7:00 am–6:00 pm 						 (Rec Plus clients) $40/day
    The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers Rec Plus                            (Release Day only) $44/day
    for children in kindergarten-6th (must have completed
    Kindergarten to participate) grades at neighborhood
    recreation centers. Rec Plus enables children to experience
    the positive benefits of a balanced recreation program and
    provides a safe environment that promotes healthy physical     Non-Minneapolis residents pay a non-resident rate of 50
    and social development.                                        percent more for leadership fees.

                                                                   Partial fee assistance is available for eligible Minneapolis
    Rec Plus operates before and after school, summer and on
                                                                   Residents. Qualifying families may also apply through
    school release days, depending on the site. The program
                                                                   the Hennepin County Child Care Assistance program.
    offers children opportunities to exercise, make new friends,
                                                                   Please contact your local park for more information.
    gain confidence and have fun. Activities include games and
    sports, arts and crafts, homework help, field trips and        The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is
    nutritious snacks.                                             and Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
                                                                   In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the
    Contact your desired Rec Plus site for availability and        American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the MPRB
    registration information. Full-time and part-time spots are    will not discriminate against qualified individuals with
    available. Space is limited per site. Rec Plus follows the     disabilities on the basis of disability in its services,
    Minneapolis Public Schools schedule.                           programs, or activities.

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Recreation Plus

Armatage Recreation Center                  Keewaydin Recreation Center             Northeast Recreation Center
RecPlusArmatage@minneapolisparks.org        RecPlusKeewaydin@minneapolisparks.org   RecPlusNortheast@minneapolisparks.org
2500 57th St W 55410                        3030 E 53rd St 55417                    1530 Johnson St NE 55413
612-370-4912                                612-370-4956                            612-370-4920
after school, release days, summer          before school, release days, summer     summer only

Audubon Recreation Center                   Kenwood Recreation Center               Sibley Recreation Center
RecPlusAudubon@minneapolisparks.org         RecPlusKenwood@minneapolisparks.org     RecPlusSibley@minneapolisparks.org
1320 29th Ave NE 55418                      2101 W Franklin Ave 55405               1900 E 40th St 55407
612-370-4910                                612-370-4941                            612-370-4954
before/after school, release days, summer   after school, release days, summer      after school, summer

Brackett Recreation Center                  Lake Nokomis Recreation Center          Waite Recreation Center
RecPlusBrackett@minneapolisparks.org        RecPlusNokomis@minneapolisparks.org     RecPlusWaite@minneapolisparks.org
2728 39th Ave S 55406                       2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy 55417             1810 34th Ave NE 55418
612-370-4924                                612-370-4923                            612-370-4959
after school, summer                        summer only                             before/after school, release days, summer

Bryant Square Recreation Center             Lynnhurst Recreation Center             Webber Recreation Center
RecPlusBryantSquare@minneapolisparks.org    RecPlusLynnhurst@minneapolisparks.org   RecPlusWebber@minneapolisparks.org
3101 Bryant Ave S 55408                     1345 Minnehaha Pkwy W 55419             4400 Dupont Ave N 55412
612-370-4907                                612-370-4914                            612-370-4916
after school, summer                        before/after school, release days       before/after school, release days, summer

Corcoran Recreation Center                  Matthews Recreation Center              Windom Recreation Center
RecPlusCorcoran@minneapolisparks.org        RecPlusMatthews@minneapolisparks.org    RecPlusWindom@minneapolisparks.org
3334 20th Ave S 55407                       2318 28th Ave S 55406                   2251 Hayes St NE 55418
612-370-4919                                612-370-4950                            612-370-4905
after school                                after school, release days, summer      after school

Fuller Recreation Center                    McRae Recreation Center
                                                                                    Release Days are an option for all
RecPlusFuller@minneapolisparks.org          RecPlusMcRae@minneapolisparks.org
                                                                                    children (including those not enrolled
4802 Grand Ave S 55419                      906 E 47th St 55407
                                                                                    in Rec Plus) who only need childcare
612-370-4963                                612-370-4909
                                                                                    on school release days. Space is
after school, summer                        after school, summer
                                                                                    limited and you must register a
                                                                                    minimum of two weeks in advance.
Harrison Recreation Center (NEW)
                                                                                    We offer nine school release day sites.
RecPlusHarrison@minneapolisparks.org
503 Irving Avenue North 55405
612-370-4951
after school, summer

Hiawatha School Park Recreation Center
RecPlusHiawathaSchoolPark@minneapolisparks.org
4305 E 42nd St 55406
612-370-4952
before/after school, release days, summer

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Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion
       The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers a wide variety of programs and events for people with disabilities.
       Register online at minneapolisparks.org/register and enter the activity title.
       Questions? Call 612-230-6478 or email sthorsen@minneapolisparks.org.
Adaptive Swim Lessons                                 Bonfire Bunch                                        Jammin’ at Northeast (Drop-In)
Adaptive Swim Lessons for youth and adults            Enjoy a bonfire, nature-inspired arts and crafts,    Get your groove on at our social program for
with disabilities will help you gain comfort and      guided nature walks, snacks and visiting with        adults with developmental disabilities. Once a
confidence in and around water as our trained         friends. It will be “bunches” of fun! This program   month, join your friends for a night of dancing
instructors facilitate games, skill building, and     takes place outside so please dress for the          and socializing to the best classic and new
water safety in a safe environment with peers.        weather.                                             dance jams. A light snack and beverage will be
                                                      Ages 18+: Tuesday 6–7:30pm                           provided.
Youth: Wednesdays 4–4:40pm
                                                                September 15, October 20                   Ages 18+: Third Saturday of the month 6–8pm,
       October 14–November 4 and
                                                      $5, pre-registration encouraged, but not                       September 19, October 17,
       November 11–December 2                                                                                        November 21, December 19
                                                      required
         Wednesdays 4:50–5:30pm                                                                            $5, Drop In
         October 14–November 4 and                    Kroening Interpretive Center
         November 11–December 2                       4900 North Mississippi Drive                         Northeast Recreation Center
                                                                                                           1530 Johnson Street Northeast
Adults: Fridays 11:20am–noon                          Trail Trekkers
        October 16–November 6 and
                                                      Spend the morning walkin’ or a rollin’ on            Family Fun at Coyle (Drop-In)
        November 13–December 4
                                                      park paths with a naturalist guide in search of      Parents and children meet weekly on Sundays
                                                      nature’s treasures during this program for adults    to chat and engage in various recreation
$28 Minneapolis residents, $42 non-residents          with developmental disabilities or families that     activities geared toward Somali families of
Phillips Community Center                             have children with disabilities. Use different       children with autism. A portion of the program
2323 11th Avenue South                                tools like binoculars and magnifying glasses to      will be dedicated to programming specifically
                                                      examine high up in the trees or down low under       for children and the other portion will engage
Youth Adaptive Sports Sampler                         logs. Come enjoy the exploration – who knows         families together in activities.
                                                      what we may find?                                    Ages 11 and under and their families:
Interactive fun for children of all ability levels.
Learn a variety of sports through games, drills       Ages 18+: Saturday 10–11am                           Sundays noon–2pm, year-round
and activities!                                                 September 5, October 3                     FREE, Drop-In
                                                      Families: Saturday 11:15 am–12:15 pm                 Coyle Community Center
Ages 5–12: Tuesdays 4–4:45 pm
                                                      (All Ages): September 5, October 3                   420 15th Avenue South
           October 6–November 3
$40 Minneapolis residents, $60 non-residents          FREE, but please pre-register
Matthews Recreation Center                            Kroening Interpretive Center                         Youth Adaptive Yoga
2318 29th Avenue South                                4900 North Mississippi Drive                         Adaptive Yoga for youth with disabilities is a
                                                                                                           new, free program! Our youth-centered and
Adaptive Open Gym (Drop In)                           Brunch and Bingo                                     experienced instructors will meet each child at
                                                      What is better than bingo and brunch? Enjoy a        their level while integrating games, breathing
Shooting hoops and other gym activities with                                                               techniques and playful poses.
your friends are good ways to get into shape          delicious brunch followed by bingo.
and have fun! This is an ActivePass Program           Ages 18+: Saturdays, 10am–noon                       All equipment provided. Please wear
for drop-in play. Get an ActivePass from front                                                             comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle to
desk staff. Youth under the age of 18 need a          $5; pre-registration required.                       each class.
guardian’s signature to receive a pass.               Register by calling 612-668-2478
                                                                                                           Youth: Mondays 6:15–7:15pm
                                                      Dates/Locations vary through the year                			October 5–November 2
Ages 13+: Second Saturday of the month,
            2–3:30pm, year-round                                                                           FREE, pre-registration required
FREE, Drop-In                                                                                              Brackett Recreation Center
Northeast Recreation Center                                                                                2728 29th Avenue South
1530 Johnson Street Northeast

    Recreation for everyone! Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is committed to making all of its programs accessible to anyone. Inclusion is
    individuals with and without disabilities participating in recreation activities simultaneously. Inclusive Recreation makes programs available
    to people with disabilities and benefits ALL participants. All MPRB programs are considered inclusive and welcome everyone. The Therapeutic
    Recreation staff will work with program staff, families, and individuals to provide support using individualized techniques and resources to
    enhance program participation without fundamentally altering the program. If you’ve registered for a program and are ready to complete the
    paperwork required to receive inclusion support, contact the Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Coordinator at 612-499-9144. Inclusion
    support must be requested at least two weeks prior to program start date.

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ACTIVITY GUIDE SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2020 - UPPER SOUTH SERVICE AREA BRACKETT EASTPHILLIPS ELLIOT HIAWATHASCHOOL
Health & Fitness
                                                                Tiny Tumblers
                                                                Learn the basics of tumbling in a safe, friendly
                                                                environment.
                           Arts                                 Ages 3-5     Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15
Music Monkeys                                                   Longfellow Rec Center
Join teacher Emily Sidorfsky as we shake the sillies out in
                                                                #110050 M 9/14 - 9/28              5:30pm - 6pm
this energetic movement and music class! Lots of singing
and recorded music, scarves, musical instruments, and           #110605 M 11/2 - 11/23 5:30pm - 6pm
other fun props! Your child will not only get lots of           #110051 M 10/5 - 10/26 5:30pm - 6pm
exercise and exposure to music, but will learn to follow
directions as well. This is the perfect class for parents to
get hands on interaction with their child while learning fun    Parent and Tot Indoor Playground
music and songs to use at home. This is a parent                Does your child have energy to burn? Explore a new world
participation program.                                          at our highly-interactive, drop-in style social playtime!
Ages 2-5      Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15         Playtime is a convenient way for young ones to burn off
Longfellow Rec Center                                           energy, socialize and develop motor skills. We think you'll
                                                                enjoy the social interaction too! It's fun, unstructured play
#110033 M 9/21 - 10/26 9:30am - 10:15am                         and a total sanity-saver. This is an unsupervised activity;
#110035 M 9/21 - 10/26 10:30am - 11:15am                        parents or a guardian must accompany their child(ren).
#110034 M 11/9 - 12/14 9:30am - 10:15am                         Ages 0-4           Res $20 / Non-Res $30
#110036 M 11/9 - 12/14 10:30am - 11:15am                        Matthews Rec Center
                                                                #110632 Sa                 9/12 - 11/21 10am - 11am
Pre-School Mixed Art                                            Longfellow Rec Center
Calling all mini Picasso's, Georgia O'Keefe's and Bob Ross's!   #110037 M Tu Th            9/14 - 12/17 10:30am - 12pm
We have a new class for the youngest of artist's to get         Phillips Rec Center
their creativity on. Our cool instructor Ms. Kirsten has        #109181 M                  9/14 - 12/14 10am - 12pm
years of experience working with preschoolers and mixed
media. The class will create using plaster, painting, paper
mache & more! All children must be able to use the                                       Sports
bathroom independently.                                         Mini Kickers Soccer
Ages 3-5            Res $35 / Non-Res $50                       Learn the fundamental skills of soccer and meet new
Brackett Rec Center                                             friends. This program builds self-esteem and confidence
#111373 W 9/9 - 10/7 10:30am - 12pm                             by learning skills through fun games and team interaction.
                                                                Get out there and get your kicks!
                                                                Ages 3-4      Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $15
Pre-School Pottery                                              Hiawatha School Rec Center
Little hands can create beautiful pieces of pottery! The        #109492 M 9/21 - 10/26 5:30pm - 6:15pm
tiny potters will be given clay and from there its all up to
their imaginations as to what they can make. They will be
gently yet expertly guided through the process by our           Youth Flag Football: 6U Open Elliot
highly talented and experienced instructor, Ms. Kirsten.
This class includes the clay, the firings and the painting of   Every NFL Player started somewhere! Learn basic football
their pieces. All children must be able to use the bathroom     plays, offensive and defensive skills and concepts while
independently.                                                  enjoying catching drills, route running, man-to-man
                                                                coverage all in a non-contact, fun and energetic
Ages 3-5            Res $35 / Non-Res $50                       environment. Drills, fun games and team interaction are
Brackett Rec Center                                             used to teach the fundamentals of flag football. This
#111374 W 10/21 - 11/18 10:30am - 12pm                          program builds football skills, emphasizes teamwork and
                                                                sportsmanship, and promotes fair play.
                                                                Ages 5-6           Supply Fee $10
                                                                Elliot Rec Center
                                                                #110983 Tu W Th 10/6 - 10/22 6pm - 7pm
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Water Recreation
                                                              PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Parent Tot
RevSports: Soccer                                             Parent Tot is a class for children ages 6 months to 4
                                                              accompanied by a parent. Participates focus on water
These classes will be offered in a socially distant way for   adjustment activities and supported movements.
the the current COVID19 environment. These classes will
have a limited class size to respect appropriate social       Ages 0-3           Res $28 / Non-Res $42
distancing. Please reference RevSports.org for more           Phillips Aquatics Center
information. This is a fun, active, RevSports instructional   #106580 Tu 9/15 - 10/6                11:10am - 11:40am
soccer class that focuses on individual player
                                                              #106579 Th 9/17 - 10/8                11:10am - 11:40am
development. Each day will focus on a topic building on
the previous topic, including dribbling, shooting,            #106683 Tu 10/13 - 11/3               11:10am - 11:40am
defending, passing, and more. This is a parent involved       #106682 Th 10/15 - 11/5               11:10am - 11:40am
class. No class September 7 - Labor Day.                      #108392 Tu 11/10 - 12/1               11:10am - 11:40am
TotStars                                                      #108391 Th 11/12 - 12/10 11:10am - 11:40am
Ages 2-3        Res $59 / Non-Res $67
Longfellow Rec Center                                         PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Pre- Level 1
#108353 M 8/10 - 9/14 5pm - 5:30pm                            Pre- Level 1 is an introduction swimming lesson for ages 3
#111564 M 9/21 - 10/19 5pm - 5:30pm                           to 5 year olds. Water adjustment and further skills
Matthews Rec Center                                           involving movement in the water will be taught along with
                                                              combined skills for basic forms of swimming and
#111573 Th 8/13 - 9/10 5:20pm - 5:50pm                        appropriate water safety skills.
#111576 Th 9/17 - 10/22 5:20pm - 5:50pm                       Ages 2-5            Res $28 / Non-Res $42
                                                              Phillips Aquatics Center
PreStars                                                      #106581 M 9/14 - 10/5               5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 3-5        Res $59 / Non-Res $67                         #106586 W 9/16 - 10/7               5:40pm - 6:20pm
Longfellow Rec Center                                         #106583 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 11:10am - 11:50am
#108354 M 8/10 - 9/14          5:30pm - 6:10pm                #106582 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 10:20am - 11am
#111565 M 9/21 - 10/19 5:30pm - 6:10pm
#111570 M 11/2 - 11/30 5:30pm - 6:10pm                        #106685     M     10/12 - 11/2    5:40pm - 6:20pm
Matthews Rec Center                                           #106690     W     10/14 - 11/4    5:40pm - 6:20pm
#111574 Th 8/13 - 9/10         6pm - 6:40pm                   #106686     Sa    10/17 - 11/7    10:20am - 11am
#111577 Th 9/17 - 10/22 6pm - 6:40pm                          #106687     Sa    10/17 - 11/7    11:10am - 11:50am

KinderStars                                                   #108394     M     11/9 - 11/30    5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 4-6        Res $59 / Non-Res $67                         #108398     W     11/11 - 12/2    5:40pm - 6:20pm
Longfellow Rec Center                                         #108395     Sa    11/14 - 12/5    10:20am - 11am
#108355 M 8/10 - 9/14          6:15pm - 6:55pm                #108396     Sa    11/14 - 12/5    11:10am - 11:50am
#111571 M 11/2 - 11/30 6:20pm - 7pm
#111566 M 9/21 - 10/19 6:20pm - 7pm

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Mentoring & Development
                                                                Little Hawks Preschool
                                                                Join us for learning and fun. This program will help your
PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Level 1+ 2                               child learn important concepts like problem solving,
Level 1 and 2 is an introduction to swimming lessons for        cooperation, hand-eye coordination, observation, sorting,
ages 4 to 7 year olds. This class is designed for students to   listening, and many other skills to strengthen development
learn fundamental swimming, stroke introduction, and            and prepare your Little Hawk for kindergarten. Children
water safety skills.                                            must be able to use the bathroom independently. Lunch
Ages 4-7           Res $28 / Non-Res $42                        and drink required each day from home.
Phillips Aquatics Center                                        Ages 3-5        Res $320 / Non-Res $480 / Supply Fee $75
#106571 M 9/14 - 10/12 6:30pm - 7:10pm                          Hiawatha School Rec Center
#106574 Tu 9/15 - 10/6               6:40pm - 7:20pm            #109489 Tu 9/8 - 12/15                      9am - 3pm
#106584 W 9/16 - 10/7                 5:40pm - 6:20pm           #109490 W 9/9 - 12/16                       9am - 3pm
                                                                #109488 Th 9/10 - 12/17                     9am - 3pm
#106573      Th    9/17 - 10/8      6:40pm - 7:20pm             #109487 M 9/14 - 12/14                      9am - 3pm
#106572      Sa    9/19 - 10/10     10:20am - 11am
#106575      W     9/23 - 10/14     6:30pm - 7:10pm

#106673      M     10/12 - 11/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm
#106677      Tu    10/13 - 11/3 6:40pm - 7:20pm                              Cooking & Nutrition
#106678      W     10/14 - 11/4 5:40pm - 6:20pm                 Youthline: Culture in the Kitchen
                                                                In Stewart Park's Culture in the Kitchen we will explore
#106674      W     10/14 - 11/4     6:30pm - 7:10pm             different cultures through cooking and baking! Each week
                                                                we will try out a new recipe from around the world and
#106676      Th    10/15 - 11/5     6:40pm - 7:20pm             learn a variety of ways to cook and bake. We will explore
#106675      Sa    10/17 - 11/7     10:20am - 11am              these cultures through the food we make and have
                                                                conversations about our own traditions as well as
#108381      M     11/9 - 11/30     6:30pm - 7:10pm             traditions from other cultures. At the end of the program
                                                                we will visit local restaurants and talk with chefs about
#108385      Tu    11/10 - 12/1     6:40pm - 7:20pm             their journey with cooking.
#108386      W     11/11 - 12/2     5:40pm - 6:20pm             Ages 10-16             Free
                                                                Stewart Rec Center
#108382      W     11/11 - 12/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm                 #110574 W 9/16 - 12/16 5pm - 8:30pm
#108384      Th    11/12 - 12/10 6:40pm - 7:20pm
#108383      Sa    11/14 - 12/5 10:20am - 11am
                                                                Cooking
                                                                Put on an apron, step into the kitchen and let's learn to
                                                                cook! Nothing brings people together like good food. Gain
                                                                experience by making delicious, yet healthy snacks, meals,
                                                                and beverages. With an emphasis on safety and creativity,
                                                                the kitchen becomes a place of connection and building
                                                                community. In addition, cooking provides an opportunity
                                                                to increase hand-eye coordination and dexterity
                                                                continuously improve lifelong skills.
                                                                East Phillips Rec Center
                                                                Ages 6-11          Free
                                                                #111469 W 9/23 - 12/16 5:30pm - 7pm
                                                                Stewart Rec Center
                                                                Ages 9-11         Res $15 / Non-Res $22.50
                                                                #105994 F 10/2 - 11/20 5pm - 6:30pm
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Crafty Class
                                                                Encourage your little artist to explore the messier side of
                                                                art in a big way, during school out days! Create enormous
BBQ with "Q"                                                    works of art while enjoying many sensory experiences
Join us for a BBQ, get to know your neighbors, have some        while you paint, sculpt, scribble and giggle your way to
food, play some games, listen to music, enjoy children's        discovering a grander scale of art.
activities and gather community information. *Please pre-       Ags 8-10           Res $10 / Non-Res $15
register to participate.                                        Stewart Rec Center
Ages 11-17           Free                                       #105995 Sa 10/10 - 11/28 1pm - 2:30pm
Phillips Rec Center
#109170 F 10/9 - 12/11 5pm - 7pm                                Cookie Decorating
                                                                First day of winter break is here! Come on over to Brackett
Community Connect: Taste-O-Turkey                               Park for laughter and creativity as you decorate cookies
Come join us for an afternoon of the fall dinner festivity.     that you can take home to share or enjoy all by yourself!
Open-face turkey sandwich, stuffing, gravy, mashed              Cookies will be baked and each decorator will go home
potatoes, and maybe desert. All kids welcome.                   with a dozen.
Ages 11-17          Free                                        Ages 6-13           Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
East Phillips Rec Center                                        Brackett Rec Center
#111454 F 11/20             6:30pm - 7:30pm                     #111366 M 12/21 1:30pm - 4pm

                           Arts                                 New Year's Eve Craft
Children's Pottery                                              New Year's Eve is upon us its time to create your very own
Bring your imagination and talents to our pottery class.        noise makers, tiaras, flowers and other festive creations!
Our very experienced instructor Ms. Kirsten will gently         Ages 6-13          Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
guide both the novice and the advanced through the              Brackett Rec Center
process from clay to a finished object that you created!
                                                                #111371 W 12/30 2pm - 3:30pm
Ages 6-11          Res $35 / Non-Res $50
Brackett Rec Center
#111362 W 9/9 - 12/16 3:30pm - 4:30pm                                            Health & Fitness
#111363 W 9/9 - 12/16 4:30pm - 5:30pm                           Youth Open Basketball
                                                                Lace up your shoes for pick-up basketball games arranged
Creative Expression                                             by the players. Work to improve your jump shot, meet
                                                                new friends, get into shape or take a break from the TV or
Express yourself in new and exciting ways with paint,
                                                                video games. Whatever the reason, Open Basketball is the
color, paper, clay, and other media. Staff will help you find
                                                                perfect break to your day!
your hidden skills and talents through crafts. Take home
and show off your creation to friends and family. Invite        Ages 6-11           Free
them to join you in the next session!                           East Phillips Rec Center
Ages 5-17            Free                                       #111482 M Tu W Th 9/8 - 12/17 3pm - 4pm
Elliot Rec Center
#110972 Th 9/17 - 12/17 6pm - 8pm                               Youth Open Soccer
                                                                Come join your friends for some indoor soccer gym time.
                                                                Practice your shot, dribbling skills and learn some new
                                                                skills to enhance your game.
                                                                Ages 6-13           Free
                                                                Phillips Rec Center
                                                                #109193 W F Sa 9/9 - 12/19                  3pm - 4pm
                                                                East Phillips Rec Center
                                                                #111492 W F             10/21 - 12/16 7pm - 8:30pm
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Basketball 8U Open Gym
                                                            Every Saturday we will lower the rims so you can work on
                                                            fundamentals with your child.
Elementary Open Gym                                         Ages 5-7        Free
Floor hockey, basketball, soccer, you decide what you       Longfellow Rec Center
want to do. Open gym time for elementary aged children      #110025 Sa 9/19 - 12/26 10am - 11:30am
only. Parents are welcome to join in on the fun.
Ages 6-11          Free
Phillips Rec Center                                         Kung Fu
                                                            Practice and learn a Kung Fu style from a North System of
#109174 M Tu Th 9/14 - 12/17 3pm - 6pm
                                                            the Praying Mantis. It is characterized by its strength,
Stewart Rec Center                                          agility and rapid movements. This practice increases self-
#106000 Tu Th            9/15 - 12/17 3pm - 4:30pm          defense, character, self esteem and confidence, it is
                                                            designed to strengthen the body and mind.
                                                            Ages 7-14          Res $26 / Non-Res $39
Beginning Tumbling
                                                            East Phillips Rec Center
Emphasis on beginning tumbling techniques in a fun and
creative structured setting.                                #111494 M W 9/21 - 12/16 7pm - 7:55pm
Ages 5-8      Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $20
Longfellow Rec Center                                       Sporty Saturday
#110026 M 9/14 - 9/28            6pm - 6:45pm               Join us for an afternoon filled of excitement, competition,
#110027 M 10/5 - 10/26 6pm - 6:45pm                         and leisure. Kickball, Freeze Tag, Dodge Ball, Basketball,
                                                            Ultimate Frisbee, Relay Races and much more. Check it
#110606 M 11/2 - 11/23 6pm - 6:45pm                         out, you are guaranteed to have a lot of fun!
                                                            Ages 9-14           Free
Intermediate Tumbling                                       Stewart Rec Center
This class will emphasize basic tumbling techniques in a    #106001 Sa 10/3 - 12/19 10am - 11:30am
fun and creative structured setting. Please wear
comfortable clothes to class.
Ages 6-9        Res $25 / Non-Res $37.50 / Supply Fee $20
                                                            Adaptive Youth Yoga
                                                            Register now for our NEW Adaptive Yoga for Youth with
Longfellow Rec Center
                                                            disabilities!Our youth-centered and experienced
#110030 M 9/14 - 9/28              6:45pm - 7:30pm          instructors will meet each child at their level while
#110031 M 10/5 - 10/26 6:45pm - 7:30pm                      integrating games, breathing techniques and playful poses.
#110607 M 11/2 - 11/23 6:45pm - 7:30pm                      All equipment is provided.
                                                            Ages 5-16           Free
                                                            Brackett Rec Center
2-B Fit
                                                            #111386 M 10/5 - 11/2 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Come and join our 2-B Fit program this fall! Activities
include kickball and soccer and will be led by staff.
Physical activity promotes improved health and supports     School Relase Day: Open Gym
better learning, relationship building, and self            Lace up your shoes for pick-up basketball games arranged
empowerment.                                                by the players. Work to improve your jump shot, meet
Ages 9-11           Res $10 / Non-Res $15                   new friends, get into shape or take a break from the TV or
Stewart Rec Center                                          video games.
#105991 Sa 9/19 - 11/28 2pm - 4pm                           Ages 9-17           Free
                                                            Matthews Rec Center
                                                            #110644 M W 12/21 - 12/30               12pm - 2pm
                                                            Longfellow Rec Center
                                                            #110056 M - F 12/28 - 1/4/2021 12:15pm - 2:30pm

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Hiawatha School Rec Center
                                                            #109509 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Blue
                                                            #109511 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Orange
                                                            #109510 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 11am - 1pm - Green
                        Sports                              Longfellow Rec Center
Youth Soccer: 6U Open                                       #110064 W Sa 9/9 - 10/23 11am - 1pm - Blue
This program is the introduction to team soccer. Players
will be taught developmentally appropriate methods and
                                                            #110065 W Sa 9/9 - 10/24 11am - 1pm - Yellow
soccer skills through fun games and team interaction .      #110063 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 11am - 1pm - Red
Also, players will be introduced to competition against     Stewart Rec Center
other MPRB teams. This program is designed to build self-   #111724 Tu 8/25 - 10/20 6:30pm - 7:30pm
esteem and confidence, while promoting sportsmanship
and fair play. Get out there and get your kicks! We are
looking for VOLUNTEER coaches! if interested, we will       Youth Soccer: 8U GIRLS
waive your child's fee.                                     Players will enhance their soccer skills and have an
Ages 5-6           Supply Fee $35                           opportunity to compete against other Girls MPRB teams
Matthews Rec Center                                         in their area. Along with being taught developmentally
#111099 Th Sa 9/3 - 10/24 9am – 11am                        appropriate methods and soccer skills through fun games
                                                            and team interaction. This program is designed to build
Brackett Rec Center                                         self-esteem and confidence, while promoting
#111390 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 9am – 11am                         sportsmanship and fair play. Get out there and get your
Longfellow Rec Center                                       kicks!
#110060 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am -Green                  Ages 7-8          Supply Fee $35
#110061 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Yellow                Matthews Rec Center
Hiawatha School Rec Center                                  #111091 Tu F 9/1 - 10/23 6pm - 9pm
#109505 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Blue                  Brackett Rec Center
#109507 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Orange                #111392 Tu F 9/8 - 10/30 6pm - 9pm
#109506 W Sa 9/9 - 10/31 9am – 11am - Green                 Hiawatha School Rec Center
Elliot Rec Center                                           #109508 Tu F 9/8 - 10/23 6pm - 9pm
#110985 Sa 9/19 - 10/24 9am – 11am                          Longfellow Rec Center
Stewart Rec Center                                          #110062 Tu F 9/8 - 10/30 6pm - 9pm
#111723 Tu 8/25 - 10/20 5:30pm - 6:30pm
                                                            Youth Flag Football: 8U Open
Youth Soccer: 8U Open                                       Every NFL Player started somewhere! Learn basic football
                                                            plays, offensive and defensive skills and concepts while
Players will enhance their soccer skills and have an        enjoying catching drills, route running, man-to-man
opportunity to compete against other MPRB teams in their    coverage all in a non-contact, fun and energetic
area. This soccer program includes implementation of        environment. Drills, fun games and team interaction are
developmentally appropriate methods in soccer skills        used to teach the fundamentals of flag football. This
through fun games and team interaction. This program is     program builds football skills, emphasizes teamwork and
designed to build self-esteem and confidence, while         sportsmanship, and promotes fair play.
promoting sportsmanship and fair play. Get our there and
get your kicks!                                             Ages 7-8           Supply Fee $10
Ages 7-8          Supply Fee $35                            Elliot Rec Center
Matthews Rec Center                                         #110984 Tu W Th 9/29 - 10/22 7pm - 8pm
#111100 Th Sa 9/3 - 10/24 11am - 1pm
Brackett Rec Center
#111393 W Sa 9/9 - 10/21 11am - 1pm
Elliot Rec Center
#110986 Sa            9/19 - 10/31 10am - 2pm

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MightyStars
                                                                  Ages 6-9        Res $59 / Non-Res $67
                                                                  Longfellow Rec Center
Preseason Basketball Camp
                                                                  #108356 M 8/10 - 9/14          7pm - 7:45pm
Looking for to get in shape before the season begins?
Come on down and work on your basketball skills! We'll            #111568 M 9/21 - 10/19 7:10pm - 7:55pm
have coaches on hand to run through drills working with           #111572 M 11/2 - 11/30 7:10pm - 7:55pm
kids on shooting, passing, dribbling, defense and
rebounding. There's always room for improvement, so
come on down and get a jump on your competition!
Ages 8-16           Free                                          SkillStars
Phillips Rec Center                                               Ages 9-12        Res $59 / Non-Res $67
#109186 Sa 9/12 - 10/24 2pm - 4pm                                 Longfellow Rec Center
                                                                  #108357 M 8/10 - 9/14         7:45pm - 8:30pm
Soccer Training & Futsal Free Play I                              #111569 M 9/21 - 10/19 7:10pm - 7:55pm
Soccer training and futsal free play with Coach Pete is
designed for motivated middle school-aged players
(grades 6-8) who have participated in recreational or
competitive soccer and are looking to improve their skills.
We will focus on developing athletic, technical and ball
handling skills that will allow players to play with more
confidence and creativity. Each 90-minute intensive
training will consist of speed, strength, and agility training;
technical/skill-building; and small-sided futsal play. Players
should bring a soccer ball and clean indoor soccer or court
shoes.
Ages 10-13            Res $70 / Non-Res $105
Matthews Rec Center
#110653 Tu 11/17 - 12/22 6pm - 7:30pm

RevSports: Soccer
This class will be offered in a socially distant way for the
the current COVID19 environment. This class will have a
limited class size to respect appropriate social distancing.
Please reference RevSports.org for more information. This
is a fun, active, RevSports instructional soccer class that
focuses on individual player development. Each day will
focus on a topic building on the previous topic, including
dribbling, shooting, defending, passing, and more.
No class September 7 - Labor Day.
MiniStars
Ages 5-7        Res $59 / Non-Res $67
Longfellow Rec Center
#111567 M 9/21 - 10/19 6:20pm - 7pm
Matthews Rec Center
#111575 Th 8/13 - 9/10         6:50pm - 7:35pm
#111578 Th 9/17 - 10/22 6:50pm - 7:35pm

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Youth

Citywide Youth Sports Leagues                                      Sports Leagues by Season
                                                                   Note that practices may start 14-30 days prior to the month
The MPRB Athletic, Aquatics and Ice Arena Department
                                                                   indicated, depending upon the site.
provides positive recreation experiences for youth ages 9-18.
These experiences help our youth develop new physical and
social skills in a fun, participatory and safe environment           Fall Sports
under the guidance of knowledgeable and supportive
                                                                     Football (August-November)
coaches. In this way Youth Sports programs contribute to the
                                                                     •   11U Flag: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
individual’s physical, social, emotional, cultural and educa-
                                                                     •   13U Flag: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
tional growth and development.
                                                                     •   15U Flag: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
Registration Information                                             •   18U Flag: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05
For more information, stop in or call your local park. You may       •   10U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/09-11/15/11
need to register directly through a specific activity council        •   11U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/08-11/15/09
(separate from but in cooperation with parks).                       •   12U Tackle: birthdates 11/16/07-11/15/08
                                                                     •   14U Tackle: birthdates 6/1/06-11/15/07
FAQ
Will I need to purchase additional equipment in order                Soccer (mid August-October)
for my child to participate?                                         •   11U: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
Equipment needs vary by sport and/or Recreation Center.              •   13U: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
Please check with your Recreation Center prior to registra-          •   15U: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
tion.                                                                •   18U: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05

                                                                     Volleyball (October-December)
How is my child’s age division determined?
                                                                     •   11U: birthdates 9/1/09-9/1/11
By pre-established age guidelines set by the Youth Sports
                                                                     •   13U: birthdates 9/1/07-9/1/09
Department. Age verification in the form of a birth certificate,
                                                                     •   15U: birthdates 9/1/05-9/1/07
baptismal certificate, immunization card, certification from
                                                                     •   18U: birthdates 9/1/02-9/1/05
school administration, etc. is required for participation.

How many days per week will my child practice?
On average, the team will practice 1-2 times per week.

How many games will my child play?
On average, the team will play games 1-3 times per week,
for a total of 8-12 games per season.
                                                                     Winter Sports
Where will my child practice and play games?                         Basketball (January-early March)
Practices will take place at your recreation center or at a
                                                                     Hockey (January-February)
nearby facility. The majority of games will be played within
the city limits of Minneapolis.                                      Wrestling (January-March)

How will I receive information about practices and
games? Information about practices and games will come               Summer Sports
from your recreation center. Game information will also be
available online at www.teamsideline.com/minneap-                    RBI baseball (mid May-July)
olisparks.                                                           RBI softball (mid May-July)
                                                                     Track (mid May-mid July)
How will I know if a practice or game is cancelled?
Practice cancellation information will be provided by your           Tennis (July)
recreation center.

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Youth

* The Recreation Center collaborates with an activity council to offer sports leagues.

            If a team does not have enough players,
                    we may combine teams.

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Archery in the Parks
                                                                Learn the 11 steps to archery success. Certified instructors
                                                                will determine student's dominant eye, teach proper
                                                                archer form, shot execution, and follow-through. Class will
            Hobbies, Clubs Games                                be held indoors following the National Archery in Schools
Community Chess                                                 Program regimen taught in over 12,000 schools
                                                                throughout the country.
New to chess or looking for a challenging game? All ages
and levels are welcome. Bring your own chess set and            Ages 8-12        Res $10 / Non-Res $15 / Supply Fee $10
clock or check one out from Matthews Park front desk.           Matthews Rec Center
This program is in partnership with the Seward Montessori       #110626 Th 9/17 - 10/15 4pm - 5pm
Chess Club. Seward Montessori Chess Club coaches and
volunteers may be available for questions and instruction
                                                                Longfellow Rec Center
for parts of these sessions. This is a free, drop-in program    #110023 W 10/7 - 10/28 6pm - 7pm
and no registration is required. Participants under the age
of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
                                                                Around the Campfire
Ages 6-14           Free
                                                                From the beginning of time, people have told stories --
Matthews Rec Center                                             regaling their friends and families with tales of
#110627 Th 9/10 - 12/17 5:30pm - 7pm                            adventure, come join us for a night around the campfire
                                                                ready to hear some stories told by the staff about some of
                                                                their adventures some of the stories may be truths,
Dinner and a movie                                              exaggerations, and nothing more than tall tales.
Take a break, kick your feet up and catch a flick with fellow   Ages 5-17           Free
movie fans. Reserve your spot for dinner and a movie.
                                                                East Phillips Rec Center
Ages 5-12           Res $8 / Non-Res $12
                                                                #111388 F 10/16              6:30pm - 8pm
Hiawatha School Rec Center
#109485 F 9/11               6pm - 9pm
#109482 F 9/25               6pm - 9pm
                                                                Pumpkin Carving
                                                                Carve and/or decorate a pumpkin with Rec Plus. Youth
#109484 F 10/9               6pm - 9pm                          will be able to take a pumpkin home that they carve or
#109479 F 10/23              6pm - 9pm                          decorate. Get creative with us and get ready for
#109478 F 11/20              6pm - 9pm                          Halloween.
#109477 F 12/4               6pm - 9pm                          Ages 5-12          Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50 / Supply Fee $5
#109475 F 12/18              6pm - 9pm                          Hiawatha School Rec Center
                                                                #109500 Th 10/29 10am - 12pm
Youthline: Dungeons and Dragons Club                            Elliot Rec Center
Youth participants come together to enjoy this role-playing     #110978 F           10/30 2pm - 4pm
game while participating in camaraderie, strategy, team
work and yes, even arguments, which can sometimes be            School Release Day Tournaments
hilarious as long as they are in good fun!
                                                                Join us for some tournament fun on this school release
Ages 11-16            Free                                      day. We will have table tennis, bumper pool, and dodge
Stewart Rec Center                                              ball tournaments.
#110604 M 9/21 - 12/7 4pm - 7pm                                 All Ages         Free
                                                                Elliot Rec Center
                                                                #110977 Th 10/29             2pm - 7pm

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Water Recreation
                                                              PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Youth beginner
Festival of Lights                                            Youth Beginner is an introduction to swimming lessons for
Come and join us for this celebration at East Phillips        ages 10 to 14. This class is designed for students with little
Community Center, in observance of the quiet and dark         to no swimming experience to learn basic water safety
of winter, the solstice. Crafts, activities, stories,         skills and stroke technique. It allows adolescent beginners
refreshments and time to enjoy and respect this season        to learn with their peers and is designed to adapt to the
with friends.                                                 needs of the participants. Students will work on improving
Ages 5-17           Free                                      their water competency and confidence.
East Phillips Rec Center                                      Ages 10-14            Res $28 / Non-Res $42
#111389 F 12/18                6:30pm - 8pm                   Phillips Aquatics Center
                                                              #106589 M 9/14 - 10/5                6:30pm - 7:10pm
                                                              #106691 M 10/12 - 11/2 6:30pm - 7:10pm
Winter Break Movie and Pizza
                                                              #108399 M 11/9 - 11/30 6:30pm - 7:10pm
Join us for school release day fun. You can make your own
pizza and we will bake it while watching a movie.
Ages 7-9           Res $2 / Non-Res $4                        PAC Swim Lessons Fall: Level 3+4
Longfellow Rec Center                                         In Level 3 and 4, students will increase swimming skills,
#110055 M 12/28                    1pm - 2:30pm               further stroke development, and practice deep water
                                                              safety. Students develop confidence in strokes and safety
#110054 M 1/4/2021                 1pm - 2:30pm               skills beyond earlier levels.
                                                              Ages 6-14           Res $28 / Non-Res $42
School Release Day: Sledding & S'Mores                        Phillips Aquatics Center
Bring your sled and your friends to the park and we will      #106576 M 9/14 - 10/5               5:40pm - 6:20pm
spend a lot of time laughing and sledding down Brackett's     #106585 Tu 9/15 - 10/6 6:40pm - 7:20pm
awesome hill. When we are done we will head to kitchen
and make some yummy s'mores and hot chocolate!                #106570 W 9/16 - 10/7               5:40pm - 6:20pm
Ages 8-13          Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50                     #106578 Th 9/17 - 10/8              6:40pm - 7:20pm
Brackett Rec Center                                           #106577 Sa 9/19 - 10/10 11:10am - 11:50am
#111376 Tu 12/29                      2pm - 4pm
                                                              #106679      M     10/12 - 11/2     5:40pm - 6:20pm
Holiday Break: Movie & Popcorn                                #106689      Tu    10/13 - 11/3     6:40pm - 7:20pm
Friday night at the movies! We are featuring the holiday      #106681      W     10/14 - 11/4     6:30pm - 7:10pm
classic: "Elf!"There will also be popcorn with a variety of   #106688      Th    10/15 - 11/5     6:40pm - 7:20pm
toppings!                                                     #106680      Sa    10/17 - 11/7     11:10am - 11:50am
Ages 6-13            Res $5 / Non-Res $7.50
Brackett Rec Center                                           #108387      M     11/9 - 11/30  5:40pm - 6:20pm
#111370 W 12/30 6:30pm - 9pm                                  #108397      Tu    11/10 - 12/1  6:40pm - 7:20pm
                                                              #108390      W     11/11 - 12/2   6:30pm - 7:10pm
                                                              #108389      Th    11/12 - 12/10 6:40pm - 7:20pm
                                                              #108388      Sa    11/14 - 12/5  11:10am - 11:50am

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Girls Program
                                                             Facilitated by a park staff, girls will participate in a variety
                                                             of life skills building and leadership development activities.
                                                             Ages 9-12              Free
                                                             Elliot Rec Center
Jr. Swim Club Fall                                           #110973 W 9/9 - 12/23 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board (MPRB) will
host a youth swim club at Phillips Aquatics Center (PAC).    Boys Program
Learn foundations of water safety, swimming techniques,
and develop the discipline that comes with being on a        Facilitated by a park staff, boys will participate in a variety
swim team. Practices are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-     of life skills building and leadership development activities.
6:30pm. Varied swim abilities welcome.                       Ages 9-12              Free
Ages 7-16          Res $21 / Non-Res $33                     Elliot Rec Center
Phillips Aquatics Center                                     #110968 Th 9/10 - 12/17 5:30pm - 7:30pm
#108375 Tu Th 9/15 - 10/29 5:30pm - 6:30pm
#110965 Tu Th 11/3 - 12/17 5:30pm - 6:30pm                   Young Builders and Designers Bank Design
                                                             Workshop
Youth Adaptive                                               Our Fall Bank Design Competition is a dynamic approach
Youth Adaptive Swim Lessons focus on water comfort,          to learning and fun! We will meet throughout the Twin
enjoyment, and basic water safety strategies for youth       Cities and each team will be posed with the challenge of
with cognitive and/or physical disabilities.                 building a Financial Institution worthy of your business!
Ages 0-16          Res $28 / Non-Res $42                     Kids ages k-8 can sign up for a team and we are looking
                                                             for a high school student to be a project manager on the
Phillips Aquatics Center                                     team. Learn about architecture, history and the financial
#108370 W 10/14 - 11/4                 4pm - 4:40pm          banking industry. LEGO(R) Parts will be loaned for the
#108371 W 10/14 - 11/4                 4:50pm - 5:30pm       model build and the price of the workshop includes entry
                                                             into the competition at the LEGO(R) Store on November
#108373 W 11/11 - 12/2                 4pm - 4:40pm          12th. The team at Hiawatha School Park will be meeting
#108374 W 11/11 - 12/2                 4:50pm - 5:30pm       from 6-7pm on October 30th and November 6th. The cost
                                                             for the workshops is $30. For more information or to sign
                                                             up, contact Brian at: 612-834-5219
        Mentoring & Development                              Ages 6-14           Res $30 / Non-Res $45
Homework Help                                                Longfellow Rec Center
We provide the time, the place, and the assistance to        #110059 Tu 11/17                      6:30pm - 8:30pm
ensure your child completes their homework completely
and correctly. Our friendly staff is available to help you
tackle your homework so that you succeed in school. We                      Language & Culture
assist with homework, practice basic skills, or help in
studying for an upcoming test.                               Ecuadorian Folk Dance
Ages 6-11           Free                                     Come and join us for an evening of Ecuadorian folk dance
                                                             with hip-swaying action that the weight shift creates.
Phillips Rec Center                                          Learn the critical basic movement of stepping forward or
#109180 M Tu W Th 9/8 - 12/17                 4:30pm - 6pm   backward and shifting weight between feet. Instuctor is
Stewart Rec Center                                           Segundo Chogllo, an expert in traditional Latin dance. The
#110580 M W               10/12 - 12/16 2pm - 4:30pm         group learns a variety of songs to be performed at local
                                                             community events. Space is limited so sign up for your
                                                             spot soon!
                                                             Ages 9-15           Free
                                                             Stewart Rec Center
                                                             #105996 Th 9/17 - 12/10 6pm - 8pm

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School Release Day: Snow Day
                                                                Do you love snow? We do! Join us for a fun filled
                                                                afternoon of activities involving snow!
Spanish                                                         Ages 6-11           Free
Instructor, Elizabeth Porter, uses a Spanish curriculum for     Phillips Rec Center
school-age children that enhances the development of the        #109187 W 12/30 1pm - 3pm
child through reading, writing, music, storytelling and
group games. Your child will enjoy the experience of
learning the Spanish language and the culture at the same
time. Elizabeth Porter was a school teacher in Mexico and
we are fortunate to have her teaching!
Ages 5-12 Res $135 / Non-Res $202.50 / Supply Fee $25
Hiawatha School Rec Center                                                     Computers & Tech
Beginner level                                                  Fifa Soccer Tournament
#109503 M 9/21 - 12/21 3:45pm - 5:15pm                          Come on over and test your skills on Fifa. Challenge the
Intermediate level                                              staff and your friends to some Fifa soccer on PlayStation.
#109504 Tu 9/22 - 12/22 3:45pm - 5:15pm                         Ages 11-14           Free
                                                                Phillips Rec Center
                                                                #109176 M Tu W Th F 9/8 - 12/18 4:30pm - 8pm
Somali Youth Enrichment Program
Youth Enrichment Program focus on fun learning
environment with quality, high-intensity, and drill to better   PS4 Challenge
a player skill set on the court and off the court. Program
                                                                Let's see who has the skills on the PS4 game system! Play
will strengthen young player athletes and mentality while
                                                                many different games with your friends and staff. We have
boosting their confidence to become more aggressive and
                                                                sports games and other games to get you moving!
skilled players. Space is limited so sign up early for your
spot with Stewart Park and our Partnership Somali Youth         Ages 11-16          Free
Development of Minnesota.                                       Peavey Rec Center
Ages 8-16            Free                                       #110887 M W F                9/14 - 11/20 4pm - 6:30pm
Stewart Rec Center                                              Phillips Rec Center
#106003 F Sa 10/2 - 12/19 6pm - 4pm                             #109192 M Tu W Th F 9/8 - 12/30 4:30pm - 8pm

                                                                              Cooking & Nutrition
            Nature & Environment                                Youthline: Cooking and Crafts
Jr. Naturalists: free drop-in activities                        Let's get creative! Each week we aim to discover all the
                                                                crazy ways we can enjoy some of our favorite foods. We
Naturalists offer fun, hands-on nature activities weekly at
                                                                will be trying out new food pairings, deconstructing meals,
parks across Minneapolis! No need to register, just stop on
                                                                and even making sauces. Innovation continues as we will
by! Find out when the Naturalist will be at your                have a bountiful arts table ready for all creations while we
neighborhood park for a “Naturalist Round Up” by visiting       cook.
minneapolisparks.org/nature or calling/texting 612-499-
                                                                Ages 10-16            Free
9407.
                                                                Peavey Rec Center
                                                                #111343 Th 9/10 - 12/10 5pm - 7:30pm
Jr. Naturalists: weekly classes
Naturalists also offer a more in-depth experience for ages
6-12 with weekly hour-long programs on various themes
like “Birds of Prey” or “Earth’s Biomes.” Get curious about
nearby nature at your neighborhood park! Look for “Jr.
Naturalists” on minneapolisparks.org/nature or call/text
612-499-9407 for more details.

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