CHASKA PARKS AND RECREATION - april/may 2021 programs & events
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CHASKA PARKS AND RECREATION
APRIL/MAY 2021 PROGRAMS & EVENTS
This monthly program guide highlights programs and events for all ages and abilities. Register for programs.
View our COVID-19 Program Preparedness Plan to learn how we are creating a safe environment for program participants.
CHASKA COMMUNITY CENTER CELEBRATES 30 YEARS!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
CHASKA AND CARVER COMMUNITY BINGO
Now - March 31st
Bingo Cards Print your BINGO card or download onto your digital device! Take photos with all your favorite things in Chaska or
Carver and mark off the things you find along the way! Share your pictures in the comments section of the posts and/or use
#Chaska or #Carver. Get a bingo (four in a row) and be entered once to win the prize. Fill in every square and be entered five times
to win the prize.
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ENROLL TODAY
Register for Treks and Trails Preschool today! Or request an in-person or virtual tour today by calling (952) 227-7790. Three morning
class options: 2 day/week, 3/day/week or 5/day/week. Extended days can be added with enrichment opportunities through Chaska
Parks and Recreation. Find Treks and Trails Preschool program details, including fee information.
Ready, Set, Create! Bird in a Nest (Ages 2-6)
PRESCHOOL/YOUTH ART
Moms, dads, and kids...it's time to get creative! Join us for a
Celebrate Spring Art Camp w/ Abrakadoodle (Ages 5-11)
self-led art project. Project example and materials provided.
Join us for a morning filled with art! We will paint a bunny on
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited capacity.
canvas, sculpt a colorful spring basket or coil pot and draw
One adult should attend with each child.
some baby birds. We will develop artistic skills through fun and
Date: Monday, April 12th; Time: 9:30-10:30am
creative art activities. Pack a nut-free snack and water bottle.
Location: Chaska Community Center; Fee: $5/child
Date: Tuesday, March 30; Time: 9:30am-12:00pm
Register for Ready, Set, Create! Bird in a Nest
Location: Chaska Community Center– Brick City Banquet Room
Fee: $46/Member; $59/Non-Member PRESCHOOL/YOUTH SPORTS
Register for Celebrate Spring Art Camp Rookie Sports T-Ball (Ages 3.5-6)
Sing with Me Art Camp with Kidcreate Studio (3-6 years) Classes will focus on participation, sportsmanship, coordination,
Your child’s love of music and art combine as we create art skill development and movement. Each week we will work on new
inspired by our favorite childhood songs! We’ll sculpt our way skills. Wear tennis shoes, bring a water bottle and be ready for
through the ABC’s, paint along to the song “Baby Shark,” and some fun. Classes are split by age. Siblings can request to be
even collage that “Little Green Frog” on a real canvas board. together in the older siblings' class. Children must be potty trained
Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child. and parents must remain by the program area during class.
Dates: March 31-April 1; Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Dates: Tuesdays, April 6-27
Location: Chaska Community Center Times: Ages 3.5-5; 5:15-6:00pm; Ages 5.1-6.5; 6:15-7:00pm
Fee: $80/Member; $96/Non-Member Location: CCC– Upper Gym; Fee: $35/Member; $50/Non-Member
Register for Sing with Me Art Camp Register for T-Ball
Gymnastics (Ages 3-6)
Our final spring session is currently FULL. Look for information regarding summer gymnastics opportunities to come out mid-April!
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PRESCHOOL/YOUTH SPORTS CONT. ESPORTS
Youth Baseball (Ages 4-7)
Step up to the plate; it's baseball time! This summer discover the
fun of baseball with us as we learn about hitting, catching,
fielding, throwing and so much
more. Perfect for the young person
who has some experience, or those
who are brand new to the sport!
Coaches will pitch to players, with
tees being used when needed.
Weekly format will consist of
practice time followed by a fun
game against another team. All
players receive a team t-shirt.
**Parent volunteer coaches needed! Please indicate your interest
at the time of registration.**
Dates: Tuesdays, June 8-July 20 (no program July 6)
Time: Ages 4&5: 6:00-7:00pm; Ages 6&7: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: TBD
Fee: $58/Chaska or Carver Resident; $72/Non-Resident
Register for Youth Baseball
Ages 7+. The Blaze Fire Gaming and Esports Club is a fun,
Flag Football (Ages 5– Grade 8) safe way for the gamers in your household to play with
Join the fun! Whether you're a pro football player or learning the other age-verified competitors so they can make friends
game for the first time, Chaska Chanhassen Football Association within their own community through video gaming. Joining
(CCFA) will get you in the game! We'll work on fundamentals and the club gains players access to organized community play
drill work before playing a game each day. Teams will be formed where players can choose to participate in structured
by grade level with the possibility of playing with one grade level leagues and tournaments or social ladder and play activities.
(up or down) depending on numbers. Each player will get a Players aged 7+ will participate from home and engage
jersey to keep. Volunteer coaches are needed. Please note safely in club activity through the Safe Harbor-certified
during registration if you're interested in coaching! This is a platform GYO Score.
partnership between CCFA, Chaska Parks and Recreation and Available games rotate frequently to keep up with the most
ECCS Community Ed. Registration deadline is April 4th in order to popular titles for kids. Prizes and rewards can be earned for
form teams and try to honor one friend request. participation and also winning our special skill-based
Dates: Sundays, April 11-May 16 (May 23—Makeup Date) tournaments and leagues. All gamer skill levels are
Time: 2:00-8:00pm—exact game times determined once teams are formed welcome!
Location: Chanhassen High School Fields—Storm Stadium Supported Gaming Systems: Nintendo Switch, Xbox One,
Fee: $60 Xbox One Series S/X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Register for Flag Football Supported Gaming Titles: Rocket League, Minecraft, Super
Smash Brothers, NFL Madden Football, EA FIFA Soccer,
NBA 2K, Mario Kart 8!
Consoles and games not included with club participation
fee. Participants must have an active internet connection
and any/all online connection subscriptions purchased to
participate (i.e. Xbox Live/PlayStation Plus/Nintendo
Online). For questions or concerns about fees or technical
setup, please contact info@gyo.gg.
Dates: May 1-June 30
Fee: $75
Register for Esports
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ARTS PROGRAMMING
In partnership with the Carver County Arts Consortium
Introduction to Watercolor (Ages 6 and up)
For artists with and without disabilities. Meet new friends while learning watercolor techniques. In
this fun-filled 45 minute class you will learn three basic watercolor techniques and celebrate each
others work at the end! Please register early as space for these classes will be limited.
Dates: Saturday, March 27 (Zoom); 2:00-2:45pm (Free)
Tuesday, March 30 (in-person); 6:30-7:15pm; Chaska Community Center; Fee: $3/person
Register for Introduction to Watercolor (Ages 6+)- Both Zoom and In-Person classes
Introduction to Watercolor for AOA’s (55+)
Date: March 19 (Zoom); 1:00-1:45pm (Free)
To register for the Watercolor for AOA’s class, please contact Joan Seedorf at
jseedorf@chaskamn.com or (952) 227-7760.
Teaching Artist - This class is instructed by Anne Krocak. Anne has a Masters of Art Education and
Special Education Certification. She has been teaching groups from funders of the National Center
of Disease Control to early childhood classes. She has won numerous awards for her arts
programing with people with multiple physical, emotional and mental special needs and is excited
to bring her joyful art classes to the CCC. To learn more about Anne Krocak please go to her
web site at www.annekrocak.com
Empowering Self Through Art Workshop
Ages 12+
Come enjoy this free art workshop geared to people with and without disabilities to learn about Public Art -
Photography and Improv. comedy, sharing your perspectives, learning about inclusion while finding your
voice and creating a community wide outdoor display. No experience required! We will meet via ZOOM for
an hour and a half for six weeks. During this fast-paced workshop we will share our beliefs and voice, learn
strategies for handling difficult conversations, meet new people, gain deeper understanding our
similarities and differences while learning techniques in photography. We will see a live performance by
BLACKOUT-Improv Comedy, and have a 45 minute intensive improv. experience - led by Joy, a
professional Improv performer. We will discuss a different topic each week and work in small groups to have
discussions to support each other while having FUN!
All community members are encouraged to come learn from each other, share your voice and make an
impact in our community through art. We will also build confidence and use your new skills to share your
message in a Carver County Public Art Display!
BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities are
encouraged to participate and welcome to this
community building workshop! ASL interpretation
available.
(This opportunity is free thanks to a grant from The
MN State Arts Board and the Clean Water, Land and
Legacy Amendment)
Dates: Thursdays, March 18-April 22
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Limited childcare available. If childcare
is needed in order for you to
participate in this program, please
indicate this at the time of registration.
Register for Empowering Self Workshop BLACKOUT– Improv Comedy Group
(A Zoom link will be sent via email to all registered
participants two days before the program begins.) Photography by Caitlin Abrams
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ARTS CONT.
Pottery for Adults (Ages 18+)
This class is a great opportunity for students of all levels to explore
clay on the potter’s wheel in a fun and creative atmosphere.
Beginning students will learn methods and techniques of handling
clay and shape it into various objects. Students with previous
experience will learn techniques to make more complex pieces and
develop their skills. No experience or artistic ability needed for this
pottery wheel class. Join us for six weeks of fun playing in clay. We
will be hosting each class with safety precautions in place due to
Covid-19. Classes are limited to 7 students with social distancing,
sanitizing and cleaning protocols before, during, and after class. Face
masks are required due to state mandate.
Instructor: Kathleen Theship-Rosales
(6 week sessions)
Dates: Thursdays, April 22-May 27
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Location: CCC Red Maple Room
Fee: $190/Member; $215/Non-Member
Register for Pottery for Adults
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
NON SCHOOL DAYS Programs offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.
Equipment provided.
Kids Day Out! (Grades 1-5)
Join us for exciting Youth Geocaching for S’mores (Ages 8-14)
non-school day adventures! We’re looking for aspiring treasure hunters to join us on a
quest for treasure—s’mores! After a brief training on the
Thursday, April 1st:
history and use of GPS navigation, participants use GPS units to
Ice skating, pizza lunch and movie in the CCC theater
seek out secret caches hidden throughout the Regional Park.
Friday, April 2nd
Finish the class by cooking a smore over a bonfire!
Gym games, pizza lunch and swimming
Session 1: Saturday, April 10th; 1:00-2:30pm
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm Session 2: Tuesday, April 13th; 4:30-5:30pm
Location: Chaska Community Center Location: Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
Fee: $50/Member; $60/Non-Member Fee: $10
Min 8, Max 18 enrolled Register for Youth Geocaching
Register for Kids Day Out
Due to the MN state mandate, masks/face coverings will be
required for anyone 6 and older.
SUMMER SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE: EXTREME KIDS
Looking for an exciting adventure for your kids this summer? Extreme Kids focuses on
enrichment opportunities designed to meet the changing needs of children and families.
SWIM LESSONS @ the CCC
Kids entering grades 1-6th fall of 2021. Find all details and pricing on our website. Swimming lessons are coming back!
Dates: Tuesday, June 15th-Friday, August 20th; 7am-6pm Look for more information to come out
by mid-April. Swim lessons are
scheduled to begin in June.
www.chaskacommunitycenter.com
ADULT SPORTS
Softball Leagues
Co-Rec League: Games are played Thursday evenings at Chaska Lions Park. Start date: April 22. Registration deadline April 8th.
Organizational Meeting via Zoom—Thursday, March 25 at 6:30pm
Women’s League: Games are played Tuesday evenings at Chaska Lions Park. Start date: May 11. Registration deadline, April 6th.
Organization Meeting via Zoom—Tuesday, March 30 at 6:30pm
Church League: Open to all churches in the Chaska area. Games will be played Mondays at Chaska Lions Park. Start date: June 7.
Organization Meeting via Zoom—Monday, May 3 at 6:30pm
Register for Softball Leagues
AOA/LODGE PROGRAMS
We are pleased to announce that we are starting the gradual
transition back to more in-person programs at The Lodge.
We are offering pre-registration scheduled programs, some
walk-in "OPEN" hours, and enrichment/education
opportunities, too. For those who are not able or
uncomfortable returning to in-person activities at this time
we will continue to maintain some virtual programming in
our Lodge Facebook group as well as a variety of ZOOM
sessions. View the current Lodge Newsletter and Calendar.
For further questions or additional information on Active
Older Adult (AOA 55+) programs, please contact Joan
Seedorf at 952.227.7760.
Register for Watercolor online or
call 952.227.7760
NICK MASON
Chaska Area Fishing with Friends are busy planning their summer events. They are
SCHOLARSHIP FUND excited to announce the return of the Fishing Photo Contest, starting in May.
The purpose of the fund is to help low Thank you to Cabin Fever Sporting Goods for sponsoring this contest, and offering
income families or those with special a $50 Cabin Fever Gift Card to all monthly winners! This summer CAFWF will also
be offering fun and educational shore events and pontoon experiences. Please
needs to support their participation in the
check their Facebook page and cafwf.org for updates and schedules.
city of Chaska Parks &
Recreation
programs/services or to
CAFWF are looking for volunteers! There
purchase equipment are many different ways to volunteer at
that allows for more CAFWF, from teaching youth how to bait
inclusive participation. a hook, to helping coordinate fishing
events. All talents are welcomed at
Learn about the scholarship fund or make CAFWF!
a donation. Email: info@cafwf.com
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FITNESS
GROUP FITNESS
Currently (March 8-21) in-person fitness classes are ‘paused’
per the MN Dept of Health’s recommendation. If all goes as
planned between now and April 1, WE ARE HEADING BACK TO
THE STUDIO! It has been a roller coaster ride when it comes to
group fitness classes and we are so happy that you have stayed
with us. Look for updates and a current schedule on our
Add these FIVE dates to your calendar! 5-5-5 is a great goal for website and how you can sign up online for in-person classes.
the warmer months! Walk it, run it, bring friends, kids & leashed Important In-Person Fitness Class Information:
pets! No registration necessary. Registration is required! Register HERE or call 952-448-5633.
TAE KWON DO Open to members (included in membership) and non-members
(fees apply). Class offerings and sizes are limited due to gover-
Tae Kwon Do—Ages 6+
nors orders. Social distancing of 6ft is required at all times as
Kim’s Tae-Kwon-Do Center, Inc. continues to teach instructional
well as masks!
classes at the Chaska Community Center from beginner to Black
Belt. Classes run continuously throughout the year.
Instructor: Master Chad Figg, Certified 5th Degree Black Belt RUN100
Dates: Mondays and Thursdays (ongoing) Calling all runners! Lace up those sneakers – it’s time for run100!
Time: 6:00-7:00pm (youth class); 7:00-8:00pm (adult class ) Run 100 miles in May and earn a run100 team hoodie! Log sheet
provided once you have registered and paid.
Location: Chaska Community Center
Fee: $35 /CCC Member or Run Club Members; $45/Non-Member
Fee: $45/Member per month; $62/Non-Member per month Register HERE!
Register for Tae Kwon Do
PERSONAL TRAINING
Youth, Adult and Active Older Adults (Ages 65+)
Let us help you reach your goals! Work 1:1 with a Personal
Trainer to ensure you are using proper technique and getting
results. Individualized workout plans are developed to assist
you in obtaining your goals.
Location: Chaska Community Center
Find Personal Trainer contact information, package details and
pricing on our website.
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