Fall 2017 Play Guide

PLAY! Your Parks & Recreation Guide

SERVING UP

FALL FUN

*NEW* KYUDO RENMEI p. 29 *NEW* WHEELCHAIR SOCCER p. 37 JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL p. 43 SPOOKY SWIM p. 46 SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2017

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Welcome to the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Play! guide. Inside you’ll find great programs that will keep you busy from September to November.

Activities.................................................. 27-31 Preschooler, Youth, Family, Adult, Guitar, Dance, Boomer, Fitness

Northwest Recreation Center................... .32-33 Events...................................................... 34-36

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Pools, Noelridge Greenhouse, Old MacDonald’s Farm, Ushers Ferry

Special Populations.................................. 37-38 Sports...................................................... 39-43 Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Football, Blastball, Skating, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball

Golf.......................................................... .44-45 Swimming................................................ 46-50 Parks/Services/Forestry/Registration........ 52-55

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Dog Parks, Rentals, Splash Pads, Trails

SILVER & GOLD CLUB p. 28

KARATE p. 29

HALLOWEEN DANCE p. 37

Photos by Brett Smith

BASKETBALL p. 40

VOLLEYBALL p. 43

DOG PARKS p. 52

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

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CHOOSE A BLUE ZONES PROJECT® ENCOURAGED ACTIVITY

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Toddler and Preschooler (2-4 yrs. with Adult) Get messy and explore textures and mediums that you might not normally experience at home. Wear your play clothes and get messy! #210104-01 M 9/11-10/16 9:30-10:15am #210104-02 M 10/23-12/4* 9:30-10:15am $37 (R $30) NW Rec *No class 11/20

MOVERS AND SHAKERS (3-5 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Get the wiggles out! Enjoy creative movement with themed music, rhythmic movement and gross motor skill activities. Wear loose-fitting clothing.

Must be able to separate from parent.

Parents may observe the last class. #210401-01 W 9/13-10/18 10:15-11am #210401-02 W 10/25-12/6* 10:15-11am $37 (R $30) NW Rec *No class 11/22

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PLAY, MUSIC AND FUN

(1-3 yrs. with Adult) Learn fun songs and finger plays with your child. Introduce them to simple rhythm instruments in a fun group setting. This is a high-energy class with concentration on motor skill activities. #210102-01 W 9/13-10/18 9:30-10:15am #210102-02 W 10/25-12/6* 9:30-10:15am $37 (R $30) NW Rec *No class 11/22

FUN WITH ART (5-9 yrs.)

Have fun exploring the madness of mixing multiple media together. Painting, drawing, chalk, charcoal, gooey substances and found objects will be used to create fun and imaginative forms, constructions and paintings. #203205-01 Th 9/14-10/19 5-6pm #203205-02 Th 10/26-12/7* 5-6pm $43 (R $36) NW Rec *No class 11/23

HOME SCHOOL DAY (5+ yrs.)

Spend half a day in the school house studying and learning just as country school students would have in 1910. Bring a sack lunch to eat on the grounds, then take a tour of the entire village with an Ushers Ferry guide. Call 319-286-5763 for more information. #214603-01 Th 9/28 9:30am-1:30pm $9.50 (R $8.50) Ushers Ferry

KIDS’ DRAWING (7-11 yrs.)

Expand your drawing abilities through guided experiences with a variety of media including pencils, pastels, felt tip and charcoal. Go through specific exercises aimed at developing your “seeing” skills. #203811-01 Th 9/14-10/19 6:15-7:15pm #203811-02 Th 10/26-12/7* 6:15-7:15pm $43 (R $36) NW Rec *No class 11/23

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aIT’S A MESS!

Youth

(Families) Are you missing Downton Abbey? Put on your elegant attire and pay a social call to Ushers Ferry! Spend the afternoon in our newly restored Schulze Cottage with fine china, linens, silver, tea and dainties from the period. Polish your table manners and enjoy some music as well! #214604-01 Su 10/8 $24 (R $20)/person

4-5:30pm Ushers Ferry

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(4-10 yrs. with Grandparent) Have a grand time with Grandma and Grandpa at this special tea for children and their grandparents. Enjoy tea at the Schulze Cottage. Share stories, make a craft and play games. #214705-01 Adult #214705-02 Child Su 9/10 Ushers Ferry

$14 (R $13) $7.50 (R $6.50) 1-2:30pm

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Adult

ACTIVITIES

*NEW* COUNTRY SCHOOL HOUSE REUNION AND TEA (18+) We grew up on stories of one-room school houses. Linn County had 130 one-room schools in 1907! Less than 40 now survive. Come to Cherry Valley School for a tea and program on our country schools. Share your school house pictures and stories so they won’t be forgotten. #214702-01 Su 9/10 3-5pm $19 (R $15) Ushers Ferry

FALL LEAF TOUR

DRAWING AND PASTELS WITH JEAN MURRAY

Boomer & Beyond

(16+ yrs.)

Learn drawing basics: perspective, creative use of line, shading and more.

Color through the use of pastels and portraiture basics will also be covered.

The class is open to beginners and advanced students. You’ll receive a supply list the first day of class.

Boomer & Beyond activities are for ages 50 and up. More adult programs, while not specific to seniors, are offered including:

#203108-01 Tu 9/12-10/17 10am-12pm #203108-02 Tu 10/24-12/5* 10am-12pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec *No class 11/21

*NEW* DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS WITH DAVE STAUFFER (18+ yrs.)

So you’ve always wanted to draw but didn’t think you could. This class is for those who think they can’t draw a straight line. Learn to draw with Dave. #203109-01 Tu 9/12-10/17 6-8pm #203109-02 Tu 10/24-12/5* 6-8pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec *No class 11/21

FIRE & FORGE: BASIC BLACKSMITHING (16+ yrs.)

Explore the art of metalworking in this unique class. Learn to build a fire, handle tools, and operate safely in the shop in the first session. The second class will be spent operating the forge and making your own small metal project. Class is limited to four students.

• Downton Abbey Tea p. 27 • Grandparents’ Tea p. 27 • Country School House Reunion and Tea p. 28 • Drawing and Pastels p. 28 • Drawing for Beginners p. 28 • Fire and Forge p. 28 • Guitar p. 29 • Belly Dance p. 29 • Yoga p. 30 • Pickleball p. 33 • Walking Club p. 33

BIG BRUSH WATERCOLOR WITH DAVE STAUFFER (50+ yrs.)

Develop a new hobby! Absolutely no experience is needed for this class.

Basic watercolor techniques will be taught in a relaxed and fun manner.

You’ll receive a small supply list the first day of class. #203107-01 F 9/15-10/20 9:30-11:30am #203107-02 F 10/27-12/8* 9:30-11:30am $45 (R $38) NW Rec *No class 11/24

#214502-01 Sa/Su 9/16-9/17

Sa: 8-11am, Su: 1-4pm $86 (R $78) Ushers Ferry

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(50+ yrs.)

View the fall splendor of the Iowa Mississippi Valley. Visit orchards near Gays Mills, and enjoy a late lunch at Breitbach’s in Balltown. Fee includes motorcoach transportation and late lunch. Bus will depart at 8:30 a.m. #201103-01 Th 10/12 8:30am-6:30pm $68 (R $60) Depart/Return: Walmart, Marion

a*NEW* SILVER & GOLD CLUB

(50+ yrs.)

Meet new people and enjoy the company of your peers. Drop by Northwest Recreation, 9:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday year-round for coffee, cards, Bingo, and board games. There’s a different activity each day. Bring a lunch or sign up for a meal from Horizons if you show up by 9:45 a.m.

Tuesday - Bingo & Board Games Wednesday - Double Deck Pinochle Friday - Double Deck Pinochle Tu, W, F Year-round 9:45am-2:30pm $1/day or punch pass NW Rec

Fitness *NEW* CRAM

*Youth must have adult supervision Tu/F 8/7-9/29 6:30-7:15am FREE McGrath Amphitheatre

ACTIVITIES

(All Ages*) CRAM (Cedar Rapids in the Morning) workouts are designed for anyone, beginner to expert. Just show up and work to your own level. Bring a friend and get ready to move!

KARATE

Guitar Classes Guitars are available for use at Northwest Recreation if needed.

INTRO TO GUITAR (9+ yrs.)

Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar? Ken Arnell will teach you the basics and have you playing in two lessons. Get ready for hours of fun.

9-15 years #218301-01 M 9/18-10/23 5:30-6:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec 16+ years #218301-02 M 9/18-10/23 6:30-7:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec

GUITAR II (9+ yrs.)

Continue to improve your skills and learn more great songs in this advanced guitar class. Completion of Intro to Guitar is recommended before taking this class. #218302-01 M 9/18-10/23 7:30-8:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec

Dance *NEW* FUN BASICS BELLY DANCE (18+ yrs.)

Learn the most popular movements and step combinations used in modern Belly Dance. In addition to captivating movements and isolations, you will learn some of the history and origins of this art form and about the culture that brought it to this country.

It is important to become proficient at this level before going on to the intermediate level. SanDee will help you decide when you’re ready. You may continue taking this class along with the next level. #205204-01 M 9/11-10/16 7-8pm #205204-02 M 10/23-12/4* 7-8pm $50 (R $43) NW Rec *No class 11/20

*NEW* INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE - PERFORMERS (18+ yrs.)

Do you like to perform and have the basics under your “belt?” This class will focus on performing in costume (veils, finger cymballs, props). Learn stage direction, group choreography, costuming, make-up and how to perform with personality and charm. Costumes are

(6+ yrs.)

Improve yourself with the traditional Okinawan Martial Art of Ryukyu Kempo Karate. Gain confidence and self-discipline, learn self-defense and improve your physical health.

6-11 years #218108-01 Tu/Th 9/5-9/28 #218108-02 Tu/Th 10/3-10/26 #218108-03 Tu/Th 11/2-11/28* #218108-04 Tu/Th 12/5-12/28* $55 (R $48) NW Rec *No class 11/23, 12/26

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

12+ years #218107-01 Th 9/7-9/28 7-8pm #218107-02 Th 10/5-10/26 7-8pm #218107-03 Th 11/2-11/30* 7-8pm #218108-04 Th 12/7-12/28 7-8pm $39 (R $32) NW Rec *No class 11/23

*NEW* KYUDO RENMEI (16+) Kyudo is an art that has both martial and ceremonial influences and is prized as one of the oldest martial arts in Japan. This traditional form of archery uses an asymmetrical longbow, and emphasizes self-improvement and shooting as a group. #202303-01 Su 9/10-10/15 10am-12pm #202303-02 Su 11/5-12/17* 10am-12pm $42 (R $35) NW Rec *No class 11/26

needed for perfomances.

At least two sessions of Fun Basics and pre-approval by SanDee are required to register for this class. You may sign up for both classes. Performing is encouraged, not mandatory. #205205-01 M 9/11-10/16 8-9pm #205205-02 M 10/23-12/4* 8-9pm $50 (R $43) NW Rec *No class 11/20

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GENTLE YOGA

(16+ yrs.)

Escape from the pressures of life the healthy way. Use breathing exercises and movement to relax and improve wellness. This class will make you stronger, more flexible and balanced, both in body and mind. #218110-01 W #218110-02 W #218110-03 W $41 (R $34)

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9/6-9/27 5:30-6:30pm 10/4-10/25 5:30-6:30pm 11/1-11/22 5:30-6:30pm NW Rec

YOGA IN THE PARK

(12+ yrs.)

Downshift this summer and gain mind/body awareness. Uniting breath with movement, work toward increasing your lung capacity, functional strength, range of motion, flexibility, balance and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat or towel.

Sa FREE

8/5-8/26 8-9am Greene Square

Self-Defense for Women CLASSES TAUGHT BY FURY UNLACED www.FuryUnlaced.com *NEW* PRINCESS POWER (9-12 yrs.)

This course is an introduction to the concepts of body language, bullying, protecting personal information on social media, dating safety and the importance of physical fitness to your personal security. #218201-01 F #218201-02 F #218201-03 F $27 (R $20)

9/15 10/20 11/17 NW Rec

4-6pm 4-6pm 4-6pm

*NEW* MISS INDEPENDENT (13-15 yrs.)

With the increasing independence young women gain in their teen years, it is important that they learn the four stages of personal security. This course will help them develop awareness to keep themselves safe. #218202-01 F #218202-02 F #218202-03 F $32 (R $25)

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9/15 10/20 11/17 NW Rec

6:30-9pm 6:30-9pm 6:30-9pm

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*NEW* COLLEGE BOUND (16-19 yrs.)

Specifically designed for collegebound women, this course instills awareness of the four stages of personal security and includes warning signs of an abuser, avoiding date rape and how to make safe choices. #218203-01 Sa #218203-02 Sa #218203-03 Sa $37 (R $30)

9/16 10/21 11/18 NW Rec

9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm

*NEW* SITUATIONAL DEFENSE (20+ yrs.)

This nine-hour, in-depth course with three phases prepares women to accurately assess their surroundings, detect potential hazards and effectively display techniques to keep them safe and secure. #218200-01 Sa/Su 9/16-9/17

Sa: 12:30-4:30pm, Su: 12-5pm #218200-02 Sa/Su 10/21-10/22

Sa: 12:30-4:30pm, Su: 12-5pm #218200-03 Sa/Su 11/18-11/19

Sa: 12:30-4:30pm, Su: 12-5pm $100 (R $90) NW Rec

FOOT GOLF AT JONES

NORTHWEST RECREATION

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USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE

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BENDER POOL

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Birthday

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NORTHWEST

RECREATION It Happens

HERE! CENTER 1340 11th Street NW 319-286-5731

The Northwest Recreation Center is 16,000 square feet and includes a full-size gymnasium, activity room, game room and community room with dividers. The gym can be divided and used as three separate volleyball courts or two small basketball half courts.

The Northwest Recreation Center will be closed or have holiday hours on the following dates unless an event, program or rental has been arranged.

• September 4 (Labor Day) • November 10 (Veterans Day Observed) • November 23 (Thanksgiving Day) • November 24 (Thanksgiving Holiday) • December 24 (Christmas Eve) • December 25 (Christmas Day) • December 26 (Christmas Holiday)

BUILDING & OPEN REC HOURS:

(See holiday exceptions below left)

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

RECREATION CENTER ADMISSION Enjoy hours of entertainment that includes access to the game room (billiards, foosball, table tennis) and the gym (basketball, volleyball, etc.) when available.

Admission Pass: Patrons fill out a form that provides emergency information and has a parent’s consent signature for those under age 18. Complete the form at CRREC.org. Replacement cards are $2.

Admission Fee: $1 Youth, $2 Adult, $1 Senior (60+), or Punch Pass (See page 33.)

Please note: Facility policy prohibits youth ages 6 and under from using the facility unless accompanied by an adult or in a program. An adult must accompany elementary/middle school students after 7:00 p.m.

ROOM RENTAL TIMES AND FEES (Includes setup and clean up time) WEEKDAYS Full Half Equipment Fees Gym $60/hr $40/hr Community Room $50/hr $30/hr $15 for projector/screen Activity Room $25/hr WEEKENDS Full Half Equipment Fees Gym $75/hr $55/hr Community Room $60/hr $35/hr $15 for projector/screen Activity Room $30/hr Reservations are taken year-round in person at the center. A $100 deposit is required to rent the community room and gym. The deposit will be returned after the room is inspected at the conclusion of the event.

Private after hour rentals are available for family gatherings, corporate parties, or other groups wishing to entertain at the center. To talk about your event needs, contact us at 319-286-5731 during normal business hours.

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Drop-in and open gym dates and times are available online at CRYouthSports.com. Schedules are available at the Northwest Recreation Center as well.

NW REC PUNCH PASS $20 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has 20 punches with a value of $1 each. They are valid for all Open Gyms and Drop-In Programs.

Nonrefundable.

a*NEW* SILVER & GOLD CLUB

(50+ yrs.)

Meet new people and enjoy the company of your peers. Drop by Northwest Recreation, 9:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday year-round for coffee, cards, Bingo, and board games. There’s a different activity each day. Bring a lunch or sign up for a meal from Horizons if you arrive by 9:45 a.m.

Tuesday - Bingo & Board Games Wednesday - Double Deck Pinochle Friday - Double Deck Pinochle Tu, W, F Year-round 9:45am-2:30pm $1/day or punch pass NW Rec

*NEW* WALKING CLUB *NEW* ADULT PICKLEBALL (40+ yrs.)

Put together your own Pickleball teams at Northwest Recreation on Friday mornings! Pickleball is a fun paddle sport for all skill levels, easy to learn and as competitive as you’d like.

Please call ahead.

(50+ yrs.)

Drop by Northwest Recreation and walk indoors in the gym until the weather turns nice again.

M-F 9/11-12/29* 7:30-8:30am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec *Closed 11/23, 11/24, 12/25, 12/26

NORTHWEST MARKET a*NEW* Indoor Craft & Farmers’ Market Come to the Northwest Recreation Center and shop indoors from local artisans, direct sale businesses, bakers, crafters and more! Have fun socializing with your friends and family while shopping from quality vendors.

Each month, the businesses will put

RECREATION CENTER

Drop-In Programs

together a local shopping experience centered on a theme with free giveaways. Want to be a vendor?

Email Charlottel@macaronikid.com Saturdays 8-11am NW Rec Admission: $1/person Themes: 8/26 - A Slice of Summer Fun 9/30 - Flea Market at the Market

W, F 8/2-12/29* 9-11am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec *No program 11/24

*NEW* DROP-IN OPEN GYM/ GAME ROOM The gym and game area (billiards, foosball, table tennis) at Northwest Recreation are open for drop-ins during unscheduled gym times.

Adults (18+): $2/day or punch pass

M-F 8am-9pm

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm Seniors (60+): $1/day or pass

M-F 8am-9pm

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm Youth (6-17): $1/day or pass

M-F 3-7pm*

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm *Youth ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult after 7pm

SUMMER HOURS - 6/2-8/22 Adults/Seniors/Youth

M-F 1-7pm

Sa 10am-6pm

Su 12-6pm

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Last Gasp!

(Back to School) Swim Swim away the afternoon, one last time! Take one last gasp of summer before school begins at this special swim at Noelridge Aquatic Center.

Admission is only $1. Sorry, no passes.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Noelridge Aquatic Center

K9Splash!

Bever Pool goes to the dogs! It’s a great enclosed area for pups to run free and have fun swimming. Cosponsored with K9Cola. Open to dogs four months and older. (Sorry, no kids under age 10 or shorter than 48 in.)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. each day Bever Pool Small dogs 9:30-10:30 a.m.

See k9cola.org Current certification of rabies and parvo/distemper vaccinations from your vet is required and must be presented for entrance. (Rabies tags or off-leash permits do not qualify.) $10/dog/day - Advance Registration $15/dog/day - At the Gate Pre-register online at k9cola.org or register in person at the Northwest Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, Cedar Rapids, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. until August 9.

Rules and restrictions apply!

Visit k9cola.org for more information.

Noelridge Greenhouse EASTERN IOWA ORCHID SHOW AT NOELRIDGE GREENHOUSE Join CR Parks & Recreation and the Eastern Iowa Orchid Society for the sixth Annual Orchid Show with displays from orchid clubs around the Midwest, educational seminars, and orchid plants for sale from regional vendors. FREE and open to the public.

Contact: niledusdieker@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Noelridge Greenhouse FLUTTERBY ACRES TOURS Learn about the lifespans of Monarch and Swallowtail butterflies. See caterpillars to adults living in bio-tents until mid-October. Call 319-286-5762 in advance to schedule a FREE tour hosted by Friends of Noelridge and Linn County Master Gardeners.

GREENHOUSE VOLUNTEERS Volunteer opportunities continue until October 31 and begin again January 1, 2018. Call Diane Stevens, 319845-2050, to volunteer at Noelridge Greenhouse.

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aNoelridge Market The open-air Noelridge Farmers’ Market is located at the Noelridge Greenhouse parking area, corner of Collins Road and Council Street NE. It is held three times per week through October 13.

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY THROUGH OCTOBER 13 (Except 9/4) 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Greenhouse Parking Lot

W.I.C. Noelridge Farmers’ Market is certified to accept IFMNP checks from the WIC Program by the Iowa State Agriculture Department.

The WIC Program’s function is to supply supplemental foods rich in nutrients to women, infants and children in need. These checks are used in city farmers’ markets to purchase fruits and vegetables.

SENIOR PROGRAM To enroll in the Senior Program for the farmers’ markets, call the Heritage Agency on Aging at 319398-5559 for more details.

OLD MACDONALD’S FARM

BEVER PARK

a*NEW* MOVIE NIGHT AT THE FARM

(All Ages) Sponsored by Hills Bank & Trust Bring the whole family to the farm’s amphitheater for a movie beginning at sunset. Feel free to come early and play with all the cute farm animals.

Popcorn and drinks will be available.

Finding Nemo F 8/18 8pm FREE Old MacDonald’s Farm

a HARVEST FEST

(All Ages) Fall is a great season on the farm!

Learn about area businesses that thrive this time of year. Enjoy hayrack rides, apple bobbing, storytelling, scarecrow making contest, bonfire, bounce house, pumpkin painting and many more activities. Pet and feed our farm animals and end the day with a smile on your face.

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Old MacDonald’s Farm in Bever Park is operated by the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department. Located on the southeast side of Cedar Rapids, it is open to the public and features farm animals and North American waterfowl. This city landmark is over 100 years old and is enjoyed by people of all ages. *NEW* OLD MACDONALDS a FARM BIRTHDAY PARTIES The first hour of your party will be a guided farm tour with a party host.

In this hour, you will have hands-on contact with the animals and will be able to feed them as well. The second hour will be free time at the pavilion near the duck exhibit. Bring your own cake, snacks and beverages.

Two-hour reservations are available May 1 - October 8 and can be scheduled between 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566 to set up your party.

Reservations are required two weeks in advance. Fee is $108/2 hour period and includes farm tour and pavilion reservation. Non-refundable.

OPEN DAILY: Through October 13 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

A minimum donation of $1 is recommended.

*NEW* OLD MACDONALDS FARM TOURS & FIELD TRIPS Group tours/field trips to the farm are available by appointment only for school groups and daycares. They are free and available every day of the week May 1 through October 8 between 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566 to schedule your tour or field trip.

Sa 9/30 10am-2pm FREE* Old MacDonald’s Farm *$1 donation recommended

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USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE

HAYRACK NIGHTS: aHARVEST SUNSET PUMPKINS (Families) Does your little one turn into a pumpkin at sunset? This program is geared for families with young children (older children welcome). Bring supper with you and come out to Ushers Ferry for an early evening hayrack ride, bonfire and simple craft before bedtime. The saloon will be open with popcorn and sarsaparilla available for purchase.

Advance registration is not required. Free admission for children under age 2.

W 5-6:30pm Ushers Ferry #214203-01 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/6 #214203-02 $9 Adult 9/6 #214203-03 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/13 #214203-04 $9 Adult 9/13 #214203-05 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/20 #214203-06 $9 Adult 9/20 #214203-07 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/27 #214203-08 $9 Adult 9/27 #214203-09 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/4 #214203-10 $9 Adult 10/4 #214203-11 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/11 #214203-12 $9 Adult 10/11 #214203-13 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/18 #214203-14 $9 Adult 10/18 #214203-15 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/25 #214203-16 $9 Adult 10/25

HAYRACK NIGHTS: aHARVEST NIGHT OWLS

*NEW* FALL FAMILY FEST a Sunday, Sept. 17 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

(Families) Enjoy an evening of old-fashioned fun! Take a hayrack ride through the valley, gather around the bonfire with hot cocoa to roast marshmallows, make a simple craft and join us in the saloon for some card games. Popcorn

Fun for the whole family! Enjoy an old-fashioned afternoon on the town with historic demonstrations in the buildings, crafts, hayrack rides, games and more! Come hungry and eat lunch. Food will be available for purchase. (No picnics please.)

and sarsaparilla will be available for purchase.

Advance registration is not required. Free admission for children under age 2. #214201-01 $9 Adult #214201-02 $6 Child

Advance registration is not required. Free admission for children under age 2.

W 6:30-8pm Ushers Ferry #214204-01 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/6 #214204-02 $9 Adult 9/6 #214204-03 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/13 #214204-04 $9 Adult 9/13 #214204-05 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/20 #214204-06 $9 Adult 9/20 #214204-07 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 9/27 #214204-08 $9 Adult 9/27 #214204-09 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/4 #214204-10 $9 Adult 10/4 #214204-11 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/11 #214204-12 $9 Adult 10/11 #214204-13 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/18 #214204-14 $9 Adult 10/18 #214204-15 $6 Child (2-12 yrs.) 10/25 #214204-16 $9 Adult 10/25

SAFE HALLOWEEN FOR KIDS Sunday, Oct. 22 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy the annual old-fashioned Halloween at the village with trick-ortreating, games and costume contests.

Advance registration is encouraged, but not required. #214901-01 $7 per trick-or-treater

See pages 27 & 28 for more programs at Ushers Ferry Historic Village.

BONFIRE PARTIES & HAYRACK RIDES Looking for an evening of country fun for your friends or youth group? Gather around a bonfire at Ushers Ferry. Drink hot cocoa, toast marshmallows and then take a hayrack ride.

By appointment only. Call 319-286-5763

Information online: UFHV.com

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WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

SPECIAL POPULATIONS Activities 26TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN DANCE (All Ages) Join your friends with or without disabilities at the 26th annual Halloween fling with prizes for the best costumes!

No registration; pay at the door.

F 10/27 $5/person NW Rec

7-9pm

DESTINATION WINTER WONDERLAND (16+ yrs.)

Get in the holiday spirit with a trip to the Festival of Trees in Muscatine. Finish your Christmas shopping and enjoy a delicious meal. The evening will conclude with a horse and buggy ride.

Fee includes meal/transportation. #208701-01 F 12/1 3:30-9pm $52 (R $45) Depart/Return: NW Rec

The activities on these pages are for those with disabilities.

These programs are also open to friends, family members, and the general public. Individuals with disabilities are also encouraged to register for any program that Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation offers. *NEW* SUNSET 5K PRESENTED BY SAM’S CLUB

*NEW* WHEELCHAIR POWER SOCCER

(All Ages) Race to raise money for Cedar Rapids Special Olympics athletes. Join us for a 5K Race and 1M Fun Run/Walk at Prairie Park Fishery. The 5K Race begins at 7:00 p.m. The Mile Fun Run/ Walk begins at 7:10 p.m. Awards will go to top qualifiers of the 5K. All participants will receive a T-shirt.

Register online at www.active.com.

(7+ yrs.)

Created almost 40 years ago in France, this sport was the first competitive sport adapted specifically for power wheelchairs. Two teams, each with four players, take turns attacking, defending and spin-kicking a 13-inch ball. Footguards are provided. Even people without disabilities may participate in this inclusive sport.

Su 8/6 6:45-8:30pm $30/person Prairie Park Fishery

#208510-01 M 9/18-10/30 6-7pm $37 (R $30) NW Rec

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations are made for those who meet the essential eligibility requirements for participation in recreational programs. If you need accommodations, send a written request stating needed accommodations at least two weeks prior to the program to: Angie Cole, Recreation Superintendent, City Services Center, 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Email: a.cole@cedar-rapids.org Questions: Contact Robert Wagner, 319-286-5799 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 55

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SPECIAL POPULATIONS

FALL BOCCE

Special Olympics Sports

BASKETBALL SKILLS

M FREE

#208604-01 M-W 1/8-1/10 $52 (R $45) Depart: NW Rec, 7:30am, 1/8 Return: NW Rec, 11am, 1/10

9/11-12/4 6-7:30pm Bever Park

Rapids October 14.

W FREE

11/1-3/7 7:15-8:30pm Jefferson

(8+ yrs.)

Shoot hoops and have a good time!

Learn basketball skills without playing on a team. Practices will be held weekly, ending with a district competition in January and a state competition March 10 in Iowa City.

M FREE

FLAG FOOTBALL

(16+ yrs.)

Play on a Special Olympics Basketball team. Practices are held weekly, and the district competition will be held in February with winners advancing to state competition on March 10.

W FREE

(8+ yrs.)

Special Olympians will receive two days of downhill ski instruction at Sundown Mountain in Dubuque.

Room and board is provided.

Register by 11/20.

(8+ yrs.)

Learn the fundamentals and rules of football. Work on your skills and participate in scrimmages. The state competition will be held in Cedar

ADULT BASKETBALL

LEARN TO SKI

(8+ yrs.)

Play outdoors at the bocce court in Bever Park. Participants will be placed on teams for the spring competitions with all district winners advancing to the state competition May 24 in Ames.

8/16-10/11 5:30-6:30pm Cleveland Park

Ready this

FALL!

ALPINE SKIING (10+ yrs.)

Learn to ski or sharpen your skills at Sundown Mountain, Dubuque. Compete in a three-day Special Olympics competition. Register by 11/20. #208601-01 Su 12/10 #208601-02 Su 12/31 #208601-03 M-W 1/8-1/10 Depart: NW Rec, 7:30am Return: NW Rec, 5pm $52 (R $45)/person/session Fee includes ski pass, rental and lesson

11/6-3/5 6-7pm NW Rec

3-ON-3 BASKETBALL (16+ yrs.)

This program is for athletes with lower ability levels, and participants who are tired of riding the bench. Games will be played on half courts. There will be district and state Special Olympics competitions.

W FREE

11/1-3/7 7:15-8:15pm Jefferson

YOUTH BASKETBALL (8-21 yrs.)

Practices will be held weekly for this co-ed team. The district competition will be in February with winners advancing to state on March 10.

M FREE

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11/6-3/5 6-7pm NW Rec

The Variety Star Playground located in Noelridge Park on the northeast side of Cedar Rapids will open this fall. This all-inclusive playground is the first of its kind for the Cedar Rapids Community and will cater to special-needs kids by featuring adapted playground equipment; however, it will be built to encourage play among children of all abilities, breaking down barriers and fostering friendships.

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

SPORTS DID YOU KNOW? Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation’s Tait Cummins Sports Complex hosts the largest USSSA fall baseball league in the state of Iowa.

The league (right column) starts in late August and runs through the middle of October.

2017 TAIT CUMMINS SPORTS COMPLEX IMPROVEMENTS •

Paved Parking Lot

•

Handicap Accessible Walkway

•

Backstop Extensions

Baseball/Softball ADULT SOFTBALL Each team supplies their own balls and is responsible for paying umpire $12 before the game. League registrations are limited, so enter early!

Registration deadline is August 21 at 5:00 p.m. or until full. For details, check CRYouthSports.com.

TUESDAY COED LEAGUES (18+ yrs.)

#202502-01 8/29-10/10 6-10pm $99/team Tait Cummins

SUNDAY COED LEAGUES (18+ yrs.)

#202502-02 9/10-10/22 4-10pm $99/team Ellis

WEDNESDAY MEN’S LEAGUE (18+ yrs.)

RAIN OUTS

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 or CRYouthSports.com

#202501-01 8/30-10/11 6-10pm $99/team Tait Cummins

SUNDAY MEN’S LEAGUE (18+ yrs.)

#202501-02 9/10-10/22 4-10pm $99/team Tait Cummins

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 55

USSSA YOUTH FALL LEAGUE OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY (8-14 yrs.) Based on 2018 age This sanctioned USSSA league is open to all skill levels with a seven game schedule. Games will be played on Saturday or Sunday depending on the age of the player. Register as a free agent or request to be placed on a specific team. Divisions of play: 8U - 14U. Call Mike K. O’Neill, 319-2865743, for more information. Register by 8/10. #111105-01 8U #111105-02 9U #111105-03 10U #111105-04 11U #111105-05 12U Sa 8/26-10/21* $69/player Various City Diamonds *No games 9/2 *May play more than one game per week #111105-06 13U #111105-07 14U Su 8/27-10/22* $69/player Various City Diamonds *No games 9/3 *May play more than one game per week

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GIRLS HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL

SPORTS

(4-9 yrs.)

This all-female program teaches girls basketball fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship in a non-competitive atmosphere. Register by 10/16.

Basketball ADULT BASKETBALL OPEN GYM (18+ yrs.)

Come shoot some hoops! The gym is open for adult basketball players only. More times and locations are at CRYouthSports.com.

Su year-round 8-10am $5/day or punch pass Location varies: Kennedy or Washington HS

GYM PUNCH PASS $30 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has six punches.

Nonrefundable/nontransferable.

YOUTH BASKETBALL OPEN GYM (4-10 yrs.)

Drop by and get some extra basketball practice in areas designated for specific age groups. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Check CRYouthSports.com for dates and locations.

1-3pm Gibson $3/day (Exact cash. No credit cards or checks.)

ADULT BASKETBALL

4-5 years (45 minute practices or games) #211301-01 Sa 10/28-12/16* 9-9:45am #211301-02 Sa 10/28-12/16* 10-10:45am $49 (R $42) includes shirt Gibson *No program 11/25

#211301-03 W 10/25-12/13* 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 11/22 *NEW* If you already have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years (1 hour practices or games) #211302-01 M/F 10/30-12/8* 5:45-6:45pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included Gibson *No program 11/20, 11/24 #211302-03 Tu/Th 11/7-12/12* 5:30-6:30pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included NW Rec *No program 11/23 8-9 years (1 hour practices or games) #211304-01 M/F 10/30-12/8* 6:50-7:50pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included Gibson *No program 11/20, 11/24 10-12 years (1 hour practices or games) #211305-01 Sa 10/28-12/16* 10:30-11:30am $49 (R $42) jersey not included NW Rec *No program 11/25 *NEW* If you DO NOT have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below:

(17+ yrs.)

Join this league for all skill sets with paid officials. Play one game per week.

You may register for a specific team or to be placed on a random team.

Register by 11/10.

6-7 years (1 hour practices or games) #211302-02 M/F 10/30-12/8* 5:45-6:45pm $66 (R $58) jersey included Gibson *No program 11/20, 11/24

#202202-01 Su/M/Th 7-10pm $46 (R $39)

8-9 years (1 hour practices or games) #211304-02 M/F 10/30-12/8* 6:50-7:50pm $66 (R $58) jersey included Gibson *No program 11/20, 11/24

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HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL (4-12 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the fundamentals of basketball and play games. Register by 10/16.

11/26-1/11 NW Rec

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

#211302-04 Tu/Th 11/7-12/12* 5:30-6:30pm $66 (R $58) jersey included NW Rec *No program 11/23

10-12 years (1 hour practices orgames) #211305-02 Sa 10/28-12/16* 10:30-11:30am $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec *No program 11/25

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

4-5 years #211311-01 F 10/27-12/15* 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 11/24 *NEW* If you already have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years #211312-01 W/F 11/1-12/8* 6:30-7:30pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included NW Rec *No program 11/22, 11/24 8-9 years #211313-01 Sa 10/28-12/16* 9-10am $49 (R $42) jersey not included NW Rec *No program 11/25 *NEW* If you DO NOT have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years #211312-02 W/F 11/1-12/8* 6:30-7:30pm $66 (R $58) jersey included NW Rec *No program 11/22, 11/24 8-9 years #211313-02 Sa 10/28-12/16* 9-10am $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec *No program 11/25

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUTH SPORTS! Parent volunteer coaches are needed for each youth sport.

The Department will provide field supervisors to assist the parents coaching the teams. A handbook and training are provided. Parents may request to coach with ONE other parent. If you are interested, fill out the volunteer application online: CRYouthSports.com FOR MORE INFORMATION: E.MALLOY@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

SPORTS

BECOME A YOUTH SPORTS SPONSOR! Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation offers a unique opportunity to spotlight your business or community organization while supporting our youth. Your sponsorship enables our department to further its mission of championing and enriching the lives of our youth through active and healthy lifestyles.

Whether you are interested in an exclusive sponsorship opportunity as an expression of your company’s values or would like to sponsor your child’s team in order to raise the profile of your company – we have just the package for you. No matter which sponsorship package you choose, we promise you will receive the attention, recognition, and publicity that you deserve for your

Football ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE (18+ yrs.)

Put your team together for no-contact, 7-on-7 flag football. Teams will play a five game season plus a postseason tournament. Managers’ meeting: 8/25.

Register by 8/18. #202902-01 M 8/28-10/16* 6-9pm $125/team Ellis *No program 9/4 (+$15 cash/game/team for official)

6-7 years #211401-01 Tu/Sa 9/12-10/14

Tu: 5:30-6:30pm, Sa: 9-10am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Cleveland Park 8-10 years #211402-01 Tu/Sa 9/12-10/14

Tu: 5:30-6:30pm, Sa: 9-10am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Cleveland Park

FOOTBALL BUDDIES (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of throwing, catching, hand-offs, stances, offense, defense, and more in a fun, non-competitive

sponsorship.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: CONTACT LIZ MALLOY ATHLETICS COORDINATOR 319-286-5698 OR E.MALLOY@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL (6-10 yrs.)

Flag Football is back! Learn the fundamentals of football, teamwork and sportsmanship in this fun, instructional program. This is a low-contact league with shirts, footballs, and flag belts. One-hour practices/games. The first Saturday will be a practice. Meet at the pavilion. Register by 9/5.

atmosphere. Register by 9/5.

WEATHER CANCELLATION

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 55

4 years #211406-01 Sa 9/16-10/14 10-10:45am $42 (R $35) Cleveland Park 5 years #211406-02 Sa 9/16-10/14 10-10:45am $42 (R $35) Cleveland Park

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SPORTS

Other Sports BLASTBALL (3-4 yrs. with Adult) Must be age 3 by 9/15 and not turn age 5 by 10/13.

Learn baseball basics in this game for beginners. Parents partner with their child to practice skills and play the game. No gloves needed. A foam bat and ball will be used. Register by 9/5. #211309-01 F 9/15-10/13 5:30-6:15pm $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt Noelridge

INTRO TO SPORTS (3-8 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Try soccer, baseball, football and more! Learn new skills and practice basic movements for a variety of sports. Register by 9/5.

3-4 years with adult #211906-01 W 9/13-10/11 5:30-6:15pm $41 (R $34) includes shirt NW Rec Greenspace 5-7 years #211906-02 W 9/13-10/11 6:30-7:15pm $41 (R $34) includes shirt NW Rec Greenspace

WEATHER CANCELLATION

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Skating LEARN-TO-SKATE LESSONS This program is a partnership of CR Parks & Recreation and the CR Ice Arena. Classes are coordinated by the Ice Arena and use the Learn to Skate USA program. If you are new to the sport of skating, sign up for Basic 1 or Snowplow Sam (if age 4-6). You will be evaluated the first day of class for placement. Wear warm clothing, gloves and a protective helmet. CRIA will contact you about USFSA fees.

To register: 319-286-5566 or CRREC.org Questions? 319-398-0100 or Tonya Frost at 319-730-6202.

SNOW PLOW SAM (BEGINNER) (4-6 yrs.)

For skaters ages 4-6 who have had little or no formal training. September Session: Register by 9/6. November Session: Register by 11/8. #219101-01 M 9/11-11/6* 4:30-5:15pm #219101-02 M 9/11-11/6* 5:30-6:15pm #219101-03 Sa 9/16-11/4 9-9:45am $95 (R $87) *No class 9/18 CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW #219101-04 M 11/13-12/18 4:30-5:15pm #219101-05 M 11/13-12/18 5:30-6:15pm #219101-06 Sa 11/11-12/16 9-9:45am $78 (R $70) CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

BASIC SKILLS 1-2 (6+ yrs.)

For skaters age 7 and older who have little or no formal training or those ages 6 and older who have completed Snow Plow Sam series. September Session: Register by 9/6. November Session: Register by 11/8. #219102-01 M 9/11-11/6* 5:30-6:15pm #219102-02 Sa 9/16-11/4 9-9:45am $95 (R $87) *No class 9/18 CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW #219102-03 M 11/13-12/18 5:30-6:15pm #219102-04 Sa 11/11-12/16 9-9:45am $78 (R $70) CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW

ADULTS AND TEENS (13+ yrs.)

This class has four basic skills levels targeted for teens and adults.

September Session: Register by 9/6.

November Session: Register by 11/8. #219106-01 M 9/11-11/6* 7-7:45pm #219106-02 Sa 9/16-11/4 9:45-10:30am $95 (R $87) *No class 9/18 CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW #219106-03 M 11/13-12/18 7-7:45pm #219106-04 Sa 11/11-12/16 9-9:45am $78 (R $70) CR Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW

Soccer YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS

SPORTS

(4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Build your soccer skills in this indoor practice program. Learn the basics and improve your skills with drills and mini games. No games will be played.

Register by 10/25.

4-5 years #211506-01 Sa 11/4-12/16* 11-11:30am $36 (R $29) includes shirt Gibson *No program 11/25 6-7 years #211507-01 Sa 11/4-12/16* 11:45am-12:30 $43 (R $36) includes shirt Gibson *No program 11/25 8-10 years #211508-01 Sa 11/4-12/16* 12:45-1:30pm $43 (R $36) includes shirt Gibson *No program 11/25

OUTDOOR SOCCER (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of soccer and play fun games in this instructional program.

A schedule of games and times will be handed out the first day.

Register by 9/5.

4-5 years #211501-01 Th 9/14-10/19 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Van Vechten #211501-02 M 9/11-10/16 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street 6-7 years #211502-01M/Th 9/11-10/12 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Van Vechten #211502-02 M/Th 9/11-10/12 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street 8-10 years #211505-01 M/Th 9/11-10/12 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

Tennis YOUTH LESSONS These lessons emphasize specific skills and games for each age level using the USTA QuickStart format.

Classes are coordinated by Westfield Tennis Club professionals for children ages 4-16. To register, call 319-2865566. Questions? Call 319-396-7060.

LITTLE ACES TENNIS LESSONS (4-6 yrs.)

#209101-01 M 9/11-9/25* 4:15-5pm #209101-02 Sa 9/9-9/30 3:30-4:15pm #209101-03 M 10/2-10/23 4:15-5pm #209101-04 Sa 10/7-10/28 3:30-4:15pm #209101-05 M 10/30-11/20 4:15-5pm #209101-06 Sa 11/4-11/25 3:30-4:15pm #209101-07 M 11/27-12/18 4:15-5pm #209101-08 Sa 12/2-12/23 3:30-4:15pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW *If your session has only 3 classes scheduled, you may make up the 4th on another day and time during that session.

HOT SHOTS TENNIS LESSONS (7-11 yrs.)

#209102-02 M 9/11-9/25* 5-6pm #209102-01 Sa 9/9-9/30 4:30-5:30pm #209102-04 M 10/2-10/23 5-6pm #209102-03 Sa 10/7-10/28 4:30-5:30pm #209102-06 M 10/30-11/20 5-6pm #209102-05 Sa 11/4-11/25 4:30-5:30pm #209102-08 M 11/27-12/18 5-6pm #209102-07 Sa 12/2-12/23 4:30-5:30pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW *If your session has only 3 classes scheduled, you may make up the 4th on another day and time during that session.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 55

FUTURE STARS TENNIS LESSONS (12-16 yrs.)

#209103-01 M 9/11-9/25 6-7pm #209103-02 M 10/2-10/23 6-7pm #209103-03 M 10/30-11/20 6-7pm #209103-04 M 11/27-12/18 6-7pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

Volleyball *NEW* ADULT VOLLEYBALL (18+ yrs.)

Love volleyball? Join our co-ed league with 8 weeks of play followed by a tournament. Grab your friends and register as a team or sign up as an open player and be assigned to a team. Register by 10/27. #202301-01 Team $170 #202301-02 Open Player $35 Tu 10/24-12/19 7-9pm NW Rec

JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL (8-12 yrs.)

Bump, set and spike your way to glory while learning the basics in fun and entertaining ways. Beginners as well as experienced players are welcome.

Register by 9/5.

Beginner: 8-10 years #211901-01 Tu/Th 9/12-10/12 5:30-6:30pm $71 (R $63) includes shirt NW Rec 10-12 years #211901-02 Tu/Th 9/12-10/12 6:40-7:40pm $71 (R $63) includes shirt NW Rec

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FAMILY GOLF RATES GARDNER, TWIN PINES, JONES Saturday and Sunday after 12:00 p.m.

Adult $17.50, Child $5.50 (Must play as a family in the same group)

FALL GOLF RATES Begin September 18, 2017 ELLIS

GARDNER

TWIN PINES

JONES

18-Hole (Riding)

$30

$30

$27.50

$25

9-Hole (Riding)

$20

$20

$17

$17

18-Hole (Walking)

$18

$18

$15.50

$13

9-Hole (Walking)

$13

$13

$10

$10

Juniors (Walking)

$13

$13

$10

$10

18-Hole Cart Rental

$12

$12

$12

$12

9-Hole Cart Rental

$7

$7

$7

$7

Multiple golf experiences with one mission...that’s Cedar Rapids Golf!

Golf Office City Services Center

a Parent/Child Tournament

(Grandparent/Grandchild, too)

319-286-5588

8” Cup - Alternate Shot Sunday, August 20 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Twin Pines Golf Course

Clubhouse Hours After Labor Day, the clubhouses will be open from 7:00 a.m. until dusk (8:00 a.m. until dusk in October).

Online Pro Shop Visit PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com to buy golf punch cards, hole-in-one mementos and gift cards for every occasion. Gift cards are offered in any amount and may be used for golf fees, merchandise or concession purchases.

Gift cards are also able to be “refilled” with additional dollars.

Greens Aerification Jones Park......................September 5-6 Ellis Park.................... September 11-12 Gardner..................... September 18-19 Twin Pines................. September 25-26

GOLF

500 15th Avenue SW

Call 319-286-5583 for details or to register.

Patriot Golf Day Tournament *NEW* Lunch sponsored by Harris Golf Cars

Four-Person Best Shot Sunday, August 27 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Gardner Golf Course $60/player ($240/team)

Fee includes golf, cart, tee gift, lunch, flighted team prizes plus donation to Folds of Honor Foundation. More info at FoldsofHonor.org. Raffle will be held the day of tournament for golf equipment from major vendors. Call 319-286-5586 to register.

Fall Tournaments September W, 9/6 Senior Best Shot, Jones Su, 9/10 Crandic Tour 2-Person

Ryder Cup, Jones October Su, 10/1 Backwards Tourney, Twin Pines Su, 10/8 Chili Open Best Shot, Ellis Tee Times are taken through October.

Call courses for reservations: Ellis Park.................................. 286-5589 Gardner................................... 286-5586 Jones Park............................... 286-5581 Twin Pines............................... 286-5583 Online Reservations: PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

Foot Golf *NEW* FOOT GOLF AT JONES (All Ages) Combine soccer and golf and you’ve got Foot Golf! This fun sport is played with a regulation #5 soccer ball and 21-inch diameter cups. The rules are similar to golf. Tennis or turf shoes are required. No cleats/soccer shoes are permitted. For more information, go to www.footgolf.us or the golf website: PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com.

FOOT GOLF BIRTHDAY PARTIES now available at Jones Golf Course!

For details and pricing, call 319-286-5581 and ask for Ben.

M-Th 3:30pm-Dusk Jones Golf Course Sa 3:30pm-Dusk Jones Golf Course Su Not Available Foot Golf Fee: $10/player Soccer Ball Rental: $5

www.PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

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POOL ACCESSIBILITY Bender Pool is equipped with a hydraulic chair and sloping steps in addition to traditional pool ladders.

BENDER

LOCKER ROOMS

INDOOR POOL

The pool has locker rooms equipped with showers, hair dryers, electrical outlets, and baby changing tables.

940 14th Avenue SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 319-286-5790

Bring your own padlock or rent one from the pool. (You will be required to leave your I.D. at the desk when you rent a lock. It will be returned when you return the lock.) Personal locks must be removed daily. Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation is not responsible for locks or for lost or stolen items.

Public Swims The public swim schedule below is in effect 8/21 through 12/1. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, during school inservice days, for special activities, maintenance needs and other events.

Bender Pool will be closed for Labor Day, September 4 Veterans Day, November 11 Thanksgiving Day, November 23 Thanksgiving Break, November 24

LAP SWIM (15+ yrs.)

Take time for yourself and feel better after some laps. This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool will be closed, noodles will not be permitted.

M/W/F 11am-12:45pm

(No swim 9/4, 11/24) M/W 6:30-7:25pm (No swim 9/4) Sa 7:30-8:45am

(Begins 9/2, no swim 11/11) Su 11:15am-12:45pm (Begins 9/11) $4.75 or pass

ADULT 18+ SWIM Open swim for anyone age 18 or over.

M/W/F 1-3pm $4.25 or pass (No swim 9/4, 11/22, 11/24)

OPEN SWIM (All Ages) Large inflatables will be in the pool on the first and third Friday of each month. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays of each month.

Food is not allowed. Flotation devices, tubes, noodles, etc. are allowed crowd permitting. Begins 9/8.

F 3:30-7:30pm

(No swim 10/27, 11/11, 11/24) Su 1-4pm $5 or pass

FRIDAY NIGHT SPOOKY SWIM (5-14 yrs.)

Celebrate Halloween at Bender Pool.

You’ll receive a bag of treats as you leave. No preregistration required.

Swim passes are not accepted.

F

6-8:30pm $6/person

THANKSGIVING SWIM (All Ages) School’s Out! Enjoy an open swim at Bender Pool.

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11/22

1-4pm

$5 or pass

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GENERAL POOL RULES: • Children ages 5 and under must be supervised by an adult within arm’s length.

• Youth ages 6-10 must be supervised by an adult or responsible person at least age 14.

• Children’s swimsuits with permanent built-in floats are permitted but not recommended.

Lifejackets and suits with removable floats are not permitted.

• Actual swim attire is required.

Fibers from street clothing damage the pool filter. (Sorry, no basketball shorts.)

• Swim diapers are required for children who are not toilet trained. They are available from the pool cashier for $1.

Photo I.D. Season Passes • You must bring your card with you to enter the facility.

• Plastic photo I.D. cards will be reusable from one season to the next. Don’t throw them out, just renew them.

• Purchase passes through the Parks & Recreation Department at the NW Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW. • Pass holders present cards for entry verification and then keep cards themselves while at the pool. The pool is not responsible for lost or stolen season passes.

• Pass may be revoked for pool rule infractions.

• Passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

• Not all programs may be available even though the pass is valid.

PUNCH PASS This pass may be used by an individual, transferred to another person, or used by a family or group. No photo required. Pass expires on the 16th punch or May 18, 2018, whichever comes first. Purchase passes at NW Recreation Center or City Services Center (CSC). $68 Valid 9/5/17-5/18/18 Nonrefundable

INDIVIDUAL & SENIOR 60+ PASS May be used for water exercise, lap swims, open swims, adult swims and holiday swims.

Individual: $160 (R $150) Senior 60+: $135 (R $125) Valid 9/5/17-5/18/18 Nonrefundable, nontransferable

CLASS MAXIMUMS When a class reaches the maximum of 30 people, participants who arrive after that may be asked to attend at another time.

WATER EXERCISE

Aquatic Programs ADULT LESSONS (15+ yrs.)

Wish you could swim better? This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn. Classes are for beginner level swimmers or those with minimal formal instruction.

(15+ yrs.)

Concentrate on stretching, strengthening, flexibility and range of motion exercises during an aerobic workout.

Drop-in program, preregistration is not required.

#204215-01 M/W #204215-02 M/W #204215-03 M/W $41 (R $34)

M-F 8/21-12/1* 9-9:55am $5 or pass M/W 8/21-12/1 5:30-6:25pm $5 or pass *No class 9/4, 11/23, 11/24

It’s never too late to learn to swim!

This is the perfect class for kids ages 11-14 to learn basic swimming skills with others their own age.

AQUATHERAPY (15+ yrs.)

Exercise at your own pace in the comfort of warm water. Please make your own arrangements if you need assistance dressing or in the locker room. Anyone entering the water must pay.

M/W/F 8/21-12/1* 10-10:55am $4 or pass *No class 11/24

9/11-9/27 7:30-8:20pm 10/2-10/18 7:30-8:20pm 10/23-11/8 7:30-8:20pm Bender

SWIMMING

Valid Sept. 5, 2017 - May 18, 2018

Water Exercise

TEEN/TWEEN GROUP LESSONS (11-14 yrs.)

#204213-01 Sa 9/2-9/30 12-12:40pm #204213-02 Sa 10/7-11/4 12-12:40pm $35 (R $28) Bender

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (3+ yrs.)

Private (1 instructor/1 student) and semi-private (1 instructor/2 students of the same skill level) 30-minute lessons are available for kids or adults.

Call 286-5741 for day/time.

Private Lessons $41 (R $34)/lesson Semi-Private Lessons $46 (R $39)/lesson

BENDER POOL RENTALS Reserve the pool now for your party from September 9 - November 26.

Large inflatables are also available for $50 per 2 hour block.

Call 319-286-5566. Payment is required at the time when the rental reservation is made.

Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date requested. Fees are non-refundable.

Rental Times: Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

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Rental Fees: 1-30 people....... $160/2 hour block 31-60 people..... $180/2 hour block 61-90 people..... $200/2 hour block 91-120 people... $220/2 hour block

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SWIMMING

Lifeguard Classes AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15+ yrs.)

Class begins at NW Rec. Successful completion results in certification as a lifeguard. Prerequisite skills test must be passed prior to the first day of class. Skills assessed will be 300 yd. continuous swim, timed 10 lb. brick retrieval, and 2 minutes treading water (no arms). Must be age 15 by the last day of class.

November Class (Register by 11/14) #204209-01 F-Su 11/17-11/19 $150 (R $140) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 11/12 7-8pm Tu 11/14 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 11/17 5-10pm Sa 11/18 8am-10pm Su 11/19 8am-9pm

LIFEGUARD REVIEW (15+ yrs.)

Has it been two years since you last took a lifeguarding class? This class is for participants to demonstrate their knowledge and skill competency with little or no review. (Current lifeguard certifications are required.) Successful completion of this class renews your lifeguard, first aid, CPR-P, and AED. Bring pocket mask, book, suit, and towel.

November Class (Register by 11/15) #204221-01 Sa 11/18 8am-8pm $93 (R $85) NW Rec/Bender

SWIMMING LESSON INFORMATION Advanced registration is required.

Choose the session, then pick the level and time of the desired class.

Register using the corresponding number.

WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS, TRANSFERS Withdrawals and transfers will be honored if they are made by 5pm the Wednesday before the first day of class. In all cases a $4 nonrefundable handling fee will be deducted from the refund. Once the Thursday before the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION See page 55 for registration information. On Friday before the session begins, limited registration may be available.

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YOUTH SUPERVISION POLICY Children are supervised by staff during the scheduled class time only. Please make arrangements for your child before and after class.

CANCELLATIONS While every effort will be made, there are no guarantees that classes cancelled by Parks & Recreation will be made up. Make up times/days are subject to pool schedule.

LOW/HIGH ENROLLMENT Classes not making the minimum enrollment may be cancelled. Maximums are not guaranteed.

AGE REQUIREMENT If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may be registered for that program unless an exception is noted otherwise.

HEALTH REQUIREMENT If your child is sick, he/she may not enter the water for two weeks after the last episode of diarrhea.

PARENT/CHILD

a

PUDDLEJUMPERS

(Parent & Child 6 mos.-3 yrs.)

The purpose of this class is to expose the child to water adjustment skills.

Front kicking, underwater exploration, and entering and exiting the water will be covered. One parent per child.

SCHOOL AGE LEVELS Read each level carefully and compare the skills listed to those your child is currently able to perform. If you are certain that your child can complete the “TO PASS” skills, then register them for the next higher level if he/she is the appropriate age.

Note: In most cases, it will take a child more than one session of lessons to pass the level.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS (3-5 yrs.)

Must be age 3 by the first day of class.

Four year-olds who have passed a Level 1 class may go to Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Putting face/head under water Floating Blowing bubbles Gliding on front/back

TO PASS: • Enter independently, bob 5 times unassisted • Glide on front, roll to back and return to vertical (with support if needed) • Float on back

LEVEL 2 FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS (5-10 yrs.)

Four year-olds may participate if they have passed Level 1 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Bobbing Floating unsupported Front/back glides Combined stroke unsupported

TO PASS: • Enter chest deep water, front float, roll to back float, return to vertical (Repeat starting with back float) • Swim using combined front stroke, roll to back and float 15 seconds, return to front and continue swimming LEVEL 3 STROKE DEVELOPMENT (5-10 yrs.) Must pass Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Front crawl stroke Rotary breathing Elementary backstroke Breast stroke/dolphin/scissors kicks • Treading • Sitting/kneeling dives TO PASS: • Jump into deep water, recover to surface, maintain position 1 minute by floating/treading, swim front crawl or elementary backstroke 25 yards, exit water • Swim front crawl 15 yards, change position and direction and swim elementary backstroke 15 yards, exit water

LEVEL 4 STROKE IMPROVEMENT (6-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 3

SWIMMING

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS

SKILLS INCLUDE: • Breast stroke • Side stroke • Back crawl • Butterfly • Dives from side • Open Turns TO PASS: • Perform feet-first entry into deep water, swim front crawl 25 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 25 yards • Submerge and swim 3-5 body lengths under water • Swim breast stroke 15 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 15 yards LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENT (7-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 4 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Side stroke • Shallow dives • Flip turns • Survival float • Stroke refinement TO PASS: • Perform shallow dive into deep water, swim front crawl 50 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 50 yards • Swim breast stroke 25 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 25 yards

IMPORTANT! If your child does not meet the age requirement, the computer will reject your registration and your child will not be enrolled. If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, he/she may register for that program. In this instance, you cannot register online. Call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation, 319-286-5566.

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Bender Indoor Swim Lessons

SWIMMING

SESSION DATES:

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“A” 8/28-10/5

“B” 10/7-11/16*

“BB” 11/28-12/14

6 weeks - No class 9/4 6 weeks - No class 10/31

*Saturday classes end on 11/4

3 weeks

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204208-07

204208-13

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

10-10:30am

X

X

$44

$37

$33

$26

204208-02

204208-08

204208-14

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204208-03

204208-09

204208-15

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204208-04

204208-10

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204208-05

204208-11

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204208-06

204208-12

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204201-01

204201-13

X

Level 1

M/W

4:15-4:45pm

$41

$34

$44

$37

X

X

204201-02

204201-14

X

Level 1

M/W

4:50-5:20pm

$41

$34

$44

$37

X

X

204201-03

204201-16

204201-27

Level 1

Tu/Th

4:30-5pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204201-04

204201-17

204201-28

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:05-5:35pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204201-05

204201-18

204201-29

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204201-06

204201-19

204201-30

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:15-6:45pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204201-07

204201-20

204201-31

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$44

$37

$41

$34

$33

$26

204201-08

204201-21

X

Level 1

Sa

9-9:30am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204201-09

204201-22

X

Level 1

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204201-10

204201-23

X

Level 1

Sa

10:10-10:40am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204201-11

204201-24

X

Level 1

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204201-12

204201-25

X

Level 1

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$26

$22

$26

$22

X

X

204202-01

204202-08

X

Level 2

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$55

$48

X

X

204202-02

204202-09

204202-15

Level 2

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204202-03

204202-10

204202-16

Level 2

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204202-04

204202-11

204202-17

Level 2

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204202-05

204202-12

X

Level 2

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204202-06

204202-13

X

Level 2

Sa

10-10:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204202-07

204202-14

X

Level 2

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204203-01

204203-07

X

Level 3

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$55

$48

X

X

204203-02

204203-08

204203-13

Level 3

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204203-03

204203-09

204203-14

Level 3

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204203-04

204203-10

204203-15

Level 3

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204203-05

204203-11

X

Level 3

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204203-06

204203-12

X

Level 3

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204204-01

204204-06

204204-11

Level 4

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204204-02

204204-07

204204-12

Level 4

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204204-03

204204-08

204204-13

Level 4

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204204-04

204204-09

X

Level 4

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204204-05

204204-10

X

Level 4

Sa

10-10:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

204205-01

204205-03

204205-05

Level 5

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$55

$48

$51

$44

$41

$34

204205-02

204205-04

X

Level 5

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

$35

$28

X

X

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YOUR PARKS Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation manages 96 parks and trails on 4,171 acres of land. In addition to urban parks of all sizes, there are many acres reserved for park expansion and flood control. Use our online Parks Finder to locate a park and view its amenities at http://bit.ly/crparks.

aOff-Leash Dog Parks The City operates two off-leash parks.

Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park is located on Cedar Bend Lane SW, off Old River Road and K9 Acres is located in Squaw Creek Park at 5200 Golf Course Road, Marion.

Permits are $32/year with up to $10 in discounts. They are required to use these facilities. Purchase them online at CRREC.org, by phone (319-2865566) or in person at: Parks & Recreation Dept.

City Services Center (CSC) 500 15th Avenue SW Weekdays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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Trout Release

Rent one of 24 pavilions in the City parks up to one year in advance of the intended use date. The last date for pavilion rental in the fall is October 1, 2017. They are rented for two use periods: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 - 10:00 p.m. Sizes range from 7-30 tables. Rates vary based on size.

Iowa Department of Natural Resources will release trout into the lake at Prairie Park Fishery at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 17. A valid fishing license and trout stamp are required.

Call 319-286-5566, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for more information. See pavilions and their features at CRREC.org.

BENDER POOL See page 47 for information.

Splash Pads Splash pads are ready to keep kids cool through September 4, 2017.

They are located at Cedar Valley, Cleveland, Daniels, Hayes, Hidder, Jacolyn, Noelridge, Redmond, Time Check and Twin Pines Parks.

Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A rabies tag number is required when purchasing a permit. See k9cola.org for details.

aTrails

Daily Passes (for those who want to try the park or are just in the area for a short time) may be purchased for $6/ day. Buy them online, by phone or in person at the locations above.

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Park Pavilion Rental

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation maintains a variety of hard surface and crushed limestone recreational trails. If you make a complete tour of all the park trails, you will travel over 24 miles.

Visit LinnCountyTrails.org for trail maps.

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Facility Rentals

NW RECREATION CENTER See page 32 for information.

USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE/ USHERS FERRY LODGE The Ushers Ferry Lodge as well as the gazebo, houses and grounds at the village are available for rental. Call 319-286-5699 or go to UFHV.com for more information.

WEDDING RENTALS • Ellis Shakespeare Garden • Noelridge Flower Gardens • Ushers Ferry Historic Village • Ushers Ferry Lodge For more information about renting the above facilities, call 319-286-5699 or go to UFHV.com.

Forestry is responsible for planting and maintaining trees and woody vegetation along City right-of-ways, parks and golf courses. The program, a division of the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department, maintains approximately 60,000 public trees within the borders of Cedar Rapids.

Storm Damage

Fruit TreeKeepers

Wood Chips/Firewood

Several rounds of small, but violent storms in June caused significant damage to trees in Cedar Rapids. Here are some statistics from the storms:

A TREES FOREVER PROGRAM Learn how to manage and care for fruit and nut trees, then volunteer in your local community to ensure the survival and production capabilities of local trees and orchards. The in-class education is supplemented with hands on volunteer opportunities.

The City of Cedar Rapids has several options for both firewood and wood chips. Currently, there are three areas with wood chips for resident use:

• 180,360 lbs. (90.18 tons) of debris, not including logs • Over 200 work orders • 21 tree removals • Over 740 crewmember hours (88 hours of overtime) • 4 trees hit or on houses • 7 branches/trees on vehicles

Email Carl Barnhart for more information: cbarnhart@treesforever.org

Tree Care Residents can help maintain private and parkway trees in two easy ways.

First, mulching is the single cheapest and easiest thing to do to help trees.

One or two bags of mulch spread

Tree City USA 2017 is the 40-year anniversary for Cedar Rapids as a Tree City USA, making Cedar Rapids one of oldest Tree City USA members in the country and the oldest in Iowa. Several events have taken place so far this year to celebrate and there will be more to come in the next few months including tree planting projects and speakers on various tree-related topics. The City will receive the 40th Tree City USA award in April 2018.

around the base of a tree will protect it from lawnmower and weed whip damage, as well as regulate soil moisture and increase organic matter.

Use shredded wood chips, not rock.

The mulch should taper down to the trunk, not be piled against it.

Next, water trees of all ages during dry periods (10-14 days without rain). This can be done with a five-gallon bucket with a small hole in the bottom, an irrigation bag, or by letting the garden hose run at a very light trickle at the base of the tree for an hour or so.

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• Beverly Gardens, off Edgewood, south of route 30 • Shaver Park, along Wenig Court, running east off of Wenig Road NE • Van Vechten wood lot, across from the baseball fields in Van Vechten Park SE. Cedar Rapids residents may pick up and load wood chips at any time.

For firewood, the Van Vechten wood lot is currently fully stocked with logs that can be cut to firewood length. A permit is needed prior to using the lot for cutting wood. There is no cost and the permit is good for a year. A second firewood lot is scheduled to open later this year at Beverly Gardens.

Please note: The former wood lot on A Street SW is no longer in use and fines will be issued for illegal dumping. In addition, the wood cutting sites are for firewood cutting and mulch loading only. No dumping is allowed on these sites.

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PARKS & RECREATION FACILITY HOURS AND PHONE NUMBERS Administrative Office.... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Bender Pool................... 319-286-5790 During programmed hours City Services Center...... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES • Payment must be received to register for a program.

• The Department reserves the right to cancel or consolidate classes based on registration. A full refund is issued for all cancelled classes. Minimum and maximum class sizes are utilized.

• Waiting lists are established when classes are full. Additional classes may be offered if the minimum enrollment is reached and facility space is available.

• Fees will not be prorated.

Golf Office (CSC)............ 319-286-5588 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

• Registration is required prior to the start of class, unless noted.

NW Recreation Center.. 319-286-5731 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

• A $4 nonrefundable handling charge will be deducted from the refund of

Saturdays: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sundays: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Pavilion Rental............... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Ushers Ferry.................. 319-286-5763 During programmed hours

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• A youth waiver is required for every participant under age 17. each class when an enrollee withdraws prior to the first day of class. Once the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the class or program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation. Swimming exception: See page 48.

• If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may register for that program unless noted otherwise.

• Web registration is available up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

HOW-TO-READ OUR COURSE INFORMATION Course Title Ages

@CityofCRIowa

Course Description Day(s) Course Meets

CityofCR

Program Number

FUN WITH ART (5-9 yrs.)

Have fun exploring the madness of mixing multiple media together. Painting, drawing, chalk, charcoal, gooey substances and found objects will be used to create fun, imaginative forms, constructions and paintings.

Time Course Meets #203205-01 Th 9/14-10/19 5-6pm #203205-02 Th 10/26-12/7* 5-6pm $43 (R $36) NW Rec *No class 11/22

Non-resident Course Fee Text / Email Alerts

Date(s) Course Meets Month/Day

Abbreviations: M=Monday

F=Friday

Resident Course Fees

Course Location

Tu=Tuesday W=Wednesday Sa=Saturday Su=Sunday

Th=Thursday

R = Resident Fee (zip code with the first three numbers 524 required for this discount.)

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I want to register; now what do I do?

GO ONLINE - Our improved process is convenient and easy!

Log on to CRREC.org. Click on the Online Registration link. Log on and follow the directions provided. The first time you use the system your user name is your household I.D. number and your password is the primary adult’s last name (up to twelve characters, not case sensitive). Online registration is processed 24 hours a day with credit card payment up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

CALL US Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566. Your registration will be processed by a customer service representative while you wait. Credit card payment only.

WALK IN Stop by one of our two locations below. Cash, check, Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation gift certificates, Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

T-SHIRT SIZES Youth Sizes:

Adult Sizes:

REGISTRATION

DISCOUNTS Financial Assistance Program A discount is available for those who qualify on recreational programs and swim passes.

Please call 319-286-5566 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for more information on guidelines and the qualification process.

Resident Those who reside in a zip code with 524 as the first three numbers receive a discount for programs and swim passes.

MAIL IN Use the form below and mail it to us with your check or money order at: Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Northwest Recreation Center City Services Center (CSC) 1340 11th Street NW

[or] 500 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

YXS = 2-4 YS = 6-8 YM = 10-12 YL = 14-16 S, M, L

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City

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Initial

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Phone Numbers: Home Work Cell Choice First

Prog. #

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Program Fee

PAYMENT ENCLOSED (Check or money order only. Make payable to: City of Cedar Rapids) Can we email your receipt? If yes please list address:

YOUTH WAIVER AND PHOTO/VIDEO PERMISSION (One form per participant for youth programs only.)

Participant Name Phone

Address

Age

Date of Birth

SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN: I hereby authorize my son/daughter to register to participate in the above stated program(s) sponsored by the City of Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department. I understand that this (these) program(s), like most programs similar in nature, has (have) some degree of inherent risk involved.

Furthermore, my son/daughter is in good physical condition appropriate to participate in the stated activity(ies) AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PARTICIPANTS MUST ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBIIITY FOR BODILY INJURY INCURRED WHILE TAKING PART IN THE ACTIVITY(IES). NO ACCIDENT INSURANCE IS PROVIDED THROUGH THE CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS. I grant the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department permission to use pictures or videos taken of my child during participation in programs. I waive my right to inspection or compensation.

SIGNATURE DATE

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