2016 Mtwc Rec Dept Summer Activity Guide

CITY OF MANITOWOC

ACTIVITY GUIDE 2016

Aquatic Center Lincoln Park Zoo

11 Manitowoc Senior Center…………………12 Lincoln Park Zoo……..……………….. 13-14 Park Amenities /Rentals ….……...….. 15-18 MetroStage Music………………………... 19 Registration Information……………..…... 20

Manitowoc Library Parks Division Rahr-West Art Museum Recreation Division

Dept. of Public Infrastructure Dan Koski (Director) Manitowoc Recreation & Senior Center Division 3330 Custer Street (920) 686-3060 Hours Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm Staff Denise Larson (Manager) Penny Fabian (Admin) Melissa Franz (Admin) Manitowoc Parks Division 2655 S. 35th Street (920) 686-3580 Hours Monday–Friday 7:00am–4:00pm Staff Chad Scheinoha (Manager) Sue Reilly (Admin) Sandy Ronski (Admin)

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Rahr West Art Museum 610 N 8th Street (920) 686-3090 Hours Tuesday–Friday 10:00am–4:00pm Saturday & Sunday 11:00am–4:00pm Staff Greg Vadney (Director) Elaine Schroeder (Admin) Maritime Metro Transit 915 S. 11th Street (920) 686-3560 Hours Monday–Friday 8:00a–4:00p Staff Jim Muenzenmeyer (Manager)

Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street 686-3000 Service Desk 686-3030 Children’s Desk Hours Mon-Wed 9:00am-8:00pm CLOSED THURSDAY Friday 9:00am-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday Noon-4pm Staff Cherilyn Stewart (Director) Ann Herrmann (Children’s Services Manager) Anne Juza (Public Services Manager)

WAIVER OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT This waiver of liability pertains to all programs/classes registered through the Parks & Recreation Divisions.

I hereby understand that those individuals registered for the programs stated on this form, and myself as a parent or guardian, acknowledge that each program, like all physical activities, presents some inherent risk of injury. I further recognize that the City of Manitowoc and other organizations which allow the use of facilities, do not provide hospital/ medical insurance for the duration of the program. Therefore, I hereby release these organizations and their employees of any financial responsibility due to injuries received during the program participation.

Infant Swim Parent Child Orients parents and children to the aquatic environment through safe play, submerging to mouth, nose and eyes, etc. Class is 30 min.

Requirements: 0-18 months Held at Riverview School

Session I: June 20 - July 14 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 11:00am Session 2: July 18 - Aug 11 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 11:00am Level 2 Fundamental Skills Learn fundamental skills such as rolling over, treading water. Class is 50 min.

Requirements: Complete Level 1 Held at Lincoln High School

Session l: June 20 - July 14 Mon/Wed 9:00am Tues/Thurs 10:00am Session 2: July 18 - Aug 11 Mon/Wed 9:00am Tues/Thurs 10:00am

Fees for all Swim Lessons City Resident: $29.00 Non-Resident: $36.00

Tot Swim Preschool Aquatics

Level 1 Intro to Water Skills

Orients children to the aquatic environment through games, teaching bobbing, arm and leg action. Class is 30 min.

Requirements: 19 months to 5 years of age Held at Riverview School

Get comfortable with the water and enjoy the water safely through bubble blowing, retrieving objects underwater, beginning floating, etc. Class is 30 min.

Requirements: 5 years old Held at Riverview School

Session I: June 20 - July 14 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 10:00am or 10:30am Session 2: July 18 - Aug 11 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 10:00am or 10:30am

Session l: June 20 - July 14 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 9:00am or 9:30am Session 2: July 18 - Aug 11 Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 9:00am or 9:30am

Level 3 Stroke Development

Lifeguard Training

Builds on skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water. Class is 50 min.

Requirements: Complete Level 2 Held at Lincoln High School

Lifeguard Fees: $165.00 (Resident) $175.00 (Non Resident)

Class is American Red Cross certified and teaches skills needed to become a lifeguard including, first aid, CPR and water rescues. Participants must Session l: June 20 - July 14 be at least 15 years of age and pass a Mon/Wed 9:00am skills test given on the first day.

Session 2: July 19 - Aug 11 Requirements: ability to swim 300 yards non-stop and tread water. Class Tues/Thurs 9:00am size is limited, registration will be taken on a first-come, first-served Level 4 basis.

Class will run July 5 - 9. Testing will Stroke Improvement Develops confidence in the skills be Saturday morning. learned including open turns, Classes will be held at the Manitowoc underwater swimming, survival Family Aquatic Center. swimming. Class is 50 min.

ALL CLASSES MUST BE Requirements: Complete Level 3 ATTENDED FOR CERTIFICATION Held at Lincoln High School

Session l: June 20 - July 14 Mon/Wed 10:00am Session 2: July 19 - Aug 11 Tues/Thurs 10:00am

Lifeguard Fees: $165.00 (Resident) $175.00 (Non Resident)

Level 5 Stroke Refinement Coordination and refinement of strokes. Class is 50 min.

Requirements: Complete Level 4 Held at Lincoln High School

Session l: June 20–July 13 Mon/Wed 9:00am Session 2: July 19–Aug 11 Tues/Thurs 9:00am

Home Alone/Babysitting

Level 6 Swimming & Skill Proficiency

Evening Swim Lessons

Lessons will be offered at Lincoln High School. Please see class Refine strokes to swim efficiently, powerfully and smoothly descriptions on previous pages.

Classes will be held on Monday & over distances. Class is 50 min.

Wednesday only.

Requirements: Complete Level 5 Held at Lincoln High School

Session l: June 20–July 14

Session l: June 21–July 14 Tues/Thurs 10:00am

Session 2: July 18–Aug 10

Session 2: July 18–Aug 10 Mon/Wed 10:00am Adult Softball Leagues

Tot: Level 1: Level 2:

6:00–6:30pm 6:30–7:20pm 5:30–6:20pm

Outdoor Yoga

Do yoga lakeside at the Manitowoc This comprehensive class is Men's Softball Marina Beach, poolside at the designed for kids ages 9-14 years. 12 Week Season Participants will learn winning Leagues: Wednesday or Thursday Aquatic Center, and vegetableside at the Farmers Market with ways to talk to young children. evenings certified yoga instructors!

They will also learn information Registration: March 15–April 29 Experience gentle flow yoga, needed to handle emergencies, as linking the breath with movement. well as CPR and AED. Safety tips FEE: $390.00 per team Be sure to dress comfortably, but as children begin to stay home seasonably and bring your yoga alone or with younger children will Coed Softball mat, if you have one. Yoga class also be covered. This is an eight 10 Week Season passes may be purchased at the hour class, which includes a lunch Leagues: Monday evenings Recreation Division Office and are break (students bring own lunch). Registration: April 1–May 20 good at all locations, throughout Class will be held at Manitowoc the season. Drop in class fee $10.

Senior Center/Recreation FEE: $351.00 per team Passes are 5/$45 or 10/$85. Each Department. class is one hour long. Alternate locations provided for inclement Coed Adult Kickball Friday, June 24 or July 29 weather, classes will not cancel.

League 8-4 pm.

All levels of experience are 10 Week Season welcome!

League: Tuesday Evenings FEE: $38.00 residents Registration: April 1–May 27 Mondays at 9:30a at Marina $45.00 non-residents Beach, starting June 6

FEE: $113.00 per team *$25.00 charge will apply to all late registrations for all adult sports leagues.

Tuesdays at 6:30p at Marina Beach, starting May 3 Fridays at 10a at Aquatic Center, starting June 10 Saturdays at 9:00am at Farmer’s Market (MPL front lawn), start TBD

Tennis

Summer Sluggers Youth tee-ball instructional program, where participants learn basic running, fielding position, catching and hitting off a tee.

Held at Citizen Park Diamond 2

The 50 minute class will stress basic fundamentals for beginners and skill strategy for the more advanced player. This class is co-sponsored by the Y. Instructors are YMCA Staff. No class on July 4

Session I: June 21 - July 14 Lincoln Park Tennis Courts North 8th Street Age 5: Tues/Thurs 9:00am Ages 6-7: Tues/Thurs 10:00a June 20 - Aug 10 Mon/Wed Advanced & Beginner Session II: July 19 - Aug 11 9:00am Age 5: Tues/Thurs 9:00am Age guidelines Ages 6-7:Tues/Thurs 10:00a Beginner Ages 7–9 FEE: $15.00 resident $18.00 non resident

Adv. Beginner Ages 10 & up

FEE: $48.00 resident $60.00 non resident

Archery Workshop This is a competition-style target archery program. Participants (Archers) will use state of the art equipment designed to fit every individual.

Archers will learn about archery history, safety, proper techniques, equipment, and mental concentration. Certified instructors.

Class size is limited.

Ages 10–18 years only.

Held at Citizen Park Gym

Session I: June 20-23 4:00–5:15 pm Session II: July 11-14 4:00–5:15 pm FEE: $23.00 resident $30.00 non resident

Dance Unless indicated differently all classes will include tap/jazz/ballet.

Classes Begin June 21 - Aug 11.

Tuesdays: 3-5 yrs: 8:00 - 9:00 am 6-8 yrs: 9:00 - 10:00 am 6-8 yrs: 10:00 - 10:30 (Hip hop)

Attraction Tickets The Manitowoc Recreation Division has attraction tickets available for purchase at a discounted rate. They can be purchased during office hours Mon–Fri, 8:00am-4:00pm.

Milwaukee Zoo Adult Youth (ages 3-12)

$10.50 $ 8.50

Six Flags - Great America Any day $46.25 July 4–12 $35.25 Noah’s Ark All tickets

$26.95

MT Olympus Water & Theme Park All tickets $15.00 Tickets may be purchased with CASH or CHECK ONLY Recreation Division, 3330 Custer Street May 1–Aug 21 More info on www.manitowoc.org

Thursday 8-10 yrs: 8:00 - 9:00am 8-10 yrs: 9:00 - 9:30am (Hip Hop) 10 & up: 9:30 - 10:30am 10 & up:10:30 - 11:00am (Hip Hop) All classes will be held at Manty Dance Studio, 1402 Clark Street.

FEE: $35.00

Parks and recreation facilitate social interaction, critical to maintaining community cohesion and pride, by providing a meeting place to share experiences, socialize and to build community bonds.

Golf Clinic

Martial Arts

British Soccer Camp

Classes will include instruction on grip, swing, chipping and putting.

Class fee includes range balls and green fees. Additional cost for club rental is $16.00 for junior set and $20.00 for adult set for duration of clinic. Rentals are limited. Call 726-1800 with questions.

Basic skills and drills of Tae Kwon Do (TKD) will be taught by two of the top instructors of Lakeshore Tae Kwon Do, Mark and Erica Weber. Students will be introduced to basic techniques of martial arts in a safe, fun environment. The class will focus on: balance, mental focus, teamwork, control, fitness and coordination, respect, courtesy and self discipline.

This camp is designed for players 6-13 years of age. The camp provides soccer coaching from an international expert. Campers will be exposed to foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small side games and scrimmages.

All campers will receive a t-shirt, soccer ball and personal evaluation. Campers must bring plenty of water. Full day campers must bring lunch and a beverage.

Classes held at: CNC Links 4935 County Road C Manitowoc, WI 54220 June 20–July 14 Ages 5–13 Mon/Wed

Classes held at: Lakeshore Tae Kwon Do 823 B Jay Street, 8:00 - 8:45am Manitowoc, WI 54220

4th of July class will be held on (Below Evans Title Co.) July 8th

Tae Kwon Do: Ages 7-12 June 20 - July 20 8:00 - 8:45am 8 classes Mon-Wed 1:00 - 1:30 pm Class Fee: $42.00 FEE: $50.00 (does not include club rental) Ages 13–18 Tues/Thurs

Little Dragons: Ages 4-6 June 20 - July 18 Learn basic skating techniques 4 classes such as starting, stopping, and Mon 1:00 – 1:30 pm turning. Many games will be FEE: $30.00 (4 Classes) Roller Skating Camp

Beginner Skaters Wanted!

Classes held at: Lincoln High School Soccer Fields - South 35th Street Manitowoc, WI 54220 July 25– July 29 Half Day: 9:00am-Noon Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm FEE: Half Day $140.00 Full Day $187.00 Sign up online at: www.challengersports.com

played to help teach, but fun will be the number one priority.

Classes will be taught by Rollaire Skate Center staff.

Ages 2–Adult (Children under 3 must have parent present) Classes held at: Citizen Park Gymnasium 930 N. 18th Street Manitowoc, WI 54220

June 28, 30, July 5, 7 Tues/Thurs 10:30am-Noon FEE: $20.00

Leisure activities in parks improve mood, reduce stress and enhance a sense of wellness.

People go to parks to reinvigorate themselves and to decrease the anxieties of daily life www.facebook.com/MantyRecDept

Zoo Camps Registration is required for all camps.

Farm Life July 20

Ages 4-6

1:00 - 3:00pm

See how the zookeepers take care of the petting barn animals and learn about the farmers’ role in our society.

FEE: $12.00

River Life June 29

Ages 7-10

1:00 – 3:00pm

Take a walk down to the river and zoo pond and see what you can find.

FEE: $12.00

Playgrounds June 20 - Aug 11

Summer Friday Trips

Summer trips are open to all youth, ages 4 & up, not just those Are you looking for an action who participate in the playgrounds. packed summer? Come to your Please be sure to register prior to neighborhood playground and trip deadlines, as we may not be prepare for a summer filled with fun and adventure! Planned daily able to accommodate late registrations. Registrations can be and weekly activities include, but made with cash or check at the are not limited to, arts & crafts, Recreation Division office at 3330 team sports, contests and board games. At least one special event Custer Street. For complete details on each of these trips, visit our is planned each week. Our website or contact the Recreation enthusiastic leaders are skilled in Division at (920) 686-3060. sports, games, leadership, arts & crafts and other age appropriate activities. There are two leaders at Lincoln Park Interactive Zoo Day 12-4p each site. Registration required. June 1 Cost: $2

Playground Location (Ages 8–15)

Animal Diets Ages 7-10 Northside June 22 1:00 - 3:00pm Rheaume Park Tour the zoo and see how the zookeepers feed and care for the Southside animals.

Red Arrow Park FEE: $12.00

Tues/Thurs Mon/Wed

Tot Lot Locations

Zoo Enrichment Ages 7-10 (Ages 4–8) July 13 & 14 1:00 - 3:00pm Northside

Learn about what enrichment is an Rheaume Park how the keepers prevent the animals from getting bored. You Southside will create enrichment tools and Red Arrow Park put them into practice. FEE: $18.00

Mon/Wed Tues/Thurs

Xtreme Air - Appleton Xtreme Air is a SUPER FUN indoor trampoline park offering over 12,000 sq. ft of trampoline fun in Appleton. Fee includes bus & 1.5 hours of jumping fun.

Concessions/additional activities not included.

June 24 12-4p Cost: $32 Cosmic Bowling & Schuette Park July 8 1-4p Cost: $4 Secret Life of Pets (Movie) TBD

Hours (all locations) July 17 Mon–Thurs 1:00pm–4:00pm Cost: $6 I Can Build a Zoo Ages 11-14

Aug 1–5

1:00 - 3:00pm

Learn the differences in animals and what animals need to survive in the wild and in captivity. Learn about ecosystems and create a zoo of your own! Location: Education Center FEE: $25.00

Special Event Trip Day Generally on Fridays, times may vary

FEE: $18.00 each location

Bay Beach Includes bus and tickets. Parents must pack bag lunch.

July 22 8:30a-4p Cost: $25 Aquatic Center & Mini Golf July 29 12:30-4p Cost: $5

June 11 - August 17 Daily: 12:30pm–6:30pm Weekends: June 4 & 5, Aug 20 & 21, 27 & 28, Sept 3 & 4 (12:30 - 6:30 pm)

Daily Admission Fees: Children (2 and under) Youth (3–17 years) Adults Seniors (55 and over)

Free $3.50 $4.00 $3.50

Mini Golf (18 holes)/Swim Combo Youth (3-17 years) $6.00 Adult $7.00 Season Passes (ONLY purchased at: Recreation & Senior Center) 3330 Custer Street

Single Family (4)

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Amenities: Zero Depth Area Two Waterslides Diving Board Speed Slide Concession Stand Umbrella Shade Area Beach Lounge Chairs Lazy River Sand Play Area Family Changing Rooms Lockers on Deck

$100.00 $195.00 ($10.00 per additional family member)

Reloadable Gift Cards Available. Purchase at the Recreation Division, 3330 Custer Street Special Needs Splash July 16 & Aug 13 10:00am–12:00pm This is a morning set aside for families with special needs members. Come and experience the lazy river, slides and water toys with your family in a much more tranquil setting. No charge for participation. This free event is sponsored by Fricke Printing, City of Manitowoc Firefighters, and Bay Care.

Swim Exercise (held in the Lazy River) June 20 - August 10 Mon & Wed 6:30pm No lazy daisies in the water for this class. This is a fun and healthy way to splash and burn some calories!

Drop in class for $1.00. No swim skill necessary Tot Time www.facebook.com/ July 6 - Aug 10 Mon & Wed 10:00am-12:00pm ManitowocFamilyAquaticCenter This is a special time set aside for tots and their families.

Only the sand play area and zero depth amenities will be open. Regular admission fee apply www.manitowoc.org/aquaticcenter

940 North 18th Street - Adjacent to the Manitowoc Aquatic Center

Spring Hours May 1–June 9 Mon–Fri: 5:00–8:00pm Sat & Sun: 12:30–7:00 pm

Green Fees Daily (18 holes) $5.00 Daily (36 holes) $8.00 Season $200.00

Summer Hours June 10 - Sept 4 Sun - Thurs: 12:30–8:00pm Fri & Sat : 12:30–10:00pm

Golf Tokens 10 20 50 100

$40.00 $75.00 $175.00 $325.00

Family Day (Family of 4) Saturday 4:00pm - 8:00 pm Combo Season Pass $25 Deal (includes 18 holes (Golf & Swim) Single $265.00 golf, 12” pizza & sodas) Additional $2.00 for extra family Family $325.00 members *Summer only

Fall Hours Sept 5 –Sept 30 Mon–Fri: 5:00–8:00pm Sat & Sun: 12:30–7:00pm

Mini Golf (18 holes)/Swim Combo Youth (3-17) $6.00 Adult $7.00

Are you looking for a fun space for a family reunion, company party or special event? Mini Golf Course is the place to be.

Available Rental Times & Fees: $100 / 2hr rental +$3.00 per golfer May & Sept: Weekdays 8-10 am Weekends 8am-Noon or 7pm-10pm $200 / 2 hr rental + $5.00 per golfer June, July & August: Sunday-Thursday 8pm-10 pm Monday - Sunday 8am - Noon If your are interested in closing the facility down to the public for your event, you must provide at least a one month notice and the following rental fees will apply.

FEES: June, July & Aug. $300 / 2 hr rental + $5.00 per golfer.

More information contact the Recreation Office. 686-3060

Golf Leagues ♦ Senior Tour (55yrs & over) Plays on Tues, Sun, or Open ♦ Junior Tour (18yrs - 54yrs) Plays on Mon or Wed or Open ♦ Minor Tour (14yrs - 17yrs) Plays on Fri or Sat ♦ Putt Putt Tour (8yrs - 13yrs) Plays on Mon or Wed or Open *Open - Play Anytime as long as you have round in before Sat close.

Spring League: May 7 - July 2 Summer League: July 3 - Aug 27 Fall League: Sept 4 - Oct. 1 Fees:

$25.00 ($12.50 Fall League)

Mini Golf League Registration Spring League: Mar 1 - Apr 15 League meeting: Apr 18, 6 pm Summer League: May 27 - June 21 League meeting: June 20, 6 pm Fall League: July 25 - Aug 19 League meeting: Aug 22, 6 pm

Buy one Get One ♦ Mothers Day (May 8) ♦ Fathers Day ( June 19) ♦ Grandparents Day (Sept 11)

www.manitowoc.org

Pictures Senior Center Membership is a fun and easy way for members of our community to stay involved and active. The Senior Center offers everything from trips and special events to fine arts and crafts, music and dance, educational opportunities, fitness and health programs.

As a member of the Senior Center, you will enjoy benefits such as: reduced fees for trips, ability to participate in exercise programs, and members only recreation/educational opportunities.

Exercise* (nominal Monthly fee) Advanced Tai Chi……........Mon & Wed at 2:55p Beginners Tai Chi…...........Tue & Thurs at 2:55p EZ Does it Line Dancing…...…...Thurs at 10:00a Jazzercise…………………....…...Tues at 10:50a Line Dance Lessons………..……...Wed at 1:00p Senior Shape Up……....….Tue & Thurs at 8:45a Yoga…………….….......…….Wed & Fri at 9:00a

Education Bible Study………...………….….Thurs at 10:00a Computer Lessons*................Thurs at 1pm & 2p For more information or a facility tour please call Insurance Counseling*……..….....2nd & 4th Tue (920) 686-3060.

Legal Counseling*…….…………1st Fri of month Health Recreation Blood Pressure….……...1st & 3rd Tues at 9:30a Birthday BINGO......................Last Mon at 1:00p Breakfast BINGO……………………..Fri at 9:30a *By Appointment Only BINGO…………….....................….Wed at 1:00p Sunday BINGO…....………......2nd Sun at 1:00p Annual Fee: Monthly Movie …….............….3rd Tues at 1:00p Must be at least 55 years old Mystic Moods Orchestra.......…....Wed at 10:45a $24.00 for city residents Sunday Cards……...............….2nd Sun at 1:00p $30.00 for non residents Wii Bowling…………..........….....Daily 8am to 4p Lifetime Memberships Fee: Crafts Must be at least 55 years old Caring Cards………........................Mon at 9:00a $100.00 city residents Creative Crafts Class……………….Tue at 1:00p $130.00 for non residents Senior Crafts………………………..Tues at 9:00a Pottery Class……………...….Wed & Fri at 1:00p Transportation: Tie Quilters………………….....…....Mon at 9:00a Maritime Metro Monthly Bus Pass: $25.00 Watercolor Painting…………........Thurs at 9:00a Assist to Transport Tickets: $2.00 Weaving……………………....…......Tue at 1:00p Wood Carving…………...............….Tue at 9:30a

The Senior Center has a variety of meeting rooms available for rent. Room capacities range from 25, all the way to 120 people!

Rental fees are $25-$50 per three hours, depending on room.

The facility is handicap accessible. Contact the Manitowoc Senior Center for more information at 686-3060. *Additional attendant fee charged outside of normal hours.

https://www.facebook.com/ ManitowocSeniorCenter

ZOO MOVES Saturdays, June 11-Aug 20, 9-10 am April & May Mon–Sat : 7:00am–5:00pm Sun 1:00pm–5:00 pm Memorial Day–Labor Day 7:00 am–7:00pm Zoo Tours and Education

Get fit at the zoo! Workout in harmony with the great outdoors. Participating in fun, beginner exercise activities led by area fitness instructors. $40 punch card for 10 sessions. or pay $5.00 per class per person. Special prize for the first 50 participants. To register send an email to www.manitowoclpzs@gmail.com

Animals to See

Tours and educational programs available for small and large groups. Programs are held at the zoo or at your site.

Gray Wolf, Asiatic Bear, Canadian Lynx Sandhill Crane, Bison, Cougar, Prairie Dog, Great Horned Owl, Red Tailed Hawk Available educational programs and more……….. include:

Intro to Animals

Education Center

Take a look at different groups of animals & what makes each one special.

Variety of aquariums and reptile exhibits

Dinner Anyone?

Big Red Barn

Learn how animals are Variety of farm animals! equipped to survive day-to-day.

Hide and Seek!

Learn how predators and prey use camouflage to stay alive.

Follow the Leader Hop like a rabbit, walk like a wolf, fly like an eagle. Learn how animals move and the special adaptations that get them from place to place.

Birthday Parties

LOOKING to Volunteer?

Zoo Special Events Moo at the Zoo July 23 Dairy Promotion Month A day of games and fun activities all relating to dairy farming!

Intergenerational Day August 10 9:00am - Noon A fun adventure for the whole family. Come for one hour or stay for all three.

9 am - Meet the animals with an up-close and personal tour of the zoo.

10 am - Education, animals and snack.

11 am - Meet the Big Red Barn animals with games and activities.

Fee: $1.00 per person

Need hours for school or just want to do something great for your community? Here is your chance! If you can rake, pull weeds, and use a shovel, that is all you need. Join us and Halloween Zoo Boo help keep the Zoo a great place October 29 A day of howling to visit! Call 683-4685 for and ghoulish fun and activities available dates and times. for everyone.

The Lincoln Park Zoo will help https://www.facebook.com/ you host your child's next manitowoczoologicalsociety birthday. For a $50.00 fee you will have the use of the Like us on Facebook! Get info on Education Center meeting upcoming events and see great room up to 3 hours, including pictures of Zoo residents! one hour with the Zoo’s Curator of Education.

Please call Vicki at 683-4685 for more information.

www.manitowoc.org/zoo

Watch for more info on the Lights in Lincoln Park Tour

Lights in Lincoln Park Friday Nov. 25-Dec. 26 A dazzling drive-through light display in Lincoln park.

Sponsored by the Lincoln Park Zoological Society with all proceeds benefiting the Lincoln Park Zoo. Every Friday is Santa night for little ones to have their wishes heard!

www.manitowoczoosociety.org

Lincoln Park Zoo Something special will be happening‌...

Tuesdays @10 NO cost, big fun for all ages! Be our guest every Tuesday morning at the zoo.

Experience hands-on learning adventures, and get acquainted with a myriad of creatures.

June 14 - Calling all animals: Find out how animals communicate.

June 21, 28 - TBA July 5 - TBA July 19 - Animal Defenses July 26 - Animal Offenses August 2 - TBA Aug 9 - Farmer in the Zoo Weed & Feed May 14 - 9am -1 pm Lets take care of our zoo together!

Join the host students from McKinley Academy to card for the spring cleanup and we’ll feed you lunch! $5.00 donation per person or $10 per family requested donation. Sign up by email: manitowoclpzs@gmail.com ZOO MOVES Get fit at the zoo!

Workout in harmony with the great outdoors by participating in fun, beginner exercise activities led by area fitness instructors. Punch cards are available for $40 for 10 sessions or pay $5.00 per class per person. Special prize for the first 50 participants. To register, send an email to manitowoclpzs@gmail.com Dates: Saturdays - June 11 - Aug 20, 9-10am

Silver Creek & Indian Creek Disc Golf Courses The City of Manitowoc has two full-size disc golf courses. One of the top-rated courses in Wisconsin is located at Silver Creek Park, 3001 S. 10th Street, with 27 challenging holes and is the site of the annual Silver Cup Tournament. The course has multiple concrete tee areas at each hole to accommodate all skill levels. The signature “Lighthouse Hole #22” features a basket surrounded by Lake Michigan on three sides and set atop a six-foot lighthouse. Nine additional holes are scheduled to be added in 2016! A donation tube is located near the course for those wishing to contribute to improvements for the course.

Abutting the Little Manitowoc River, the course located at Indian Creek Park, 701 Albert Drive, has new concrete tee areas to complete the 18 hole course which uses the terrain and trees on several holes to challenge players. Maps of both courses can be found online at www.manitowoc.org.

Henry Schuette Park Kayak Launch With assistance from the Friends of the Manitowoc River Watershed, funding was obtained from the WI DNR to install an ADA accessible canoe and kayak launch at lower Henry Schuette Park to access the Manitowoc River. The launch was installed in 2015.

South 14th Street Community Garden In April of 2015, under direction of Grow It Forward, Inc., a community garden was constructed on just under two acres of a South 14th Street parkland. The organic garden is open to the public and features raised beds for rent, a youth garden, an onsite little library, as well as benches and picnic tables. For more information, see the Grow It Forward website at www.grow-it-forward.org.

Camp Vits Mountain Bike Trail The City’s first public mountain bike trail is located at Camp Vits, 97 S Parkview Rd. The trail consists of a two mile beginner loop with three advanced sections branching off the beginner loop.

Parking is not available at Camp Vits or on town roads. Visitors may park on Custer Street or any other street that allows parking.

At the trailhead located on Parkview Road, you will find an information kiosk and a bike repair station. The map of the trail, along with park rules, can be found on www.manitowoc.org.

Looking for a location to host your next gathering?

Check out our website to view facility fliers and to make your reservation online!

Lincoln Park Cabin 1

Lincoln Park Fieldhouse

Dewey St. Concession Stand

Red Arrow Open Air Shelter

Lincoln Park Cabin 2

Silver Creek Fieldhouse

Lincoln Park Concession Stand

Manitowoc Harbor Open Air Shelter

RESERVATION INFORMATION: Book online www.manitowoc.org or call (920) 686-3580.

Reservations are taken online, over the phone with a credit card, or in person up to one year in advance. Rental fees and deposits are due at the time of reservation. Additional fees apply for nonresident and weekend rentals. Cabins and fieldhouses are heated in winter.

Adoptable Areas Program The Adoptable Areas Program was created to give citizens an opportunity to volunteer in the City’s parks and other designated green spaces. It creates a powerful partnership between the citizens of Manitowoc and the Parks Division. Individuals or groups are encouraged to adopt an area for a period of one year and are expected to complete a minimum of two cleanups and to do monthly walkthroughs. One time volunteer projects are also available. More information can be found online at www.manitowoc.org or by calling (920) 686-3580.

Manitou Park

Memorials for Living A donation to the Park System is an investment in quality of life. Give the items below as gifts for any occasion, such as an anniversary, retirement, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Earth Day, or memorial gift: • Fence pickets at the Henry Schuette Community Built Playground • Trees - various species available with an engraved brick • Benches Call (920) 686-3580 for more information or visit www.manitowoc.org.

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Camp Vits Henry Schuette Park Indian Creek Park Lincoln Park & Conservancy Silver Creek Park Citizen Park Dewey Street Park Municipal Athletic Field Red Arrow Park & Conservancy Emma Radandt Park Fleetwood Park Halvorsen Park Lakeview Park Lincolnshire Park Rheaume Park Riverview Park Washington Park Westfield Park Silveridge Park Pulaski Park Riverview Drive Park Union Park Burger Boat Company Park Manitowoc Shipbuilders Co. Park Mariners Landing West Dale Street Park South 14th Street Parkland Calumet Avenue Wayside Park Little Manitowoc River Walkway Manitou Park and Conservancy Manitowoc River Walkway Manitowoc Senior Center Manitowoc Small Boat Harbor Memorial Drive Wayside Park North Lakefront River Heights Drive South Lakefront South Lakefront Wayside

LIST OF EXISTING PARKS

Walking/Hiking Trail

Tennis Court

ADA

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Henry Schuette

ADA

Indian Creek

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Lakeview

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Lincoln

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Lincolnshire

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Little Manitowoc River Walkway

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Manitou

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ADA

Manitowoc Small Boat Harbor

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Mariners Landing

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Mariners Trail

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Pulaski Red Arrow

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Rheaume

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River Heights

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Riverview Drive

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Shipbuilders

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Riverview

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Silver Creek

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Union Washington Westfield

Pool/Beach

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Fleetwood

Municipal Field

Soccer Field

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Emma Radandt

Halverson

Skateboard Complex

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Dale Street Dewey Street

Rental Facility

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Public Restrooms

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Playground

Citizen

Outdoor Stage

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Mountain Bike Trail

Camp Vits

Mini Golf

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Grills Available

Fishing

Dog Exercising ***

Disc Golf

Canoe/Kayak Launch

Boat Launch

Basketball Hoop

Ball Diamond

Burger Boat

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***Dogs allowed in designated areas only & must be leashed unless signs indicate it is a dog run area.

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Washington Park Summer Concert Schedule Concerts will be held at 6:30 - 8:00 pm unless indicated Date

Band

Music

June 14

Give Up the Ghost

Acoustic Trio

June 21

Mike Retzinger

Acoustic

June 28

Blind Ambition

Rock Blues

June 29

Two Souls

Rock

July 5

The Hits

Variety

July 6

Howard and the Blue Gills

Blues

July 12

Johnny Len

Variety

July 13

Melody Makers

Czech Polkas & Waltzs

July 19

Becky Markvart

Acoustics

July 26

Mystic Moods

40’s,50’s, Waltz, Polka

Aug 2

Dave Steffen Band

Blue Rock

Aug 9

Mike Retzinger

Acoustics

Aug 10

Deuces Wild

R & B 60’s , 70’s

Aug 16

Abraxas

Santana Tribute

Aug 23

Conscious Pilot

Classic Rock

June 9

Strike Up the Band

June 11

Garden Fair

June 16

Be Our Guest

June 17 & 18

Metro Jam

July 4

4th on the Shore at Best Western (4:30-6p)

Aug 13

Kiwanis Car Show

September 10

Lobsterfest

July 15

Disney & Kids

July 28

Two Rivers Municipal Band

Aug 11

Cruiser Night

Aug 18

Season Highlights

7:00p Start (Unless noted otherwise) Rain location for Marine Band concerts: Manitowoc Sr. Center

* Other events may be added

For all Recreation Department Programs

Mail to Manitowoc Recreation Department 3330 Custer Street Manitowoc, WI 54220 Or Rahr-West Art Museum 610 N 8th Street Manitowoc WI 54220

Registration may be done by phone with a debit or a credit card. You will be asked basic family information. PLEASE have registration information ready when you call.

Recreation & Sr. Center - 686-3060 Rahr-West Art Museum - 686-3090 Recreation & Senior Center 3330 Custer Street Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Or Rahr-West Art Museum 610 N 8th Street Tuesday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm

SNOOZE……. YOU LOSE NOTHING CANCELS A GOOD CLASS QUICKER THAN EVERYONE WAITING UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO REGISTER. IF THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH REGISTRATIONS BY A CERTAIN DATE, THE CLASS MAY BE CANCELLED. COMING IN ON THE DAY THE CLASS BEGINS WON’T RESURRECT IT , SO PLEASE REGISTER EARLY !!!

Register for programs online. It is quick and easy. Just follow the steps below to register in no me!

1. Go to www.manitowoc.org/parkandrec 2. Go to the “Online Registra on” tab on the le$.

3. Go to the “Create an Account” tab and sign in or create an account.

4. Search for a class 5. Choose the client (family member) you would like to register.

10. Con nue thru screens to finalize your registra on. Print confirma on informa on for your records.

Important Note: You must complete the en re transac on to be registered, even for free programs!

If you have any ques ons about the program, please contact the agency that is running the program.

ONLY Recrea on programs will be available for online registra on.

Please call us with any ques ons.

Recrea on Department & Sr. Center 686-3060

Parks have true economic benefits. Parks and Recreation areas are economic engines that improve the quality of life and make communities livable an desirable for businesses and homeowners.