Owatonna Parks & Recreation Winter 2014 by Kate Noet

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OWATONNA PARKS AND RECREATION 2014-15 WINTER BROCHURE 540 West Hills Circle, Owatonna, MN 55060 Ofﬁce Phone: 507-444-4321 Website: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation Ofﬁce Hours Monday – Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm James “Corky” Ebeling Director of Parks, Recreation & Government Buildings 507-774-7361 Corky.Ebeling@ci.owatonna.mn.us.

Rick Smith Park Director 507-774-7134 Rick.Smith@ci.owatonna.mn.us Nikki Callahan Administrative Assistant 507-774-7366 Nikki.Callahan@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Tim Truelson Assistant Recreation Director, Programs 507-774-7362 Tim.Truelson@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Mary Jo Knudson Administrative Assistant/Recreation 507-774-7364 MaryJo.Knudson@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Eric Anderson Assistant Recreation Director, Facilities 507-774-7102 Eric.Anderson@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Courtney Rosenau Ofﬁce Assistant 507-774-7367 Courtney.Rosenau@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Wendy Reller Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator 507-774-7360 Wendy.Reller@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Jessica Abrahams Ofﬁce Assistant 507-774-7365 Jessica.Abrahams@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Sara Shea Brooktree Clubhouse Manager 507-774-2467 Sara.Shea@ci.owatonna.mn.us Brad Dushaw Recreation Supervisor 507-774-7110 Bradley.Dushaw@ci.owatonna.mn.us

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Parks and Recreation Contact Information: Office & Information Line - 507-444-4321 Fax - 507-444-4299 Facebook - Owatonna Parks and Recreation Email Address - parkrec@ci.owatonna.mn.us River Springs Water Park - 507-774-7370 Tennis & Fitness Center - 507-444-4290 SeniorPlace - 507-444-4280 Brooktree Clubhouse - 507-444-2467 Park Maintenance - 507-774-7086

Welcome to another season of Parks & Recreation! It’s hard to even begin thinking about winter, when Minnesota is now having the best weather of the year. I love fall! Right now Owatonna truly exemplifies the tagline ~ “The City of Friendliness and Beautiful Parks”…these near-perfect temperatures get neighbors and community members outside to exercise, play and interact with each other. And have you seen our parks lately? The crew has put in a lot of work to recover from our unstable summer of wet, then dry, then wet…and have them in beautiful shape. And in the next few weeks, the fall colors will be in full swing. I certainly hope you have a chance to get out and enjoy the crisp breeze and beautiful scenery! Talking about scenery…I’ll take this as the perfect time to remind you that you have until Friday, October 31st to enter the Owatonna Photo Contest. There are three different categories and a people’s choice winner. Whether you enjoy snapping away at historic sites, landmarks, or wildlife, beautiful scenery and people enjoying the parks; there are plenty of opportunities around town! Get those kids out there with a camera too…there’s a special category for 17 and under. This brochure has us looking ahead to some very popular returning programs, some “new & improved” programs and MANY new programs. Be sure to take a look at SeniorPlace programming. They are finding some amazing ways to have intergenerational programs…we hope you give them a try! We’re also looking ahead to some great new events for the whole family! A couple big ones are the Trick or Treat Trail on October 25, Darn Near Full Moon Festival on January 4th and the Boot Hockey tournament on February 7th. Our staff is working hard to come up with new, exciting, family friendly activities! If you have any suggestions, please feel free to let us know. In the same way we look ahead to offer our programs, we find this as a time to look back at our past year and take inventory of what we did well and things we can change. Status quo is not what you should expect from our department, so along with staff members and the Park Board, we are looking at changes for 2015! We tried a few new things last year and have learned a few things! Munchkin Market, where youth are able to have their own garage sale table, was a HUGE success! We had 40 kids participate, many people buying, and lots of entertainment. Bark & Rec was another new adventure, and we had more than 500 people and pooches visit vendors. We already have disc dogs lined up for this year’s event! Munchkin Market and Bark & Rec are combining forces this year, and both will be held on April 25th.

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Boat & Water Safety was another success, with youth and adults learning what they can do in water emergencies, and youth working toward their certiﬁcates to operate boats and jet skis. This year was also our ﬁrst year to have four brochures. We did this so that you can have more timely and accurate information. We realize and understand that this was quite a change from the past and we will be tweaking this process in 2015 so that our deadlines and seasons match a little better. Thank you for bearing with us through this, and please feel free to offer suggestions. On the facility side, three HUGE successes were (don’t even ask me to put them in order, they’re all great!):

The Patio at Brooktree – what an amazing place to hang out with friends, golfer or not! You can’t beat great food and great conversation! The Clubhouse Playground at Manthey Park – we’re excited to have the ﬁrst one of these playgrounds in the entire state! With equipment appropriate for ages 2 and up, it’s a great place to take the kids.

The Dog Park at Lake Chase – we were so happy to ﬁnd a way to repurpose fencing and other items that we had, to make this a reality! It had been in the plan for many years, but always seemed to be cut from the budget. I just wish we had a visitor count of how many pups explore the park each day…I’m sure it would be out of this world! We hope that you are enjoying the ease of using our registration program, MaxSolutions! We’ve just completed our ﬁrst full year with the program and have had a huge increase in the amount of people registering on-line now that there is no additional fee. Max has allowed us to keep in touch better with our customers through e-mails we can focus to customers with certain interests of past program participants. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out and like our Facebook pages: Owatonna Parks & Recreation, Owatonna SeniorPlace, Brooktree Golf Course, River Springs Water Park, and our latest page, Owatonna Dog Park (be sure to click on the one with the Park & Rec logo). And, for all of our up to date information, add our website to your favorites! Enjoy this Fall in your parks and get ready for the many winter activities! Corky

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Recreation Office. Participants must pay 40% of program fees, any late fees, and must show verification of one of the qualifications.

Qualifications for Scholarship * Current recipients of Free or Reduced Lunch Program • On-Line (begins at 12:01 a.m.) * Current recipients of SSI (Supplemental Security Income) or Social www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation/online-registration Security Benefits • Walk-In Registration (begins at 7:00 a.m.): Park & Recreation - * Current recipients of Medical Assistance Program * Other circumstances (will need to explain) 540 West Hills Circle

Ways to Register:

Registration deadline is October 10 for Basketball Save $10.00 on each program by registering before the deadline.

Special Events o o o o

Trick or Treat Trail Photo Contest Darn Near Full Moon Festival Boot Hockey Tournament

Winter Programs o o o o o

Swimming Lessons Tikes, Squirt and Youth Basketball Therapeutic Rec Leisure Swim Learn to Skate Hockey Adult Recreation

Partner Programs/Associations o Figure Skating o Cub Scouts

Programs coming in the Spring Brochure (released February 2015) o o o o o o o o

Youth Soccer Swim Lessons Bark & Rec Munchkin Market Boat & Water Safety Little League baseball (current grades 2-5) Fastpitch Softball Association Baseball and Fastpitch Programs

Youth Scholarship Fund This fund helps support programs for all youth in Steele County and Adult Therapeutic Recreation Programs. Forms are available at the Park and

Uniforms for youth activities Participants may keep T-shirts donated by business sponsors for youth baseball & softball, volleyball, squirt and youth basketball. All other uniforms and equipment must be returned to coaches at the end of the season.

Refund/Cancellation Policy The entire policy can be found on the Parks and Recreation website. • A request for a refund is accepted when submitted prior to the start of the activity. A $10 cancellation fee will be assessed, remainder of the fee is refunded. • If a class or activity was cancelled by Park & Recreation, fee is refunded on a pro-rated basis (except Brooktree). • Annual memberships – if requested within 90 days of the start in case of illness, death, injury or relocation from Owatonna, 50% of the purchase price is refundable. • Seasonal memberships (golf), no refund after July 1st.

Waiver of Liability to the City of Owatonna Program participants, by registering for an activity, agrees the City of Owatonna will not be liable for any claim, demand, injury, damage, action or course for action while participating in a recreation program. Participation in recreation programs are voluntary in nature and activities that are offered are choices of the individual.

Directory Data The directory data may be released by Parks and Recreation includes, but is not limited to, name, participation in activities, awards received and images including candid photos and videos of participants in class, activities or sport settings. You may decline authorization by contacting the Parks & Recreation Office.

Youth with Disabilities Youth with disabilities or health concerns are encouraged to participate in any youth program. Adaptive equipment, program modifications and other accommodations to assist the child will allow them to participate with equal advantage. Coaches and staff receive pertinent information regarding the child’s needs prior to their first meeting.

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Special Events Trick or Treat Trail Start out at Morehouse Chalet, where there will be activities and snacks, and venture the family-friendly spooky trail towards Lake Kohlmier. Along the trail visit local businesses for trick or treating, crafts, face painting, a photo shoot and other fun activities! This family event is FREE and all ages are welcome! Date: Saturday, October 25 Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Darn Near Full Moon Festival

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1st Annual Owatonna Boot Hockey Tournament

Owatonna Parks and Recreation is organizing the 1st Annual Youth & Adult Boot Hockey Tournament on Saturday, February 7. The tournament will be held at the Morehouse Park Outdoor Rinks. Both youth and adult tournaments will be double elimination 5 vs 5 tournaments. The two divisions are: 15 & Under (Youth Bracket) and 16 & Over (Adult Bracket). Teams are eligible to have up to 6 players per team and all games will be 30 minutes long. Door prizes will be given to the 1st-3rd place youth teams and cash prizes will be given to the 1st-3rd place adult teams. Register at Owatonna Parks and Recreation. Participants can download the registration and roster form from our website, rosters are due by the registration deadline. Tell your friends and register before it’s too late! Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 28. Tournament Entry Fee: FREE for Youth Teams $50 per team for Adult Teams

We’re still working on details, but mark your calendars for Sunday, January 4, 2015! We will have a bonﬁre with hotdog roasting at 5:30 PM. After you ﬁll your belly you can run, walk, hop, skip, jump, ski or snow shoe down the trail and enjoy a story along the way. We will have several posts along the trail with pages from a children’s book attached. You’ll have to walk the whole trail to read to the end of the story. After you complete the trail walk, meet back at the chalet for a short winter movie. Another FREE family event!

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1st Annual Owatonna Photo Contest You still have until October 31st to submit your photos! Take your best shot in the 1st annual photo contest sponsored by Owatonna Parks & Recreation and Owatonna Tourism. Contest Categories: Beauty in the Parks — Capture the everyday beauty and activities of the Owatonna Parks and Trails, including wildlife, breathtaking views and people enjoying the parks. Highlights of Owatonna—Photograph an historic Owatonna site, attraction or landmark. Photos by Youth—Age 17 and younger can submit their favorite Owatonna photo. How to Enter: Email your photo to: Jessica.Abrahams@ci.owatonna.mn.us All entries must include: Photographer’s name and phone number, which category they are entering and the name of location where the photo was taken. Judging: Four winning photos will be chosen: one in each category and a people’s choice winner. The Beauty in the Parks winner is chosen by the Owatonna Park Board, the Highlights of Owatonna winner is chosen by

the Owatonna Tourism Committee, the Youth winner is chosen by fans of the Owatonna Parks & Recreation and Visit Owatonna Facebook pages by liking the photo and the people’s choice winner (from any category) is also chosen by fans of the Owatonna Parks & Recreation and the Visit Owatonna Facebook pages by liking the photo. Awards: Beauty in the Parks, Highlights of Owatonna and People’s Choice winners each receive: $25 Parks & Recreation gift certificate, $50 gift card to 43rd Street Pub & Grill, 6 Rad Zoo passes Youth Winner: $25 Parks & Recreation gift certificate, 6 Rad Zoo passes, 6 Serengeti Water Park passes Terms and Conditions: Submitted photos may be used to at the discretion of Owatonna Parks & Recreation and the Owatonna Chamber of Commerce, including and not limited to websites, social media, print and online publications, marketing, media requests, public displays, etc. There is no compensation given (aside from awards). Submitters of any winning photo give Owatonna Parks & Recreation and the Owatonna Chamber of Commerce consent to use their name in any announcement or promotion of the contest and its winners.

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Volunteer Coaches Needed The Parks and Recreation Department uses volunteer coaches for many youth programs. Volunteer coaches play an important role in the youth sports experience. Volunteers are trained in our philosophy of youth sports, ﬁrst aid, concussions and how to teach skills for their sport. All volunteers must complete a background check each year. Coaches meeting for 3rd-6th grade basketball will be October 28.

Basketball Kindergarten Basketball - Tikes This non-competitive program focuses on developing social skills, sportsmanship, teamwork and motor skills in a safe environment. T-shirt included with fee. Cost: $35; late registration fee $45 (after October 10) Location: Willow Creek Program Dates: Dec 6, 13, Jan 17, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Times: Varies Days: Saturdays st

1 & 2 Grade Basketball - Squirts

This program focuses on developing basketball skills as well as sportsmanship and teamwork. T-shirt included with fee. Cost: $35; late registration fee $45 (after October 10) Location: Willow Creek Program dates: Dec 6, 13, Jan 17, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Times: Varies Days: Saturdays rd

3 – 6 Grade Basketball

Separate boys and girls leagues will be formed. Scrimmages and games will emphasize learning and skill development. T-shirt included with the fee. Cost: $42; late registration fee $52 (after October 10) Location: Practices – elementary schools; Games – Jr. High Program dates: First practice and meeting –November 6 from 6:30-7:30 pm Girls: OHS Boys: OJHS

Times: Varies Days: Practices – vary; Games – Saturdays at OJHS

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Learn to Skate Hockey

Join us for a fun-ﬁlled winter while learning to skate and developing hockey skating skills. The Learn to Skate Level One-Earn Your Stick take to the ice in 45-minute sessions. Skaters work on their skill progression at their own speed with many volunteers on the ice to help them along. Once a skater passes Level One testing, they progress through levels two - four, before becoming active in Owatonna Youth Hockey Association traveling hockey. A helmet is required for everyone on the ice. An entire bag of protective equipment is available for rent from the Owatonna Youth Hockey Association rental program for $50 per year. Skates can be leased at Straight River Sports for the season. Program supervisor: Deb Mandt debmandt@charter.net. Session 1: October 25 thru December 30; Registrations currently be taken. Session 2: January thru early March; Watch our website for registration in December. Cost: $75 Level 1-2, $100 Level 3-4 Location: Four Season’s Centre Program dates and times: www.owatonnahockey.com

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ADULT RECREATION

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

December: 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 3:45-4:30pm

Dodgeball Teams of 6-10 players play two matches each night. A match is 7 games. Teams may be co-ed, and players must be 16 at the start of the program. Six players compete on a side; others are available as substitutes. All rosters and fees are due at registration. During the regular season, rules are enforced by the honor system, players are expected to rule whether a hit was legal or if they were eliminated. Playoffs will follow the regular season. Tax is included in cost. Deadline: December 1 Team Fee: $55 Player Fee: $11 Dates: January thru mid-March Times: Varies Location: Willow Creek gym

Pilates Pilates is a proven gentle total body workout which strengthens deep back muscles, abdominals, upper and lower body as well as improving flexibility. This is a very beginner class. Exercises are balanced with stretches throughout. Class will leave you refreshed and relaxed. Clean mats will be provided for use or bring your own. Instructor: Susan Bernhart. Cost: $2 per session Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 9:30-10:30 am

Yoga

Yoga is a series of postures and stretches in combination with breathing to develop flexibility and relaxation. Proper alignment of the body will bring balance, strength, and calmness to the participant. 1st Annual Owatonna Boot Hockey Tournament Cost: - 12 Class Punch card: $60.00 members/$72 non-members Owatonna Parks and Recreation will be organizing the 1st Annual Youth & - 6 Class Punch card: $33 members/$39 non-members Adult Boot Hockey Tournament on Saturday, February 7. The tournament - Individual classes: $6 members/$7 non-members will be held at the Morehouse Park Outdoor Rinks. Both the youth and Dates: Session I - October 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, Nov. 4, 6, 11, 13, adult tournaments will be double elimination 5 vs 5 tournaments. The two 18, 20 tournament brackets will be; 15 & Under (Youth Bracket) and 16 & Over Session II - November 25, December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 30 (Adult Bracket). Teams are eligible to have up to 6 players per team and Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays all games will be 30 minutes long. Door prizes will be given to the 1stTime: 10:45-11:30am 3rd place youth teams and cash prizes will be given to the 1st-3rd place adult teams. You can register through the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Dance Lessons Department. Participants can download the registration and roster form Basic Step Dance Lessons taught by Linda Gallea and Harold Olesen. from our website, you must provide a roster form at registration. Grab Harold is from Humboldt, IA and been teaching lessons for 10 years. your friends and join before it is too late! Linda is from Medford, MN and has partnered with Harold for 5 years. Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 28. Both love to dance and fun doing it! Tournament Entry Fee: FREE for Youth Teams Couple or Parent & Child Dance lessons (will try to match partners if you $50 per team for Adult Teams do not have one)

Tai Chi Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art and form of stylized, meditative exercise, characterized by methodically slow circular and stretching movements and positions of bodily balance. Cost: $1 per class Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 9:30am

Zumba® Gold Designed for the active, older adult, the true beginner, or people who are not used to exercising or may be limited physically. Instructor: Char Roetman. Cost: $4.50 SP Members, $5.50 non-members Dates: September 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20

6 weeks, Sunday afternoons 2:00 to 4:00 pm October 19th through November 23 at the Owatonna Senior Place. This program is open to anyone from school age kids to older adults. Please contact Owatonna

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Parks and Rec or Owatonna SeniorPlace to get registered for this low cost program. Cost: (Full 6 Weeks) $10 SP Members or $15 Non-Members Dates: October 19: Two Step October 26: Triple Step November 2: Waltz & Swing November 9: Cha Cha November 16: Grapevine November 23: Review

Healthy Cooking Educational Classes We will be offering a series of healthy cooking class at the Owatonna SeniorPlace. Classes will be starting in October and run through January. The classes will be instructed by Louanne Kaupa, registered dietician and owner of Eat Well Nutrition Therapy. Each class will revolve around seasonal produce or the specific holiday seasons. This is a great opportunity to explore new ideas in the kitchen, learn about disease prevention, and how to use fresh produce while cooking. These classes welcome adults and school age children accompanied by adults. Class Dates/Times: Monday nights from 5:30-6:30pm October 13 Farmers Market Produce October 27 Farmers Market Produce November 10 Holiday Recipe Modification December 8 Holiday Recipe Modification January TBD (customary foods or participant request) January TBD (customary foods or participant request) Cost: $10 per class/per person or $50 for all six classes/per person

Group swim Lessons – Registration Begins December 2nd Cost: $39 for group lessons tuesday Night Classes: Meets January 13- March 17 (no class Feb. 3) Junior High Pool Level 3 6:30-7:20pm Level 3 7:25-8:15pm Level 4 6:30-7:20pm Level 4 7:25-8:15pm Level 5 6:30-7:20pm Level 6 7:25-8:15pm

thursday Night Classes: Meets January 8– March 5 West Hills Pool Level 1 5:00-5:30pm Pre-School 5:35-6:05pm Parent & Child 6:05-6:35pm Level 1 6:40-7:10pm Level 2 7:15-8:05pm

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Saturday Morning Classes: Meets January 10– March 7 West Hills Pool Parent & Child 9:00-9:30am Pre-School 9:30-10:00am Level 1 10:00-10:30am Level 2 10:35-11:25am Level 1 11:30am-12:00pm Level 2 12:05-12:55pm

Private Swim Lessons – Registration Begins December 2nd Cost: $100 for one student, $150 for two students (same family, scholarships not available) Location: West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center Pool Private swim lessons with a certified Water Safety Instructor. Each class meets five times for 30 minutes each. If there are two students in a class, the students must be within one level of each other. You may not sign up for two classes for the same person until a week after registration opens. Session 1 Mondays 6:00pm Mondays 6:30pm Fridays 4:00pm Fridays 4:30pm Fridays 5:00pm Sundays 4:00pm Sundays 4:30pm Sundays 5:00pm

Session 2 Mondays 6:00pm Mondays 6:30pm Fridays 4:00pm Fridays 4:30pm Fridays 5:00pm Sundays 4:00pm Sundays 4:30pm Sundays 5:00pm

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February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23 February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23 February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22

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Lifeguard Training: Watch for future announcements and check our website for upcoming Winter classes Fee: $175 Pre-Test: TBD Class meeting times: TBD Water Safety Instructor Training: Watch for future announcements and check our website for upcoming Winter classes Fee $225 Class meeting times: TBD

Brooktree Golf Course Phone: 507-444-2467 One of the finest municipal golf courses in Southern Minnesota, Brooktree is a regulation 18-hole, par 71 covering 6400 yards. The course is open from March-November weather permitting. All age restrictions are as of March 15, 2014. Green Fees 9 Holes: $16 – Monday through Thursday $20 – Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays 18 Holes: $26 – Monday through Thursday $31 – Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays Specials Seniors – Monday-Thursday - 9 Holes with cart $20 or 18 holes with cart $30 Military–must present active Military ID – 9 holes with cart $20 or 18 holes with cart $30

Power Carts – (tax included in prices) $9 for 9 holes, per person, per round Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor Classes: $14 for 18 holes, per person, per round (Registration for Lifeguard and WSI classes available now.) $60 – 10 Passes for 9 holes, per person Pre-requisites: $100 – 10 passes for 18 holes, per person • Swim 300 yards continuously performing 100 yards front crawl, 100 yards breaststroke, 100 yards either front crawl or breaststroke. $110 – 20 Passes for 9 holes, per person $140 – 20 passes for 18 holes, per person • Swim 20 yards, pick up 10 pound brick from 10 feet of water and return it back 20 yards using only a kick, holding the brick with 2 Course Rules hands on the chest. 1. All patrons must check in at the clubhouse and be issued a receipt. • Lifeguard Training, must be 15 years of age, WSI must be 16 at Failure to have a current receipt is subject to arrest for illegal trespass. time class begins. 2. Children under ten years of age are not permitted on the golf course, • You must attend all classes to pass—no makeup dates will be unless they have completed required safety and etiquette training. scheduled. 3. Proper attire must be worn at all times. Shirts and proper footwear are • No refund will be issued if you do not pass.

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required. Metal spikes are prohibited. 4. Each golfer must have their own set of clubs and golf bag. 5. Cart drivers must observe the 90◦ rule and keep carts 30 feet from greens and tees. Only two riders per cart. 6. Practice good golf etiquette. Replace and step down divots, repair ball marks on greens, and rake sand traps after use. 7. Ready Golf is encouraged. Slow play will not be tolerated. Allow faster groups to play through. Our goal is a 4½ hour round. 8. Golf ball hunting is prohibited. 9. Private coolers are strictly prohibited. All beverages must be purchased from Brooktree.

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Owatonna Parks & Trails City Parks Brown, Buecksler, Cashman, Central, Crocus, Dartts, Falkland Meadows, Fremont, Gainey, Hammann, Hazel, Jaycee, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway, Kriesel’s Woods Park, Lake Chase, Manthey, Maple Creek Greenbelt, Mineral Springs, Morehouse, North Bluff Park, Leo Rudolph Nature Reserve, River Springs Water Park, Sommer’s Park, West Hills, Willow, and Steele Country Fairgrounds Park. Hours: 6:00am until 11:00pm

Clubhouse Grill at Brooktree Open to all golfers and the public. The grill is open 7am-9pm during league There’s still time to try out the new Manthey Clubhouse Playground! play, with reduced hours during non-league nights. Our menu includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers and snacks including the almost famous Brooktree Burger. We offer dine-in and take-out orders cooked fresh just the way you want it. Stop in and relax with a cold beverage and a juicy burger in our sunny dining area. Clubhouse Patio at Brooktree is now open!

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Owatonna Cheer! Winter Session

Visit your Library Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 pm (October through April) Online at www.owatonna.info

Jan 24, 2015 - Mar 21, 2015 Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 AM • Cost $70 At Owatonna Cheer!, Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of cheerleading to provide a solid foundation to build on. Kids will learn cheers, dances and jumps while focusing on technique. New material taught at each session. Classes meet at Dynamic Fitness, 606 Hoffman Dr., Owatonna

To register, contact Stephanie Hanson 507.444.0455 or email: owatonnacheer@gmail.com

Owatonna Public Library 105 N Elm Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060 507-444-2460 Voice

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Hard Surface Trails Buxton Trail, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway Trail, Cashman Crossing, and the Muckle Trail. Maps are available at the Parks & Recreation office. Crushed Rock Trail: North Straight River Trail Hours: Open 24 hours Trail Rules: The trail system has been created to provide a variety of recreational uses and opportunities for residents and visitors. To ensure the trail system is a safe and fun place for all users, please follow the rules of the road. • Stay as near to the right side of the trail as you can while still traveling safely. • Travel in a consistent and predictable manner. • Cyclists and in-line skaters should pass on the left when going by others moving in the same direction. Look ahead and back to be sure the lane is clear before pulling out to pass, then give a warning signal by voice, bell, or horn before passing. • Yield when entering or crossing trails and roadways. • When traveling in a group, use only half the trail, so as not to block the flow of traffic. • Pets must be on a leash. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pets. Dispensers with “pooper-scoopers” are available on each trail.

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Cross Country Ski Trails The Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department maintains and grooms cross country ski trails in the following areas from mid-December to midFebruary (depending on weather and snow conditions):

Trails are recreational. Cyclists and in-line skaters may not race or use Kaplan’s Woods Parkway – from Morehouse Park through Kaplan’s excessive speed. Please report any misuse, vandalism, or maintenance Woods and into the County Club Golf Course (in excess of 8 miles) problem to 507-444-4321 or 507-444-3800. Brooktree Golf Course (2 miles)

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Trick or Treat Trail Start out at Morehouse Chalet, where there will be activities and snacks, and venture the family-friendly spooky trail towards Lake Kohlmier. Along the trail visit local businesses for trick or treating, crafts, face painting, a photo shoot and other fun activities! This family event is FREE and all ages are welcome! Date: Saturday, October 25 Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Darn Near Full Moon Festival

1st Annual Owatonna Boot Hockey Tournament

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Owatonna Parks and Recreation is planning the 1st Annual Youth & Adult Boot Hockey Tournament on Saturday, February 7. The tournament will be held at the Morehouse Park Outdoor Rinks. Both the youth and adult tournaments will be double elimination 5 vs 5 tournaments. Two divisions: 15 & Under (Youth Bracket) and 16 & Over (Adult Bracket). Teams are eligible to have up to 6 players per team and all games will be 30 minutes long. Door prizes will be given to the 1st-3rd place youth teams and cash prizes will be given to the 1st-3rd place adult teams. Register at Owatonna Parks and Recreation. Participants can download the registration and roster form from our website, you must provide a roster by the registration deadline. Tell your friends and sign-up before it’s too late! Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 28.

We’re still working on details, but mark your calendars for Sunday, January 4, 2015! We will have a bonfire with hotdog roasting at 5:30 PM. Tournament Entry Fee: After you fill your belly you can run, walk, hop, skip, jump, ski or snow FREE for Youth Teams shoe down the trail and enjoy a story along the way. We will have several $50 per team for Adult Teams posts along the trail with pages from a children’s book attached. You’ll have to walk the whole trail to read to the end of the story. After you complete the trail walk, meet back at the chalet for a short winter movie. Another FREE family event!

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What else is coming in 2015? Here’s a sneak peek…

Spring Brochure released in February Boat & Water Safety – March Munchkin Market – April 25th Bark & Rec – April 25th

Movie in the Park Series June ~ July ~ August

Owatonna’s Weekend Out – July

Thank you 2014 Sponsors & Partners! 1st United Bank A Family First Insurance Alexander Lumber American Legion Post #77 Anytime Fitness Blast Softserve BOSCH Budget Host Inn Carrie’s Cleaning Service Car-Roll.com Cartime of Owatonna Cole’s Electric Corbin Law Oﬃce Connie Knutson - ERA Culligan Daikin Applied Berkshire Hathaway Advantage Real Estate - Darcy Ihrke Dean’s Towing Domino’s Pizza Erickson Piano Service Express Employment Professionals Federated Insurance Fernbook Family Center Godfather’s Pizza

Gopher Sport Hedstrom Insurance Huskies Bullpen Club Hy-Vee Johnson Barber Shop Kent’s Cleaning Kernel Restaurant King Orthodontics Kirchner Siding and Window Inc. Kona Ice. Let’s Ride Boots & Apparel Main Street Dental Clinics Manke’s Outdoor Equipment & Appliances Mike’s Flooring LLC MN DNR Modern Metal Products Moh’s Construction Mortgage oﬃce of Brenda Bednar Oak View Nursery Owatonna Elks Owatonna Golden Kiwanis Owatonna People’s Press Owatonna Physical Therapy

Owatonna Sons of Norway Ozzie’s Cotton Candy Prairie Ridge Orthodontics R & K Electric Randall Electric Smith Dental Care, PA Snap Fitness Stewart Sanitation Struss CPAs, P.C. Subway Taco John’s Terry’s Repair The Dentists of Owatonna Tim’s Auto Service TPS Insurance Agency True Wealth Advisors Group Steele County Humane Society TSK Construction United Prairie Bank VFW Post #3723 Walbran & Furness Welker Custom Homes Inc. Wolﬀ & Sons Wottreng Family Dental

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FALL SWIM SEASON BEGINS MONDAY, December 8th!

Dog Park The Dog Park at Lake Chase Park is now open! The 1.6 acre off-leash park is a great place to give your pooch some exercise and socialize! Pickleball Courts Four dedicated Pickleball courts were constructed in the fall of 2013 at Morehouse Park. They are located near the dam. In-Line Rink Available for use at Morehouse Park. Lighting can be activated by following instructions next to the walk-in door. Reservations can also be made for exclusive use through the Park and Recreation office at no charge. Skate Park The Bike and Skate Park is a Tier I park—it is free to use by all patrons. Helmets are required and other safety equipment such as elbow and knee pads are strongly recommended. Please report any damage or needed repairs to the Parks and Recreation Department. Owatonna Soccer Complex Lincoln School is home to the complex, and has nine fields exclusively for soccer use. Softball, baseball practice and golfing are NOT allowed on the fields.

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Atlantis Swimming welcomes swimmers of all levels ages 6 and above. Participation in meets is not required, but is encouraged, for upper level swimmers.

Swim club is held at the OJHS pool Monday-Friday at the following times: Bronze level swims from 6:00-6:45 p.m. Silver level swims from 6:45-8:00 p.m. Gold level swims from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Information regarding swim levels and registration materials can be found on our website:

www.teamunify.com/mnsst Feel free to contact Coach Mark Vininski directly at

atlantisswimmingfederation@gmail.com or 612-860-2599

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Tennis Courts Sixteen city-owned tennis courts are available. Manthey Park Courts (also striped for Pickleball), Sid Kenyon Courts (near Lincoln School), Brown Park Courts (artiﬁcial turf) and Dartts Park Courts. Six indoor courts are available at the Tennis Center at West Hills.

Child & Teen Checkups Program Steele County Public Health Nursing Service For optimal performance on the court and in school, make sure to:

Pavilions Pavilions are available at Brown Park, Dartts Park (small and large), Fairgrounds Park, Gainey Park, Jaycee Park, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway, Manthey Park (small and large), Mineral Springs Park (small and large), Morehouse Park (large and Warsinski Chalet), and Owatonna Soccer Complex.

Give them regular Child and Teen Checkups (a well-child checkup) at your clinic and dentist. Child and Teen Checkups are available to children from birth through age 20 who are covered by Minnesota state health plans such as:

Reservations Reservations may be made at the Parks & Recreation ofﬁce, and may be made up to a year in advance. Rates vary depending on pavilion size and length of rental. Both the reservation fee and refundable damage deposit must be paid at the time of reservation. Pavilion Rental Policies Pavilions may be reserved up to one year in advance…book your graduations and family reunions today! Cancellation by the renting party must give notice one month prior to the reservation and the rental fee will be refunded, less a $10 cancellation fee. Notice less than one month prior will not be refunded. If the

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Keys should be picked up one or two business days before the rental. Damage deposits will be forfeit for anyone using balloons or failing to return their key. A $50 fee will be charged if the parks on-call person is called to open the Chalet the day of the event.

Alcohol is allowed at all parks, except at Central Park, Cashman Park, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway, and Owatonna Soccer Complex. Glass containers are not allowed in any parks. Permits for large containers are required. Permits are available at the Parks & Recreation office for $10 and an additional damage deposit of $50. Minnesota Statue 340 regulates against the sale of alcoholic beverages.

Event and Special Use Permits Any park use other than a private party rental requires an event or special use permit to be completed. This includes tournaments, fundraising events, Central Park stage, festivals, or any other event requiring additional assistance from park, street or other city crews; or a request to waive fees. Permits must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event. Forms are available on the city website.

Garbage - Renters are responsible for picking up and disposing of all garbage created by users into garbage cans provided or they could forfeit the damage deposit.

Crocus Park

Glendale Street

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Fairgrounds Park

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Front Street

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Rice Lake Street

Hazel Park

Kelly Street

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Rice Lake Street

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3rd Avenue NE or Cedar Avenue North

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Morehouse Park

School Street/Mill Street/Bridge Street

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Northridge Lane

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Smith Avenue

River Springs Water Park

St. Paul Road

15 H 10

Sid Kinyon Tennis Courts

Smith Avenue and Havana Road

Summer’s Park

North Cedar Street

Walter H. Gainey Park

Selby Avenue or Lemond Road

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West Hills

State Avenue or Florence Avenue

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Leo Rudolph Nature Reserve

Willow Park

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Cherry Street

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Brooktree Golf Course

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

SEASONAL RESTROOMS

16th Street SW

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DRINKING WATER

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Chalet - No smoking or balloons are allowed in the Warsinski Chalet.

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programs, please let staff know of medical conditions or other special needs. Information shared with a coach or instructor is confidential.

Warsinski rinks, located in Morehouse Park are the only supervised skating Adapted Groups rinks in Owatonna. The Warsinski chalet, a large warming house complete with cross country ski and skate rentals and food concessions is located at Teen Club This activity group is designed for ages 14-22 who have developmental the west end of School Street. disabilities and would benefit from social interaction and a place to go to meet friends. Activities include structured crafts, games, local trips, tours, Open: Sunday 12:00 noon – 9:30 pm and attending OHS events as a group. Saturday, Holidays & School Vacation Days 11:00 am – 9:30 pm • Meets weekly, Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm, locations include Monday – Friday: 3:00-9:00 pm SeniorPlace and other sites. Schedule is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Night Club This social group is designed for adults 22 years and older, who have Family bonfire events are held Saturday evenings at 5:30 pm developmental disabilities and mental health issues. This group is an extension of Teen Club and functions similarly. Activities are more age appropriate for adults, as we encourage the independent pursuit of leisure interest whenever possible. Night Club is a place to establish and cultivate friendships through recreation. Our program offers a variety of leisure options for youth and adults with • Meets weekly, Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm, locations include disabilities. We provide an adaptive format as well as opportunities for SeniorPlace and other sites. inclusion. Our policy within the Therapeutic Recreation program is to plan • Transportation provided to members in city limits for a minimal fee, for the person first, the disability second, and to encourage the independent riders must call Owatonna Bus Company for pick up. pursuit of personal leisure interests. Our goal is to make recreation and leisure choices available to everyone, and our objective is to accommodate individuals with necessary adaptations so they may participate as fully as their non-disabled peers.

Therapeutic Recreation Program

Membership Benefits:

• A newsletter six times a year, providing a calendar of trips, special events, weekly scheduled activities and program information. • Transportation to local activities for members within city limits, for Night Club programs. • Experienced Park and Recreation staff facilitating programs and events. • Discount on membership fees to the West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center • Access to resources and agencies such as ADD, Special Olympics, PACER and other advocates for persons with disabilities. • Scholarships and financial assistance available upon request.

Inclusion in Youth Programs Youth with disabilities or health concerns are encouraged to participate in youth sports, aquatics, trips and summer programs. The inclusion policy of the program provides all children registered to participate with an equal advantage. Adaptive equipment, program modifications and other accommodations are used to assist the individual as needed. Individualized consultation with parents and coordination with the coach or instructor helps make the transition possible. In addition, all coaches, aquatic staff and summer staff receive resource information for working with the child in their training sessions. Requests for one-to-one assistance is provided when possible. When enrolling your child in sports and other

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LIFE LIFE (Leisure Is for Everyone) is a leisure education program designed for individuals with disabilities, 20-35 years old. Members of the LIFE group learn skills necessary to make the most of their leisure time. While keeping involved in recreation activities and pursuing new friendships, they also learn to plan and organize their daily schedules outside of work using a personal planner. Our goals are to explore personal leisure interests and community resources; develop an understanding of self-advocacy and personal independence, and learn the rewards that come from volunteering. We encourage members to attend without staff, if possible. This group serves as a transition program between Teen Club and Night Club, and members will learn the importance of choosing and planning leisure options. • Meets weekly, Wednesdays 4:30-6:00pm, locations include SeniorPlace and other sites • Personal planner is required, planning sessions held every 6 weeks

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find out where we’ll go next! Winter Trips - Therapeutic Recreation Watch our winter newsletters for complete details regarding our Trip Program. Trips will be available to persons age 14 and older who are members of Therapeutic Recreation. In January, 2015 we’ll take a trip to Chanhassen, MN to see Hello Dolly. This annual trip to the Chanhassen Dinner Theater has been a tradition for 20 years. The musicals and the dining experience are truly memorable. Complete trip details will be available in the November/ December newsletter. Plan for a January 28th trip, with registration and payment due to the TR office by Jan 2nd. Start saving now for this trip you won’t want to miss. Staff accompanying groups are experienced individuals who follow routine safety procedures and are trained for emergency situations. They represent the City of Owatonna on these trips. If participants need individualized supervision, a parent or support staff is required to attend.

Details for Night Club, Teen Club, and LIFE • Membership and registration packets are available at the TR office and must be submitted prior to starting. • Membership fee is $48 (includes tax) for six months, with fees due January 1 and July 1. • Weekly activity schedules appear in the TR newsletter and online at the Parks and Recreation website. • Programs operate year round, 43 weeks per year. • Questions, call Wendy Reller, Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator at 507-774-7360

Kid’s Leisure Swim This class is designed for ages 6-16 who have disabilities. The instructor is a qualified water safety instructor and experienced in making adaptations for the swimmer with special needs. If a WSI is unavailable, lifeguard staff will conduct a leisure swim session using games and water activities to promote physical exercise, socialization, and independence in the water. Those using a wheelchair may use our pool lift for transfer in and out of the water. Anyone whose ability restricts them from using the locker rooms independently may use the bathroom and changing area located directly off the pool. An accessible entrance is available. If your child needs further 1:1 assistance, we ask you to provide a volunteer. When Monday Bowling League registering, please complete a swimmer profile, so that our staff knows The Monday Bowling league is available for teens and adults age 14 years your child’s specific needs. Class limit is 8. and older who have developmental disabilities or mental health issues. We play 2 games per week maximum, shoes are free. Transportation is not Winter Session provided. Please notify us of any special accommodations needed for play. Cost: $39.00 Minimum of 20 participants to run the program. Location: West Hills Pool Winter /Spring Session: Dates: January 13- March 17 Program Cost: $21.50, payable to Owatonna Parks & Recreation Time: 6:00 – 7:00pm Weekly Fee: $5.50 payable to Spare Time Entertainment Days: Tuesdays Location: Spare Time Entertainment Dates: January 5 – April 20 Winter session exclusions: Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 30. Time: 4:30 -6:00PM Registration Deadline: January 5 Phone number – 444-4290 West Hills Tennis & Fitness, located at 502 Dunnell Drive, has amenities Traveling Bowling League Trip that include 6 indoor tennis courts, pool, sauna, walking track, basketball The traveling bowling league is open to any of our Monday league court, locker rooms with showers, a weight and cardio room that includes a bowlers who wish to visit bowling facilities outside of Owatonna for a full line of Cybex machines, dumbbells, free weights, elliptical machines, late afternoon of bowling and dinner. We travel by bus to a neighboring StairMasters, stationary bikes, arc trainers, and treadmills. community by 3:30 and return by about 8PM. We schedule these trips 2 times per year, in May and December when our Monday League does not meet. We always travel on Tuesdays. Details for our December 9th trip will No Annual Contracts Required! Pick your length of membership be available in the November/ December newsletter and announced during or drop in as your schedule permits for a daily fee. Ask to see if your fall session of the Monday League. Support staff are welcome to ride free company provides a discount, if not, check with us about getting one set up. of charge, while bowlers pay a small bus fee. Watch your newsletters to

West Hills Tennis and Fitness Center

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We participate with several health insurance providers to help you stay ﬁt. Facility Hours: We’ve partnered with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Minnesota, UCare, Health Tennis Center, Weight & Cardio Rooms, Track, Sauna Partners, and South Country Health Alliance to offer those with coverage special ﬁtness programs. Monday-Thursday 6:00am-9:30pm Friday 6:00am-7:00pm Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm Membership Rates Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm (tax not included)

Tennis Monthly

Yearly

Yearly ACH

Individual $36.00 $300.00 $30/Month Junior $20.00 $168.00 $17/Month Couple $45.00 $378.00 $39/Month Family $50.00 $420.00 $42/Month **A Tennis membership includes open court time in the Tennis Center.

Fitness Monthly

Yearly

Yearly ACH

Individual $36.00 $255.00 $30/Month Junior $20.00 $168.00 $17/Month Couple $41.00 $275.00 $33/Month Family $46.00 $295.00 $35/Month Summer Pass: Memorial Day to Labor Day (Individual) $60.00 (Couple or Family) $75.00 **A Fitness membership provides unlimited access to the basketball court, weight room, cardio room, sauna, pool (during open swim times), running track and locker rooms.

Open Swim Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Saturday & Sunday

6:00am-7:15am 7:00pm-9:00pm 1:00pm-4:00pm

**Facility ClosedThanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day Looking for a place to host a birthday party, church group event or just to have a drop-in group get together? Private rentals are available for the swimming pool, basketball court or room space. Contact us for more information. WATER AEROBICS (fee includes tax)

Combination Monthly

Yearly

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Individual $46.00 $320.00 $39/Month Junior $30.00 $252.00 $26/Month Couple $50.00 $420.00 $42/Month Family $56.00 $470.00 $47/Month **A Tennis/Fitness Combo membership includes everything in the Fitness and Tennis memberships.

Fitness Center Day Pass Monday through Friday Saturday and Sunday Ages 2 & under (1 child/1 adult)

$4.00 $5.00 FREE (with paid adult)

Upcoming Specials: October: Challenge Yourself: Purchase a monthly membership and receive 2 free ﬁtness day passes. November: No Pain, No Gain: Purchase a yearly membership and get entered into a drawing for a free one hour basketball court or pool rental. December: Promote a Healty Lifestyle: For every $15 gift certiﬁcate purchased, receive a free Fitness Day Pass January: New Year’s Resolution: Purchase a yearly membership and receive 5 free day passes or two free 1-hour reservation on the tennis courts for 2 people. February: You’re Special: One free Tennis & Fitness t-shirt with any yearly membership.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday $27 per month Choose one: 7:30-8:25am or 8:30-9:25am or 9:30-10:25am Tuesday, Thursday $18 per month Choose one: 6:15-7:10am or 8:00-8:55am or 4:00-4:55pm Monday, Wednesday 4:00-4:55pm $18 per month Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:00-5:55pm $27 per month Tuesday 10:15-11:15am $9 per month Thursday 10:15-11:15am $9 per month Saturday 8:00-8:55am $9 per month

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Special Events Dancing at the Elks The ﬁrst Tuesday of the month, we’re dancing at the Elks from 1:004:30pm. Thanks to the Owatonna Elks Club! This is a great time to socialize, dance and exercise! Refreshments and snacks provided.

OWATONNA FIGURE SKATING CLUB Have you always wanted to learn to ice skate? Does your child want to Entertainment Schedule: learn to skate but is not sure what kind they want to do? Here is an option Han Hohrman October 7th for you: Come and learn to skate with us. We have coaches who are November 4th Big Ben & Brian Concetina certified with USFSA to teach hockey, figure, freestyle, dance, recreational. nd December 2 Larry J Band You will learn the basics first, and then as you progress you can go where Cost: $5.00 SP member, $6.00 non-member you want with your skills. We also teach skaters to respect other skaters, share the ice and avoid collisions with others on the ice. You may go to our SeniorPlace Pancake Breakfast – Owatonna VFW web site www.owatonnafsc.org for more information. On Sunday, October 12 the Owatonna SeniorPlace will holding a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the Owatonna VFW. Pancakes, French toast, CUB SCOUTING IN STEELE COUNTY Scrambled or Fried eggs, Sausage Links, Juice, Coffee, and Milk will The Cub Scouting program is for boys entering 1st through 5th grades and be served. Tickets available at SeniorPlace, from SP Board Members, is a valuable resource that can help families accomplish worthy goals Cashwise Service Counter, or at Kottke’s. All tickets that are sold in while building and strengthening relationships within the family. In Cub advance will benefit SeniorPlace. $5.00 per person and children under 5 Scouts boys learn ideals like honesty, bravery and respect. These values years old are free. Time: 8am-12pm help boys make constructive decisions throughout their lifetime and give SeniorPlace Social Gathering, November 3 them the confidence they need to grow and develop. Steele County has six Please join the SeniorPlace Inc. Board at this informal social gathering on November 3. Everyone is welcome to attend the SeniorPlace Inc. Board meeting different packs to choose from. While you are welcome to join any pack at 1 pm as well as the Social Gathering following the board meeting. We would in the county, most packs recruit from a specific school. We have Scout like to hear your thoughts on what you expect of the board, the future of Senior units in Blooming Prairie, Owatonna and Medford. For more information Programming, and any other topics you would like to discuss. Refreshments will on joining the Scouting Adventure in Steele County visit www.beascout. be provided. Time: 2 pm at the SeniorPlace org or contact Tom Barry, District Executive at 507-456-2121 or e-mail at tobarry@bsamail.org. Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, November 8 9 am—1 pm A GREAT Fundraiser for SeniorPlace, will accept donations of craft items, home-made canned goods, and baked goods. Our homemade Lefse will A division of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation be on hand. Donations accepted starting on Friday, Nov. 7. Volunteers are Department, it is our vision that we become an needed. You can sign up at the SeniorPlace desk. Tell your friends and indispensable asset to boomers, seniors and our community make note to stop by the Craft Fair! by offering programs and services that enable boomers and Location: SeniorPlace seniors to live healthy and meaningful lives in their own homes in their community.

SeniorPlace

Trips

Membership

Owatonna SeniorPlace is a place for leisure and recreational pursuits for adults over 50 years of age. Membership is $37.41 per person (includes tax) annually, January through December. As a member you receive discounts to 50 local businesses who are part of our partnership program.

Facility

SeniorPlace is located in the West Hills Complex, 500 Dunnell Drive Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. Phone: 507-444-4280 Stay up to date with SeniorPlace and Senior Programming: Website: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation/senior-place Facebook: www.facebook.com/SeniorPlace

Jackpot Junction Casino Bus Trip: October 27 & 28 Enjoy a one night stay at the casino and hotel, all travelers will receive $40 slot credit. Bus will pick-up in Owatonna at Nelson Decorating. Cost: Double $40 per person or Single $60 per person Depart Owatonna: 9:15am (October 27) Contact: 507-867-3410 Sea Life - Minnesota: Thursday, November 6

Minnesota SEA LIFE Aquarium showcases about 10,000 sea creatures, allowing visitors to come face to face with animals. Included with this trip will be lunch at Firelake restaurant, a self-guided tour of the 300 foot long aquarium, as well as a Behind-the-Scenes Tour. The Behind-the-Scenes Tour will take you up on deck above the tunnel system where you can see animals that are currently off-exhibit. You will then explore the Laboratory to ﬁnd out how Sea Life maintains the 1.3

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million gallons of water that make up the aquarium. Finally, your tour guide will take you into the Food Prep Kitchen to see what the 10,000 + creatures eat on a daily basis.

Register by October 23 Cost: $45 SP Member or $55 Non-Member Depart from SP: 10:15am Lunch is at 12:00 pm (included in the ticket price) Tours start at 1:30 pm Location: Sea Life - Mall of America

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“Prohibition: A Grand Misadventure” November 18 In 1920, the United States entered a period during which the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquors was banned. As it turned out, the US also entered a period of lawlessness and corruption, unequaled in its history. Presenter: David Jones Date: November 18 from 11:00 am-Noon Cost: $3 SP Member or $5 Non-Member Minnesota was First: December 4

Arn Kind will be on hand at River Songs and Tales with Mark Twain: Thursday, November 13 SeniorPlace to present Minnesota The Vocal Essence Ensemble Singers and former WCCO anchor Don was First! Did you know that Shelby as Mark Twain come to Faribault as the first stop in their tour of Minnesotans were the first to Greater Minnesota to celebrate life on the Mississippi. Through choral volunteer troops to fight in the music and the spoken word, Vocal Essence takes the audience on a musical Civil War? Did you know that journey of the past and presence – choral masterpieces, favorite folksongs, Minnesotans were not only traditional spirituals, and Americana – all paired with the words of Mark responsible for foiling the James Twain. Make sure to register early as there is very limited seating available. Younger Gang’s attempt at robbing Register by October 29 our banks, but that they also put an Cost: $35 SP Member or $45 Non-Member end to the criminal reign of this infamous outlaw gang? Did you know that Depart from SP: 6:35 pm a famous aviator, raised in Minnesota, was the first to make a solo, nonShow starts at: 7:30 pm - Location: Shattuck St. Mary’s School stop flight across the Atlantic, stretching and proving the capabilities of aircraft? MN Gophers Women’s Basketball Game: Sunday, December 7 Arn Kind is a member of the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment; Take advantage of this great opportunity as the Owatonna SeniorPlace will be traveling to Williams Arena to watch your Minnesota Gophers take on the Butler a reenactment group based out of Fort Snelling. Bulldogs. Come and cheer on the Lady Gophers as they compete for bragging Date/Time: December 4 from 5:30-7:00 PM rights in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Cost: $15 SP Member or $20 Non-Member Register by November 21 Cost: $20 SP Member or $30 Non-Member (Anyone under age 18 receives “The Lincoln Assassination: A Fragile Time” January 20 the member price. Must be accompanied by an adult) When John Wilkes Booth assassinated Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War Depart from SP: 4:00 pm was ending and emotions were high. Killing the President was just part of Game Time: 6:00 pm Booth’s plan. Join us to explore this fragile time in our history and the plot that very nearly succeeded in toppling the government. We are all familiar Speakers/Presentations with the basic story of John Wilkes Booth shooting Lincoln at the theater, but what other forces were at work? Who were the people that Booth Is Cremation Right for Me? October 15 & 16 pulled into a conspiracy leading eight others to be convicted? Presenter: You are invited to attend our seminar which will answer many questions David Jones regarding cremation, including; family viewing, memorial service options, Date/Time: January 20 from 6:00-7:00 pm the legal aspects of cremation, costs, and prearranging cremation services. Cost: $3 SP Member or $5 Non-Member The seminar will be a question and answer format. There will be no cost or obligation. Refreshments and seminar materials will be provided. No fee! Services Date/Time: October 15 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm Or October 16 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm We provide many different services at the Owatonna SeniorPlace. For more information on the following services please contact the SeniorPlace Edward Jones Financial Advisor John Havelka: October 22 during normal business hours. Making Your Money Last AARP Driver Safety Classes Have you retired recently? Are you planning to retire soon? This Foot Clinic presentation discusses ideas to help build a reasonable and sustainable Health Insurance Counseling strategy for managing income and expenses during retirement. We’ll explore how to address key concerns such as inflation, health care expenses Flu Shot Clinic: October 9 and market volatility as well as ways to prepare in advance for things that Diabetic Shoe Clinic: October 21 Healthy Seniors of Steele County may not go as expected. No Fee! Length: 35 minutes Semcac Senior Advocate Date/Time: October 22 at 9 am and again at 6:30 pm

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Staying Active

Yoga Yoga is a series of postures and stretches in combination with breathing to develop ﬂexibility and relaxation. Proper alignment of the body will bring Chair Aerobics balance, strength, and calmness to the participant. Enjoy a real aerobic workout, without getting out of your chair! This fun Cost: - 12 Class Punch card: $60.00 members/$72 non-members program consists of warm-ups, exercises, cool-downs & stretches. Offered - 6 Class Punch card: $33 members/$39 non-members by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute (formerly Sister Kenny) 507- Individual classes: $6 members/$7 non-members 977-2150 Dates: Session I - October 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, Nov. 4, 6, 11, 13, Cost: $10 per month or $1.25 per class 18, 20 Day: Mondays & Thursdays Session II - November 25, December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 30 Time: 10:30-11:15am rd Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Location: 3 Floor Time: 10:45-11:30am Weight Training for Seniors A Therapist leads the group in a program of warm-up exercises, weight Dance Lessons lifting exercises with hand-held weights, cool-down exercises and Basic Step Dance Lessons taught by Linda Gallea and Harold Olesen. stretching. We ask for a commitment of 3 times per week for 3 months Harold is from Humboldt, IA and been teaching lessons for 10 years. Linda to start the program. Offered by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute is from Medford, MN and has partnered with Harold for 5 years. Both love (formerly Sister Kenny) 507-977-2150 to dance and fun doing it! Cost: $25 per month Day: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Couple Dance lessons (will try to match partners if you do not have one) Time: 8:30-9:30am or 3:15-4:15pm 6 weeks, Sunday afternoons 2:00 to 4:00 PM October 19th through November 23 at the Owatonna Senior Place. This program is open to Tai Chi anyone from school age kids to older adults. Please contact Owatonna Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art and form of stylized, meditative exercise, characterized by methodically slow circular and stretching movements and positions of bodily balance. Cost: $1 per class Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 9:30am

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Zumba® Gold Designed for the active, older adult, the true beginner, or people who are not used to exercising or may be limited physically. Instructor: Char Roetman. Cost per class: $4.50 SP Members, $5.50 non-members Dates: September 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 November: 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 December: 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 3:45-4:30pm Pilates Pilates is a proven gentle total body workout which strengthens deep back muscles, abdominals, upper and lower body as well as improving ﬂexibility. This is a very beginner class. Exercises are balanced with stretches throughout. Class will leave you refreshed and relaxed. Clean mats will be provided for use or bring your own. Instructor: Susan Bernhart. Cost: $2 per session Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 9:30-10:30 am

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Parks and Rec or Owatonna SeniorPlace to get registered for this low cost program. Cost (Full 6 Weeks): $10 SP Members or $15 Non-Members Dates: October 19: Two Step October 26: Triple Step November 2: Waltz & Swing November 9: Cha Cha November 16: Grapevine November 23: Review

Other Activities Healthy Cooking Classes We will be offering a series of healthy cooking class at the Owatonna SeniorPlace. Classes will be starting in October and run through January. The classes will be instructed by Louanne Kaupa, registered dietician and owner of Eat Well Nutrition Therapy. Each class will revolve around seasonal produce or the specific holiday seasons. This is a great opportunity to explore new ideas in the kitchen, learn about disease prevention, and how to use fresh produce while cooking. These classes welcome adults and school age childred accompanied by an adult. Class Dates/Times: Monday nights from 5:30-6:30pm October 13 Farmers Market Produce October 27 Farmers Market Produce November 10 Holiday Recipe Modification December 8 Holiday Recipe Modification January TBD (Customary foods or participant request) January TBD (Customary foods or participant request) Cost: $10 per class/per person or $50 for all six classes/per person

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Knitting & Crocheting If you want to needle with us, we can help you learn basic knitting and crocheting. Choose what you do, no project too big or too small! Donations of leftover yarn and crochet thread are welcome! Cost: Free Days: Second & Fourth Mondays Time: 1-3pm Location: Quilt Room 3rd Floor Quilters This creative group of stitchers meets to create warm, colorful quilts. Members of the group have a good time while they share quilting knowledge and skills with each other. Cost: Free Days: Mondays Time: 9:00-11:15am Location: Quilt Room 3rd Floor Recycled Greeting Cards You won’t believe how wonderful these cards (which you paid a small fortune for) “clean up”! With some scissors, a little paper and a lot of creativity, this once anticipated trash is made into another’s treasure. There are lots of ways to be involved, contact Eric or Brad to get started. Golden Tones A musical entertainment troupe composed of singers, musicians and entertainers. You are encouraged to be a part of the Golden Tones that performs at various functions throughout the year. The group prepares to sing at numerous functions in the Owatonna area. Cost: Free Day: Tuesday Time: 1:30-3:00pm Location: Multi-Purpose Room – 1st Floor

Billiards Billiards is available Monday through Friday when SeniorPlace is open. A Sunshine Club set time for billards players to get together is Tuesdays at 9am. Do you know of someone who recently celebrated a ‘milestone’ birthday Cost: $.50 for 2 hours or anniversary? Were they in the hospital? Lost a loved one? Please let us know so one of our front desk volunteers can send a card. Call Shuffleboard SeniorPlace at 507-444-4280. Come join us for an hour of shuffleboard every Thursday at the SeniorPlace. Whether you are a veteran with many years of shuffleboard Card Groups experience or if you are just learning the rules, we think you will have Cribbage Mondays 12:45 pm a good time getting a little exercise with some local “good sports.” Maj Jongg Tuesdays 9:00 am Equipment is provided. Pfeiffer Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:00 pm Days/Time: Thursdays at 2 pm Hand & Foot Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:45pm Bingo Each week there are 19 games and a blackout round. You must be a member of SeniorPlace to play Bingo. Cost: $.50 per card Days: Fridays Time: 12:30-2:45pm Location: Multi-Purpose Room 1st Floor

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1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 8:45 am

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Room Rentals Available Great for weddings, birthdays, retirements, meetings, showers, or family get-togethers! Rooms (capacity): Multi-Purpose Room with kitchen (160), Board Room (50), East Meeting Room (35), West Meeting Room with kitchen (50), South Meeting Room (12), 3rd Floor North Meeting Room, 2nd Floor North Meeting Room Call SeniorPlace for rates and availability.

Supporting Recreation... and a Whole Lot More.

Minnesota State Public School Orphanage Museum Phone: 507-774-7369 E-mail: museum@ci.owatonna.mn.us Website: www.orphanagemuseum.com The property of the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children, now known as the West Hills Complex, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District. Learn the history of the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children • Tour Cottage 11, original cottage that housed boys 6-13 (19231945) • Cemetery (learn the history of 198 children buried there) • State School Museum (inside City Administration Building) • Call for group tours by Harvey Ronglien (State Schooler) • Outdoor Audio Tour Stations-seasonal May 1 - November 1

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Museum Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm (Main Entrance) Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm (Enter through the Owatonna Arts Center) Cottage 11 Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 1:00-3:00pm (September - December) Closed: January - February Tours: Self-guided tours of the main Museum, Cottage 11 & grounds tour are free of charge. (Donations are appreciated.) Guided tours, including a presentation by State School ward Harvey Ronglien, are available. Please contact the Orphanage Museum for details & reservations.

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