Parks & Recreation Spring 2016

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Summer Reading Program

Begins Wednesday, June 8th in Owatonna • 3-6 PM Begins Monday, June 6 in Blooming Prairie • 10 AM - Noon Bring your library card & take home the books!

Owatonna Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 AM - 9 PM Friday & Saturday 9 AM - 5PM Sunday (October-April) 1 PM – 5 PM

Owatonna Public Library Serving all of Steele County 105 Elm Ave N • Owatonna 507-444-2460 www.owatonna.info

Blooming Prairie Branch Library 138 Highway Avenue South Blooming Prairie 507-583-7750

Blooming Prairie Hours: Monday-Wednesday 10 AM – 6 PM Thursday 10 AM - 8 PM Friday 10 AM - 5 PM Saturday 10 AM - 1 PM

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OWATONNA PARKS AND RECREATION 2016 SPRING BROCHURE 540 West Hills Circle Owatonna, MN 55060 Park Board Members Office Phone: 507-444-4321 Website: www. ci.owatonna.mn.us/ parksrecreation Facebook: Owatonna Parks and Recreation

James “Corky” Ebeling Director of Parks, Recreation & Government Buildings 507-774-7361 Corky.Ebeling@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Judd Dingmann (Chair)

Angie Malo (Secretary)

Greg Louis

Chris Goodew

Karina Garcia

Lee Kostelecky

Rick Smith Park Director 507-774-7086 Rick.Smith@ci.owatonna.mn.us

Jesse Wilker Building & Grounds Superintendent 507-774-7097 Jesse.Wilker@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 Recreation Superintendent 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 s

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

Brad Dushaw Recreation Supervisor 507-774-7110 Bradley.Dushaw@ci.owatonna.mn.us Parks and Recreation Spring 2016 A special project of the Owatonna People’s Press in cooperation with the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department 135 W. Pearl, Owatonna, MN 55060 Publisher: Julie Frazier Advertising Director: Ginny Bergerson Media Sales Consultants: Diane Gengler, Per Kvalsten, Jennifer Sorensen, Autumn Van Ravenhorst, Lori Wagner, Elizabeth Williams Ad Design: Lauren Barber, Nikkie Gilmore, Keeley Krebsbach, Jenine Kubista, Kelly Kubista

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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 - parkrec@ci.owatonna.mn.us Tennis & Fitness Center - 507-444-4290 SeniorPlace - 507-444-4280

Brooktree Clubhouse - 507-444-2467 River Springs Water Park - 507-774-7370 Park Maintenance - 507-774-7086

Welcome to Owatonna Parks and Recreation Spring 2016 As I write this letter the forecast is only in the single digits, but here at Parks & Recreation , we’re looking forward to warmer temps, green grass and sunny skies. Spring really is right around the corner.

NEW! We’re very excited to offer our NEW programs this spring...to name a few...

SeniorPlace Aging Mastery Program, Calendar Photo Contest, Fat Bike Tire Trails, Wine, Women and Golf, Parent and Child Golf, Tin Cup Night and the Caddyshack Tournament. Look for the NEW NEW! logo to check out all of them.

We are also working on new programs for this summer, if you have any suggestions, let us know.

We’re also bringing back some past ‘new’ favorites, Bark & Rec and Munchkin Market included. See dates and other details inside.

As always, we take pride in our customer service and continue to improve our communications and our registration process. Our communication plan includes updates to our website – www.ci.owatonna. mn.us/parkrec - to make navigation easier, we have a weekly article in the Owatonna People’s Press in every weekend edition, while SeniorPlace articles appear weekly on Wednesdays.

Tune into KRFO on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings at 8:40 a.m. for our radio shows. Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter as well!

A reminder that we have eliminated the non-resident fees through an agreement with Steele County. All citizens within the county pay the same fee for recreation programs.

Only participants living outside Steele County pay the outside participant fee.

Please note that adult participant fees and rental fees listed are payable to the Owatonna Parks & Recreation and include sales tax, while youth programs and lessons do not charge sales tax.

SeniorPlace memberships for 2016

are available at the same low price of $37.58. Our partnership program continues to expand with local businesses and is one of the many benefits that come with a membership.

Check out the SeniorPlace page for details for all the offerings…including the new Aging Mastery Program (AMP) from the National Coalition on Aging.

Brooktree Golf Course memberships are also available now for 2016. Check out the membership deal available now until April 1st! The golf course and clubhouse has had many upgrades in the past year, if you haven’t golfed Brooktree recently, you must check it out, as the improvements are amazing!

See the Brooktree pages for the many NEW NEW! things in 2016, especially the NEW NEW! Master’s Bar & Grille in the clubhouse.

It’s never too soon to reserve a pavilion for your special event! Call the office and we’ll be glad to find the perfect venue for your graduation, family reunion, birthday party, company outing or any other event.

NEW…now we have a bounce house NEW! to rent for your event! If you’re worried about weather, we have rentals available at the Morehouse Chalet, SeniorPlace and the Brooktree clubhouse.

We hope you are able to make time to take advantage of your parks, trails, facilities and programs during this wonderful time of the year!

We welcome your comments and suggestions. Let us know how we are doing!

“The Benefits are Endless” as “Your Best Investment” is your Parks and Recreation Department!

Sincerely, Corky Ebeling Director of Parks and Recreation and Government Buildings

For Appointments, Information Or Referrals: 507-451-2630 Outside Owatonna: 1-800-722-0590 After Hour Emergencies: 507-455-8100 610 Florence Avenue, Owatonna, MN with offices in Waseca and Kasson

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SPRING REGISTRATION Date: Location: Time:

Friday, February 26 SeniorPlace, South Entrance 4 pm-6:30 pm. **Baseball & Softball uniforms will be available to try on at the Senior Place registration. Owatonna Lacrosse Association also be there

Ways to Register:

• On-Line: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation/onlineregistration (beginning at 12:01 am on February 26) • Walk-In Registration: at the Park and Recreation office at 540 West Hills Circle. Office hours are 7am-5pm Monday – Friday or at Senior Place on February 26 from 4pm-6:30pm.

Registration deadline is March 11th for soccer, little league and Fastpitch Softball.

Save $10.00 on each program by registering before the deadline.

Special Events o o o o

March 12- Washerboard Tournament April 2 – DNR Boat & Water Safety Course April 23 – Munchkin Market April 23 – Bark & Rec

Spring Programs o o o o

Soccer Swim Lessons Adult Softball League Girls Lacrosse- grades 2-4

Early Summer Programs

o Little League 2nd – 5th grade baseball o Girl’s Huskies Fastpitch 2nd – 3rd grades o T-Ball and Squirt Ball

Partner Programs/Associations

o Husky Bullpen Club Traveling Teams (Minor League) o Huskies Fastpitch Club Traveling Teams o Boys/Girls Lacrosse Association

Youth Scholarship Fund This fund helps support programs for all youth in the Owatonna School District and Adult Therapeutic Recreation Programs. Forms are available at the Park and Recreation Office. Participants must pay 25% 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 * Current recipients of SSI (Supplemental Security Income) or Social Security Benefits * Current recipients of Medical Assistance Program * Other circumstances (will need to explain)

South Country Health Alliance (SCHA)

Members of South Country Health Alliance can receive $15 off Park & Recreation youth activities and classes. Therapeutic Recreation activities are also included. Maximum of three classes per calendar year.

Scholarship form must be completed and current SCHA membership card must be presented at the time of registration.

Uniforms for youth activities

Participants may keep T-shirts donated by business sponsors for youth baseball & softball, volleyball, squirt and youth basketball. All other Programs coming in the Summer Brochure (released May 3) uniforms and equipment must be returned to coaches at the end of the o Track season. o Pickleball o Jr. Golf o Camps

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Thank you 2015 T-Shirt Sponsors!

You can sponsor a youth team for as little as $74.50! T-shirts are a great way to advertise your business, kids proudly wear them around town all year long.

1st United Bank Anytime Fitness Bev’s Friends, Family Tours & Travel Bosch Automotive Service Solutions Blast Softserve Black Forest Block Plumbing & Heating Budget Host Inn Carrie’s Cleaning Service Cartime of Owatonna Christian Bros. Cabinets Corbin Law Office Costa’s Candies & Restaurant Culligan Daikin Applied Americas Inc. Dairy Queen Grill and Chill Darcy Ihrke Realtor Deml Heating & Air Conditioning Domino’s Pizza

El Tequila Express Employment Professionals Fame Awards Fareway Stores, Inc. Federated Insurance Fernbrook Family Center Flooring Frenzy & More Four Seasons Electric General Equipment Company Gopher Sport Hedstrom Insurance Agency Hohenstein Agency Hometown Motors Horizon Eye Care Hy-Vee Johnson’s Barber Shop Kent’s Cleaning Kernel Restaurant King Orthodontics Kirchner Siding and Windows Legacy Signs Inc.

WE’RE HIRING! Seasonal Positions We will soon be hiring seasonal positions! Many positions available, including Park & Grounds and Golf Maintenance, Camp Staff, Lifeguards, Friday Camp Group Leader and Supervisor, Guest Services

Let’s Ride Boots & Apparel Limberg Productions Little Professor Book Center Manke’s Outdoor Equipment Mayo Clinic Health System Mike’s Flooring, LLC Modern Metal Products Mohs Contracting Mortgage Office of Brenda Bednar Noble RV Owatonna Elks Lodge #1395 Owatonna Sons of Norway Pearson Prairie Ridge Orthodontics Profinium, Inc. R&K Electric Smith Dental Care P.A. Sterling Pharmacy Stewart Sanitation Straight River Sports Struss CPA’s P.C.

Subway Sweet Towing Taco John’s Terry’s Repair The Dentists of Owatonna The S’cream Tim Holland, D.D.S., P.A. Tim’s Auto Service TPS Insurance Agency Turtle Creek Nursery & Landscaping VFW Post #3723 Viracon Walbran and Furness Welker Custom Homes, Inc. WFLA Lodge #127 Wolff and Sons Wottreng Family Dental

and Guest Services Lead, and Summer Camp Supervisor. Hours vary from 40 hours per week to other hours that fit your schedule. If you’re a student, retiree, stay at home parent, teacher or would like to supplement your current income there will be positions to fit your needs! Check the City of Owatonna’s website for available positions at: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us.

SPECIAL EVENTS 4th Annual Mike Hansen Memorial Washer Board Tournament Saturday March 12, 2016 EAGLES CLUB 141 E. Rose St. All proceeds from the tournament will be donated to Owatonna Park & Rec Scholarship Program in Mike Hansen’s name. This Scholarship program provides more opportunities for kids to participate in Park & Rec activities ■ Singles and Doubles Tournament — You may enter both if youd like ■ 9:00 AM Singles Registration — 10:00 AM Start ■ 11:00 AM Doubles Registration — Noon Start

■ $15.00 per person — Singles or Doubles Division ■ Double Elimination format ■ Prizes for 1st & 2nd place in each division ■ Meat raffles available the day of the event ■ Eagles Club Bar & Grill open throughout the day Memorial donations to Owatonna Park & Rec Scholarship Program are welcome TOURNAMENT ENTRIES DUE NO LATER THAN MARCH 5th Please mail registration form to Wes Jones, 670 Lynwood St., Owatonna, MN 55060 Questions: Call Wes Jones @ 507-456-4280 (wes.jones2331@gmail. com) or Bill Hartle @ 507-456-4012

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Boat & Water Safety

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only children ages 6-15 can rent space. You must have an adult with you the day of the sale. Only one adult and one child per table. Mark your own prices on your items and keep the profits! Please keep items at $10 or less. You must provide your own start up cash and change. Register on line at http://ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation/online-registration, in person at the Parks and Recreation Office 540 West Hills Circle, or by phone at 507-444-4321.

Time: 9:00 am-12:00 noon (Set up booths at 8 am) The Rad Zoo, magic show and Tae Kwon Do demonstration will be our entertainment throughout the event.

(Ages 12-adult) Saturday – April 2 – 8:30-11:30am * FREE * Students will begin work on the Watercraft Operator’s Permit packet. This allows youth (ages 12-18) to operate jetskis, boats, and other watercraft greater than 25 hp. Adults are encouraged to take the class to learn more NEW THIS YEAR! – A BOUNCE about water safety on Minnesota’s lakes. Minnesota DNR Conservation Officers lead the class and will demonstrate various equipment. A special CASTLE!!!!! FREE!!!! in-water session will be held at 6:00 am. Area law enforcement agencies NEW THIS YEAR! RAD ZOO, will demonstrate, give you tips and let you practice what you can, and MAGIC SHOW and TAE KWON should, do in a boating emergency. Class participants need to bring a swimsuit and towel. You may also bring your clean life jacket to test.

DO DEMONSTRATION! Classroom portion will be held at SeniorPlace Multi-Purpose Room, inLocation: Four Season Center (S. Elm St.) Owatonna, MN 55060 water session held at West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center.

What: Kids will sell toys, games, books, sporting goods, video games and There is no cost for the class, but you must register by March 25th. more!

Cost to rent a space: $10 (Only 100 spaces are available for rent, register today!)

Event Sponsor: Deml Heating and Air Conditioning

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3rd Annual Munchkin Market (Youth Booths) Saturday – April 23 9 am-12 Noon - Attendance FREE Sellers wanted! (Ages 6-15) Kids, do you have toys you are no longer using? Want to turn those toys into CASH? Rent a table at the Four Seasons Center (West end) to sell some of your old toys, games, books, sporting goods, video games, and Check out our new menus! anything else you can think of to sell (no food).

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Munchkin Market (Adult Booths) We are looking for 10-15 adult vendors to sell their products during the youth sale. Rent an 8 foot table at the Four Seasons Center (West End) to sell your products. We will only be accepting one vendor per product. (ie one Scentsy vendor, one Mary Kay vendor, one Tastefully Simple vendor, etc.) First come first serve. Due to the limited availability for the adult vendors, we will only be taking registration by phone 507-444-4321 or in person at 540 West Hills Circle beginning February 29.

When: Saturday, April 23 Time: 9:00 am-12:00 noon (Set up booths at 8 am) Location: Four Season Center (S. Elm St.) Owatonna, MN 55060 Sponsored by: Owatonna Parks and Recreation Vendors Cost to rent a space: $25

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NEW in 2016… * A caricature artist to capture you & your pet! * A dog & owner look-a-like contest!

Bark & Rec Run FUR Fun! Now in its second year we’re adding a fun run to kick off the event. A 5K walk or run for pets and their people! Race time is 9 a.m.

The Run FUR Fun is rain or shine, no refunds, and you must register on or before April 15th to guarantee your shirt on race day.

Cost is $20 for an individual, $30 for 2 adults (over 18 of the same household) or $50 per family – includes 2 adults of the same household and up to 4 kids under age 18. Register on-line on the Parks & Recreation website.

Proceeds from Bark & Rec and the Run FUR Fun benefit the Owatonna Park & Rec Youth Scholarship Fund, and the Steele County Humane

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What do you love about your Owatonna Parks and Trails?

Submit your favorite photo for your chance to win a $25 or $10 gift card and be featured in the 2017 Owatonna Parks and Recreation calendar!

3rd Annual Bark & Rec Saturday, April 23rd – 9am-1pm - Attendance FREE Treats, groomers, vets, and other doggie stuff…all under one WOOF! A partnership with the Steele County Humane Society, join us for this Bark & Rec event. Bring your pooch with you to check out area vendors!

All dogs in attendance must have rabies tags or proof of vaccinations and be on a leash.

We will have doggie demonstrations and doggie bags to give away!

Don’t have a dog? There will be dogs ready for adoption!

Vendors with pet products and pet-related businesses are invited to purchase a booth for $25.

Reservations will be taken by phone or in person at the Parks & Recreation Office.

CALENDAR PHOTO CONTEST

Vendors Wanted!

Submit your photo by email to: Jessica.Abrahams@ci.owatonna.mn.us or mail photos to: 540 West Hills Circle, Owatonna, Attn: Jessica Photos must be submitted by November 18, 2016 and must include Photographer’s name and phone number.

The cover photo winner will receive a $25 Owatonna Park and Rec gift card, monthly photo winners will receive a $10 gift card and all winners will receive a free calendar.

By submitting, you agree that you have taken the photo submitted.

Submitted photos may be used at the discretion of the Owatonna Parks & Recreation, including and not limited to websites, social media outlets, print and online publications, etc.

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Youth with Disabilities

Watch for information in our Saturday article in the People’s Press and our Youth with disabilities or health concerns are encouraged to participate website for time and location for this late spring/early summer event. 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 Refund/Cancellation Policy regarding the child’s needs prior to their first meeting.

The full policy can be found on the Parks and Recreation website.

General Terms: A $10 administration fee is applied to all refunds (except when cancelled Volunteer Coaches Needed The Parks and Recreation Department uses volunteer coaches for many

by Parks & Rec). If an activity is cancelled by Parks & Rec prior to its youth programs. Volunteer coaches play an important role in the youth completion, refunds are prorated. Refunds due to cancellation by Parks sports experience. Volunteers are trained in our philosophy of youth & Rec will be automatic. All other refunds must be requested by the sports, first aid, concussions and how to teach skills for their sport. All purchaser. Refunds are issued after City Council approval, except when credit is applied on customer’s account (when applicable). Registrations volunteers must complete a background check each year. and memberships are not transferrable once a program starts.

Programs, Classes, Player Fees: No refunds are given after the program starts, except when due to injury ….ANY physical activity is beneficial for your or illness. Refunds are prorated, not to exceed 50% of the registration fee. health! Your Parks & Recreation Department Trips: offers programs year round for people of all ages No refund is given after the registration deadline, unless the spot can be and abilities! If you want to do things on your filled by a waiting list or if there is no waiting list, a replacement is found own check out our 17.5 miles of trails for your by the participant. outdoor enjoyment!

Memberships: No refund is given except when due to illness, injury or moving from the area. Refunds are prorated, not to exceed 50% of the membership fee.

(Seasonal memberships – no refund is allowed after July 1st.)

Pavilions/Facilities: Facility rental refunds are given when 30 days advance notice is given.

Damage deposit refunds are given regardless of notice. River Springs American National Insurance Co. only: If the facility closes due to weather, a new reservation date can be requested, or a refund will be issued. For reservations made less than two weeks in advance of the date, only half of the deposit is refunded.

Rain Checks: Rain checks are issued upon request when Parks & Recreation closes a facility.

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Cost: Early Bird Fee - $46, after March 10 - $56 Program Dates: Start Week of April 11th at the Four Seasons Centre, Ends June 4th (make up June 11th).

Coaches Meeting: April 4th 5:30 pm at Four Seasons Centre, in upstairs room.

(Coaches will call players before their first practice) Coaches Y-License Training: Tentative date April 9th from 10 am to 2 pm at Willow Creek School.

Boys and girls age 5 (by August 31) through 6th grade learn basic skills in a fun, inclusive, social setting.

Players are divided into separate boys and girls divisions: - 5 year olds and Kindergarten - 1st and 2nd grades - 3rd and 4th grades - 5th and 6th grades Groups are coached by volunteers and practices are held according to their schedule. Practices and scrimmages are held weekday evenings and Saturday mornings at Lincoln Soccer Complex.

Required equipment: shin guards and athletic shoes. (Park and Recreation does have a limited supply available to loan. They are available at the office starting February 29th.

and the Huskies Fastpitch Club (HFC) provides developmental, skill based fastpitch softball programs.

Huskies Fastpitch & Park and Rec League – Level 1 - Grades 2 & 3 (Grade just finished) This is an in-house Park and Rec program where all teams are split as equally as possible and consist of players in 2nd and 3rd grades.

Emphasis is on participation and development of fundamental softball skills Player pitching with coach assist and pitching machine Registration is February 26th from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at Senior Place.

Each participant receives a uniform consisting of shirt, shorts, and socks.

Sizes needed at time of registration.

Evaluations will be March 19th at Willow Creek School. See owatonnafastpitch.com for times.

Tuesday and Thursday practices and games. Coaches will notify players late May regarding the first practice.

Fee: $50.00 payable to Park and Rec TRAVELING LEAGUE TEAM(S) U10 A competitive travel program for 3rd (based on successful evaluation) 4th and 5th graders (Born in 2004-2006).

Registration is February 26th from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at Senior Place Each participant receives a jersey. Black pants and socks supplied by player. Sizes needed at time of registration.

Evaluations will be conducted on March 15 and 17 at Willow Creek

Elk’s Soccer Shootout is May 21st, 8:30am -1:30pm by the Lincoln Soccer Pavilion. Make-up date is June 4th.

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EARLY SUMMER BALL PROGRAMS T-Ball & Squirts First exposure to the game of baseball and softball, geared for boys and girls. T-Ball is for those entering Kindergarten or 1st grade in the fall.

Squirts is for those entering 1st grade (if they’ve had one year of T-ball), or 2nd grade. The program emphasizes skill and social development; scrimmages will be played.

Cost: Early Bird Fee: $37, after May 5th - $47 Locations: Brown, Jaycee, or Manthey/Willow Creek Park Fields Program Dates: Starts the week of June 6th, ends 1st week in August Times: Evening at varied times - 5:30, 6:30 or 7:30pm Days: T-ball plays Mondays, Squirts plays Tuesdays Coaches meeting: June 1st at 7pm, City Administration Building Lower Level Meeting Room Huskies Fastpitch Club (HFC) and Parks and Recreation Softball A partnership between the Park and Recreation

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School. See owatonnafastpitch.com for times.

Games are Wednesdays and one or more practices per week. Coaches will notify player’s mid-May regarding the first practice.

Fees: $175.00 registration fee, a separate $50.00 fundraiser fee and separate $75.00 work deposit check (returned if family works required hours).

All checks payable to HFC. Each team will participate in two tournaments (does not include state tournament) TRAVELING LEAGUE TEAM(S) U12 AND U14 A competitive travel program divided into U12 (born in 2003-2004) and U14 (born in 2001-2002) Registration February 26th from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at Senior Place Each participant receives a jersey. Black pants and socks supplied by player. Sizes needed at time of registration.

Evaluations will be conducted on March 15 and 17 at Willow Creek School. See owatonnafastpitch.com for times.

Teams will play in the MMFL league (Tri-County).

Games begin mid to late May and coaches will notify players in late April regarding the first practice.

Games are typically held twice per week with practices scheduled by the coach.

Fees: $275.00 registration fee, a separate $50.00 fundraiser fee and a separate $75.00 work deposit check (returned if family works required hours). All checks payable to HFC. Each team will participate in 3 tournaments plus state tournament (subject to team qualification). NOTE: state tournament gate fees are not included in player registration fee.

LEAGUE TEAM(S) U16 A competitive travel program for girls born in 1999-2000. Note: due to the number of age eligible players, there will be no U18 team in 2016.

Registration is February 26th from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. at Senior Place.

Each participant receives a jersey and pants. Sizes needed at time of registration.

Evaluations will be conducted during the High School Fastpitch Softball season.

Teams will play in the MMFL league (Tri-County).

Games begin early June and coaches will notify players in late May regarding the first practice.

Games are typically held twice per week with practices scheduled by the coach.

Fees: $295.00 registration fee, a separate $50.00 fundraiser fee and a separate $75.00 work deposit check (returned if family works required hours). All checks payable to HFC. Each team will participate in up to 3 tournaments plus state tournament (subject to team qualification). NOTE: state tournament gate fees are not included in player registration fee.

General Information: U10, U12, U14, and U16 batting helmets will be provided. However, for sanitary reasons it is encouraged players provide their own batting helmet

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(black – unless they already have one).

All U10, U12, U14 and U16 players will be guaranteed placement on a team if registered by the March 11th deadline. Any registrations received after March 11 will be placed on a team if there is space available in that specific age roster. All Level 1 players will be placed on team.

Final game days subject to change based on number of teams and team makeups.

See HFC website, www.owatonnafastpitch.com or Park and Rec website for additional information.

Little League Baseball Registration for 2016 season opens on Friday, February 26th from 4:00 - 6:30 PM at SENIORPLACE located at 502 Dunnell Drive in the West Hills Complex (SW of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation office). Late registrations can be taken to Owatonna Parks and Recreation. Scholarships are available through the Owatonna Youth Scholarship Fund.

Level 1 (Current 2nd and 3rd Grade Players) Pitching machine league with emphasis on participation and development of fundamental baseball skills. All participants receive a full uniform (pants, socks, belt, and jersey) with a Major League Baseball hat.

Cost: $40* payable to Owatonna Parks and Recreation at registration ($50 after March 11) and a $25 check payable to HBC for the Taco Johns Fund Raiser. Final deadline to register is May 18th.

Evaluations: April 9th at OJHS. 2nd Grade: 9:15 am / 3rd Grade: 11:00 am Kick off/meet your coach: May 31st at Four Seasons - 6:00pm Practice/Games: • Current 2nd graders – Mondays and Wednesdays (Starting in early June – Ending in late July) • Current 3rd graders – Tuesdays and Thursdays (Starting in early June – Ending in late July)

Level 2 (Current 4th and 5th Grade (in-house) Players) ***For 5th grade Traveling Baseball, see “U11 Traveling Baseball” section.

Player pitch leagues intended to continue the development of fundamentals and skills of the game. All participants receive a full uniform (pants, socks, belt, and jersey) with a Major League Baseball hat.

Please NOTE: The Huskies Bullpen Club is encouraging ALL 5th grade athletes to play U11 TRAVELING BASEBALL to further skill development through more practices and tournament play.

Cost: $60* payable to Owatonna Parks and Recreation at registration ($70 after March 11th) and a $25 check payable to the HBC for the Taco Johns Fund Raiser. Final deadline to register is May 18th.

Evaluations: April 9th at OJHS. 4th grade: 12:30 pm / 5th grade: 1:45 PM Kick off/meet your coach: May 31st at Four Seasons - 6:00 PM Practice/Games: Mondays and Wednesdays (Starting in early June – Ending in late July) New for 2016: The Huskies Bullpen Club will be hosting an end of

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the year weekend tournament for all 4th/5th grade in-house teams in late July. We plan to invite some other local communities (U10 teams) to participate in this tourney. We look for this to be a fun experience for these teams as they prepare for traveling baseball. *With the help of a Minnesota Twins Grant, the Huskies Bullpen Club is able to offer a discount on all Little League player fees for the 2016 season. All fees are reduced by $15 for the 2016 season. The purpose of the grant is to help promote participation in our youth baseball program.

Huskies Bullpen Club U11 TRAVELING BASEBALL - Recommended FOR ALL 5TH GRADERS. Registration for 2016 season opens on Friday, February 26th from 4:00 6:30 PM at THE SENIOR PLACE located at 502 Dunnell Drive in the West Hills Complex (SW of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation office).

Late registrations can be taken to Owatonna Park and Recreation.

Cost: $195 for player fee + $25 Taco John’s Fund Raiser for a total of $220. A $100 check is also needed as a workers deposit for your commitment to working the concession stand. This check is only cashed if you DO NOT fulfill your requirement of working the concession stand.

Evaluations: April 9 at 1:45 PM. Place: OJHS Practices: Each team will practice a total of 3X every two weeks.

Practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Games: An in-city game will be played every other week during the weekday.

Tournaments: A total of 4 tournaments will be played in the months of May and June.

State Tournament Play: A U11 team must qualify to play in a state tournament. All state tournaments will be played the 2nd or 3rd weekend in July pending the team’s qualification.

All 5th graders that meet age qualification (must not reach age 12 before May 1) may register for U11 travel team(s). U11participants in 5th grade will receive a uniform (2 dry fit jerseys, pants, socks, belt) with a Minor League Baseball hat.

Players will be divided up into even teams that will compete in 4 tournaments and a possible state tournament as well. The number of U11 teams will be determined based on the number of registered players. The goal of U11 is to introduce a travel and tournament baseball experience for 5th grade players.

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U11 Traveling Baseball Players will not play in our traditional in-house league.

Our focus is for increased practice time that will drive skill development.

Our goal is to provide consistency. Players will play on one team throughout the entire summer. In year’s past, our U11 travelers played on two separate teams, which led to a number of difficulties.

We are playing in a total of 4 state qualifying tournaments in the hopes of prolonging our baseball season into July. If a team is to qualify, they will play in their first state tournament the weekend of July 10 - 13.

Another primary goal is to advance our pitching depth and development. This has been an area of improvement over the past several years and we believe this new system will further our skills on the mound. Arm care will continue to be a cornerstone to Owatonna Baseball. We will continue to follow national guidelines that protect our youth baseball players.

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MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL - 2016 Registration for the season opens on Friday, February 26th from 4:00 6:30 PM at The Senior Place located at 502 Dunnel Drive in the West Hill Complex. (SW of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation office). Late registrations are not guaranteed placement and will be charged a late fee if accepted. Late registrations can be taken to Owatonna Park and Recreation.

U12 - U15 Cost: $300 for player fee + $50 Taco John’s Fund Raiser for a total of $350. Checks can be made payable to the Huskies Bullpen Club.

A $100 check is also needed as a workers deposit for your commitment to working the concession stand. This check is only cashed if you DO NOT fulfill your requirement of working the concession stand.

Kick off/meet your coach: Sunday, May 1 at Dartt’s Park - 5:00 p.m. start.

Form can be found online.

Practice/Games: Beginning in May Evaluations: Sunday, April 10 at the Owatonna Junior High School - U12 (Current 6th graders) from 1:00 - 3:00 pm - U13(Current 7th graders) from 3:00 - 5:00 pm - U14 (Current 8th graders) from 5:00 - 7:00 pm - U15 will be determined at the end of the high school season All evaluations will occur at the Owatonna Junior High School. They will be followed by a team selection meeting. Parent meetings for all ages and teams will be held the first week of May to officially kick off the Minor League season.

We will be participating in Metro Baseball. All teams will also compete in home and away tournaments throughout the summer months.

Remember to check the website for additional information!

Park and Recreation Girls Grades 2-4 Lacrosse-The Game and the Skills Dates: Mondays and Wednesday from April 25th through May 25th Time: 5:15 to 6:45 Where: Willow Creek Intermediate School Cost: $25 What: Girls (and their parents) grades 2 through 4 will learn the sport of lacrosse.

Sticks (crosses) and goggles will be provided to players if needed. Mouth guards and appropriate shoes are required to be furnished by the players.

NO PLAYER WILL BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IF THEY ARE MISSING THEIR MOUTHGUARD. This is an entry level lacrosse skills and game clinic that will concentrate on learning and building the skills needed to play lacrosse. Each night will concentrate on building a new skill and refreshing those learned before.

• Passing • Catching • Ground Balls • Defense • Offence • Transition

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We are planning that one of the final weeks will include at least 1 real game scrimmage with an out of town team. Some travel (provided by the parents) will be required for this scrimmage.

Each Mondays’ session will have a 15 minute review of the game of lacrosse from 6:30 until 6:45. It is highly recommended that Parents are present at this review as this is targeted to help with their understanding of the game.

Coaching and equipment is provided by the Owatonna Lacrosse Association

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{Additional Hours may be available during school breaks} Not available: May 30, July 4, September 5

Intro to Competitive Swimming

Into to competitive swimming is for those ages 8-12 who have completed level 3 of the Red Cross lessons or higher. Cost for the program is $40. Dates include: March 3, 4 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, April 4, 7, 8, 11, 15, 18, 21, 22, May 2, 5, 6. Times are 6:45- 7:30 PM.

Competitive Swim Training Owatonna Lacrosse Association The Competitive Swim Training is for those ages 8 and up who have Lacrosse Registration Night for Lacrosse parents and players: completed level 5 of the Red Cross lessons or higher. Cost for the Girl’s Lacrosse Club level for girls grades 5-8 Monday, February 22 – Small Group Forum at OHS 7:00pm Contact: Steve Malueg (507) 475-1998 or stevemalueg@yahoo.com Boy’s Lacrosse Club level boys U9, U11, U13 &U15 Monday, February 22 – Small Group Forum at OHS U9 &U11 @ 6 pm and U13 & U15 @ 6:30pm.

Contact: Anne Cummins (507) 456-9766 or lcummins@q.com All players must complete registration forms on-line at http://www. owatonnagirlslacrosse.com or www.owatonnaboyslacrosse.com PRIOR to registration night.

Parents and players must attend the informational meetings at the above times prior to completing the registration process.

program is $50. Dates include: March 3, 4, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, April 4, 7, 8, 11, 15, 18, 21, 22, May 2, 5, 6. Times are 6:45-8:15 PM. Register on line at www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation or by calling Park and Recreation offices at 444-4321. ….drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury related death among children ages 14 and under. Owatonna Parks & Recreation offers swimming lessons starting as young as 18 months! Check out our group or private lessons today!

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What level is my child?

Parent & Child Aquatics – child must be at least 18 months old, parent 3 Annual Spring Tournament Tournament to be held in May 2016 – more details to come. See below is in the water.

Pre-School Aquatics – child must be at least 3 years old, parent is in the contacts for more information water.

Youth and Adult Divisions Fee Per Player: $25 adult division; $10 youth division; additional $5 per Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills helps students feel comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely. player if in 2 divisions Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills gives students success with Contact: Connie Markell (woohoosista7@hotmail.com) or Renae Jeno fundamental skills. (drjeno@isei.co) Level 3 – Stroke Development builds on the skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper waters.

Level 4 – Stroke Improvement develops confidence in the strokes learned and improves other aquatic skills.

Junior High Pool - Early Morning Lap Swim

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AQUATICS

Cost: $2 per person per session or 20 punch pass available for $30 Dates: Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, 6:00-7:15am.

Not available: March 25, 28, 30, April 1, May 30 and when Owatonna schools are closed or have a 2 hour late start due to inclement weather.

Last day is June 8 and will begin again September 7, 2016. Lap swim will be offered at River Springs Water Park beginning June 8.

West Hills Pool Open Swim

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Level 5 – Stroke Refinement provides further coordination and refinement of strokes.

Level 6 – Swimming and Skill Proficiency refines strokes so students swim with ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances.

presenting a receipt from a certification class is eligible if the class was taken within the past 2 years with Owatonna Parks & Recreation or taken within the past year with another organization. Contact us for more information.

Lifeguard Training Classes:

Group Swim Lessons

(Registration for Lifeguard classes available now) Pre-requisites: • Swim 300 yards continuously performing front crawl and breaststroke • 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 hands on the chest.

• Must be 15 at the time class ends.

• You must attend all classes to pass.

• No refund will be issued if you do not pass.

Lifeguard Training: March 22 and March 29-April 2 Fee: $175 Pre-Requisites Pre Test: March 22 – 3:00-4:00pm Class meeting times: March 29 – 3:00-8:00pm, March 30 – 3:00-8:00pm, March 31 – 3:00-8:00pm, April 1 – 3:00-8:00pm, April 2 – 7:30am2:00pm Lifeguard Training: April 19 and April 25-April 29 Fee $175 Pre-Requisites Pre Test: April 19 – 3:00-4:00pm Class meeting times: April 25 – 3:00-8:00pm, April 26 – 3:00-8:00pm, April 27 – 3:00pm-8:30pm, April 28 – 3:00-8:30pm, April 29 – 3:008:30pm

Water Safety Instructor Classes (Swimming Lesson Instructor): (Registration for WSI classes available now) Pre-requisites: • Must be 16 at time class begins.

• You must attend all classes to pass.

• No refund will be issued if you do not pass.

Water Safety Instructor Training: March 1- March 12 (varying dates—see below schedule) Fee $225 Class meeting times: March 1 – 3:00-8:00pm, March 4 – 3:00-7:30pm, March 8 – 3:00-7:30pm, March 11 – 3:00-7:30pm; March 12 – 7:30am1:00pm Interested in becoming a WSI or have you recently taken your WSI certification class? Owatonna Parks and Recreation and Owatonna Community Education are offering up to $200 if you become American Red Cross WSI certified. Instructors may be reimbursed up to $100 per organization. For each class you teach, instructors may be reimbursed $5 per class up to $20 per season per organization. Any instructor

Cost: $40 for group lessons Tuesday Night Classes: Meets March 22-May 24 (no class March 29) 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 March 24–May 26 (no class March 31) West Hills Pool Level 2 5:00-5:50pm Pre-School 5:55-6:25pm Parent & Child 6:25-6:55pm Level 1 7:00-7:30pm Level 2 7:35-8:25pm Saturday Morning Classes: Meets March 19–June 4 (no class March 26, April 2 or May 28) 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

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 5:00 pm Sundays 4:00pm Sundays 4:30pm Sundays 5:00 pm

April 4-May 2 April 4-May 2 April 8-May 6 April 8-May 6 April 8-May 6 April 10-May 8 April 10-May 8 April 10-May 8

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Session 2 Sunday/Monday 4:00pm/6:00pm Sunday/Monday 4:30pm/6:30pm Friday 4:00pm Friday 4:30pm Friday 5:00pm

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Adapted Groups May 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 May 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 May 13-June 10 May 13-June 10 May 13-June 10

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION PROGRAM

Teen Club This activity group is designed for ages 14-22 years, who have developmental disabilities and would benefit from social interaction and a place to meet friends. Activities include structured crafts, games, local trips/tours, and attending OHS events as a group.

• Meets weekly, Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm at Senior Place, location may vary with activity

Night Club This social group is designed for adults 22 years and older, who have developmental disabilities and mental health issues. This group is an Our recreation program offers a variety of leisure options for youth and extension of Teen Club and functions similarly. Activities are more adults with disabilities. age appropriate for adults, as we encourage the independent pursuit of We provide an adaptive leisure interest, whenever possible. Night Club is a place to establish and format as well as opportunities for inclusion. cultivate friendships through recreation.

• Meets weekly, Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm, locations include Senior Our policy within the Place and other sites Therapeutic Recreation • Transportation provided to members in city limits for a minimal program is to plan for the fee, riders must call Owatonna Bus Company for pick up. person first, the disability second, and to encourage the independent pursuit of personal leisure interests.

Our goal is to make recreation/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.

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, enrolled in the Night Club program.

•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 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 this program provides all children registered to participate with an equal advantage. Adaptive equipment, program modifications and other accommodations may be used to assist the individual as needed. Individualized consultation with parents and coordination with the coach/instructor help 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-toone assistance is provided when possible. When enrolling your child in sports and other programs, please let staff know of medical conditions or other special needs. Information shared with a coach or instructor is confidential.

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LIFE LIFE (Leisure Is for Everyone) is a leisure education program designed for individuals with disabilities, starting at age 20. 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 4:00-5:30pm, locations include Senior Place and other sites • Personal planner is required, planning sessions held every 6 weeks 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

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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. A south side accessible entrance is available. If your child needs further 1:1 assistance, we ask you to provide a volunteer. Class limit is 8.

Dates: Tuesdays, April 5 – May 31st Time: 6:00-7:00pm Location: West Hills Pool Cost: $40.00

TOP Soccer The Owatonna Soccer Association is again sponsoring a TOPSoccer program for individuals who are 8 years old and older who have physical or mental disabilities. The individuals are placed on teams appropriate for their ability, comfort level and size and there are junior teams for players 8 to 12 years old. Games/events are held at 6 pm on certain Sunday evenings from May through August 14, 2016. Practices will be held approximately 15th Annual Spring Bowling Tournament once a week at Willow Creek and will start later in April. The cost to This tournament is open to all bowlers from our fall and winter league register a player is only $25 and each player will be provided a uniform, teams. Includes a catered dinner and awards program. shin guards and a soccer ball free of charge. 18 players participated in the • Monday April 25, 4:30-6:30pm first Owatonna TOPSoccer program in 2015 and we are hoping to increase • SPARETIME Entertainment the number of players this year.

• Sign up during league April 4, 11, and 18.

An informational meeting will be held on March 24, 2016 from 7 to 8 pm at SeniorPlace. Anyone who is interested in registering their child for Kid’s Leisure Swim our TOPSoccer program should attend the meeting and/or contact Dave This class is designed for ages 6-16 who have disabilities. The instructor is Furness at 507/456-6889 or at davekfurness@gmail.com for information a qualified water safety instructor and experienced in making adaptations about our program. for the swimmer with special needs. If a WSI is unavailable, lifeguard staff will conduct a leisure swim session using games and water activities

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A great golf destination to play, relax & enjoy!

Introducing…

1369 Cherry Street (507) 444-2467 (alternate phone (507)676-4227) One of the finest municipal golf courses in Southern Minnesota, The 18-hole, 6684 yard championship course is located in NE Owatonna near the entrance of Mineral Springs Park.

The course is open from March-November as weather permits.

Clubhouse and Pro Shop hours are subject to change based on weather, league and tournament play. Masters Bar and Grille may be open later.

March 15-31 (M-F only) April May June, July & August September October

9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.

8:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.

8:00a.m. – 9:00p.m.

6:30a.m. – 9:30p.m.

8:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.

9:00a.m. – 7:00p.m.

Season passes may be purchased in-person any time at the Parks and Recreation Office, 540 West Hills Circle. Monthly payment plans (withdrawn on the 15th of the month) may be set up for any number of months, as long as the membership is paid in full by September 1st.

Getting regular daytime exercise helps you fall asleep and sleep plays a critical role in immune function and metabolism. Join Brooktree Golf Course and get exercise and fresh air every day!

Brooktree Golf Course would like to welcome Tim Cockram and Masters Bar and Grille at Brooktree, as the food & beverage contractor for the 2016 season.

A little about Chef Tim Cockram Chef Cockram attended Le Cordon Bleu in Mendota Heights, MN. After graduation in 2002, he became the head chef at the Oaks supper club in Hayfield, MN, where he created recipes, honed his culinary skills, served creative buffets, and developed his leadership style with his kitchen staff.

In 2004, Chef Tim accepted a larger challenge at the Owatonna Country Club. After two years he was promoted to Executive Chef/Director of Food and Beverage Operations. He showcased his many talents and creativity through customized menus, homemade recipes, pairings and broadening the epicurean experience of the members.

After eight years, Chef Cockram made the move to Sodexo positioned as the Executive Chef at the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center for Mayo Clinic employees where he managed two cafes planning tasteful meals within the parameters of low-calorie, low-fat yet delicious. He also taught multiple cooking classes weekly across campus showcasing healthy cooking techniques, trends, special projects and recipe development.

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Tim is active in the American Culinary Foundation, earning his Certified Executive Chef credentials in early 2014. He also serves at the Director of Culinary Scholarships for the Drew Woodwick Scholarship Foundation.

We’re excited about the NEW Master’s Bar & Grille featuring: · Great Atmosphere · Serving Lunch & Dinner · Featuring Local Fresh and Affordable Food · Full Service Bar with Specialty Cocktails · Regional Taps & Bottled Beer · Wine Menu · Golf Outing Packages Check out our Facebook page for updates & Specials!

With this change, there are a few changes golfers should be aware of that are a bit different than in the past.

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Food & beverage staff including beverage cart staff (wearing Masters Bar and Grille name tags) are not city employees and may be tipped as customary.

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The liquor license belongs to the contractor (NOT the city) and liquor and “strong” beer will be served.

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Menu considerations for tournaments and special events are negotiated directly with Masters Bar and Grille

2016 Season Passes

All rates INCLUDE tax, surcharge and BGA fees where applicable.

Adult Single - $553.97 full season, age 26-54 as of 3/15/16 Senior Single - $513.05 full season, age 55 or older as of 3/15/16 Senior Couple - $707.59 full season, two seniors residing in the same household, both ages 55 or older as of 3/15/16 Family Combo - $739.66 full season, immediate family members living in the same household. Maximum of 2 adults. Children under age 18 as of 3/15/16 Young Adult - $377.02 full season, age 18-25 as of 3/15/16 Junior - $211.12 full season, ages 10-17 as of 3/15/16 Reciprocals: In 2015, we introduced reciprocals at Hayfield and New Richland golf courses, Brooktree members were able to golf 18 holes at those courses, twice, for the cost of a half-cart. In 2016, we will maintain our reciprocity with The Oaks in Hayfield and Riverview in New Richland. New this year to the program is Dodge Country Club. Others may be added prior to the season. Members - be sure to ask for your reciprocal card after the course opens!

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SPECIAL

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Season Pass Special – purchase your 2016 season pass by April 1st & get a power cart punch card good for five, 9-hole rounds.

(Not available with payment plans.)

Other Fees (includes sales tax): Golf Club Rental - $8 MGA Handicap - $30/season Pull Cart Rental - $2 Trail fee for personal cart - $375/season Club Storage - $40/season Senior Trail Fee for personal cart - $315/season Daily Rates (includes sales tax & surcharge) Monday through Friday 9 hole green fees $16 18 hole green fees $26 Weekends & Holidays 9 hole green fees $20 18 hole green fees $31 Power Cart Rental 9 holes, per person $9 18 holes, per person $14 Senior Special (M-F) 9 holes with cart $20 18 holes with cart $30 Punch Cards* (includes sales tax & surcharge) Green Fee Punch Cards: Aerial view of top nine Five - 9 hole rounds - $80.50 Ten – 9 hole rounds - $149 Twenty – 9 hole rounds - $278 Five – 18 hole rounds - $134 Ten – 18 hole rounds - $237 Power Cart Punch Cards: Ten – 9 hole rounds - $65 Twenty – 9 hole rounds - $115 Ten – 18 hole rounds - $105 Twenty – 18 hole rounds - $150 *18 hole punch cards may only be used for 18 hole rounds. (Not two people playing 9 holes each.) * Power cart punch card prices are per person, not per cart. * 2015 punch cards will be honored until June 1st, 2016.

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Aerial view of top nine Brooktree Golf Association – Annual Meeting All season pass holders are welcome! Get a peek at what the 2016 season has in store. Prizes are given away too!

Tuesday, April 12th at 6 p.m. at the Brooktree Clubhouse League Meeting All current & prospective league members are welcome to attend.

Discussion will include new handicap and league software program.

Monday, March 14th at 5:30 p.m. at the Brooktree Clubhouse League Team Registration Deadline: April 1st $125 or as otherwise determined by your league, payable to your league.

League Player Fees due: April 15th All players and substitutes $20 per person (regardless of how many times you sub). All players on the roster must have their player fee paid before the team is allowed to participate in league.

Outings & Tournaments Let Brooktree host your next company outing or your charity tournament – 12 golfer minimum, 144 maximum – call for availability, packages and pricing.

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Aerial view of bottom nine

NEW !

EVENTS

2016 Special Events Dates & some fees to be determined. Look for more details on the website & Brooktree Facebook page…

Wine, Women & Golf – for the very beginner or non-golfer. Golf three holes with no pressure and no scores, just a little introduction to rules & etiquette. A threesome of beginners will be paired with a female golfer. No lessons, just fun! Then, enjoy a glass of wine after your round.

Caddyshack Tournament - 9-hole tournament just for fun! 2-person scramble, costume contest, gopher hunt and mandatory rain delays! Food & drink specials and fun 80’s prizes!

Tin Cup Night – 9-holes & a cart is just $15 per person. Then kick back at dark on the patio and watch Tin Cup and enjoy food & drink specials!

Daddy & Me or Mommy & Me – for the VERY beginner, ages 3-6 and a parent. When hitting around the yard is getting boring and your child wants to play “real” golf. We’ll golf three holes, bring your own plastic clubs. Slight intro to etiquette, no scores, no pressure, and price includes 2 hot dogs and small pops when you’re done!

Friday Fun Nights – for couples. Enjoy a “play of the day” event, along with food & drink specials available after your round!

Look for other fun events coming this summer!

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ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Slow-pitch Softball Men’s League The Owatonna Park and Recreation Department in cooperation with the Team Fee: $380 Owatonna Slow Pitch Softball Association offers organized leagues in (American Men’s, Women’s and Co-Rec softball. Games are played from early May League), $325 through late August at the Fairgrounds softball complex. (other leagues) • Registration materials are available at the Parks and Tentative Recreation Office and online.

Nights of Play: • Individuals wishing to find a team should call 507-444-4321 American to be put on a list. & Stripes – • Team registration deadline is Wednesday, March 16 at Wednesdays 4:30 pm. (starting May • Mandatory Managers Meeting/Annual Softball Association Meeting is April 25 at 6pm at TBD Location, schedules will 4) , Steele & Stars (Starting May 2) – Mondays and some Thursdays, Four Diamond & Straight River – Thursdays and some Tuesdays(starting be available and player’s fees can be paid that evening.

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Men’s American League plays 24 games and includes double headers on most nights, other men’s leagues play 20 games with double headers many nights. Men’s fees include End of Year Tournament fee. If you do not wish to play in the post-season tournament, you must request a refund from the Owatonna Softball Association by July 1st.

Player Fees Player fees are due before the first night of play. Checks are payable to Owatonna Parks & Recreation. All fees include tax and a Softball Association fee for field improvements. ($10 for women/co-rec and $15 for men).

Women’s League Team Fee: $195 Night of Play: Thursday (Starting May 12) Women’s teams play 12 games during the season. Recreational women’s teams may choose to play with the co-rec league’s bottom league, that league is allowed to have as many women on the team and field as they want.

Men’s League $45 for Owatonna and Steele County residents, $55 for outside Steele County Women’s League $40 for Owatonna and Steele County residents, $55 for outside Steele County Co-Rec League $40 for Owatonna and Steele County residents, $55 for outside Steele County

Co-Rec League Team Fee: $195 Night of Play: Tuesday (starting May 10) The unique rules governing Co-Rec Softball help the sport remain recreational. Co-Rec plays a total of 12 games. The bottom league is recreational and teams can play games with as many women as they want.

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Days: Mondays & Cost: $1 per class Thursdays Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 9:30-10:30am Time: 9:30am Location: SeniorPlace Location: SeniorPlace Yoga Zumba® Gold Yoga is a series of postures and Designed for the active, older adult, the true beginner, or people who stretches in combination with are not used to exercising or may be limited physically. Instructor: Char breathing to develop flexibility and Roetman. relaxation. Proper alignment of the Cost: $4.50 SP members, $5.50 non-members body will bring balance, strength, Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays and calmness to the participant.

Time: 3:45-4:30pm Cost: - 12 Class Punch Location: SeniorPlace card: $60.00 SP members/$72 non-members - 6 Class Punch card: $33 SP members/$39 non-members Pilates - Individual classes: $6 SP members/$7 non-members Pilates is a proven gentle total body workout which strengthens deep Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays back muscles, abdominals, upper and lower body as well as improving Time: 10:30-11:30am flexibility. This is a very beginner class. Exercises are balanced with Location: SeniorPlace stretches throughout. Class will leave you refreshed and relaxed. Clean

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WEST HILLS TENNIS AND FITNESS CENTER Phone number 444-4290 West Hills Tennis & Fitness, located at 502 Dunnell Drive, has amenities that include 6 indoor tennis courts, pool, sauna, walking track, basketball court, locker rooms with showers, a weight and cardio room that includes a full line of Cybex machines, dumbbells, free weights, elliptical machines, StairMasters, stationary bikes, Arc Trainers, and treadmills.

Combination Monthly

Yearly

Yearly ACH

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: March - The Luck of the Draw- Each day pass purchased enters the guest into a drawing to win a free monthly membership.

April - Spring into Action- Purchase a monthly membership and get entered into a drawing for free monthly membership of equal or No Annual Contracts Required! Pick your length of membership or drop lesser value. in as your schedule permits for a daily fee. Check to see if your company May – Water Aerobic Drawing - Purchase a Water Aerobics session and provides a discount, if not, check with us about getting one set up. get entered into a drawing for a FREE future month session of equal or lesser value.

We participate with several health insurance providers to help you stay fit.

We’ve partnered with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Minnesota, UCare, Health Facility Hours: Partners, South Country Health Alliance and Preferred One to offer those Tennis Center, Weight & Cardio Rooms, Track, Sauna, Basketball with coverage special fitness programs.

Court Monday-Thursday 6:00am-9:30pm Membership Rates Friday 6:00am-7:00pm (tax not included) Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm Tennis Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm Monthly Yearly Yearly ACH Individual $36.00 $300.00 $30/Month Open Swim Hours Junior $20.00 $168.00 $17/Month Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00am-7:15am Couple $45.00 $378.00 $39/Month Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7:00pm-9:00pm Family $50.00 $420.00 $42/Month Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm **A Tennis membership includes open court time in the Tennis Center.

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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/showers.

Additional open swim hours may be available during school breaks, facility closed Easter 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 and/or room space. Contact us for more information.

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Water Aerobics (fee includes tax) March – April - May Classes Monday, Wednesday, Friday $30 per month Choose one: 7:30-8:25am or 8:30-9:25am or 9:30-10:25am Tuesday, Thursday $20 per month Choose one: 6:15-7:10am or 8:00-8:55am or 4:00-4:55pm Tuesday 10:15-11:15am $10 per month Thursday 10:15-11:15am $10 per month Monday, Wednesday 4:00-4:55pm $20 per month Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:00-5:55pm $30 per month Saturday 8:00-8:55am $10 per month Personal Trainer If you are in need of a Personal Trainer the Tennis & Fitness Center has just the person for you! Our facility trainer, Aaron Halla, has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education, NonTeaching (Exercise Science), an ACE Trainer Certification and over 5 years’ experience as a fitness trainer. Aaron is an Owatonna native and an OHS alumni. He has trained various levels of fitness from athletes, to beginners, to those with special needs. He has a flexible schedule, affordable training packages and will work with you to meet all your fitness and health needs.

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Session 6: April 4 – May 11, 2016 Cost: $30 Tennis & Fitness Member; $50 non-members, $10 per day drop in Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm Session 7: May 16 – June 29, 2016 Cost: $30 Tennis & Fitness Member; $50 non-members, $10 per day drop in Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm

OWATONNA PARKS & TRAILS Owatonna Parks & Trails City Parks

Brown, Buecksler, Cashman, Central, Crocus, Dartts, Falkland Meadows, Fremont, Gainey, Hammann, Hazel, Jaycee, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway, Kriesel, Kriesel’s Woods Park, Lake Mid-Morning Wake-up Workout Chase, Manthey, For those looking for a fast paced workout, this class is for you. You Maple Creek will work on your strength as well as short periods of cardiorespiratory Greenbelt, Mineral exercise. Alternating between strength and cardio exercises, there will be Springs, Morehouse, continuous movement throughout the class period. All muscle groups will North Bluff Park, Leo Rudolph Nature Reserve, River Springs be used allowing individuals to achieve a full body workout.

Water Park, Sommer’s Park, West Hills, Willow, and Steele Country Session 3: March 28 – May 4, 2016 Fairgrounds Park.

Cost: $30 Tennis & Fitness Member; $50 non-members, $10 per Hours: 6:00am until 11:00pm. day drop in Days: Monday and Wednesday Time: 10:00 - 11:00am

Hard Surface Trails

Buxton Trail, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway Trail, Cashman Crossing, and the Strength Circuit Training Muckle Trail. Maps are available at the Parks & Recreation office.

Lead by our Personal Trainer, this class will provide exercises that will Hours: Open 24 hours help you with fitness goals as well as daily activities. Your strength, balance and coordination will be enhanced with participation in this class.

Exercises will be adapted to your fitness level and abilities. …if you walk all the trails in Session 5: February 22 – March 30, 2016 Cost: $30 Tennis & Fitness Member; $50 non-members, $10 per Owatonna, even at a leisurely day drop in pace, you can burn more than 1500 Days: Mondays and Wednesdays calories, and spend quality time with Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm

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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 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.

• Trails are recreational. Cyclists and in-line skaters may not race or use excessive speed. Please report any misuse, vandalism, or maintenance problem to 507-444-4321 or 507-444-3800.

for soccer use.

Softball/baseball practice and golfing are NOT allowed on the fields.

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.

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.

Pavilion Reservations Reservations are 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.

Fat Bike Tire Trails There is now 6 miles of trails in Kaplan’s Woods for Fat Bike NEW! Tire trail riding. Follow the signs to trail routes & rules.

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Dog Park at Lake Chase Bring your pooch out to the Lake Chase Dog Park. Opened in July of 2014, this park has been a popular spot for dogs and their humans to socialize with others! Help keep our park in good shape, and remember to scoop your poop!

The park is located at 1915 State Avenue NW. 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.

Owatonna Soccer Complex Lincoln School is home to the complex, and has nine fields exclusively

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Career opportunities available. Apply online at www.cybexintl.com 507.455.0217 • 1975 24th Ave SW, Owatonna, MN 55060

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Pavilion Rental Policies 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 Parks and Recreation Department finds it necessary to cancel a pavilion reservation, a full refund will be given.

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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 on the day of the event.

Equipment Rental Owatonna Parks and Recreation is giving you the opportunity to rent a variety of recreational equipment year round. We’ve got equipment to fit Alcohol is allowed at all parks, except at Central Park, Cashman Park and your needs including; Baseball/Softball Gloves, Footballs, GPS Units, Picnic Packs, Fishing Rods, Backyard Games and NEW! bounce house Kaplan’s Wood Parkway, or Owatonna Soccer Complex. Glass containers are not allowed in any parks. Permits for large containers are required. rental! Some rental equipment may require a security deposit. Call our Permits are available at the Parks & Recreation office for $10 and an addi- office for more information! Please reserve in advance to ensure the tional damage deposit of $50. Minnesota Statue 340 regulates against the availability of the items you want. sale of alcoholic beverages.

Event and Special Use Permits Anything park use other than a private party rental will require an Garbage - Pavilion renters are reminded that they are responsible for event or special use permit to be completed. These uses would include picking up and disposing of all garbage that is created by users into gartournaments, fundraising events, Central Park stage, festivals, or any other bage cans provided or they could forfeit the damage deposit. event that requires additional assistance from park, street or other city crews; or a request to waive fees.

Chalet - No smoking is allowed in the Warsinski Chalet. Balloons are not allowed. Keys should be picked up one or two business days before

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SENIORPLACE SeniorPlace A division of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department, it is our vision that we become an indispensable asset to boomers, seniors and our community by offering programs and services that enable boomers and seniors to live healthy and meaningful lives in their own homes in their community.

Membership Owatonna SeniorPlace is a place for leisure and recreational pursuits for adults over 50 years of age. Our yearly memberships run from January through December. By becoming a member of the Owatonna SeniorPlace, you are provided with full access to the facility, full participation to any of the daily programs or activities, great discounts to all programs, trips and activities. Another benefit that you will gain by becoming a member, is being part of our partnership program. The SeniorPlace has partnered with various businesses in the Owatonna area. Many of those businesses have agreed to provide a discount for their goods or services to SeniorPlace members. Membership dues: $37.58 per person.

SeniorPlace members can access discounts at over 40 businesses in Owatonna with our Partnership Program. The savings earned using just a few of these deals equals the low cost of membership! Stop by to learn more about our partners and become a member for only $37.58.

PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BUSINESSES 43rd Street Pub & Grill Abraham Consulting Technologies Alexander Lumber Anytime Fitness Barber’s Exceptional Bella Vita Salon Brooktree Golf Course Cash Wise Floral Shoppe Central ParkCoffee Dairy Queen

Ecumen Brooks Countryside El Tequila Mexican Restaurant Owatonna Elwood Star Cleaners Famous Dave’s BBQ Farmer’s Feed & Pet Supply Fireside Coffee Beans Firestone Complete Auto Care Gillespie Beauty Salon Godfather’s Pizza

Facility SeniorPlace is located in the West Hills Complex, 500 Dunnell Drive Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.

Phone: 507-444-4280

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Dancing is a great mental exercise that keeps your mind young, quick and open. Swing on out to the Owatonna Elks Club on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for some fun entertainment.

Special Events Dancing at the Elks NEW in 2016 we will be dancing at the Elks on the second Tuesday of the month, from 1:00-4:30pm. Thanks to the Owatonna Elks Club and Diane Kath-Schoenfeld! This is a great time to socialize, dance and exercise!

Refreshments and snacks provided.

Schedule: April 12, May 10, June 14 Cost: $5.00 SP member, $6.00 non-member Trips Minnesota Transportation Museum: Wednesday, March 30 Join us for a tour of the Minnesota Transport Museum, the Jackson Street Roundhouse and the St. Paul Depot.

Travel through history with in-depth exhibits featuring NEW local and regional railway & bus history. Experience a genuine operating roundhouse turntable, one of the last of its kind in the country. We’ll stop for lunch at Joseph’s in St. Paul. Lunch will be on your own.

Register by March 18 Cost: $35 for SP Members or $45 for Non-Members Trip time: 10am – 2:30pm Bus Departs SP at 9:45am

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Chanhassen Dinner Theater – Beauty and the Beast: Wednesday, May 25 In Beauty and the Beast, a prince harshly turns a beggar woman away from shelter in his castle. She is secretly an enchantress, who, angered by the prince’s lack of compassion, changes the prince into a hideous Beast and all the castles’ human inhabitants into living objects. The enchantress tells the Beast that before the last petal falls from an enchanted rose, he must find true love or all will remain forever altered. The Beast is harsh at first, but eventually the two develop something deeper. Lunch is included with the trip cost.

Register by April 22 Cost: $72 SP Members or $82 Non-Members Depart from SP: 9:00AM - Lunch is served at 11:00AM - Show begins at 1:00PM

Mark Your Calendars!

SeniorPlace, Inc. Board Meetings: March 7 from 1:00-3:00pm, April 4 from 1:00-3:00pm, May 2 from 1:00-3:00pm

Speakers/Presentations Aging Mastery Program (AMP) The Owatonna SeniorPlace is pleased to announce that we will be offering a ten-week health and well-being package to residents 55 and over. The Program NEW! is called Aging Mastery Program®. It was developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).

This is a wonderful opportunity for older adults to participate in, and reap the benefits of, this cutting-edge wellness program. We are currently recruiting 30 adults (ages 55+) to participate in this educational program.

The goal of this program is to empower older adults to make and maintain small but impactful changes. The classes will explore navigating longer lives, physical activity, sleep, healthy eating and hydration, financial fitness, medication management, advanced planning, healthy relationships, falls prevention and community engagement. For each of these classes, we will provide basic educational materials developed from highly trusted sources, a checklist of action steps, and a system for tracking behaviors over time. Participants will earn points for positive actions and tokens rewards for completing a certain amount of classes.

The first ten-week program will run April 5 through the first week in June.

We will be hosting an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 8 at 10:00am at the SeniorPlace located at 500 Dunnell Drive. If you are interested in learning more about the program, please call the SeniorPlace at 507-444-4280 and ask to speak with Brad. We are hoping to recruit a wide range of participants. If this program piques your interest stop by or call to learn more.

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Funeral & Estate Pre-Planning Informational Seminar You are invited to attend our seminar which will cover funeral pre-planning, the legal aspects of estate planning, and other important issues to assure you have your “house in order.” The seminar will be a question and answer format.

There will be no cost or obligation. Refreshments and seminar materials will be provided. Please call Senior Place, 444-4280 to get signed up by March 30.

Partnership between Brick – Meger Funeral Home Medford Funeral Home www.brick-megerfuneralhome.com Dates: Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday, April 7, 2016 from 1:00 – 2:30 PM Cost: Free

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 Location: SeniorPlace 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 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 - 4:30PM Time: 3:45-4:30pm Location: SeniorPlace 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: Mondays & Thursdays Time: 9:30-10:30am Location: SeniorPlace

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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.

Cost: - 12 Class Punch card: $60.00 SP members/$72 non-members - 6 Class Punch card: $33 SP members/$39 non-members - Individual classes: $6 SP members/$7 non-members Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10:30-11:30am Location: SeniorPlace Chair Aerobics Enjoy a real aerobic workout, without getting out of your chair! This fun program consists of warm-ups, exercises, cool-downs & stretches.

Offered by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute (formerly Sister Kenny) 507-977-2150 Cost: $10 per month or $1.25 per class Day: Mondays & Thursdays Time: 10:30-11:15am

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Weight Training for Seniors A Therapist leads the group in a program of warm-up exercises, weight lifting exercises with hand-held weights, cool-down exercises and stretching. We ask for a commitment of 3 times per week for 3 months to start the program.

Offered by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute (formerly Sister Kenny) 507-977-2150 Cost: $25 per month Day: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Time: 8:30-9:30am or 3:15-4:15pm Billiards The SeniorPlace Billiards group meets on Tuesdays at 8 am or Thursdays at 12 pm. You don’t have to be a pool shark to enjoy a game of billiards.

Come on down and play a game or two. Both men and women are always welcome to join the group. Drop-in billiards is also available MondayFriday when the building is open.

Cost: $.50 cents for 2 hours.

Shuffleboard Come join us for an hour of shuffleboard every Thursday at the SeniorPlace. Whether you are a veteran with many years of shuffleboard experience or if you are just learning the rules, we think you will have a good time getting a little exercise with some local “good sports.”

Equipment is provided.

Cost: Free for SP Members or $3 for Non-Members Days/Time: Thursdays at 1:00 pm

Other Activities 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 Quilters This creative group meets to create warm and 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: 8:00-10:15am Location: Quilt Room 3rd Floor

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Recycled Greeting Cards 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. Are you interested in learning how to recycle cards? This group will meet the 1st Monday of each month from 1-3pm.

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 Card Groups Cribbage Maj Jongg Hand & Foot Bridge Pinochle Mexican Train 500

Mondays Tuesdays Tuesdays & Thursdays Wednesdays Wednesdays & Fridays Wednesdays Fridays

12:45 pm 9:00 am 12:45 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 8:45 am

Tax Assistance Program - AARP Local AARP volunteers will be providing tax service free of charge through April 15th at the Owatonna SeniorPlace. The volunteers are certified to complete federal and Minnesota tax returns. They can also complete the Minnesota homeowner and renter rebate forms for those that qualify. Please note that we are not certified to complete out of state tax returns nor trained to deal with complex tax scenarios. Please call SeniorPlace to schedule an appointment today!

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.

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STATE SCHOOL ORPHANAGE 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, has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District since December 28, 2010.

Learn the history of the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children • Tour Cottage 11, original cottage that housed boys 6-13 (1923-1945) • 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 Museum Hours:

Monday - Friday: 7:00 am-5:00 pm (Main Entrance) Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm (Enter through the Owatonna Arts Center) Cottage 11

Tuesday-Sunday May 1-Labor Day:1 pm-4 pm Labor Day-Dec 31: 1 pm-3 pm

Closed January and February March 1-April 30: 1 pm-3 pm or by appt. at 507-774-7369 $2 per person donation appreciated.

Tours:

Self-guided tours of the main Museum, Cottage 11 & grounds tour are free of charge. (Donations are appreciated.)

Guided tours are available. Please contact the Orphanage Museum for details & reservations.

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2016 IMPORTANT DATES February 26 - Registration for Youth Soccer, Little League/Minor Leagues Youth Softball, spring swimming lessons, Youth Lacrosse at the SeniorPlace March 11 - Deadline - Youth Soccer, Little League/Minor League, Youth Softball March 12 - Washer board tournament March 14 - Brooktree League meeting March 16 - Adult softball team registration deadline March 19 - Pre-season evaluations for fastpitch April 1 - Master’s Bar and Grill at Brooktree is open April 2 - Boat and water safety class April 4 - Coaches meeting for youth soccer April 9 - Pre-season evaluations for Little League April 11 - Youth soccer begins April 12 - BOA annual meeting April 23 - 3rd Annual Munchkin Market at the Four Seasons Centre 9:00 am - 12:00 pm April 23 - 3rd Annual Bark and Rec at the Four Seasons Centre 9:00 am - 1:00 pm April 23 - Bark & Rec’s FUR Fun starting at the Fairgrounds at 9:00 am April 25 - Adult softball schedule handout, annual meeting, mandatory managers meeting May 3 - Summer swimming registration begins May 3 - Summer brochure released

May 5 - Deadline for Youth T-ball, and Squirt Ball May 6-8 - Corky’s Earlybird Slowpitch Softball Classic May 30 - Memorial Day - Park & Recreation office, Tennis and Fitness Center and SeniorPlace Closed May 31 - Little League Baseball kickoff at the Four Seasons Centre May - Lake Kohlmier Beach will be open at the end of May with no lifeguards on duty On-going Calendar Contest submission through October 2016

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Supporting Recreation... and a Whole Lot More.

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For nearly 60 years, The Owatonna Foundation has awarded grants totaling over $11 million for projects that touch every aspect of our lives.

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