ISD #347Willlmar Community Education/City of Willmar Parks & Recreation611 SW 5th StreetWillmar, MN 56201
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Welcome back after summer break, and a very warm welcome to all the new families that have joined us in Willmar. I hope you all are relaxed, recharged and ready to start a new season of recreation activities and programs. There has been many changes made this summer and we are excited to share them with you. The Civic Center had a new refrigeration system installed, as well as new bleachers and paint. We are looking forward to the upcoming hockey season in our new and improved rink. Miller Park and Voss Park were also updated with some new playground equipment. If you haven’t checked it out yet, do so before the snow comes! Youth Recreation will be adding a 7v7 Little Cardinal Football to their schedule this fall, as well as Sports Sampler, Indoor Soccer, Youth Wrestling and much more. We had a very successful season of summer programs and are looking forward to the energy and excitement continuing into the fall season. Adult sports will be adding adaptive floor hockey to their agenda as well as basketball and volleyball. Disc golf, a new program offered, was a great success, along with co-ed, men’s and church league softball. Don’t forget to register your teams for this year’s volleyball and basketball leagues. Lastly, there will be six new individual pickle ball courts at Sperry Park to open in September and the Gun Range will be open this fall in the basement of the City Auditorium starting November 19th. If you haven’t had the chance to try out the Bike Share Program, it isn’t too late. Download the Koloni App on your mobile device and try it out. Thank you for being a part of this community and for keeping recreation a priority in your lives. We appreciate your participation and efforts to keep our programs running and successful.
Parks and Recreation Director • City of Willmar • 320-235-1454
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Course Registration Parks & Recreation 2707 Arena Drive
Willmar, MN 56201 235-1454
2019/20 Grade:
Purchase an Activity Pass for the City Auditorium
and get some exercise
playing tennis or pickleball!
Men’s Tennis Mondays and Fridays 7:30-9 am
Pickleball Mondays-Thursdays 9:30 am–11 am & 1:30-3 pm
The City Auditorium will be closed on the following dates:
November 7-14 and November 28 & 29
Learn to Skate with the Diamond Edge Figure Skating Club. Classes are offered from pre-k (both girls & boys) through adult. We offer figure skating classes and beginning hockey skating skills in our Learn to Skate Program. Fall classes start in September and our Winter Session starts in October. Classes are available on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays. Choose one, two or all three days! For Additional Information: u Visit our website at www.diamondedgeskating.com u Email us at [email protected].
u Call Sarah at 320-905-8240
October 7 – December 20 • $25
Register at: www.willmarparks-rec.com or mail to Parks & Recreation 2707 Arena Drive • Willmar, MN 56201
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7 v 7 Little Cardinal Football Ready, Set, Hut! With the help of the Willmar Cardinal Football team, join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7:15 pm for flag football at the Willmar Senior High School. This program is designed for anyone in Grade 1-4 interested in playing. Tuesdays will be practice and Thursdays will be games with the potential of playing other schools for Grade 3 & 4. Volunteer coaches are needed, so the first two parents to volunteer to coach their child’s team for each grade will get their registration fee waived. Participants will receive a t-shirt, please specify size when registering. #5414 - Grades 1-42 Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 17- October 24 Sr. High practice field 6-7:15 pm $30 #5414 - Grade 3 - 4 Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 10 - October 24 Sr. High practice field 6-7:15 pm $30
Junior League Basketball This league is for those individuals who are not on the Varsity Basketball team but enjoy playing basketball. Form your team and register for this 6 week officiated league with playoffs completing the season. The league fee is $200. #6010 Saturdays, Dec. 7-January 25 City Auditorium 9-12 noon $200 Registration deadline is December 4.
Indoor Soccer Indoor Soccer will be played in the Kennedy Small Gym for eight weeks. The first two weeks will be skills and drills followed by games to practice what you have learned. The class is limited to 20 per session so sign up soon. #5312 – Grade K-2 Saturdays, October 5-Nov. 23 Kennedy Small Gym 10-10:50 am $22 #5335 – Grade 3-5 Saturdays, October 5-Nov. 23 Kennedy Small Gym 11-11:50 am $22
Cardinal Youth Basketball This is a great way to introduce your child to the game of basketball. Cardinal varsity staff and players will teach basic skills and play modified games that accommodate their age level. For Boys and Girls Saturdays October 26-November 16 At the Sr High Gym #6070A Kindergarten-Grade 2 9-10 am $25 #6070B – Grades 3-6 10-11:30 am $35
Sports Sampler With so many different activities to explore, we know it can be hard to choose just one. Our sports sampler program is a fun and relaxed way for kids to learn a number of sports and games such as soccer, football, baseball and more! Participants should bring a water bottle. #2255A - Ages 3-5 Mondays, September 9-30 5:30-6:15 Miller Park $20 #2255B - Ages 3-5 Mondays, September 9-30 6:30-7:15 pm Miller Park $20
Tennis Do you want to sharpen up your tennis skills? Come and join others at the City Auditorium. The Kindergarten through Grade 4 pro-gram is designed with smaller courts and slower balls to improve hand-eye coordination. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of tennis. A tennis racket can be purchased at an additional cost of $15. Participant in Grades 5 - 12 will work on serve and volley techniques and sin-gle and doubles strategies will be taught. #6365A -Kindergarten - Gr. 4 Sundays, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 & 23 City Auditorium; 3 - 4 PM $35 (plus $15 for a racket if desired) #6365B - Grade 5 - 8 Sundays, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 & 23 City Auditorium; 4 - 5 PM $35 #6365C - Grade 9 - 12 Sundays, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 & 23 City Auditorium; 5 - 6 PM $35
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Youth Hockey/ Skating
November 5 - February 29 Learn to Skate meets Saturday
mornings. Level O (PreK - K) meets Tuesdays and
Saturdays. Level 1, 2 & 3 meets Tuesdays, Fridays
and Saturdays. For More Information
and to Register: www.willmarhockey.com
Open Events at the Arena
Open Skating Sunday Nights October 6 - March 8 6:30 - 8:30 PM $3/per person - pay at the door
Saturday Open Curling for Kids & Adults Ages 8 - 80 Certified instructors on hand to help you learn. Saturdays, Nov. 2, 16, 30; Dec. 21, 28,
2019 and January 4, 11, February 1, 15, 29 and March 7, 2020
7 - 10 PM $3/per person - pay at the door.
Adaptive/ Open Curling All ages and abilities are encouraged to try the age-old sport of curling in this adaptive setting. Thursdays, December 5, 2019 through March 12, 2020. No curling on Dec. 26 & Jan. 16. 4 - 5pm $3/per person - pay at the door.
Fall Youth Clinic Grades K - 5 There will be a bus to transport students from Roosevelt and Kennedy to Lakeland after school. This is a four day clinic that is a FREE opportunity for students in grades K - 5 to get an introduction to wrestling from the Cardinal wrestling coaching staff. This is an entry level program, working on the basic skills and techniques neces-sary in wrestling. This is a great oppor-tunity for someone to try wrestling at no cost! Please wear gym attire. Pre-registration is encouraged. #6200 - Grades K - 5 Monday - Thursday, October 28 - 31 Lakeland Elementary Gym 3:30 - 4:30 PM FREE
Early Bird Youth Wrestling Practices Grades K - 6 Wrestlers will gain experience with the sport of wrestling. These practices are a great opportunity for beginning wrestlers to learn the fundamentals of wrestling, and provide experienced wrestlers with preparation for the youth wrestling season. This class will conclude with an opportunity to com-pete at the Willmar Youth Classic on December 8th. #6202 - Grades K - 2 Mondays, November 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursday, December 5 and Mondays, December 9 & 16 6 - 7:15 PM Sr. High Wrestling Room $25
Youth Wrestling Season The youth wrestling season will start on Monday, January 6 and run through the NYWA State Tournament in April. Practices will be held at Willmar Sen-ior High in the wrestling room. Please wear gym attire. A detailed practice schedule is available on our web page, on the school district’s website. Wrestlers enrolled in this class will gain experience and learn the basic techniques instructed in the Varsity Cardinal Wrestling Program. Students will be encouraged to compete when the athlete, parents, and coaches feel is appropriate. There will be no wrestling on Mondays, January 20 and February 17. #6202 - Grades K - 2 Mondays, January 6 - March 30 6 - 7:30 PM Sr. High Wrestling Room $45 Singlet deposit: $30 (refunded at end of season if singlet is returned in proper condition) #6203 - Grades 3 - 6 Mondays & Thursdays, January 6 - March 30 6 - 7:30 PM Sr. High Wrestling Room $65 Singlet deposit: $30 (refunded at end of season if singlet is returned in proper condition)
Gymnastics All sessions will be taught by Willmar Gymnastics Coaching Staff and their student athletes. For boys and girls. Skills will be taught to the appropriate level of experience. Class meets November 4 - 7 at the Senior High Gymnastics Gym. #6150A Age 4 - Kindergarten 3:40 - 4:30 PM $30 #6150B — Grades 1 & 2 4:30 - 5:30 PM $35 #6150C — Grades 3 & Up 5:30 - 6:30 PM $35
Cardinal Wrestling
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N ADULT RECREATIONRifle & Pistol Range The Rifle & Pistol Range in the basement of the City Auditorium is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9:30 pm, starting November 19 thru April 30 (not open Nov. 28, Dec. 24 & 31). A certified Rangemaster is on duty. Fee is $8 per half hour, targets available for purchase.
Upcoming Winter Activities Basketball Tournament
Saturday & Sunday, January 25-26, 2020
Adaptive Basketball Tuesdays, January 14 - February18
Adult Basketball Men’s Noon Hour
Basketball The City Auditorium gym will be open year round for pick-up basketball games from 11:30am to 1:00pm Monday thru Friday (except for holidays and special events as listed below). Meet new people, have fun and get some good exercise. Lockers and showers are available. Days there will be no Noon Hour Basketball: September 2, November 7-14, 28 & 29, December 25 & January 1. $50 per year
For up to date schedules, please visit us at www.willmarmn.gov/parks
Click on Adult League Schedules & Standings
4 on 4 Basketball #4105 Wednesday, October16 - November 27 City Auditorium 6-10 pm $60 per team This 6 week league is for players wanting to get into shape before the fall/winter basketball league starts. All games will be played at the City Auditorium. Players will call their own fouls as well as keep score. Registration Deadline is October 11.
Wednesday Basketball League
#4110 Wednesdays, December 11 - February 26 (no games Dec. 25 & Jan 1) City Auditorium/High School Gym 6pm – 10pm $450 by Dec. 6; $500 by Dec. 9 This is an 8 week season with 2 divisions of play - Gold and Silver. All teams are eligible to compete in a post season State Tournament at a separate fee. Two officials are used per game.
Registration deadline is 4:30, December 9.
Adult Volleyball For up to date schedules, please visit us at
www.willmarmn.gov/parks click on Adult League Schedules & Standings.
Co-Rec Volleyball #4210 Mondays, November 11 – February 24 (no games Dec. 30, Jan. 20 & Feb. 17) Roosevelt 6-10 pm $275 by Nov. 1; $325 by Nov. 6 The league is for teams made up of 3 men and 3 women who like playing volleyball with spouses, friends or co-workers. There will be three levels of play: Gold (Competitive league) Silver (Middle league), and Bronze (Recreational League). Leagues will consist of 9 regular season games plus a double elimination tournament. Registration deadline is November 6.
Women’s Volleyball #4220 Thursdays, November 7 – February 28 (No games Nov. 28, Dec. 26 & Jan. 2) Roosevelt 6-10 pm $275 by Nov. 1; $325 by Nov. 4 Start getting your team’s organized for the popular Women’s Volleyball league season. There will be two levels of play: Gold (Power 1), and Silver (Power 2). Leagues will consist of 9 regular season games plus a double elimination tournament. Registration deadline is November 6.
Men’s Volleyball #4230 Tuesdays, December 3-March 10 (No games Dec. 24 & 31) Roosevelt 6-10 pm $275 by Nov. 22; $325 by 4:30 Nov. 26 Get your team together now for a fun time playing volleyball. There will be one level of play. Registration deadline is November 6.
All Basketball and Volleyball Teams will receive a $25 credit towards
their next league fee for recruiting a new team
for the league.
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ADULT RECREATIONAdult Hockey
For up to date schedules, please visit us at www.willmarmn.gov/parks
click on Adult League Schedules & Standings.
Fall League #4867 Wednesdays, September 4 - October 9 Civic Center Arena 6-10 pm $600 per team 12 player including goalie- 6 weeks season with no play-offs. Possible double headers. Registration deadline is August 29.
Winter League #4870 • Wednesdays, October 16 - March 4 Civic Center Arena 6-10 pm $195 by September 30; $225 by October 8 Captains’ meeting October 9 at 6 pm at the Civic Center. This league is designed for all level players. Single elimination play-offs. Please register online at www.willmarparks-rec.com or by calling 235-1454. There is no fee for goalies but please email [email protected] or call 235-1454 to register your intent to play by October 8. Registration deadline is October 8.
• INSPECT THE BIKE BEFORE AND AFTER USE Please report something if you see an issue. • RIDE SAFELY & STAY ON THE ROAD Call 911 in case of emergencies. • RENT & USE RESPONSIBLY Please handle bikes with care. Don’t obstruct sidewalks or driveways. Return bike properly to a designated hub to avoid extra charges.
Adaptive Floor
Hockey Who needs skates when you can play hockey on the City Audito-rium gym floor? Sign up for this new program using sticks and pucks adapted to a gym setting. Care providers are encouraged to stay and help. #9070 Tuesdays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (No floor hockey Nov. 12) City Auditorium 6-7 pm $20
Willmar Community Center Please call 262-5288 for reservation requests
Card Gatherings Monday-Friday 1:00 - 4:00 PM Whether you are a card shark or just wanting to learn, come spend an afternoon meeting others, having fun and play cards! Free & Open to Community! Mondays: - - - - - - - -Bridge/
500/ Buck Euchre Tuesdays: - - - -Hand & Foot Wednesdays: - - - - - - -Whist Thursdays: - - - -Hand & Foot Fridays: - - - - - - - - - -Whist
Live Entertainment Wednesdays Music every Wednesday at 2:00 PM $2.00 suggested donation Free for first time attendees Coffee & Refreshments to follow.
Friday Afternoon Of Dancing Live band every Friday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM $5 suggested donation Light lunch and refreshments included.
Men’s Shed Men's Shed is a dedicated, friendly and welcoming meeting place where men can come together. It's a place where men can share their skills and knowledge with others, learn new skills or redevelop old skills. Good health is based on many factors including feeling good about yourself, being productive and valuable to your community, connecting to friends and maintain-ing an active body and an active mind. Becoming a member of a Men’s Shed provides a safe and busy environment where you can find many of these things. Also importantly, there's no pressure. Men can just come and have a chat and a cup of coffee if that's all they’re looking for. Tuesdays at 1:00 PM Cost: $5.00 daily fee, or $60/ yearly membership
Wood Shop Looking for a place to make items from wood, do wood carvings, joinery, carpentry, and woodturning? Check out the Community Center Wood Shop! Memberships start at $60/year. Daily pass for $5 Open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Aging Wisely Finding ‘New’ Confidence and Purpose! Join us for sharing and learning to make the most of the challenges of aging with a renewed purpose! Make new friends, share your stories and socialize over healthy food. Ongoing meetings every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 1:30 - 3:30 PM. Supported by Blue Cross, Blue Shield of MN, Health Together Willmar, United Way of West Central Minnesota, Willmar Area Community Foundation Free!
Kandiyohi County Nurses Blood Pressure Check Stop by for a FREE Blood Pressure check. Sign in begins at 9:00 AM on Tuesdays: • September 17 • October 15 • November 19 • December 17
Lutheran Service Lunch Dining Program Meet new friends while enjoying a hot and nutritious lunch at the Willmar Community Center. Lunch is served Monday-Friday at 11:30 AM. Please call to order your meal and reserve your spot at 320-235-5310 ext. 219 or 320-222-3777. This program is for those who are 60 years and up. A $4.50 contribu-tion for each meal is suggested. 8
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Willmar Community Center
WASO String Connection WASO String Connection is open to adult violin, viola, cello and bass players interested in reading music and playing in a string ensemble. This member-lead group plays music from a variety of genres. String Connection performs at WCC and other venues several times through the year. FREE This group is jointly supported by the Willmar Community Center and Willmar Area Symphony Orchestra. Liaison: Darlene Schroeder Meets 4 – 6 pm, Wednesdays, (Weekly) Reynolds Room FREE!
Art Express Activit ies Art Express is a new initiative in Willmar funded by Healthy Together Willmar. Everyone (all ages) are invited to participate in these free events. Self-expression and community-building will drive these events. Many different forms of expression will be explored, including • Music (drumming, song-writing, instrumental music,) • Drama (acting, costuming, play-writing, clowning,) • Composition (story-telling, poetry, prose,) • Visual arts (painting, sculpting, drawing)
Community Rhythms - Drum Circles Fridays, 6:15 - 7:15pm Willmar Community Center FREE Everyone is welcome to join in these Community Drum Circles. Drums are provided. No experience is needed. Come for the fun and good company. Check the Willmar Community Center or Community Rhythms FaceBook pages or local media for information on additional opportunities and occasional cancellations and program changes.
For more information, contact Darlene at
Please check the Art Express Facebook
or
Willmar Community Center
FaceBook pages
as well as local media for events.
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N Have Questions About Medicare? There are many important decisions that need to be made when you become eligible for Medicare. Making the wrong decision can lead to not having any or enough health coverage and financial penalties. Participants will learn the basics of Medicare and their coverage options in Minnesota. Class size is kept small in order to allow plenty of time for personal attention. Sign up early in order to get a
spot by calling 1-800-333-2433.
UCare Medicare There is a brief explanation of benefits of Medicare followed by an overview of the UCare plan benefits. September 4: 12:30 PM Sunshine Room October 17: 10:30 AM Reynolds Room October 17: 1 PM Reynolds Room November 6: 2 PM Sunshine Room Nov.19: 10:30AM Sunshine Room December 4: 10 :30 AM Sunshine Room December 4: 1 PM Sunshine Room December 19:10:30 AM <None> Sunshine Room Cost: Free 877-523-1518 to register
Medicare Basics In depth explanation of the basics of Medicare; what it is, who is eligible, and how to enroll. Included is a description of Part C and supplement plans. Presented by a UCare representative. September 4 - 10:30 AM Medicare Basics (Sunshine Room) Cost: Free 877-523-1518 to register
Country Quilters Country Quilters Guild is a nonprofit organization that was established in June 1983. We are dedicated to promoting and preserving the art of quilting. The guild provides fellowship and learning to people living in Willmar, Minnesota, and the surrounding communities, who are interested in the traditional craft of quilting as well as its contemporary art forms. For more information visit www.countryquiltersmn.com or by email at [email protected] The Guild holds monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm at the Willmar Community Center. If you are inter-ested in joining Country Quilters, we encourage you to attend. First Time Quilters- First Monday – 12 - 4 - Sunshine Fiber Folks- Fourth Monday – 12:30 - 4 - BN Sit & Stitch Quilters- Third Tuesday – 5-8 - BN Lullaby Quilters- Third Tuesday – 12:30-4 - Sunshine 30’s Quilters- First Wednesday – 6-9 - BN
3rd Tuesday Every Month Willmar Community Center 624 Hwy. 71 NE - Willmar
Welcome to Medicare Class
3 - 5 PM or by Appointment by calling
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