Saturday, May 6th, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the La Crescent Community Building/Fire Station.
Monday, May 8th, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the La Crescent Aquatic Center.
After the initial registration dates, registration will take place at City Hall in La Crescent during normal operating hours – 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Late Fee
T-shirt orders will need to be placed by Friday, May 26th. After that date, a $10.00 late fee will be added to all registrations for programs where a tshirt is provided.
No matter when a refund is requested, a person will only receive one-half of the original sign-up fee. A person must present a receipt in order to get a refund. A refund will only be granted during the first two weeks of a summer-long activity. A refund will only be granted during the first two days of a swim lesson session.
If threatening weather or rain occurs, please call the pool after 7:00 a.m. at 507-895-8712 for questions on cancellations of activities.
Session 1: June 6 – July 6
Session 2: July 11 – August 10
Golf will take place at Pine Creek Golf Course located at 3815 N. Pine Creek Rd.
The City of La Crescent will provide balls and clubs if necessary. Basic golf terms, equipment, skills, and etiquette will be introduced. Ages 5 to 12
Two sessions for youth will be offered to accommodate more golfers.
Two Levels of Instruction
Beginners – This level of instruction is for children with little or no knowledge of the game. If they were in golf in a previous year and did well, this may not be challenging enough for them.
Advanced - This level of instruction is for golfers with some golf knowledge and skill.
Two Sessions
Session 1 runs June 6th through July 6th.
Session 2 runs July 11th through August 10th.
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Golfers meet one evening each week. Sign-up for either Tuesday session or Thursday session, then session 1 or session 2 (or both!)
June 7 - July 26
Adult golf lessons combine lessons with live golfing at Pine Creek Golf Course. Adults 18 and over with limited golf experience who would like to improve their skills as they golf. Small groups of friends are encouraged to sign up! Golf will be held Wednesday evenings starting June 7th from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
June 5 - July 18
Exposure for young people to the sport of basketball - stressing knowledge of rules, fundamentals, and fun. Participants should wear athletic shoes to practices and games.
Basketball practices and games will take place in the La Crescent Elementary School Gym. Games will be on Monday nights. Game schedules will be distributed during the first week of practice. Basketball pictures will be taken Monday, June 26th in the La Crescent Elementary School Gym.
*The Elementary School Gym will be closed the week of July 10th. All practices and games will be held at the outdoor basketball court in Old Hickory Park during that week.*
Practices will be Monday and Tuesday afternoons
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Boys & Girls entering 1st or 2nd grade
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Boys & Girls entering 3rd or 4th grade
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Boys & Girls entering 5th or 6th grade
June 5- July 20
Sign up for either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday session Bring your own racket, otherwise the City of La Crescent will provide rackets if need be. The tennis courts are located at Hill Street and South 7th Street, next to Kistler Park and the La Crescent Aquatic Center.
Monday and Wednesday Lessons Tuesday and Thursday Lessons
June 5 – July 20
Exposure for young people to the sport of volleyball, stressing knowledge of rules, skills, and fun. Participants should wear athletic shoes and knee pads to practice. Volleyball practice will take place in the La Crescent Elementary School Gym. Volleyball pictures will be taken on Thursday, June 29th in the La Crescent Elementary School Gym.
*The Elementary School Gym will be closed the week of July 10th. All practices and games will be held at the outdoor volleyball court in Old Hickory Park during that week.*
Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. Boys & Girls entering 3rd or 4th grade 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. Boys & Girls entering 5th or 6th grade
June 6 - July 20
Recreational softball stresses basic fundamentals, sportsmanship and fun. Practices will be held at the varsity softball field, Lancer Blvd just north of the high school. All games will be held at Old Hickory Park. Games will start the week of June 12th. Game schedules will be distributed during the first week of practice. Team picture night will be Tuesday, June 27th at Old Hickory Park. Practices will be twice a week, plus Tuesday night games.
Girls T-Ball Softball - 4 and 5 year olds
Softball - 6, 7, 8 year olds
Tuesday Thursday
June 5 - July 20
Recreational baseball stresses the importance of cooperation, teamwork, and fun. Basic fundamental skills are introduced and practiced in a nonthreatening and positive environment. Practices will be held at Abnet Field. Evening games will be held at Old Hickory Park. Games will start the week of June 14th. Game schedules will be distributed during the first week of practice. Team picture nights will be Wednesday, June 28th and Thursday, June 29th.
Boys T-Ball Baseball - 4, 5, and 6 year olds. Two practices per week plus Wednesday night games. A soft core baseball is used.
Beginning Minors - 6, 7, 8 year olds. Two practices per week plus Thursday night game. Coaches pitch and catch.
The La Crescent Community Foundation has a Summer Enrichment Scholarship Fund that can help pay for summer rec and Community Education programs. A brief application is required; available at City Hall, the Community Education office, or on line at http://www.lacrescentcommunityfoundation.org/request-funds.html
The La Crescent Aquatic Center opens Saturday, May 27th at 1:00 p.m. The first two weeks that the pool is open, the hours are limited due to schools still being in session and a limited staff. See the bottom of this page for adjusted hours for these first couple weeks that the pool is open. The La Crescent Aquatic Center closes for the season on Sunday, August 20th at 5:00 p.m. Admission – Cash or check only!
$3.00 per entry for City of La Crescent or Township of La Crescent residents. $4.00 per entry for those not living in the City or Township of La Crescent.
youth swim lessons are only in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th session of swim lessons. There will be NO swim lessons on July 4th. Early morning lap swim does not start until June 5th.
Session 1: June 4 – July 5
Session 2: July 9 - August 9
There will be two sessions of Log Rolling. Open to all ages and abilities.
Session 1
Sunday ~ Beginners 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. June 4th to July 2nd
Monday ~ Advanced 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday ~ Advanced 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Session 2
5th to July 3rd
7th to July 5th
Sunday ~ Beginners 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. July 9th to August 6th
Monday ~ Advanced 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. July 10th to August 7th
Wednesday ~ Advanced 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. July 12th to August 9th
June 6 - July 28
Swim Team is open to swimmers age 7 to 18 who wish to build endurance, improve strokes, get exercise, and have fun while competing together at six or seven swim meets during June and July. Most meets are on Saturday mornings.
Swim team meets every Monday through Thursday beginning June 5th at either 11:15 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. or 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Due to a need for a scheduled pool maintenance time, there is no swim team on Fridays.
Swimmers must have passed Level 4 of swim lessons.
Swim team pictures will be taken on Thursday, June 29th, at 11:30 a.m.
Home swim meet will be Saturday, June 24th.
Fun Days are the single days in between swim lesson sessions.
June 19th, July 5th, July 20th, and August 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a pool party for your next birthday, family reunion, office, or team get-together at the La Crescent Aquatic Center. The pool is available for rental on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Parties at the La Crescent Aquatic Center feature the use of the pool, waterslides, climbing wall, and locker rooms.
To sign up for a pool party, email Chris Fortsch at cfortsch@cityoflacrescent-mn.gov or call Chris at City Hall - 507-895-2595 to schedule a date.
Pool parties begin Saturday, June 10th and end Saturday, August 12th. No parties will be scheduled on Saturday, June 24th, due to a home swim meet.
Rental fee includes the cost of lifeguards and slide attendants. We allow food to be brought in but only in the concession stand area. No alcohol is permitted.
Multiple birthday parties may be going on at a time unless the package #3 is purchased and whole pool is rented to just that one group.
The following is a guideline for enrolling your child in swim lessons -
Little Mates
Little Mates is held in the zero-depth portion of the pool. This is a perfect transition from parent/tot lessons and Level 1 swim lessons. Perfect for a three or four year old.
Level 1 This is for the swimmer who is at the very beginning, is not comfortable in the water and probably the first or second time enrolled in lessons.
Level 2 Comfortable with face under water and being on their own in shallow water
Level 3 Knows reach, pull, front crawl, and backstroke
Level 4 Knows front/back crawl and elementary backstroke
Level 5 Knows all strokes listed Level 4 and sidestroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
Level 6 Knows all strokes. Focus on distance, endurance, and finetuning stroke mechanics
Five 2-week sessions are offered for children 5 years old and up. Little Mates and Level 1 swimmers may be younger. Classes are limited in number and last 40 minutes. Classes are offered by certified instructors. Due to limited space in the pool, we request you sign up for a maximum of 3 of 5 sessions. The requirement for each class is eight lessons. If one or two class sessions are cancelled due to weather, they will not be made up. Swimming
See page 17 for Early Childhood’s Parent & Tot Swim classes!
Adaptive lessons are also available. Please inquire at the pool.
Session 1: June 5th – June 16th
**No evening lessons offered during 1st session**
Sign up for Session 1: Saturday, May 6th, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., at La Crescent Community Building or Monday, May 8th, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the La Crescent Aquatic Center. After May 8th, sign up at La Crescent City Hall. After June 4th, sign up at the Aquatic Center
Session 4: July 21st – August 3rd Sign
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Session 5: August 7th – August 18th
** No evening lessons offered during 5th session**
until closing at the Aquatic
Location, Hours, & Contact
321 Main St. (507) 895-4047 lcr _dir@selco.info
Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Sat 10am-2pm
Visit our booth @ the Farmers Market!
Tuesdays 4-7pm @ Veterans Park
Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@laclib) for all event updates and information!
Tag us in your Summer Reading photos, use the #lacrescentpubliclibrary, or send us an email!
Reading Challenges for All Ages!
Reading Logs for Listeners & Young Readers: Submit reading logs to enter the raffle for the grand prize: a bike from the Bike Shoppe! Every child earns a free book!
Book Reviews for Tweens & Teens: Submit book reviews to enter the gift card raffle!
Check out books, earn stickers & help fill in the collage! Can you guess what the picture will be?
Weekly Activities
TUESDAYS: 4-7pm Storytime & Craft Kits @ the Farmers Market
May 30; June 6, 13, 20, & 27; July 11, 18, & 25
WEDNESDAYS: 3:30-4:30pm Chapter Club w/ Mr. Petersilie @ the library
THURSDAYS: 3-5pm Makerspace @ the library
SATURDAYS: 10:30am Storytime @ the library 11am-1pm Makerspace @ the library
Many thanks to our generous sponsors!
StoryWalks® @ Veterans & Kistler Parks
Summer Reading Kick-off Event, featuring TUGG at the Farmers Market
Tuesday, May 30, 4 - 7pm
La Crosse Storytelling Festival Presents: Once Upon a Time at the Community Building (by the Fire Station)
Saturday, June 10, 10:30am
Live Reptiles & Amphibians with Tom Pederson, the Creature Teacher at the Community Building
Thursday, June 15, 2 - 3pm
Graphic Novel Book Talk with UWL Prof. Dr. Ryan Friesen & Manga Drawing Workshop w/ Dana Friesen at the library
Thursday, June 22, 3 - 4:30pm
Live Eagle Presentation with the National Eagle Center at the Community Building
Thursday, June 29, 2 - 3pm
Clay To Go Workshop with the Northern Clay Center at the Community Building
Thursday, July 6, 3 - 5pm (Ages 6+; Registration Required)
Afoutayi Dance, Music, & Arts Troupe at the Community Building
Saturday, July 15, 1 - 2pm
Digital Scavenger Hunt with Master Naturalist Joni Welda at Wagon Wheel Trail (meet by the new bridge)
Monday, July 17, 3 - 5pm
Family Fun Night, featuring Salsa del Soul at City Parking Lot (behind the Library)
Friday, July 28, 5 - 7:30pm
Hokah Park & Rec registration will be held Wednesday, April 12th from 5:00-7:00pm at the Hokah Fire Station. Forms also available at www.cityofhokah-mn.gov and can then be mailed to P.O. Box 311, Hokah, MN 55941
Come enjoy a chemical free pool and don’t forget to bring your sand toys and inflatable water toys! Sand bottom all natural swimming pool ~ Gradual water depth ~ 2 diving boards ~ Men and Women’s Pool House ~ Concession Stand~ Ages 9 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Daily Admission - $3.00 4yrs and under free
Single Pool Membership RESIDENT - $50.00
Single Pool Membership NON-RESIDENT - $70.00
Family Pool Membership RESIDENT - $100.00
Family Pool Membership NON-RESIDENT - $125.00
BUCK SUNDAYS!
11am-4pm $1/person
Ages 9 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Session 1
June 12-22, M-Th
Preschool: 5:30-6:00
$35/session
Levels 1-6 (Ages 5 & Over): 6:15-7:00pm
$45.00/session
Session 2
June 29th-July 27th, T & Th
Preschool: 5:30-6:00pm
$35/session
Levels 1-6 (Ages 5 & Over): 6:15-7:00pm
$45.00/session
Session 3
Aug 7th-17th, M-Th
Preschool: 5:30-6:00pm
$35/session
Levels 1-6 (Ages 5 & Over): 6:15-7:00pm
$45.00/session
Kids ages 8-13 * Mondays, June 5-July 10, 1:00-3:00pm * $30
Join in the fun playing a variety of sports activities!!
Grades 1-7 (Must have completed 1st grade)
City of Hokah or Hokah Township
Residents $70.00;
Non-Residents $85.00
Practices April 13-June 2:
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3:15-5:00pm
June 5-July 14 - Mondays & Wednesdays
Grades 1-4 9-10:30am
Grades 5-7 10:30-Noon
* Bus Provided for Daytime Traveling League – Bus will leave at 8:00am from Hokah City Hall for away games.
4 to 6 years old
June 6th - July 13th
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:30-10:15am at Hokah City Park
Crafts will follow T-Ball!
$35.00 T-Ball ONLY per child
$50.00 T-Ball w/ Crafts per child
Crafts 10:30-11:15
2023 Hokah Summer Recreation Registration Form
Wednesday, April 12th, 5:00-7:00pm at the Hokah Fire Station
Forms also available at www.cityofhokah-mn.gov and can be mailed to P.O. Box 311, Hokah, MN 55941
Forms must be filled out completely to be registered
Participant Name:______________________________Birthdate(mm/dd/yy)_______________
Address:______________________________________City:____________________________
Parent/Guardian Name:__________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Phone:__________________________________________________________
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL OR NOTIFY:
Name:___________________________________Relationship:__________________________ Phone:_______________________________________________________________________
I have these Medical/Physical Conditions:
All Participants must be paid in full before they can participate in any of the activities. This Includes Practices!!
The above child has my permission to attend the Hokah summer recreation/youth programs and can travel to away games. I waive all liability if the City of Hokah, the staff and volunteers of any incident/ accident or injuries incurred during participation in any of the activities offered in the program.
Signature of Parent/Guardian:___________________________________Date:______________
Baseball(Resident) $70.00
Baseball (Non-resident) $85.00
Summer Sports Academy $30
Swimming Lessons: Levels 1-6 - $45.00/session
Preschool Swimming lessons: $35.00/session
Session 1: June 12 - 22, M-Th
Session 2: June 29 - July 27, T & Th
Session 3: Aug 7 - 17, M-Th
Schedule/Pricing for ALL Sessions:
Preschool: 5:30-6:00 $35/session
Levels 1-6 (Ages 5 & Over): 6:15-7:00pm $45/session
Single Pool Membership RESIDENT - $50.00
Single Pool Membership NON-RESIDENT - $70.00
Family Pool Membership RESIDENT - $100.00
Family Pool Membership NON-RESIDENT - $125.00
Hours:
Mondays- Closed
Tuesdays- 1:00-7:00
Wednesdays- 8:00-1:00
Thursdays-1:00-7:00
Fridays- 1:00-4:00
Saturdays- 8:00-1:00
Sundays- Closed
Enjoy reading through this catalog to find youth enrichment activities in the arts, STEM areas, sports, and more!
We are very saddened to be saying goodbye (for now) to our beloved, long-time gymnastics program. Our equipment has gone to reside at PEG on French Island, where our varsity gymnasts now practice and compete. We will have the opportunity to host a camp there in the future. We are also saying goodbye to our long-time coaches Haley Osborne and Jordan Peterson. We thank them and ALL of our past youth gymnastics staff for their dedication to the program! We hope to be able to find new leadership to bring this great program back in Summer 2024!
Parents, we didn’t forget you! Our traditional Summer Community Education catalog with adult, family, and youth enrichment classes will be mailed in May! Be on the lookout for more family-friendly class opportunities in that catalog!
Please note that your child is considered to be in the grade that they are ENTERING in the fall of 2023. For example, if your child just completed 2nd grade, they are now considered a 3rd grader for Community Ed summer programs.
Scholarships are available to students who qualify for the school district free and reduced lunch program. We offer a 75% reduction for those who qualify for free lunch and a 50% reduction for anyone qualifying for the reduced lunch program. There are some exceptions to this policy. Contact the Community Education office with your questions.
Members of UCare Minnesota may take up to a $15 discount per class on most classes in this catalog. If a class is less than $15, the member may take the class free of charge. UCare for Seniors are eligible for THREE $15 reimbursements per calendar year. Members must be on UCare at the time of registration and through the duration of the class(es). Include UCare ID number when registering. If you have any questions about the eligibility of specific classes, call (507) 895-5150.
We realize that schedules are busy, but your early registration assures that your class is a “Go.”
Class Cancellation Policy and Refunds Prior to Start Date: Class cancellation must be made a minimum of 3 working days prior to the class start date for a FULL REFUND (unless otherwise noted).
If you cancel with less than 3 days notice, you will be issued a refund, minus a $5.00 processing fee and any costs incurred (supplies, food etc.).
If you do not notify Community Education prior to class start of the class that you will not be attending, you will not be issued a refund.
If you are unable to attend the class, event or trip that you registered for, please call us at 895-5150. We may have a waiting list, so please do not find your own substitutes.
By registering for a program, I understand that every effort will be made to protect and safeguard all students. I agree not to hold La Crescent-Hokah School District/ ISD #300 liable for any illness or mishap from any cause whatsoever. I also give the instructors or supervisors full authority in dealing with the problems of discipline. I understand that any student disregarding rules is subject to being sent home. I understand that any student who willfully destroys property will be held responsible and charged accordingly. I give ISD #300 permission to use comments, photos and video of the student named on registration in its promotional materials. If you DO NOT want pictures of your child taken, please include a signed note with your registration or in the Comment box of online registration.
Proceeds from Future Lancer Camps support the respective high school team leading the camp!
Please complete one form for each child.
Child’s Full Name: __________________________________________ DOB:_____________
Parent Names: _______________________________________________________________
Address:
Parent Emails: __________________________________________________________________________
Phone Numbers: (Day)_________________________ (Evening) _
Parent Cell Phone Numbers: _______________________________________________________
Grade Entering in 2023-24 School Year: _______________________________________Male ___Female ___
Authorized to Pick Child Up and Phone #: (In addition to parents EX: Kids Co staff, Grandparents Names, etc.): ______________________________________ ____________________________________ ______________________________________ ____________________________________ ______________________________________ ____________________________________
Allergies or Medical Conditions Youth Program Leaders should be aware of:
UCare ID #_____________________________________________________ (See previous page for UCare Information)
Credit Card Number: ________________________________________________________________________
Credit Card Type: VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER AMEX Expiration Date: __________________ CSV 3 Digit Code: _____
Three Easy Ways to Register:
1. Online: www.isd300.k12.mn.us -> Menu -> Community Education --> Online Registration
2. By Mail: Mail completed registration form with payment to: Community Education, 703 S. 11th St., La Crescent, MN 55947
3. Call or stop in to the Community Education Office (Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:00 pm)
• Cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard are accepted.
• We encourage early registration to prevent class cancellations! Registration deadlines are ONE WEEK prior to the start date of class, unless otherwise listed. Payment must accompany registration.
Have a question? We can help! Call us! 507-895-5150
City of La Crescent Park & Rec and
Saturday, May 6, 8:00—10:00 a.m. at the La Crescent Fire Station Community Room or Monday, May 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the La Crescent Aquatic Center
City of Hokah Park & Rec Forms available to print online at www.cityofhokah-mn.gov and can be mailed to P.O. Box 311, Hokah, MN 55941
Community Education Registration also available 24/7 ONLINE beginning at 8:00am on Friday, May 5!
The Lunch Wagon is a summer community program aimed at feeding the children of the La Crescent-Hokah School district.
www.facebook.com/thelunchwagon
Watch for updates on serving times and locations!
