North Kansas City Winter Enrichment Catalog

ENRICHMENT

WINTER 2017

Dancin’ WINTER AWAY Daddy/Daughter Winter Princess Formal

Bridging Lives, Enriching Families

NKC Parks & Recreation MISSION STATEMENT The North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Board is committed to providing the residents and business community of North Kansas City with the best possible environment for family recreation and leisure time enjoyment.

VARIETY

We are committed to providing a wide variety of leisure facilities and services.

FOR ALL

We are committed to promoting organized recreational and social programs for all ages.

ENCOURAGE

We are committed to encouraging public utilization of park facilities.

We will cooperate with civic or recreational groups to maximize this commitment.

REGISTER TODAY! To register, go to www.nkc.org > Departments > Parks and Recreation. You can also sign up and make payments over the phone or visit the Parks & Recreation Center, MondaySaturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive.

ADDRESS MAINTAIN

1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116

We are committed to maintaining our park facilities in the best possible condition.

816.300.0545 www.nkc.org

COMMUNICATE

We are committed to keeping the public informed of plans and activities and to respond to users’ suggestions and criticisms.

FOLLOW US

ADVANCE

FACEBOOK

T WITTER

North Kansas City Parks and Recreation @nkcparksandrec

We are committed to a continuous program of upgrading and expanding programs and facilities as funds permit.

Our picnic facilities, walking trail, tennis courts, ball fields and playgrounds are some of the most popular facilities of their kind in the Northland.

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STAFF AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS STAFF

PARK BOARD

Kelli Votypka, Director

Elizabeth Ryan, President

Cheryl Martin, Recreation Manager

Chuck Cash, Vice President

Robert Wages, Recreation Coordinator

Pamela Tucker, Secretary

Marcia Hansen and Sandy Medina, Administrative Assistants

Ande McMurtry, Treasurer

John Alas, Park Foreman

Roberta Larsen

Cynthia Garcia and Pam Linder, Park Maintenance Workers

Pat Stidham

Ken Karnes

Heather Waterfield JoAnn Wile

A note from the director’s desk

2018 is going to be an amazing year for North Kansas City Parks and Recreation. We will open our new Parks and Recreation Center to the community in early February. The Grand Opening and Ribbon cutting will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Please join us and tour our beautiful new facility, visit with Parks and Recreation staff, and learn about our programs, events, facility usage and volunteer opportunities.

With the new facility, the department will roll out a new look for our Enrichment catalog and Senior Happenings. The Enrichment catalog will now be part of the city’s Connection publication that goes out to North Kansas City residents quarterly. You will continue to find the Enrichment catalog on the website and Facebook. Senior Happenings, our programming for active adults, is now called Encore: Where the second act of life is just a number.

These exciting changes will allow us to better serve our community in 2018 and beyond. We hope you’ll join us for our outstanding programs and events for all ages. Have a blessed New Year!

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YOUTH PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS ENCORE PROGRAMS SPORTS EVENTS PARKS

HOLIDAY

CLOSURES Monday, January 1, 2018 Monday, January 15, 2018 Monday, February 19, 2018

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Youth Programs PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS WINTER WONDERLAND

SPRING IS IN THE AIR

Brrr, it’s cold outside. Come in where it’s warm for some winter fun indoors. We will make snow and play with it, paint snowflakes, play winter games and enjoy a snack.

The weather is getting warmer and everything is turning green, which means spring is in the air. Join us as we celebrate spring with crafts, games, treats and more.

Friday, Feb. 2, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Friday, April 6, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Activity #101001 Fee: $8

Activity #101002 Fee: $8

Ages 3-5 | Cheryl Martin

Ages 3-5 | Cheryl Martin

Register by Jan. 26

Register by Mar. 30

YOUTH PROGRAMS DRAMA KIDS INTERNATIONAL

BRAZILIAN FOLK ART ANIMALS

Ages 6-13 | Vanessa Davis

Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth

Students will have a blast learning all of the ingredients that create the art of drama including characters, timing, stretching, communicating, costumes, set design, movement with music, empathy, improv and imagination. Instructor Vanessa Davis is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and is a member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors’ Equity Association. There will be a parent presentation on the last day of camp. Snacks will be provided. Each participant receives a Drama Kids T-shirt.

Join us to learn about folk art around the world, with a focus on Brazilian folk art.

Each child will create a 2-foot folk art animal to take home!

Thursday, Feb. 15, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Session 1: Wednesdays, Feb. 7 - Mar. 28 (No class Mar. 21) 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Activity #102001-01

Register by Feb. 1

Session 2: Wednesdays, April 4 - May 16 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Activity #102001-02 Fee: $65 per session

Register by Mar. 28

Activity #102003 Fee: $10

Register by Feb. 8

SEWING BASICS

Ages 8+ | MU Extension Want to learn a new skill? Come sew with Clay County 4-H’ers and walk out the door with a project to show off! You can choose to make a pillow cover, a tote bag or a laptop sleeve for this short class on sewing basics. Adults and youth welcome. Bring your own fabric to match your home or take your chances with what we provide!

Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

CHINESE DRAGON PUPPETS

Activity #102004 Fee: $10

Come on an adventure to China! We will learn about Chinese dragons and create a 3-D dragon puppet to take home!

WOOD SCULPTURE

Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth

Thursday, Feb. 1, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Activity #102002 Fee: $15

Register by Jan. 25

MONSTER PILLOWS

Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth Children will learn basic hand sewing techniques to create two amazing monsters!

Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #102005 Fee: $20

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Register by Feb. 1

Register by Feb. 15

Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth Students will use a box of scrap wood to make masterpieces. They will learn about color and construction when working on building a standing sculpture.

Thursday, March 1, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity# 102008 Register by Feb. 22 Fee: $20

Unless noted otherwise, all classes are held at the Parks and Recreation Center, 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive.

Youth Programs FAMILY & FRIENDS CPR

Ages 12+ | NKC Fire Department Staff Family & Friends CPR Course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, adult CPR with breaths, child CPR with breaths, adult and child AED use, infant CPR, and mild and severe airway block for adults, children, and infants.

This course is recommended for child care providers and parents and grandparents of small children. Certification cards are not issued for this course.

Wednesday, March 7, 8:00 - 11:30 am Class will be held at North Kansas City Fire Station 1815 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116 Activity #102012 Register by Feb. 28 Fee: $35

FUNNY FACE CLAY SCULPTURES Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth

Students will learn how to work with clay and how to do proper assemblage on the piece. They will learn about famous artists who work with ceramics and hear from a guest speaker who works in Kansas City. After the class, Miss Heather will take the pieces to her studio to fire them in the kiln. Students may pick up their pieces the next week at the Parks and Recreation Center.

Thursday, March 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #102009 Fee: $20

Register by March 8

FROM REAL LIFE TO THE CANVAS Ages 8-16 | MU Extension GK Calahan

During this week-long art camp participants will create multiple works of art. We will begin by photographing the “real world” around us and then we will learn how to take the photos and transfer them onto a canvas like the old masters did. Each day we will spend time drawing in a sketchbook, introducing some art history, looking at a different artist or style of art, while working on paintings.

We will spend a majority of the time together, learning techniques around drawing and painting. Every day we will

REGISTER TODAY! To register, go to www.nkc.org > Departments > Parks and Recreation. You can also sign up and make payments over the phone or visit the Parks & Recreation Center, Monday-Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive. have a nutrition specialist from the University of Missouri who will teach us about healthy eating and provide an afternoon snack. Please bring a sack lunch.

Monday-Friday, March 19-23, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Activity #102011 Fee: $90

Register by March 12

COLOR COLLISION

Ages 6-12 | Heather Collinsworth Students will create designs using color and shape as they learn about amorphic and organic shapes, watercolor painting and the color wheel.

Thursday, April 5, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #102010 Fee: $20

Register by March 26

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ART Ages 10+ | MU Extension

Want to turn your art into a business? Get ready for some crafting and business 101 to prepare for your very own items to be sold at Arts in the Park, June 8-9! April classes will be split time between work time for your art and instruction on the business side. The May class will be an opportunity to touch base with everyone, answer questions and prepare for the vendor tent at Arts in the Park. Don’t have an idea of what to make, but want to learn? Don’t worry, we’ll have lots of ideas for you! Homework INCLUDED: Be prepared to spend the month creating and getting ready for Arts in the Park! We will have suggestions for finding supplies if needed.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 17, 19, 24 and 26, 6:00 - 8:00 pm and Saturday, May 19, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Activity #102006 Fee: $20

Register by April 9

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Adult Programs HANDS-ONLY CPR

ALL-NATURAL BODY SCRUB BARS

Most people who experience cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location die because they don’t receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene.

As a bystander, don’t be afraid. Your actions can only help.

We will each make four all-natural body scrub bars! Scent will be Lavender or Lemon.

Ages 12+ | NKC Fire Department Staff

This course is recommended for everyone. Certification cards are not issued for this course.

Friday, Jan. 12, 8:00 - 9:00 am Class will be held at North Kansas City Fire Station 1815 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116 Activity #103009 Register by Jan. 5 Fee: Free

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)

Ages 18+ | NKC Fire Department Staff BLS Course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Certification cards are issued for this course.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm Class will be held at North Kansas City Fire Station 1815 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116 Activity #103010 Register by Feb. 1 Fee: $45

Ages 16+ | Heather Collinsworth

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #103002 Fee: $20

Register by Feb. 20

WOODEN WELCOME SIGN

Ages 16+ | Heather Collinsworth Join us to make a beautiful wooden welcome sign to accent your front porch of your home! All pallets will be stained dark. If you would like light wood, please let us know when you register.

Tuesday, March 6, 6:00 - 8:00 pm ctivity #103003 Register by Feb. 27 A Fee: $25

FREEZER MEAL IDEAS

Ages 12+ | University of Missouri Extension Make-ahead freezer meals are a great way to have a healthy dinner and spend more time with your family. In this class, we will prepare freezer meals for you to take home.

Wednesday, March 7, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Activity # 103008 Fee: $45

Register by Feb. 28

REVERSIBLE LEPRECHAUN AND BUNNY PALLET HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR WILLPOWER Ages 16+ | Heather Collinsworth

Ages 16+ | Donna K. Kelly, RPh and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and Easter! Come and make this adorable reversible pallet craft.

Thursday, March 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #103001 Register by Feb. 6 Fee: $25

MEDITATION AND ITS BENEFITS

When it comes to our health, do we ever have enough willpower?

Learn how to support yourself to achieve your health or any goals.

Activity #103006 Fee: Free

Register by March 8

SPRING TULLE WREATH

Ages 16+ | Heather Collinsworth Just in time for spring, we will be creating these oh-so-popular tulle wreaths!

Ages 16+ | Donna K. Kelly, RPh and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

Tuesday, March 20, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Have you heard about the benefits of meditation? Learn how this simple technique can improve your health as well as performance at any age. It is being taught in grade schools as well as MBA programs.

MONOGRAM SIGN

Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Activity #103007 Fee: Free

Register by Feb. 15

Activity #103004 Fee: $20

Register by March 13

Ages 16+ | Heather Collinsworth Give crafting a try with this monogram sign! Let us know the date your family was “established” (anniversary date) when you register.

Tuesday, April 3, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

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Activity #103005 Fee: $30

Register by March 27

ENCORE NORTH KANSAS CITY PARKS & RECREATION

...The Second Act of Life is Just a Number

1201 CLARK FERGUSON DRIVE, NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116 • 816.300.0545 • WWW.NKC.ORG

GOLDEN SENIORS

BINGO & LUNCH

January 24 11:00 am: Entertainment: Dale Sutton 12:00 pm: Lunch A-F: Salad, Vegetable or Side G-P: Dessert Q-Z: Main Dish

Second Tuesdays at 10:00 am.

Lunch is served at 11:30 am.

Fee: $6 per person

Come catch up with old friends and make new ones as we enjoy a meal and entertainment together. A nominal voluntary donation is appreciated to help cover the cost of entertainment and supplies. We hope to see you there!

February 28 11:00 am: E ntertainment: NKC Police Department: “How to Avoid Being Scammed” 12:00 pm: Lunch A-F: Dessert G-P: Main Dish Q-Z: Salad, Vegetable or Side March 28 11:00 am: Entertainment: Ken Remmert 12:00 pm: Lunch A-F: Main Dish G-P: Salad, Vegetable or Side Q-Z: Dessert

SENIOR CELEBRATION

Ages 50+ Join us for our annual Senior Celebration. We will have live entertainment by oldies band Steve and Stan, and a hot catered lunch. Space is limited!

Saturday, Feb. 24, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Register Jan. 16 - Feb. 16 Activity #104003

Join us for a fun morning of bingo, prizes and a catered meal. Please RSVP by date listed so we can be sure to have a lunch ordered for you.

January 9 (Register by Jan. 2) Menu: Chili, Salad and Corn Bread Activity #104001-01 February 13 (Register by Feb. 6) Menu: Chicken & Noodles with Mixed Vegetables, Bread Activity #104001-02 March 13 (Register by March 6) Menu: Lasagna, Caesar Salad and Garlic Bread Activity #104001-03

SPRING FLING DANCE

Grab a partner and your dancing shoes and join us for an afternoon of dancing. The Earl Baker Band will play favorite tunes from Big Band to Country and even some line dances for you to get you groove on.

Drinks and snacks provided.

Friday, March 30, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Activity #104008 Fee: $8 per person

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Encore Programs ONGOING PROGRAMS

CLASSES

CARDS - HAND AND FOOT

GUIDED MEDITATION FOR SENIORS

Mondays & Fridays, 9:00 am; Wednesdays, 1:00 pm; Saturdays, 11:00 am

CHESS CLUB

All levels of play welcome.

Thursdays, 1:00 pm

MAH JONG

This exciting game is good for concentration and memory. We will teach you if you want to learn.

Monday & Fridays, 1:00 pm

CANCER ACTION

Help cancer patients by making bed pads, and make new friends while you work.

First Tuesdays, 10:00 am

GAME DAY Come in for some Phase 10, Dominoes or board games.

Second Thursdays, 1:00 pm

BOOK CLUB

Fourth Thursdays, 1:00 pm January 25 (A Biography of Interest to You) February 22 “Last of the Breed” by Louis L’Amour March 22 “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann

MOVIE DAY

Fourth Fridays, 1:00 pm January 26 “Only the Brave”: Josh Brolin, Jeff Bridges February 23 “Wonder”: Julia Roberts March 23 “Goodbye Christopher Robin”: Margot Robbie, Alex Lawther

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Heather Collinsworth This meditation class offers a relaxing experience that will help ease your body and mind. The more sessions you attend, you will notice less mental “chatter” and overall inner stillness, along with many health and wellness benefits. *Chairs will be set up but you may bring a yoga mat or pillow if you prefer to be on the floor.

Session 1: Thursdays, Feb. 1-22, 9:00 - 10:00 am Activity #104012-01 Register by Jan. 25 Session 2: Thursdays, March 1-22, 9:00 - 10:00 am Activity #104012-02 Register by Feb. 22 Fee: $10 per session

supplies, including basic oils, watercolors, acrylics, pencils and brushes, will be provided, but it is recommended that you bring your own for your project.

Session 1: Mondays, Feb. 5March 5 (no class Feb. 19), 10:00 - 11:00 am Activity #104010-01 Register by Jan. 29 Session 2: Mondays, March 12April 2, 10:00 - 11:00 am Activity #104010-02 Register by March 5 Fee: $20 for the session / $5 single visit

DROP-IN CERAMICS CLASS Heather Collinsworth From dishes to vases, you can create decorative items or foodsafe earthenware from clay. Once the pieces are finished, they will be taken to be glazed and kiln-fired offsite. Open to all skill levels! All supplies and firing are included.

LATIN BALLROOM DANCE

Session 1: Mondays, Feb. 5March 5 (no class Feb. 19), 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Activity #104011-01 Register by Jan. 29

Session 1: Thursdays, Feb. 1-22, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Activity #104009-01 Register by Jan. 25

Session 2: Mondays, March 12April 2, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Activity #104011-02 Register by March 5 Fee: $20 per session

Natosha Keefer Get your feet and body moving while learning the styles of salsa, bachata, merengue and a Latin line dance.

Session 2: Thursdays, March 1-22, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Activity #104009-02 Register by Feb. 22 Fee: $40 per session

DROP-IN ART CLASS

Heather Collinsworth Join us for this freestyle art class to work on a drawing or painting of your choice. No matter your medium or skill level, you will enjoy the pressure-free and creative environment. Some art

A MATTER OF BALANCE

Many older adults have concerns about falling and restrict their activities. This award-winning program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

Mondays, March 26 - May 14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Activity #104002 Register by March 19 Fee: Free

Encore Trips There are no residency requirements to sign up for our trips. Everyone is welcome.

OPTIONS FOR REGISTRATION • Online registration go to www.nkc.org/ParksandRecreation • By phone with credit/debt card • Stop by our office at 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive and pay with check, cash or credit/debt card • Mail check to: P.O. Box 7468, North Kansas City, MO 64116

AND THAT’S THE WAY IT WAS

This trip takes us through the world of TV and radio history with a look back at the lives of Walter Cronkite and Harry Truman, and recreates many of the events that made these two Missouri-born men famous. Our first stop is the Walter Cronkite Memorial on the campus of Missouri Western in St Joseph. We will watch our very own Ken Remmert in a recorded documentary playing Harry Truman. Then, we will tour the beautiful museum that includes a broadcast desk that Cronkite used, and many other things you have seen in his broadcasts will come to life. We will have lunch at the JC Wyatt House. We will end our history tour at the famous Patee House, which features rich history starting before the Civil War.

Thursday, February 15, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Activity #104004 Register by January 26 Fee: $85 (includes tours, meal and transportation)

NEW DINNER THEATRE RESTAURANT: Barefoot in the Park Starring Cindy Williams and Eddie Mekka from Laverne and Shirley

The story is about newlyweds Paul and Corie Bratter who move into their new apartment. Corie wants everything to be perfect for her new husband, but the apartment has its problems. Just when things couldn’t get any worse, Corie’s mom and potential boyfriend make an entrance.

Wednesday, March 14, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Activity #104005 Register by February 14 Fee: $43 (includes show, lunch and transportation)

TRIP REFUND POLICY • At least 5 working days prior to trip: A $5.00 service fee that will be deducted from any cancellation.

• Any cancellation less than 5 working days prior to trip will not be refunded unless there is a replacement.

• There is a non-refundable deposit on all overnight trips.

HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS

Hot Springs is known for its relaxing and tranquil spas, and the springs’ healing properties, but that was not always what it was known for. On this four-day trip, you will dine in style on a dinner cruise and stay in a high-class hotel that once housed guests like Al Capone. Learn about the bathhouses and how famous baseball players would enjoy the springs and other recreational activities. We will tour a beautiful 210-acre botanical garden located on the shores of Lake Hamilton and many more surprises to come. You do not want to miss this trip!

March 19, 7:30 am March 22, 4:00 pm Activity #104006

$125 Deposit Due Jan. 30, Balance Due Feb. 19

Fee: $ 875 (Single Occupancy) $800 (Double Occupancy) (includes entertainment, tours, 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, lodging and transportation)

NEW DINNER THEATRE RESTAURANT: Sister Act

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is placed into protective custody in the one place cops are sure she will not be found, a convent. Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with the rigid life style and the uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and the community but blows her cover in the process. Filled with gospel music and outrageous comedy, Sister Act is the perfect show for everyone!

Wednesday, May 16, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Activity #104007 Register by April 16 Fee: $43 (includes show, lunch and transportation)

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Sports YOUTH LEAGUES North Kansas City Parks & Recreation youth sports programs are NON-COMPETITIVE leagues. The programs emphasize skill development, learning the rules of the game, playing as a team, sportsmanship, and most importantly to have FUN! All practices and games are held at Macken Park.

Children may register with one “buddy� for youth team sports. BOTH registration forms must be received along with the registration fee for each child at the same time. If you are new to the NKC Sports Program, you will be placed on a team by the NKC Parks & Recreation staff.

SPRING SOCCER (COED)

T-BALL (COED)

Practices during the week and Games on Saturday and possibly Sunday depending on number of teams. Season begins March 3rd. Volunteer Coaches needed! Child must be currently in the grades below:

T-ball is the first step in the baseball/softball progression.

Emphasis is placed on having fun and playing together as a team. Our goal is for the child to learn the correct skills for batting, throwing, catching, as well as developing an understanding of the basics of the game. Games and practices during the week and weekend.

Ages 5 years-8th Grade | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff

Division A: K, 1st Grade or Age 5 by 07/31/17 Activity #105001-01

Ages 4-6 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff

Activity #105002-01

Activity #105006-01 Registration: March 5 - April 6 (or until teams are filled) Fee: $70 (includes jersey, hat and trophy).

Division B: 4th or 5th Grade

COACH PITCH (COED)

Division B: 2nd or 3rd Grade

Activity #105003-01

Division D: 6th, 7th or 8th Grade Activity #105004-01 Registration: January 1 - February 2 (or until teams are filled) Fees: (includes T-shirt and Trophy) Divisions A & B: $60 Divisions C & D: $65

Ages 7-9 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff Coach Pitch will take over where T-Ball left off. The child will learn to hit a ball pitched to them by their coach. The child will further develop fielding skills and learn to play as a team. Games and practices during the week and weekend.

Activity #105007-01 Registration: March 5 - April 6 (or until teams are filled) Fee: $80 (includes jersey, hat and trophy)

KID PITCH BASEBALL (COED)

Ages 10-12 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff Kid pitch baseball is the next step in getting ready for playing competitive baseball. Players will learn the fundamentals of pitching and catching as well as further basic fundamental baseball skills. Games and practices during the week and weekend.

Activity #105008-01 Registration: March 5 - April 6 (or until teams are filled) Fee: $95 (includes jersey, hat and trophy)

INTERESTED IN COACHING? North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department is always looking to have capable volunteers coaching our sports programs!

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We need coaches for: Bitty Soccer, Youth Soccer, and Youth Baseball. If you would like to sign up or just need more information, contact our Recreation Coordinator, Robert Wages at rwages@nkc.org or call our office at 816-300-0545.

Sports PRESCHOOL SPORTS BITTY BASKETBALL (COED)

BITTY SOCCER (COED)

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIMES

Bitty Basketball is a 4-week instructional program. Participants will learn the basics of basketball through fun games and drills! We will work on ball-handling, shooting, defense, and fundamentals in a fun, interactive environment! Please bring a water bottle!

This program is a five-week introductory session to the sport of soccer. Participants will begin to understand the fundamental motor skills of soccer through drills, games, and activities. The last week of the program will be designated as a scrimmage game.

Get your preschoolers active mentally and physically with this 4-week program. We will play fun, new games and activities to get your preschooler moving and having fun!

Each week we will have a different game to learn and play!

Saturdays, Feb. 3 - Feb. 24, 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Saturdays, March 31 - April 28

Ages 3-5 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff

Activity #105010-01 Registration: January 1 - January 29 Fee: $35 (includes medal)

Ages 3-5 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff

9:00 am Session: Activity #105005-01 10:00 am Session: Activity #105005-02 11:00 am Session: Activity #105005-03 Registration: February 5 - March 2 Fee: $45

Ages 3-5 | North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Staff

Mondays, April 2 - April 23, 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Activity #105009-01 Register by Friday, March 23 Fee: $10

ADULT LEAGUES

EVENTS

SPRING COED SOFTBALL

PITCH, HIT AND RUN

This is a D-LEVEL softball league. “D” leagues are for new teams and teams playing at a recreational level. Coed Games are on Sunday evenings. All games are played at Macken Park.

Teams are required to provide their own game balls. Each team will play 8 double-header regular season games and an end of season tournament. Winner(s) of the tournament will receive championship t-shirts! Teams may pay a $50.00 non-refundable deposit to hold the spot and pay the rest of the fee by March 3. All fees must be paid by March 2 or the team will risk losing its spot.

Activity #106001-01 Registration: February 5 - March 2 Fee: $400 per team

SPRING MEN’S SOFTBALL

This is a D-LEVEL softball league. “D” leagues are for new teams and teams playing at a recreational level. Men’s Games are on Thursday evenings. All games are played at Macken Park.

Teams are required to provide their own game balls. Each team will play 8 double-header regular season games and an end of season tournament. Winner(s) of the tournament will receive championship t-shirts! Teams may pay a $50.00 non-refundable deposit to hold the spot and pay the rest of the fee by March 2. All fees must be paid by March 3 or the team will risk losing its spot.

Activity #106002-01 Registration: February 5 - March 2 Fee: $400 per team

Ages 7-14 | Macken Park Field #1 Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run is a FREE event that tests three of the most fundamental aspects of baseball/ softball -- pitching, hitting and running.

PITCH: Participant is tested throwing strikes to a designated Strike Zone target.

HIT: Participant hits a ball off a stationary tee for distance and accuracy.

RUN: Participant is timed, starting from second base, touching third then touching home plate.

All of the events are individually scored and converted to a total point score through the use of conversion tables.

Participants will compete in each of the three components of Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run and accumulate a total score based on his/her performance. Winners will move on to Regionals and continued success can lead to a chance to compete in Nationals.

Saturday, April 21, 2:00 pm Fee: Free

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Sports BOB LIBBEY PICKLEBALL INVITATIONAL

Ages 18+ | Macken Park Tennis/Pickleball Courts Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Skill Tournament 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, & 5.0 Format: Main draw 2 out of 3 to 11 (win by 2) and consolation bracket 1 to 15 (win by 2). Tournament Director may combine brackets based on participation.

Event will have Food Trucks and a Beer Garden for purchase.

Men’s: April 13; Mixed: April 14; Women’s: April 15 Register by Friday, March 30 Fee: $30 plus $5 for each bracket played (includes t-shirt)

LESSONS/CAMPS FAMILY FUN RUN PROGRAM

This 8-week program with MU Extension will help families prepare for a 5k race in June! All participants will learn about proper running techniques and health education as well as participate in actual running programs to help train.

This is a fun family event for parents to do with their child while staying physically active and striving for a common goal!

REGISTER TODAY! You can mail in your registration form with payment, call to use a credit card, go to www.nkc.org, or stop by the Parks & Recreation office Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm at: 1201 Clark Ferguson, North Kansas City, MO 64116 There will be a late fee of $10.00 per registrant if you register after the deadline.

YOUTH & ADULT TENNIS LESSONS

Tennis is a great sport to stay active at any age. Come and learn the basics of tennis in this 4-week program. Beginning level courses will be learning how to score and play the game as well as the basics in serving and groundstrokes!

Intermediate level courses will build on the fundamentals of the game as well as finding consistency in the game!

Maximum 10 participants per class, so sign up fast! All lessons will be played at Macken Park, Courts 5 & 6.

Saturdays, May 5 - May 26

Wednesdays, April 11 - May 30, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Beginning Youth (Ages 6-9): 9:00 am - 9:50 am

Activity #: 106005-01 Register by Friday, Mar. 30 Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)

Activity #: 105011-01

Register by Friday, April 27

Intermediate Youth (Ages 10-15): 10:00 am - 10:50 am Activity #: 105012-01

Register by Friday, April 27

Beginning Adult (Ages 16+): 11:00 am - 11:50 am Activity #: 106006-01 Fee: $40

arts in the park June 8-9

Register by Friday, April 27

A Night Out in Macken June 22

movies in the park June 22 July 27 August 25

New this year!

Back to school bash, August 25

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FORMAL 5 TH A NNUAL DA DDY/ DAU GH T ER DA N C E

FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2018 6:30 – 8:30 P.M.

NORTH KANSAS CITY PARKS AND RECREATION CENTER 1201 CLARK FERGUSON DRIVE

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ENJOY A SPECIAL NIGHT OUT WITH YOUR LITTLE LADY. INCLUDES DINNER, A 5” X 7” PHOTO KEEPSAKE, A TREAT AND A ROSE.

G IRLS A GES 4-12 F EE : $50 PER COUPLE $20 EACH ADDITIONAL DAUGHTER R EGISTER BY J ANUARY 19, 2018

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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT APRIL 13 - 15, 2018

Macken Park Tennis/Pickleball Courts Men’s: Mixed: Women’s:

Friday, April 13 Saturday, April 14

Sunday, April 15

Tournament begins at 9AM each day

Ages 18+ Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Skill Tournament 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, & 5.0 Food trucks and a beer garden (for purchase)

Register by Friday, March 30 $30 plus $5 for each bracket played (includes t-shirt) To register, call 816.300.0545, visit our office or go to www.nkc.org>Departments>Parks and Recreation.

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Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run is a free event that tests three of the most fundamental aspects of baseball/softball.

PITCH

Participant is tested throwing strikes to a designated strike zone target.

HIT

Participant hits a ball off a stationary tee for distance and accuracy.

RUN

Participant is timed, starting from second base, touching third then touching home plate.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21 BEGINS AT 2:00 PM MACKEN PARK DIAMOND #1

AGES 7-14

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Special Events Fourth Annual

Saturday, March 24, 2018 1 pm - 2:30 pm Co-Sponsored by Kansas City Parks & Recreation

Pictures with the Easter Bunny 1:30 pm Small Dog Egg Hunt 1:45 pm Large Dog Egg Hunt $5 donation per pooch at the gate gets your pup a goodie bag of all-natural/ organic decorated dog treats.

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Finn Don’t forget your camera!

Bring Fido on down to hunt for over 500 bone-ďŹ lled eggs Enter to win a free day at the spa for Fido or other great prizes Multiple pet vendors will be on hand to share the latest trends in pet care Bring your own camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny 14 NKC Parks & Recreation

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES All sponsorship levels include the business name displayed in promotional materials to include: North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Enrichment catalog, NKCPR Facebook and Twitter, NKCPR email blast, banner ad on City of North Kansas City website and North Kansas City School District email blast. Call North Kansas City Parks and Recreation at 816-300-0545 for more information.

RECOGNITION DURING SPACE TO BOOTH SPACE ANNOUNCEMENTS HANG BANNER AT EVENT BOB LIBBEY INVITATION PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in March Ace Sponsor ($500) PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT APRIL 13 - 15, 2018

Macken Park Tennis/Pickleball Courts Men’s: Mixed: Women’s:

Friday, April 13 Saturday, April 14

Sunday, April 15

Tournament begins at 9AM each day

Ages 18+ Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Skill Tournament 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, & 5.0

Grand Slam Sponsor ($750)

Register by Friday, March 30 $30 plus $5 for each bracket played (includes t-shirt)

Rembrandt Sponsor ($1,000)

To register, call 816.300.0545, visit our office or go to www.nkc.org>Departments>Parks and Recreation.

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ARTS IN THE PARK

Food trucks and a beer garden (for purchase)

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Grammy Sponsor Stage & Entertainment ($6,000)

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in March

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Van Gogh Sponsor ($10,000) June 9 & 10, 2017 Macken Park

Friday 5-9 pm | Saturday 10 am-9 PM

Fine Arts Fair

Picasso Sponsor ($20,000)

On-stage Entertainment emceed by Theatre tech

Friday 7 pm SWITCH Saturday 11 aM Priscilla & Dana’s Dance F KC WOL 12-2 PM

Plus announced as sponsor in radio promotions, logo on billboard promotions, banner on stage and beer garden

Street performers: Candice hill Wyatt Brewer

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Plus event naming rights, announced as sponsor in radio promotions, logo on billboard promotions and beer garden cups, banner on stage and beer garden

12 PM StoneLion Puppets Kayla Masters Danny Fowler 1 pM MO Wolverines CHeerleading Leah Watts 4 pm Poor Bishop Hooper 7 pm DREW six & the soul plains DRIfters

Beer Garden

Featuring local breweries and food trucks

ARTS IN THE PARK BREW FEST

Friday 5-9 pm | Saturday 1-9 pm

www.artsinthepark.org Follow us on Facebook @NKCArtsinthePark

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in March

Pint Sponsor ($850) Tap Sponsor ($1,200) Keg Sponsor ($2,400)

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MOVIES IN THE PARK Best Supporting Sponsor ($250) SATURDAY,

OCT. 28

11 AM - 3 PM MACKEN PARK

SPONSORED BY:

MACKEN’S PUMPKIN PATCH • BOUNCE HOUSE HAUNTED FOREST • CARNIVAL GAMES HAYRIDE • FOOD TRUCK (for purchase)

AREY AGENCY Garrison and Melissa Arey 9852 N McGee St., KCMO 64155

816-994-6238 garey@farmersagent.com

Best Lead Sponsor ($500) Best Picture Sponsor ($750)

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in April

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HOWL-O-WEEN

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in August

Pawsitive Sponsor ($250)

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SPOOKTACULAR

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in August

Trick or Treat Sponsor ($500) Ghosts & Goblins Sponsor ($1500)

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MAYOR’S TREE LIGHTING

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in August

Ornament Sponsor ($250)

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Pumpkin Patch Sponsor ($750)

Tree Topper Sponsor ($500)

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Both sponsor levels for the Mayor’s Tree Lighting can also hang an ornament with their business’ name on the tree (business must provide)

KRIS KRINGLE & K9s

Sponsorship Deadline: First Friday in August

Pawsitive Sponsor ($250)

WINTER PRINCESS FORMAL Dancing & Diamond Sponsor ($250) Glitz & Glamour Sponsor ($500)

BONE-ANZA Pawsitive Sponsor ($250)

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Parks DAGG PARK

MEMORIAL PARK

2000 Iron Street (21st Avenue between Howell and Iron Streets)

23rd Avenue between Iron and Howell Streets

This 5-acre park was renovated in 2016, and features interactive water play with an ocean theme without standing water.

PARK AMENITIES

• Two playgrounds, including designated areas for ages 2-5 and 5-12 • Two spraygrounds, including the Woods Fountain area for children up to 2 years old • Public restroom building and one family changing restroom • Park shelter available for rent.

• Two picnic shelters are first come first serve. Each has an 8-foot table and a trash receptacle. No portable grills are allowed at any of the shelters.

MACKEN PARK 1002 Clark Ferguson Drive (Northeast corner of Clark Ferguson Drive and Howell Street) This 60-acre park is utilized for sports leagues, walking,s picnicking and more.

PARK AMENITIES

• Four large park shelters available for reservation • Festival Shelter – reserved for large gatherings • Three baseball/softball fields • Two soccer fields • Six tennis courts • Three public restroom buildings • Four racquetball courts • One-mile asphalt walking trail • Two playgrounds • Park Service Complex

The park commemorates the history of wars fought involving American citizens. A replica of the Statue of Liberty is located in Memorial Park.

WAGGIN’ TRAIL DOG PARK 432 E 32nd Avenue (32nd and Swift Avenues) This 4.7 acre off-leash dog park is a partnership between the City of North Kansas City and the City of Kansas City, Missouri. There are separate areas for large and small dogs, and each area features a paved walking trail and multiple obstacles.

WHEEL PARK Southwest corner of Clark Ferguson Drive and Ozark Street Just south of Macken Park, Wheel Park offers a paved, half-mile roller-blading and bike trail.

COMMENTS OR CONCERNS? CONTACT US North Kansas City Parks & Recreation 816-300-0545 parks_rec@nkc.org

DOG PARK ISSUES? Animal Control 816-271-6024 Police Non-Emergency 816-274-6032

Parks SHELTER RENTALS CAPACITY

RESIDENTS

NON-RESIDENTS

Dagg Park Laguna Bay Shelter

25 people

$60

$85

Macken Park Shelters #2 & 3

60 people

$30

$70

Macken Park Shelter #6

80 people

$50

$80

Macken Park Shelters #1 & 4

100 people

$50

$100

Macken Park Festival Shelter #5

200 people

3 hours; No grills allowed.

$300 + $100 deposit

All Macken Park shelter rentals are for 6 hours; all shelters have electricity and grills.

Inflatable permit is an additional $25; Rental company must provide proof of insurance.

Any parties interested in hosting a special event at Macken Park must submit a Special Event Usage Permit at least 45 days prior to the date of the event.

Any reservation change will incur a $25 change fee.

SHELTER RULES 1. A Special Use Permit needs to be submitted 45 days prior to the event for approval.

2. Arrive at your reserved site within 15 minutes of the designated starting time. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of your reservation. You must vacate the site at your designated ending time if another group is waiting to use the facility.

3. City ordinance #3883 prohibits all alcoholic beverages, including beer, on park property, which includes parking area. Violators are subject to arrest and prosecution. Groups not adhering to this regulation will have future reservation requests denied.

4. Public address systems, loud speakers, and similar apparatus are prohibited in the park unless permission is granted by the Parks and Recreation Board. Dance bands, orchestras, record hops, dance parties and similar activities are prohibited.

be brought in to parks for any reason unless you have approval from the Director. Special permission may be granted to set up these additional apparatus on a request basis.

6. All unauthorized vehicles, commercial and private, are prohibited beyond the designated areas, thus all picnic and sports equipment, etc., must be carried to the picnic areas and ball diamonds.

7. Applicant is responsible for leaving the facilities in clean and presentable condition. Please use receptacles for trash.

8. If the reservation is not used and not canceled, future reservations may not be approved.

9. There is no tape of any kind, metal fasteners (staples, tacks) allowed on any of our shelter structures. Failure to comply will result in loss of future reservations.

10. A person may reserve two shelters per visit.

5. Pop up tents, canvassed coverings, or any form of tables and chairs are not allowed to

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NORTH KANSAS CITY PARKS & RECREATION CENTER

Grand Opening

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2018 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Tour the Facility Meet Parks and Recreation Staff and Board Members See what Parks and Recreation has to offer for all ages