NORTH KC
ENRICHMENT
DAGG PARK GRAND OPENING
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FOOD TRUCK FRENZY
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Summer 2016
Bridging Lives, Enriching Families
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.
Providing:
We are committed to providing a wide
variety of leisure facilities and services.
Promoting:
We are committed to promoting
organized recreational and social programs for all ages.
Encouraging:
We are committed to encouraging
public utilization of park facilities. We will cooperate with civic or recreational groups to maximize this commitment.
Maintaining:
We are committed to maintaining our
park facilities in the best possible condition.
Communicating:
We are committed to keeping
the public informed of plans and activities and to respond to users’ suggestions and criticisms.
Developing:
We are committed to a continuous
program of upgrading and expanding programs and facilities as funds permit.
The picnic facilities, walking trail, tennis courts, ball fields and playgrounds are some of the most popular facilities of their kind found in the Northland.
CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS
Monday, May 30 Monday, July 4
NKC Parks & Recreation
STAFF Director Kelli Votypka Recreation Manager Cheryl Martin Sports Coordinator Robert Wages Administrative Assistants Marcia Hansen Sandy Medina Park Attendants Cynthia Garcia Pam Linder Park Maintenance JC McLallen Park Board Members President Elizabeth Ryan Vice President Chuck Cash Secretary Pamela Tucker Treasurer Kyle Frakes Ken Karnes Roberta Larsen JoAnn Wile
www.nkc.org P.O. Box 7468 2251 Howell North Kansas City, MO 816.300.0545 parks_rec@nkc.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS North Kansas City Parks and Recreation has settled into our temporary home in the lower level of the North Kansas City Public Library. The City Council has agreed to move forward with the process of building a new facility for Parks and Recreation that will provide space for staff offices, program classrooms, meeting spaces, a catering kitchen and a multipurpose room. The new facility will be located on the south side of Macken Park and immediately west of the Wheel Park. The department and the city are in the very early stages of planning for the new facility. I will be sure to keep the community informed as progress is made. For more than a year, we have watched changes take place at Dagg Park in preparation for the new spray ground and play ground system. The wait will be over soon! We’ll celebrate with a Grand Opening ceremony on Saturday, May 28th from 10:00am – 1:00pm. Please see page 8 for more information about the Grand Opening and page 12 for the spray ground rules. The addition of this one-of-a-kind play system and spray ground in the Northland makes this a very exciting time for the Parks and Recreation Department and for our community. This project would not have been possible without the City Council’s support. The Parks and Recreation Board and staff thank them tremendously for their support to improve the park system in North Kansas City. Textcaster NKC Parks and Recreation is now offering Textcaster as a way to communicate with our participants about sports rainout/make-up games, special events and other programs we offer. You can take advantage of this service by going to our website at www.nkc.org. Please follow this path: Departments/ Parks and Recreation/Youth or Adult Sports. For more information or any questions, please call us at 816-300-0545.
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Online Registration
You can now register online for classes and sports leagues. Go to www.nkc.org > Departments > Parks and Recreation.
SAY CHEESE! North Kansas City Parks and Recreation may take photos at activities and special events. These photos may be used periodically in the Enrichment catalog, on the city website and any other form of advertisement. Thank you
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PARKS EVENTS ADULTS SPORTS YOUTH
A Note from Kelli [Director]
from North Kansas City Parks and Recreation for participating and enjoying our programs and allowing us to take your picture.
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YOUTH programs PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME 3-5 YRS | PARKS & RECREATION STAFF
Fee: $5 We invite you to join us for fun themed planned preschool activities. Bring the kids and we will plan games, crafts, sing-a-longs, and a treat. All you need to do is pre-register one week prior to playtime. Adults are required to stay and participate with their children.
SESSION I: DINO DAY
Dinosaurs are invading our office. Come and helps us learn about them. We will play with dinosaur eggs, go on a dinosaur dig, play some dino games and make some cool dinosaur crafts. Snack included. Friday, May 20 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Register by May 13 Activity #201001
I AM AN ARTIST
4-10 YRS | TERRI TOMAN
Fee: $12 per session Come nurture your creative minds and experience the world of art as we explore basic art principles and learn about famous artists. Participants will leave each class with their own completed masterpiece.
SESSION I: SPRING FLOWERS
April showers bring May flowers. Let’s look at some famous paintings of flowers and create our own spring flower garden. Monday, May 2 4-6 year olds – Activity #201005 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm 7-10 year olds – Activity #202001 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by April 25
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Unless noted otherwise, all classes are held at 2251 Howell, Lower Level of the North Kansas City Public Library.
SESSION II: GALAXIES FAR FAR AWAY
We are going to outer space for this fabulous playtime. So bring your imaginations for aliens, spaceship rides and planet exploration. We will do science experiments and create our own galaxy. Friday, June 17 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Register by June 10 Activity #201002
SESSION III: SUPER HEROES TO THE RESCUE Who is your favorite super hero? Come to this play time dressed as them and we will see if we can save the world. We will do super hero action
SESSION II: MONA LISA
Leonardo DaVinci’s Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings ever. We will learn about the Italian Renaissance artist and create our own portrait paintings. Monday, June 6 4-6 year olds – Activity #201006 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm 7-10 year olds – Activity #202002 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 30
SESSION III: DESIGN YOUR OWN JEWELRY People have been making and wearing their own jewelry all throughout time. For this session you will
training and make our own hero tools. We will even have a power snack. Friday, July 15 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Register by July 8 Activity #201003
SESSION IV: THE BIG TOP
Join us under the big top with carnival games, elephants and clowns. We will play games, try some circus yoga that the animals do before they perform and make some circus crafts. Friday, August 19 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Register by August 12 Activity #201004
design and create your own beaded creations. Monday, July 11 4-6 year olds – Activity #201007 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm 7-10 year olds – Activity #202003 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 5
SESSION IV: FAN MAKING
Let’s discover the beautiful Asian art of fan making and create our own fans to help keep us cool during the hot summer. Monday, August 1 4-6 year olds – Activity #201008 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm 7-10 year olds – Activity #202004 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 25
YOUTH programs BUTTON BIRDHOUSES 5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
Make Mom a birdhouse that she will love for Mother’s Day. We will paint a wooden birdhouse and add buttons to it. Monday, May 3 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Register by April 26 Fee: $25 Activity #202000
CHEWBACCA HAND PUPPET
5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
Who doesn’t love “Chewy”? We’ll have fun sewing Chewbacca hand puppets by hand. What could be better? Tuesday, May 17 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 10 Fee: $20 Activity #202005
COOKING MATTERS 7-12 YRS | MU EXTENSION
Cooking Matters is a six session course that combines hands-on cooking experience with nutrition education. Students will learn and practice basic cooking skills, and safety in the kitchen. Students will eat what they create in class each week. Please let staff know if your child has any food allergies. Wednesdays, May 25 – June 22 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Register by May 18 Fee: Free Activity #202007-01
COFFEE MUG FOR DAD 5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
We will make a coffee mug by dyeing it with ink. It is so much fun to make and just in time for Father’s Day. Dad will love it! Tuesday, June 7 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 31 Fee: $20 Activity #202006
PRE-ENGINEERING/ ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS: MINE, CRAFT, BUILD 5-12 YRS | PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES
Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO! Build a motorized walking Creeper, a terrifying Ghast, and a motorized Minecart! This project-based camp, designed by Play-Well instructors, combines the basic format of our core engineeringthemed programs based on the world of Minecraft. Students will explore realworld concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture while building their favorite Minecraft objects. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO. Monday – Friday, June 13 – 17 Pre-Engineering 5-7 year olds – Activity #202008 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Engineering 8-12 year olds – Activity #202009 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Register by June 6 Fee: $125
NEEDLEPOINT FLYSWATTER
5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT We will needlepoint bees and bugs on a flyswatter using yarn and a needle. This is a project for boys and girls. Tuesday, June 21 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 14 Fee: $20 Activity #202010
COOKING MATTERS DAY CAMP 7-12 YRS | MU EXTENSION
Cooking Matters is a six session course that combines hands-on cooking experience with nutrition education. Students will learn and practice basic cooking skills, and safety in the kitchen. Students will eat what they create in class each week. Please let staff know if your child has any food allergies. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 11 – 27 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Register by July 5 Fee: Free Activity #202007-02
REGISTER TODAY! To sign up for a class, you can call and make payment over the phone, or stop by the Parks & Recreation Office Monday-Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm at 2251 Howell, Lower Level of the North Kansas City Public Library. To register online, go to www.nkc.org > Departments > Parks and Recreation.
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YOUTH programs JEDI MASTER PRE-ENGINEERING CAMP 5-7 YRS | PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES
The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles by designing and building projects such as LEGO® X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire! Monday – Friday, July 11 – 15 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Register by July 1 Fee: $125 Activity #202012
JEDI MASTER ENGINEERING CAMP 8-12 YRS | PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES
The Force Awakens in this advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, and eccentric motion. Build LEGO X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far, far away. Monday – Friday, July 11 – 15 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Register by July 1 Fee: $125 Activity #202013
FLOWER LANDSCAPE PAINTING 5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
Never painted? Let the artist in you come alive. We will paint with acrylics and learn several techniques. We will paint
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with a toothbrush, sponge, q-tip, paintbrush, splatter paint and layer paints. You will be very proud of your work of art. Tuesday, July 12 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 5 Fee: $20 Activity #202015
STAR WARS RINGS 5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
You can pick your favorite Star Wars character to create your Star Wars ring. Your friends will wish they had one too. Invite them to come make one with you! Monday, July 18 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 11 Fee: $20 Activity #202014
SUPER HERO DRAMA CAMP
6-12 YRS | VANESSA DAVIS, DRAMA KIDS
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s super YOU! Participants will find their inner super hero during this week of non-stop, action-packed fun for all! Creativity is sure to “take flight” as campers create their own super hero characters, imaginative super powers, super hero logo, masks, accessories, and adventures with other young super heroes! Imaginations will run wild as young playwrights use their creativity to develop great scenes- created, directed, and performed entirely by THEM! Our campers will bring the house down during their end of camp Playhouse Presentation. Students will need to bring a sack lunch each day. DKI workshop includes: Drama Kids T-Shirt, costumes, props and art supplies. Monday – Friday, July 25 – 29 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Register by July 18 Fee: Register early and save! By April 18: $175 By May 18: $200 After June 1: $225 Activity #202016
YO-YO QUILTS
5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
Teri used to make these yo-yo circles with her mom when she was a child. This is a great quality time activity that you can do with your mom or grandma to create a quilt. You will learn how to make the circles and how to piece them together in class and complete your project on your own. Monday, August 8 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 1 Fee: $25 Activity #202017
TREE PAINTINGS WITH BUTTONS
5-13 YRS | TERI SHUBERT
Have fun blowing paint through a straw and I will show you how to paint using water colors. You will apply buttons for the leaves. This is absolutely adorable! You will want to frame and hang this project! Tuesday, August 23 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 16 Fee: $25 Activity #202018
WE’RE LOOKING FOR INSTRUCTORS If you have a hidden talent you would like to teach to others, we want to hear from you. Please contact Cheryl Martin at cmartin@nkc.org
ADULT programs FLOWER LANDSCAPE PAINTING
HAND PAINTED GLASSES
Never painted? Let the artist in you come alive. We will paint with acrylics and learn several techniques, including painting with a toothbrush, sponge, q-tip, paintbrush, splatter paint and layer paints. Tuesday, May 3 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Register by April 26 Fee: $25 Activity #203001
We will paint 4 wine or water glasses. Each glass will be handpainted with flowers. They are beautiful and great to show off at your dinner parties. Monday, July 11 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 5 Fee: $30 Activity #203008
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
RAIN DROP MOBILE
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT We will make a decorative mobile that looks like raindrops falling. Tuesday, May 10 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Register by May 3 Fee: $20 Activity #203002
YO-YO QUILTS
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
Teri used to make these yo-yo circles with her mom when she was a child. This is a great quality time activity that you can do with your mom or grandma to create a quilt. You will learn how to make the circles and piece them together in class, and complete your project on your own. Monday, May 23 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 16 Fee: $25 Activity #203003
COOKING MATTERS FOR SENIORS AGES 55+ | AMY VANCE
This five session class will focus on safety in the kitchen, cooking for one and nutrition education. Students will make healthy foods and will eat what they make in class. Wednesdays and Fridays, May 27 – June 10 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Register by May 25 Fee: Free Activity #203004
THEATRE LAB FOR ADULTS
AGES 50+ | DEB CAMPBELL
Arts & AGEing KC is bringing The Theatre Lab to North Kansas City. This six-week class includes acting, drama, and improvisation. Learn skills of spontaneity that are fit for a stage and enjoy the fun and laughter of “thinking on your feet.” Thursdays, June 2 – July 7 10:00 am – 11:00 am Register by May 19 Fee: $25 Activity #203005
SHAPE, PAINT AND TAPE AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
We will use acrylic paint to design your piece of artwork the way you want to design it. We will use tape to make the shapes and you will paint the shapes. Wednesday, June 1 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Register by May 25 Fee: $25 Activity #203006
PAPER LOTUS CANDLESTICK
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
Teri will show you step by step how to form the origami paper to make this beautiful votive candle. It is so beautiful when the candle is lit. Monday, June 27 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 20 Fee: $25 Activity #203007
SUNSET WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
We will use a technique that is very simple to learn. This is a very peaceful painting that I am sure you will enjoy painting. Don’t worry if you have never painted before, I will guide you through it. Tuesday, July 12 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Register by July 6 Fee: $25 Activity #203009
PAPER ROSE CENTERPIECES
AGES 18+ | TERI SHUBERT
You will learn how to make paper roses for a centerpiece or to use for decorations using crepe paper. You will amaze your friends with your creativity. These are also great decorations for receptions and parties. Monday, August 15 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 8 Fee: $20 Activity #203011
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SPORTS 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.
FALL SOCCER (COED)
KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 8TH GRADE
THERE WILL BE A LATE FEE OF $10.00 PER REGISTRANT IF YOU REGISTER AFTER THE DEADLINE.
TENNIS LESSONS (COED) 7 YEARS AND UP
Tennis is a great sport to stay active at any age. Come and learn the core elements of tennis in this 4-week program. We will be learning how to score and play the game as well as the basics in serving and ground-strokes! Intermediate levels will practice fundamental strokes and build consistency. Session 1: S aturdays, June 4 – 25 Register by May 27 Beginner Youth – Activity #205006-01 10:00 am – 11:00 am Intermediate Youth – Activity #205006-02 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Beg. Adult/Senior – Activity #206003-01 9:00 am – 10:00 am Session 2: S aturdays, July 9 – 30 Register by June 24 Beginner Youth – Activity #205006-03 10:00 am – 11:00 am Intermediate Youth – Activity #205006-04 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Beg. Adult/Senior – Activity #206003-02 9:00 am – 10:00 am Fee: $50
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Child must be entering in the grades listed below: DIVISIONS: A) K, 1st Grade or Age 5 by July 31, 2016 – Activity #205001 B) 2nd or 3rd Grade – Activity #205002 C) 4th or 5th Grade – Activity #205003 D) 6th, 7th or 8th Grade – Activity #205004 Registration: June 6 – July 1 (or until teams are filled). Fees: (includes t-shirt and trophy) Divisions A & B – $55 Divisions C & D – $60
BITTY SOCCER (COED)
3 & 4 YEAR OLDS (BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2016)
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 games and activities. The last week will be designated as a scrimmage game. Saturdays, September 10 – October 8 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am Fee: $40 (includes shirt and medallion) Registration: July 11 – August 12 Activity #205005
SUMMER TENNIS TOURNAMENT
OUTDOOR RACQUETBALL LESSONS
Test your tennis skills at our first ever tennis tournament. Brackets will be split into singles and doubles, age and gender. Winner of each division will receive a trophy and be our first champions! Tournament is single elimination and all games will be played to a 6 game set. Everything will be played by the honor system as there will be no line judges present. Saturday, August 6, 9 am Register by July 23 Fee: $10 Singles $15 Doubles Activity #206005
Racquetball is a growing sport and great for all ages. Come learn all of the basics of racquetball in this 4-week program. We will be learning the rules of racquetball and all of the basics to get you started! Session 1: W ednesdays, June 1 – 22 Register by May 27 Beginner Youth – Activity #205007-01 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Beginner Adult – Activity #206004-01 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
ALL AGES
7 YEARS AND UP
Session 2: S aturdays, July 9 – 30 Register by May 27 Beginner Youth – Activity #205007-02 9:30 am – 10:00 am Beginner Adult – Activity #206004-02 10:00 am – 10:30 am Fee: $20
Volunteers needed
SPORTS leagues COED SOFTBALL
Summer Registration: June 6 – July 1 Fall Registration: August 1 – August 26 Registration fee: $410.00 Activity #206001 This is a D-level doubleheader softball league. “D” leagues are for new teams and for teams playing at a recreational level. Summer leagues will be offered on Sunday evenings. Game times will be determined based on number of teams. All games are played at Macken Park. Teams are required to provide their own game balls. Each eight-team league will play a seven-game round robin. Each league will then be split, based on won-lost record, into an upper and lower division. Each four-team division will then play a three-game round robin.
MEN’S SOFTBALL
Summer Registration: June 6 – July 1 Fall Registration: August 1 – August 26 Registration fee: $390.00 Activity #206002 This is a D-level doubleheader softball league. “D” leagues are for new teams and for teams playing at a recreational level. Summer leagues are offered on Thursday nights. Game times will be determined based on number of teams. All games are played at Macken Park. Teams are required to provide their own game balls. Each eight-team league will play a seven-game round robin. Each league will then be split, based on won-lost record, into an upper and lower division. Each four-team division will then play a three-game round robin.
THERE WILL BE A LATE FEE OF $10.00 PER REGISTRANT IF YOU REGISTER AFTER THE DEADLINE. Textcaster NKC Parks and Recreation is now offering Textcaster as a way to communicate with our participants about sports rainout/make-up games, special events and other programs we offer. You can take advantage of this service by going to our website at www.nkc.org. Please follow this path: Departments/Parks and Recreation/Youth or Adult Sports. For more information or any questions, please call us at 816-300-0545.
FAMILY FIELD DAY
Come and enjoy a great day of family fun with games and activities. There will be stations throughout the park with games like Gaga Ball, Sack Races, Obstacle Courses and more. Get a punch card to turn in at the end of the day. Every station will punch your card and give you a better chance to win prizes! Saturday, May 21, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Fee: $5 per family
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Food trucks in Macken Park 2nd and 4th weeks each month, April-October Thursdays 5pm-9pm Fridays 11am-1pm Saturdays 11am-7pm
Vendors may vary. There will usually be two savory and a sweet vendor at each event.
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These events are FREE! For more information, visit us at www.nkc.org
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SPONSORSHIP opportunities All sponsorship levels include the business name displayed in promotion materials to include: North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Enrichment catalog, City of North Kansas City Facebook, Website for Parks and Recreation Special Events, email blast and North Kansas City Connection. Call North Kansas City Parks and Recreation at 816-300-0545 for more information. WINTER PRINCESS FORMAL Dancing & Diamond Sponsor: $250 • Business recognized during announcements by staff Glitz & Glamour Sponsor: $500 • Dancing & Diamond Sponsor plus: • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) on DJ table Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in December BONE-ANZA Pawsitive Sponsor: $250 • Booth Space at event Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in December
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EGGSTRAVAGANZA Entertainment Sponsor: $500 • Business recognized during announcements by staff • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) during the event. Activity Sponsor: $750 • Entertainment Sponsor plus: • Space to host a 10x10 booth at event to distribute marketing materials (preapproved by NKC Parks and Recreation) during the event. Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in December
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Bring Fido on down to hunt Enter to win for over 500 bone-filled eggs Multiple pet vend a free day at the spa for Fido or other ors will great prizes Bring your own be on hand to share the latest trend camera for pictu res with the Easte s in pet care r Bunny
MOVIES IN THE PARK Three family friendly movies under the stars at Macken Park Festival Shelter Best Supporting Sponsor: $250 • Business recognized during announcements by staff Best Lead Sponsor: $500 • Best Supporting Sponsor plus: • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) during the event. Best Picture Sponsor: $750 • Best Lead Sponsor plus: • Space to host a 10x10 booth at event to distribute marketing materials (preapproved by NKC Parks and Recreation) during the event • Recognition on Pre-movie Advertisement slide show Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in April
FESTIVAL IN THE PARK This family friendly event will consist of a day full of activities from a pancake breakfast, kids area with activities, petting zoo, train ride and so much more. The festival will have all day concerts, concessions, arts and craft vendors. Bronze: $250 • Business recognized during announcements by staff Silver: $750 • Bronze Sponsor plus: • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) during the event Gold: $1500 • Silver Sponsor plus: • Space to host a 10x10 booth at event to distribute marketing materials (preapproved by NKC Parks and Recreation) during the event Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in August HOWL-O-WEEN Pawsitive Sponsor: $250 • Booth Space at event Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in August SPOOKTACULAR Trick or Treat Sponsor: $500 • Business recognized during announcements by staff Pumpkin Patch Sponsor: $750 • Trick or Treat Sponsor plus: • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) at the pumpkin patch Ghost & Goblins: $1500 • Trick or Treat Sponsor plus: • Business recognized during announcements by staff • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) on the hayride • Space to host a 10x10 booth at event to distribute marketing materials (preapproved by NKC Parks and Recreation) during the event Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in August MAYOR’S TREE LIGHTING Ornament Sponsor: $250 • Business recognized during announcements by staff • Ornament hung on tree with business name (business must provide) Tree Topper Sponsor: $500 • Ornament Sponsor plus: • Space to hang your banner or sign (up to 4’ by 6’) on performance stage Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in August KRIS KRINGLE & K9’S Pawsitive Sponsor: $250 • Booth Space at event Deadline for Sponsorship Commitment: First Friday in August
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PARKS
DAGG PARK
715 EAST 21ST AVENUE
Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily, Memorial Day to Last Sunday in September (weather permitting) Park Rules 1. In the event of an emergency, call 911 or use the Emergency Call Box located on the exterior wall of the family changing room. 2. There is no attendant on duty; use at your own risk. 3. Vacate the premises immediately when there are any signs of thunder, lightning, or severe weather. 4. Bathing suits or swim trunks are required for all spray ground users. 5. Children who are not toilet trained are required to wear a swim diaper or rubber pants without a diaper. 6. Parental or guardian (18 years or older) supervision is required for all children ages 13 years and younger. 7. Any person with open sores, cuts or obvious skin or body infections is not permitted on or in the spray ground. 8. Be considerate of others. All participants of the spray ground must conduct themselves in a courteous, safe, and familyoriented manner.
Actions/Items are PROHIBITED on the spray ground • Running/horseplay • Glass bottles, glass containers, food or drinks • Tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs • Street shoes • Chairs, water toys, water balloons, foreign objects or sports equipment • Inappropriate behavior, language, or apparel • Climbing on the fixtures • Skateboards, rollerblades, roller skates, bicycles • Defacing or damaging of property • Pets/animals • Bathing
North Kansas City Parks and Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
WAGGIN′ TRAIL OFF-LEASH DOG PARK 432 EAST 32ND AVENUE
A partnership between the City of North Kansas City, Missouri and City of Kansas City, Missouri
Waggin’ Trail Off-Leash Dog Park is 4.70 acres, with designated areas for small dogs (less than 30 lbs.) and large dogs (more than 30 lbs.). Park Rules 1. All Park patrons must comply with the park rules as stated. Persons failing to comply with the rules may be subject to a formal complaint filed with the North Kansas City Police Department. Persons asked to leave the park premises who do not comply may be subject to prosecution for trespassing. 2. Off-leash dog areas are for dogs and their handlers. No animals other than dogs shall be permitted in the areas. No other use is permitted, including skateboard, bicycles, scooters, strollers and rollerblades. 3. Handlers must “scoop the poop” and dispose of waste in designated Park provided container. (Ordinance 6.12.120) 4. To create a positive experience for you and your dog, make sure your dog knows how to appropriately socialize with other dogs before using the Park. 5. Dog owners assume all risk related to the use of the Dog Park. The Cities of North Kansas City or Kansas City shall not be liable for any injury or damage caused by dogs or handlers. Handlers are responsible for any injuries caused by dog(s) under their control. 6. Dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior are not allowed in the park. Dogs must be removed immediately from park at the first sign of aggression. (Ordinance 6.12.090) 7. Dogs in the Small Dog area are to be less than 30 pounds. No dogs under the age of 4 months are allowed. All dogs exceeding 30 pounds are required to use the Large Dog area.
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Female dogs in heat and dogs with fresh wounds are not allowed in the Dog Park. (Ordinance 6.12.100) All dogs must be current on their vaccinations along with displaying current tag on a collar or harness. (Ordinance 6.12.020) SPIKED COLLARS ARE NOT ALLOWED. All animal to human bites must be reported to the City of North Kansas City Animal Control Department immediately. (Ordinance 6.16.020) Dogs must be on leash, a maximum length of 6 feet, when entering and exiting the off-leash dog areas. Handlers must have possession of the dog leash at all times. No dogs are allowed within the off-leash area while restrained by a leash. Children 5 and under are not allowed in the off-leash dog areas. Children 6 – 15 must be accompanied by an adult and handlers must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Dogs must be under voice control of their handler and in view of their handler at all times. Only 2 dogs are allowed per handler. Handlers must repair all holes and damage done by their dog under their supervision. Park Hours of Operation are 6AM to Sunset or 9PM whichever comes first.
1 MILE = A PPROX. 6 LAPS ON LARGE DOG TRAIL APPROX. 8 LAPS ON SMALL DOG TRAIL
FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL: Animal Control: 816-274-6024 Police Non-Emergency: 816-274-6032
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Emergencies: 911 North Kansas City Parks & Recreation: 816-300-0545
PARKS MEMORIAL PARK
Located at 716 East 23rd Avenue adjacent to the North Kansas City High School. The park is defined by a street meridian and contains several features commemorating the history of wars fought involving American citizens. A replica of the Statue of Liberty is located in Memorial Park.
MACKEN PARK
Located at the corners of Clark Ferguson Drive and Howell Street is home to many varied park activities. This 60-acre park is utilized for sports leagues, walking, picnicking and several forms of recreation.
PARK AMENITIES
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
North Kansas City Parks and Recreation is looking for great volunteers to assist the department at one of our special events. If you are interested in volunteering please contact us at 816-300-0545 or parks_rec@nkc.org. Sunday, May 22 Friday, June 10 Friday, June 24 Friday, June 24 Friday, July 8 Friday, July 22 Friday, August 12 Friday, August 26
Food Truck Frenzy Friday Night Concert A Night Out in Macken Movie in the Park Friday Night Concert Movie in the Park Friday Night Concert Movie in the Park
• 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 • One-half mile roller-blading trail • Two playgrounds • Park Service Complex
GEOCACHING
Geocaching is a worldwide, treasure hunting adventure! North Kansas City Parks and Recreation has joined the movement and hidden a cache somewhere in our park systems. We would like for the city to join the fun by participating and hiding/finding their own caches. For more information on how geocaching works, go to www.geocaching.com and start your own account. It is completely free and a great hobby for all ages.
MACKEN PARK TENNIS COURTS CAN BE RESERVED. $25 FOR 2 HOURS Call us at 816-300-0545 for more information.
SHELTER RENTAL INFORMATION RESIDENTS
NONRESIDENTS
RESERVATIONS OPEN MARCH 1, 2016
RESERVATIONS OPEN APRIL 1, 2016
Macken Park Shelters #1 and #4 Capacity: 100 people
$50
$100
Macken Park Shelter #2 and #3 Capacity: 60 people
$30
$70
Macken Park Shelter #6 Capacity: 80 people
$50
$80
$300 + $100 deposit
$300 + $100 deposit
Festival Shelter #5 Capacity: 200 people
Above rates are for 6 hours. All facilities at Macken Park have electricity and grills. Inflatable Permit Fee $25 along with proof of insurance and NKC business license from rental company.
Laguna Bay Shelter (Dagg Park) Capacity: 25 people
$50
$75
No grills allowed. Reservations are for 3 hours. Any Reservation Change: $25 Fee
REFUND POLICY: NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED UPON THE CANCELLATION OF A PICNIC SHELTER IN MACKEN PARK INCLUDING FOR INCLEMENT WEATHER. ANY PARTIES INTERESTED IN HOSTING A SPECIAL EVENT AT MACKEN PARK MUST SUBMIT A SPECIAL EVENT USAGE PERMIT A MINIMUM OF 45 DAYS PRIOR TO THE DATE OF EVENT.
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816.300.0545 parks_rec@nkc.org
P.O. Box 7468 2251 Howell North Kansas City, MO 64116
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