NKC Parks & Recreation Summer 2022 Enrichment

ENRICHMENT SUMMER 2022

Fun in the Sun! 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.

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

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

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We are committed to encouraging public utilization of park facilities.

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

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

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.

VISIT OUR REGISTRATION SITE: nkcpr.activityreg.com

ADDRESS 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116 816.300.0545 www.nkc.org

STAFF

PARK BOARD

Victoria Ressler, Director

Roberta Larsen, President Ken Karnes, Vice President David Taylor, Secretary Adam DeGonia, Treasurer Liz Ryan Carol Sivils Kath Stanley Katie Stokes Valerie Swearingen

Coti Meier, Marketing and Events Coordinator

John Alas, Park Supervisor

Monday, July 4

Kevin Cole, Alita Sledz, Dino Varela, Earl Beatty, Park Maintenance

Monday, September 5

Marcia Hansen, Administrative Assistant

in observance of Labor Day

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STAFF AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Monday, June 20

in observance of Independence Day

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ADVANCE

Cheryl Martin, Recreation Manager

in observance of Juneteenth

North Kansas City Parks and Recreation

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

Monday, May 30

in observation of Memorial Day

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Tim Myers and Maliyah Shelton, Facility Coordinators

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YOUTH PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS SPORTS EVENTS PARKS RENTAL INFORMATION

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR Spring has sprung and it is wonderful to see the park come to life with all types of activity. Youth baseball and softball are underway, tennis, bitty soccer, and soon we will be adding pickleball.

We have many exciting projects happening at Macken Park. The ball diamond one renovation is almost complete. New tennis court lighting, converting the old ballast lighting to new LED sports lighting will soon be installed, and going out for bid is the resurfacing of Wheel Park and park restroom renovations.

Dagg Park splash ground will open over Memorial Day weekend as we kick off summer. We are also gearing up for our Friday Night Concerts with several tribute bands in the works, like The Phil Collins Experience, Bob Jovi, Bonnie Raitt, and Bob Seiger to name a few and Movie in the Park will be back for the months of June, July, and August. We also host a lunchtime concert series, called “Friday in the Park” featuring different styles of entertainment over the lunch hour.

Our 6th Annual Arts in the Park festival is coming up the second weekend in June. We are planning for approximately 40 art vendors featuring different mediums, live music, beer garden, food trucks and entertainment for the kids. We hope you can come join us.

NKC Parks & Recreation offers a wide variety of programs year round for ALL ages. Follow us on Facebook, North Kansas City Parks & Recreation or check out offerings and sign up for activities at nkcpr.activityreg.com.

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Youth Programs CAMPS

CELEBRATING SPRING ART CLASS

PERFORMING ARTS CAMP

We will enjoy celebrating spring in Art by making sculptures of flowers and butterflies in clay, working with watercolor to make a spring scene and a mixed media butterfly suncatcher.

Ages 5 - 13 | Ms. Heather

Ages 5 – 11 | Ms. Heather

Join us for our Performing Arts Camp! Four days of Singing, Dancing, Acting, Comedy, and Games! Come and learn acting styles, dance techniques, new songs, jokes, and more! Along with team building that comes with Performing Arts such as, healthy self-image, concentration, dedication, leadership skills, and most importantly, FUN! Please have children dress comfortably with athletic or tennis shoes please, no sandals. Please make sure that students pack a sack lunch and a water bottle.

Monday, July 11 – Thursday, July 14, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Register by June 27

Fee: $100

PIONEER CAMP

Join us for Pioneer Camp! Four fun filled days where we learn about what it was like to be a Pioneer in America. We will be square dancing, making fresh lemonade, stamping designs in tin, making pioneer food like drop biscuits and churning butter, playing Pioneer games, and more! Each day we will craft, dance, play, and cook! Please have students bring a sack lunch and water bottle.

Monday, July 25 - July 28 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Fee: $100

Ages 7 - 11 | Ms. Heather

Join us for this Imaginative Baking Camp! Four fun filled days of baking and creating in the kitchen. Day 1: Breakfast Baking - scones, muffins, biscuits, donuts. Day 2: Cupcakes – baking cupcakes, filling, frostings, piping skills, and decorating. Day 3: Dough and Bread - fruit bread, homemade butter, garlic bread, and pizza dough. Day 4: Sweets - chocolate making, gummy candy, rock candy, and more. Please have students wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothes. Please send each child with a sack lunch and a water bottle.

Monday, August 15 – 18, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Fee: $150

ART CLASSES BRACELET MAKING: FIDGET BRACELET Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids in this class will enjoy making a bracelet that will keep them busy.

Wednesday, May 18, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 13

Fee: $20

EXPLORE 4-H: CLOVER KIDS Ages 5 - 13 | Ms. Heather

We will explore different 4-H project areas such as, arts, cooking essentials, science, outdoor exploration, technology, etc. The kids will participate in hands-on activities that will allow them to explore their interests and maybe even find a new one! Along with our activities, we will learn a new quick and easy recipe for a snack!

Register by May 27

Fee: Free

BRACELET MAKING: HEISHI STRETCH BRACELET Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids will have fun creating Heishi Stretch Bracelets that are colorful and can be stacked for different looks.

Friday, June 3, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 29

YOUTH BAKING CAMP

Register by August 1

Register by May 18

Friday, June 3, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Ages 5 – 11 | Ms. Heather

Register by July 11

Monday, May 23, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Fee: $20

Fee: $20

BRACELET MAKING: MALA BRACELET Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids will have fun creating a mala bracelet made with brightly colored mala beads and tassels.

Tuesday, June 14, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 9

Fee: $20

BEACH TOWEL TIE DYE Ages 5 - 13 | Ms. Heather

Come and tie-dye with us! This year we will be Tie Dying Beach Towels! These are customizable and so much fun!

For students under 9yrs old, we kindly ask that a parent or guardian accompanies the student during the class.

Monday, June 27, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Register by June 22

Fee: $25

BRACELET MAKING: AQUA HEMP WRAP BRACELET Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids will have fun creating an aqua hemp wrap bracelet that will remind them of the beach. It is summer after all!

Monday, June 6, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 1

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Fee: $20

OUTDOOR PAINTING

SUMMER BAKING

Come and paint outside with us! We will be doing Jackson Pollock emotion painting, straw painting, and more! Each child will bring home a project on Canvas. Please wear clothes and shoes that can get messy. We will meet at Shelter 6. In case of inclement weather, we will meet at the Parks and Recreation Center.

Join us for our annual seasonal baking class!

We will be making fruit tarts, flowerpot cakes, and more!

Ages 5 – 13 | Ms. Heather

Thursday, July 7, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 30

Fee: $20

BRACELET MAKING: MULTI WRAP MEMORY WIRE BRACELET Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids will tap into their creativity and see what happens while making a multi wrap memory wire bracelet.

Monday, August 8, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 3

Fee: $20

ALL ABOUT CLAY

We will learn, play, and create with clay! Each student will make two projects that they will bring home.

Wednesday, August 10, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fee: $20

BRACELET MAKING: MEMORY WIRE CHOKER Ages 10-15 | Ms. Brenda

Kids will have fun creating their own memory wire choker which they’ll never need help clasping or worry about breaking the clasp!

Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 19

Fee: $20

COOKING CLASSES

Register by: June 21

Fee: $20

FRUIT PASTRY BAKING Ages 5 - 13 | Ms. Heather

Join us for Youth Summer Baking! We will be learning to make Lemonade Scones, Peach Cake, and Mixed Fruit Muffins.

Wednesday, July 6, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 29

Fee: $20

ALL ABOUT BREAD

Ages 5 – 13 | Ms. Heather

We will be making fruit bread, pizza dough, Hand Pies, and homemade butter.

Register by August 2

Fee: $20

NATURE CLASSES BACKYARD BIRDS Ages 5-13 | Mrs. Carol

Come learn about birds that you might see in your backyard or in local parks. We will learn what they look like, the sounds they make, what they eat, nesting habits, and more. Each child will receive a packet which will have sheets for each bird, a list of birding links, and a birding journal. We will break about half way into the class, if weather permits, we will walk over to the park to look for birds, then come back and discuss the birds that we saw and finish the rest of the class.

Wednesday, May 18, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Register by May 13

SOLAR SYSTEM PLANET COOKIES Ages 5 - 13 | Ms. Heather

Join us for this fun cookie making class! We will learn to make sugar cookies in different sizes along with special cookie icing in many colors then create a solar system of cookies! They will get to bring their cookies home after class.

Monday, May 9, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 4

Tuesday, June 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Tuesday, August 9, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Ages 5 - 13| Ms. Heather

Register by August 3

Ages 5 -13 | Ms. Heather

Fee: $20

Fee: $20

BIRDS OF PREY

Ages 5-13 | Mrs. Carol

Come learn about birds of prey that can be seen in our area. We will learn what they look like, the sounds they make, what they eat, nesting habits, and more. Each child will receive a packet which will have sheets for each bird, a list of birding links, and a birding journal. We will take a short break half-way through the class, if weather permits ,we will walk over to the park to talk about where to look for birds of prey, then come back to finish the class.

Wednesday, May 25, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Register by May 20

Fee: $20

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Adult Programs MAKE AND TAKE CLASSES

HAPPY CAMPER WOOD SIGN

BRACELET MAKING: KNOTTED LEATHER LARIAT Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

If you can tie knots, this is the class for you! With some creativity, create a knotted leather lariat.

Monday, May 23, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 18

Fee: $25

CUSTOMIZABLE DOORMAT Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Come make an adorable customizable doormat in this class! You can customize them with designs and words. All participants will get a blank doormat and then use stencils and paint to make their doormat. We will weather seal them at the end of class.

Tuesday, May 24, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Register by May 16

Fee: $35

BRACELET MAKING: VINTAGE BRACELET Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

Vintage and feminine, create a bracelet that will make you smile every time you wear it.

Monday, June 6, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 1

Fee: $25

BRICK LIBRARY PATIO DECOR Ages 16 + | Ms. Heather

Come make this adorable Brick Library for your Patio or Garden. Each student will get 6 bricks and all supplies to paint and customize them.

Tuesday, June 21, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by June 13

Fee: $35

BRACELET MAKING: CRYSTAL & TUBE BEAD MEMORY WIRE BRACELET Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

Create this crystal and tube bead memory wire bracelet that’s a little dressy and a lot of fun!

Monday, July 11, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 6

Fee: $25

BRACELET MAKING: FOUR STRAND LEATHER WRAP BRACELET Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

Create this boho bracelet that you’ll love wearing!

Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 8

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Fee: $25

Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Join us for craft night! We will be painting and personalizing this adorable Camping Door Hanger. Super cute to keep up during any season.

Wednesday, July 20 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by Wednesday, July 13 Fee: $30

BRACELET MAKING: BASIC STRINGING NECKLACE Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

Create this chic necklace with basic stringing and adding the finishing touches.

Friday, July 22, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by July 17

Fee: $25

BRACELET MAKING: WIRE WRAPPED CHARM BRACELET Ages 16+ | Ms. Brenda

This class is an introduction to wire wrapping. You’ll be glad you took this class every time you look at it.

Tuesday, August 16, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 11

Fee: $25

GUMBALL MACHINE DOOR HANGER Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Join us for this fun craft class where we will make an adorable gumball machine door or wall hanger. Perfect for your front door, classroom, or office.

Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 17

Fee: $35

COOKING CLASSES THAILAND CUISINE Ages 16 + | Ms. Heather

Join us for this Adult Cooking class where we will venture into Thai Cuisine.

We will be making Pad Thai, Tom Kha Kai (Chicken in Coconut Soup), Thai Green Curry and Thai Iced Coffee. Come hungry because we will eat during class.

Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by May 12

Fee: $25

CAKE BAKING AND DECORATING CLASS Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Join us for a night of cake baking and decorating. Come and learn how to make multi-layer cakes. We will be making an almond cake with key lime buttercream and raspberry compote, lemon naked cake

with strawberry buttercream and fresh fruit, and a chocolate madness cake with chocolate icing, chocolate ganache and chocolate art. We will not be doing fondant work in this class.

Learn to bake, cut, make icing, and decorate!

Wednesday, June 22, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by: June 16

Fee: $25

Chronic pain is a daily challenge that includes many types of conditions from various causes. Join Amy as she gives you proven tools to deal with your chronic pain.

Register by July 4

Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Join us for this fun Cuban Cuisine Class! We will be making plantains, Arroz con Pollo, Papas Rellenas, and a dessert!

Tuesday, July 19, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Fee: $25

ALL ABOUT SUSHI Ages 16+ | Ms. Heather

Join us for this sushi class. We will learn how to assemble sushi, make sushi rice, and sauces. No raw fish will be used during this class.

Tuesday, August 23, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by August 16

Ages 55+ | Amy Vance

Mondays and Thursdays, July 11 - August 18, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

CUBAN CUISINE

Register by July 12

CHRONIC PAIN SELF MANAGEMENT

Fee: $25

WELLNESS CLASSES

Fee: Free

DAY TRIP FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL Ages 50+ | New Dinner Theater

A new musical adaptation of the beloved novel and the hit Disney film is a heartfelt, comedic and unexpectedly emotional update on the American classic. When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again.

By spending a day in each other’s shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another’s struggles, learn selfacceptance and realize the immeasurable love and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.

Wednesday, Aug 24, Bus Departs: 11:00 am /Returns: 4:00 pm Register by July 10 Fee: $38 (Includes transportation, ticket to play, and lunch)

YOGA IN THE PARK

Ages 16+ | Amy Vance and Tina Duer

NKC Parks and Recreation is partnering with the NKC Public Library to bring you outdoor yoga at Macken Park. Grab your mats and water bottles, folks! Meet at the gazebo by the tennis courts (across from the Norclay building, at the corner of Howell and Clark Ferguson Drive). Registration limited.

Session 1: Wednesdays, May 11 - September 28, 6:30 pm Session 2: Saturdays, June 4 - August 27, 10:00 am Register at www.nkcpl.org/event-created/month Fee: Free with registration

PREGNANCY WELLNESS Ages 16+ | Kelsey Zydel

In this class expecting mothers will learn about nutrition, supplements, essential oils, exercise and stretches that can be used throughout pregnancy. Make sure to dress comfortably!

Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Register by June 9

Fee: $25

POSTPARTUM RECOVERY Ages 16+ | Kelsey Zydel

This class focuses on the physical and emotional changes that can occur after delivering a baby, as well as ways to care for yourself while adapting to your life as a parent.

Tuesday, July 12, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Register by June 7

Fee: $25

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Sports FALL YOUTH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL 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! 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.

T-BALL (CO-ED)

Ages 4-6 by September 1 T-ball is the foundation of every future baseball/softball player’s career. Teams focus on understanding the basics of the game, having fun and making new friends. Our goal is for each child to learn the correct skills for batting, throwing and catching to encourage their passion for baseball or softball.

Registration: July 1 - August 1 (or until teams are filled) Fees include jersey, hat and trophy $10 Fee for late registration

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COACH PITCH

Ages 7-9 by September 1 Players will learn to hit the ball as it is being pitched from a coach and cooperate as a team to earn runs and outs. The primary goal is to prepare your child for the next level of play.

All practices and games are held at Macken Park.

Co-Ed T-ball Fee: $70

All practices and games are held at Macken Park.

Co-Ed Baseball Fee: $80

KID PITCH

Ages 10-12 by September 1 Kid Pitch baseball is the final step in our recreation program toward preparing players for competitive play. Players are introduced to other players pitching and incorporate all their skills from batting, throwing and fielding. Your child will completely understand the essence of baseball/ softball after completing the season.

All practices and games are held at Macken Park.

Girls Softball Fee: $80

ADULT PICKLEBALL LESSONS

Co-Ed Baseball Fee: $95 Girls Softball Fee: $95

the difference between an outdoor and an indoor ball, how to keep track of the score, and the basic skills to play the game. Equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own racquet if you have one. Let’s do this!

Fee: $50 per session Session 1: Tuesday/Thursday, June 14, 16, 21, 23 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL

Pickleball is a fun and addictive game that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. This introductory class is geared toward newbies to the sport and taught by a certified instructor. You don’t have to be an athlete to feel empowered by this fun sport, and if you are an athlete, test your skills in this new popular sport. Learn

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Session 2: Tuesday/Friday, July 12, 15, 19, 22 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm Session 3:Tuesday/Friday, August 9, 12, 16, 19 Ages 50+: 10:00am – 11:30am Ages 16+: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

YOUTH CHEER

PRESCHOOL SPORTS

BEGINNING CHEERLEADING

BITTY ATHLETES (CO-ED)

Ages 6 - 10 | Chloe Cook Students will learn cheer routines and be able to perform the routine for parents at the end of the 8 weeks. Sessions will focus on learning cheers, basic form, and techniques.

Students will receive a set of pom poms and a t-shirt.

Saturdays, June 4- July 30, 10:15 am - 11:15 am (No class July 4th Weekend) Register by May 28 Fee: $80

Ages 4-6 Bitty Athletes is a four-week intro to basic fundamentals of sports. We will work on overall hand-eye coordination, balance, athleticism, and having fun!

Saturdays, 9:00 am - 9:50 am Fee: $40 Session 1: June 4 - 25 Session 2: July 9 - 30

Register by May 28 Register by July 2

BITTY SOCCER (CO-ED)

Ages 4-6 (Must be 4 by Aug. 1, 2022) 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.

Saturdays, August 20 – September 24 (No class Labor Day Weekend) Registration: July 1 – August 1 Fee: $50 (includes T-shirt and medal) Sessions: 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES RECREATIONAL MEN’S/CO-ED SOFTBALL

This is an E-LEVEL softball league. The main focuses of this league is friendly competition, building camaraderie, and having fun! Coed Games are on Sunday evenings and Mens Games are Thursday nights. 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 with an end of season tournament for a total of 10 games.

Teams must pay a $50.00 non-refundable deposit to hold their spot.

SUMMER LEAGUE

FALL LEAGUE

Co-Ed Division: Sundays, 6:00 pm Season begins July 17 Manager’s meeting: July 12, 6:00 pm

Co-Ed Division: Sundays, 6:00 pm Season begins September 11 Manager’s meeting: September 7 6:00 pm

Men’s Division: Thursdays, 6:00 pm Season begins July 21 Manager’s meeting: July 12, 6:30 pm

Men’s Division: Thursdays, 6:00 pm Season begins September 15 Manager’s meeting: September 7, 6:30 pm

Registration: June 1 - July 1 Fee: $410 per team All fees must be paid in full by July 8.

Registration: August 1 - September 1 Fee: $410 per team All fees must be paid in full by Sept 9.

Don’t Have a team? Give us a call at 816-300-0545 for single player registration!

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Special Events

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Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us at 816-300-0545 or visit us at the Parks and Recreation Center, located at 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive, North Kansas City, MO 64116.

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Parks

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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 features interactive water play and an ocean theme without standing water, plus a rope play system for all ages.

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, picnicking and more.

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.

PARK AMENITIES

COMMENTS OR CONCERNS? CONTACT US

• Festival Shelter – reserved for large gatherings

North Kansas City Parks & Recreation 816-300 - 0545

• Four large park shelters available for reservation

• 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

parks_rec@nkc.org

DOG PARK ISSUES? Animal Control 816-271-6024 Police Non-Emergency 816-274-6032 Parks 11

Rental Information MACKEN AND DAGG PARK SHELTER RENTALS REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT: Festival Shelter requires a $100 refundable deposit, while all other shelters require a $50 refundable deposit.

REFUND POLICY: There Will Be No Refunds For Cancellations, Including Inclement Weather. There is a fee of $25.00 for any changes made to your reservation.

Reservations must be made in person at the Parks and Recreation Center. Shelter reservations begin March 1st. The Festival Shelter can be reserved a year in advance.

MACKEN AND DAGG PARK SHELTER RATES: - All Macken Park shelters have electricity and grills. - Food must be kept inside of shelter area.

- All inflatables must be acquired through Parks & Recreation (no inflatables at Dagg).

SHELTERS #1 & #4 #2 & #3 #6 Festival Laguna Bay

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CAPACITY 1OO People 60 People 80 People 200 People 25 People

RESIDENT $50.00 $30.00 $50.00 $300.00 $60.00

NON-RESIDENT $100.00 $70.00 $80.00 $300.00 $85.00

RENTAL TIME BLOCKS: SHELTERS 1-4, 6 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

FESTIVAL SHELTER 6 HOURS Between the hours of 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

LAGUNA BAY 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SHELTER RULES: 1. Applicant is responsible for leaving the facilities in clean and presentable condition. Please use receptacles for trash.

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No adhesives and metal fasteners of any kind (tape, staples, tacks, etc.) on ANY structures in the park, including shelters.

Pinatas, confetti, silly string, and water balloons are prohibited.

City ordinance #3883 prohibits all alcoholic beverages, including beer, on park property, which includes parking area.

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

6. Pop up tents, canvassed coverings, or any form of tables and chairs outside the shelter area must be secured by support weights and preapproved by the Parks Director.

7. Music may be played at shelter at a reasonable level.

8. Rentals that include, but not limited to: walk/run events, DJ or Band, inflatables may require additional permits.

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PARKS AND RECREATION CENTER RENTALS Nestled in the beautiful landscape of North Kansas City’s Macken Park, we offer a serene environment with a contemporary look, stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking our premiere terrace and the lush green grounds of the park. Our facility also features a drop-down screen and projector and a state-of-the-art sound system for sharing presentations, videos and photos with your guests.

All rentals require a 2-hour minimum and a $100 refundable deposit. Remember to include set up and tear down in your rental time.

Ryan Hall (1600 sq. feet) • Patio access • A/V option available • 15’ x 15’ dance floor option available Wedding/Banquet layout: Up to 100 people Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 72 people Pricing Resident: $70/hour Non-Resident: $85/hour A/V (Optional): $40

East Ryan Hall (800 sq. feet) • Patio access • A/V not available Wedding/Banquet layout: 42 people Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 30 people Pricing Resident: $60/hour Non-Resident: $70/hour

West Ryan Hall (800 sq. feet) • No patio access • A/V option available Wedding/Banquet layout: 42 people Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 30 people Pricing Resident: $55/hour Non-Resident: $65/hour A/V (Optional): $40

Cottonwood Meeting Room Up to 18 people Pricing Resident: $45/hour Non-Resident: $50/hour A/V (Optional): $25 Microphone not available

Maple Game Room Up to 16 people Pricing Resident: $45/hour Non-Resident: $50/hour

A La Carte Amenities These options may be added to certain rental agreements.

Contact us for more information.

Audio/Visual Includes screen, projector, hook up, handheld microphone or lapel microphone Pricing: $40

Catering Kitchen Includes refrigerator, freezer, ice machine, stove, microwave and warming oven Pricing Resident: $45 flat fee Non-Resident: $55 flat fee

Lobby Cocktail party setup: Up to 60 people

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Seated ceremony setup: Up to 80 people

1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116 816.300.0545 | www.nkc.org

Pricing Resident: $50/hour Non-Resident: $60/hour

Office Hours: Monday–Friday: 9am–5pm

1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116