SEPTEMBER 2023
Saturday, September 9
Hike the trails on your own between 10-11:30am at Ritter Farm Park in Lakeville while solving clues and gathering information to solve a mystery. This is a dog friendly event. See page 3.
OCTOBER 2023
On the cover: Enjoy the new playgrounds installed at Claret and Biscayne Parks this Fall!
Rosemount Food Truck Festival
Saturday, September 16
from 4-9pm at Central Park.
See page 3.
The City of Rosemount will be hosting its annual Fall Clean-Up Day on Saturday, October 7 from 8am to 12pm at Erickson. Once again Rosemount will partner with the Michelle Hoagland Group, Keller Williams Preferred Realty to hold a free Paper Shredding Event in the lower City Hall parking lot. See page 4.
The annual Halloween Trail is scheduled for Saturday, October 28 from 6pm– 8pm. This event is held at Central Park (across from City Hall). This year’s Halloween celebration will provide a fun-filled evening for preschool through middle-school aged youth. The trail will begin at the lower level of the Shamrock Animal Hospital parking lot (The Warehouse Fitness Center) on Highway 3 (South Robert Trail), wind its way through Central Park, and exit on 145th Street West. Go to rosemountevents.com for more information. See page 5.
41st ANNUAL
www.rosemount.mn.gov
DECEMBER 2023
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 2
Register your family for a fun morning of crafts and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. See page 6.
The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Activities and Information brochure is distributed three times a year as a public service by the City of Rosemount. The Rosemount logo is a service mark which is owned by the City of Rosemount. This publication is prepared by the Parks and Recreation Department. We invite comments or suggestions by contacting Lisa Maurer, Recreation Supervisor and brochure coordinator at 651-322-6003 or lisa.maurer@ci.rosemount.mn.us. Design: Barbara Pederson.
Parks and Recreation Office
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am4:30pm
Rosemount Community Center
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am4:30pm Evening and weekend hours are dependent upon scheduled activities.
Steeple Center Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30am3:30pm, Fri: 8:30am-12pm.
Rosemount Ice Arena 651-322-6001
Community Center Rental Information 651-322-6002
Steeple Center Rental Information 651-322-6016
Park and Park Shelter Rental Information 651-322-6011
Fax Number 651-322-6080
Pre-Recorded information Line
651-322-6020: Select 1 of the 2 choices below for a pre-recorded message: Weather Related Information, program cancellations and facility closings Arena Information and Public Skating Schedule
“Bring your own Coolers” and lawn chairs and enjoy the music of “Skitzo Fonik”.
Food trucks will be onsite to complete the perfect evening out!
WHEN: Saturday, August 19
TIME: 7pm WHERE: Central Park 2893 145th Street West
Rosemount
AGES: All ages COST: FREE
Events take place at the Amphitheater at Central Park, 2893 145th Street West. Bring your blanket, cooler and lawn chair and enjoy our beautiful Central Park this summer. In case of inclement weather, performances will be cancelled. Check the City of Rosemount Facebook page or call the prerecorded information line at 651-322-6020 to find out if a performance has been cancelled.
We invite all tennis enthusiasts to the Fall “Rosemount Community Tennis Night”! Join us at Erickson Park Tennis Courts for a fun evening of introductory tennis activities led by the Girls’ Varsity tennis team. Then, stay for hot dogs and the fast-paced fun of cheering the Rosemount High School Girls’ Tennis Team to victory in their match against South St. Paul. Bring your own chairs.
For more information contact Rosemount Parks and Recreation at 651-322-6000.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 22
TIME: 5-6pm
Stay to watch the Girls’ Varsity tennis team take on South St. Paul
WHERE: Erickson Park Tennis Courts
AGES: All ages
COST: FREE
Weather related information line: 651-322-6020, #1.
WHEN: Saturday, September 16
TIME: 4pm-9pm
WHERE: Central Park
2893 145th Street West Rosemount
AGES: All ages COST: FREE
Play Sherlock Holmes while walking the trails at Ritter Farm Park. Collect clues and gather information to solve the mystery. Registration begins 9:45am. Hike begins 10am. This is a FREE event.
WHEN: Saturday, September 9
TIME: 10-11:30am
Registration: day-of only. 9:45am
Hike starts at 10am.
WHERE: Ritter Farm Park
19300 Ritter Trail
AGES: All ages COST: FREE
WHEN: Saturday, October 7
TIME: 8am-12pm
WHERE: Erickson Park 14115 Brazil Avenue Rosemount
*Confidential shredding located in the lower City Hall parking lot, 2875 145th Street West
Residents are welcome to drop off items that are not normally collected by trash haulers, such as mattresses, appliances, and scrap metal. Free confidential shredding is also provided courtesy of Michelle Hoagland Group, Keller Williams Preferred Realty. Confidential shredding will take place in the lower City Hall parking lot during the same hours. For a list of accepted items and fees, please visit Rosemount’s Citywide Clean-up Events webpage. Please note that this event is for Rosemount residents only, and a driver’s license or other proof of residency will be required to participate.
DON’T
The Fix-It Clinic is in Rosemount! Fix-It Clinics help reduce unnecessary trash sent to landfills and empower individuals by teaching troubleshooting and repair skills. Bring up to three items that need fixing or mending such as lamps, vacuum cleaners, and clothes. You must be able to carry items into the clinic, so no oversized items. Bring any tools and supplies you think might help with the job; however, volunteers have plenty of tools.
WHEN: November 18
TIME: Noon-3pm
WHERE: Robert Trail Library (14395 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount)
Bring your gently-used and clean outdoor winter clothing you no longer want and bring home items that are new to you! No item donation is necessary to shop the swap; take or bring as much as you want! Please ensure that any items you bring are in fair condition, clean, and usable. Broken, ripped, or stained items not accepted. Event staff reserve the right to refuse any items. Please contact Violet at (612) 268-9097 or violet.penman@rosemountmn. gov with any questions.
WHEN: November 18 TIME: Noon-2pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200/201
14375 South Robert Trail, Rosemount
Rosemount residents can drop their string lights in the containers at the Community Center or the Steeple Center lobby anytime during building hours from November 15, 2023 to January 31, 2024. Holiday lights are also accepted year-round at The Recycling Zone, located at 3365 Dodd Road, Eagan. Please do not drop off cord adapters, plastic rope lights, CFL lights, or battery packs. Garlands, fake trees, statuary, and metal fixtures are not accepted.
WHEN: November 15, 2023January 31, 2024
WHERE: Steeple Center or Rosemount Community Center
The annual Halloween
Trail is scheduled for Saturday, October 28 from 6-8pm. This event is held at Central Park (across from City Hall). This year’s Halloween celebration will provide a fun-filled evening for preschool through middle-school aged youth. The trail will begin at the lower level of the Shamrock Animal Hospital parking lot (The Warehouse Fitness Center) on Highway 3 (South Robert Trail), wind its way through Central Park, and exit on 145th Street West. Go to rosemountevents.com for more information.
WHEN: Saturday, October 28
TIME: 6-8pm
WHERE: Central Park 2893 145th Street West
Rosemount
AGES: All ages
COST: FREE
Rosemount Halloween Committee PO Box 198
Rosemount, MN 55068
Email: rosemounthalloween@charter.net
Residents can drop their pumpkins in the labeled bins in the lower City Hall parking lot any time from Saturday, November 4 through Sunday, November
5. Painted pumpkins and pumpkins with excessive wax or other inorganic residue cannot be accepted and should go in the trash. Please do not put anything other than pumpkins or gourds in the container.
WHEN: November 4-5, 2023
WHERE: North end of the lower City Hall parking lot
2875 145th West
Area volunteers will pass out candy; non-perishable food item donations will be accepted at the trail entrance for the Rosemount Family Resource Center/360 Communities.
Be sure to wear your Halloween costume and dress appropriately for the weather.
For more information or to volunteer, please call Mike Bouchard at 651-423-4603.
No pets are allowed on the Halloween Trail.
Bring your gently-used and clean Halloween costumes you no longer want and bring home items that are new to you! No item donation is necessary to shop the swap; take or bring as much as you want! Please ensure that any items you bring are in fair condition, clean, and usable. Broken, ripped, or stained items not accepted. Event staff reserve the right to refuse any items. While this event occurs in Farmington, all are welcome to attend! Please contact Violet at (612) 268-9097 or violet.penman@rosemountmn.gov with any questions.
WHEN: October 21
WHERE: Noon-2pm
WHERE: Rambling River Center Banquet Room, 325 Oak St., Farmington
Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to town to make an appearance and spend some time with your family at Breakfast with Santa! Kids will enjoy creating various holiday crafts while everyone enjoys a continental-style breakfast of muffins, donuts, fruit, yogurt, juice, hot cocoa and coffee. Bring your cameras and cell phones to take photos with Santa. Staff will be available to assist with photos.
Children and adults both need to pre-register for this event. Register early. Space is limited and may fill prior to the registration deadline.
WHEN: Saturday, December 2
TIME: 9-11am
WHERE: Rosemount Community Center Banquet Hall
13885 South Robert Trail
AGES: Children and Adults
FEE: $5 per child/$5 per adult
REGISTER BY: Friday, November 24
PARENT/TOT OPEN GYM (AGES 5-UNDER)
This FREE program provides children ages five and under an opportunity for recreational playtime in the gymnasium. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in order to participate in this drop-in program. The Parks and Rec-
reation Department provides balls and other fun play equipment. Supervision of children during parent/tot open gym is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.
WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (Starts September 6)
TIME: 9:30 -11am
WHERE: Community Center Gymnasium PARENT/TOT OPEN GYM SKIP DATES: September 20, October 13, November 10, December 1, December 25
Santa Claus is coming to Rosemount! Give your child a wonderful memory of Christmas 2023 with a personalized letter from Santa Claus himself! The letter will be addressed directly to your child. To personalize the letter, simply fill out the form below and submit it to our office no later than Wednesday, December `13. We want to make sure your child has Santa’s letter before Christmas.
FEE: $4 per letter
Please PRINT clearly so Santa will have accurate information:
Parent’s name:
Child’s name:
Age:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Phone Number:
What should Santa emphasize in his letter (positive accomplishments or good behavior that Santa can note)?
What is on the child’s Christmas “wish list” that Santa WILL bring?
What are the names and types of your family’s pets?
Please make checks payable to “City of Rosemount”
Clip and send/deliver to Rosemount Parks and Recreation
13885 South Robert Trail, Rosemount, MN 55068 by Wednesday, December 13.
Connecting People to Nature by “TEACHING ANYTHING OUTDOORS”. That is the mission of EcoElsa LLC. Natural spaces provide many opportunities for people whether it is as a place to stay physically active, to rest and relax, to be curious and explore, and so much more! This is why EcoElsa curriculum and programs are developed to show how nature can be a space for teaching different subjects and topics; and for different learning styles.
The three goals of EcoElsa are:
Helping people get outdoors to learn and have fun
Creating resources so that anything can be taught outdoors
Making the outdoors more accessible for more people
Our pre-school classes focus on helping preschoolers connect to nature while also preparing for school. All classes have activities for multiple learning styles as well as the opportunity to practice different developmental skills like fine and gross motor, social, emotional, communication, and more!
Join EcoElsa to explore through nature learning about the plants and animals that call it home. We will do a wide variety of outdoor activities that are great for preschoolers to get their minds and bodies moving!
WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy
WHEN: Friday, September 15
TIME: 10am - Noon
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $24 per child/adult pair $12 per additional child
REGISTER BY: Friday, September 1
Bring your preschooler to this fun class with science and art activities all around fall leaves. Kids and parents will learn together how to use leaves for science experiments and art projects. This class is full of great family fun while also learning about fall and why leaves change colors!
Your kids will learn skills through fun games and activities that will help them learn what to do in a survival situation. Participants will leave knowing the rules of three, how to signal and look for help, shelter engineering, fire science and safety, and more!
Learn how scientists and engineers study nature to find solutions to fix the problems we face in this STEM class. Kids will put their problem solving skills and creativity to the test to find a solution to a variety of challenges like earthquake proofing buildings, designing prosthetic limbs, and more!
WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy
WHEN: Friday, October 13
TIME: 10am - Noon
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $24 per child/adult pair
$12 per additional child
REGISTER BY: Friday, September 29
WHO: Ages 6-14
WHEN: Sunday, September 10
TIME: 9am-Noon
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $39 per person
REGISTER BY: Friday, September 1
WHO: Ages 6-14
WHEN: Friday, November 3
TIME: 8-11am
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $39 per person
REGISTER BY: Friday, October 20
Kids will learn how animal migrate through hands on activities that get them out exploring. Class will include activities like how to make your own compass, navigating with a compass, and more! Great information and skills for kids and families to learn in a fun and engaging way with activities they can do at home!
WHO: Ages 5-11
WHEN: Friday, August 18
TIME: 9am - Noon
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $40
REGISTER BY: Friday, August 4
Join a Naturalist from EcoElsa to learn how to conduct different animal surveys and experiments. Kids will learn how to observe different animals and collect data about them and their habitats as well as how to report that data as a “citizen scientist.” Camp will include getting to interact with a wide variety of plants and small wildlife like insects, amphibians, snakes, and birds as well as using different scientist tools to do their research and exploring. Kids will need to bring their own lunch as one will not be provided. Also make sure to dress for the weather; closed toed shoes and preferably long pants as most of the class will be spent outdoors and off trail in some areas!
WHO: Ages 7-14
WHEN: Monday-Thursday, August 28-31
TIME: 9am-Noon
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $115
REGISTER BY: Monday, August 14
Kids will learn survival skills through fun games and activities. They will leave knowing a wide variety of outdoor survival skills like the rule of three, how to signal for help, shelter engineering, fire science and safety, treating water, orienteering, and more! Plus, at the end of the camp they will get the chance to test out all their skills in a survival scenario and graduate from Survival Camp! The skills are not only great for a lost/survival situation but also for camping and outdoor excursions as well as teaching kids confidence, self-reliance, teamwork, and problem solving. Make sure to dress for the weather and wear closed toed shoes and long pants as most of the class will be spent outdoors!
WHO: Ages 7-14
WHEN: Monday-Thursday, August 28-31
TIME: 1-4pm
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $115
REGISTER BY: Monday, August 14
You and your family will learn how to orienteer through woods and how animals migrate through activities that get you out exploring and moving. Class will include activities like how to make your own compass, navigating with a compass, and more! Great information and skills for kids and families to learn in a fun and engaging way with many activities you can continue to do at home!
Your family will learn skills through fun games and activities that will help them learn what to do in a survival situation. Participants will leave knowing the rules of three, how to signal and look for help, shelter engineering, fire science and safety, and basic water treatment skills.
Join EcoElsa on a night hike. Learn about and listen to the creatures that call Minnesota home and are active during the night. Participants will get to do owl calls, play night games, and more!
WHO: Families with kids ages 5+
WHEN: Sunday, September 10
TIME: 1-4pm
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $55 per family
$24 per person 16+
REGISTER BY: Friday, September 1
WHO: Families with kids ages 5+
WHEN: Saturday, November 11
TIME: 1-4pm
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $55 per family
$24 per person 16+
REGISTER BY: Friday, October 7
WHO: Families with kids ages 5+
WHEN: Saturday, November 11
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park
FEE: $45 per family
$20 per person 16+
REGISTER BY: Friday, October 27
WHEN: Thursday, October 19 –Sunday, October 22
TIME: Walk anytime between 8am-8pm
WHERE: Central Park
2893 145th Street
West Rosemount
AGES: All ages
COST: FREE
The Robert Trail Library and Rosemount Parks and Recreation are once again teaming up to offer a Storywalk though Central Park during MEA Break. Take a self-guided walk in the park on Thursday, October 19-Sunday, October 22 while reading pages from the children’s book “We All Play”, by Julie Flett. A Storywalk is an innovative and delightful way for children and adults to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children’s book will be installed along the path around the pond at Central Park. As you stroll down the trail, you’re directed to the next page in the story. This Storywalk is about ¾ of a mile and stroller friendly.
Animals and kids love to play! This wonderful book celebrates playtime and the connection between children and the natural world. Beautiful illustrations show: birds who chase and chirp, bears who wiggle and wobble, whales who swim and squirt, owls who peek and peep, and a diverse group of kids who love to do the same, shouting “We play too”!
You are invited to our special Grandparent & Me Workshop event. Make some fun memories with your grandchild (or other significant child in your life) with a take home DIY construction project, games, yummy snacks, and a photo booth. Ages 4-8 with an adult.
WHEN: Thursday, October 19
TIME: 10-11:30am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $8/person
REGISTER BY: Thursday, October 5
You are cordially invited to our special Grandparent & Me Tea. Dress for the occasion! Make some fun memories with your grandchild (or other significant child in your life) with crafts, games, and a photo booth. We will serve a variety of teas and juices, yummy appetizers, and fun fancy desserts. We will have teacups available, but please feel free to bring your own if you would like. Ages 4-8 with an adult.
WHEN: Thursday, October 19
TIME: 2-3:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $8/person
REGISTER BY: Thursday, October 5
The Rosemount Learn to Skate program offers a basic skills program. This program offers a skill progression designed to enhance the capabilities of all skaters. Please look carefully at the class descriptions. It is not uncommon for a student to repeat a level before mastering all the skills at that level. All classes are held on Monday evenings at the Rosemount Ice Arena, 13885 South Robert Trail. Questions should be directed to Rosemount Parks & Recreation at 651-322-6000.
The above times are suggested class times. These times may change depending on the number of registrations and age of students registering for each level. Class times will be assigned accordingly, and every attempt will be made to notify participants before the first class if their class time has changed.
FALL SESSION 1
Mondays, September 11-October 23, 2023 DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thursday, September 7, 2023
FALL SESSION 2
Mondays, October 30-December 11, 2023
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thursday, October 26, 2023
FEE: $78
NOTE: There are no refunds for Learn to Skate Lessons after the registration deadline.
6:05pm
• 3’s/4’s P.A.L.S(Parent and little skater)
• 3’s/4’s Classes
• Snow Plow Sam- Levels 1-4
• Basic 1
6:40pm
• 3’s/4’s Classes
• Snow Plow Sam- Levels 1-4
• Basic 1
• Basic 2
7:15pm
• Snow Plow Sam- Levels 1-4
• Basic 1
• Basic 2-6
• Pre-Free Skate and Free Skate
• Hockey Track
Skaters Ages 3 and 4
• P.A.L.S.- Parent and Little Skater
• 3’s/4’s Class: Please note there are two classes: 3’s/4’s Beginner class and 3’s/4’s Advanced class. See Class descriptions for more information.
Skaters Ages 4-7
• Snow Plow Sam - Levels 1-4 These classes are for kids ages 4-7 who have some to no experience with ice skating. See page 14 for more details on each class.
Beginner Skaters Ages 4 and up
• Basic 1
Basic 2 - Free Skate and Hockey Track:
• Passed pre-requisite classes
• Must have passed Basic 2 OR Snow Plow Sam Class Level 4.
All skaters will be evaluated the first week and placed in a class that matches their skating ability and age.
P.A.L.S. - PARENT AND LITTLE SKATER:
This class is designed for parents and new skaters to learn basic skills together. Some of the skills included are forward marching, twofoot glides, dips, and starting backward wiggles.
3’S/4’S CLASS:
This class is designed for 3 and 4 year olds who have no to little experience with ice skating. They will learn basic skills such as forward marching, two-foot glides, dips, and starting backward wiggles.
• 3’s/4’s Beginner class: This class is for 3 and 4 year olds who have very little to no ice skating experience.
• Skaters and/or parents must have ice skates to participate. No roller blades or other type of skate.
• Protective headgear is required in all classes. Bike helmets or lightweight hockey helmets are acceptable.
• Only skaters enrolled in the Learn to Skate program may be on the ice.
• Name Tags: All skaters should pick up their name tags as they enter the arena. Class time, class level and class color are on the tag. Skaters should skate to the corresponding color on the glass at their lesson time.
• Class Attire: Skaters should wear warm, comfortable clothing. Dress in layers so jackets and sweaters can be removed as the skaters warm up. Mittens or gloves are a must. No tight jeans as they restrict movement.
• Rental skates are not available. Please make sure your skate blades are sharp and your boots fit properly. No double-blade skates are allowed.
• 3’s/4’s Advanced class: This class is for 3 and 4 year olds who have some to minimal ice skating experience. They should know how to do the following skills: standing up on the ice, forward marching and some backwards skating.
SNOW PLOW SAM (4-7 YEARS OLD): There are four levels in this curriculum. Once all 4 levels are passed students will advance to Basic 3. This curriculum is designed to develop the preliminary coordination and strength necessary to move on skates.
• Snow Plow Sam 1: This class is designed for kids 4-7 years old who have no to minimal ice skating experience. They will learn the following basic skills: forward marching, glides, dips, and start backwards wiggles.
• Snow Plow Sam 2: This class is designed for kids 4-7 years old who have passed Snow Plow Sam 1. They will continue to practice skills learned in SPS 1 as well as learning new skills such as: backward wiggles, swizzles and beginning snow plow stop.
• Snow Plow Sam 3: This class is designed for kids 4-7 years old who have passed Snow Plow Sam 1 and 2. Skaters will continue practicing skills from the previous levels as well as learn new skills such as: one foot glides, forward and backward swizzles, etc.
• Snow Plow Sam 4: This class is designed for kids 4-7 years old who have passed Snow Plow Sam 1, 2, and 3. Skaters will continue practicing previously learned skills as well as new skills such as: backward two foot glide, backward swizzles, rocking horse, etc.
Apply online at rosemountmn.gov if you are interested in an instructor position for our Learn to Skate program. A shortage of instructors may cause us to suspend our skating lessons. To avoid this from happening, please consider teaching this fall or forwarding this to others who may be interested. Contact Lacelle at 651-322-6011 with questions.
THE BASIC SIX:
These six levels introduce the fundamentals of skating moves which include forward and backward skating, stops, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Six, skaters will have the knowledge to advance to the Free Skate Levels.
• Basic 1: This class is designed for skaters ages 4 and up with little or no skating experience. Skaters will learn the following basic skills: forward/backward skating, swizzles, stopping, etc.
• Basic 2-3: These classes are designed for skaters who have passed Basic 1 and/or Snow Plow Sam level 4 Skaters will be evaluated the first night to determine appropriate basic skills level.
• Basic 2: Skaters will work on scooter pushes, one foot glides, moving stops, etc.
• Basic 3: Skaters will work on backward one foot glides, backward swizzles, forward slaloms, etc.
• Basic 4-6: Designed for skaters who have passed Basic 3. Skaters will work on edges, crossovers, spins, stroking, etc.
• Basic 4: Skaters will practice previous skills as well as learn backward skating, turns, edges, etc.
• Basic 5: Skaters will work on crossovers, backward pumps, edges, spins, etc.
• Basic 6: Skaters will work on backward crossovers, edges, turns, spins, etc.
PRE-FREE SKATE AND FREE SKATE 1-4: Designed for figure skaters that have passed Basic 6.
• Pre-Free Skate: Skaters will work on 3-turns, edges, crossovers, and beginning spins. They must have experience and have passed the Basic Skills levels before signing up for pre-free skate.
• Free Skate 1-4: Skaters will continue practicing previously learned skills in pre-free skate. They will learn how to do spins, backward 3-turns/edges, etc.
HOCKEY TRACK (4 years and older that have passed Snow Plow Sam Level 4 or Basic 2) Designed for skaters who plan to play hockey or are currently playing hockey. Skaters will work on stronger forward and backward skating, stops, crossovers, edge work, etc. All elements will be taught without a stick or puck.
SKIP DATES:
Sunday, October 1
Thursday, October 19
Thursday, November 2
Thursday, November 23 Sunday, November 26
22 7-8:30pm FREE!
Skate Rental: The Rosemount Ice Arena does NOT have skates available for rental.
• An informal drop-in hockey program is offered to youth (ages 6 and younger).
• Parents or chaperones may also skate but must wear a helmet.
• Pick-up games can be played.
• Teams are formed by the participants.
SKIP DATES: Thursday, October 19, Thursday, November 2, Thursday, November 23
TIME CHANGES: Monday, November 13: 7:15-9am Tuesday, November 14: 7:15-9am Friday, December 1: 6:30-8am
SKIP DATES: Thursday, November 23 Friday, November 24
It is time to organize your team for the 2023 Rosemount Parks and Recreation Men’s 4-on-4 Basketball League. All participants must be 18 years of age or older. Games are played at the Rosemount Community Center on Wednesday evenings beginning September 13. The league fee is $104. Interested teams should call the Parks and Recreation office at 651-322-6011 for more information or to receive a registration packet.
WHO: Ages 18+
WHEN: Wednesday evenings beginnng
September 13, 2023
WHERE: Rosemount Community Center
LEAGUE FEE: $104
“Step Out and Walk About” the Community Community Center Hallways: Monday on scheduled events)
Community Center Gymnasium: Monday
Adults of all ages are invited to “walk about” the Community Center. Maintain your walking program all year ‘round, rain or shine, heat or sleet. Weather is no longer an excuse! Walking maps are available at the Parks and Recreation Office located on the lower level of the Rosemount Community Center, 13885 South Robert Trail.
WHEN: Monday-Friday
TIME: 8am-4:30pm*
WHERE: Community Center Hallways
*Evening hours depend on scheduled events
WHEN: Monday-Friday
TIME: 8-9am
WHERE: Community Center Gymnasium
Adults of all ages are invited to “walk walking program all year ‘round, rain excuse! Walking maps are available lower level of the Rosemount Community
GYM SKIP DATES:
August 24-25
August 28-29
November 10
November 23
Skip Dates: August 16-30, September
September 4
September 20
December 1
December 25
November 8, November 11, November
October 13
1. Online
• Go to www.rosemountmn.gov and click on Government, then Parks and Recreation.
• On the Parks and Recreation home page, click on the box “Online Registration”. You will be directed to our online registration home page.
• Click on the “Registration” tab to view available programs or
• Create an account for you and all family members to register for programs.
2. By Mail
• Mail your completed registration form along with full payment to: Rosemount Parks and Recreation 13885 South Robert Trail Rosemount, MN 55068
3. In Person
• Register at the Parks and Recreation Office in the lower level of the Community Center at 13885 South Robert Trail, Monday – Friday between the hours of 8am–4:30pm.
4. By Fax
• Fax your completed registration form to: 651-322-6080.
5. Drop Box
• Drop your completed registration in the drop box located outside of City Hall (2875 145th street West) or inside the Steeple Center (14375 South Robert Trail).
Registration Information:
CONFIRMATION: Letters are not sent confirming your registration. Assume you are in the program you register for unless notified otherwise.
CANCELLATIONS: We reserve the right to cancel an activity if registrations are insufficient. Minimum/maximum requirements are set for each program. If an activity is cancelled, you will be notified as soon as possible and receive a full refund.
REFUND POLICY: Registration fees for programs cancelled by the Parks and Recreation Department or cancelled by the participant prior to the registration deadline will be fully refunded. Due to circumstances beyond our control, there are no refunds for certain preregistered programs.
FEE ASSISTANCE: Limited funds are available to Rosemount residents for financial assistance to participate in recreational programs. For information call 651- 322-6000.
EQUAL ACCESS OPPORTUNITY FOR PROGRAMS/SERVICES: Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate in programs are available upon request with a minimum of 96 hours advance notice. The City will make every attempt to provide the aids; however, this may not be possible on short notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Rosemount is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual preference or status with regard to public assistance.
DATA PRIVACY ACT: In accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the Parks and Recreation Department hereby informs you that the personal information we are requesting of you and/or your child or guardian on our registration form is now considered private. Private data is available to you and to City staff who need to have this information to perform their duties, but not to the public. While you may choose to withhold this data, the consequences could be that the City’s Parks and Recreation staff may not be able to complete your registration and/or you may not receive updated program information, such as schedule changes.
PLEASE MAIL OR DELIVER TO:
Rosemount Parks and Recreation
13885 South Robert Trail
Rosemount, MN 55068
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Enjoy the perfect fall day with a ride on a historical train operated by the Minnesota Transportation Museum!
Return to 1948 as you ride on a vintage train from Osceola to Marine on St. Croix. Traveling high on the bluffs, enjoy the beautiful woodlands full of wildlife in the backwaters. Cross the St. Croix River on a Swing Bridge that used to open to let the Steamboats pass through. An onboard box lunch includes a turkey sandwich with tomato, lettuce, chips, cookie, and a beverage. On the way home, we will stop at Pine Tree Apple Orchard to shop. Each fall they have many different apple varieties to choose from as well as fabulous apple bakery products.
WHEN: Thursday, October 12
DEPART: 9am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)
RETURN: 4pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center
FEE: $92 per person
REGISTER
BY: Monday, September 11
WHEN: Thursday, November 16
DEPART: 10:45am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)
RETURN: 4:30pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center
FEE: $91 per person
REGISTER
BY: Monday, October 16
This trip will take us to the Old Log Theatre in Excelsior for a great meal and a great show! We will start with lunch in the Old Log Dining Room, which will include a choice of 1) bone-out short rib with mashed potatoes, green beans and au jus, 2) chicken breast with roasted red potatoes, green beans and a sherry cream sauce, 3) vegetarian pasta made with house marinara and fresh vegetables. All meals include rolls, coffee,
tea, and dessert. After lunch we will move into the theater for a performance of “Million Dollar Quartet”. This Tony Award winning musical captures the memorable day when four Rock ‘n’ Roll greats made music history. On December 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought together Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley at Sun Records’ storefront studio in Memphis, TN. The man who made it happen was the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll”, Sam Phillips, who discovered them all. This was the only occasion the four legends-to-be played together, and it has come to be known as one of the greatest rock jam sessions of all time.
WHEN: Wednesday, December 13
DEPART: 9:30am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)
RETURN: 10pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center
FEE: $95 per person
REGISTER BY: Monday, November 13
Head north to celebrate the holiday season! After a comfort stop on the way, our first destination will be Blackwoods Restaurant in Duluth for lunch. Locally owned and family-operated since the early 90s, everything on the menu is fresh and made from scratch. You will have a choice of 1) chicken pot pie served with side of cranberry chutney, or 2) homestyle meatloaf served with mashed potatoes. Both options come with fresh baked cornbread, a petite dessert and a beverage. After lunch, we will head to the famed Glensheen Mansion. The small rooms of the estate will be
decorated for the holiday season. Stories of the Congdon family and others who lived and worked at Glensheen bring this magnificent mansion to life. Our final stop will be at Bayfront Festival Park to experience “Bentleyville Tour of Lights.” Walk through the remarkable display with millions of lights, Christmas trees, music and see Santa’s helpers strolling about. Throughout the 20-acre area, there is complimentary hot cocoa, coffee, popcorn, cookies and marshmallows that you can roast over the fires. We will top off the day with a quick stop for a snack (on own) at Tobies in Hinckley.
Are you ready to explore the world again? I know we are!
WHEN: Wednesday, October 11 TIME: 10am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: FREE
Join Landmark Tours to learn more about our fantastic group travel opportunities.
All programs for older adults are held at the Rosemount Steeple Center, 14375 South Robert Trail, unless otherwise noted. In addition to all of the scheduled activities and programs at the Steeple Center, we also encourage people to just stop in!
There is always coffee brewing in the beautiful lobby area, and we have a fully stocked game cabinet with card and board games, a book and puzzle exchange and more!
Join us as we learn more about the exciting world premiere of the play “Free Air” written by RAAC member John Loch and directed by Keith Reed. They will be on hand to discuss a unique part of Rosemount’s history when Hollywood came to town to film an adaptation of Sinclair Lewis’ book Free Air. See photos and hear stories from the production process of the first movie ever filmed in Minnesota in 1921. They will also talk about their upcoming play, which will bring the book and movie to life on stage right here at the Steeple Center!
You are cordially invited to our special Grandparent & Me Tea. Dress for the occasion! Make some fun memories with your grandchild (or other significant child in your life) with crafts, games, and a photo booth. We will serve a variety of teas and juices, yummy appetizers, and fun fancy desserts. We will have teacups available, but
Come celebrate fall with free cookies and warm apple cider at the Steeple Center! While here, check out the Landmark Tours Travel Showcase and learn about all the amazing upcoming trips they have planned. See page 22 for more info on the travel showcase.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 13
TIME: 1-2pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: FREE REGISTER
BY: Monday, September 11
WHEN: Thursday, October 19
TIME: 2-3:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $8/person
REGISTER
BY: Thursday, October 5
please feel free to bring your own if you would like. Ages 4-8 with an adult. Children and adults both need to pre-register for this event.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 11
TIME: 9:30-10:30am
(while supplies last)
WHERE: Steeple Center, Lobby
FEE: FREE!
You’re invited to our special Grandparent & Me Workshop event. Make some fun memories with your grandchild (or other significant child in your life) with a take home DIY construction project, games, yummy snacks, and a photo booth. Ages 4-8 with an adult. Children and adults both need to pre-register for this event.
WHEN: Thursday, October 19
TIME: 10-11:30am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $8/person
REGISTER BY: Thursday, October 5
Do you like jigsaw puzzles? Are you looking for some friendly competition? Then join us for our first ever Puzzle Mania puzzle competition! Grab your team of up to 4 people and get ready to compete against other teams to see who can complete the same 500-piece puzzle the fastest. The team that completes it the fastest or is the farthest along after 2 hours
Come and Deck the Halls with us at the Steeple Center, Assembly Hall that is, for our 7th annual Holiday Cheer party. This year we will celebrate the holiday season with some good old--fashioned Bingo! There will be prizes, refreshments and yummy holiday treats for all.
WHEN: Wednesday, December 20
TIME: 1-2:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: FREE
REGISTER BY: Friday, December 15
WHEN: Wednesday, November 8
TIME: 1-3pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $20/team up to 4
REGISTER BY: Wednesday, November 1
is deemed the winner! Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third places. Pricing is per team, but only one person needs to register for their team. Teams get to keep their puzzle.
These classroom-driving courses will provide you with a certificate that by state law permits a reduction in your insurance premiums. The certificate is good for three years!
8-Hour Program:
Drivers over 55 are eligible to receive a 10% discount on their auto insurance upon completion of this program. This 8-hour program offers a learning experience for participants by providing instruction from a certified professional who uses the most up-to-date research in the field. Topics covered include but are not limited to: visual scanning techniques, steering techniques, antilock brake systems, airbag safety and new vehicle technology.
WHEN: Monday/Tuesday September 25-26
TIME: 5:30-9:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: $28 per person
REGISTER BY: Thursday, September 21
This 4-hour refresher is open to anyone who has taken an 8-hour course within the last three years. Participants of all 8-hour courses are welcome. This course has demonstrated a reduction in accidents and traffic violations and is designed to meet the needs of the mature driver. Topics reviewed include but are not limited to: visual scanning techniques, antilock brake systems, airbag safety and new vehicle technology.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 4
TIME: 9am-1pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: $24 per person
REGISTER BY: Wednesday, September 27
Join certified instructors Stacey Popp (Tuesdays) and Lori Kampa (Thursdays) for this 50+ Yoga class. Proper breathing and gentle postures will be taught to enhance physical strength and mobility. Chairs are available and can be used to adapt poses for your comfort. The class environment will help promote peaceful, joyful and healthy individuals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mats.
WHEN: Tuesdays or Thursdays
TIME: 1-2pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: $30/session (4 classes)
REGISTER BY: 1 Week Prior to Session Start
TUESDAY CLASSES
Session 9: September 5-26
Session 10: October 3-24
Session 11: October 31-November 21
Session 12: November 28-December 19
THURSDAY CLASSES
Session 9: September 7-28
Session 10: October 5-26
Session 11: November 2-30 (skip November 23)
Session 12: December 7-28
We have partnered with DrumFIT, the world’s leading cardio drumming program, to have access to their extensive on-demand class content and video library. DrumFIT Classics Music, Memory & Motion is a unique cardio drumming program, designed for older adults, that uses movement and rhythm to benefit both the mind and body. Participants benefit from improved memory and cognitive function, increased heart
Have you been searching for ways to get involved? Consider joining the Steeple Service Crew! This group volunteers together in the community. It is a great way to give back while meeting new people. Different volunteer opportunities are coordinated bi-monthly, and you can choose which you would like to participate in. If you are interested, please reach out to Stephanie Baumann at 651-322-6016 or stephanie. baumann@rosemountmn.gov to be added to the email list.
WHEN: Tuesdays
TIME: 10am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
FEE: $10/month
REGSITER BY: 1 week prior to session start
health, enhanced mood as well as reduced stress and anxiety, while drumming along with great generational music.
SEPTEMBER 19
Fabric Pumpkin
Please join the Craft Club every third Tuesday afternoon of the month. All projects will be completed in about 2 hours and if you think you might need a little help, a facilitator will be available to lend a hand. Supplies and tools will be provided. If you like crafting and a little conversation, this is the club for you! Please note that pictures are examples only; actual projects will vary.
OCTOBER 17
Fall Stenciled Wood Sign
NOVEMBER 21
Christmas Countdown Wood Slice
WHEN: 3rd Tuesdays
TIME: 1pm
DECEMBER 19
Holiday Twig Trees
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202
FEE: $6/session
REGISTER BY: 1 week prior
Medicare, with all its changes, can be very complicated, but you don’t have to let it complicate your life! Meet with a Health Insurance Counselor from Trellis who can assist with:
• Understanding the basics of Medicare and Medical Assistance
• Choosing a Medicare supplement
• Choosing a Medicare Part D plan
• Processing of Medicare and Medical Assistance claims
• Assisting with health insurance forms
• Exploring ways to lower prescription drug costs
Appointments ae required. Visit https://trellisconnects.org/ get-help/medicare/ (preferred) or call the Senior LinkAge Line at 1-800-333-2433 to schedule.
WHEN: First & third Mondays
TIME: 1pm & 2:15pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Conference Room
FEE: FREE!
Skip the theater prices and come enjoy a free movie presentation with your friends at the Steeple Center! Closed captioning will be turned on.
AUGUST 28: “80 For Brady”
SEPTEMBER 25: “A Man Called Otto”
OCTOBER 23 : “Champions”
NOVEMBER 27: “Mrs. Harris
Goes to Paris”
No Movie in December
Cub Pharmacy staff will be on site to administer flu vaccinations. They will have many vaccines available, including Flu-Quad, and a High Dose flu vaccine for those over age 65. These are covered by Medicare Part B and most insurance plans, so please bring your cards.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 3 TIME: 10-11:30am
WHERE: Steeple Center Lobby
A nurse from The Rosemount Senior Living will be at the Steeple Center the first Tuesday of each month to do free blood pressure checks!
WHEN: Fourth Mondays TIME: 1pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: FREE!
WHEN: First Tuesdays TIME: 10:45-11:15am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Conference Room
FEE: FREE!
Interested in getting outdoors this spring and summer to walk? Would you like some company to make the walks a bit more fun? If you answered yes, then please consider joining our Steeple Center Walking Club! We will meet at Central Park and walk the beautiful Koch Minnesota Trail. One loop is approximately 0.8 miles, and you can make the loop once, twice, or as many times as you would like! All ability levels are welcome. Bring a snack and stay after for some more socializing if you would like!
WHEN: Wednesdays, May-September
TIME: 9am
WHERE: Central Park (2893 145th Street West)
The Woodcarving Club at the Steeple Center is a social group, without formal instruction. Get together with others who share your hobby and learn from each other! Please bring your own tools, supplies, and patterns and some to share if you choose.
WHEN: Mondays and Fridays
TIME: 9am-12pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202
Calling all book lovers! We are partnering up with the Robert Trail Library to offer a book club right here at the Steeple Center. There is no cost, and no need to register. Just come on in and join the discussion!
TITLES:
AUGUST 18: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
SEPTEMBER 15: The Lost Ticket by Freya Sampson
OCTOBER 20: Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach
NOVEMBER 17: Funny Farm: My Unexpected Life with 600 Rescue Animals by Laurie Zaleski
DECEMBER 15: True Biz: A Novel by Sara Novic
WHEN: Third Fridays
TIME: 10am
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200
Do you have an interest in quilting or sewing? If so, you need to check out the Quilting Group at the Steeple Center! This is a social learning group, and all skill levels are welcome! Participants are asked to bring their own supplies and projects. This provides an environment to work on those projects in the company of others with a common hobby. Help spread the word and bring in your quilting friends!
Do you enjoy watercolor or acrylic painting? Join others who share your interest on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month in Room 202 at the Steeple Center! These social gatherings are open painting sessions, and participants are asked to bring their own supplies. All ability levels are welcome, and participants are encouraged to share their skills in a non-structured setting. Come join in on the fun!
WHEN: First, second and fourth Tuesdays
TIME: 10am-3pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202
WHEN: First and third Wednesdays
TIME: 12:30-3:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202
Calling all knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! Get together with others who share your hobby for this fun social group. Bring your own tools and supplies but share your ideas, creativity and skill with others!
WHEN: Mondays
TIME: 1-3:30pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Lobby
A new community group has recently started to support volunteering around Rosemount. Check out the new website, www.volunteerrrosemount.com, a one-stop shop where you can find a wide variety of volunteering opportunities in Rosemount.
Membership: The Rosemount Area Seniors (RAS) is a social group that hosts a variety of card games and other activities and events at the Steeple Center along with the Parks & Recreation Department. While membership is not required to participate in these or any other activities at the Steeple Center, there are some benefits to becoming a member. A $10/person annual fee that covers a calendar year gets you a discount on the monthly catered luncheons and mystery trips typically hosted twice per year, and you will get a copy of the News from the Steeple Center monthly newsletter mailed directly to your home. Starting in October, you can complete your 2024 RAS membership application. This can be done through the Parks & Rec online registration system, or by completing a form available online or at the Steeple Center.
Join us for cards and games in Room 100 at the Rosemount Steeple Center. Everyone is welcome to play!
BRIDGE:
MONDAYS, 9am 500
MONDAYS, 12:30pm
BID EUCHRE
TUESDAYS, 9am
HAND AND FOOT
TUESDAYS, 1pm
CANASTA
WEDNESDAYS, 10am
DOMINOES
2ND WEDNESDAY, 1pm
BINGO
3RD WEDNESDAY, 1pm
CARD BINGO
4TH WEDNESDAY, 1pm
CRIBBAGE
THURSDAYS, 9am
DOUBLE PINOCHLE
THURSDAYS, 12:30pm
EUCHRE
FRIDAYS, 9am
Players of ALL AGES are welcome! The cost is $1 for prize money. Registration begins at 6:45pm. Play begins at 7pm sharp in Room 100 at the Steeple Center.
WHEN: Friday, October 20
TIME: 7pm
WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 100
FEE: $1 for prize money
Join the Rosemount Area Seniors for a membership meeting, delicious lunch catered by House of Coates, and entertainment! Menus and entertainers are noted below.
Tuesday, September 5
Menu: Meat Loaf, Sweet Potatoes, Pasta Salad, Dessert
Entertainment: The Grace Notes Trio
Tuesday, October 3
Menu: Lasagna, Salad, Breadsticks, Dessert
Entertainment: Card Bingo
Thursday, November 9*
Menu: Thanksgiving Meal with Trimmings
Entertainment: David Jones Historical Presentation on the Flag
Tuesday, December 5
Menu: Holiday Hors d’oeuvres
Entertainment: Malt Shoppe Melodies Christmas Show
WHEN: First Tuesday of the month (*unless otherwise noted)
TIME: 11:30am luncheon l 12:15pm entertainment
WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
FEE: $13 for RAS members, $15 for non-members
REGISTER BY: One week prior
The Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC) offers fun, affordable events for the whole family right here in Rosemount. There’s something offered for everyone. Many events are free! Join us and help build Rosemount’s reputation for local arts and entertainment. Our primary goals are to enhance the vitality of our community, to meet new people and make new friends, to support the artists in our community, and to have lots and lots of fun! Everyone is always welcome!
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE! Looking for great entertainment for you and your family – right here in Rosemount? Check out the Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC)! We offer a wide range of fun, affordable events all year long. There are concerts (Bluegrass, Jazz and Tribute bands), plays, classes, adult and student art displays and artist receptions, PhDs & UFOs group, Country Faire, writing classes, and so much more! Check our our website for up-to-date information: www.RosemountArts.com.
BECOME A MEMBER OR RENEW ONLINE: It’s easy – go to www.RosemountArts.com and sign up.
VOLUNTEER IN YOUR COMMUNITY! RAAC is a 100% volunteer-operated organization. If you would like to be among them, please contact us at RosemountArts@gmail.com. Volunteers attend the event for free.
JOIN A PROGRAM PLANNING COMMITTEE! Email RosemountArts@gmail.com for more information.
WEDNESDAYS: COFFEE/HOT CHOCOLATE & CHATS AT MORNING GLORY If you’d like to learn more and meet RAAC members, just drop in at Morning Glory Bakery and Cafe on Highway 3 on any Wednesday morning between 8 and 9:30am. You are always welcome.
STEEPLE CENTER BOX OFFICE HOURS Purchase tickets with cash or check to avoid a service fee. Mondays 10am-12 Noon, Tuesdays 9-11am, Thursdays 1-3pm.
RAAC Reporter Catch up with the latest RAAC news with our monthly newsletter.
PHDs AND UFOS (Projects Half Done and Unfinished Objects) Bring your unfinished handwork projects and spend the afternoon among fellow crafters. This is a free event held every Thursday from 12:30 to 3:30pm.
DONATE RAAC is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Our work is funded by grants, income from events, memberships, and donations. If you would like to donate to us, please send a check to P.O. Box 409, Rosemount 55068. Or to donate by credit card, go to www.RosemountArts.com. We’ll put your donation to good use.
Singleton Street
Bluegrass concert, 7pm, Friday, September 8, 2023, at the Steeple Center
Singleton Street is an award-winning band based out of Delano, Minnesota. They combine bluegrass, Celtic, and old-time music to form their unique version of Americana. Go to rosemountarts.com for tickets.
Country Faire
Award-winning authors and artists, live music, and food, 10am-4pm, Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Steeple Center Assembly Hall and Lawn
Join us for an old-time faire with a wide variety of artists’ work, woodcarvers, and authors. Live music outside on the lawn. Food trucks. More info: rosemountarts.com.
ComedySportz
Improv comedy experience, 8pm, Friday, September 22, 2023, Steeple Center
ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport. Refs, fouls, points, games, You don’t need to know anything about sports to enjoy this interactive comedy experience. Go to rosemountarts.com.
Meet the Author at the Robert Trail Library
Connie Anderson, Faces of Boys, Hearts of Men, 6:30pm, September 16, 2023.
Meet the Author at the Robert Trail Library
Jeffrey Burton, The Finders, 6:30pm, October 19, 2023
A Hard Day’s Night Concert
Beatles Tribute Band, 7pm, Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Steeple Center
This popular group returns with their authentic tribute to the Beatles. They are considered to be one of the top Beatles tribute shows in the nation. Go to rosemountarts.com for tickets.
RAAC’s free Veterans Day Concert
Gus Sent Me, country band, 7pm, Friday, November 3, 2023, at the Steeple Center
RAAC continues its annual salute to veterans and active duty service members and spouses with this free concert. The classic country band, Gus Sent Me, returns for this show. Tickets will be available for purchase for those who support our vets. Go to rosemountarts.com for details.
Free Air
Original play by John Loch, directed by Keith Reed (see details on next page)
Meet the Author at the Robert Trail Library
Amy Green, The Blackout Book Club, 6:30pm, October 19, 2023
Community Tree Lighting
Steeple Center, 6pm, Saturday, November 25, 2023
This traditional lighting is for the whole family. Carolers will sing, then cookies and juice will be served inside the Steeple Center. Santa Claus may stop by for a visit. Free event.
Christmas at the Steeple Center
Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas, Saturday, Dec 2, 2023, at 2pm and 7pm. What will be new at this annual variety show that celebrates the season? Music, one-act plays, dancers, and comedy routines are always part of the action. Audiences leave with a warm feeling in their hearts. Go to rosemountarts.com for details and ticketing information.
Background: In partnership with the Rosemount Area Historical Society (RAHS), RAAC is producing a unique theatrical project. The Minnesota Historical Society has designated that a movie called Free Air was the first movie filmed in Minnesota. It was a silent film based on the book of the same title, written by Pulitzer Prize and Nobel Prize-winning Minnesota author, Sinclair Lewis. The movie was made in 1921 and was partially filmed in Rosemount. It was one of the first films with a strong female character, the first travelogue story showing the country, and one of the first films shot on-site rather than at a studio in Hollywood. As has happened to the vast majority of silent films, the movie and all copies of it have been lost. But the daughter of one of the producers kept a library of still photographs from the production. She connected with the RAHS and donated the collection to them. John Loch has re-created the story for the stage with live-action, photographs projected on a large screen, and accompaniment by live piano music and narration.
Story: The play opens with Claire Boltwood, a young socialite, enjoying dinner with her father, workaholic boyfriend Jeff, and others, at a trendy hotel in New York. When her father’s doctor, another dinner guest, recommends that he needs a vacation and fresh air, Claire decides a cross-country road trip is just the answer, and she’ll drive. Their car is shipped to Minneapolis where their adventures begin. After a flat tire, they meet Milt, the owner of the local garage in “Schoenstrom,” MN. The movie scenes for this small, rural town were filmed in Rosemount. Milt is immediately smitten with Claire and makes the life-changing decision to follow her west in his homemade jalopy. He keeps “accidentally” encountering them en route and comes to their rescue on many occasions. A budding romance begins that culminates in a dramatic scene at a train station in Glacier National Park.
Performances:
Gala premiere 5pm, Friday, November 10, 2023 (play at 7pm)
Saturday, November 11, 2 & 7pm
Livestream, Saturday, November 11, 7pm
Friday, November 17, 7pm
Saturday, November 18, 2 & 7pm
We have great sites for picnics and parties!
Do you need a site for a family picnic or birthday party? Open and enclosed park shelters in the City of Rosemount can be reserved for a nominal fee. Open shelters can be reserved by residents for $32 plus tax per day ($53 plus tax for nonresidents). Enclosed shelters are $84 plus tax per day for residents ($137 plus tax for nonresidents). To reserve your spot, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 651-322-6011.
• No glass containers are permitted in the parks.
• Consumption of alcoholic beverages is allowed with a special permit in parks with shelters only.
• Motorized vehicles are prohibited in the parks outside of the parking lot areas.
• Dogs or other animals must be on a leash no longer than six feet.
• All persons in control of an animal on park property shall always have in their possession, an apparatus which can be used for cleaning up feces and/or a bag for proper disposal of feces. The person in control of the animal is responsible for picking up his/her animal’s feces and proper disposal.
• Charcoal fires permitted in barbecue grills only. No wood fires are allowed.
• Golfing is not allowed in any of the Rosemount City parks.
• All areas surrounding organized youth activities in City-owned parks are to remain tobacco free while youth are present.
Planning a special event or party for your family or business? Rent the amphitheater at Central Park and add entertainment for an event to remember. The tiered seating can accommodate up to 2000 people. Call 651-322-6011 for more information.
The Splash Pad is located at Central Park at 2875 145th Street West. You will find it is a great way to cool off in the summer’s heat! There is no charge to visit the splash pad and it offers a variety of age appropriate water spray features that will keep kids of all ages smiling while staying cool. There is plenty of shade near the pad under the sun shelter and the indoor restrooms are available at the Central Park shelter.
Tennis courts can be found in Erickson Park at 14115 Brazil Avenue. The City of Rosemount built 4 new courts with the help of a grant from the United States Tennis Association (USTA). The courts are equipped with lights for night time play. Courts can also be found at Bloomfield, Charlies and Claret parks.
Ga Ga Pits are located at Camfield and Greystone Parks. Gaga ball is a game somewhat like dodgeball but played with a foam ball, and in an octagonal court or gaga pit. The game combines dodging, striking, running, and jumping, with the object of being the last person standing. Players hit the ball at each other with their hands and are eliminated if the ball strikes them on or below the knee. The game can be played by a group of individual players or with teams, as well as in one-on-one matches. Give it a try this summer!
Zip lines can be found at Ailesbury and Schwarz Pond Parks.
Hammock Use in City Parks – Hammocks are okay to use in City parks and the City actually encourages people to find a spot to hang out. Often our City parks have mature trees that can be used to attach your “mock” to or you can also use the poles of a small sun shelter or playground to tie up to.
Natural playgrounds help children to develop other beneficial behaviors in addition to physical skills. These behaviors include social skills, cooperation, and the ability to solve problems. In addition, natural playgrounds stimulate a child’s imagination and creativity.
Feel free to contact us when planning a wedding reception, anniversary party, birthday party, baby shower, quinceanera, team banquet/party, dance recital, holiday party, graduation party, meeting, workshop, conference, seminar, fundraiser, or any event. We strive to provide you with the best service in selecting the proper venue for any occasion. For more information please visit the City of Rosemount website at www.rosemountmn.gov, or call the Rental Coordinator at (651) 322-6002.
BANQUET HALL: This reasonably priced yet elegant room provides a large wooden dance floor, built-in stage, audio visual system, overhead screen, outdoor enclosed patio with fire pit, and catering kitchen. This space is a must see when searching for your next events location! Seated capacity is 300.
AUDITORIUM: This theatre style seating venue provides excellent acoustics for seminars, conferences, recitals, ceremonies and concerts. Room includes stage with curtain, audio visual system, and overhead screen. Capacity is 350. Stop by and check out this great space!
MEETING ROOMS: Each of our meeting rooms seats up to 24 people. Three of the meeting rooms feature dividers to allow up to 72 people. All rooms have large whiteboards. Hold your next meeting here!
GYM: A well-ventilated multi-use gymnasium with a maximum capacity of 500. A great space for additional practice time, trade shows, or kid’s birthday parties!
CONTACT ROSEMOUNT PARKS AND RECREATION FOR INFORMATION:
WWW.ROSEMOUNTMN.GOV 651-322-6002
MARK.VANYO@ROSEMOUNTMN.GOV
This summer you may notice that a Farmers’ Market has “cropped up” in Rosemount! The St. Paul Farmers’ Market will be in the Rosemount Community Center parking lot every Tuesday now through September 26, from 1-5pm. More information is available by calling the Farmers’ Market Hotline at 651-227-8101 or info@stpaulfarmersmarket.com
Come check out the Steeple Center!
The facility is open Mondays-Thursdays, 8:30am-3:30pm and Fridays from 8:30am12pm, with evenings and weekends dependent on scheduled events and activities. The facility features a lobby area with a beautiful fireplace, gorgeous floor to ceiling windows and café-style seating, which is open to the general public. It is a great place to stop in for a cup of coffee, play a card or board game with a friend from our fully stocked game cabinet, or meet new people! The Steeple Center is home to the Rosemount Area Seniors and all senior programming (see pages 23-30 for more information), as well as many programs and events hosted by the Rosemount Area Arts Council.
In addition, the Steeple Center is an ideal facility for your next meeting, event, fundraiser, party, wedding ceremony or reception.
Assembly Hall seats 192 with tables and chairs or 204 in theatre style rows. The new addition features a full catering kitchen, conference room, and three large multi-purpose rooms perfect for programs, meetings, seminars, and small events. This beautifully updated space offers a variety of options, making it the perfect rental option for any celebration or gathering. Rosemount Parks and Recreation is now accepting reservations for 2024, so contact us today!
