Rosemount Parks & Recreation Brochure - Winter/Spring 2022-23

WINTER/SPRING

SPOTLIGHT

Storywalk at Central Park

The Robert Trail Library and Rose mount Parks and Recreation are teaming up to offer a Storywalk in Central Park during Spring Break on Thursday, March 30-Sunday, April 2. Take a self-guided walk in the park while reading pages from the children’s book The Hike by Alison Farrell. See page 4.

Rosemount Home & Business Expo

Businesses and organizations have the opportunity to exhibit prod ucts and services to families in our growing community. Join us on Saturday, March 18 from 9am-3pm at the Rosemount Community Center.

Rosemount Lions Club Spring Egg Hunt

A bunny will be hopping into Rosemount on Saturday, April 1 at 9:30am for last names starting with A-L and 11am for last names starting with M-Z. Lots of eggs and candy will be available for children to hunt for at this traditional Egg Hunt for kids ages 10 and under. This special event is located at the Ames Soccer Complex at Dakota County Technical College. See page 5.

Rosemount Spring Clean-Up

The City of Rosemount will be hosting its annual Spring Clean-Up Day on Saturday, May 20 from 8am to 12pm at the Dakota County Technical College. See page 18.

Memorial Day Event

Come and join local elected officials and members of Rosemount Legion and Rosemount VFW in honoring the fallen soldiers of Rosemount in a special Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11am at Central Park. For more information see the City’s Website and Facebook page @www.rosemountmn.gov

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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 Evening and weekend hours are dependent upon scheduled activities.

Mailing Address: Rosemount Parks and Recreation 13885 South Robert Trail Rosemount, MN 55068

Telephone Numbers: Main Line/General Information 651-322-6000 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

WHAT’S INSIDE

Special Events

Letter From Santa 2 Parent/Child Dance 3 Inflatable Fun Fest .......................4 Spring Break Storywalk ...........4 Lions Club Egg Hunt ................ 5

Youth Activities

EcoElsa Nature Programs 6-11 Parent/Tot Open Gym 11

Arena

Learn To Skate 12-14 Open Skating, Open 15-16 Freestyle, Open Hockey, Youth Open Pond Hockey

Parks......................................... 36 Outdoor Rinks & ...................... 17 Warming House Hours Adopt a Park Program ............ 21

Recycling Athletic Gear Drive .................. 18 Holiday Light Collection, Spring Clean-Up

Registration InformationIR Registration Instruction .......... 19 Registration Form ................... 20

Adult Sports

4-on 4 Adult Basketball 22 Adult Walking at RCC 22

Older Adult Trips .......... 23-25 Memorial Day Event 25

Programs for Older Adults

Programs and Activities ....26-30 Social Groups and Clubs .... 31-32

Rosemount Area Seniors Card Games and Luncheons ... 33 Rosemount Area ........... 34-35 Arts Council (RAAC)

Rosemount Steeple Center Facility Information ................. 36

Rosemount Community Center Facility Information 37

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Office is located in the Community Center at 13885 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount, MN 55068.

Parks and Recreation Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm. Rosemount Community Center Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm. Evening and weekend hours depend on the scheduled events. Parks and Recreation General Information: 651-322-6000. See numbers for the pre-recorded information line and specific areas above.

Phone: 651-322-6000

EVENTS SPECIAL

LETTER FROM SANTA

Santa Claus is coming to Rosemount! Give your child a wonderful memory of Christmas 2022 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 14. 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 14.

EVENTS

“AN ENCHANTED EVENING IN THE FAIRY FOREST” PARENT/CHILD DANCE

The Mystical Enchanted Forest will magically appear for a delightful evening together for you and your little fairy! Join us for a magical evening of making memories at our annual parent/child dance. This enchanted fairy forest event will offer all the magical fantasies of fairies and will include an evening filled with dancing, music, fun activities, crafts, snacks and special visitors!

Dress in your favorite fancy attire for your professional photograph printed on site to take home to remember this special evening together.

The event includes:

• “An Enchanted Evening in the Fairy Forest”-themed invitation mailed prior to the event.

• A photo of the couple taken by a professional photographer and printed on site.

• DJ and dancing to kid friendly tunes.

• A special visit and activities led by Princess Party Pals.

• Multiple craft projects.

• A special take home keepsake.

3–12

• Light snacks and beverage will be served; we recommend eating a meal before coming.

INFLATABLE FUN FEST!

EVENTS SPECIAL

INFLATABLE FUN FEST!

Join Rosemount Parks and Recreation for FREE FAMILY FUN in February! We will fill the gymnasium with a variety of inflatables and games for the kids! Join us to experience the inflatable obstacle course and bounce house, along with tee-ball, football, basketball, soccer and knock down games. Light refreshments will be served. Mark your calendars; don’t miss out on this free family event and we hope to see you there!

WH0: Families with kids ages 3-10

WHEN: Friday, February 24 TIME: 6-8pm

WHERE: Rosemount Community Center Gymnasium FEE: FREE! Registration not required –just show up!

SPRING BREAK STORYWALK

WHEN: Thursday, March 30 –Sunday, April 2

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 team ing up to offer a Storywalk though Central Park during Spring Break. Take a self-guid ed walk in the park on Thursday, March 30-Sunday, April 2 while reading pages from the children’s book The Hike by Alison Farrell. A Storywalk is an innovative and de lightful way for children and adults to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from the 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.

With lyrical language that captures the majesty of the natural world coupled with fun narrative fea tured throughout, this spirited picture book tells the victorious story of three girls’ friendship—and their tribulations and triumphs in the great outdoors. Here is the best and worst of any hike: from picnics to puffing and panting, deer-sighting to detours. Featuring a glossary, a sketchbook by one of the char acters, abundant labels throughout, and scientific backmatter, this book is a must-have for budding scientists, best friends, and all adventurers. And it proves, as if proof were needed, what epic things can happen right in your own backyard.

WHEN: Saturday, April 1 9:30am Start time for last name letters A-L 11am Start time for last name letters M-Z

WHERE: Ames Soccer Complex at Dakota County Technical College 1300 145th Street East Rosemount 55068 (Turn south onto Akron Avenue from Co Rd 42. The soccer complex will be on your left.)

AGES: Ages 10 and under COST: FREE

Sponsored by the Rosemount Lions Club in cooperation with the Rosemount Parks and Recreation Department

SPECIAL

EVENTS

A bunny will be hopping into Rosemount with lots of eggs and candy for children to hunt for at this traditional Egg Hunt for kids ages 10 and under.

Children will be divided into age groups (1-3, 4-6 and 7-10) for hunting. Each age group will have lots of eggs and candy to hunt for and they will also have a chance to find the “golden” egg, which they can turn in for a special prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a basket or bag to hold your treats. Please arrive early; the event begins at 10am sharp.

A bunny will be visiting and roaming the entrance area. No pho tos on the bunny’s lap, but kids will be able to stand near the bunny so bring your cameras!

Inclement weather: In case of inclement weather, the Egg Hunt will be held the following Saturday, April 8. Call the PRERECORD ED INFORMATION LINE at 651-322-6020 and select #6 for event cancellations and event make up information. For more informa tion, please call Rosemount Parks and Recreation at 651-322-6000.

Please Note: We will be accepting donations for our local 360 Communities and the Family Resource Center. Items such as non-perishable food, paper products, toiletries and infant items will be very much appreciated.

THE ROSEMOUNT LIONS CLUB SPRING EGG HUNT

PARKS AND RECREATION

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

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

1 2 3

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!

WINTER ABCS HIKE

Come on a hike with an EcoElsa educator to learn the Alphabet while learning about winter. Kids will get to do hiking games and activities that help them learn their ABCs, motor skills, and more!

WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy

WHEN: Friday, January 6 TIME: 10am - Noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $24 per child/adult pair $12 per additional child REGISTER BY: Friday, December 30

WINTER NIGHT HIKE

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Join an EcoElsa educator on a night hike through a winter wonderland. Learn about and listen to the creatures that call Minnesota home during our winter nights. Participants will get to do owl calls, play night games, and more!

WHO: Ages 5 and up with adult buddy, families encouraged

WHEN: Friday, January 6 TIME: 6-7:30pm

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

SNOW DAY STEAM

Join an EcoElsa educator for a three hour “snow day” full of activities that will get your kids outdoors learning, being active, and having fun! Some activities we may do depending on the weather and snow include snowman relay race, build a better snowball launcher, snow fort engineering, snow poetry, snow science discov ery, snowflake art, and snow nature art! Many of these activities are fun things your kids will be

SNOWSHOE FAMILY CLASS

Join an EcoElsa educator to explore the winter landscape of Rosemount’s parks and learn how to snowshoe. During this fun family excursion, you will learn about Minnesota’s winter habitats as well as the history of snowshoeing! This is a great family outing for ages 6 and up, just make sure to dress for the weather as the whole pro gram will be spent outdoors! Snowshoes will be provided, and participants will be instructed on how to use them so you can enjoy snowshoeing throughout the winter.

WHO: Ages 7-13

WHEN: Saturday, January 21 TIME: 9am-Noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $39 per person

REGISTER BY: Friday, January 13

able to continue to do at home all winter long! Expect to be outside most of time so dress for the weather!

WHO: Families, Ages 6 and up with an adult

WHEN: Saturday, January 21

TIME: 1-3pm

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $45 per family $19 per single participant 16+

REGISTER BY: Friday, January 13

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

ECOELSA NATURE PROGRAM WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMS 2023

SCHWARZ POND PARK

WINTER TRACKING GAMES

Kids will learn how to identify common animal footprints, as well as learn the basic skills to find their “opponent,” track them, and sneak up on them while playing games and doing activities. These skills are useful for hunters, photographers, and nature enthusiasts as well as for the characters from our favorite survival movies and books. Take on the challenges and see if you ultimately triumph on your way to becoming a master tracker! Expect to be outdoors for the whole 3-hour program.

WINTER SURVIVAL YOUTH CLASS

Your kid will learn skills through activities and games that will help them learn what to do in a survival situation. Kids will leave knowing the rules of three, 2 types of shelter engineering, fire science and safety, and how to collect and treat water. Make sure to dress for the weather as most of the class will be spent outdoors!

WHO: Ages 7-13

WHEN: Friday, January 27 TIME: 9am-Noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $39 per person

REGISTER BY: Friday, January 20

WHO: Ages 7-13

WHEN: Friday, January 27 TIME: 1-3pm

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $39 per person

REGISTER BY: Friday, January 20

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

SNOWSHOE YOUTH CLASS

Join an EcoElsa educator to explore the winter landscape of Rosemount’s Parks and learn how to snowshoe. During this fun winter excursion, kids will learn about Minnesota’s winter habitats as well as the history of snowshoeing! This is a great adventure skill for kids to learn, just make sure kids dress for the weather as the whole program will be spent outdoors! Snowshoes will be provided, and participants will be instructed on how to use them.

GUIDED ADULT SNOWSHOE HIKE

Join an EcoElsa educator to explore the winter landscape of Rosemount’s Parks and learn more about snowshoeing. This class starts up where the beginner class left off with an even longer hike allowing you to practice different snowshoe steps and skills. You will get to explore the park like you never have before with a naturalist along to point out interesting things along the way. Make sure to dress for the weather as the whole program will be spent outdoors! Snowshoes will be provided, and participants will be instructed on how to use them. You can learn a great activity you can enjoy doing throughout the winter. For adults or a mature 15–17-year-old signed up with an adult.

WHO: Ages 7-14

WHEN: Sunday, February 5 TIME: 2-4pm

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park

FEE: $40 per person

REGISTER BY: Friday, January 27

WHO: Adults, 15-17 year old with adult

WHEN: Saturday, February 18

TIME: 9am-noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park

FEE: $24 per participant

REGISTER BY: Friday, February 10

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

ECOELSA NATURE PROGRAM WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMS 2023

SCHWARZ

POND PARK

WINTER SURVIVAL FAMILY CLASS

Your family will learn skills through activities and games that will help them learn what to do in a survival situation. Participants will leave knowing the rules of three, 2 types of shelter engineering, fire science and safety, and how to collect and treat water. Make sure to dress for the weather as most of the class will be spent outdoors!

PRESCHOOL SNOW DAY

Learn about snow and winter through a variety of engaging activities and games for early learners. These are also activities that adults will be able to continue to do at home with the kids so they can get outdoors all winter long! We will be building with snow, playing games with snow, making snow art, and doing snow science. So, make sure you and your littles are dressed for the weather as most of the time will be spent outdoors.

WORMS & MUD!

In this class your kids will learn all about some of the earliest signs that spring is on the way! Class in cludes a variety of fun activities that engages littles to be active and creative while exploring the world of mud and worms. Make sure kids come dressed for the weather and getting dirty and a change of clothes for after class is also recommended!

WHO: Families, Ages 5+ with adult WHEN: Saturday, February 18 TIME: 1-4pm

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $54 per familly $24 per single participant 18+

REGISTER BY: Friday, February 10

WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy

WHEN: Friday, February 24 TIME: 10am-noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $24 per child/adult pair $12 per additional child

REGISTER BY: Friday, February 17

WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy

WHEN: Wednesday, April 12 TIME: 10am-noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $24 per child/adult pair $12 per additional child

REGISTER BY: Wednesday, April 5

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

SCHWARZ POND PARK

PRESCHOOLERS & PONDS

Join a Naturalist from EcoElsa to learn about the aquatic ecosystems through the animals who call them home. Kids will also learn how to test the health of that ecosystem by collecting a survey of the animals found. As well as other activities to help them explore how we impact the quality of our water and actions to take to help it. Make sure your kids and you come dressed for the weather and ready to potentially get a little wet or dirty!

WHO: Ages 3-6 with an adult buddy

WHEN: Friday, May 12 TIME: 10am-noon

WHERE: Schwarz Pond Park FEE: $24 per child/adult pair $12 per additional child REGISTER BY: Friday, May 5

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

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 Recreation 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

TIME: 9:30 -11am

WHERE: Community Center Gymnasium SKIP DATE: February 3

LEARN TO SKATE

WINTER SESSION: Mondays, January 9 – February 20, 2023

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thursday, January 5

SPRING SESSION Mondays, Monday, February 27 – April 10, 2023 DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thursday, February 23

FEE: $78

NOTE: There are no refunds for Learn to Skate lessons after the registration deadline.

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 de scriptions. It is not uncom mon 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 Rose mount 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.

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

WHAT LEVEL SHOULD I SIGN UP FOR?

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 Beginners 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 13 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.

PLEASE NOTE

All skaters will be evaluated the first week and placed in a class that matches their skating ability and age.

LEARN TO SKATE

SPECIAL NOTES

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 ex perience 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 light weight hockey helmets are acceptable.

• Only skaters enrolled in the Learn to Skate pro gram 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 correspond ing color on the glass at their lesson time.

• Class Attire: Skaters should wear warm, com fortable 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.

LEARN TO SKATE

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 knowl edge 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 glide, backward swizzles, forward slalom, 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.

OPEN SKATE

DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31

Sundays 1:30-3pm $6

SCHOOL VACATION DATES

ROSEMOUNT ICE ARENA

DATE TIME FEE

*Wednesday sessions are through January 25 only

Skate Rental:

The Rosemount Ice Arena does NOT have skates available for rental.

Friday, December 2 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, December 23 11:30am-1pm $6 Monday, December 26 11:30am-1pm $6 Tuesday, December 27 11:30am-1pm $6 Wednesday, December 28 11:30am-1pm $6 Thursday, December 29 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, December 30 11:30am-1pm $6 Monday, January 2 11:30am-1pm $6 Monday, January 16 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, January 20 11:30am-1pm $6 Thursday, February 9 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, February 10 11:30am-1pm $6 Monday, February 20 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, March 3 11:30am-1pm $6 Monday, March 27 11:30am-1pm $6 Tuesday, March 28 11:30am-1pm $6 Wednesday, March 29 11:30am-1pm $6 Thursday, March 30 11:30am-1pm $6 Friday, March 31 11:30am-1pm $6

YOUTH OPEN HOCKEY (AGES 6 AND YOUNGER)

Tuesdays 11:30am-1pm $2 Wednesdays* 7-8:30pm $6 Thursdays 11:30am-1pm $2 SKIP DATES: Sunday, December 4 Wednesday, December 21 Sunday, December 25 Tuesday, December 27 Thursday, December 29 Sunday, January 8 Thursday, February 9 DAY OF WEEK TIME FEE

• An informal drop-in hockey program is offered to youth (ages 6 and younger).

• Pick-up games can be played.

• Teams are formed by the participants.

• Full equipment required for youth ages 6 and younger

• Parents or chaperones may also skate but must wear a helmet.

SKIP DATES: Tuesday, December 27, Thursday, December 29, Thursday, February 9, Tuesday, March 28, Thursday, March 30

ADULT OPEN HOCKEY (AGES 18+)

• Ages 18+

• Full equipment required for all skaters.

DAY OF WEEK TIME FEE

Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-9am $6 per skater

SKIP DATES: Tuesday, December 27, Thursday, December 29

OPEN FREESTYLE

DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31

DAY OF WEEK TIME FEE

SCHOOL VACATION DATES

DATE TIME FEE

Tuesday, December 27 6:45-8:15am $6

Thursday, December 29 6:45-8:15am $6

END TIME CHANGES:

Friday, December 2: ends at 8am Friday, December 23: ends at 8am Monday, December 26: ends at 8:15am Wednesday, December 28: ends at 8:15am Friday, December 30: ends at 8:15am Monday, January 2: ends at 8am Friday, January 13: ends at 8am Monday, January 16: ends at 8:30am Friday, January 20: ends at 8:30am Friday, February 10: ends at 8:15am Monday, February 20: ends at 8:15am

Monday, March 27 1:15-3:30pm $6 Tuesday, March 28 1:15-3:30pm $6

Wednesday, March 29 1:15-3:30pm $6 Thursday, March 30 1:15-3:30pm $6 Friday, March 31 1:15-3:30pm $6

OPEN POND HOCKEY

Pond Hockey is for the fun and enjoyment of everyone regardless of your level of skill. There are elements of risk in the sport of hockey so use common sense, show courtesy to others, and anticipate dangerous situations before they arise.

• All Ages

• All skaters MUST wear full equipment

• Open Pond hockey is unstructured time for kids to play hockey just for fun.

DECEMBER 1 – MARCH 31

DATE

Monday, March 27

ALL AGES

TIME FEE

10:15-11:15am $10

Tuesday, March 28 10:15-11:15am $10

Wednesday, March 29 10:15-11:15am $10 Thursday, March 30 10:15-11:15am $10 Friday, March 31 10:15-11:15am $10

OUTDOOR RINKS

OUTDOOR RINKS AND WARMING HOUSE HOURS

WARMING HOUSE LOCATIONS & HOURS:

Scheduled to open December 19 (Weather permitting)

CENTRAL PARK – 2893 145th Street W

*JAYCEE PARK – 15425 Shannon Parkway

*BLOOMFIELD PARK – 14225 Bloomfield Path

DAY OF WEEK TIME

Monday-Friday 4-9pm

Saturdays 10am-9pm Sundays 1-9pm

Warming House Closing Policy:

1. If the temperature is -10 degrees F; and/or

2. If the wind-chill is -25 degrees F; or

3. If snow accumulates on the rink and the rink has not yet been cleared. The City parks maintenance will clear the rinks as soon as possible.

4. If the temperature is warm and the rinks are covered with a significant amount of water.

Rules and Regulations: Rules are posted in each warming house. Warm ing House Attendants will enforce the policies to ensure the safety of all skaters and spectators using the park facility.

Please note: Shooting pucks or playing open hockey is only allowed at Bloomfield Park and Jaycee Park rinks.

*JAYCEE PARK and BLOOMFIELD PARK RAHA will be using these rinks from 5:308:30pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

SCHOOL VACATION DATES

DATE TIME

Saturday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) closed Sunday, December 25 (Christmas Day) closed Monday, December 26 10am-9pm

Tuesday, December 27 10am-9pm

Wednesday, December 28 10am-9pm

Thursday, December 29 10am-9pm

Friday, December 30 10am-9pm

Saturday, December 31 10am-5pm

Sunday, January 1 1-9pm

Monday, January 16 (MLK Day) 10am-9pm Monday, February 20 (Presidents Day) 10am-9pm

ROSEMOUNT REUSES

RECYCLING

ATHLETIC GEAR DRIVE

WHEN: November 28-December 12

ROSEMOUNT RECYCLES

SATURDAY,

MAY 20, 2023

TIME: During buidling hours

WHERE: Rosemount Ice Arena

‘Tis the season of giving! Help sup port military families by donating your gently-used athletic equipment! All gear will help the child of a service member play a sport. Gear can be placed in the labeled bin at the Rosemount Ice Arena, near Door 3, anytime during building hours from November 28 to December 12.

Visit https://unitedheroesleague.org/donategear/ for more information.

HOLIDAY LIGHT COLLECTION

WHEN: November 14-January 31

TIME: During buidling hours

WHERE: Parks and Recreation Department and the Steeple Center

The City of Rosemount will be offering a holiday light collection this season! Rosemount residents can drop their string lights in the containers near the Parks and Recreation Department at the Community Center or the Steeple Center lobby anytime during building hours from November 14, 2022 to January 31, 2023. 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.

SPRING CLEAN-UP

WHEN: May 20, 2023

TIME: 8am-noon

WHERE: Dakota County Technical College East Lot (1300 145th St E, Rosemount, MN 55068)

The City of Rosemount is holding its annual Spring Clean-Up Day! Resi dents 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. Household hazardous waste, including paint, oil, and cleaners, will NOT be accepted at this event, but may be dropped off at the Recycling Zone, 3365 Dodd Road in Eagan all year. 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.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

HOW TO REGISTER: Five Easy Ways to register

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 regis ter for unless notified otherwise.

CANCELLATIONS: We reserve the right to cancel an activity if registrations are insufficient. Minimum/maxi mum 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 can celled 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 Recre ation 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:

Name of Parent, Guardian or Adult Participant:

Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone:

E-Mail Address: I, the undersigned parent, guardian or adult participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnify, and hold the City harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity.

Parent, Guardian or Adult Participant Signature Date

Photograph Clause:

Rosemount Parks and Rec reation periodically takes pictures of participants in our classes, during special events, and in the parks. Please be aware that these photos may be used in the City’s brochures, pam phlets, or other presenta tions. If you or your family members do not wish to be photographed or published, you must give us written notice.

Special Needs: (Health issues, sign language, interpreter, taped/Braille ma terials, transportation, etc.)

Rosemount Parks and Recreation 13885 South Robert Trail Rosemount, MN 55068 PHONE: 651-322-6000

AGE ACTIVITY AND SESSION (if applicable) TIME FEE TOTAL FEES Method of Payment n Check* n Cash n Credit Card *MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO CITY OF ROSEMOUNT Charge my n VISA n MASTERCARD Name on Card Credit Card # Exp. Date 3 digit CW code Signature

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PARKS

The Rosemount Adopt-A-Park program is a long-running pro gram that gives volunteers the opportunity to assist their com munity and to help keep Rose mount’s parks clean, attractive, and safe. We would like to thank the following for their participa tion in the Adopt-A-Park program this year:

• Rosemount Fire Department –Ailesbury Park

• Chris, Amber, Ella and Mya Orr – Birch Park

• Herb Jellum – Biscayne, Claret, Lions, and Meadows Parks

• The Zimmer Family – Bloomfield Park

• Glen T & Andrew Samskar – Brockway Park Disc Golf Course

• The MOMS of Rosemount – Camfield Park

• RHS National Honor Society & Environmental Club – Carroll’s Woods

• The Rotary Club of Rosemount – Central Park

• The Steinle Family – Charlie’s Park

• Eric, Lori, Nathan, Benjamin, Matthew, & Elizabeth Snyder – Chippendale Park

• Liberty Arms Training – Connemara Park

• Joseph Illg – Dallara Park

• A Local Volunteer – Erickson Park

• 360 Community – Family Resource Center

• Girl Scouts River Valley – Rosemount Valley Service Unit – Flint Hills Athletic Complex

• The Morman Family – Horseshoe Lake Park

• The Fagan Family – Jaycee Park

• The Hilgert Family – Kidder Park

• Rosemount High School AVID Students –Schwarz Pond Park

• The Wesley Family – Shannon Park

• The Balvance Family – Twin Puddles Park

For more information about the Adopt-A-Park program, please contact Diane Erickson at derickson@wspmn.gov. The following parks are currently available for adoption:

• Brockway Park

• Greystone Park

• Winds Park

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.

–Oscar Wilde

VOLUNTEER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Have you ever wanted to give back to the community and help others? 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. Are you interested in arts, education, sports or social services? Choose from many different organizations who are looking for your help.

ADULT SPORTS

MEN’S 4-ON-4 BASKETBALL (AGES 18-UP)

It is time to organize your team for the 2023 Rosemount Parks and Recreation Men’s 4-on4 Basketball League. All participants must be 18 years of age or older. Games are played at the Rosemount Community Center Gymnasium on Wednesday evenings beginning January 4, 2023. The league fee is $104. Interested teams can call the Parks and Recreation office at 651322-6011 for more information or register online at www.rosemountmn.gov/register

WHO: Ages 18+

WHEN: Wednesday evenings beginnng January 4, 2023 WHERE: Rosemount Community Center LEAGUE FEE: $104

Adults of all ages are invited to “walk about” the Com munity 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 Rose mount 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 GYM SKIP DATES: December 13, February 3

OLDER ADULT TRIPS

WHEN: Thursday, January 19

DEPART: 10:15am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)

RETURN: 3:30pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center

FEE: $80 per person

REGISTER BY: Monday, December 19

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER

We will start the day with a delicious turkey meal including mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, a vegetable, cran berries, bread and butter, beverage and dessert at the wonderful Key’s Café. After lunch we will head to the Minnesota History Center for a 30-minute guided tour of the exhibit: Minnesota’s Greatest Generation. For those who came of age in mid-20th century America, the challenges were particularly daunting. This generation’s endurance and ingenuity brought not only wartime victory but unprecedented prosperity in the post-war years. “Stories of Minnesota’s Greatest Generation” is a collec

“TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” AT THE ORPHEUM

Spend the afternoon at the beautiful Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis while taking in a classic. All rise for Acad emy Award®-winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork. Rolling Stone gives the show 5 stars, calling it “an emotionally shattering land mark production of an American classic,” and New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Ma jestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, To Kill a Mockingbird, “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) has

tion of personal stories that follow members of this remarkable genera tion through these pivotal decades. After the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the museum at your own pace and visit the museum store. The Minnesota History Center showcases interactive in-house-de veloped and traveling exhibits, as well as historical programming and lectures. The museum possesses over 1,000,000 artifacts, including archae ological objects, books, photographs, maps, paintings, prints, drawings, manuscripts, government records, newspapers and periodicals.

WHEN: Sunday, February 19

DEPART: 11:30am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)

RETURN: 4:30pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center

FEE: $100 per person

REGISTER BY: Tuesday, January 3

quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR). Emmy Award® winning actor Richard Thomas will play the role of Atticus Finch in the national tour. Tickets are on the main floor, side seating, and concessions will be available for purchase.

Phone: 651-322-6000

OLDER ADULT TRIPS

SKYROCK FARM & MUSICAL CAROUSELS

Head to the beautiful countryside near Hamel, Minnesota to visit Skyrock Farm & Carousels with its rolling hills, maple trees and beautiful horses. We will start with a tour of the Skyrock Carousel building to get an informative and historical look at the antique dance organs. These beautifully restored musical marvels play the happiest music on earth. Learn about the restoration process of gold leafing, and how 100-year-old art is pre served. See a carousel horse collection and learn why the men who carved the ornate figures have a place in history. We will then enjoy a hearty pot roast home cooked meal prepared Minnesota Style, using fresh premier ingredients. Includes beverage and dessert. After lunch, take in a horse

WHEN: Wednesday, March 15

DEPART: 9am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)

RETURN: 3pm (approximately) to the Rosemount Community Center

FEE: $87 per person REGISTER

BY: Monday, February 13

jumping program inside the climate-controlled arena. This is a premier horse hunter-jumper train ing facility. You will see the beautiful animals and talented riders. It will demonstrate how Skyrock Riding Academy teaches horsemanship. They develop the horse’s natural athletic ability and train riders of all ages. Experience the excitement of high jumping horses from a front row seat!

OLDER ADULT TRIPS

WHEN: Friday, April 28 DEPART: 9:30am from the Rosemount Community Center (south entrance)

ART IN BLOOM AT MIA

Welcome spring with a visit to the Art in Bloom exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Enjoy imaginative floral interpretations of selected works of art from MIA’s permanent collection, created by more than 100 commercial florists and individual artists. Guests are invited to experience the floral fragrance throughout the museum. Browse floral-inspired merchandise in the Art in Bloom Pop-up Shop. This is a self-guided expe rience throughout the museum campus and gift shop. MIA inspires wonder through the power of art. The Minneap olis Institute of Art enriches the community by collecting, preserving, and making accessible outstanding works of art

MONDAY MAY 29 11AM

from the world’s diverse cultures. MIA’s permanent collection has grown from 800 works of art to more than 89,000 objects. The museum has several cura torial areas to explore: Arts of Africa & the Americas, Contemporary Art, Dec orative Arts, Textiles & Sculpture, Asian Art, Paintings, Photography and New Media, and Prints and Drawings. After leaving MIA, we will have lunch at Jax Cafe, a landmark that was established in 1933. Lunch will include a choice of baked chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy and a vegetable or Swedish meatballs with potatoes and vegetable. Both choices will come with chocolate mousse for dessert and a beverage.

SPECIAL EVENT

MEMORIAL DAY EVENT AT CENTRAL PARK

Come and join local elected officials and members of Rosemount Legion and Rosemount VFW in honoring the fallen soldiers of Rosemount in a special Memorial Day Ceremony.

For more information see the City’s Website and Face book page @ www.rosemountmn.gov

OLDER ADULTS PROGRAMS FOR

SPECIAL EVENTS

HOLIDAY CHEER –BINGO!

WHEN: Wednesday, December 21 TIME: 1-2:30pm

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 beauti ful lobby area, and we have a fully stocked game cabinet with card and board games, a book and puzzle exchange and more!

Come and Deck the Halls with us at the Steeple Center, As sembly Hall that is, for our 6th annual Holiday Cheer party. This year we will celebrate the holiday season with some good old--fashioned Bingo! There will be prizes, refresh ments and yummy holiday treats for all.

NATIONAL HOT CHOCOLATE DAY

Escape the winter blues and cozy up next to the fireplace in the Steeple Center lobby where

we will be celebrating National Hot Chocolate Day on January 31st! We will have a hot choc

WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall FEE: FREE REGISTER BY: Friday, December 16

STEEPLE CENTER MAKERS’ SHOWCASE

Did you know that the Steeple Center hosts six senior groups that work on creative projects? They do a variety of activities like quilting, woodcarving, watercolor painting and needlework. You are invited to see samples of these groups’ works and to chat with group members at our Steeple Cen ter Makers’ Showcase. As a special bonus, you’ll be able to enjoy some delicious hot chocolate in the lobby as part of our National Hot Chocolate Day celebration. No registration is required to attend. We hope to see you here for a fun after noon of treats, talk and terrific creative projects.

olate bar set up with fun toppings to choose from. Grab a drink and a board game and enjoy the afternoon at the Steeple Center!

WHEN: Tuesday, January 31 TIME: 11am-1pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Lobby FEE: FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, January 31 TIME: 11am-1pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Lobby FEE: FREE

OLDER ADULTS PROGRAMS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS

ST. PATRICK’S DAY APPS & ALES TASTING

Raise a glass and cele brate St. Patty’s Day at the Steeple Center! Rose mount’s very own The Clover restaurant will be on site offering five differ ent Irish themed appetiz ers/food and beer pairings. Come hungry and leave with a little luck of the Irish!

WHEN: Wednesday, March 15 TIME: 1-2:30pm WHERE: Steeple Center, Assembly Hall FEE: $26/person REGISTER

BY: Wednesday, March 8

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.

–Oscar Wilde

VOLUNTEER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Have you ever wanted to give back to the community and help others? 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. Are you interested in arts, education, sports or social services? Choose from many different organizations who are looking for your help.

PARKS AND

RECREATION

SENIOR DRIVER IMPROVEMENT

These classroom-driving courses will provide you with a certificate that by state law permits a reduction in your insurance premiums. The certif icate is good for three years!

8-Hour Program:

Drivers over 55 are eligible to receive a 10% discount on their auto insurance upon comple tion of this program. This 8-hour program offers a learning experience for participants by provid ing 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: Wednesday and Thursday March 22-23

TIME: 5:30-9:30pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200 FEE: $28 per person

REGISTER BY: Thursday, March 16

4-Hour Refresher Program:

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 wel come. 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, January 11

TIME: 9am-1pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200

FEE: $24 per person

REGISTER BY: Thursday, January 5

YOGA – 50+

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 mobil ity. Chairs are available and can be used to adapt poses for your comfort. The class environment will help promote peaceful, joyful and healthy individ uals. 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 1: January 3-24 (skip 1/31)

Session 2: February 7-28

Session 3: March 7-28

Session 4: April 4-25

THURSDAY CLASSES

Session 1: January 5-26

Session 2: February 2-23

Session 3: March 2-30 (skip 3/30) Session 4: April 6-27

OLDER ADULTS PROGRAMS FOR

DRUMFIT CARDIO DRUMMING –

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, de signed for older adults, that uses movement and rhythm to benefit both the mind and body. Partic ipants benefit from improved memory and cog

CRAFT CLUB

WHEN: 3rd Tuesdays TIME: 1pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202 FEE: $6/session

REGISTER BY: 1 week prior

JANUARY 17

CARD MAKING

ROSEMOUNT RECYCLES

WHEN: Tuesdays TIME: 10am

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200 FEE: $10/month

REGSITER BY: 1 day prior to session start

nitive function, increased heart health, enhanced mood as well as reduced stress and anxiety, while drumming along with great generational music.

Please join the Craft Club as we tackle the winter blues 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.

FEBRUARY 21 DIAMOND PAINTED BOOKMARKS

HOLIDAY LIGHT COLLECTION

MARCH 21 SPRING TOPIARY

WHEN: November 14-January 31

TIME: During buidling hours

WHERE: Parks and Recreation Department and the Steeple Center

The City of Rosemount will be offering a holiday light collection this season! Rosemount residents can drop their string lights in the containers near the Parks and Recreation Department at the Community Center or the Steeple Center lob by anytime during building hours from November 14, 2022 to January 31, 2023. Holi day 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.

FOR

OLDER ADULTS PROGRAMS

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS

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: First Tuesdays

TIME: 10:45-11:15am

WHERE: Steeple Center, Conference Room FEE: FREE!

AARP FOUNDATION SENIOR TAX-AIDE

The Tax-Aide program provides free tax preparation service staffed by volunteers who are certified by the IRS, and it will once again be offered at the Steeple Center. For more information about the program, services they offer, a list of items to bring to an appointment and more, visit www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_tax aide/ or call AARP at 1-888-687-2277. More information regarding how to schedule an appointment will be announced at a later date.

WHEN: Wednesdays, February 8–April 12

TIME: 9:30am-1pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200 FEE: FREE!

HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING

Medicare, with all its changes, can be very complicated, but you don’t have to let it complicate your life! Meet with a Health Insur ance 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 Mondays TIME: 1-4pm

WHEN: Third Tuesdays TIME: 9am-12pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Conference Room FEE: FREE!

FREE MOVIE MONDAYS

Skip the theater prices and come enjoy a free movie presentation with your friends at the Steeple Center! Closed captioning will be turned on.

[NO MOVIE IN DECEMBER]

JANUARY 23–“Death on the Nile” FEBRUARY 27–“Where the Crawdads Sing” MARCH 27–“Top Gun Maverick”

WHEN: Fourth Mondays TIME: 1pm WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200 FEE: FREE!

PROGRAMS FOR SOCIAL GROUPS & CLUBS

OLDER ADULTS

STEEPLE CENTER BOOK CLUB

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:

DECEMBER 16: Mrs. Mohr Goes Missing by Maryla Szymiczkowa

NO MEETING IN JANUARY

FEBRUARY 17: Somewhere in the Unknown World by Kao Kalia Yang

MARCH 17: Hamnet: A Novel of the Plague by Maggie O’Farrell

APRIL 21: Almost American Girl by Robin Ha

WHEN: Third Fridays

TIME: 10am

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 200

NEEDLEWORK GROUP

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

WOODCARVING CLUB

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-noon

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202

FOR

OLDER ADULTS PROGRAMS

OPEN PAINTING SESSIONS

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 en couraged to share their skills in a non-structured setting. Come join in on the fun!

QUILTING CLUB

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! Partici pants 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!

WHEN: First and third Wednesdays TIME: 12:30-3:30pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202

MONDAY MAY 29 11AM

WHEN: First, second and fourth Tuesdays TIME: 10am-3pm WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 202

SPECIAL EVENT

MEMORIAL DAY EVENT AT CENTRAL PARK

Come and join local elected officials and members of Rosemount Legion and Rosemount VFW in honoring the fallen soldiers of Rosemount in a special Memorial Day Ceremony.

For more information see the City’s Website and Face book page @ www.rosemountmn.gov

ROSEMOUNT AREA

SENIORS

The Rosemount Area Seniors conduct their programs at the Rosemount Steeple Center, 14375 South Robert Trail, unless an other location is specified.

WEEKLY CARDS AND GAMES

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 HEARTS

1ST & 3RD TUESDAYS, 1pm

HAND AND FOOT

2ND & 4TH 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

500 TOURNAMENT

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.

MONTHLY LUNCHEONS

11:30am LUNCHEON 12:15pm ENTERTAINMENT

WHEN: Friday, January 20 TIME: 7pm

WHERE: Steeple Center, Room 100

FEE: $1 for prize money

Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for a membership meet ing, delicious lunch catered by House of Coates, and entertain ment! Monthly luncheons are held in Assembly Hall at the Steeple Center. Pre-registration and payment are required at least one week prior to the Luncheon and can be dropped off at the Stee ple Center in the Rosemount Area Seniors drop box. Please refer to the News from the Steeple Center monthly newsletter, available online or at the Steeple Center, for specific menu and entertain ment listings.

WHAT IS RAAC? THE ROSEMOUNT AREA ARTS COUNCIL!

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 communi ty, 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, Writers’ Fest, Country Faire, and so much more! Check our website for up-to-date information: www.RosemountArts.com.

BECOME A MEMBER OR RENEW ONLINE: It’s easy – go to www.RosemountArts.com, click on Membership, and sign up. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 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.

WEDNESDAYS: COFFEE/HOT CHOCOLATE & CHATS AT MORNING

GLORY If you’d like to learn more and meet a few RAAC members, just drop in at Morning Glory’s Bakery & Café on Highway 3 on any Wednesday morning between 8-9:30am. You are always welcome.

FRONT PORCH PLAYERS (FPP) Rosemount’s Community Theater, the Front Porch Players, is for all ages. This group produces plays for all ages and levels of actors: from melodramas, to improv, to full length Broadway plays. Everyone is invited to audition for these performances. The FPP of Rosemount has produced several shows over the past years, including Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple and Barefoot in the Park, and a classic, Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House

SECOND ACT PLAYERS (SAP) RAAC has a senior theater group made up of 50+ adults – some with theater experience and many without. SAP puts on two plays each year. It also has an Outreach program that goes on the road to senior housing groups, nursing homes, and assisted living centers, presenting a program of light-hearted skits and songs. There are many ways to participate. You do not have to act or appear on a stage. Just come and have fun! If you’re over 50, you automatically can be part of SAP when you join RAAC.

ART EXHIBITS RAAC curates the Steeple Center and Robert Trail Library art galleries. Professional artists’ work is shown at the Steeple Center for 2-3 months, while emerging and student artists’ work is shown monthly at the library. Admission is free during Steeple Center and library hours.

DONATE RAAC is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Our work is funded by grants, memberships, income from events, and donations. If you would like to donate to us, please send a check to P.O. Box 409, Rosemount, MN 55068. Or to donate by credit card, go to www.RosemountArts.com. We’ll put your donation to good use.

TRIBUTE, BLUEGRASS, and JAZZ BAND CONCERTS: Check the RAAC website, www.Rosemount arts.com, for our latest schedule of events.

Building & strengthening our community through the arts.

ROSEMOUNT AREA ARTS COUNCIL

UFOs & PHDs – (Unfinished Objects and Projects Half Done) 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. For more information, contact Jean Crewson at 952-994-1480.

Box Office Hours: Mondays 10am to Noon; Tuesdays 9-11am, Thursdays 1-3pm at the Steeple Center. Purchase tickets with cash or check to avoid a service fee. (Charging available)

Here’s What’s Happening with RAAC this Winter!

SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING EVENTS

November 26, 2022

6pm - Rosemount’s Annual Tree Lighting ceremony at the Steeple Center

December 1-31, 2022 East Lake Elementary School student art at the Robert Trail Library December 3, 2022 2 and 7pm - Christmas at the Steeple Center Annu al Variety Show

December 14, 2022, 7pm- RAAC monthly board meetings, open to all January 2-31, 2023 Red Pine Elementary School student art at the Robert Trail Library January 6, 2023 7pm - Bluegrass Band, Blue Hazard January 11, 2023 7pm- RAAC monthly board meetings, open to all January 19, 2023 6:30pm - Meet the Author, Mark Munger, at the Robert Trail Library January 20, 2023 7pm - Tribute band concert, Billy Joel and Elton John February 1-28, 2023 Rosemount Middle School student art at the Robert Trail Library February 6, 2023 1-4pm- SAP auditions for Spring play

February 8, 2023 7pm- RAAC monthly board meetings, open to all February 10, 2023 7pm - Tribute band concert

February 16, 2023 6:30pm - Meet the Author, Paul Legler, at the Robert Trail Library

February 24, 2023 7pm - Bluegrass Band, Switched at Birth March 1-31, 2023

Rosemount Elementary School student art at the Robert Trail Library March 3, 2023 7pm - Bluegrass Band, Roe Family Singers

March 8, 2023 7pm- RAAC monthly board meetings, open to all March 16, 2023 6:30pm - Meet the Author, Daniel O’Brien, at the Robert Trail Library March 18, 2023 9am-4pm - Writers’ Fest

STEEPLE

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 23-31 for more information), as well as many programs and events hosted by the Rosemount Area Arts Council (see pages 34-35 for more information).

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 will begin accepting 2024 reservations after the first of the year.

COMMUNITY CENTER

CONSIDER THE ROSEMOUNT COMMUNITY CENTER FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT!

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 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 344. Stop by and check out this great space!

MEETING ROOMS: Each of our smaller meeting rooms seat up to 24 people. One larger meeting room holds up to 48. 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, tournaments, trade shows or kid’s birthday parties!