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Outdoor Family Movie Nights

Join us Saturdays for these fun family movies from the past!

MOANA - Aug. 28, 7:45 p.m. Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterey Drive COCO - Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m. Aquila Park, 3110 Xylon Ave. S. RAYA - Sept. 18, 7:15 p.m. Ainsworth Park, 7700 W. 28th St.

Free Yoga by Onelove.yoga

AGES 10+

PARTICIPANTS YOUNGER THAN 18 NEED A PARENT PRESENT PARTICIPATING IN CLASS

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Whether you are new to yoga or a novice, this class is for you! Onelove.yoga will take you through a basic foundational guided practice designed to open your heart and mind through aligning, strengthening and promoting flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques and meditation are also integrated. You can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, ease of movement and modifications to welcome all. Onelove.yoga is a Minnesota, woman founded, nonprofit organization that's mission is to bring yoga and wellness to communities with limited access to its healing. Onelove.yoga was a recipient of the City of St. Louis Park Healthy Living Grant, allowing them to offer these yoga classes. DAY DATEs+TIME

Su Oct. 10, Nov. 7, Nov. 21, Dec. 5, Dec. 19, Jan. 9, Jan. 23, Feb. 6, March 6, March 20, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. FEE Free; participants must preregister for individual dates above. Participants can bring their own mat or one will be provided. Participants can take the mat home if they wish. Registration deadline: Thursday before scheduled Sunday

U.G.L.Y. Sweater Dash

All ages Louisiana Oaks Park, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S. Dig out last year's treasure, throw on the masterpiece you just created or simply enjoy the creativity of others. This 5K course loops through Louisiana Oaks Park and the lighted trees of Oak Hill Park. Afterwards, warm up across the street at Park Tavern and revel in your accomplishments while wearing your new race medal. Registrants also receive a goodie bag. Pre-race pickup will be Friday, Dec. 3. More information will be sent to participants. DAY DATE+TIME

Su Dec. 5; race begins at 5:30 p.m. FEE Early bird fee (before Oct. 17): $35 Registration fee (Oct. 18 – Dec. 4): $40 Race day registration (begins at 4 p.m.): $50

Active All Autumn

All Ages Achieve small, reachable, active goals through the autumn season. Walk as little as 1 mile, hit 7,000 steps in a day or even aim for 50,000 steps in a week. Goals will be big and small, and participants are encouraged to achieve them at their own pace. Achieve as many of the goals as possible over 40 days and receive a corresponding number of entries in a grand prize drawing! A goal tracking sheet will be provided to registered participants. All DAY DATE+TIME registered participants will receive a one-time daily Aquatic Park Su Dec. 6; Race begins at 5:30 p.m. pass to use in 2022. Passes will be mailed in May 2022. DAtes FEE Early bird fee: Before Oct. 23, $25 Registration fee: Oct. 24 – Nov. 22, $30Sept. 22 (first day of autumn) – Oct. 31 FEE Forgot about it fee: Nov. 23 – Dec. 5, $35 Race day registration: Begins at 4 p.m., $45 Free; registration required

Little Tot Playtime

AGES 1 – 5 BY START OF SESSION

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Little tots can bounce in the moon walks, ride the big wheelers, play dress up or build with blocks on the creative carpet! This is an unsupervised activity; parent or guardian must accompany child(ren). DAYS DATES+TIME

Tu – F Nov. 3 – May 6, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (no session Nov. 24 – 26, Dec. 24) FEE $3 per session at the door $55 for 30 sessions which can be used at any session

Little Tot Playtime Attendants Needed

ATTENDANT MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE

Responsibilities include set up and tear down of all program equipment and supervision of the program areas Tuesday – Friday, Nov. 3 – May 6, 9 a.m. – noon (no sessions Nov. 24 – 26 and Dec. 24). Pay is $11 per hour. Immediate children may attend program for free.

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Music Together Music Together Free Fall Demos

AGES 0 – 6

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Discover the joy of making Music Together! Sing, laugh, move and learn along with your baby, toddler or preschooler for 45 minutes of fun each week in these award-winning classes. The goal of Music Together is to make the world a better place by making it more musical. We do this by bringing the highest quality music and movement experiences to children and involving the grownups who love them in the magical process of development that only music can provide. The little ones love the engaging classes, and the caregivers love helping their children grow into confident, life-long music makers. Classes are mixed-age so siblings can be together. Families take home a song book, a corresponding CD and a code to download the music using our free app. Oak Hill Park Central Picnic Shelter, 3401 Rhode Island Ave. S Come give Music Together a try for FREE. Demos are intended for new families; repeats are not advised. Demos will be held outside as long as weather permits. Please dress accordingly. Class will move indoors once weather is cooler. DAYs DATES+TIMEs

Th Sept. 9, 9:15 – 10 a.m. Th Sept. 9, 10:15 – 11 a.m. M Sept. 13, 5:15 – 6 p.m. M Sept. 13, 6:15 – 7 p.m. Th Sept. 16, 9:15 – 10 a.m. Th Sept. 16, 10:15 – 11 a.m.

Music Together Fall Sessions

Oak Hill Park Central Picnic Shelter, 3401 Rhode Island Ave. S Fall sessions will be held outdoors as long as weather permits. Please dress your child accordingly. Class will move indoors once weather is colder.

See Westwood Hills Nature Center preschool programs on page 20!

DAYs DATES+TIMEs M Sept. 20 – Nov. 22, 4:15 – 5 p.m. M Sept. 20 – Nov. 22, 5:15 – 6 p.m. M Sept. 20 – Nov. 22, 6:15 – 7 p.m. Th Sept. 23 – Dec. 2, 9:15 – 10 a.m. (no class Nov. 25) Th Sept. 23 – Dec. 2, 10:15 – 11 a.m. (no class Nov. 25) FEE $189 for first registered child, $104 for each additional sibling 8 months or older. Infants under 8 months attend at no cost with a paid sibling. Cut-off date for a younger sibling to qualify to be a free infant is born after Jan. 20, 2021. Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Kidcreate Studio’s award-winning art classes allow kids to explore art in an environment full of giggles and grins. Kids create fridge-worthy masterpieces while learning art concepts and experimenting with different art materials. Curriculum is age- appropriate and designed to inspire. Classes provide a fun, self-esteem building atmosphere full of “I did it” moments. Making a mess is the best with Kidcreate Studio!

Story Time Art with Kidcreate Studio

AGES 18 months – 6 years

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive This class is a great way to develop your child's love of art and reading! Beautifully illustrated children's books will inspire us each class. Each story will start us on a creative journey through the imagination. We'll create masterpieces using a variety of kid friendly art supplies. We'll swim with Sammy, meet Yertle the Turtle, ride bikes with Curious George and get wild with the wild things. In the words of Max from Where the Wild Things Are, "Let the wild rumpus start!" DAY DATEs+TIME

Th Sept. 23 – Oct. 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. FEE $61 per child (resident) / $69 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Dance programs

These dance programs are designed to be fun and introduce youth to the art of dance. Creative Movement – Pre-ballet

AGES 3 – 5 The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Participants will stretch, tumble and develop their gross mother skills through fun games, stories and a positive environment. This introductory class will teach students age- appropriate skills that will improve their body strength and control while encouraging safety, group interaction and peer encouragement. Ballet shoes, leotard and tights preferred, but not required. DAYs DATES+TIME

W Sept. 8 – Oct. 20, 3:30 – 4:05 p.m. (no class Oct. 13) Sa Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 9 – 9:35 a.m. FEE $63 per child (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Color Encounter with Kidcreate Studio

AGES 18 MOnths – 6 YEARS

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Give your young artist an opportunity to explore the wonderful world of art. In this hands-on class, your toddler will enjoy learning about primary and secondary colors while getting messy with lots of ooey, gooey sensory play. Each class will involve a sensory encounter and an art project that is sure to lay the foundation for a lifelong love of art. All art materials in this class are non-toxic. Come and get messy right along with your child. DAY DATEs+TIME

Beginning Ballet

AGES 6 – 8 The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Participants will learn ballet techniques and terminology in creative ways to express their individuality. Explore barre exercises, center floor work and choreography. Ballet shoes, leotard and tights preferred, but not required. DAY DATES+TIME

Sa Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. FEE $63 per child (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Th Oct. 28 – Nov. 18, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. FEE $61 per child (resident) / $69 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Soccer Shots – Mini

AGE 2 Bronx Park, 2900 Jersey Ave. S. Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program that introduces children to fundamental soccer principles through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement. DAYs DATES+TIMEs

Tu Sept. 14 – Nov. 2, 4:20 – 4:50 p.m. W Sept. 15 – Nov. 3, 4:20 – 4:50 p.m. FEE $157 per child (resident) / $168 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Soccer Shots – Classic

AGES 3 – 5 Bronx Park, 2900 Jersey Ave. S. Soccer Shots Classic uses creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. DAYs DATES+TIMEs

Tu Sept. 14 – Nov. 2, 5 – 5:30 p.m. Tu Sept. 14 – Nov. 2, 5:40 – 6:10 p.m. W Sept. 15 – Nov. 3, 5 – 5:30 p.m. W Sept. 15 – Nov. 3, 5:40 – 6:10 p.m. FEE $157 per child (resident) / $168 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Dance programs

Beginning Ballet

AGES 6 – 8

These dance programs are designed to be fun and introduce youth to the art of dance.

Creative Movement – Pre-ballet

AGES 3 – 5 The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Participants will stretch, tumble and develop their gross mother skills through fun games, stories and a positive environment. This introductory class will teach students age- appropriate skills that will improve their body strength and control while encouraging safety, group interaction and peer encouragement. Ballet shoes, leotard and tights preferred, but not required. DAYs DATES+TIMEs

W Sept. 8 – Oct. 20, 3:30 – 4:05 p.m. (no class Oct. 13) Sa Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 9 – 9:35 a.m. FEE $63 per child (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Participants will learn ballet techniques and terminology in creative ways to express their individuality. Explore barre exercises, center floor work and choreography. Ballet shoes, leotard and tights preferred, but not required. DAY DATES+TIME

Sa Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. FEE $63 per child (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Kidcreate Studio’s award-winning art classes allow kids to explore art in an environment full of giggles and grins. Kids create fridge-worthy masterpieces while learning art concepts and experimenting with different art materials. Curriculum is ageappropriate and designed to inspire. Classes provide a fun, self-esteem building atmosphere full of “I did it” moments. Making a mess is the best with Kidcreate Studio.

Story Time Art with Kidcreate Studio

Just Jazz

AGES 7 – 9 AGES 18 MOnths – 6 YeaRS

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive A fun, upbeat class that gets the body moving and starts developing beginning jazz technique. The class will work on balance, musicality, incorporating jumps and turns, introduction to choreography and most importantly, creativity! DAY DATES+TIME

Sa Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 10:45 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $63 per child (resident) / $71 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full This class is a great way to develop your child's love of art and reading! Beautifully illustrated children's books will inspire us each class. Each story will start us on a creative journey through the imagination. We'll create masterpieces using a variety of kid friendly art supplies. We'll swim with Sammy, meet Yertle the Turtle, ride bikes with Curious George and get wild with the wild things. In the words of Max from Where the Wild Things Are, "Let the wild rumpus start!" DAY DATES+TIME

Th Sept. 23 – Oct. 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. FEE $61 per child (resident) / $69 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full