Parks & Recreation catalog: January – March 2025

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Registration begins at 8 a.m. Dec. 11!

ShamROC Ice Bowling

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parks and Recreation registration

To register for programs and rent select facilities, visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/rec-registration. Family members should be listed on the same account and can be added at any time. Payment is required at the time of registration via credit card. Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express are accepted. Contact the parks and recreation office at 952.924.2540 or recreation@stlouisparkmn.gov with questions.

Become a piece of the puzzle

Looking for a summer job that will be fun and rewarding? You’re in luck! Summer employment opportunities for the parks and recreation department, including the Aquatic Park, will be available starting February 2025. Check back in February and apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouispark.

Visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov for city events, activities and news. @stlouispark nextdoor.com @stlouisparkmn @stlouispark www.youtube.com/slpcable Sign up for email and text notifications: www.stlouisparkmn.gov/sign-up

Stay informed of program changes

Stay informed of weather-related schedule changes, facility closings and details for community events by calling the weather line at 952.924.2567.

Share your story

Share your story of your favorite park memories! Join us in celebrating the joys of our parks and recreation activities by sharing your personal experiences and stories. Whether it's a favorite activity, a memorable event or a newfound passion, your story can inspire others to get involved. Help us showcase the the city's vibrant community!

How to share stories

Share your story by completing the form at bit.ly/my-park-memory. Do you have a photo or video you'd also like to share? You can upload photos to the form or submit videos to recreation@stlouisparkmn.gov.

Community Events

Sh am roc Ice Bowling St. Louis Park

AGES 12+

ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

Got some spare time this winter? Bundle up and join us outdoors for our annual ShamROC ice bowling event for the whole family. Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just in it for the laughs, our frozen green lanes will add a whole new level of challenge and excitement to the game! Bowl four frames to compete for some awesome prizes. Stick around for some music, food, drinks and fun! Register your team of four today to secure your spot.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 15, 1 – 5 p.m. Games take approximately 30 minutes.

FEE $50 per team

Registration deadline: March 12

Disco Ball Ice Skating

ALL AGES

ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

Ice skate as a DJ spins tunes and lights up the ice!

DAY DATEs+TIME

F Jan. 17, 5:45 – 7:15 p.m.

F Feb. 7, 5:45 – 7:15 p.m.

FEE Free to attend. Ice skate rentals available for $3 per person.

ShamROC Event Rentals

Corporate and private rental reservations. Call 952.924.2542 to reserve or learn about sponsorship opportunities.

Lions Club Egg Hunt

AGES 3 – 8

ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

Participants will hunt for candy and special eggs in separate age categories. Each participant will receive a bag to collect their goodies. Bring your camera for a picture with the St. Louis Park Bunny! Prizes will be awarded for the coloring contest for ages 8 and under. Pick up a color sheet at The Rec Center or download it when you register. Bring your completed masterpiece to the event. The event is sponsored by the St. Louis Park Lions Club.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa April 19, 10 a.m. (Egg hunt will begin promptly at 10:15 a.m.)

FEE $6 per person; no fee for supervising adult

Registration deadline: April 18 or when full

Community Events

Walk the Park

ALL AGES

Various locations; see below

Join us at our community walking event where we’ll meet for a 1 to 2-mile leisure walk the second Saturday of every month. If it is raining, snowing or the temperature is below 40 degrees, we will walk inside the St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S. Please meet at the back entrance door 16.

DAY DATEs+TIME+locations

Sa Jan. 11, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., meet at 2025 Texas Ave. S. (door 16), to walk indoors at St. Louis Park Middle School

Sa Feb. 8, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., meet at 2025 Texas Ave. S. (door 16), to walk indoors at St. Louis Park Middle School

Sa March 8, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., meet at 2025 Texas Ave. S. (door 16), to walk indoors at St. Louis Park Middle School

Sa April 12, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., meet at West 16th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue South to walk Lamplighter Park

FEE Free; no registration required

National Day of Racial Healing

All ages

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

The City of St. Louis Park, St. Louis Park Public Schools, St. Louis Park Community Education and Benilde-St. Margaret's are partnering to host the third annual National Day of Racial Healing event. This event is an opportunity for children, teens, neighbors and community members to learn about each other’s diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. All are invited to participate in the community conversation. The event is free, soup and light refreshments will be provided.

DAY DATE+time

M Jan. 20, 4 – 7 p.m.

FEE Free; preregistration required

Registration deadline: open until full

Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.

Activities (subject to change) Bonfires • Cross-country skiing • Sledding • Sleigh rides Snowman building contest • Snowshoeing • Cocoa • S’mores Music • Raffle for prizes Saturday, Jan. 25, noon – 3:30 p.m.

New Year's Gnome Search

ALL AGES

Clues given to various parks

Each week in January a different New Year's gnome will be placed in one of the city's parks. Once a gnome is placed in a park, it will remain there until the end of January.

We will give out clues to help locate the different gnomes each week on Tuesday morning through Facebook and Instagram (@stlouispark), as well as GovDelivery emails.

It is said that those who snap a photo with one of the New Year's gnomes will have some of its good luck transferred to them! Share your photos with us through social media by posting them in the comments section of our weekly clue posts.

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Community Events

Puzzlepalooza Jamboree

AGES 12+

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

Everyone is going puzzle crazy lately! So much that we will be doing TWO challenges in one day and turn it into a Puzzlepalooza Jamboree! Compete with other teams to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in the shortest amount of time and win prizes. Team size is up to four people. Teams may register for both sessions; a different puzzle will be used for each session. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners in each session. The number of teams for each session is limited, so register early!

DAY DATE+TIMEs

M Feb. 17, 10 a.m. – noon (PuzzleTwist® Puzzle)

M Feb. 17, 2 – 4 p.m.

FEE $40 per team per session. One person per team registers. Registration deadline: open until full

Skate School Annual Ice Show

ALL AGES

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive

Skating Through Time

Come one, come all to see the St. Louis Park Skate School skaters put on a show for you!

DAYs DATEs+TIMEs

Sa March 22, 7 p.m.

Su March 23, 1 p.m.

FEE $8 in advance / $10 at the door

Children 2 and under are free to attend.

1/10TH OF A MILE

AGES 21+

The Shops at West End, 1621 West End Blvd. Join us for the third annual Frosty Mug 1/10 th of a mile Crawl. Explore the West End while celebrating community in a unique event designed to get you moving and mingling. Participants will receive an event passport, unlocking special perks courtesy of Utepils at participating West End establishments. As a memento of your accomplishment, you’ll also snag a limited-edition Frosty Mug Crawl long-sleeve shirt and decorative mug to commemorate your journey. Participants are eligible for prizes by turning in their completed event passport by 7 p.m.! Registration is required and space is limited.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Feb. 22, 3 – 7 p.m.

FEE $35 per person

Registration deadline: Feb. 6 or when full

Inspired by: Black History Month

In February, join us in our city parks for "Inspired By: Black History Month.” Through the program, short biographies of Black and African American City of St. Louis Park and school district employees will be displayed throughout the city’s parks, giving residents and visitors the opportunity to learn more about those that make up our community and workforce. Each poster will highlight one employee and will include someone that inspires them when it comes to Black history. Park visitors will have the chance to celebrate Black History Month with us by learning about the influential people throughout Black history who have inspired our employees.

ALL AGES

Get moving this spring and challenge yourself to make or keep up the habit of being active for 30 minutes consistently each day. Being active will look different for each person, so find an active move or activity that increases your heart rate. The goal is to do some kind of movement daily for 46 days. With spring coming, it’s time to re-energize yourself, and movement can help you do that one step, jump or pedal at a time. Submit your tracking sheet by May 23 to be entered into a drawing for a prize. Registered participants who submit their tracking sheets will also receive a free one-time use daily pass to the St. Louis Park Aquatic Park.

DATEs

April 1 – May 16

FEE Free

Registration deadline: April 9

Youth programs

Music Together

Classes are mixed-age so siblings can be together. Infants under 8 months on the first day of the session attend free with paid sibling. Participants receive a CD, a code to download the music, an illustrated songbook and parent education materials.

Music Together

AGES 0 – 6

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Location varies; see below

Free demos

DAYS DATES+TIMES+lOcATIONS

M March 17, 5:15 – 6 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Tu March 18, 4:15 – 5 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Th March 20, 9:15 – 10 a.m.,

Louisiana Oaks Park building, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S.

FEE Free; preregistration required

Winter session

DAYS DATES+TIMES+lOcATIONS

M Jan. 6 – March 10, 4:15 – 5 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

M Jan. 6 – March 10, 5:15 – 6 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Tu Jan. 7 – March 11, 4:15 – 5 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Tu Jan. 7 – March 11, 5:15 – 6 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Th Jan. 9 – March 13, 9:15 – 10 a.m., Louisiana Oaks Park building, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S.

Th Jan. 9 – March 13, 10:15 – 11 a.m., Louisiana Oaks Park building, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S.

FEE $199 for the first registered child. $119 for each additional sibling 8 months or older. Infants under 8 months attend at no cost with a paid sibling. Birth date cut-off for a younger sibling to qualify for free admission is May 6, 2024. Infants attending without a registered sibling pay full $199 fee.

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

M March 31 – June 9 (no class May 26), 4:15 – 5 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

M March 31 – June 9 (no class May 26), 5:15 – 6 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Tu April 1 – June 3, 4:15 – 5 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Tu April 1 – June 3, 5:15 – 6 p.m., Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Th April 3 – June 5, 9:15 – 10 a.m., Louisiana Oaks Park building, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S.

Th April 3 – June 5, 10:15 – 11 a.m., Louisiana Oaks Park building, 3520 Louisiana Ave. S

FEE $199 for the first registered child. $119 for each additional sibling 8 months or older. Infants under 8 months attend at no cost with a paid sibling. Birth date cut-off for a younger sibling to qualify for free admission is July 29, 2024. Infants attending without a registered sibling pay full $199 fee.

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

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 ride the big wheelers and play with cars, trucks, blocks and more! This is an unsupervised activity; parents or guardians must accompany their child(ren).

DAYS DATES+TIME

Tu – F Nov. 12 – May 2 (no session Nov. 21 and 27 – 29; Dec. 24 – 27; Jan. 1; Feb. 28; April 1 – 4), 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

FEE $3 per session at the door $55 for a 30-session punch pass which can be used at any session

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!

Blast–Off Paint Bombs with KidScientific

AGES 4 – 9

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

Get ready for an explosive and colorful good time in this popular class! Kids will create paint bombs that make a messy, exciting explosion. Count down from three, two, one, and watch your artwork come to life with a burst of color and fun! Pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

DAY DATE+TIME

M Jan. 20, 9 a.m. – noon

FEE $46 per person (resident) / $54 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Jan. 12

STEAM – DIY Crystals

AGES 4 – 9

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

Calling all crystal enthusiasts! It’s time to dive into this exhilarating STEAM class where kids will discover the magic of creating their own crystals using mind-blowing, top-secret concoctions. But that’s not all – they’ll also unleash their artistic side by painting vibrant pictures of these dazzling crystals. Do not miss this fantastic adventure! Pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

DAY DATE+TIME

M Jan. 20, 1 – 4 p.m.

FEE $46 per person (resident) / $54 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Jan. 12

Little Diggers with Little Hands Discovery

AGES 18 MOnths – 6 YEARS

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive

Calling all young construction enthusiasts! Get ready for a hands-on, multisensory experience that’s tailor-made for kids who love loaders, diggers and big machines. Dive into a world of exploration where every activity revolves around the excitement of construction and machinery. From feeling the textures of construction sites to immersing yourself in the sounds of heavy machinery, this class is a sensory adventure that will ignite your passion for big equipment. Sites, sounds and textures come alive, creating a fun and educational experience for our young construction enthusiasts!

DAY DATE+TIME

F Jan. 24, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

FEE $22 per person (resident) / $27 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Jan. 14

DIY Pinball Machine

AGES 5 – 12

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Ignite creativity in your DIY pinball machine class! Kids design and construct their own pinball masterpieces, combining fun and engineering in this thrilling hands-on art experience. But that’s not all! Participants will also get to design and construct their own kaleidoscope! Pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child.

DAY DATE+TIME

F Jan. 24, 1 – 4 p.m.

FEE $47 per person (resident) / $55 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Jan. 14

Ready, Set Mess Making with Little Hands Discovery

AGES 18 MONTHS – 6 YEARS

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Welcome to Ready, Set Mess Making, where learning is delightfully untamed! Dive into a world of hands-on exploration and unbridled creativity with our multisensory experiences centered around the joy of being messy. This class celebrates the senses, from squishy textures and vibrant colors to the enticing aromas of exciting experiments. Engage in messy projects, tactile experiments and immersive activities that embrace the beauty of chaos and spark the imagination. Let’s celebrate the wonderfully untidy side of learning!

DAY DATE+TIME

F Feb. 14, 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $22 per person (resident) / $27 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Feb. 2

Creative Movement – Pre-Ballet

AGES 3 – 5

The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive Participants will stretch, tumble and learn introductory ballet moves and positions through fun movements, activities 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.

DAY DATES+TIMEs

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 16, 9 – 9:45 a.m.

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 16, 10 –10:45 a.m.

FEE $66 per person (resident) / $74 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Mites Basketball

GRADES K – 1

St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S.

This skill-based program has an emphasis on instruction of fundamentals such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Instructional scrimmages will be played.

DAY DATEs+TIMEs

Sa Jan. 18 – March 1, 8:40 – 9:40 a.m., grade K

Sa Jan. 18 – March 1, 9:50 – 10:50 a.m., grade K

Sa Jan. 18 – March 1, 11 a.m. – noon, grade 1

Sa Jan. 18 – March 1, 12:20 – 1:20 p.m., grade 1

FEE $50 per person (resident) / $55 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: two weeks before start date or when full

Youth Basketball League

GRADES 2 – 6

Little Tigers Self-Defense

Ages 3 – 5

Davis Community Center

5430 Glenwood Ave. N., Golden Valley Master Tom Malone will help children learn basic martial arts skills. Basic kicks, punches and strikes are taught which helps develop coordination, flexibility, focus and discipline. Please arrive five minutes early so your child is ready to begin at the start of the class.

DAY DATES+TIME

Location varies: Crystal, Golden Valley or St. Louis Park

This recreational league provides youth the opportunity to play against other cities through a partnership with the cities of Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and St. Louis Park. Practices are held once per week at 6 or 7 p.m. and will start one to two weeks before the first game day at St. Louis Park elementary schools. Games are played on Saturdays between 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., primarily at Davis Community Center in Golden Valley. Practice and team information will come directly from your coach or the city you registered with. Teams are coached by parent volunteers.

DAY game DATEs+grades

Sa Jan. 18 – March 8

Boys, grade 2

Boys, grade 3

Boys, grades 4 – 5

Girls, grades 2 – 3

Girls, grades 4 – 5

FEE $70 per person (resident) / $74 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Dec. 15 or when full

Indoor Skateboard Camps at 3rd Lair

AGES 6+

3rd Lair Skate Park, 850 Florida Ave., Golden Valley Camps are for beginners to the boarding experts and everybody in between! Kids will learn the basics like balance, pushing, dropping in, skate park safety and etiquette. Instructors are experienced in the sport and have years of teaching knowledge. A helmet and skateboard are needed for camp. Knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are recommended. All equipment is available for use at no extra charge if needed. All participants are welcome to stay and board after the instruction concludes.

DAYs DATES+TIME

Tu Jan. 7 – Feb. 18 (no class Jan. 28), 5:45 – 6:15 p.m.

Tu Feb. 25 – April 1, 5:45 – 6:15 p.m.

Tu April 15 – May 27 (no class May 6), 5:45 – 6:15 p.m.

FEE $75 per person (resident*) / $80 (non-resident)

*Resident rate applies to participants living in Golden Valley, New Hope or St. Louis Park.

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Tae Kwon Do

AGES 5+

Davis Community Center

5430 Glenwood Ave. N., Golden Valley

Martial arts instills discipline, focus, endurance and flexibility. In this class, Master Tom Malone will teach self-defense skills such as kicks, punches and strikes.

DAY DATES+TIME

Tu Jan. 7 – Feb. 18 (no class Jan. 28), 6:15 – 7 p.m.

Tu Feb. 25 – April 1, 6:15 – 7 p.m.

Tu April 15 – May 27 (no class May 6), 6:15 – 7 p.m.

FEE $96 per person (resident*) / $101 (non-resident)

*Resident rate applies to participants living in Golden Valley, New Hope or St. Louis Park.

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

M Jan. 20, 9 a.m. – noon

M Feb. 17, 9 a.m. – noon

M – F March 24 – 28, 9 a.m. – noon

M – F March 31 – April 4, 9 a.m. – noon

FEE $60 per person per day (resident and non-resident)

Registration deadline: one week before start date or when full

Learn more about camps and programs offered at Westwood Hills Nature Center on pages 18 – 21!

St. Louis Park Athletic Association’s registration timelines

Athletic associations run programs and leagues in St. Louis Park and are independent of the city and school district. For more information, contact the individual association. Scholarships are available for individuals with financial need.

Although the timelines are consistent from year to year, they are an approximation. Refer to the association’s website for exact dates. Scan the QR code for a list of the association websites.

Express Stations

AGES 16+

Wolfe Park building, 3700 Monterey Drive Stations will be set up to use all the major muscle groups and improve balance and reaction time in an effective, fun workout. Equipment provided. Feel free to bring your own weights or a band.

DAYs DATES+TIME

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 10, 6 – 6:45 p.m.

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 12, 6 – 6:45 p.m.

M Feb. 24 – March 31, 6 – 6:45 p.m.

W Feb. 26 – April 2, 6 – 6:45 p.m.

FEE $42 per person (resident) / $47 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: one week before start date

Restorative Yoga

AGES 16+

Wolfe Park building, 3700 Monterey Drive

This stress reducing class will incorporate restorative yoga poses with breathwork and meditation. All levels welcome. Bring a mat or one will be provided.

DAY DATES+TIME

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 10, 7 – 7:45 p.m.

M Feb. 24 – March 31, 7 – 7:45 p.m.

FEE $42 per person (resident) / $47 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: one week before start date

Adult fitness

All Levels Yoga

AGES 16+

Wolfe Park building, 3700 Monterey Drive

This one-hour class provides flexibility, strength, balance improvement, relaxation and stress reduction techniques. Many modifications will be offered. The class is great for experienced or new participants. Please bring your own mat.

day DATEs+TIME

Th Jan. 9 – Feb. 13, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Th Feb. 27 – April 3, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

FEE $60 per person (resident) / $68 (non-resident) Registration deadline: one week before start date

ALL AGES

Get moving this spring and challenge yourself to make or keep up the habit of being active for 30 minutes consistently each day. Being active will look different for each person, so find an active move or activity that increases your heart rate. The goal is to do some kind of movement daily for 46 days. With spring coming, it’s time to re-energize yourself, and movement can help you do that one step, jump or pedal at a time. Submit your tracking sheet by May 23 to be entered into a drawing for a prize. Registered participants who submit their tracking sheets will also receive a free one-time use daily pass to the St. Louis Park Aquatic Park.

DATEs

April 1 – May 16

FEE Free

Registration deadline: April 9

Adult leagues

Adult leagues are offered for team registration only. Call 952.924.2540 to have a registration packet mailed to you or to be placed on a free-agent list.

Indoor Volleyball League

AGES 18+

St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S. Co-rec, six-person officiated league.

day DATEs

W 7 weeks, Feb. 26 – April 16 (no games April 2)

FEE $250 per team

Registration deadline: Feb. 7 or when full

Softball League

AGES 18+

Aquila Park, 3110 Xylon Ave. S. Dakota Park, 2643 Dakota Ave. S.

The league offers both levels of C and D and tournaments (additional cost). Begins late April.

days league type

M – Th Men’s (single or double-header games)

Tu, W, Th Co-rec (single games)

FEE Single games (12 games): $610

Double-header games (20 games): $820

Registration deadline for 2024 returning teams: Feb. 14

Registration deadline for new teams: March 21

Adult officials!

If you have played or still play softball or volleyball and want to make some extra cash, why not consider officiating!

Five reasons to be an adult official:

1. Make some extra cash for that vacation

2. To give back to the game you love

3. Learning the rules from another position can help you be a better player or coach

4. To stay active

Officials are needed

Pollinate

Park speaker

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Learn to enhance pollinator habitat on your property and promote urban natural landscapes to support biodiversity. More information will be provided in our spring/ summer catalog.

Hope to see you there!

day DATE

Tu April 22

Ice skating and hockey

ST.LOUIS PARK SKATE SCHOOL

Ice skating lessons

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive St. Louis Park Skate School offers a hybrid skating program to meet the needs of all of our skaters that incorporates the Learn to Skate USA and Ice Skating Institute (ISI) weSKATE program curriculum. Each class presents a progression of specific skills that build upon one another.

Contact the skating director at skate@stlouisparkmn.gov with questions.

What level do you register for?

If you are not sure what level to register for, register as follows:

• Skaters who are 6 years old and younger, who have little or no skating experience, sign up for Beginner Snowplow.

• Skaters who are 7 years old and older, who have little or no skating experience, sign up for Basic 1/ Pre-Alpha.

Session registration deadlines and class exceptions

In order to staff and add classes as needed, deadline to register for classes is two weeks prior to the start of the session. Add your name to the waitlist if a class is full. Additional classes may be added. Skaters registered for the prior session will be given priority.

Special notes

• Fee includes skate rental, ISI membership, three free sessions to public skating and practice ice (if available).

• Practice ice (if available) on the day of class is open to registered skaters and the parents of Snowplow class participants only.

• Protective headgear is required for all beginner skaters. Bicycle or lightweight hockey helmets are acceptable.

• No shoes or boots on the ice.

• Skaters should wear warm, comfortable clothing, including gloves or mittens.

• First-time skaters and those using rental skates should arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class.

• Skaters may be moved at instructor discretion throughout the session to a level that is appropriate for them.

• Students may remain in the same level for a few sessions before mastering the skills needed to move up to the next level. Skaters that desire to progress more quickly are encouraged to register for two classes a week.

• Class assignments are not guaranteed. Classes may be combined with others or canceled if minimum number has not been met.

Winter 2 session

JANuARY – FEBRuARY

DAYS DATES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 23

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Ice Show Rehearsals

DAYS DATES

M, Sa, Su Feb. 24 – March 21

Spring Ice Show

March 22 – 23, 2025

Group Classes

Beginner Snowplow

AGES 4 – 6

For tots with little to no previous skating experience. Class emphasis is on learning to stand, fall and move on the ice through songs and games. Protective headgear is required.

DAYS DATES+TIMES FEE (R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $84/$93

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 6:30 – 7 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Advanced Snowplow

AGES 4 – 6

For tots with previous skating experience. Must have passed Beginner Snowplow. Class emphasis is on pushing, gliding, stops and forward/backward skating. Protective headgear is required.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

(R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $84/$93

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 6:30 – 7 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. $84/$93 Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Special Skater

AGES 5+

The special skater program consists of a modified learn-to-skate curriculum and test standards, and opens the door to the wonderful world of ice skating for individuals of all ages and abilities. These tests are designed to be smaller steps to learn the basic skill maneuvers in the traditional Pre-Alpha through Delta levels. A parent/guardian or authorized companion who can already skate may join the skater, if desired, at no extra cost. Protective headgear is required.

DAY DATES+TIME FEE (R/NR)

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Basic 1/Pre-Alpha

AGES 7 – 15

For youth with little previous skating experience. Class emphasis is on learning to stand, fall and move on the ice. This class will teach forward swizzles, backward wiggles and beginning stops. Protective headgear is recommended.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha

AGES 4 – 15

FEE (R/NR)

$84/$93

$84/$93

$84/$93

$84/$93

Basic 5/Beta

AGES 4 – 15

For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 4/Alpha Mastery level. Emphasis is on backward edges on a circle, backward crossovers, backward stroking and T-stops. Skaters will also be introduced to three-turns and beginner two-foot spins.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

$84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Basic 6 Pre-Free Skate/Gamma-Delta

AGES 4 – 15

For skaters who have passed the beginner levels. Skaters will master forward skating, backward swizzles, one-foot glides, moving snowplow stops and standing two-foot turns.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:15 – 9:45 a.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Basic 3/Alpha Introductory

AGES 4 – 15

FEE (R/NR)

$84/$93

$84/$93

$84/$93

For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 2/Advanced Pre-Alpha level. Elements introduced are forward stroking, beginning forward two-foot turns, backward glides, one-foot snowplow stops and preparation for forward crossovers.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Basic 4/Alpha Mastery

AGES 4 – 15

FEE (R/NR)

$84/$93

$84/$93

For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 5/Beta level. Skaters will continue mastery of forward three turns, Mohawk turns, hockey stops, forward edges, bunny hops, shoot-the-ducks and lunges.

DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Freestyle

AGES 6+

For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 6 Pre-Free Skate/Gamma-Delta level. Skaters will learn to jump, spin and other exciting moves in ISI Freestyle. Skaters must have passed the previous level to register for the next level. A progression to more difficult jumps and spins taught at each level. Student must successfully demonstrate the required elements while performing a program to music to pass a level.

FREESTY l E 1 – 2

DAYS DATES+TIMES FEE (R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 8:30 – 9 a.m.

For skaters who have successfully completed Basic 3/Alpha Introductory. Skaters will learn how to hold forward inside and outside edges on a circle, forward crossovers, backward half swizzles on a circle and backward one-foot glides.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

FEE (R/NR)

$84/$93

$84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

FREESTY l E 3+

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 7:30 – 8 p.m.

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

$84/$93

$84/$93

(R/NR)

$84/$93

$84/$93

Adult Beginner AGES

16+

For adults with little or no previous skating experience. Participants will work on basic forward and backward skating, one- and two-foot glides, stops and improving stability on the ice. Protective headgear is recommended.

DAYs DATES+TIMEs FEE (R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Adult

Intermediate AGES 16+

For adults who are comfortable on the ice and are ready for new maneuvers. This class will focus on improving stops, push and glide forward skating, backward glides as well as learning edges, crossovers and turns.

DAYs DATES+TIMEs FEE (R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Adult Advanced AGES 16+

For adults who are ready to improve edges, turns and crossovers and begin learning spins, jumps and moves in the field.

DAYs DATES+TIMEs FEE (R/NR)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 7:30 – 8 p.m. $84/$93

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 8:30 – 9 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Specialty Classes

Adult SkateFit

AGES 16+

SkateFit is designed for adult skaters who want to stay fit by skating but want more than an open skate session. Each session will be instructor-led and will work to improve stroking, power, edges, posture and control to enhance their overall skating ability.

DATES+TIME

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 8:45 – 9:30 p.m. FEE $12 one-time admission

Jump, Spin and Spiral

PRE-ALPHA LEVEL AND UP

For skaters that want to take their skating skills to the next level. This class focuses on basic to advanced jumps, spins and edge techniques. Skaters will be grouped with skaters of similar jump and spin level.

Pre-Alpha through Freestyle 2

DAY DATES+TIME FEE (R/NR)

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

3 and up

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 7:30 – 8 p.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Alpha through Freestyle

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 23, 6 – 6:30 p.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Moves, Power and Edges

GAMMA LEVEL AND UP

$84/$93

Freestyle Off-Ice Training

FREESTYLE LEVEL SKATERS

Improve your skating skills and performance on the ice. The class will vary from week to week, covering jump and spin exercises, strength and conditioning, balance and flexibility. Classes are for Freestyle level skaters and are designated by current class level. Come to class wearing athletic/skating attire and athletic footwear.

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 6 – 6:30 p.m. $35/$42

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

$84/$93

Off-Ice Harness Training

AGES 5+

$84/$93

Skaters will work to improve stroking, power, edges, posture and control to enhance their overall skating ability. Advanced adults who are comfortable skating forward and backward crossovers are welcome. DAY DATES+TIME

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 23, 4:45 – 5:15 p.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Junior/Senior Club

AGES 5+

$63/$70

Introduces skaters Basic 6/Gamma through Freestyle levels to use the full ice surface for their skating skills. Each skater will receive a private lesson with the remainder of the class time to practice independently. Skaters must also be enrolled in their appropriate skate school class in addition to this course.

Junior/Senior

Club (Gamma and up)

Sa Jan. 11 – Feb. 22, 8 – 8:30 a.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Junior Club (Gamma – Freestyle 3)

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 7:15 – 7:30 p.m. $42/$47

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 7 – 7:30 p.m.

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 23, 5:30 – 6 p.m.

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

Senior Club (Freestyle 3 and up) DAYs DATES+TIMEs

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 17, 8:15 – 8:45 p.m. $84/$93

W Jan. 8 – Feb. 19, 8 – 8:30 p.m. $84/$93

Su Jan. 12 – Feb. 23, 6:30 – 7 p.m. $84/$93

Registration deadline: Dec. 20

This private lesson training provides skaters the opportunity to practice and improve their air rotation position and eliminates the focus of the on-ice set up and potential falls. Training is offered to skaters of all abilities to work on their technique in a safe environment. Skaters should wear athletic/skating attire and athletic footwear or skates.

Lessons are held in 10 to 15-minute increments. Email skate@stlouisparkmn.gov to schedule private off-ice harness training. Days and times vary by instructor availability. Days and times vary by instructor availability. FEE $5 per skater per lesson

Developmental Ice Skating

AGES 4+

Developmental ice is available for figure skaters to practice their skating skills with or without a private lesson. During developmental ice, there are no hockey pucks, hockey sticks or games allowed. If capacity is reached, skaters may add their name to the wait list. They will be contacted if there is a cancellation or opening.

DAYs DATES+TIMEs

Tu Jan. 7 – March 25, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m.

W Jan. 8 – March 26, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m.

Sa Jan. 4 – March 29, 7 – 8 a.m.

FEEs $12: one-time entrance $30 – $50: monthly contract

Annual Spring Ice Show Skating Through Time

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive

Come one, come all to see the St. Louis Park Skate School skaters put on a show for you featuring performances to songs from your favorite TV shows!

DAYs DATES+TIMEs

Sa March 22, 7 p.m.

Su March 23, 1 p.m.

FEE Tickets: $8 in advance / $10 at the door

Children 2 and under are free to attend.

How to request a kit

Sensory kits are available!

The City of St. Louis Park is pleased to offer sensory kits to help visitors fully enjoy recreation facilities and events. A sensory kit is a portable box filled with sensory tools and toys designed to reduce stress or sensory triggers for individuals while not distracting others around them.

Sensory kits will be available at the Aquatic Park, The Rec Center, Westwood Hills Nature Center, and at parks and recreation programs and events. Kits are free and can be checked out when used at city facilities. At events, designated areas will be available for those wishing to use the kits; they will not be checked out. Signs at facilities and events will direct visitors to sensory kit locations.

• An adult can request a kit by completing an equipment checkout form at facilities if the individual is not enrolled in a program.

• If the individual is enrolled in a program, an adult can ask city staff members/leaders for a kit.

• Forms are not required at events.

2025 skate show

Public skating

ALL AGES

Come skate during open skating sessions. Please note the skating schedule exceptions, or call 952.924.2567, option 7, to confirm dates and times.

INDOOR:

Now – June 6

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive

DAYs TIMEs

M, W, F Noon – 1:30 p.m. (no skating Dec. 25 and 27; Jan. 1; Feb. 28; March 31; April 2, 4 and 5; May 26)

Sa 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (no skating Dec. 28, March 1, April 5, May 24)

Su 2 – 3:30 p.m. (no skating March 2, April 20, May 25)

FEE $4 per person (youth and senior)

$35 for 10 passes (youth and senior)

$5 per person (adult)

$40 for 10 passes (adult)

OPTIONAL FEES: $3 skate rental, $5 skate sharpening

After June 6, weekend skating only will be offered.

OUTDOOR:

Now – March 9

ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

DAYs TIMEs

F 5:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Sa 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (no skating Jan. 4; Feb. 1 and 15)

Su 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. (no skating Feb. 16 and 23)

FEE $4 per person (youth and senior)

$35 for 10 passes (youth and senior)

$5 per person (adult)

$40 for 10 passes (adult)

OPTIONAL FEES: $3 skate rental

The Rec Center Skate Shop

The skate shop is located in The Rec Center in between the west and east ice arenas. The shop has rental skates and skate sharpening service.

DAYs TIMEs

Sa 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Su 2 – 4 p.m.

OPTIONAL FEES

$3 skate rental, $5 per skate sharpening

Note: Services available outside of the above hours. Ask at The Rec Center front desk.

Public Hockey

Adult Open Hockey

AGES 16+

The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive

Adult hockey is available at The Rec Center's indoor ice arena. Schedule is subject to change. Call 952.924.2567 to confirm dates and times.

DAYs DATES+TIME

Tu, Th Now – June 5 (no hockey Dec. 26; April 1 and 3), noon – 1:30 p.m.

FEE $5 per person / $45 for 10 passes

ROC Open Pond Hockey

All AGES ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive

and 16), 11 a.m. – noon

Free

ROC Warming House

The warming house is located inside The Rec Center by the ROC. The warming house has rental skates available during public skating sessions.

DAYs TIMEs

F 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Sa Noon – 2 p.m.

Su Noon – 2 p.m.

OPTIONAL FEE $3 skate rental

Access to fun scholarship

How it works

The city offers a program for those that live, work or attend school in St. Louis Park that may need financial assistance to participate in our recreation programs.

• A family member can receive a maximum of $200 in fee assistance per calendar year (January – December) and must pay the first 50% of the activity/program fee.

• Eligibility is based on family size and household income. Using the table below, find your family size. If your maximum total household income is at or below the amount shown and you live, work or attend school in St. Louis Park, you would qualify.

• Fee assistance must be approved for each program/activity.

• Those who qualify should submit an application. For more information, call 952.924.2540 or download the application online at www.stlouisparkmn.gov/activities-programs.

What programs are eligible?

• Aquatic Park season passes

• Parks and recreation special events and programs

• Westwood Hills Nature Center programs

What programs are not eligible?

• Adult athletic leagues

• Any class, program or pass that is $10 or less

• Birthday party packages

• Facility rentals (ice rinks, rooms and picnic shelters)

• Westwood Hills Nature Center outreach programs

Donate to Access to Fun

Make a tax-deductible donation to Access to Fun at www.stlouisparkmn.gov/parks-rec or call 952.924.2540 for more information.

*Based on U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development income limits for state, federal and local programs.

City of St. Louis Park

ADULT PROGRAMS

Nature Unnoticed

AGES 18+

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Explore your natural curiosity. Join a naturalist on a nature walk. We’ll focus in on the seasonal activities of the plants and animals found in the park, so each hike will be a unique experience.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Feb. 22, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Public programs

All children ages 2+ must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult unless otherwise stated.

Woodpeckers

all AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. You can’t miss the sound of a woodpecker drumming on a tree, but why and how do they do this? Learn fun facts and how to identify clues that can lead you to woodpecker activity. Then, head out on a naturalist-led hike to practice your new skills!

DAY DATE+TIME

Su Jan. 5, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Critters Close-Up

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Have you ever wondered what a salamander feels like? What a turtle likes to eat? How a snake moves without any legs? Our education animals will be out for an up-close and hands-on morning where you can learn the answers to these questions and more.

DAYs DATEs+TIME

Sa Jan. 11, 10 – 11 a.m.

Su Feb. 16, 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $4 per person (resident) / $6 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Animal Tracks and Signs

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Learn how to detect the “clues” that will help you identify the animal guests visiting your yard. We will go outside on a nature hike to practice our detective skills as we search for tracks, food, fur and other evidence the animals leave behind.

DAY DATE+TIME

Su Jan. 19, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Groundhog Day

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Whether you’re ready for spring or counting on six more weeks of winter, come on out to Westwood to celebrate the season and learn a bit about the critter that inspired the tradition. Explore weather changes and animal survival through a hands-on activity and a fun winter walk!

DAY DATE+TIME

Su Feb. 2, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Nature Valentines

all AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Oh DEER, will you BEE my valentine? Spend an afternoon at the nature center creating valentines for your loved ones (bad nature puns optional). We’ll take a short winter hike to collect natural items to include in your creations. Let your creativity go wild! All materials are included.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Feb. 8, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Foxes and Coyotes

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Foxes and coyotes are common visitors to Westwood Hills Nature Center and over the years have even denned in the park. Come learn about these fascinating animals, their homes and hideouts, and then take a walk to search for signs of them in the nature center.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 1, 10:30 a.m. – noon

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Constellation Campfire

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Discover the magic of the night sky with this informational program and night hike! Spend time searching for and learning how to identify common constellations in Minnesota’s night sky. End the evening with origin stories of popular star patterns while enjoying hot cocoa around a campfire. Activities are weather dependent.

DAY DATE+TIME

F March 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Snowshoe Adventure

AGES 6+

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Join us for an exciting day of exploring Westwood Hills Nature Center on snowshoes. Learn the basics of snowshoeing, then head out to practice your skills while playing games and following tracks in the snow. Snowshoes are provided. Be sure to wear warm winter boots and dress in layers. This event is dependent on snow conditions.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 8, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Maple Syrup

All AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Join us for this annual rite of spring. Tap a tree and if the sap is running, taste the sweet sap. Discover how the trees are tapped and how the sap is collected and cooked to become syrup. End with a sweet sample of Westwood’s maple syrup.

DAY DATE+TIMEs

Su March 16, 10:30 a.m. – noon

Su March 16, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Walking Sticks

AGES 5+

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Visit Westwood and pick out a buckthorn walking stick. Fashion your walking stick to your liking, then take a hike to test your creation.

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 22, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $7 per person (resident) / $10 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Preschool programs

Monday Minnows and Tuesday Turtles

AGES 4 – 5 (DROP-OFF PROGRAM)

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Explore and discover the world outside while on naturalist-led hikes. We’ll listen to nature stories, create crafts, play games and laugh with our famous puppets. Each week we’ll dive into a different nature topic. Choose Mondays or Tuesdays, not both.

Monday Minnows

DAY DATEs+TIME

M Jan. 6, 13 and 27 (no class Jan. 20), 1 – 3 p.m.

M Feb. 3, 10 and 24 (no class Feb. 17), 1 – 3 p.m.

M March 3, 10, 17 and 24, 1 – 3 p.m.

FEE $45 per person (resident) / $51 (non-resident) for January and February $60 per person (resident) / $68 (non-resident) for March

Registration deadline: when program is full

Tuesday Turtles

DAY DATEs+TIME

Tu Jan. 7, 14 and 28 (no class Jan. 21), 1 – 3 p.m.

Tu Feb. 4, 11 and 25 (no class Feb. 18), 1 – 3 p.m.

Tu March 4, 11, 18 and 25, 1 – 3 p.m.

FEE $45 per person (resident) / $51 (non-resident) for January and February $60 per person (resident) / $68 (non-resident) for March

Registration deadline: when program is full

Puppet Story Time

all ages

CHILDREN AGES 2+ MUST PAY AND BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID ADULT

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Laugh out loud as the Westwood puppets tell a story in their animated comical style. Begin with open play and exploration. Naturalist-led activities will highlight the story and create memories for you and your youngest family members. End with the opportunity for a naturalist-led hike. Registration and fees are per person per date. Sign up for one, two or all three!

Tracks in the Snow DAYs DATEs+TIME

M Jan. 6, 10 – 11 a.m.

F Jan. 10, 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $7 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Who’s Hibernating

DAYs DATEs+TIME

M Feb. 3, 10 – 11 a.m.

F Feb. 7, 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $7 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Maple Syrup

DAYs DATEs+TIME

M March 3, 10 – 11 a.m.

F March 7, 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $6 per person (resident) / $7 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Spring break camps

Art in Nature

GRADES 1 – 5

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Combining art and nature is one of our favorite ways to spark creativity and appreciate the natural world. Join us at camp to create art inspired by what we see and find outside. There will also be plenty of time outdoors to explore the trails and woods. Bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Dress for spending time outdoors.

DAY DATE+TIME

M March 31, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

FEE $40 per person (resident) / $45 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

April Fools’ Camp

GRADES 1 – 5

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Spend April Fools’ Day learning about how tricky animals can be! Camouflage, mimicry, playing dead and making strange sounds are all ways critters can fool or outsmart us. We will learn about these sneaky critters as we play, hike and watch silly puppet shows. Bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Dress for spending time outdoors.

DAY DATE+TIME

Tu April 1, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

FEE $40 per person (resident) / $45 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Spring Discoverers

GRADES 1 – 5

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Spend a spring day outdoors at the nature center. Activities could include discovering what’s growing, splish-splashing in the puddles and playing games in the woods. Exact activities will depend on weather conditions that day. Bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Dress for spending time outdoors.

DAY DATE+TIME

W April 2, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

FEE $40 per person (resident) / $45 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Nature Play

GRADES 1 – 5

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Run! Hide! Jump! From large group games to individual pursuits, nature play is all about finding our fun in the great outdoors. Bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Dress for spending time outdoors.

DAY DATE+TIME

Th April 3, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

FEE $40 per person (resident) / $45 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: when program is full

Scout programs

Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for your scouting needs. We can customize our programs to meet your specific badge requirements, special awards and service projects. These activities provide scouts with the opportunity to build character and leadership, connect to the community, discover new things, collaborate with other scouts and have fun in an outdoor environment. Our facility includes wetland, prairie and forest habitats which are ideal for exploration and service projects. For details and scheduling, call 952.924.2544.

Service projects

Looking for a service project for your community, scout or service group? Westwood can provide opportunities for park clean-ups, plantings or other projects. For details and scheduling, call 952.924.2544.

Home school programs

ages 5+

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT NO CHARGE FOR SUPERVISING ADULT

Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for home schools! We can customize our recreation and nature programs to fit a variety of seasons, ages and learning needs. Popular topics include honeybees and pollinators, maple syruping, autumn trees and apple cider, animal homes and habitats, pond study, snowshoeing and more. For details and scheduling, call 952.924.2544.

Park Pack Rentals

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.

Are you looking for something to do with your family? Check out Westwood’s Park Packs! These free-to-use backpacks are full of nature activities, including tools for investigations, books, suggestions for art activities and more. Each Park Pack has a theme, such as birds, forests, mammals, insects, ponds, or reptiles and amphibians. These packs can be borrowed for a week at a time. A valid credit card and photo ID are required for deposit. For more information and details, call 952.924.2544 or stop by Westwood Hills Nature Center!

Snowshoe and Kicksled Rentals

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Stop at the interpretive center front desk to rent a pair of snowshoes or a kicksled for use at Westwood Hills Nature Center. A valid credit card and photo ID are required for deposit.

Snowshoes (minimum 6-inch snow base)

FEE $5 per hour (resident) / $6 (non-resident)

Kicksleds (trails snow covered and packed)

FEE $5 per hour (resident) / $6 (non-resident)

All-terrain wheelchair

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center has a GRIT Freedom all-terrain wheelchair available for visitors to use on the nature center trails. This manual, all-terrain wheelchair has a chain drive system that allows users to operate it independently or assisted by a caregiver with handlebars.

Visitors can rent the wheelchair for free during normal business hours by visiting the interpretive center front desk. A valid credit card and photo ID are required for deposit. For more information, call 952.924.2544.

AGES 4+

Westwood Hills Nature Center is the perfect venue for any birthday party! Birthday parties include a one-hour program led by one of our naturalists and another hour for gifts and food in a private party room. Party guests will meet a live animal, go for a hike outdoors and then celebrate in the party room. You bring the treats, paperware and presents.

Call 952.924.2544 for reservations.

Reservations are being accepted for Saturdays and Sundays.

FEE

$130 per party (resident) / $140 (non-resident)

Just looking for rental space for your party or other event? See Westwood Hills Nature Center facility rentals on pages 26 – 27.

Westwood Hills Nature Center gift store

Whether you are looking to purchase a nature game, children’s book or field guide for your own reference, you might find just what you are looking for in the Westwood Hills Nature Center gift store. When you visit, don’t forget your quarters for the ever-popular polished rock machine located in the exhibit area.

Being the difference and Parks & Recreation

24 PARKING LOTS PLOWED

14,000

17 SKATING RINKS MAINTAINED LIGHTBULBS ILLUMINATING PARKS

enriching lives in 2024!

HOURS MAINTAINING OUTDOOR RINKS

2,000+ 80

ADULT ATHLETES IN THE INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

3,000 EGGS HUNTED AT THE LIONS CLUB EGG HUNT

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Go green

Annual tree sale begins March 1

Help increase our city’s tree canopy by adding trees to your landscape! Starting March 1, visit www.treetrust.org to order and pay for your trees as part of the city’s annual tree sale. Trees are $35 each; a maximum of three trees per property may be purchased. Preview of the 2025 available trees will begin mid-February.

Need a tree but not ready to plant it yourself? The city offers a full-service tree sale option where the city covers a portion of the planting costs. Total cost can be as low as $35 depending on your location in the city. The cost-share amount is higher for those who have had an ash tree removed due to emerald ash borer. Visit treecanopyslp.myshopify.com to find out more and reserve your tree starting February!

Don’t feed wildlife

Many residents enjoy viewing and feeding wildlife in the city. Unfortunately, improper feeding can lead to large animals such as deer, turkeys and geese collecting on properties, which often results in landscape damage to surrounding properties. City code allows feeding as long as the feeder is at least 5 feet above the ground and the ground remains cleaned of spilled feed.

Emerald ash borer

Emerald ash borer (EAB) is widespread in St. Louis Park. City staff trained as Minnesota tree inspectors will be out marking ash trees infested with EAB for removal. By city ordinance, the city marks public and private trees that may become hazardous to the public and need to be removed. Healthy or lightly infested trees can be protected from EAB with treatment injections. The city has assistance programs for treatments. For income qualified households, the city offers additional assistance with removals, treatments and replanting. Visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/eab for more information.

Energy Assistance Program now open

Minnesota’s Energy Assistance Program helps pay for heat and electricity costs for income-qualified families. Both homeowners and renters can qualify for the free assistance program that offers an average of $500 monthly per household, as well as support for emergencies, appliance replacement and more. Applications are open now for winter 2024 – 2025 and are due by May 31, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit mn.gov/energyassistance.

Save money on energy upgrades with the Climate Champions program

Climate Champions is St. Louis Park’s energy efficiency, cost-share and recognition program, available to owners of homes, multifamily properties, businesses and organizations. Receive a free or low-cost energy assessment before qualifying for partial reimbursement on energy upgrades such as insulation, cold climate heat pumps and solar.

Learn more at www.stlouisparkmn.gov/climate-champions.

Smart salting

Use deicing salt sparingly to protect Minnesota waters! As the first snow of the season arrives, Minnesotans start thinking about clearing snow and ice from pavement — sometimes with salt. But when the snow melts or it rains, the salt, which contains chloride, runs into storm drains and nearby lakes, rivers and groundwater.

Though environmentally safe, effective and inexpensive alternatives to salt aren’t yet available, smart salting strategies can help reduce chloride pollution in state waters. You might think more salt means more melting and safer conditions, but it’s not true! Salt will effectively remove snow and ice if salt grains are scattered about 3 inches apart. A coffee mug full of salt (about 12 ounces) is all you need for a 20-foot driveway or 10 sidewalk squares (roughly 1,000 square feet). Consider using a hand-held spreader to apply salt consistently and use salt only in critical areas. Sweep up any extra salt that is visible on dry pavement – it is no longer doing any work and will be washed away into local waters. Visit the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Smart Salting webpage, www.pca.state.mn.us/business-with-us/smart-salting-training for more information.

Rainwater Rewards

Funding available for landscaping projects

It’s not too early to start thinking about spring landscaping projects that can help manage stormwater. The city’s Rainwater Rewards program offers funding and technical guidance to residential property owners who install projects that do at least one of the following: protect and restore stormwater by capturing pollutants in rainwater runoff, increase the watershed’s ability to store water, preserve and restore native plant and wildlife communities, or protect and preserve groundwater quality and quantity. Project examples include rain gardens, rain barrels, permeable pavement, green roofs and other innovative stormwater management practices. Program benefits include cost share, guidance with management practices, selecting designers and contractors, and future planning. The program is available to residential properties in St. Louis Park. Applications are accepted year-round while funding remains. To learn more, visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/rainwater-rewards, or contact Erick Francis, water resources manager, at efrancis@stlouisparkmn.gov or 952.924.2690.

Registration options

To better serve you, visit the online registration site!

Online registration!

CivicRec is our mobile-friendly site that provides users with a more intuitive, easy-to-navigate system for browsing and registering for recreation activities, classes, sports and leagues. You will need to create a new account online or next time you visit The Rec Center or Westwood Hills Nature Center if you don't already have one.

Steps to creating a new account

To create a new account, visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/rec-registration. On a desktop device, click on the "Log In/Create Account" button in the upper left-hand corner, then select "Create Your St. Louis Park Account." On mobile devices, select "Account" in the upper right corner and then select "Sign Up."

Winter activity registration begins Wednesday, Dec. 11.

Registration forms

Get a registration form at The Rec Center or Westwood Hills Nature Center. Forms can be dropped off at The Rec Center or nature center's front desk or in the secure lockbox located near the front desk at The Rec Center.

The Rec Center service counter hours

Days September – May June – August Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. 8 a.m.

The Rec Center will close at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 31, will close at 2 p.m. Dec. 24, and will be closed all day Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.

Westwood Hills Nature Center interpretive center hours

Days Times

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The interpretive center will close at 2 p.m. Dec. 24 and will be closed all day Dec. 25, Jan. 1 and 20, Feb. 17 and April 20.

Westwood Hills Nature Center trails are open daily, sunrise to sunset. Vestibule restroom is available during this time.

Register early!

To ensure your participation, register as soon as possible. All activities have maximum enrollment limits. Activities also have minimum enrollment requirements and can be canceled if registration is insufficient. If the registration deadline has passed, you may call the recreation office or Westwood Hills Nature Center to see if any openings remain.

Instructors can't accept registrations in class.

Resident benefits

Residents pay a lower fee for many activities. A resident is someone who lives or works full time in St. Louis Park. Non-residents who register as residents will forfeit their fee and their place in the activity.

How to register

Sorry, we can't accept registration over the phone.

1. Visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/rec-registration. Individuals with disabilities may request auxiliary aids for registration; call 952.924.2540 or email cvoss@stlouisparkmn.gov.

2. Payment must accompany registration. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, cash and checks. Make checks payable to “City of St. Louis Park.”

3. Visit The Rec Center or Westwood Hills Nature Center to complete a registration form.

Confirmations and cancelations

We do not send enrollment confirmations. You will be contacted only if:

• The program is full.

• The program is canceled.

• The date, time or location has changed.

Activities may be canceled due to poor weather. Call the weather line at 952.924.2567 if weather appears questionable.

Refund policy

Full refunds are given only when an activity is canceled by the parks and recreation division. When registration is withdrawn prior to the first day of the activity, a 20% administrative fee will be assessed. Partial credit will be considered if cancelation is due to injury or serious illness.

Access to fun

Access to Fun

Partial fee assistance is available to those who live, work or go to school in St. Louis Park.

See page 17 for details. Those who qualify should submit an Access to Fun application.

Visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/activities-programs for more information and the online form or call 952.924.2540.

Westwood Hills Nature Center

Interpretive center

Westwood Hills Nature Center has several spaces in the interpretive center that are available to rent for meetings, wedding receptions, galas, company events, birthday parties, family reunions and more! The multipurpose room can be split into three smaller spaces (Aspen, Oak and Willow), two larger rooms or left as one large room. The interpretive center also has a smaller, separate conference room, an exhibit space and a patio space that are available to rent.

RENTAl DAYS TIMES

Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday – Sunday 9 a.m. – midnight

Amenities

Tables (high-top and regular available), chairs, audiovisual equipment, podium, dimmable lighting, room darkening shades, mobile bar, caterer's holding kitchen (available for an additional fee).

Square feet: 2,200

Capacity:

Theater (chairs only): 174

Rectangular tables and chairs: 120

Round tables and chairs: 128

Square feet: 848

Capacity:

Theater (chairs only): 72

Rectangular tables and chairs: 48

Round tables and chairs: 48

FEE

$60 per hour (resident) / $70 (non-resident)

$100 damage deposit

Multipurpose room

(Oak, Aspen and Willow rooms combined)

The multipurpose room overlooks the north water garden and bog and is available to rent for wedding receptions, galas, company events, family reunions and more! This space can be left as one large space or split into two or three rooms.

The outdoor patio is accessible through the combined multipurpose room. Reservation of the outdoor patio is an additional fee.

FEE

$1,600 per 12-hour rental (resident) / $1,900 (non-resident)

$800 damage deposit

Square feet: 865

Capacity:

Theater (chairs only): 72

Rectangular tables and chairs: 48

Round tables and chairs: 56

FEE

$60 per hour (resident) / $70 (non-resident)

$100 damage deposit

Square feet: 480

Capacity:

Theater (chairs only): 30

Rectangular tables and chairs: 24

Round tables and chairs: 24

FEE

$55 per hour (resident) / $65 (non-resident)

$100 damage deposit

of St. Louis Park

Oak room

Aspen room

Willow room

Center indoor facility rentals

Exhibit space

The 1,100-square-foot exhibit space is the perfect location to hold a networking meeting. Mingle with others while enjoying the interpretive center exhibits and displays. This room has floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the nature center’s grounds and can accommodate 50 people.

FEE

$105 per hour (resident) / $125 (non-resident)

$500 refundable damage deposit

Maple conference room

The Maple conference room overlooks the woods, as well as the east lobby and fireplace. The room can accommodate 16 people.

FEE

$55 per hour (resident) / $65 (non-resident)

$100 refundable damage deposit

Oak patio

The Oak patio is located at the back side of the interpretive center building and can accommodate 50 people in theater style seating. It is accessible from the multipurpose room and the exhibit hall and provides a partially sheltered area for outdoor gatherings. The patio provides a beautiful view of the nature center and overlooks the north water garden.

FEE

$37 per hour (resident) / $47 (non-resident)

Water garden and waterfall observation deck

Enjoy the background view of the water garden as you watch the water flow over the top of the 6-foot-high waterfall and tumble down the hillside! From the accessible observation deck, you can see the full view of the waterfall, water garden, Westwood Lake and surrounding woods. This is an ideal location for small events up to 25 people.

FEE

$40 per hour (resident) / $50 (non-resident)

$100 damage deposit

Scan the QR code for a virtual tour of the interpretive center!

For additional information and availability, contact Heidi Batistich at hbatistich@stlouisparkmn.gov or 952.928.1415.

Facilities and rentals

Turf rental

April 12 – May 7, 2025

The outdoor facility will have turf, which is great for soccer, football or other activities.

SuNDAY – SATuRDAY, 8 A M. – 10 p.M FEE $60 per hour (resident) / $75 (non-resident)

Events at the

Ice arena rental

Now – April 5, 2025 (weather permitting)

Rent the outdoor ice arena for birthday parties, celebrations and company or school events. Up to 15 rental skates are included with private ice rental.

SuNDAY – SATuRDAY, 8 A .M. – 10 p.M. FEE $175 per hour (resident) / $180 (non-resident)

Dry floor rental

May 10 – Sept. 27, 2025

The outdoor facility accommodates up to 700 people for wedding receptions, bar and bat mitzvah parties, company events, birthday parties and a variety of large-scale gatherings. The facility rental includes a public announcement system.

SuNDAY – SATuRDAY, 8 A M. – 10 p.M

FEES $55 per hour (resident) / $70 (non-resident) no services, just space

$100 per hour (resident) / $115 (non-resident) additional services (i.e. set up needed)

$75 food and beverage fee (events over 100 people) $300 refundable damage deposit

• New Year's Eve at the ROC: Dec. 31, 4 – 6 p.m.

• Disco Ball Ice Skating: Jan. 17 and Feb. 7, 5:45 – 7:15 p.m.

• ShamROC Ice Bowling: March 15, 1 – 5 p.m.

• Lion's Club Egg Hunt: April 19, 10:15 a.m.

Rent the

The ROC floor measures 200 feet by 85 feet and includes bleacher seating for 450 people.

The Rec Center facilities

3700 Monterey Drive • 952.924.2540

Banquet Room rental

The Banquet Room overlooks the Aquatic Park and Wolfe Park and is available for wedding receptions, birthday parties, bar and bat mitzvah parties, company events, family reunions and meetings. The room seats up to 160 people and offers a caterer’s holding kitchen, dance floor, dimmable lighting and sound system. Audiovisual equipment can be rented for an additional fee. Alcoholic beverages are allowed but must be provided and served by a licensed caterer. An additional $310 is charged to retain a police officer if alcohol is served.

AvAIl ABlE TO RENT SuNDAY – FRIDAY (T wO-HOuR MINIMuM)

FEE $75 per hour (resident) / $85 (non-resident)

$700 refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit

AvAIl ABlE TO RENT SATuRDAY, 8 A .M. – MIDNIGHT

FEE $750 (resident) / $850 (non-resident)

$850 refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit

Banquet Room

Indoor ice skating party

During public skating sessions (see page 16 for hours), either the Gallery or Banquet rooms can be rented for private parties. Each party will include two-hour use of a room and admission to open skating for up to 15 people. Skate rental will be available for an additional $3 per pair.

GAllERY ROOM

FEE $115 per two hours (resident) / $140 (non-resident)

BANquET ROOM

FEE $130 per two hours (resident) / $165 (non-resident)

Indoor ice arena rental

Rent The Rec Center’s indoor ice arena for birthday parties, celebrations and company or school events. We’ll provide the Gallery Room for two hours without additional charge. The Banquet Room can also be reserved for use at half the cost. Up to 15 rental skates are included with private ice rental.

Gallery Room rental

Located on the first floor of The Rec Center, the Gallery Room can accommodate up to 40 people for small group gatherings, team meetings and birthday parties. Audiovisual equipment can be rented for an additional fee. Total fee depends on duration of rental and amenities.

AvAIlABlE TO RENT SuNDAY – SATuRDAY, 8 A M. – 10 p.M. (TwO-HOuR MINIMuM)

FEE $55 per hour (resident) / $65 (non-resident)

$100 refundable damage deposit

SuNDAY – SATuRDAY, 8 A M. – 10 p.M

FEE $240 per hour, plus tax

Indoor ice arena

Outdoor facility rentals

Picnic shelter rental

wEEkENDS wEEkDAYS RENTAl HOuRS

May 3 – Sept. 7, 2025 May 27 – Aug. 29 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or 4 – 8 p.m.

These open-air shelters have access to electricity, and most have grills (except for Fern Hill Park and Westwood Hills Nature Center). Indoor restrooms are open May 27 – Aug. 31. Portable toilets will be available before May 26 and after Sept. 1. A permit is required for live bands or amplified music.

Rental applications are accepted seven days or more prior to the event.

$100 refundable damage deposit for all picnic shelter rentals.

lOcATION ADDRESS cApAcITY

Fern Hill Park 4421 28th St. W. 80 Picnic tables (6)

Oak Hill Park, main 3201 Rhode Island Ave.

Oak Hill Park, central 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.

Picnic tables (4), grill

$90 (R) / $110 (NR)

Park building rental

wEEkENDS wEEkDAYS RENTAl HOuRS

May 3 – Sept. 7, 2025 May 27 – Aug. 29 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. (two-hour minimum)

All park buildings are fully enclosed and have indoor restrooms, tables and chairs, and free Wi-Fi. For an additional fee and based on staff availability, rental outside season listed above may be available. Rental applications are accepted seven days or more prior to the event.

$100 refundable damage deposit for park building rentals. (Westwood Hills Nature Center park building damage deposit is $300.)

NEW: Organic bins available upon request! lOcATION ADDRESS cApAcITY AMENITIES

Birchwood Park 2701 Zarthan Ave. S. 20 Tables (8), chairs (23), indoor fireplace

$70

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(R) / $115 (NR) Westwood Hills Nature Center 8300 W. Franklin Ave. 48 Picnic tables (6), restrooms, sink, drinking fountain

Wolfe Park, East 3700 Monterey Drive 35 Picnic tables (3), grill

Wolfe Park, West 3700 Monterey Drive 35 Picnic tables (4), grill

$135 (R) / $165 (NR)

Browndale Park 4955 Morningside Road 20 Tables (6), chairs (25), indoor fireplace

Louisiana Oaks Park 3520 Louisiana Ave. S. 30

$70 (R) / $80 (NR)

$95 (R) / $115 (NR)

$95 (R) / $115 (NR)

Note: Picnic shelters in all other parks can't be reserved; they are available only on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Holidays: Outdoor facilities can't be reserved on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth or Labor Day.

SUMMER 2025 OUTDOOR FACILITY

BEGIN JAN. 2, 2025

RENTALS

Oak Hill Park 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.

Tables (8), chairs (25), indoor fireplace, splash pad $70 (R) / $80 (NR) Westwood Hills Nature Center 8300 W. Franklin Ave. 25 Tables (4), chairs (32) $75 (R) / $85 (NR)

Wolfe Park (year-round) 3700 Monterey Drive 30 Tables (7), chairs (30), indoor fireplace

$70 (R) / $80 (NR)

Holidays: Park buildings can't be reserved on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth or Labor Day.

Thanks to a public safety aid grant, the parks and recreation department has installed four external AEDS (automated external defibrillators) in St. Louis Park. The AEDS are in climate-controlled cabinets at Aquila Park, Wolfe Park, Louisiana Oaks Park and Westwood Hills Nature Center and are available for park users to use at any time. These units are set up on a monitoring system to help keep our community a safe place to recreate for all.

Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater rental

3700 Monterey Drive

Terraced into the hill, the amphitheater connects Wolfe Park to the Excelsior & Grand Town Green. Its eight terraced tiers offer seating for 300 people. The concrete stage at the bottom of the hill is edged with trees and shrubs. When no public events are scheduled, the amphitheater can be rented for weddings and other events from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily. There is an additional fee for overhead lights after dusk.

If either the amphitheater or Wolfe Park building is rented with The Rec Center’s Banquet Room, the amphitheater/park building rate drops to half price. Total fee depends on time of day and rental length. Rentals are accepted seven days or more prior to the event.

Veterans'

Wolfe Park building and amphitheater 300 people $110 per hour (resident) / $130 (non-resident)

Court rentals

Stop by and use any of St. Louis Park’s pickleball, sand volleyball or tennis courts.

Off-leash dog parks

Cedar Knoll Park, 2541 Nevada Ave. S. Dakota Park, 2643 Dakota Ave. S. St. Louis Park’s two off-leash dog parks offer a fun opportunity for you and your pet to get out and enjoy the great outdoors! Residents must have a current St. Louis Park dog license, which includes access to the parks. Non-residents must purchase a permit for the parks, which is good January through December of the current year. Print an application online at www.stlouisparkmn.gov, or pick one up at the building and energy department service counter at city hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.

7 A M. – 8:30 p.M.; DAIlY FEE $55 per permit (non-resident)

Outdoor skate park

Carpenter Park, 4900 Highway 7

Check out the 6,500-square-foot all concrete skate park designed with stairs, rails and mini half-pipe, replicating a plaza-style skate park! Call 952.924.2540 for rental information.

9 A M. – DuSk; SEASONAl FEE Free

City hall facility rental

5005 Minnetonka Blvd.

Two rooms at St. Louis Park City Hall are available to rent for meetings or events. Rates are for one full evening, Mondays – Thursdays, 5 – 9:30 p.m. No rentals are available during daytime hours, on weekends or on city holidays.

Audiovisual equipment is available in the Community Room. Renter must bring their own computer equipment, and no audiovisual help is provided.

The council chambers is available only for events that are informative, relevant to and open to all St. Louis Park residents. The audiovisual and broadcasting system is not available for use by non-city staff. A $25 nonrefundable cleanup fee will be charged for food served in the council chambers.

lOcATION cApAcITY FEE (5 – 9:30 p.M.)

Community room 25 – 40 people $200 (resident) / $225 (non-resident)

Council chambers 40 – 85 people $200(resident) / $225 (non-resident)

Visit www.stlouisparkmn.gov/facility-rentals for more information and to complete an application.

Professional photos

City and trail map

Pick up a city and trail map at city hall, The Rec Center, Westwood Hills Nature Center or the St. Louis Park Public Library. Call 952.924.2540 or email cvoss@stlouisparkmn.gov to have a map mailed to you for free.

Interested in using a St. Louis Park facility for a professional photo or video shoot? Contact the city in advance at 952.924.2540.

Wood mulch

The city offers all natural, shredded wood mulch delivery within St. Louis Park. Call 952.924.2562 to request wood mulch. FEE $80 for approximately 3 cubic yards

Outdoor rinks with warming houses

The city operates five parks with warming houses near their skating rinks: Birchwood, Browndale, Nelson, Oak Hill and Parkview parks. Call the weather line at 952.924.2567 regarding weather-related closures.

Warming house hours

Regular hours

Dec. 20 – 22, Jan. 6 – Feb. 17 (holidays and weather permitting)

l Outdoor winter

Jan. 20 Noon – 8 p.m.

Jan. 24 Noon – 8:30 p.m. Feb. 17 Noon – 8:30 p.m.

*Oak Hill Park will be open for extended hours Dec. 31 from 6 – 9 p.m. winter of 2024

Outdoor rink locations

The city operates 11 parks with skating rinks.

lOcATION ADDRESS

Ainsworth Park 7700 28th St. W.

Bass Lake Park 3450 Glenhurst Ave.

Birchwood Park 2701 Zarthan Ave. S. Browndale Park 4955 Morningside Road Center Park 3750 Wooddale Ave.

Fern Hill Park 4421 W. 28th St.

Jackley Park 4215 Brookside Ave.

Nelson Park 2500 Georgia Ave. S. Oak Hill Park 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.

Parkview Park 6801 33rd St. W.

Willow Park 2500 Rhode Island Ave. S.

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Nelson Park general skating schedule

Below are the days and times when the WEST rink will be open for general skating (no sticks or goals allowed). Regular hours Dec. 20 – 22, Jan. 6 – Feb. 17

Rentals

Warming house rentals

The four enclosed park buildings listed below can accommodate groups up to 25 and are available for rental before, during and after regular warming house hours.

lOcATION ADDRESS

Birchwood Park 2701 Zarthan Ave. S. Browndale Park 4955 Morningside Road

Nelson Park 2500 Georgia Ave. S. Oak Hill Park 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.

Before/after warming house hours

Private use of the warming house before or after regular public hours. Tables and chairs are included.

FEE $50 per hour (resident) / $60 (non-resident)

During warming house hours

Tables and chairs can be set up for rentals in a designated area of the warming house. The general public may still access the building during this time. Group size for this time may be limited.

FEE $20 per hour (resident and non-resident)

Outdoor hockey rentals

Outdoor hockey rinks (with hockey nets) are available for private rental at the four parks listed above during regular warming house hours. Broomball and hockey nets are available only at Nelson Park.

FEE $30 per hour (resident) / $40 (non-resident)

Community education

St. Louis Park Community Education is a department of St. Louis Park Public Schools. They support lifelong learning at every level, with programs for infants through senior citizens. Registration for Community Education courses can be found at www.slpcommunityed.com.

Open Woodshop

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center woodshop, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Lenox has a shop with a variety of power and hand tools for your use. This woodshop is for all ranges of ability from beginner to advanced crafters. Pay upon arrival.

DAYS DATES+TIMES

M–F ongoing (no woodshop Jan. 1 and 20, Feb. 17, April 4), 9 a.m. – noon

Tu, Th ongoing, 6 – 9 p.m.

FEE $2 per person per day (member) / $5 (non-member)

Open Swim

All AGES

St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S. Open swim is available for all ages; youth and children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit slpcommunityed.com/aquatics.

DAYS DATES+TIME

Tu, Th ongoing, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.

FEE $5 per person; ages 2 and under are free. Discount passes can be purchased at the pool.

Kids Place School Age Care Summer Program

Registration window: March 1 – 31, 2025

Kids Place School Age Care 2025/2026

Registration window: April 7 – May 2, 2025

Youth and Family Open Gym

AGES 5 – 16

St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S.

Looking for an activity to do or a place to play basketball during winter break? Bring the whole family to the middle school gym! Students in grade 5 and above do not need to be accompanied by a guardian.

DAYS DATES+TIME

Th, F Dec. 26 – 27, 10 a.m. – noon FEE $5 per person / $10 per family

Youth Matsubayashi Shorin-Ryu Karate

AGES 5 – 16

Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St. Get introduced to Matsubayashi Shorin-Ryu karate techniques and practices, including stances, strikes and blocks. You will also learn grabs (tuite) and kata.

DAYS DATES+TIME

Tu, Th Jan. 7 – March 27, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. FEE $39 per person

Adult Pickleball – Beginner Instruction

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Get some exercise and have fun with the fastest growing sport. Come learn the basics of serving, dink shots, drive shots and volleys. Learn the terminology, rules and scoring system. And why do they call it pickleball anyway? We will have paddles, balls and nets to use. All participants are required to sign a waiver to participate.

W Jan. 8 – 22, 5 – 6 p.m.

W Feb. 5 – 26 (no class Feb. 12), 5 – 6 p.m.

W March 5 – 19, 5 – 6 p.m.

W April 9 – 30 (no class April 23), 5 – 6 p.m.

FEE $59 per person

A591L25A

A591L25B

A591L25C

A591L25D

Registration deadline: one day prior to class or when full

Adult Pickleball – Intermediate Instruction

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.

Want to take your pickleball to the next level? We will explore the strategy of the game including court positioning, varying your shot selection and working in tandem with your partner. You will learn the importance of "third shot drop" and bring your dinking game to the next level. We will have paddles, balls and nets to use. All participants are required to sign a waiver to participate.

DAY DATES+TIME

W Jan. 8 – 22, 6 – 7 p.m.

W Feb. 5 – 26 (no class Feb. 12), 6 – 7 p.m.

W March 5 – 19, 6 – 7 p.m.

W April 9 – 30 (no class April 23), 6 – 7 p.m.

FEE $59 per person

A592L25A

A592L25B

A592L25C

A592L25D

Registration deadline: one day prior to class or when full

Zumba

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Come sweat away your worries. Zumba is a fun and easy workout that feels more like a dance party. Inspired by high-energy and motivating Latin and international music, Zumba is a dynamic, exciting and effective head-to-toe fitness system. It combines fast and slow-paced rhythms that tone and sculpt the body using aerobic interval training. Come ready for a workout in tennis shoes. Don't forget a water bottle and a sweat towel.

Th Jan. 2 – 30, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ZumbaJan-Th

Th Feb. 6 – 27, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ZumbaFeb-Th

Th March 6 – 27, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ZumbaMar-Th

Th April 3 – 24, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ZumbaApr-Th

FEE $8 per person per session (exact change appreciated)

Adventures in Sewing

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center room 110, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.

This is a great class for anyone who has a little experience sewing, even if it was a long time ago. Come dust off your skills (and your machine) and have some fun! You will work on a project of your choice. Lara specializes in making clothes, but can also help walk you through mending, making a tote bag or making a zippered pouch. A list of supplies will be provided with registration.

W March 19 – April 16, 6 – 8 p.m. A709L24 FEE $65 per person

Registration deadline: March 18 or when full

Truffles! Candies for All Occasions

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center kitchen, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, although they can be made any time of the year. These rich, chocolatey delicacies make wonderful gifts... if you can part with them. We will make five different kinds of truffles and dip or decorate them with beautiful trim. Each student will go home with a nice box of finished truffles. Supply fee of $13 per student payable to the instructor in class. We are sorry, but we can’t accommodate nut allergies in this class. No children please.

Th Jan. 30, 6 – 9 p.m. A518L24 FEE $35 per person

Registration deadline: Jan. 29 or when full

Microgreens with Mary AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center room 103, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Join local microgreen experts for this class where you will learn to grow your own microgreens at home. We'll start with different varieties and explore their uses in recipes. You'll leave with a tray of started seeds and more seeds for future use.

Th March 13, 6 – 7:30 p.m. A511L24

FEE $29 per person (member) / $35 (non-member)

Registration deadline: March 12 or when full

Introduction to Bonsai

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center room 115, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. In this two-day class, students will learn about bonsai styles, design and history while we find the tree within the tree and create your own bonsai. In the second session, students will transplant the tree into its first bonsai training pot and do additional styling. $50 material fee paid to the instructor on the first day of class.

Tu April 17 and 24, 7 – 9:30 p.m. A706L24

FEE $45 per person (member) / $49 (non-member)

Registration deadline: April 15 or when full

Estate Planning Solutions

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center room 115, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Wills, trusts, health care directives and powers of attorney will be explained. Learn when a will is sufficient and when you might prefer a trust. Learn ways to avoid probate. Discussion of common mistakes will help you avoid unwanted consequences.

Tu March 11, 6 – 7 p.m

A557L24

FEE $15 per person (member) / $19 (non-member)

Registration deadline: March 10 or when full

Acrylic Pouring: “Up North”

AGES 18+

Lenox Community Center room 108, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Using fluid acrylics and pouring medium, our instructor will show you how to produce the same beautiful abstract artwork you've seen on Pinterest. Create an acrylic pour on a 12-inch wooden cut-out. Choose between three options: a bear, fish or an outline of Minnesota.

M Feb. 24, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

A577L24

FEE $55 per person (member) / $59 (non-member)

Registration deadline: Feb. 20 or when full

Adaptive recreation

Reach for Resources

The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of Reach for Resources and the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Chanhassen, Edina, Golden Valley, Inver Grove Heights, Maple Grove, Plymouth and St. Louis Park. Reach is an agency which serves individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in western Hennepin County and eastern Carver County. Services include adaptive recreation, independent living support, case management and counseling. NOTE: People not living in one of the above cities are considered “non-residents” and need to add $8 to select registration fees. For more information and registration procedures, call 952.200.3030 or visit www.reachforresources.org.

Inclusion support

Reach for Resources provides inclusion support to children and adults with disabilities who would like to participate in their city’s parks and recreation programs. Registration for these programs is done through your parks and recreation department. Inclusion support through Reach is offered in the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Chanhassen, Chaska, Crystal, Edina, Golden Valley, New Brighton, New Hope, Robbinsdale, Roseville, St. Louis Park, Woodbury and Three Rivers Park District. After registering, contact Reach for Resources to discuss the needs/ accommodations for yourself or your person. Please allow a minimum of two weeks’ notice for a successful inclusion.

Rec Therapy: Monday FUNday

ages 18+

Wolfe Park pavilion, 3700 Monterey Drive

Blossom into springtime joy as we enjoy music, treats and the company of friends!

DAY DATEs+TIME

M Jan. 6 – Feb. 3, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $244.68 per person or bill waivery

Registration deadline: Jan. 3

Music Therapy

AGES 18+

Reach for Resources, 5900 Green Oak Drive, Minnetonka

Led by a certified music therapist, this group is open to all skill levels and offers a safe space to express yourself, improve social connections and boost your mood!

DAY DATEs+TIME

W Jan. 8 – 29, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

FEE Bill waiver. Contact Reach for Resources for out-of-pocket pricing information.

Registration deadline: Jan. 5 or when full

OTTA1 Outdoor Skate at the ROC

AGES 18+

ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park

Lace up your skates for a fun-filled evening of outdoor skating at the ROC! Glide across the ice, enjoy the fresh air and spend time with friends. It’s the perfect way to embrace winter while staying active!

DAY DATE+TIME

F Jan. 10, 6 – 7 p.m.

FEE $13 per person (resident) / $14 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Jan. 7 or when full

Bowling

all AGES

Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Ave. S., St. Louis Park

Join our non-competitive bowling league, which provides a fun and inclusive environment. Registration includes two games of bowling per week and shoes.

DAY DATEs+TIME

Sa Jan. 18 – March 8, 10 a.m. – noon

FEE $84 per person (resident) / $93 (non-resident) Registration deadline: Jan. 15 or when full

Teen Explorers: Out to Eat at Pizza Luce AGES 13+

Pizza Luce, 210 Blake Road North, Hopkins

Join us for a delicious meal at Pizza Luce! Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering pizzas and good conversation with friends. It's a perfect opportunity to relax, eat and bond over great food.

DAY DATE+TIME

Tu Feb. 4, 4:45 – 6:15 p.m.

FEE $10 per person (resident) / $11 (non-resident)

Registration deadline: Feb. 1 or when full

Valentine’s Day Dance

AGES 13+

The Rec Center Gallery Room, 3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park

Whether you're celebrating with a partner, friends or looking to meet someone new, this is the perfect occasion to revel in the spirit of Valentine's Day.

DAY DATE+TIME

F Feb. 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

FEE $10 per person

Registration deadline: Feb. 11 or when full

Bowl-a-Thon all AGES

AMF Southtown Lanes, 7941 Southtown Center, Bloomington Join us for our annual FUNdraiser! Collect pledges and then join us for two games of bowling, pizza and prizes! Don’t miss this great opportunity to help support Reach for Resources!

DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 29, 1 – 4 p.m.

FEE $40 per person if preregistered by March 1

$50 after March 1

$20 lunch only

Registration deadline: March 26 or when full

Senior programs

Join the senior program and reap the benefits for your mind, body, spirit and community. The program is open to anyone 50 years or older and offers a variety of programs. Call 952.928.6444 or visit www.slpcommunityed.com for information or to register.

Senior Fitness

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Formally Enhance Fitness®, Senior Fitness focuses on stretching, balance and low-impact aerobics strength training. Come join this committed and fun group of active older adults. You will have so much fun you might forget you are exercising! We are currently showing videos in our gymnasium while we search for our next fitness instructor.

DAYs DATEs+TIME

M, W, F Jan. 3 – April 30 (no class Jan. 20, Feb. 17, April 4), 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. FEE Free; registration not required

Drums Alive® Golden Beats®

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Drums Alive® Golden Beats® empowers seniors to improve their fitness, motivation and overall well-being, promoting active aging. Healthy, active adults who are mentally, physically, emotionally and socially engaged will enjoy independence, live longer and enjoy a higher quality of life. Drums Alive® Golden Beats® incorporates drumming, dancing and music. Please wear comfortable workout clothes.

DAYs DATEs+TIME Activity#

Tu Jan. 7 – Feb. 25, 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. A442L25A

FEE $100 per person

Registration deadline: Jan. 6

F Jan. 10 – Feb. 28, 12:30 –1:15 p.m. A442L25B FEE $100 per person

Registration deadline: Jan. 9

Tu March 4 – April 29 (no class April 1), 12:30 – 1:15 p.m.

A422L25C FEE $100 per person

Registration deadline: March 3

F March 7 – April 25 (no class April 4), 12:30 – 1:15 p.m

FEE $87.50 per person

Registration deadline: March 6

A422L25D

Open Senior Pickleball

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. This is open play with no instruction. Preregistration and prepayment required. No walk-ins. Equipment will be provided. No early entrance to the gym, and no refund for cancellations. Register online for each session or call Lenox at 952.928.6444. Space is limited to six participants per hour of play.

DAY DATEs+TIMEs

Tu ongoing, 9 – 10 a.m. or 10 – 11 a.m.

FEE $3 per person (member) / $5 (non-member)

Registration deadline: Friday before start date or when full

Ballroom Dancing

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Join the crowd that loves to ballroom dance! Everyone is welcome. No partner necessary. Refreshments served.

DAY DATEs+TIME

Th ongoing, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $6 per person (member) / $9 (non-member)

Registration deadline: no registration required

Cribbage

Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Bring your board and join us for a fun afternoon. We also have boards available for use. Beginners to experienced players welcome. Pay upon arrival.

DAYs DATEs+TIME

M, F ongoing (no cribbage Jan. 20, Feb. 17, April 4), 1 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $1 per person per day (member) / $2 (non-member)

Registration deadline: no registration required

Ponytail Canasta

Lenox Community Center room 109, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.

A variation of Canasta with additions that make it exciting and fast! Pay upon arrival.

DAY DATEs+TIME

Th ongoing, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

FEE $1 per person per day (member) / $2 (non-member)

Registration deadline: no registration required

Social Bridge

Lenox Community Center room 109, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Meet new friends and join others for a friendly game of bridge. All skill levels are welcome. Please arrive a few minutes early. Pay upon arrival.

DAY DATEs+TIME

Tu Jan. 7 and 14, Feb. 4 and 11, March 4 and 11, April 1 and 8, 1 – 4 p.m.

FEE $1 per person per day

Registration deadline: no registration required

Medicare Counseling from TRELLIS

Lenox Community Center room 110, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Do you have questions about Medicare, Supplement/Medigaps and Medicare Advantage plans? The Medicare open enrollment period (Oct. 15 – Dec. 7) and Medicare Advantage open enrollment period (Jan. 1 – March 31) are great times to reevaluate your Medicare benefits. Schedule an appointment by visiting trellisconnects.org/medicareappt or call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800.333.2433.

DAY DATEs+TIME

W Jan. 7 and 14, Feb. 4 and 11, March 4 and 11, April 1 and 8, 1 – 4 p.m.

FEE Free

Registration deadline: no registration required

Dance Fitness for Seniors

Lenox Community Center gym, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Formally Zumba Gold®, Dance fitness for Seniors is an easy-to-follow program that lets you move to the beat at your own speed. It's an invigorating, community-oriented dancefitness class that feels fresh, and most of all, exhilarating! These classes provide modified, low-impact moves for active older adults.

DAY DATEs+TIME

Tu Jan. 7 – April 29, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Activity#

A408L25

FEE $6 per person per session (exact change appreciated)

Tech Help Thursdays

Lenox Community Center room 110, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Join us two Thursdays each month from 1 – 4 p.m. with your cell phone, laptop or tablet to meet with a volunteer for free help. Registration is required; call 952.928.6444. Instructor: Chuck Van De Weghe *Senior Community Services requires registration forms to be completed prior to receiving support.

Friends of the Arts

St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts (FotA)

Friends of the Arts is a nonprofit community organization that has been building the community through the arts since 1995, with a mission to support, promote and enhance the arts in St. Louis Park to bring people together. Friends of the Arts connects people and organizations around the arts, shares arts-related information and resources, supports local artists and coordinates community arts programs.

St. Louis Park Art Fair Application

The St. Louis Park Art Fair is made possible by a partnership between Friends of the Arts and the City of St. Louis Park, as well as by the event founder and coordinator, St. Louis Park resident Alysha Boie. As a local maker, she envisioned organizing a local event to celebrate local artists and build community pride. She applied for and received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant to put on the inaugural St. Louis Park Art Fair at the ROC with fiscal sponsorship from Friends of the Arts.

Thanks to Alysha’s vision, leadership and management, St. Louis Park has a growing art fair, bringing the community together and celebrating local artists and makers!

Apply at www.slpfota.org/artfair.

Arts for Life Scholarship deadline A ll A GES

The Arts for Life Scholarship program is rooted in our belief that creativity is inherent in all people and the arts should be affordable and accessible. We know that when you invest in creativity, the community reaps the rewards.

Scholarships are awarded quarterly to St. Louis Park residents and students with financial need to enrich their lives through a creative experience. Funding is available for private music lessons, art class enrollment fees and materials, and other arts activities that develop creativity.

For more information, visit www.slpfota.org/artsforlife. Application deadlines are quarterly: March 5, June 5, Sept. 5, Dec. 5.

ALL AGES

Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave., St. Louis Park, MN 55426

THE ARTIST SHOWCASE IS OUR ANNUAL COMMUNITY ART EVENT

bringing together artists from St. Louis Park and Golden Valley, regardless of age or experience. This year’s Artist Showcase is installed at Westwood Hills Nature Center. Visit this community exbibit from January to February! For more information, visit www.slpfota.org/artistshowcase.

www.slpfota.org

6715 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55426

952.928.6422

info@slpfota.org

Volunteer opportunities

City opportunities

Be A Hydrant Hero

The St. Louis Park Fire Department would like to remind homeowners and businesses with fire hydrants on or near their property to please shovel the snow around the fire hydrant after each snowfall and keep the hydrant clear of plant overgrowth during the summer.

There are roughly 1,700 fire hydrants in St. Louis Park, and although firefighters remove snow around the hydrants after a snowfall, they can't always clean them all in a timely manner. This is where you can help. Volunteer to become a Hydrant Hero and keep the hydrants around your homes and businesses clear of snow in the winter and free of plant overgrowth in the summer. Interested volunteers can adopt a hydrant at www.hydranthero.org. Choose a hydrant, click on the “Adopt me” link and fill out the registration form – you can even give your hydrant a name! For questions, contact Lieutenant Bob Hampton at bhampton@stlouisparkmn.gov or 952.924.2599.

Senior Community Services volunteer

Volunteers are a valuable addition and allow Senior Community Services to serve more participants in their Home & Outdoor Maintenance (HOME) program. Volunteers tackle outdoor chores as the leaves start to change, clear ice and snow when the flakes begin to fly and help with an expanding technology support program.

Email home@seniorcommunity.org or call 952.746.4046 with questions.

Senior Community Services is a nonprofit organization with a mission to innovate and deliver services that meet the changing needs of older adults and their caregivers.

SCHOOL DISTRICT OPPORTUNITIES

St. Louis Park Public Schools is proud to partner with the Minnesota Alliance with Youth Groundwork Fellow Program to host a new volunteer coordinator for the district each academic year. This position supports the application process, placement, assessment and celebration of volunteers throughout all sites within the school district. If you are interested in being our next volunteer coordinator through this partnership, contact us in May at 952.928.6444.

If you are interested in volunteering within St. Louis Park Public Schools, visit our website at www.slpcommunityed.com/volunteer to apply today! Some common volunteer roles throughout the district include: supporting students at all grade levels, athletics, supporting lunch and outside activities, volunteering within the library media center and retiree’s reading to preschoolers. We look forward to working with you and appreciate your commitment to our students, teachers and families!