Rec on the Spot new Page 4 Revolutionary Page 8-9 new Art Classes Page 10 Standup Paddleboard Page 11 new Sunrise Yoga Page 11 2021 Recreation and Event Programming 2020 was a tough year. A global pandemic, Stay at Home Orders, event cancellations, changes to school, and modification to life as we know it. Now, it’s 2021 – a new year to shine, grow, or try something new – all while adhering to current COVID-19 public health recommendations. At the City of Coon Rapids, staff have worked to create programming and events that aim to build community, and bring joy to residents… while also adhering to social distancing and other public health guidelines.

In this recreation guide, you will find some new activities for kids, some old favorites and some events that are planned to occur in 2021 with public health guidelines in mind. Some other events Ryan Gunderson that are usually “staples” may be planned for later in the year – time will tell. We hope you look at Recreation Supervisor this guide and find something you may want to try or mark your calendar for an upcoming event.

We look forward to seeing you! Ryan Gunderson

Contact Information Park Policies Recreation Supervisor Park Rules Ryan Gunderson, 763-767-6513 Park hours are from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Smoking and alcohol use is not permitted on park property. Please Coon Rapids Ice Center help keep our parks clean by throwing away trash in the cans provided in all parks. All pets must be on leash and please clean up after your pet as required by City Code. 11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard Ice Center Manager Weather Policy Bill Ganser, 763-951-7222 Parks are open to the public rain or shine. It is up to individual groups with programs or reservations to determine if they will cancel their event based on weather. If the City closes athletic fields due Bunker Hills Golf Course to unsafe field conditions, the affected groups will be notified. 12800 Bunker Prairie Road Golf Director Park & Trail Repairs - Report It! Tim Anderson, 763-755-4141 If you see something in the parks in need of repair, we want to know about it. Use the Coon Rapids Report It system, available on the City website. This feature allows you to send a description and/ Coon Rapids Senior Center or a photo to help our staff understand the problem. 11155 Robinson Drive NW Senior Center Coordinator Photo Policy Kris Niebler, 763-767-6473 City staff may take photos of programs and park activities for promotional use (website, print and electronic publications, media, etc.) If you do not want your picture taken, please inform the Coon Rapids Parks Department photographer. 1831 111th Ave. Parks Supervisor Coon Rapids Parks & Recreation Commission Meetings Gregg Engle, 763-767-6552 The Parks & Recreation Commission meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Riverwind Community Building (2701 Northdale Blvd.). We encourage public engagement. If you have a Coon Rapids City Hall topic for discussion, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at 763-767-6513.

11155 Robinson Drive NW

763-755-2880

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Coon Rapids Parks & Recreation - 2 - coonrapidsmn.gov Online Class Registration Online registration is available for most classes and programs in this book. Questions? Email [email protected]. coonrapidsmn.gov Find the Class Sign-up icon from our homepage shown in the image to the right. To register online, you must create an account, you will find this link in the top right corner.

Set up an account

1 Enter the primary contact information before adding family members.

Click "Add Member" link to add participant's information, then click "continue." Once all Class Sign-Up Icon 2 participants are added into the account, you can submit and your account is ready. This icon is shown throughout the brochure to 3 You will find classes under the "Activity Registration" tab in the upper left menu. The indicate the programs available for online sign programs will be listed in the left column. Find the program you are interested in, click the up. If this icon is not shown, further instructions green "register" button. Be sure to select the correct participant in the drop-down menu. about how to register are listed. Then you will be ready to check out.

Refunds Program Cost Withdraw Fee Full refunds are given if Coon Rapids Parks & Recreation cancels a program. Refund policy varies for Coon Rapids Skating School lessons. Refunds will not be given for programs that cost less than $10 or for cancellations made less than 7 $10-$99 $5 days prior to the program start date. Cancellations requested more than 7 days prior to an activity will be charged a $100 or more $10 cancellation fee as shown. Participants must contact the Parks and Recreation Department to request a refund.

Registration Form Table of Contents Primary Contact (first and last name) Phone REC ON THE SPOT 4 Free activities in a park near you! Address, City, State, Zip Email BUNKER HILLS GOLF CLUB 5 Emergency Contact (first and last name) Emergency Contact Phone Golf Programs

COON RAPIDS ICE CENTER 6-7 Participant's First and Last name M/F Birth Date Activity Name Fee Skating Programs and Events / / / / YOUTH PROGRAMS 8-10 Arts & Crafts and Sports Programs / / / / ADULT PROGRAMS 11-12 / / Fitness Programs and Leagues TOTAL

List any disability, allergies or special needs concerns: COON RAPIDS SENIOR CENTER 13 Senior Programs

Payment Type: COMMUNITY EVENTS 14-15 Check Cash Visa MasterCard Discover PARKS & FACILITIES 16-19

Card Number: Exp. Date: SPONSORSHIPS BACK COVER

Signature:

Return form to Recreation Division at the Civic Center 11155 Robinson Drive NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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Rec on the Spot is a staffed, mobile recreation unit that will make scheduled stops at designated parks throughout the summer engaging youth and teens between ages 5-14 in fun activities.

This program is free to all participants on a drop-in basis; no pre-registration is required. No supervision is provided before or after the designated program times.

Rec on the Spot will kick-off June 15 and runs weekly through August 12.

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Prairie Oaks Park Woodcrest Park Prairie Oaks Park 10-11:30 A.M. 1455 127th Ave. 901 103rd Ave. 1455 127th Ave.

Crooked Lake Park Lions Coon Creek Park Crooked Lake Park 12-1:30 P.M. 13180 Crooked Lake Blvd. 1664 119th Ave. 13180 Crooked Lake Blvd.

Riverview Park Riverwind Park Moor Park 2-3:30 P.M. 2420 105th Ave. 11708 Bittersweet St. 10921 Magnolia St.

Program will use COVID-19 public health guidelines and may require a sign-in process on the day of events. Check City website for more information.

Activities in your Neighborhood

page 4 Bunker Hills Golf Club 763-755-4141 12800 Bunker Prairie Road Bunker Hills Golf Club is a premier destination nestled in beautiful Bunker Hills Regional Park in Coon Rapids. The course has been recognized by Golf Digest as one of the top 25 public bunkerhillsgolf.com courses in the country.

Golf Programs Junior Instruction Series Topics include: short game, full swing, etiquette, intro to the rules of golf, on-course experience as well as a participation gift. This program is created and conducted by Bunker Hills PGA Golf Professionals and GolfTEC Certified Personal Coaches. Bring your own golf clubs to golf programs. Ages: 7-16

Session 1 Thu June 10-July 15 8-9:15 a.m. $75 Make Bunker Hills Golf Club your first choice for your golf game! Session 2 Purchase a patron card and receive wonderful benefits at the course.

Thu June 10-July 15 9:45-11 a.m. $75 Patron cards include:

• A complimentary round of golf Junior “Dewbusters” League • 18-hole rate reductions Provides junior golfers an opportunity to play golf in a supervised, organized • 9-hole rate reductions setting on the Bunker Hills Executive 9 golf course. Learn the rules of golf, • Executive course greens fee reduction etiquette, make friends and have fun. Bring your own golf clubs to golf • Advance tee-times programs. Ages: 7-16 Tue June 15-July 27 9-11 a.m. $80 To purchase a patron card, visit bunkerhillsgolf.com.

Junior Competition Series For more information about registration Designed for junior golfers who want to become competitive (not intended visit bunkerhillsgolf.com or contact Tim Brovold, PGA for beginner level students). This series includes 9 holes of golf as well as 763-951-7230 | [email protected] on-course mentoring on Bunker Hills regulation golf course. For rain outs, players will be provided rain checks for the Executive 9, valid any time. Bring your own golf clubs to golf programs. Ages: middle school and high school

Tue June 15-July 27 7 a.m. $80

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Coon Rapids Ice Center 11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard

coonrapidsicecenter.com

Public Skate Opportunities Searching for a fun activity to do with friends and family? Join us Stick & Puck and developmental hockey opportunities are available for skating on the indoor ice. Cost is $5. Children ages 5 and under on a variable basis. skate free with a paid admission. Skate rental and sharpening is also available. Pre-registration required for all programs.

Friday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (No Program: 8/20) No walk-in skaters allowed.

Sunday 5:30-7:30 p.m. (No Program: 5/30, 7/4) Visit the website: coonrapidsicecenter.com

Rotational Belt Dreaming of perfecting your jumps on the ice? Try a rotational belt class! Learn the science of rotation by suspending in air! Students then implement the skills learned on the ice. Purchase a punch card, attend when it is convenient for you.

Ice Dancing Looking for a new challenge on the ice? Try Ice Dancing! An international ice dance coach helps students in private lessons by perfecting technique. Then be able to take US Figure Skating Ice Dance Tests.

Coon Rapids Parks & Recreation - 6 - coonrapidsmn.gov Skating Lessons for Ages 5 and Older Coon Rapids Skating School, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. 763-951-7222 Fun classes for figure skaters and hockey players of all ages. Classes are 30 minutes of instruction. 11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard

coonrapidsicecenter.com Spring Skating Lessons Friday Figure Skating Training Beginner and basic skills classes. Back again this year, Friday morning training options for figure skaters, Session 1 including ice for practice or private lessons, exhibition ice, rotational belt class and conditioning class. Also participate in an Exhibition (the last day Saturday April 3-May 1 10:25-11:25 a.m. $60 of the program) where skaters can experience a practice competition and (No Program: 4/10) perform the skills they learned. Monday April 5-26 5:40-8:25 p.m. $60 Friday June 18-August 27 6:50-10:20 a.m. starting at $180 (10 weeks) (No Program: 7/2) Session 2 Monday May 3-24 5:40-8:25 p.m. $60

Saturday May 8-June 5 10:25-11:25 a.m. $60 (No Program: 5/29)

Summer Skating Lessons Beat the heat on the ice Monday nights! Basic Skills, Free Skate classes and advanced figure YEARS OF SKATING skating lessons available. 10

Monday June 14-August 23 5:40-7:50 p.m. $145 (10 weeks) (No Program: 7/5) COON RAPIDS ICE CENTER NOTE: Practice ice time included, free of charge, during Public Skate when registering for these classes. April 23-24, 2021 Talented skaters will showcase their skills as part of the skating show. Due to COVID-19, general admission public tickets will not be available for this show. Instead the public is invited to watch the show on the CTN YouTube page.

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new Revolutionary Sports Programs All equipment provided. These camps will be offered in a socially distant way for the current COVID-19 environment including limited class size and adjusted activities.

RevSports MultiSport 4-Day Camp RevSports Location: Sand Creek Park, 1008 Northdale Blvd. Location: Aspen Park, 10300 Foley Blvd.

In RevSports MultiSport Camp campers will practice the basics of a variety RevSports Baseball//T-ball is a fundamental skills class that includes of different sports while playing fun games and having friendly competitions. catching the ball in the air, grounders, throwing form, hitting, base running, and fielding. Small Group sizes are used for a more fun and active environment. Ages 2-3 Class begins with a warm-up, followed by a fun active game, and always Mon-Thu July 12-15 9-9:30 a.m. $49 ends with an age-appropriate scrimmage. Gloves are optional, all other equipment provided. Ages 4-6 Mon-Thu July 12-15 9:35 a.m.-11:35 a.m. $79 Ages 2-3 (T-Ball) Tuesdays July 27-August 24 5:15-5:40 p.m. $59 Ages 7-12 Mon-Thu July 12-15 12:30-2:30 p.m. $79 Ages 3-5 (T-Ball) Tuesdays July 27-August 24 5:45-6:25 p.m. $59 Ages 3-5 (T-Ball) Tuesdays July 27-August 24 6:30-7:10 p.m. $59 Ages 4-6 (Coach Pitch) Tuesdays July 27-August 24 7:15-7:55 p.m. $59

RevSports Soccer Location: Sand Creek Park, 1008 Northdale Blvd.

RevSports Soccer maximizes the time a player spends with their own ball. Players will work on fundamental skill development, dribbling using all parts of the feet, dribbling under pressure, passing, scoring goals, and defending. Small group sizes are used for a more fun and active environment. Class begins with a warm-up, followed by a fun active game, and always ends with an age- appropriate scrimmage that maximizes play time for each participant.

Ages 2-3 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 5:15-5:40 p.m. $59 Ages 3-5 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 5:45-6:25 p.m. $59 Ages 3-5 Find additional recreational opportunities for all ages Tuesdays July 27-August 24 6:30-7:10 p.m. $59 through our community partners Ages 4-6 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 7:15-7:55 p.m. $59

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new Revolutionary Sports Programs All equipment provided. These camps will be offered in a socially distant way for the current COVID-19 environment including limited class size and adjusted activities.

RevSports Ninja Warrior Obstacle 4-Day Camp RevSports Ninja Warrior Fitness Classes Location: Sand Creek Park, 1008 Northdale Blvd. Speed, strength and quickness help make a great athlete. With RevSports Speed and Agility class, learn to move faster, react quicker, kick and throw RevSports Ninja Warrior Obstacles is an instructional class that will provide farther. Class is designed for the players that already have an interest and activities to advance your movement, strength and agility skills. Training uses experience in sports but want to train to be better. Class involves ground- similar obstacle concepts as seen on the show, modified to a gym setting, based obstacle training, active games, and individual challenges. and with an 8-foot ninja training structure. Focus is on developing balance, speed and strength skills to accomplish the obstacles that make up the Location: Prairie Oaks Park, 1455 127th Ave. obstacle course. Each session is challenging, but FUN! Ages 4-6 Ages 2-3 Tuesdays May 18-June 15 5:30-6:10 p.m. $59 Mon-Thu June 14-17 9-9:30 a.m. $59 Ages 5-7 Ages 4-6 Tuesdays May 18-June 15 6:15-6:55 p.m. $59 Mon-Thu June 14-17 9:45-11:45 a.m. $119 Ages 7-12 Ages 7-12 Tuesdays May 18-June 15 7-7:40 p.m. $59 Mon-Thu June 14-17 12:30-2:30 p.m. $119

Location: Woodcrest Park, 901 103rd Ave. Ages 4-6 Tuesdays June 22-July 20 5:30-6:10 p.m. $59 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays June 22-July 20 6:15-6:55 p.m. $59 Ages 7-12 Tuesdays June 22-July 20 7-7:40 p.m. $59

Location: Prairie Oaks Park, 1455 127th Ave. Ages 4-6 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 5:30-6:10 p.m. $59 Ages 5-7 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 6:15-6:55 p.m. $59 Ages 7-12 Tuesdays July 27-August 24 7-7:40 p.m. $59

Youth First Summer Program Location: Youth First, 6701 Highway 10, Ramsey

Busing to and from the program location will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from Coon Rapids Tue-Thu Middle School. Program activities include arts and crafts, sports, cooking, fieldtrips and much more! The program is open 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to Coon Rapids youth ages 11-18. The program is FREE and meals are provided. June 15-August 19 FREE! Additional information and registration forms can be found on our website: youth1st.net or by calling 763-421-8530.

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Hand-built Pottery Family Tile Collage/Mixed Media Family Canvas Panel Location: Riverwind Community Building, 2701 Northdale Blvd. Location: Riverwind Community Building, 2701 Northdale Blvd.

Experience the fun of hand built pottery. This hands-on class will teach basic Families will explore, experiment, and play with a variety of art materials techniques to making a slab family portrait. Instructor will provide you with on a 12x16" canvas panel. Collage/mixed media class will get participants decorating ideas and discuss glazing and firing techniques. When complete, out of their comfort zone with several mediums and materials. Materials your project will be fired in a kiln and ready for pick-up in about a week. included. Ages 5 & up Materials included. Ages: 5 & up

Sat July 31 10-11:30 a.m. $25 per project Sat August 7 10 a.m. to noon $25 per project

These two popular programs will not be held as of now, due to COVID-19 public health recommendations and guidelines.

We hope Safety Camp will return in 2022! Each year the Coon Rapids Fire and Police Departments team up to teach kids a variety of skills that will help them stay safe. Students entering 4th and 5th grades learn about a variety of important safety skills including water, fire and electrical safety; basic first aid and how Safety to use 911. This is a two-day camp held in July, filled with safety lessons and fun! Camp Home Alone Safety is a class offered by the Coon Rapids Police Department, for children ages 8-12. The class teaches necessary skills to be safe and responsible being home alone for short periods of time. Topics include handling real life situations, fire prevention, basic first aid, kitchen and internet safety. This is a one-day class, typically held a few times a year. If the public health situation changes later in 2021, the police department will re-evaluate the possibility of hosting a fall class. Watch the City newsletter and Home Alone website for more information. Safety

Youth Associations The following private, non-profit organizations provide recreational and competitive sports opportunities in Coon Rapids. For specific information, visit each organization’s website. Contact individual associations for registration information.

Coon Rapids Athletic Association Coon Rapids Baseball Association Coon Rapids United Soccer Club craakids.com coonrapidsbaseball.com crsoccer.org Youth slowpitch softball, , , Recreational and competitive baseball for ages Recreational and competitive soccer for ages in-house and wrestling. 13 and older. 4 and older.

Coon Rapids/Andover American Coon Rapids Fastpitch Association Coon Rapids Youth Hockey Little League coonrapidsfastpitch.com coonrapidshockey.com crallbaseball.org Fastpitch softball for ages 7-18. Hockey for boys and girls. Baseball for ages 4-12. Registration based on geographic boundaries. Coon Rapids Cardinals Basketball Club Coon Rapids Mat Bandits coonrapidshoops.org coonrapidswrestling.org Coon Rapids Cardinals Little League Boys and girls traveling basketball for grades 3 Youth wrestling. crcll.com through 8. Baseball for ages 4-12. Registration based on Summer Sports Camps geographic boundaries. Coon Rapids athletic groups offer sports camps and clinics throughout the summer. The programs are operated and coordinated by each individual group.

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Senior Tai Chi Stand Up Paddleboard Classes Location: Riverwind Community Building, 2701 Northdale Blvd. Location: Crooked Lake Park, 13180 Crooked Lake Blvd. Gentle stretch movements through Tai Chi to relieve stress and gain balance Paddleboard 101 Classes and flexibility. Sessions offered year-round by Tai Chi Foundation certified Are you new to paddle boarding or looking to build your skills? This instructor Karine Platt. Ages: 55 & up course will provide the proper knowledge, techniques and skills to safely Active Tai Chi (Continuing) paddle board. This 60-minute class starts with on land instruction and is followed by stepping on to the board and paddling onto the open water. Continue learning about Tai Chi Chuan using the Chen Man Ching Short Form Class sizes are limited to 11. Ages: 18 & up fluid movements. This Yang style form teaches (among other skills) empty stepping, coordination between hands and feet, and cross body movement. Wed June 2 6 p.m. $30 per class

Mon May 3-June 21 9:30-10:30 a.m. $56 Wed June 9 6 p.m. $30 per class (No Program: 5/31) Paddleboard 101 Series

Gentle Movement Tai Chi (Intro Class) Are you new to paddle boarding or looking to build your skills? This course will provide the proper knowledge, techniques and skills to safely paddle Begin learning about the mental and physical benefits of Tai Chi Chuan and board. This 6 week course will start with the fundamentals of Stand Up the slow, continuous, fluid movements that are used for improving balance, Paddleboard (SUP) and we will work our way into more advanced SUP mindfulness, a sense of well-being, and strength. workouts. Class sizes are limited to 11. Ages: 18 & up

Mon May 3-June 21 10:40-11:40 a.m. $56 Wed July 7-August 11 6 p.m. $165 (No Program: 5/31) Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga Classes new Sunrise Yoga SUP Yoga is a Yoga class on a Stand Up Paddleboard. Being outside on Location: Crooked Lake Park, 13180 Crooked Lake Blvd. the water is an amazing way to practice yoga and meditation. All levels welcome-we love beginners and advanced students alike and will have What better way to start your day than with a yoga class and the beauty of modifications for everyone! Class sizes are limited to 11.Ages: 18 & up the fresh summer air overlooking Crooked Lake. Sunrise Yoga is for all skill levels-we love beginners and advanced students alike. Mats will be provided Wed June 2 7:15 p.m. $30 per class for the first 25 people that need them or bring your own.Ages: 18 & up Wed June 9 7:15 p.m. $30 per class Tue June 8, July 13, August 10 7-8 a.m. $10 per class Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga Series SUP Yoga is a Yoga class on a Stand Up Paddleboard. Being outside on the water is an amazing way to practice yoga and meditation. Through the course of the 6 weeks we will continue to build our practice each week. What better way to practice Yoga in MN in the summer than out in the open water! All levels welcome-we love beginners and advanced students alike and will have modifications for everyone! Class sizes are JOIN THE MAC! limited to 11. Ages: 18 & up Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee Wed July 7-August 11 7:15 p.m. $165

The Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee (MAC) is a new collaborative group, organized by the Coon Rapids Police Department, that works to enhance relationships with members of the community from culturally Community Police Academy Update diverse backgrounds. The goal is to build relationships, encourage great The Community Police Academy, typically held two times each discussions and learn from each other as it relates to police and the year, will no longer occur in 2021. The class allowed residents community. to connect with the Coon Rapids Police Department and learn about police operations, response to resistance/firearms, traffic The police department is currently accepting applications for those enforcement and education/DUI enforcement. Elements of this interested in being part of the committee. To learn more, visit the City program will be blended in to discussions with the Multi-Cultural website coonrapidsmn.gov/police Advisory Committee (MAC).

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Adult Sport Leagues New Pickleball Courts Adult Pickleball Six dedicated pickleball courts are located at Riverwind Park, 11747 Crocus Street, Coon Rapids, MN 55433. These courts are open on a first come, first Location: Riverwind Park, 11708 Bittersweet St. served basis when not programmed. The City has an agreement with the What do you get when you cross badminton, tennis and ping pong? One of North Stat Pickleball Association for coordinating open play, tournaments the fastest growing and most popular sports in America? Pickleball! Traditional and programs. open play takes place between 9 a.m. to noon daily. No registration required - just drop in and play! Pickleball Skill Development Sessions Pickleball Lessons Location: Riverwind Park, 11708 Bittersweet St.

Players of all skill levels can register for a series of sessions with advanced and pro players from the North Star Pickleball Association. Players will learn, practice, and drill a variety of pickleball fundamentals and advanced strategies. Clinicians will provide skill stations based on NSPA curriculum and assist participants through drilling and practicing with other participants. Players will be grouped on each evening by other players of same or similar Adult Softball skill levels. Come drill and practice with the NSPA. The City of Coon Rapids organizes adult softball leagues for men and co-rec Session 1 teams. The spring/summer league runs from the last Monday in April through Monday June 7-July 26 6-8 p.m. $35 the end of July, and fall league runs from mid-August through the first week of October. Leagues follow USSSA sanctioning and employ USSSA certified Wednesday June 9-July 28 6-8 p.m. $35 umpires. Register online or call Recreation Supervisor Ryan Gunderson 763- Session 2 767-6513. Monday August 9-October 4 6-8 p.m. $35 Leagues offered: Wednesday August 11-October 6 6-8 p.m. $35 Monday Men's Church & Co-Rec Tuesday Men Wednesday Co-Rec Thursday Men

new Watercolor Series Location: Riverwind Community Building, 2701 Northdale Blvd.

Fall in love with watercolor, start a journey into a world of vibrant color. And if a loose and fluid style is what you crave, it seems like it would be so easy! It doesn't take long for most new painters to realize why watercolor has a reputation as "the hardest medium," and this can often feel like a reason to give up. Materials included. Ages: 18 & up Wed June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21 6-8 p.m. $85

Family Night at the Twins Game Join us for Coon Rapids Parks & Recreation Night at the Minnesota Twins Game vs Tampa Bay Rays. Tickets will be part of the Coon Rapids group. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Participants will pick up their tickets the week of the game at the Coon Rapids Ice Center.

Friday August 13 7:10 p.m. $30 per ticket

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Coon Rapids Senior Center 11155 Robinson Drive NW Senior Stay updated with classes, exercise programs, day trips and regular activities by reading the Senior Newsletter. Call our office to get on the mailing list or Open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Newsletter view it online at coonrapidsmn.gov.

Drive-by Parking Lot Bingo Food Drive 2nd and 4th Mondays at 1 p.m., Monday, March 29, 2-5 p.m. May 3-Sept. 27

Times are tough for some folks right now…..so….we We held this event last year and had a blast! Join us at want to make sure our neighbors have food and the Coon Rapids Soccer Complex (next to Public Works/ are staying healthy. All donations will be matched, Recycling at 1705 111th Avenue NW). We’ll direct you to park so this drive will really make your dollar count! The your cars “checkerboard style”. Then get ready for Bingo Coon Rapids Senior Center and Police Department Fun. Listen to it on your radio or our speaker system. Honk your horn if you’re a winner and we’ll bring are co-hosting a Drive-By Food Drive! Donate non- you a prize! Pay $5 cash per person upon arrival (exact change appreciated). Ages 55+. You must perishable food items, as well as checks made reserve a spot in advance by calling 763-767-6473. If it rains, join us on Zoom...Meeting #872 326 3109 out to ACBC Food Shelf. Just drive up to the curb, Passcode: SENIOR. stay in your car and we’ll gladly take your donation. Thanks for donating to this good cause! Grandchildren & Kids Bingo Monday, June 14, 1 p.m.

Bring a grandchild or a special friend for fun Bingo. $5 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Reserve a spot.

Art in the Park Spring Dinner Location: Lions Coon Creek Park Shelter #2 Monday, April 12, 11 a.m. to noon

Join us for fun Summer Art Camps for ages 55+ We are celebrating spring with a tasty lunch - cost is $100 per 5-day camp (includes supplies). provided by Lisa’s Catering (Yes! We support local Scholarship available. Co-sponsored by RumRiver businesses). They will provide delicious Swedish Art Center and the Coon Rapids Senior Center. Call meatballs, mashed potatoes and corn. We’ll 763-323-8830 to register. provide a sweet treat. First, make a reservation. Then come to the Senior Center on Monday, April Nature Watercolor 12 and pick up your meal curbside. Please enter on 111th Avenue and watch for volunteers to guide Monday-Friday, June 21-25, 9 a.m. to noon Attention Seniors 55+! We have a long list of you. The cost is $9 per person payable to Coon Zoom classes available just for you. We have Nature Art Journaling Rapids Senior Center by Monday, April 5. Please presentations on MN State Parks, US Presidents, mail your payment to the Senior Center at 11155 Monday-Friday, June 28-July 2, 9 a.m. to noon Art History, Healthy topics, MN Cabins and Robinson Drive, Coon Rapids MN 55433. Sorry, we more! Even a “Pet Show & Tell!" Check out our don’t accept credit cards. Call 763-767-6473 for a Plein Air Watercolor: newsletter for a full listing and details! reservation. (Call early. Our February meal sold out Monday-Friday, August 16-20, 9 a.m. to noon with 240 meals). For ages 55+.

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June Sherwin Linton June Castaways June The Legendary Thursdays at 7 p.m. Country Variety Percolators Band Coon Rapids Dam, 9750 Egret Blvd. 3 10 17 Electric 60's Rock Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy June Rockie Lynne July Chmielewski July Erik Christenson & an evening of free entertainment at the Country Funtime Band His Support Group performance pavilion. 24 8 Polka 15 Blues Concessions available for purchase. The Authorities The Red Letter July July Ecuador Manta August Free parking. Classic Rock and R&B Latin Fusion Band Country Events planned – check website for any 22 29 5 cancellations.

Join us for our annual FREE Movie at Boulevard Plaza located at 2880 Coon Rapids Blvd. Parking entrance is located off Coon Rapids Blvd. and 111th Ave. NW

Drive-In Movie

PLAYING WITH FIRE

MAY 28, 8:30 P.M.

Every Wednesday Sponsored by July 14-October 13 y 3-6 p.m. the Coon Rapids Coon Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. Community Strength Foundation Look for Special Events at the Farmers Market on Social Media facebook.com/CRICandRecreation

Sponsored by Anoka County Growers Association Community Events July July

July Celebration

Community Events Update Several community events usually take place during the year in Coon Rapids, but with current state guidance around COVID-19, organizers are still determining if events can occur in 2021. As of the time of this publication, there are still many unknowns. Some events may be modified or changed to adhere to current public health guidelines. Please stay tuned for more information to come in the City’s newsletter, the Coon Rapids Connection, and on the City website at coonrapidsmn.gov.

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Drive-In Movie Fix It Clinic Saturday, June 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Coon Rapids Public Works, 1831 111th Ave. NW

Bring your broken small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more. Fix it Clinic We provide free guided assistance to disassemble and fix your items. Items must be small enough to carry such as vacuums, fans, toys, laptops and more. Don’t trash it... Fix it! Funded by the Anoka County Board of Commissioners & State SCORE fund (Select Committee on Recycling and the Environment).

*Event expected. Check website for any cancelations.

763-951-7222 - 15 - 2021 Spring & Summer Park Amenities Coon Rapids Woodview Park, Olive 11540 St. Woodland Oaks Park, 12750Hummingbird St. Woodland Heights Park, 1760 127th Ave. Woodcrest Park, 901 103rd Ave. Wintercrest Park, 10300 Woodcrest Dr. Wildwood Park, 2005131st Ave. Wilderness Park, St. 1300Main Wedgewood Trail, 12160Round Lake Blvd. Vineyards Park, Vintage 11947 St. Trackside Park, 10425 Hummingbird St. Twin Fields Park, 2141108thAve. Towerview Park, Ave. 2849116th Thrush Park, 12284QuinnSt Thorpe Park, 2691 Carlson Dr. Sunrise Pond Park, 125124thLn. Soccer Complex, 1705Ave. 111th Sand CrkAthletic Complex, Blvd. 1008Northdale Rockslide Park, Swallow 11200 St. Robinson Park, 1201 Egret Blvd. Riverwind Park, 11708 Bittersweet St. Riverview Park, 2420105thAve. Riverdale Park, 3356 131st Ln. Prospect Park, Ln. 3159116th Prairie Oaks Park, 1455127thAve. Pheasant RidgePark, Pheasant 11845 RidgeDr. Peppermint Stick Park, Raven 11480 St. Parkside Park, 700 99thAve. Nelson Park, Ave. 209110th Moor Park, St. 10921Magnolia Mercy Park, Ave. 3950115th Mason Park, 9600 Cir. Holly Marshland Trail, Blvd. 3121Northdale Marshland Park, Blvd. 3121Northdale Park,Mallery 11702 Xeon Blvd. Lions Coon Creek Park, Ave. 1664119th Kennedy Park, 8490ERiver Rd. Erlandson Park, Egret 1105 Blvd. Epiphany Ponds Park, 1475106thAve. Delta Park, Yukon 11151 St. Park,Dahlia 10760 Direct River Dr. Crooked Lake Park, 13180Crooked Lake Blvd. Creekside Park, 2665131st Ave. (A3) Cardinal Woods Park, 12290JaySt. Burl Oaks Park, 149120thLn. Boulevard Plaza, 2880Coon Rapids Blvd. Bison Creek Park, 2280127thLn. Aspen Park, 10300 Foley Blvd. Al Flynn, Park, 1351 100thLn. Alder Park, 50104th Ln. Acorn Park, 125102ndAve. Coon Rapids Parks &Recreation 25.6 15.8 4.8 5.4 5.4 6.4 8.5 4.3 9.8 8.3 5.5 2.8 6.2 2.6 4.9 6.9 7.2 3.9 2.9 40 34 35 66 39 29 29 22 27 27 73 73 1.5 3.1 1.2 10 14 18 19 13 31 13 13 12 12 4 4 8 8 8 5 Acreage • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Natural Areas • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Open Space • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Picnic Area - 16 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Play Area • • • • • • • Restrooms • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Shelter • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Walking Trails • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Ball Field

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• Pickleball • • Sand • • coonrapidsmn.gov Skate Park • • • • • • • • • Tennis • • • • Hockey Rink • • • • Pleasure Rink • • • • • • • Sliding Hill • • • • Warming House Woodview Park, Olive 11540 St. Woodland Oaks Park, 12750Hummingbird St. Woodland Heights Park, 1760 127th Ave. Woodcrest Park, 901 103rd Ave. Wintercrest Park, 10300 Woodcrest Dr. Wildwood Park, 2005131st Ave. Wilderness Park, St. 1300Main Wedgewood Trail, 12160Round Lake Blvd. Vineyards Park, Vintage 11947 St. Twin Fields Park, 2141108thAve. Trackside Park, 10425 Hummingbird St. Towerview Park, Ave. 2849116th Thrush Park, 12284QuinnSt Thorpe Park, 2691 Carlson Dr. Sunrise Pond Park, 125124thLn. Soccer Complex, 1705Ave. 111th Sand CrkAthletic Complex, Blvd. 1008Northdale Rockslide Park, Swallow 11200 St. Robinson Park, 1201 Egret Blvd. Riverwind Park, 11708 Bittersweet St. Riverview Park, 2420105thAve. Riverdale Park, 3356 131st Ln. Prospect Park, Ln. 3159116th Prairie Oaks Park, 1455127thAve. Pheasant RidgePark, Pheasant 11845 RidgeDr. Peppermint Stick Park, Raven 11480 St. Parkside Park, 700 99thAve. Nelson Park, Ave. 209110th Moor Park, St. 10921Magnolia Mercy Park, Ave. 3950115th Mason Park, 9600 Cir. Holly Marshland Trail, Blvd. 3121Northdale Marshland Park, Blvd. 3121Northdale Park,Mallery 11702 Xeon Blvd. Lions Coon Creek Park, Ave. 1664119th Kennedy Park, 8490ERiver Rd. Erlandson Park, Egret 1105 Blvd. Epiphany Ponds Park, 1475106thAve. Delta Park, Yukon 11151 St. Park,Dahlia 10760 Direct River Dr. Crooked Lake Park, 13180Crooked Lake Blvd. Creekside Park, 2665131st Ave. (A3) Cardinal Woods Park, 12290JaySt. Burl Oaks Park, 149120thLn. Boulevard Plaza, 2880Coon Rapids Blvd. Bison Creek Park, 2280127thLn. Aspen Park, 10300 Foley Blvd. Al Flynn, Park, 1351 100thLn. Alder Park, 50104th Ln. Acorn Park, 125102ndAve. 25.6 15.8 4.8 5.4 5.4 6.4 8.5 4.3 9.8 8.3 5.5 2.8 6.2 2.6 4.9 6.9 7.2 3.9 2.9 40 34 35 66 39 29 29 22 27 27 73 73 1.5 3.1 1.2 10 14 18 19 13 13 31 13 12 12 4 4 8 8 8 5 Acreage

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• Pickleball • • Sand Volleyball • • Skate Park • • • • • • • • • Tennis • • • • Hockey Rink • • • • Pleasure Rink • • • • • • • Sliding Hill • • • • Warming House 763-951-7222 Bunker Dog Park, Hills Dog Park Riverview Park, 2420105thAve. Woodcrest Park, 901 103rd Ave. Delta Park, Yukon 11151 St. Pheasant Ridge Park, Pheasant 11845 Ridge Drive Mason Park, 9600 Circle Holly courts are available for use at thefollowing parks: Newly renovated half courts andsmall-sided Outdoor Basketball Courts from 8a.m. to sunset. leagues may limit availability. Pickleballcourts are open first serve basis. Recreational lessons, tournaments or Riverwind Park. These courts are open onafirst come, Six dedicated pickleballcourts are now located at Riverwind Park, 11747 Crocus St. CourtsPickleball through Wintercrest andWoodcrest parks. walking alongsome of Coon Rapids’ finest trails users anopportunity to practice their game while coursethis uniqueandchallenging designed to give have worked with inpartnership theCity to build and theCoon Rapids Disc Golf Club. Volunteers betweenis apartnership theCity of Coon Rapids This 21holediscgolf course (18duringthewinter) Wintercrest Park, Disc Golf and benches are located also within thepark. with their dog. Dog waste bags, picnictables area andatrail for those whowant to walk a separate dog area, small alarger open play Boulevard, near the Compost Site. The park has park islocated off of 133rd Avenue andHanson allowing exercise for and large small dogs. The Bunker Dog Park Hills isafenced-in area Skate park hours: 5a.m. to 10p.m. skate park with several ramps to enjoy. Newly renovated SandCreek Park also features a Sand Creek Park, Blvd. 1008Northdale skate ramps. This park was renovated in2015 andfeatures three Riverview Park, 2420105thAve. Skate Parks 10300 Woodcrest Dr. - 17 1620 133rd Ave. NW

Parks Supervisor by calling 763-767-6552. For more information, contact our we may have aproject for you. maintaining or helpingout with our parks system, or your group hasaninterest incleaning, planting, Help improve our parks andtrails system. Ifyou Adopt-a-Park questions, call 763-767-6555. to make your reservation andpay online. For visit "Class Sign-Up" for instructions onhow To reserve aplot, visit coonrapidsmn.gov then March New 1: Coon Rapids resident gardeners requesting anew spot. February 18-24:Returning gardeners from 2020 2020 ingood standing requesting same plot. January 6-February 14:Returning gardeners from priority andare asfollows: arge Plot (25’x35’=$60) Registration dates are based on Cost: with water accessibility, May 1-October 15. Garden plots are available intwo different sizes Location: 121st Ave. andXeon St. Reserve Now for 2021 Community Gardens – Parks +Facilities

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Crooked Lake Park Picnic Shelter Sand Creek Park Warming House Lions Coon Creek Park Picnic Shelter

Facilities are available for rent 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. all year (with some restrictions based on the season). Reserving your space is easy by filling out a form online –coonrapidsmn.gov/PicnicBuildingForm

Many city parks include picnic shelters; some shelters take reservations such as Crooked Lake Park (2 shelters) and Lions Coon Creek Park (2 shelters available for reservations – fees apply for reserved shelters.) Other picnic shelters at Moor, Riverview and Woodview Parks are avail- able on a first-come, first served basis (no fees apply). Park buildings at Sand Creek Park and Riverview Park are available for rent. Have your event in the city’s parks – the perfect spot for family reunions, team picnics, graduation parties and other special events.

IMPROVE YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE e BE ACTIVE THUMBS YOUR HIKE TO RELIEVING STRESS IS CUSTOMIZABLE AND QUALITY SLEEP

Whether you are new to Coon Rapids or TAKE IT EASY BRAIN FUNCTION already have solid roots here, you might be & CREATIVITY MAKE it a missing out on parks and trails near you! Parks and trails maps are available at Coon Rapids City Hall, the PublicT Works facility ESCAPE THIS walk solo bring a friend and the Coon Rapids Ice Center. R R RETREAT TO THIS go with a group

Stop by and pick up your free map! Online maps are also available at under "Map It." coonrapidsmn.gov MILES map your hike out today OF TRAILS CoonThe Rapids City of CoonParks Rapids & Recreation has interactive - 18 - coonrapidsmn.gov maps featuring the city’s parks and trails online at coonrapidsmn.gov. Parks + Facilities

Facilities are available for rent based on current public health guidelines related to COVID-19 and state orders currently in place. This may involve capacity limits and other mandates at facilities. We thank you for your patience and understanding as these guidelines may change and adapt according to the current public health situation.

Have Your Summer Celebration at the Civic Center The Coon Rapids Civic Center has beautiful outdoor space for your next party – reserve the space now to ensure you have the perfect spot for your wedding, anniversary party, birthday party or other special event. Call 763-767-6522 or visit coonrapidsciviccenter.com.

Host Your Event at Bunker Hills Golf Club Planning a wedding, corporate event or other special gathering? The Bunker Hills Event Center accommodates up to 360 guests. The banquet room, elegant decor and superb cuisine will make your special event one to cherish forever. Call 763-951-7276.

Meetings and Parties at Coon Rapids Ice Center IMPROVE YOUR Looking for space to hold a business meeting or QUALITY OF LIFE e other small gathering? The Coon Rapids Ice Center has space available for groups up to 60 people in the BE ACTIVE conference room and up to 40 people in the Graber Skybox which overlooks the indoor ice. Reasonable rates for both resident and non-resident use. THUMBS YOUR HIKE TO RELIEVING STRESS IS CUSTOMIZABLE Visit our website at coonrapidsicecenter.com for AND QUALITY SLEEP more information or call 763-951-7222.

TAKE IT EASY Reserve Riverwind BRAIN FUNCTION & CREATIVITY MAKE it a Community Building Looking for space to host a party, meeting, art event or other activity that has great access to park ESCAPE THIS walk solo bring a friend amenities? The Riverwind Community Building is the T R R perfect place for mid-size gatherings up to 64 people. RETREAT TO THIS go with a group The facility features two indoor party rooms, counter space, refrigeration, tables and chairs and free Wi-Fi. The park features playground equipment, basketball, pickleball and walking trails.

Visit coonrapidsmn.gov for more information or call 763-767-6522. map your hike out today MILES OF TRAILS The City of Coon Rapids has interactive 763-951-7222 - 19 - 2021 Spring & Summer maps featuring the city’s parks and trails online at coonrapidsmn.gov. PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID 11155 Robinson Drive NW TWIN CITIES, MN Permit No. 29418 Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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