DECEMBER 2015–APRIL 2016 WINTER/SPRING TABLE OF CONTENTS

Frosty Frolics 3 Partners in Parks Thank you to the Partners in Parks for the role you play Did You Know? 4–5 alongside Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation for your support in programming. It is your commitment and dedication to Community Centers/Class Registration 6–7 excellence that allows us to continue serving our community.

Classes & Programs 8–16

Toddlers (ages 2 to 3) 8

Preschoolers (ages 4 to 5) 9

TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE Early Gradeschoolers (ages 6 to 9) 10

Tweens/Teens (ages 10 to 17) 11

Adults (ages 18 and older) 12–13 Mission Statement Seniors (ages 55 and older) 14 The mission of Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation is to provide a quality system of parks and recreation facilities and positive Family (all ages) 15 leisure opportunities that are available to all persons in the community. Pets 16

Winter Outdoor Activities 17 Vision Statement The vision of Sioux Falls and Parks and Recreation is to provide a comprehensive mix of high-quality parks and recreation Sports 18–19 programs, facilities, and services that contribute to a quality of life that is unparalleled in the region.

City of Sioux Falls parks are tobacco-free City Council Members zones. Tobacco use is not allowed Mayor Mike Huether, Kenny Anderson Jr., Christine M. Erickson, during youth activities. Michelle Erpenbach, Greg Jamison, Dean Karsky, Rick Kiley, Rex Rolfing, and Kermit Staggers Parks and Recreation Board If an ADA accommodation is needed, please contact the President Pat D. Lloyd, Vice President Patti J. Abdallah, Secretary Human Relations Office at 605-367-8745 or Lorrae L. Lindquist, Michael Crane, Ann Nachtigal, Jim Stavenger, and [email protected] at least five business days Mark Steinborn in advance of the event. Parks and Recreation Staff Parks and Recreation Director Don Kearney; Assistant Director SFPR programs in this Activities Guide that are Dave Fischer; Operations Manager Kelby Mieras; Park Development marked with this shooting star symbol are adaptive—the Specialists Tory Miedema and Mike Patten; Recreation Manager Alicia program may be attended by persons of any ability, and Luther; Recreation Coordinators Cathy Buchheim, Susie Garry, Scott participation is especially encouraged for individuals with special Juhnke, and Jean Pearson; Operations Supervisors Loren Beard, Diane needs. Please call SFPR at 978-6924 if you have questions about Gildemaster, Tim Hall, Bryan Sargent, Duane Stall, and Scott Timmer the program.

We strive to produce the most accurate, up-to-date Activities Park Office Park Maintenance Guide possible. However, some program information may have 100 East Sixth Street 2401 West 49th Street changed since this guide was printed. (Sixth and Phillips) Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 605-367-8222 605-367-8150 Photos taken at classes and during programs may be used by Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation for promotional purposes. siouxfalls.org/parks siouxfalls.org/parks-calendar

2 Copyright 2015 City of Sioux Falls. Design and layout by City of Sioux Falls Multimedia Support. FROSTY FROLICS WEEKEND January 8–10, 2016

Friday, January 8 FROSTY FROLICS WEEKEND 3 to 10 p.m. GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK, East Rice Street $5 tubing today! FALLS PARK, North Phillips Avenue. 5 p.m. Kickoff at Falls Park. 6:45 p.m. Fireworks over the falls. 7 to 9 p.m. Indoor concert featuring Surfin’ Safari at the Overlook Café. Seating is limited. Saturday, January 9 SPENCER PARK, Southwest side of South Cliff Avenue by I-229 9 a.m. Frosty Frolics 5K and 10K walk/run with free T-shirts to first 100 registrants. Register online, #370005*. FAMILY PARK, Near West 12th Street and Tea-Ellis Road 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ice Fishing Frenzy, partnering with The Outdoor Campus. Ice fishing poles will be loaned out on a first-come, first-served basis. All ages welcome. A S.D. fishing license is required for ages 16 and older. Free, but registration required. Online registration available, #370004*. MORNINGSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 2400 South Bahnson Avenue 10:30-11:30 a.m. Winter Circuit. This class offers both cardio and strength training. Coordination is not required, just a desire to move! Come join SFPR during Frosty Frolics for a full body workout where we will be sculpting your muscles in 30- and 60-second intervals. Lower body, upper body, and abdominals will all be included in this workout. Please bring a All items water bottle and a mat. Event is free, but registration is required, #350009. on schedule MARY JO WEGNER ARBORETUM, North side of Arrowhead Parkway from Arrowhead Park are FREE, 1 to 3 p.m. Guided snowshoe tour for beginners. Join a 20-minute walk through the arboretum. unless You might catch a glimpse of wildlife. Shoes available on a first-come, first-served basis. noted. Walks last 20 minutes. While you wait, tour the classroom while enjoying hot cider and a cookie. This free event sponsored in part by Sun ‘N Fun and The Outdoor Campus. PRAIRIE WEST LIBRARY, 7630 West 26th Street 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Snowy Day Bookwalk. Join storytime at 1:30 p.m. Crafts/activities follow. Ages 6–under. MEMORIAL ICE RINK, West 26th Street and South Sertoma Avenue 4 to 5 p.m. Curling demonstration from Sioux Falls Curling Association. 6 to 7 p.m. Broomball Bonanza on the hockey rink. Broomball is similar to hockey, except this  sport uses a different type of stick and ice skates aren’t worn. Gather up your friends Registration and let’s hit the ice! Ages 14–17. Event is free, but registration is required, #390003*. deadline is 6 to 9 p.m. Teen Twilight Skate. Enjoy a DJ along with fun-filled agility games and broomball, plus December 29 make your own s’more. for activities requiring GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK, East Rice Street registration. 7 to 9 p.m. Condor plays live at the Bears Den Lounge. Sunday, January 10 GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK, East Rice Street 1 to 4 p.m. KELO-TV All-Age Ski and Snowboard Races. Register 9 a.m.–12 noon. Races start at 1 p.m. Open to public. 1 to 3 p.m. MEMORIAL ICE RINK, West 26th Street and South Sertoma Avenue • Carnival on Ice featuring games and prizes. FREE • Winter Mini Golf. skate rental • Photo opportunities with Frosty the Snowman and the Sioux Falls Stampede. at all rinks • Stampede hockey team appearance. Autographs available. Get your stick signed! January 8, 9, • Zoomobile from the Great Plains Zoo. Meet furry and feathered animals active in winter. and 10! • Sleigh rides around the park provided by McCrossan Boys Ranch.

Frosty Frolics Adult Volleyball Tournament will be held January 23. Register by January 8. See page 19 for details.

GREAT BEAR www.siouxfalls.org/parks RECREATION• 367-8222 PARK • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Fall Activities Guide 2015 3 www.greatbearpark.com 3 DID YOU KNOW?

2016 Veterans’ Wedding Memorial Park Ceremonies Veterans’ Memorial Park was created to recognize our military veterans and the at City Parks sacrifices they made to preserve our country and our values of life, liberty, Parks and Recreation will schedule and the pursuit of happiness. The park 2016 weddings at four park locations: provides a wonderful opportunity for the • McKennan Park Sunken Gardens community to honor these special men and women who have answered the call

DID YOU KNOW? DID YOU • Sherman Park Gazebo to duty. • Terrace Park Japanese Gardens and band shell • Tuthill House and Gardens Wedding reservations are by application Purchase a Veterans’ Memorial Park Paver only. The application form and complete wedding policy, which lists wedding res- Heroes come in many forms and all deserve a permanent place of recognition in ervation times, can be viewed or printed Veterans’ Memorial Park. Honor a patriot, thank a loved one, or distinguish yourself. at www.siouxfalls.org/weddings. The Military or civilian, a paver is the perfect way to show your support. Pavers make application form and policy are also the perfect gifts for graduations, retirements, anniversaries, holidays, celebrations, available at the Park Office. All fees memorials, and more. must be included with the application Each personalized limestone paver is placed in Veterans’ Memorial Park. These custom- and will become nonrefundable once engraved pavers make meaningful and memorable gifts for every occasion. Placing a the wedding reservation is confirmed. paver will not only go toward a great cause, it is a gift that will last for generations Credit card charges will not be run to come. Forms are available for download on our website, or call the Park Office for until reservation confirmation. If you details at 605-367-8222. have questions, please call the Park Office at 605-367-8222. Other wedding location options: • great Bear Chalet—please call 605-367-7317. Tuthill House Rentals • great Plains Zoo and Museum— please call 605-367-8313. Did you know The Tuthill Park House is available for rentals throughout the entire • Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum—please year? The Tuthill House capacity seats approximately 40 people and is available for call 605-367-4414. reservations seven days a week from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. Schedules vary by season. • overlook Cafe—please call Parking is available in the picnic area north of the gazebo. 605-367-4885. Weddings may be scheduled by submitting a Wedding Application Form. We will being accepting 2016 applications in November 2015. For more information, please call the Parks Office at 605-367-8222 or find more details at www.siouxfalls.org/parks. Application for Special Events Are you planning a special event in Sioux Falls? Plans for events and Picnic Shelter Reservations activities that will be held outdoors Parks and Recreation will make picnic shelter reservations for your group and post a on public property, a City street, reservation sign in an enclosed sign case at the shelter. There is a $25 nonrefundable fee downtown, or in a City park and are for reserving a picnic shelter and a $5 fee for changes. This fee is due at the time your open to the public must go through reservation is made. Please have your credit card ready if reserving by phone or online. the event facilitation and approval You may pay by check or cash if you reserve in person at the Park Office. process. Reservations may be made by calling the Park Office at 367-8222 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., For information on how to plan a safe Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, or by reserving in person at the Park and successful special event, visit Office, 100 East Sixth Street (downtown at Sixth Street and Phillips Avenue). Online www.siouxfalls.org/specialevents. reservations may be made at www.siouxfalls.org/parks by clicking “Online Registration Application must be received no later and Payment.” Reservations will be accepted no more than 120 days and no less than than 90 days before a proposed event. 5 days prior to an event.

4 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 DID YOU KNOW? DID YOU KNOW? Color Lighting of the Falls for Your Event Falls Park is home to many events in Sioux Falls. Change the “color” of the falls with evening lighting to match your event. Colors offered: Blue, red, green, pink, purple, yellow, and orange. Hours: Summer—9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Winter—5:30 to 11:30 p.m. A nonrefundable reservation fee of $200 per day will be charged at the time of reservation. Reservations must be made at least seven working days in advance and will follow the 120-day reservation policy. Call the Park Office at 367-8222 to reserve.

Falls Park Visitor Information Center and Observation Tower Location: North Phillips Avenue and Falls Park Drive • 367-7430 Visitor Information Center and Observation Tower are open: SFPR Achieves November 20–January 3, 2016 Closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas 5 to 9 p.m., Monday–Thursday Day, Easter, and Thanksgiving. 5 to 10 p.m., Friday For more information, please contact Reaccreditation 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday the Sioux Falls Convention and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday Visitors Bureau at 605-275-6060. Ranks Among the Best January 4–March 25, 2016 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday of the Best in the Nation!

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation was reaccredited in fall of 2015 by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). Accreditation Winter Wonderland Light Display is valid for a period of five years.

Winter Wonderland at Falls Park is a The self-assessment requires agencies to dazzling display of lights for all ages. provide documented evidence for each of the Falls Park will light up nightly through 151 standards representing best practices of Sunday, January 10. effective and efficient park and recreation operations. To earn national accreditation, Enjoy the final weekend of the light agencies must fully meet all 37 fundamental display by attending the Frosty Frolics standards and at least 85 percent of the kickoff event at Falls Park with fireworks remaining 114 nonfundamental standards. over the falls at 6:45 p.m. on Friday, Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation met all January 8. fundamental standards and 96 percent of the remaining standards.

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation has been accredited through CAPRA since 2010. CAPRA accreditation is a distinguished Community Gardens mark of excellence for park and recreation Applications and guidelines for the 2016 community garden season will be available agencies and is a measure of an agency’s at the Park Office or online starting no later than January 2, 2016. A list of garden overall quality of operation, management, locations will be available online or at the Park Office at that time. Garden placement and service to the community. The National is on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to people who successfully Recreation and Park Association research gardened in the Sioux Falls Community Garden program the previous year. The Sioux team estimates that there are approximately Falls Community Garden is a cooperative effort involving the City of Sioux Falls, 14,000 parks and recreation agencies Minnehaha County Master Gardeners, Minnehaha County Extension Service, and a nationwide, of which 1 percent, or 144, have dedicated group of volunteers, including more than 200 individual gardeners. earned national accreditation. www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 5 COMMUNITY CENTERS

Part of Elementary Community Center Address Phone Number Community Center City School Anne  NE 3701 E. Third Street 978-6924 Hours of Operation Kenny Anderson Sullivan Please consult the specific activity you  Kuehn SW Oscar Howe 2801 S. Valley View Road 978-6926 wish to participate in at the community center for times.  MariCar NW Hayward 400 N. Valley View Road 978-6928  Exceptions to our regular schedule Morningside SE Harvey Dunn 2400 S. Bahnson Avenue 978-6930 include:  Oyate Central Garfield 2421 W. 15th Street 978-6932 C o mm unity CENTERS • on federal holidays, all community centers will be closed: The Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Community Centers are a joint venture between the  December 25 Sioux Falls School District and Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. The community centers  January 1, 18 are open to the public and are accessible to individuals with disabilities.  February 15 Facilities may include one to three meeting rooms, a kitchen, a game room, an activity room, a computer lab, and a gym with either three volleyball courts or two courts. • inclement weather: If Sioux Falls public schools do not open due to All five community centers are Wi-Fi hot spots! bad weather, the community centers will not be open. Age Policy for Open Gym/Game Room • if Sioux Falls public schools close A five-children-to-one-adult ratio will be early due to inclement weather, the Weekends enforced for children 6 years and younger. community centers will close at the Open Gym and Game Room Children 6 years and younger must be same time as the schools, and no day at the Community Centers accompanied by someone 16 years old or older. or evening programs will be held. Dates: January 2–May 8. Days/Time: Saturday and Sunday, • program hours are subject to change School Break Special Hours 1 to 5 p.m. Open gym, game room, and computer lab hours on holidays and public school early Locations: All five community centers dismissal or vacation days. Please will be 1 to 5 p.m. on the following dates: Open (“Enlarged”) Gyms contact the community center(s) for • December 28–31 specific information. at Other Grade Schools • March 25 and 28 SFPR, in cooperation with the Sioux Falls and Brandon Valley School Districts, offers more opportunities OPEN GYMS/GAME ROOMS for basketball and volleyball open gym use at additional neighborhood elementary schools across the city. It Weekdays Weeknights is recommended that anyone interested Open Gym/Game Room Evening open gym basketball is open in playing volleyball should use Laura This program is designed for to all ages. Court rentals will not be Wilder Elementary. No organized team participants ages 7 and up. Different available during this time. No orga- practice allowed. Enlarged open gyms nized team practice is allowed. activities are scheduled daily, such as are located at these schools: arts and crafts, open gym, and special Dates: January 4–May 9 Day/Time: Monday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. events. Must be able to self-manage to • Fred Assam Elementary Location: Oyate C.C. attend. More details on this program 7700 East Willowwood Street are available at each center. Weeknight Open Gym • John Harris Elementary Dates: January 4–May 13 Dates: April 4–May 12 3501 East 49th Street Days/Time: Monday through Friday, Days/Time: Monday through • Laura Wilder Elementary 2:45 to 6 p.m. Gym will close at Thursday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 2300 South Lyndale Avenue 5:45 p.m. Locations: All five community centers Dates: January 2–March 26

Locations: All five community centers Days/Time: Saturday and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.

6 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 COMMUNITY CENTERS CO MM UNITY CENTERS Meeting Rooms Each community center has at least one large meeting room. Meeting areas are equipped with tables, chairs, TV, VCR/DVD, and dry erase boards. Centers also have refrigerators, stoves (except Oyate and MariCar), microwaves, and vending machine areas. Please specify needs when making reservations. • Meeting rooms can be reserved by contacting the community center where the event will take place. • specifics of room guidelines are available at the time of your reservation request. Weekdays Weekends January 4–May 13 January 2–May 8 Kenny Anderson, Kuehn, and Kenny Anderson, Kuehn, MariCar, Morningside Hours and Oyate Hours • Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. • saturday and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. • friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Morningside Hours Computer Lab MariCar and Oyate Hours • January 2–May 8, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Computer labs provide a quiet, convenient • Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Morningside–Saturday Evenings place to have Internet access. Hours are • friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 5:30 to 8 p.m. subject to change to accommodate scheduled Weekdays from May 16–June 3 January 9 through March 26: programs. Call for availability. Call for available dates. Dates: Ongoing through May 13 Times: • Monday through Friday, 2:30–6 p.m. • saturday and Sunday, 1–5 p.m. • after May 13, call for availability. How to Register for SFPR Classes Locations: All five community centers • Registration closes five business days in to 48 hours in advance of class by calling the advance, unless otherwise noted. Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation (SFPR) Office • To register online, visit www.siouxfalls. at 605-367-8222. Please have your original org/parks and click on the box that says receipt number ready. If paid by credit card, “Register & Reserve.” refund will be credited back to the Walking Program • Log in to your account. If you Registration card. Payments made by cash or Walking is one of the best ways to stay closes five have forgotten your user name business days in check will be refunded by a check healthy! Pedometers are available for and password, you can request advance, unless sent to the account address on file checkout so you can log your daily progress. that it be emailed to you. otherwise noted. or by crediting the online account We will help track your miles each week • You may browse our site as for future purchases. Purchases made and award incentives when you reach the a guest. If you haven’t registered or with a gift card are nonrefundable; however, a 100- and 200-mile markers! Walking has reserved before, you will need to contact credit will be applied to SFPR online account. many benefits for your health, and we want a community center or the Park Office If less than a 48-hour notice, no refund or to reward you for healthy behavior. We will to create a new account before you will credit will be issued. also offer a monthly newsletter to keep be able to use our online reservation/ you updated on upcoming events and other All programs operate with a minimum/ registration system. fitness programs during the months of the maximum capacity. SFPR reserves the right to • Search for the desired class by number/ walking program. cancel, change, or combine programs when name or by scrolling through all of the Monday through Friday, ongoing minimum class enrollment has not been met. Dates: Parks and Recreation listings. through May 13. Closed on federal holidays. If SFPR cancels a program/class, refunds/ • Once you find a class/program you wish to 8 to 10 a.m. credits will be made as stated above. Time: attend, click on the shopping cart to the Locations: Kenny Anderson, Kuehn, and left of the class to add to your cart. Wait List Morningside C.C. • View cart and proceed to checkout or Once a class is filled, a waiting list will be Fee: Free continue shopping. created. Please call SFPR at 605-367-8222 to • Enter payment information to complete be placed on the waiting list. Blood Pressure Checks purchase. We will also be offering free blood pressure • Upon successful completion, you will Classes and Programs checks in the month of January to kick off receive an email confirmation/receipt. An up-to-date, full listing of classes, the New Year! Blood pressure checks will be programs, and activities can be found at Cancellations and Refunds at the community centers the following dates www.siouxfalls.org/parks-calendar. Winter from 9–10 a.m.: Program/class cancellations must be made up online registration begins December 14. JAN 19 Morningside C.C. JAN 20 Kenny Anderson C.C. www.siouxfalls.org/parks JAN 21 Kuehn C.C.

www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 7 Registration Toddlers closes five business days in Ages 2–3 years advance, unless otherwise noted.

Toddler Sports #333039 Oyate C.C. Toddler sports will teach toddlers the basics of sports. Each week will feature a different sporting event that will help develop motor skills and teamwork, all while having fun! DEC 22 Tue 9–9:45 a.m. or 5–5:45 p.m...... $5 per class DEC 29 Tue 9–9:45 a.m. or 5–5:45 p.m...... $5 per class TODDLERS The Dino Bash #333022 Kuehn C.C. Bring your dinosaur friends to this Jurassic jamboree. Participants will put on their archaeologist hat to dig for dinosaurs, dance a dinosaur boogie, and play their way through this class. JAN 28 Thu 10:15–11:15 a.m. or 6–7 p.m...... $5 per person

King/Queen of Hearts #333027 Kuehn C.C. Play Groups Get set for Valentine’s Day with Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. Play Groups are specifically for kids and their caregivers. Gather Participants will make enjoyable Valentine crafts, play Valentine your friends at our “house” to play and not get your house games, and, best of all, enjoy Valentine treats! messy. Our play groups are open for kids from infant age to FEB 11 Thu 10:15–11:15 a.m. or 6:15–7:15 p.m.... $5 per person prekindergarten age. We will provide the equipment and toys. Parents/adults provide the supervision. Not intended for child Toddler Gym care centers or in-home care providers. #333038 Kuehn C.C. These classes will introduce your child to basic movement skills Weekday Morning Play Groups and encourage them to work on hand/eye coordination and spatial Dates: Ongoing through May 13 awareness. Parachutes, balls, and other fun activities will be used. Time: 10 a.m. to 12 noon MAR 11 Fri 10:30–11:15 a.m...... $5 per class Days/Locations: MAR 12 Sat 10:30–11:15 a.m...... $5 per class • Tuesday/Thursday at Kuehn C.C. APR 22 Fri 10:30–11:15 a.m...... $5 per class • Monday/Wednesday/Friday at Morningside C.C. APR 23 Sat 10:30–11:15 a.m...... $5 per class

825 North Weber Avenue | 605-367-4885 www.FallsOverlookCafe.net | [email protected] Contact us for details about hosting a private event.

The perfect place for those life celebrations as you relax in an un-hurried back-to-nature atmosphere. Special Falls Overlook Cafe serves a variety of family-friendly foods, ice cream treats, and beverages. The cafe Winter Feature: offers a dining experience overlooking the Falls of the Big Sioux River. Enjoy lunch or dinner in one of the Join us for our nation’s top 25 parks—a perfect view and excellent sandwiches, entrees, soups, salads, and desserts. made-from- Hours: scratch Labor Day—January 8: Monday—Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. for lunch. “Soup’s On!” soup bar. Winter Wonderland hours: Friday and Saturday evenings, 5–9 p.m. January 9—March 23: Closed to the public except for private parties, business meetings/luncheons, and a great Valentine's weekend celebration.

8 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 Registration closes five PRESCHOOLERS business days in advance, unless Ages 4–5 years otherwise noted. PRESCHOOLERS Tee-Ball Oyate C.C. #390005 Are you new to tee-ball or are you looking for some practice heading into the season? Come to this introductory class on tee-ball, where you can learn to play the sport, or practice the skills that you already have. We will be practicing throwing, hitting, and fielding. If you have a glove, please bring it, but it’s not required. MAR 24 Thu 6–7 p.m...... $5 per person MAR 31 Thu 6–7 p.m...... $5 per person

Storm Dance Clinic Morningside C.C. #340001 Want to learn to dance like the Lightning Girls premier dance team from the ? This is your chance! The Lightning Girls will teach you fun cheerleading and dance moves. APR 4 Mon 6–7 p.m...... $5 per person

“R” is for Robot Kuehn C.C. #333020 It’s a robot party! Come join Chip, Sprocket, and all your robot friends as we explore all things robotic. Play robot games, learn Fun Fit Friday how robots work, and make a robot to take home with you. Ride, run, jump, and jam! Join SFPR and participate in APR 12 Tue 6:15–7:15 p.m...... $5 per person fitness-related activities, all while having fun! Children must be supervised by an individual 16 years of age or older. A ZooExpress Kenny Anderson C.C. 5 to 1 ratio of children to adults must be observed. Free. #380001 SFPR and the Great Plains Zoo are bringing the zoo to you! No registration required. For ages 6 and under. Come join us as we meet four animal ambassadors from our local zoo FEB 5 Fri 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE...... Morningside C.C. and explore the wonders of the animal kingdom during a presentation MAR 4 Fri 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE.....Kenny Anderson C.C. by knowledgeable zoo staff. You will even get a chance to touch an APR 8 Fri 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE...... Oyate C.C. animal! Free. Registration required. MAY 6 Fri 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE...... MariCar C.C. APR 21 Thu 6–6:45 p.m...... FREE

Are You Ready for Some Football? Kuehn C.C. #390001 Prepare for the “big game” with Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. Kids will jump, dive, and pass their way through this class. FEB 6 Sat 10:15–11:15 a.m...... $5 per person

Lil’ Leprechauns Kuehn C.C. #333021 Put on your best green outfit and be on the lookout for leprechauns. To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will be leading participants in traditional Irish games and making a traditional Irish craft. MAR 17 Thu 6:15–7:15 p.m...... $5 per person

SFPR Gift Cards Available Give the gift of fun! Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation gift cards are available for purchase in the amount of your choice ($5 minimum) at the Parks and Recreation Office (100 East Sixth Street) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting now! Once activated, gift cards can conveniently be redeemed like cash at our many recreational facilities. Let your recipient choose whether to slide into fun at any of our five outdoor pools, purchase a season swim pass, participate in a variety of fitness classes, or choose from a wide array of fun activities offered through SFPR. For more information, call 367-8222.

www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 9 Registration closes five EARLY GRADESCHOOLERS business days in Ages 6–9 years advance, unless otherwise noted.

SFPR programs in this Activities Guide that are marked with this shooting star symbol are adaptive—the program may be attended by persons of any ability, and participation is especially encouraged for individuals with special needs. Please call SFPR at 978-6924 if you have questions about the program.

Game Night! #333013 Kenny Anderson C.C. Join the fun as we open the doors of Kenny Anderson C.C. for a night of games. Air hockey, pool, and foosball are just a few of the many hands-on games available for play. This program may be attended by persons of any ability, and participation is especially encouraged for individuals with specials needs. Free. Registration required. EARLY GRADESCHOOLERS EARLY JAN 11 Mon 6–7:30 p.m...... FREE

Ice Fishing Basics Family Park #370001 Come brave the cold with The Outdoor Campus and SFPR as we learn all of the basics of ice fishing. Learn how to use ice fishing rods, how Storm Dance Clinic to drill a hole through the ice, and other essentials for catching fish #340002 Morningside C.C. in the winter! Free. Registration required. Want to learn to dance like the Lightning Girls premier dance team JAN 16 Sat 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE from the Sioux Falls Storm? This is your chance! The Lightning Girls will teach you fun cheerleading and dance moves. Valentine’s Day Extravaganza! APR 11 Mon 6–7 p.m...... $5 per person #333015 Kenny Anderson C.C. Come join us at Kenny Anderson C.C. as we create a valentine card for Flag Football Tournament that special person in your life. We will also decorate a box to store #390006 Are you missing being out on the football field scoring all of the valentines that you receive from other people. SFPR will touchdowns with your friends? If so, gather your teammates and provide all of the necessary supplies. This program may be attended come play in this one-day flag football tournament! Don’t have by persons of any ability, and participation is especially encouraged a team? No sweat; we will find a team for you to join, so all are for individuals with specials needs. welcome! Free. Registration is required. FEB 6 Sat 1–2 p.m...... $5 per person APR 16 Sat 2–3 p.m. FREE...... Kenny Anderson Park APR 23 Sat 2–3 p.m. FREE...... MariCar Park Young Scientists #333014 Kuehn C.C. Create Your Own Gnome/Fairy Garden Are you interested in things that ooze, bubble, and fizz? Explore a #333006 Kuehn C.C. number of different age-appropriate experiments and discuss the how During this class, participants will be able to make their very own and the why of what happened. gnome or fairy garden to take home with them. Set them outside MAR 8 Tue 6:15–7:15 p.m...... $5 per person during the summer, and you never know who you might find wandering through your little garden. Royal Court Class APR 19 Tue 6:15–7:15 p.m...... $5 per person for Aspiring Knights and Princesses Kuehn C.C. #333045 Can a princess eat dinner without a fork? What does a knight ZooExpress do with his sword when he wants to dance? Join the Siouxland #380001 Kenny Anderson C.C. Renaissance Association’s Royal Court Class for Aspiring Knights and SFPR and the Great Plains Zoo are bringing the zoo to you! Come Princesses to learn the answers to these questions and more. Travel join us as we meet four animal ambassadors from our local zoo and back in time for an afternoon at court to learn about what life was explore the wonders of the animal kingdom during a presentation really like among royalty during the Renaissance, complete with by knowledgeable zoo staff. You will even get a chance to touch an dancing and crafts. Free. Registration is required. animal! Free. No registration required. MAR 12 Sat 1:30–3 p.m...... FREE APR 21 Thu 6–6:45 p.m...... FREE

Friendly After-School Fitness Fun Kuehn C.C Fishing Basics Sanford Wellness will be leading this fun team-building after-school #370002 Family Park fitness program! There will be a variety of activities using different From proper casting to learning how to take a fish off the hook, fitness equipment. There will be new activities each week that will kids will get a chance to learn all of the necessary basics to get everyone involved. Come and join this fun 60-minute fitness become expert fishermen with The Outdoor Campus and SFPR. Free. experience. Free. No registration required. Registration required. MAR 14, 21 APR 4, 11 Mon 3:30–4:30 p.m...... FREE APR 30 Sat 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE

10 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 Registration closes five business days in TWEENS/TEENS advance, unless Ages 10–17 years otherwise noted. TWEENS/TEENS Broomball Bonanza Teen Game Night! #390003 Memorial Hockey Rink #333016 Kenny Anderson C.C. Come take part in this Frosty Frolics event, in our version of the Join the fun as we open the doors of Kenny Anderson for a night Winter Classic. Broomball is similar to hockey, except this sport uses of games. Air hockey, pool, and foosball are just a few of the many a different type of stick, and ice skates aren’t worn. Gather up your hands-on games available for play. This program may be attended by friends and let’s hit the ice! Free. Registration is required. persons of any ability, and participation is especially encouraged for JAN 9 Sat 6–7 p.m...... FREE individuals with specials needs. Free. Registration required. FEB 22 Mon 6–7:30 p.m...... FREE Rennie 101: How to Become a Renaissance Reenactor Kuehn C.C. Royal Court Class #333046 When you attend a Renaissance Festival, you become part for Aspiring Knights and Princesses Kuehn C.C. of the event. Join the Siouxland Renaissance Association to begin #333045 Can a princess eat dinner without a fork? What does a developing your persona to make your visit to a festival even more knight do with his sword when he wants to dance? Join the Siouxland fun. We’ll help you choose (or invent) a persona, including learning Renaissance Association’s Royal Court Class for aspiring knights and how your character might behave, speak, and move; what they might princesses to learn the answers to these questions and more. Travel wear; and how they would interact with others. You’ll go home with back in time for an afternoon at court to learn about what life was a list of resources to help you construct your persona and assemble really like among royalty during the Renaissance, complete with garb. Plus, you’ll meet some of the characters who will be at the dancing and crafts. Free. Registration is required. Siouxland Renaissance Festival June 11–12, 2016, at the W.H. MAR 12 Sat 1:30–3 p.m...... FREE Lyon Fairgrounds. Free. Registration is required. JAN 23 Sat 1:30–3 p.m...... FREE Friendly After-School Fitness Fun Kuehn C.C. Sanford Wellness will be leading this fun team-building after-school Ice Fishing 101 fitness program. There will be a variety of activities using different #370003 Family Park fitness equipment. There will be new activities each week that will Come brave the cold with The Outdoor Campus and SFPR as we learn get everyone involved. Come and join this fun 60-minute fitness all of the basics of ice fishing. Learn how to use ice fishing rods, how experience! Free. No registration required. to drill a hole through the ice, and other essentials for catching fish MAR 14, 21 APR 4, 11 Mon 3:30–4:30 p.m...... FREE in the winter. Free. Registration required. JAN 30 Sat 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE Terrarium Building Kenny Anderson C.C. #333018 Add a little green to your indoor space with an eye-catching “L-O-V-E” Picture Blocks terrarium! From plants and rocks to figurines, SFPR will provide all #333001 Morningside C.C. the necessary materials for creating your very own terrarium to take If you are looking for a unique way to display the pictures of the home. Be sure to bring your own glass bowl. ones you love, you won’t want to miss this class. It is amazing what MAR 29 Tue 6–7:30 p.m...... $10 per person a little wood, paint, and glue can do. You will LOVE displaying your pictures when you are finished with this class. Flag Football Tournament JAN 31 Sun 12:30–2 p.m...... $12 per person #390006 Are you missing being out on the football field scoring touchdowns Valentine Button Art with your friends? If so, gather your teammates and come play #333003 Morningside C.C. in this one-day flag football tournament. Don’t have a team? No There is no better way to show that you really care for someone than sweat, we will find a team for you to join, so all are welcome! Free. through the form of art. Join us for this fun class to put together a Registration is required. button canvas art project. Whomever you choose to give it to will APR 16 Sat 2–3 p.m. FREE...... Kenny Anderson Park really love it. APR 23 Sat 2–3 p.m. FREE ...... MariCar Park JAN 31 Sun 2:15–3:45 p.m...... $12 per person Fishing 101 Video Game Football Tournament #370007 Family Park #333017 Kenny Anderson C.C. From proper casting to learning how to take a fish off the hook, Do you think you have what it takes to be crowned top champion in kids will get a chance to learn all of the necessary basics to video game football? Pick your favorite NFL team and join us as we become expert fishermen with The Outdoor Campus and SFPR. Free. enjoy a friendly single-game elimination tournament of everyone’s Registration required. favorite football video game along with traditional football snacks. MAY 7 Sat 10 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE Winner gets to take home a copy of the game! FEB 8 Mon 6–8 p.m...... $10 per person

String Art COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES #333002 Morningside C.C. Are you looking for opportunities to volunteer String and canvas come to life in this class. You will be amazed at for community service? Contact Chad at how artistic you can be with a little string. 978‑6923 for available options with Sioux Falls FEB 11 Thu 6–7:30 p.m...... $12 per person Parks and Recreation. For ages 16 and up.

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After-Holiday Scrapbooking Rennie 101: How to Become #333025 Morningside C.C. a Renaissance Reenactor Calling all scrappers: Are you looking for some space to spread out? #333046 Kuehn C.C. Want to get together with your friends and spend an afternoon When you attend a Renaissance Festival, you become part of visiting and getting some scrapbook work done at the same time? We the event. Join the Siouxland Renaissance Association to begin will provide you with the space. You bring your pictures, pages, and ADULTS developing your persona to make your visit to a festival even more anything else you will need to complete that special scrapbook. Try fun. We’ll help you choose (or invent) a persona, including learning out some new tools and have some fun. how your character might behave, speak, and move; what they might JAN 10 Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m...... $5 per person wear; and how they would interact with others. You’ll go home with a list of resources to help you construct your persona and assemble Bunco garb. Plus, you’ll meet some of the characters who will be at the #340007 Morningside C.C. Siouxland Renaissance Festival June 11–12, 2016, at the W.H. Bunco is a parlor game played in teams with three dice. When you Lyon Fairgrounds. Free. Registration is required. roll “three of a kind” of the number you are currently rolling, this is a JAN 23 Sat 1:30–3 p.m...... FREE “bunco.” Come out and learn how to play this fast-paced dice game. Snacks, socialization, and prizes will be provided. Snowman Crafting JAN 20 Wed 6–8 p.m...... $5 per person #333005 Morningside C.C. FEB 17 Wed 6–8 p.m...... $5 per person Snowmen are fun this time of year. Decorating your house is just as MAR 16 Wed 6–8 p.m...... $5 per person fun. Join us for an evening class geared around crafting some new APR 20 Wed 6–8 p.m...... $5 per person snowmen. These little guys will surely light up your house for the snowy season ahead. Simple Cooking With Heart JAN 27 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m...... $12 per person #333004 Cooking at home can be a daunting task, but a rewarding one for your diet and lifestyle (and your wallet). Making small “L-O-V-E” Picture Blocks changes in your diet is important to your heart health. If you’re ready #333001 Morningside C.C. to start cooking at home, this 45-minute cooking demonstration from If you are looking for a unique way to display the pictures of the the American Heart Association will give you the basics you need ones you love, you won’t want to miss this class. It is amazing what to make low-cost, heart-healthy meals. Each session will feature a a little wood, paint, and glue can do. You will LOVE displaying your different set of affordable and healthy recipes to give you the basic pictures when you are finished with this class. skills and techniques to get started and inspired—and have fun! JAN 31 Sun 12:30–2 p.m...... $12 per person JAN 20 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE Kuehn C.C. FEB 17 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE Kuehn C.C. Valentine Button Art MAR 16 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE MariCar C.C. #333003 Morningside C.C. APR 20 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE MariCar C.C. There is no better way to show that you really care for someone than through the form of art. Join us for this fun class to put together a Healthy Eating 101 button canvas art project. Whomever you choose to give it to will #333010 Morningside C.C. really love it. Join us to bust some “healthy” food myths and learn what JAN 31 Sun 2:15–3:45 p.m...... $12 per person components make up a healthy eating plan. This class will provide advice on what gimmicks to watch out for and practical ways to Yoga keep you reaching your goals. These gals will share their tricks, tips, #330003 Oyate C.C. and tools for navigating grocery store choices, restaurant menus, In this yoga class, you will be able to wind down and relax at the end and everyday life. Note: This session is not taught by a registered of the day. Gaining flexibility, better posture, and learning stress- dietitian, just two real-life ladies who have a passion for helping relieving moves are all benefits from a regular yoga practice. Please others with their health and wellness. Registration required. bring your own mat. JAN 21 Thu 6:30–7:30 p.m...... FREE FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 MAR 1, 8 Tue 6:30–7:30 p.m..... $20 series

Circuit Blast #350007 Kuehn C.C. This class offers both cardio and strength training. Coordination is not required, just a desire to move! Beginning with a warmup, this workout includes a variety of exercises that get your heart pumping and muscles reacting. Hit every muscle group as you zip through various interval stations of different fitness equipment, including resistance bands, dumbbells, and stability balls. The workout will end with a cool-down. Please bring a water bottle and a mat. FEB 3, 10, 17, 24 Wed 6:45–7:45 p.m...... $20 series

12 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 Registration closes five ADULTS business days in advance, unless Ages 18 and Up otherwise noted. ADULTS Coffee and Canvas #333023 Tuthill House Bring a cup of your favorite coffee and get ready to let your inner artist create. You will work along with the instructor as she creates a work of art and shows you how to do the same in a step-by-step process. You can follow her lead or follow your creative instincts. Either way, you will go home with a finished piece of artwork around a Valentine’s Day theme that expresses your inner artist. Recommended for beginners. Coffee will also be provided. FEB 6 Sat 2–4 p.m...... $25 per person

String Art #333002 Morningside C.C. String and canvas come to life in this class. You will be amazed at how artistic you can be with a little string. FEB 11 Thu 6–7:30 p.m...... $12 per person

Tax Aide Kuehn C.C. Need help filing your federal income taxes? Tax preparation and filing will be provided this spring at Kuehn C.C. in partnership with Active Generations of Sioux Falls. Tax preparers are all IRS-certified Total Body Aerobics volunteers who will help guide you through the process. Free, but #350008 Morningside C.C. appointment is required; please call 336-6722. You get it all in this 60-minute calorie-burning class! Beginning with FEB 16–APR 13 Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE a warmup, this workout includes high-impact and/or low-impact aerobic moves (you do what works best for you). Strength training is Adult Zumba also incorporated to tone and sculpt muscles. An abdominal workout #350006 Kenny Anderson C.C. and cool down complete the workout. Please bring a water bottle and Come get your dance on with fun modern music mixed with Zumba mat to class. and hip-hop moves! You’ll burn 500–1,000 calories at each class, APR 6, 13, 20, 27 Wed 6:45–7:45 p.m...... $20 series while feeling like you are at a dance party. This class will incorporate basic Zumba dance steps, along with some strength-based moves, to Couch to 5K® give you a full-body workout. Work hard; play hard! Come join us as #350010 Fawick Park we teach you new and exciting exercises! Are you hoping to run a 5K this summer, but are having a tough time FEB 18, 25 MAR 3, 10 Thu 6–7 p.m...... $20 series getting off the couch? 605 Running Company will help you reach your running goals through this Couch to 5K® program. You will learn Cardio Sculpt about different running programs for training for your big race, as #330004 Kenny Anderson C.C. well as learning about what type of equipment and nutrition will help Beginning with a warmup, this class will include both cardio and make your training easier, and more enjoyable. Free. Registration is toning exercises. This full-body workout will sculpt muscles in required. 30-, 60-, 90-second timed intervals. Lower body, upper body, and APR 6, 13, 20, 27 Wed 6–7 p.m...... FREE abdominals will all be included in the workout. A cool-down and stretch will end the class. Please bring a mat and water bottle. Ladies’ Bootcamp MAR 2, 9, 16, 23 Wed 6:45–7:45 p.m...... $20 series #330006 MariCar C.C. Need an intense 60-minute workout to fit into your busy day? Spring Wreath This is just the class for you, combining cardio, weights, and core #333007 Morningside C.C. strengthening. Please bring a water bottle and mat to class. Put together an egg-stravagant decoration to hang outside during APR 12, 19, 26 MAY 3 Tue 6:45–7:45 p.m...... $20 series the spring season. We will use eggs, grass, glue, and ribbon to put this beautiful wreath together. How to Care for Your Trees MAR 9 Wed 6:30–8:30 p.m...... $16 per person #333024 Morningside C.C. SFPR’s Forestry division is hosting a workshop on tree care. A Yo-lates certified arborist will discuss and demonstrate the most up-to-date #350001 Morningside C.C. care and pruning guidelines. Participants will learn about the City’s Using your own body, learn powerful ways to shape muscles, improve tree care ordinances and how these guidelines benefit both their core strength, and see the benefits of better posture and increased trees and their neighbors. Workshop attendees will see actual pruning body awareness. In this class you will feel the heat from the core performed at Morningside Park using tools commonly available. of your body and throughout. Gentle on the joints, but not for the Please bring your questions relating to the care of trees. Free. weak-minded. Please bring your own mat to class. Registration required. MAR 15, 22, 29 APR 5 Tue 6:30–7:30 p.m...... $20 series MAY 25 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m...... FREE

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Senior Cards and Games Kenny Anderson C.C. Senior Dice Days Join in the fun on Mondays and play card games, socialize, and #333009 Morningside C.C. laugh with both older and younger friends. At any age, playing Do you love rolling those dice to see if you can get a six of a kind? games is healthy for Join us as we get together to play a few rounds of Yahtzee. Coffee the mind and body. will be provided while we play. Free. Registration required. They can keep the JAN 22 Yahtzee Fri 9–11 a.m...... FREE

SENIORS brain active, involve FEB 26 Farkle Fri 9–11 a.m...... FREE social interaction, and MAR 25 LRC Fri 9–11 a.m...... FREE are a good form of entertainment. Don’t Tax Aide Kuehn C.C. forget your pennies Need help filing your federal income taxes? Tax preparation and and a treat to share filing will be provided this spring at Kuehn C.C. in partnership with with the group. Join Active Generations of Sioux Falls. Tax preparers are all IRS-certified us for games such volunteers who will help guide you through the process. Free, but as pinochle, bridge, appointment is required; please call 336-6722. canasta, rummy, FEB 16–APR 13 Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE cribbage, backgammon, Scrabble, bingo, and pokeno—no need to play just one. Free. No registration required. There will be no events Breakfast and Bingo on January 18 or February 15. #333012 Kenny Anderson C.C. JAN 4–MAY 9 Mon 8:30 a.m.–12 noon...... FREE Come enjoy a morning with breakfast and bingo! SFPR will be supplying breakfast for all participants who want to come and enjoy Senior Pinochle Kenny Anderson C.C. bingo or other cards while having the great company of others. SFPR Come and play cards! Gamer’s choice: four-player or five-player. Any will be hosting breakfast, but others are more than welcome to bring way we play, it is sure to be a good time. Hot coffee will be waiting. goodies to share as well! We hope to see you all there for a morning JAN 5–MAY 10 Tue 1–5 p.m...... FREE of fun and card games! APR 7 Thu 9 a.m.–11 a.m...... $8 per person

We aren’t looking to fill positions, we are looking for teammates!

Wages PARKS OPERATIONS DIVISION start at Applications are currently being taken for the following team members: $ 50  Forestry Laborers  Park Maintenance Workers 8 to  Athletic Field Maintenance Workers  Pool Maintenance Workers $ 25  Central Shop Custodial Workers  Building Maintenance Workers  Master Gardeners per12 hour.

Wages RECREATION DIVISION start at Applications are currently being taken for the following team members: $ 25    9 to Playground Leader Weekday Open Gym Pool Head Guard $ 25  Creative Arts Leader  Sand Volleyball  Lifeguard/Instructor  Community Center Leader Supervisor  Group Fitness Instructors per15 hour.  Theater/Youth Band Staff  Pool Manager  Pool Cashier

Return or mail completed application to the Park Office, 100 East Sixth Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57104-5929, phone 605-367-8222. Applications available at the Park Office and www.siouxfalls.org/seasonal-employment.

14 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 Registration closes five FAMILY business days in advance, unless otherwise noted. FA M ILY Snowshoeing 101 #370006 Tuthill House Come learn the ancient technique of traversing through the snowy terrain that people have been using for thousands of years. Program includes basic snowshoeing fundamentals and a snowshoe hike through the back trails of Tuthill. It ends with hot cocoa and marshmallows back at the Tuthill House. Free. Registration required. JAN 23 Sat 1–2:30 p.m...... FREE

Race Like the Pros #333011 Oyate C.C. Get ready for the big race this Sunday by enjoying some races of your own. Kids bring your non-gas-powered remote-controlled cars for an afternoon of racing. There will be different tracks to try out, including a track where you will get to race yourself! FEB 20 Sat 10 a.m.–12 noon...... $10 per family

Half-Way to Grandparents’ Day! #333019 Kenny Anderson C.C. Grandchildren, grab your grandma or grandpa and come celebrate the Summer Activities Fair Best Western Ramkota half-way mark to Grandparents’ Day. Together, you will assemble and 3200 West Maple Street, Washington and Jefferson Rooms decorate a craft toolbox to take home. Multiple grandchildren can The Summer Activities Fair is a great opportunity for families and join their grandparents for this fun afternoon of crafts and goodies. individuals to get information for planning their families’ summer MAR 6 Sun 1–2 p.m...... $10 per class activities, from sports to camps, from arts to recreation. SFPR and dozens of other local nonprofit organizations come together in Indoor Archery this one location for your convenience. For more information, call #390002 Kenny Anderson C.C. 367‑8222. Free. No registration required. Come join The Outdoor Campus and SFPR as we learn all the basics MAR 6 Sun 1–3 p.m...... FREE of archery while using compound bows. From proper technique and stance, to fun shooting challenges, the whole family will enjoy a night of indoor shooting fun! Must be at least 8 years old to shoot. Free. Registration required. APR 7 Thu 6–7:30 p.m...... FREE Join the Parade! Start thinking now about your Mom and Me Art company’s entry for Mayor #333008 Morningside C.C. Huether’s Fourth of July Parade Bring your little one and join us for a fun time to put together a and Picnic. The day will include great piece of artwork that you will cherish for many years to come. This class is intended for moms with their little ones, from newborn a fun run/walk, parade, picnic, to 4 years. entertainment, and so much more. APR 27 Wed 6:30–7:30 p.m...... $8 per class APR 29 Fri 10:30–11:30 a.m...... $8 per class

Free classes on ice fishing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing 4500 South Oxbow Avenue, Sioux Falls www.outdoorcampus.org for the whole family!

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Yappy Hour Spencer Dog Park After a long day at work, come socialize with other dog lovers while the dogs socialize and play with toys and equipment specifically

PETS provided for Yappy Hour. Free. No registration required. MAY 4–25 Wed 6:15–7:15 p.m...... FREE

Dog Off-Leash Areas SFPR has two sites available for dog off-leash areas: • lien Park—Located on the east side of North Cliff Avenue at the Big Sioux River, approximately one-quarter mile north of the Rice Street and Cliff Avenue intersection. Off-street parking is available.

• spencer Park—Located at 3501 South Cliff Avenue by I-229. This is a permanently fenced dog park with off-street parking available. Pet First-Aid Kenny Anderson C.C. #320008 Taught in cooperation with Sioux Falls Animal Control and Rules for usage are posted. Each site has a picnic table, trash the Sioux Falls Humane Society, this class will help you care for receptacle, and plastic bag dispenser for owners to use to pick your pet in the event of a pet-related medical emergency. We will up after their pets. For more information, call 367‑8222. Free. discuss how to respond to, care for, and prevent a pet injury. All ages welcome. Free. Registration required. JAN 25 Mon 6:30–8:30 p.m...... FREE MAR 26 Sat 2–4 p.m...... FREE PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET

Care for Your Street Trees Property owners are responsible for the care and maintenance of street trees located in the boulevard abutting their property—this includes keeping them properly trimmed. A free tree trimming guide and other information about trimming and planting street trees is available at www.siouxfalls.org/forestry 12′ or 16′ (depends on street) Questions? 10′ Park Maintenance Headquarters W. 49th Street and S. Elmwood Avenue, 367-8150 Park Office

CAPRA Accredited E. Sixth Street and N. Phillips Avenue, 367-8222

Aquatics Employment Opportunities Lifeguard/Instructor at $10.25/hour Plus year-end per-hour bonus. Lifeguard training certificate required. Water Safety Instructor at $10.75/hour Plus year-end per-hour bonus. WSI certificate required. Pool Manager $15.25/hour Minimum of four years of responsible supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree desirable.

­Want certification? EmBe offers water certifications. Call 336-3660. 367-8222 www.siouxfalls.org/seasonal-employment

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Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Are you looking for a place to take the family for a hot time at a cool place? Sioux Falls has six beautiful ice rinks around the city. Each ice rink has a warming house, concessions, and skate rentals available. Locations are:  Campus Park 26th Street and Summit Avenue  Memorial Park 26th Street and Sertoma Avenue  Frank Olson Park 16th Street and Grandview Avenue  Sherman Park 15th Street and Kiwanis Avenue  McKennan Park 21st Street and Third Avenue  Tuthill Park South Cliff Avenue, southeast of I-229 Rink Hours of Operation Parents of small children should be Family Park especially aware of weather conditions and Rinks are tentatively scheduled to open WINTER ACTIVITIES OUTDOOR warming house hours before leaving their Friday, December 18, at 4 p.m. Hours for Ice Fishing children at the outdoor rinks when the may change, subject to weather. Family Park is located at West 12th weather conditions are extreme. Children  Monday through Thursday: 4 to 8 p.m. Street and Tea/Ellis Road. This 6 years and younger must be accompanied cooperative between SFPR and S.D. by someone 16 years of age or older.  Friday: 4 to 9 p.m. Game, Fish and Parks is the perfect  Saturday: 1 to 9 p.m. place to fish. Memorial and Sherman  Sunday: 1 to 8 p.m. Hockey Rinks Holiday schedule: Ice Fishing Frenzy Memorial Park Rink and Sherman Park Rink #370004 Family Park are thoroughly updated!  December 21–23: 1 to 9 p.m. This Frosty Frolics weekend event Both are 200’ x 85’ regulation-size ice  December 24: 1 to 4 p.m. is offered in cooperation with The rinks with the light levels up to outdoor Outdoor Campus. Ice fishing poles will hockey lighting standards. The rinks have  December 25: Closed be loaned out on a first-come, first- composite fiberglass dasher boards and  December 26–January 3: 1 to 9 p.m. served basis. All ages welcome. A S.D. concrete floors for year-round use. The rinks fishing license is required for ages accommodate up to amateur play. 16 and older. Free, but registration 6 a.m. to dusk as weather permits. Skate Rental Prices required. Online registration available. Hours: Hours may be subject to change. Date: Saturday, January 9 Youth (ages 2 to 15 years)...... $1.00 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 noon Hockey Rink Locations: • Memorial Park, West 26th Street and Seniors (ages 55 and better)...... $2.00 South Sertoma Avenue Adult (ages 16 to 54 years)...... $3.00 • sherman Park, West 15th Street and Friday Night Special (all ages)...... $1.00 Nordic Ski Trails South Kiwanis Avenue SFPR cross-country ski trails offer a variety of skill levels, scenic wooded areas, and a surefire way to get some exercise. Great Bear Recreation Park and The Outdoor Campus also offer lessons to the beginning Nordic skier. Locations: • spencer Park, I-229 and South Cliff Avenue • Sertoma Park, West 49th Street and Oxbow Avenue • Great Bear Recreation Park, 5901 East Rice Street

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PICKLEBALL BMX BIKE/INLINE/BOARD Sports Organizations Indoor Pickleball Skate Parks in Partnership with SFPR Drop-In Play • Drake Springs Skate Park (12th and Fairfax) Pickleball is an easy racket sport for both • Kuehn Skate Park (Kuehn Park Road off SPORTS beginners and experienced players. It West 41st Street) has similarities to badminton and tennis. Open as weather permits. Hockey and Ice Court dimensions are the same as a double Hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sioux Falls Figure Skating Club..... 271-8897 badminton court, but net height is two Availability of these skate parks in the future Stampede Hockey...... 336-6060 inches lower than for tennis. The court is may be dependent on patrons’ compliance Youth Hockey...... 361-9836 striped like a tennis court; however, it is with SFPR policies. Skate park policies are played with a hard paddle and a polymer, available online at www.siouxfalls.org/parks. Court and Course smaller version of a Wiffleball. Disc Golf...... 553-3298 Dates: January 2–May 11 Horseshoe Throwers...... 332-5622 Day/Time: Pickleball (indoor)...... 215-8717, 367-8222 M, W, F...... 6:30–9 p.m. DISC GOLF Pickleball (outdoor)...... 215-8717 Sat and Sun...... 1–5 p.m. Sioux Falls Tennis Association...... 338-4036 Location: Terry Redlin Elementary, 1721 East Disc Golf at Tuthill Ultimate Frisbee...... 319-481-8514 Austin Street The Tuthill Disc Golf Course is open all winter for your use, with 15 holes available. Tuthill Swimming is located southeast of I-229 and South Seals Swim Team...... 317-403-0948 Cliff Avenue. For information on league and Snowfox Swim Team...... 988-4170 tournament play, call John at 336-5040.

Field and Goals Dakota Alliance Soccer...... 332-5911 HOCKEY Lacrosse...... 759-5659 Sioux Falls Coed Adult Soccer...... 321-9706 Coed Pickleball Year-Round In-line Sioux Falls “Crow” Rugby ...... 916-622-5336 Tournament Junior Football Inc.. 334-3140 #390007 Terry Redlin Elementary Skate/ Rinks Youth Flag Football...... 335-7555 Come take part in our annual coed pickleball Memorial and Sherman hockey rinks offer tournament. Here’s an opportunity to compete ice hockey in the winter and in-line skating against some local Sioux Falls players. Winners hockey on concrete in the warmer months. and Softball The rinks are NHL-size, have night lighting, Adult Coed Softball...... 929-6942 will receive pickleball champ shirts. This is a and are ready for year-round use. Amateur Baseball...... 310-0152 doubles tournament and will be run as a round Coed Church League...... 521-8193 robin with a single elimination tournament to Memorial Hockey Rink Men’s Church League...... 838-8073 follow. For ages 18 and over. Registration and West 26th Street and Sertoma Avenue Men’s Fast-Pitch...... 366-3628 payment due 5 p.m. Friday, March 4. Men’s Slow-Pitch Softball MAR 12 Sat 9 a.m. to completion... $10 per person Sherman Hockey Rink Association...... 929-7859 West 12th Street and Kiwanis Avenue Men’s Slow-Pitch rain-out number... 906-1232 DODGEBALL Hours: 6 a.m. to dusk as weather permits. Sioux Empire Baseball Association... 336-3462 Hours may be subject to change. Sioux Empire Fast-Pitch Softball... 728-1040 Adult Coed ...... 333-0179 Rules: South Dakota High School Softball... 310-6049 Dodgeball League • Skate at your own risk. The in-line hockey Sunday Funday Softball...... 521-5829 Loosen up your arm for a dodging good time! rinks are not supervised. Users assume all Women’s Slow-Pitch...... 201-9704 Round up a team of six and try to be the risks inherent in the use of these facilities. Youth Slow-Pitch Association...... 336-3396 last team left on the court. Season begins Use of these facilities may result in serious in mid-March and will run for eight weeks. injury or death. Regular season winners will be crowned • It is strongly recommended that rink users Other Organizations champions. Players must be 18 and out of wear an approved helmet, knee and elbow Fellowship of Christian Athletes... 335-7555 high school. Six players on the court. Men pads, and wrist guards. Great Bear Recreation Park...... 367-4309 cannot outnumber women on the court. • The hockey rinks are open to in-line Midwest Wrestling Association..... 940-5867 Captains’ Meeting: Wednesday, February 17, skaters and roller skaters only. Minnehaha Archers...... 331-2987 at 6 p.m. in Morningside C.C. • Food and drink are not allowed inside the Outdoor Campus...... 362-2777 League Play: Wednesday nights rink areas. Glass, alcohol, and smoking are Sertoma Butterfly House...... 334-9466 Location: To be announced. prohibited. Sioux Falls People for Youth...... 338-5833 Fee: $50 per team • No stickers, loud music, inappropriate S.D. Game, Fish and Parks...... 362-2700 Registration Deadline: Registration and language or actions, or reckless behavior payment due by 5 p.m. on Sunday, February 28. allowed.

18 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 SPORTS SPORTS Volleyball Summer Sand Frosty Frolics Coed State Invitational Coed Volleyball League Volleyball Tournament Volleyball Tournament Leagues for women’s and coed teams will Adult tourney has three 6-on-6 divisions— This adult tournament is for B Power, A be offered starting May 31. Coed leagues Elite, A Power, and B power. Pool play Power, and Elite teams. Elite will play 4-on- will play Mondays or Thursdays; women’s followed by a single elimination tournament. 4 or 6-on-6. A Power and B Power will play leagues will play Tuesdays. Divisions for rec Date/Time: Saturday, January 23, at 9 a.m. 6-on-6. Tournament format is pool play with and power teams will be offered. Eight-week Locations: MariCar C.C., 400 North Valley single elimination. season plus an optional one-day tournament. View Road and/or Morningside C.C., 2400 Date/Time: Saturday, March 5, at 9 a.m. Organizational Meeting: Monday, May 9, at South Bahnson Avenue. Locations: MariCar and/or Morningside C.C.s 6 p.m. at Morningside C.C. Fee: $60 per team Fee: $60 per team Fee: $75 per team Registration: Registration and payment due Registration Deadline: Registration and Registration Deadline: Registration and by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 8 payment due by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 19. payment due by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 13. LEAGUE DIVISION DEFINITIONS Highly competitive; the top eight to ten teams in Parks and Recreation Team Registration for Elite leagues, or team with players that have strong high school and college Leagues/Tournaments playing experience. • players must be at least 18 years Teams that have very strong experience playing in leagues. Players have old and out of high school. A Power some college playing experience. • Men cannot outnumber women on New teams made of players having high school playing experience or teams the team. B Power that are moving up from recreational level and want to follow strict inter- • sign up online or print the pretation of the rules. registration form located at Recreation Teams with players who have minimal competitive volleyball experience. www.siouxfalls.org/parks. • Teams will not be accepted without registration and payment after deadline. Fantastic Values with Dakota Golf! • schedules will be sent to the team captains via email. • Monthly payment plans! • Prairie Green season passes! Volleyball/Basketball Court RENTALS • Kuehn Park season passes—New value pricing! Looking for a time when your team can • Lower pass rates for golfers under 30! have a practice without interruption? Then the court rentals are made just for your team. The court rental will ensure your team a space for basketball or volleyball play. SPECIALS Best deals before December 31! The cost is $25 per court hour, which Excellent deals before February 10, 2016. is nonrefundable and payable by credit MORE INFO AT WWW.DAKOTAGOLF.COM card at the time the reservation is made. GIFT CERTIFICATES! MariCar C.C. Evening Rentals Gift certificates are a great way to give the gift of golf to your favorite golfer. JAN 5–MAY 10 Tue Thu.6:30–9:30 p.m. Gift certificates can be used at any of the courses for daily golf fees, golf (may be subject to change) passes, merchandise, lessons, or whatever the recipient desires. MariCar C.C. Weekend Rentals PURCHASE OPTIONS JAN 2–May 8 Sat Sun Time slots available: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. • Online at www.DakotaGolf.com • Call 605-367-6076 Call for availability. Evening Rentals—All community centers APR 4–MAY 12 Mon–Thu Call for availability before April 4. 8–10 p.m.

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GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK www.greatbearpark.com

Lessons and Packages KIRBY FAMILY TUBING PARK l Snowsports School Daily Prices Prices and hours subject to change. Enjoy our newly upgraded tubing park! More • Ski lessons are available for all ages and abilities. lanes, more snowmaking, new conveyor lift! • Adaptive ski lessons are available! Please call at least 48 Lift tickets hours in advance of your desired lesson date. Full-Day • For further information or to book lesson reservations, (9 a.m.–10 p.m.).....$26.00 GRIZZLY PARK please contact the Snowsports School at 605-367-6031. Snowboard at the coolest terrain park in Prices Per One-Hour Lesson Half-Day Private...... $30.00 per person (3–10 p.m.)...... $23.00 the region. Semi-Private (2 to 3 students)...... $20.00 per person Kids 5 and under are free Group (4 or more students)...... $12.00 per person with a paid adult. SNOWMAKING/GROOMING l Snowbears Kirby Family Tubing Park Some of the most consistent snow Training in safety and fun for skiers ages 6 to 14 and Weekday Tubing conditions in the Midwest. snowboarders ages 7 to 14. Move through levels at your own (unlimited)...... $9.00 pace. Class sizes are limited, so sign up early. After 8 p.m...... $6.00 Free nature trail Saturday Snowbears Flex Program Weekends/School Holidays and groomed cross-country ski trails. Choose your three Saturday mornings, January 2 through Morning (9–12)...... $12.00 January 30, from 9 to 11 a.m. Afternoon (12–5).... $17.00 3-Lesson Package...... $119.00 with Rental...... $139.00 Evening (5–9:45)....$12.00 Hours Thursday Snowbears All Day (unlimited)...$20.00 • Weekdays from 3 to 10 p.m. Thursday afternoons, January 7 through January 21. 3-Lesson Package...... $109.00 with Rental...... $119.00 Kids 5 and under are free • Weekends and Sioux Falls public school vacation with a paid adult. days from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. l Snow Explorers Season Passes and • Park hours are subject to change. Special introductory ski skills and safety program for ages 4–5. Punch Cards December 28 through 31, from 9 to 11 a.m. Space is limited. See our website for details on Register by December 20. Includes rentals and snack. how to save. Contact All students...... $99.00 Information Line...... 605-367-4309 l Five-Dollar Fifth Grade Fridays Group Reservations...... 605-367-7317 Visit our website for more information. Snowsports School...... 605-367-6031 Two’fer Tubing Lodge Rental...... 605-367-7317 l January is ‘Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month’ Tuesdays Every Sunday morning in January is Learn to Ski and Every Tuesday, buy one Snowboard day at Great Bear. Join us for a group beginner regularly priced tube Location lesson (including lift ticket and equipment based on ticket, get one free. Great Bear Recreation Park is located on Rice Street availability) each Sunday morning for only $20.00. (Free ticket to be used at (Brandon Road), two miles east of I-229. If traveling Registration begins at 9 a.m. Lesson starts at 10 a.m. sharp! time of purchase.) I-229, take Exit 7. This offer is limited to winter enthusiasts ages 14 years and over. Visit www.greatbearpark.com for further details. WWW.GREATBEARPARK.COM

20 www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 Reserve space now for your special event! The Arboretum has indoor and outdoor space for weddings, reunions, anniversaries, company outings, etc. Enjoy our nature trails. Open year-round from dawn until dusk. Arbor Day Friday, April 29, at 1:30 p.m. 1900 South Perry Place Springtime North of Arrowhead Park in the Country 605-367-4414 Saturday, May 7, [email protected] from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.maryjowegnerarboretum.com

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Join us for the Summer Activities Fair—a citywide preview of summer programs offered in our community.

• Information on the new Midco® Aquatic Center Sunday, March 6 • SFPR Swim Pass Sale Information • SFPR Swimming Lesson Registration Information 1 to 3 p.m. Best Western Ramkota Learn more about: • SFPR Summer Camps 3200 West Maple Street • SFPR Aquatics Activities & Special Events • SFPR Sports Activities • SFPR Fitness Activities • SFPR Adaptive Activities • Concert Series • Storyland Children’s Theater • Youth Band & Summer Singers • Greenway • And much more from our many partners throughout the community

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Coming in spring 2016: watch for all of the information you'll need to know about aquatics programming, including hours of operation, opening dates, rates, passes, and more! siouxfalls.org/Parks www.siouxfalls.org/parks • 367-8222 • Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Winter and Spring Activities Guide 2015–2016 23 PRSRT STD US Postage PAID Permit #1148 Sioux Falls, SD Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation 100 East Sixth Street ECRWSS Sioux Falls, SD 57104

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Online registration opens December 14! www.siouxfalls.org/parks This Guide contains activities through mid-May 2016. Find a Park: Keep this siouxfalls.org/public-parks for future reference! Reserve a Shelter: siouxfalls.org/shelter-reservations

Reserve a Wedding Location: siouxfalls.org/weddings

Apply for a Citywide Special Event siouxfalls.org/specialevents

Find a Community Center: siouxfalls.org/community-centers

Register for a Parks and Recreation Activity: register.siouxfallsparks.org

Find the SFPR Activities Calendar: siouxfalls.org/parks-calendar

@siouxfallsparks The Guide is also online at youtube.com/cityofsiouxfalls /siouxfallsparks www.siouxfalls.org/parks in interactive digital reader and Acrobat formats. 605-367-8222

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