929 North 4 th Street Mankato, MN 56001 507-387-5122 info@mankatoleep.org www.mankatoleep.org August 2014 A Note from the Director, Mandy Hunecke August is full of a lot of fun for our friends at LEEP! One thing I think a lot of people will be very excited about is the 1 st ever Vikings Training Camp Reporting class. In this class Vikings fans will not only get to attend camp 4 times, they will learn how to become actual football scouts complete with creating recommendations for their picks for players! One of our favorite State tournaments also take place this month up in Woodbury, MN the weekend of August 16-17. If you have a chance I would highly recommend attending some of the competitions in support of our hardworking athletes. They have put in a long summer of practices and cannot wait to show what they can do. Fall Elegance is just around the corner and if you haven t already received your invitation they are on their way. LEEP will be hosting this event on Saturday, September 20 th and we are very excited to share the night with each of you. It is an event we look forward to every year. Hope you will join us! 16 th Annual Fall Elegance Dinner and Dance Saturday, September 20, 2014 The Fall Elegance Dinner and Dance is a formal event held annually to honor the contributions that people with disabilities make to our greater Mankato Community. It is a popular event with over 725 individuals in attendance last year. The evening consists of a social hour, dinner, entertainment and dance along with extras such as our photo booth and raffle prizes. All LEEP members will be receiving invitations very soon. The event is open to anyone interested however, you must register in advance. Reservations will only be accepted by returning the payment and RSVP included with the invitation. (Payments for staff must also be included) Please return your RSVP to save your spot as soon as possible because space is limited. Phone registration is not permitted. NEW THIS YEAR! LEEP will be able to process online registration and credit card payments (minimal fee). Please watch your mail for more information included in the invitation. Helpful hints: RSVP s are due by Friday, August 29 and no late RSVP s will be accepted. Tables of 7 will not be accommodated and may result in groups being split. Tables of 1-6 or a full table of 8 are preferred. This event is a semi- formal event and staff is asked to dress accordingly. One professional photo per person will be allowed for the event. Your help with these details will ensure the night will be an evening to remember. Mark your calendars now, you don t want to miss the event of the year!!! LEEP Outdoor Dance Join us for another outdoor dance. The August dance will be at the Courtyard Marriott and we will enjoy the beautiful summer weather with a night under the stars! Jersey Party Dance Wear your favorite team s jersey for a fun night at the Courtyard Marriot! Thursday, August 7 $7 per person 7-9pm Courtyard Marriott 901 Raintree Road, Mankato Enter North side of building, facing Hwy 14 Beverages will be on sale for $2.00 Don t Miss Out! Toby Keith Concert One of country music s biggest stars is coming to the Minnesota State Fair and LEEP got tickets! Join us as we see Toby Keith and opening act Colt Ford live in concert. More info on page 5. Date: Thursday, August 21st Meet at LEEP: 4:00pm Drop-Off: 12:00-12:30am Cost: $125 Limit: 6
Special Olympics Information Every athlete must have a current Special Olympics Release Form on file before participating in a sport. These forms require a doctor s signature and could take time to complete, so if you are in question as to whether you have this form completed, please call LEEP at 387-5122 and we can verify it for you. This form must be updated every three years. All athletes must be a member of LEEP before participating in any LEEP activities. After the athletes have registered for their sports, LEEP will mail out specific information regarding practice times, tournament dates, what to wear, etc. Special Olympics is available for anyone over the age of 8 years. LEEP will attempt to place younger athletes together. Special Olympics Summer Tournaments Informational letters for tournaments will be sent home with athletes in the specific sport. Please make sure you fill out the RSVP slips and return them to your coach before the due date listed on the form. Payments for these events are due on the day before the tournament. Without an RSVP you will not be able to compete. Saturday, August 2 nd Saturday, August 16- Sunday, August 17 Sunday, August 17 Regional Softball Tournament - Waconia, MN State Softball and Bocce Tournaments - Woodbury, MN State Golf Tournament Oakdale, MN Not all Athletes are eligible! Athletes who qualify will be given letters at practice. If you have any questions, please call Nick at LEEP 507-387-5122 or email him at specialolympics@mankatoleep.org Unified Flag Football This will be LEEP s fourth year participating in Special Olympics MN Flag Football program. This is a non-contact sport and is open to anyone over the age of 8. The Unified Flag Football season combines athletes with and without disabilities to compete on the same team. By participating together, athletes and Unified Partners improve their physical fitness, sharpen their skills, challenge the competition, and overcome prejudices about intellectual disabilities. We will engage in football specific drills, developing plays, and strengthening teamwork throughout the entire season! Days: Thursdays, August 21 October 26, 2014 Time: 4:30-5:30pm Limit: 27 Athletes Location: Erlandson Park, Mankato (E Main Street/ Victory Drive) Cost/Transportation: $40 without transportation $65 with one-way transportation $90 with two-way transportation *Price Includes: Facility Rental, Coaching Staff, Sports Fees, Uniform and Area Tournament fee* Uniforms: Flag Football Shirts will be required for competition. Special Olympics Bowling Get ready for some strikes, good friends and fun memories, because it is time once again for Bowling! This year, our Special Olympics Bowling program will again be separate from our LEEP League bowling program. This means that Special Olympic Bowlers must have current Athlete Participation/Physical Form on file at LEEP. These forms must be updated every three years and do require a physician s signature. Athletes will not be allowed to participate in the program or competitions without an updated form. Days: Wednesdays, September 3 November 12, 2014 Time: 4:30-5:50pm Limit: 72 Athletes Location: Wow! Zone (2030 Adams St) Behind Hilltop Hy-Vee Cost/Transportation: $55 without transportation $80 with one-way transportation $105 with two-way transportation *Price Includes: Facility Rental, Coaching Staff, Sports Fees, Uniform and Area Tournament fee* (Pick up for bowling will be at MRCI at 4:00 p.m. and Cherry Street Bus Stop at 4:10 p.m. only. Drop off for Mankato residents only will be at their individual homes.) Uniforms: Bowling Shirts will be required for competition. UPCOMING Special Olympic Sports Over an 11 week sport season, two-way transportation provided by LEEP is only $4.55 a practice! If you have any questions please contact Nick, LEEP Special Olympics Coordinator, at 507-387-5122 or specialolympics@mankatoleep.org 2
Night Activities Join LEEP Monday through Friday for Night Activities! These are loosely structured activities in the evenings, designed to fit our members wants and needs. For the summer, each Night Activity is only $3! Tip: Watch for the for unique Starry Night activities! Monday, August 4: BINGO at MRCI: Come to MRCI for a night of BINGO. 6:30-8:00pm Limit: 60 Tuesday, August 5: Movie Tuesday: Comedy movie night at LEEP. 6:30-8:30pm Limit: 50 Wednesday, August 6: Tote Bag Decorating: Come to LEEP to design your own tote bag perfect for your personal style! Limit: 20 Friday, August 8: Birthday Bash: Bring your friends and celebrate all August birthdays! Limit: 35 Monday, August 11: Spa Night: Come for a night of relaxation including aromatherapy and massages. Limit: 35 Tuesday, August 12: Movie Tuesday: Thriller Movie Night at LEEP. 6:30-8:30pm Limit: 50 Wednesday, August 13: Game Night: Come to LEEP for your favorite Wii games, board games, and card games! Limit: 25 Thursday, August 14: Karaoke: Join LEEP and jam to your favorite tunes! Limit: 35 Friday, August 15: Yard Games at Tourtellotte Park: Meet us at Tourtellotte Park for a beautiful night outside and your favorite yard games including bags, volleyball and more! Limit: 35 Monday, August 18: Therapy Dogs and Ice Cream Social at United Hilltop Church: Join LEEP as we meet at United Hilltop Church (108 S Manitou Dr) to see all the dogs. We will be able to interact with the dogs and enjoy a yummy ice cream treat. 6:30-8:00 pm Limit: 35 Tuesday, August 19: Movie Tuesday: Come to LEEP and watch Finding Nemo. 6:30-8:30pm Limit: 20 Wednesday, August 20: Guy s Night: Grab your buddies and come over to LEEP. We will have root beer, sports, and video games! *This is a guys only event! 6:30-8:00pm Limit: 35 Friday, August 22: BINGO: Head over to LEEP for a fun night of BINGO! 6:30-8:00pm Limit: 35 Monday, August 25: Karaoke: Come to LEEP for round 2 of karaoke! 6:30-8:00pm Limit: 35 Wednesday, August 27: Ladies Night: Ladies come to LEEP for a night of manicures and a romantic movie. *This is a girls only event! 6:30-8:30pm Limit: 35 Thursday, August 28: Beading and Jewelry Making: Come make your favorite bracelet or necklace. All supplies provided by LEEP. Limit: 50 3
Classes Monday and Friday- Vikings Scouting Report Class LEEP is offering a brand new class this August! We will be traveling to the Vikings Training Camp in Mankato to scout out the new 2014 team! We will visit training camp, watch practice, and try to score some autographs! Each practice we will be scouting different players on the team. Our goal is to find out who will be the starters for the Vikings next fall! You don t want to miss out on this fun, new class! This class will be held on Mondays and Fridays during August. Meet LEEP outside the Vikings Locker Room store each class. *Cost of class includes staffing and supplies. Dates: Friday, August 1; Monday, August 4; Friday, August 8; and Monday, August 11 Location: Blakeslee Stadium (Meet outside Vikings Locker Room store) Time: 4:30 5:30pm Limit: 10 Cost: $20 No Transportation $30 One Way Transportation $40 Two Way Transportation Ready to Register? We have 3 Options Available: Website: www.mankatoleep.org Phone: 507-387-5122 E-mail: info@mankatoleep.org Tuesday- Cool Treats Class Cool off from this heat with some cool treats! LEEP will be making some delicious ice cream treats this month at LEEP. Together we will make ice cream sandwiches, ice cream tacos, and fruit smoothies. This is a fun and easy class that everyone will enjoy! Bring your friends and come to LEEP for some cool treats! There is no transportation offered for this class. *Cost of class includes staffing and supplies. Dates: Tuesday August 5, 12, and 19 Location: LEEP Rec Center Time: Limit: 10 Cost: $20.00 No Transportation Offered Coming in September: Kickball League Back again in September is our Fall Kickball League! This league will require participants to get up and moving and will work on team building skills. Each night participants will play 1-2 games each evening and will enjoy playing in the league just for kicks. Space is limited register now! Dates: Tuesdays September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 Time: Location: Jaycee Fields Limit: 30 Cost: $15 No Transportation $25 One Way Transportation $35 Two Way Transportation Day Program Monday, August 4- Coffee Club: Join us McDonald s on Madison for ice cream. Cost: $3 Monday, August 11- Coffee Club: This week we will meet at Dairy Queen in the River Hills Mall (Meet at JCPenney entrance) for a treat and coloring. Cost: $3 Monday, August 18- Coffee Club: We will meet at Burger King on Riverfront for coffee and cards! Cost: $3 Monday, August 25- Coffee Club: We will meet at Mankato s famous Mom and Pop s for ice cream and puzzles. Cost: $4 LEEP s Day Program focuses on weekly social activities geared toward retiring/retirement-aged participants. The group meets: Mondays from 1:30 pm-2:30pm Ready to Register? We have 3 Options Available: Website: www.mankatoleep.org Phone: 507-387-5122 E-mail: info@mankatoleep.org 4
Special Events Ribfest Friday, August 1 LEEP will be going to Mankato s 17 th Annual Ribfest. We will enjoy the live band G.B. Leighton and enjoy delicious vendors and award-winning ribs! You don t want to miss out on this fun Mankato tradition! Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen. *Cost of event includes: admission ticket, 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 6:00pm Drop-Off: 9:30-10pm Cost: $40 Limit: 10 Vikings Training Camp- Family Football Day Saturday, August 2 Calling all Minnesota Vikings fans! We will be going to watch the Vikings at their annual training camp. The Vikings will practice right in front of us. After practice is over, the players will introduce themselves and we will enjoy a spectacular fireworks show! Before we head to practice, we will enjoy a delicious meal at Pub 500 in downtown Mankato. *Cost of event includes: 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 5:00pm Drop-Off: 10:00-10:30pm Cost: $35 Limit: 10 Mall of America and Rainforest Café Sunday, August 3 Join LEEP as we travel to the Mall of America. We walk around the mall and do some shopping at the biggest mall in America. After we shop, we will enjoy a meal at the famous Rainforest Café. Bring your friends and sign up for this fun event! *Cost of event includes: 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 1:30pm Drop-Off: 8:00-8:30pm Cost: $75 Limit: 10 Brown County Fair Saturday, August 9 We will be headed to New Ulm for the Brown County Fair. We will catch the Amazing Hoopsters Hula Hoop show, enjoy live music, and see lots of exhibits and animals! After our day at the fair, we will stop and eat at Happy Joe s Pizza in New Ulm. Make sure to bring comfortable shoes and sunscreen. *Cost of event includes: 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 12:00pm Drop-Off: 7:00-7:30pm Cost: $40 Limit: 10 Toby Keith Concert at the State Fair Thursday, August 21 One of country music s biggest stars is coming to the Minnesota State Fair and LEEP got tickets! Join us as we see Toby Keith and opening act Colt Ford live in concert. Featuring hits include, Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue and Red Solo Cup. LEEP only has limited tickets, so hurry up and register today! *Cost of event includes: admission ticket, 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 4:00pm Drop-Off: 12:00-12:30am Cost: $125 Limit: 6 State Fair Midway Night: Games and Rides Saturday, August 23 LEEP will travel to the state fair to take in the carnival rides and fair games. We will visit the fair to enjoy the rides, tour the fairgrounds, and enjoy some fair food together. *Cost of event includes: admission ticket, ride tickets, 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 3:00pm Drop-Off: 9:30-10:00pm Cost: $110 Limit: 10 State Fair Daytime Trip Sunday, August 24 Join LEEP for a daytime trip at the State Fair. We will tour all the buildings, eat great fair good, and take in all the wonderful sights and smells. This trip is for those who do not care to ride the rides or play games. Get ready for a fun day at the fair! Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes! *Cost of event includes: admission ticket, 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 8:30am Drop-Off: 5:00-5:30pm Cost: $90 Limit: 10 2-Fer Tuesday Tuesday, August 26 Join LEEP for a dinner and a movie. This month we will enjoy the buffet at The Pizza Ranch in Mankato and then head to a local movie theatre for a PG-13 film. *Cost of event includes: admission ticket, 1 meal, staffing, and event and drop-off transportation. Meet at LEEP: 5:30pm Drop-Off: 9:30-10:00pm Cost: $40 Limit: 10 Ready to Register? We have 3 Options Available: Website: www.mankatoleep.org Phone: 507-387-5122 E-mail: info@mankatoleep.org LEEP provides pick-up service to participants who live in Mankato/North Mankato city limits for an additional $7.00 per ride. Please specify at time of registration if this service is needed. Pick up will be ½ an hour before the actual event time. 5
LEEP Registration Checklist August 2014 For your convenience, LEEP has included this checklist to assist with registration and to make the payment process easier. Please include payment for transportation. If you would like to include a copy with pre-payments, this will hopefully eliminate any confusion. Thanks! X Code Date Event Fee X Code Dates Event Fee CL July-Aug Swimming League $35/$45/$55 NA 8/11 Spa Night $3 CL Aug Vikings Scouting Report $20/$30/$40 NA 8/12 Movie Tuesday $3 CL Aug Cool Treats Class $20 NA 8/13 Game Night $3 DP 8/4 Coffee Club: McDonald s $3 NA 8/14 Karaoke $3 DP 8/11 Coffee Club: Dairy Queen-River Hills Mall $3 NA 8/15 Yard Games at Tourtellotte Park $3 DP 8/18 Coffee Club: Burger King $3 NA 8/18 Therapy Dogs $3 DP 8/25 Coffee Club: Mom and Pop s $4 NA 8/19 Movie Tuesday $3 SE 8/1 Ribfest $40/$47 NA 8/20 Guy s Night $3 SE 8/2 Vikings Training Camp $35/$42 NA 8/22 BINGO at LEEP $3 SE 8/3 Mall of America and Rainforest Café $75/$82 NA 8/25 Karaoke $3 SE 8/9 Brown County Fair $40/$47 NA 8/27 Ladies Night $3 SE 8/21 Toby Keith Concert $125/$132 NA 8/28 Beading and Jewelry Making $3 SE 8/23 State Fair Midway Night $110/$117 DANCE 8/7 LEEP Dance $7 SE 8/24 State Fair Daytime Trip $90/$97 SO August Flag Football $40/$65/$90 SE 8/26 2-Fer Tuesday $40 SO Sept- Nov Bowling $55/$80/$105 NA 8/4 BINGO at MRCI $3 LL Sept Kickball League $15/$25/$35 NA 8/5 Movie Tuesday $3 LEEP 2014 Membership $30 NA 8/6 Tote Bag Decorating $3 Donation NA 8/8 Birthday Bash $3 Reminder All fees must be paid by the date of the event or $5 late fee will be added. Please call LEEP if you need financial assistance or to establish a payment plan. *Credit card payments are now accepted with a minimal processing fee. Total Owed: Total Credits: Total Payment: 6
LEEP Calendar August 2014 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 CL: Vikings SE: Vikings Training Camp 5:00-10:30pm SE: Ribfest 6:00-9:30pm Regional Softball Tournament 3 SE: Mall of America and Rainforest Café 1:30-8:00pm 4 DP: McDonald s 1:30-2:30pm CL: Vikings SO: Bocce Ball NA: BINGO at MRCI 6:30-8pm 5 CL: Cool Treats SO: Golf 4:30-6:00pm NA: Movie Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm 6 SO: Softball NA: Tote Bag Decorating 7 CL: Swim League 5:30-6:30pm LEEP Dance Courtyard by Marriot 7-9pm 8 CL: Vikings NA: Birthday Bash 9 SE: Brown County Fair 12:00-7:00pm 10 11 DP: Dairy Queen 1:30-2:30pm CL: Vikings SO: Bocce Ball NA: Spa Night Advisory Council 6-6:30pm 12 CL: Cool Treats SO: Golf 4:30-6:00pm NA: Movie Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm 13 SO: Softball NA: Game Night 14 CL: Swim League 5:30-6:30pm NA: Karaoke 15 NA: Yard Games at Tourtellotte Park 16 Special Olympics State Tournament 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Special Olympics State Tournament DP: Burger King 1:30-2:30pm CL: Cool Treats SE: Toby Keith Concert 4:00pm-12:00am SE: State Fair Midway Trip 3:00-9:30pm NA: Therapy Dogs 6:30-8:00pm NA: Movie Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm NA: Guy s Night 6:30-8pm SO: Flag Football NA: BINGO 6:30-8pm 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 SE: State Fair Daytime Trip 8:30-5:00pm DP: Mom and Pop s 1:30-2:30pm NA: Karaoke 6:30-8pm SE: 2-fer Tuesday 5:30-9:30pm NA: Ladies Night 6:30-8:30pm SO: Flag Football NA: Beading and Jewelry Making 31 1 Happy Labor Day! LEEP Office Closed 7
929 North 4th Street Mankato, MN 56001 Return Service Requested Non-Profit Organization US POSTAGE PAID Mankato, MN 56001 Permit #300 Volunteer of the Month Malyssa Oblander Malyssa is a Special Olympics Track and Field coach with LEEP, and this is her first season. Malyssa has shown great enthusiasm and support for our athletes. She is currently working as the Americorps VISTA for the Connecting Kids program in Mankato. My favorite part of volunteering with LEEP is the unique and vibrant personalities of our athletes. They are 100% themselves, and I'm so glad to work with a staff that creates an environment where people can feel safe and free to be themselves. -Malyssa LEEP Advisory Council The LEEP Advisory Council meets once a month to discuss fundraising to lower program fees, new ideas for LEEP activities, and much more! Join us in the LEEP board room and share your fantastic ideas. Our Next Meeting: Date: Monday, August 11 Time: 6:00-6:30 pm Want to join us? Contact Cate at 507-387-5122 or email outreach@mankatoleep.org for more information! Worried about a program or practice cancellation? Call our Cancellation Line and listen to the message! 507-387-9996