Preschool/Youth Activities

Preschool/Youth Activities MINI PASSPORT TO ADVENTURE The cities of Crystal, New Hope and Robbinsdale have joined together to offer preschoolers 3-5 years (must be 3 by January 1, 2010) a wonderful adventure. Each class will be packed with games, crafts, projects and making new friends. All classes will meet at the Crystal Community Center. Pre-registration required; space is limited. Note: These classes are not parent child. Fee: $8/class residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $11/class non-residents DINOSAUR DISCOVERY Journey back to the age of the dinosaurs. Search for bones, make your own dinosaur, read a story and have a dino-mite time! Register by June 29. Session 1 (Activity 5942): Tuesday, July 6... 5:30-6:30 pm Session 2 (Activity 5943): Tuesday, July 6... 6:45-7:45 pm ZANY ZOO Zoom on over for an exciting adventure as we discover animals that swim, hop, waddle and run. This zany zoo adventure will include games, a craft and other animal antics. Register by July 6. Session 1 (Activity 5944): Tuesday, July 13... 5:30-6:30 pm Session 2 (Activity 5945): Tuesday, July 13... 6:45-7:45 pm MESSY FINGERS Join us for an ooey-gooey good time. We ll have fun exploring the wonderful world of paint, glitter and glue. Make sure to wear old clothes. Register by July 13. Session 1 (Activity 5946): Tuesday, July 20...5:30-6:30 pm Session 2 (Activity 5947): Tuesday, July 20...6:45-7:45 pm PAJAMA PARTY Wear your favorite pair of jammies as we shake our sillies out, and enjoy a bedtime story and snack. Special stuffed animals are welcome to join you. Register by July 20. Session 1 (Activity 5948): Tuesday, July 27...5:30-6:30 pm Session 2 (Activity 5949): Tuesday, July 27... 6:45-7:45 pm AMERICAN IDOL PARTY (Activity 5835) Youth ages 6-11, be a Pop Star this Spring Break. Come dressed in your funkiest fashion to bring the house down. Once Upon a Star will rock you out with a rainbow glitter hair style, sparkly fingernails, dazzling eye jewels and a glitter tattoo. Bring your singing voice to try out the mic to some of your favorite hits! Register by March 27. Monday, April 5...1:00-2:30 pm Fee: $15 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $21 non-residents MOM AND ME SPA DAY (Activity 5937) Youth ages 9-15 you and your mom will enjoy this Spa experience. Your Once Upon A Star pampering includes: Paraffin Hand Wax, Express Manicure, Express Pedicure, Face Cleanse, Mask & Conditioning! We ll discuss the importance of great skin care and stress relief. Guests will also be treated to a soft hair up do (with tips for doing at home) and a take-home spa treasure! Register by April 23. Saturday, May 1...1:15-3:15 pm Fee: $36/pair residents of Crystal, Golden Valley $42/pair non-residents SPRING MAKE AND TAKE (Activity 5833) Spend some quality time with your children ages 3-15 making crafts that will flourish. We will be springing ahead with kites, birds and butterflies at this colorful make and take. There will be ten craft stations to explore. Instructor: Nancy Gagner. Register by April 26. Monday, May 3...6:00-7:00 pm Fee: $5 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $8 non-residents GARDENING GURUS (Activity 5929) Youth 6-12 years old get out your green thumbs, we will be making a little grass house that you can enjoy all summer long. We will also make some garden decorations to add charm and beauty to any garden (would also make a great gift for mom). Register by April 30. Saturday, May 8...9:30-11:30 am Fee: $13 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $19 non-residents 15

KID SMART (Activity 5973) How should you react when approached by a harmful stranger or the local bully? Master Malone, a martial arts expert, teaches youth how to respond quickly to no win situations. Participants, ages 5-12, will learn how to take action (including how to get out of holds and what to say) and how to show the confidence needed to take control of the situation. Kids should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. A parent may attend for no additional cost. Register by April 27. Tuesday, May 4...6:00-8:00 pm Location: New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave. N. Fee: $37 residents of Crystal, New Hope $43 non-residents (a parent may attend at no additional cost) SUMMER BLAST Youth 7-12 come out and play with us and have a blast this summer as you discover all the fun we have planned. Themed weeks will guide us through the best 6 weeks of summer. Themes will include: Campout Jamboree, Holiday Hoopla and Silly Sports Challenge to name a few. All activities will be supervised by trained staff. Program meets June 21-July 29, program will not meet July 5. Register by June 11. Mondays and Wednesdays... 1:00-4:00 pm Location: Welcome (Activity 5982) Tuesdays and Thursdays... 1:00-4:00 pm Location: Lions Valley (Activity 5981) Fee: $10 residents $16 non-residents INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUNDS Reach for Resources provides inclusion facilitators for children with disabilities who would like to participate in our recreation programs. After registering for a program, contact Reach for Resources to discuss the needs/accommodations for yourself or your child. We require a minimum of two weeks notice for a successful inclusion. MUSKETEERS FENCING CLASS (Activity 6055) Youth ages 6-9 will learn real fencing skills while having fun in our special Musketeers fencing class. This program, provided by MN Sword Play, will introduce children to the fundamentals of fencing. With an emphasis on skill building, concentration, self discipline and fun, these classes are designed to enhance motor skill, social and perceptual growth by teaching safe, age-appropriate foil fencing skills to each child. All equipment is provided. Note: Friday will include a mini-competition and will run from 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Register by June 28. Tuesday-Friday, July 6-9... 10:30-11:30 am Location: New Hope Community Gyms, 8230 47th Ave. N. Fee: $63 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $69 non-residents Science Explorer Camps SUPER SCIENCE SAMPLER (Activity 5974) Youth in grades 1-5 (entering) become a science explorer and discover three different science topics. Learn about chemistry through the science of bubbles. Investigate the world of physics as you learn about momentum and energy. Then we will explore nature as we learn about biology. Each class is filled with exciting experiments and projects that you will take home. Register by June 7. Tuesday-Thursday, June 15-17...12:30-2:30 pm Location: New Hope Ice Arena, 4949 Louisiana Ave. N. Fee: $44 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $50 non-residents SHOCKING ELECTRICAL SCIENCE (Activity 5984) In Electrifying Science youth Grades 2-6 (entering) will be learning all about electricity and the flow of electrons. Construct electrical circuits using wires, batteries, motors, buzzers, lemons and more. Test everyday items to decide if they are conductors or insulators. Then build battery-powered gadgets, including an electromagnet, to take home. Register by August 13. Monday-Thursday, August 23-26...12:30-2:30 pm Location: New Hope Ice Arena community room 4949 Louisiana Ave. N. Fee: $58 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $64 non-residents ROCKETS AND AERODYNAMICS (Activity 5985) Youth in Grades 2-6 (entering) join Science Explorers as we accelerate through rockets and aerodynamics. Learn about the history of flight as we experiment with Bernoulli s Principle. Investigate aerodynamics as you design, build and fly your own flying machine and paper airplanes. Lastly, if the weather and wind permit, you will build and launch your own rocket. Register by August 20. Monday-Thursday, August 30-September 2...9:30-11:30 am Location: Northwood Park, 38th & Boone, New Hope Fee: $62 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $68 non-residents 16

OUTDOOR SKILLS AND THRILLS Youth ages 10-14, are you looking for an outdoor adventure? We ve got just the camps for you! These camps will give you the chance to experience the great outdoors. Instructional staff is provided by Three Rivers Park District. Parents must provide transportation to and from French Regional Park. Make sure to indicate the session you are registering for. Where: French Regional Park, Visitor Center, 12605 County Road 9 Note: Resident rate is for residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale Session 1: Fishing (Activity 5975) Enjoy the art of fishing. Participants will learn fishing safety, proper casting and bait selection. Our group will fish for sun fish, crappies and bass. Register by May 28. Monday, June 14... 9:30-11:30 am Fee: $10 resident $16 non-resident Session 2: Canoeing (Activity 5976) Join us as we canoe across Medicine Lake while learning proper paddling strokes including how to steer, go straight and get in and out of a canoe. Register by May 28. Wednesday, June 16... 9:30-11:30 am Fee: $13 resident $19 non-resident Session 3: Archery (Activity 5977) Try a new skill learn archery techniques using compound bows and practice from both ground level and elevated platforms. Register by July 30. Monday, August 16... 9:30-11:30 am Fee: $10 resident $16 non-resident Session 4: Ancient Survival Skills (Activity 5978) Discover outdoor survival skills that once linked all ancient people around the world. Throw spears using atl-atls, Register by July 30. Wednesday, August 18... 9:30-11:30 am Fee: $10 resident $16 non-resident SKATEBOARD CLINIC (Activity 5983) This camp is intended for kids ages 6-12 of all abilities to learn skateboarding in a fun and safe environment. Whether you are just learning, ready to learn more advanced tricks, Sports Unlimited Skateboarding camp is for you. Individual skills/ tricks taught: balance, stopping, turning, ollie, nollie, heelflip and kickflips. Skateboard and helmet required. Recommended: knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards (all recommended gear available at no charge if you don t have your own). Bring water bottle, snack, sunscreen and a great attitude! Staff to camper ratio 8:1. All campers receive a Sports Unlimited waterbottle and sportsmanship award. Register by June 18. Monday-Thursday, June 28-July 1... 9:00 am-noon Location: Crystal Skate Park Fee: $77 residents $83 non-residents TREASURE BOX SURPRISE (Activity 5934) Homeward Bound Theater has a surprise for youth ages 6-10. Each day we will open our treasure chest and make a new discovery that will lead us on an adventure in acting and imagination. Register by July 2. Tuesday-Thursday, July 13-15...9:30-11:00 am Fee: $33 residents of Crystal, New Hope $39 non-residents CIRCUS ARTS WORKSHOP (Activity 5939) The time will fly by while youth ages 11-15 enjoy this unique workshop. Participants will have a hands-on experience in clowning and other circus arts. Develop a clown character, movement, mime, comic timing and acting skits. Juggling, make-up, costuming and prop construction will also be included. Put together your own costume and bring it along. There will be performance at the end of the last class. Register by July 30. Monday-Tuesday, August 9-10...1:00-4:00 pm Fee: $46 residents of Crystal, New Hope $52 non-residents 17

Kidcreate Studio Classes WEBKINZ WORLD (Activity 5932) Youth ages 5-12 here is your chance to pamper their favorite plush pal! From a diorama of their home, to a cozy bed, we will create everything their critter needs to live in a wonderful Webkinz world! Bring your pal to class. Register by July 28. Thursday, August 5...1:30-3:30 pm Fee: $18 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $24 non-residents STAR WARS (Activity 5936) Young Jedi ages 5-12, Obi Wan Kenobi and Anakin would be proud of the Star Wars masterpiece you will create at this class! Leave the light saber at home, glow in the dark paint will be our weapon of choice. May the force be with you! Register by August 11. Thursday, August 19...9:30-11:30 am Fee: $16 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $22 non-residents SWEET TREATS (Activity 5935) Artist ages 5-12 indulge your sweet tooth without worry of tooth decay. We ll be creating, not eating, some very delicious art. We will use air dry clay and brightly colored paint! Register by August 11. Thursday, August 19...1:30-3:00 pm Fee: $13 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $19 non-residents PAINTING YOUR WORLD (Activity 5931) Youth ages 8-12 are you ready to find the artist in you? Through the use of various painting techniques, you will learn about different painting styles such as Modern, Mondrian, Impressionism and more while creating your own special piece of art. Small projects and technique drills are completed as you have fun creating paintings to take home and display. All necessary supplies are included. Instructor is Joan West Talbot from Robbinsdale Area School District. Register by July 9. Friday, July 9...9:30 am-noon Fee: $22 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $28 non-residents ART ADVENTURES (Activity 5930) Youth ages 8-12 join this class and explore the art of creating sculptures using a variety of objects and different techniques. Will also use different cultural styles like Aborigninal and Oaxacan. Have fun expressing your creativity while building unique structures. All necessary supplies are included. Instructor is Joan West Talbot from Robbinsdale Area School District Register by July 16. Friday, July 23...9:30 am-noon Fee: $22 residents of Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale $28 non-residents SLEEP OVER BAG (Activity 5928) Youth ages 6-12, rock your next slumber party, with the coolest sleep over bag. This bag will be personalized with your very own style and has a sturdy drawstring added for easy carrying and storage. Embellishments can include name in fabric as well as ribbon, fringe and any other cool ideas you have. Bring a pillow case to be transformed into a work of art to be used for years to come. Makes a great gift, too! Instructor recommends either a solid color or a small repeating print, but not a picture on the pillow case because there is not as much room for creativity. Register by July 26. Tuesday, August 3...9:30-11:30 am Fee: $13 residents of Crystal, New Hope $19 non-residents SAFETY CAMP Join this popular three-day camp where participants will learn about safety while having a great time! Safety topics will include fire safety, internet safety, water safety, as well as many others. The campers will see a K-9 demonstration and get up close to a National Guard helicopter! Children must be entering grades 3-5 in September. A graduation ceremony and dinner will take place at 5 pm on August 12. Campers will be randomly placed in groups. Safety Camp is sponsored by the New Hope Parks and Recreation Department, New Hope Police Department and West Metro Fire-Rescue District. (The camp will be the same format as 2009, with many returning speakers). It is important for the camper to be in attendance. Register with the New Hope Recreation Department at 763-531-5151. Tuesday-Thursday, August 10-12... 8:00 am-4:30 pm Location: Civic Center Park, New Hope Fee: $37 residents of Crystal, New Hope (includes shirt, snacks, lunches and graduation) $43 non-residents 18

BATON TWIRLING Participants as young as age 4 will learn about the sport of baton twirling through this class. Join our NEW instructor Jodi as she teaches your child the skills of baton twirling. The class will teach techniques using batons, flags and hoop batons. If you are new to the class you must start with the beginner class, after that you will enroll in the intermediate class. Registered participants will need their own baton to participate in the class; order forms will be available the first night of class. Register by April 16. Beginner Class: (Activity 5990) Thursdays, April 29-June 3... 6:00-6:30 pm Intermediate Class (must take beginner class): (Activity 5991) Thursdays, April 23-June 3... 6:30-7:00 pm Fee: $21 residents/session $27 non-resident/session BATON PERFORMANCE AND COMPETITION Class is open to participants who have taken at least two sessions of the Baton Twirling class. The class will learn dance/ twirl routines to perform at parades, shows and competitions. Members from this class have taken first place in the 6-state regional competition and placed in the top 10 in national competition. Additional costume fee may apply. Details given in class. Parents may observe the last class in each session. Register by April 16. AGES 7+ (Activity 5993) Thursdays, April 23-June 3... 7:00-8:00 pm AGES 7+ (Activity 5994) Fee: $42/session resident $48/session non-resident DANCE PROGRAM Crystal Recreation is offering an 8-week Summer Dance Program from June through July. During this summer program you will learn dance steps and terms while working on routines for the end-of-the-session presentation. Shoes are preferred depending on the class, but are not required. All classes meet at the Crystal Community Center, due to room size, class is limited to participants only. Minimum: 7/maximum: 14. Shoe order forms will be provided during the first class. Classes are taught by Julia Carlson. Register by May 28. TAP & BALLET: Ages 3 1 2-5 (Activity 5986) No previous dance experience required. Students will learn the basics of tap and ballet techniques while using these techniques in combinations. Tap and ballet shoes are preferred but not required. Thursdays, June 10-July 29... 6:00-6:30 pm Fee: $36 residents $42 non-residents TAP & BALLET: Ages 6-8 (Activity 5987) No previous dance experience required. Students will learn the basics of tap and ballet techniques while using these techniques in combinations. Tap and ballet shoes are preferred but not required. Thursdays, June 10-July 29... 6:30-7:00 pm Fee: $36 residents $42 non-residents DANCE BOOT CAMP: Ages 8-12 (Activity 5988) No previous dance experience required. Come and learn the basics of tap, ballet, jazz, danceline and hip hop. T-shirt included. Thursdays, June 10-July 29... 7:00-8:00 pm Fee: $41 residents $47 non-residents It s a bird, It s a plane, no it s a great way to spend the day! 19

/Sports SOO BAHK DO A classical martial art of Korean and Chinese origin that helps develop confidence through the integration of intellect, body, emotion and spirit. Improve balance, flexibility and fitness with valuable self-defense techniques. Program is offered at the Crystal Community Center throughout the year. Pay on a month-by-month basis and start at the first of any month. Additional optional fees for uniform, testing and tournaments are paid to instructor. Register at either Crystal or Robbinsdale Recreation Departments. Make checks payable to: City of Robbinsdale. For more information, call Robbinsdale Recreation at 763-531-1278 Wednesdays... Ages 4-6... 5:15-6:00 pm Fee: $20/month residents of Crystal and Robbinsdale $26/month non-residents Mondays and Wednesdays... Ages 7-16... 6:00-7:00 pm Fee: $32/month residents of Crystal and Robbinsdale $38/month non-residents SPRING BREAK INDOOR VOLLEYBALL CAMPS Minnesota Volleyball Headquarters is sponsoring this two-day camp for boys and girls. The camp focuses on proper techniques for serving, passing, setting and hitting. Our instructors are lead by experienced and enthusiastic high school players committed to development of all participants. Participants should arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the program on the first day. Participants should bring plenty of water, proper tennis shoes, snacks and knee pads (optional). All participants will receive a camp T-shirt. Register by March 12. Session 1 (Activity 5995): Youth, 7-9 years old Session 2 (Activity 5996): Youth, 10-12 years old Monday & Tuesday, March 29-30 Session 1: 9:00 am-11:00 am Session 2: 11:30 am-1:30 pm Location: Robbinsdale Community Gyms Fee: $38 residents of Crystal, Robbinsdale $44 non-residents SPRING INDOOR YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES (Activity 5997) Minnesota Volleyball Headquarters is sponsoring this four-week league for boys and girls. The league focuses on proper volleyball techniques and team competition for youth 7-9 years old. Participants will be placed on a team lead by an experienced and enthusiastic high school player. At the end of the league, teams will end with a tournament. Participants should bring plenty of water and proper tennis shoes. Knee pads are optional but suggested. Arrive 15 minutes early on the first day. All participants will receive a league T-shirt. Register by March 26. Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 13-May 6...5:30-6:30 pm Location: Robbinsdale Community Gyms Fee: $64 residents of Crystal, Robbindale $70 non-residents HOOPSTAR BASKETBALL CAMP (Activity 6003) Youth in kindergarten and first grade learn and develop new skills and advance their games in this FUNdamentals-based basketball camp. Limited class size will offer the best in personalized instruction to each player. This camp will be led by our own basketball guru, Ron Behl. Register by May 21. Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 1-17...6:00-7:30 pm Fee: $45 residents of Crystal, Golden Valley $51 non-residents BOYS AND GIRLS LACROSSE Lacrosse has become a very popular sport over the last five years, and has been implemented as a boys and girls varsity sport at the High School level. This program will give you the instruction you need to catch, throw, scoop and cradle through non-contact lacrosse, also known as Soft Lacrosse. Staff will teach the fundamental skills of lacrosse using small group activities (based on age and skill level), scrimmages and fun games. Stick and ball provided. Players are asked to bring a large water bottle, sunscreen, snack and a great attitude! Register at least one week before class is scheduled to start. Note: Rain outs will be made up if needed. AGES 6-8 (Activity 6006) Monday-Friday, June 14-18...8:30-10:25 am Location: Sunny Hallow Elementary Fee: $56 residents $62 non-residents AGES 9-10 (Activity 6007) Monday-Friday, June 14-18... 10:35 am-12:30 pm Location: Sunny Hallow Elementary Fee: $56 residents $62 non-residents 20