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Home My WebLink AboutActivitiesDirectory_Summer-2024_WebEdina Parks & Recreation Activities Directory Learn to Skate Registration begins noon March 27 for residents! Registration begins noon Feb. 21! EdinaParks.com 2024 SPRING/SUMMER 2 Welcome to the Parks & Recreation Activities Directory. This directory provides an overview of activities from approximately March through August. Full program information can be found online. We encourage everyone to sign up only for the classes or programs they intend to attend. If you’re planning to have your child attend the same session as their friends, please communicate in advance and know which ones to sign up for. This keeps slots open for everyone without needing a waitlist. For those who are waitlisted, we make every effort to get people into the class or program. If you’re new to Edina Parks & Recreation programs, please set up your free account in advance of registration at EdinaParks.com/Fun. Scholarships Connect Card Program • Pays for free access or reduced price on activities • Edina residents (any age) or those who attend school in Edina are eligible • Card holders are responsible for paying tax on any taxable items • Apply online or print application & mail; call 952-300-2378 for application (available in English, Somali or Spanish). • An annual credit can be added to your CivicRec account so you can register on your own; to add credit call the Parks & Recreation Office at 952-826-0367. Edina Give and Go Program • Provides grants for Edina Public Schools students to participate in academics, arts and sports • Apply by visiting EdinaGiveandGo.org; online application form available in multiple languages Inclusion The Parks & Recreation Department offers inclusive services for activities and events. Contact Recreation Supervisor Amanda Clarke at 952-826-0433 or aclarke@EdinaMN.gov four weeks before program start date. Adaptive Recreation The City of Edina partners with Reach for Resources to offer activities designed to meet diverse needs of people with disabilities. Visit ReachforResources.org to find out more information. Some fun upcoming adaptive programs include: • Golf Lessons • Arts & Crafts Class • Pickleball Lessons • Water Aerobics • New! Soccer Shots Empower The City of Edina strives to provide activities, classes and events for everyone. Scholarships and Inclusion Register for Activities Visit EdinaParks.com Click on “Register for Activities” Noon Wednesday, Feb. 21 Registration opens for Edina residents Noon Wednesday, Feb. 28 Registration opens for everyone Learn to Skate Registration Wednesday, March 13 Pre-registration for those currently in the winter session Noon Wednesday, March 27 Edina Residents Noon Wednesday, April 3 Nonresidents HOW TO REGISTER • Visit EdinaParks.com and click on “Register for Activities. • Browse offerings by category, then filter by location or days of the week or search by keyword. • Items stay in cart for only 10 minutes. • At checkout, you will be asked a series of prompts or waivers that you need to check before your transaction is complete. • Waitlists: Preference given to those not currently enrolled in a class/activity. • Refunds will be assessed a 20% administrative fee and must be made at least two weeks before the start of the program or class. • Partial refund will be considered if cancellation is due to illness or serious injury. Welcome! 3 COMMUNITY EVENTS.........................4 PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS ..................6 YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS ..............8 BRAEMAR GOLF .................................10 ART PROGRAMS .................................13 ADULT PROGRAMS ............................14 ADULT 55+ PROGRAMS .....................15 PARK FACILITIES ...............................16 DIRECTORY .........................................19 SIGN UP AT EdinaParks.com On the cover: There are numerous parks in Edina with courts for tennis and pickleball! Find these programs on Pages 7, 9 and 14. This page: Soccer is one of the many sports offered in the spring and summer. Find other youth sports and activities on Pages 6-10. COMMUNITY EVENTS Register for Programs on these Pages at EdinaMN.gov/Fun No Registration Needed for Free Events (Except Step To It) 4 Superhero Saturday AGES 3-8 Join us for a marvelous morning with your special adult-date! We will have brunch, games and superhero training. Feel free to wear your favorite superhero costume and don’t forget your camera! Saturday, April 27 10-11:30 a.m. Braemar Golf Course $35/couple Vehicle Day ALL AGES Get up close to fire trucks, police cars, snowplows, buses and more! Children must be supervised by an adult. Events will be held rain or shine. Saturday, May 4 10 a.m.-noon Southdale Center Parking Lot Free Princess Ball AGES 3-8 Join us for an enchanting evening with your special adult-date. We will have dinner, dancing, and princess fun. Dressing up is encouraged! All couples will have a photo taken by our photographer. Friday, April 12 6-7:30 p.m. Braemar Golf Course Clubhouse $50/couple Step To It Help Edina compete against other local communities in this free four-week event designed for everyone. There is potential to win prizes throughout the month. The challenge is May 1-28. Registration begins April 1 at steptoit.org. Register for Programs on these Pages at EdinaMN.gov/Fun No Registration Needed for Free Events (Except Step To It) 5 National Park & Recreation Month ALL AGES Join us throughout the month of July as we celebrate National Park & Recreation Month. We will have a variety of free special activities, events and giveaways. Follow EdinaMN Parks & Recreation on Facebook or Instagram or subscribe to the Parks & Recreation Activities, Programs and Special Events emails at EdinaMN.gov/CityExtra. Art on the Go Pop-Up Cart Art on the Go will pop up at Edinborough Park, Centennial Lakes Park and other Edina parks throughout the summer. Follow the Edina Art Center on Facebook or Instagram for dates and location announcements. These pop-up events will include free art projects for the whole family. Art Together Join Edina Police, Edina Fire and public safety partners for an art project, snacks and an afternoon of community fun! Wednesdays; June 12, July 10 and Aug. 14 5-7 p.m. Fred Richards Park playground Free Community Clothing Swap The community clothing swap is back. Acknowledging Earth Day and the oversized impact that textiles have on our planet, the City of Edina hosts a popular annual clothing swap at Braemar Backyard Rink. Clothing does not need to be brought to participate. This event is free, open to everyone! Pre-event donations can be dropped off 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at the rink. Wear an item from last year’s swap and/or bring a friend who has never attended before! Thursday, May 9 4-7 p.m. Braemar Arena Backyard Rink Free 6 PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS 6 Register for Programs on these Pages at EdinaParks.com/PreK AGE CLASS DAY DATE DANCE 3 Mini Movers I Tuesdays Starting April 2 & June 18 Thursdays Starting April 4 & June 20 4-5 Mini Movers II Tuesdays Starting April 2 & June 18 Thursdays Starting April 4 & June 20 SKATING 3-6 Learn to Skate Mondays June-August SPORTS & ACTIVITIES AGE CLASS DAY DATE 4-5 Fab 4 & 5 Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 4-6 Mini Nature Explorers Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 MUSIC 4 mos.- 5 years Music Together Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays Year round GYMNASTICS 1.5-5 Go Gymnastics Wednesdays Year round PARK PROGRAMS 7 SPORTS & ACTIVITIES (Continued) 7 AGE CLASS DAY DATE AMAZING TOTS & ATHLETES 1.5-2.5 Amazing Tots & Athletes Mondays Starting April 15 & June 102.5-6 SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS 3-5 Skyhawks Sport Sampler (Soccer and Football) Saturdays Starting April 27 4-6 Mini Hawk Flag Football Saturdays Starting April 27 SOCCER SHOTS 2-3 Soccer Shots Mini Saturdays Starting April 6 & June 22 Tuesdays Starting April 9 & June 18 Wednesdays Starting April 10 & June 19 3-5 Soccer Shots Classic Saturdays Starting April 6 & June 22 Tuesdays Starting April 9 & June 18 Wednesdays Starting April 10 & June 19 AGE CLASS DAY DATE REVOLUTIONARY SPORTS 2-6 Baseball/Softball Tuesdays Starting April 9, May 7, June 11, July 16 & Aug. 13 Thursdays Starting April 11, May 9, June 13, July 18 & Aug. 15 2-6 Basketball Tuesdays Starting April 9, May 7, June 11, July 16 & Aug. 13 Thursdays Starting April 11, May 9, June 13, July 18 & Aug. 15 2-6 Soccer Mondays Starting April 8, May 6, June 10, July 15 & Aug. 12 Tuesdays Starting April 9, May 7, June 11, July 16 & Aug. 13 2-6 Tennis Mondays Starting April 8, May 6, June 10, July 15 & Aug. 12 2-6 Pickleball Tuesdays Starting April 9, May 7, June 11, July 16 & Aug. 13 2-6 Flag Football Thursdays Starting June 13, July 18 & Aug. 15 8 8 Register for Programs on this Page at EdinaParks.com/Youth AGE CLASS DAY DATE 5-7 Go Gymnastics Wednesdays Starting June 5 6-12 Park Program Demo Day Wednesday June 5 9-11 Safety Camp Thursday June 6 6-9 Nature Explorers Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 106-10 6-12 Park Program Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 9-12 Park Pros 2.0 Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 14-15 Park Program Volunteers Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 11-14 Travelin’ Teens Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 FRIDAY FUN DAYS 8-12 Minneapolis Bike Tour Friday June 21 or July 26 6-12 Adventure Quest Day Camp Friday June 28 6-10 Nature Art & Science Camp Friday July 12 6-12 Outdoor Survival Camp Friday July 19 7-12 Eco-Inventors Camp Friday Aug. 2 SPORTS & ACTIVITIES YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS AGE CLASS DAY DATE NATURE MULTI DAY CAMPS 7-12 Nature Detectives Monday- Thursday Aug. 5-8 7-12 Nature Art & Science Camp Monday- Thursday Aug. 12-15 CONQUER NINJA WARRIOR 5-13 Intro to Ninja Warrior Mondays Starting June 3 & July 8 Wednesdays Starting Sept. 4 & Nov. 6 5+Parent /Child Ninja Class Sundays Starting June 9 & July 7 6-13 Conquer Ninja Summer Camp Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 10 6-13 Conquer Ninja Rec Team Wednesdays Starting July 10 Fridays Starting July 12 DANCE 5-7 Princess Dance Tuesdays Starting April 2 & June 18 Thursdays Starting April 4 & June 20 9 AGE CLASS DAY DATE DAY CAMPS WITH REVOLUTIONARY SPORTS 7-12 Golf Monday- Thursday June 17-20 2-12 Disc Golf Camp Monday- Thursday June 24-27 2-12 Ninja Warrior Obstacle Camp Monday- Thursday June 24-27 4-12 Soccer Camp Monday- Thursday July 8-11 4-12 Flag Football Camp Monday- Thursday July 15-18 4-12 Archery Camp Monday- Thursday July 22-25 2-12 Basketball Camp Monday- Thursday July 29- Aug. 1 4-12 Pickleball Camp Monday- Thursday Aug. 5-8 2-12 Baseball Camp Monday- Thursday Aug. 12-15 SKYHAWKS SPORT CAMPS 7-12 Flag Football Saturdays Starting April 27 7-12 Soccer Saturdays Starting April 27 5-8 Flag Football Camp Monday- Thursday June 10-13 7-12 Monday- Thursday June 10-13 & July 22-25 6-12 Baseball Camp Monday- Thursday June 17-20 & July 22-25 6-12 Soccer Camp Monday- Thursday June 17-20 5-8 Basketball Camp Monday- Thursday June 24-27 6-12 Sport Sampler Camp (Baseball, Basketball and Soccer) Monday- Thursday July 8-11 & Aug. 5-8 6-12 Pickleball Camp Monday- Thursday July 29- Aug. 1 6-12 Sand Volleyball Camp Monday- Thursday July 29- Aug. 1 SOCCER SHOTS 5-8 Soccer Shots Premier Saturdays Starting April 6 & June 22 SPORTS & ACTIVITIES (Continued) AGE CLASS DAY DATE 7-11 Intro to Karate Tuesdays June 4-25 8-13 Fishing Tournament Friday July 19 8-13 MN Wind Chill Ultimate Frisbee Camp Monday- Friday July 15-19 OTHER ACTIVITIES AGE CLASS DAY DATE 4-15 Spring Mini-Session Saturdays April 27- May 18 4-15 Summer Mini-Session Mondays June-August LEARN TO SKATE AGE CLASS DAY DATE TENICITY TENNIS 5-16 Beginner Group Tennis Lessons Saturdays Starting April 209-12 13-16 5-8 Beginner Group Tennis Camps Mondays- Thursdays Starting June 109-12 13-16 TGA 6-12 Tennis Lessons Saturdays Starting April 20 (No class May 25) Thursdays Starting April 25 6-10 Pickleball Lessons Wednesdays Starting April 24 7-12 Tennis & Pickleball Combo Camps Mondays- Thursdays June 17-20, July 15-18 & Aug. 19-22 9 10 BRAEMAR GOLF DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE Mondays June 3-July 8 or July 15-Aug. 12 Tuesdays June 4-July 9 or July 16-Aug. 13 JUNIOR GIRLS Thursdays June 6-July 11 or July 18-Aug. 15 Ages 6-8 E-ENCOURAGE Register for Programs on these Pages at BraemarGolf.com/Instruction BraemarGolf.com; 952-903-5750 10 DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF DOME Saturdays March 30-April 20 BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE Tuesdays June 4-25 or July 9-30 Friday June 7-28 or July 19-Aug. 16 Ages 5-7 GREEN HORNETS PGA JR LEAGUE PGA JR League is changing the way golf is learned and played through its fun, team-oriented approach. Girls and boys of all skill levels learn and play the game with expert coaching and guidance from PGA Staff at Braemar Golf Course. Players will compete on teams with friends in a two-person scramble format that encourages mentorship and builds confidence. The Braemar PGA JR League players receive six one-hour team practices (dates and times TBD) and six regular matches held within the league. The program runs June 5 through July 29 with matches held on Saturday mornings. Coaches set their own practice schedules. Cost is $349 and you will register directly with the PGA at www.pgajrleague.com. Ages 8-10, Instruction (I) & Play (P) DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE I: Wednesdays June 5-July 10 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Wednesdays July 17-Aug. 14 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 JUNIOR GIRLS I: Thursdays June 6-July 11 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 D-DEVELOP DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF DOME Fridays March 29-April 19 Saturdays March 30-April 20 BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE COURTYARD Saturdays April 27-May 18, June 1-22 or July 6-27 Thursdays May 30-June 20 or June 27-July 25 Fridays May 31-June 21 or June 28-July 26 Ages 3-5 LITTLE HORNETS PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS 11 DAY DATE AGES 8-11 Tuesdays April 30-May 21 Thursdays May 2-23 AGES 12-14 Tuesdays April 30-May 21 Thursdays May 2-23 Braemar Golf Course HORNETS AFTER SCHOOL DAY DATE AGES 5-8 Saturdays April 27-May 18 Sundays April 28-May 19 AGES 9-14 Saturdays April 27-May 18 Braemar Golf Course HORNETS ON THE WEEKEND DAY DATE AGES 5-8 Mondays June 3-24 or July 8-29 AGES 9-14 Mondays June 3-24 or July 8-29 Braemar Golf Course CASTLE CAMP DAY DATE AGES 7-15 Saturday May 25 Mondays June 10 or July 8 Friday June 21 Braemar Golf Course DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT CLINICS Register for Programs on these Pages at BraemarGolf.com/Instruction BraemarGolf.com; 952-903-5750 11 KIDS PLAY FREE As you wind down your weekend, why not bring your child out to golf? Kids (ages 17 and under) can play FREE on Sundays with a paying adult. This offer is good after 4 p.m. on both the Championship 18 and the Academy 9 for one child per paying adult. Ages 12-16, Instruction (I) & Play (P) A-ADVANCE DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE I: Wednesdays June 5-July 10 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Wednesdays July 17-Aug. 14 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 JUNIOR GIRLS I: Thursdays June 6-July 11 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 Ages 12+, Instruction (I) & Play (P) THE TOUR DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE I: Tuesdays June 4-July 9 P: Thursdays June 6-July 11 I: Wednesdays June 5-July 10 P: Thursdays June 6-July 11 I: Tuesdays July 16-Aug. 13 P: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 I: Wednesdays July 17-Aug. 14 P: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 Ages 10-12, Instruction (I) & Play (P) I-INSTRUCTION DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE I: Thursdays June 6-July 11 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 JUNIOR GIRLS I: Thursdays June 6-July 11 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 Ages 11-14, Instruction (I) & Play (P) DAY DATE BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE I: Tuesdays June 4-July 9 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Tuesdays July 16-Aug. 13 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 JUNIOR GIRLS I: Thursdays June 6-July 11 P: Fridays June 7-July 12 I: Thursdays July 18-Aug. 15 P: Fridays July 19-Aug. 16 N-NEXT STEP YOUTH LESSONS & CAMPS 12 PRIVATE LESSONS Our PGA Professionals provide lessons for all ages and skill levels, all year long. Private golf lessons are one hour in length and rates vary. Lessons can be scheduled by contacting our PGA Professionals: Tommy Koehler, TEKoehler@EdinaMN.gov Scott Parssinen, SParssinen@EdinaMN.gov Greg Ross, Gross@EdinaMN.gov Alex Holgerson, AHolgerson@EdinaMN.gov Matt Olson, MOlson@EdinaMN.gov Jennifer Huber, JHuber@EdinaMN.gov DAY DATE LOCATION GOLF 101: GETTING STARTED Sundays April 7-28 Braemar Golf Dome June 2-23, July 7-28 or Aug. 4-25 Braemar Golf Course Tuesdays June 4-25 or July 9-30 Braemar Golf Course Wednesdays April 3-24 Braemar Golf Dome May 29-June 19 or July 10-31 Braemar Golf Course Thursdays April 4-25 Braemar Golf Dome May 2-23 Braemar Golf Course Saturdays May 4-25 or June 1-22 Braemar Golf Course GOLF 101: GETTING STARTED (WOMEN ONLY) Mondays April 8-29 Braemar Golf Dome Tuesdays June 4-25 Braemar Golf Course Wednesdays May 1-22 or July 10-31 Braemar Golf Course GOLF 202: NEXT STEPS Sundays April 7-28 Braemar Golf Dome June 2-23, July 7-28 or Aug. 4-25 Braemar Golf Course Tuesdays July 9-30 Braemar Golf Course Wednesdays April 10-May 1 Braemar Golf Dome May 29-June 19 or Aug. 7-28 Braemar Golf Course Thursdays April 11-May 2 Braemar Golf Dome Saturdays May 4-25 or June 1-22 Braemar Golf Course GOLF 202: NEXT STEPS (WOMEN ONLY) Mondays April 1-22 Braemar Golf Dome Wednesdays May 1-22, May 29- June 19 or July 10-31 Braemar Golf Course GOLF 303: ADVANCEMENT Sundays April 7-28 Braemar Golf Dome June 2-23, July 7-28 or Aug. 4-25 Braemar Golf Course Tuesdays June 4-25 Braemar Golf Course Saturdays May 4-25 or July 6-27 Braemar Golf Course ADULT GROUP LESSONS DAY DATE LOCATION BEGINNER FAST-TRACK Tuesdays April 30, May 7 or June 4 Braemar Golf Course Thursday June 20 Braemar Golf Course Saturday April 13 Braemar Golf Dome April 27 or May 18 Braemar Golf Course BEGINNER FAST-TRACK (WOMEN ONLY) Tuesday April 16 Braemar Golf Dome Thursday May 16 Braemar Golf Course Saturday April 13 Braemar Golf Dome June 1 Braemar Golf Course INTERMEDIATE FAST-TRACK Sunday April 28 Braemar Golf Course Tuesday June 25 Braemar Golf Course Thursdays May 23, June 13 or July 11 Braemar Golf Course Saturday April 13 or 20 Braemar Golf Dome INTERMEDIATE FAST-TRACK (WOMEN ONLY) Thursday May 9 Braemar Golf Course Saturday April 20 Braemar Golf Dome June 1 Braemar Golf Course ADVANCED FAST-TRACK Tuesdays May 28, June 18 or July 9 Braemar Golf Course Thursday April 25 Braemar Golf Dome Saturday May 4 Braemar Golf Course ADVANCED FAST-TRACK (WOMEN ONLY) Saturday June 1 Braemar Golf Course ADULT FAST-TRACK GOLF CLINICS 12 Register for Programs on this Page at BraemarGolf.com/Instruction GROUP LESSONS & CLINICS 13 ART PROGRAMS Register for Programs on this Page at EdinaParks.com/Art SUMMER ART CAMPS SUMMER ART INTENSIVES AGE CLASS DAY DATE 2-5 Art: Try it Out! For Preschoolers Fridays Ongoing 9-14 Creative Cartooning Mondays April 1-15 2+Whimsical Wings and Wonders pARTy Saturday April 13 5-12 Parents’ Night Out Fridays April 19 or May 17 7-11 Art Sampler for Kids Wednesdays April 17-May 22 9-14 Anime!Mondays April 29-May 13 9+Mother's Day Metal Casting Saturday May 11 7-11 Art in the Park Tuesdays June 11-July 30 Wednesdays June 12-July 31 11 -16 Mosaic Workshop for Teens Tuesday June 18 6+Canvas Fun: Smiley Sloth Friday July 19 8+Canvas Fun: Pet Portrait Painting Monday Aug. 5 YOUTH AND FAMILY CLASSES AGE CLASS DAY DATE 16+Curated Conversations Third Wednesdays Ongoing 16+Beginning Abstract Painting Mondays March 4-18 or June 3-17 16+Intermediate Oil Painting Tuesdays March 5-April 9 or April 16-May 21 16+Beginning Watercolors Thursdays March 28-April 11 16+Jewelry: Fused Silver Rings Tuesday April 9 16+Intermediate Abstract Painting Mondays April 15-May 20 or July 22-Aug. 26 16+Realistic Painting - Studio Mondays April 15-May 20 or June 3-July 15 16+Drawing Portraits from Photos - Studio Tuesdays April 16-May 21 or June 4-July 16 16+Cartooning for Grown-Ups Tuesdays April 16-May 21 16+Introduction to Painting with Acrylics Tuesdays April 16-May 21 16+Beginning Watercolors - Level 2 Thursdays April 18-May 23 16+Gel Printing Workshop Saturday April 20 12+Beginning Ukulele Saturday April 27 18+The Secret Life of Color (Hauschka)Fridays June 7-July 19 16+Alcohol Inks: Basics and Beyond Mondays June 10-24 16+Acrylic Pour Painting: Beach Wave Monday July 22 ADULT CLASSES Ages 6-12 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Thursday Fred Richards Park $175/week Ages 12-17 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday Edina Art Center $250/week CLASS WEEK Making Art with Van Gogh June 10-13 The Art of Buildings - Interiors June 17-20 Making Art with Matisse June 24-27 Cartooning and Graphic Novels July 8-11 Art and Nature July 15-18 The Art of Buildings - Exteriors July 22-25 All About Sculpture July 29-Aug. 1 Rainforest Adventures Aug. 5-8 Myths & Legends Aug. 12-15 CLASS WEEK Sculpture Boot Camp June 24-27 Stop Motion Animation July 15-18 Metalworking with the WOW Mobile Metal Lab Aug. 12-15 FIRST SATURDAY ART LAB Join the Edina Art Center 10 a.m.-noon the first Saturday of every month to explore a whole new world of art projects with your family! Free for the whole family. Registration requested. 13Register for Programs on this Page at BraemarGolf.com/Instruction 14 ADULT PROGRAMS Register for Programs on this Page at EdinaParks.com/Adult AGE CLASS DAY DATE 18+Adult Softball Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays Starting April 18 18+Spring Fling Softball League Tuesdays May 7-June 11 18+Co-Rec Kickball League Wednesdays Starting May 15 18+ Adult Sand Volleyball (in collaboration with City of Bloomington) Wednesdays or Thursdays Starting May 22 18+Pickleball League Tuesdays Starting June 4 18+Bean Bag League Tuesdays June 4-July 16 or July 30-Sept. 3 Thursdays June 6-July 18 18+Lawn Bowling Leagues Wednesdays June 5-July 17 or July 31-Sept. 4 AGE CLASS DAY DATE 18+Gentle Yoga Classes Tuesdays Spring Session starts April 2 Summer Session starts June 4 18+"It’s a Puzzler!" Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Wednesday April 24 18+Forest Bathing at Bredesen Park Starting in May 18+Dance Lessons Tuesdays June 11, July 9 and 23, or Aug. 6 TENNIS 18+Private Tennis Lessons Days, time and locations vary Starting in May 18+USTA Tennis in Your Park - Drill & Play Saturdays Starting June 1 & July 27 18+ USTA Tennis in Your Park - Adult Tennis Lessons (Beginner & Intermediate) Mondays Starting June 3 & July 22 Wednesdays Starting June 5 & July 31 PICKLEBALL 18+Intro to Pickleball Sundays or Fridays Starting April 14 18+Intermediate Drill-Practice-Play Tuesdays and Thursdays Starting April 16 18+ Advanced Beginner Skills-Drills-Play (Levels 2.25-2.75) Tuesdays and Thursdays Starting April 16 18+Private Pickleball Lessons Days, time and locations vary Starting in May SPORTS LEAGUES SPORTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES AGE CLASS DAY DATE 18+Learn to Skate Mondays June-August 18+Adult Open Hockey at Braemar Arena Wednesdays June-August BRAEMAR ARENA & FIELD 14 15 CLASS DAY Agility, Balance & Core Strength Tuesdays & Thursdays (starting in May) Caregiver Support Group First Thursdays Health Insurance Counseling Second Tuesdays Tai Chi Mondays FITNESS & HEALTH CLASS DATE Purse & Jewelry Exchange April 12 Assistive Technology Fair April 25 Health Screening Event June 20 SPECIAL EVENTS TRIP DATE Behind the Scenes of Target Field May 23 Wind Farm Turbines Mower County June 19 Taylors Falls Boat Cruise July 16 Schell’s Brewery & New Ulm Aug. 15 DAY TRIPS EDINA SENIOR CENTER The Edina Senior Center, 5280 Grandview Square, provides recreational, educational, health and wellness programming, day trips, special events and ongoing activities for those 55 and older. Registration is required for most programs and can be done online at EdinaSeniorCenter.com or by calling 952-833-9570. Sign up or view the Senior Center’s newsletter, The Times, online at EdinaSeniorCenter.com. FUN & GAMES • ACBL Bridge • Book Clubs • Ongoing Games & Cards • Pool Tables • Puzzle Lending Library • Shuffleboard • Single Mingle • Social Groups Sign up for The Times newsletter at EdinaMN.gov/TimesSignup ADULT 55+ PROGRAMS 15 CLASSES • Beginning Bridge Tuesdays starting March 26 • Canasta Class Thursdays starting June 6 • Driver Safety • Gental Yoga Tuesdays starting April 2 • History • Technology Assistance • Mahjongg Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays starting week of April 22 • Nordic Pole Walking Mondays starting in May • Variety of One-time Educational Presentations RECREATION FACILITIES EdinaParks.com 16 EDINA AQUATIC CENTER OPEN JUNE 6-AUG. 18 Edina Aquatic Center, conveniently located in Rosland Park, offers a variety of ways for children and adults to stay cool and active in the summer. Attractions include: • 50-meter lap pool with diving well • One-meter and three-meter diving boards • The Lost Wave surf simulator • Pirate's Plunge 270-foot body slide and tube slide • Shipwreck Express zip line • Zero-depth Lil' Lagoon water playground • Oakwood Forest themed dry play area RESIDENT Early Bird Rate (Through April 30) Individual or First Family Member $88 Each Additional Member $81 Regular Rate (May 1-Aug. 18) Individual or First Family Member $98 Each Additional Member $91 SEASON PASSES (tax not included) NONRESIDENT Early Bird Rate (Through April 30) Individual or First Family Member $112 Each Additional Member $103 Regular Rate (May 1-Aug. 18) Individual or First Family Member $123 Each Additional Member $113 DAILY ADMISSIONS (tax included) Daily Admission (resident and nonresident)$14 Admission after 5 p.m.$11 The Lost Wave add-on/per person $8 Season passes are a great way to save! Daily admission or a season pass is required for all people ages 1 and older entering the facility, even if they won't be swimming. Visit EdinaAquaticCenter.com to purchase passes and learn more. EDINBOROUGH PARK Home to one of the largest indoor play structures in the state, a multipurpose family gym and an indoor pool and track, Edinborough Park is an ideal way for children and adults to stay active and engaged without taking on inclement weather. • For adults, Edinborough Park offers pickleball courts, a six-lane swimming pool and walking track, as well as several pieces of fitness equipment. • Annual memberships and 10-visit admission passes offer ample options to enjoy the park year round with built-in value. • Whether it's a birthday party or group field trip, the park has room for you! Party packages and group reservations are available online! • Visit EdinboroughPark.com to buy passes and learn more. BRAEMAR ARENA & FIELD Home to three indoor ice rinks, the Backyard Rink and Braemar Field Arena (All schedules subject to change) • Open Skate: Come skate for $5/person + $5/skate rental. • Adult Open Hockey: $5/player; Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • Developmental Hockey: $15/half hour; Visit BraemarArena.com for registration and available times. • Developmental Ice: Visit BraemarArena.com for registration and available times. Braemar Field • To request renting the outdoor turf field, see "Facility Reservations" at BraemarField.com. CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK Come check out the “crown jewel” of Edina’s park system • Putting course, paddleboats, and lawn games will open in the spring, weather permitting. • Attend the Farmers Market every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. from June 6 to Oct. 3. • For information how to rent our amphitheater or Hughes Pavilion, including rates and hours, visit Centennial LakesPark.com • Enjoy our free summer entertainment! Performances are on Sunday, Monday and Wednesday evenings and Tuesday and Thursday mornings beginning in June. The detailed performer schedule will be released in April at CentennialLakesPark.com. EdinaParks.com 17Parks & Recreation: 952-826-0367 18 18 RENT AN EVENT OR PARTY SPACE Corporate Events, Large Gatherings & Weddings Braemar Golf Course BraemarGolf.com Centennial Lakes Park CentennialLakesPark.com Meeting or Event Rooms Braemar Golf Course BraemarGolf.com Centennial Lakes Park CentennialLakesPark.com Edina Senior Center EdinaSeniorCenter.com Park Buildings and Picnic Shelters Call 952-826-0367 or visit EdinaParks.com Concerts, Performances, Recitals Edinborough Park Amphitheater EdinboroughPark.com Centennial Lakes Park CentennialLakesPark.com The City of Edina offers a variety of venues and spaces to fit almost any need, from weddings to family reunions to neighborhood gatherings. Don’t delay! Learn more and apply now at EdinaMN.gov/Jobs! Super Powers Gained: •Leadership •Problem Solving •Communication •Creativity •Time Management Save the Day AT A RECREATION FACILITY OR PARKS PROGRAM: •Lifeguard •Recreation Leader •Tennis Instructor •Art Camp Instructor •Centennial Lakes Park •Braemar Golf Course •Edina Aquatic Center Super Perks:•Referral and CommitmentIncentives for Some Positions •Resume-Builders and Enhancers 19 CITY OF EDINA DIRECTORY Parks & Recreation Department 952-826-0367 • 4801 W. 50th St. EdinaParks.com Braemar Arena 952-833-9506 • 7501 Ikola Way BraemarArena.com Braemar Field 952-833-9512 • 7509 Ikola Way BraemarField.com Braemar Golf Course 952-903-5750 • 6364 John Harris Drive BraemarGolf.com Braemar Golf Dome 952-903-5775 Nov. 1 through April 1 7420 Braemar Blvd. BraemarGolfDome.com Centennial Lakes Park 952-833-9580 • 7499 France Ave. S. CentennialLakesPark.com Edina Aquatic Center (June-August) 952-833-9543 • 4300 W. 66th St. EdinaAquaticCenter.com Edina Art Center 952-903-5780 • 4701 W. 64th St. EdinaArtCenter.com Edina Senior Center 952-833-9570 • 5280 Grandview Square EdinaSeniorCenter.com Edinborough Park 952-833-9540 • 7700 York Ave. S. EdinboroughPark.com Edina City Council James Hovland, Mayor Kate Agnew Carolyn Jackson James Pierce Julie Risser Edina Parks & Recreation Department Perry Vetter, Director Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director – Recreation & Facilities Tom Swenson, Assistant Director – Parks & Natural Resources Joe Abood, Braemar Golf General Manager Jesse Buchholz, Braemar Arena & Field General Manager Sabrina Clark, Administrative Support Specialist Tiffany Bushland, Centennial Lakes Park General Manager Janet Canton, Administrative Coordinator Amanda Clarke, Recreation Supervisor Rachel Finberg, Park Planner Laura Fulton, Recreation Supervisor Nicole Gorman, Recreation Supervisor Patty McGrath, Edinborough Park and Edina Aquatic Center General Manager Kersten McManamon, Marketing Manager Michelle Tanner, Social Media Specialist Rachael Walters, Recreation Supervisor Parks & Recreation Commission Alessandra DiLorenzo, Student Member Matthew Doscotch, Chair Sonja Holtey, Student Member Rick Ites Joe Luangrath Jamie Pfuhl, Vice Chair John Spanhake Bryce Weaver Ericka Welsh Meetings The Parks & Recreation Commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public. Arts & Culture Commission Kathy Amlaw Kawthar Benarouch, Student Member Ann Curtin Jennifer Faeth Alyssa Fram Alexandria Li, Student Member Tim Scully Brian Stemmler Laura Westlund, Chair Alana Zbaren, Vice Chair Meetings The Arts & Culture Commission meets at 4:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month. Meetings are open to the public. YOUTH ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONS Edina supports 14 youth athletic associations in various sports. Edina Girls Athletic Association www.egaa.org BASEBALL Edina Baseball Association www.edinabaseball.com BASKETBALL Edina Basketball Association www.edinabasketball.com FIGURE SKATING Braemar City of Lakes Figure Skating Club www.braemarfsc.org FOOTBALL Edina Football Association www.edinasports.org HOCKEY Edina Hockey Association www.edinahockeyassociation.com LACROSSE Edina Lacrosse Association www.edinalacrosse.com SOCCER Edina Soccer Association www.edinasoccer.org Edina Soccer Club www.edinasoccerclub.com SOFTBALL Edina Girls Fastpitch Association www.edinafastpitch.org SWIMMING Edina Swim Club www.edinaswim.com VOLLEYBALL Edina Volleyball Association www.edinavolleyball.org WRESTLING Edina Wrestling Association www.edinawrestling.org 19 Parks & Recreation Office Edina City Hall 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN 55424 952-826-0367 Activities Directory City of Edina Parks & Recreation Department 4801 West 50th Street Edina, Minnesota 55424 Iskaan-garee koodhkan oo ku fiiri soomaali EdinaMN.gov/SomaliAD EdinaMN.gov/SpanishAD Escanee este código para ver en español A tradition since 1999, Safety Camp is a collaboration between Edina’s Fire, Police, and Parks & Recreation departments for children ages 9-11. Some of the sessions held include Stranger Danger, water safety and home safety. HOST YOUR CHILD’S BIRTHDAY WHERE THE FUN IS! Edina Aquatic Center and Edinborough Park offer several party packages and all the accessories you need so you don't have to worry about a thing. Visit the Birthday Party page at EdinaAquaticCenter.com or EdinboroughPark.com or call the Party Coordinator at 952-833-9544. All parties must be reserved in advance. JOIN US FOR SAFETY CAMP ON THURSDAY, JUNE 6