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City of Menasha

Parks & Recreation

Fall 2017 / Winter 2018 Activity Guide

Table of Contents

City of Menasha residents have program registration

preference NOW through August 22. Non-residents

(including City of Neenah and Appleton, Village of Fox

Crossing), may register beginning August 23. All classes

will remain open for registration through the deadline or

until maximum class numbers are met. However, the

MPRD reserves the right to cancel or make last minute

program changes due to low enrollment.

Recreation Program Fee Reciprocity:

The City of Menasha offers recreation program fee

reciprocity with the cities of Appleton and Neenah and the

Village of Fox Crossing. This means that city residents may

sign up for programs and receive services in these

communities at their resident rates. This is a fee only

agreement. Each municipality may establish a separate

registration period or policies for its own residents. Your

residency may be verified onsite by using current tax roll

information. Contact Appleton (920-832-5905), Neenah

(920-886-6060) or Fox Crossing (920-720-7108) for further

program information. Please note: We no longer have

reciprocity with the YMCA for programs.

Office Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday through Friday

Telephone: 920-967-3640

Website: www.cityofmenasha-wi.gov

Program Cancellation Line: 920-967-3657

Registration Information 2

Tiny Tots 3

Intro to Soccer 3

Archery 3

Painting Classes 3

Gymnastics 4

Dance 4

Slimnastics Adult Exercise 5

Feel ’N Fit—Step Adult Exercise 5

Essential Oils! 5

Recreation Opportunities

Open Gym 5

Hart Park Ice Rink 6

City Ski & Snowshoe Trails 6

Special Events 6

Great Pumpkin Hunt

Holiday Hayride

Smith Park Winter Gala

Registration Form 7

Park Reservation Information 8

Wedding Reservation Information 8

Senior Center Rental Information 8

To our 2017 summer event sponsors.

BioMat USA/Grifols * Mid Valley Dental * Mihm’s Charcoal Grill * WVBO

Menasha Health Dept * Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue

To the following Menasha businesses & organizations that have supported our

recreation programs and / or donated to our family assistance program:

Appanasha Pet Clinic * Aunt Esther’s Attic * Community Eyecare Inc.

Franzoi & Franzoi * Jitters Lounge * Menasha Athletic Association (MACs)

Menasha Knights of Columbus * Mihm’s Charcoal Grill * Parker John’s BBQ & Pizza

Primitive Gatherings LLC * VFW 2126

To those individuals who contributed to the City of Menasha’s Family

Assistance Program.

Tracy Cole * Heather DuPont * Kathryn Hartmann * Jessica Lako * Becky Kinser

Tracilyn Moon * Katrina Riddle * Kristina Rollo * Amanda Smith * Nikki Tangney

Reasonable accommodations will be made for any individual with disabilities who wishes to participate in

a parks and recreation program or service. Please contact the MPRD office to discuss any special needs

you or your child may have.

Department Staff and Telephone Numbers

Brian Tungate, Director of Parks, Recreation, Forestry & Cemeteries ...................................................................................... 967-3641

Parks and Recreation Office (Open Weekdays 8:00am–4:00pm) ............................................................................................... 967-3640

Vince Maas, Superintendent of Parks, Forestry, Cemeteries & Marina .................................................................................... 967-3642

Park Maintenance Garage—Weekdays 7:00am-3:00pm................................................................................................................ 967-3646

Memorial Building—Smith Park (when in use) .................................................................................................................................. 967-5154

Program Cancellation Line ...................................................................................................................................................... 967-3657

Looking for a Great Part-time Job?

The Parks and Recreation Department employs many part-

time people. Day or evening hours are available. We offer

flexible scheduling and competitive wages. Openings may

exist for adult softball umpires and scorekeepers, ice rink

attendants, gym supervisor, program instructors, swim

instructors, lifeguards, pool attendants, and special event

workers. Have fun and earn money too! Applications can

be picked up in the Personnel Department at City Hall or

obtained on our website along with current job openings.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm.

Please send a brief cover letter with your application.

Through a grant from the National Park and

Recreation Association and the Golf Course

Builders Association of America, the City of

Menasha is a proud partner in the Sticks for

Kids Program.

We have 10 sets of junior sized golf clubs (even a set of

left-handed) that are available to those wanting to play

golf but don’t have their own clubs.

Clubs may be checked out for 3 days at a time. A $20

refundable deposit is required when you pick them up.

Call our office ahead of time to reserve a set and take

your child out to the golf course!

Parks and Recreation Board The seven member Board, which is appointed by the Mayor, meets

the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm. Call the MPRD

office at 967-3640 if you would like to discuss putting an issue or

question on the Board Agenda. Any citizen interested in serving

should write a letter of interest stating qualifications to the Mayor.

Dick Sturm-Chair

Lisa Hopwood-Vice Chair

Alderman Ted Grade

Brian Adesso

Nancy Barker

Rob DeLain

Tom Marshall

Board Members

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Other Registration Information

Telephone registration is not accepted

Program cancellations and other announcements

can be accessed by calling our Program

Cancellation Line at 967-3657

Refunds are only granted when a medical excuse is

provided through the first 25% of a program or if

MPRD cancels a program. Program credit slips may

also be issued.

3 WAYS TO REGISTER

WALK IN / DROP OFF Bring in your completed registration form and payment to the Parks and Recreation Department, Menasha City Center, Second Floor. Credit/debit cards are not accepted in the office.

MAIL IN Mail your completed registration form and payment to: City of Menasha Parks and Recreation 100 Main Street, Ste. 200 Menasha, WI 54952

ONLINE You may register for programs online by visiting our website and clicking on the link to our registration site.

Financial Assistance is available for eligible youth

living in the City of Menasha. Applications are

available at the MPRD office or on our website.

Checks should be made payable to: City of Menasha. Confirmation will be e-mailed, please be sure to include your email address on the form.

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TINY TOTS

This is our always popular program consisting of games,

music, story time, and arts/crafts. For potty-trained

children ages 3.5 to 5 (child must be 3 by April 1, 2017

for Session I or by September 1, 2017 for Session II). Only

one class per session per child. Classes are held at the

Memorial Building (640 Keyes Street, Menasha).

Session I

Monday/Wednesday

September 11-December 4 (no class November 22)

9:00-11:00am Activity #8401.101

Tuesday/Thursday


10:00am-12:00pm Activity #8401.102

FEE: $85/R $105/NR

Fall registration deadline September 5, 2017.

Session II

Monday/Wednesday

January 15-April 11, 2018 (no class March 26/28)

9:00-11:00am Activity #8101.201

Tuesday/Thursday

January 16-April 12, 2018 (no class March 27/29)

10:00am-12:00pm Activity #8101.202

FEE: $85/R $105/NR

Winter registration deadline January 7, 2018.

Your child will learn basic soccer skills like passing,

dribbling, shooting, and more in a fun, non-competitive

setting. Parents will take part in drills with their child in the

parent/child class. Classes will be held at the Clovis Soccer

Field.

Mondays—5 weeks

September 11-October 9

4:30-5:00pm Ages 2-3 (P/C) Activity #4401.101

5:05-5:35pm Ages 4-5 Activity #4402.101

6:15-6:45pm Ages 4-5 Activity #4402.102

5:40-6:10pm Ages 6-7 Activity #4403.101

FEE: $15 (R) $20 (NR)

Registration deadline September 5, 2017.

INTRO TO

PAINTING CLASSES

Lil Mad Kat Studio offers exciting painting classes for all

ages! Students will be guided through the class’s

featured painting with simple, step-by-step instructions.

So whether our students are aspiring to be the next Van

Gogh or just looking to explore their creative side,

everyone is sure to go home with a masterpiece that is

uniquely theirs. Suggested ages 6 to adult. For more

information about classes visit www.lilmadkatstudio.com

Classes will be held at the Memorial Building (640 Keyes

Street, Menasha) on Thursday evenings, 5:00-7:00pm.

Thursday, December 7

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Activity #8413.101

Thursday, February 1

Valentines! Activity #8113.101

FEE: $20 (R) $25 (NR)

Class fees include a pre-stretched canvas and the use of

art materials including paint, easel, brushes, palette and

apron.

ARCHERY

Learn safe and responsible archery skills through the

NASP (National Archery in the Schools Program). Basic

level is geared toward those seeking a first archery

experience, suggested ages 8-15. Intermediate is

intended for someone with previous archery experience

or to improve bow hunting skills, suggested ages 9+

(adults also encouraged to join!). All equipment

provided.

Archery will be taught at the Smith Park Pavilion (301

Park Street, Menasha).

Wednesdays—6 weeks

September 6-October 11

4:15-5:15pm Basic Activity #8421.101

5:15-6:15pm Intermediate Activity #8422.101

FEE: $15 (R) $20 (NR)

Registration deadline September 5, 2017.

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Gymnasts will be introduced to floor, beam, vault, and bars equipment. Skills advancement will be based on the overall

level of the class. If a class is more advanced than the following skill set, we will continue to a higher level of training. All

classes will be held at the Memorial Building (640 Keyes Street, Menasha).

Skills focus for each level:

Tiny Tumble/Tumble (ages 3-4 / 4-5) - hollow, candlestick, tripod, somersault, jumps

Novice (ages 6-7) - headstand, handstand, cartwheel, roundoff, bridge

Beginner (ages 8-9) - front walkover, back walkover, dive roll, back extension roll

Intermediate (ages 10-12) - front handspring, back handspring

Advanced (ages 11 and up) - Round off back handspring, fine-tuning previous skills

FEE: Tiny Tumble / Tumble / Novice $42/R $57/NR

Beginner / Intermediate/Advanced $50/R $68/NR

FALL Session: Tuesdays / 14 weeks

September 12-December 19

(no class October 31)

Class Time Skill Level Activity #

3:45-4:15pm Tiny tumble 3410.111

4:15-4:45pm Tumble 3411.111

4:45-5:15pm Novice 3412.111

5:05-5:50pm Intermediate 3414.111

5:45-6:15pm Tumble 3411.112

6:05-6:50pm Beginner 3413.111

6:40-7:40pm Advanced 3415.111

FALL Session: Wednesdays / 14 weeks

September 13-December 20

(no class November 22)


4:00-4:30pm Tiny tumble 3420.121

4:25-4:55pm Tumble 3421.121

4:50-5:20pm Novice 3422.121


6:20-7:05pm Beginner 3423.121

7:00-8:00pm Advanced 3425.121

WINTER Session: Tuesdays / 14 weeks

January 9-April 10


3:45-4:15pm Tiny tumble 3110.111

4:15-4:45pm Tumble 3111.111

4:45-5:15pm Novice 3112.111


5:45-6:15pm Tumble 3111.112

6:05-6:50pm Beginner 3113.111

6:40-7:40pm Advanced 3115.111

WINTER Session: Wednesdays / 14 weeks

January 10-April 11


4:00-4:30pm Tiny tumble 3120.121

4:25-4:55pm Tumble 3121.121

4:50-5:20pm Novice 3122.121


6:20-7:05pm Beginner 3123.121

7:00-8:00pm Advanced 3125.121

GYMNASTICS

DANCE WITH DANA

Wednesdays/14 weeks

FALL SESSION


5:55-6:25pm Ages 4-8 Activity #8441.221

8:00-8:30pm Ages 8-12 Activity #8442.222

FEE: $42/R $57/NR

Fall registration deadline September 5, 2017.

Wednesdays/14 weeks

WINTER SESSION

January 10-April 11

5:55-6:25pm Ages 4-8 Activity #8141.221

8:00-8:30pm Ages 8-12 Activity #8142.222

FEE: $42/R $57/NR

Winter registration deadline January 5, 2018.

Explore all genres of dance with this new class offering. An informal recital will be held at the end of the fall session in

December and at the end of the winter session in April. All classes will be held at the Memorial Building (640 Keyes

Street, Menasha).

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FEEL ‘N FIT—STEP

Join us for fun and easy to follow moves on the step in

this high energy and motivating cardio workout! Leah

Lutz is the instructor. Class will be held at Jefferson

Elementary School Gym (east door-#3). Some class dates

will be changed and re-scheduled due to school

functions. Participants should bring 3-5 lb. hand weights

and mats to class. Ages 14 and up, please.

Mondays / Wednesdays

FALL SESSION


6:30-7:30pm Activity #2401.101

WINTER SESSION

January 3-April 4 (no class March 26/28)

6:30-7:30pm Activity #2101.101

FEE: Per Session $35/R $45/NR

(pay in rec office or online)

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Essential oils are not new – they have been used

medicinally for centuries. Discover why and how more

people are experiencing their healing qualities!

101: Intro to Essential Oils

Curious about what essential oils are? This is the class for

you! Class will cover the basics of essential oils, what they

are, the importance of quality, and how to use them

correctly and safely.

Toxin-Free Home:

It’s time to take control of the yuck in your home and kick

it to the curb! This class will show you how to simply and

affordably rid your home of toxins with the help of

essential oils.

Kids ‘N Oils:

In this class, we’ll discuss the safe and proper way to use

essential oils on babies and kids. We will also talk about

the benefits of removing chemicals from our kids’ lives

and replacing those chemicals with essential oils. You will

have an opportunity to make a roller bottle to take home

to use and start experiencing the power of essential oils.

Classes will be held at the Memorial Building (640 Keyes

Street, Menasha) on Monday evenings, 6:00-7:30pm. Sign

up for one or join us for all of them!

Monday, September 18

Oils 101 Activity #2481.101

Monday, October 9

Toxin-Free Home Activity #2482.111

Monday, January 22

Oils 101 Activity #2181.101

Monday, February 19

Kids ‘N Oils Activity #2182.201

FEE: $6 (R) $9 (NR)

ESSENTIAL OILS!

Instructor Sandee Scovronski leads this floor exercise

program set to music, with toning and stretching suitable

for older adults. Class will be held at the Memorial

Building (640 Keyes Street, Menasha).

Tuesdays / Thursdays

FALL SESSION


8:30-9:30am Activity #2402.101

WINTER SESSION

January 9-April 5 (no class March 27/29)

8:30-9:30am Activity #2102.101

FEE: Per Class $3, collected by instructor

OR

Per Session $35/R $45/NR

(pay in rec office or online)

SLIMNASTICS

Dates: Wednesdays, November 1—February 28

(except 11/22/2017 and 12/27/2017)

Location: MHS Fieldhouse

Time: 6:30-9:30pm (subject to change)

Fee: $1.00 per night, collected by supervisor

OPEN GYM

SMITH PARK WINTER GALA Saturday, February 3

Held at Smith Park and Memorial Building from 12-3:30pm

Free amateur snow sculpting, sign up your team by January 31

Observe Pro Sculptors

Outdoor winter golf, three age groups, cool trophies

Children’s storytelling at 1:00pm in the Memorial Building

View displays at the Menasha Historical Society

Petting zoo outside the Memorial Building

Cross country skiing in Smith Park (equipment may be

available-call ahead)

Events may be modified or cancelled due to weather conditions.

*Co-Sponsored by the Doty Island Development Council*

Visit our website in January for more information.

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Come have a ghoulishly good time! Areas near the park shelter

will be sectioned off for three age groups and will be converted

into a pumpkin patch. Kids search for small shiny pumpkin

coins and trade them in for candy and other special prizes at the

park shelter. Kids should bring a flashlight and are encouraged

to dress in costume. Event is held at Clovis Grove Park.

Pre-registration is not required for this event.

Monday, October 30 (rain or shine)

Ages/Times: Group 1 4 & under 6:00pm

Group 2 5-7 6:15pm

Group 3 8 & up 6:30pm

This is a FREE event!

GREAT PUMPKIN HUNT MENASHA FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Starts September 16

Registration forms and payments are not accepted at the Parks and Recreation Department.

Sponsored by the Menasha Football Club.

Who: Grades K-5

When: Saturdays, September 16-October 14

Where: Menasha High School Practice Fields

(8th Street)

Times: K-2 10:00-11:00am

Grades 3-5 11:00am-12:00pm

Cost: $20.00, includes t-shirt/jersey

Registration: Due by September 16 (clinic). Go to

www.menashabluejayfootball.com for registration form.

Questions: Contact Coach Jeramie Korth at (920)858-4803 or

email [email protected]

Take a ride through the beautifully decorated streets of the

Menasha Island!

Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, view the reindeer, and sample hot

beverages and cookies!

Date: Friday, December 8

Times: Eight rides will take off from the Memorial Building

(640 Keyes Street). The first trip departs at 5:00pm

and the last trip of the evening leaves at 8:30pm.

Register: 60 Tickets for each time slot will go on sale at the

Parks and Recreation office beginning November 1

through December 8. Any remaining trip tickets will

be sold at the Memorial Building on December 8

starting at 5:00pm. Latecomers cannot be

guaranteed a ride.

FEE: Cost is $2 per ticket

Ages two and under are free and no ticket is

required.

HOLIDAY HAYRIDE

CITY SKI AND SNOWSHOE TRAILS

(Ski trails groomed for traditional and skate skiing.)

Smith Park Ski Trail 1.5 miles, flat, traditional & skate skiing, no

restrooms, call 967-3642 for conditions.

Ski Trail and Snowshoeing (Conservancy Area) Located 1/4

mile East of Oneida Street, North side of STH 114. Flat, wooded

with ponds, 1.5 miles. Please do not walk or snowshoe on

groomed ski tracks.

Snowshoeing (Heckrodt Wetland Reserve) 1305 Plank Road.

2+ miles, flat, wooded. Call 720-9349 for information.

Comfortable warming shelter with a fireplace and limited

ice skate rental available for 50¢ per half hour, payable at

the shelter. Areas are set aside for both free skate and

casual hockey play.

Winter Shelter Hours:

Monday-Friday 4:00-8:00pm

Saturday/Holidays 12:00-8:00pm

Sundays: 1:00-8:00pm

Skatepark is open weather permitting. The city does not

remove snow from the skatepark.

ICE SKATING—HART PARK

LIABILITY INFORMATION: You should be aware that Parks & Recreation programs involve an element of risk or danger for all participants and may cause serious injury, death or property loss. The Menasha Parks & Recreation Department does not provide nor cover any medical or hospital insurance for participants in our programs. All persons participating in MPRD sponsored activities must provide their own insurance and assume risk of all injuries.

Parent/Guardian Signature Date I have read and understand the liability and photo release information listed above.

Please share any special concerns (medical/other disability) regarding you or your child so that we may better serve you:

PHOTO RELEASE: I authorize Menasha Parks and Recreation Staff to photograph me (or my underage child(ren) and to use the photos to promote their programs and

services in printed materials or on the web without further notice to me. Names will not be published. YES NO

City of Menasha 100 Main Street, Suite 200

Menasha, WI 54952

Program Registration Form

Participant First & Last Name M/F Birthdate Class Name Class Number Fee

Total Fees $

I would like to make a donation to the Family Assistance Fund in the amount of $

The Family Assistance Fund helps to provide financial assistance to those unable to afford program fees for youth activities. This is an optional program.

Total Amount $

•Please Print, One Family Per Form! •Residency Status Will Be Verified

Parent First Name: Last Name: (primary emergency contact)

Address: E-mail: (Please provide for receipt to be sent

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone:

Secondary Contact Person: Relationship to Child:

Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone:

Residency City of Menasha City of Appleton City of Neenah Fox Crossing Other:

City of Menasha

100 Main Street, Suite 200

Menasha, WI 54952

City residents, groups, or city business affiliated events will have the opportunity to reserve park shelters/areas on a first-

come, first-served basis beginning the first working day in January. Companies must have a significant presence within

city limits in order to reserve facilities on the first day. Non-residents will have the opportunity to reserve a park shelter/

area starting February 1. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance.

Park Shelter Rental Information

Check pavilion and shelter availability using the link on our website.

To reserve a park shelter/area, a Park Facility Reservation Form must be filled out and all fees paid in full. We are

unable to “hold” a date prior to receiving the completed reservation and payment. Reservations CANNOT be made

over the phone or online. Neenah, Appleton, and Fox Crossing groups pay resident rates.

Reservations accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00am–4:00pm at Menasha City Center, 100 Main Street, 2nd

Floor. Reservation form can be printed from our website (Parks Information on the Parks and Recreation

Department page).

2018 Park Reservations accepted beginning January 2 for all City Residents

Looking for a room to host a bridal or baby shower, anniversary, or birthday party? The Menasha Senior Center rents out its Fellowship Hall! Rental Rates include use of the kitchen. Please call the Senior Center (920-967-3530) for more information and available dates.

Senior Center Rental Information

Smith Park Wedding

Reservation Procedures

City of Menasha residents only may reserve wedding space at Smith Park 30 months in advance. When determining residency for weddings, either the bride, groom, or one of their parents or grandparents must reside in the City of Menasha at the time the reservation is made. Non-residents may book a wedding at Smith Park 18 months in advance. To reserve a wedding at Smith Park, a Park Facility Reservation Form must be completed and returned along with full payment to our office at 100 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. Reservations CANNOT be made over the phone.

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