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AdAptive RecReAtion
Winter programs • December 2009 & January, February 2010
Helping to Make Saint Paul
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Contents Welcome To Adaptive Recreation
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation’s Adaptive Recreation Program pro-
contact information .................2 vides leisure services to individuals who are mentally and/or physically
Weather policy .........................2 disabled. Recreational, educational, and cultural activities are offered
throughout the year at various recreation centers, community educa-
Holiday observations ..............2 tion sites and other venues throughout Saint Paul.
classes & Activities ............... 3– 4
Fitness Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Multi-Cultural Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . 3 On-line Registration
Valentine Gift Craft Project . . . . . . 3 Newsletter by Email
PDF Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The ARCH newsletter is published quarterly. You can have it mailed
Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 to your home or work address or have it emailed.
To help save on postage and printing, please consider getting the
Focus on Fitness challenge .......4 newsletter via email – or, if you prefer, you may make a donation toward
ongoing Activities ....................4 the postage/printing costs. The emailed version is sent to you the day
Pickin’ & Grinnin’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 after it is mailed through the Postal Service. The newsletter should ar-
Open Swim/Swim Exercise . . . . . . 4 rive at everyone’s house on the same day. To receive the newsletter by
Daytime Leisure Club . . . . . . . . . . 4 email, fill in the information on the registration page or contact Mark at
651-793-6517 or mark.toupal@ci.stpaul.mn.us.
Special events ...................... 5– 6 When you receive your email subscription, please contact us again
Transition-Age to confirm that you can successfully open the attachment and ask to be
Afternoon at the Movies . . . . . . . . 5 taken off of the Postal Service mailing list.
Transition-Age To register online, go to www.stpaul.gov/parks and click on the links.
Bowling & Pizza Day . . . . . . . . . . 5 You can still mail your registration or bring it to the Adaptive Recre-
Bingo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ation Office.
Build, Bake, & Eat Pizza . . . . . . . . 5
Night at the Movies . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Camping Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Weather Policy
Oliver! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Winter is here - along with hazardous driving conditions due to the
white stuff. Occasionally, we must cancel programs due to bad weather.
Flu Season ...............................6 On those days, the decision to cancel will be made by 2:30 p.m. Ev-
volunteer .................................7 ery effort will be made to contact those registered for that evening's
program. To help us in our decision-making process, please notify
Sports ......................................7
us if you decide not to attend a program. You may also call our main
Adaptive Recreation
phone number, 651-793-6635. If activities are canceled, we will leave
Basketball League . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
a recorded message.
Midway Bowling League . . . . . . . . 7
Activity calendars ................ 8–9
Activity Locations .....................9
Holiday Observations & Office Hours
The Adaptive Recreation Office will be closed to observe various
transportation policy ............. 10 holidays this season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New
Ride Coupons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Year’s Day, MLK Day, and President’s Day. In addition, we do not have
Registration Guidelines .......... 10 a receptionist and at times we are away from the office for meetings or
activities. So if you plan to stop by our office, please call in advance.
Registration Form .............. 11–12 Our individual numbers are listed below.
adaptive recreation contact inForMation
Adaptive Recreation Office 651-793-6635
Fax: 651-772-7696 • Website: www.stpaul.gov/parks
Ev Senty Mark Toupal Colleen Tusa
651-793-6634 651-793-6517 651-793-6561
ev.senty@ci.stpaul.mn.us mark.toupal@ci.stpaul.mn.us colleen.tusa@ci.stpaul.mn.us
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Classes & Activities
valentine Gift craft project
When : Saturday, February 6
(transition-age/young adult)
Saturday, February 13 (adults)
Where: North Dale Recreation Center
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
CosT: $10
DeaDline: Monday, February 1
(transition-age/young adult)
Monday, February 8 (adults)
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4
Fitness Fun info : Colleen, 651-793-6561
When : Mondays, January 4 – February 22 Do you have a special someone who deserves a special
(No class Jan. 18 or Feb. 15) Valentine’s gift? It could be a sweetheart, friend, parent,
grandparent, teacher, or just a good buddy. This craft activity
Where: El Rio Vista Recreation Center
will allow you to create a unique gift to give as a Valentine’s
Time: 7 – 8 p.m. present. We can’t tell you too much about the project . . . just
CosT: $15.00 in case the person you want to give it to reads the newsletter,
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:6 too. Be assured that it will be a creation that will have your
own personal touch – a gift to be treasured. This is a one-day
info : Colleen, 651-793-6561 craft activity. Follow the deadlines for registration; however
Have you made a New Year’s Resolution that included they may fill before the deadline date.
improving your fitness? Then come join us for this excellent
exercise program. Fitness Fun is designed to provide indi-
viduals who are mentally disabled with an opportunity to
pdF crafts
improve their physical fitness and self-image. The program (painting, drawing, & Framing)
will include a warm up, stretching and toning exercises, When : Wednesdays, February 17 – March 24
aerobics and a cool down. Please dress for exercise and Where: Griggs Recreation Center
bring a beach towel to lay on for floor exercises.
Time: 7 – 8:15 p.m.
Multi-cultural crafts CosT: $20.00
When : Wednesdays, January 6 – February 10 sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:5
Where: Griggs Recreation Center info : Colleen, 651-793-6561
It’s like three art classes in one! This class will spark your
Time: 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
painting and drawing skills and also trigger your creative
CosT: $20.00 talents by crafting your own frames. We will use a variety of
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4 paints, pencils and different sized papers to make original
info : Colleen, 651-793-6561 pieces of art. Then we will personally craft unique frames to
display our most inspirational and favorite pieces.
Who knew that you could travel the world with Adaptive
Recreation? You can, just by joining us at our Multi-cultural
craft class. This activity will focus on the many different
cultures throughout the world and how crafts can represent
those cultures. Participants will have an opportunity to
explore other cultures and countries in this class by creat-
ing craft projects from around the world! Join us for this
bountiful international experience.
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Classes & Activities continued
ongoing
Swim Lessons
Who : Children & Adults with Activities
Developmental/Cognitive Disabilities
When : Thursdays, February 25 – April 8
Where: Great River Water Park pickin’ & Grinnin’
Time: 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. When : Monday, Dec. 7, Jan. 11, 25, Feb. 8, 22
CosT: $8.00 registration (page 11) Where: Obama Elementary
+ $4.00 weekly at the pool (formerly Webster Elementary)
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:1 Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
info : Ev, 651-793-6634 CosT: $1 per person, payable at door.
Swim Lessons provide an opportunity to learn basic swim info : Ev, 651-793-6634
skills: breath control, floats and strokes. Advanced swim- sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:30
mers can refine the skills they already possess. Lessons are Pickin' 'n' Grinnin' is an old-fashioned sing-along with
taught by volunteer instructors under the direction of an added fun. We have rhythm instruments available to use
Adapted Aquatics Instructor. and room for dancing. We meet the 2nd and 4th Mondays
of each month, except holidays and/or school breaks.
open Swim/Swim exercise
Focus on Fitness Challenge When : Thursday evenings
Get focused and get fit with Adaptive Recreation Where: Great River Water Park
by joining our “Focus on Fitness Challenge”. No
matter what your fitness level is, the Fitness Chal- Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dec. 3 – Feb. 18*
lenge gives you an opportunity to get active, stay 7:30 -8:30 p.m. Feb. 25 – April 8
active and live healthier. You can choose which CosT: $4.00 per evening (payable at pool)
activities to become involved in, set personal goals,
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:12
and with the help of your family and/or your care-
giver, chart your progress. ConTaCT: Ev, 651-793-6635
By joining the “Focus on Fitness” Program (a Make a splash with Adaptive Recreation at our Open
registration fee of $7.00 is listed on our registra- Swim/Swim Exercise Program. This activity is designed
tion page). For that fee you will receive a t-shirt to for people with cognitive disabilities. The first ½ hour will
wear proudly to activities, a folder with nutrition include Adaptive Recreation staff leading water exercises for
and exercise information, charts for your personal those who are interested, followed by ½ hour of free time to
evaluation, progress and achievements. If you al- enjoy swimming and unstructured play. If you’d rather not
ready have your t-shirt and would like to renew join in the water exercise program, you can come and swim
your membership, then the fee is only $5.00. The laps, enjoy the water slides, etc. It’s easy to participate, just
renewal will provide you with additional charts, contact the Adaptive Recreation Program by 4:00 p.m. the
progress reports, and more. day(s) you plan on attending. *Please note we will not meet
Dec. 24 or 31.
The program’s goal is to help you become more
aware of the benefits of exercise which can then
lead to a healthier and happier lifestyle. So, get up daytime Leisure club
and get “Focused on Fitness” and join Adaptive Adaptive Recreation offers a day program called Daytime
Recreation’s Fitness Challenge! For more infor- Leisure Club on Thursdays at Phalen Recreation Center
mation on Adaptive Recreation Focus on Fitness for adults and/or transition-age youth. Activities included
Challenge contact Colleen at 651-793-6561. are Art Creation and Open and Structured Gym Time. For
more information, call Colleen at 651-793-6561.
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special events
transition-Age Afternoon at Bingo
the Movies When : Tuesday, January 5
When : Tuesday, December 29 Tuesday, February 2
Where: Theater to be determined Where: Hazel Park Recreation Center
Time: Afternoon showing Time: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.
CosT: $7.00* CosT: $3.00 for 1 or 2 cards, $1.00 each add’l card
If attending both sessions, must pay for both
DeaDline: Wednesday, December 16
DeaDline: Monday, January 4
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4
Monday, February 1
info : Ev, 651-793-6634
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:8
Will it be action? Suspense? Comedy? Animation? Join
your friends at Adaptive Recreation when we head out to an info : Ev, 651-793-6634
area theater to see a show. We’ll choose a movie that is rated Join Adaptive Recreation for an evening of low-key com-
G, PG, or PG-13. Bring extra money if you want popcorn, petition and fun. Staff, parents and PCAs are welcome to
pop or other snacks. This activity is for transition-age youth stay and assist at no charge. If they would like to play, please
(14 – 22 years old). Registration for this event is limited and register and pay in advance.
may fill before the deadline date. Staff/parents who attend
this event with their clients must also pay the activity fee.
Build, Bake, & eat pizza
*Please Note: We plan to use theaters that charge no more When : Tuesday, January 19
than $7.00. If those theaters aren’t showing appropriate Where: El Rio Vista Recreation Center
movies on this date, we may ask you to pay an extra dollar or
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
two to cover the cost of a ticket at a different theater.
CosT: $12.00
transition-Age Bowling & DeaDline: Tuesday, January 12
pizza day sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:5
When : Wednesday, December 30 info : Ev, 651-793-6634
Where: Midway Pro Bowl* Get together with friends and combine all your favorite
Time: 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. ingredients on a designer pizza. Come prepared for a good
CosT: $13.00 time and good eats. Salad and pop will also be served.
Registration for this event is limited and may fill before the
DeaDline: Monday, December 28 deadline date.
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4
info : Mark, 651-793-6517
Have some spare time on your hands during the holiday
break? Join Adaptive Recreation for a fun time bowling
and eating pizza with your friends. We’ll toss in something
extra every few frames to add some excitement to the game.
This activity is for transition-age youth (14 – 22 years old).
*Unfortunately Midway Pro Bowl is not wheelchair
accessible.
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special events continued oliver!
When : Sunday, February 28
night at the Movies Where: Lyric Arts Theatre – Anoka, MN
When : Tuesday, February 16 Time: 2:00 p.m.
Where: Theater to be determined CosT: $17.00
Time: Evening showing DeaDline: Friday, Jan. 15
CosT: $7.00* sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:9
DeaDline: Friday, February 5 info : Ev, 651-793-6634
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4 This beloved musical adaptation vividly brings to life
Charles Dickens’ timeless characters with its ever popular
info : Ev, 651-793-6634
story of the boy who asked for more. Oliver! follows the
Will it be action? Suspense? Comedy? Animation? Join adventures of an innocent and kind-hearted orphan who, in
your friends at Adaptive Recreation when we head out to an his quest to find a loving home, falls in league with a troop of
area theater to see a show. We’ll choose a movie that is rated young pickpockets and a few unsavory adults. This Popular
G, PG, or PG-13. Bring extra money if you want popcorn, musical features such well known songs as: Food, Glorious
pop or other snacks. Registration for this event is limited Food, As Long As He Needs Me, and Where is Love. Registra-
and may fill before the deadline date. Staff/parents who at- tion for this event is limited and may fill before the deadline
tend this event with their clients must also pay the activity date. Staff/Family members who attend with their clients
fee. *Please Note: We plan to use theaters that charge no must also pay the activity fee.
more than $7.00. If those theaters aren’t showing appropri-
ate movies on this date, we may ask you to pay an extra dol-
lar or two to cover the cost of a ticket at a different theater.
camping trip FLU seAson
It’s flu season and Adaptive Recreation would like you to
When : Friday - Sunday, Feb. 19, 20, 21
stay healthy and not spread any of those icky old germs.
Where: Confidence Learning Center
Near Brainerd, MN What Can You Do?
Time: depart early afternoon on Friday The most important thing you can do is take basic precau-
CosT: $110 per person tions to avoid contracting and spreading the flu virus.
DeaDline: Tuesday, Dec. 29 • Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or
sneezing by using your elbow.
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:4
• Wash your hands often and avoid touching
info : Mark, 651-793-6517 your eyes, nose or mouth.
Enjoy a weekend in the great outdoors at Confidence • If you are sick, stay home. Avoid close contact
Learning Center. Each camper will encounter many rec- with others who are sick.
reational and educational activities. Although we will stay
in cabins, everyone will have the opportunity to participate • Do not share eating utensils, drinking glasses,
in outdoor activities. This is a popular activity and since towels or other personal items.
registration is limited, it fills quickly. Campers should be • Stay healthy. Get plenty of sleep, be physically
ambulatory and willing to take part in outdoor winter activi- active, manage your stress, drink plenty of
ties. Registration for this event is limited and may fill before fluids, and eat nutritious food.
the deadline date. If you become ill with flu-like symptoms including fever,
body aches, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting or
diarrhea and have recently visited a location where influenza
cases have been confirmed, you may wish to contact a physi-
cian, particularly if you are worried about your symptoms.
If you do not have a health care provider, call United Way
First Call for Help at 211 or (651) 291-0211 from your cell
phone.
Information obtained from: City of St. Paul Health Department
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sports
Adaptive Recreation
Basketball League
When : A Division: Tuesday evenings,
VoLUnteer Beginning January 19, 2010.
B Division: Thursday evenings,
with Adaptive Re cre ation Beginning January 21, 2010.
Where: A Division – TBD
B Division – Phalen Recreation Center
Time: Varies according to schedule
The Adaptive Recreation calendars for the upcoming
CosT: Team registration fee:
months include opportunities to support Adaptive Recre-
ation’s goal in providing quality leisure programs through A Division – $75.00/team
volunteering. Current volunteer opportunities include: B Division – $60.00/team
info : Mark, 651-793-6517
Volunteer Score Keepers are being recruited The City of Saint Paul is accepting registration for the
to assist with score keeping for the “Big Six” Basketball 2010 Adaptive Recreation Basketball League. The A Divi-
League. Volunteer Score Keepers are responsible for sion is intended for those teams whose members have a
keeping score, calling in subs, working with the referees thorough understanding of the basketball rules as set forth
and interacting with team members and coaches. Check by the National Federation. The B Division is intended for
our calendars to see when the games will be held. those teams whose members have a basic understanding of
the basketball rules as set forth by the National Federation
Swim Instructors work on a one-to-one basis with but lack the experience or ability necessary to compete in
individuals who have cognitive disabilities, under the the A Division. All teams will be evaluated during the first
supervision of an Adapted Aquatics Specialist, teaching week of play to ensure that they are appropriately placed.
basic swim skills and refining skills already possessed. League officials reserve the right to reassign teams and/or
Lessons are Thursday evenings, February 25 - April 8. individuals to ensure that all participants play in the Divi-
sion that is appropriate for their skill level.
Arts & Crafts Assistants assist with craft
programs that provide participants an opportunity to Midway Bowling League
explore their creativity. As a volunteer, you will work on When : Saturdays, March 6 – May 8
a small group or individualized basis with participants Where: Midway Pro Bowl
encouraging creativity, basic skills of the craft, promot-
ing development of fine motor skills as well as providing Time: Transition-Age at 10:00 a.m.
support to participants that may be having difficulty with Adults at 10:00 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.
their project. Interested individuals are invited to join us CosT: $15.00 per person plus $4.00 each week.
for Multi-Cultural Crafts and/or our new PDF (Painting info : Mark, 651-793-6517
Drawing and Framing Class).
sTaff/ParTiCiPanT r aTio : 1:100
For more information regarding volunteering The Midway Bowling League is for individuals who are
mentally disabled and ambulatory. We offer two bowling
with the Adaptive Recreation Program,
times on Saturdays. Teens and young adults bowl from
contact Ev Senty at 651-793-6634 10:00 a.m. to noon. All other adults can bowl at 10 a.m. or
or ev.senty@ci.stpaul.mn.us. 12:30 p.m.
There are only 24 lanes available for the 12:30 p.m.
time slot. The first 24 teams who choose the 12:30 p.m.
time slot will bowl in the afternoon. All other adult teams
will then bowl in the morning league.
The $15.00 registration fee covers secretary fees and the
end-of-the-season banquet. You still need to pay $4.00 each
week for bowling. 7
sunday Monday tuesday Wednesday thursday Friday saturday
1 2 3 4 5
7:00 – 8:15 Pm
holiday crafts
Griggs Rec Center 6:30 – 9:30 Pm
7:00 – 7:45 Pm 7:00 – 8:00 Pm 10 am & 12:30 Pm
adaPted swiM 6:30 – 8:30 Pm cookie Bake & take
D
oPen swiM & Johnson High School Midway Bowling
lessons BasketBall swiM exercise league [fall]
Como Elementary Practice Registration Full
Great River Water Park Midway Pro Bowl
Phalen Rec Center
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6 7 8 9 10 11 12
7:00 – 8:15 Pm
holiday crafts
Griggs Rec Center 6:30 – 9:30 Pm
C
7:00 – 7:45 Pm 7:00 – 8:00 Pm 10 am & 12:30 Pm
adaPted swiM 6:30 – 8:30 Pm cookie Bake & take
7:00 – 8:00 Pm oPen swiM & Johnson High School Midway Bowling
hiP hoP lessons BasketBall swiM exercise league [fall]
Como Elementary Practice Registration Full
dance kraze Great River Water Park Midway Pro Bowl
El Rio Vista Rec Center Phalen Rec Center
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7:00 – 8:00 Pm
Pickin’ & grinnin’
14 15
7:00 – 8:15 Pm
holiday crafts
16 17 18 19
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2:00 Pm Griggs Rec Center
Obama Elementary 7:00 – 7:45 Pm
sisters of swing 7:00 – 8:00 Pm 10 am & 12:30 Pm
History Theatre 7:00 – 8:00 Pm adaPted swiM 6:30 – 8:30 Pm
oPen swiM & Midway Bowling
Registration Full hiP hoP lessons BasketBall swiM exercise league [fall]
dance kraze Como Elementary Practice Great River Water Park Midway Pro Bowl
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El Rio Vista Rec Center Phalen Rec Center
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
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Christmas Christmas
EvE day
6:30 – 8:30 Pm City Holiday - Office Closed
BasketBall no activities
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Practice scheduled no activities
Phalen Rec Center
27 28 29 11 am – 1 Pm
30 31 1 2
Transition-Age
Transition-Age Bowling & Pizza nEw yEar's
afternoon at Midway Pro Bowl day
the Movies 6:30 – 8:30 Pm City Holiday - Office Closed
Time & LocaTion TBa BasketBall
Practice no activities
Phalen Rec Center
3 4 5 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
6 7 8 9
Multi-cultural
crafts
J
Griggs Rec Center 7:00 – 8:00 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
fitness fun Bingo 6:30 – 8:30 Pm oPen swiM &
El Rio Vista Rec Center Hazel Park Rec Center BasketBall swiM exercise
Practice Great River Water Park
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Phalen Rec Center
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
7:00 – 8:00 Pm
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Pickin’ & grinnin’ 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
Obama Elementary Multi-cultural
7:00 – 8:00 Pm
crafts
7:00 – 8:00 Pm Griggs Rec Center oPen swiM &
fitness fun swiM exercise
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El Rio Vista Rec Center no BasketBall Practice Great River Water Park
17 18 19 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
20 21 22 23
A
6:30 – 8:30 Pm 7:30 – 8:30 Pm
martin Multi-cultural oPen swiM &
LuthEr King Build, Bake, & eat crafts
Pizza swiM exercise
Jr. hoLiday Griggs Rec Center Great River Water Park
El Rio Vista Rec Center
6:30 – 8:30 Pm
City Holiday - Office Closed
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big six a division BasketBall big six b division
no activities BasketBall Practice BasketBall
Time & LocaTion TBa Phalen Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
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7:00 – 8:15 Pm
7:30 – 8:30 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm Multi-cultural oPen swiM &
Pickin’ & grinnin’ crafts swiM exercise
Obama Elementary big six a division Griggs Rec Center Great River Water Park
BasketBall 6:30 – 8:30 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm Time & LocaTion TBa big six b division
BasketBall
fitness fun BasketBall
31 El Rio Vista Rec Center Practice
Phalen Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
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sunday Monday tuesday Wednesday thursday Friday saturday
1 2 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
3 4 5 6
7:00 – 8:00 Pm
7:00 – 8:15 Pm Multi-cultural oPen swiM &
Bingo crafts
Hazel Park Rec Center swiM exercise 11:30 am – 12:45 Pm
Griggs Rec Center Great River Water Park
7:00 – 8:00 Pm Transition-Age
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6:30 – 8:30 Pm
fitness fun big six a division big six b division valentine crafts
El Rio Vista Rec Center BasketBall North Dale Rec Center
BasketBall Practice BasketBall
Time & LocaTion TBa Phalen Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
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7 8 9 7:00 – 8:15 Pm
10 11 12 13
7:00 – 8:00 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm Multi-cultural oPen swiM &
Pickin’ & grinnin’ crafts swiM exercise
Obama Elementary Griggs Rec Center 11:30 am – 12:45 Pm
B
big six a division Great River Water Park Adult
BasketBall 6:30 – 8:30 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm
BasketBall big six b division valentine crafts
fitness fun Time & LocaTion TBa North Dale Rec Center
Practice BasketBall
El Rio Vista Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
Phalen Rec Center
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PrEsidEnt's
15
night at the
16
7:00 – 8:15 Pm
Pdf crafts
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7:00 – 8:00 Pm
oPen swiM &
18 19 20
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day Movies Griggs Rec Center swiM exercise
Time & LocaTion TBa Great River Water Park caMPing triP caMPing triP
City Holiday - Office Closed 6:30 – 8:30 Pm Confidence Learning Confidence Learning
big six a division BasketBall big six b division Center Center
no activities BasketBall Practice BasketBall
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Time & LocaTion TBa Phalen Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
6:45 – 7:30 Pm
21 22 23 24 swiM lessons 25 26 27
7:00 – 8:15 Pm 7:30 – 8:30 Pm
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7:00 – 8:00 Pm
Pickin’ & grinnin’ Pdf crafts oPen swiM &
Obama Elementary Griggs Rec Center swiM exercise
caMPing triP big six a division Great River Water Park
Confidence Learning BasketBall 6:30 – 8:30 Pm
7:00 – 8:00 Pm big six b division
Center BasketBall
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fitness fun Time & LocaTion TBa
Practice BasketBall
El Rio Vista Rec Center Time & LocaTion TBa
Phalen Rec Center
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2:00 Pm
oliver!
Lyric Arts Theatre
Anoka, MN
ACtivity LoCAtionS
Como Elementary 780 W. Wheelock Pkwy. 651-293-8820
El Rio Vista Recreation Center 179 E. Robie St. 55107 651-789-2500
Great River Water Park &
270 No. Lexington Pkwy. 55104 651-642-0650
Jimmy Lee Recreation Center
Griggs Recreation Center 1188 Hubbard Av. 55104 651-298-5755
Hazel Park Recreation Center 945 N. Hazel Ave. 55119 651-501-6350
Midway Pro Bowl 1556 University Av. 55104 651-646-1396
Phalen Recreation Center 1000 E. Wheelock Pkwy. 55106 651-793-6600
Obama Elementary 707 Holly Avenue 651-293-8625
(formerly Webster Elementary)
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Registration Guidelines
Transportation City of St. Paul Residents will receive priority in registering on a first-
come, first-serve basis. Non-residents will be placed on a waiting list and
Policy registrations will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis after seven
You must be a resident of St. Paul to ride working days have passed since the mailing of the newsletter. City boundar-
in our vans. Ride reservations are on a first- ies are roughly: Larpenteur to the north, McKnight to the east, Annapolis
come, first-served basis. Pick-up locations to the south and the Mississippi River and Hwy. 280 to the west.
are limited to four (4) sites - based on daily Group Home Policy: Only two residents from the same address may
customer requests. Requests must be made attend the same program that has limited registration. This allows equal
the day of the activity, between the hours of opportunity to participate in the activities we offer and prevents any one
9 a.m. and 3 p.m. For weekend activities, residence from dominating our programs. These participants can indi-
call before 3 p.m. on the preceding Friday. vidually select programs of interest to them and socially interact with peers
The cost for a van ride is $2 per activity. whom they don't normally meet or live with. After the registration deadline
of a program, we may find space available to allow more residents into that
To register for a ride: program. However, until that has been established, we are unable to accept
1. Call 651-793-6635. This more than two individuals into the same session.
number might go directly to Program Placement Guidelines: In addition to these guidelines, in-
voice mail. You must use this dividuals must be able to participate independently within the stated staff/
phone number. It is the only participant ratio or supply a personal aide in order to take part successfully
phone line that the drivers can in appropriate programs.
access. If you leave a message
Registration Confirmation: You will be contacted only if the class has
on other voice mail, you may
been canceled or if the class registration has filled.
not get a ride.
Refund Policy: All refunds must be requested prior to the date of the
2. Leave a message with name,
event or first class meeting. Refunds will not be issued for any reason for
address, phone number and
any single registration costing $10 or less. Refunds for classes/events cost-
activity you will attend. The
ing more than $10 will be reduced by $10. If you are signed up for a special
driver will call after 3 p.m. with
event where tickets are purchased in advance, you will be charged the full
the pick-up time.
amount of the ticket unless someone on the waiting list can take your place.
No standing ride requests will be Exceptions will be granted only if Adaptive Recreation is unable to provide
honored. Participants are encouraged the service for which the fees were paid, for example: class is canceled or
to use alternate means of transporta- class is already filled.
tion. For information, call the Adaptive
Deadlines: Deadlines for registrations are often noted in newsletter ar-
Recreation Office.
ticles. Please note that Adaptive Recreation activities are popular and may
fill before the deadline date. We encourage you to register early to avoid
missing out on the FUN!
Payment Plan: If you are unable to pay the program registration fees,
contact the Program Supervisor to discuss an alternate payment plan.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Policy: We can provide supervision for par-
ticipants only during the listed activity hours. We will not be responsible
for participants left waiting for transportation after the scheduled activity
time is over.
Integration/Inclusion Opportunities: Inclusion allows individuals
who have disabilities the opportunity to participate in recreation programs
with non-disabled peers. Adaptive Recreation will make every reasonable
RIDE COUPONS
effort to help residents with disabilities participate in the programs offered
Riders must pay $2 each evening they by the City of St. Paul. To ensure a safe, positive inclusion experience,
ride in the Adaptive Recreation van. We Adaptive Recreation staff will talk with each participant and their parents/
sell Coupons in packets of 10 for $20. guardians to get to know the participant's desires, abilities and needs prior
To buy Ride Coupons, use the form on to the beginning of the program.
page 11.
Please Note: It is always advisable to check with your doctor before
beginning any exercise/fitness program.
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Adaptive Recreation Registration
WINTER • (December 2009, January & February 2010)
One form per person. Please fill out BOTH SIDES of this form and return the entire page.
Check the program(s) you would like to register for.
choice Activity / cLASS SpeciAL inFo coSt
Focus on Fitness Challenge [New Member] $7 .00
Focus on Fitness Challenge [Renewal] $5 .00
Class: Fitness Fun $15 .00
Class: Multi-Cultural Crafts $20 .00
Class: PDF (Painting, Drawing, Framing) Crafts $20 .00
Class: Swim Lessons Register and pay registration fee with this form, plus pay weekly fees. $8 .00
For individuals with Developmental Disabilities .
Class: Valentine Gift Project – Transition-Age, February 6 $10 .00
Class: Valentine Gift Project – Adult, February 13 $10 .00
Pickin' & Grinnin' Register using this form, but pay the admission fee each evening at the door. $1 .00
Open Swim/Swim Exercise Register using this form, but pay the admission fee each evening at the door. $4 .00
Special Event: Bingo (January 5) $3 .00
Special Event: Bingo (February 2) $3 .00
Special Event: Build Bake, & Eat Pizza $12 .00
Special Event: Camping Trip $110 .00
Special Event: Night at the Movies I need wheelchair seating
$7 .00
Anyone who attends this activity must pay the ticket price, including staff or family members.
Special Event: Oliver! I need wheelchair seating
$17 .00
Anyone who attends this activity must pay the ticket price, including staff or family members.
Special Event: I need wheelchair seating
$7 .00
Transition-Age Afternoon at the Movies Anyone who attends this activity must pay the ticket price, including staff or family members.
Special Event: Transition-Age Bowling & Pizza Day $13 .00
Sports: "Big Six" Basketball League – A Division (Team Registration) $75 .00
Sports: "Big Six" Basketball League – B Division (Team Registration) $60 .00
Sports: Midway Pro Bowling League Register and pay registration fee with this form, plus pay weekly fees. $15 .00
Newsletter by email email address: _______________________________________ FREE
Donation for Postage and Printing $___ .___
Ride Coupons pack of 10 $20 .00
To register for activities on this page, mail this form with payment to: Write only one check, payable to: City of Saint Paul
Adaptive Recreation
Enclosed is Check Number _______________
1000 E. Wheelock Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55106 in the amount of $ _______________
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Adaptive Recreation
1000 E. Wheelock Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55106
An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer
www.stpaul.gov/parks
Please Print clearly Mail check and completed form to address below. One form per person, please. Check here if new address
ParticiPant's name birthdate / aGe (optional)
address city ziP
home work cell
Phone
email address disability
sPecial information (seizures, allergies, diet, behaviors, etc.)
Parent / Guardian
home work cell
Phone
emerGency contact relationshiP
home work cell
Phone
Refunds are subject to an administrative charge unless the program is canceled.
See Registration Policy on page 10. To request a refund, contact the Adaptive Recreation Office.
I, the undersigned, understand participation in this activity is completely voluntary and the activity is being For publicity purposes only, pictures may be taken at activities.
offered for the benefit of the participant. The City shall not be liable for any claims, injuries or damages, of Clients, if identified at all, would only be identified by first name.
whatever nature, incurred by the participant due to the passive or active negligence of the City, its agents or Please initial one of the following:
employees, arising out of or connected with, the activity. On behalf of myself and the participant, I expressly
forever release and discharge the City, its agents or employees from any such claims, injuries or damages. ____ i give my permission for my child/client to be
photographed at adaptive recreation activities.
____ i do not want my child/client photographed at
adaptive recreation activities.
Signature of Parent / guardian or ParticiPant date
