Otsego_ProgramGuide_Summer2016&PARKSRecreation
CITY OF OTSEGO
The Otsego Parks and Recreation Department is offering a wide range of programs
and events for this summer. Visit www.ci.otsego.mn.us for additional programs and
information. Registration is available online or call 763.235.3148.
EVENTS • SUMMER 2016
ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK
Tuesdays: 10 a.m. at Otsego Prairie Park!
JULY 12: Splatter Sisters; Family Entertainment
JULY 19: Alphabits; Children’s Interactive Music
JULY 26: Bazillions; Kids friendly rock & roll
AUGUST 2: Brian Richards Magic Show;
Fun interactive magic show
AUGUST 9: Schiffelly Puppets; Entertaining puppet show
AUGUST 16: Zoo Mobile; See a variety of different animals
AUGUST 23: Raptor Center; Show includes three raptors
MY LITTLE LIBRARY STORY TIME
Coming to a park near you! The Little Library Story Time will
be rotating through Otsego Parks throughout the summer.
Kids, bring your parents and come and play with friends, read
stories, make an art project, play some games, and have a
snack! The Little Library Story Time is FREE!
OTSEGO MOVIE NIGHT
Bring the family out and enjoy an outdoor movie
on our 16� movie screen. All the movies are free
and will be making a visit at a variety of parks
throughout Otsego.
In case of inclement weather, movies will move
inside to Prairie Center. Please call the Rec Info line
at 763-235-3148 the day of the movie.
Movie Schedule and Location:
AUGUST 10
School Knoll Park
Sponge Out of Water
(PG)
AUGUST 17
Zimmer Park
Hotel Transylvania 2 (PG)
August 24
Frankfort Park
Good Dinosaur (PG)
AUGUST 31
Prairie Park
Star Wars Force Awakens
(PG 13) Subject to change
due to release date
FREE SUMMER EVENTS!Both Entertainment in the Park and
Otsego Movie Night are sponsored by:
ADULT NIGHT MOVIE NIGHT OUT!
AUGUST 2: Couples Retreat (PG 13) at Otsego County Park.
Plan an adult night out and come to Otsego County Park.
Remember to bring chairs, blankets and snacks.
ALL MOVIES
BEGIN AT
SUNSET
THURSDAYS 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the following parks:
July 14: School Knoll Park
July 28: Zimmer Park
WEDNESDAYS 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Prairie Park:
June 15 – August 24 (Week of the July 4th off)
August 11: Kittredge Park
August 25: Frankfort Park
FLAG FOOTBALL:
Otsego Parks and Recreation Flag Football League is for
girls and boys ages kindergarten to third grade. This program
provides players an opportunity to engage in non-contact
continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. Players
learn lessons that help them succeed on and off the field. Kids
will get a jersey and a flag belt.
THURSDAYS,
September 8 – October 20
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Prairie Park
K-First Grade and
Second-Third Grade
$45
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YOUTH GOLF PROGRAM
Fun is the number one rule with the parks
and recreation youth golf program. Riverwood
National golf pros will provide in-depth
instruction and supervision in proper swing,
chipping, putting rules, and etiquette.
TUESDAYS
6:00–7:30 p.m.
4 SESSIONS:
July 26–August 16
Riverwood National
Golf Course
$45
THEATER IN THE PARK
The St. Michael, Otsego, Albertville,
Rogers (SOAR) Regional Arts Group along
with the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will
be hosting a theater program. There will be
games and a costume contest followed by
two performances starting at 7 p.m. each
lasting approximately a half/hour.
TUESDAY, JULY 19
6:30 p.m.
Prairie Park
FREE
MAGIC CARD WORKSHOP
BY LOCAL MAGICIAN BRIAN RICHARDS
In this very unique workshop, your child
will learn many different card tricks. This
workshop runs 60 minutes and all your child
needs for this activity is a deck of playing
cards. With this one prop your child will be
set to explore the wonderful world of magic.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Prairie Park
Ages 7-12
$20
SOCCER CAMP
This program is designed to teach kids the
fundamentals of soccer in a fun supportive
environment. Skills that will be worked on
are; dribbling, shooting, passing, and team
work. Participants will also have chance to
scrimmage.
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
SESSION 2: July 18-August 10
Ages 4-6: 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Prairie Park
$30
MULTI-SPORT CAMP
This camp gives an introduction to girls and
boys to the fun and excitement of sports.
There is no pressure, just lots of fun! Sports
that will be introduced will be soccer, flag
football and basketball.
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
SESSION 2: July 18–August 10
Ages 4-6: 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Prairie Park
$30
JUMP
JAMBOREE
You won’t want to miss out on the fun; Jump
City of Otsego will be setting up oodles of
bouncies in two of Otsego’s beautiful parks
for a summer evening of unlimited jumping.
Inclement weather, please check website.
JULY 12: Zimmer Park
AUGUST 23: Frankfort Park
5:00-8:00 p.m.
$10 ONLINE REGISTRATION
Registration closes the day before event
$13 AT THE EVENT
ARCHERY
CLASS
Young archers come
out and learn or refine
your skills this fall. Kids will learn archery
with the instruction of the professional staff
of Archery Country at their facility in Rogers.
All equipment is provided.
SATURDAYS, October 22–November 12
Ages 8-16
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Class located at Archery Country:
21135 S Diamond Lake Road
Rogers, MN 55374
$55
DATE NIGHT
COUPLES CANOE TRIP
Couples will park at the Otsego Regional
Park and be bussed to landing on the
Mississippi River. Canoes, paddles and life
jackets are also included so sit back and
enjoy an evening on the river. At the comple-
tion of the canoe trip, a picnic dinner will
be served in the park. After dinner, plan on
staying and watching the movie “Couples
Retreat” on our large outdoor movie screen.
You will have VIP seating (please bring your
own chairs or blankets)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2
5:30 p.m.
Otsego Regional Park
15186 96th Street NE
$80 PER COUPLE
DOGS
AND DONUTS
Meet at the Otsego Dog
Park and enjoy donuts compliments
of Pawtastic! Pet Care LLC. (BYOC: Bring
your own coffee). We will go on a pack
walk through the park and end back at the
off-leash dog area for more fun with friends.
Dogs must be kept on a 6 ft. or less non-
retractable leash during the walk. There is no
fee to use the dog park, but please review
the dog park rules ahead of time. Otsego
Dog Park at 8899 Nashua Avenue.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6
Prairie Park Dog Park
10:00 a.m.
OTSEGO/ELK RIVER
SAFETY CAMP
This is a camp that you won’t want to miss!
Learn how to stay safe and keep your cool
in all types of situations and environments.
Safety Camp includes interactive games,
hands-on experiences, and sessions taught
by a variety of safety experts. Campers will
receive lunch, snacks, a t-shirt, and a goodie
bag. Join us for a great day of safety fun!
Please bring bike and helmet to participate
in the bike realated activities. Safety Camp
kicks off with lunch at noon! There will be a
graduation ceremony at 3:45 p.m. – parents
are encouraged to attend!
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13
Noon–4:00 p.m.
$20
LOOK FOR NEW AND
UPCOMING PROGRAMS IN
OUR FALL BROCHURE!
Visit our website for all
current program offerings:
www.otsego.recdesk.com
ACTIVITIES FOR 55+
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Otsego Prairie Center
Please see website (Recreation 55+ tab) for more info:
http://otsego.recdesk.com/recdeskportal
RAMSEY CYCLING CLUB
Ramsey Cycling Club was created to be a gathering point for riders
of all ages and levels to enjoy the cycling experience together.
Check website for Calendar:
https://sites.google.com/site/ramseycyclingclub/home