COMING EVENTS! Scare On the Square · Ballroom Dances ...basic water safety, and more. 6 mo. - 3 Yr. Old REQUIREMENTS SKILLS TAUGHT Preschool Level 1 30 min. Prerequisite: 4 years

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COMING EVENTS!

Scare On the Square · Ballroom Dances

Reindeer Run · Strut Your Mutt

Grinch Sprint · Daddy & Daughter Dance

• Acrylic Painting

• Addie & Lexi’s Dance Class

• Aqua Fitness: Lap Swim &

Water Aerobics

• Ballroom Dance

• Karate

• Lifeguard Recertification

• Open Gym Basketball

• Rookie Football

• Safe Sitter

• Senior Cards & Travel

• Swimming Lessons

• Tumbling & Gymnastics

REGISTRATION

OPENS:

September 11

Register online at

cityofelkhorn.org

2 Easy Ways To

Stay Up To Date:

FACEBOOK: Like our Facebook

page to see all updates on any

of our activities and events:

Elkhorn Recreation Department

TEXT ALERTS: Just text the

message “@elkhornrec” to the

number 81010 to be notified of

any changes in programming

for the Rec Dept.


200 Devendorf St; PO Box 920

Elkhorn, WI 53121

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

262-741-5114

[email protected]

www.cityofelkhorn.org


@ElkhornRecDept

Text @elkhornrec to 81010

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2017 Summer

Congratulations! 2017 Quad County

Tournament Champions!

SUMMER Sponsors

AM Towing

Artistique Photography

Badger Contracting of SWI

Briggs Road EFC Church

Elkhorn Family Chiropractic

Elkhorn Lions Club

Family Dental Arts

Hudapack Metal Treating

Jackson Elementary PTA

Jackson’s Do It Best

Lakeland Bakery

Leece & Phillips Law Offices, S.C.

Lutherdale

Monien Construction

NVD Shamrock Shuffle

Peoples Bank

Point Ready Mix

Pure Hair & Body

St. John’s Lutheran Church

TLC Cleaning Service

Thrivent Financial

The Varsity Deli

Wal. Co. Pub. Health Dept.

Eye Physicians & Surgeons, S.C. Kunes Country Ford

Frank’s Piggly Wiggly

12U Softball Eye Physicians and Surgeons, S.C.

10U Baseball Frank’s Piggly Wiggly

10U Baseball Monien Construction

Thank You to Our Volunteer Coaches!

T-BALL Meggan Bosmans

Nate Fettig

Michelle Geaslen

Gary Hembree

Chris Kunze

Tony Postulka

Cecilia Wolter

Kristal Wulf

COACH PITCH

Chris Chelemengos

Erin Heiser

Jamie Hibbard

Kurt Keske

Dan Kiel

Nathan Steffen

Chad Stoltz

Todd Vaughn

BASEBALL Mike Bidlack

Mike Greeley

Bob Griswold

Rick Melvin

Jay Osborne

Jack Perdue

Jim Station

Dan Thompson

SOFTBALL Carley Fettig

Brandi Lesik

Philip Meier

Kevin Wallace

Breck Ward


5th Annual Reindeer Run

AT SUNSET PARK

December 2, 2017

REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 17 TO BE

GUARANTEED YOUR LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT!

8:00-9:30 AM: REGISTRATION in the Rec Center

9:30 AM: STRUT YOUR MUTT Dress

“Fido” up for this far-out fashion show.

Best-dressed mutts win prizes!

10:00 AM: 5K REINDEER RUN/WALK The route takes you

through the charming streets of Elkhorn, starting and

ending at Sunset Park. Awards for fastest in each age

group and grooviest attire! Runners and spectators

encouraged to dress up! This is a timed race.

11:00 AM: 100 YD. KIDS GRINCH SPRINT

Kids get to chase the Grinch before he

steals the Christmas spirit! Sprinters will

be divided into age groups. Craft

activities inside Rec Center before and

after Grinch Sprint.

11:15 AM: AWARDS CEREMONY in the Lions Den Pavilion

VOLUNTEER and receive 2 Sunset Pool

day passes for 2018!

www.ElkhornReindeerRun.com Elkhorn Recreation Department 262-741-5114

[email protected]

Ballroom Dance DATE NIGHT

Experienced and new dancers invited! Bring

your dancing shoes, and wear comfortable

clothes for a fun evening of ballroom dance!

Scare on the Square

Saturday, October 28 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Veterans Park 100 W. Walworth Street

Free fall fun for the whole family! Kid’s Activities! Costume Contest! Hosted by the Elkhorn Rec Dept.,

Elkhorn Chamber of Commerce, and Mercy Health System.

Events

SEPTEMBER 9 OCTOBER 7

NOVEMBER 4 JAUNARY 6

$6.00 AT THE DOOR SATURDAYS

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM RECREATION CENTER

Get groovy! 5K Run/Walk

Night Under the Lights V

was a Grand Slam!

Thank you to all who attended,

volunteered, and played ball!

Join us again next year for NUTL VI

on June 8th!


GROUP SWIM LESSONS

AGE: 6 Months & Up

FEE: $38 R / $46 NR

DATES: Saturdays (6 weeks)

September 23 - October 28

TIMES: See Chart for Levels & Times

LOCATION: Elkhorn High School Pool

ENROLLMENT: Min: 4 Max: Per Level

Registration: Don’t over estimate your child’s swimming

abilities. It is easier to move your child into a higher level if

necessary. Advanced registration is required for swimming

lessons & space is limited so sign up early. What to Bring:

Children 3 & under must wear swim diaper. Bring your own

towel. Showers: Must shower before going into the water.

Swim Lessons

Level 1

45 min.

Prerequisite: 6 yrs. of age before

the first class

Entering and exiting the water, blowing bubbles, retrieve submerged objects, bobbing, floating

and gliding, tread water, leg and arm action front and back, combined leg and arm action, and

water safety.

Level 2

45 min.

Prerequisite: Successfully

complete Level 1

Independently float, glide. Perform previous skills for longer lengths of time or longer distances;

explore deeper water; and prepare to safely participate in aquatic activities; learn how to

recognize emergencies, call for help, and safely respond once help is on the way.

Level 3

45 min.


complete Level 2

Perform previous skills for longer lengths of time or longer distances; introduction to the Front

Crawl, Elementary Backstroke, and Head First Entries; develop water competency; safely swim

underwater, and choose where/when to exit the water.

Level 4

45 min.


complete Level 3

Perform previous skills with greater proficiency and build endurance; introduction to the back

crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly, and turning at the wall; practice using equipment in an

emergency; and experience survival floating.

Level 5

45 min.


complete Level 4

Perform previous skills with greater proficiency and build endurance; introduction to flip turns on

front and back; perform a long shallow dive, surface, and begin swimming.


complete Level 5

Stroke Refinement for greater efficiency and effectiveness over longer distances; focus on

personal water safety, fitness swimming, and the skills necessary to become a Water Safety

Instructor/Lifeguard.

Level 6

45 min.

6 mo. - 3 Yr. Old REQUIREMENTS SKILLS TAUGHT

Parent/Child

30 min.

Adult must accompany each child

in the water.

Water entry, blowing bubbles, front kick, back float, underwater exploration, reaching assists,

basic water safety, and more.


Preschool Level 1

30 min.

Prerequisite: 4 years of age before

the first class

Entering and exiting the water, blowing bubbles, front glide, back float, treading, leg actions back

and front, arm actions back and front, combined leg and arm action, and water safety.

Preschool Level 2

30 min.

Prerequisite: Preschool Level 1 Entering and exiting the water, bobbing, front and back floats and glides, tread water, combined

arm and leg actions, finning arm action on back, and water safety.

Prerequisite: Preschool Level 2 Independence and endurance, floating and gliding, tread water, and water safety. Preschool Level 3

30 min.


AGE LEVEL TIME

6 mo. - 3 yr. Parent & Child 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM

6 mo. - 3 yr. Parent & Child 9:40 AM - 10:10 AM

4 - 5 yr. Preschool Level 1 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM





6 yr. & Up Level 1 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 1 9:40 AM - 10:25 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 2 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 2 8:50 AM - 9:35 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 2 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 3 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 3 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 4 8:50 AM - 9:35 AM

6 yr. & Up Level 5/6 9:40 AM - 10:25 AM Gro

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LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION

PREREQUISITE: Must hold current lifeguard certificate. Cannot be

expired longer than 30 days.

FEE: $95 R / $115 NR

DATES: Sunday, January 7

TIMES: 9:00 PM—5:00 PM


ENROLLMENT: Min: 2 Max: 10

Lifeguard at Sunset Pool next summer! This one day recertification

course is for any person already lifeguard certified in need of

recertification. Recertification is good for two years and updates to

the 2017 version of the lifeguard program. If current lifeguard

certification is expired, can not be expired for more than 30 days,

otherwise the full lifeguard certification must be retaken.

Aquatics

Open positions!

Contact us today! (262) 741-5114

[email protected]

• SWIM INSTRUCTOR: Year-round Positions!

• LIFEGUARD: Need Recertification? See Below!

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

AGE: 3 & Up

FEE: Single: 40 Min. one-on-one with instructor $125 R / $ 150 NR for 6 Lessons

Split: 2 students for 20 Min. consecutive lessons $125 R / $150 NR for 6 Lessons

Private +1: 40 Min. lesson for 2 students $100 each R / $125 each NR for 6 Lessons


September 23—October 28


Call to reserve a private lesson. Pool manager will contact you to

notify you of the times available. (262) 741-5114

WATER AEROBICS

AGE: 12 & Up

PUNCH CARD: $40 R / $48 NR for 10 Punches

DAILY FEE: $5 R / $7 NR at the Pool per Class

DATES: Wednesdays

Starts September 13



ENROLLMENT: Min: 6

Join Kelly for a fun workout! No Water Aerobics on

these dates: 11/22, 12/27, 3/28. Please like our

Facebook page for updates on cancellations due to

weather: Elkhorn Recreation Department.

Those residing in the Elkhorn Area School District will be considered residents when programs are held at the Elkhorn High School Pool.

LAP SWIM

AGE: 12 & Up

PUNCH CARD: $45 R / $55 NR for 20 Punches

DAILY FEE: $3 R / $5 NR at the pool

DATES: Starts September 12 (continuous)

TIMES: Tuesday 5:30 AM—7:00 AM

Wednesday 6:00 PM—8:00 PM

Thursday 5:30 AM—7:00 AM

Saturday 7:00 AM—9:00 AM


No Lap Swim on these dates: 10/31, 11/4, 11/18,

11/23, 11/25, 12/23, 12/26-30, 1/2, 3/27-31, 4/21

Please like our Facebook page for updates on

cancellations due to weather: Elkhorn Recreation

Department.

Those residing in the Elkhorn Area School District will be considered residents when programs are held at the Elkhorn High School Pool.

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ROOKIE/PEE WEE FLAG FOOTBALL

AGE: Pee Wee: 3-4 yr

Rookie: 5-6 yr

FEE: $30 R / $35 NR


September 23—October 14 (If inclement

weather, Oct 21 will be a make up day.)

TIMES: Pee Wee: 10:00 AM—10:45 AM

Rookie: 11:00 AM—11:45 PM

LOCATION: Sunset Park, in front of Bandshell

In this co-ed program, participants will learn the skills as well as

the rules of the game. Stations will be set up for throwing,

running, kicking, catching, etc. Parent involvement is

appreciated. T-shirt and medals included.

Toddlers N Books: Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. September 5—December 5 (No 10/31, 11/28)

Tiny Tots: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month 6:30 p.m. September 11—December 11

Books N Babies: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. September 7—December 14 (No 11/23)

Cookie Decorating Party: Tuesday, December 12th 10:30-noon. Cookies, frosting, and sprinkles will be provided-just bring a plate to take your cookies home. This is a free program and no need to register.

Silly Dance Party: Friday, October 6th 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EASD Middle School Cafeteria. Free event for 0-5 year olds and their families.

Garden Play Group: Every Other Monday, 10:00 a.m.-noon: September 11—October 23

Play Group: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-noon 11/13, 11/27; 12/4

Garden to Kitchen for Kids: 10:00 a.m.-noon 9/6, 10/4

A Prehistoric Night: Dinosaurs!: Friday, November 3rd, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EASD Middle School Cafeteria.

Save the Date: A Valentine for You! Saturday, February 10th, 10:30 a.m.-noon

Youth Activities

TUMBLING and gymnastics

AGE: 4—18 yr

FEE: $30 R / $35 NR Per Tumbling or Gymnastics

DATES: TUMBLING GYMNASTICS

Tuesdays: Wednesdays:

Sep 19 - Oct 24 Nov 15-Dec 20

(6 week sessions)

TIMES: Beginner: 5:00 PM—6:00 PM

Advanced: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM*

*Advanced Gymnastics goes until 7:30 PM

LOCATION: Elkhorn High School Suchy Gym

ENROLL.: Min: 5 Max: 25

Learn proper technique and skills in a fun and safe

environment. Gymnastic skills include vault, bars, beam

and floor activities. Tumbling focuses on floor routines.

ADDIE & LEXI’s Dance Class

AGE: 4—10 yr

FEE: $40 R / $46 NR

DATES: Mondays (8 weeks)

October 2—November 20

TIMES: 4—6 yr: 5:00 PM—5:45 PM

6—10 yr: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM

LOCATION: Recreation Center


Our fun instructors will focus on a

variety of dances including ballet,

hip hop, and jazz. T-shirt included.

Miss Pattie activities! All activities are FREE and take place at the Matheson Memorial Library unless otherwise noted. Ages 0-5 yrs.

SAVE THE DATE!

DADDY DAUGHTER

DANCE Friday

February 2

6:00 PM—9:00 PM $25 Per Person

The Abbey Resort, Fontana

Registration will open when the Winter/Spring Guide comes out the beginning of December.

DADDY DAUGHTER

DANCE


KARATE

AGE: 6 yrs & Up

FEE: $70 Per Session Additional belt fees may apply

through instructor but are not mandatory.

DATES: Saturdays (8 week sessions)

Session 1: September 16—November 4

Session 2: November 11—January 6 (No Dec. 2)

TIMES: Beginner: 10:00 AM—10:30 AM

Advanced: 10:30 AM—11:15 AM



Boys and girls will gain confidence and learn

self discipline through the martial arts. They

will also benefit through goal setting and

grade improvement as they advance in

their skills.

Open gym basketball

AGE: 18 & Up: Saturdays 5:00—8:00 PM

30 & Up: Sundays 5:00—8:00 PM

FEE: FREE No preregistration required, but

players must sign waiver.

DATES: Starts September 9—Dates are subject to

gym availability. Speak with Jake when at

open gym to get details.

LOCATION: Elkhorn High School Gym

BALLROOM DANCE

AGE: 18 yrs & Up

FEE: $30 R / $36 NR

DATES: Tuesdays (6 week sessions)

Session 1: September 12—October 17

Session 2: October 24—November 28

Session 3: December 5—January 16 (No 12/26)



ENROLLMENT: 6 Couple Minimum

No need for a partner! Learn the Quick Step,

Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Salsa, Rumba, Mambo

Sambo, and Cha Cha! Not all dance types are

taught in each session, and they do not build on

each other, so it’s easy to join a new session! Fee

is due in full by first class of session. Private

lessons are available. Call 262-741-5114.

Senior Cards

Thursdays

11:30 AM—3:00 PM

$1.00 Per Person/Day

Community Center in the

Matheson Memorial Library

Youth/ Adult Activities

Senior Travel Club

1st Friday Each Month

10:00 AM—11:00 AM

$15 Per Year

Como Community Church

More Info: 262-882-5564

SAFE SITTER

AGE: 11-15 yrs

FEE: $52 R / $66 NR

DATES: Saturdays

October 7 OR November 4

TIMES: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM



The Safe Sitter course is a one-day

program designed to prepare 11-15

yr. olds for the responsibility of

caring for children. The class

addresses first aid, safety, rescue

breathing, decision making skills and age appropriate

behavior and play. Participants will need to bring a bag

lunch, and there will be breaks throughout the day.

Acrylic painting

AGE: All Ages (Under 10 must have an adult present.)

FEE: $30 R / $36 NR

Friend Special: 2 for $40 R / $46 NR

DATES: Saturday, November 18




No experience required! You will be

guided step by step in creating a

beautiful painting you will be proud

of! The canvas is 16x20. Paint,

brushes, easel, apron, etc. will be

provided for your use.


Elkhorn Recreation Department Director ......................... Wendy Meyer Admin Assistant ............ Krista Dudones Admin Assistant ............. Rachel Richter Pool Manager ............ Alyssa Markuson

Recreation Board

President ............................ Chad Stoltz Alderman ........................ Michael Kluck

Kathy Loveless Kelly Meinen

Rachel Person Dan Yesbeck

Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of

every month at 5:30 pm at the Rec Center in Sunset Park.

No December or July meeting.

Ways To Register www.cityofelkhorn.org

MAIL IN or DROP OFF registration form and payment at the Rec Center office.

Drop Off: 200 Devendorf Street, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Mail: PO Box 920, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Refund Policy Cancellation request must be five working

days prior to the start of activity. Once started, a refund is only granted due to a

medical issue or injury.

Scholarships We will not deny any child the

opportunity to participate due to financial hardships. Please contact us to discuss

options.

CITY OF

NEWSLETTER:

The City of Elkhorn Civic Connection Newsletter

has gone on-line!

Check the City’s website after September 22 for the fall/winter

newsletter or pick up a printed copy at City Hall or the Library.

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City’s website. www.cityofelkhorn.org

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COMING EVENTS! Scare On the Square · Ballroom Dances ...basic water safety, and more. 6 mo. - 3 Yr. Old REQUIREMENTS SKILLS TAUGHT Preschool Level 1 30 min. Prerequisite: 4 years