Summer 2019 Hometown Messenger

Hop aboard for senior fun Shakopee's active older adults have a new way of getting around thanks to All Saints Senior Living in Shakopee.

Transportation is often a barrier for residents 55 or older from participating in Parks and Recreation senior programs. Renting buses can often increase the price of trips dramatically, making it more difficult for senior residents to participate. This spring, All Saints

graciously reached out to the Parks and Recreation Department and offered the use of its ADA-accessible bus. The 15-passenger bus will give riders the opportunity to travel to a variety of events at no cost to the city. It should reduce travel expenses for trips, saving between $300 to $800 per program. Get fit at Huber Park The Parks and Recreation Department is hosting free Fitness in the Park classes June 8-July 15. Two classes will be held at Huber Park: Boot Camp on Saturday mornings and Family Fitness on Monday evenings. Classes are taught by certified instructors and free to the community. No pre-registration required. Ages 12 and up are welcome to participate in Boot Camp; all ages are invited to Family Fitness. Light it up To accommodate year-round users, the hockey rink at Lions Park now has a year-round push-button light option to turn on the rink lights until 10 p.m. daily. In the warmer months, the rink is a popular place for soccer and cricket.

Get ready to hit the beach at SandVenture Aquatic Park! The unique sand-bottom aquatic park is set to open June 10 with a fresh new look and lots of old fun. "This is a place Shakopee residents love and has been a part of our community for over 50 years," said Aquatics Supervisor Katelyn Nadeau. "We want to keep SandVenture exciting and accessible to community members. Nothing beats a day at the pool on a hot summer day." New this year are discounted season passes for Shakopee Community Center members. Active members can add a SandVenture membership for $45 for individuals or $120 for a family. The aquatic park is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Aug. 18. Daily admission is $5 for under 48”, seniors and military and $7 for 48” and taller. During twilight hours, enjoy a $2 discount from 5-7 p.m. Admission is always free for children under age 2. Be sure to mark your calendar for these special events: FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL, JUNE 16 Free admission to parents with paid admission of child. COMMUNITY CENTER MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY, JUNE 22 Free admission to all active Community Center members. FRIDAY FAMILY BEACH BASH, JUNE 28 A twilight beach party with DJ Bob the Beachcomber, activities, games and prizes from 5-8 p.m. CELEBRATE THE RED, WHITE AND BLUE, JULY 4 Special hours 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. HALF-WAY, HALF-PAY DAY, JULY 14 Half-off admission all day or purchase a SandVenture membership for half price. PIRATE TREASURE HUNT, JULY 20 Buried treasure, activities, treats and entertainment by

Comedy, music and fun at Huber Park Music and family entertainment return to the riverfront this summer at Shakopee’s annual Huber Park Performance and Events Series. Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department, the series features free, family fun Thursdays and select Saturdays through August. Entertainment includes concerts, comedy shows, magicians, movies in the park and more. All events take place at Huber Park, 150 Fillmore St. N. Find a schedule of events at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/calendar.

Magician Brian Richards from noon to 4 p.m. CARNIVAL SPLASHTACULAR, AUG. 2 $3 admission all day

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