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Lakeville Park and Recreation Calendar Features 'Water Aerobics'
Each week Lakeville's Parks and Recreation Department offers classes and programs for Lakeville residents to take part in. Here's a list of upcoming events.

Nickelodeon Universe Mall of America, Bloomington
Purchase 3-hour ($19), or 5-hour ($21), discount wristbands to this family attraction. Purchase online at www.lakeville-rapconnect.com or at the Lakeville Parks & Recreation office in City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville. Please pick up tickets at City Hall.
Bird Banding
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Join naturalist, Mark Newstrom and Roger Everhart for an up-close and personal look at wild birds on Sun., Sept. 11 and/or Sept. 18 from 9 a.m.–noon at Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail, Lakeville. It’s a great way for families to learn about birds. $2/per person 10 & older and free for children under 10.
Who Done It Hike
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All ages are welcome. Play Sherlock Holmes by collecting clues, gathering information and solving mysteries, while walking the trails at Ritter Farm Park in Lakeville, 19300 Ritter Trail on Sat., Sept. 10. Registration starting at 9:30 a.m. and the mystery hike starting at 10 a.m. Cost is FREE and pre-registration is not necessary. Pack a picnic for your family to enjoy after the hike.
Adult Dance Classes - East Coast Swing, Foxtrot, & Waltz
Ages 17 and older. These three dances work for any music event such as rock & roll, country, ballroom, weddings and parties. Fridays, Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 14 & 28. East Coast Swing – 6:30-7:30 p.m., Foxtrot – 7:45-8:45 p.m., Waltz – 9-10 p.m. $58 per couple/per session.
Nordic Walking Thru the Woods
Ages 16 and older. Walk with Nordic Walking poles through the woods at Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail on Mon., Sept. 12 from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Cost $15
Cheer America
For girls ages 4-10. An exciting cheerleading program for children. Mondays, Sept. 26- Dec. 5 at Prairie Lake Park, 18179 Kingsway Path, Lakeville, 6 -6:45 p.m. Cost is $60/child.
Little Dippers
For ages infant-5 yrs old with adult. Enhance your children’s water competence. Friday, September 9, 16, 23 and/or 30 from 10:30 a.m.-noon at Lakeville Family Swim School, 10491 165th St. W., Lakeville. $9/per adult/child, $2 for each additional child per session. Approved swim diapers (available on-site) are required for children 3 and under. For any additional information call 952-435-1898 or go to www.familyswim.com.
Water Aerobics
For all ages. All individuals benefit from water aerobics. Tues. & Thurs., Sept. 6-Oct. 13, 7:15-8:15 p.m. (6 wks) at the Lakeville Family Swim School, 10491 165th St. W., Lakeville., $55/person. For any additional information call 952-435-1898 or go to www.familyswim.com.
3rd Annual Pedal the Parks
Pioneer Plaza, 20801 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Sat., Sept. 24, 9 a.m.-noon Everyone welcome, families encouraged! Registration and bike safety check 9 a.m. Ribbon Cutting - Wayfinding Trail Map Sign System 9:30 a.m. Bike 6, 10 and 20 miles. Preregistration is encouraged, www.lakeville-rapconnect.com, Program #4902
Sustainability fair, free food, free drawing, pedal and shop local, and more! To find more information about how you can get involved with
Pedal the Parks, call 952-250-3320 today! Look for Lakeville Friends of the Environment & Bike Alliance of MN on Facebook!
Haunted Forest Volunteers
Over 100 volunteers help to make the Haunted Forest Festival a tremendous success each year, so we are hoping you will help! Interested volunteers should call 952-985-4610 to receive a volunteer packet with full details. Completed packets need to be returned to Parks & Recreation by Oct. 7.
Lynch Fall Tennis
For ages 5-12. In a fun, energetic atmosphere your child will learn or improve upon stroke production, strategies of the game and enjoy the fun of competition. Saturdays, Sept. 10, 17, 24 & Oct. 1. Ages 5-7, 9-10 a.m., $50. Ages 8-12, 10-11:30 a.m., $70. Camp will be held at Century Middle School, 18610 Ipava Ave., Lakeville.
Lynch Flag Football
For ages 6-9. The first half we will work on football fundamentals such as receiving, passing, running, plays and drills. Then we’ll put our skills into action with a competitive game of flag football. Sundays, Sept. 11, 18, 25 & Oct. 2 from 1-3 p.m. Camp will be held at Dakota Heights Park, 9550 175th St. W., Lakeville. $79
Learn to Skate Program
Indoor skating lessons for ages 3-adult. One hour lessons are held on Tuesday mornings and afternoons, Oct. 25-Dec. 13 and on Saturday mornings, Oct. 22-Dec. 17(no lessons on 11/26). Several skating level times are offered. Lessons are held at Hasse Arena, 8525 215th St., Lakeville. $89/session and $125/P.A.L.S.level.
Learn to Skate Open House
A kick-off to 2011-2012 season of skating lessons. Learn to Skate staff will be there to give tips and answer any questions you may have about lessons or email the director at learntoskate@charter.net.
Location: Ames Arena, 19900 Ipava Ave., Lakeville
When: Saturday, September 17
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Register online at lakeville-rapconnect.com or for more information call 952-985-4600.