Rec'n Roll from Des Moines Parks, Recreation and Senior Services

Community Gives Big at Sports Night

The 8th Annual Des Moines Legacy Foundation Sports Night Auction on May 15th was a smash! Guests generously purchased items ranging from Jake Locker signed memorabilia to a week in Cabo to raise over $20,000 for youth recreation in Des Moines. The tally makes 2010 the most successful Sports Night to date. The wonderful evening featured a log cabin full of people who enjoyed a hearty plate of BBQ, casino games highlighted by the Wheel of Fortune, and great silent & live auction items.

Special thank you's are in order for auction donors who gave generously to the event. Kudos also go to The Ram Restaurant & Brewery, Corky Cellars and Famous Dave's BBQ for their contributions to the evening. Thanks to auctioneer Larry Snyder and celebrity emcee Bruce King. A very big 'Rec n Rah' recognition goes to the individual volunteers for their efforts planning, setting up, and work throughout the event and clean-up.

Finally, the event was coordinated with a collaboration of these local organizations: Des Moines Legacy Foundation, Des Moines Parks Recreation & Senior Services volunteers, The Rotary Club of Des Moines, and The Des Moines Pool Metropolitan Parks District. Their collective effort will help hundreds of children play in Des Moines.

Next spring, this popular event is scheduled for May 14th in 2011. Tickets go on sale February 1, 2011. Seating is limited to the first 170 guests. Mark your calendar now to give kids a chance by attending the Des Moines Sports Night Auction.

Seminars for life and Health

The roll out tractor operator for this 707 is our very own Senior Shuttle Driver, Ray Hanchett (pictured in the drivers seat!)
All About Aviation
Learn the history of commercial jet aircraft from the first Boeing 707 to aircraft currently in service and discover what constitutes certification of commercial aircraft annotated with humorous incidents from past test flights. This presentation is given by retired flight test engineer, John McEvoy. The presentation will be held Wednesday, June 16, 7-9pm at Des Moines Activity Center. Suggested donation is $2.

Growing, Learning, Changing Workshop
Are you asking yourself, "Am I through with learning and remaining open to new possibilities? What's next for me?" Join other older adult women through group discussion and journaling to understand and appreciate the knowledge and accomplishments of maturity, what feelings hold us back from doing what we want to do now and open your minds to all that is available in life right now. This workshop, led by Joyce Elijah, LMFT, will be held on two Thursdays, June 3 and 10, 2-5pm at Des Moines Activity Center. Cost is $35.00.

A Seven-Week Program to Help You
Keep a Healthy and Youthful Brain

The Brain Agility Program combines weekly presentations on brain health with a unique program of mental exercises designed by a psychologist to enhance your brain's ability to remember, stay focused, be aware, and be alert. Enjoy daily mental exercises covering a number of cognitive functions with increasing levels of difficulty to continue challenging your brain as it improves.

Date and Time: Thursday, June 17- July 29, 10-11:30am

Location: Des Moines Activity Center, 2045 S. 216th Street

Cost: $40 ( includes personal workbook)

Registration: Must register in advance

For more information: 206-878-1642 or email us!

JUNE DOG OBEDIENCE CLASS HAS SPACE FOR FIDO
Want to learn some great dog training techniques and have some fun with your doggie to boot? Champion trainer Jan Magnusson's Basic Obedience/Good Manners classes are for you and Bowser! New sessions start the first Thursday of each month, and run once a week for two hours for 4-weeks. No matter if your pooch is a purebred or Heinz 57; a puppy, canine senior citizen, we can help your dog be a mannerly member of your family, and the manners will last whether at home or in the community. Want to check it out before you register? We welcome visitors, anytime. Just stop by the Field House on a Thursday evening from 7:15-9:15pm to watch us having fun with our doggies!

June class registration is open until Thursday, June 3rd. To register, contact the Field House at (206) 870-6527 or recreation@desmoineswa.gov.

For more information: (206) 870-6527 or email us

Cooking/Food Classes

Champagne Chow on a BEER Budget!
Let us help you stretch your food dollars by cooking more at home! Learn how to plan menus, for a week's worth of groceries, utilizing every morsel while maximizing nutrition. Taught by Shaw Dixon, owner of Baked in Seattle, this one evening class will be held Tuesday, June 8th, 7-9pm in the commercial kitchen at Des Moines Activity Center. Class fee is $18, which includes food costs.

Homestyle Desserts
Do you dream of coconut cake, chocolate silk pie, lemon cheesecake and apple pie? Taught by Shaw Dixon, owner of Baked in Seattle, this one evening class will teach you easy techniques that will have your house smelling like homemade love! Taste testing welcome! Homestyle Desserts is scheduled for Tuesday, June 15th, 7-9pm in the commercial kitchen at Des Moines Activity Center. Class fee is $18, which includes food costs.

For more information: (206) 878-1642 or email us

Active Recreation Opportunities Keep Kids Moving!

Youth gymnastics

Help maintain your child's health and wellness with our active recreation opportunities. The health and wellness benefits of recreation for children are truly endless - and fun! Keep your kids moving this summer with our great class opportunities below. Recreation classes keep kids active and healthy, boost self esteem, improve coordination, teach new skills and are a wonderful chance to make new friends.

Class	Instructor	Day/Dates	Time	Ages	Cost
Intro to Ballet	Melanie's Unlmtd	M 6/21-7/26	6-6:45p	Grade K-3	$51R/$56NR
Tap Dance	Melanie's Unlmtd	M 6/21-7/26	6:45-7:15p	Grade K-3	$45R/$49NR
Acrobats	Melanie's Unlmtd	W 6/23-8/4	8-12 yrs: 6-7p 4-7 yrs: 7-7:45p	4-12yrs	4-7: $68R/$73NR 8-12: $73R/$78NR
Tiger Kid Martial Arts	Mitch Mayberry	W 6/23-8/11	4:30-5:10p	3yrs & Up	$81R/$89NR
Mini Kickers Soccer	Recreation Staff	M-F 6/21-6/25	5:30-6:30p	3-5yrs	$30R/$35NR
Gymnastics	Jungle Gym	Th 7/8-8/26	5:30-6:10p or 6:15-6:55p	18mos-3yrs OR 3-5yrs	$83R/$89NR