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Issue 1, Volume 11
July 20, 2010
Des Moines Parks, Recreation & Senior Services
Missoula Children's Theatre presents...

Missoula Childrens Theatre 

The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe!  The cast of children from the Des Moines area have been perfecting their acting skills all week with help from talented actors.  Performances of this endearing adventure of a boy who runs off to sea only to find himself all alone and under fire before making it back home will be held this Friday, July 23rd  at 7pm and Saturday, July 24th at 3pm.  Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3-12.  Children 2 and under are free. 
For more information: (206) 870-6527 or email us !
Summer Concert Series Set to Sizzle at Beach Park!
Deadwood Revival
 
Join the Des Moines Arts Commission and Snohomish Artists Guild at 7pm Wednesday, July 21st for the first of 4 free summer concerts in the Beach Park Jazz and Blues Series featuring Deadwood Revival.  Hosted in idyllic Beach Park-22030 Cliff Ave S., Des Moines, these performances feature regionally renowned performers near the banks of the Puget Sound.  
 
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair, and enjoy waterfront music in the park with refreshments available on-site from The Dog House.

PARKING NOTE: Concert parking will be in the Marina North Lot. There will be no parking inside the park.

Full concert schedule and more arts opportunities such as Shakespeare in the Park and the Poverty Bay Arts Festival are here. 
Hoop Time!  Basketball Camp for Kids
Basketball Youth
 
Want to brush up on your basketball skills?  Are you between the ages of 7 and 12 years old?  We have the camp for you!  Hoop Time Basketball Camp is here to help kids learn new skills and brush up on the classics such as offensive skills - dribbling, passing, and shooting; defensive skills such as foot positioning, handwork, rebounding, and blocking out.  If you want to play basketball, meet new people, and have fun doing it, this camp is right up your alley!  Join us! 
When:  M-F, July 26-30
Cost:  $65/res  &70/nonres
 
Location:  Field House
Please call 206-870-6527 or email us for more information!
Elder Watch Well Being Phone Check
The Des Moines/Normandy Park Elder Watch program hosts a FREE daily phone check call for frail or living alone seniors in partnership with Judson Park Retirement Community volunteers. If you or someone you know would benefit from receiving a daily phone call from a friendly volunteer to be sure that all is well, please contact the Elder Watch program by calling 253.946.7338.  You can also find out more about this program and other Elder Watch information by going to their web page: www.publicsafe.org/elderwatch.
 
Elder Watch
Cool Off at Des Moines Activity Center!
Des Moines Activity Center

Looking for a place to be cool this summer on those hot days???  Des Moines Activity Center, 2045 S. 216th is air conditioned!  There are plenty of great daily programs and activities for you to check out in the comfort of our cool center!  We are an official "cooling site" for Des Moines citizens as well, during our hours of operation, Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm.  Keep the center in mind for cool fun this summer and a cool place to go when the temperatures soar.
 
For more information call Des Moines Activity Center  206-878-1642 or click
here
Last Chance to Register for Baseball Camp
 
Diamond Skills Baseball Camp: July 26-29/M-Th $150R or $170NR
Hoop Time Basketball CampL:  (Ages 7-12) July 26-30 11:30am-2:30pm $65R or $70NR
Mini Kickers:  (Ages 3-5) Aug 23-27 10-11am $30R or $35NR

Baseball camp

For more information reagrding all camps call: 
 
206-870-6527 or
email us!
Kids Having an Outrageous Summer! 
 
Camp KhaosSummer wouldn't be summer without a little KHAOS.  Des Moines Parks and Rec takes summer fun to the next level with Camp KHAOS day camps.  We provide age specific affordable fun with experienced staff.  All staff are certified in CPR/1st Aid and well trained to lead age appropriate summer fun and games.

Camp KHAOS / K2
M-F, 6:30am-6:00pm at Des Moines Field House
Let our energetic and dedicated staff introduce your child to a sizzling summer filled with fun interactive activities that will spark their imagination and fill their day. Expect age appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games, swimming, outdoor activities and a chance to make new friends all designed around the weekly theme.  Participants receive a Camp KHAOS T-shirt!  Enrolling more than one child per family? Call 206-870-6527 for discount information!

Week #5                                  7/26-7/30                                    Nuts for NatureDash Point State Park/Frisbee Golf - We'll be cooking up a good time this week as we have fun exploring. We'll be brushing up our outdoor skills, creating some fun nature crafts, and hopefully learn to be good stewards of the great outdoors!

Week #6                                  8/2-8/6                                              Game Show Gurus / Showare Center Tour/Rainiers Game -Do you have a minute to win it!?  Let's see what your game show skills are made of during this week of crazy games!

Week #7                                  8/9-8/13                           WateramaField Day/FWCC - Drip, drop, splash! Join us for a wet and wacky week of water exploration, games, crafts and other soggy activities.

Week #8                                  8/16-8/20                                   Camp KHAOS' Got TalentDes Moines Cinema/Alki - Let your talents rise to the top this week as we show off our amazing campers abilities.  Try your best to not get 3 strikes during our talent show and win a prize!

Week #9                                   8/23-8/27                          Timewarp Flashback Hi-Line Lanes/Henry Moses - Warm up that bowling arm and have a ball!  We will take a trip to Hi-Line Lanes and celebrate music through the ages!

Week #10                                  8/30-9/3                                       Camp RewindBBQ at Local Park/TBD - It has been another OUTRAGEOUS summer!  Here's your chance to help decide what camp's all about. We'll repeat many of our favorite activities for this grand finale of camp with tried-and-true kidpleasers at every turn.

Dates:  Weekly Sessions hosted June 28-Aug 30
Ages:  KHAOS 5-11 - K2 12-15
Fee*:  KHAOS $135R/$140NR - K2 $145/$150
*Registration Fee: $25R/$30NR. Add $10 if payment received less than one-week in advance. 
For more information:  206-870-6527 or email us!
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Missoula Chilren's Theatre
Elder Watch
Cooling Center
Camp KHAOS
Summer Concert Series
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Open Gym for Adults
Open gym is back!  You've asked and here we are to deliver!  If you want to get a run in and shoot some hoops, check out our court.  It's short, perfect for getting back in shape.  Run with us and see for yourself how good it feels to hoop it up!  Tell your friends and meet us on Tuesdays at the Des Moines Field House from 7-9pm.  Cost is $4.00 per person or $30 for a 10-punch card.
Des Moines Arts Commission
 
Summer Concert Series
 
Beach Park Jazz & Blues free Summer Concert Series
Wednesday evenings July 21 - Aug 11th at Beach Park-22020 Cliff Ave S., Des Moines 98198.  Four-part series features rock, jazz, blues and cultural performances at 7pm.  
 
July 21   Deadwood Revival       
July 28   Lucas Cates Band      
Aug 4     Handful of Luvin'         
Aug 11   The African All Stars  
 
Click here for more information! 
Host your Party with the Waterland City

Activity Center Rose Garden

Summer is here, and that means its time for family gatherings and special events.  If you are waiting - call us soon, we're booking fast!  Check into the City of Des Moines Facility Rental program:  Our location on the Puget Sound offers unique facility locations and highlights the breathtaking beauty of Northwest nature.  Founders Lodge at Beach Park and the Gazebo at Wooton Park  are perfect for small summer gatherings.  When the weather heats up, the water maintains a comfortable cool for you and your guests. 
 
Larger parties love the private elegance at the Des Moines  Activity Center or the historic Field House. Located just minutes from I-5, Seatac Airport and Highway 99, our facilities are memorable, accessible, and competitively priced. Whether you are continuing a tradition, starting a new one, or hosting a once-in-a-lifetime event, our unique facilities are here to accommodate you. 
 
Click here for complete pricing information and rental policies.  
Visit the Des Moines Field House, call Des Moines Parks and Recreation at (206) 870-6527, or email us to book your party today!