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POP UP PLAY is a drop-in supervised outdoor program for youth offered at Dickinson public park locations. In June and July we will “Pop Up” at a park near you! Come find us this summer and enjoy crafts, games and activities for children 7-12. Children can participate in the supervised program during the duration of the time our staff are on site. Pop Up Play do not monitor with whom, how, or when children come and go from the playground. PURPOSE: To improve access to parks through social equity and equality for ALL through creative programming and community outreach! DATES/LOCATIONS: Monday, June 14th & 28th - Eagles Park (428 2nd Ave SW) Wednesday, June 16th & 30th - Kostelecky Park (1949 Prairie Ave) Monday, July 12th & 26th - Eagles Park (428 2nd Ave SW) Wednesday, July 14th & 28th - Kostelecky Park (1949 Prairie Ave) REQUIREMENTS:

• Ages 7-12
• Children under age 7 must be accompanied by someone ages 16+
• Program is free - no registration will be held

Join our 2 certified RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) coaches on your quest to prepare for the Fargo ½ marathon. We will coach you through this training program that will include a running program with cross training to help get ready to run Fargo, Strong! REQUIREMENTS:

• A current minimum of 6 miles total within a week is strongly encouraged for this distance.
• Attending and running the Fargo Marathon on September 25, 2021 is not required to participate in this challenge group.
• Registration deadline is May 31.

Dickinson Parks and Recreation offers young children the opportunity to interact with other children and explore hands on crafts.  Craft stations will be set-up for children to make seasonal themed crafts and increase their fine motor skills. Join us after Kids Fit for a snack and Spring time crafts! Can't make it? No problem! Join us virtually - we'll post to Facebook when the virtual class is ready for you to do at your convenience. SEE YOU IN CLASS!

Competitive league play in a recreational setting! Participation in this league is a great way to enjoy some outdoor interaction with your peers on a beautiful summer evening. Now with a new pole system to keep the nets tight. SEASON:  May 25 – July 29, 2021 AGES: 18+ yrs. | H.S. students are ineligible PLAYER FEE:  $42.00  |  SPONSOR FEE:  $115.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  April 20, 2021 REGISTRATION INFO: Team Roster | Info & Rules  LEAGUE SCHEDULES Coed Classic Women's Classic Women's Recreation *All sponsor and player fees MUST BE PAID IN FULL when team registration is submitted or it will not be accepted.  It is the team manager’s responsibility to collect all fees ahead of time and submit as one team registration. Questions ? Contact Wilson McLaughlin, Recreation Supervisor at 701-456-2910 or email wmclaughlin@dickinsonparks.org

Dickinson Parks & Recreation organizes golf programs offered through Heart River Golf Course.  For more information on leagues and lessons, please visit https://heartrivergolfcourse.com/.

Dickinson Parks and Recreation offers a comprehensive, award winning safety education program sponsored in part by the Kiwanis Club.  Children will practice "real life" safety situations in a miniature "city".  Children will have fun learning about safety in the following areas:  Pedestrian and bicycle safety, railroad crossings, animal safety, electrical safety, school bus safety, stranger danger, seat belts, pool safety, farm safety as well as calling 911 and what to do in an emergency situation.  Special guests from the community will make appearances to demonstrate the safety topics addressed each day. SESSIONS: June 14-24 | 9:00-11:30 am or 1:00-3:30 pm REQUIREMENTS: Registration deadline is June 9. THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY CITY SPONSORS! Eagles Club Kiwanis Club Rotary Club NW Tire St. Anthony Club Stark County Sheriff Department Dickinson Fire Department Dickinson Police Department Consolidated McDonalds

T-Ball is an introductory program to the game of baseball at its most basic level.  Players will be introduced to the basic skills of throwing, catching, hitting, and running the bases.  Participants will hit off the batting tee for entire program. REGISTER HERE REQUIREMENTS: Must be 5-6 years as of May 1, 2021. Baseball glove required. Registration deadline is June 16.

Participants will learn fundamentals of base running, catching and throwing without gloves, and proper batting stance/grip.  No glove required. REGISTER HERE REQUIREMENTS: Must be age 4 by May 1, 2021. Registration deadline is June 16.

In this introductory tennis program, participants will experience the basic fundamental skills associated with the game of tennis in a fun, non-competitive learning environment.  Racquets are provided if needed. SESSIONS: June 7-30 | 6-8 yr | 10:35-11:30 am June 7-30 | 9-11 yr | 9:30-10:25 am July 6-28 | 6-8 yr | 10:35-11:30 am July 6-28 | 9-11 yr | 9:30-10:25 am

Creativity is encouraged and a wide range of supplies are used to make their own masterpiece.  Sign up for all four sessions!  There will be unique goals and projects each week.  Students will gain essential skills to create projects using creative expression.  Supplies are included. SESSIONS: June 7-17 | Mon-Thu 9:00-10:15 am | 6-8 yr 10:30-11:45 am | 9-12 yr June 21-July 1 | Mon-Thu 9:00-10:15 am | 9-12 yr 10:30-11:45 am | 6-8 yr July 6-15 | Mon-Thu 12:30-1:45 pm | 6-8 yr 2:00-3:15 pm | 9-12 yr July 19-29 | Mon-Thu 12:30-1:45 pm | 9-12 yr 2:00-3:15 pm | 6-8 yr REQUIREMENTS: Registration deadline is Wednesday prior to each session.