Agenda - Public Works Committee - 07/11/2024

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We are excited to revamp another one of our beloved parks, Alpine! Join Ramsey's Parks and Recreation Commission for a ribbon cutting celebration with plenty of family -friendly yard games, tasty eats, and plenty of summer -time fun. Enjoy re -connecting with your neighbors, meet new friends, and stay for the July Commission meeting at the park to hear about the latest park and trail initiatives in the city, and provide your thoughts too. • Date: Thursday, July 11, 5 p.m. — 6:30 p.m. The Park & Recreation Commission meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. with Citizen's Input. • Cost: Free to attend • Registration: Pre -registration is encouraged, but not required. Two Rivers Art Fair Join us with the Rumriver Art Center for the Two Rivers Art Fair: Drawn Together! Local artists will share and sell their art with the community. In addition, this event will feature local food vendors, artist demonstrations, introductory art classes, live music and more! • Date: Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. at The Draw • Cost: Free to attend. Artist booths are available for $30/10'x10' display space, youth artists may register for $15. Limited space is available, apply online here. Kids' Corner You asked, we answered! Last fall we sent out a Recreation Opportunities Survey to gauge areas of interest for the community. One of the top items requested was programs specifically for youth and families. This summer we are excited to host our first Summer Camps as well as expand on current offerings. Art in the Park We are excited to have the Rumriver Art Center join us again for Art in the Park this summer during the Draw Concert Series! Celebrating 50 years of Ramsey, the series this year will highlight insects, animals, landscapes, and local activities found in Ramsey. We will use a variety of materials such as oil pastels, watercolor paints, graphite, and more! Classes will take place at The Draw prior to the Concert Series. • Dates: Thursdays, June 13 — August 15, 6 — 7 p.m. • Cost: $5/child, open to ages 5-15. Pre -registration is required, open until full. Registration will be taken through the Rumriver Art Center here. Musical Theatre Day Camp We are partnering with Northern Starz to offer TWO brand new Day Camps for kids! This is a great opportunity for your child to unleash their inner star, develop performance skills, and boost confidence. A final performance will take place on the last day of camp at Elmcrest Park. • Frozen the Musical (grades K-3) • Dates: Monday, August 12 - Friday, August 16 from 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. • Seussical the Musical (Grades 4-12) • Dates: Monday, August 5 - Friday, August 9 from 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. • Cost: $315 per child. Pre -registration is required. See each listing for registration deadlines. Pop-up Play - Time2Play with Northgate Church Let's play! Did you know play is fundamental to a child's healthy development and community gives children a feeling of belonging and safety? Time2Play combines the two by providing a weekly destination for fun. Bring your kids and their friends for games, sports, crafts, snacks, and more! This program will take place at the Ballfield at The Draw.