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ire- �i/re� c4t "A4 (ii/(/ i'eM )e yr(im ,9*/r/ 7 /r /•1 - �e�r�i��r/ MK -21'h c -(iri/ * �'%'e Youth Instructional: Our winter youth instructional programs are underway. Classes were cancelled on February 2 due to bad weather and the school districts decision to close all buildings for the evening. Field Trips: Our next set of outings will take place over Spring Break week (March 29 - April 2). Each day will consist of morning activities at Centennial Elementary and an afternoon trip. Trips planned include Eagles Nest, Grand Slam, Tropics, bowling at Flaherty's and a movie at White Bear Township. Snack and Skate: These outdoor lessons have become very popular. The number of participants increased to the point of needing two instructors. We have been fortunate to have the same enthusiastic instructors for the past three years - they have done a wonderful job! Hockey Skills Development: Volunteer and paid coaches teach participants hockey skills in this program. This program is not as large as other programs, but the young participants have a positive hockey experience. Keeia1 Weenies Sweetheart Dance: Approximately 209 children and adults were in attendance for our 3rd Annual CLUB (Centennial and Lino Lakes Unite with Blaine) Sweetheart Dance that was held on Saturday, February 14 at Centennial Elementary. Participants enjoyed music by Mar -Kit DJ service, a craft project, refreshments and photo opportunities. Adult Team Basketball: The season is winding down, but some teams will be participating in a post season playoff. Indoor Soccer: We are currently accepting registrations for this program, however, this season we will be reducing the number of teams from 8 to 6/7 due to the youth indoor soccer program's need for additional turf time. Adult Softball: The registration period for returning teams is open. It is anticipated that all our leagues will fill. We can accommodate 64 teams in five different leagues. Warming Houses: The warming house season began on December 30, 2003 and closed on February 20, 2004. This was a more traditional season in the sense of weather. There were no significant closings due to warm or cold temperatures, although we did close early a few times due to extreme subzero temperatures. A detailed report is included in this report. Next season we may see another reduction in the number of shelters open and hours of operation. This reduction is not due to attendance, but limitations with allocated funds necessary to operate this program as in the past. In order to reopen City Hall Park, we may look at reducing hours at other shelters. Oreexe ztiem e €ie ro, 44 66i 4 Wrizi/ir Recreation Review: The spring edition was mailed out on February 18. Page: Check out our web page at www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us. Employment: We are now accepting applications for summer employment. Questions? Please call Liz Bursack or Barry Bernstein at 651- 982 -2440.