Mankato Community Education

Ages 18 and Up, Under 18 must be accompanied by adult Payment options - $40 monthly (Automatic payment on the 1st of each month of the session) $5 drop-in fee (Processed at the pool. Cash, credit, or check). Card payments can be saved to make future drop-in payments without a physical card. Designed swim workouts, not swimming lessons. Lanes are divided by ability, and workouts are scaled to each lane. Each workout varies in distance, swim strokes, drills, and speed. Mankato Community Education and Recreation is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for participants, staff and the community we serve by following guidance from the Minnesota Departments of Health and Education.

These activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Skills and fun! Come learn with the Mankato MoonDogs coaching staff and players! Open to beginners and more experienced players. Athletes will be divided into groups according to age and skill level. All campers will receive a ticket to attend the game on the night of the 2nd day of camp. Please bring a glove and wear athletic/comfortable clothing. If student's have rubber cleats they can bring those - NO metal cleats allowed.

Purchase a punch card and clay coupon (each sold separately) to use the Pottery Studio facilities and supplies. Summer hours for the Lincoln Community Center Pottery Studio is open Tuesdays 5 - 8pm and Thursdays from 1 - 5 pm while school is out June 10th thru the end of Aug. Each day you come is 1 use. Our pottery lab is equipped with potter's wheels, slab roller, extruder, hand building tools, glazes, greenware storage, and electric kilns. This is not an instructional class. Artists should be able to use the studio and equipment independently, but a studio supervisor will be present for technical questions. In our studio, you pay based on use. We only allow clay sold by our studio. We know the products we use / sell to students are safe for our kilns and will produce a good quality product. The studio, managed by Mankato Community Education Leisure + Enrichment Program keeps in inventory high quality supplies and equipment for artist use. The studio and CE cannot be held responsible for work that in the process of drying or firing is damaged or broken. Our studio is available for artist use in part because of volunteer time and funding provided by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Join us for a worry-free trip! We do the planning, and you enjoy the day! Come aboard The Anson Northrup for a delightful Mississippi River cruise + picnic experience on October 8th! Take in the natural beauty of Minnesota's riverine habitat including sights along the way such as: the St. Paul High Bridge, Pig’s Eye Cave, the Minnesota River mouth, and Pike Island, and of course the delightful colors of the trees in the Fall from The Mississippi River! Excursions depart from Harriet Island in St. Paul, the cruise runs from Noon to 2 PM, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh air. Relax on the main deck with chairs on the bow, or explore the second deck under a canopy with chairs and tables. The main deck has restrooms and a bar, and is enclosed and surrounded by windows. The boat's interior cabins are climate-controlled. You'll be treated to a plated meal featuring barbeque chicken and pulled pork served with buns, green chili cheddar corn bread, and potato salad. Indulge your sweet tooth with a dessert of cookies and enjoy a cup of coffee as you take in the scenic views. All sauces are gluten-free, ensuring everyone can savor the flavors. Our group all enjoys the special 'Soda Package' providing unlimited fountain soda and lemonade (please note, this package does not include canned or bottled beverages). Book your tour today and enjoy a memorable journey on The Anson Northrup! The boat has an upper & lower deck. Upper deck is only accessible by stairs. Boats are climate controlled for your comfort (heating or air conditioning, based on the temps) Don't delay your reservation as these trips can fill up fast. Registration closes on September 13th, so we can finalize ticket purchases with Padelford Riverboats. NO REFUNDS can be given for trips after the registration deadline. Bus loading information: Arrive at Wow Zone parking lot in Mankato around 8:00 to leave at 8:15 am, or arrive at the parking lot of St. Peter Community Center in St. Peter by 8:20 am. Return time is approximate. The boat tour is from (12 noon - 2 pm) with a return to St. Peter & Mankato between 5 & 5:30 pm, depending on traffic. Accessibility: The dock is ADA compliant. The Boats are Not ADA compliant. There are no elevators on board. Our guests in wheelchairs or scooters are able to be on the main deck, where the restrooms & bar are located. The main deck is enclosed and surrounded by windows. The boat's interior cabins are climate-controlled. "With that said we have hundreds of people with walkers, canes, scooters, and wheelchairs on board every year. The Coast Guard Requires a "Water Barrier" at all exterior doors on the boat. The Water Barrier is like a small speed bump, it is beveled on both sides. Most of our guests do not have any problem with the water barrier. Some people with wheelchairs or Scooters do need a little help getting over the water barrier. Our crew is always available to help!" -Padelford Staff

Join us for a worry-free trip! We do the planning, and you enjoy the day! Come aboard The Betsy Northrup for a delightful Mississippi River cruise + picnic experience on September 26th! Take in the natural beauty of Minnesota's riverine habitat including sights along the way such as: the St. Paul High Bridge, Pig’s Eye Cave, the Minnesota River mouth, and Pike Island, and of course the delightful colors of the trees in the Fall from The Mississippi River! Excursions depart from Harriet Island in St. Paul, the cruise runs from Noon to 2 PM, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh air. Relax on the main deck with chairs on the bow, or explore the second deck under a canopy with chairs and tables. The main deck has restrooms and a bar, and is enclosed and surrounded by windows. The boat's interior cabins are climate-controlled. You'll be treated to a plated meal featuring barbeque chicken and pulled pork served with buns, green chili cheddar corn bread, and potato salad. Indulge your sweet tooth with a dessert of cookies and enjoy a cup of coffee as you take in the scenic views. All sauces are gluten-free, ensuring everyone can savor the flavors. Our group all enjoys the special 'Soda Package' providing unlimited fountain soda and lemonade (please note, this package does not include canned or bottled beverages). Book your tour today and enjoy a memorable journey on The Betsy Northrup! Don't delay your reservation as these trips can fill up fast. Registration closes on September 2nd, so we can finalize ticket purchases with Padelford Riverboats. NO REFUNDS can be given for trips after the registration deadline. Bus loading information: Arrive at Wow Zone parking lot in Mankato around 8:00 to leave at 8:15 am, or arrive at the parking lot of St. Peter Community Center in St. Peter by 8:20 am. Return time is approximate. The boat tour is from (12 noon - 2 pm) with a return to St. Peter & Mankato between 5 & 5:30 pm, depending on traffic. Accessibility: The dock is ADA compliant. The Boats are Not ADA compliant. There are no elevators on board. Our guests in wheelchairs or scooters are able to be on the main deck, where the restrooms & bar are located. The main deck is enclosed and surrounded by windows. The boat's interior cabins are climate-controlled. "With that said we have hundreds of people with walkers, canes, scooters, and wheelchairs on board every year. The Coast Guard Requires a "Water Barrier" at all exterior doors on the boat. The Water Barrier is like a small speed bump, it is beveled on both sides. Most of our guests do not have any problem with the water barrier. Some people with wheelchairs or Scooters do need a little help getting over the water barrier. Our crew is always available to help!" -Padelford Staff

A 4 oz bottle of Minnesota Clay Co. brand potter's slip. Comes in Black, Green, Terra Cotta, Blue, and Gold.

A 4 oz bottle of Minnesota Clay Co. brand potter's slip. Comes in Black, Green, Terra Cotta, Blue, and Gold.

This professional learning services course is provided by MAPS Early Learning Licensed Professionals and introduces some practical applications to enhance your abilities in forming secure, calm and reliable relationships with the children in your care. Gain insight into new ways to understand challenging behaviors and explore strategies for responding to children's social emotional needs. Calm and reliable connection with an early care provider is the foundation for children's engagement and all learning in the classroom.

Join us for Rec on The Go! Our recreation trailer will be at your local park with games, crafts, sports, and fun! Drop by and play with us! June 13: 6 pm Summer Kick Off @ Eagle Lake Elementary June 14: 6:30 - 8:30 pm @ Spring Lake Park (Free Movie Night) June 17: 10 am - 11 am @ Story Book Park June 18: 10 am - 12 pm @ Lake Eagle Park June 25: 10 am - 12 pm @ Eagle Heights Park June 26: 10 am - 12 pm @ Pleasant View Park July 9: 10 am - 12 pm @ Fraze Park July 22: 9 am - 11 am @ University Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Sibley Park July 23: 9 am - 11 am @ Sibley Park Apts + 11:30 am - 12:30 @ Spring Lake Park (Free lunch + book Mobile) + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Alexander Park July 24: 9 am - 11 am @ University Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Highland Park July 25: 9 am - 11 am @ Sibley Park Apts + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Rasmussen Woods (Nature Writing Program) July 29: 9 am - 11 am @ Eastport Apts + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Sibley Park July 30: 9 am - 11 am @ Colonial Square Apts + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Alexander Park July 31: 9 am - 11 am @ Eastport Apts + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Highland Park August 1: 9 am - 11 am @ Colonial Square Apts + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Lion’s Park August 5: 9 am - 11 am @ Heritage Estates Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Sibley Park August 6: 9 am - 11 am @ Washington Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Alexander Park August 7: 9 am - 11 am @ Heritage Estates Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Highland Park August 8: 9 am - 11 am @ Washington Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Rasmussen Woods (DNR Birding program) August 12: 9 am - 11 am @ Eastwood Manor Mobile Home Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Sibley Park August 13: 9 am - 11 am @ Dublin Crossing + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Alexander Park August 14: 9 am - 11 am @ Eastwood Manor Mobile Home Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Highland Park August 15: 9 am - 11 am @ Dublin Crossing + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Franklin Rogers Park + 6 pm Back to School On the Grand Lawn (Civic Center) August 19: 9 am - 11 am @ Columbia Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Sibley Park August 20: 9 am - 11 am @ Trail Creek Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Alexander Park August 21: 9 am - 11 am @ Columbia Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Highland Park August 22: 9 am - 11 am @ Trail Creek Park + 1 pm - 3 pm @ Ray Erlandson Park

Skating classes are offered through the Ice skating Institute of America for recreational skaters at all levels. Classes are held Saturday mornings and are 30 minutes in length. For questions, contact Deb Radzak at dradza1@isd77.org

Hosting a variety of individual and team activities to learn and practice skills, expand game/sport knowledge and grow as individuals and team players.

Providing individual, group and team opportunities for fitness and fun