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Parks and Recreation Department Happenings December 2015  IMPROVING HEALTH o Based on popularity of the Lateral X cardio machine, a second was added to the cardio section of the Fitness Center at NBCC. o Women’s volleyball was held each Wednesday in December with 56 participants each week. o Drop-in Pickleball at Highview School averaged 23 adult participants each Tuesday in December. o 26 adults 55+ attended a 4-hour AARP Smart Driver’s Safety Class. o 24 Club 55 members attended a holiday party. o 30 adults 55+ attended an Education and Enrichment workshop on Healthy Bones and Joints. o 12 adults attended the Education and Enrichment workshop on Hospice care. o 31 adults 55+ from St. Anthony, Roseville and New Brighton enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at the American Swedish Institute. o 5 participants from teens to adults were trained in CPR/AED and First Aid skills to be prepared to assist in emergencies. o 71 participants enrolled in group fitness activities during December. o 15 rounds of golf were played in December at Brightwood Hills, on temporary greens, bringing the total number of rounds up to 22,136 for the year.  PROTECTING NATURAL RESOURCES o NBCC was a successful recipient of a Recycling Grant from the Ramsey County Health Department in the amount of $19,515. A NBCC match/contribution of $1,731.31 went towards twenty-seven new and attractive recycling containers. These units will be distributed through-out NBCC individual rooms and general areas. The containers will designate and separate recyclables from trash, helping patrons to become more responsible stewards of our environment. o Tree trimming is being performed by city contractors and city staff in different neighborhoods to allow safe passage of large vehicles i.e. fire trucks and plow trucks.  FOSTERING HEALTHY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT o Swimming allows youth the opportunity to experience challenge, fun, and enjoyment while increasing their self-esteem and decreasing their stress. Did you know the Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for the Winter Swimming Lessons Program for anyone ages 6 months and older? o Parent night was held at Irondale H.S. on December 16 to showcase gymnastic skills. Over 100 participants and parents were in attendance. o The annual holiday dance show was held at Highview School on December 9 with 66 dancers (ages 3-10) and over 175 spectators attending. o 43 students attended Little Tigers Martial Arts and Karate each Monday in December. o Adaptive bowling was held on Saturdays in December with 28 youth and young adults attending each week.  SUSTAINING FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY o Staff emailed activity flyers to youth currently in classes reminding them to sign up for winter programs and purchase gift certificates at the front desk. o Staff continues to review various recreation software programs comparing options and pricing.  SUPPORTING COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT o A new sledding hill light is being installed at Silver Oaks Park. Residents in the neighborhood requested a light be added to the park to allow children to safely sled after dark. PARKS & RECREATION UPDATES If you would like to receive parks and recreation updates on a monthly basis via email, you may sign up on the city website at www.newbrightonmn.gov. Click on the NB Newsroom link on the left sidebar, provide us with your email address, and select which email updates you would like to receive. Parks & Recreation Updates will be emailed around the 10th of each month.