The Germantown Park & Recreation Department would like to be your recreation softball provider in 2008 and beyond.  Due to feedback from current and former teams, we have lowered our fees to $350 per team ($250 sponsor fee and $100 player fee).  Also new in 2008 will be the addition of a concession stand at the park where players and fans will be able to purchase snacks and beverages.

Registrations information can be found on our website www.village.germantown.wi.us .  If you have any questions feel free to call or e-mail us at (262) 250-4710 or parkrec@village.germantown.wi.us

We look forward to seeing you at Haupt Strasse Park this summer.

Join the Germantown Recreation Department's Spring gymnastics program. Classes are held on Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning April 15 - May 22, 2008. There are four class times, Totnastics for 3 year olds will be held at 5:15-6:00 p.m. and at 6:15-7:00 p.m., Kindergym for ages 4 and 5 or kindergarteners will be at 5:15-6:00 p.m. or 6:15-7:00 p.m., Dynamic Twist for grades 1-3 will be at 6:15-7:00 and 7:15-8:00 p.m. and Kippers for grades 4 and up will go from 7:15-8:00 p.m. The fee is $36 for residents and school district residents and $48 for non-residents. Register early as enrollments vary by class. Registrations are taken at the Germantown Recreation Department, located in the Village Hall. Register by Monday, Mar. 10^th.

The Germantown Park & Recreation Department is accepting donations for their 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, which is set for Saturday, March 15th at 1:00 p.m. sharp at Firemen’s Park. The hunt is for children in the Germantown School District ages 1-7. In order to make this a truly successful event, we are again asking all area businesses and service organizations for donations or for volunteers to help out on the day of the event. Donations are needed in the form of bags of candy (wrapped candies only), prizes (stuffed bunnies, coloring books, plastic eggs, small toys, etc.) or money donations. Last year approximately 650 children participated in the hunt, so we are estimating that we will need at least 500 bags of candy for this year. Anything you could donate would be very helpful and greatly appreciated. All donations will be needed by Friday, March 9th. Donations can be dropped off at the Village Hall, or if you need assistance we can arrange to come pick them up. If you have any questions, or would like to become more involved, please feel free to call the Rec. Dept. at 250-4710.

The focus of this program will be on conditioning and technique. Competitions in track & field events, inter-squad meets and meets with other track clubs are planned. Fee includes team T-shirt and end of season party. Parent Volunteers that enjoy working with children are needed. Call the Rec. Dept to volunteer. The program is for Youth grades 3-8. Practices will be held April 7 - June 7 on Mondays & Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. at the Germantown High School Track. Meets will be at home and away locations. There will be a Parent meeting night on Wednesday, April 2nd at GHS café from 6-7 p.m. The fee is $45/resident & school district resident and $65/non-resident.

Hey parents, here's your chance to join your future soccer star as they get a "kick" out of learning the basic skills and FUNdamentals of soccer. The Germantown Recreation Department is offering a Soccer program for children ages 4, 5 and 6 years old. The Pee Wee program is for ages 4 & 5 (children born between Aug. 1, 2002 to Apr. 19, 2004). The U-6 program is for ages 5 & 6 (children born between Aug. 1, 2001 - July 31, 2002). The program will be on Saturday mornings April 19 - June 7 at Haupt Strasse Park and/or Firemen's Park. The fee is $22 for Residents and $33 for School District Residents and Non-residents. The Recreation Department provides a team jersey, children need to bring shin guards and a size three soccer ball. The deadline for registration is Feb. 29th. Volunteer coaches are also needed!

Introduce the basic FUNdamentals of flag football, with the Germantown Recreation Departments new program Little Gridders for boys ages 4-6. Children must be 4 by the start of the program and must be in kindergarten or below. Practice and games will last 1 hour and 15 mins. each Saturday. Children will use nerf footballs on a 50 yard field. No helmets are needed! All teams will use the same formation in plays. The program will run on Saturdays, April 19 - June 7 at Friedenfeld Park. The fee is $22/residents and $33/non-residents and school district residents. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register by Friday, Feb. 29th.

The Germantown Park & Recreation Department is excited to offer you a new way to register for programs. Effective immediately you will now be able to register ONLINE using our web registration software WebTrac. Programs will be limited at first but before you know it, most will be available. You will need a user name and password from our department before you start. Those who have registered for programs within the last year will be sent this information. Please call our office to set up a household with user name and password if you have not registered with us before at 250-4710. You will be able to change your password and user name, view your shopping history, reprint receipts, print childcare statements, print household rosters and calendars as well as pay old balances. Once you have your user name and password visit our site at https://gtownrec.com

Friday, April 4th
Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers @ 7:30 PM
 

• CULVER’S BUCKS 40th ANNIVERSARY SCOOPIE NIGHT - fans 14 and under.
• 5:30 PM EARLY ENTRY VIP — Come in early and sit near courtside and watch the players warm up before doors open to the general public.
• POSTGAME FREE THROWS — Stay after the game and shoot a free throw on the court!

All Germantown families and friends are invited to this special ticket offer.
$51 LOWER LEVEL seats discounted to $23 Registration #376204-02

Order your tickets at:
Germantown - Park & Rec, N112 W17001 Mequon Road - PO Box 337 - Germantown, WI 53022

NEW REGISTRATION OPTION:
Effective immediately you are able to register ONLINE using our web registration software WebTrac. Visit us at www.village.germantown.wi.us to register via WebTrac and if you have not yet received your User ID and Password in the mail, contact us at 250-4710 to have it sent to you. Log in today!

Pick up your tickets starting 03-28-08 at the Park & Rec on Mequon Road.

The Park and Recreation Department is beginning the process of updating the 5 year comprehensive plan.  The purpose of the comprehensive planning process is to generate goals and objectives to improve parks and recreation services in the Village of Germantown.  The first step of the planning process was to mail 1,000 surveys to randomly selected Germantown residents.

Why do a survey?  With the growing population of the Village of Germantown, the Germantown Park and Recreation Department wants to ensure that the residents recreational needs are being met.  The best way to determine if those needs are being met is to ask a sampling of the total population.

If you were one of the recipients we would greatly appreciate your time in completing the survey.

The Germantown Recreation Department's Annual Easter Egg Hunt has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 22nd. The hunt is open to ages 1 - 7 and will be at Firemen's Park at 1:00 p.m. sharp.  If inclement weather on March 22nd hunt will be held at KMS at 1:00 p.m.  Call our hotline at 250-4711 if unsure of location.

On Monday, May 5 summer program registration began.  This was the first big test for online registration and we encountered a small problem.  We know what the problem is and are taking immediate steps to address it.  

As of right now the number of households that can register online at one time is limited to 10.  When this issue is resolved we will update this site.

If you continue to have issues please contact the office so we can assist you.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. 

Thanks,

Brett Altergott

While it has been over 130 years since Arbor Day was founded, the simple idea of setting aside a special day for tree planting is now more important than ever.  On Friday, May 9th Germantown Kids Klub spent several hours planting trees at Friedenfeld Park.  Over 50 participants ages 5-12 took part in the event.  The kids spent time planting crab apple & maple trees as well as participating in a forestry class instructed by Park & Recreation Commission Member, Mary Ellen Gray. 

The registration deadline for Traditional Playground, Awesome August and Playgrounds Plus is fast approaching. Make sure you register your child by Monday, June 2^nd to participate in the summer fun. If your child is going into grades 1 through 6, they are eligible for the programs. Traditional Playgrounds and Playgrounds Plus are offered at four locations throughout the village (County Line, MacArthur, Amy Belle and Rockfield Schools), and Awesome August is at two locations (Kinderberg and Firemen’s Parks).  Visit www.village.germantown.wi.us to download registration forms, or call the Recreation Department Office for additional information at 250-4710.

 

Playground activities will continue rain or shine with the use of a gym and/or classroom at each school. There will be no playground activities on July 4^th so make sure you plan accordingly.

Calling all teens…the Recreation Department and Youth Futures have teamed up to offer some very exciting opportunities for you to take part in this summer.  The teen adventure trips and activities include a Brewer game, Country Springs Water Park, Great America, introduction to disc golf and a disc golf cookout party. 

The Brewers trip includes a ticket for the game against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, July 10 as well as tailgating before the game and bus transportation.  The seats are located at the 200 level.  This whole day of fun only costs $26 for Germantown residents and $39 for non-residents and school district residents.

The Country Springs Water Park trip includes bus transportation, a pizza lunch and water park entrance.  Come along and enjoy such things as a three person boat ride, lazy river, water basketball and tube slides.  The fee to cover this entire day is $25 for residents and $38 for non-residents and school district residents.  It is a nice way to end the summer on August 12^th.

Great America is going to be a day of fun in the sun on Tuesday, July 8th.  With the registration fee, you get entrance into Six Flags and Hurricane Harbor as well as bus transportation.  Make sure you bring a bag lunch, towel, swimsuit and sunscreen.  All this can be yours for $46 if you are a resident and $68 if you are a non-resident or school district resident.

Chaperones for the three trips get everything for free, but they must be at least 18 years old.  The maximum number needed for each trip is four so hurry or all the spots will be gone!

Two activities for teens that we have this summer are disc golf related.  Come learn how to play at Spassland Park.  This is a fast growing sport; don’t miss your chance to become a part of it.  On July 14th & 21st, you will learn a brief history of the sport, some basic throwing styles and the rules you need to play this exciting game.  This only costs $29 if you are a resident and $43 if you are a non-resident or school district resident.  Plus you get your own disc to keep!

The disc golf cookout party is for all levels of players on Wednesday, June 25.  Just starting out or already an expert?  Come and join us for some games and lunch at Spassland Park.  It is only $6 for residents and $9 for non-residents and school district residents.

More information for any of these events can be found in the recreation department’s summer programs brochure or by calling (262)250-4710.  Don’t miss out on these amazing experiences!

Another wonderful track season has come to a close.  The children had fun, used up some of their energy, and parents cheered them on as they ran, jumped and/or threw.  All this would not have been possible without the help of our amazing coaches.  Thank you so much to all of you especially to Coach Cynthia and Jeff De Vor for running the program.  You all did such an awesome job!!!

On Friday, July 11th Glen Gerard will be teaching a magic class from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.  He is a professional magician that has performed on cruise ships and in Branson, Missouri and Las Vegas, Nevada. 

Come and learn stunning magic tricks that you can perform with items found around the home.  Fool your friends and family with magic and be a hit at any event after you learn sleight of hand, misdirection and showmanship. 

The class will take place in the Department of Public Works building on Fond du Lac Ave.  Anyone and everyone from grades 3 and up are welcome to participate.  The fees for this class are $15 for residents and $18 for non-residents and school district residents.  You can register online at www.village.germantown.wi.us or come to the Recreation Department at N112 W17001 Mequon Rd.  Please register by Thursday, July 3rd.

If you have any questions, call the Recreation Department at (262)250-4710.

The Germantown Recreation Department offers a wide variety of activities to choose from.  To go along with those amazing activities, we also have some cool camps.  One such camp is the girl’s basketball camp.  It is for girls going into grades 4 – 9.  Camp will emphasize the fundamentals of passing, dribbling, shooting, footwork, rebounding, defense, and team play.  In addition, lessons on character building and leadership will be presented.  Daily activities will include: large and small group instruction/drills, competitive contests and games.  Quality instruction and demonstration will be provided by Coach Stuve and members of the GHS varsity girls basketball team.  All campers will receive a T-shirt.  Camp runs Monday, July 14^th through Friday, July 18^th.  For grades 4 – 5, it will be 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.  Grades 6 – 9 will go from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m.  All camps will be held at the Germantown High School Main Gym.  The fee for either camp is $42/Res., $63/Non-res. & School Dist. Res.

We also have summer flag football camps available.  They are for boys going into grades 1 – 6.  The 1^st & 2^nd grade camp will focus on the basic skills of flag football.  All 1^st/2^nd grade coaches are welcome to come and participate.  It is a one day camp on Monday, July 14^th.  The fee is $15/Res., $23/Non-res. & School Dist. Res.  Camp for grades 3 – 6 will focus on fundamentals of flag football.  The goal is to help the players develop team concept skills such as passing, ball carrying, catching, punting, blocking, stance and flag pulling.  This camp is Wednesday, July 16 and Thursday, July 17.  The fee for this camp is $20/Res., $30/Non-res. & School Dist. Res.  All camps will run from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Friedenfeld Park.

Come join us for a fun, exciting time!!!

Are you looking to earn some extra money during the school year?  Enjoy working with children?  We have the perfect job for you.  The Germantown Recreation Department is looking for qualified individuals for a before & after school program for children in grades K5 - 5.  Hours are Monday - Friday, before school 5:45 - 8:45 a.m. and after school 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.  Leaders will earn between $8 - $10/hr, and supervisors will earn between $10 - $13/hr.  Applicants should have experience in supervising children. 

Applications can be submitted to:

Germantown Recreation Dept.

P.O. Box 337

Germantown, WI 53022

We received many wonderful photos.  We would like to extend a big "Thank You" to everyone that sent one in.  Now, here is the part you have all been waiting for...the results.

First Place goes to Michelle Schlosser with her picture of children Will and Kayla at Schoen Laufen Park in the fall of 2007.

Second Place goes to Michelle Schlosser for her picture of her nephew Liam visiting last October.  He was enjoying playing on the toys in Kinderberg Park.

Third Place goes to Pamela Trapane with her picture of tulips at Dheinsville Historical Park this past May.

Congratulations to our winners, and thank you again for participating!

The Recreation Department is looking for more teams to fill their Adult Co-Rec Monday Volleyball League.  The league will feature 4 divisions with 6 teams in each division who will play a round robin schedule.  Contact the Recreation Office at 250-4710 to check to see if openings still exist.

WHO:  Men and women, 18 years and older

WHEN:  Monday Evenings, September 8 – end of March/beginning of April

GAMES:  6:45, 7:45, 8:45 p.m.

DIVISIONS:  “A” Very Competitive, “A/B” More Competitive, “B” Competitive, “B/C” Competitive Recreational

OPENINGS:  At this time openings are as follows:  “A” Division – (1), “A/B” Division – (2), “B” Division – (2), and “B/C” Division – (1).  There may be more openings depending on returning team registration.  To get on a waiting list, call the Dept. at 250-4710.  All openings will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.

WHERE: Kennedy Middle School

FEE: $185/team – sponsor fee, $170/team – player fee

*How to register:

Pick up an entry form from the Germantown Recreation Department.  Get it and your team sponsor fees of $185 in to the Department as soon as possible.  Fees must be included with your entry form.

Have you ever watched a tv show and thought, "I can do that"?

Well, here is your chance to prove it.  The Germantown Recreation Department is offering a local version of The Amazing Race.  This is a new program for both youth (ages 5+) and adults to participate in.  Teams of adults and children will have to think and act quickly as they read clues and perform fun tasks while exploring the different areas of Germantown.  We may not be crossing continents or taking weeks on this adventure, but the race will be overflowing with fun for the whole family!  Register early to make sure your team can compete in this family friendly edition of The Amazing Race.  Registration fee includes team shirts (shirts are not guaranteed for late registrations - after Friday, September 26th).  Clues will be throughout the village and teams are responsible for their own transportation.  This is a one day event held on Friday, October 17, 2008 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  The race begins at Kinderberg Park before leading you around the village.  All this fun and excitement can be yours for $8 per person if you are residents and $12 per person if you are non-residents or school district residents.  Only the first 20 teams will be able to participate so register NOW!!!

3rd Annual KICKATHON in support of

"KICKING FOR A CURE"-KOMEN WALK FOR THE CURE

Sunday, September 14th - 2:00-3:00pm

Friedenfeld Park - Germantown, WI

The Germantown Power Poms, Pixie Poms and Pixie Dust team representing the Germantown Recreation Department will be joined by the Germantown High School Warchix and the B'Dazzle Dance group from Brookfield as they kick to a three minute routine in their effort to raise money for the 'KICKING FOR A CURE" campaign sponsored by Badgerette Pom Pon Inc.

The 123 young ladies will start out the afternoon with their Kickathon and then each team will present a routine for their family and friends who have come out to support them.

The Germantown Rec teams earned over $3000 last year for this worthy cause.  Extra incentive has been provided by three local businesses who are sponsoring each team and who will donate $100  if they can ALL complete kicking through the entire 3 minutes.

The Germantown teams are also supporting Milwaukee Children's Hospital, Cancer wing, in honor of Kimberly Graham the sister of a Power alumni who is currently battling cancer.

Germantown Park and Recreation is again offering discounted tickets for the Bucks Home Opener.

Register Early, Space is Limited!

Get your freinds together and sign up for some dodgeball excitement.  Teams will be formed on site each week.  A great way to hang out with your friends while having fun in a non-competitive sport.   Fridays/6 weeks.  Fall Program: Oct. 10- Dec. 5, 2008. No Program 10/31, 11/14, or 11/28.  Winter Program: Jan. 16- Mar. 6 2009. No Program 1/23 or 2/27.  Grades 4, 5, and 6 meet from 5- 6:00 p.m.  Grades 6, 7, and 8 meet from 6- 7:00 p.m. at the Kennedy Middle School Gym.  $21.12 for Resident or School District Resident.  $31.68 For Non-Resident.

On October 17th, 10 teams comprised of children and adults showed their physical and mental skills while competing in the Germantown Park and Recreation Department's version of The Amazing Race.  Participants were guided by a series of route markers leading them to eight locations throughout Germantown.  While at each location, participants completed a variety of challenges.  The winning team was able to complete the race in just under 2 hrs.

Congratulations to the Pagel Family for winning this year's race!

Watch the Winter/Spring Park and Rec. Brochure for information on the Spring Amazing Race. This is an event you will not want to miss!

GERMANTOWN YOUTH FUTURES KALAHARI WATER PARK FIELD TRIP

Always wanted to learn to skate like Michelle Kwan? Then begin the same way!  Join the United States Figure Skating's Learn to Skate.  Designed for beginner to intermediate level skaters.  Skills taught include forward adn backward skating, stopping, swizzels, and ice saftety.  Program is administered by Kettle Moraine Figure Skating on privately contracted ice, under the direction of a Master Rated Coach.  Dress for the cold.  No jeans allowed in class.  Wind pants recommended.  Fee includes skate rental if needed.  Call (262) 335-0383 with additional questions.

 Youth (Ages 4 & up)

Sundays/ 6 Weeks, Dec. 14th- Feb. 1st (no class 12/21, 12/28), Register by Monday Dec. 8th.

Wednesdays/ 6 Weeks, Dec. 17th- Feb. 4th  (no class 12/29, 12/31), Register by Monday Dec. 8th.

Kettle Moraine Ice Center- 2330 South Main St., West Bend (Hwy. P) Across from Bob Fish.

$50/Res., $60/Non-Res. & School Dist. Res (Per Session)

Enrollment: Min 4, Max 15 (Must be age 4 by start of program.)

Each day a new cooking experience will be presented from good eats to yummy treats. Your chef will prepare and eat what they create giving them a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. We will also cover cooking terms, measuring, manners, place settings and kitchen safety. A themed story or game will also be a highlight of each night.  Please list any known food allergies on registration form. 

Class will be held on Tuesdays, Feb. 3- Mar.10

  Grades K5 - 2^nd will go from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. and Grades 3 - 6 will go from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. 

The fee is $30/Res & School Dist. Res., $42/Non-Res. And will be held at Survive Alive House.