RECREATION:

For all events and activities, go online at www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/parks to register or call 328-PARK (7275) for more information. Fall/Winter catalogs are now available.

 

INDOOR WINTER VOLLEYBALL
Tuesday or Wednesday - Smart
Wednesday - Sudlow
Games played 6:30-10pm
Early bird: $140 per team till 12/26
After 12/26: $160 per team   Register Today at www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/parks

Sign up for the league that best fits your team. Check the rules for full description of leagues. Leagues are broken down by skill level. The leagues are briefly described as follows: B1/B2: Advanced players, B3: Competitive players and B4 Competitive Rec. players.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call our offices at (563) 328-PARK (7275).

 

WINTER CELEBRATION

Chill's and thrills are what you will find at Centennial Park and Rivers Edge on January 8th from 2pm-4pm.  So put your parka and mittens on and grab your families for inside and outside fun! Join us for snow sports, hot chocolate, ice skating, children activities and so much more! Silver skates speed skating will take place at the Rivers Edge during this great event so get pre-registered.

 

Dinner Theater at Comedy Sportz

Join us for good food and laughter at our interactive dinner party.

No scholarships are available. 12/5  Fee: $10  Time: 6-10 pm

 

30-Hour Play Fest: Performances- 12/11/2011

That's right!  Junior Theatre students will only have 30 hours to prepare a Holiday Classic story!  Students will arrive the night before, prepare a full production in only 30-hours, and then perform for you!  Local professionals will help guide the students to success.  Come see how the holiday project turns out!  $3.00 for anyone 3 years and up, tickets sold at door, Sunday, Dec 11 @ 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM

 

Kindernature- Winter Animals

Kindernature is a nature program for young children ages 3 to 5 which enriches awareness and appreciation for nature. Each class focuses on an environmental theme includes a story, hands-on activity, craft and themed snack. Class fee is $6 per child.  An adult must accompany the child. Registration is required and class size is limited to 20 children. Each class begins at 10am in the Vander Veer Conservatory.

What do animals do in the winter? Where do they go? Come find out the mystery of these questions.

 

Bowling Tournament

December 6, 2011:  1:00pm  People 1st Bowling Tournament @ Miller Time Bowl-Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd places.  Pre-registration is required.  Admission is $10.00. Fee includes bowling and shoe rental.

 

Holiday Organizing

Do the holidays get you down? Do you feel rushed, hurried, and disorganized at Christmas? Or maybe the Festival of Trees has put you in the holiday mood! Join Professional Organizer Mona Brantley from Organize That as she gives you all the tools and information needed for a fun, relaxing, and festive holiday season. This three hour course will cover the planning and preparation stages to cover meals, gifts, cards, parties, scheduling, and all your holiday needs.  Preregister to receive your detailed paper holiday planner especially designed and created for class participants. $40 with a limit of 12.

This class will be held at the Collins House - 1234 E. 29th Street, Davenport (Corner of Bridge and 29th Street, North of Genesis East)

 

Ooey Gooey Treats

Measure and mix your way to some of your favorite gooey concoctions!  Each week participants will be guided in how to follow directions to reach their final goal...a delicious treat.  No Scholarships are available for this class. 11/29-12/20  Fee:$35 Duck Creek Lodge

 

Toddling on the Wild Side at the Libraries

Come to your local library with you 18 month to 4 year olds and experience nature first hand. Program starts at 2pm and last for 30 minutes. Fairmount December 1st and 15th. Eastern Ave Library December 10th. Free program.

 

Senior Coffee 12/14 10am to Noon

Come and enjoy the Conservatory Display ( Holiday Show) at Vander Veer Botanical Park . your admission fee includes entertainment and refreshments ($1).

 

Holiday Safety Seminar

On December 8th at 10am, Officer Hank of the Davenport Police Department will be giving a Holiday Safety presentation at Roosevelt Community Center on Minnie Avenue, just off South Concord.  The talk will be about Holiday scams and how to handle donation you wish to give. Come join us for the free presentation and coffee.

 

RIVER'S EDGE-

Located at 700 W. River Drive (Across from Modern Woodmen Park)

Skate with Santa at The River's Edge!

Come for Public Skate and visit with Santa!

Santa will make an appearance at 3pm

Public Skate Fees Apply

Date/Time: Sunday, December 4th from 2:45pm-4:45pm

 

Toys for Tots at The River's Edge!

Bring a toy or book to donate to Toys for Tots and skate *free!

*Skate rental is $3/person

Date/Time: Saturday, December 17th 2:45pm-4:15pm

 

First Shot Program

Adults! Come learn to play hockey at The River's Edge

Hockey Equipment Required

Program runs for 10 weeks $170 per player

Starts Jan 5th 2012

Runs every Thursday night from 9:30 - 10:30pm

 

Adult Hockey League at The River's Edge

"C/D" level players only

January 5th - March 11th

$200 per player/$150 for goalies

Games are Sunday nights at 9:30pm and 10:45pm

 

U12 Stick and Puck at The River's Edge

Sunday December 4th 5:00-6:00pm

Full equipment required

$10 per player

 

Gear up for winter at The River's Edge!

Holiday Public Skate times start December 19th

See www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/parks for

Schedules and pricing

 

HOLIDAY SOCCER TOURNAMENTS ON THE TURF

Youth team winners receive an automatic bid to the National Indoor Soccer Championships in Kansas City this Spring!!!

U-10 December 27 and 28

U-12 December 29 and 30

U-14 December 31

Coed Adult 3v3 January 1

 

GOLF:

Duck Creek Golf Course will remain OPEN as weather permits through the winter season. Call proshop 326-7824 for daily conditions.

 

Indoor Golf Practice Range will open in December at The Rivers' Edge, 700 West River Drive. Call 328-PARK (7275) or click www.golfdavenport.com for daily schedule and availability.

 

Logon to www.golfdavenport.com to see the latest announcements for 2012 season that include : re-loadable player cards and new rain-check policy.

 

Call Your Davenport Golf Professional for Fall/Winter specials on merchandise an apparel. Ron Thrapp (Emeis Golf) 326-7825, Matt Hasley (Duck Creek Golf) 326-7824.

 

Golf Gift Certificates - The perfect Christmas gift for the golf enthusiast in your family!  Purchase at any golf course or at the River's Edge.  Available in any denomination in multiples of $5.

 

Red Hawk Lodge

This clubhouse gathering and meeting space is now available for rental for your holiday parties!.  Call 563-328-PARK (7275) for availability and prices.



PARKS:
Credit Island Lodge and Red Hawk Lodge are both now open for indoor winter rentals!  Both lodges have kitchens and are great for your holiday parties. Call 563-328-PARK (7275) for availability.

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