Fall / Winter M LINE. City of. Parks and Recreation

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1 Fall / Winter City of M LINE Parks and Recreation

2 06 TABLE OF CONTENTS 02 GENERAL INFORMATION Staff Directory Offi ce Location & Hours Registration Information & Form Refund Policy 06 FACILITY RENTALS SPECIAL EVENTS Music on the Mississippi Echoes from Riverside Prospect Park Through Time A Grand Night For Singing Spooktacular Mother & Son Fun: Sports Night Supper With Santa Dad Daughter Date Night Purses for Parks - Date Changed 11 YOUTH SPORTS / PROGRAMS Tiny Tykes Clinic Flag Football Leagues Hot Shots Plus Hot Shots Clinic Little Dribblers Pee-Wee Plus Pee-Wee Clinic Little Strikers Girls Volleyball Teddy Bear & Friends Pajama Party Tennis Lessons Mother Daughter Tea USA Girls Fastpitch Softball League 17 SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Bus Trip - IKEA/Woodfield Mall Bus Trip - Downtown Chicago Holiday Wreath Class QC Rock Painting Friends of Riverside Garden Classes 19 ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Fall Softball Adult Indoor Volleyball Extended Adult Indoor Volleyball CEMETERIES General Information Grave Decorations MEMORIALS Commemorative Stone & Brick Pavers Enhancement Program 22 VOLUNTEERING PAGE 1 Moline Parks & Recreation

3 STAFF DIRECTORY Lori Wilson Parks Recreation Director Todd Slater Cemetery Manager Greg Johnson Park Operations Manager Yvonne Brolander Administrative Secretary Amanda Bolt Recreation Coordinator Stacy Laake Special Events/Marketing Specialist Teresa Leedle Recreation Specialist ABOUT MOLINE PARKS AND RECREATION Our Department is responsible for the management and daily operations of all Parks and Recreation facilities, including 23 parks, more than 700 acres of parkland, over 16 miles of bicycle/pedestrian trails, Riverside Family Aquatic Center, Greenvalley Sports Complex, two municipal cemeteries, Sylvan Island and more. In addition, we offer numerous programs in the areas of adult and youth sports, rentals, and special events. MISSION STATEMENT To enhance community wellness and quality of life by providing diverse recreational experiences, exceptional park programs and well maintained facilities. Adopted November 30, VISION We make Moline a fun and healthy place to live, work and play. Adopted January 24, PARK BOARD President - Don Welvaert Vice President - John Knaack Secretary - Carrie Bull Roger Clawson Dave Navarro Lauren Schrier Michael Waldron General Information OFFICE INFORMATION Location: th Avenue Moline, IL Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Phone: Fax: Rainout Line: Website: Park Board meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 3:30 p.m. at Moline Public Works ( th Avenue). Meetings are open to the public. To present a topic at a meeting please call Yvonne Brolander at Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 2

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5 Registration Form Please print clearly and fill out the entire form completely. General Information Adult Participant or Parent s Name Phone Address City/State Zip FOUR WAYS TO REGISTER There are four fast and easy ways to register for Moline Parks and Recreation programs and events. 1. Register Online 2. Register by Phone 3. Register in Person 4. Register by Mail Visit molineparks.com and click the purple Sign Up button. To register over the phone with a debit or credit card, please call Stop by the Parks office at th Avenue, we re open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Send registration form, waiver and payment to th Avenue Moline, IL SIGN UP Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 4

6 General Information REFUND POLICY In the event of insufficient registration or other circumstances beyond our control, it may be necessary to cancel classes, programs or special events. In such cases, you will be notifi ed and a full refund will be issued. The following refund policies will apply: Classes/Programs: Up to one week prior to the class/program, full refund less $5 administration fee. Within one week of the program, no refunds. Once a class/program has started, no refunds, transfers or credits. Leagues: No refunds will be issued after schedules have been posted. Trips: No refunds will be issued unless space can be filled with wait list registrations. If your space can be fi lled, full refund, less $5 administration fee, will be issued. Pavilions - Shelters - Garden Center - Cellar: All reservations and fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Participation in all Moline Parks and Recreation leagues, programs and events will require a waiver signature. *Please note: We rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. City Offices Closed Sept. 3 Nov. 12 Nov. 22 Nov. 23 Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 31 Jan. 1 Feb. 18 Labor Day Veterans Day Observed Thanksgiving Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Years Eve New Years Day Presidents Day PAGE 5 Moline Parks & Recreation

7 MOLINE GARDEN CENTER Address: th Avenue The Moline Garden Center is an indoor facility which may be rented year-round for meetings, family reunions, baby showers, bridal showers, etc. In addition to the meeting room, there is a small kitchen area containing a stove, microwave, refrigerator, and sink for patron use. Set up or clean up time needed must be included in the rental time specifi ed. Call or stop by the park office for more information and to reserve today! Rental Times: All rentals must be made at least one (1) week in advance. Anytime between 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. OR anytime between 6:00-11:00 p.m. * You may rent between the two time slots if your rental is a minimum of six (6) hours. Holidays: One rental per day allowed on each of the following holidays: New Year s Day, President s Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veteran s Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year s Eve. Fees: $50 per hour (3 hour minimum) $100 damage deposit Full payment due at the time of reservation Damage deposits will be refunded to all renters who adhere to the rules and leave the facility and its belongings the way they found it THE CELLAR Address: 3400 Avenue of the Cities Let us take away the stress and mess of your child s party! We are currently accepting rentals September 2018 through May Call to book your party today! Facility Highlights: Accommodates up to 300 people Dance floor and party lights DJ and supervisor included in fee Pool Table Ping pong Air hockey Foosball Plenty of seating Rental Times: All rentals must be made at least one (1) week in advance. Fridays 6:00-8:00 p.m. OR 7:00-9:00 p.m. Saturdays 2:00-4:00 p.m. AND 7:00-9:00 p.m. Sundays 2:00-4:00 p.m. AND 7:00-9:00 p.m. Fees: 2 Hour Rental $150 Additional Hour $75 Damage Deposit $100 Facility Rentals Full payment due at the time of reservation Damage deposits will be refunded to all renters who adhere to the rules and leave the facility and its belongings the way they found it Renters have 30 minutes before event for set up and 30 minutes after for clean-up. 1 adult required for every 10 kids * All reservations and fees for The Garden Center, The Cellar, and all shelters/pavilions are non-refundable and non-transferable * Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 6

8 Facility Rentals SHELTER RENTALS Reserve a shelter or pavilion for your next family reunion, group outing, party, etc. Shelters and pavilions are available for rent May 1 through September 30, the remainder of the year they are available on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations may be scheduled at any time throughout the year. Call or visit for availability and to reserve today! *New prices effective January 1, 2018 Ben Butterworth East Shelter Capacity: 90 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Ben Butterworth West Shelter Capacity: 90 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour McCandless Shelter Capacity: 50 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Millennium Shelter Capacity: 80 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Peterson Shelter Capacity: 100 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Prospect Pavilion Spring Construction Call for availability Prospect Shelter Riverside Butterfly Shelter Riverside East Shelter Capacity: 100 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Capacity: 20 Outlets: No Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Capacity: 200 Outlets: Yes Fee: $95 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Riverside West Shelter Stephens Playground Shelter Stephens Shelter Capacity: 50 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour Capacity: 30 Outlets: No Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour PAGE 7 Moline Parks & Recreation Capacity: 100 Outlets: Yes Fee: $40 for a 5 hour rental $10 per additional hour

9 MUSIC ON THE MISSISSIPPI Ben Butterworth East Shelter - Ben Butterworth Parkway & 55 th Street Join us on select Monday evenings for live music and dancing! Please bring your own lawn chair. Concerts will run from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Admission is FREE. Roy s All Fed Up hot dog vending will be on site. Special thanks to our sponsor Black Hawk College. September 10 Coupe De Ville September 17 Crooked Cactus Band September 24 The River City 6 ECHOES FROM RIVERSIDE September 29, 1:00-3:00 p.m. (rain date 9/30) Riverside Cemetery th Avenue *1 st tour leaves at 1:00 p.m. Groups will leave every 15 minutes with the last tour leaving at 3:00 p.m. Moline Parks and Recreation invites you to take a leisurely stroll back in time and visit with Moline s early citizens, portrayed by local, costumed thespians. For the 2 nd year, we will have a theme - Tragic Passings. All registrations collected from this event benefit the perpetual care fund to help sustain and support Moline s Cemeteries. Call for additional information. * Please note, this approximately 1.5 hour walking tour includes some uphill and uneven terrain. Fee: $5 per person / Ages 12 and under are free Tickets will be available for purchase the day of the event at Riverside Chapel Mausoleum, by the cemetery entrance. Special Events PROSPECT PARK THROUGH TIME October 6, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Prospect Park - Park 16 th Street & 30 th Avenue Help us move forward by going back... in time. Join us for PROSPECT PARK THROUGH TIME. This event will showcase a historic walking parade at 1:00 p.m. around the pond. Groups will be portraying the different generations the park has witnessed since To lead off the procession the Mayor of the day, John Wessell will be commentating over the procession. Before and after the parade enjoy classic cars, magicians, storytelling. Grab a bite to eat from available vendors. This event is free and open to the public; donations will be encouraged to help support the final Prospect Park projects. Don t leave just yet. Music Guild will be performing Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon with all proceeds benefiting Prospect Park projects too! A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Saturday, October 6, 7:30 p.m. AND Sunday, October 7, 2:00 p.m. Quad City Music Guild th Avenue In partnership with Quad City Music Guild, join us for A Grand Night For Singing, featuring music and songs from Rogers and Hammerstein! Two show times are available: October 6 at 7:30 p.m. and October 7 at 2:00 p.m. Concessions will be available. Tickets are $25 per person and all proceeds will benefit Prospect Park projects. Come support Prospect Park, the Moline Parks Department, and Quad City Music Guild. Purchase tickets here: Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 8

10 Special Events SPOOKTACULAR Saturday, October 20, 2:30-5:00 p.m. Prospect Park - Park 16 th Street & 30 th Avenue Join us for a spooktacular time at Prospect Park this October, sponsored by Moline Municipal Credit Union. Kids, come dressed in your costumes for trick-or-treating around the park (trick-or-treating will begin at 3:00 p.m., signaled by staff)! There will be plenty of fun characters to meet along the trail. Participants will also be able to enjoy light refreshments (while supplies last) and a complimentary magic show, performed by the Quad Cities Magic Club. Admission is free. For more information about the Magic Club please visit Schedule of Events Refreshments (while supplies last) 2:30pm Trick-or-Treating 3:00 Quad Cities Magic Club Show 4:00 MOTHER & SON FUN: SPORTS NIGHT Friday, November 2, 6:00-8:00 p.m. RIFAC th Street Rock Island Join the Moline and Rock Island Parks and Recreation Departments for Mother & Son Fun: Sports Night! Dress up as your favorite sports team, play games, and have fun! Photo booth and snacks (no dinner) will be available. This event is geared towards ages eight (8) and under. Visit or call to sign up. Program #: Fee: $10 per person * Price increases to $15 per person at the door SUPPER WITH SANTA Friday, December 14, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Moline Garden Center th Avenue Join us for an evening with your favorite man in the red suit! Bring your wish list and take a picture with Santa! We will have a light dinner and refreshments, craft time and every child will get to go home with a fun favor! Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Visit or call to sign up. Program #: Fee: $5 per person (children and adults) PAGE 9 Moline Parks & Recreation

11 DAD DAUGHTER DATE NIGHT Saturday, February 9, 6:00-8:00 p.m. RIFAC th Street Rock Island The Moline and Rock Island Parks and Recreation Departments are inviting dads and daughters (grandpas, uncles, brothers, etc) to an evening of fun during Dad Daughter Date Night at the Rock Island Fitness & Activity Center! Participants will enjoy hours of music, dancing and snacks (no dinner) along with a photo booth and other fun activities. Pre-registration is required, visit or call to sign up. Program #: Fee: $10 per person * Price increases to $15 at the door Special Events DATE CHANGE Purses FOR PARKS Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Sponsored by: Become a Sponsor! Excellent community relations opportunity Support a great, local cause Please contact Stacy Laake at slaake@moline.il.us or for more information. Advance Homes Inc. Builders Sales & Service Company MidAmerican Energy Company The Family Credit Union Riverside Family Dentistry Heritage Landscape Design Inc. Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 10

12 Youth Sports / Programs TINY TYKES CLINIC Ages 3-4 & Parent Partner The tiny tykes will learn basic skills in a clinic format WITH a parent partner. They will not play a structured game nor is this a structured league. Parents will serve as their child s partner and conduct drills with their child. Every child MUST have a parent partner in order to participate. Parent Partner must be 18 years or older. This is a 5-week program. Participants MUST be at least 3 years old and potty trained by the first day. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: September 10 Registration deadline: August 24, 3:30 p.m. Mondays 5:30-6:15 p.m. Greenvalley Sports Complex - 60 th Street & 50 th Avenue Program #: Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt) FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUES Ages 5-8 This program is designed to teach the basic skills through drills and games in a non-competitive environment. Times may vary based on number of teams. The first week will both be practice days. Pending age group, practices will be held on Mondays/Tuesdays and games will be on Wednesdays/Thursdays. This is a 7-week program, with six (6) games. *Teams/ages may vary based on enrollment. Parent volunteer coaches are necessary to coach teams. The less coaches, the more players will be placed on a team. Please indicate at the time of registration if you can be a part of your child s experience and coach his/her team. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Registration deadline: August 24, 3:30 p.m. Ages 5-6 September 10 Mondays/Wednesdays 5:30 or 6:30 p.m. Greenvalley Sports Complex - 60 th Street & 50 th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Ages 7-8 September 11 Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Greenvalley Sports Complex - 60 th Street & 50 th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) MOLINE LITTLE LEAGUE INFO Phone: Website: President: Jack Burns mllwp8@outlook.com Softball Division Contact: Adam Smith molinelittleleaguesoftball@gmail.com Baseball Division Contact: Scott Ohlsen molinebaseball@att.net PAGE 11 Moline Parks & Recreation

13 HOT SHOTS PLUS 3 year olds & Parent Partner New for 2018! The Pee-Wee Plus will learn basic skills in a clinic format WITH a parent partner! They will not play a structured game nor is this a structured league. Parents will serve as their child s partner and conduct drills with their child in order to introduce them to the basics of this sport. The child MUST have parent partner in order to participate. Parent partners must be at least 18 years old. This is a 5-week program. Participants must be 3 by the fi rst day and potty trained. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 18 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 10 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt) HOT SHOTS CLINIC Ages 4-5 This age group will be run as a clinic teaching the basic skills through FUN drills and games for 45 minutes each week with a qualifi ed instructor. This is a 7-week program. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 18 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 10 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Youth Sports / Programs LITTLE DRIBBLERS Ages 6-8 This older age group will learn some basic skills and fundamentals of basketball, along with good sportsmanship and team work through fun drills. They will then put them to use and play some non-competitive scrimmage games. This is a 7-week program. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 18 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 10 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 12

14 Youth Sports / Programs PEE-WEE PLUS 3 year olds & Parent Partner Let s sharpen up our soccer skills indoors while it s cold! The Pee-Wee Plus kids will learn basic skills in a clinic format WITH a parent partner! They will not play a structured game nor is this a structured league. Parents will serve as their child s partner and conduct drills with their child in order to introduce them to the basics of the sport. The child MUST have a parent partner in order to participate. Parent partners must be 18 years or older. This is a 5-week program. Participants must be 3 and fully potty trained by the first day of the program. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 23 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 8 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt) PEE-WEE CLINIC Ages 4-5 GOAL!! This age group will be run as a clinic, teaching the basic skills through fun drills and games. Participants will meet for 45 minutes for 7-weeks with a qualified instructor. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 23 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 8 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) LITTLE STRIKERS Ages 6-8 This older age group will learn some basic skills and fundamentals of soccer, along with good sportsmanship and team work through drills. They will then put them to use and play non-competitive scrimmage games. This is a 7-week program. *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: October 23 Registration deadline: October 12, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: January 8 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lincoln-Irving Elementary th Avenue Program #: Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) PAGE 13 Moline Parks & Recreation

15 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL 4 th -8 th Grade Bump, set, spike your way into our Youth Girls Volleyball! Choose from two different, 7-week sessions or play in both! 4 th -5 th grade girls will learn basic skills through fun drills and games. They will work their way into scrimmage games. 6 th -8 th grade can submit teams or join individually and be randomly placed on a team. The first week will focus on some drills to refresh their skills. The remaining six weeks will consist of games. *Game times will vary each week. Parent volunteer coaches are necessary. Please be a part of your child s experience and sign up to coach her team. Mandatory coaches meeting: Thursday, January 3 at 6:00 p.m. at Moline Public Works ( th Avenue). *Please note: we rely on s as our form of communication. Please provide a working at time of registration. You will receive an the week prior to the start date. Session 1: January 7 Registration deadline: December 28, 3:30 p.m. 4 th -5 th Grade Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Program #: th -8 th Grade Mondays 6:45-9:00 p.m. Program #: Washington Elementary st Street Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Session 2: March 11 Registration deadline: March 1, 3:30 p.m. 4 th -5 th Grade Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Program #: th -8 th Grade Mondays 6:45-9:00 p.m. Program #: Washington Elementary st Street Fee: $47 (includes t-shirt) Youth Sports / Programs Participation in all Moline Parks and Recreation leagues, programs and events will require a waiver signature. TEDDY BEAR & FRIENDS PAJAMA PARTY Sunday, September 9, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Moline Garden Center th Avenue Calling all Teddy Bears and their friends, join us for a pajama party to honor National Teddy Bear Day! Let s celebrate our favorite friend s special day together by brining your beloved Teddy or favorite friend to a PJ party. All Teddies and their Tiny Humans are invited to join us for games, snacks and bedtime stories. After the slumber party activities are complete, Tiny Humans will kiss their Teddies goodnight, tuck them in, and leave them for a night of sweet dreams. When you pick your Teddy up, you will be surprised what happens when Teddy Bears get together for an overnighter! There will be some sneak peeks on our social media pages so be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram! Program #: Fee: $5 per Teddy / per Tiny Human Teddy Bear pick up: Monday, September 10, 3:00-6:00 p.m. Moline Parks Offi ce th Avenue Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 14

16 Youth Sports / Programs YOUTH TENNIS Presented by the Quad City Tennis Club, the focus will be on learning the fundamentals in a fun and positive environment. Tennis is a sport that gets kids moving, improves balance, agility and hand-eye coordination and can teach self-confidence and self-assurance. By getting your kids into the game, you ll be opening a door to a lifetime of enjoyment. Session 1: September 8/9 - October 27/28 8-week session Registration Deadline: September 7 at Noon Saturdays - Fee: $65 Ages 6-9 9:30-10:30 a.m. Program #: Ages :30-11:30 a.m. Program #: Sundays - Fee: $95 Ages :30-5:00 p.m. Program #: Session 2: November 3/4 - December 22/23 8-week session Registration Deadline: November 2 at Noon Saturdays - Fee: $65 Ages 6-9 9:30-10:30 a.m. Program #: Ages :30-11:30 a.m. Program #: Sundays - Fee: $95 Ages :30-5:00 p.m. Program #: Session 3: January 5/6 - February 23/24 8-week session Registration Deadline: January 4 at Noon Saturdays - Fee: $65 Ages 6-9 9:30-10:30 a.m. Program #: Ages :30-11:30 a.m. Program #: Sundays - Fee: $95 Ages :30-5:00 p.m. Program #: All lessons take place at the Quad City Tennis Club ( th Avenue Moline) MOTHER DAUGHTER TEA Saturday, January 12, 2019 Butterworth Center th Street You are invited to an elegant afternoon of tea! Ladies may dress up, sip an array of teas, taste fancy desserts and play lovely parlor games at the Butterworth Center! Two times are available and all participants (adults and children) must pre-register. Space is limited, sign up online at 11:00-12:30 p.m. 2:30-4:00 p.m. Program #: Program #: Fee: $10 per person PAGE 15 Moline Parks & Recreation

17 USA GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE Sign your USA/ASA fastpitch softball team up to play in our Fall League at Greenvalley Sports Complex! Youth Sports / Programs - 6 weeks with double headers for 12 games, plus a single elimination season ending tournament. - Scores will be kept for 12U, 14U and 16U. - Scores, standings and seedings for tournament will take place for 12U, 14U and 16U leagues. - Standings will not be kept for 8U and 10U. This is more of an instructional league. Blind draw for tournament. - USA affiliated teams only. Individual player registration will not be accepted. - Leagues subject to change based on registration. Division Start Date Days Times Program # 8U September 6 Thursdays 5:00, 6:15, 7:30 p.m U September 4 Tuesdays 5:00, 6:15, 7:30 p.m U September 4 Tuesdays 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45 p.m U September 6 Thursdays 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45 p.m U September 6 Thursdays 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45 p.m Fee: $250 per team Participation in all Moline Parks and Recreation leagues, programs and events will require a waiver signature. Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 16

18 Special Interest Programs BUS TRIP - IKEA/WOODFIELD MALL Saturday, November 3, 7:30 a.m. - approx. 9:30 p.m. Moline Public Works th Avenue IKEA, Whole Foods, Crate & Barrel, Woodfield Mall, Trader Joe s... What more can we say?! You can go to the stores of your interest; the bus will make a few stops and pickups. We will depart from Moline Public Works at 7:30 a.m. sharp. Space is limited. Registration Deadline: September 28 Program #: Fee: $35 per person BUS TRIP - DOWNTOWN CHICAGO Saturday, December 1, 7:30 a.m. - approx. 9:00 p.m. Moline Public Works th Avenue Enjoy a fun day of shopping in downtown Chicago during the beautiful Christmas season. Drop off will be at the John Hancock building, which is near Water Tower Place, a world premier shopping destination, featuring the largest number of stores exclusive to Chicago. Space is limited Registration Deadline: October 22 Program #: Fee: $45 per person HOLIDAY WREATH CLASS Saturday, December 1 Moline Greenhouse th Ave. What a wonderful place to be, a warm greenhouse on a cold December morning. Join us to drink tea, enjoy cookies and design a fresh-cut, evergreen wreath. Bring your own hand clippers and gloves. Some ribbon will be available but if you have additional bows and garnishes please feel free to bring them. Two classes are available and space is limited. 10:00 a.m. - Noon 1:00-3:00 p.m. Program #: Program #: Fee: $20 per person PAINT FOR PLEASURE OIL PAINTING Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Moline Garden Center th Avenue Call Willie at for pricing and availability. PAGE 17 Moline Parks & Recreation QC ROCK PAINTING Have you heard about this new craze? Help bring some happiness, positivity and inspiration to the Quad Cities by painting a rock with a message, picture, design or whatever makes you happy. On the back of the rock paint QCROCKS so your rock is identified with the group. Then go out and hide your rock in a place where others can find it. Post pictures of your painted rock on the QCRocks Facebook page so others can share in your excitement of finding this gem. We will supply the rocks and paint, you bring the fun and creativity. Let s Rock this City! Pre-registration is required. Moline Garden Center th Avenue 4:00-5:30 p.m. Program #s September October November December Fee: $5 per person

19 FRIENDS OF RIVERSIDE PARK GARDENS Special Interest Programs Volunteers Needed! Become a Friend of Riverside Park Gardens and volunteer at your discretion to help keep this great Moline amenity beautiful. If you are interested in supporting the gardens with a monetary donations please mail checks to: Friends of Riverside Park Gardens P.O. Box 122 Moline, IL Visit our website FALL GARDEN CARE Mission Statement: To create and maintain beautiful gardens to enhance Riverside Park, a greenhouse as a plant showcase and to support the gardens. FALL CONTAINER CLASS Saturday, September 15, 12:00 p.m. Moline Greenhouse th Avenue Learn about growing fall container gardens. You might think you have to give up your planters once the temperatures dip, but there are lots of great plants for your fall container. Find out what plants thrive best in the cooler fall days. This is a hands on class. You will make a fall flower planter to take with you. Space is limited. There is a fee of $5 due at the time of registration and a materials fee of $8 due at the class. Saturday, October 6, 10:00 a.m. Moline Garden Center th Avenue After harvesting your fruits and flowers, fall garden care should ascend to the top of your agenda. There are tasks you can undertake in the autumn to help your gardens get off to a good start once the warm weather returns. Learn about things you can do to make sure that your garden will grow healthy and beautiful next spring. You will hear about tips for preparing your tools for winter. How to winterize your compost bin and winterizing garden beds and vegetable beds. Class given by University of Illinois Master Gardner David Arensdorf. Program #: Fee: $5 Program #: Fee: $5 * Greenhouse Hours * Wednesdays & Saturdays - year-round 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 18

20 Adult Programs ADULT FALL SOFTBALL Leagues will consist of a 6-week, 12 game double header schedule, a single elimination season ending tournament and two built in rain days. Games are played at Greenvalley Softball Complex (60 th Street & 50 th Avenue). Leagues are guaranteed to be completed by the dates listed below. *Leagues subject to change based on enrollment size. We reserve the right to place teams in the best division for the betterment of the league and the right to refuse placement in requested division based on past standings. Strict Application Deadlines - ALL FEES ARE DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION Registration Deadline: August 23 at 3:30 p.m. Mandatory Managers Meeting - All managers must attend or send a representative for the team. If no one can attend, please make arrangements to pick up your packet before the game. Meeting Info: August 28 at the Greenvalley Sports Complex press box - Men 6:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m. Sunday Coed Sunday Men s Tuesday Men s Tuesday Coed Fall Season Sept. 9 - Oct. 28 Sept. 9 - Oct. 28 Sept Oct. 30 Sept Oct. 30 #: #: #: #: Fee: $350 $350 $350 $350 Please contact Teresa at or tleedle@moline.il.us with any questions. ADULT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL - 12-week, 12 match, 36 game schedule - Single elimination season ending tournament - Game times vary: 6:00, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15, 9:00 p.m. - Games will be played at Coolidge Gym or Washington Elementary Gym (depending on night / number of teams) Teams will be divided into appropriate divisions. We reserve the right to move teams based on previous standings. Payment is due at the time of registration, no exceptions. In order to be guaranteed a spot, returning teams must register by Monday, October 1 at 3:30 p.m. Registration for new teams will be available October 2 - October 22 at 3:30 p.m. Mandatory Managers Meeting - October 29 at 6:00 p.m. at the Moline Garden Center ( th Avenue). All players are required to sign a waiver before stepping onto the court. Waivers can be found at com/moline. Program #s: November 5 - Monday Coed November 6 - Tuesday Women November 6 - Tuesday Coed November 7 - Thursday Women Fee: $250 per team EXTENDED ADULT VOLLEYBALL - 6-week, 6 match, 18 game schedule - Game times vary: 6:00, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15, 9:00 p.m. - Games will be played at Coolidge Gym or Washington Elementary Gym (depending on night / number of teams) Payment is due at the time of registration. This league is open registration for returning AND new teams. Teams will be divided into appropriate divisions. We reserve the right to move teams based on previous standings. Mandatory Managers Meeting - March 4 at 6:00 p.m. at the Moline Garden Center ( th Avenue). All players are required to sign a waiver before stepping onto the court. Waivers can be found at com/moline. Program #s: Monday Coed Tuesday Coed Thursday Women Fee: $100 per team TEAM SIDELINE Visit to view all league schedules, rules and standings. PAGE 19 Moline Parks & Recreation

21 ABOUT MOLINE CEMETERIES The City of Moline Parks and Recreation Department operates two public cemeteries, Riverside Cemetery and Moline Memorial Park. We live and work together and when we also choose burial together, we demonstrate that tradition for centuries to come. Our cemeteries help us focus our memories on the accomplishments of those who have preceded us in death, and are a sign for those who follow that the rich history of our city will be preserved. Schedule an appointment to discuss pre-need and at-need services as well as genealogical questions. Contact Cemetery Manager, Todd Slater at or tslater@moline.il.us. CEMETERY LOCATIONS Moline Memorial Park (Cemetery Office) th Avenue, Moline Riverside Cemetery th Avenue, Moline HOURS Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday (Appt. Only): 10:00 a.m. - Noon SERVICES Graves Mausoleum Crypts Granite Markers Veteran Section Columbarium Niches Grave Decorations * Updated rules and regulations for mausoleum crypts and niches. Call for more information. GRAVE DECORATIONS Cemeteries Remember your loved ones at Riverside Cemetery and Moline Memorial Park. As a service to our customers we offer fresh evergreen wreaths, complete with a red velvet bow and three pine cones for winter. Wreaths will be placed starting the first week of December and removed March 15. Please note: wreath stands are property of the City of Moline and are collected and used again each year. In addition, fresh flower bouquets are offered for Easter, Mother s Day, Memorial Day and Father s Day. United States Flags are also available for Independence Day. Fee: $30 per wreath $20 per bouquet $10 per U.S. Flag The cost of the decorations includes sales tax and placement/removal by cemetery staff. Decorations (excluding holiday wreaths) are placed on the grave the Friday prior to the holiday and they will remain for five days after the holiday. Our customers will receive an annual grave decoration order form mailing in March. Call the Cemetery office at if you wish to be added to our newsletter mailing list or to place a credit card order. Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 20

22 Memorials BROWNING PARK COMMEMORATIVE STONE 15 th Street & 22 nd Avenue The Browning Park Commemorative Stones are a great way to pay tribute to those who have served or currently serving our Country. The stone will be engraved with your choice of wording (1 line, 19 spaces). Applications can be found online at Customers will be notifi ed the date of the engraving. Fee: $175 PAGE 21 Moline Parks & Recreation FRIENDS OF THE PARKWAY PATIO 35 th Street & River Drive Located along the Ben Butterworth Parkway, the memorial patio sit along the Mississippi River and is surrounded by fl ower beds and ornamental grasses. These memorial pavers are a perfect way to remember those you love. Pavers will be engraved with your choice of wording (3 lines, 12 spaces per line) and are placed in the patios within six weeks of ordering. Applications are available online at Fee: $85 COMMEMORATIVE PATIO AT MILT HAND SOFTBALL COMPLEX 60 th Street & 50 th Avenue Located at Greenvalley Sports Complex, the memorial patio sits within the softball facility. What a perfect way to memorialize those individuals who have spent countless hours coaching, umpiring, playing, or those working behind the scenes at Greenvalley. Pavers will be engraved with your choice of wording (3 lines, 12 spaces per line) and are placed within six weeks of ordering. Paver applications can be found at Fee: $85 ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM OVERVIEW The City of Moline Parks and Recreation Enhancement Program provides donors with a unique yet meaningful way to contribute to the City s beauty while providing an avenue to recognize and honor others. The parks and cemeteries in the City of Moline are an integral part of the community and enhance livability, sustainability and economic vitality. Enhancement gifts are tax deductible. For additional information or to donate, please call Park Enhancement Gifts Trees Benches Bird Houses Cemetery Enhancement Gifts Trees If you do not see your desired Enhancement Gift, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at to request how you would like your contribution used (must be approved by the Park and Recreation Board).

23 ADOPT-A-PARK The Moline Adopt-a-Park program was designed to improve and enhance Moline parks through community involvement and citizen partnerships. The program allows participants to take an active role in the beautification of our community and help support Moline s park system. Adopt-a-Park will not be used in place of the department s regular maintenance of the parks. In larger parks the adoption areas will be divided into smaller areas. More information can be found at or by contacting Park Operations Manager, Greg Johnson at Volunteer Groups Adopting groups work in conjunction with the Moline Parks and Recreation Department in operating, maintaining and improving their adopted park. Groups will be given recognition on the Moline Parks and Recreation website. Businesses Civic groups Church groups Families Individuals Neighborhood organizations Schools Scout troops Requirements Adopting groups will meet at least 3 times per year, preferably in the spring, mid-summer and fall. Group leaders will distribute and collect signed waivers from all participants. Group leaders will complete a wrap-up form for each group clean-up day (number of volunteers, volunteer hours, etc.). Other Suggestions Report broken or damaged equipment, pick up litter, weeding, planting flowers, etc. VOLUNTEER IN A PARK If you are interested in volunteering in a park please contact Greg Johnson at or check out the many opportunities listed on the Keep Moline Beautiful website - VOLUNTEER FOR A PROGRAM If you are interested in volunteering for a program please contact the park office at We are regularly looking for volunteers to help with youth sports programs such as volleyball, basketball, soccer and more, as well as special events. Volunteers working with participants are subject to a criminal background check. GARDEN GUARDIANS Volunteering The Garden Guardian program is a partnership between Keep Moline Beautiful, the City of Moline and residents who desire to assist in the beautification of specific gardens within the city. Individuals, clubs or civic groups, and even businesses are eligible to choose a garden along Ben Butterworth Parkway or at one of the planting sites near a city building and do what is necessary to make the garden bloom. The City will supply some materials, but the volunteer gardeners are encouraged to use their creativity as well as their muscle to make Moline beautiful. More information can be found at or by contacting Park Operations Manager, Greg Johnson at Moline Parks & Recreation PAGE 22

24 Moline Parks and Recreation th Avenue Moline, IL The City of Moline Parks and Recreation Department is proud to partner with the following organizations & businesses: