Special Events 2010
Swimmin' to the Beat
Thursday, June 17, 8:30 - 10:00 pm, Rec Center pool
What better way to start Parktacular by Splashing into Summer. Join us for a fantastic evening of swimming, sliding and listening to music by DJ Bob who has fun games and prizes. Sponsored by Citizens Independent Bank. Admission is FREE with a Parktacular button (on sale at gate) or $5. Concessions available for purchase.
 Friday Night Concert
Friday, June 18, Wolfe Park, Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater, 7 - 10 pm, FREE!!!
If you're looking for rock & roll beach party summertime fun, you've come to the right place because we are proud to present to you the Midwest's only official rock & roll beach party band, "Bob & the Beachcombers"! Sponsored by Park Nicollet Health Services, this all-ages family fun show features the super surfing hits of the sixties, some of the classic rock & roll of the 50's, along with popular favorites from the 70's and the 80's, as well! But it's not just the music - it's so much more!
Senior Dinner and Coronation
Thursday, June 17th, Marriott Minneapolis West, 9960 Wayzata Boulevard: 4:30 - 8 pm
Entertainment by CODA Duo. Seniors 55 and better/empty nesters are invited. $16 per person. Reservations required. Download the registration form.
 Knights of Columbus Bingo
Friday, June 18, Wolfe Park Pavillion: 6-9 pm
Play this challenging game of luck! Prizes or cash awarded to the winners. All proceeds go towards KOC community service activities.
SLP Sand Volleyball Tournament
 Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 8 am - 6 pm
Sign up for the Park Tavern Sand Court Volleyball Tournament at Parktacular, sponsored by Park Tavern and St. Louis Park Parks and Recreation Department. This adult's only (18 or older) co-ed tournament will start at 8:00 a.m. rain or shine. Selection of play will be determined based on the number of registered teams. Prizes will be awarded for 1st place-$100 gift card to Park Tavern, 2nd place-$75 gift card to Park Tavern and 3rd place-$25 gift card to Park Tavern. Each team will play at least two games. Teams must be co-ed and have a minimum of six names, maximum of 10 names on the roster. At least two women must be on the court at all times. The tournament will be played using St. Louis Park League rules. Games will be officiated.
Register by Thursday, June 10.
Memorial Blood Center Blood Drive
 Saturday, June 19, 10 am - 5 pm, Rec Center parking lot
Join others in making this important donation to assist people in our community. Each blood donor will receive a free door prize entry form!
To sign up, please visit allstarclub.mbc.org/mbc/mobilesch/sc.php and enter "3697" in the sponsor code search box to get started. You will be prompted from that point forward. Note you must click on "Confirm Appointment" before you appointment is scheduled. And be sure to click on the link that says "Click here to add to your outlook calendar" for an automatic reminder. You will need to click open after the download dialog box begins. To cancel or reschedule your appointment, either visit allstarclub.mbc.org/mbc/fixed_scheduler/scheduler_login.php follow this link or refer to your appointment confirmation e-mail.
For questions about donor eligibility visit www.mbc.org or call the Nurse Line at 651-332-7208. Please contact Brian Googins of Memorial Blood Centers at bgoogins@mbc.org or 651-332-7162 with any other questions.
Taste of St. Louis Park Food Sales
Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 10 am – 7 pm
You are invited to enjoy Parktacular's TASTE OF ST. LOUIS PARK. Near the Rec Center entrance a large canopy will feature food vendors selling their best foods. Come to Parktacular hungry and thirsty! Under this canopy may be the tastiest place in town. Enjoy delicious food from area restaurants!
Download the Vendor Registration Form.
 Kids Eco Fair at Parktacular
Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park
10 am - Noon - DNR Kids Fishing Clinic
2 – 6 pm - Eco Fair Hands-on activities, sponsored by Lupient of Golden Valley
Come early for the fishing clinic with the Minnesota DNR as hosts. Kids will learn how to cast, identify fish and actually throw a line in to catch real fish off of the Wolfe Park Fish Pier. Rods and bait are provided free!
This year's hands-on activity-filled Eco Fair will be jam-packed with environmental oriented fun. Look for us in the Southwest Picnic Shelter in Wolfe Park, right next to the fishing pier. We will have pond critters you can examine, as well as a 9-hole mini-golf course where you can simultaneously test your golfing skills and your knowledge of storm water. We also have our 25' climbing wall back for those adventurous folks who want some outdoor exercise. Two NEW activities: learn about saving energy at an interactive exhibit sponsored by Xcel Energy, and have fun at a bean bag toss hosted by Eureka Recycling. Also, Abrakadoodle will be here to help us paint; and last but certainly not least, our popular pot-a-plant station will be in full swing so you can pot a beautiful flower to bring home to plant in your yard.
Kids Fest
S aturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 2 – 6 pm,
Kids Fest has tons of exciting FREE activities for kids of all ages! There's the Fantasy Corral Petting Zoo, strolling cartoon characters, magician, Police and Fire Departments, face painters, tattoos, water slip 'n slide (you must have your swimsuit on for this), and more!
Chops Drum & Bugle Corps Concert
 NEW EVENT! Saturday, June 19, 11 - 11:30 am, Wolfe Park Amphitheater.
Parktacular is thrilled to present this FREE concert. Chops, Inc. is comprised of Chopstix Percussion, Top Chops Brassline, and Hot Chops Colorguard. They perform every summer throughout Minnesota and the Midwest in community festivals and parades, drum & bugle corps shows, and other events. They are a community-based organization from the Minneapolis area with members ranging from high school students on up to adults that still enjoy performing. You'll be clapping and tapping your feet at this concert for sure!!
MN Humane Society Adoption Day
New Event! 2 - 6 pm on Sat., June 19, 2010
Come see the fantastic and lovable animals that need loving homes. The MN Humane Society will be there to explain and help you through the adoption process. If you can't adopt one of these wonderful animals, a donation is another way to help the animals and would be greatly accepted.
Cars of History
 Saturday, June 19, 2 – 6 pm
Take a step back in time and remember when the world changed with the invention of the car. Come see some of the cars that brought this new 4 wheeled mode of transportation to us at the Parktacular Cars Of History event in Wolfe Park Kids Fest area.
Application Form
Park Nicollet Health Services Health Fair
Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 2-5 pm
Have a medical question? Bring it to the "Ask the Doctor" booth at this informative Health Fair. Also learn more about Park Nicollet Health Services, have your blood pressure checked, talk to a Dietician, and get information about Podiatry and the Travel Clinic.
Parktacular Miniature Art Treasure Hunt
Awards Saturday, June 19: 5 pm
The Parktacular Art hunt is back! On June 3rd, 2010 ten original artworks will be hidden in the public parks of St. Louis Park and you are invited to find them. Each winner gets to keep the art, and win a prize; awarded at the Parktacular event. To find visual photo clues, updates and photo of the hunt visit the artist's website, www.williamhessian.com. The artwork is hidden in plain sight, but finding hidden art is not as easy as it might sound as the miniature paintings are only 1 inch by 1.5 inches big. Splash into summer, join in the adventure, get to the parks and find yourself some art! .
Free Kayak/Canoe Rides sponsored by Hoigaards
Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 2 - 6 pm
 Join the staff from Hoigaard's for complimentary canoe & kayak rides on the pond at Wolfe Park, next to the St. Louis Park Aquatic Park. Hoigaard's will be bringing a variety of canoes and kayaks for young and old to use, free of charge! Come down and paddle to your heart's content!
Promote Yourself Tradeshow
Saturday, June 19, Wolfe Park: 2 - 7 pm
 Here's a "Show and Tell" experience for community businesses and organizations. Visit the booths of these local groups to find out more about them and the services or products they have to offer! Free items will be given away at many of the booths!
Registration deadline June 3, 2010
Download Application.
Block Party on the Town Green
Sponsored by the Park Tavern
June 19, Excelsior & Grand Towne Green: 6:30 - 10:30 pm, Gates open at 6 pm
Parktacular's Block Party wil feature music by Trailer Trash. This concert is sponsored by Park Tavern, which will sell adult beverages to those 21+, as well as food and beverages for all ages. Free parking is available in the Excelsior & Grand ramps and at The Rec Center. $5 or FREE ADMISSION WITH A PARKTACULAR BUTTON!!! (on sale in advance or at the gate)
Community Faith Service
 Sunday, June 20, Wolfe Park Amphitheater: 10 – 11:30 am
Parktacular will host a community faith service, lead by the SLP Evangelical Free Church. The Faith Community of St. Louis Park is encouraged to participate in the service. Contact Pastor Bob at bobaamos@comcast.net.
Free parking available at Rec Center and Excelsior & Grand parking ramps.
 SLP Lions Club Belgian Waffle Brunch
Sunday, June 20: 9 am – 1 pm
$6.50 per person at the door. Don't miss the delicious waffles by the famous Dad's Waffle Company. Proceeds to benefit the community through the fine work of our St. Louis Park Lions Club.
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