Parks & Rec Report
•Adult Swim Lessons are offered Wednesdays Feb. 5 through April 2 in the Rec Center pool from 7 to 7:40 p.m. Learn basic swim strokes and improve swim skills. Class is set up to cater to participant needs.
•Basketball Tournaments in Vogel Fieldhouse will take place on Saturdays/Sundays Feb. 8, 9 (until 2:30 p.m.) and 15. During this time, the Fieldhouse will be closed. The rest of the Rec Center; Fitness Center, Playground and Aquatic Center are open regular hours.
•Sweetheart of a Deal on Friday, February 14. The Rec Center will have Buy one, Get one free from 4-9 p.m. and the Civic Center will have Buy one, Get one free Open Skate from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Skate rentals will be available for $3.
•President’s Day Open Swim from 1-4 p.m. The rest of the Rec Center is open from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
•New Ulm Health Quest is an opportunity to earn points for rewards with weekly challenges and incentives to improve overall health. Programs focus on overall health and wellness with structure goals and objectives. Earn points by attending fitness events, classes, working out at the Rec Center (participants will have membership access during the Quest), weight loss and completing challenges along the way. Join alone or work in teams of 2 to 4 to help with accountability. Register online at newulmmn.gov or at the Rec Center.
•Register now for the Spring Garage Sale scheduled for Saturday April 5 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at the New Ulm Civic Center. One spot includes three 8-ft tables. Cost is $30 resident and $33 non-residents. Please register in person at the Rec Center at 122 S. Garden St., New Ulm. $35 Rec Center members or $70 non members.
•Private Pickleball Lessons are available at the Rec Center. Register on the pickleball waitlist at newulmmn.gov or in person at the Rec Center. The instructor will reach out to assess goals and schedule the lessons.
• Reduced Open Pickleball Hours Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 11, 12, 13 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. due to school rentals.
•Harman Park Skating Rinks and warming house open daily from 12-8 p.m. until the rink is melted.
•Tot Swim is offered Wednesdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Zero depth area only and children must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Admission is $3 per child. 12-Punch card available for $27
•Tot Gym is offered Monday and Fridays from 9:30-11 a.m.
•Open Broomball (non-checking) is offered Wednesday nights at the Civic Center from 7:30-9:00 p.m.
• Red Cross Lifeguard Training is offered throughout the year, based on participant interest/schedule. Contact Aquatics and Fitness Coordinator bend@newulmmn.gov to get on the list. Certified Lifeguards make a difference in people’s lives and promote teamwork in a fun setting.
•Youth Pottery classes are available February, March and April! Register online at newulmmn.gov




