Family Assistance Fund

There are many Menasha families who simply can’t afford a pool pass or fees for recreation programs. If you’d like to help make these opportunities a reality, we do accept donations to our Family Assistance Fund. Donations can be made by mail or in person—just indicate on your check what it is for!

All funds are held in a separate account and will only be used to assist City of Menasha families.

Our mission: To offer quality youth and adult recreation opportunities and provide desirable

parks, open space and trails which contribute to a healthy community.

Limited Financial Assistance

Available to City of Menasha youth who cannot afford the full price of a pool pass OR any recreation program. Funding for this program comes from donations so the amount available varies from year to year. A minimum of three business days is required for staff to review requests for financial assistance.

Parks and Recreation Board

The seven member Board, which is appointed by the Mayor, meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm. Call the MPRD office at 967-3640 if you would like to discuss putting an issue or question on the Board Agenda. Any citizen interested in serving should write a letter of interest, stating qualifications to the Mayor. Board Members: Dick Sturm (Chair) Tim Hale Brian Adesso Lisa Hopwood (Vice Chair) Rachael Dowling Tom Marshall Alderman Ted Grade

Department Contact Information

Megan Sackett, Director of Parks, Recreation, Forestry & Cemeteries ................... msackett@ci.menasha.wi.us

Thad Brown, Deputy Director of Municipal Operations ................................................... tbrown@ci.menasha.wi.us

Travis Mac Donald.................................................................................................................. tmacdonald@ci.menasha.wi.us

Chloe Hansen-Dunn Recreation/Senior Services Manager ............................... chansen-dunn@ci.menasha.wi.us

Lori Walbrun, Administrative Assistant ................................................................................ lwalbrun@ci.menasha.wi.us

Park Maintenance Garage—Weekdays 7:00am-3:00pm ......................................................................... (920)967-3620

Swimming Pool—Jefferson Park, Open mid-June—mid-August ......................................................... (920)967-5163

Program Cancellation Line ................................................................................................................... (920)967-3657

City of Menasha Parks and Recreation Department 100 Main Street, Suite 200, Menasha, WI 54952

Phone: (920) 967-3640 Website: www.cityofmenasha-wi.gov

General Email: parknrec@ci.menasha.wi.us Hours: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:00pm

Menasha Parks and Recreation

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Volunteer Opportunities

The Parks and Recreation Department is so grateful to our

wonderful and giving community. For our programs and

events to continue to be successful and affordable we rely

on volunteers throughout the year. If you are interested in

sharing your time and talents, please reach out to us at

parknrec@ci.menasha.wi.us or visit our website for

volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer opportunities may include: working at special

events, leading a group or helping lead a group through

an activity, coaching a sport, and much more!

Looking for a Great Part-time Job?

The Parks and Recreation Department employs many part-

time people. Day or evening hours are available. We offer

flexible scheduling and competitive wages. Have fun and

earn money too by joining our summer staff! Other

program leads and opportunities exist year round. Go to

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/menashawi to

view current job openings and to complete your

application online!

3 WAYS TO REGISTER

Menasha Residents are given program registration preference August 23-29. Non-Residents may start to register August 30.

Walk In/Drop Off your registration form and payment to the Parks and Recreation Department, Menasha City Center, Second Floor, or use the black drop box in City Hall’s parking lot on Main Street.

Mail your completed registration form and payment to City of Menasha Parks and Recreation, 100 Main Street Ste. 200, Menasha, WI 54952. Checks should be made payable to City of Menasha.

Online registration at http://menasha.recdesk.com. Credit/debit cards are accepted in the office. There is a small service charge for using this form of payment.

Participants new to the City of Menasha will need to create an account at the website listed above. You will not be able to register for any activities until your account has been approved by office staff. Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email. Then you may log in using the account information you provided.

Registration Information

Important Information

Child’s Grade: Child’s grade in the Fall of 2021 should be used when registering

Telephone registrations: Telephone registration is not accepted

Register early! Nothing kills a recreation program faster than residents who wait until the last minute to register. There is a point when a program must be cancelled or modified if there is insufficient registration.

Do I pay resident or non-resident fees? If you pay your residential property taxes to the City of Menasha, you are considered a resident. The City of Menasha offers recreation program fee reciprocity with the cities of Appleton and Neenah and the Village of Fox Crossing. This also means that city residents may sign up for programs and receive services in these communities at their resident rates. Any taxing municipality outside the Cities of Menasha, Appleton, Neenah and Village of Fox Crossing is a non-resident. Unfortunately, living in one of these school districts or having a Menasha, Appleton or Neenah address does not necessarily mean you are eligible for the resident rate. Non-residents pay higher fees because a portion of the municipality’s property taxes is designated to pay for the buildings, parks, instructors and administration or recreation services.

Non-Participants: In an effort to better promote a positive learning environment for programs, only registered participants are permitted in the program area. Our instructors welcome the opportunity to discuss participant’s progress with parents after class.

Say Cheese! Our Recreation Department periodically takes pictures of participants in our classes, during special events, and in the City parks. Please be aware that these photos are for recreational use and may be used in the City of Menasha’s brochures, flyers, or website. You must give us written notice if you or your family members do not want to be photographed or published.

Refunds: Will be given when the department cancels a class or makes a change in the class schedule that no longer fits the participant’s needs. A credit on account may also be issued. A refund can be granted when a medical excuse is provided through the first 25% of a program. Inadvertent overpayments are placed on the payee ’s registration account.

Program cancellations and other announcements

Program Cancellation Line at (920)967-3657 and our

Facebook page: Menasha Parks and Recreation will

have up-to-date information.

COVID-19

We remain vigilant about the safety protocols that protect our staff and guests and will continue to put the safety of our staff and guests at the forefront of our decisions. We hope to be able to offer all the programs, events and services listed in this guide. Please watch our Facebook page (Menasha Parks and Recreation) or the City’s website for further updates. As the COVID-19 Pandemic response changes, so may our responses. If at any time you have questions about these or other program policies, please contact our office at (920)967-3640 or email parknrec@ci.menasha.wi.us. Full refunds will be given if the City of Menasha cancels your recreation program.

We will be following current guidelines and mandates.

*NOTE- The Menasha Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to not admit people who pose a communicable disease risk to others.

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Holiday Hayride

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Great Pumpkin Hunt

Prowl through the Menasha Parks and Trail system in pursuit of ten (10) specially marked hidden pumpkins. We’ll wrap things up on October 29th with a Picnic by Pumpkin Light at 5:30pm in Jefferson Park. Details will be released on Facebook and the website.

Among Us-IRL Do you think you have what it takes to finish the tasks before the imposter finds you? Do you find everyone suspect? Bring your talents to the table and test them out in real life. Gather your group of friends and family for a night to remember.

5:00-8:00pm

Memorial

Building (640 Keyes St)

Register your group

for a time slot at menasha.recdesk.com

Winter Gala 12:00-3:00pm

Smith Park (301 Park St)

Ooh and aah over the

talented ice sculptors’

masterpieces while

enjoying additional

winter festivities.

Leprechaun Search

There are leprechauns on the loose in the city again! Help us locate ten (10) leprechauns within the parks and trail system and receive your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Details will be released on Facebook and on the website.

My Heart Goes Putt Putt

Invite the one who makes your heart putt putt to an outing where you can show off your best shot on a unique mini golf course across the park. Stop anytime 4-7pm

4:00-7:00pm

Jefferson

Park

5:00-8:00pm

Smith Park (301 Park St)

Holiday Hayride

tickets on sale

Nov 1-Dec 9

$2.00 per

person

The much anticipated Holiday Hayride is back! Join us as we ride through the beautifully decorated streets of the Menasha Island. As an added bonus-Santa’s Elves had such a great time in Menasha last year that they’ll be back with a sleigh full of fun!!

5:00-6:30pm

Barker Farm

Park (2170 Plank Rd)

Register your family

at

menasha.recdesk.com

$8.00 per family

Get your family together and join in on the fun as we play relay-race type games to build and decorate fall’s favorite character—scarecrows. Each family will make and leave with a scarecrow decoration for their home.

Scarecrow Scamper

Lace up your sneakers, fill your water bottle, and

gather your people! Stop at the Menasha Library

to grab a backpack full of activities and supplies to

assist with exploring all that Menasha’s great

green spaces and trails have to offer!

Designed for all ages! Specific activities labeled for ages under 5, between 6 and 12, and older. No fee—check out using your library card. Backpacks will be available year-round and activities will change seasonally.

Home Alone/Babysitter Class (Ages 10 and up)

Here’s a great opportunity for a day off school

activity! Participants will learn the fundamentals of

child care, child safety, and become American Heart

Association CPR/AED certified during this 8-hour

course. Designed for pre-teens ready to stay home

alone or for those interested in babysitting. Students

will receive an American Heart Association “Friends

and Family” participation certificate and an 80-page

student manual. Participants should bring a lunch

and beverage.

8:00am-4:00pm

Friday, October 22, 2021 Activity #84330

Location: Menasha City Center 100 Main Street, Rm 132/133 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 Activity #84331 Location: Menasha Library 440 1st St, Company E Room Saturday, February 5, 2022 Activity #81331 Location: Menasha City Center 100 Main Street, Rm 132/133 FEE: $68 (R) $80 (NR)

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Too Spooked for School

October 21, 2021 Full Day Activity #14111

1/2 Day Activity #14111.5

Let’s get our haunt on! The day’s activities include

creepy-crawly yoga and spooky crafts. We’ll bring

our favorite Halloween stories to life with food. And,

we’ll wrap up our day with Mummy Minute to Win It

(see what we did there? ;) and Monster Make-up.

Don’t be a bore—come see what we’ve got in store!

Halloween Fables to Tables (Ages 6-12)

Inspired by StellaLuna, The Hallo-

wiener, and Vunce Upon a Time—

our young chefs will explore the

enticing world of books by creating

tasty creatures of their own.

Location: Menasha Senior Center 116 Main Street

Thursday, October 21—Saturday, October 23 5:00pm-6:30pm Activity #84507

FEE: $18 (R) $22 (NR)

Day with Elves

December 8, 2021 Full Day Activity #14112

1/2 Day Activity #14112.5

Santa has offered to send a couple of elves to visit

Menasha this year! They’re going to teach us their

winter warm up exercises, show us how to elf-craft,

and challenge us to an indoor snowball fight!

Call It a Snow Day

January 25, 2022 Full Day Activity #11113

1/2 Day Activity #11113.5

Spend your snow day in the best way possible– with

friends! We’ll build our own forts, challenge each

other in a snowy Minute to Win It, and create winter

inspired crafts.

Single Day Spring Break

March 17, 2022 Full Day Activity #12114

1/2 Day Activity #12114.5

Put a spring in your step as we relax, play, and laugh

throughout our very own playcation. Spend time with

friends while not giving a second thought to school.

Join us full day or half day for our Days Off School

Programs! Your child will be kept busy from start to

finish with themed activities. Full Day kids should

bring their own lunch. (Fridge and microwave are

available.) Everyone should bring a water bottle. Days

are planned for school-aged children ages 6-12.

Location: Memorial Building (640 Keyes Street)

Full Day 8:00am-4:00pm

Half Day 8:00am-11:30 or 12:30-4:00pm

FEE (per day): Full Day $16 (R) $19 (NR)

Half Day $9 (R) $11 (NR)

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Meet your instructor: My name is Julie Bradley and I would be thrilled to have the opportunity to

teach your child in our Tiny Tots program. I am a mother of four wonderful children who have

provided me with many experiences to prepare me for working with your child at Tiny Tots. Along

with personal experiences, I also received my teaching degree in 1998 through the University of

Wisconsin-Oshkosh. I have had the opportunity to teach various age groups in the Oshkosh, Neenah

and Hortonville school districts.

On a more personal note, I love the outdoors. I enjoy digging in my flower beds, camping with family

and picnicking in the summertime. I am excited to help your child take on this challenge and see them

grow.

Tiny Tots at Home

Get all of the benefits of our Tiny Tots Program but in the comfort of your own home! We’ve

packaged each of our themed weeks with easy to use projects and activities for your child 2.5

-5 years old. Packets will be available for pick up at City Hall each Friday.

Tiny Tots at Home follow the same schedule as Tiny Tots.

Fall Session Activity #84012.02

Winter 2022 Session Activity #81011.02

Spring 2022 Session Activity #82010.02

Fee: Fall/Winter Session $72 (R) $84 (NR) per session

Spring Session $36 (R) $42 (NR)

TINY TOTS (Ages 3 1/2-5 and )

We all know how important the first several years of your child’s life are and we want to be a part of it! Our

days are designed to be play-based and provide your child with the skills and practice for them to be ready to

begin their school years. Themed weeks are packed full with hands-on projects, stories, songs, and activities

designed for social and emotional development, introduction to math and science concepts, language and

communication growth, and physical development which includes both fine and gross motor skills. Child

must be fully potty-trained.

Location: Memorial Building (640 Keyes Street) Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 9:00-11:30am

Fall Session September 13-December 8 Child must have been 3 by March 13, 2021 No class November 24 & 26 Activity #84012

Winter 2022 Session January 17-April 15 Child must have been 3 by July 17, 2021 No class March 28-April 1 Activity #81011 Spring 2022 Session April 18-May 27 Child must have been 3 by October 18, 2021 Activity #82010

Fee: Fall/Winter Session $194 (R) $224 (NR) per session

Spring Session $99 (R) $114 (NR)

Gymnastics (Ages 3-14)

3-4 / 5-6 year olds: These independent classes help your growing child develop confidence in

their movements, build strength, and improve balance while introducing foundational gymnastics

skills.

7-9 / 10-14 year olds: These fun-filled classes are designed to progressively move your child

through circuits designed to challenge their individual skill level, build strength and flexibility,

and create body awareness. Proper skill execution and form will be emphasized to promote

safety and future advancements.

Waiting List - If a class is full, you may opt to be put on a waiting list. Occasionally, a class

may be added, but could be on a different day and/or at a different time.

TUESDAYS Activity #

Class Time Age Group Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

3:30-4:00pm Ages 3-4 34120 34122 34123 31100 31111 32101

4:05-4:50pm Ages 5-6 34201 34212 34213 31220 31221 32123

4:55-5:25pm Ages 3-4 34100 34111 34101 31101 31102 32103

5:30-6:15pm Ages 5-6 34221 34222 34223 31212 31213 32214

6:20-7:05pm Ages 7-9 34351 34312 34333 31350 31311 32313

7:10-7:55pm Ages 10+ 34451 34412 34413 31450 31401 32402

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Cheer! (Ages 5-14)

Cheer: Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of tumbling, jumps, motions, and stunting.

These coed classes are great for learning cooperation, self-confidence, respect, important skills of

cheerleading and for making great friendships.

Stunts: Participants will learn stunting technique and work as a group to learn the different positions

that make up a stunt group.

Cheer/Stunts: This class combines our two classes into one program to develop strong cheerleaders.

WEDNESDAYS Activity #

Class Time Age Group Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

4:15-5:00pm Stunts Ages 5-9 34801 34802 34803 31113 31118 32119

5:15-6:00pm Cheer Ages 5-9 34810 34811 34812 31114 31115 32116

6:15-7:00pm Cheer/Stunts Ages 5-9 34822 34823 34824 31452 31453 32454

7:15-8:00pm Cheer /Stunts Ages 10-14 34832 34833 34834 31454 31455 32456

The following session information is for the Gymnastics and Cheer classes as

described below.

Session 1: September 7-29, 2021

Session 2: October 5-27, 2021

Session 3: November 2-December 1 (no class November 23/24)

Session 4: January 4-26, 2022

Session 5: February 1-23, 2022

Session 6: March 1-23, 2022

Location: Memorial Building (640 Keyes St)

Fee (per session): 30 minute class $15/R $19/NR

45 minute class $17/R $21/NR

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Tee Ball (Ages 4-5)

Participants will be introduced to basic fundamentals needed to progress into game play. Children will hit from a tee.

Location: Clovis Grove Ball Diamond (1000 Visgro St)

Thursdays September 9-30 4:30-5:00pm Activity #44401 5:40-6:10pm Activity #44402

Fee: $17 (R) $21 (NR)

Toddler Ball (Ages 2-3, with Parent)

Parents will work along side their children to introduce them to age-appropriate challenges using age-appropriate equipment that will lead to developing the muscles, coordination, and skills that will prepare them to begin playing the sport of baseball.

Location: Clovis Grove Ball Diamond (1000 Visgro St) Thursdays September 9-30 5:05-5:35pm Activity #44400

Fee: $17 (R) $21 (NR)

Rookie Ball (Ages 6-8)

Coach will lead basic hitting, fielding, and throwing drills followed by a pick-up game where kids can try out different positions. Location: Clovis Grove Ball Diamond (1000 Visgro St) Thursdays September 9-30 6:15-6:45pm Activity #44411 Fee: $17 (R) $21 (NR)

Soccer (Ages 2-7) Your child will learn basic soccer skills like passing, dribbling, shooting and more in a fun, non-competitive setting. Parents will take part in drills with their child in the parent/child class. Location: Clovis Grove Athletic Field (1000 Visgro Street) Mondays September 13-October 4 Ages 2-3 (Parent/Child) 4:30-5:00pm Activity #44101 Ages 2-3 (Parent/Child) 5:40-6:10pm Activity #44102 Ages 4-5 5:05-5:35pm Activity #44201 Ages 4-5 6:15-6:45pm Activity #44202 Ages 6-7 6:50-7:20pm Activity #44301 Fee: $17 (R) $21 (NR)

Meet your instructor: Hello! I’m Tyler Snell and I am a born

and bred Wisconsinite. I spent the first two decades of my

life in Appleton and lived for a few years in Lynchburg, VA

while attending Liberty University. I married my lovely wife,

Abby, in 2016. We have two kids, AnnaLee (3) and Zion (1)

and are expecting our third in December! Here’s just a few

things about me – I love hanging out with friends and family

and I love my church

(Pathways). I’m excited to

be involved with the

Menasha Parks & Rec

to bring you all a great

baseball program!

Archery (Ages 8 and up)

Target shooting is just plain fun! Learn safe and

responsible archery skills. Basic level is geared toward

those seeking a first archery experience, suggested ages

8-15. Intermediate is intended for someone with previous

archery experience or to improve bow hunting skills,

suggested ages 9+ (adults also encouraged to join!). All

equipment provided.

Location: Barker Farm Park (2170 Plank Road) Wednesdays September 8-29 Basic 5:30-6:15pm Activity #84211 Intermediate 6:30-7:15pm Activity #84212 Fee: $17 (R) $21 (NR)

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Pickleball Open Play (Ages 14 and up)

Try the fastest growing sport in America! Easy to learn, fun for

everyone. We provide the equipment. Open play for all abilities.

Supervisor/instructor will be available to provide instruction to

beginners. No drop-ins allowed.

Location: Nicolet Elementary School (449 Ahnaip Street — enter

in back of school)

Wednesdays October 6-December 22 (no class November 24)

5:00-6:30pm Activity #24302

6:30-8:00pm Activity #24303

Wednesdays January 5-March 23

5:00-6:30pm Activity #21302

6:30-8:00pm Activity #21303

Fee: $29/R $34/NR

The Menasha Parks and Recreation Department invites your

organization to connect with the community through supporting

our community events and programs. Our goal is to offer quality

youth and adult recreation and provide desirable parks, open

space and trails which contribute to a healthy community. There

are many opportunities to be involved, along with varying levels

of sponsorship—advertise in our Activity Guide, sponsor an

event, or be part of our Families First Entertainment Series.

These events and programs play an important role in the quality

of life for the greater Menasha community. Your support through

sponsorship plays an important factor in achieving that goal.

Through our sponsorship program, we strive to provide our

sponsors an exceptional value with great exposure by showcasing

your support for the Menasha community.

If interested in being a supporter of Menasha Parks and

Recreation, please contact Megan at msackett@ci.menasha.wi.us

T hank you to our 2021 event

and family assistance sponsors

for their generous donations:

FRANZOI & FRANZOI, S.C.

ATTORNEYS AT LAW

VFW Post 2126

Papa John’s Pizza has teamed up with the Menasha Parks and Recreation

Department to raise funds for projects throughout our park

system. When you order your next pizza at Papa John’s, use the

promo code “Park20” and they will donate 20% of the proceeds to

our department! Papajohns.com

Senior Center Rental Information Looking for a room to host a bridal or baby shower, anniversary or birthday party? The Menasha Senior Center rents out its hall and kitchen. Please call the Senior Center at (920)967-3530 for more information and available dates.

2021 Boat Trailer Parking / Launch Permit Pricing

Daily: $6 (payable at the launch)

Season Launch Passes are valid at any of the City of Menasha

launches: Ninth Street Landing, Manitowoc Street, Jefferson

Park and Smith Park. Launch passes can be purchased at City

Hall on second floor using CASH or CHECK only.

City of Menasha Resident (ages up to 55) $20

City of Menasha Senior Resident (ages 55 and older) $15

City of Appleton and City of Neenah residents pay the same

as City of Menasha residents as part of a reciprocity

agreement with those municipalities.

Non-residents (ages up to 55) $40

Non-residents (ages 55 and older) $35

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2021 PARK FACILITY RENTAL FEES (all fees are “per day” unless otherwise stated)

Prices subject to change without notice after January 1, 2022

Pavilion/Shelter Fees Resident Non-Resident

Jefferson Park

Pavilion 1-99 people 80.00 100.00

100+ people 110.00 145.00

Kitchen 35.00 55.00

West Shelter 55.00 80.00

East Shelter 25.00 40.00

Launch Shelter 25.00 40.00

Picnic Areas #1,2,3,4 or 5 with electricity 20.00 35.00

10.00 20.00 Picnic Area – no electricity

Smith Park

Pavilion 1-99 people 80.00 100.00

100 + people 110.00 145.00

Kitchen 35.00 55.00

Wedding Set-Up*** 250.00 400.00

***Includes set up of 50 benches, comfortably seating about 100 people. Pavilion is also reserved for use in case of inclement weather.

Memorial Building (pre-ceremony) Use of 1st floor only

20.00/hour 20.00/hour

Hart Park Shelter 35.00 65.00

Clovis Grove Shelter 30.00 60.00

Koslo Park Shelter (no electric) 30.00 60.00

Barker Farm Park Shelter 35.00 65.00

Beer Permit (Jefferson & Koslo only) 5.00 5.00

Park Facility Rental Information

Call the Parks and Recreation office at (920)967-3640 to check pavilion and shelter availability.

To reserve a park shelter/area, a Park Facility Reservation Form must be filled out and all fees paid in full. Reservations accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00am–4:00pm at Menasha City Center.

We are unable to “hold” a date prior to receiving the completed reservation and payment.

Reservations CANNOT be made over the phone or online.

Neenah, Appleton, and Fox Crossing renters pay resident rates.

City residents or city business affiliated events will have

the opportunity to reserve park shelters/areas on a first

-come, first-serve basis beginning the first working day

in January. Companies must have a significant presence

within city limits in order to reserve facilities on the first

day. Non-residents will have the opportunity to reserve

a park shelter/area starting the first working day in

February.

Smith Park Wedding Reservations

City of Menasha residents may reserve the Smith Park

Garden and Gazebo for a wedding up to 30 months in

advance. Non-residents may book a wedding at Smith

Park up to 18 months in advance.

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