2021 City of Lakes Community Summer Games - Northside Soccer Day

1801 North James Avenue,Minneapolis MN 55411

18 July, 2021

Description

The Games will mirror the Tokyo Games efforts to bring communities together after this challenging time. Youth from across the metro area will participate in the City of Lakes Community Summer Games! We are kicking off the Summer Games on Sunday, July 18th, Northside Soccer Day! We are changing up the pay-for-play model and giving youth and families a opportunity to come back on Saturday to engage in One Hour of Service in the Community. Each Saturday will provide a different volunteer opportunity, from 10a-11a, meeting at North Commons. Families are encouraged to join! The Games open Sunday July 18th and will run through Saturday August 8th to promote peace, progress, service, and sportsmanship at North Commons Park, North Community YMCA, and local facilities. The Games will feature fun activities such as Free Play led by Playworks, mascot Mondays, women in sports on Wednesdays, and Family Fit Camp on Saturday mornings. Events will include: basketball, baseball, softball, football futsal, tennis, volleyball, team handball, golf, swimming, chess, e-sports, lacrosse, mountain biking, orientation running, and ultimate disc. Each participant will receive a summer games t-shirt, meal and a snack each day, and support from student leader and coaches. Registration: Please register for each child. Availability: Space for the camp is limited, so sign up early to confirm your spot. Preference will be given to North Minneapolis residents. COVID-19 Statement: City of Lakes Community Summer Games will be conducted in compliance with all COVID-19 regulations set forth by Hennepin County and the state of Minnesota to ensure the safety for all participants. Other opportunities for the Summer Games below. You are welcome to participate in more than one opportunity, but each must be registered separately: Monday - Friday: 10a - 4p Saturday: 9a – 3p: Family Fitness – 9a, Service – Saturdays 10a -11a, & Program & Free Play (11a – 3p) Baseball - Tuesday, July 20th (Hit, Pitch, & Run) Softball - Wednesday, July 21st (Hit, Pitch, & Run) Swimming - Thursday , July 22nd Ultimate Disc - Saturday, July 24th Family Fitness - Saturdays - July 24th , 31st, & August 7th Service Days (All & Family) Saturdays - July 24th , 31st, & August 7th Futsal Saturdays - July 24th , 31st, & August 7th Free Play Days Open Mondays - July 19th, 26th, August 2nd & Saturdays - July 24th , 31st, & August 7th Team Handball - Tuesday, July 27th Volleyball - Wednesday, July 28th Basketball - Thursday July 29th & Friday July 30th Mural - "So how are the Children" Saturday, July 31st Chess - Monday, August 2nd Football - Tuesday, Aug 3rd (PP&K) Friday, August 6th (NFL Flag - Pre Season Tourn.) Gymnastics - Wednesday, August 4th Lacrosse - Thursday, August 5th Golf, Tennis, & Track - Saturday, August 7th Track & Field - Saturday, August 7th Northside Achievement Zone Reading Challenge - ALL Days Orientating Run & Mountain Biking - Saturday, July 31st Notes: To participate in the Games, there will be a waiver for parents/guardians of attendees to sign presented upon check-in. Check in starts at 9:30am. In the event of inclement weather (thunder/lightning), the camps will be cancelled and further information will be provided to participants in a timely manner. Bring shorts, t-shirts and appropriate footwear (either tennis shoes or cleats), water bottle, and any medications campers may need.