ARCHIE BROOKS COMMUNITY CENTER
YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Children’s Halloween Party
Saturday, October 25
10:00 a.m. to 12 noon

  • Parade of costumes with prizes
  • Interactive games
  • Refreshments
  • Crafts
Free
Pre-registration required: Call 248-6316 by October 22.

Campfire - Ages 5-12
Children meet with volunteer leaders to explore, be creative, learn about community service and gain a sense of beloning while having fun.
Days: Thursday
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: 1 time $10 registration fee
Dates: September through May

Tae Kwon Do – Ages 5 and up
Learn the ancient art of self-defense, increase flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and self-discipline. Register with the instructor at any of the classes. Call Vorhees Tae Kwon Do at (515) 263-9299 for more information. Family discounts are available
Days: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays year round
Time: Varies depending on class
Cost: $50 per month

Teen Nights - Grades 6-12
Be part of the fun when we open our doors to just TEENS! Grab a friend and spend the evening playing basketball, pool, table tennis, foosball, contests and special games.
Days: Fridays, November 15, January 18 and February 15
Time: 6:00  – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $1.00

Youth Recreation – Ages 18 and under
The Archie Brooks Community Center recreation facility features two full-size gyms, a remodeled weight room, cardiovascular equipment, ping-pong tables, foosball table, pool tables, air hockey table and much more. Children nine years and under must have adult supervision to use the weight room. Youth are not allowed in the Center while school is in session.
Days: Monday through Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free

Indoor Preschool Park – Ages 5 and under
Share the fun as we turn one of our gymnasiums into an indoor park. Children will have fun riding on big wheels, playing on fun mats, and crawling through our play tunnel! Adult supervision is required.
Dates: Nov. 5, 2007 – mid-April 2008 (depends on weather)
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $1.50 per child per visit

Pee Wee Basketball Registration
Come spend one evening a week learning the basics of basketball in a fun, recreational atmosphere. Volunteer parent coaches will lead participants and their team in practice sessions and scrimmages against other teams. All needed equipment, including a shirt for scrimmages will be provided.
Days: Tuesday (ages 3-4) and Thursday (ages 5-6)
Time: 6:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. (alternating)
Cost: $40 per child or $280 per team (up to 8 players)
Practice begins: Week of February 5
Registration Form

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Parks and Recreation
3226 University Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50311
Phone: (515) 237-1386

E-Mail: actionctr@dmgov.org
Web Site: www.dmgov.org