Youth volleyball registration deadline is March 31 for those students grades third to sixth. Students will meet on Monday and Thursday evenings beginning April 3 to May 11 at Ellis Middle School, the cost is $45 per player.

Auction

On Saturday, April 1 there will be a silent auction in the old interpretive building at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center.

The sale will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. with the public able to come in and bid on furniture and displays that will not be moved into the new building. Bidding will close in stages at 11, 11:15, and 11:30 a.m. Coffee and hot chocolate will be served for a donation during the auction. Winning bidders are responsible for moving their items out that day or between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday, April 3.  Items can be paid for using cash or check only.

Riveside Figure Skating Club

Riverside Figure Skating Club spring session is underway.

New skaters will have three free lessons from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.  Session dates are March 19, April 2, 23, 30 and May 7.  It is never too late to sign up.

You may show up at Riverside Arena on those dates and check their Facebook page for details.

Baseball

There will be a free Packer baseball camp for those ages 10 to 14 on April 1 in the Packer Dome.  A parent or guardian must register their student – registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the camp runs from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Dryland hockey

Dryland hockey training anyone?

Join in at Packer arena from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday for this clinic which starts April 12 and goes to May 17. The cost is $30.

You will need a hockey helmet, hockey gloves and a hockey stick! Sign up at Parks and Rec.

Planning for summer

Summer is just around the corner which means it is time to start thinking about summer activities. Our brochure will be coming home with students at the end of this month.

For those looking for summer employment you can find the seasonal job application online, print it off and bring it to our new office space in City Hall, 500 4th Avenue NE.

Softball

Adult softball information has been mailed to past managers.  If you are interested check out our city site at www.ci.austin.mn.us and click on Recreation, sports, softball or call our office.

Friends appreciation

You are cordially invited to the Friends of the Hormel Nature Center Friends and Volunteer Appreciation Night at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28, in the Ruby Rupner Auditorium.

We will honor all of our Friends and Volunteers with a special evening of awards, dessert and a program by our new 2017 intern  Savanna Dahl.

Enjoy dessert with a slice of Perkins pie, ice cream and refreshments.

Please RSVP for this special evening by 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, by calling 507-437-7519 or email info@hormelnaturecenter.org.

Packer Arena Schedule

The last day for the Power 96 Home and Vacation Show, is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Cedar River Rabbit Club show will be held on Saturday, March 25.

Riverside Arena schedule

Riverside Figure Skate Club Spring session is Sunday’s March 19, April 2, 23, 30 and May 7.

Adult Open Hockey: 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. Cost is $6 per person each event. Attendees must be 16; goalies are free.

Public skate:  3:45 to 5 p.m. Sunday and March 19; 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. Wednesday and 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 24 and 31. The cost is $4 to skate plus $1 if you need to rent skates.  Make sure to like us on Facebook so you receive up to date information.

Stick time: 5 to 7 p.m.,  Tuesday

Austin Bruins: Saturday vs. Coulee. Puck drops at 7:05 p.m.

Parks and rec moves

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry office has moved to City Hall, 500 4th Avenue NE.  Our counter window opens to the hallway on the main floor.