Thanks - Giving

Thank you to all who attended our Family Swim Night at the Paine Aquatic Center. Three boxes of food were collected and distributed to our local Salvation Army food pantry. MRA and PLCBC appreciate your thoughtfulness during this holiday season.

Giving and Swimming

The Manistee Recreation Association and Portage Lake Bible Camp are sponsoring a Family Swim Night at the Paine Aquatic Center this coming Tuesday, November 22 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Each person wishing to participate should bring a canned good or a non-perishable food item. All items will be donated to a local food pantry.

Before you get stuck in the kitchen or on the couch for the weekend, bring the kids and have some good old family fun! Giving and Swimming - what a great way to start the Thanksgiving season.

Winter Fun

Whether you enjoy being indoor or outdoor, the MRA has a winter activity for you.

For the outdoor winter enthusiast we begin our ski/snowboard program January 6. The "best rate" deadline however is December 1st, so sign up soon. Learn to ski or hone your current skills! Registration packets available at the MRA office.

If you would rather stay warm, work up a sweat and hang with the guys, then indoor Men's Basketball may be just the thing for you. Form a team and sign up by December 9th to be considered for the bracket. Games begin in early January.

Plan early so as not to miss a deadline! Gift certificates are also available and make great gifts.

Crystal Mountain Ski Swap

Prepare for snow season! Check out the great bargains on new and used ski and snowboard equipment, clothing and gear this Saturday, October 29 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the Crystal Center at Crystal Mountain.

Lifeguard Certification

The MRA is offering a Lifeguard Certification Course taught by American Red Cross staff. The class will be offered November 1 through November 10 at the Paine Aquatic Center. Interested participants should contact the Manistee Recreation Association to register or gather more information.

Ski/Snowboard

I know you don't want to hear the word snow....but it will fly, sooner or later. And it's time to prepare yourself for winter fun. The MRA will again be traveling to Crystal Mt. on Friday evenings to enjoy the slopes. Package prices will be available for equipment rental, weekly lessons and lift access. Best rates are available prior to December 1st. Whether you ski or snowboard, are a beginner or an expert....you're guaranteed fun throughout the winter with this program.

Swim, Swim, Swim

Sign up soon for MRA Swim lessons. Lessons are available for infants 6 months of age right up through adults. We have something for everyone. Whether you're just learning to swim or choosing to fine tune your strokes, we'll design a swim program for you. Lessons for children 4 and under begin this Saturday at the Paine Aquatic Center. Register at the MRA office by 1:00 on Friday to be involved in this age group. All other lessons begin October 17th. Pre-registration required.