New Germany Parks & Events
New Germany ’ s parks provide space for all kinds of outdoor activities , and are popular places during the summer months .
The New Germany Commercial Club oversees the parks , and the city maintains them .
The city does not charge for use of the parks , although the Commercial Club will accept donations . All monies received are put back into the community .
Gazebo Park
The land for Gazebo Park was donated by Jim Kilbane . The gazebo and surrounding trees and shrubs were installed at the time of the “ Herman USA ” filming .
Volunteers maintain the park , as well as the planter in front of city hall . For information about participating in park beautification and maintenance , call 952-353-2208 .
Lindstrom Park
Lindstrom Park was formed in the early 1980s , and hosts softball teams for men and women .
“ We always welcome teams to come in and play ,” Jaeger noted . “ Once a year , we co-host a tournament with Hollywood Sports Complex , which brings teams from all over the state .”
For the last three seasons , the Mayer Lutheran High School girls softball team used the park as its home field . The team also helped with maintenance and upkeep .
Lindstrom Park also hosts softball one night a week , and more teams are sought after to fill the field . If a men ’ s softball team is looking for a field , call Eric at 612-968-1151 .
A concession stand and bathrooms were built with a substantial amount of donated labor . Additionally , a volleyball court , horseshoe pits , and a shelter with several picnic tables are available for the enjoyment of residents and visitors . Call 952-353-2208 for more information .
Tower Park
Tower Park got its name from being the former location of the water tower . It includes swings , slides , and other playground equipment for younger children , and a basketball hoop for older children . The Commercial Club brings in toys for younger children to enjoy during the summer . Also , shade
trees provide a resting place at the park .
Baseball Park
Softball and baseball are long-standing traditions in the New Germany community . Baseball Park was created to host seasonal baseball leagues and their fans . The park has been updated with a new scoreboard , grass infield , and concession stand . An irrigation project was also completed . Other improvements include the addition of an announcer ’ s booth on top of the concession stand , repairs to the grandstand , and work on the field .
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Tower Park , which is located behind the city hall in New Germany , offers a colorful playground .
On the improved field , the New Germany Dutchman baseball team hosted the Region 7C Baseball Tournament in August 2017 .
Something for everyone
There are a variety of recreational opportunities available in the city .
The New Germany Fire Department Relief Association conducts its annual softball tournament in the summer . Fire departments from across Carver , McLeod , Hennepin , Scott , Sibley and Wright counties take part in the event .
There are also activities for local children . The New Germany Commercial Club ’ s annual Halloween party takes place at city hall in October .
Another popular annual event is a pancake breakfast with Santa , which takes place at city hall on the first Saturday in December . Children can have their photos taken with the jolly old elf .
In the spring , there is an Easter egg hunt with plenty of fun activities for children .
In the summertime , folks enjoy watching New Germany ’ s amateur baseball team , the Dutchmen . The Dutchmen are active in the community and have events the host such as a pork chop dinner . For information abut New Germany Dutchmen events , follow them on Twitter at twitter . com / newgermanycrvl .
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