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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. Contact Shirley for more information at 952-353-2208. Tower Park “Tower Park, named after the former location of the water tower, is for our children of the community,” Jaeger noted. 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. In recent years, the park has been updated with a new scoreboard, grass inﬁ eld, and concession stand. An irrigation project was also completed. Other recent improvements include the addition of a new announcer’s booth on top of the concession stand, repairs to the grandstand, and work on the ﬁ eld. On this improved ﬁ eld, the New Germany Dutchman baseball team hosted a 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. This year, the Halloween party is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26. Another popular annual event is a pancake breakfast with Santa, which will take place at city hall Saturday, Dec. 7. 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 host a pork chop dinner. �� 18 Guide to Mayer & New Germany 2019-2020

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