Evanston Life - Spring/Summer 2013

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community connections/spring summer 2013 (formerly Recreation & Arts Activity Guide)


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elcome to the inaugural issue of Evanston Life! Over the past several years, the Highlights newsletter and the Arts & Recreation Activities Guide have undergone various changes, including combining the two publications to save money and be more sustainable. As we looked to further enhance the usefulness of the publication for all Evanston residents, the new Evanston Life magazine was born. 1RZ \RX ZLOO ŎQG FRORU FRGHG VHFWLRQV ZLWK QHZV DQG special events in the front of the magazine, followed by the recreation, arts and ecology classes and programs. We hope WKDW \RX ŎQG WKH QHZ IRUPDW HDVLHU WR XVH DV ZH FRQWLQXH WR help make residents aware of the vast array of programming and events available here in our great city. It’s Evanston’s 150th anniversary! Celebrate the sesquicentennial of Evanston’s founding with a variety of community-wide events and LQLWLDWLYHV GXULQJ 5HVLGHQWV QRQ SURŎW organizations, religious institutions, schools and businesses–virtually everyone who lives, works or plays in Evanston–is invited to get involved and join in the celebration. More information is available at evanston150. org or at 847/347-2013.

Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl

1st Ward Judy Fiske

2nd Ward Peter Braithwaite

3rd Ward Melissa Wynne

4th Ward Donald Wilson

5th Ward Delores A. Holmes

6th Ward Mark Tendam

7th Ward Jane Grover

8th Ward Ann Rainey

9th Ward Coleen Burrus

City Clerk Rodney Greene

City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz

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Table of Contents Arts Art The Actors Gymnasium Dance and movement Music Performing Arts/Auditions

Leisure & Enrichment 22-24 31 25-28, 32, 34 34-35 28-30

Athletics Basketball Broomball Fencing Figure Skating Fitness Golf Gymnastics Hockey Martial Arts Personal Training Pilates Preschool Sports Public Skating Racquetball/Handball Roller Skating Soccer Speedskating Tai Chi Taekwon-Do Tennis Ultimate Frisbee Camp Walking Yoga

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Ecology Birthday Parties Canoeing Community Gardens Family Fishing Parent/Child Special Events Teen/Adult

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After-School Programs 78 American Red Cross 70-71 Birthday Parties 69, 92-93 Computer and Camera 82-83 Drop-In Programs 49, 75 Fishing 65, 86 Fitness Rooms 49 Ice Skating 58 Lakefront 84-87 Open Gym 49 Personal Training 49 Preschool programs 48, 88-91 Rentals 46, 58, 92-93 6FKRRO 'D\V 2ō SURJUDPV Self-Improvement/Enrichment 70-71 Special Recreation 78-81 6SRUWV 2ŐFLDWLQJ Spring Break Camps 72-73

News & Events Budget Economic Development Financial Awards Library Parks & Recreation Public Safety & Health Public Works Special Events Sustainability Utilities Volunteer

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Facilities Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center 2100 Ridge Ave. 847/448-4311 cityofevanston.org Chandler-Newberger Center 1028 Central St. 847/448-8252 cityofevanston.org/chandler &ODUN 6W %HDFK 2ŐFH Clark St. at the lake 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2ŐFH Dempster St. at the lake 847/866-4167 cityofevanston.org/beaches Evanston Ecology Center 2024 McCormick Blvd. 847/448-8256 cityofevanston.org/ecology evanstonenvironment.org Fleetwood-Jourdain Center 1655 Foster St. 847/448-8254 FLW\RIHYDQVWRQ RUJ ŏHHWZRRG Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre 927 Noyes St. 847/448-8260 cityofevanston.org/fjt Levy Senior Center 300 Dodge Ave. 847/448-8250 cityofevanston.org/levy Mason Park Fieldhouse Church St. at Florence Ave. 847/448-8254 Noyes Cultural Arts Center 927 Noyes St. 847/448-8260 cityofevanston.org/noyes Robert Crown Center 1701 Main St. 847/448-8258 cityofevanston.org/crown Information Call 3-1-1 for facility hours General 94-95 Parks & Beaches Map 96 Pooch Park & Dog Beach 94 Registration 99

Cover Photo by Samuel Gonzalez

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News & Events State Awards $1Million for Gigabit Internet Partnership to City & Northwestern University Investment Will Help Northwestern University and Area Businesses Build Innovation Corridor, Create Jobs Governor Pat Quinn was joined on January 18 by leaders from the City of Evanston and Northwestern University to announce a $1 million state investment to help the city become an Illinois Gigabit Community, bringing ultra-high speed Internet to one of the nation’s top universities and the surrounding area, home to more than 160 start-ups. This gigabit service will be crucial to developing an economic innovation corridor that will attract entrepreneurs who create jobs as they grow the next generation of world-changing companies. “To compete in the 21st century economy, we must have technology infrastructure that is second to none,” Governor Quinn said. “Internet service that’s 100 times faster than what we have today will help businesses, universities and governments to revolutionize our communities and make them stronger today and in the future.”

WKH FLW\õV HōRUWV WR FUHDWH DQ LQQRYDWLRQ FRUULGRU WKDW ZLOO XWLOL]H proximity to Northwestern University’s extensive academic resources and robust public transportation. “Evanston is home to over 160 technology start-ups housed in various scattered locations with limited synergistic relationships or facilities,” said Evanston Alderman Melissa Wynne (3rd Ward). “This award will be a catalyst allowing the city of Evanston and the state of Illinois to keep great thinkers, innovators, entrepreneurs and growing technology companies here in Illinois WKURXJK D FULWLFDO SXEOLF SULYDWH QRQ SURŎW SDUWQHUVKLS ø "Northwestern is grateful for the opportunity provided by Governor Quinn and the state of Illinois and for the prize awarded to our community via the Illinois Gigabit Communities Challenge," said Sean Reynolds, Northwestern University's vice president IRU ,QIRUPDWLRQ 7HFKQRORJ\ DQG FKLHI LQIRUPDWLRQ RŐFHU 7KLV support will allow the University to again partner with the city of Evanston to enhance our mutual and collective competitiveness through the advancement of technology." The city of Evanston is collaborating with Urban Communications, Inc. to expand broadband availability to residential and small business entities throughout the city. In addition to traditional Internet, the company plans to provide other IP-based services such as VoIP, video conferencing, web hosting, disaster recovery and e-mail.

The governor’s strategic investment of $1 million will help FRQQHFW ŎEHU RSWLF JLJDELW ,QWHUQHW VHUYLFH IURP GRZQWRZQ Chicago to Northwestern University, which will then place more than 400 access points in locations throughout campus and in surrounding Evanston.

"This project will help Urban Communications extend the EHQHŎWV RI JLJDELW ,QWHUQHW VHUYLFH WR UHVLGHQWV DQG EXVLQHVVHV all over Evanston," said Edmund G. Urban III, CEO of Urban Communications. For more information on Illinois Gigabit, visit Gigabit.Illinois.gov.

This will enhance the research capabilities of Northwestern 8QLYHUVLW\ DQG WKH DELOLW\ RI WKH &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ WR RōHU WKH NLQG of ultra-high speed Internet service that technology businesses need to start up and grow. In addition, the capability will boost

City & the National Endowment for the Arts Release Performing Arts Study The study was funded by an Our Town grant that the city was awarded from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in 2011, one of only 51 grants awarded nationwide. The City of Evanston received a $50,000 grant to develop a concise plan of action to help realize the vision of a performing arts center in the heart of Evanston while providing space for the community at large. The Downtown Evanston Performing Arts Study (DEPAS) grew out of a previous study involving the reuse of the former Varsity 7KHDWUH DV D SHUIRUPLQJ DUWV YHQXH 7KDW VWXG\ LGHQWLŎHG the need for a concise strategic plan of action in order to realize the vision of a performing arts district in downtown Evanston. The grant program allowed the city to conduct the DEPAS as the next major step in accomplishing that goal. Evanston has long been home to cultural arts organizations that have put down roots in our community and grown. These groups train artists and are a vital part of our economy. Locally

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and nationally renowned arts groups such as the Piven Theatre, Next Theatre, Light Opera Works and The Actors Gymnasium have expanded from small storefront theater organizations and have outgrown their performance and organization space. In the past, Evanston arts groups have relocated to Chicago or neighboring suburbs when they have outgrown their spaces. This is a rising concern in Evanston because the city and its community partners recognize the cultural and economic contribution that WKHVH RUJDQL]DWLRQV SURYLGH ,Q DQ HĹ?RUW WR VWHP IXUWKHU SRWHQWLDO losses of arts organizations from Evanston, this study was commissioned. The DEPAS Team, led by HBRA Architects with Schuler Shook Theatre Planners, Arts Consulting Group and Construction Cost 6\VWHPV FRQGXFWHG WKH VWXG\ RYHU D ĹŽYH PRQWK SHULRG 7KH SURJUDPPLQJ HĹ?RUWV LGHQWLĹŽHG WKH QHHG IRU WKUHH PDMRU SHUIRUPLQJ DUWV YHQXHV RQH YHQXH KRXVLQJ WZR Ĺ?H[LEOH WKHDWUHV DQG VHDWV RQH YHQXH KRXVLQJ D ĹŽ[HG IRUP HQG VWDJH theatre for dance and music productions (400 seats); and one venue housing two theatres (400 and 100 seats) to be used as a resident theatre facility. 7KH FRQFHSW RI DQ DUWV GLVWULFW ZDV UHĹŽQHG WKURXJK GLVFXVVLRQV with the city and stakeholders, leading to the selection and development of venues on sites organized along an arts “corridorâ€? that ties existing performance venues, the downtown core, and the Northwestern University campus (with its multiple arts venues) into the fabric of the downtown retail, restaurant and WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ KXEV LQ D PDQQHU WKDW SURYLGHV PXWXDO EHQHĹŽW WR these urban amenities while increasing the probability of success for the goals of the study. The full study can be found online at cityofevanston.org.

150,000 Volunteer Hours 2013 marks the 150th anniversary of Evanston’s founding. In honor of Evanston's legacy of civic engagement, Volunteer Evanston encourages community members to celebrate by taking a pledge to help meet the community's goal of reaching 150,000 volunteer hours in 2013. The City of Evanston and several FRPPXQLW\ SDUWQHUV KDYH WHDPHG XS WR NLFN RĹ? (YDQVWRQ V th anniversary and to unveil the yearlong theme of “Volunteer. Celebrate. Engage.â€? Participating community partners include the Music Institute of Chicago, Northwestern University, Youth Organizations Umbrella (Y.O.U.) and YWCA Evanston/North Shore. Evanston is a community which is rich with a vast network of QRQ SURĹŽW RUJDQL]DWLRQV DQG UHVLGHQWV ZLWK WKH WUXH VSLULW RI volunteerism. Volunteer Evanston wants to capitalize on that spirit during this milestone anniversary to give back to the community 150,000 hours of volunteerism. People who live, work or study in Evanston are invited to take a pledge to help meet the community's goal. Volunteers can participate by creating an organization or LQGLYLGXDO YROXQWHHU SURĹŽOH DW volunteerevanston.org. 9ROXQWHHU (YDQVWRQ LV D FROODERUDWLYH HĹ?RUW ZLWK WKH &LW\ RI Evanston, Northwestern University, Evanston Community Foundation, School District 202 and School District 65.

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News & Events

Budget/Utilities

City’s 2013 Adopted Budget The FY 2013 Budget encompasses revenues and expenses associated with all city funds including the General Fund, Capital, Water, Sewer, Parking, Fleet, Equipment Replacement and Solid Waste. Additionally, the annual budget includes information for VPDOOHU VSHFLĹŽF DFWLYLW\ IXQGV VXFK DV WKH (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW Fund, the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Funds and other programmatic grant funds. The General Fund encompasses the PDMRULW\ RI DOO GDLO\ RSHUDWLRQV DV EXGJHWHG H[FOXGLQJ Ĺ?HHW parking, water and sewer services. The total approved budget is $247,359,877, which includes all funds and interfund transfer expenses. The General Fund budget is projected to have $84,523,051 in revenues and $84,520,422 in expenditures, which will produce a small surplus of $2,629. ,Q RUGHU WR EDODQFH WKH EXGJHW GLĹ?FXOW EXW QHFHVVDU\ GHFLVLRQV were made to adjust revenues and expenditures city-wide, LQFOXGLQJ VWDĹ?QJ UHGXFWLRQV RSHUDWLRQDO HĹ?FLHQFLHV DQG VHUYLFH adjustments. There is no property tax increase for operations included in the budget. The public input process for the 2013 budget began in September 2012 through the city’s Engage Evanston program. During this initiative, residents submitted approximately 60 budget ideas XVLQJ WKH (QJDJH (YDQVWRQ ZHEVLWH RXWUHDFK HĹ?RUWV IURP VWDĹ? DQG ZULWWHQ FRPPHQWV $OVR DSSUR[LPDWHO\ UHVLGHQWV took part in a community outreach event, in which members RI VWDĹ? ZHUH DYDLODEOH DW YDULRXV ORFDWLRQV WKURXJKRXW WKH FLW\ to discuss budget-related comments and ideas. Budget ideas received during the community outreach initiative can be viewed at engageevanston.org. The City Council review process for the budget began in October 2012, with the publishing of the proposed budget. The proposed EXGJHW FRQWDLQHG D *HQHUDO )XQG GHĹŽFLW RI ,Q DQ HĹ?RUW to address this budget gap, the City Manager proposed a list of potential revenue enhancements and expenditure reductions for City Council consideration. The City Council reviewed and approved the City Manager’s General Fund budget reduction SURSRVDOV ZLWK WKH IROORZLQJ PRGLĹŽFDWLRQV UHDOORFDWLRQ RI WKH funds for the proposed full-time Crisis Intervention Coordinator position to the City Manager’s reserve account to be spent on Crisis Intervention Services; and the addition of $25,000 for the purchase and installation of four security cameras in the area near ETHS. All other General Fund changes proposed by the City Manager as part of the “FY 2013 Budget Reduction Worksheetâ€? were LQFOXGHG LQ WKH ĹŽQDO EXGJHW ZKLFK LV DYDLODEOH IRU YLHZLQJ DW cityofevanston.org/budget. The budget also includes adjustments which will impact other funds in addition to the General Fund. Some of the other fund adjustments which have been included in the budget include: an

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City of Evanston, 21.08%

School District 65, 37.31% Consolidated Elections, 0.33%

Cook County, 6.12%

Cook County Forest Preserve District, 0.77%

Suburban T.B. Sanitarium, 0.00%

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 4.24%

North Shore Mosquito Abatement District, 0.13%

Evanston Township, 0.15%

School District 202, 27.29% Community College 535, 2.59%

increase in the General Fund transfer to the Fleet Maintenance Fund by $50,000; an increase in funding to the Police and Fire Pension Funds by a combined $500,000; an elimination of the 'HYHORSPHQW 2Ĺ?FHU SRVLWLRQ LQ WKH (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW )XQG the allocation of 25% of personnel costs associated with the Community and Economic Development Director position to the Economic Development Fund; and the funding of the 48" Intake Improvements and Zebra Mussel Control projects solely from a loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Questions regarding the city budget may be submitted by phone to 847/866-2934 or via e-mail to budgetinquiries@ cityofevanston.org

Automatic Metering Information System Work to Begin in April The Utilities Department will begin replacement of its Automatic Metering Information System (AMI) in April 2013. This system transmits the water meter reading via radio signal from each individual property to the city’s computer system. For most of the city’s 14,400 accounts, the contractor will only need to replace the meter transmission unit (MTU) located outside on the exterior wall of the building. This will be done with no disruption or inconvenience to the property owner. For approximately 2,000 properties, the contractor will need to enter the building to replace the MTU located inside the building or to change out the water meter to a newer model compatible with the new AMI system. For any work required inside the building, the homeowner will be requested to make an appointment with the contractor to complete the interior work. The city will work with the selected contractor to put in place safeguards to protect residents during this project. The project is anticipated to take 14 months to complete.


Utilities/Parks & Recreation

Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation The Utilities Department is embarking on an extensive program of large diameter sewer rehabilitation this year. Most residents are familiar with the Long Range Sewer Program, completed LQ ZKLFK LQVWDOOHG D QHZ UHOLHI RYHUĹ?RZ VHZHU V\VWHP throughout several areas of Evanston. This program has been highly successful in minimizing basement backups caused by the surcharging of Evanston’s combined sewer system. The city is now beginning to rehabilitate the large diameter brick sewers from the original combined sewer system. These sewers are over 100 years old and constructed of brick or segmented clay tile. Sewers will be rehabilitated using the cured-in-place pipe lining method, where a new liner is inserted into the existing sewer through existing manholes. This method minimizes the cost and disruption to residents as compared to the conventional method of open-cut construction to install a new sewer main. Because of the size of the sewers, the contractor will be working 24 hours a day during the curing process. The following sewers are planned for rehabilitation this year: Ăź &HQWUDO 6WUHHW 6WHZDUW $YHQXH WR 3UDLULH $YHQXH Ăź 3UDLULH $YHQXH &HQWUDO 6WUHHW WR *UDQW 6WUHHW Ăź (PHUVRQ 6WUHHW $VKODQG $YHQXH WR 5LGJH $YHQXH Ăź (OJLQ 5RDG 6LPSVRQ 6WUHHW WR 0F'DQLHO $YHQXH Ăź 'DYLV 6WUHHW 2DN $YHQXH WR 2UULQJWRQ $YHQXH Ăź &OHYHODQG 6WUHHW 3LWQHU $YHQXH WR WKH 1RUWK 6KRUH &DQDO The work has already begun and will continue through the end of 2013.

Evanston Receives $580,000 Grant to Rehab the Ladd Arboretum Trail Governor Quinn and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced on January 30 that the City of Evanston was awarded a $580,000 grant to rehabilitate the multiuse trail at Ladd Arboretum. The latest round of funding through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) will support more than 54 projects, including bike paths, walking trails, KLVWRULF SUHVHUYDWLRQ DQG VWUHHWVFDSH EHDXWLĹŽFDWLRQ SURMHFWV LQ communities across Illinois. The ITEP is a federally-funded, competitive program that encourages transportation-related enhancement projects in a YDULHW\ RI FDWHJRULHV ,7(3 IXQGV SURYLGH XS WR ĹŽQDQFLDO assistance with the construction and rehabilitation of public nonmotorized transportation improvements. The city’s match for the project is $145,000. “This major investment in community transportation projects throughout Illinois will help improve the quality of life for everyone,â€? Governor Quinn said. “These projects will create hundreds of jobs while preserving our heritage, beautifying communities and creating new transportation options across our

state for pedestrians, bicyclists, and others. I want to thank our Congressional delegation for securing the funds so that we can reinvest them back into our cities, towns and counties.â€? “The Ladd Arboretum is a 17-acre parcel of land along the North Shore Channel that is leased by the City of Evanston from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago,â€? explained Doug Gaynor, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services for the City of Evanston. “The arboretum’s existing trails were constructed between 1960 and 1961 and since that time have received minimal capital investment. 7KH DUERUHWXP ZDV SURSRVHG LQ WKH V ZLWK WKH ĹŽUVW WUHH being planted in 1960. It is a highly utilized educational and recreational resource, hosting summer camps, canoeing, cycling and pedestrian use.â€? The Ladd Arboretum Master Plan was adopted by the City Council in September 2007. The Master Plan includes numerous reconstruction and rehabilitation projects, including the reconstruction of trails throughout the arboretum. The Ladd Arboretum’s multiuse trail is also an important bike path LGHQWLĹŽHG LQ WKH &LW\ĂľV %LNH 3ODQ DQG SURYLGHV NH\ FRQQHFWLRQV WR and through neighborhoods.

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News & Events

Sustainability

1LFRU *DV (QHUJ\ (ĹŒFLHQF\ Program Community Challenge The City of Evanston is participating in the Nicor Gas Energy (Ĺ?FLHQF\ 3URJUDP &RPPXQLW\ &KDOOHQJH IURP )HEUXDU\ WKURXJK April of 2013 with the goal of reducing community energy usage. By enrolling new participants in one of six existing Nicor Gas programs, Evanston will raise up to $25,000 in prize money and a SRWHQWLDO LQ UHEDWH DQG LQFHQWLYH RĹ?HULQJV IURP 1LFRU *DV to be used towards a community project. The Nicor Gas Community Challenge is a new initiative GHVLJQHG WR IRVWHU HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ DZDUHQHVV DQG DFWLRQ ZLWKLQ FRPPXQLWLHV 7KLV ĹŽUVW 1LFRU *DV &RPPXQLW\ &KDOOHQJH will take place in Evanston and Oak Park with plans to expand WR RWKHU FRPPXQLWLHV LQ WKH IXWXUH á(QHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ LV QRW just something we can focus on as individuals, but something WKDW EHQHĹŽWV WKH HQWLUH FRPPXQLW\ ø VDLG &DWKHULQH +XUOH\ Sustainable Programs Coordinator. “We’re excited to use this challenge as a way to help homes and businesses in Evanston become more sustainable.â€? For every individual or business that participates in one of six 1LFRU *DV HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ SURJUDPV ZLOO EH DZDUGHG WR HDFK FRPPXQLW\ĂľV ĹŽQDO SUL]H XS WR D WRWDO 7KH FKDOOHQJH ends on April 30, 2013, at which point Evanston and Oak Park will distribute the apportioned prize money from Nicor Gas toward ORFDO HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ SURMHFWV As part of the Nicor Gas Community Challenge, individuals in Evanston and Oak Park can sign up for and connect their utility bills to EnergyBUZZ, a free online tool to help track energy use and reduce costs. Homeowners can sign up for residential programs, including free home energy assessments and UHEDWHV IRU HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ LPSURYHPHQWV %XVLQHVVHV FDQ also sign up to receive free energy assessments and rebates for improvements. Owners of apartment buildings can sign up for a program to receive free installation of faucet aerators, shower heads, light bulbs, and programmable thermostats. ,PSURYLQJ WKH HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ RI KRPHV DQG EXVLQHVV PHDQV less energy is required to maintain a comfortable environment in those buildings. For individuals and businesses, reducing energy consumption lowers utility bills and saves money. In this ZD\ HQHUJ\ HĹ?FLHQF\ KHOSV IDPLOLHV DQG EXVLQHVVHV PDNH HQGV PHHW EXW LPSURYHPHQWV DOVR EHQHĹŽW WKH FRPPXQLW\ E\ SXWWLQJ more money in people’s pockets to spend at area businesses, contributing to the local economy and job growth. Those interested in learning more can visit the City of Evanston website at cityofevanston.org/nicorgaschallenge or the Nicor Gas Community Challenge website at nicorgasrebates.com/challenge.

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Drinking Water Week 2013 Local Water, Global Impacts

In an age of globalization, we must stop and think about the LQFUHGLEOH VLJQLĹŽFDQFH RXU ORFDO ZDWHUZD\V KDV QRW RQO\ RQ RXU lives, but on the lives of many others that depend on it. In the reverse, we also must recognize how our local decisions may impact the quality and supply of other water sources abroad. In Evanston, we are incredibly fortunate to border one of the largest sources of surface fresh water in the world. As the second largest Great Lake, Lake Michigan is an invaluable resource that provides Evanston with incredible economic opportunities, increased property values, recreation, diverse biological life, and aesthetics. The way we treat our water today has immense impacts not only for future generations living here, but even for those in the present living in far reaches from our own homes. The City of Evanston invites the community to support National Drinking Water Week 2013, May 6 through May 12, and celebrate water as our most precious natural resource.

What is National Drinking Water Week? For more than 30 years, communities across the United States have joined the American Water Works Association (AWWA) in recognizing the essential role that water plays in our daily lives by celebrating National Drinking Water Week. Throughout the week, AWWA and its partners provide information and host activities to highlight how important water is for us all. This year Evanston has chosen the theme “Local Water, Global Impacts� to remind us of how our local choices have larger consequences on a global scale and how problems we face locally are also being felt in a number of cities across the globe. Throughout the week, the city will sponsor a series of activities for all ages in honor of National Drinking Water Week. Visit the city’s website for a complete listing. www.cityofevanston.org/ drinkingwaterweek


Public Safety & Health

Fight the Bite! What You Need to Know about West Nile Virus In 2012, there were a total of 11 cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) reported in Evanston, up from zero cases in 2011. Nationally, the number of reported cases was 5,387, the highest it has been since 2003. West Nile virus (WNV) is a potentially serious illness that is most often spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. Although illness from WNV can be potentially life threatening, approximately 80 percent of people who are infected with the virus will not show any symptoms. Of the 20 percent who do have symptoms (including fever, headache, and body aches, nausea, vomiting, or a skin rash), about one in 150 will develop severe illness. The severe symptoms can include high IHYHU KHDGDFKH QHFN VWLĹ?QHVV VWXSRU GLVRULHQWDWLRQ FRPD tremors, convulsions, muscle weakness, vision loss, numbness and paralysis. These symptoms may last several weeks, and QHXURORJLFDO HĹ?HFWV PD\ EH SHUPDQHQW 7KHUH LV QR VSHFLĹŽF WUHDWPHQW IRU :19 LQIHFWLRQ 7KH HDVLHVW DQG best way to avoid WNV is to prevent mosquito bites: Ăź :KHQ \RX DUH RXWGRRUV XVH LQVHFW UHSHOOHQW FRQWDLQLQJ DQ EPA-registered active ingredient. Follow the directions on the package. Ăź 0DQ\ PRVTXLWRHV DUH PRVW DFWLYH DW GXVN DQG GDZQ %H VXUH WR use insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants at these times or consider staying indoors during these hours. Ăź 0DNH VXUH \RX KDYH JRRG VFUHHQV RQ \RXU ZLQGRZV DQG GRRUV WR keep mosquitoes out. Ăź *HW ULG RI PRVTXLWR EUHHGLQJ VLWHV E\ HPSW\LQJ VWDQGLQJ ZDWHU IURP Ĺ?RZHU SRWV EXFNHWV DQG EDUUHOV &KDQJH WKH ZDWHU LQ SHW dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly. Drill holes in tire swings so water drains out. Keep children's wading pools empty and on their sides when they aren't being used. ,I \RX ĹŽQG D GHDG ELUG 'RQ W KDQGOH WKH ERG\ ZLWK \RXU EDUH hands. Contact the Evanston Health Department for instructions on reporting and disposing of the body. For more information, visit www.cityofevanston.org/health or call 3-1-1.

“Spring Cleaning� Safety Tips from the Fire Department With spring soon approaching, Evanston Fire Chief Greg Klaiber has suggested that spring cleaning take on another meaning. It's the ideal time to check our homes and yards for dangerous materials and unsafe conditions and to spend the time to protect our families and our properties. Residents should start by taking a few minutes to plan the safety cleanup day. Check each room in

the home, including the attic and basement. Also, don’t forget the garage, yard and storage shed.

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No Longer is Summer Just for Kids!

Branches: Main Library, 1703 Orrington Avenue 847/448-8600 North Branch, 2026 Central Street 847/866-0330 Chicago Avenue/Main Street Branch, 900 Chicago Avenue 874/905-0764 Reference Desk: 847/448-8630

Celebrate Evanston Public Library’s 140th Anniversary by supporting the next generation of readers and learners. The Library and the Evanston Public Library Friends continue on a $250,000 fundraising campaign to expand library programs and services into more Evanston neighborhoods. For more information or to donate, stop by one of the locations listed above or visit epl. org/donate. 7KDQN \RX IRU KHOSLQJ WR PDNH D GLĹ?HUHQFH

Join us for the Community-wide Summer Reading Program: Have Book, Will Travel! Through the power of our imagination, we can journey around the globe and beyond as we read for pleasure, adventure and prizes. Preschool and school-aged children can register in person at any of the Evanston Library’s three locations. Join us for a summer of activities and fun.

Run, walk, bike, skateboard, drive- whatever it takes. Make sure to participate in the Loft’s EPIC Teen Summer Reading Program. Stop by, sign up and get a reading log and you’ll be on your way to JHWWLQJ UDőH WLFNHWV WR ZLQ JLIW FDUGV WR DUHD EXVLQHVVHV ERRNV and more as part of the Loft’s summer reading program. Stop by the Loft or any of our branches, visit our website epl.org/teens or FDOO WR ŎQG RXW PRUH The Adult Summer Reading Program will begin again this year ZLWK D UDőH VW\OH ZHHNO\ JLYH DZD\ )RU HDFK ERRN PDJD]LQH RU QHZVSDSHU \RX UHDG \RX FDQ HQWHU \RXU QDPH LQWR D UDőH Prizes will range from Ravinia tickets to a dinner on the town and everything in between. Hope to see you this summer at all the library reading stops and branch locations. We’re committed to going beyond the Library spaces and broadening our neighborhood reach! Additional locations and times will be determined. Please visit epl.org in May, 2013 to learn more.

Children’s Programs In 2012, Evanston Public Library’s storytimes were voted #1 in the North Shore as “Best Library Story Hourâ€? by Make it Better magazine and highlighted in its 2012 Best List: “Our readers love EPL’s story time programs which include several GLĹ?HUHQW FODVVHV GURS LQ WLPHV DQG HYHQWV 3HUIHFW IRU FKLOGUHQ birth through age 6, EPL’s programs are dedicated to inspiring a lifetime love of reading.â€? Evanston residents or children who attend District 65 schools may register for Spring storytimes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers beginning on March 11.

Drop-in Storytimes Preschool Days/Times: Every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11am Age: 3-5 (Preschool) Parents, grandparents and nannies: come enjoy stories and songs with your 3-5 yr. olds. No registration required.

“The Young and the Restless� Days/Times: Every Tuesday morning from March 1-May 28, 9:30-10:15am. No registration required. Age: newborns–2yrs. On December 5, 2012, the Library Board of Trustees welcomed Alderman Jane Grover (7th Ward), Alderman Mark Tendam (6th Ward), students and members of the community to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the North Branch Library after 60 years of service.

Dance Performance Candy Land Performed by Evanston Dance Ensemble's ede2 company. An original dance production inspired by the popular children’s game, Candy Land, this 50-minute bon-bon of a show promises quirky characters, colorful costumes, and delightful dancing. Date/Time: March 3, 2 pm Location: Main Library, Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor

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Santa Evita by TomĂĄs Elroy MartĂ­nez A macabre comedy on Eva Peron's corpse—hidden, hijacked, replicated, smuggled abroad, buried, resurrected and repatriated. Also check the Latin@ Literature Discussion Blog at llevanston. wordpress.com. Location: Main Library, 3rd Floor Meeting Room Date/Time: Wednesday, April 10, 7-8:30pm Register: Reader’s Services at 847/448-8620. English and 6SDQLVK FRSLHV ZLOO EH DYDLODEOH DW WKH QG Ĺ?RRU 6HUYLFH GHVN

Loft Programs All programs are held in the Loft (3rd Floor of the Main Library) for Grades 6-12, unless otherwise noted. For a complete listing of Loft programs, please visit www.epl.org/teencal. The following programs require registration. You may do so online at epl.org/ teens or by calling 847/448-8625.

Teen Theatre Production–The Beast by Walter Dean Myers

Latino Literature Discussion (LLE) Harvest of Empire: a History of Latinos in America by Juan GonzĂĄlez %\ RQH RXW RI HYHU\ ĹŽYH 8 6 UHVLGHQWV ZLOO EH RI +LVSDQLF origin. Join the discussion to learn more about a myriad of GLĹ?HUHQW FXOWXUHV Location: Main Library, 3rd Floor Meeting Room Date/Time: Wednesday, March 13, 7-8:30pm Register: Reader’s Services at 847/448-8620. English and 6SDQLVK FRSLHV ZLOO EH DYDLODEOH DW WKH QG Ĺ?RRU 6HUYLFH GHVN

Get Tech-Savvy at your Local Library Word, PowerPoint, Excel Taught by tech pro Jessica Jolly, who has been described by past participants as “savvy, entertaining and thorough.â€? Learn the basics in a comfortable environment. Classes last 60 minutes. Class: Beginner classes Location: Chicago Avenue/Main Street Branch Dates/Time: Thursdays (March 1-April 30), noon Class: Advanced classes Location: North Branch Dates/Time: Mondays at 6:30pm or Saturdays at 8:30am Already familiar with Word, PowerPoint, and/or Excel? Advanced FODVVHV FDQ UHĹŽQH \RXU VNLOOV &ODVVHV ODVW PLQXWHV

May Lunchtime Tech Drop-In Have a project in the works? Bring your Word, Excel or PowerPoint project and get help from our leader and other participants. Classes last 60 minutes. Location: Chicago Avenue/Main Street Branch Dates/Time: Thursdays in May, noon

This August, the Evanston Public Library’s teen theatre troupe will perform a stage adaptation of Walter Dean Myers’ heartfelt young adult novel, The Beast. Teens in 6th-12th grade interested in acting, designing, or working tech crew should email Director -DUUHWW 'DSLHU WR VLJQ XS IRU WKH HDUO\ 0D\ DXGLWLRQV DQG ŎUVW meeting. An inclusive project, the library’s teen theatre troupe accepts all teens interested in taking part. Especially looking for African-American and Latina performers for this show. Contact Jarrett at jdapier@cityofevanston.org.

Teen Book Discussion: The False Prince by Jennifer Nielsen In the country of Carthya, a devious nobleman engages four orphans in a brutal competition to be selected to impersonate the NLQJ V ORQJ PLVVLQJ VRQ LQ DQ HĹ?RUW WR DYRLG D FLYLO ZDU Copies of the book will be available in the Loft for those who register for the discussion. Teens who take part in the discussion will get to pick which titles we discuss later in the year. Dates/Time: Saturday, March 16, 3-4pm

DIY: Backyard Ladder Game and Tournament Work with other teens to assemble three backyard ladder games. 2QFH DOO WKH ODGGHU JDPHV DUH PDGH ZHĂľOO KDYH D SOD\RĹ? VR \RX can try to win one of the games to take home. The top three teens in the tournament will each get one of the ladder games to keep! Please register online at epl.org/teens, in person or by calling 847/448-8625. Date/Time: Wednesday, July 17, 3-4:30pm

New Branch Opens at Chicago Avenue/Main Street We're happy to announce that the Chicago Avenue/Main Street %UDQFK KDV RĹ?FLDOO\ RSHQHG LWV GRRUV 6WRS E\ &KLFDJR $YH and explore. Special thanks to the Library Board of Trustees and the Evanston Public Library Friends for their continued support of neighborhood services.

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African American Literature (AAL) Discussion Wrapped in Rainbows: The Life of Zora Neale Hurston by Valerie Boyd $ NH\ ŎJXUH LQ WKH +DUOHP 5HQDLVVDQFH +XUVWRQ GDVKLQJ and creative, struggled against poverty, sexism, and racism with grace and wisdom. As Boyd adeptly analyzes Hurston's revolutionary books, intense spirituality, and myriad adventures, Hurston emerges in all her splendor—not only smarter, tougher, and more alive than most people but also resoundingly free. Location: Main Library, Small Meeting Room, 1st Floor Date/Time: Tuesday, March 12, 7pm

At-Risk by Amina Gautier In Amina Gautier's Brooklyn, some kids make it and some kids don't, but not for stereotypical reasons. Gautier's stories focus is on quiet daily moments, even in extraordinary lives. Location: Main Library, Small Meeting Room, 1st Floor Date/Time: Tuesday, April 9, 7pm Extra copies of Wrapped in Rainbows and At-Risk are held at the QG Ĺ?RRU 5HDGHUĂľV 6HUYLFHV GHVN FDOO WR UHVHUYH

International Film Festival: Corpo Celeste

Having grown up in Switzerland, Marta returned to Italy at the age RI DQG ZDV VHQW WR SUHSDUDWRU\ FODVVHV IRU KHU FRQĹŽUPDWLRQ %XW WKH GRFWULQH RI 5RPDQ &DWKROLFLVP RĹ?HUHG OLWWOH LQ WHUPV of life lessons or consolation and she quickly sees through the K\SRFULV\ RI WKH SULHVW DQG ĹŽQGV D ZD\ WR DVFHQG LQWR DGXOWKRRG 2012. 99 min. Italian with English subtitles. Location: Main Library, Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor Date/Time: Monday, March 18, 7pm

Keepinitreal 1RQ ŎFWLRQ %RRN &OXE Agent Garbo Agent Garbo tells the astonishing story of a self-made secret agent who matched wits with the best minds of the Third Reich–and won. Location: Main Library, West Conference Room, 3rd Floor Date/Time: Tuesday, March 26, 7pm

Buried in the Sky At once a gripping, white-knuckled adventure and a rich exploration of Sherpa customs and culture, Buried in the Sky re-creates one of the most dramatic catastrophes in Alpine history from a fascinating new perspective. Date/Time: Tuesday, April 30, 7pm Location: Main Library, West Conference Room, 3rd Floor Copies of both books will be held at the Reader's Services GHVN RQ WKH QG Ĺ?RRU 3OHDVH FKHFN WKH .HHSLQLWUHDO %ORJ DW keepinitrealevanston.wordpress.com for author interviews, fun facts, and interesting videos.

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Author Reading: Christine Sneed The Evanston author reads from her debut novel Little Known Facts. Location: Main Library, Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor Date/Time: Saturday, April 13, 4pm

Northwestern Humanities Lecture Series Janice Radway, Professor, School of Communication– Communication Studies “Debating the Meaning of Girlhood in the 1990s: How Girls Talked Back and What it Means Now for their Futuresâ€? During the 1990s, vigorous public debate developed about the meaning of girlhood and the challenges and opportunities facing girls in the aftermath of the women's movement. 7KLV OHFWXUH ZLOO ORRN EDFN DW WKH VHOI SXEOLVKLQJ HĹ?RUWV RI JLUOV LQ the 1990s, consider how this activity changed them, and discuss the implications for contemporary girls. Date/Time: Wednesday, April 24, 7pm Location: Main Library, Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor

Money Smart Week: Savvy Social Security Planning 1LFN %RWKĹŠHOG /LQFROQ )LQDQFLDO 6HUYLFHV Join us for an informative presentation about what baby boomers need to know to maximize their retirement income. Date/Time: Tuesday, April 23, 7:00pm Location: Main Library, Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor Register: Call the Reference Desk at 847/448-8630. Check out the EPL Calendar at www.epl.org/calendar for more events during Money Smart Week (April 20-27).

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Economic Development

The City’s Consolidated Plan The City of Evanston is committed to a diverse community that is inclusive and encourages residents and institutions to work together to achieve our goal of having the most livable city in America for all residents. The city will continue to pursue strategies to ensure the availability of housing, economic opportunity and social services, particularly for low- and moderate-income residents, individuals and families who are homeless, and persons with special needs. Neighborhood revitalization in areas hardest hit by the recent economic downturn and housing foreclosure crisis whose recovery continues to lag other neighborhoods is also a priority. The city receives three grants from the federal government each year that provide critical resources to address these needs. Our Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs are governed by our 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan. It is the primary vehicle for identifying and prioritizing programs and projects that address federal statutory goals to provide decent housing, a suitable living environment and to expand economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income residents. Involvement by residents provides input to help us better understand needs and develop actions to address them. Each year, the city develops an action plan that outlines how these funds will be used. The draft 2014 Action Plan will be published in early October for citizen comment prior to its approval by City Council and submission to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development. To learn more about the 2014 planning process, visit cityofevanston.org/cdbg and click on “CDBG Applications� or e-mail cdbg@cityofevanston.org to receive updates.

NSP2 Homes for Sale and Rent Are you interested in renting or owning a home in Evanston? Evanston’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 (NSP2) has acquired 89 units of foreclosed and abandoned housing toward our 100-unit goal. At the beginning of 2013, 20 units had been rented and 11 sold. Construction or rehab had been completed on an additional 30 units and more units are being completed DQG EURXJKW WR PDUNHW HYHU\ PRQWK ,Q DGGLWLRQ WKH ĹŽUVW SKDVH RI Emerson Square, a 32-unit mixed-income rental development, is expected to begin leasing by summer 2013. NSP2, funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, aims to help stabilize neighborhoods that have been hardest hit by the IRUHFORVXUH FULVLV DQG SURYLGH TXDOLW\ DĹ?RUGDEOH UHQWDO DQG IRU sale housing to low-, moderate-, and middle-income households.

7R ŎQG RXW ZKHWKHU \RX DUH HOLJLEOH IRU WKHVH KRPHV UHQWHUV should visit cityofevanston.org/nsp2/renters and complete the pre-application. Prospective homeowners can visit LiveEvanston. net to learn more about the for-sale program as well as register. Those interested in the city’s NSP2 project can call 847/488-8166 or e-mail nsp2@cityofevanston.org.

Economic Development Updates Creating jobs and expanding sources of tax revenue are the IRFXV RI WKH FLW\ĂľV (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW 'LYLVLRQ 6WDĹ? KDV been working to implement the city’s economic development plan adopted in March, with its focus on entrepreneurship and innovation. The pursuit of retail revitalization is also under way DV VWDĹ? EHJLQV SXUVXLQJ VWUDWHJLHV WR DWWUDFW QHZ UHWDLOHUV WR Evanston, create new Evanston-based retailers, and help existing UHWDLOHUV JURZ ,Q WKH (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW VWDĹ? ZLOO FRQWLQXRXVO\ UHĹŽQH WKHVH HĹ?RUWV WR VXSSRUW (YDQVWRQĂľV EXVLQHVV community, supporting job and revenue growth, in a fair and consistent manner that is expected in Evanston. ,Q WKH (FRQRPLF 'HYHORSPHQW VWDĹ? FRQWLQXHV WR WDUJHW UHYLWDOL]DWLRQ HĹ?RUWV WKURXJKRXW (YDQVWRQ LQFOXGLQJ Ăź Trader Joe’s—The city’s $2 million investment to bring Trader Joe’s to Evanston is projected to create 30 new jobs and $500,000 in annual tax revenues. Ăź Howard Street revitalization is rapidly under way with the Ward 8 Wine Bar now open. Ăź T he revitalization of Church and Dodge is a key priority, with active negotiations for: 1801 Church St.; grant proposals for the redevelopment of 1911-17 Church St.; and supporting new tenants at 1901 and 1903 Church St. City Council approved the sale and loan for 1817 Church St. to rehab the Evanston historic landmark for the reuse as the headquarters of the Evanston North Shore Contractors Cooperative. Ăź 6WDĹ? LV DFWLYHO\ UHFUXLWLQJ WHQDQWV DQG VWDUW XS FRPSDQLHV IRU WKH SURSRVHG RĹ?FH GHYHORSPHQW DW Main and Chicago and throughout the city. This includes pursuing opportunities to support events and programs that support these businesses. Ăź Gordon Food Services opened at 2424 Oakton St. The city’s $100,000 investment in the property supported the environmental remediation allowing Gordon Foods to build on the site and hire 20 new employees. The store is projected to generate $100,000 in annual tax revenues. Ăź 7 he Dempster-Dodge Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District was approved, which has the potential to result in the short-term revitalization of the Evanston Plaza shopping center and the long-term revitalization of the neighborhood.

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News & Events Spring Bulk Trash Pick-up Schedule If your normal refuse pickup day is: Thursday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Your bulk trash pickup is: Friday, April 26 Friday, May 3 Friday, May 10 Friday, May 17

7KH FLW\ V 6WUHHWV DQG 6DQLWDWLRQ 'LYLVLRQ ZLOO RĹ?HU WKH IUHH removal of six cubic yards of bulk garbage this spring on a designated Friday according to your normally scheduled trash day. Residents must follow the following guidelines: Ăź ,WHPV PXVW EH OHVV WKDQ VL[ FXELF \DUGV SHU KRXVHKROG ZKLFK is roughly equivalent to two couches, four chairs, one mattress and box spring, OR 25 medium garbage bags. Quantities that exceed six cubic yards will be tagged as special pick-ups and a fee will be assessed. Ăź ,WHPV PXVW EH SODFHG RXW LQ DQ RUGHUO\ IDVKLRQ IRU H[DPSOH bagged, contained or bundled. No loose garbage). Ăź $EVROXWHO\ QR KD]DUGRXV PDWHULDOV ZLOO EH FROOHFWHG LQFOXGLQJ batteries, gas, oil, asbestos, medical waste, paint, etc. Ăź *ODVV VKRXOG EH EURNHQ XS ER[HG WDSHG DQG ODEHOHG DV JODVV Ăź %XON WUDVK PXVW EH SODFHG RXW E\ DP RQ WKH DOOH\ OLQH RU parkway. Crews will not remove items from private property nor return for late set-outs. Ăź $EVROXWHO\ QR FRQVWUXFWLRQ PDWHULDOV ZLOO EH SLFNHG XS Ăź 1R WLUHV RU DSSOLDQFHV ZLOO EH FROOHFWHG Ăź &UHZV ZLOO RQO\ UHPRYH EXON LWHPV QR JDUEDJH FDUWV ZLOO EH emptied. If crews are unable to complete routes on Fridays, collections will continue on Saturdays. Residents with larger debris removal needs must call 3-1-1 to request a special pickup for a fee.

Upcoming Evanston Capital Improvement Projects The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a process by which the city designs a multi-year plan for major capital expenditures. It represents the city’s plan for physical development and is UHYLHZHG DQG XSGDWHG HDFK \HDU WR UHĹ?HFW FKDQJLQJ SULRULWLHV It provides an ongoing framework for identifying capital requirements, scheduling projects over a period of years, FRRUGLQDWLQJ UHODWHG SURMHFWV DQG LGHQWLI\LQJ IXWXUH ĹŽVFDO impacts. )RU WKH &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ KDV LGHQWLĹŽHG QXPHURXV projects including water main replacements, street resurfacing, sewer replacements, completion of a protected bicycle path, Streetscape work, parking lot improvements and more. The following is a listing of projects and the areas in which they will be located: 14 Evanston life Spring/Summer 2013

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2012 Motor Fuel Tax Street Improvement Project (Spring/Summer Construction) Street From To Elinor Pl. Forest Ave. Forestview Rd. Greenleaf St. Lake St. Lee St. Mcdaniel Ave. Oak Ave. Princeton Ave. Sherman Ave. Washington St. Washington St.

Ashland Ave. Keeney St. Grant St. Chicago Ave. Elmwood Avenue Michigan Ave. Church St. Greenleaf St. Central St. Greenwood St. Ridge Ave. Dewey Ave.

Wesley Ave. Kedzie St. Colfax St. Hinman Ave. Sherman Ave. Sheridan Rd. Lyons St. Crain St. Dead End North Lake St. Chicago Ave. Asbury Ave.

2013 Water Main Replacement and Street Improvement Project (Spring/Summer Construction) Street From To Austin St. Central St. Church St. Clark St. Davis St. Davis St. Lake St. McDaniel Ave. Wesley Ave.

Elmwood Ave. Sherman Ave. Chicago Ave. Orrington Ave. Benson Ave. Wesley Ave. McDaniel Ave. Lake St. Simpson St.

Sherman Ave. Sheridan Rd. Hinman Ave. Chicago Ave. Hinman Ave. Asbury Ave. Pitner Ave. Church St. Leonard Pl.

2013 Davis St. Resurfacing/Streetscape/Protected Bike Lane/ Sewer Replacement (Spring/Summer Construction) Street From To Davis St.** Ridge Ave. Davis St. Florence Ave. **Subject To ITEP Funding

Benson Ave. Ridge Ave.

2013 CIP Street Improvement Project (Spring/Summer Construction) Austin St. Ridge Ave. Elmwood Ave. Austin St. Sherman Ave. Custer Ave. Dewey Ave. Mulford St. Kirk St. Foster St. Maple Ave. Sherman Ave. McDaniel Ave. Lee St. Dead End North Prairie Ave. Grant St. Central St. Prospect Ave. Grant St. Colfax St. Wesley Ave. Foster St. Dead End North 2013 Alley Improvement Project (Summer/Fall Construction) North of Emerson St. East of Grey Ave. North of Howard St. East of Hartrey Ave. North of Madison St. East of Sherman Ave. 2013 Parking Improvement Project (Spring Construction) Parking Lot 4 Rehabilitation Project (Central St.) & sidewalk bump out at Stewart Ave. 2013 50-50 Sidewalk/Curb Replacement Program and Block Curb/Sidewalk Replacement Program (Summer/Fall Construction) Various Locations 2012 Carryover Projects (Spring/Summer Construction) Street From To Isabella St. Central St. Hartrey Ave.

Highland Ave. Cowper Ave. Howard St.

Ewing Ave. Central Park Ave. Dead End North


Special Events

March 2–3 A Lifetime of Singing Workshop and Concert Choral workshops for singers and conductors are scheduled for Sat. On Sun., concert of area choristers with NSCS, Evanston Children’s Choir, North Park University Chamber Singers and soloist Karen Brunssen. 773/956-8400. northshorechoral.org Sponsor: North Shore Choral Society (NSCS) Location: Regina Dominican High School, 701 Locust Rd., Wilmette Days/Dates/Times: workshop on Sat., March 2, 8:45am; concert on Sun. March 3, 3pm Age Level: All ages Admission: $20, workshop ($10/person for groups of 12 or more); Concert: Adult, $25; senior, $22; student, $15

March 15–17 Evanston Dance Ensemble presents The Best of EDE, volume one Here’s your chance to see some of EDE’s most beloved choreography. Experience a slice of Americana in Hoedown. Watch JODVV ERWWOHV Ĺ?\ LQ Unbreakable. Have a jazzy taste of Chicago in Fosse and much more! Info. at 847/328-6683. Tickets: call Louis ER[ RĹ?FH DW RU www.tic.northwestern.edu Days/Dates/Times: Fri., Mar 15, 7:30pm; Sat., Mar 16, 2pm and 7:30pm; Sun., Mar 17, 2pm Location: Josephine Louis Theater at Northwestern University Age: All ages Tickets: $22, adults; $15, children, students, seniors

March 22 Free Fran Randall Memorial Concert The community is invited to the next Fran Randall Memorial Concert, which will feature singer Rachel Sparrow, who is obtaining her master's degree in Opera at Northwestern University. Rachel performs a wide variety of vocal music, from opera arias to cabaret, jazz and Broadway classics. Jazz pianist Bill Cessna also will perform. The Fran Randall Memorial Concert Series is underwritten by the Levy Senior Center Foundation.

March 30 Arboretum Egg Hunt “Sally the Salamanderâ€? needs our help! She’s misplaced her HJJV LQ WKH DUERUHWXP <RX FDQ KHOS KHU ĹŽQG WKHP OHDUQ DERXW salamanders and take part in activities and a craft. Bring a basket or bag for collecting. A special area is reserved for egg hunters 18 mo.-8 yrs., as well as for children with special needs. Preregistration required. Sponsor: North Suburban Youth Foundation. Location: Evanston Ecology Center and adjacent Ladd Arboretum Age: 18 mo. & up Day/Date/Time: Sat., March 30; sign up for a 1-hour session Admission: $5 Evanston resident or nonres. Register by class #: #113130A3: 10-11am; #113130B3: 11:30am-12:30pm; #113130C3: 1-2pm; #113130D3: 2:30-3:30pm

March 30 Women’s History Month Celebration

Location: Levy Senior Center Day/Date/Time: Fri., March 22, 1pm Age: All ages Admission: FREE

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre & Community Center will present a Women’s Day Luncheon and Panel Discussion. Please join us for a OLYHO\ GLVFXVVLRQ DQG FRPSOLPHQWDU\ EXĹ?HW 6XSHUYLVLRQ SURYLGHG for children age four and up. Space is limited; reservations required. 847/448-8254; cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre

March 24–25 Summer and Smoke by Tennessee Williams

Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Day/Date/Time: Sat., March 30, Noon-3pm Admission: FREE

Muse of Fire Theatre Company begins its season-long investigation of the transformative power of love. The second DQQXDO 6SULQJ 5HDGLQJ 6HULHV NLFNV RĹ? ZLWK D IUHH LQWLPDWH UHDGLQJ of this richly layered tale of a tragic relationship between a highstrung minister's daughter and the bad-boy doctor she has loved since they were children. PXVHRĹ?UH RUJ Location: Evanston Ecology Center Days/Dates/Times: Sun., Mar. 24, 3pm; Mon., Mar. 25, 7:30pm Age: Recommended for ages 12 and older Admission: FREE and open to the public; donations accepted

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Special Events

April 13 Spring Flea Market 7KLV PDUNHW FRQQHFWV SHRSOH ZKR RZQ JUHDW ÷VWXōø WKH\ GRQ W need with folks who like a bargain and believe in the three R’s: reduce, reuse and recycle! Reserve a table to sell what you cleared out in spring cleaning. Call Alice Allen or Ken Cherry at 847/448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center Day/Date: Sat., April 13 Time: 9am-4pm (no early birds) Age: 18 yrs. & up for table rental Table rental: $35 Admission: FREE

April 22–26 TV Tune Out Week It’s that time of year again when we pull ourselves away from the television and computer and notice that there is a whole wonderful world that doesn’t need to be plugged in! In connection with Earth Day, enjoy self-guided after-school activities that will get you and your child outside and exploring the natural world. Location: Ladd Arboretum and Ecology Center Day/Date/Time: Mon.-Fri., April 22-26, 3:30-5pm Age: School-age youth Admission: FREE 5REHUW &URZQ &HQWHU ZLOO RōHU IUHH LFH VNDWLQJ IRU XS to 50 children from 6:15-7:30pm on April 23 and 25. 847/448-8258.

April 12–14 The Wizard of Oz Little Dorothy Gale of Kansas, similar to so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day, a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination. Performers are age 8 through eighth grade. Sponsor: Evanston Children’s Theatre Location: Levy Center Days/Dates/Times: Fri., April 12 at 7pm, Sat., April 13 at 3pm and 7pm; Sun., April 14 at 3pm. Age: All ages Tickets: $6 through the Levy Center by phone, in person and at the door.

April 27 Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with the Ecology Center! Help the Ladd Arboretum Committee beautify the Ladd Arboretum with an Arboretum clean-up from 9am to noon. After that, join the Ecology Center in some festive activities, games and crafts from 2-5pm. Informational stations will guide you to a smaller environmental footprint. Bring the whole family to honor our home, sweet home! Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: All ages Day/Date/Time: Sat., April 27, 9am-5pm Admission: FREE

April 28–29 All's Well That Ends Well by William Shakespeare Muse of Fire concludes its Spring Reading Series with one of Shakespeare's least produced comedies, an investigation of how even the best of women can be attracted to the worst kind of men. PXVHRŐUH RUJ Location: Main Evanston Public Library Days/Dates/Times: Sun., April 28, 3pm; Mon., April 29, 7:30pm Age: All ages welcome Admission: Free and open to the public; donations accepted

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May 5 Evanston Symphony: Music from the English Countryside Lawrence Eckerling conducts Vaughan Williams’ 5th Symphony and Britten’s Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes. Wendy Warner is soloist in Elgar’s Cello Concerto. 847/864-8804; tickets@ evanstonsymphony.org; www.evanstonsymphony.org Sponsoring Organization: Evanston Symphony Orchestra Location: Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Dr. Day/Date/Time: Sun., May 5, 2:30pm Tickets: $5-$35; children free.

May 6–10 National Drinking Water Week: Local Water, Global Impacts Celebrate National Drinking Water Week with a splash! Join (FRORJ\ &HQWHU VWDĹ? IRU IXQ DIWHU VFKRRO DFWLYLWLHV DOO ZHHN :HĂľOO explore the wonderful history, properties and uses of water with mini-experiments, observations and games. Each day, we will KDYH D GLĹ?HUHQW WKHPH DQG VHOI JXLGHG DFWLYLWLHV VR EH VXUH WR stop by all week. Other activities will take place at the Levy Senior Center and Chandler-Newberger Center. For details, see page 64s or visit cityofevanston.org/drinkingwaterweek Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: Grades K-5 Days/Dates/Time: Mon.-Fri., May 6-10, 3:30-5pm Fee: FREE Length: 5 sessions

May 8 & 10 Aging Well Conference & Film Festival (Film festival's selection to be announced) Conference keynote speaker: Julie Hamos. Older adults, their IDPLOLHV SURIHVVLRQDOV DQG RWKHU FDUHJLYHUV ZLOO EHQHĹŽW IURP topics such as: Connecting with Social Media; Evidenced Based Medicine: What is it?; Improving Your Memory for Names; Working Beyond Retirement; Zumba Gold; Financial Planning; Palliative Care: When, Where and Why; Sexuality and Aging; and others. For more details call 847/864-7274 or go to cityofevanston.org/ agingwellconference. Film Festival: Wed., May 8, 7pm at Evanston Public Library Conference: Fri., May 10, 8am-12:30pm at Three Crowns Park, 2323 McDaniel Ave. Admission: FREE but space is limited.

May 10–11 Evanston Garden Fair The 64th DQQXDO (YDQVWRQ *DUGHQ )DLU RĹ?HUV D JUHDW VHOHFWLRQ of perennials and annuals. Many plants, including shadeORYLQJ SODQWV DQG QDWLYH ZLOGĹ?RZHUV JURZ YHU\ ZHOO LQ Evanston. Club members will be able to answer your plant and landscape questions. Proceeds support the civic landscape and EHDXWLĹŽFDWLRQ SURMHFWV WKDW PHPEHU JDUGHQ FOXEV XQGHUWDNH throughout Evanston. 847/448-8256.

Sponsor: Lincolnwood Garden Club of Evanston Days/Dates/Time: Fri., May 10 and Sat., May 11; 9am-4pm Location: Independence Park, Central St. at Stewart St. Admission: FREE

May 17 Free Fran Randall Memorial Concert The community is invited to this concert, which will feature Hope Currie, a second-year student at Columbia College who is studying contemporary voice/keyboard. The series is underwritten by the Levy Senior Center Foundation. Location: Levy Senior Center Day/Date/Time: Fri., May 17, 1pm Age: All ages Admission: FREE

May 17–19 Spring Ice Show: Skate Through the Day Hundreds of skating school students and professionals perform to music as it relates to daily life—waking up, going to school, going to work, socializing, etc. Come see this unique show! Location: Robert Crown Center Days/Dates/Times: Fri., May 17 at 7:30pm; Sat., May 18 at 7:30pm; and Sun., May 19 at 2:30pm Age: All ages Tickets: $10 reserved; $9 general admission

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June 1 Backyard Botanicals Highland Garden Club of Evanston will be hosting a plant sale with locally, home-grown plants right from the club members' gardens –so they are sure to grow in yours, too! Club members will give you tips and answer any questions. Proceeds are used to support WKH QXPHURXV EHDXWLŎFDWLRQ DQG HGXFDWLRQDO SURMHFWV WKLV FOXE takes on throughout Evanston. 847/448-8256. Sponsor: Highland Garden Club Day/Date/Time: Sat., June 1, 10am-4pm Location: Independence Park, Central St. at Stewart St. Admission: FREE

June 2 An Afternoon at the Opera May 25 Senior Citizen Love Boat Cruise In Celebration of Older American Month, Fleetwood-Jourdain Center will be transformed into the FJ Paradise Luxury Cruise Liner. Amenities include a stylish bar serving tropical virgin FRFNWDLOV DQG IDQF\ KRUV GĂľRHXYUHV ĹŽW IRU D &DULEEHDQ FUXLVH (QMR\ D IULHQGO\ JDPH RI VKXĹ‘HERDUG ELQJR RU ELG ZKLVW RU WU\ your luck at the Vegas-style roulette table. A DJ will spin music and the ship's captain and his crew will make sure the party never stops and that everyone is treated like a millionaire...bon voyage!

Favorite Bizet, Gilbert and Sullivan, Handel, Purcell, Mozart, Verdi and other opera choruses by NSCS, soloists Kathleen and Peter YDQ GH *UDDĹ? DQG 16&6ĂľV <RXQJ $UWLVW ZLQQHUV northshorechoral.org Sponsor: North Shore Choral Society (NSCS) Location: Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm St., Glenview Day/Date/Time: Sun., June 2, 3pm Admission: Adult, $25; senior, $20; student, $15

June 2 Woofstock

Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Day/date/time: Sat., May 25, 4-7pm Age: 55 yrs. and older Admission: $5

You and your dog are invited to “Woofstockâ€? at Pooch Park! 7KLV FDQLQH HYHQW RĹ?HUV GRJV DQG RZQHUV D FKDQFH WR H[SHULHQFH contests and other free doggie fun. Dogs must be on-leash during the event. 847/674-1500, ext. 2700.

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Park sponsors: Skokie Park District and City of Evanston Location: Pooch Park, 3220 Oakton St. Date/Day/Time: Sun., June 2, 11am-3pm Age: All ages Admission: FREE

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June–August Mayor Tisdahl's Super Summer Program Yea for summer! Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Mayor Tisdahl are teaming up again to provide a number of FREE performing arts activities for the entire family to enjoy. From improvisational acting, spoken word and hip-hop workshops to kiddie ballet OHVVRQV WKLV VXPPHU ZLOO EH EXVLHU WKDQ ŎUHZRUNV RQ WKH 4th of July! Details will be posted at cityofevanston.org and cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre. Teens and young adults should visit youngevanston.com for events just for them!

June 8–23 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf by Ntozake Shange For Colored Girls is series of 20 poems, collectively called a “chorepoem,â€? which expresses the many struggles and obstacles that African-American women face throughout their lives. Fueled with eloquent words that dance rhythmically to humor and pathos, irony and poignancy, For Colored Girls will move you seamlessly from laughter to tears and back again. A brilliant cast RI VRPH RI (YDQVWRQĂľV DQG &KLFDJRODQGĂľV ĹŽQHVW WDOHQW KDV EHHQ assembled. cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre; ER[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV Center: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260. Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Dates/Days/Times: June 8-23, Sat., 7pm and Sun., 3pm. Preview: Fri., June 7 at 7pm ($5 admission) Admission: $12 at the door or $10 in advance

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June 16 Evanston Symphony Orchestra: From the City of Light to Eternal Rome Lawrence Eckerling leads music associated with Paris by Debussy, Saint-Saens, and Dukas, plus Resphigi’s Roman Festivals. David Schrader is soloist in Poulenc’s Organ Concerto. 847/864-8804; tickets@evanstonsymphony.org; www.evanstonsymphony.org Sponsoring Organization: Evanston Symphony Orchestra Location: Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Dr. Day/Date/Time: Sun., June 16, 2:30pm Tickets: $5-$35; children free.

June 20–August 1 It’s Thursday, Let’s Dance Now in its 14th year, “It’s Thursday, Let’s Dance!â€? features dancing to a live band and a lesson from professional dance instructors. Join us under the stars on the North Shore’s only outdoor dance Ĺ?RRU DowntownEvanston.org. Sponsor: Downtown Evanston Location: 909 Davis St. Plaza, Church at Maple Days/Dates/Time: Thursdays, June 20-Aug. 1 (except July 4); dance lesson at 6pm; dancing/live music from 7-9pm Admission: FREE

June 29–July 14 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Woza Albert! by Percy Mtwa, Mbongeni Ngema, & Barney Simon Woza Albert! is a radiant play, whose succession of vignettes of black life during South Africa’s apartheid period shows the absurdity of racial oppression. It also illuminates the logic of a plot in which South Africans seek the return of a savior, Morena, ZKR IXOĹŽOOV WKH ELEOLFDO SURSKHF\ WKDW -HVXV &KULVW ZLOO UHWXUQ The play’s title means “Rise Albert,â€? referring to the deceased leader of the African National Congress (ANC) and Nobel Peace Prize-winner Albert Luthuli and symbolizing biblical prophecies. cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre; ER[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV &HQWHU 0RQ Fri., 10am-4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260. Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Preview: Fri., June 28 at 7pm ($5 admission) Dates: June 29-July 14 Days/Times: Sat., 7pm and Sun., 3pm. Admission: $12 at the door or $10 in advance

ensure the future of the Ecology Center and its many valuable environmental programs. Discounted pricing is available for advance ticket purchasers and EEA members (including memberships transferred from KEB). Tickets will be available weekdays starting in late May at the Ecology Center. For details on other advance purchase sites, ticket pricing, etc., visit evanstonenvironment.org. Sponsor: Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) Day/Date/Time: Sun., June 30, Noon-5pm

July 4 Independence Day Activities Evanston really rocks on the Fourth of July! Activities are SURYLGHG E\ WKH (YDQVWRQ )RXUWK RI -XO\ $VVRFLDWLRQ D QRQ SURĹŽW organization of volunteers. To contribute, or for more information, see the ad on pg 97.

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July 20–21 Evanston Ethnic Arts Festival Dawes Park on the lakefront comes alive from noon to 7pm with two stages of continuous world music and dance, more than 125 juried artists, international cuisine, hands-on art activities and more. cityofevanston.org/ethnic

July 20–August 3 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Dreadlocks and the Three Bears by Kara Roseborough Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre is presenting its second annual play for very young audiences, which will be performed by members of the FJT Acting Ensemble. Follow Ziggy on his hilarious adventures in a strange forest inhabited by talking trees and animals. cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre Location: Evanston Ecology Center Day/Dates/Time: Sat., July 20-Aug. 3, 10am Age: 4 yrs. & up Admission: FREE as a part of the Mayor’s Super Summer Activities

July 26–28 Super Summer Sidewalk Sale Close to 200 merchants in both Downtown Evanston and the &KLFDJR 'HPSVWHU GLVWULFW ZLOO RĹ?HU GHDOV RQ VXPPHU LQYHQWRU\ featuring an ideal mix of independent shops and your national favorites. 847/866-6319; DowntownEvanston.org Sponsor: Downtown Evanston & Chicago/Dempster Merchants Assoc. Location: Downtown Evanston and Chicago/Dempster Day/Dates/Time: Fri., July 26-Sun., July 28; hours vary by merchant Admission: FREE

July 20–August 4 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Going to St. Ives by Lee Blessing Going to St. Ives is the story of two impressive women brought together by that which is personal and divided by that which is political, as both seek to accomplish the greatest good. A dialogue between black and white, between civilization and savagery, between established order and chaos. Blessing's script beautifully interlaces superb writing with captivating character development. cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre; ER[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV Center: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260. Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Dates: July 20-August 4 Preview: Fri., July 19 at 7pm ($5 admission) Days/Times: Sat., 7pm & Sun., 3pm. Admission: $12 at the door or $10 in advance

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This year’s reading series celebrates “The Funny," thoughtprovoking plays that also will scratch your funny bone. Again this year, the stage will be occupied by Evanston’s and Chicago’s most talented actors. The play titles will be posted this spring at cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre Location: Main Evanston Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. Days/Dates/Times: Sats., June 1, July 13, Aug. 4 at 3pm Admission: FREE

August 7–September 7 Starlight Movie Series Free movies will be shown in Evanston parks on select Wednesdays and Saturdays at dusk. Visit cityofevanston.org/ starlight for movie titles and locations.

August 3–4 Evanston Lakeshore Arts Festival 7KLV QDWLRQDOO\ UHFRJQL]HG ŎQH DUWV DQG FUDIWV IHVWLYDO LV KHOG from 11am-6pm in beautiful Dawes Park on the lakefront. Browse and buy from 125 juried artists displaying and selling their work, make a bid or two at the silent auction, and enjoy continuous live music. Your kids (or grandkids) will love our Children’s Craft Tent. Updates will be posted at cityofevanston.org/lakeshore

August 10–25 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Big Butt Girls and Other Fantasies–The Remix by Marsha Estell 7UDSSHG E\ YDULFRVH YHLQV KRW Ĺ?DVKHV DQG WKDW PLGGOH DJHG middle," Marty longs for her childhood on the South Side of Chicago, where all she cared about was listening to James Brown, dancing with her father and developing into a “Brick-House"! Marsha Estell steps out and gives a funny and bittersweet performance that will surely have you enraptured from beginning to end. cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre; ER[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV &HQWHU Mon.-Fri., 10am-4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260.


Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Dates: August 10-25 Preview: Fri., August 9 at 7pm ($5 admission) Days/Times: Sat., 7pm and Sun., 3pm. Tickets: $12 at the door or $10 in advance

August 17 Duck Race and Pluck This fund-raiser for the EEA is a rubber duck “race� around the lagoon in Dawes Park. Ducks travel on waves created by volunteers with paddles. The “fastest� ducks win a prize for their sponsors. Lucky ducks are plucked from the pack to win prizes, too. Funds raised will help care for the Ecology Center’s resident critters. Sponsor one duck for $10 or a “quack pack� of three for $25 (you may take your duckies home). Call 847/448-8256 to reserve your duck(s). Location: Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. Day/Date/Time: Sat., Aug. 17, 3-5pm Fee: see above for duck sponsorship; FREE admission Age: All ages

August 25 CommUNITY Picnic Celebrate Evanston, diversity and going back to school! Evanston residents gather for a free community picnic with free food, games, giveaways and entertainment. For updates, visit cityofevanston.org/picnic or call 3-1-1.

Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Day/Date/Time: Sat., Aug. 31 at 7pm Age: All ages Admission: $15 at the door or $12 in advance

August 3–September 8 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare Muse of Fire Theatre Company’s 2013 free outdoor summer production will be Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, a much beloved but often controversial play about the crazy things we do for love, and the crazy things love does to us. Starring company member Christina Hall, and directed by Artistic Director Jemma Alix Levy. Seating is open and unlimited; audiences must provide their own seating in the form of picnic blankets and/or chairs. In the event of rain, performances will be cancelled. Free parking is available in the adjacent Morton Civic Center lot. Auditions are scheduled for April 6-7; see page 28. 847/707-8632; PXVHRĹ?UH RUJ Location: Ingraham Park, west of Morton Civic Center Dates: Aug. 3-Sept. 8; no performances Aug. 24-25 Days/Time: Sat. and Sun., 3pm Age: All ages welcome Admission: FREE and open to the public

Day/Date/Time: Sun., Aug. 25, Noon-5pm Location: Ingraham Park (behind the Morton Civic Center) Admission: FREE

August 30 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Summer Blues Set %OXHVPDQ á&KDLQVDZø 'XSRQW KDV EHHQ D ĹŽ[WXUH RQ WKH &KLFDJR music scene for over 25 years. His Delta-style blues had our theatre rockin’ last summer for what was arguably the “bestâ€? concert of 2012. Back by popular demand, FJT proudly presents the gifted, brilliant and hardest working bluesman in the country: Chainsaw Dupont! 7LFNHWV JR RQ VDOH -XQH %R[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV Center, Mon.-Fri., 10am-4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260. Location: The Theatre at Noyes Cultural Arts Center Day/Date/Time: Fri., Aug. 30 at 7pm Age: Adult Admission: $15 at the door or $12 in advance

August 31 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Gospel Music Celebration and The Women of Gospel Music This celebration of gospel music will again showcase Evanston’s most talented gospel musicians and singers and be conducted by Reverend Kenneth Cherry. Last year, the concert sold out! Tickets JR RQ VDOH -XQH %R[ RĹ?FH DW 1R\HV &HQWHU 0RQ )UL DP 4:30pm in person or call 847/448-8260.

Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 7:30am–1:00pm May 4-Nov. 2, Intersection of University Place & Oak Ave. Enjoy the bounty of over 50 Midwest farmers! Home Grown $UWLVWV DUW VDOHV IRRG GHPRV DQG WDVWLQJV 1RW IRU 3URŎW Day on Sept. 7; Fall Fest on Oct. 26. cityofevanston.org/market or 847/448-8045

New Mid-week Market

Changes are in the works! This spring, visit cityofevanston. org/market for details.

Ridgeville Farmers’ Market

Wednesdays, 3:30–7:00pm June 5-Oct. 9, Intersection of Ridge Ave. & South Blvd.; Michael Miro, Market Manager, 847/869-5640

West End Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8:30am–3:00pm June 8–Oct. 26 Intersection of Church St. and Dodge Ave.

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Opera Field Trip New! for Teens and Tweens: “Oklahoma” This spring, the Evanston Cultural Arts Division has a very limited opportunity to go to the LYRIC OPERA of Chicago for Youth Performances of Oklahoma (note: this is a school-time performance suitable for homeschoolers). Teens and tweens will travel from Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St., to the Lyric Opera House and return to Robert Crown Center. Note: the bus departs promptly at 11am. 847/448-8260. Age: 10-18 yrs. Fee: $20; box lunch available for add’l $10 Class # Date Day Time 912001A3 May 7 Tu 11am-TBA

Home School Historical Immersions We’re back on a new day with more of our popular visits to other times. Homeschoolers dress up, cook and discuss the ideas and arts of other eras. Sign up by the month; single day drop-ins may be possible. No class March 29. 847/448-8260. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 8-13 yrs. Fee: $48 R/$52 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time The 60s 912601A3 Mar 8-Apr 5 F 10am-noon Egypt: Both Kingdoms 912601B3 Apr 12-May 3

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Mom and Tot Morning Movers Let’s get going! Drawing on yoga, creative movement, dance and Laban® movement concepts, caregivers and tots together will explore how their bodies and the world work. No class March 27. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 18-36 mo. plus caregiver Fee per mom/tot couple: $65 R/$70 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 941601B3 Jan 23-Feb 27 W 10-10:45am 911601B3 Mar 6-Apr 17 W 10-10:45am

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School’s Out Arts Camp School’s out, so Arts Camp is in. The theme for the day is Pulaski –just who is this fellow and why do we celebrate a holiday in his name? We’ll explore the subject through art, history and literature, and maybe run around and re-enact! We’ll also cook Colonial food and create crafts. Feel free to arrive in Colonial garb! Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee: $40 R/$52 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 912203A3 Mar 4 M 9am-2pm

Youth Pottery +DYH \RX HYHU VTXHH]HG ZHW FOD\ WKURXJK \RXU ŎQJHUV" 'R \RX want to turn your idea for a sculpture into a real piece of art? Students expand their imagination as they create clay sculptures, elbow pots, coils and more. No class March 25, 27. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-13 yrs. Fee, 8-week March class: $68 R/$78 NR; Fee, 7-week April class: $59 R/$69 NR; Fee: 5-week June class: $42 R/$48 NR Class # Dates Days Time 212602A3 Mar 18-May 13 M 4-5pm 212602B3 Mar 20-May 15 W 4-5pm 222602A3 June 3-July 1 M 5-6pm


Family Clay Class A child and parent work as a team to create clay pieces that they’ll always treasure. Please register as a team of two only. Enrollment is limited to six teams, which ensures individualized instruction. No classes March 25, 27. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Grade K & up with an adult Fee, 8-week Mon. March class: $62 R/$73 NR. Fee, 7 weeks: $53 R/$63 NR Class # Dates Days Time 212604A3 Mar 18-May 13 M 6-6:45pm 212604B3 Mar 20-May 15 W 6-6:45pm 222601A3 June 3-July 15 M 6-6:45pm

The Artist in Me Young artists will feel more free as they express themselves through various art media. It's also a great way to make new friends while learning about art. At the end of the session, an art show displays each child’s progress for family and friends. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 8-10 yrs. Fee: $35 R/$40 NR Drop-in Fee: $10 Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 422602A3 June 13-Aug 2 Th 1-2pm

Beginning Cartooning Your child will learn the fundamentals of drawing in this fun, interactive class, which includes detailed coverage of pen and ink and cartooning techniques. If your child loves to doodle, sign up early, as space is limited. The class can be taught in English and Spanish. No class March 28. Instructor: Martin Mancera Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 7-13 yrs. Fee: $55 R/$60 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 412604A3 Mar 7-May 2 Th 5-6:30pm

Mother’s Day Craft Gift-Making Workshop The best gifts you receive are the ones made by your child! Drop RĹ? \RXU FKLOG IRU DQ DIWHUQRRQ WR PDNH D VSHFLDO JLIWòRQH WKDW you can cherish for years. Children can choose from that perfect beaded necklace, a special dessert, or a gift to be announced (call for an update). Please only register with Fleetwood-Jourdain &HQWHU VWDĹ? LQ SHUVRQ RU E\ FDOOLQJ

Art & Adventure (Parent/child class) Support your child’s creativity in an open, playful atmosphere with adventurous use of materials. Led by Jan Ellenstein. Follow your child on his/her artistic path. 847/475-0390; openstudioproject.org Sponsored by: Open Studio Project Location: 903 Sherman Ave. Age: 2-5 yrs. with a parent Fee: Visit our website for class registration and fee info. Dates Days Time Mar 5-Apr 23 Tu 10-11am Mar 6-Apr 24 W 10-11am Apr 30-June 4 Tu 10-11am May 1-June 5 W 10-11am June 18-Aug 6 Tu 10-11am June 19-Aug 7 W 10-11am

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Woodcarving New this spring!

Ceramics/Pottery

Learn techniques to make wonderful carvings in wood. The instructor has over 30 years’ experience carving. Fee includes material and use of carving tools. No class July 4.

Choose from a variety of greenware or learn how to hand-build and let your imagination run free. You also can learn to use the pottery wheel and our new slab roller. Fee includes instruction, ĹŽULQJ DQG VXSSOLHV 6WXGLR WLPH DYDLODEOH IRU FODVV PHPEHUV DW QR add'l fee. No class Sept. 3.

Instructor: Bernard Gordon Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $40, Levy member; $45 R/$50 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 513127A3 Mar 7-Apr 25 Th 7-9pm 513127B3 May 2-June 20 Th 7-9pm 523106A3 June 27-Aug 22 Th 7-9pm 523106B3 Aug 29-Oct 24 Th 7-9pm

Beading/Bead Jewelry Making This fundamental course focuses on bead varieties, their colors, shapes and sizes, and how these function in the project design. You'll learn to choose the best components to ensure the best results and beading techniques, such as stringing, stitching and ZHDYLQJ <RX PD\ EX\ D EDVLF NLW DW WKH ĹŽUVW FODVV Instructor: Malgorzata Jankiewicz Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $56; Levy member; $66, nonmember Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514175A3 Mar 19-May 7 Tu 10am-Noon 524146A3 May 28-July 16 Tu 10am-Noon 524146B3 Aug 6-Sept. 24 Tu 10am-Noon

Jewelry Making Come explore the art of jewelry making, ranging from glass to ceramic pieces. You will learn how to make beautiful pieces, such as broaches, necklaces and bracelets, which you will be proud to wear or give as gifts. Fee includes some materials and assembly RI ĹŽQLVKHG SLHFHV 1R FODVV -XO\ Instructor: Janice Wojciechowski Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $58, Levy member; $68, nonmember Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 514174A3 Apr 3-May 22 W 1-3pm 514174B3 Apr 4-May 23 Th 10am-Noon 524148A3 June 12-July 31 W 1-3pm 524148B3 June 13-Aug. 1 Th 10am-Noon 524148C3 Aug. 21-Oct. 9 W 1-3pm 524148D3 Aug 22-Oct 10 Th 10am-Noon

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Instructor: Janice Wojciechowski Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $72, Levy member: $82, nonmember Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514606A3 Apr 1-May 20 M 9:30am-12:30pm 524603A3 June 10-July 29 M 9:30am-12:30pm 524603B3 Aug 19-Oct 14 M 9:30am-12:30pm

Adult Drawing and Painting Beginning/Advanced (two instructors) students draw and paint IURP VWLOO OLIH VRPH ĹŽJXUH ODQGVFDSH XVLQJ FKDUFRDO FRORUHG pencil, ink, pastel and watercolor. 847/864-2897 Instructors: Elise and Jack Lerman Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St., Studio 211 Age: Adult Fee: $17 per session Length: Ongoing Date Beg. Days Time Ongoing F 10am-1pm Ongoing Sa 10am-1pm Ongoing Sa 1:30-4:30pm

Adult Pottery You’ll make sculptures, pots, plates and other items by handbuilding and using the wheel. Make delightful gifts or create VRPHWKLQJ IRU \RXUVHOI )HH LQFOXGHV DOO PDWHULDOV DQG ŎULQJV No class March 25, 27. Instructors: Monday, Kathy Gemperle; Wednesday, Carol Beaver Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. & up Fee: $87 R/$92 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 213619A3 Mar 11-May 6 M 7-9pm 213619B3 Mar 13-May 8 W 7-9pm 223603A3 June 3-July 22 M 7-9pm 223603B3 June 5-July 24 W 7-9pm

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Do you love your school? I want my child to be happy, to be known, to have friends, and to be excited to go to school every morning. I want my child to learn in a kind, positive environment where individuality and character aren’t just buzzwords. I want my school to help me give my child the best possible foundation for the future. I want to love my school. That’s why my child goes to Roycemore.

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Call Amanda at 847-866-6055 for a personal tour o f o u r n e w ho m e at 1 2 0 0 D av i s S tr e e t i n E v a n st on .

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Developing Dance From Within Classes for Girls and Boys: ballet jazz modern tap creative movement

contemporary musical theatre hip hop MoPeD creative ballet

check web for class schedule 915 Foster Street, Evanston fosterdance.com / 847.864.1877 info@fosterdance.com

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Creative Movement Children are introduced to the wonderful world of dance through enjoyable exercise, dance movement, games, music and creative fun. The fundamentals incorporate both body and spatial awareness, with emphasis on developing rhythm and coordination. Personal musical self-expression is enhanced by exposure to classical and contemporary music, as well as popular children’s songs of today. A minimal introduction to ballet and its terminology is included. Leotards, tights and ballet slippers are required. No class July 6. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee, 6-session April class: $54 R/$62 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $90 R/$102 NR Class # Dates Day Time 211108A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 9-9:45am 221110A3 June 1-Aug 10 Sa 9-9:45am

Pre-Ballet Young children enjoy exploring the beauty of ballet. Dancers gain SRLVH JUDFH VHOI FRQĹŽGHQFH DQG DJLOLW\ LQ WKLV H[FLWLQJ GDQFH experience. Dance fundamentals are emphasized and stretching, warm-ups, and an introduction to “dance class etiquetteâ€? are LQFOXGHG 7KLV LQWURGXFWRU\ FODVV SURYLGHV D FRQĹŽGHQW WUDQVLWLRQ to more formal advanced ballet training. Leotards, tights and ballet slippers are required. No class July 6. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-6 yrs. Fee, 6-session April class: $54 R/$62 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $90 R/$102 NR Class # Dates Day Time 212623B3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 9:45-10:30am 222606A3 June 1-Aug 10 Sa 9:45-10:30am

Beginning Ballet Classical ballet is the foundation of all dances. We emphasize the fundamentals, ballet techniques/terminology, body SODFHPHQW SRVLWLRQV VWHSV DQG EDUUH DQG FHQWHU Ĺ?RRU ZRUN Dance combinations, turns and jumps, as well as warm-ups, stretching and controlled exercises are included. Other important aspects are personal projection, stage presence and performing techniques. Leotards, tights and ballet slippers are required. No class July 6. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 7-12 yrs. Fee, 6-session April class: $54 R/$62 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $90 R/$102 NR Class # Dates Day Time 212612A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 10:30-11:15am 222607A3 June 1-Aug 10 Sa 10:30-11:15am

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Groove Your Imagination Young children explore dancing by exploring basic creative movements and dramatic play! Movements include basic ballet and hip-hop, as well as dancing to interesting beats such as African and salsa. Pretend-time might include grooving in a makebelieve jungle and using props such as hoops. Boys and girls also will have fun learning to play various percussion instruments. Instructor: Marcus Brown Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-7 yrs. Fee: $40 R/$44 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 212655A3 Apr 2-23 Tu 4:15-5:30pm 212655B3 May 7-28 Tu 4:15-5:30pm

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Beginning Tap

Ballroom Dance for Seniors

Got rhythm? Tap is a uniquely rhythm-based art form that teaches music, as well as dance. Students will learn basic steps in both classes and modern styles of tap. This class focuses on footwork, making rhythm, and why tap-tap-tapping your feet is so much fun! No class July 6.

This class introduces you to ballroom dance fundamentals of the waltz, tango, foxtrot, rumba, cha cha and swing. Emphasis is given to hearing music, translating into proper, healthy, safe PRYHPHQW JRRG SDUWQHULQJ GDQFH Ĺ?RRU HWLTXHWWH DQG PRVW importantly, joy and delight in moving to music. Dances listed DERYH ZLOO EH WKH IRFXV EXW VSHFLĹŽFV RI ZKDW LV WDXJKW ZLOO EH tailored to the individuals present. This is a great way to exercise without feeling like you are exercising. Time will be provided for practice and personal attention to each member to ensure a thorough understanding of the lesson taught.

Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6 yrs. & older Fee, 6-session April class: $54 R/62 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $90 R/$102 NR Class # Dates Days Time 212112A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 1:15-2pm 222107A3 June 1-Aug 10 Sa 1:15-2pm

Beginning Jazz Jazz is an energetic and varied form of dance. This class provides technical dance training with a lot of fun! Students gain a solid foundation of movement coming from a ballet core background and expand to include isolations, combinations and lots of style. No class July 6. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6 yrs. & older Fee, 6-session April class: $54 R/62/NR Fee, 10-session June class: $90 R/$102/NR Class # Dates Day Time 212112A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 12:30-1:15pm 222106A3 June 1-Aug 10 Sa 12:30-1:15pm

Dance Party Plus Hip-hop dance is a wonderful form of exercise. Beginners and experienced dancers learn about body awareness and healthy movement, all set to age-appropriate music. A healthy snack will be served to help you meet your child's wellness goals. Instructor: Marcus Brown Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Varies; see below Fee: $50 R/$58 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Date Days Time 212114A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 2-2:45pm 212114B3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 3-4pm 212114C3 Apr 8-May13 M 4-5pm 212114D3 Apr 8-May 13 M 5-6pm

Instructor: Tim Place Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $60, Levy member; $70, nonmember Length: 6 sessions Class # Date Day Time 514113A3 Apr 3-May 8 W 12:30-2pm 524128A3 June 5-July 10 W 12:30-2pm

Square Dance Swing your partner and do-si-do! Come learn the basics of square dancing, which is a great way to exercise, have fun and stimulate \RXU EUDLQ DW WKH VDPH WLPH 7KH ĹŽUVW KRXU RI FODVV ZLOO EH IRU new students and students who want to dance without learning a lot of calls. The second hour is designed for participants who want something more and want to perfect the more complex, mainstream calls. Instructor: Arlene Kaspik Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $50, Levy member; $60, nonmember Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524145A3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 10:30am-12:30pm

Beginning Swing Dance Age 5-7 8-12 8-12 13-16

Dance is My Everything (D.I.M.E.) After warm-up stretching, dancers learn basic ballet, hip-hop and SRS ORFNLQJ PRYHV FXOWXUDO GDQFHV J\PQDVWLF Ĺ?LSV DQG WULFNV You’ll make simple costumes, use props, learn to play simple instruments and sing along to your movement. No class May 1. Instructor: Marcus Brown Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 8-12 yrs. Fee: $50 R/$55 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 212656A3 Apr 17-May 22 W 4:15-5:30pm

<RXĂľOO EH VZLQJLQJ RQ WKH GDQFH Ĺ?RRU DIWHU ZH LQWURGXFH \RX to swing dances from East Coast to West Coast, Charleston to Lindy Hop. Come learn swing basics, underarm turns, waist rolls, sweetheart and peek-a-boo; Charleston basics for solos or partners; and lindy hop kick basics. Singles or couples are welcome! No class July 3. Instructor: Michelle Van Der Karr Age: 18 yrs. & up Location: Robert Crown Community Center Fee, 6-week April class: $70 R/$75 NR Fee, 10-week June class: $116 R/$125 NR Class # Dates Days Time 213621A3 Apr 4-May 9 Th 7-8pm 223607A3 June 5-Aug 7 W 7-8pm

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Dance/Performing Arts

Performing Arts

Salsa Dancing

Audition Boot Camp

Come learn the major styles of salsa, including specially-selected steps, turns and combinations from New York, Miami, and Chicago. Singles or couples welcome! No class July 4.

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Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. & up Fee, 6-session April class: $70 R/$75 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $116 R/$125 NR Class # Dates Days Time 213604A3 Apr 4-May 9 Th 8:15-9:15pm 223102A3 June 5-Aug 7 W 8:15-9:15pm

Ballroom Dance Is there a wedding, class reunion or social event on your 2013 FDOHQGDU" <RX FDQ EH SDUW RI WKH DFWLRQ RQ WKH GDQFH Ĺ?RRU LI \RX sign up for this fun class. You’ll learn how to move in a dancer’s line of direction, how to lead or follow, and how to blend patterns. Singles or couples are welcome.

Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 9-15 yrs. Fee: $130 R/$150 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 912602A3 Apr 6-27 Sa 1-3pm

Muse of Fire Theatre Company Auditions

Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. & up Fee, 7-session April class: $82 R/$88 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $116 R/$125 NR Class # Dates Day Time 213603A3 Apr 1-May 13 M 7-8pm 223101A3 June 3-Aug 5 M 7-8pm

Auditions for The Taming of the Shrew, by William Shakespeare and directed by Jemma Alix Levy, will take place from 10am-5pm on April 6 and 7 at a location TBA. The part of Kate has already been cast. For all other roles, please request a 10-minute audition slot by e-mailing PXVHRĹ?UH VKUHZ#JPDLO FRP Please prepare a 2-minute verse monologue. We strongly encourage actors of color to audition. See pg 21 for performance information.

Ballroom Dance II

Acting Mini-Camps

This class is for people who already have taken at least one ballroom dance class and would like to learn beginning/ intermediate-level to intermediate-level steps.

Spend your summer with Mudlark Theater Company. Summer FDPS RĹ?HULQJV LQFOXGH $FWLQJ DQG ,PSURY 6NHWFK &RPHG\ %DVK Write it, Perform it, Scene Study, Mudlarkian Longform, Adapt Anything, and Drama Camp. Visit mudlarktheater.org for details.

Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. & up Fee, 7-session April class: $82 R/$88 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $116 R/$125 NR Class # Dates Day Time 213605A3 Apr 1-May 13 M 8:15-9:15pm 223105A3 June 3-Aug 5 M 8:15-9:15pm

Instructor: Varies Sponsored by: Mudlark Theater Company Location: 1417 Hinman Ave. Age: 8-14 yrs. Fee: $100-$375 Length: 1-4 weeks Days/Dates/Times: Visit web site

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A wide range of summer camps for preschoolers through teens DUH RĹ?HUHG E\ WKH &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ V &XOWXUDO $UWV 'LYLVLRQ /HDUQ about knights, pirates, steampunk, media, writing and more! For details, visit cityofevanston.org/summercamps


West African Rhythms Drum Circle New Times! Join Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and West African Drummer Tony Toneji Garrett for the experience of a lifetime. You will feel the power of drumming! West African rhythms are taught in an easyto-follow method and then played by participants. The experience of creating multi-layered beats and rhythms in a community setting helps develop unity. Drumming also has been shown to reduce stress. No experience needed; bring a drum or borrow one when you arrive. This program is open to the public. Donations will be accepted to help support future Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre programming. For program info., call Tony Toneji Garrett at 847/978-0838. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Room 223 Age: All ages Fee: Donations accepted Length: Ongoing Day/Dates/Time: First Sunday of the month, Noon-2pm

Improvisational Acting Workshop for Playwrights New! As part of the Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Writing Series, awardwinning Chicago Dramatists resident playwright and veteran actor Tania Richard is combining the acting discipline of improvisation and playwriting to help writers expand their knowledge of story, scene structure, character and dialogue. No acting experience needed. This unique workshop is sure to become a favorite with writers on all levels and it perfectly complements her playwriting workshops; only 10 spaces are available.

Catch the hottest ticket in town! FJT PrimeTime Players Senior Citizen Drama Club provides seniors who have an interest in theatre and socialization the opportunity to participate in ĹŽHOG WULSV DQG WKHDWUH JDPHV H[SORUH WKH FULWLFDO DUW IRUPV RI playwriting, play and character analysis; learn from visiting actors, directors, playwrights, set, lighting and costume designers, producers, critics and more. The Senior Drama Club meets on an ongoing basis from 11am to noon every other Wednesday at Fleetwood-Jourdain Community &HQWHU 7KH SURJUDP LV IUHH EXW IHHV DSSO\ IRU ĹŽHOG WULSV DQG outside activities. For more info. visit cityofevanston.org/ fjtheatre or call 847/448-8260. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre

Teen Drama Club Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre has organized a Teen Drama Club for students who are interested in theatre and music. The club is now collaborating with several performing artists to explore the many areas of performing arts, including bluesman David Dupont, opera singer Kathryn A. Taylor, pianist Joey Conway, awardwinning actress Jacqueline Williams and playwright Tania Richard. The club meets on an ongoing basis during the school year. 7KH SURJUDP LV IUHH EXW IHHV DSSO\ IRU ĹŽHOG WULSV DQG RXWVLGH activities. For more info., visit cityofevanston.org/fjtheatre. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: Grades 8-12 Day/Time: Mondays, 5-6pm

Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$100 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413106A3 Mar 23-Apr 13 Sa 10am-Noon

Playwriting Workshop for Adults III As part of the Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Writing Series, and back by popular demand, Chicago Dramatists resident playwright Tania Richard’s workshop will nurture and inspire the creative VSLULW ZKLOH GHŎQLQJ D ZULWHUþV SHUVRQD DQG PLVVLRQ 6KH ZLOO motivate and guide you through a series of exercises that will KRQH DQG UHŎQH \RXU ZULWLQJ VNLOOV QXUWXUH ZRUNV DOUHDG\ LQ process or prompt ideas for new material. Students will leave with a variety of ways to access their own creativity and develop skills to stay in the creative process. Only 10 spaces are available. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$100 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413601A3 Apr 20-May 11 Sa 10am-Noon

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YSTEP–Youth & Senior Theatre Ensemble Project Fleetwood-Jourdain Center is teaming up again with YSTEP, the Youth and Senior Theatre Ensemble Project. This amazing program, facilitated by Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre’s artistic director Tim Rhoze, has been a tremendous success! This exciting intergenerational program allows teens and older adults to share life stories and then write and present a dramatic reading of the original short one-act play that they developed over a four-week period. The mission is to strengthen the community by bridging the gap between generations through theatre, communication and mutual respect. Meals for the program are provided by Hecky Powell's restaurant, Hecky’s. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 12-19 yrs. and adults age 55 & up Fee: FREE Length: 8 sessions (4 weeks) Dates Days Time Apr 3-26 W, F 5-6pm

Shake the ShakesFEAR Shakespearean Book Club New! Presented by Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Muse of Fire Theatre Company Would you like to learn more about Shakespeare's work? Muse of Fire Theatre Company’s critically acclaimed artistic director Jemma Alix Levy will lead a small group of Shakespeare enthusiasts through four of the Bard’s plays: a tragedy, a comedy, a history and a “problemâ€? play. This unique club is for adults who look forward to increasing their knowledge of the brilliant works RI :LOOLDP 6KDNHVSHDUH WDXJKW E\ D WUXH DĹŽFLRQDGR *URXS VL]H LV very limited! Questions? Call Ms. Levy at 847/707-8632. Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre & Muse of Fire Theatre Co. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$100 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413107A3 Apr 13-May 4 Sa 2-4pm

Adult Acting–Scene and Monologue Study

Beginning Blues Guitar Lessons with legendary blues recording artist Chainsaw Dupont Don’t waste another day. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn the basics of playing and singing blues music IURP D WUXH EOXHV PDVWHU 7KLV FODVV RĹ?HUV HYHU\WKLQJ \RX QHHG WR EHJLQ \RXU MRXUQH\ WR WUXH PXVLFDO HQMR\PHQW 'XVW RĹ? \RXU ROG axe or hustle to Guitar Works for a discount of up to 10% on a new one and "Let the Good Times Roll!" Class limited to 8 students. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $200 R/$250 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413109A3 Mar 26-May 28 Tu 5-6pm

Intermediate & Advanced Blues Guitar Lessons New! With legendary blues recording artist Chainsaw Dupont You have a Fender, some skills and you really have the desire. 1RZ DOO \RX QHHG LV ŎQH WXQLQJ VR \RX FDQ SOD\ WKH EOXHV OLFNV WKH way you've always dreamed you could. Bring your axe and we’ll provide the amp. A lucky few will experience blues guitar lessons with one of the best Delta bluesmen around. . .Chainsaw Dupont! Class size is strictly limited to six.

Students from our popular Adult Acting Workshop requested more workshops. We're adding two acting workshops: Scene Work and Monologue Work. These workshops are taught by Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre's Artistic Director, Tim Rhoze, and a variety of casting directors, directors and actors. Class sizes are extremely limited and a meeting with Mr. Rhoze is required prior to acceptance into the workshops.

Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $200 R/$250 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413110A3 Mar 28-May 30 Th 5-6pm

Presented by: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223 Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$100 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 413108A3 April 6-27 Sa 8-9:30am

Free Activities for Teens & Young Adults

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The Mayor's Super Summer Recreation Program will include free concerts, beach passes, ice-skating sessions, open gym times, roller skating, a talent show and performing arts activities. Visit youngevanston.com for details!


The Actors Gymnasium

The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts School Located at The Noyes Cultural Art Center 927 Noyes St., Room 104 847/328-2795 actorsgymnasium.com 7KH $FWRUV *\PQDVLXP &LUFXV DQG 3HUIRUPLQJ $UWV 6FKRRO RĹ?HUV classes for adults and children including aerial arts, circus arts, contortion, gymnastics, stage combat, acting, singing, dancing and more! All classes are taught by professional performers with extensive teaching backgrounds. Registration available online only. Other classes include Contortion, Kids Circus, Musical Theatre, Parkour, Physical Theatre and Gymnastics! RĹ? ZLWK FRGH $UWVDQGUHF 2013 Session Dates* Winter II: Jan 28-Apr 7 (No class Mar 25-31); Spring: Apr 8-June 16 (No class May 27); Summer: June 17-Aug 9 (Abbrev. class listings; no class July 4); Fall: Sept 3-Nov 10; Winter I: Nov 11-Jan 26.

Adult Circus & Aerial Arts

* Students can join a class at a prorated rate at any time if space is available. All dates, prices and schedules are subject to change.

Popular circus skills–aerial and ground– taught by leading SURIHVVLRQDOV LQ WKH ŎHOG 7UDSH]H XQLF\FOLQJ MXJJOLQJ WLJKWZLUH stilts, contortion, gymnastics and more!

Imaginastics

Instructors: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi, Nathan Drackett, Jill Heyser; Mandi Martens Age: Adult Fee: $178-$248 Length: 8-10 weeks Days Time Class M 6-7:30pm Circus Arts, Level II M 7:30-8:30pm Beg./Int. Aerial Arts M 8:30-9:45pm Gymnastics Tu 6:45-7:45pm Beg. Aerial Arts W 6-7:30pm Circus Arts, Level I W 7:30-8:30pm Int. Aerial Arts Th 6-7:30pm Contortion F 2-3pm Beg. Aerial Arts Sa Noon-1pm Beginning Aerial Arts

Imaginastics focuses on gymnastics and tumbling and, using those skills, explores theatrical expression. Instructors: Mandi Martens and Britta Rowings Age: Varies; see below Fee: $162-$178 Length: 8-10 weeks Days Time Age Th 1:30-2:10pm 4-5 yrs. F 1:15-1:55pm 4-5 yrs. Tu 4-5pm 5-7 yrs. Sa 11am-Noon 5-7 yrs.

Adult Circus Fitness 'HYHORS VWUHQJWK DQG Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ LQ WKLV XQLTXH ĹŽWQHVV FODVV Trapeze, Spanish web, and silks are among the circus apparatus used to provide an amazing workout. Instructor: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi Age: Adult Fee: $178 Length: 8-10 weeks Day Time Age F 9:45-10:45am Adult

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Parent-Tot classes Both Parent-tot classes emphasize the creative connection between parent and toddler. Learn basic skills in a safe, LPDJLQDWLYH HQYLURQPHQW WKDW EHQHĹŽWV SDUHQW DQG FKLOG DOLNH Instructors: Mandi Martens and Britta Rowings Age: 2-4 yrs. and parents Fee: $160-$178 Length: 8-10 weeks Days Time Class Th 9:30-10:10am Parent-Tot Circus F 10:50-11:30am Parent-Tot Gymnastics Sa 10:15-10:55am Parent-Tot Circus

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Arts Dance Center Evanston Director: BĂŠa Rashid 1934 Dempster St. 847/328-6683 dancecenterevanston.com

Dance Center Evanston specializes in training the young dancer in a challenging atmosphere of professionalism, while keeping the process encouraging, creative and fun. Director BĂŠa Rashid has established a program which progresses from pre-school age classes all the way through to teens and adults. Please call for a schedule of days and times.

Mini Camps Mini Camp takes the young dancer through an exciting narrative DGYHQWXUH ,QVSLUHG E\ D GLĹ?HUHQW FRQFHSW HDFK ZHHN WKH GDQFHUV build their own production using choreography, music, dramatic storytelling, set and costume design. There is a dance class every day, and each week culminates in a show for family and friends. &DPSV ĹŽOO TXLFNO\ VR UHJLVWHU VRRQ IRU RU ZHHNV

Dance Center Evanston

Academy Prep Dance Intensive This exciting intensive challenges serious dancers to strengthen DQG UHĹŽQH WKHLU WHFKQLTXH GXULQJ VXPPHU YDFDWLRQ &ODVVHV ZLOO EH RĹ?HUHG DW WZR OHYHOV DQG ZLOO LQFOXGH %DOOHW 3RLQWH RU 3RLQWH Prep, Modern, Jazz, Musical Theater, and Strength and Flexibility. Dancers who participate in all three weeks will be part of the Academy Prep Performing Company, and will have a new piece of choreography set on them by Mike Gosney, Director of Elements Contemporary Ballet. Instructors: Dance Center Evanston Academy-level teachers Ages: \UV XS ZLWK VLJQLĹŽFDQW GDQFH H[SHULHQFH Fees: Call for brochure Dates Days Time: June 24-July 11 M-Th 9:15am-2pm (Week of July 1: M, Tu, W, F)

Partnering Workshop Students learn the art of Ballet Partnering, including balances, turns, jumps, and lifts. Professional male dancers will be on hand to assist students as they practice their technique. This workshop has two levels, and is perfect for both beginning and advanced partnering students.

Instructors: Assoc. Director Allison Volkers; DCE faculty member Wendy Park Ages: 6-8 yrs. (ages as of 9/1/13) Fees: Call for brochure Dates: Weeks of June 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22, 29 Days/Times: M-F, 9:30am-Noon

Instructor: Mike Gosney (Director of Elements Contemporary Ballet, DCE Academy level teacher) Ages: \UV XS ZLWK VLJQLĹŽFDQW GDQFH H[SHULHQFH Fees: Call for brochure Dates Days Times June 17-21 M-F TBA

Summer Dance Theater

Tippy Toes, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz

Join this ensemble of young artists and use dance, music, and theater to collaborate in the creation of an exciting, original production based on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Morning technique classes in ballet, modern, jazz, and hip hop prepare dancers for afternoons spent in theater games, choreography, and rehearsal. Dancers will develop an original dance and theater SURGXFWLRQ WR VKDUH LQ D ĹŽQDO SHUIRUPDQFH Instructors: Associate Director Allison Volkers; DCE faculty member Calyn Guberman; guest teachers Ages: 8-12 yrs. (ages as of 9/1/13) Fees: Call for brochure Dates Days Times July 15-Aug 2 M-F 8:45am-3pm

Come try one of our exciting classes taught by professionals who make dance challenging and fun. A variety of levels and times make summer a great opportunity to try something new or strengthen technique. Instructors: 'DQFH &HQWHU (YDQVWRQ VWDĹ? Age: 3-19 yrs. Fee: varies Length: 6 weeks Dates: June 22-Aug. 2

Dance for Adults, too! Life is a dance...live a little! Classes are available for beginners and continuing adult dancers. Styles taught include ballet, tap, and jazz. All classes are taught by professional teachers in an encouraging environment. Instructors: 'DQFH &HQWHU (YDQVWRQ VWDĹ? Age: Adult Fee: varies Length: 6 weeks Dates: June 22-Aug. 2

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Arts

Music

Music and Movement Wiggleworms Let’s play music! Children and grown-ups sing, dance, play and learn! The class is led by guitar, voice, and other instruments. Sibling Wiggleworms, too! 773/728-6000; oldtownschool.org/ wiggleworms Instructors: Michael (M); Shanta (Tu); Diana (W); John (Th); Shanta (F); and Linda (Sa) Sponsored by: Old Town School of Folk Music Location: St. Matthew’s Church, 2120 Lincoln St. Age: Newborn to 4 yrs. Fee: $130 Length: 8 weeks Days/Dates: Mon.-Sat., Apr. 28-June 22; June 24-Aug17 Times: 45-minute classes; 9am-1pm

Everybody Move, Inc. (YHU\ERG\ 0RYH ,QF RĹ?HUV D SOD\IXO KRXU ZLWK you and your child featuring autoharp, songs, scarves, balls, hoops, stories, puppets, instruments and free-play on age-appropriate equipment. Everybody Move is the perfect balance between childcentered instruction and supported imaginative play. Also: a wonderful Spanish version of Everybody Move. 773/426-0002 or everybodymoveinc.com Instructors: Celeste Cifala Roy, Karen Girolami Callam Sponsored by: Everybody Move, Inc. Location: Dance Center Evanston, 1934 Dempster (@ Dodge) & Foster Dance Studio, 915 Foster (call 847/864-1877 for details) Age: 6 mo.-4 yrs. Length: 11 weeks Dates: Mar 5-May 29; Summer session, June 11-July 31 Date Beg. Days Time Age March 5 Tu 9:15-10:15am 12-20 mo March 5 Tu 10:15-11:15am 20-28 mo. March 5 Tu 11:15am-12:15pm 6-12 mo. March 6 W 9:15-10:15am 20-28 mo. March 6 W 10:15-11:15am 28-42 mo. March 6 W 11:15am-12:15pm 12-20 mo. March 6 W 12:30-1:30pm Spanish; 6 mo.-4 yr.

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Private Voice * Group Glee Club * Group Classes

Vocal Gymnasium is the voice studio of teacher/style coach Wendy Morgan. Bel Canto & Speech Level singing. Visit www.thevocalgymnasium.com or call 847-769-7476. All levels and styles * Evanston/Wilmette Location * By appointment


Northwestern’s Music Academy 847/467-2698 northwestern.edu/Academy musicacademy@northwestern.edu

NU Music Academy Chorus Join an amateur chamber choir with lofty ambitions. Sing music RI *OLQND 3URNRĹŽHY DQG RWKHU 5XVVLDQ FRPSRVHUV WKLV VSULQJ Collaboration with NU vocal, conducting and orchestra programs!

Northwestern University Music Academy

Instructor: Lyashenko Location: 711 Elgin, Room 109 Age: Adult Fee: $75 Days/Times: Tuesdays, 7-9:15pm Registration: Ongoing

KindermusikÂŽ Adventures Summer Camp!

Continuing Piano for Adults at NU

Come enjoy music this summer with your child at Northwestern. Children sing, play instruments, listen, move, have story time and crafts. Take home a CD and percussion instrument. E-mail Kindermusik@Northwestern.edu or call 847/467-4739. Instructors: Friend and Heineman-Vernon Location: 711 Elgin Age: Age-appropriate classes, infant to 5 yrs. Fee: Varies by class. Length: Visit music.northwestern.edu/Academy for details. Beginning Date: June 8, Saturday a.m. and weekday afternoon to be announced

Beginning Instrumental Study at NU Give your child a great start in piano or strings with professional instructors. Develop solid technique and reading skills while playing fun pieces! Group and private lesson options. Instructors: Various Location: 1818 Hinman Ave. Age: 5-18 yrs. Fee: varies by lesson length Days/Times: To be announced

Continuing Instrumental Study for Children at NU Take your instrument study to the next level! Intermediate and advanced piano and string students study with NU Academy faculty. Rolling enrollment as space is available. Instructors: Various Location: 1818 Hinman Ave. Age: 5-18 yrs. Fee: Varies by lesson length Days/Times: To be announced

9RLFH /HVVRQV DW 18 Classes concentrate on vocal techniques–registers, breathing, range and diction–while improving projection and speaking voices. Private lessons include a variety of motivating repertoire. Instructors: Lyashenko, Ouverson Location: 711 Elgin Age, class: mature adults; Age, private: 12 yrs. and older Fee, class: $305 Fee, private: $480 Days: Weekday afternoons and evenings, to be announced Times: To be announced

Brush up on your skills with other adults interested in music. New students are welcome in classes that meet in NU’s keyboard labs. Private lessons are tailored to meet individual needs, interest. Instructors: Masloski, Kwon, and others. Location: 711 Elgin, 1818 Hinman Age: Adult Fee, classes: $305 Fee, private lessons: vary by lesson length Days: Friday and Saturday mid-day Times: To be announced

Music Classes–All Ages St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Choirs Youth have FUN singing great music and receive superb training in a nurturing environment from noted choral director Andrew Lewis and organist Dr. Christine Kraemer. Choir trebles receive monthly stipend. E-mail choirmaster@stlukesevanston.org; please visit stlukesevanston.org/program.html Sponsored by: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Location: 939 Hinman Ave. Level: Boys & girls, grades 3-12 (grade K-2 training choir) Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing during school year Days/Times, St. Luke’s Choir: Sun., 8:45-11:30am; Mon., 6-7:30pm; Thurs., 7-8:30pm. Days/Times, Training Choir: Th, 4:30-5:15pm & occasional Sun. mornings.

Group Classes: 9RLFH 3HUIRUPLQJ $XGLWLRQ DQG 5HFRUGLQJ The Vocal Gymnasium is the voice studio of teacher/style coach Wendy Morgan. Polish your vocal/performance skills and perform with a band at a public venue; produce/record two songs in recording class; prepare for fall try-outs in audition class. Classes for kids, teens and adults; also Summer Glee Vocal Club. thevocalgymnasium.com; 847/769-7476. Instructor: Wendy Morgan Sponsoring Organization: The Vocal Gymnasium Locations: Noyes Cultural Arts Center and outside locations Fee/Length: Spring & summer classes; see web site or call

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Athletics News & Events Registration: 847/448-8252 Online: cityofevanston.org Call Ray Doerner, Chandler-Newberger Community Center: 847/448-8682 with questions regarding registration/fees. Call E-Town Tennis at 847/498-1360 for info. about program content and levels of play.

General Information 2XU WHQQLV SURJUDPV HPSKDVL]H IXQ ĹŽWQHVV DQG IULHQGVKLS All programs provide a wide variety of instruction, including stroke development, strategy, court positioning, shot selection, footwork and supervised match play. We’re looking forward to a great season with our tennis vendor, E-Town Tennis! All youth and adult classes will be taught by top area tennis professionals. Please make sure you are dressed in appropriate attire for physical activity; every participant must bring a tennis racquet. 4XLFN6WDUW 7HQQLV RĹ?HUV NLGV D FKDQFH WR OHDUQ WHQQLV ZKLOH KDYLQJ fun. The format takes a new and better approach to introducing kids to the game. Tennis balls are bigger and lower in compression and smaller nets are used, which allow for instant success.

Community Tennis Program The City of Evanston has averaged over $1,500 per year in tennis program grants from the United States Tennis Association since 1998. The funding helps support our community tennis program, which provides free and low-cost tennis for Evanston residents. Since 1998, an average of over 200 youth and adults per year have participated in the community tennis program.

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Tennis

Prorating, Rain and Make Up Policies Tennis classes will not be prorated. Those who can’t complete a class due to injury/health reasons may receive a prorated refund after submitting a doctor’s note. Missed classes may be made up by attending an equivalent class within the same session; the instructor PXVW EH QRWLĹŽHG LQ DGYDQFH E\ FDOOLQJ ( 7RZQ 7HQQLV 7R ĹŽQG RXW LI \RXU FODVV KDV EHHQ FDQFHOOHG GXH WR UDLQ FDOO WKH WHQQLV rain hotline at 847/866-8543. If the message is from a earlier time or previous date and it is one hour or less before your class, then your class has not been cancelled. We will always update the hotline at least one hour before the start of a class if it has been cancelled– UNLESS there is sudden bad weather and it occurs less than one hour before your class. In that event, we’ll update it as soon as we make a decision. If your tennis class is rained out, you either may attend an equivalentlevel class within the same session or the instructor will discuss a make-up with the participants at the next class after the rain out. The class will be made up if the majority of the participants agree that they can attend the make-up class at the time that is being RĹ?HUHG %HIRUH DWWHQGLQJ D PDNH XS FODVV SOHDVH FDOO ( 7RZQ 7HQQLV DW WR ĹŽQG RXW ZKLFK FODVVHV DUH DYDLODEOH DQG WR QRWLI\ the instructors. If you are unable to attend a make-up class within the same session, you will be given a credit for the missed class(es), which can be used toward the registration fee for the next tennis session.


Spring Tennis Programs

Spring Outdoor Youth Tennis Classes This program gives youth a solid foundation to maximize tennis improvement and enjoyment. All youth classes will be taught by top area tennis professionals. No program May 25-27.

Adult Indoor Tennis Lessons at ETHS Session III–Adult (age 15+) Registration Deadline: Feb. 28. No class March 31. Fee, 2-hour classes: $188 R/$220 NR; Fee, 60-min. classes: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 6 weeks Class # Dates/Day Time Level 613720A3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 3-4pm Beginner 613720B3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 3-4pm Adv. Beg. 613720C3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 4-6pm Int. 1-2 613720D3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 4-6pm Int. 2-3 613720E3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 4-6pm Int. 3-4 613720F3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 6-7pm Beginner

Session III–Youth (age 4-12) Registration Deadline: Feb. 28. No class March 31. Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 6 weeks Class # Dates/Day Time Level Age 612720A3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 1-2pm QuickStart 1 4-5 612720B3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 2-3pm QuickStart 2 6-7 612720C3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 3-4pm Beginner 7+ 612720D3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 4-5pm QuickStart 2 6-7 612720E3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 5-6pm Adv. Beg.-Int. 1 7+ 612720F3 Mar 3-Apr 14/Su 6-7pm Int. 1+ 7+

ETHS Site Gym 160/170 Gym 160/170 Fieldhouse Fieldhouse Fieldhouse Fieldhouse

FREE Spring Tennis Clinic for All Ages! 7KLV IXQ ĹŽOOHG SURJUDP IRU DOO DJHV DQG SOD\HUV DW DOO WHQQLV OHYHOV RĹ?HUV IUHH WHQQLV LQVWUXFWLRQ DQG JDPHV 7KLV HYHQW NLFNV RĹ? WKH Evanston outdoor tennis season. Location: Leahy Park, Lincoln St. west of Ridge Ave. Age: 4 yrs. & up Fee (registered by April 10): FREE Late registration: $10 R/$20 NR Class # Date/Day Time 612740A3 Apr 13/Sa 9-9:40am 612740B3 Apr 13/Sa 9:40-10:20am 612740C3 Apr 13/Sa 10:20-11am

Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location: Varies; see below Age: 4-12 yrs. Fee, one-hour classes: $78 R/$90 NR; Fee, 90-min. classes: $121 R/$139 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates/Days Time Age Level Site 612741A3 Apr 15-May 20/M 4-5pm 4-5 QuickStart 1 Leahy 612741B3 Apr 15-May 20/M 5-6pm 6-7 QuickStart 2 Leahy 612741C3 Apr 16-May 21/Tu 4-5pm 4-5 QuickStart 1 Crown 612741D3 Apr 16-May 21/Tu 5-6pm 6-7 QuickStart 2 Crown 612741E3 Apr 17-May 22/W 4-5pm 7+ Beginner Leahy 612741F3 Apr 17-May 22/W 5-6pm 7+ Adv. Beg. Leahy 612741G3 Apr 18-May 23/Th 4-5pm 7+ Beginner Crown 612741H3 Apr 18-May 23/Th 5-6pm 7+ Adv. Beg.-Int. I Crown 612741J3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 9-10am 4-5 QuickStart 1 James 612741K3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 10-11am 6-7 QuickStart 2 James 612741L3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 11am-Noon 7+ Beginner James 612741M3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 12-1:30pm 7+ Int. 1+ James 612741N3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 12-1pm 4-5 QuickStart 1 Lovelace 612741P3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 1-2pm 6-7 QuickStart 2 Lovelace 612741R3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 2-3pm 7+ Beginner Lovelace 612741S3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 3-4pm 7+ Adv. Beg.-Int. 1 Lovelace

Spring Outdoor Adult Tennis Classes Our tennis programs are designed to meet the needs of tennis players of all levels! They give players a solid foundation, which helps speed improvement and increase enjoyment of the sport. The programs provide the right balance of a variety of instruction, including stroke development, strategy, court positioning, shot selection, footwork, and supervised match play, so players of HYHU\ OHYHO EHQHĹŽW IURP DQG HQMR\ WKH SURJUDP :H HPSKDVL]H IXQ ĹŽWQHVV DQG IULHQGVKLS 1R SURJUDP 0D\ Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location: Varies; see below Age: 15 yrs. & up Fee: 90-min. classes: $121 R/$139 NR; Fee: 2-hour classes: $161 R/$185 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates/Days Time Level Site 613718A3 Apr 15-May 20/M 6-7:30pm Beginner Leahy 613718B3 Apr 15-May 20/M 7-8:30pm Int. 1-2 Leahy 613718C3 Apr 16-May 21/Tu 6-7:30pm Beginner Crown 613718D3 Apr 16-May 21/Tu 7:30-9pm Int. 2-3 Crown 613718E3 Apr 17-May 22/W 6-7:30pm Int. 3-4 Leahy 613718F3 Apr 17-May 22/W 7:30-9pm Adv. Beg. Leahy 613718G3 Apr 18-May 23/Th 6-7:30pm Int. 1-2 Crown 613718H3 Apr 18-May 23/Th 7:30-9pm Int. 4-Adv. Crown 613718J3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 9-10:30am Beginner James 613718K3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa 10:30am-noon Adv. Beg. James 613718L3 Apr 20-June 1/Sa Noon-1:30pm Int. 1-2 James 613718M3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 12:30-2pm Beginner Lovelace 613718N3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 2-4pm Int. 1-2 Lovelace 613718P3 Apr 21-June 2/Su 2-4pm Int. 3-4 Lovelace

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Private & Semi-Private Tennis Lessons (Age 5+) Private and semi-private tennis instruction is the ultimate way to improve your tennis skills and speed your progress in tennis. Our H[SHULHQFHG VWDĹ? RI 8637$ 375 WHQQLV SURIHVVLRQDOV DUH KHOSIXO NQRZOHGJHDEOH DQG FDULQJ :H ZLOO KHOS \RX ĹŽQG WKH SURSHU instructor to meet your individual needs and goals. Indoor lesson fees include court time at Evanston Township High School (ETHS) and are well below the cost of similar lessons at private clubs and resorts. Indoor private lessons are available on a very limited basis. Sign up early to reserve your space in this program. NOTE: Students who cancel lessons less than 24 hours in advance will not be rescheduled or reimbursed. Instructor: 0DWFKHG WR SOD\HUĂľV VSHFLĹŽF QHHGV DQG UHTXHVWV Age: 5 yrs. & up Skill Level: All Locations: ETHS Fieldhouse, 1600 Dodge Ave., or various outdoor courts 3ULYDWH /HVVRQ ZLWK 6WDĹ? 3URIHVVLRQDO (Ongoing through June 2) Type Class # INDOOR Fee Class # OUTDOOR Fee 1 hour 613721A3 $74 R/$84 NR 613721C3 $65 R/$75 NR 5-hr. pkg. 613721B3 $324 R/$360 NR 613721D3 $286 R/$328 NR Semi-Private Instruction (Ongoing through June 2) Groups range from two to four people. One person registers and supplies the names and addresses of those in the group. The full group fee is due at registration. At least half of the group members must be Evanston residents to receive the resident rate. Note: fee listed is total for group. People Length Class # INDOOR Fee 2 1 hour 613722A3 $79 R/$87 NR 2 5-hour 613722B3 $353 R/$394 NR pkg. 3 1 hour 613722C3 $84 R/$94 NR 3 5-hour 613722D3 $379 R/$425 NR pkg. 4 1 hour 613722E3 $90 R/$99 NR 4 5-hour 613722F3 $405 R/$451 NR pkg.

Class # OUTDOOR Fee 613722G3 $74 R/$84 NR 613722H3 $320 R/$368 NR 613722J3 $79 R/$91 NR 613722K3 $343 R/$394 NR 613722L3 $84 R/$96 NR 613722M3 $369 R/$423 NR

Summer Outdoor Adult Tennis Classes Our 2013 Evanston Tennis Programs have been designed to meet the needs of adult tennis players of all levels! The programs provide the right balance of a variety of instruction, including stroke development, strategy, court positioning, shot selection, footwork, and supervised match play so players of every level EHQHĹŽW IURP DQG HQMR\ WKH SURJUDP 3OHDVH PDNH VXUH \RX DUH dressed in appropriate attire for physical activity and bring a tennis racquet. No program July 4.

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SESSION 1: June and July Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location: Varies, see below Age: 15 yrs. & up Fee, 6-week 90-min. classes: $121 R/$139 NR Fee, 6-week 2-hour classes: $161 R/$185 NR Fee, 5-week Thursday classes: $101 R/$116 NR Registration deadline: June 5 for weekday classes; June 10 for weekend classes. If we don’t have enough registrants by these dates, programs will be cancelled. You may register after these dates if the programs met the minimum on the deadline date. Class # 623702A3 623702B3 623702C3 623702D3 623702E3 623702F3 623702G3 623702H3 623702J3 623702K3 623702L3 Class # 623702M3 623702N3 623702P3

Dates/Days June 10-July 15/M June 10-July 15/M June 11-July 16/Tu June 11-July 16/Tu June 12-July 17/W June 12-July 17/W June 13-July 18/Th June 13-July 18/Th June 15-July 20/Sa June 15-July 20/Sa June 15-July 20/Sa Dates/Days June 16-July 21/Su June 16-July 21/Su June 16-July 21/Su

Time 6-7:30pm 7-8:30pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 9-10:30am 10:30-Noon Noon-1:30pm Time 12:30-2pm 2-4pm 2-4pm

Level Beginner Int. 1-2 Beginner Int. 2-3 Int. 3-4 Adv. Beg. Int. 1-2 Int. 4-Adv. Beginner Adv. Beg. Int. 1-2 Level Beginner Int. 1-2 Int. 3-4

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SESSION 2: July-August Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location: Varies, see below Age: 15 yrs. & up Fee, 6-week weekday classes: $121 R/$139 NR; Fee, 5-week 90min. weekend classes: $101 R/$116 NR; Fee, 2-hr. classes: $135 R/$155 NR Registration deadline: July 17 for weekday classes; July 23 for weekend classes. If we don’t have enough registrants by these dates, programs will be cancelled. You may register after these dates if the programs met the minimum on the deadline date. Class # 623703A3 623703B3 623703C3 623703D3 623703E3 623703F3 623703G3 623703H3 623703J3 623703K3 623703L3 623703M3 623703N3 623703P3

Dates/Days July 22-Aug 26/M July 22-Aug 26/M July 23-Aug 27/Tu July 23-Aug 27/Tu July 24-Aug 28/W July 24-Aug 28/W July 25-Aug 29/Th July 25-Aug 29/Th July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 28-Aug 25/Su July 28-Aug 25/Su July 28-Aug 25/Su

Time 6-7:30pm 7-8:30pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 6-7:30pm 7:30-9pm 9-10:30am 10:30-Noon Noon-1:30pm 12:30-2pm 2-4pm 2-4pm

Level Beginner Int. 1-2 Beginner Int. 2-3 Int. 3-4 Adv. Beg. Int. 1-2 Int. 4-Adv. Beg. Adv. Beg. Int. 1-2 Beginner Int. 1-2 Int. 3-4

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Summer Outdoor Youth Tennis Classes Youth gain a solid foundation, which will maximize tennis improvement and enjoyment. Please make sure children are dressed in appropriate attire for physical activity and bring a tennis racquet. No program July 4.

SESSION 1: June and July Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location and Age: Varies, see below Fee: 6-week Mon., Wed. & weekends: $78 R/$90 NR (1 hour); $121 R/$139 NR (90 min.) Fee: 5-week Thurs. classes: $65 R/$75 NR (1 hour) Registration deadline: June 5 for weekday classes and June 10 for weekend classes. If we don’t have enough registrants by these dates, programs will be cancelled. You may register after these dates if the programs met the minimum on the deadline date.

Class # 622702A3 622702B3 622702C3 622702D3 622702E3 622702F3 622702G3 622702H3 622702J3 622702K3 622702L3 622702M3 622702N3 622702P3 622702R3 622702S3

Dates/Days June 10-July 15/M June 10-July 15/M June 10-July 15/M June 12-July 17/W June 12-July 17/W June 12-July 17/W June 13-July 18/Th June 13-July 18/Th June 15-July 20/Sa June 15-July 20/Sa June 15-July 20/Sa June 15-July 20/Sa June 16-July 21/Su June 16-July 21/Su June 16-July 21/Su June 16-July 21/Su

Time 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 9-10am 10-11am 11am-Noon Noon-1:30pm Noon-1pm 1-2pm 2-3pm 3-4:30pm

Level Age QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7+ QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Adv. Beg. 7+ Beginner 7+ Adv. Beg.-Int. 1 7+ QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7-10 Int. 1+ 7+ QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7+ Adv. Beg. 7+ Int. 1+ 7+

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SESSION 2: July and August Instructors: E-Town Tennis Location and Age: Varies, see below Fee, 6-week weekday classes: $78 R/$90 NR; Fee, 5-week weekend classes: $65 R/$75 NR (1 hr.); $101 R/$116 NR (90 min.) Registration deadline: July 18 for weekday classes and July 24 for weekend classes. If we don’t have enough registrants by these dates, programs will be cancelled. You may register after these dates if the programs met the minimum on the deadline date. Class # 622703A3 622703B3 622703C3 622703D3 622703E3 622703F3 622703G3 622703H3 622703J3 622703K3 622703L3 622703M3 622703N3 622703P3 622703R3 622703S3

Dates/Days July 22-Aug 26/M July 22-Aug 26/M July 22-Aug 26/M July 24-Aug 28/W July 24-Aug 28/W July 24-Aug 28/W July 25-Aug 29/Th July 25-Aug 29/Th July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 27-Aug 24/Sa July 28-Aug 25/Su July 28-Aug 25/Su July 28-Aug 25/Su July 28-Aug 25/Su

Time 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 3-4pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 4-5pm 5-6pm 9-10am 10-11am 11am-Noon Noon-1:30pm Noon-1pm 1-2pm 2-3pm 3-4:30pm

Level Age QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7+ QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Adv. Beg. 7+ Beginner 7+ Adv. Beg.-Int. 1 7+ QuickStart 1 4-5 QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7-10 Int. 1+ 7+ QuickStart 2 6-7 Beginner 7+ Adv. Beg. 7+ Int. 1+ 7+

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Locations of parks with tennis lessons: James Park: Oakton, west of Dodge Leahy Park: Lincoln, west of Ridge Lovelace: Gross Point at Thayer Robert Crown Park: Dodge at Lee

FREE Friday Night Tennis Lessons (All Ages) Come learn to play tennis. It’s a sport you can play all your life; you don’t need a lot of equipment and playing in the park is IUHH 7KLV LV WKH VHYHQWK \HDU ZH KDYH RĹ?HUHG WKLV IUHH SRSXODU program for Evanston residents. Registration is limited to one hour per evening, but you are welcome to register for any and all of the Fridays. Tennis racquets and balls are provided during class for those in need of equipment. Space is limited; please sign up right away. Location: James Park, Oakton St. west of Dodge Ave. Age: Ages 5 yrs. & up Fee: FREE to Evanston residents Class # 632702A3 632702B3 632702C3 632702D3 632702E3 632702F3 632702G3 632702H3 632702J3

Date/Day Aug 2/F Aug 2/F Aug 2/F Aug 9/F Aug 9/F Aug 9/F Aug 16/F Aug 16/F Aug 16/F

Time 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm

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Time 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm

Outdoor Summer Private and Semi-Private Tennis Lessons (Ages 5+) Private and semi-private tennis instruction is the ultimate way to improve your tennis skills and speed your progress in tennis! We ZLOO KHOS \RX ĹŽQG WKH SURSHU LQVWUXFWRU WR PHHW \RXU LQGLYLGXDO needs and goals. Private lesson fees include court time (indoor or outdoor) and are well below the cost of similar lessons at private clubs and resorts. NOTE: Students who cancel lessons less than 24 hours in advance will not be rescheduled or reimbursed. Instructor :LOO EH PDWFKHG WR SOD\HUĂľV VSHFLĹŽF QHHGV DQG requests Age: 5 yrs. & up Skill Level: All Location: Various outdoor courts 3ULYDWH /HVVRQ ZLWK 6WDĹ? 3URIHVVLRQDO -XQH WKURXJK $XJ

Length Class # Fee R/NR 1 hour 623705A3 $65/$75 5-hour package 623705B3 $286/$328

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Semi-Private Instruction (June 3 through Aug. 31) Groups range from two to four people. One person registers and supplies names and addresses of those in the group. Full group fee is due at registration. At least half of the group members must be Evanston residents to receive the resident rate. Note: the fee listed is the total fee for the group. People Length Class # Fee R/NR 2 1 hour 623706A3 $74 R/$84 NR 2 5-hour package 623706B3 $320 R/$368 NR 3 1 hour 623706C3 $79 R/$91 NR 3 5-hour package 623706D3 $343 R/$394 NR 4 1 hour 623706E3 $84 R/$96 NR 4 5-hour package 623706F3 $369 R/$423 NR

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Golf

Youth Golf Free Youth Golf Clinic 7KLV IXQ ŎOOHG SURJUDP IRU SOD\HUV DW DOO JROI OHYHOV RōHUV IUHH JROI LQVWUXFWLRQ DQG JDPHV DQG NLFNV Rō WKH (YDQVWRQ RXWGRRU JROI season. Register online or call 847/448-8252 by April 10 (late reg. fee listed below). The clinic will be cancelled in the event of rain. If cancelled, participants who paid a fee will receive a full refund. Instructors: 3 Point Athletics Location: Evanston/Wilmette Community Golf Course putting practice area and Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Grades 1-8 Fee (registrations by April 10): FREE Late registration fee: $10 R/$20 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 612879A3 Apr 13 Sa 10-11:30am

Spring Five Star Golf League This league for both boys and girls gives intermediate and advanced players a more competitive experience. All players should have at least two years of on-course playing experience or two years of golf camp experience. Participants should have a comfortable understanding of proper grips, club choice and full swing or putting stroke form. Throughout the league, players will receive golf instruction and opportunities for supervised play on the golf course. A fun, recreational golf tournament is held at the end of the league. In the event of rain, the program will be extended by one week. Please register by April 22; space may be available after that date if minimum enrollment is reached. 847/448-8682. Instructors: 3 Point Athletics Location: Evanston/Wilmette Community Golf Course putting practice area and Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Grades 4-8 Fee: $150 R/$175 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 612834A3 Apr 25-May 23 Th 4-6pm

Spring Three & Four Star Golf Classes Get into the swing of things! Boys and girls of all ability levels receive instruction on key aspects of the game: chipping, putting and iron play. Etiquette and rules of the game also are covered. Beginning players are those with little to no playing experience, while the advanced beg./int. players should previously have attended Chandler-Newberger Center golf camps/classes or have received formal golf instruction. In the event of rain, the program will be extended one week. Youth are encouraged to bring their own clubs; however, they may borrow ours at the program. Class sizes are limited to allow personalized instruction; sign up early! Register by April 19. Space may be available after that date if minimum enrollment is reached. Instructors: 3 Point Athletics Location: Evanston/Wilmette Community Golf Course putting practice area and Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Varies Fee: 2-hr. classes: $150 R/$175 NR; Fee, 45-min. classes: $75 R/$88 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates/Days Time Grade Level 612833A3 Apr 22-May 20/M 4-6pm 4-8 Four Star Beginning 612833B3 Apr 24-May 22/W 4-6pm 4-8 Four Star Beginning 612833C3 Apr 22-May 20/M 4-6pm 4-8 Four Star Adv. Beg./Int. 612833D3 Apr 24-May 22/W 4-6pm 4-8 Four Star Adv. Beg./Int. 612833E3 Apr 23-May 21/Tu 4-5pm 1-3 Three Star Golf 612833F3 Apr 23-May 21/Tu 5-6pm 1-3 Three Star Golf

Coming Summer 2013: New Adult Golf Programs & Youth Golf Camps 7KH &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ 3RLQW $WKOHWLFV DUH H[FLWHG WR EH RōHULQJ the following programs for adult golfers of all ages: leagues, tournaments, clinics, group and private lessons and family outings. Details will be posted online and at Chandler-Newberger Center. Don't forget youth golf summer camps held from mid-June through the end of August. Visit cityofevanston.org/summercamps for details. Please call Ray Doerner at 847/448-8682 with any SURJUDP VSHFLŎF TXHVWLRQV

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Gymnastics

General Information: Please call Michelle at 847/448-8681 for more information about gymnastics classes at either Chandler-Newberger Center or Robert Crown Center. Register online or call Chandler-Newberger at 847/448-8252 or Robert Crown Center at 847/448-8258. 5HJLVWHULQJ D FKLOG IRU WKH DSSURSULDWH FODVV LV WKH ĹŽUVW VWHS WR ensuring success and fun with gymnastics. Beginning classes are for children who have never taken a class or who have taken classes for less than one year. Certain skills must be mastered before a child learns skills in higher-level classes. If your child has taken one year or more of lessons, see below for evaluation session information.

Evaluation Sessions

If your child has taken one year or more of gymnastic lessons and you're unsure which class is appropriate, please register for an evaluation session. Our coaches spend about 10 minutes evaluating each child’s skills to ensure correct placement. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee: FREE Class # Dates Days Time 612881A3 Mar 11 M 6-6:30pm 612881B3 Mar 7 Th 3:30-4pm

Mom/Dad/Tot Gymnastics Spend quality time with your child while helping him/her develop motor skills. Children's movement will be enhanced through free play on equipment, obstacle courses, an intro. to age-appropriate gymnastic skills and parachute circle time. This is a great way to meet other families and introduce your child to movement! Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 2-3 yrs. w/parent or caregiver Fee: $113 R/$131 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 611157A3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 6:05-6:50pm

Preschool Gymnastics Bouncing on the bed or rolling on the couch are signs that your child is ready for gymnastics! Our patient instructors work with \RXU FKLOG WR LPSURYH FRRUGLQDWLRQ EDODQFH Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ DQG JHQHUDO motor skills in a fun, safe environment. Studies show this is the ideal age to begin developing skills in a structured class situation. To create the best learning environment for participants, parents are asked to leave the gym during class time. Please register for the correct age-level class. No class April 13. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $113 R/$131 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 611158A3 Apr 2-May 28 Tu 1-1:45pm 611158B3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 3:15-4pm Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee, 5-session April class: $63 R/$73 NR Fee, 6-session July class: $75 R/$87 NR Class # Dates Day Time 211107A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 9-9:45am 211107B3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 10-10:45am 211107C3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 10-10:45am 221101A3 July 13-Aug 17 Sa 9-9:45am 221101B3 July 13-Aug 17 Sa 10-10:45am 221101C3 July 13-Aug 17 Sa 10-10:45am

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Age 3 4 5 3 4 5


Beginning Gymnastics Beginning gymnasts work on basic techniques, coordination, EDODQFH DQG Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ 6NLOOV DUH WDXJKW RQ WKH YDXOW EDUV EHDP DQG Ĺ?RRU 1R FODVV $SULO 0D\ Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Varies; see below Fee: $141 R/$158 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612810A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 4-5pm 612810B3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 4-5pm 612810C3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 5-6pm

Age 5-7 7-12 5-8

Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 6-9 yrs. Fee, 5-session spring class: $79 R/$88 NR Fee, 6-session summer class: $94 R/$106 NR Class # Dates Day Time 212810A3 April 6-May 11 Sa 11am-Noon 222102A3 July 13-Aug 17 Sa 11am-Noon

Advanced Beginning Gymnastics This class is the next step up from Beginning Gymnastics. Gymnasts continue to develop skills and increase their selfesteem while preparing for the Intermediate class. If you are not sure your child is ready for this class, please sign up for an evaluation session before registering. No class April 13, May 27.

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Intermediate Gymnastics Gymnasts continue developing skills after they have completed the Advanced Beginning class. Instructor approval is needed to register for this class. No class May 27. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 6-13 years Fee: $208 R/$238 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 612825A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 5-6:30pm

Pre-Team Gymnastics Gymnasts who have “graduated� from the Intermediate class prepare for team gymnastics. Children must receive approval from a gymnastic coach to register. No class May 27. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 6-13 yrs. Fee: $208 R/$238 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 612835A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 5-6:30pm

Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 6-13 years Fee: $141 R/$158 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612811A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 4-5pm 612811B3 Apr 4-May 31 Th 5-6pm Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 6-9 yrs. Fee, 5-session spring class: $79 R/$88 NR Fee, 6-session summer class: $94 R/$106 NR

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Basketball

March Madness 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney Youth in grades 4-8 will go mad over basketball at ChandlerNewberger Center’s March Madness celebration on March 15-17!

Schedule and registration information

The double elimination means that every team plays at least two games. ALL of the tournaments take place all day on Sat., March 16 and Sun., March 17. In celebration of our 20th anniversary of the event, we will hold some special activities for all registered participants on Fri., March 15. Entry forms are available at Chandler-Newberger Center, or online at cityofevanston.org/ chandler. Register by Mon., March 4. Tournament fee includes a team T-shirt for every player. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Boys and girls in grades 4-8 play in divisions separated by grade and gender Fee: $64 per team of 3 or 4 players; includes T-shirts

Midget and Pint Size Pre-Season Basketball This program prepares your child for Evanston’s popular Midget and Pint Size basketball leagues. Children improve their dribbling, passing and shooting, while learning the fundamentals of team play and good sportsmanship. On the last day, there will be 3-on3 and 3-point contests. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-7 yrs. (midget); 8-10 yrs. (pint size) Fee: $60 R/$70 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 412803A3 Feb 24-Apr 14 Su Noon-1pm 412803B3 Feb 24-Apr 14 Su 2-3pm

Age 5-7 8-10

Mini-Midgets Basketball Come one, come all, play some basketball! This fun league focuses on fundamental basketball skills. It’s the perfect league to introduce preschoolers to basketball and keep them active.

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Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $60 R/$70 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 412806A3 Feb 24-Apr 14 Su 11am-Noon

Books and Basketball Every afternoon starts with homework; we’ll provide assistance if needed. Then, participants will laugh a little and play a lot, learn to be part of a team and make new friends. No program May 27. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: Grades 6-8 (middle school) Fee: FREE to Evanston residents Length: Ongoing during District #65 school year Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 3-5:30pm

Grades K-1 Beginning Basketball League Our coaches create a fun and exciting atmosphere as they help players learn the skills necessary to be successful in basketball ZKLOH KHOSLQJ WR EXLOG FRQĹŽGHQFH LQ WKHLU DELOLWLHV RQ DQG RĹ? WKH court! The league has just 16 players to ensure everyone gets the necessary attention and opportunities to succeed. 3OD\HUV PHHW IURP SP HYHU\ ZHHN 7KH ĹŽUVW WZR ZHHNV WKH\ learn and practice fundamentals. The third week, teams of 4 will be formed and games begin. Parents receive a schedule of the games prior to the fourth week. Smaller basketballs and lowered rims are used. The types of games played may be altered for maximum learning. Fee includes a T-shirt. No class May 27. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Boys and girls in grades K-1 Fee: $161 R/$188 NR Length: 9 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 612805A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 4-5:15pm 612805B3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 4-5:15pm


Grades K-1 Intermediate/Advanced Basketball League Children who have completed Grade K-1 Beginning Basketball /HDJXH HQMR\ WKH VDPH EHQHĹŽWV LQ WKLV DGYDQFHG OHDJXH 7KH schedule is the same (games begin week 3, etc.). Participation is limited to 20 players. No class May 27. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Boys and girls in grades K-1 Fee: $161 R/$188 NR Length: 9 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 612824A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 5:15-6:30pm

Grades 2-3 Beginning Basketball League This league teaches the fundamentals, while you learn about sportsmanship and teamwork by practicing and playing games. 7KH ĹŽUVW WZR ZHHNV SOD\HUV OHDUQ DQG SUDFWLFH IXQGDPHQWDOV The third week, teams of 4 are formed and games begin. Parents receive a schedule of the games prior to the fourth week. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Boys and girls in grades 2-3 Fee: $161 R/$188 NR Length: 9 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 612804A3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 5:15-6:30pm

Grades 2-3 Intermediate/Advanced Basketball League This league is for players who participated in the beginning-level OHDJXH DQG DUH UHDG\ WR IXUWKHU FKDOOHQJH WKHLU VNLOOV 7KH ĹŽUVW two weeks, everyone attends the group clinic from 4-6pm. During weeks 3-9, teams are formed and children play games from either 4-5pm or 5-6pm. Children are encouraged to attend skill FOLQLFV RĹ?HUHG RSSRVLWH WKHLU JDPH WLPH HDFK ZHHN IRU IXUWKHU skill development. Everyone has an opportunity to participate/ practice in the league for 2 hours a week for 9 weeks. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Boys and girls in grades 2-3 Fee: $215 R/$251 NR Length: 9 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 612830A3 Apr 3-May 29 W 4-6pm

Fourth Grade and Fifth Grade Basketball Leagues In these popular leagues, full-court games are played using rules from the 4th/5th grade school-based league. Coaches introduce PRUH FKDOOHQJLQJ GULOOV DQG SOD\V WKDW ĹŽW ZLWK SOD\HUVĂľ JURZWK WR HQVXUH VNLOO GHYHORSPHQW 7KH ĹŽUVW ZHHNV SOD\HUV SDUWLFLSDWH in a group clinic; the third week, teams are formed and games begin. Fifth-graders begin learning about basketball positions. Substitutes are used and we will keep score, but not standings. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Boys and girls in grade 4 Fee: $215 R/$251 NR Length: 9 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 612831A3 Apr 2-May 28 Tu 4-6pm 612832A3 Apr 5-May 31 F 4-6pm

Grade 4 5

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Fencing /Roller Skating

Fencing Classes En garde! Are you looking for a new and exciting activity? Our fencing coach will teach you the basics of fencing! Fencing requires patience, concentration, discipline, and self-awareness. ,WV UHZDUGV DUH VHOI FRQĹŽGHQFH VHOI FRQWURO DQG HPRWLRQDO strength for a healthier lifestyle. Note: Weapons, jackets and masks will be provided and shared among classmates. Each participant is expected to purchase an underarm protector and glove, as these are personal items. They may be purchased at a discount from the instructor for $15 each. No class May 25. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Varies; see below Fee: Beginning classes: $121 R/$140 NR; Fee: Advanced Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced classes: $136 R/$153 NR Note: classes with 3 or fewer participants may be cancelled due to low enrollment. However, the participants will have the option to pay a higher fee and receive private or semi-private lessons GXULQJ WKDW FODVV VHVVLRQ <RX ZLOO EH QRWLĹŽHG LI \RXU FODVV KDV ORZ enrollment.

Spring Classes (8 weeks) Class # 612807A3 612807B3 612807C3 612807D3

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Beginning Fencing–Summer (8 weeks)

See description above to learn more about fencing. Age: Entering Grade 6 through Adult Fee: $121 R/$140 NR Class # Dates Day Time 622815A3 June 18-Aug 6 Tu 6:15-7:15pm

Advanced Fencing–Summer (8 weeks)*

Advanced-level fencers can take advantage of small class sizes and individualized instruction in these advanced-level fencing classes. Use this time to continue to develop with the foil, saber RU ÂŤSÂŤH RU WDNH WKH FODVV WR OHDUQ DERXW WKHVH GLĹ?HUHQW ZHDSRQV Weapons, jackets and masks will be provided and shared among classmates. It is recommended, however, that at this level, fencers begin looking to purchase their own equipment. Each participant is expected to purchase an underarm protector and glove, as these are personal items. They may be purchased at a discount from the instructor. Space is limited; sign up quickly! Questions? Call Michelle: 847/448-8252. Age: Entering Grade 3 through Adult Fee: $136 R/$153 NR Class # Dates Day Time 622818A3 June 18-Aug 6 Tu 7:30-8:30pm *Can’t make all sessions? A 4-count punch card at $83 R/$92 NR allows you to attend when you can. Because of the option, we won't prorate classes. Call Michelle at 847/448-8681 for details.

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Roller Skating 5ROOHU VNDWLQJ IRU DOO DJHV LV RĹ?HUHG \HDU URXQG 6RPH VHVVLRQV DUH UHVHUYHG IRU VSHFLĹŽF DJH JURXSV ZKLOH RWKHU VHVVLRQV are open to all family members. Skating is held at FleetwoodJourdain Community Center, Chandler-Newberger Community Center and Levy Senior Center. Monthly schedules are posted at cityofevanston.org/rollerskating. Admission is restricted to Evanston residents*; youth skate free and skate rental is free. A suggested donation of $2 for age 18+ includes skate use. Participants are allowed to bring their own helmets and pads and own roller skates (if compatible with the Ĺ?RRU VXUIDFH *Note: youth who reside in ZIP code 60203 are considered Evanston residents for this program. Adults must reside in ZIP codes 60201 and 60202. Questions? Call 3-1-1.

Private Roller Skating Parties Roller skating parties for children 14 years old and younger are EHLQJ RĹ?HUHG DW )OHHWZRRG -RXUGDLQ DQG &KDQGOHU 1HZEHUJHU Community Centers and Levy Senior Center. Guests are allowed to bring their own helmets and pads and own roller skates (if FRPSDWLEOH ZLWK WKH Ĺ?RRU VXUIDFH &DOO HDFK FHQWHU DERXW WKH maximum number of skates available. A party rental includes three hours in a party room; two hours of roller skating to music in the gymnasium; set-up of table and chairs in the party room and clean-up. You supply the treats and tableware. Your party may begin 30 minutes prior to the “open skateâ€? time to ensure guests receive their skate size. You may to bring your iPod to be played during a private party. The fee is $315 and is limited to Evanston residents. Full payment is due within 72 hours after party is booked. Questions? Call 3-1-1.

Free Activities for Teens & Young Adults The Mayor's Super Summer Recreation Program will include free ice-skating sessions, open gym times, roller skating, concerts, beach passes, a talent show and performing arts activities. Visit youngevanston.com for details!


Martial Arts

Taekwon-Do Grandmaster Connelly is Evanston’s most experienced Taekwondo martial arts professional. The Grandmasters classes are fun, safe, age-appropriate and a rewarding experience on many levels. For over 25 years, his Levy Center programs have had success in teaching and motivating kids to keep growing stronger in body, mind, and spirit–to become Black Belt Leaders. Classes are available for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. For additional program information, contact Grandmaster Connelly at 847/568-0912 or visit Connellysacademy.com. No class May 27, July 3, Sept. 2. Register online or at 847/448-8250. Instructor: Grandmaster Connelly Location: Levy Senior Center Age and fee varies; see below Class # Dates/Day Time 512301A3 Mar 18-May 6/M 5:15-6pm 512301B3 Mar 18-May 6/M 6-7pm 513302A3 Mar 18-May 6/M 7-8:30pm 512301C3 Mar 13-May 1/W 5:15-6pm 512301D3 Mar 13-May 1/W 6-7pm 512301E3 Mar 13-May 1/W 7-8:30pm 512301F3 May 13-July 8/M 5:15-6pm 512301G3 May 13-July 8/M 6-7pm 513302B3 May 13-July 8/M 7-8:30pm 512301H3 May 8-June 26/W 5:15-6pm 512301I3 May 8-June 26/W 6-7pm 512301J3 May 8-June 26/W 7-8:30pm 522301A3 July 15-Sep 9/M 5:15-6pm 522301B3 July 15-Sep 9/M 6-7pm 523311A3 July 15-Sep 9/M 7-8:30pm 522301C3 July 10-Aug 28/W 5:15-6pm 522301D3 July 10-Aug 28/W 6-7pm 522301E3 July 10-Aug 28/W 7-8:30pm

Age 4-7 7+ Adv.Teen/Adult 4-7 7+ Adv. Youth 4-7 7+ Adv.Teen/Adult 4-7 7+ Adv. Youth 4-7 7+ Adv. Teen/Adult 4-7 7+ Adv. Youth

Fee $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR $88 R/$98 NR $88 R/$98 NR $120 R/$130 NR

Family Karate )RQVHFD 0DUWLDO $UWV RĹ?HUV NDUDWH FODVVHV IRU DOO DJHV GHVLJQHG by world class athletes John and Elisa Fonseca. Karate training KHOSV EXLOG FDUGLRYDVFXODU ĹŽWQHVV VSHHG VWUHQJWK Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ body awareness, control, and precision in movement. It also strengthens inner well-being and self-esteem. For program info., please contact Fonseca Martial Arts at 847/866-0200 or info@ fonsecamartialarts.com. No class May 18, 25; July 3, 6. Instructors: )RQVHFD 0DUWLDO $UWV VWDĹ? Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 7 yrs. & up Fee, 7-session spring classes: $70 R/$91 NR Fee, 12-session summer classes: $120 R/$156 NR Class # Dates Days Time 212809A3 Apr 3-May 15 W 7-8pm 212809B3 Apr 6-June 1 Sa 11:15am-Noon 212809C3 Apr 6-June 1 Sa Noon-1pm 222807A3 June 5 -Aug 28 W 7-8pm 222807B3 June 8-Aug 31 Sa 11:15am-Noon 222807C3 June 8-Aug 31 Sa Noon-1pm

Little Dragons This program will enhance development in a fun and motivating environment. Your child will learn how to work with others and follow directions from their instructors through positive VRFLDO LQWHUDFWLRQ /LWWOH 'UDJRQV GHYHORS D PRUH FRQĹŽGHQW DQG enthusiastic outlook, which provides a strong foundation for the school years ahead. Little Dragons I for beginners (white belts and yellow stripes) meets at 10am. Little Dragons II for continuing students (orange stripes and up) meets at 10:35am. For program info., please contact Fonseca Martial Arts at 847/866-0200 or e-mail info@ fonsecamartialarts.com. No class April 7. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-6 yrs. Fee: 7-session spring class: $70 R/$91 NR Fee: 12-session summer class: $120 R/$156 NR Class # Dates Day Time 212803A3 Apr 6-June 1 Sa 10:10-10:30am 212803B3 Apr 6-June 1 Sa 10:35-11:05am 222808A3 June 8-Aug 31 Sa 10:10-10:30am 222809A3 June 8-Aug 31 Sa 10:35-11:05am

Karate /HDUQ IURP RQH RI WKH EHVW LQVWUXFWRUV LQ WKH ĹŽHOG ,QVWUXFWRU Zachary Bradley is a 40-year martial arts veteran with four black belts. Sensei Bradley teaches children and adults the art of Karate. 847/448-8254 or visit youtube.com/GenKiEvanston. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 7-11 yrs. at 10:30am; 12+ at 11:30am Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 412105A3 Mar 16-May 18 Sa 10:30-11:30am 412105B3 Mar 16-May 18 Sa Noon-1:30pm 422805A3 June 15-Aug 4 Sa 10:30-11:30am 422805B3 June 15-Aug 4 Sa 11:30am-1:30pm

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PreSchool Sports

Introduction to Basketball/Soccer Gently introduce your child to two of the world’s most popular sports: basketball and soccer! Your little athlete’s motor skills develop by taking part in games and activities. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 611154A3 Apr 5-May 31 F 9am-9:45am

Pee Wee Basketball Does your child enjoy musical chairs or Duck, Duck, Goose? Did you know they can be played while dribbling a basketball? This class teaches your tot athlete basketball fundamentals using popular children’s games. Sportsmanship and teamwork are emphasized while children are introduced to basketball and other exciting games. Smaller balls and 5' rims are used. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 611156A3 Apr 3-May 29 W 3:15-4pm

Move and Play This class teaches your 2-year-old all about movement. Obstacle courses, parachute and group play help your child develop large motor skills. Children are encouraged to jump, run, climb and crawl as they learn about the excitement of movement! Parents/ guardians do need to participate with their child. No class May 27. Instructor: Liz Stone Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 2 yrs. Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 611149A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 10:30-11:15am

Pee Wee Olympics 7KLV H[FLWLQJ IXQ ĹŽOOHG FODVV IRFXVHV RQ D YDULHW\ RI 2O\PSLF VW\OH HYHQWV &KLOGUHQ OHDUQ EDVNHWEDOO VRFFHU DQG WUDFN ĹŽHOG VNLOOV plus much more, as well as spend free time exploring and playing. No class May 27. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 611102A3 Apr 1-June M 9:30-10:15am 611102B3 Apr 5-May 31 F 10-10:45am

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Rockin’ and Rollin’ with the ABC’s and 123’s Children participate in parachute play, circle time with songs, and obstacle courses that focus on large motor development, while being given simple challenges to help them recognize their ABC’s and 123’s! Instructor: Liz Stone Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 2 yrs. with a caregiver Fee: $94 R/$109 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 611140A3 Apr 5-May 31 F 11-11:45am


Personal Training/Fitness Rooms

Personal Training at the Levy Center Ages 18 and older

Fitness Room at Levy Center Ages 18 and older

You don’t have to be a Levy Center member or a Fitness Room member to purchase a personal training package; the only requirement is that you’re age 18 or older! Choose either 5 or 10 sessions, then choose 30-minute or 60-minute personal training sessions.

Improve your stamina, balance and shape when you make a commitment to being active! It’s easy when you join our Fitness Room with its top-quality equipment and bright, cheerful atmosphere. Operating hours are subject to change on holidays; closing dates are posted one week in advance.

To receive the discount, you must pre-purchase a package (i.e., no discount if you buy sessions one at a time) and must use the same trainer for all sessions. Personal training passes expire 6 months IURP WKH GDWH RI LVVXH 6LJQ XS WRGD\ DW WKH /HY\ &HQWHUõV RŐFH and you’ll be on the road to a healthier tomorrow! 847/448-8250.

Days M-F Sa-Su M-F Sa-Su

Fee: 30-minute sessions: 1 session, $27; 5-session package, $123; 10-session package, $244. Fee: 60-minute sessions: 1 session, $43; 5-session package, $194; 10-session package, $387.

Fees: Levy Center members: $115/yr. or $10/mo. Minimum age: 55. Fees, nonmembers of Levy Center: $300/yr. or $26/mo. Evanston res.; $350/yr. or $32/mo. nonres. Daily fee, all adults: $5.

Age 18-54 18-54 55+ 55+

Time 7am-9pm/5-9pm 9am-3pm 7am-9pm 9am-3pm

Fitness Rooms Fleetwood-Jourdain Fitness Room Our Fitness Room is a bright, beautiful place with what you need to get in shape or stay in shape: exercycles, Ergocycles, steppers and treadmills. We will have a member on site who suggests ZRUNRXWV IRU \RXU ŎWQHVV JRDOV DQG D SHUVRQDO WUDLQHU LV DYDLODEOH Membership options for adults: one year, $210; six months, $100; and one month, $35. Family Partners Team package: if four members sign up together at $85 each, all receive a one-year membership! Holiday closing dates are posted at the Center. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 18 yrs. & up Daily fee: $10; see above for discounted fees Dates Days Time Ongoing M-F 8am-8:30pm Sa 8am-5pm

FJCC Teen Fitness Room Special

Teens age 13-17 are invited to join the Fitness Room at a discount! Fee: 1 year, $160; 6 mo., $85; $1 mo., $25; drop-in, $5 daily.

Open Gym Fee: Youth, FREE Age 18+, $2 donation Levy Center Sundays: 11am-1pm for age 18 yrs.+ Sundays: 1-3pm for elementary and middle school students 847/448-8250 Robert Crown Center Saturdays, 7-8:30am and 2-4pm. Sundays, 1-3pm. 847/448-8258 Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Gym time is limited; call for details. 847/448-8254 Chandler-Newberger Center Schedule: cityofevanston.org/chandler 847/448-8252 Please note: the times posted may change due to building rentals, so please FRQŎUP WKH VFKHGXOH EHIRUH GURSSLQJ E\

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Athletics News & Events

All Ages

Softball and T-Ball

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T-Baseball

Ultimate Frisbee Camp New!

Kids learn to play ball the easy way, without a pitcher! This leadup game to baseball emphasizes skill and sportsmanship. Soft rag baseballs are used. Teams are formed after the third week. In the event of rain, the class will be cancelled and make-up days will be arranged at the end of the session. No class July 6.

Campers learn the fundamentals of the game of Ultimate Frisbee, be placed on teams and play games followed by a end of camp WRXUQDPHQW &DPSHUV ZLOO UHFHLYH DQ RĹ?FLDO 8OWLPDWH )ULVEHH jersey and Frisbee. The camp is led by Arnoush Javaherian, head coach, Neuqua Valley High School Ultimate Frisbee team. Direct questions to chicagoultimatetraining@gmail.com

Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 5-6 yrs. Fee: $62 R/$66 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 222801A3 June 22-Aug 3 Sa 9-10am

Adult Softball 7KH (YDQVWRQ 5HFUHDWLRQ 'LYLVLRQ RĹ?HUV DGXOW VRIWEDOO OHDJXHV DW Robert Crown Park. Summer leagues begin in late April and end in late July or early August. The fall league begins in late August and ends in late October or early November. League end dates depend on whether there are rainouts or not. :H RĹ?HU PHQĂľV LQ WKH VXPPHU DQG IDOO FRHG PXVKEDOO LQ the summer and fall, and women’s 14" in the summer only. . The Evanston Recreation only accepts team registrations for our softball leagues. For individuals who want to be on a team we maintain a class list and make this list available to all teams. To be placed on a list to placed with a team, register online at cityofevanston.org. The class numbers are 753801A3 for male players and 753801B3 for female players. Registering for this class does not guarantee participation on a team.

Racquetball/Handball/Wallyball 'R \RX ZDQW WR LPSURYH \RXU RYHUDOO KHDOWK DQG ĹŽWQHVV" &RQVLGHU racquetball or handball! Court reservations can be made as early as one week in advance or as late as the day of play. Court times are reserved on the hour. The Center is open over 50 hours per week. Showers and public locker space are available.

Instructor: Chicago Ultimate Training Location: 5REHUW &URZQ 3DUN /HH 6W ĹŽHOG Age: 9-18 yrs. Fee: $150 R/NR Length: 2 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 222201A3 July 22-Aug 2 M-F 9-11:30am

,QWURGXFWLRQ WR 6SRUWV 2Ĺ?FLDWLQJ Baseball/Softball, Football & Basketball 3DUWLFLSDQWV ZLOO EH LQWURGXFHG WR VSRUWV RĹ?FLDWLQJ ZLWK WKH JRDO of obtaining their Illinois High School Association (IHSA) license. Students will learn: what necessary equipment is needed and ZKHUH WR EX\ LW KRZ WR JHW JDPHV WKURXJK RĹ?FLDOV DVVRFLDWLRQV and leagues; where to get advanced training; and the basic rules and mechanics associated with the sport. These classes are free, but there is a fee associated with obtaining your IHSA license, this will be covered during the class. For more information, contact Jim Ferrera at 847/448-8046. Instructor: ([SHULHQFHG ,+6$ 2Ĺ?FLDOV Location: Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. Age: 17 yrs. and up Fee: FREE Class # Dates Days Time 753101A3 Mar 4-25 M 7-9pm 753101B3 June 17-July 8 M 7-9pm 753101C3 Sept 16-Oct 7 M 7-9pm

Sport Baseball/Softball Football Basketball

“Play Ball!�

Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Racquetball/Handball fees: hourly court fee is $15; a 10-hour court card is $98; a can of racquetballs is $4; racquet rental is $2.

Kickball, four-square, slam, and other beginning- and intermediate-level games require the skillful use of a ball. This class emphasizes wellness, listening and movement, as well as team play, while children learn to bounce, kick, throw and catch.

Walleyball

Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 4-7 yrs. Fee: $40 R/$46 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 212816A3 Apr 9-May 14 Tu 4-5pm

It's volleyball with an exciting twist. A rubberized volleyball is used, volleyball rules are followed, but all the walls are in play! Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Days/Times: Availability varies; call for an update Fee: $27 for 90 min Maximum: 8 people

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Gymagination In our gym, kids have access to bikes, balls and cool gym toys, so WKH\ FDQ FUHDWH JDPHV DQG DFWLYLWLHV WKDW UHĹ?HFW WKHLU LQWHUHVWV An experienced rec leader and an early education specialist will focus on sportsmanship, team dynamics and cooperative play. As weather permits, we'll play on the lawn as well. There will be old games and new ones, plus we’ll make up a few! Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 5-9 yrs. Fee: $30 R/$34 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 212817A3 Apr 4-25 Th 4-9pm 212817B3 May 9-30 Th 4-5pm

Volleyball & Beach Volleyball 9ROOH\NLG] *UDGHV

This introductory volleyball class introduce the fundamental skills of passing, setting, and spiking using a very light, ageappropriate volleyball. Each child’s hand/eye coordination will be improved through the use of fun drills and games designed to improve gross motor skills. Class is held outside in the grass, so come dressed for the weather! Register by April 17. Location: Outside Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Grades 1-5 Fee: $63 R/$83 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Day Time Grade 612837A3 Apr 22-May 20 M 5-6pm 1-2 612837B3 Apr 22-May 20 M 6-7pm 3-5

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Improve your volleyball skills with 60 minutes of drills in setting, passing, overhand serving and spiking. The lesson plan directs the use of self-mastery training and groups that help each player reach a new level. Instructors organize short games at the end of each class. The class is held outside in the grass, so please come dressed for the weather! Register by May 29; July 10. Location: Outside Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Grades 3-8 Fee: $50 R/$66 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time Grades 622808A3 June 3-24 M 5:30-6:30pm 3-5 622808B3 July 15-Aug 5 M 5:30-6:30pm 3-5 622808C3 June 3-24 M 6:30-7:30pm 6-8 622808D3 July 15-Aug 5 M 6:30-7:30pm 6-8

%HDFK 9ROOH\EDOO &OXE Learn the beach volleyball game from the director of the EVP Tour, Ross Balling. With 20 years’ experience playing and coaching beach volleyball exclusively, he will help take your game to the next level. This club consists of eight weeks of advanced training for two hours each day. Come improve your game while having fun on the beach! Register by June 12; July 17. Location: Clark St. Beach Age: Boys and girls in grades 6-12; see below Fee: $150 R/$198 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 622809A3 June 17-July 15 M 3-5pm 622809B3 July 22-Aug 19 M 3-5pm 622809C3 June 17-July 15 M 3-5pm 622809D3 July 22-Aug 19 M 3-5pm

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9ROOH\EDOO 5HJLVWUDWLRQ 'HDGOLQH ,QIRUPDWLRQ If we don’t have enough registrants by the date listed, the program will be cancelled. We will continue to accept registrations after this date if the programs had enough registrants on the deadline date.

%HDFK 9ROOH\EDOO &DPS Youth who enjoy volleyball love playing volleyball on the beach! Learn volleyball from the pros in a relaxed setting. Our coaches concentrate on the fundamentals of passing, setting and spiking. For details, see the 2013 Summer Camp guide at cityofevanston. org/summercamps. 847/448-4311 cityofevanston.org

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Athletics News & Events

Fitness, Health/Wellness–Teen/Adult

Step (Level 1 & 2)

Low Impact Aerobics

You can gain control over your weight, get heart-healthy and happy! In Step I, you’ll learn all the simple step patterns. If you still have what it takes, enroll in Step II to learn a routine that RĹ?HUV FDUGLR DQG ZHLJKW WUDLQLQJ WKURXJK LQWHUYDOV ,W LVQĂľW MXVW IRU women! Men: you can transform your physique! No class July 3.

30 minutes for good-time, low-impact aerobics, 30 minutes for strength exercises and stretching. A complete workout that is over before you know it! No class July 4.

Instructor: Beth Klobuchar-Oliver Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time Step I 513303A3 Mar 6-Apr 24 W 6-6:45pm 513303B3 May 1-June 19 W 6-6:45pm 523317A3 June 26-Aug 21 W 6-6:45pm Step II 513304A3 Mar 6-Apr 24 W 7-8pm 513304B3 May 1-June 19 W 7-8pm 523324A3 June 26-Aug 21 W 7-8pm

Zumba Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music–dance themes ZLWK HDV\ WR IROORZ VWHSV FUHDWLQJ D G\QDPLF H[FLWLQJ HĹ?HFWLYH ĹŽWQHVV V\VWHP 5RXWLQHV IHDWXUH DHURELF ĹŽWQHVV LQWHUYDO WUDLQLQJ with a combination of fast and slow rhythms to tone and sculpt the body. Maximize caloric output and fat burning! Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld/Joann Mil Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $55, Levy member; $58 R/$64 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 513306A3 Mar 5-Apr 23 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 513306B3 Apr 30-June 18 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 513306C3 Mar 2-Apr 20 Sa 9:15-10:15am 513306D3 Apr 27-June 22 Sa 9:15-10:15am 523307A3 June 25-Aug 13 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 523307B3 Aug 20-Oct 8 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 523307C3 June 29-Aug 8 Sa 9:15-10:15am 523307D3 Aug 17-Oct 5 Sa 9:15-10:15am

Nia Get your groove on with this part-dance, part-exercise, all-joy movement form. Get your heart pumping, body moving and energy Ĺ?RZLQJ LQ D ZD\ WKDW OHDGV WR KHDOWK ZHOOQHVV DQG ĹŽWQHVV No class July 3. Instructor: Myrna Weinman Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513329A3 Mar 6-Apr 24 W 6-7pm 513329B3 May 1-June 19 W 6-7pm 523316A3 June 26-Aug 21 W 6-7pm

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Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. & older Fee: $66, Levy member; $69 R/$75 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 513323A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 6:30-7:30pm 513323B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 6:30-7:30pm 523314A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 6:30-7:30pm 523314B3 Aug 20-Oct 10 Tu, Th 6:30-7:30pm

Tummy and Tush This class concentrates only on your tummy and tush. If you have been trying to slim down those problem areas, then this is the FODVV IRU \RX *UHDW H[HUFLVH URXWLQHV ZLOO VWUHQJWKHQ DQG ĹŽUP \RXU abdominal (tummy) and gluteus muscles (tush). No class July 4. Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $66, Levy member; $69 R/$75 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 513322A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 5:30-6:15pm 513322B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 5:30-6:15pm 523313A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 5:30-6:15pm 523313B3 Aug 20-Oct 10 Tu, Th 5:30-6:15pm

Belly Dance–Phase I Are you looking for a great ab workout that is also fun? Our belly dance class tightens and tones your abs while you express yourself in the exotic world of music. This class is open to women RQO\ DQG ŎOOV TXLFNO\ 1R FODVV -XO\ 9LVLW www.misstaj.com Instructor: TAJ Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $55, Levy member; $58 R/$64 NR Length: 6 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513314A3 Mar 27-May 1 W 7-8pm 513314B3 May 15-June 19 W 7-8pm 523303A3 July 10-Aug 14 W 7-8pm


Pilates–All Levels

Tai Chi Fundamentals

This class is open to all levels of Pilates participants. Students will learn Pilates moves with the assistance of stretch bands and balls. We’ll bounce, balance, stretch and strengthen using the Pilates principles of concentration, control, precision and proper breathing. Low impact and wonderful for the spine.

This class includes Tai Chi foundation practices, as well as techniques designed to energize the body, reduce and manage VWUHVV DQG WR LPSURYH EDODQFH VWDELOLW\ DQG Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ ,WV JHQWOH PRYHPHQWV FDQ IDFLOLWDWH KDUPRQLRXV HQHUJ\ Ĺ?RZ WKURXJKRXW WKH body to enhance well-being. No class May 27.

Instructor: JoAnn Milivojevich Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513312A3 Mar 5-Apr 23 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 513312B3 Apr 30-June 18 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 523304A3 June 25-Aug 13 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 523304B3 Aug 20-Oct 8 Tu 6:30-7:30pm

Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $53, Levy member; $56 R/$62 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513328A3 Mar 11-Apr 29 M 7:30-9pm 513328B3 May 6-July 1 M 7:30-9pm 523315A3 July 8-Aug 26 M 7:30-9pm

Pilates/Yoga Fusion We blend the best of both disciplines to provide participants with D VWURQJ FRUH Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ DQG RYHUDOO VWUHQJWK Instructor: Joann Milivojevic Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513305A3 Mar 2-Apr 20 Sa 10:30-11:30am 513305B3 Apr 27-June 15 Sa 10:30-11:30am 523323A3 June 22-Aug 10 Sa 10:30-11:30am 523323B3 Aug 17-Oct 5 Sa 10:30-11:30am

Intro to Tai Chi Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese form of exercise known for its slow, circular hand motions and its strong dance-like foot movements. The ability to concentrate and move in sequence is the key to success. No class July 4. Location: Robert Crown Center Age: 16 yrs. & up Fee, 7-session spring classes: $57 R/$64 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $80 R/$87 NR Class # Dates Day Time 213803A3 Apr 2-May 14 Tu 9-10am 213803B3 Apr 4-May 16 Th 10-11am 223303A3 June 6-Aug 15 Th 7-8pm

Tai Chi 7DL &KL LV D UHOD[LQJ JHQWOH Ĺ?RZLQJ H[HUFLVH FRRUGLQDWLQJ PRYHPHQW EUHDWK DQG PLQG 7DL &KL EHQHĹŽWV SHRSOH RI DOO SK\VLFDO DELOLWLHV <RXĂľOO LQFUHDVH \RXU Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ FRRUGLQDWLRQ balance and circulation. Previous class experience required for Intermediate class. Instructor: 1RUP =XHĹ?H Age: 18 & up Fee: $62, Levy member; $65 R/$71 NR Length: 8 weeks

Beginning Level Class # 513317A3 513317B3

Dates Mar 5-Apr 25 Apr 30-June 20

Intermediate Level Class # 513320A3 513320B3

Dates Mar 5-Apr 25 Apr 30-June 20

Days Tu, Th Tu, Th

Time 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am

Days Tu, Th Tu, Th

Time 7-8:15am 7-8:15am

Tai Chi @ the Lakefront 7KLV UHOD[LQJ JHQWOH Ĺ?RZLQJ H[HUFLVH FRRUGLQDWLQJ PRYHPHQW EUHDWK DQG PLQG ZLOO EHQHĹŽW SHRSOH RI DOO SK\VLFDO DELOLWLHV <RXĂľOO LQFUHDVH \RXU Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ FRRUGLQDWLRQ EDODQFH DQG FLUFXODWLRQ Class meets at Burnham Shores Park on the lakefront between Dempster and Hamilton. In the event of inclement weather, class meets at the Levy Center, No class July 4. Instructor: 1RUP =XHĹ?H Location: Burnham Shores Park Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $46, Levy member; $49 R/$54 NR Length: 6 weeks

Beginning Level Class # 523309A3

Dates June 25-July 25

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Intermediate Level (previous class experience needed) Class # 523310A3

Dates June 25-July 25

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Athletics News & Events All yoga classes are held at the Levy Senior Center 847/448-8250

Yoga to Heal: Thriving Through and Beyond Cancer New!

Integrate the healing power of yoga into your strategy to get well and stay cancer-free. Use breath, guided imagery and movement to increase your health, improve range of movement, strength and energy. Reduce treatment symptoms and pain and minimize distracting or unproductive thoughts. The class is designed to support those at any phase of treatment or beyond who are able to function in a group setting. Instructor: Shauna Babcock ERYT- 200 Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513315A3 Mar 9-Apr 27 Sa 12-1:15pm

Beginning Yoga–Teen/Adult This is a “samplerâ€? class of over 60 yoga poses where you will experience relaxation and meditation techniques along ZLWK VWUHQJWKHQLQJ DQG Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ SRVHV LQ D QRQ FRPSHWLWLYH atmosphere. Please wear loose clothing and avoid food for two hours before sessions. Instructor: Emily Williams-Guthrie Age: 12 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 6 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513310A3 Mar 21-Apr 25 Th 6:30-8pm 513310B3 May 16-June 20 Th 6:30-8pm 523301A3 July 11-Aug 22 Th 6:30-8pm

Beginning Yoga for Seniors ([SORUH WKH EHQHĹŽWV RI \RJD SRVWXUHV EUHDWKLQJ DQG PRUH WR LPSURYH Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ RI ERG\ DQG PLQG <RX PXVW EH DEOH to easily transfer from standing to sitting to lying down. No previous experience needed, just an open mind to explore new experiences. Wear non-binding clothing. Mats are provided; no shoes are needed. No class July 4. Instructor: Betsy Murphy, RN Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 514322A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 9:30-10:30am 514322B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 9:30-10:30am 524303A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 9:30-10:30am

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Yoga

Continuing Yoga–Teen/Adult This class is recommended for those who have prior experience with Emily or other yoga instructors and are able to sustain a KLJKHU OHYHO RI HĹ?RUW 5HOD[ LQ D QRQ FRPSHWLWLYH DWPRVSKHUH ZKLOH SUDFWLFLQJ DFWLYLWLHV OHDGLQJ WR Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ VWUHQJWK DQG balance and meditation techniques. Instructor: Emily Williams-Guthrie Age: 12 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$56 NR Length: 6 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 513311A3 Mar 18-Apr 22 M 6-7:30pm 513311B3 May 13-June 17 M 6-7:30pm 523302A3 July 8-Aug 19 M 6-7:30pm

Continuing Yoga for Seniors This class is for participants that have previous yoga experience with Betsy Murphy. Please wear non-binding clothing. Mats are provided; no shoes are needed. No class July 4. Instructor: Betsy Murphy, RN Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 514313A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 8:15-9:15am 514313B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 8:15-9:15am 524325A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 8:15-9:15am

Gentle Chair Yoga for Seniors Join us if you want to explore the mind-body practices of yoga, but are less ambulatory or able to transfer easily. No experience needed; all are welcome! Yoga will be performed seated in a chair or using the chair for support in standing poses. Learn yoga movement, breathing and relaxation practices to increase Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ RI PLQG DQG ERG\ 3OHDVH ZHDU FRPIRUWDEOH FORWKLQJ Instructor: Betsy Murphy RN Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $57, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514339A3 Mar 5-Apr 23 Tu 10:45-11:45am 514339B3 Apr 30-June 18 Tu 10:45-11:45am 524339A3 June 25-Aug 13 Tu 10:45-11:45am

Power Yoga *DLQ VWUHQJWK Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ EDODQFH DQG FRQĹŽGHQFH DV \RX UH energize your practice. Learn how to use your breath to transition LQ DQG RXW RI SRVWXUHV PRYH GHHSHU LQWR SRVWXUHV DQG ĹŽQG WKH ease and joy in your practice. Experience which core muscle groups allow you maintain a pose and which groups can be UHOHDVHG WR ĹŽQG WKH IUHHGRP LQ HDFK SRVH :HĂľOO ZRUN ZLWK RXU breath (Pranayama), practice Vinyasa (linking movement to breath), and practice arm balances and inversions in a mindful, safe, nurturing environment. Class will be taught multi-level with PRGLĹŽFDWLRQV VR LWĂľV VXLWDEOH IRU DOPRVW DQ\RQH 1R FODVV -XO\


Fitness, Health/Wellness–55+

Instructor: John Liberty Age: 18 yrs. and older Fee: $59, Levy member; $63 R/$69 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 543305B3 Feb 28-Apr 18 Th 7-8:15pm 513342A3 Apr 25-June 13 Th 7-8:15pm 523333A3 June 20-Aug 15 Th 7-8:15pm 523333B3 Aug 22-Oct 10 Th 7-8:15pm

Open Yoga <RJD ZLOO HQKDQFH \RXU Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ DQG DVVLVW \RX ZLWK FRQWURO DQG PLQG ERG\ FRQQHFWHGQHVV 7KLV FODVV LV RSHQ WR DOO ĹŽWQHVV OHYHOV If you don’t attend class every week, be sure to call 847/448-8250 on Sunday morning to be sure the class is meeting that day. Instructor: Jancy Jerome Age: 18 yrs. and older Day/Time: Sundays, 10-11:15am (ongoing) Fee for 6-pass punch card: $47, Levy member; $50 R/$54 NR

SilverSneakersŽ– Muscular Strength & Range of Movement New! You’ll have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, HODVWLF WXELQJ ZLWK KDQGOHV DQG D EDOO DUH RĹ?HUHG IRU UHVLVWDQFH $ chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Some Medicare UHFLSLHQWV TXDOLI\ WR WDNH WKLV FODVV DW QR FKDUJH 7R ĹŽQG RXW LI \RX qualify, please call Karen Hawk at 847/448-8294. No class May 27, Sept 2. Instructor: Todd Ellsworth Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older There is no charge for Silver Sneaker members Fee, 8-week classes: $49, Levy member; $59, nonmember Fee, 7.5-week April & Aug. class: $46, Levy member; $56, nonmem. Class # Dates Days Time 513307A3 Mar 4-Apr 24 M,W 1-2pm 513307B3 Apr 29-June 19 M,W 1-2pm 524302A3 June24-Aug 14 M,W 1-2pm 524302B3 Aug 19-Oct 9 M,W 1-2pm

Core and More 7KLV Ĺ?RRU FODVV VWUHQJWKHQV WKH FRUH PXVFOHV VXUURXQGLQJ WKH spine. Learn how to work the abdominals, obliques and lower EDFN PXVFOHV IRU D OHDQHU VWURQJHU PRUH Ĺ?H[LEOH \RX Instructor: Suzy Crawford Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $57, nonmember Length: 8 weeks

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Class # 514324A3 514324B3 524305A3

Dates Mar 11-Apr 29 May 6-July 1 July 8-Aug 26

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Qi Gong for Seniors Create a healthier connection between your spirit, mind and body! This class teaches you a relaxing and gentle exercise that LQFUHDVHV \RXU Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ FRRUGLQDWLRQ EDODQFH DQG FLUFXODWLRQ 3HRSOH RI DOO SK\VLFDO DELOLWLHV ZLOO EHQHĹŽW Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $72, Levy member; $82, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 514325A3 Mar 5-Apr 26 Tu, F 10:30am-Noon 514325B3 Apr 30-June 21 Tu, F 10:30am-Noon 524306A3 June 25-Aug 16 Tu, F 10:30am-Noon 524306B3 Aug 20-Oct 11 Tu, F 10:30am-Noon

Tai Chi 7DL &KL LV D UHOD[LQJ JHQWOH Ĺ?RZLQJ H[HUFLVH FRRUGLQDWLQJ PRYHPHQW EUHDWK DQG PLQG ,W EHQHĹŽWV SHRSOH RI DOO SK\VLFDO DELOLWLHV <RXĂľOO LQFUHDVH \RXU Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ FRRUGLQDWLRQ EDODQFH and circulation. No registration allowed after week two. Instructor: Evelyn Thompson Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $58, Levy member; $68, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514327A3 Mar 1-Apr 19 F 9-10:30am 514327B3 Apr 26-June 14 F 9-10:30am 524307A3 June 21-Aug 9 F 9-10:30am

Cardio, Strength and Stretch This class begins with 30 minutes of cardio work, continues with PLQXWHV RI VWUHQJWK ZRUN DQG ĹŽQLVKHV ZLWK PLQXWHV RI stretching. No class May 27 or Sept. 2. Instructor: Marla Lampert Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older M,W fee (8 weeks): $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember M,W,F fee (8 weeks): $91, Levy member; $101, nonmember M,W fee (April & Aug. 7.5 weeks): $62, Levy member; $72, nonmem. M,W,F fee (April & Aug.): $87, Levy member; $97, nonmem. Class # Dates Days Time 514326A3 Mar 4-Apr 24 M, W 10:30-11:30am 514326B3 Mar 4-Apr 26 M,W,F 10:30-11:30am 514326C3 Apr 29-June 19 M, W 10:30-11:30am 514326D3 Apr 29-June 21 M,W,F 10:30-11:30am 524308A3 June 24-Aug 14 M, W 10:30-11:30am 524308B3 June 24-Aug 16 M,W,F 10:30-11:30am 524308C3 Aug 19-Oct 9 M, W 10:30-11:30am 524308D3 Aug 19-Oct 11 M,W,F 10:30-11:30am 847/448-4311 cityofevanston.org

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Athletics News & Events

Fitness, Health/Wellness–55+

Zumba GoldÂŽ

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

7KLV ŎWQHVV SURJUDP LV LQQRYDWLYH IXQ DQG H[FLWLQJ ,W LV GHVLJQHG for active older adults, true beginners (people who aren’t used to exercising) or people who may be limited physically. The instructor adds strength and stretching to the end of the class.

7KH $UWKULWLV )RXQGDWLRQ ([HUFLVH 3URJUDP LV GHVLJQHG VSHFLĹŽFDOO\ for people with arthritis. It uses gentle activities to help increase MRLQW Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ DQG UDQJH RI PRWLRQ KHOS PDLQWDLQ PXVFOH strength and increase overall stamina. The exercises learned in this program should not replace therapeutic exercises prescribed by your therapist. No class July 4.

Instructor: Judy Mooney Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee, 9-week Mar. session: $53, Levy member; $63, nonmember Fee, $47, Levy member; $57, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514303A3 Mar 1-Apr 26 F 9:30-10:30am 514303B3 May 3-June 21 F 9:30-10:30am 524301A3 June 28-Aug 16 F 9:30-10:30am 524301B3 Aug 23-Oct 11 F 9:30-10:30am

Cardio/Strength & Stretch/Zumba GoldÂŽ Combo Sign up for both Cardio, Strength & Stretch and Zumba GoldÂŽ and save! All classes combine aerobic activity, strength training and stretching. Classes on M & W meet 10:30-11:30am; Friday classes meet 9:30-10:30am. No class May 27, Sept. 2. Instructor: Marla Lampert & Judy Mooney Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee, $91, Levy member; $101, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Fee, 5-wk April & Aug. sessions: $87, Levy member; $97, nonmem. Class # Dates Day Time 514308A3 Mar 4-Apr 26 M,W,F Varies 514308B3 Apr 29-June 21 M,W,F Varies 524321A3 June 24-Aug 16 M,W,F Varies 524321B3 Aug 19-Oct 11 M,W,F Varies

Feldenkrais: Awareness thru Movement $UH \RX KDYLQJ PRUH GLĹ?FXOW\ JHWWLQJ XS IURP WKH Ĺ?RRU FOLPELQJ VWDLUV RU ZDONLQJ" $UH \RX MXVW JHQHUDOO\ ĹŽQGLQJ \RXUVHOI uncomfortable in daily life? Awareness Through Movement classes can help you recapture the ease of movement you once KDG 3HRSOH RI DOO DJHV DQG DELOLWLHV PD\ EHQHĹŽW 1R FODVV 6HSW Instructor: Robin Sterling Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $57, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514328A3 Mar 1-Apr 19 F 10:30-11:30am 514328B3 Apr 26-June 14 F 10:30-11:30am 524309A3 June 21-Aug 9 F 10:30-11:30am 524309B3 Aug 16-Oct 11 F 10:30-11:30am

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Instructor: Susan Mendelsohn Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee, $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Fee, 7.5-wk June class: $62, Levy member; $72, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time 514329A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 10-10:45am 514329B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 10-10:45am 524310A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 10-10:45am 524310B3 Aug 20-Oct 10 Tu, Th 10-10:45am

Core for Better Balance & Strength This class integrates gentle, yet challenging, movements to LQFUHDVH Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ VWUHQJWK DQG EDODQFH $OO RI WKH H[HUFLVHV XVH mind/body techniques to increase memory and brain function and FDQ EH PRGLĹŽHG IRU EHJLQQLQJ WKURXJK LQWHUPHGLDWH VWXGHQWV 7KH routines can be performed standing or seated, so adults at any ĹŽWQHVV OHYHO ZLOO IHHO FRPIRUWDEOH SDUWLFLSDWLQJ 1R FODVV -XO\ Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Fee, 7.5-wk June class: $62, Levy member; $72, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time 514330A3 Mar 5-Apr 25 Tu, Th 11-11:45am 514330B3 Apr 30-June 20 Tu, Th 11-11:45am 524311A3 June 25-Aug 15 Tu, Th 11-11:45am 524311B3 Aug 20-Oct 10 Tu, Th 11-11:45am

Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi 7KLV SURJUDP ZDV VSHFLĹŽFDOO\ GHYHORSHG IRU SHRSOH ZLWK DUWKULWLV and other musculoskeletal conditions and is taught by an Arthritis )RXQGDWLRQ FHUWLĹŽHG LQVWUXFWRU *HQWOH VORZ PRYHPHQWV DQ upright stance and powerful healing qigong exercises help you increase mobility, improve balance, strengthen muscles, and release tension in your body without overstressing the joints. Instructor: Carolyn Martinez Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $47, Levy member; $57, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514323A3 Mar 12-Apr 30 Tu 2-3pm 514323B3 May 7-June 25 Tu 2-3pm 524303A3 July 2-Aug 20 Tu 2-3pm


BeMoved The instructor, a senior, is a professional dance student and FHUWLĹŽHG %H0RYHG LQVWUXFWRU ZKR FDQĂľW ZDLW WR VKDUH WKH MR\ of movement with you! This safe and fun GDQFH ĹŽWQHVV FODVV designed for seniors has a seated warm-up and cool-down. The middle section can be done standing or seated. Musical hits IURP \RXU HUD DUH SOD\HG DV \RX H[SORUH GLĹ?HUHQW GDQFH VW\OHV including Wild Cool and Swingin’ and the Roaring 20s. Instructor: Jane Leder Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. and older Fee: $76, Levy member; $86, nonmember Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Day Time 514309A3 Mar 5-Apr 23 Tu 12:30-1:30pm 524313A3 June 4-July 23 Tu 12:30-1:30pm

Indoor Walking Free Drop-in Indoor Walking If you are looking for a comfortable place to walk, come inside Chandler-Newberger’s gym for your exercise! Seventeen times around the gym perimeter is a mile; you decide your distance and speed. Questions? Please call Annett or Kevin at 847/448-8252.

Total Wellness This class now has a M,W,F option. The Friday time is 1pm. This comprehensive, balanced program includes aerobic movement, weight and resistance training, core strength exercises and VWUHWFKLQJ -RLQ XV IRU D JHQWOH \HW WKRURXJK ĹŽWQHVV FODVV WKDW ZLOO help you attain complete wellness. Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. and older M,W fee: $66, Levy member; $76, nonmember Length: 8 weeks M,W,F fee: $91, Levy member; $101, nonmember Length: 8 weeks April & August 7.5-week sessions M,W fee: $62, Levy member; $72, nonmember M,W,F fee: $87, Levy member; $97, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time 514306A3 Mar 4-Apr 24 M,W 11:30am-12:30pm 514306B3 Apr 29-June 19 M,W 11:30am-12:30pm 514306C3 Mar 4-Apr 26 M,W,F Varies 514306D3 Apr 29-June 21 M,W,F Varies 524318A3 June 24-Aug 14 M,W 11:30am-12:30pm 524318B3 Aug 19-Oct 9 M,W 11:30am-12:30pm 524318C3 June 24-Aug 16 M,W,F Varies 524318D3 Aug 19-Oct 11 M,W,F Varies

Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Days/Times: see the monthly drop-in schedule, available at the Center and at cityofevanston.org/chandler Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing

Seniors: Walk It Out! ,I D GDLO\ ĹŽWQHVV ZDON FRXOG EH SXW LQ D SLOO LW ZRXOG EH RQH RI WKH most popular prescriptions in the world! Walking can reduce the risk of many diseases–from heart attack and stroke to hip fracture and glaucoma. “Walk It Outâ€? to your favorite music in our Senior Walking Club, which meets in our beautiful gymnasium. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing Dates Days Time Feb 25-Aug 9 M, W, F 11am-2pm

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Athletics News & Events Public Skating and Rink Rentals &RPH WR 5REHUW &URZQ &RPPXQLW\ &HQWHU 0DLQ 6W NLFN RĹ? your shoes and put on your skates for indoor ice-skating! It’s best WR FDOO LQ DGYDQFH WR FRQĹŽUP WKH VFKHGXOH

Public Skating Schedule The Sun., March 10 session will be cancelled due to the speed skating competition. There also will be no public skating the weekend of March 15-17, due to an ISI skating event.

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Day Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat.

Time 4:30-5:45pm 6:15-7:30pm 6:15-7:30pm 7-9pm 4-5:30pm

Day Tues. Thurs. Fri. Sat.

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Main Rink Studio Rink Day Sat. Sun.

Time 7-9pm 2-4pm

Public Skating Admission Admission is $6 person, all ages and any day of the week.

Skate Rental You can rent skates for $3 per public skating session. Figure skates are available in sizes child 7 through adult 13. A limited supply of hockey skates is available in sizes child 10 through adult 6.

Skate More and $ave! A full-year pass valid for all Robert Crown Center public skating sessions is $100! 8SK8 Pass: Enjoy 8 weeks of cool skating this summer for just $30 –skate rental included! This pass is valid for all public ice skating sessions at the Robert Crown Center from June 10 through July 29.

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Public Skating

Skating Parties During Public Skate Sessions Host an indoor skating party for only $100 at Robert Crown Ice Complex. The Skating party package for up to 16 people includes ice time during any public skate session, 16 skate rental tickets and two tables in the East Lobby. You just bring the guests and refreshments! Additional skating tickets may be purchased for $5 each. The maximum seating capacity is 20. Advanced reservations are recommended and payment is required at time of booking.

Have a Cool Private Celebration! Celebrate your birthday or anniversary or invite your friends to Robert Crown Center for a private ice skating, hockey or broomball party! Skate rental is just $2 per pair and broomball equipment rental is $25 per party group. Advance registration is important, so please call 847/448-8258 today. Studio Rink Fee: $145/hour Main Rink Fee: $310/hour Non-prime time (11:30pm and later): Studio, $115/hour; Main, $240/hour

Speedskating Evanston Speedskating Club The Evanston Speedskating Club provides coaching and direction to youth (age 3+) and adults interested in improving their speedskating skills and/or wanting to compete in the sport. Through the Club, competition for all ages and levels is available throughout the season at local skating facilities. Club members are part of the Amateur Skating Association of Illinois. The club meets from 6-7pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from September through March 10 at Robert Crown Center. Summer sessions will be from 6:15 to 7:30pm on Thursdays from June 6-Aug. 15. The drop-in fee is $15. Speedskates are available for rental by club skaters. For details, please call John Rux at 773/327-7909 or visit evanstonspeedskate.com.

Speedskating Competition on March 10! Drop by Robert Crown Community Center and Ice Complex to see one of the fastest sports! The annual competition will take place from 8am-5pm on Sunday, March 10. Admission is FREE. The usual 2-4pm public skating session will be cancelled.

Broomball Adult Broomball League Games are played at convenient hours on Sundays. Three leagues are held: spring, Jan.-May; summer, June-August; and fall, Sept.Dec. Call Nanci Fragassi at Robert Crown Center at 847/859-7824.

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Hockey

Hockey Skills The basic skills of stick handling, shooting and passing will be introduced. Helmets with cages are mandatory. Hockey gloves, sticks, elbow pads, and shin guards are required and can be rented each week at no charge. Hockey skates may be rented at $2/session. Prerequisite: passing a basic skating class and/or the Hockey Director’s approval. No class July 7.

Pre-Learn to Skate Hockey This class is for the true beginner who has no prior skating experience. One adult (in skates) may accompany each child on the ice. Location: Robert Crown Center Studio Rink Age: 4-6 yrs. Fee: $62 R/$69 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 312520A3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 1:45-2:15pm

Mighty Mites Hockey This program allows children to engage in team play before the House League Minor Mite Level. Jerseys and socks are provided. Class meets twice a week (Sun. and Mon.). Location: Robert Crown Center’s Studio Rink Age: 4-6 yrs. Fee: 13-session April class: $110 R/$116 NR Fee: 22-session June class: $156 R/$165 NR Class # Dates Days Time 312535B3 Apr 7-May 12 Su 10:30-11:30am Apr 8-May 13 M 6-7pm 322510B3 June 2-Aug 11 Su 10:30-11:30am June 4-Aug 12 M 6-7pm

Learn To Skate Hockey In our most basic hockey skating class, participants learn how to fall and get up properly, as well as march, glide on two feet, stroke, swizzle, and dip! Students may wear a bicycle or in-line helmet and pads or use our equipment. Hockey skate rental is $2 per session. No class July 7. Prerequisite: None. 847/448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center Studio Rink Age: 4-8 yrs. Fee: 6-session April class: $62 R/$69 NR Fee: 10-session June class: $101 R/$114 NR Class # Dates Days Time 313580A3 Apr 3-May 8 W 3:45-4:15pm 313580B3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 2:15-2:45pm 313580C3 Apr 7-May 12 Su 1-1:30pm 322506A3 June 2-Aug 11 Su 1-1:30pm

Location: Robert Crown Center Studio Rink Age: 6-10 yrs. Fee, 6-session April class: $86 R/$74 NR Fee, 10-session June class: $112 R/$125 NR Class # Dates Days Time 312534A3 Apr 3-May 8 W 4:15-5pm 312534B3 Apr 6-May 11 Sa 3-3:45pm 312534C3 Apr 7-May 12 Su 1:30-2:15pm 322507A3 June 2-Aug 11 Su 1:30-2:15pm

Youth Hockey Leagues The Evanston Recreation Division and the Evanston Youth +RFNH\ $VVRFLDWLRQ (<+$ RōHU SDUWLFLSDWLRQ LQ \RXWK KRFNH\ in the House League or Travel Hockey programs at Robert Crown Ice Complex. Both House and Travel hockey organizations are FHUWLŎHG 86$ +RFNH\ SURJUDPV

House League Program The Mite program is administered as an in-house program emphasizing fun and learning. Squirt level and above players compete at neighboring North Shore rinks. The regular season begins with fall registration, team selection and practices, with WKH UHJXODU VHDVRQ UXQQLQJ 2FW )HE $ SOD\Rō WRXUQDPHQW IROORZV in March. Spring hockey leagues and clinics also are available! Those interested in playing or coaching should contact Joe Heaton, House Hockey Director, at 847/757-2181; Nanci Fragassi, Robert Crown Center Operations Manager, at 847/859-7824; or Scott Kirkpatrick, EYHA President, at 312/543-1457.

EYHA Travel Hockey EYHA administers the travel hockey program available at Robert &URZQ &HQWHU 7HDPV DUH RōHUHG IURP 0DMRU 0LWH WKURXJK KLJK school. Players have a more intense practice and playing schedule geared toward a higher level of competition. For more information, please contact Scott Kirkpatrick at 312/543-1457 or Nanci Fragassi, at Robert Crown Center, at 847/859-7824.

Adult Drop-In Hockey Full equipment is required. No checking is allowed. Location: Robert Crown Center’s main rink Age: 18 yrs. & up Schedule until May 14: Mon.-Friday, 1:15-2:45pm Schedule June 8-Aug. 17: Sat., 4:30-6:30pm Fee: $10 per session or buy a 10-use pass for $75.

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Athletics Figure skating lessons are held at Robert Crown Center. Lessons meet for 10 weeks. For more information, please call 847/448-8258

Class Fees & Information Fee Codes: R=Resident of Zips 60201 or 60202 NR= Nonresident Spring Fees: (March–May) Parent/Tot (per couple): $130 R/$143 NR 3, 3-5 or 4-5 Years: $97 R/$107 NR PreAlpha thru Delta: $130 R/$140 NR 2ō ,FH IHH YDULHV 45-minute Pre-Freestyle: $130 R/$140 NR 1-hour Pre-Freestyle or Freestyle: $150 R/$160 NR Specialized classes: fee varies Need to rent skates during class? Figure skates are available in sizes child 7 through adult 13. The fee is $2 per class. Which class is right for me or my child? Ages 3-5 should take a 3 Beginner or a 4-5 Beginner class. Ages 6 yrs.-adult should take a PreAlpha I class. Parents who wish to skate with their young children should sign up for the Parent/Tot Playtime. Parents with older children may sign up for a class on Saturdays at 11:15 a.m., so both of you can skate at the same time. Practice Makes Perfect! Practice ice is available every morning, at lunchtime and in the afternoon. Please pick up more information at the Robert Crown &HQWHU RŐFH Fee Assistance )HH DVVLVWDQFH LV DYDLODEOH WR TXDOLŎHG Evanston residents for Evanston Recreation Division classes.

Spring Figure Skating–All Ages

Learn to Skate (Age 3 through Adult) Parent Tot Intro to Ice PlayTime 3-5 years Class # Dates/Days Time 312521A3 Mar 4-May 6/M 12-12:45pm 312521B3 Mar 6-May 8/W 1-1:45pm 312521C3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 9:30-10:15am 312521D3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 12-12:45pm 3 Years Beginner 312522A3 Mar 4-May 6/M 312522B3 Mar 6-May 8/W 312522C3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312522D3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

1-1:30pm 9-9:30am 3:45-4:15pm 9:30-10am

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3:45-4:15pm 9-9:30am 9:30-10am 1-1:30pm 9-9:30am 10:15-10:45am

4-5 Years Intermediate/Advanced 312525A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 3:45-4:15pm 312525B3 Mar 6-May 8/W 9:30-10am 312525C3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 10-10:30am 312525D3 Mar 8-May 10/F 1:30-2pm 312525E3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 9-9:30am 5 Years-Teen PreAlpha I 312526A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 312526B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312526C3 Mar 8-May 10/F 312526D3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 312526E3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

5-5:45pm 4:15-5pm 4:15-5pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

5-Teen PreAlpha II 312527A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 312527B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312527C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 312527D3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

5-5:45pm 4:15-5pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

5-Teen Alpha I Class # Dates/Days 312528A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 312528B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312528C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 312528D3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

5-Teen Alpha II 312529A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 312529B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312529C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

4:15-5pm 5-5:45pm 11:15am-Noon

6-Teen Beta 312530A3 Mar 5-May 7/Tu 312530B3 Mar 6-May 8/W 312530C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

4:15-5pm 5:15-6pm 11:15am-Noon

6-Teen Gamma 312531A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 312531B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 312531C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

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6-Teen Delta 312532A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 312532B3 Mar 8-May 10/F 312532C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

5:15-6pm 4:15-5pm 10-10:45am

Adult PreAlpha 313548A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313548B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 313548C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

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Adult Alpha 313549A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313549B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 313549C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

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Accelerated Training Program Second Class Discount! If the same person takes non-specialized classes a week at the same level, the second class is half-price. You must register DW WKH 5REHUW &URZQ &HQWHU RŐFH WR JHW this discount.

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Advanced Classes 6 Year-Teen Preliminary Freestyle Class # Dates/Days Time 313553A3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 4-4:45pm 313553B3 Mar 8-May 10/F 4:15-5pm 313553C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 9:15-10:15am 6 Year-Teen Freestyle 1 313554A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313554B3 Mar 8-May 10/F 313554C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Year-Teen Freestyle 2 313555A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313555B3 Mar 8-May 10/F 313555C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Year-Teen Freestyle 3 313556A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313556B3 Mar 8-May 10/F 313556C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Year-Teen Freestyle 4 313557A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313557B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 313557C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

6-7pm 4:45-5:45pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Year-Teen Freestyle 5 313558A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313558B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 313558C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

6-7pm 4:45-5:45pm 10:15-11:15am

6 Year-Teen Freestyle 5 Plus 313559A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 6-7pm 313559B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 4:45-5:45pm 313559C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 10:15-11:15am 6 Year-Teen Freestyle 6 313560A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 313560B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 313560C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

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6 Year-Teen Freestyle 7 & up 313561A3 Mar 6-May 8/W 6-7pm 313561B3 Mar 7-May 9/Th 4:45-5:45pm 313561C3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 10:15-11:15am

Adult Specialized On-Ice Classes Adult Freestyle 1-3 $144 R/$154 NR Class # Dates/Days Time 313568A3 Mar 6-May 8/W, Sa 8:30-9:30pm

Specialized Advanced On-Ice Classes— Freestyle Level On-Ice Jumps Age 6+. Fee: $144 R/$154 NR Class # Dates/Days 313562A3 Mar 7-May 9/Th

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Power Skating Age 6+. Fee: $92 R/$102 NR 313564A3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

8:30-9am

Ice Dancing Age 6+. Fee: $144 R/$154 NR 313565B3 Mar 10-May 12/Su 6:40-7:40pm Axel Workshop F/S 4+ Age 6+. Fee: $144 R/$154 NR 313573A3 Mar 8-May 10/F

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Flow and Moves Age 6+. Fee: $92 R/$102 NR 313566A3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa

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Saturday Package Pre-F/S Thru F/S 4 Age 6-17. Includes Flow, Power & 1 Freestyle class. Fee: $180 R/$190 NR 313574A3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 8-10:15am Saturday Package F/S 5 & up $JH ,QFOXGHV )ORZ 3RZHU 2Ĺ? ,FH Conditioning and one Freestyle class. Fee: $225 R/$235 NR 313575A3 Mar 9-May 11/Sa 8-11:15am

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May 17–19 Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

May 17 at 7:30pm May 18 at 7:30pm May 19 at 2:30pm

$9 general seating; $10 reserved Robert Crown Center To reserve tickets, please call 847/448-8258.

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Athletics News & Events

Summer Figure Skating–All Ages

Learn to Skate (Age 3 through Adult)

Advanced Classes

Parent Tot Intro to Ice PlayTime 3-5 years Class # Dates/Days Time 322511A3 June 3-Aug 5/M 9:15-10am 322511B3 June 3-Aug 5/W 11-11:45am 322511C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 12-12:45pm

5 Years-Teen Alpha I Class # Dates/Days 322518A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322518B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322518C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 322518D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

Time 4:15-5pm 5-5:45pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

3 Years Beginner 322512A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322512B3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322512C3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322512D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

5 Years-Teen Alpha II 322519A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322519B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322519C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4:15-5pm 5-5:45pm 11:15am-Noon

6 Years-Teen Beta 322520A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322520B3 June 5-Aug 15/Th 322520C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4:15-5pm 5-5:45pm 11:15am-Noon

6 Years-Teen Gamma 322521A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322521B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322521C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

5:15-6pm 4:15-5pm 10-10:45am

6 Years-Teen Delta 322522A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322522B3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

5:15-6pm 10-10:45am

Adult PreAlpha 323503A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 323503B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 323503C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

7-7:45pm 1-1:45pm 11:15am-Noon

Adult Alpha 323504A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 323504B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 323504C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

7-7:45pm 1-1:45pm 11:15am-Noon

Adult Beta 323505A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 323505B3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

7:45-8:30pm 11:15am-Noon

Adult Gamma and Delta 323506A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 323506B3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

7:45-8:30pm 11:15am-Noon

Advanced Adult 323507A3 June 6-Aug 15/Th

1-1:45pm

9:15-9:45am 4-4:30pm 9:15-9:45am 9:30-10am

3 Years Intermediate/Advanced 322513A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 9:15-9:45am 322513B3 June 5-Aug 7/W 4-4:30pm 322513C3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 9:15-9:45am 322513D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 9:30-10am 4-5 Years Beginner 322514A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322514B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322514C3 June 7-Aug 9/F 322514D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 322514E3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4-4:30pm 3:45-4:15pm 9:15-9:45am 9-9:30am 10:15-10:45am

4-5 Years Intermediate/Advanced 322515A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 4-4:30pm 322515B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 3:45-4:15pm 322515C3 June 7-Aug 9/F 9:15-9:45am 322515D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 9-9:30am 5 Years-Teen PreAlpha I 322516A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322516B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322516C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 322516D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

5-5:45pm 4:15-5pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

5 Years-Teen PreAlpha II 322517A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322517B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322517C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 322517D3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

5-5:45pm 4:15-5pm 8:15-9am 11:15am-Noon

Don't Sign Up Too Soon for Summer classes! In order to be enrolled in the proper level class, please wait until you receive your spring class evaluation before you sign up for summer!

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6 Years-Teen Preliminary Freestyle Class # Dates/Days Time 322524A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 4:15-5:15pm 322524B3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 9:15-10:15am 6 Years-Teen Freestyle 1 322525A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322525B3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322525C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4:15-5:15pm 6-7pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 2 322526A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322526B3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322526C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4:15-5:15pm 6-7pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 3 322527A3 June 4-Aug 6/Tu 322527B3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322527C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

4:15-5:15pm 6-7pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 4 322528A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322528B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322528C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 9:15-10:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 5 322529A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322529B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322529C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 10:15-11:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 6 322531A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 322531B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 322531C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

6-7pm 5-6pm 10:15-11:15am

6 Years-Teen Freestyle 7 & Up 322532A3 June 5-Aug 7/W 6-7pm 322532B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 5-6pm 322532C3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 10:15-11:15am

Classes will not be held on Thursday, July 4. Summer specialized classes will meet for 9 weeks. Please see pg 62 for general GHVFULSWLRQV RI ŎJXUH VNDWLQJ FODVVHV and fee information. Fee assistance is DYDLODEOH WR TXDOLŎHG (YDQVWRQ UHVLGHQWV for Evanston Recreation Division classes.


Specialized Advanced On-Ice Classes—Freestyle Level Axel and Double Axel Fee: $150 R/$160 NR Class # Dates/Days 323531A3 June 3-Aug 5/M

Time 6:30-7:30pm

Flow and Moves Fee: $97 R/$107 NR Class # Dates/Days 322542A3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

Time 8-8:30am

On-Ice Jumps Fee: $124 R/$134 NR 332539A3 June 14-Aug 15/Th 4:15-5pm

Figures Fee: $88 R/$98 NR 322543A3 June 13-Aug 15/Th 11:15-11:45am

Saturday Package F/S Thru F/S4 Includes Power, Flow and one Freestyle class. Fee: $180 R/$190 NR 322535A3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 8-10:15am

Power Skating Fee: $82 R/$92 NR 322545A3 June 10-Aug 5/M 322545C3 June 14-Aug 9/F

Saturday Package F/S 5 & up ,QFOXGHV )ORZ 3RZHU 2Ĺ? ,FH &RQGLWLRQLQJ DQG RQH Freestyle class. Fee: $225 R/$235 NR 322536A3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa 8-11:15am

Edge and Flow Fee: $88 R/$98 NR 322548A3 June 13-Aug 15/Th 8:15-8:45am

Ice Dancing Fee: $130 R/$140 NR 322537A3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

12:15-1pm

Axel Workshop F/S 4+ Fee: $150 R/$160 NR 322540A3 June 7-Aug 9/F

5-6pm

Power Skating Fee: $97 R/$107 NR 322541A3 June 8-Aug 10/Sa

8:30-9am

11:15-11:45am 11:15-11:45am

Ice Dancing Fee: $88 R/$98 NR 322549B3 June 11-Aug 6/Tu

11:15-11:45am

Moves in the Field Class Fee: $97 R/$107 NR 322582A3 June 3-Aug 5/M

6:30-7pm

Spin Class Fee: $97 R/$107 NR 322590A3 June 3-Aug 5/M

7-7:30pm

High Power Fee: $88 R/$98 NR 322596A3 June 11-Aug 6/Tu

8:15-8:45am

6SHFLDOL]HG 2ʼn ,FH Classes—Any Age Advanced Jumps and Conditioning Fee: $150 R/$160 NR Class # Dates/Days Time 322539A3 June 6-Aug 15/Th 6-7pm Pilates Fee: $150 R/$160 NR 322550A3 June 12-Aug 7/W 322550B3 June 12-Aug 7/W

11am-Noon Noon-1pm

Ballet for Skaters Fee: $150 R/$160 NR 322564A3 June 11-Aug 6/Tu 322564B3 June 6-Aug 15/Th

1:15-2:15pm 1:15-2:15pm

Adult Specialized On-Ice Classes Adult Freestyle 1-3 Fee: $150 R/$160 NR Class # Dates/Days 323511A3 June 5-Aug 7/W

Time 8:30-9:30pm

Adult Freestyle and Practice Fee: $194 R/$204 NR 323509A3 June 7-Aug 9/F 7-8:30pm

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Ecology

All Ages

Special Events April 22–26 79 7XQH 2XW :HHN March 30 Arboretum Egg Hunt April 27 Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration May 6—10 National Drinking Water Week May 31 Evanston Green Ball fund-raiser for Evanston Ecology Center July 6 Fishing Frenzy August 17 Duck Race and Pluck

National Drinking Water Week Activities Local Water, Global Impacts, pg 17 Using a Rain Barrel, pg 68 Sunset Paddle, pg 69

Drinking Water Trivia Contest and Film Screening Learn about the importance of your drinking water, then answer questions posed by Greg Simetz from Right at Home. With each correct answer, you will win a prize! At 1pm on May 8, see the screening of Liquid Assets. This documentary focuses on the importance of water infrastructure and the role of the Water Utility in the country's public health, economic development and growth. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: Adults age 55+ Fee: FREE Length: 1 session Date Day Time May 6 M 10am-1pm May 8 W 11am-2pm

"Water Sports" Events Test your agility and knowledge with water relays on May 6, then represent your favorite country and try to medal at our "Water Olympics" on May 8. Prizes will be awarded. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Grades K-5 Fee: FREE Length: 1 session Date Day Time May 6 M 4-6pm May 8 W 4-6pm

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Community Gardens The Evanston Community Garden Recreation Program rents garden plots from mid-March through mid-November to Evanston residents; garden plots are not available for non-residents. There are four community garden sites: James Park Gardens on Oakton St.; Twiggs Gardens on Simpson St.; McCormick Gardens on McCormick Blvd.; and Lighthouse Gardens on Sheridan Road. Each site has water, wheelbarrows and wood chips available. Full plots are approximately 400 sq. feet ($85) and half-plots are about 200 sq. feet ($42.50). James Park Gardens and Twiggs Gardens also have raised beds. Plots not rented by returning gardeners are available to individuals in the spring. Prospective gardeners should register for the Community Garden Lottery by March 12. The lottery will be held on March 16 at the Evanston Ecology Center. To receive a lottery packet, stop by the Ecology Center or check online at cityofevanston.org/ecology. To ask that a packet be sent via e-mail, please contact Mary Jaminski at mjaminski@ cityofevanston.org or call 847/448-8256.


Fishing Free Access to Fishing This popular free program, which is sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, is a great way to introduce children age 5 and older to the “catch-and-releaseâ€? process. (TXLSPHQW EDLW DQG ĹŽVKLQJ H[SHUWLVH DUH SURYLGHG Drop by every Saturday, May through September, from 10am-1pm, at Lovelace Park, Gross Point Rd. at Thayer St. Kids under age 16 don't need a license, but must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Please call 847/448-8256. 'R \RX ORYH WR ĹŽVK" Turn to pg 62 for details about the Evanston 5HFUHDWLRQ 'LYLVLRQĂľV ND\DN ĹŽVKLQJ SURJUDP

Small Fry Science Introduce your child to the wonderful world of science! You and your child will make amazing discoveries with age-appropriate experiments, activities, projects, stories and songs. Topics are “Spring Equinoxâ€? on March 20; “Treesâ€? on April 17 and “Birdsâ€? on May 15. Preregistration required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: \UV PXVW EH DJH E\ ĹŽUVW FODVV

Fee per couple: $12 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Day Time 112138A3 Mar 20 W 6:30-7:30pm 112138B3 Apr 17 W 6:30-7:30pm 112138C3 May 15 W 6:30-7:30pm

Willow Baskets New!

Parent/Child Ecology Classes Nature Pals Spring Things You and your child will learn the wonders of spring through stories, songs, nature activities and walks in the Ladd Arboretum. We’ll use spring happenings as a tool to jump-start basic skills such as numbers, letters, colors and more! Children must be two \HDUV ROG E\ WKH ŎUVW FODVV 1R FODVVHV 0DUFK Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 2 yrs. Fee per couple: $88, EEA member; $96 R/$104 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 112137A3 Mar 12-May 7 Tu 10-11am 112137B3 Mar 13-May 8 W 10-11am

Tiny Trekkers Green and Growing $SULO VKRZHUV EULQJ 0D\ Ĺ?RZHUV 6SULQJ LV D JUHDW WLPH WR OHDUQ about plants! From seeds to leaves, you and your preschooler will explore the needs of plants, learn the parts of plants, and XQGHUVWDQG VRPH RI WKH EHQHĹŽWV RI SODQWV &ODVVHV LQFOXGH outside adventures, crafts, stories, songs and snacks. No class March 29. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee per couple: $128 EEA member; $136 R/$144 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 112139A3 Mar 15-May 10 F 10-11:30am

Struggling to think of something to give Mom for Mother’s Day? :KDW DERXW D KDQG PDGH ZLOORZ EDVNHW ZLWK Ĺ?RZHUV" /HDUQ DERXW basic basket-making materials and techniques, as well as basic Ĺ?RZHU DUUDQJHPHQW $W WKH HQG RI WKH FODVV \RX ZLOO EH DEOH WR WDNH KRPH \RXU KDQG PDGH EDVNHW ĹŽOOHG ZLWK D EHDXWLIXO Ĺ?RZHU arrangement! Preregistration required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 6 yrs. & up Fee per project: $15 R; $20 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days 112101A3 May 11 Sa

Time 11am-12:30pm

Make a Mosaic Create a pattern by arranging small colorful pieces of stone, tile and glass. Make a decorative stepping stone or plaque that you can keep in your garden or give as a gift. You can make a stone together as a family or join us for an adult-only session. Fee includes materials for 1 project. Register at least 1 week ahead. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 6 yrs. & up for Family Session Fee per project: $35 R/$40 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 112153A3 Apr 6 Sa 10-11:30am 112153B3 Apr 6 Sa 12:30-2pm

Session Family Adult

Spring Break Program Evanston Adventure Spring Break Mini-Camp 1HZ OLIH LV VSULQJLQJ DOO RYHU (YDQVWRQ DQG ZH DUH JRLQJ WR ĹŽQG LW all. See pg 73 for details.

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Ecology Backyard Habitats

Family Programs

New!

As the weather warms and animals return to Evanston, is your backyard ready for them? These classes prepare you and your backyard for animal visitors. On March 7, learn the basics of turning your backyard into a backyard habitat, including the SURFHVV RI FHUWLĹŽFDWLRQ WKURXJK WKH 1DWLRQDO :LOGOLIH )HGHUDWLRQ 2Q 0DUFK LGHQWLI\ EHQHĹŽFLDO SODQWV WKDW DWWUDFW EXWWHUĹ?LHV and take home a bat box. On April 11, we focus on all things birds, including houses, baths, and feeders. On April 18, learn to build backyard homes for amphibians and reptiles. You take something home from each class to transform your backyard into a Wildlife &HUWLĹŽHG +DELWDW 3UHUHJLVWUDWLRQ UHTXLUHG Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $15 per session Class # Date Day 112102A3 Mar 7 Th % 0DU 7K 112102C3 Apr 11 Th 112102D3 Apr 18 Th

Time 6:30-8pm SP 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Topic Backyard Basics %XWWHUĹ?LHV %DWV Birds Toad Abodes

Geocaching New! This hot new sport combines getting outside with technology! Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunt where players try to locate hidden containers called geocaches using a smart phone or GPS! We'll explore the science of orienteering with compasses and GPS, then hunt for real geocaches hidden in the Ladd Arboretum. If you already own a personal GPS (or a smart phone with GPS capabilities), please bring it to enhance your adventure. Preregistration required.

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Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $5 per person Class # Date Day 122104A3 Aug 3 Sa

Time 2-4pm

Leave No Child Inside The Ecology Center and the Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) are members of the Chicago Wilderness “Leave No Child ,QVLGHø FRDOLWLRQ (DFK PRQWK WKHUH V D GLĹ?HUHQW RXWGRRU DFWLYLW\ DW D GLĹ?HUHQW SDUN ,Q 0DUFK WKH WRSLF LV á5DLQ DQG 0XG ø *UDE your galoshes to come stomp and splash around in mud puddles in the Ladd Arboretum as only a child can. In April, create and race your very own boats made out of recycled materials at the pond in Lovelace Park! "Let’s Go Fly a Kite" in May at the Lighthouse Landing's sand dunes! You’ll also learn about the Child’s Outdoor Bill of Rights and enjoy outdoor adventures for the whole family. Events are held rain or shine, so dress for the weather! Location: Varies; see description above Age: 2 yrs. & up with a caregiver Fee: $5 per person per session Class # Date Day Time 112150A3 Mar 23 Sa 2-3:30pm 112150B3 Apr 20 Sa 2-3:30pm & 0D\ 6D SP

Topic Rain and Mud Boat racing .LWH Ĺ?\LQJ

Family Quest Adventure In this exciting treasure hunt, we will celebrate the natural and cultural history of Evanston. Ecology Center Quests are inspired by the award-winning program, Valley Quest, in New England. Complete these exciting quests as a family by working together as a team of at least one child and one adult. Each event includes a beginner and intermediate Quest option and the opportunity to create a stamp collection book for use in future Quest adventures.


Location: Varies; see below Age: 6 yrs. & up with a caregiver Fee: $6 per person Class # Dates Days 112155A3 Apr 7 Su 122110A3 Aug 25 Su

Time 1-3pm 1-3pm

Site Lovelace Park Lighthouse Landing

)DPLO\ &DPSĹŽUHV -RLQ WKH (FRORJ\ &HQWHU VWDĹ? IRU IXQ ĹŽOOHG FDPSĹŽUHV ZLWK QDWXUH themes. Each evening includes stories, songs and, of course, the ever-popular s’mores! Space is limited; preregistration is required by phone or in person at the Ecology Center. Location: Council Ring at Grosse Point Lighthouse Age: 2 yrs. & up Fee: $5 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Days Time Topic 113119A3 Apr 12 F 7-8pm Night Sky 113119B3 Apr 13 Sa 7-8pm Night Sky 113119C3 May 3 F 7-8pm Turtles 113119D3 May 4 Sa 7-8pm Turtles 123104A3 June 7 F 7-8pm Birds of Prey 123104B3 June 8 Sa 7-8pm Birds of Prey

Family Campout Introduce your family to camping close to home by spending the QLJKW XQGHU WKH VWDUV RQ /LJKWKRXVH %HDFK :HþOO KDYH D FDPSŎUH stories, songs, s’mores and breakfast in the morning. Four-person tents are available upon request for an additional fee. In case of severe weather, the program will be cancelled. Please note: swimming will not be allowed at any time. Location: Lighthouse Landing Age: 5 yrs. & up Fee: $50 per family (max. 5 people) plus $10 per tent; add’l family members $10 each Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 112152A3 May 18-19 Sa/Su 7pm to 9am

Leave No Child Inside–Get Lost! Take a break from TV reruns and explore the great outdoors! June marks Chicago Wilderness’s “Leave No Child Insideâ€? month. To FHOHEUDWH JUDE \RXU Ĺ?DVKOLJKW DQG MRLQ WKH (FRORJ\ &HQWHU IRU D VFDYHQJHU KXQW LQ WKH GXQHV IROORZHG E\ D FDPSĹŽUH DQG VĂľPRUHV Space is limited; preregistration is required by phone or in person at the Ecology Center. Location: Council Ring at Grosse Point Lighthouse Age: 2 yrs. & up Fee: $5 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 122129A3 June 28 F 6:30-8:30pm

Make a Solar Car You can build your very own solar-powered mini race car! Solar energy is the world’s cleanest energy and can be harnessed to power anything that runs on electricity. You’ll learn how solar energy works and test its powers with a car you build yourself. If weather permits, we will race at the end of class! Fee includes materials for one car per registration. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: All ages Fee: $30 per car Length: 1 session Class # Date Day 123103A3 July 20 Sa

Time 10-11:30am

Save the date: Evanston Green Ball The Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) and the City of Evanston will present the Second Annual Evanston Green Ball from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. on Fri., May 31 at the Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Supporters of green causes will gather, converse, eat, drink and dance the night away. Proceeds will keep the ball rolling for programs and operations at the Ecology Center. Highlights include a "Taste of Evanston" food sampling, live music E\ ORFDO EDQGV D GDQFH Ĺ?RRU DQG D SKRWR ERRWK KDYH \RXU SLFWXUH taken with Ecology Center "critters"). For updates, please visit evanstonenvironment.org/greenball.html or call 847/448-8256.

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Ecology

Teen & Adult

Using a Rain Barrel Water becomes an important resource–how can we better use and conserve it? Collecting rain water for use in the hot, dry months is an ancient practice that is still practical. You'll learn the basics of setting up and maintaining a rain barrel for your home, including style choices, placement and basic maintenance. You’ll also learn about basic home water conservation, safe uses of grey water, and how to conduct a water audit. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $12 per person Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 113135A3 May 8 W 6:30-8pm

Container Gardening A garden in a container is an easy, low-maintenance way to add color and interest to your yard, deck or balcony. Learn what to place in your garden and how to maintain the beauty through the changing seasons. Please specify when registering if you will need plants that thrive in full sun or shade and bring gardening gloves. A container and plants are included in the fee.

Intro to Birding

New!

Have you ever wished you could learn to identify neighborhood birds? In this exciting class at the Ecology Center, you can do just that! You will learn how to identify birds using size, shape, EHDNV KDELWV Ĺ?LJKW SDWWHUQV DQG ĹŽHOG PDUNV 3DUWLFLSDQWV DUH encouraged to bring binoculars, a notebook and pencil. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $10 per person Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 113142A3 May 2 Th 8-9:30am 113142B3 May 11 Sa 8-9:30am

Textile Dyes New!

Instructor: Mary Jaminski Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. & up Fee: $25 R/$30 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 113136A3 May 21 Tu 6:30-8pm

Herb Container Gardening +DYLQJ IUHVK KHUEV DYDLODEOH DGGV Ĺ?DYRU WR DQ\ PHDO &UHDWH D full-sun garden with herbs to enhance your favorite dishes. Bring gardening gloves; fee includes a container and plants. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. & up Fee: $30 R/$35 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 123109A3 May 28 Tu 6:30-8pm

Did you know that you can use natural items to create beautiful colors? Join us to learn about natural dyes, create your own naturally dyed yarns and practice basic weaving techniques. You will be able to take home your own dyed yarns and instructions for dyeing more textiles.

Canoeing

Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 18 yrs. & up Fee: $15 per person Class # Date Day 121101A3 Aug 24 Sa

Are you a birder who wants to paddle or a paddler who wants to spot birds? Either way, you’ll enjoy viewing our feathered residents during our May 4 “Birding by Canoe� trip. Binoculars will be available to borrow. On May 12, we’ll hold our popular Mother’s Day canoe trip. In honor of Leave No Child Inside Month, on the June 2 trip, we will catch and release canal creatures (insects, macroinvertebrates). Finally, you can celebrate Father’s Day during our June 16 excursion.

Time 10-11:30am

Canoe the Canal

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Canoeing

Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. & up Fee: $20, EEA member; $22 R/$24 NR Fee: child age 5-11 yrs.: $10 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 113120A3 May 4 Sa 8-10:30am 113120B3 May 12 Su 9:30am-Noon 123110A3 June 2 Sa 9:30am-Noon 123110B3 June 16 Su 9:30am-Noon

Sunset Paddle Join us for a paddle as we enjoy the North Shore Channel (canal) DW GXVN :HõOO VWDUW Rō DW WKH (FRORJ\ &HQWHU ZLWK VDIHW\ DQG FDQRH instruction and then we'll paddle on the canal until twilight. Maximum two adults and two children in one canoe. Please register by phone or in person at the Ecology Center. Program will be held unless there is lightning; dress appropriately. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. & up Fee, $20, EEA member; $22 R/$24 NR Fee, child age 5-11: $10 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 113106A3 May 5 Su 5-7pm

Canoe to Steak ’n Shake Join us for a paddle and lunch at Steak ’n Shake! We’ll start at the Ecology Center with safety and canoe instruction, then head south to the Steak ’n Shake on Oakton St., have lunch, rest and return to the Ecology Center full and happy! Maximum 2 adults and 2 children in one canoe. Please register by phone or in person at the Ecology Center only. Fee doesn't include cost of meal. Program is held unless there is lightning; dress appropriately. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. & up Fee, EEA member, $22; $26 R/$28 NR Fee, Child age 5-11 yrs.: $10 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 123111A3 July 21 Su 10am-3pm

No Parents Allowed New! This class is for teenagers only! Teens: leave your parents at home and meet new people while recreating on the North Shore Channel. Each session, we will perfect our paddling skills while exploring urban ecology in Evanston. “Birding by Canoe” gives you an opportunity to identify some of the birds that call the channel home. In June, look for deer, coyote, mink and beavers. Finally, in July, you’ll explore basic canoe maneuvers for a beginners' challenge course. Basic canoe instruction and safety is covered before heading out. Please register online, or by phone or in person at the Ecology Center only. Programs are held unless there is lightning; dress for the weather!

Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 12 yrs. & up Fee: $15, EEA member; $20 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days 112103A3 May 4 Sa 122105A3 June 2 Su 122105B3 July 13 Sa

Time 1:30-4pm 1:30-4pm 1:30-4pm

Topic Birding Mammals Challenge Course

Ecology/Nature Parties New Themes! Birthday Parties with Ecology Themes 7KH (YDQVWRQ (FRORJ\ &HQWHU RōHUV D PLQXWH WR KRXU SDUW\ SURJUDP IRU DJHV DQG ROGHU FKLOG PD[LPXP $ VWDō PHPEHU will lead nature-oriented games and hands-on activities for 45 minutes, then the room is open for treats and activities of your own. You supply decorations and treats. Topics include: Animal Party, Birds of a Feather, Bugs, Bugs, Bugs, Rocks, Fossils & Dinosaur Bones, Space Out, Reptile Romp and Potions and Concoctions. Three other topics are limited to partygoers age 8 and up: Nature Jewelry, Compass Course and Nature Rubber Stamping. Parties are available through Memorial Day from 10am to 4:30pm, seven days a week! Reservations are required at least two weeks in advance. The fee is $170 for Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) members, $185 for Evanston residents and $215 for nonresidents. Questions? Please call 847/448-8256.

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Leisure & Enrichment Self-Improvement Magic Class Children are sure to have a wonderful time as they learn fascinating tricks from a professional magician. While some tricks PD\ DSSHDU GLĹ?FXOW WKH\ DUH TXLFN WR OHDUQ DQG HDV\ WR SHUIRUP Tricks could involve cards, ropes, coins or mind reading. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit to take home. New tricks are taught at each session. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $20 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 212101A3 May 7 Tu 6:45-7:40pm 222101A3 July 30 Tu 6:45-7:40pm

Beginning Spanish Class Are you yearning to meet your lifelong goal to learn a foreign language? Planning a trip or business meeting? Have you ordered a tortilla but got an omelette? Come learn basic language tools for fun and functionality in daily life. No class March 26. Instructor: Adrienne Allen Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: eight weeks: $50, Levy member; $60, nonmember Fee: six weeks: $38, Levy member, $48, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time Length 514129A3 Mar 5-Apr 30 Tu 10am-Noon 8 weeks 524114A3 May 7-June 25 Tu 10am-Noon 8 weeks 524114B3 July 9-Aug 13 Tu 10am-Noon 6 weeks

Intermediate Spanish ÂżHabla espanol? This is a great chance to have fun while you refresh and review your Spanish language skills using a variety of sources and exercises. There will be lessons in grammar, verb tenses, moods, listening comprehension and conversation. This isn't a beginning class. No class March 28. Instructor: Adrienne Allen Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: eight weeks: $50, Levy member; $60, nonmember Fee: six weeks: $38, Levy member, $48, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time Length 514147A3 Mar 7-May 2 Th 10am-Noon 8 weeks 524102A3 May 9-June 27 Th 10am-Noon 8 weeks 524102B3 July 11-Aug 15 Th 10am-Noon 6 weeks

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Mesa Redonda The Mesa Redonda/Roundtable is a opportunity for the hispanohablante to chat in Spanish in a supportive learning environment with experienced, like-minded individuals about a range of topics, such as the visual and performing arts, news, sports, and more! ÂĄExploremos juntos! Location: Levy Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: 4 sessions: $25, Levy member; $35, nonmember Fee: 3 sessions: $20, Levy member, $30, nonmember Class # Dates Day Time Length 514130A3 Mar 4-25 M 10am-Noon 4 weeks 524115A3 May 6-20 M 10am-Noon 4 weeks 524115B3 July 8-29 M 10am-Noon 3 weeks

Brain.e.ology Brain.e.ology is a program designed to dispel the limiting myths of memory loss and aging. This class will give you a better understanding of how the brain works and the tools to incorporate EUDLQ ĹŽWQHVV DFWLYLWLHV LQWR \RXU GDLO\ OLIH 7RSLFV FRYHUHG LQFOXGH memory, language, creativity and logic. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 55 yrs. & up Fee: $25, Levy member; $35, nonmember Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514131A3 Apr 3-May 15 W 10am-Noon

American Red Cross Adult and Child CPR Class content covers performing rescue breathing, clearing an obstructed airway and performing one-rescuer CPR. You’ll also learn ways you can prevent injuring yourself and get tips on OHDGLQJ D KHDOWKLHU OLIH &HUWLŎFDWLRQ LV YDOLG IRU WZR \HDUV 7KH manual is included in the price and is the same one used for the First Aid Training. Before enrolling, be sure you will be able to arrive on time (or early) and can be present for every entire class period. Those who PLVV DQ\ SDUW RI D FODVV ZLOO QRW EH SHUPLWWHG WR ŎQLVK WKH VHULHV RI classes and fee will not be refunded. Instructor: Margaret Irvine Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 12 yrs. & up Fee: $79 R/$99 NR Length: 1 or 2 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612127A3 Apr 3-10 W 6-9pm 622103A3 June 15 Sa 9:30am-5:30pm


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Instructor: Margaret Irvine Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 12 yrs. & up Fee: $45 R/$55 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 622104A3 May 15 W 6:30-9:15pm

American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Youth who plan to babysit gain the leadership skills and knowledge necessary to safely and responsibly provide basic FKLOG DQG LQIDQW FDUH DQG ŎUVW DLG 3DUWLFLSDQWV UHFHLYH D &' 520 with a variety of useful information. Those who miss any part of a FODVV ZLOO QRW EH SHUPLWWHG WR ŎQLVK WKH VHULHV RI FODVVHV ZRQ W EH FHUWLŎHG DQG IHH ZLOO QRW EH UHIXQGHG Instructor: Margaret Irvine Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 11-15 yrs. Fee: $109 R/$139 NR Length: Varies Class # Dates Day Time 612123A3 Apr 17-May 8 W 6-8:30pm 612123B3 May 22-June 12 W 6-8:30pm 622102A3 June 19-July 10 W 6-9:15pm 622102B3 July 17-31 W 6-9:15pm

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$GG VRPH Ĺ?DYRU DQG VSLFH WR \RXU FKLOGĂľV 6DWXUGD\ PRUQLQJV Young chefs will have a great time as they make tasty morning snacks and learn that unprocessed food is the healthiest! Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-7 yrs. Fee: $55 R/$65 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 422182A3 June 22-Aug 10 Sa 9-10am

Night Out Programs Children have the community center all to themselves with friends for supervised fun, games and food. Kids: Pack a sleeping bag and your personal items. Participants must be picked up by 8am sharp on Saturday. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 4-13 yrs. Fee: $30 R/$ 40 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days/Time 422110A3 July 12-13 Fri., 8pm to Sat., 8am 422104A3 July 19-20 Fri., 8pm-to Sat., 8am

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Free Activities for Teens & Young Adults The Mayor's Super Summer Recreation Program will include free concerts, beach passes, ice-skating sessions, open gym times, roller skating, a talent show and performing arts activities. Visit youngevanston.com for details!

Learn to treat common injuries, including bites, burns, bleeding DQG VFUDSHV DV ZHOO DV ĹŽUVW DLG HPHUJHQFLHV VXFK DV VKRFN spinal injury and poisoning. You must attend the entire class to PHHW RĹ?FLDO 5HG &URVV FHUWLĹŽFDWLRQ UHTXLUHPHQWV &HUWLĹŽFDWLRQ LV valid for two years. Fee includes a manual. Instructor: Margaret Irvine Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 12 yrs. & up Fee: $72 R/$85 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 612106A3 Mar 20 W 6:30-9:30pm

Kitchen Kookery for Boys And Girls Have fun with your friends while you learn how to make your own snack without turning on the stove. Each week, you’ll make, taste and take home a treat. At the end of the course, you’ll receive your own book of your recipes and your own apron. No class March 26. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 8-13 yrs. Fee: 6-week spring class: $55 R/$65 NR Fee: 8-week summer class: $65 R/$75 NR 847/448-4311 cityofevanston.org

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Spring Break Camps New for teens & adults!

Spring Break Teen & Adult Tennis Boot Camp This one-week program is ideal for players who want to improve their tennis skills. Each 3-hour boot camp will focus on stroke production, strategy and match play situations. The camp is open to players of all skill levels. Register by March 20. Location: Evanston Township High School Fieldhouse Age: 15 yrs. & up Fee: $174 R/$198 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 613802A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 1-4pm

Spring Break Arts Camp: Wizards! From Merlin to Harry Potter to the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, the idea of people who study magic is woven through literature. In this fullday camp, the Cultural Arts Division folks will cover everything from magical beings to potions to foreseeing the future. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $200 R/$215 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 912202A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9am-5pm

Spring Break Arts Camp: Survival Skills, a Tribute Training Camp Inspired by recent YA literature that features an apocalyptical future, the Cultural Arts Division brings you a spring break camp that will get you in shape for whatever the future may hold: from archery to orienteering, star navigation to rope tying. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 9-14 yrs. Fee: $225 R/$245 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 912202A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9am-5pm

Spring Break Basketball Camp 'HGLFDWHG LQVWUXFWRUV RĹ?HU D IUHVK DSSURDFK WR WHDFKLQJ WKH contemporary fundamentals of basketball, with the ultimate goal of overall skill improvement by everyone. Games and contests are held daily to provide a more enjoyable experience. Campers are divided into age and skill divisions. Register by March 20. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Grades 1-6 Fee: $156 R/$192 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612266A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9am-Noon 612266B3 Mar 25-29 M-F 1-4pm

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6SULQJ %UHDN 9ROOH\EDOO &DPS Come learn the fundamentals and techniques of volleyball from RXU WHUULĹŽF YROOH\EDOO VWDĹ? RU LPSURYH WKH VNLOOV \RX DOUHDG\ possess. You will be work on drills in passing, setting and spiking, plus lots of game situation drills. Register by March 20. Instructors: Volleyball Professionals Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Grades 3-8 Fee: $90 R/$105 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612208A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 1-3pm 612208B3 Mar 25-29 M-F 3-5pm

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Spring Break Soccer Camp with Marx Succes This 4-day morning camp is for boys and girls interested in learning basic soccer techniques. Participants will improve their skills and learn game strategy. Kids: when spring soccer starts, you’ll surprise your teammates with your new skills! Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-12 yrs. Fee: $102 R/$122 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 212202A3 Mar 25-28 M-Th 9:30-11am

Spring Pee Wee Sports Camp Your wee one can go to spring break camp, too! Children SDUWLFLSDWH LQ VSRUWV DQG HYHQ JR RQ D ĹŽHOG WULS WR WKH ERZOLQJ alley. Join our popular summer sports camp counselors in this IXQ ĹŽOOHG DFWLRQ SDFNHG FDPS Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $98 R/$115 NR Length: 5 days Class # Dates Days Time 612207A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9-11:30am


Chess Wizards Spring Break Chess Camp Learn cool openings, midgames with all the pins, double attacks and more! Beginning- and intermediate-level players learn to play chess in a fun atmosphere. Bring lunch and a drink (snacks provided). Chess Wizards was named “the most successful chess program for kids� by the Illinois Chess Federation. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 5-14 yrs. Fee: $334 R/$384 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612205A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9am-3pm

Ecology's Evanston Adventure Spring Break Camp The Evanston Adventure Bus is leaving, so hop on! New life is VSULQJLQJ XS DOO RYHU (YDQVWRQ DQG ZH DUH JRLQJ WR ĹŽQG LW 9LVLW Lovelace Pond, Lighthouse Dunes and even a hidden playground to see what spring is like in every corner of your city. Games, crafts and mini-experiments make up our days, plus daily outside adventures in the Arboretum and beyond, so dress for the weather. Post-camp care is available (see below). Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: Grades K-5 Fee: $250 R/NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days 112201A3 Mar 25-29 M-F

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Basketball Skills Spring Break Camp Get ready for the summer basketball league. You’ll learn new skills and improve your current skills with daily warm-ups and scrimmages. Sign up now; space is limited! Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 4-10 yrs. Fee: $55 R/$60 NR Drop-in fee: $25 per day Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 412203A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 5-7pm

Run with Us Spring Break Camp Join us for a week of fun traveling to various Chicagoland locations, participating in indoor sports and trying your hand DW FRRNLQJ (DFK GD\ \RXĂľOO GR VRPHWKLQJ GLĹ?HUHQW ,Q á&KDW ø we’ll discuss the latest topics, including what’s happening on Facebook, Twitter and in our community. One afternoon is community service followed by a special evening event.

Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 14-15 yrs. Fee: $1 R/$2 NR Length: 5 days Class # Dates Days Time 412131A3 Mar 25-29 M-F Noon-6:30pm

Spring Excursion Enjoy a week of excursions and fun. When we’re not on one of WKUHH ŎHOG WULSV WKHUH ZLOO EH VFKHGXOHG DFWLYLWLHV DW WKH &HQWHU Every day is a new adventure! See below for extended care. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $215 R/$240 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 412202A3 Mar 25-29 M-F 9am-5pm

Spring Excursion Extended Care Extended care is available from 7:30-9am and 5-6:30pm. Register at least one week ahead in person or by calling 847/448-8254. Fee: am AND pm: $110 R/$115 NR Fee: am only or pm only: $50 R/$60 NR Class # Dates Days Time 412201A3 Mar 25-29 M-F AM & PM 412201B3 Mar 25-29 M-F PM only 412201C3 Mar 25-29 M-F AM only

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á7DNH RĹ?ø IURP 5REHUW &URZQ &HQWHU IRU D IXQ ĹŽOOHG YDFDWLRQ RI active play and exploration. We'll create “passportsâ€? and explore four countries to learn about their food, art and culture. Each day, we'll create an art project, sample or make food, and listen WR PXVLF UHSUHVHQWDWLYH RI WKH FRXQWU\ ZH DUH YLVLWLQJ $ ĹŽHOG trip to a museum will reinforce the topics discussed. We'll create our own stories, dine out in a family-friendly restaurant and use that experience to create our own restaurants. Also: indoor and outdoor sports and games, music and dance instruction, self-directed arts and crafts and sight-seeing in Evanston. Small groups are formed to promote individualized attention. Extended care is available: 7:30-9am and 4:30-6pm. Bring lunch; afternoon snacks provided. dkent@cityofevanston.org. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-12 yrs. Fee: 2 days: $105 R/$115 NR; Fee: 3 days: $150 R/$165 NR; Fee: 5 days: $210 R/$230 NR Class # Dates/Days Time # days 212201A3 Mar 25-29/M-F 9am-4:30pm 5 212201B3 Varies; specify days 9am-4:30pm 2 212201C3 Varies; specify days 9am-4:30pm 3 Do your kids love LEGOÂŽ? A summer camp for grades k-5 was added after the summer camp guide was printed. Over 100,000 bricks will be on hand, so young builders can engineer boats, bridges, motorized cars and more. Visit cityofevanston.org/ summercamps for details. 847/448-4311 cityofevanston.org

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Evanston Wilmette Community Golf Course Discounted Season Passes Now on Sale Buy now before the April 1 price increase! Mention this ad when buying to receive three additional free rounds for your guests. Help preserve and enhance our community course and unique green space. For more information, contact us at: 1030 Central St. 847-475-9173 evanstonwilmettecgc@gmail.com

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Mason Park Spring and Summer Drop-In Middle school kids have a great place to study, play and socialize. Parents/guardians will know that their children will be supervised when they attend this program. Every weekday, participants will receive homework assistance and have an opportunity to play games and socialize. Youth can also use computers, the latest and best gaming systems and the book nook. As the weather improves, participants will enjoy outdoor activities. Several trips are also planned this summer for low fees. No program on May 28, July 4. For more information, please call the Fleetwood-Jourdain Center at 847/448-8254. Location: Mason Park Field House Age: 11-13 yrs. Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing

Drop-in Programs Books and Basketball See pg 44 for details.

Spring Schedule (through June 15) Thurs., 3:30-6:30pm; Fri. & Sat., 3:30-9pm Summer Schedule (June 17-Aug. 24) Mon. through Fri., 1-7:30pm; Sat., 4-9pm Late Summer Schedule (August 27-31) Mon. through Fri., 2-5pm

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Let our center be your “home away from home.� FleetwoodJourdain Center’s comfortable lounge is an ideal place to socialize and play table games or Wii & Xbox games. No program May 28, July 4.

The City of Evanston will once again operate the Summer Food Service Program, a program of the Illinois State Board of Education. Free cold lunches will be provided to all youth age 0RQGD\ )ULGD\ RQ D ĹŽUVW FRPH ĹŽUVW VHUYHG EDVLV

Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 14 yrs. & up Length: Ongoing Dates Days Time June 17-Aug 9 M-F 7-9pm

/XQFK VLWHV DUH WKH 0DVRQ 3DUN ĹŽHOGKRXVH &KXUFK 6W DW )ORUHQFH Ave.), the parks adjacent to Fleetwood-Jourdain Center (1655 Foster St.) and Robert Crown Center (1701 Main St), and the James 3DUN ĹŽHOGKRXVH 'RGJH DW 0XOIRUG ZHVW RI /HY\ &HQWHU +RXUV IRU Mason Park and Fleetwood-Jourdain Center will be 11am-1pm; the hours for Robert Crown Center and James Park will be 11:30am1:30pm.

Friday Night Hang Out No school, no spending money and nowhere to go? Come hang out ZLWK VWDĹ? PHPEHUV DQG \RXU IULHQGV <RX FDQ VKRRW EDVNHWV LQ WKH gym, play table games or video games, listen to music, watch TV or go to a quiet area and chill with your favorite book or talk with your friends while listening to your music (without anyone telling you to turn it down). Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 11 yrs. & up Fee: FREE Length: 8 sessions Dates Day Time June 14-Aug 9 F 6-7:30pm

Lunches must be eaten on site and parents must accompany young children. The summer food service program is available to all eligible children without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap. No lunch will be served on July 4. Questions? Please call Betsy Jenkins, Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Manager, at 847/448-8254.

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Leisure & Enrichment After-School Programs “Out of Skool Timzâ€? Program This after-school environment encourages recreation, education and creativity, and every Friday is Fun Friday! Children arrive on the Evanston Recreation Division bus, participate in structured gym activities, followed by a nutritious snack. Children receive homework assistance and monitoring. Pottery, poetry, drama and SXSSHWU\ DUH RĹ?HUHG 7KH SURJUDP PHHWV RQ DOO 6FKRRO 'LVWULFW #65 institute and in-service days, school holidays and during school breaks. For more details about bus service, contact the center. Register only at Fleetwood-Jourdain Center. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Monthly fee: $160 R/$185 NR Dates Days Time Through June 12 M-F 2:30-6:30pm

Middle School Knowledge “Barz� Our Knowledge “Barz� is a free, drop-in program that enhances and encourages a healthy atmosphere so students can study and discuss homework and complete other school-related projects. They have access to the children’s library in the Arts + Crafts room and the young adult library in the Art Gallery. No program May 27. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: Grades 6-8 Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing during school year Dates Days Time Through June 12 M-F 2:30-7pm

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Fleetwood-Jourdain Middle School Computer Hub Middle school students can stop by the center, gather in small study groups and have access to wireless laptop computers. No program May 27. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing during school year Dates Days Time Ongoing M-F 3:30-7pm In-Service Day hours: 1-6:30pm School Holiday hours: 9am-7pm

Creative Recreation: “Artxâ€? This program helps parents who need supervised care for their FKLOGUHQ GXULQJ 6FKRRO 'LVWULFW GD\V RĹ? &KLOGUHQ SDUWLFLSDWH in arts time and two recreation periods, including dance, drama DQG ĹŽWQHVV FODVV $W WKH HQG RI WKH GD\ FKLOGUHQ SXW RQ DQ “eXtravaganzaâ€? showcasing what they have learned. Bring a sack lunch; afternoon snack is provided. Extended care is available from 7-9am and 5-7pm for $14 for a.m. or p.m.; the fee is $25 for a.m. AND p.m. if you sign up for both at the same time. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: Grades K-8 Fee: $50 R/$80 NR Length: one session Class # Date Day Time 452103J3 Mar 4 M 9am-5pm


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Dismissal from school and transportation to Chandler-Newberger Supervised Lunch-Children should bring their own lunch and drink Supervised Open Gym Elective Rotation 1 Elective Rotation 2 Clean Up and pick up at Chandler-Newberger

During each elective rotation, children will choose from several activities, which will vary each Wednesday. Activities include: LEGO® building, art projects, Wii and board games, and organized gym games, such as basketball, dodgeball and kickball. Grades: K-5 Time: Noon-3:30pm Fee, Early-Bird Rate per class #: $25 R/$35 NR; Fee, Late Registration per class #: $40 R/$50 NR. To receive the early-bird rate you must register before the registration deadline for EACH program. Registrations are not accepted after the closing date. Class # Date Early-Bird Deadline Registration Closes 631123F3 Apr 10 Mar 27 Apr 3 631123G3 May 1 Apr 17 Apr 24

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Parents who need their child to stay past 3:30pm can register for our extended care Lounge and Learning program from 3:30-6pm. 2XU VWDō ZLOO EH DYDLODEOH WR PDNH VXUH FKLOGUHQ DUH ZRUNLQJ RQ their homework (help will be available), eating a healthy snack, and having fun! Activities will vary each day but may include art projects, board games, outdoor play or Wii games. Contact Michelle at 847/448-8681 to register. Fee: $18 per day

6FKRRO 'D\V 2ō 3URJUDP DW &KDQGOHU 1HZEHUJHU Center Parents, are you looking for a safe location for your child to go on school non-attendance days or half days? This program will give \RXU FKLOG D VDIH DQG IXQ SODFH WR JR 6WDōHG E\ RXU IULHQGO\ DQG fun coaches, the program will give children an opportunity to take advantage of a variety of activities from art to LEGO® building to gym games and activities. For more info., contact Michelle Tompkins at 847/448-8681. Transportation will be provided by District 65. Registered children will be taken to Chandler-Newberger upon dismissal. To register for bussing from your child’s school to the Chandler-Newberger Center, please contact Roger Allen at 847/424-2425.

Half-Day Programming Dates: April 10 and May 1 Students will be picked up at school and brought to the Chandler-Newberger Center by District 65.

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Leisure & Enrichment Special Recreation programs are for people with special needs.

Programs emphasize individual development in a wide range of leisure areas including sports, culture, social, after-school and special events.

Saturday Bowling Get ready to roll! Basic to advanced bowling skills are practiced LQ WKLV UHFUHDWLRQDO ERZOLQJ SURJUDP 5HĹŽQH \RXU ODQH DSSURDFK and delivery while socializing with others. Game, shoe rental and WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ DUH SURYLGHG 'URS RĹ? SLFN XS DW 5REHUW &URZQ Center. No class May 25.

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Bowling/Fitness Training Combo Sign up for both classes and save! This is our “keep in good KHDOWKø FRPER -RLQ XV LQ WKH PRUQLQJ IRU ĹŽWQHVV WUDLQLQJ WKHQ change your clothes and grab a bite to eat. Be sure to bring your own lunch or bring money for food from the snack shop at Robert Crown Center. Transportation will be provided to and from Robert Crown Center. No class May 25. Location: 5REHUW &URZQ &HQWHU DQG %UXQVZLFN =RQH 'HHUĹŽHOG Age: All ages Fee: $195 R/$225 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815007A3 Apr 13-June 8 Sa 10:30am-2:30pm

Recreational/Aerobic Swim

Location: %UXQVZLFN =RQH 'HHUĹŽHOG Age: All ages Fee: $145 R/$160 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815006A3 Apr 13-June 8 Sa Noon-2:30pm

Splash into shape! Our recreational/aerobic swim program is WDLORUHG WR \RXU DELOLW\ 7KH HPSKDVLV LV RQ LQFUHDVLQJ Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ muscle tone and range of motion, while having fun and learning a new leisure skill. The pool and locker room are wheelchair accessible. Locker room assistance can be provided. No class May 28.

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Location: McGaw YMCA Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815312A3 Apr 15-June 10 M 8-8:45pm

6WDUW \RXU ZHHNHQG ZLWK PRUH HQHUJ\ DQG Ĺ?H[LELOLW\ 7KLV RQH hour class will take you from stretches and warm-ups to some adaptive low impact aerobics, to a relaxing cool-down. See our training combo for even more fun! No class May 25. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: All ages Fee: $75 R/$90 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815309A3 Apr 13-June 8 Sa 10:30-11:30am Program questions? Please call Leonard Woodson, Special Rec. Program Manager, at 847/448-8044. To register, call 3-1-1 (847/448-4311).

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Special Olympics Track & Field Meet 7KH $UHD 7UDFN )LHOG PHHW LV \RXU RSSRUWXQLW\ WR VKRZ RĹ? your hard work this winter. You'll compete against other athletes in Area 18 to earn a spot to go to the Summer Games! Athletes PXVW KDYH DQ XS WR GDWH PHGLFDO DSSOLFDWLRQ RQ ĹŽOH LQ WKH 6SHFLDO 5HF RĹ?FH DQG PXVW KDYH EHHQ WLPHG GXULQJ WKH :LQWHU VHVVLRQ RI WUDFN DQG ĹŽHOG SUDFWLFH 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ WR IURP WKH PHHW LV provided from Robert Crown Center.


Location: Hersey High School, Arlington Heights Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $40 R/$55 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 815314A3 Apr 28 Su 8am-4pm

Special Olympics Swim Team Practice Work on your swimming techniques and improve your speed and endurance for competitive and recreational meets. The pool and ORFNHU URRP DUH ZKHHOFKDLU DFFHVVLEOH 6WDĹ? LV DYDLODEOH WR DVVLVW in the locker room prior to the class. No class May 26. Location: McGaw YMCA Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815813A3 Apr 15-June 10 M 8:45-9:30pm

Adult Track and Field It’s time to limber up and stretch to prepare for the 2013 Area 18 Track and Field Meet. Personalized training will be provided HDFK ZHHN :HDU ORRVH ŎWWLQJ FORWKLQJ DQG DWKOHWLF VKRHV WR each practice. Join us for this program to get in shape and stay in VKDSH <RX GR QRW KDYH WR FRPSHWH LQ WKH WUDFN PHHW WR EHQHŎW from this program. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 12 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$90 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815816A3 Apr 16- June 4 Tu 6:30-8pm

Basketball Special Recreation is running a great Special Olympics basketball SURJUDP RQ 7KXUVGD\ QLJKWV &RPH VKRZ RĹ? \RXU VNLOOV DV ZHOO DV work on drills. You’ll get an early start preparing for next year’s basketball meet. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $75 R/$90 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815821A3 Apr 18-June 6 Th 7:30-9pm

16th Annual Weekend Family Camp There will be a weekend full of activities for all ages, including RXWGRRU QDWXUH DFWLYLWLHV VSRUWV TXLHW SOD\ WLPH ŎWQHVV DQ LFH FUHDP VRFLDO VþPRUHV RYHU WKH FDPSŎUH DQG RXU IDPRXV FDPS awards! Come alone or with your family; you’re sure to have a great time. Fee includes transportation, lodging and meals. Space is limited; the sign-up deadline is March 9.

District Swim Meet The Special Olympics District Aquatics Meet is your chance to show how hard you worked this winter. You will be competing against other athletes to earn a spot to go to the State Summer Games in 2013. You must have an up-to-date medical application RQ ĹŽOH DW WKH 6SHFLDO 5HFUHDWLRQ RĹ?FH 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ ZLOO EH provided to and from Robert Crown Center. Register by Feb. 8. Location: Lake Forest College, Lake Forest Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $40 R/$55 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 815801A3 Mar 23 Sa 7am-3pm

Special Olympics Athlete Party If you have been looking for a chance to celebrate your Special Olympics accomplishments, then here it is! Special Recreation is inviting athletes, parents and volunteers to see how all that hard WUDLQLQJ KDV SDLG RĹ? 7KH HYHQLQJ ZLOO LQFOXGH GLQQHU DQG GDQFLQJ ZLWK PXVLF SURYLGHG E\ D ' - 7KLV ZLOO EH RXU RĹ?FLDO VHQG RĹ? IRU all the athletes who qualify to compete in the Summer Games in Bloomington in June. Registration deadline: Friday, May 10. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $20 R/$25 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 815115A3 May 18 Sa 5-9pm

Special Olympics Bowling Meet It’s time to get those strikes and spares as you compete in the Area 18 Special Olympics Bowling Tournament. Gold medalists will qualify to compete at the District Meet in early fall. You must KDYH D FXUUHQW PHGLFDO DSSOLFDWLRQ RQ ĹŽOH LQ RXU RĹ?FH DQG PXVW KDYH SDUWLFLSDWHG LQ RXU ERZOLQJ SURJUDP 3LFN XS DQG GURS RĹ? available from Robert Crown Center. Registration deadline: May 6. Location: Elk Grove Bowl, Elk Grove Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $35 R/$50 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 825802A3 June 1 Sa 8am-3pm

For trips leaving from Robert Crown Center, be sure to arrive 10 minutes earlier than the start time listed. All Special Recreation programs are adapted WR ĹŽW WKH QHHGV RI DOO SDUWLFLSDQWV

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Leisure & Enrichment Special Recreation programs are for people with special needs.

Special Recreation

Spring Ecology We are going to spend another spring session enjoying the wonders of nature at the Evanston Ecology Center. There will be indoor and outdoor activities to get everyone a little closer to nature. Transportation can be arranged through the school district for District #65 students. No class May 1. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $130 R/$155 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815108A3 Apr 17-June 5 W 3:30-5pm

After-School Swim Join us for an hour of fun in the pool! Our after-school swim SURJUDP LV EDFN WKLV VSULQJ WR FDWHU WR \RXU RZQ VSHFLĹŽF VZLP level. Enrollment space is limited, so be sure to sign up early! Assistance in the locker room is provided. Transportation for students attending District #65 schools can be arranged by contacting the school district.

Special Recreation After School Chef’s Mates It’s time to put on the aprons and cook some goodies! Join your friends and volunteer chefs as we roll up our sleeves and set the table! This program is co-sponsored by the Park School Principal/ Parent Advisory Team and the City of Evanston. Space is limited! Be sure to register by April 5. Transportation to the program for students attending District 65 schools can be arranged through the school district. No class May 27. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $130 R/$155 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815822A3 Apr 15-June 10 M 3:30-5pm

Tempo Time We will be continuing our new music and movement program called aut-erobics. This sensory integration program uses music and movement to connect the right and left sides of the brain and is designed to improve motor and cognitive skills of individuals, especially those who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Program participants will follow a pattern of PRYHPHQWV ZKLOH OLVWHQLQJ WR GLĹ?HUHQW PXVLF DQG WHPSRV (DFK week a new object will be integrated into the movement. A relaxation period will wrap up each session. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $130 R/$155 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815606A3 Apr 16-June 4 Tu 3:30-5pm

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Location: McGaw YMCA Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $165 R/$190 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815310A3 Apr 18-June 6 Th 3:30-4:30pm

After-School Track and Field It’s time to limber up and stretch to prepare for the 2013 Area 18 Track and Field Meet. Personalized training will be provided RQFH D ZHHN 3OHDVH ZHDU ORRVH ŎWWLQJ FORWKLQJ DQG J\P VKRHV WR each practice. Join us for this program to get in shape and keep in VKDSH <RX GR QRW KDYH WR FRPSHWH LQ WKH WUDFN DQG ŎHOG PHHW WR EHQHŎW IURP WKLV SURJUDP Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $130 R/$155 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 815311A3 Apr 19-June 7 F 3:30-5pm

Summer Programs Special Olympics State Games Here’s what you have been training for all year! You have a chance to go for the gold at the Special Olympics Summer Games. To attend, you must have received a gold medal at the bocce, swim RU WUDFN PHHW 3LFN XS DQG GURS RĹ? DYDLODEOH IURP 5REHUW &URZQ Center. If you have any questions, call the Special Recreation RĹ?FH DW Location: Illinois State University, Bloomington Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $180 R/$210 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates/Days/Time 825803A3 Fri., June 14, 7am to Sun., June 16, 3pm


Bocce Here is your chance to practice before the Special Olympics Bocce Meet! If you are looking for a sport that is as fun and as easy to play as bowling, but uses lighter equipment, then bocce is the sport for you. We will work on throwing skills, as well as play actual games. Location: Lovelace Park, Gross Point Rd. at Thayer St. Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $50 R/$55 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 825801A3 June 23-July 28 Su 10:30am-Noon

Chicago Rush The Arena League and our hometown Chicago Rush are back! Join us as we watch the Rush in action as they work toward another championship season. Bring money for food/souvenirs. Transportation provided to/from Robert Crown Center. Location: Allstate Arena, Rosemont Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $30 R/$35 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 825006A3 TBD Sa Evening; TBD

Fourth of July Parade You’ll start your holiday with a trip down Central Street in Evanston’s Annual Fourth of July Parade. Transportation will be provided during the parade. All Special Recreation participants, athletes, friends, and family members are invited to march. Call WKH 6SHFLDO 5HFUHDWLRQ RĹ?FH DW IRU RXU GURS RĹ? location. Age: 8 yrs. & up Length: 1 session Fee: FREE Class # Date Day 825003A3 July 4 Th

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Park Camp Park Camp is held in conjunction with School District #65’s Park School Special Education Program. Students will participate in UHFUHDWLRQ DFWLYLWLHV VXFK DV VZLPPLQJ VSRUWV ŎHOG WULSV DUWV crafts, and an end-of-camp barbeque. This program operates full days for 3 weeks for students who attend Park School. Location: To be announced Age: School age Fee: $300 R/$340 NR Length: 3 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 825206A3 July 8-2 M-F 9am-3pm

Special Needs Aquatic Program (S.N.A.P.) 6SHFLDO 5HFUHDWLRQ LV WHDPLQJ XS DJDLQ ZLWK WKH ODNHIURQW VWDĹ? WR RĹ?HU WKLV IXQ DTXDWLF SURJUDP WKDW WHDFKHV ZDWHUFUDIW DQG RWKHU aquatic skills. All participants must be able to swim at least 50 \DUGV LQGHSHQGHQWO\ D VZLP WHVW ZLOO EH JLYHQ RQ WKH ĹŽUVW GD\ WR all participants). Snacks will be provided at the programs. Be sure

to sign up early, as space is limited. Registration deadline: Fri., June 28. If a rain date is needed, it will be August 9. Location: Dempster St. Launch Facility Age: 8 yrs. & up Fee: $130 R/$155 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 825208A3 July 12-Aug 2 F 4-6pm

Saturday Bowling Get ready to roll! Basic to advanced skills are practiced in this UHFUHDWLRQDO ERZOLQJ SURJUDP 5HĹŽQH \RXU ODQH DSSURDFK DQG delivery while socializing with others. Game, shoe rental and transportation are provided. Location: Brunswick Lanes, Northbrook Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $120 R/$140 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 825804A3 July 13-Aug 17 Sa Noon-2:30pm

Camp R.E.A.L. R.E.A.L. stands for Recreation/Ecology At Lovelace! Looking for something fun to do in August? Sign up today for Camp R.E.A.L., a camp designed for youth age 3-21 with and without disabilities. This mini-session will address ecology and fun. Be prepared for sports, crafts, ecology activities and playtime at beautiful /RYHODFH 3DUN 7ZR ĹŽHOG WULS DUH LQFOXGHG $OO FDPSHUV VXSSO\ WKHLU own lunches. Drinks and snacks provided daily. Space is limited; the registration deadline is July 2. 847/448-8044. Location: Lovelace Park, Gross Point Rd. at Thayer St. Age: 3-21 yrs. Fee: $330 R/$380 NR Length: 2 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 825207A3 Aug 12-23 M-F 9:30am-2:30pm

Summer Cruise Nothing says summer better than spending time on a scenic trip on Geneva Lake. Join your friends from Special Recreation for a relaxing daytime cruise. Be sure to bring money for lunch. Transportation will be provided to and from Robert Crown Center. Registration deadline: August 9. Location: Lake Geneva, Wisconsin Age: 3 yrs. & up Fee: $30 R/$35 NR Length: 1 session Class # Date Day Time 825005A3 Aug 1 Su 9:30am-3pm

Program questions? Please call Leonard Woodson, Special Rec. Program Manager, at 847/448-8044. To register, call 3-1-1 (847/448-4311).

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Computer–Adults 55+

Introduction to the iPad 7KLV KDQGV RQ FODVV WHDFKHV \RX ORWV RI IXQ VWXō \RX QHYHU NQHZ existed, while you become more comfortable using your new iPad! Fee: $80, Levy member; $90, nonmember Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514115A3 Apr 10-24 W 10am-Noon 524131A3 June 5-19 W 10am-Noon

Introduction to eBay Ever wanted to buy or sell something online or view an online auction? You'll have the ultimate hands-on action experience using eBay. Prerequisite: comfort using mouse, keyboard. Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 514118A3 May 2-23 Th 10am-noon 524132A3 July 12-Aug. 2 F 10am-noon

Introduction to Facebook New! Become a member of the world’s largest social network! Facebook reconnects you to old acquaintances. No prerequisite, but keyboard and mouse experience will help you navigate. Fee: $60, Levy member; $75, nonmember Length: 2 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524129A3 Aug. 9-16 F 10am-noon

Introduction to e-Mail and the Internet Computers revolve around the Internet, so knowing how to use the Internet while understanding safety and security is essential. Students in this hands-on class will learn safe browsing and VXUŎQJ KDELWV 3UHUHTXLVLWH %DVLF PRXVH VNLOOV Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 514128A3 May 8-29 W 10am-Noon 524154A3 June 7-28 F 10am-Noon

Introduction to the iPhone This hands-on class teaches you to back-up your iPhone to your computer; send/receive text messages; use e-mail (including voice dictation); cut/copy/paste; and download free applications. Fee: $80, Levy member; $90, nonmember Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524130A3 June 25–July 9 Tu 10am-noon

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Digital Camera 1 Learn your camera’s hidden secrets to take great photos! Learn to transfer pictures from the camera to a computer, organize photos into folders and adjust quality. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Windows XP or Vista and comfort with mouse and keyboard. Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524112A3 Aug 8-29 Th 10am-Noon

Beginning Computer 1 You will learn to use the mouse and be introduced to the computer screen. Each student receives hands-on tutoring to build FRQŎGHQFH DQG RYHUFRPH ÷FRPSXWHU SKRELD ø 1R SUHUHTXLVLWH Instructor: Sol Koppel Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514116A3 Apr 9-30 Tu 10am-noon 523109A3 June 6-27 Th 10am-noon


Beginning Computer 2 You'll learn to access Microsoft Windows programs and basic keyboarding skills, plus a more comprehensive approach to using WKH PRXVH WR EXLOG FRQĹŽGHQFH 1R SUHUHTXLVLWH Instructor: Sol Koppel Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 514164A3 May 7-28 Tu 10am-noon 523111A3 July 11-Aug. 1 Th 10am-noon

Intermediate iPhone Learn the hidden secrets of your iPhone. This hands-on class challenges you to edit text (for use with e-mail and notes,) organize icons and folders, use MMS with photos and video attachments and other functions. Prerequisite: Intro. to iPhone or equivalent. Fee: $80, Levy member; $90, nonmember Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524133A3 July 16-30 Tu 10am-noon 524133B3 Aug. 7-21 W 10am-noon

Intermediate iPad Learn the hidden secrets of your iPad. This hands-on class challenges you to use cut, copy and paste functions; edit text (for use with e-mail and notes); organize icons and folders; use SMS and e-mail with photos, video attachments and many other functions. Prerequisite: Intro. to iPad or equivalent. Fee: $80, Levy member; $90, nonmember Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 524134A3 June 26-July 10 W 10am-Noon 524134B3 Aug. 6-20 Tu 10am-Noon

0LFURVRIW 2Ĺ?FH %RRW &DPS Sharpen your skills and expand your knowledge on the most ZLGHO\ XVHG RĹ?FH VRIWZDUH DQG JHW UHDG\ WR JR EDFN WR ZRUN 6LJQ up for one class or all of them. This is not a class for beginners; \RX ZLOO EUXVK XS RQ VNLOOV QRW OHDUQ WKHP IRU WKH ĹŽUVW WLPH Fee: $15, Levy member; $30, nonmember Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 514117A3 Apr 11 Th 10am-Noon 514117B3 Apr 18 Th 10am-Noon 514117C3 Apr 25 Th 10am-Noon 524135A3 July 12 F 10am-Noon 524135B3 July 17 W 10am-Noon

Class Word Excel PowerPoint Word Excel

Masters Class This class helps students sharpen their overall computer skills. This class is for students who want to get better use out of their computer and explore the many hidden possibilities. Instructor: Shar Wyatt Fee: $100, Levy member; $120, nonmember Length: 4 two-hour sessions Class # Dates Day Time 514151A3 Apr 9-30 F 7:30-9:30am 514151B3 May 3-24 F 7:30-9:30am 524106A3 June 7-28 F 7:30-9:30am 524106B3 July 12-Aug 2 F 7:30-9:30am 524106C3 Aug 9-30 F 7:30-9:30am

One-on-One Training for Ages 18+ Have you upgraded your technology, but don’t have time to learn the shortcuts? Sign up for one-on-one sessions at the Levy Center with a computer instructor from Computer Training and Support Services! Adults of all ages are welcome. The cost per hour is $55 for a Levy Center member and $70 for all other adults.

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Leisure & Enrichment Beaches now open for the season starting Memorial Day weekend! A beach token or daily pass is needed IRU DGPLVVLRQ WR (YDQVWRQõV ŎYH SXEOLF swimming beaches.

Beach Information & Hours Beaches open: May 25 through Sept. 2 (Labor Day) Beach hours: May 25-June 14: 10:30am-6pm June 15-Sept. 2: 10:30am-7:30pm Recorded message with lake and water conditions: 847/859-7822 Free beach days: Mondays from July 8 through August 26, 2013 for Evanston residents at Clark St. Beach Daily beach passes: $8 for those age 12 and older $6 for children age 1-11 Free for children under age one Daily passes are sold at beach entrances Season beach tokens: The beach token is a season pass that is valid from the time of purchase until the end of the season. This token is non-transferable and DOORZV DGPLWWDQFH WR DQ\ RI WKH ŎYH &LW\ RI Evanston swimming beaches. Free admission for children under age one. Purchased April-June 14: Evanston/Skokie resident: $26 other nonres. $42 Purchased June 14 through July 31: Evanston or Skokie resident: $34 other nonres. $58 Purchased Aug. 1–Labor Day: Evanston or Skokie resident: $17 other nonres. $29 Where to purchase tokens: Morton Civic Center and community centers 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2ŐFH DQG &ODUN 6W %HDFK

Fee Assistance and Free Beach Token Program Fee assistance to purchase beach tokens LV DYDLODEOH WR TXDOLŎHG (YDQVWRQ UHVLGHQWV based on family size and income. In addition, the City of Evanston will distribute 1,050 free season beach tokens this year WR TXDOLŎHG (YDQVWRQ UHVLGHQWV WKURXJK WKH Parks, Recreation and Community Services Dept. and social service agencies. The Evanston Parks and Recreation Board’s dedicated Beach Token Fund accepts donations which are restricted to providing beach tokens to income-eligible residents. Board members ask that those of you who can, contribute to the Beach Token Fund when buying tokens for your family. If you’re able to contribute, your generosity will help fellow residents have a great summer on the beach, too! In 2012, donations totaled $4,300.

Teen Outreach Beach Passes The Mayor’s Super Summer Recreation Program includes free beach admission for Evanston teens through a 10-punch pass. Teens age 13-18 who may not otherwise be able to go to the beach may pick up a pass for free beach visits at community centers and the main Evanston Public Library. Proof of Evanston residency is required. Please call 3-1-1 for details (847/448-4311).

Public Swimming Beach Locations

Beach locations north to south: 1. Lighthouse Beach (just north of Central St.) 2611 Sheridan Rd. 2. Clark Street Beach (Clark St. at Sheridan Rd.) 1811 Sheridan Rd. 3. Greenwood Beach (Greenwood St. at the lakefront) 1401 Sheridan Rd. 4. Lee St. Beach (between Lee St. and Greenleaf St. on Lake Shore Blvd.) 1111 Lake Shore Blvd. 5. South Boulevard Beach 6KHULGDQ 6T Rō 6KHULGDQ 5G 525 Sheridan Square

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Lakefront Activities

%HDFK 2ŐFH ,QIRUPDWLRQ 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2ŐFH Open daily May 18–Sept. 2 10am-7:30pm Dempster St. at Lake Michigan (1251 Lake Shore Blvd) 847/866-4167 847/866-2913 (preseason) &ODUN 6W %HDFK 2ŐFH May 25–June 14: 10:30am-6:15pm June 15–Sept. 2: 10:30am-7:15pm Clark Street at Lake Michigan (1811 Sheridan Rd.)


Skokie Pool Admission Buy a Skokie Pool Pass and save big $! The City of Evanston and Skokie Park District have a reciprocal agreement that allows Skokie residents to buy Evanston season beach tokens at our resident rate and allows Evanston residents to buy a Skokie pool season pass at their resident rate. Pool passes are valid at both Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center. Evanston residents will be charged the nonresident walk-up daily fee, which varies depending on location and age. Pool passes go on sale April 1; the early-season discounted pass sale ends June 9. For complete fees and information about how to purchase a season pass, please call the Skokie Park District at 847/674-1500 or visit Skokie Park District.org.

Learn to Sail or Kayak

Sand Castle and Sand Sculpture Contest Bring your own buckets, shovels, sculpting tools, etc., and compete to win prizes. Preregister from July 1-13 by calling 847/866-4167. Rain date is July 23. Location: Clark St. Beach Age: All ages Contest admission: FREE Beach admission fee applies, but Evanston residents have free admission to Clark St. Beach Mondays from July 8 through August 26, 2013. Class # Date Day Time 722101A3 July 15 M 5:30-7:30pm

7KH (YDQVWRQ 5HFUHDWLRQ 'LYLVLRQ RĹ?HUV OHVVRQV LQ VDLOLQJ DQG kayaking on Lake Michigan. Call to schedule private lessons at your convenience. You can sign up for private sailing lessons on our day sailing boats or group lessons in kayaking. Fee assistance is not available. To register or for more information, please call the 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH DW 847/866-4167. Location: Dempster St. Beach (Dempster at the lake), 1251 Lakeshore Blvd. Age: 14 yrs. & up Dates: June 15 through Sept. 2 (Labor Day)

Private sailing classes Fee, four 1-hour lessons: $200 R/$250 NR

Group kayaking classes Fee per student for two 1-hour lessons: $60 R/$80 NR Minimum 2 students, maximum 4 students.

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Lakefront Activities

Tubing Parties New!

Twilight Historical Kayak Tours

You asked for it—now you have it: TUBING PARTIES! Are you looking for a new way to celebrate a birthday, graduation or just want to have a blast? The City of Evanston will provide a ERDW GULYHU DQ DGGLWLRQDO OLIHJXDUG SHUVRQDO Ĺ?RWDWLRQ GHYLFHV and tube and will take you and your guests on an exhilarating trip on Lake Michigan. Your guests will have access to and reserved space on Dempster St. Beach for mingling and access to Greenwood Beach for swimming.

6LQFH :DWHULGHUV KDV RĹ?HUHG KLVWRULFDO ND\DN WRXUV RQ WKH Chicago River downtown. The Evanston Recreation Division and :DWHULGHUV DUH QRZ RĹ?HULQJ D XQLTXH ORRN DW (YDQVWRQĂľV KLVWRU\ and architecture from the peaceful platform of a kayak. No experience is required for this leisurely paddle.

Tubing parties are available weekdays, 4:30-7:30pm and weekends, 3:30-7:30pm, schedule permitting. Tubing is allowed for individuals 8 years and up. Book your party in person at the 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH VHH SJ IRU KRXUV )XOO UHIXQGV apply for cancellations due to weather or equipment failure. Limit of 20 tubers and 35 total participants. Ask about the waiver and swim test requirement. Fee, 2½ hour party: $500 R/$700 NR

Kayak Fishing Trips /HDUQ WKH DUW RI ĹŽVKLQJ LQ DQG DURXQG WKH VKRUHV RI (YDQVWRQ under your own power in this catch-and-release program. We will teach you cast and retrieve techniques, as well as lure/bait FKRLFH WR EHVW PD[LPL]H \RXU *UHDW /DNH ĹŽVKLQJ DGYHQWXUH :H OO target smallmouth bass, perch, bluegill and more. Each class has a quick on-shore demo and 90 minutes on the water. All of the QHFHVVDU\ HTXLSPHQW LV SURYLGHG H[FHSW D ĹŽVKLQJ OLFHQVH )HH assistance is not available. Location: 0HHW DW 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH Age: 14 yrs. & up; youth age 10-14 may enroll if with an adult in the same kayak Fee with kayak rental: $50 R/$65 NR Fee using your kayak: $35 R/$50 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 722001A3 June 28 F 6-7:45pm 722001B3 July 12 F 6-7:45pm 722001C3 July 26 F 6-7:45pm 722001D3 Aug 16 F 6-7:45pm

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We’ll explore the history of Evanston and its lakefront and how Daniel Burnham’s Evanston-based visions remade our region. Stops include the wreck of the George Morley, the Grosse Point Lighthouse and the Baha’i House of Worship (Temple) in Wilmette. If you will be participating as a couple with our kayak, one person pays “our kayakâ€? fee and one pays “your kayakâ€? fee. Instructors: Wateriders Location: 0HHW DW 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH Age: 14+ yrs. or 10-14 yrs. with an adult Fee (our kayak): $50 R/$60 NR Fee (your kayak): $30 R/$35 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 722216A3 June 27 Th 6-7:45pm 722216B3 Aug 22 Th 6-7:45pm

Schedule your own Historical Kayak Tour New! *DWKHU ĹŽYH RU PRUH IULHQGV DQG OHW V VHH LI ZH FDQ DUUDQJH D twilight tour to meet your schedule! The same fees apply. Call 847/866-4167 (beach season) or 847/866-2913 (preseason).

Rent a Sailboat or Kayak Expanded Season! The Evanston Recreation Division rents watercraft by the hour, the day, or the season! Adults can rent one of our day sailing boats or one of our kayaks (children may accompany an adult). Come to the 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH GXULQJ RSHUDWLQJ KRXUV VHH SJ Life jackets are available and required for all passengers. You’ll need to show a valid driver’s license or state ID. Fee assistance is


not available. Parents/caregivers are allowed to take children age 6 and older on the boat with them. Rentals can be cancelled or limited to more capable boaters based on the weather. Location: 'HPSVWHU 6W %HDFK 2Ĺ?FH Age: 18 yrs. & up (age 14-18 with written parent permission or age 6-18 with parent in vessel) New early season days/times: May 25-June 14 Sat. and Sun., 11am-6pm plus Memorial Day (May 28) Season days/times: June 15-Sept. 2. Weekday rentals start at 3:30pm, watercraft must be in by 7:30pm (limited # of watercraft from 3:30-4:30pm). Weekend rentals start at 11am; watercraft must be in by 7pm. Holiday hours are the same as weekends. 9HVVHO 7\SH Kayak, single or double

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$9( ZLWK D 3XQFK SDVV 15 one-hour rentals, with a maximum of two hours on a single day is $275 R/$375 NR. Passes are valid during season purchased. Unlimited rental* during 2013 season, maximum of two hours on a single day, $600 R/$800 NR. * At least 24 hours advance notice required to reserve a boat with your punch pass or season pass so the vessel will be available.

Church Street Launch Facility Season launch permits are required for the Church Street Power Boat Ramp. This ramp is used by power boats up to 22', sailboats 15-22' and personal watercraft. Parking is available at the ramp (30 spaces). Each season permit includes one parking decal, one launch sticker, and a key card per household for the gate. A pass must be purchased for each boat/vessel you’d like to launch. Resident boat owners are required to show proof of residency to obtain resident rates. The ramp opens approximately May 1 and closes October 31, depending on weather and dredging conditions. An information packet with forms is available online at cityofevanston.org/boatlaunch. To receive a permit registration packet by mail, please call Adam Abajian at 847/866-2913. Rates Season Permit

Ev. Resident $250

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Aquatic Camp Programs 7KH (YDQVWRQ 5HFUHDWLRQ 'LYLVLRQ RĹ?HUV DTXDWLF FDPS SURJUDPV for youth, teens and adults, plus a camp parents and children attend together! Pick up a camp guide at your local community center or visit cityofevanston.org/summercamps for details.

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Boat Launches at Dempster St. Launch Facility Small sailboats and kayaks may be stored and launched at Dempster St. Beach. Boats must be light enough to be carried across the sand. Storage is available for single hull boats and FDWDPDUDQV 6LQJOH KXOO ERDWV LQFOXGH 6XQĹŽVK /DVHU /DVHU ,, Force 5, Zuma and Phantom. Also, 420s can be stored in an area RI WKH UDFN V\VWHP 9HULĹŽFDWLRQ RI UHVLGHQF\ UHTXLUHG WR REWDLQ resident rate. An info. packet with forms is available online at cityofevanston.org/boatlaunch. To receive a permit registration packet by mail, call Adam Abajian at 847/866-2913.

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Leisure & Enrichment

Play School

Focus and emphasis are placed on children’s emotional, social, physical, and cognitive growth, as they learn through free play, creative play and organized activities.

Chandler-Newberger Play School (Age 2-5) General Information The Chandler-Newberger Playschool Program is designed to RĹ?HU D ZDUP DQG VXSSRUWLYH DWPRVSKHUH ZKHUH \RXU FKLOG DJH WZR WKURXJK ĹŽYH ZLOO EH IUHH WR OHDUQ DQG JURZ 2XU SURJUDPĂľV objective is for children to enjoy themselves and gain a sense of FRQĹŽGHQFH DQG VHOI HVWHHP ZKLFK ZLOO DOORZ WKHP WR PRYH PRUH comfortably to the next educational experience.

&KDQGOHU 1HZEHUJHU 3OD\ 6FKRRO Classes begin the week of Sept. 9, 2013. A comprehensive schedule for the program will be available by July 30. For details on registering your child for playschool or to be put on a mailing list once the schedule is determined, please call Michelle at 847/448-8681.

Chandler-Newberger Play School 2012-13 Our teachers develop class projects and activities that focus on children’s emotional, social, physical and cognitive growth, which will allow them to move more comfortably to the next educational experience. Daily class activities include free play, creative play and organized activities. Payment plans are available for families participating in more than one Play School class. Potty training is required for 3- to 5-year-old classes. 847/448-8252.

Classes for 1’s 2’s and 3’s Instructor: Liz Stone Age: \UV ZLWK DGXOW PXVW EH E\ WKH ŎUVW FODVV

Fee, per 30-minute class for 9 weeks: $18 R/$36 NR

Telling Tales with your Toddler This class, for children ages 1-3 years, will encourage a lifelong ORYH RI UHDGLQJ DV FKLOGUHQ H[SORUH VWRULHV VRQJV DQG ĹŽQJHU SOD\V Class # Dates Day Time 611150C3 Apr 3-May 29 W 9:30-10am 611150D3 Apr 3-May 29 W 10:15-10:45am

Play School Classes for 2’s Instructor: Liz Stone Ages: \HDUV ZLWK DQ DGXOW PXVW EH E\ WKH ŎUVW GD\ RI FODVV

Fee, per 45-minute class for 9 weeks: $65 R/$103 NR

Edible Art! *ROGĹŽVK 3LFDVVRV" &KHHULR 9DQ *RJKV" &KLOGUHQ ZLOO H[SORUH WKHLU inner artist as they create with our favorite snacks! No class May 27. Class # Dates Day Time 611150A3 Apr 1-June 3 M 9:30-10:15am

Nursery Rhymes From Humpy Dumpty to Mary Had a Little Lamb, research shows WKDW 1XUVHU\ 5K\PHV LPSURYH FKLOGUHQĂľV DELOLW\ WR GLĹ?HUHQWLDWH sounds, which can enhance their reading ability later in life. This class explores our favorite nursery rhymes and encourages children to explore them through art and play. Class # Dates Day Time 611150B3 Apr 5-May 31 F 9:30-10:15am

90-Minute Classes for 3’s, 4’s and 5’s Instructor: Terri Nacey Ages: \HDUV PXVW EH E\ WKH ŎUVW GD\ RI FODVV

Fee, per 90-minute class for 9 weeks: $108 R/ $162 NR

Under the Sea Sharks, seaweed and seahorses are just a few things we’ll explore in our weekly underwater adventures. No class May 27. Class # Dates Day Time 611150E3 Apr 1-June 3 M 9:30-11am

Ecology Explorers Spring is the perfect time to learn about the world in which we live. Children learn about everything from earthworms to eagles DV WKH\ ORRN DW KRZ WKH\ ĹŽW LQWR WKH QDWXUDO ZRUOG 1R FODVV 0D\ Class # Dates Day Time 611150F3 Apr 1-June M 11am-12:30pm 88 Evanston life Spring/Summer 2013


The Fantastic Far East

Time Together Drop-In Program

This class will explore China, Japan, Singapore and the other fascinating countries that make up the Asian continent. Children will learn through art, dance, stories and songs. Class # Dates Day Time 611150G3 Apr 5-May 31 F 9:30-11am

The Cool Caribbean Join us as we travel to the many beautiful islands that make up the Caribbean! From the music to the animals, children will explore this gorgeous part of the earth through art, stories and song. Class # Dates Day Time 611150H3 Apr 5-May 31 F 11am-12:30pm

Fun with Clay Children will construct, build and create in this class where one of the main mediums will be clay. Class # Dates Day Time 611150J3 Apr 2-May 28 Tu 1:45-3:15pm

Spending time with your child is important to every parent. At the Chandler-Newberger Center, we mix that important childhood memory with a large welcoming atmosphere big enough for your newborn to bounce, your toddler to crawl, and your preschooler to run, jump and play! Our warm and inviting instructor, Liz Stone, will welcome your family as you and your child spend Time Together. First-time guests can attend for FREE! Instructor: Liz Stone Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Birth-4 yrs. Punch card fee: (8 visits): $66 R/NR for 1 parent/caregiver with 1 child. Punch cards are also available for 1 parent/caregiver with 2 children ($78). Drop-in fee: $11 for parent/caregiver and 1 child; $13 for parent/caregiver and 2 or more children. Dates Days Time Apr 2-May 30 Tu, Th 9-11am

Magical Kingdom From It’s a Small World to Pirates of the Caribbean, the attractions and adventures at the Magical Kingdom remind us all about the wonders of childhood! Each week, children will take a �vacation� to a the park and learn about their favorite characters! Class # Dates Day Time 611150K3 Apr 4-May 30 Th 1:30-3pm

Three-hour Classes for 3’s, 4’s and 5’s Instructor: Terri Nacey Age: \UV PXVW EH E\ WKH ŎUVW GD\ RI FODVV

Fee, per 3-hour class for 9 weeks: $216 R/$324 NR

Taking Flight )URP ELUGV WR SODQHV DQG KHOLFRSWHUV WR EXWWHUĹ?LHV WKLV FODVV ZLOO IRFXV RQ WKH ZRQGHUV RI Ĺ?LJKW Class # Dates Day Time 611150L3 Apr 2-May 28 Tu 9:30am-12:30pm

Dino Dig Grab your archeologist kit and join us for our Dino Dig! Children will learn about fossils, dinosaurs and the world that once was. Class # 611150M3

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Leisure & Enrichment Robert Crown Center’s Preschool is licensed by the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). 7KH FODVVHV RQ WKHVH SDJHV UHĹ?HFW VSULQJ RĹ?HULQJV as well as fall 2013 enrollment information. Robert Crown Center: 847/448-8258

Robert Crown Center’s Creative Play Preschool Registration Information :H RĹ?HU HDUO\ FKLOGKRRG HGXFDWLRQ IRU FKLOGUHQ DJH WZR WR ĹŽYH years. Families may choose pre-kindergarten enrichment, cozy toddler “play with purposeâ€? or classic multi-age classes with creative and unique curriculum tailored to the interests of each student. You may combine classes as needed for full-day care and education. For information about preschool aftercare, please e-mail dkent@cityofevanston.org Registration packets are available by e-mail or at the preschool RĹ?FH 3OHDVH EH DGYLVHG WKDW LW LV WKH SDUHQWĂľV UHVSRQVLELOLW\ to ensure that all forms, including the child health form, are FRPSOHWHG DQG UHWXUQHG WR WKH SUHVFKRRO RĹ?FH SULRU WR D FKLOGĂľV ĹŽUVW GD\ RI DWWHQGDQFH LQ &UHDWLYH 3OD\

2013 Calendar March 11-May 17 Session IV

The 9-week spring session includes a one-week mini-camp.

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Choose M/W/F or Tu/Th Arts +crafts, story time, sand and water play, and music and movement are part of each day. Small group activities nurture positive social interaction and language development. A healthy snack is provided. Potty training is not required. Age: 2-3 yrs. Fee: $337 R/$367 NR Length: 24 sessions Class # Dates Days 251114D3 Mar 11-May 1 M, W, F 251114A3 Sept 9-Nov 1 M, W, F

Time 9-11:30am 9-11:30am

Fee: $216 R/$239 NR Length: 16 sessions Class # Dates Days 251115D3 Mar 12-May 16 Tu, Th 251115A3 Sept 10-Oct 31 Tu, Th

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(Creative Play Bilingual) Our English/Spanish immersion was developed for the child who loves language. Preschoolers build vocabulary through songs, stories and chants, and become familiar with more complex aspects of the language by engaging in “adventures,� art projects, and movement-based games that require them to solve simple problems in their new Spanish language. e-mail dkent@ cityofevanston.org. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $237/R $260 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 251119D3 Mar 11-May 10 M, W, F 1-3:30pm 251119A3 Sept 9-Nov 1 M, W, F 1-3:30pm

Creative Play Morning

Choose M/W/F or Tu/Th or M/W option 7KLV SURJUDP GHĹŽQHG DV áLQQRYDWLYH SOD\ ZLWK SXUSRVHø PDQ\ years ago, has become a standard for the community centerbased early childhood program. Our multi-age classroom SURYLGHV WKH EHQHĹŽWV RI FRRSHUDWLYH OHDUQLQJ IRU ERWK RXU ROGHVW and youngest preschoolers. 2XU FODVVURRP RĹ?HUV SHWV WR FDUH IRU VDQG RU ZDWHU WR SOD\ ZLWK and toys and games which naturally introduce and reinforce academic concepts. Music and movement are part of every day, and arts and crafts activities are both self-directed and designed for success. Age: 3-5 yrs.

M/W/F program

Fee: $367 R/$398 NR Length: 24 sessions Class # Dates Days 251117D3 Mar 11-May 17 M, W, F 251117A3 Sept 9-Nov 1 M, W, F

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Tu/Th program

Fee: $250 R/$277 NR Length: 16 sessions Class # Dates Days 251120D3 Mar 12-May 16 Tu, Th 251120A3 Sept 10-Oct 31 Tu, Th

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M/W program

Fee: $250 R/$277 NR Length: 16 sessions Class # Dates Days 251129D3 Mar 11-May 15 M, W 251129A3 Sept 9-Oct 30 M, W

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Creative Play Pre-Kindergarten

Enrollment limited to those attending NLQGHUJDUWHQ LQ )DOO Our enrichment program is designed for older four-year-old children with some preschool or group experience and those ZKR ZLOO WXUQ DJH ĹŽYH VKRUWO\ DIWHU 6HSW -RLQ XV IRU an imaginative approach to kindergarten readiness for your FKLOGĂľV ĹŽQDO \HDU LQ SUHVFKRRO )RU PRUH LQIR H PDLO dkent@ cityofevanston.org. Age: 4½-5 yrs. Fee: $377 R/$418 NR Length: 8 weeks Class # Dates Days Time 251122D3 Mar 11-May 16 M-Th 9am-Noon 251122A3 Sept 9-Oct 31 M-Th 9am-Noon

Creative Play Pre-K Afternoon The class emphasizes kindergarten readiness while encouraging cooperative, creative play in a multi-age setting. Child must reach age 3 by Sept. 1, 2013. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $292 R/$306 NR Length: 24 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 251126D3 Mar 11-May 17 M, W, F 12:30-3:30pm 251126A3 Sept 9-Nov 1 M, W, F 12:30-3:30pm

Creative Play Story time This afternoon preschool class uses a proven literacy-based curriculum to explore our children’s favorite stories through crafts, music, math, science and language arts. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $184 R/$202 NR Length: 16 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 251121D3 Mar 12-May 16 Tu, Th 1-4pm 251121A3 Sept 10-Oct 31 Tu, Th 1-4pm

Lunch Bunch... Let’s Do Lunch! Enrollment is open only to children currently enrolled in Creative Play. Children are served a hot, balanced lunch and eat together, DVVLVWHG E\ SUHVFKRRO VWDĹ? 0RQWKO\ PHQXV LQFOXGLQJ D vegetarian option, are provided. Small group quiet time activities follow lunch. Online registration is not available.

Pre-Kindergarten Afternoon

Fee: $90 R/NR Length: 24 sessions Class # Dates Days 251123D3 Mar 11-May 17 M, W, F 251123A3 Sept 9- Nov 1 M, W, F

Time Noon-1pm Noon-1pm

Fee: $60 R/NR Length: 16 sessions Class # Dates Days 251124D3 Mar 12-May 16 Tu, Th 251124A3 Sept 10-Oct 31 Tu, Th

Time Noon-1pm Noon-1pm

Pre-Kindergarten Morning

Fee: $120 R/NR Length: 32 sessions Class # Dates Days 251125D3 Mar 11-May 16 M-Th 251125A3 Sept 9-Oct 31 M-Th

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Parent Tot Playtime Cherish the special times shared with your child. Parents and children grow together as they move to music, sing songs and UK\PHV DQG FUHDWH ĹŽUVW ZRUNV RI DUW 6KDUH LGHDV DQG H[SHULHQFHV with new friends while little ones explore and learn in a safe and inviting place to play. No class March 25. Age: Toddlers age 12-24 mo. Fee: $45 R/$50 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 251103D3 Mar 11-Apr 22 M 9:15-10:45am 251103A3 Sept 23-Oct 28 M 9:15-10:45am

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Leisure & Enrichment Preschool & Sports Party Packages Chandler-Newberger Community Center is the place to make memories for a lifetime. We provide the space and equipment; you provide the cake and decorations. All party packages include the simultaneous use of a multipurpose room for two hours (for gift opening and treats). Room and gym rentals are also available for TEENS, who will love playing volleyball or basketball! Full payment is due within 72 hours after party is booked. Visit cityofevanston.org/recreation or call 847/448-8252 for details.

Preschool Party Packages This package for ages 2-5 years includes a two-hour rental of a half-gym and use of our preschool play equipment, which includes tumbling mats, climbing blocks, toddler merry-goround, seesaw, teeter-totter, small slide, scooter carts and minibasketballs. The set-up resembles an indoor tot lot ready for parent/child interactive play. Fee: $169 R/$184 NR (includes 2 hours of room rental).

Sports Party Packages–Age 5 and Older The sports package includes two hours of half-gym rental and two hours of room rental. Fee: $159 R/$174 NR. Choose three out of these four sets of sports equipment: 1) 10 basketballs/2 goals; 2) 10 soccer balls/2 nets; 3) Floor hockey sticks/2 nets; 4) 12 “NERF� dodgeballs

Rentals for Special Occasions/Meetings You can relax with your guests when your party is held at one of Evanston’s community centers! The Ecology Center rents its beautiful and eco-friendly multi-purpose room for meetings, conferences and retreats for up to 112 people. The Levy Senior Center has several rooms available, from the cozy Elm Room to the 300-person capacity Maple Room. The lovely garden FRXUW\DUG LV DYDLODEOH DQG WKH NLWFKHQ LV GHVLJQHG VSHFLŎFDOO\ IRU catered events. Robert Crown Community Center and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center have rooms for rent and kitchens. Bring in your own refreshments or have your function catered. Chandler-Newberger Community Center specializes in birthday parties; see section above. For more information, please visit cityofevanston.org/recreation or call 3-1-1.

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Arts Camp Parties Celebrate with an Arts Camp Birthday Party! What’s included? A two-hour party–you supply the cake and ice cream. We will supply the room and the talent, then do the cleanup when your guests leave! Your party will be held at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St. The room will be decorated to suit the theme you select and an entertaining character/arts teacher will lead your own private “camp.â€? Your home won’t have the wear and tear, and since we do the clean up, you can relax afterward! 2XU VFKHGXOH LV Ĺ?H[LEOH SDUWLHV PD\ EH ERRNHG 0RQGD\ WKURXJK Saturday, 10am-7pm and Sunday, 10am-6pm. Questions? Ready to book? Call us at 847/448-8260. Fee: $250 for up to 15 children Age: 6 yrs. & up Medieval Camp Partygoers create a medieval village using Lincoln LogsÂŽ and our castle, complete a medieval craft, then learn busking skills to entertain the knights and ladies. Renaissance Camp Your party will be a slice of our best-selling summer camp theme! Your party friends will paint a miniature, engage in Shakespearean silliness and be on their best behavior dressed in “fynery.â€? Pirate Camp “Arg, me mateys!â€? Speak and eat as pirates! The Pirate GRRRL will tell you yarns and teach you a salty song. You’ll complete a pirate craft. Princess Camp Princesses were leaders in training. Pick a favorite Queen from history and we will immerse ourselves in her time and tales from her girlhood. Media Party We will roll out the red carpet, practice our on-camera introductions, and the paparazzi will take our keepsake photo. Or create a unique party; bring us your other ideas!

Ecology Birthday Parties Host a birthday party with an ecology theme! See pg 69.


Children's Parties at the Levy Center A birthday party rental includes 90 minutes of party time (45 minutes of entertainment), set up of table and chairs in the party room and clean up. You supply the treats and tableware. The fee for each party listed below is $290 with a 15-child maximum, except the Mad Science theme. Parties may be scheduled Fridays between 5-9pm and Saturdays and Sundays between 9am-5pm. Please book your party at least four weeks in advance by calling Karen at 847/448-8250. Cancellations within 10 days of party result in forfeiture of fee. Music & Movement —Ages 2-6 Children are kept engaged with guitar playing, age-appropriate songs and other interactive activities. Puppet Show—Ages 2-8 7KLV SDUW\ LQFOXGHV WKUHH GLĹ?HUHQW VWRULHV ZLWK PXVLF KDQG puppets and a stage. Costumed Character—Ages 2-8 Choose from our long list of characters! The character will perform an interactive dance and play games. Pirate Party–Ages 3-7 A pirate leads a treasure hunt and plays games. Shiver me timbers; come aboard! Cowboy–Ages 3-8 Youngsters will enjoy hearing a tale of the dusty road, receive twisted balloon animals and be adorned with temporary tattoos applied by our cowboy dressed in appropriate Western clothing! Princess Party–Ages 3-9 Choose one of our Disney princesses! Each princess creates a GLĹ?HUHQW WKHPHG SDUW\ VXUH WR SOHDVH Magician–Ages 3-10 Our magician will amaze and delight youngsters with outstanding magic skills, comedy and audience participation. Story Teller–Ages 3-10 This is an interactive party with children participating at times during the performance using musical instruments that will be provided. Face Painting–Ages 3-10 Our face painter will create paintings with each of your guests’ wishes in mind.

Clown–Ages 3-10 Our happy and engaging clown will play games, perform magic, paint faces and sculpt with balloons. Fun Person–Ages 3-10 Our fun person dressed in bright, fun clothes entertains youngsters. He or she will perform an interactive dance, create animals/hats from balloons, paint faces and perform silly magic. Craft Party–Ages 3-11 We can create sand art, T-shirts, picture frames, jewelry, key chains and much more. Note: There is an additional fee per project. Dance Party–Ages 5-11 From rock ’n’ roll to hip-hop with contests and games. Mad Science–Ages 6 and up The goal of Mad Science is to turn on children to the FUN aspects of science. Each party includes a variety of hands-on experiments, a spectacular demonstration, and a display of chemical “magic.� Each child will also make a fun take-home project. Fee: $290 for 1-12 guests; $315 for 13-20 guests.

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General Information Register Early!

Please register at least a week in advance. Classes which don’t reach a minimum enrollment level are cancelled.

Who is a Resident?

To receive the Evanston resident rate for a Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department program, you must live in ZIP code 60201 or 60202.

Class Cancellations

In case of class changes or program cancellation, we’ll notify you in advance by telephone or postcard. Generally, refunds are issued within two weeks. If circumstances arise causing us to cancel a class session, every HĹ?RUW ZLOO EH PDGH WR VFKHGXOH D PDNH XS FODVV

Payment Deadline

Payment in full is required at registration (except for summer camps, which allow a $50 deposit per child per camp #/session to hold a space until the balance due deadline). You (or your child) will be admitted to a class or program after full payment is made. If your family has been approved for fee assistance, your portion of the fee must be paid in full before you (or your child) will be registered in the class.

Center or the community center where the program is held. Questions? Please call us at 3-1-1 (847/448-4311).

Fee Assistance (Scholarships)

)HH DVVLVWDQFH LV DZDUGHG WR TXDOLĹŽHG (YDQVWRQ residents on a sliding scale according to the number of family members in relation to total family income. Fee assistance is not available for special events or trips. Information regarding the fee assistance application process and the documents needed to verify family income and residency may be obtained at any Evanston Recreation Division community center, the Evanston Ecology Center or the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center. Facility addresses are listed on page 3. Forms may be downloaded at cityofevanston.org/ recreationfeeassistance.

Child Supervision/Pick-up Policy

Parents/guardians are responsible for picking up children promptly at the time the program is scheduled to end. Instructors often have other programs to teach and can’t supervise children for an extended period after the program.

Insurance

The City of Evanston does not carry hospitalization insurance for program participants. Contact your health care provider for details regarding your individual plan.

Parents or guardians who pick up a child PRUH WKDQ ĹŽYH PLQXWHV ODWH IURP D SURJUDP are assessed a late fee of $10 per child per 15-minute time period. For instance, if the program ends at 4pm and you arrive between 4:06 and 4:21, the late fee is $10. If you call DQG DGYLVH VWDĹ? WKDW \RX DUH UXQQLQJ ODWH ZHĂľOO allow a 10-minute grace period, followed by the $10 per 15-minute late fee.

Refund Policy

Rentals

Unless the program is cancelled by the City, a $5.00 service fee will be charged for refunds. For classes already in session, refunds will be prorated and issued in the following situations: 1. Written proof of illness or medical problem for the participant or immediate family member prior to or during the program or activity. 2. Written proof that the participant has moved or will move out of the service boundaries of the City of Evanston prior to or during the program or activity. 3. Unusual circumstances which fall into the category of “hardship.â€? No refunds on Daily, Seasonal or Yearly Activity Passes/Programs These include beach tokens, ice skating passes, H[WHQGHG FDUH FRXSRQV ĹŽWQHVV SDVVHV VHDVRQ launch permits, leagues, dog beach passes and the like.

Camp Transfers & Refunds

Summer camps are covered separately from the refund policy listed above. For more information, please contact the City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at 3-1-1 (847/448-4311) or refer to the annual camp guide at cityofevanston.org/ summercamps.

How to Initiate a Refund

To initiate the refund process, please mail or GURS RĹ? ZULWWHQ QRWLFH RI \RXU UHTXHVW DORQJ with written proof of illness, moving or hardship (see refund policy), to Lorraine H. Morton Civic

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The City of Evanston rents rooms for meetings or parties (some with kitchen facilities), gymnasiums, auditoriums, ice rinks and the “lagoon� building, Sheridan Rd. at Church St. For info., call 311 (847/448-4311).

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Program participants may be photographed or videotaped. These images may appear in future promotional materials. If you do not want to be included, please tell the photographer. If you don’t want your child photographed, please call 847/448-8041.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The City of Evanston’s programs, activities and services are subject to all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination, including the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The City has established a committee to review its programs and policies, and welcomes suggestions from interested individuals. Reasonable accommodations will be made in recreation programs, activities and services to enable participation by an individual with a disability. 7R DLG VWDĹ? LQ PDNLQJ DFFRPPRGDWLRQV please contact them no later than two weeks in advance of the program by calling one of the phone numbers listed below, by writing or in person (three weeks’ notice is even more helpful). The timeline for summer camps is no later than 10 days in advance of a program.

If you have any questions about the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department’s policies regarding ADA, please call 847/448-8063 (voice); 847/448-8064 (TTY); 800/526-0857 (Illinois Relay Center voice transmission).

Equal Opportunity

As the City of Evanston has received federal ĹŽQDQFLDO DVVLVWDQFH WKH 8 6 'HSDUWPHQW RI the Interior, under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap. If you believe that you have been subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility, or if you desire further information UHJDUGLQJ 7LWOH 9, SOHDVH ZULWH WR 2Ĺ?FH IRU Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.

E-mail on Registration Form

Your e-mail address is just another way to communicate with you. It will not be shared with any third parties.

Pooch Park

The Skokie Park District and City of Evanston MRLQWO\ GHYHORSHG WKLV DFUH RĹ? OHDVK IHQFHG dog recreational facility. It is located on the east bank of the North Shore Channel, between Main and Oakton Streets, on the Skokie/Evanston border. There are separate “agilityâ€? and puppy/ small dog areas. Drinking fountains for both people and dogs are provided. The park is open 5am-10pm daily, year-round. Pooch Park fees for Evanston or Skokie UHVLGHQWV DUH IRU WKH ĹŽUVW GRJ WKHQ for each additional dog. The nonresident fee is IRU WKH ĹŽUVW GRJ DQG IRU HDFK DGGLWLRQDO dog. Local code determines the number of dogs allowed in a household. Before purchasing a membership, your dog(s) must have the appropriate shots and an up-to-date “Cook County Animals and 5DELHV 2UGLQDQFH 9HULĹŽFDWLRQø IRUP PXVW EH submitted. The form and a rules brochure are at www.cityofevanston.org/poochpark or picked up from Robert Crown Center.

Dog Beach

Evanston’s Dog Beach is located north of the Church St. boat launch facility, 1631 Sheridan Rd. Admission is restricted to owners/handlers with a dog beach pass. Passes are $60 per dog owned by an Evanston resident (60201 or 60202) and $120 per dog owned by a nonresident. A pass is valid for the 8-month period of April 1 through Nov. 30. Starting August 1, fees are half-price. You may download the application from the packet posted at cityofevanston.org/dogbeach and return it by mail (attach all required forms).

The City of Evanston’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department strives to provide you with excellence in recreational programs & services! If you are QRW VDWLVŎHG ZH UHTXHVW \RXU VXJJHVWLRQV comments, or ideas which will improve our programs.


Sports & Leisure Organizations Badminton Evanston Badminton Club, Blane Olmos: 847/673-4748; midwestbadminton.com Baseball/Softball Evanston Baseball & Softball Association (EBSA): evanstonbaseball.com; evanstonsoftball.com Women’s 14" softball leagues, Marion Flynn: 847/530-8626; Ĺ?\QQPDULRQ#\DKRR FRP Basketball COE-POPS and COE-MOMS, Jelani Summers: 847/448-8254 Fellowship of Afro-American Men (FAAM): 847/604-3663 Evanston Small Fry Basketball: evanstonsmallfry.com Bicycling Evanston Bicycle Club: evanstonbikeclub.org Birding (YDQVWRQ 1RUWK 6KRUH %LUG &OXE ĹŽHOG WULSV and programs: ENSBC.org Boating Evanston Boat Ramp Assoc., Bill: 847/ 965-2000; great-lakes.org/il/evanstonboat ramp.html Chess Evanston Chess Club, Tom Sprandel: 847/425-1044; evanstonchess.org Cricket Cricket Club, M. Louis: 847/328-4863 Dancing Dancing Club of Evanston, Doug and Linda Honnold: 847/328-6901; Doug.Honnold@ alum.mit.edu; dancingclubofevanston.org Evanston Monday Night Folk Dancers: emnfdancers@gmail.com; EvanstonFolkDance.org Football Evanston Junior Wildkit Football, Seth Himrod: jrwildkit@aol.com; jrwildkits.com Football and Cheerleading Evanston Pop Warner (age 5-14, no tryouts-everyone plays: 312/6850482; evanstonraiders@gmail.com; evanstonraiders.com

Gardening Four Seasons Garden Club of Evanston, Susan Cooney: 847/864-6349 Garden Council, Lois Heimbaugh: 847/864-1386 Highland Garden Club, Linda Goranson: 847/475-4357; lgoranson@comcast.net Lincolnwood Garden Club, Gloria Wildenradt: 847/869-6756

Golf Evanston/Wilmette Community Golf Course (formerly Frank Govern Memorial Golf Course): 847/475-9173 Evanston Women’s Golf League (all ages/abilities) Season: late April to end of Sept. New members program provides course intro. and assists with establishing a handicap, Shirley Palmer: 847/677-2294 Hockey Evanston Youth Hockey Assoc. (EYHA), Scott Kirkpatrick: 312/543-1457; evanstonhockey.com Lacrosse Evanston Youth Lacrosse Assoc., Mike Cashion: 847/736-6869; evanstonyouth lacrosse.org Running Evanston Running Club, Alvah White: 847/682-2482; evanstonrunningclub.org Sailing & Kayaking Evanston Sail & Kayak Assoc., Payson Wild: 847/492-8165; paysonwild@comcast.net Soccer American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO): evanstonsoccer.org; hotline: 847/328-2976; commissioner@evanstonsoccer.org; Steve Levine: 847/328-2976 Makers’ Incorporated, Nelo Nightengale: 847/869-2058 Evanston Soccer Assoc., hotline: 847/ 289-7154; walshtj@hotmail.com; teamevanston.org Speed Skating Evanston SpeedSkating Club, John Rux: 773/327-7909; evanstonspeedskate.com Swimming Evanston Masters Swim Team: evmasters.org Wildkit Swimming Organization, Kevin Auger: 773/685-7685 Tennis Evanston Community Tennis Assoc., Diana Harris: 847/869-7972; rddharris@comcast. net; evanstontennis.org :LQGVXUŎQJ (YDQVWRQ :LQGVXUŎQJ $VVRF 'DYH 7DQQHUW ussurf@gmail.com; HYDQVWRQZLQGVXUŎQJ QHW

Contact Information:

City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center 2100 Ridge Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 3-1-1 847/448-4311 www.cityofevanston.org recreation@cityofevanston.org f: 847/448-8051

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Director: Douglas J. Gaynor, CPRP Assistant Director: Bob Dorneker, CPRP Community Services Division Long-Term Care Ombudsman: Audrey Thompson Senior Program Coordinator: Myra Gorman Cultural Arts Division Cultural Arts/Arts Council Director: -HĹ? &RU\ Parks/Forestry & Facilities Management Superintendent: Paul D’Agostino Assistant Superintendent: Stefanie Levine Arborist: Mark Younger Supervisor, Parks/Rec Maintenance: John Jaminski Recreation Division Robert Crown Center and Ice Complex Manager: Robert Lloyd Fleetwood-Jourdain Center/Theatre Manager; Ecology Center Manager; Mason Park Manager: Betsy Jenkins Chandler-Newberger Center Manager: Kevin Wallin, CPRP Levy Senior Center Manager and Senior Services Manager: Christina Ferraro Lakefront/Municipal Sports Coordinator: Jim Ferrera, CPRP Youth/Young Adult Program Manager: Kevin L. Brown, J.D. Ecology Program Manager: Claire Alden &353 &HUWLĹŽHG 3DUN DQG 5HFUHDWLRQ Professional

Wrestling Evanston Black Kats Wrestling Club, Verzell James: 847/328-2635

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Public Parks & Beaches Map

Other maps are available at cityofevanston.org/maps

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Registration Go online: cityofevanston.org/register By Mail: Send the form below and payment to: Evanston Recreation Division, Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL 60201. Do not send cash. You may indicate payment by credit card (a receipt will be mailed to you) or include a personal check (your cancelled check will serve as your receipt).

In person: Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center M-F, 8:30-5pm. Community centers accept registrations for most City of Evanston-sponsored programs (see pg 3 for hours. & phone numbers).

Please register at least one week prior WR WKH ĹŽUVW FODVV &ODVVHV ZLWKRXW WKH minimum number of registrations will be cancelled. Children must meet the minimum age listed. Proof of age may be required.

By telephone: Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center or a community center (see pg 3). Register with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express Card.

Fee assistance/class cancellations: see pg 94. Questions? Call 3-1-1 (847/448-4311)

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Liability Waiver For Participant

As a participant (or as a parent of a participant under 18 years of age), I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages, or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities associated with the program(s). I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for personal injury, death or property damage which I may have, or which may hereafter accrue to me, as a result of my participation in the Activity. I agree to indemnify and to hold harmless the City, the Parks, Recreation and Community Services 'HSDUWPHQW DQG LWV RĹ?FHUV HPSOR\HHV DWWRUQH\V DQG DJHQWV IURP DQ\ ORVV OLDELOLW\ GDPDJH FRVW or expense which they may incur as the result of my death, injury, or property damage that I sustain while participating in the Activity. This release is intended to discharge in advance the City of Evanston, the Parks, Recreation and &RPPXQLW\ 6HUYLFHV 'HSDUWPHQW LWV RĹ?FHUV HPSOR\HHV DWWRUQH\V DQG DJHQWV IURP DQ\ DQG DOO liability arising out of or connected in any way with my participation in the Activity, even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned above. I further agree that this waiver, release and assumption of risk is binding upon my heirs and assigns.

I FURTHER AGREE that if any claim or suit is pursued by me or on my behalf as a result of LQMXULHV IURP WKH $FWLYLW\ VSHFLĹŽHG KHUHLQ DJDLQVW WKH &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ WKH 3DUNV 5HFUHDWLRQ DQG &RPPXQLW\ 6HUYLFHV 'HSDUWPHQW DQG LWV RĹ?FHUV HPSOR\HHV DWWRUQH\V DQG DJHQWV , will Indemnify and Hold Harmless these parties from all judgments, payments, damages and claims, including all costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred by these parties in defending against such claim. , )857+(5 81'(567$1' WKDW &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ VWDĹ? DQG (YDQVWRQ &RPPXQLW\ 0HGLD &HQWHU VWDĹ? PD\ SKRWRJUDSK YLGHRWDSH SDUWLFLSDQWV LQ &LW\ RI (YDQVWRQ SURJUDPV IRU SURPRWLRQDO purposes. If you (or family members) don’t want to be photographed/videotaped, please call WKH 3XEOLF ,QIRUPDWLRQ 2Ĺ?FH DW I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS WAIVER AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY, AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EVANSTON AND ME, AND I SIGN IT OF MY FREE WILL.

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