2019
Spring/Summer
Program Guide
2019 Evanston Park, Recreation and Community Services Spring/Summer Program Guide Available online: cityofevanston.org. Copies are available at community centers and at other city facilities. Information: call/text 847-448-4311. Thank you for joining us in being environmentally friendly.
Facilities Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center 2100 Ridge Ave. 847-448-8237 cityofevanston.org Chandler-Newberger Community Center 1028 Central St. 847-448-8252 cityofevanston.org/chandler Clark St. Beach Office Clark St. at the lake (seasonal) Dempster St. Beach Office Dempster St. at the lake (seasonal) 847-866-4167 cityofevanston.org/beaches
Evanston Ecology Center 2024 McCormick Blvd. 847-448-8256 cityofevanston.org/ecology evanstonenvironment.org Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center 1655 Foster St. 847-448-8254 cityofevanston.org/fleetwood Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre 927 Noyes St. 847-866-5915 cityofevanston.org/fjt Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center 1823 Church St. 847-448-8040 cityofevanston.org/gibbsmorrison
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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. 847-448-4311 cityofevanston.org/noyes Robert Crown Community Center 1701 Main St. 847-448-8258 cityofevanston.org/crown
Table of Contents Ecology
Special Events Special Events
4-7
Arts Art and Visual Programs Dance Classes Preschool Art Classes
8 9 8
Athletics Archery 11 Basketball 11 Boxing 21 Broomball 15 Fencing 11 Figure Skating 17-19 Fitness Rooms 22 Gymnastics 14 Hockey 15-17 Martial Arts 20-21 Open Gym 22 Personal Training 22 Pickleball 10 Preschool and Kindergarten Sports 10 Public Skating Schedule 15 Tai Chi 20 Teen and Adult Fitness 21-22 Tennis 12-13 Volleyball 10 Yoga 20
Ecology Classes Family Programs Open House Parent and Child Classes Scout Programs
Age 55+ Events 25 24 24 23 23
Special Events
34-36
Age 55+ Services Services 37
Leisure & Enrichment Arts Camp Parties Chandler-Newberger Party Packages Drop-in programs Ecology Party Packages Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center Robert Crown Community Center Rentals Self-Improvement/ Enrichment
26 27 26 26 27 27 26
School Programs After-School Programs Enrichment Programs at Chandler-Newberger Robert Crown DCFS Licensed Preschool
29 28 29
Age 55+ Activities Art Classes 38 Clubs and Groups 45 Dance Classes 39 Fitness 40-41 Flexible Day Offerings 42 Leisure and Enrichment 43 Music Classes 39 Tai Chi 41 Technology 45 Trips 44 Yoga 42
Lakefront Activities Special Recreation Special Olympics 32 Special Recreation Classes 30 Sports 31-32 Trips/Special Events 30
Spring Break Camps Spring Break Camps
33
Beach Information & Hours Pooch Park and Dog Beach
46-47 47
Information Call 311 for Facility hours Contact us Fee Assistance (Scholarships) General Information Public Parks and Beaches Map Registration Information Registration Form Sports and Leisure Organizations
51 48 48 50 48 49 51
To register, call 847-448-4311 or visit cityofevanston.org 3
Special Events MARCH 15–17 Evanston Children’s Theatre Presents THE TWELVE DANCING PRINCESSES MARCH 8–9 WILD AND SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL
ECT presents this tale of strong minded girls who just want to dance. This is a new specially commissioned updated adaptation of the play The Twelve Dancing Princesses by local playwright Keyanna Khatiblou. Information: 847-448-8263 Location: Levy Senior Center Ages: All Admission: $7 at the door
The Evanston Environmental Association is once again proud to be the official Chicago area host of the Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival—the largest environmental film festival in the U.S. Each evening see award-winning films selected from this renowned festival. The films will present a variety of perspectives and experiences shared by some of the best of today’s environmental filmmakers. The festival showcases amateur and professional films that focus on nature, activism, conservation, energy and a range of other environmental issues. A different film is featured each night. Buy Tickets now. Event details, calendar, and tickets: evanstonenvironment.org Location: Rotary International, 1560 Sherman Ave. Age: 16 yrs. and up Date March 8 March 9
Date March 15 March 16 March 17
MARCH 16 MAYOR’S SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM JOB FAIR
Day Time F 7-9pm Sa 2-4pm
Information: call 311 (847-448-4311 in Evanston). Location: Evanston Township High School Age: 14–18 yrs. living in zip codes 60201 and 60202
MARCH 2–APRIL 27 ECOLOGY INDOOR WINTER MARKET The Evanston Ecology Center will once again be hosting a winter farmers’ market. We will have a selection of your farmers’ market favorites and specialty artisans vendors. Information: Evanston Ecology Center, 847-448-8256 Date Day Time through April 27 Saturdays 8am-Noon
MARCH 8 FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS Have a blast before bedtime. Beat the Winter blahs with your friends at Chandler-Newberger Community Center. Join the center’s preschool staff for a fun filled night with monthly themes that include an indoor playground, crafts and pizza. Space is limited. Required: must pre-register 3 days before each event; 1 adult per 3 children Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 1-6 yrs. Admission: $5 R/NR
Date March 16
Day Time Sa 8am-2pm (doors will close at 2pm)
MARCH 24 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CHAMPAGE BRUNCH Please join us for the annual Women’s Day Brunch with guest speaker, former U.S. Senator, Carol Mosley-Braun. Ms. Mosley-Braun’s life has been an incredible journey from her upbringing on the Southside of Chicago to becoming the first African American woman U.S. Senator. Women from all backgrounds and ages will be inspired by this phenomenal woman’s narrative. A delicious brunch buffet with Champagne Mimosas will be served. Information and tickets: fjtheatre.com. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Admission: $20/$30 at the door Date Day Time March 24 Su 2pm
Class # Dates Days Time 641143C9 March 8 F 6:30-8pm
MARCH 9 FAMILY WORKSHOPS Escape the cold at Chandler-Newberger Community Center and join us for mornings filled with crafts and creativity. Each month the center’s preschool staff will provide a different themed art project for parents and children. Space is limited. Required: must pre-register 3 days before each event; 1 adult per 2 children. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 3-6 yrs. Admission: $5 R/NR Class # Dates 641144C9 March 9
Day Time F 7pm Sa 3pm, 7pm Su 3pm
Days Time Theme Sa 9:30-11am Rainbows and Leprechaun
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APRIL 6 SPRING FLEA MARKET The annual market is known to connect resalers with bargain hunters and sustainable minded supporters — reduce, reuse and recycle. Some items sold at past flea markets include: household items, clothing, books, vintage items, antiques, CDs & DVDs, vinyl records, handmade crafts, jewelry, and knits, comic books, toys, sports memorabilia and much more. Table rental for resaling items: $35. Information: Gladys, gflores@cityofevanston.org; 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Admission: FREE Age: All Date Day Time April 6 Sa 9am-4pm
APRIL 20 ARBORETUM EGG HUNT
MAY 17 NATURES NIGHT OUT
We need your help. Some of the birds in the bird sanctuary have misplaced their eggs in the arboretum and you can help find them, learn about birds and take part in activities and a craft. Bring a basket or bag for collecting. A special area is reserved for egg hunters and for children with special needs. Pre-registration required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Admission: $5 R/$7 NR Age: 18 months and up
Come mingle with family and friends at Nature’s Night Out, a fun and festive celebration of Evanston’s green community. Attendees will enjoy an evening of fantastic food from numerous local restaurants, a DJ catering to the tastes of our guests and a raffle of cool prizes. All proceeds from the event go to the Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) and will benefit the programming and operations of the Evanston Ecology Center. Nature’s Night Out is presented by the EEA and the City of Evanston. Information: environment.org/party, 847-448-8256 Location: Evanston Ecology Center Admission: $60 (EEA members), $65 (non members), $100 (Friends of the Ecology Center).
Class # 113130A9 113130B9 113130C9 113130D9
Dates April 20 April 20 April 20 April 20
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 10-11am 11:30am-12:30pm 1-2pm 2:30-3:30pm
APRIL 27 EARTH DAY What better place to celebrate Earth Day than the Evanston Ecology Center. We will have family friendly educational activities, a litter clean up, seed plantings and outdoor play. Please join us to celebrate the beauty of nature on this special holiday. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Admission: FREE Age: All Date Day Time April 20 Sa 9am-Noon
APRIL 29–MAY 3 SCREEN FREE WEEK Celebrate Screen Free Week with self-guided outdoor exploration, experiments, games, and crafts. Participants will break away from technology to explore the joy that comes from hands-on experiences with science and nature. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Admission: FREE Age: All Date April 29-May 3
Day Time M-F 3:30-5pm
MAY 11 CHILDREN’S DAY Children’s Day is a chance for all of us to get together and celebrate the precious young people in our lives. Come and join us at Fleetwood-Jourdain for our annual Children’s day Event. There will be face painting, games, food and fun. Information: 847-448-8254. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 10 yrs. and under with parent Admission: FREE
Date May 17
Day Time F 7-10:30pm
MAY 17–18 EVANSTON GARDEN FAIR The Evanston Garden Fair offers a selection of perrenials, annuals, vegetables and herb plans for sale. Most plants have been dug up from members’ gardens. Location: Independence Park Admission: Free Date Day Time May 17-18 F, Sa 9am-4pm
MAY 18 FJT SENIOR MOTOWN PARTY In Celebration of Older Americans Month, FleetwoodJourdain Community Center will be transformed into an Old School Blue Light Basement Party setting where you can put on your fanciest 60’s gear and enjoy the evening dancing, playing Roulette, Black Jack, Bingo and Bid Whist. Come on out and feast on amazing soul food, mock cocktails and perhaps a glass of wine or two. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $10; at the door $15 Age: 55 yrs. and up Date Day Time May 18 Sa 6pm
Date Day Time May 11 Sa 2-5pm
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Special Events JUNE 1 BACKYARD BOTANICALS
JULY 13–28 SUNSET BABY by Dominique Morisseau
The Lincolnwood Garden Club will be offering annuals, perennials and native plants, as well a wide variety of plants from member’s gardens for sale. Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice. Location: Independence Park Admission: Free
Nina, a tough independent woman, is visited by her estranged father, a former revolutionary in the Black Liberation Movement who seeks to mend their broken relationship. As father and daughter circle one another, deep-rooted wounds are discovered, generational differences exposed and burning truths lay bare. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $20; at the door $30
Date Day Time June 1 Sa 9am-4pm
JUNE 9–AUGUST 4 EVP NORTHSHORE CHALLENGE SERIES (EVANSTON) This event is for junior athletes who are new to the beach volleyball game and are in junior divisions 12U, 14U, & 16U. The junior teams who finish 1st and 2nd in their division will receive a bid (free entry) to compete in the 28th Annual Chicago Pro Am Championships on August 11 at North Ave Beach in Chicago, as well as a 1st and 2nd laced EVP medal. Playoffs start at 3pm. Location: Clark Street Beach Fee: $20/player for each event or $80/player for all five events Tournament Clark Street Open Clark Street Challenge North Shore Spiketacular North Shore Sun Set Clark Street Championship
Dates Jun 9 Jun 16 Jul 14 Jul 21 Aug 4
Days Su Su Su Su Su
Start Time 11am 11am 11am 11am 11am
JUNE 15–30 THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall This surrealistic fantasy, set in Room 306 at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, is about a chance encounter between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a maid, who prompts him to confront his life, his legacy and the future of his people on the eve of his assassination in 1968. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $20; at the door $30
Date July 13 July 14 July 20 July 21 July 27 July 28
Day Time Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm
AUGUST 3 POLLINATOR PALOOZA Celebrate summer at the Ecology Center’s Pollinator Festival. Evanston Ecology Center staff will be joined by community partners to increase awareness of the importance of pollinators. Festivities will include live butterflies, pollinator activities, guided tours of the pollinator garden and information about how you can help pollinator populations from local experts. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Admission: FREE Age: All Date Day Time Aug 3 Sa 9am-Noon
AUGUST 10–25 BLACK BALLERINA by Stephen Fedo and Tim Rhoze
JUNE 23 EVANSTON GARDEN WALK
As a young Black Ballerina dreams of fulfilling her passion to dance the iconic roles in the world of classical ballet she has to confront the realities of discrimination, harassment, and broken promises while fighting for the right to dance. Teeming with original choreographed ballet performances, Black Ballerina is a gift to everyone. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, Piven Theatre Workshop, Evanston Dance Ensemble and Dear Evanston Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $20; at the door $30
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the annual Evanston Garden Walk. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through 10 contrasting gardens, come rain or shine. All proceeds benefit the Evanston Ecology Center and the educational programs of the Evanston Environmental Association (EEA). Online tickets are available May 1; evanstonenvironment.org/gardenwalk. Admission: $20 for EEA members; $25 non-members; $30 day of Walk.
Date Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 24 Aug 25
Date June 15 June 16 June 22 June 23 June 29 June 30
Day Time Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm
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Day Time Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm Sa 7pm Su 3pm
AUGUST 25 COMMUNITY PICNIC
AUGUST 31 FJT WINE & DINE 4OTH ANNIVERSARY GALA
Join neighbors and friends at our annual community picnic. We will supply all the fun-music, games, entertainment, crafts and more. Pack your picnic basket and blanket or join us at the food tent for a delicious hot dog lunch provided by our special sponsors. Look for the giant tent behind the Morton Civic Center and mosey on over for a day of family fun. Information: call 311 (847-448-4311 in Evanston). Sponsor: Parks, Recreation and Community Services Location: Ingraham Park (behind the Civic Center), 2100 Ridge Ave. Admission: Free
An Evening with MacArthur Genius, Pianist Reginald Robinson. Once in a blue moon will there be a musical virtuoso like Mr. Robinson; witness his genius up close as he performs his vast range of musical compositions including Ragtime-LatinCalypso-Jazz and more. There will be a pre & postconcert reception with delicious hors d oeuvres, fine wine, sparkling Champagne, decadent desserts and a DJ spinning tunes so we can dance the night away. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $75; at the door $85
Date Day Time Aug 25 Su 1-4pm
Date Day Time Aug 31 Sa 6pm
AUGUST 29 FJT CROSSROADS BLUES FESTIVAL Featuring Harmonica Player Nuwki Nu & The Nu Blues Band. Enjoy the amazing sounds of a true America art form. This concert is not to be missed if you are a true lover of blues music. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $20; at the door $30 Date Aug 29
Day Time Th 7pm
AUGUST 30 FJT BLACK VOICES OF OPERA Featuring World Renowned Soprano Joelle Lamarre. Experience a musical journey like no other as Ms. Lamarre’s amazing vocal range guides you through many operatic compositions by Black female composers. Information: fjtheatre.com Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Admission: Advance online tickets $20; at the door $30 Date Day Time Aug 30 F 7pm
DOWNTOWN EVANSTON FARMERS’ MARKET May 4–November 2, Saturdays, 7:30am–1pm
Intersection of University Place and Oak Ave. As many as 58 Midwest vendors sell fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, eggs, baked goods and more. “Home Grown Art ” and food demos/tastings. LINK cards accepted. Free parking in adjacent Maple Ave. Garage with validation at City tent. Information: 847-448-8045 or cityofevanston.org/market
RIDGEVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET June 5–October 2 Intersection of Ridge Ave. and South Blvd.; Michael Miro, Market Manager, 847-869-5640
WEST END FARMERS’ MARKET Returning in June 2019
Intersection of Church St. and Dodge Ave. Season dates will be posted at cityofevanston.org/market
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Arts Preschool Art Classes MOM AND TOT ARTS This full contact exploratory all senses arts class led by Early Childhood educators from our popular arts camps makes visual arts projects with different weekly themes. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 1.3-3.5 yrs. Fee: $75 R/$80 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 911601E9 911601F9 911601G9 911601H9
Dates April 9-May 14 April 10-May 15 April 11-May 16 April 13-May 18
Days Tu W Th Sa
Time 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am
SPANISH MUSIC AND STORY TIME A mommy and me Spanish song, dance and story time. Build Spanish language and literacy skills as you sing, dance, read and play games together. Each week will have a different theme and will provide a gentle introduction to Spanish language. Siblings welcome. Location: Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center Age: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $50 R/$60 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 011101A9 April 17-May 22 Tu 10-11am
Art and Visual Programs MAGIC CLASS You will have fun as they learn fascinating tricks from the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. Some tricks may appear difficult but they are quick to learn and easy to perform. Tricks could involve cards, ropes, coins, or mind reading. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit. Sign up again and again since new tricks are taught at each session. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $20 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # 212101A9 222101A9
Dates April 29 June 18
Days Time M 6:45-7:40pm Tu 6:45-7:40pm
YOUTH POTTERY Have you ever squeezed wet clay through your fingers? Do you want to turn your idea for a sculpture into a real piece or art? Students expand their imagination as they create clay sculptures, elbow pots, coils and more. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yr. Fee: $88 R/$108 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates 212602A9 April 3-May 22 222602A9 June 5-July 24
Days Time W 6-7pm W 6-7pm
FAMILY CLAY SCULPTURE A child and parent work as a team to create clay pieces that they’ll always treasure. Registration will be under the child’s name. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-14 yrs. Fee: $80 R/$100 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # 212604A9 222601A9
Dates Days Time April 1-May 20 M 6-7pm June 3-July 22 M 6-7pm
ADULT POTTERY CLASS You will make sculptures, pots, plates and other items by hand-building and using the wheel. Make delightful gifts or create something for yourself. Fee includes materials, firings and 1 hour of studio time following each class. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. and up Fee: $90 R/$110 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # 213619A9 213619B9 223603A9 223603B9
Dates April 1-May 20 April 3-May 22 June 3-July 22 June 5-July 24
Days M W M W
Time 7:15-8:15pm 7:15-8:15pm 7:15-8:15pm 7:15-8:15pm
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DROP-IN POTTERY: STUDIO TIME Use this time specifically to hone your pottery skills at your own pace. Instruction is not provided and finished pottery pieces will be fired in the regular fire rotation. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. and up Fee: $14 Resident & Non-Resident Dates Days Time March 3-July 28 Su 1-3pm Non Studio April 21, May 5, 12 and 26
IMAGINARY ANIMALS IN PAPIER-MACHE A child and parent work together in a 2 step workshop exploring the fun of making exotic and imaginary animals based on the creatures of Oaxaca, Mexico in Papier-Mache. Registration will be under the child’s name. All supplies are included with this class except for newspaper. March 31 class is 30 minutes longer for specialized instruction time; 2-4pm. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yrs. Fee: $22 R/$25 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates 212601A9 March 31-April 14
Days Time Su 2:30-4pm
CHINESE BRUSHWORK Learn the basics of Chinese ink painting with an emphasis on how to hold the brush and create simple pictures of grass, bamboo and fruit. It’s fun and easy. You will find your inner artist in this workshop. Supplies included. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17yrs. and up Fee: $22 R/$25 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates 213625A9 March 10-24
Days Time Su 2:30-3:30pm
CHINESE MUSIC AND STORY TIME Music and Me in Chinese is a music and movement program for children. The classes will be taught in Chinese so Children will be immersed in Chinese language, music ,dancing and singing. Location: Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center Age: 1-5 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$125 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 011102A9
Dates Days Time April 1-May 6 M 10-10:45 am
Dance Classes CREATIVE MOVEMENT Children enter the wonderful world of dance through enjoyable exercise, dance movement, games, music, and creative fun. The fundamentals incorporate body and spatial awareness, emphasizing development rhythm and coordination. A minimal introduction to ballet and its terminology in included. No class on March 30, May 4 and 25. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 2.5-5 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$85 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 211108A9 211108B9 211108C9 211108D9 221110A9 221110B9 221110C9 221110D9
Dates March 2-April 13 March 2-April 13 April 20-June 8 April 20-June 8 June 15-July 20 June 15-July 20 July 27-Aug 31 July 27-Aug 31
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 9-9:45am 10-10:45am 9-9:45am 10-10:45am 9-9:45am 10-10:45am 9-9:45am 10-10:45am
BALLROOM DANCE Come learn the waltz, swing and other wedding favorites so you can enjoy your next special event. You will learn basic patterns, rhythms, dance positions, along with leading and following. A partner is not required. No class on March 25 and May 27. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $60 R/$80 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 213603A9 213603B9 223101A9 223101B9
Dates March 4-April 15 April 22-June 3 June 10-July 15 July 22-Aug 26
Days M M M M
Time 8-9pm 8-9pm 8-9pm 8-9pm
SALSA DANCING
CHICAGO STYLE STEPPING
Learn the basics of the popular Latin dances of salsa, meringue, and bachata. Class instruction includes easy, fun groupings that will get you out on the dance floor in style. Dancing partner not required. No class on March 28, May 2 and July 4. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$80 NR Fee, 5 sessions: $50 R/$70 NR
Come and learn the original Chicago style of stepping in a open Friendly atmosphere with Hands-On instructions. Learn the history evolution and etiquette of stepping, basic steps and turns, starting the dance and all the other necessary how when and why of stepping and beyond. Location: Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center Age: 25 yrs. and up Fee: $80 R/$100 NR Length: 8 sessions
Class # 213604A9 213604B9 223102A9 223102B9
Dates March 7-April 18 April 25-June 6 June 13-July 18 July 25-Aug 29
Days Th Th Th Th
Time 8-9pm 8-9pm 8-9pm 8-9pm
Class # Dates Days Time 013603A9 April 3-May 22 W 7-8pm
TWINKLE TOES BALLET
BEGINNING SWING DANCE You will be swinging on the dance floor after an introduction to swing dances from east coast to west coast, Charleston to Lindy hop. You will learn how to dance any style of music from big band to current pop and hip hop. Singles or couples are welcome. No class on March 25 and May 27. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $60 R/$80 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 213621A9 213621B9 223607A9 223607B9
Dates March 4-April 15 April 22-June 3 June 10-July 15 July 22-Aug 26
Days M M M M
Twinkle Toes Ballet is an introductory dance class Participants will be introduced to techniques, fundamentals, and vocabulary associated with the dance genre of ballet through the use of creative movement, music, and most importantly fun. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-7 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 442603A9 March 9-April 27 Sa 11am-Noon
Time 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm
Delores A. Holmes Recording Studio
Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center 1823 Church St., Evanston
Open to the Public
The Studio Fully operational recording studio • Private rental sessions are available •
Information and hours: Gibbs-Morrison@cityofevanston.org; 847-448-8040 To register, call 847-448-4311 or visit cityofevanston.org 9
Athletics Preschool and Kindergarten Sports
Volleyball
T BASEBALL
Come and join us for on-court drills to challenge your volleyball skills. This class focuses on setting passing, overhand serving and spiking skills. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 10-13 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 8 sessions
Instructed by We Got Game, kids learn to play ball the easy way, without a pitcher. This lead-up game to baseball emphasizes skill and sportsmanship. A t-ball “softie will be used. In the event of rain, class will be cancelled and make up days will be arranged at the end of the session. Location: James Park Age: Varies Fee: $100 R/$120 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time Age 222801A9 June 15-Aug 3 Sa 9-10am 3-5 yrs. 222801B9 June 15-Aug 3 Sa 10-11am 6-7 yrs.
INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS You will learn how to move the ball from one end of the court to the other, building skills with respect for both your teammates and your opponents. This class focuses on sportsmanship and team play, as well as the transition to outdoor play. No class March 30, May 4 and 25. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Varies Fee: $50 R/$70 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # 242821A9 242821B9 242821C9 242821D9
Dates March 16-April 20 March 16-April 20 April 27-June 8 April 27-June 8
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 3:40-4:30pm 4:40-5:30pm 3:40-4:30pm 4:40-5:30pm
Age 3-4 yrs. 5-7 yrs. 3-4 yrs. 5-7 yrs.
PEE WEE OLYMPICS Children are introduced to the world of sports through various games and activities in this fun and exciting class. Coaches will touch on various Olympic-style events as tot athletes work on large motor development and get a general understanding of different sports. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$76 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # 611102A9
Dates Days Time May 10-24 F 10-10:45am
PEE WEE BASKETBALL Tot athletes learn basketball fundamentals through popular children’s games, as well as other skills and drills activities. Learn dribbling while playing musical chairs or learn passing from Duck, Duck, Goose. Smaller balls and 5" rims are used. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$76 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # 611156A9
Dates May 10-24
JR. HIGH BEACH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
VOLLEYBALL SKILLS & DRILLS
VOLLEYKIDZ Volleykidz is an introductory class. The lesson plan introduces the pass, set and spike using a very light volleyball, also incorporates short educational drills including spelling, math and science. Volleykidz will improve each child’s hand/eye coordination and left/right coordination through the use of fun drills and games. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 6-9 yrs. Fee: $167 R/$182 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612840A9 May 11-25 Sa 12:45-1:45pm
YOUTH EVP VOLLEYBALL Calling all 4th and 5th graders. 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 student reach a new level also incorporating short educational drills including spelling, math and science. Instructors organize short games at the end of each class. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 9-11 yrs. Fee: $82 R/$94 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates 612841A9 May 11-25
Days Sa
Time 11:45am-12:45pm
JR. EVP VOLLEYBALL Reach the next level of the game with 60 minutes of drills in setting, passing and spiking. Learn to overhand serve and develop a good understanding of each position on offense and defense. The lesson plan directs the use of self-mastery training as well as game situation drills that help each student excel during volleyball games. Instructors will organize games at the end of each class. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 11-14 yrs. Fee: $85 R/$88 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612842A9 May 11-25 Sa 10:45-11:45am
Days Time F 9-9:45am
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Join this league that meets twice per week and competes in tournaments against other volleyball teams during the summer. Each player in this league will learn to play two-person game and enhance their skills of passing, setting and spiking, as well as game situation experience. Location: Clark Street Beach Age: 11-14 yrs. Fee: $139 R/NR Length: 14 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 622807A9 Jun 3-Jul 17 M, W 4:45-6:30pm
Pickleball PICKLEBALL Schedule is effective immediately. Note: times posted may change due to building rentals. Please confirm the schedule before arrival, 847-448-8250. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, Fri. and Su.: $5 Levy member/nonmember Days Time M, W 2:30-4:30pm (Levy Center members only) F 5-9pm Su 11a-3pm
PICKLEBALL—BEGINNER LESSONS This is a true introductory class for those interested in learning how to play the game. All basic strokes will be taught along with score keeping and proper sportsmanship. Paddles are available to borrow at no cost. Please wear appropriate sporting attire. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $94 R/NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 613820A9 Feb 18-March 18 M 10-11am
PICKLEBALL—ADVANCED BEGINNER/ LOW INTERMEDIATE LESSONS This class is geared towards advanced beginner/ low intermediate players that have some limited experience with pickleball, but needs technical refinement on all strokes and mechanics. Strategy and point play tips will be covered along with time set aside each lesson for supervise match play. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $94 R/NR Length: 5 sessions Class # 613821A9
Dates Feb 22-March 22
Days Time F 3-4pm
Fencing
Archery
JEDI TRAINING
ARCHERY
Using a combination of Tai Chi and Fencing our resident “Yoda”, Diana Unger will help your young Star Wars fan become a real life Jedi. This mini session of fencing will focus on self-awareness and increase self-confidence as young Jedi’s become one with the “Force”. Our Intermediate (Jedi Knight) and Advanced (Jedi Master) level class will add in meditation and yoga to help our Jedi’s work toward the level of Grand Master, therefore previous experience is required. Weapons, jackets and masks are provided and shared among classmates. Each participant is expected to purchase an underarm protector and glove, as these are personal items. In addition, each participant must be a member of the United States Fencing Association ($10 fee when you register online). Information: Michelle, 847-448-8681. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Varies Fee, Jedi Initiate training: $79 R/$93 NR Fee, Jedi Knight and Master training: $88 R/$99 NR Length: 3 sessions
Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, the basics of using a recurve bow, and fundamental shooting skills in an extremely safe environment. They also will learn an excellent, nationally recognized beginner’s nine-step to the 10 ring progression which was created by the Coaches Development Committee of the National Archery Association. Both technique and games will be a part of this class. Blunt tipped arrows, bows, and targets are provided Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 7-10 yrs. Fee: $45 R/$52 NR Length: 3 sessions
Class # Dates 612807A9 April 27-May 18 612807B9 April 27-May 18 612807C9 April 27-May 18 612807D9 May 11-25
Skills and drills in this class will focus on the very basic basketball fundamentals. Our goal in this program is to build confidence in your child and instill a love for the game of basketball. Teams of 4 are created each week, with a coach being the 5th player. Coaches monitor game play, instructing players instead of refereeing the game. No score is kept in this class. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 5-7 yrs. Fee: $98 R/$115 NR Length: 3 sessions
Days Time Level Age Sa 10:45-11:45am Initiate 7-9 Sa 12:30-1:30pm Initiate 9-13 Sa 1:45-2:45pm Knight 7-13 Sa 3-4pm Master 7-13
ADVANCED FENCING-TOURNAMENT TRAINING Summer is the perfect time for advanced level fencers to sharpen their skills. Coach Unger will work with you on preparing for tournaments, working with different weapons and add in meditation skills to help you get the edge over any opponent. At this level participants are expected to have their own glove and underarm protector, if you own your own equipment please bring it to class. Additionally, each participant should be a member of the United States Fencing Association prior to the first class. Can’t make all of the classes? Purchase a four-count attendance pass and attend the classes that work with your schedule. Because of this option, this class will not be prorated. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 11 yrs. and up Fee: $154 R/$174 NR Fee, four-count attendance pass: $100 R/ $119 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 622818A9 June 18-July 30 Tu 7:30-8:30pm
Class # 612820A9 612820B9
AFTER SCHOOL BASKETBALL TRAINING GRADES 4-6
Dates Days April 30-May 21 Tu May 7-21 Tu
BASKETBALL TRAINING GRADES K-1
Dates May 6-20 May 9-23
Days Time M 4-5:15pm Th 4-5:15pm
Focusing on basketball fundamentals, coaches will offer additional challenges to players in this league by introducing rules. The goal of this program is to develop your child into a well-rounded player. Coaches in the league will coach/referee the players, calling basic violations and fouls. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 7-9 yrs. Fee: $98 R/$115 NR Length: 3 sessions Dates May 6-20 May 9-23
Days Time M 5:15-6:30pm Th 5:15-6:30pm
Dates May 7-21
Days Tu
Time 4-6pm
If you are looking for a co-ed basketball league for your youth basketball participant that develops skill, promotes teamwork, and prepares each player for the middle school basketball league, The Fleetwood-Jourdain Summer F.A.A.M. is for you. In this league every participant will be placed on a team. Once the teams have been set each team will be assigned a practice day during the week and games will take place Saturday mornings. Each team will be provided with a dedicated coach that teaches skill development and teamork. Get your game face on and prepare for a summer of friendly competition with new experiences through the game of basketball. Registration is April 6–May 18. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 8-10 yrs. Fee: $75 R/$95 NR Length: 49 sessions Class # Dates Days 422810A9 June 22-Aug 17 M-Sa
Time 10am-1pm
FAITH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
AFTER SCHOOL BASKETBALL TRAINING GRADES 2-3
Class # 612804A9 612804B9
Class # 612831A9
SUMMER F.A.A.M BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Time 4-5pm 5-6pm
Basketball
Class # 612805A9 612805B9
This program is designed to prepare players for the Evanston feeder programs and high school play. Still focusing on skill building, coaches challenge players to perfect the fundamentals, but introduce defensive and offensive plays and player positioning. Players will play full-court with subs and coaches will tighten up on calls, which forces players to tighten up their game. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 9-12 yrs. Fee: $160 R/$184 NR Length: 3 sessions
The Fleetwood-Jourdain “FAITH” Basketball League is the perfect opportunity for all participants to engage in inclusive, fun, physical activity through the game of basketball. This league accommodates both men and women, and it is offered to all of the community faith based organizations by the City of Evanston Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center. Each faith based organization can register a readymade team with a roster of ten (10) participants. The league can accommodate eight (8) teams per division (men’s and women’s) and spaces are filled on a first come first serve basis. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $300 R/NR Length: 36 sessions Class # Dates Days 443802A9 March 4-April 25 M, W Tu, Th
Time 7-9pm 7-9pm
League Women Men
To register, call 847-448-4311 or visit cityofevanston.org 11
Athletics Tennis
Age: 6-7 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR
Registration/Information: 847-448-8252 Program content and play level information: Etowntennis@att.net, 847-498-1360
GENERAL INFORMATION Our tennis programs emphasize fun, fitness and friendship. All programs provide a variety of instruction, including stroke development, strategy, court positioning, shot selection, footwork and supervised match play. We are looking forward to a great season with our tennis vendor, E-Town Tennis. All classes will be taught by top area tennis professionals. Please dress in appropriate attire for physical activity and bring your own tennis racquet. Continue playing tennis year round and take advantage of our indoor classes, which are held at Chandler-Newberger and ETHS Fieldhouse, without paying club membership fees.
10 and Under Tennis (formerly known as Quickstart Tennis) 10 and Under Tennis offers kids a chance to learn tennis while having fun. This new, enhanced approach to introducing kids to the game uses tennis balls that are bigger and lower in compression and smaller nets are used, which allow for instant success. Class level information: visit cityofevanston.org/chandler.
Information: For more details regarding our tennis program, including tennis court use policies, court locations, prorating and make-up classes, or which level is right for you or your child, please check the tennis program information at cityofevanston.org/ chandler or email Etowntennis@att.net.
OUTDOOR 10 AND UNDER TENNIS CLASSES Red Level 1-2 and Red Advanced Level Age: 4-5 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR Class # 612750A9 612750B9 612750C9 612750D9 622720E9 622720F9 622720G9 622720H9
Dates April 8-May 13 April 9-May 14 April 13-May 18 April 14-May 19 Jun 10-July 15 Jun 12-July 17 July 22-Aug 26 July 24-Aug 28
ACADEMY: ADVANCED BEGINNER/ INTERMEDIATE
Orange Level 2
Day M Tu Sa Su M W M W
Time 4-5pm 4-5pm 9-10am Noon-1pm 3-4pm 3-4pm 3-4pm 3-4pm
Location Crown Crown James Love Leahy Leahy Leahy Leahy
Class # 612751A9 612751B9 612751C9 612751D9 622721E9 622721F9 622721G9 622721H9 622721I9 622721J9
Dates April 8-May 13 April 9-May 14 April 13-May 18 April 14-May 19 Jun 10-July 15 Jun 12-July 17 Jun 9-July 14 July 22-Aug 26 July 24-Aug 28 July 21-Aug 25
Day M Tu Sa Su M W Su M W Su
Time 5-6pm 5-6pm 10-11am 1-2pm 4-5pm 4-5pm Noon-1pm 4-5pm 4-5pm Noon-1pm
Location Crown Crown James Love Leahy Leahy Leahy Leahy Leahy Leahy
OUTDOOR YOUTH TENNIS CLASSES Beginner Age: 8-15 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR Class # 612752A9 612752B9 612752C9 612752D9 622722E9 622722F9 622722G9 622722H9
Dates April 10-May 15 April 11-May 16 April 13-May 18 April 14-May 19 June 13-July 25 June 9-July 14 Aug 1-Sep 5 July 21-Aug 25
Day W Th Sa Su Th Su Th Su
Time 5-6pm 4-5pm 11am-Noon 2-3pm 4-5pm 1-2pm 4-5pm 1-2pm
Day W Su Su
Time 6-7pm 2-3pm 2-3pm
Location Leahy Crown James Love Crown Leahy Crown Leahy
Age: 8-15 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR Dates April 10-May 15 Jun 9-July 14 July 21-Aug 25
Location Leahy Leahy Leahy
Intermediate Age: 8-15 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR Fee, 90-min class: $141 R/$161 NR Class # 612754A9 612754B9 612754C9 622724D9 622724E9
Dates April 11-May 16 April 13-May 18 April 14-May 19 Jun 13-July 25 Aug 1-Sep 5
Class # 622725A9 622725B9 622725C9 622725D9
Dates Jun 8-July 13 Jun 9-July 14 July 20-Aug 24 July 21-Aug 25
Day Sa Su Sa Sun
Time 10:30am-Noon 3-4:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 3-4:30pm
Location Crown Love Crown Love
OUTDOOR ADULT TENNIS CLASSES
Advanced Beginner
Class # 612753A9 612753B9 622723C9
Academy is for committed players with aspirations to play in tournaments or on their high school team. Strategies for singles and doubles will be introduced and practiced. Players will build on the continual development of rallying skills, developing tactical and court positioning skills, as well as an emphasis on developing the overhead serve and transition shots. Age: 7-15 yrs. Fee, 90-min class: $141 R/$161 NR
Day Th Sa Su Th Th
Time 5-6pm Noon-1:30pm 3-4pm 5-6pm 5-6pm
Location Crown James Love Crown Leahy
Age: 16 yrs. and up Length: 6 sessions Fee, 90-min class: $141 R/$161 NR Fee, 2-hr class: $184 R/$211 NR
Start/Restart Class # 613740A9 613740B9 613740C9 613740D9 623720E9 623720F9 623720G9 623720H9 623720I9 623720J9 623720K9 623720L9
Dates April 6-May 11 April 7-May 12 April 8-May 13 April 9-May 14 Jun 8-July 13 Jun 9-July 14 Jun 10-July 15 Jun 11-July 16 July 20-Aug 24 July 21-Aug 25 July 22-Aug 26 July 23-Aug 27
Day Sa Su M Tu Sa Sun M Tu Sa Sun M Tu
Time 9-10:30am 1:30-3pm 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm 8-9:30am 1:30-3pm 7-8:30pm 6-7:30pm 8-9:30am 1:30-3pm 7-8:30pm 6-7:30pm
Location James Love Crown Leahy Bent Love Crown Leahy Bent Love Crown Leahy
Advanced Beginner Class # 613741A9 623721B9 623721C9 623721D9 623721E9
Dates April 6-May 11 Jun 8-July 13 Jun 12-July 24 July 20-Aug 24 July 31-Sep 4
Day Time Sa 10:30am-Noon Sa 9:30-11am W 7:30-9pm Sa 9:30-1am W 7:30-9pm
Location James Bent Leahy Bent Leahy
Intermediate Level 1–2 Class # 613742A9 613742B9 623722C9 623722D9 623722E9 623722F9
Dates April 6-May 11 April 11-May 16 Jun 8-July 13 Jun 13-July 18 July 20-Aug 24 July 25-Aug 29
Day Time Sa 12-1:30pm Th 6-7:30pm Sa 11am-12:30pm Th 6-7:30pm Sa 11am-12:30pm Th 6-7:30pm
Location James Crown Bent Crown Bent Crown
Intermediate Level 2–3 Class # 613745A9 623724B9 623724C9
Dates April 9-May 14 Jun 11-July 16 July 23-Aug 27
Day Time Tu 7:30-9pm Tu 7:30-9pm Tu 7:30-9pm
Location Crown Crown Crown
Intermediate Level 3–4 Class # 613746A9 623725B9 623725C9
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Dates April 10-May 15 Jun 12-Juy 24 July 31-Sep 4
Day Time W 6-7:30pm W 7:30-9pm W 7:30-9pm
Location Leahy Leahy Leahy
Intermediate Level 4-Advance Class # 613747A9 623726B9 623726C9
Dates April 11-May 16 June 13-July 18 July 25-Aug 29
Day Th Th Th
Time 7-9pm 7-9pm 7-9pm
Location Leahy Leahy Leahy
OUTDOOR/INDOOR PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS Private and semi-private tennis instruction is the ultimate way to improve your tennis skills and speed your progress in tennis. We will help you find the proper instructor to meet your individual needs and goals. Our affordable private lesson fees include indoor court time and are well below the cost of similar lessons at private clubs. Indoor private lessons are available on a limited basis. Sign up early to reserve your space. Note: students who cancel lessons less than 24 hrs. in advance will not be rescheduled or reimbursed. Instructor: Matched to player’s needs and requests Age: 5 yrs. and up Skill Level: All Location: Various Evanston outdoor court locations and/or ETHS Fieldhouse, 1600 Dodge Ave Dates April 1–Sept 6
Outdoor Private Lessons Length Fee 1-hour $80 R/$85 NR 5-hour pkg. $360 R/$383 NR
EVANSTON PROGRESSIVE DOUBLES LEAGUE
FREE FRIDAY NIGHT CLINIC
This league will be available to 16 full time players. Players will be initially placed on courts based on their USTA rating and Head Pro’s determination. After warm up, three sets of play will take place with players playing one set with each other amongst their group. The individual that wins the most sets will move up for the following weeks play. Those tied for second and third place will remain on the current court, while the lesser player (4th) will move down a court for the next week. New match balls and a teaching pro will be present on league nights to clear all reserved courts and collect scores. There will be no games the first week in July. Information: Michelle Bush, mbush@cityofevanston.org; 847-448-8685. Age: 16 yrs. and up Location: Leahy Park Fee: $125 R/$135 NR
Ladies 3.5–4.0 Class # Dates Days 613760A9 May 14-July 23 Tu
Time 6:30-8:30pm
Men’s 3.5–4.0 Class # Dates Days 613760B9 May 15-July 24 W
Time 6:30-8:30pm
Indoor Private Lessons
FREE SPRING TENNIS CLINIC
Length Fee 1-hour $85 R/$90 NR 5-hour pkg. $383 R/$405 NR
This fun-filled program for all ages and levels offers free tennis instruction and games. This event kicks off Evanston outdoor tennis season. Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee: Free
LADIES LAVER CUP SINGLES TEAM LEAGUE Join us this Spring and Summer for our ladies singles team league. This league is open to tennis players in Evanston and surrounding communities. There will be four teams competing against one another in a round robin competition. USTA rules will be in effect, cityofevanston.org/LaverCup. Information: Michelle Bush, mbush@cityofevanston.org; 847-448-8685. Age: 16 years and up Length: 12 weeks with an additional championship final for the top two teams Location: Leahy Park Team fee: $400
Class # 612740A9 612740B9 612740C9
Dates March 30 March 30 March 30
Days Sa Sa Sa
Time 9-9:40am 9:40-10:20am 10:20-11am
Class # 632702A9 632702B9 632702C9 632702D9 632702E9 632702F9 632702G9 632702H9 632702I9 632702J9 632702K9 632702L9
Dates Aug 2 Aug 2 Aug 2 Aug 9 Aug 9 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 16 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 23 Aug 23
Days F F F F F F F F F F F F
Time 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm 5-6pm 6-7pm 7-8pm
EVANSTON USTA TEAM TENNIS
Time 6:30-8:30pm
Ladies 2.5–3.0 Class # Dates Days 613760C9 May 16-July 25 Th
Learn to play a sport you can play all your life. Tennis professional will go over the fundamentals of tennis and players will participate in fun, competitive games while increasing their new skills. Tennis racquets and balls are provided ruing class for those in need of equipment. Registration is limited. Register early to save your spot. Location: James Park Ages: 4 yrs. and up Fee: Free
USTA Midwest Youth Team Tennis is a beginner tennis program that uses the concepts of fun, friends and play to help build the foundation for future success in tennis and in life. The USTA Youth Tennis play format provides participants use of modified equipment and courts tailored to their age and size. This promotes ease of play and succeed right from the start. Team based games will be set up to help players further develop their tennis skills. All players will receive a team t-shirts, and age appropriate racquet. Register: MidwestTeamTennis.com Information: Michelle Bush, mbush@cityofevanston.org. Age: 5-14 yrs. Length: 5 sessions Fee: $128 R/$146 NR Location: Leahy Park Tennis Courts Dates Jun 11-July 9 Jun 11-July 9 Jun 11-July 9 July 16-Aug 13 July 16-Aug 13 July 16-Aug 13
Days Time Tu 4-5pm Tu 5-6pm Tu 6-7pm Tu 4-5pm Tu 5-6pm Tu 6-7pm
Age 5-8 yrs. 9-10 yrs. 11-14 yrs. 5-8 yrs. 9-10 yrs. 11-14 yrs.
Class # Dates Day Time 613762A9 May 20-Aug 5 M 6:30-8:30pm
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Athletics Gymnastics Registering your child for the appropriate class is the first step to ensuring success and fun with gymnastics. Our beginning classes are for children who have never taken a gymnastics class or who have taken a class for less than one year. Certain skills are necessary before taking the Advanced Beginning, Intermediate and Pre-Team classes. If your child has not mastered these skills, he or she will not be able to learn more advanced skills. Your child would then have to switch to a lower level class.
Class placement information: If your child has taken one year or more of gymnastics lessons and you are unsure if he or she should be in the Advanced Beginning or Intermediate class, please call to discuss class placement. Michelle, 847-448-8681.
Private and group gymnastic lessons: Lessons are also available for those interested in individualized attention or for those who are agedout of certain levels.
BEGINNING GYMNASTICS
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED GYMNASTICS
Beginning gymnasts will work on basic techniques while improving their coordination, balance and flexibility. Skills will be taught on the vault, bars, beam, and floor. This class is for those who have never taken gymnastics or who have taken less than 1 year of organized classes. No class on May 4. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: Varies Fee: $47 R/$53 NR Length: 3 sessions
This class is for children who have advanced knowledge of gymnastics on vault, beam, bars and floor. Coaches will work with gymnasts to create a more individual curriculum to focus on the skills and tricks they want to work on, while preparing them for team gymnastics. Participants must be promoted into this class or receive approval from the Program Coordinator or coach to register. Information and placement approval: Chandler-Newberger Community Center 847-448-8252 Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $75 R/$81 NR Length: 3 sessions
Class # 212810A9 222102A9 612810A9 612810B9
Dates May 6-20 May 6-20 May 9-23 May 9-23
Days M M Th Th
Time 4-5pm 5-6pm 4-5pm 5-6pm
Age 5-7 6-9 7-10 5-7
Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-8 yrs. Fee: $79 R/$89 NR Length:5 sessions
Information:
Class # Dates Days Time 612810C9 April 13-May 18 Sa 11am-Noon 612810D9 July 13-Aug 10 Sa 11am-Noon
Chandler-Newberger Community Center, 847-448-8252.
ADVANCED BEGINNING GYMNASTICS
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS Run, Jump, Hop and Climb. Our Preschool Gymnastics classes are designed to introduce children to the sport of gymnastics in a fun and exciting environment. Young gymnasts are given the opportunity to get comfortable with uneven bars, vault, beam and floor work including leaps, jumps and rolls. No class on May 4. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 3-4 yrs. Fee: $38 R/$40 NR Length:3 sessions Class # 611158A9 611158B9
Dates May 9-23 May 9-23
Days Time Th 3:15-4pm Th 6:15-7pm
Dates April 13-May 18 April 13-May 18 July 13-Aug 10 July 13-Aug 10
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 9-9:45am 10-10:45am 9-9:45am 10-10:45am
Class # 212811A9 222114A9
Dates May 6-20 May 9-23
Days Time M 4-5pm Th 5-6pm
Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-8 yrs. Fee: $79 R/$89 NR Length: 5 sessions
Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Varies Fee: $63 R/$67 NR Length:5 sessions Class # 211107A9 211107B9 221103A9 221103B9
This is the next step up from Beginning Gymnastics. This class allows gymnasts to continue to develop skills and increase self-esteem, while preparing them for the Intermediate/Advanced level. If your child has taken more than one year of organized classes at another gym (including training on equipment) they may be ready for this class. No class on May 4. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age:6-11 yrs. Fee: $47 R/$53 NR Length: 3 sessions
Age 3 yrs. 4-5 yrs. 3 yrs. 4-5 yrs.
Class # Dates 612811A9 April 13-May 18 612811B9 July 13-Aug 10
Days Time Sa 11am-Noon Sa 11am-Noon
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Class # 612825A9 612825B9
Dates Days Time May 6-20 M 5-6:30pm May 9-23 Th 4-5:30pm
TUMBLING FOR CHEERLEADERS Want to try out for cheerleading, but need to learn basic tumbling skills? Are you already on a squad and need to fine tune your skills for competition? This class will teach the basics of tumbling for cheerleaders and focus on synchronized tumbling. The skills you will work on will lead up to back handsprings and running tumbling. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: Varies Fee: $47 R/$53 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Days Time Age 612802A9 May 8-22 W 4:30-5:30pm 6-8 612802B9 May 8-22 W 5:30-6:30pm 9-11
Public Skating Schedule MARCH 1–SEPTEMBER 1 Check website or contact center for cancellations cityofevanston.org; 847-448-8258 MAIN RINK Dates Mar 1-Jun 7 Jun 14-Aug 30 Jun 15-Aug 31 Mar 3-Sept 1
Day Time M-F 11-12:30pm F 7:30-9pm Sa 7:30-9pm Su 1-2:30pm
STUDIO RINK Dates Mar 5-Aug 29 Mar 1-Jun 7 Mar 2-Aug 31 Mar 2-Jun 8
Day Time Tu/Th 6:30-8pm F 7:30-9pm Sa 4:30-6pm Sa 7:30-9pm
FREE TEEN SKATE (Studio Rink) Dates Jun 10-Aug 26
Day Time M 6:30-8pm
PUBLIC SKATING ADMISSION Adult Student/with ID Children 5 yrs. and under
Studio $6 $4 $2
Main Special Event $7 $8 $5 $6 $3 $3
Skate Rentals Fee: $3 per public skate session. Figure Skate sizes: child size 7–adult 14 Hockey Skates sizes: child size 7–adult 16
Skate More and Save Contact the Robert Crown office for details. This does not include Special Event and DJ Skate Nights.
Hungry After Skating? Mark Vend offers a variety of snacks and beverages out of their vending machines in the community centers main lobby.
Broomball ADULT BROOMBALL LEAGUE Games are played on Sundays from 5:30–8:30pm Fall League: September–December Winter/Spring League: January–May Information playing or entering a team: James Faedtke, jfaedtke@cityofevanston.org; 847-859-7824 Team Fee: $950
Hockey
PARENT-TOT INTRO TO SKATING
ABOUT EVANSTON YOUTH HOCKEY Evanston Youth Hockey Association provides boys and girls in Evanston and neighboring communities the opportunity to play hockey in a diverse program that is rooted in skills development, sportsmanship, outstanding coaching, leadership skills, strong character development and camaraderie. Evanston Hockey offers house, travel and high school programs, which are among the finest in the Chicago area, routinely winning tournaments and placing among the top teams in their divisions.
Evanston Hockey House Program The Evanston Hockey house program serves players from 8U-14U who are interested in hockey, and typically want to play on weekends. The Evanston Hockey house program emphasizes skill development and fun with volunteer coaches, typically parents. 8U players have in-house games and practices while 10U, 12U and 14U players compete against other North Shore programs.
Evanston Hockey Travel Program The Evanston Hockey travel program serves players from 8U-14U, including a girls 14U travel team, who are interested in a more intense practice and playing schedule geared toward a higher level of competition with professional coaching and more ice time. Travel teams play games throughout the Chicago area against other travel programs and attend tournaments in nearby states.
Evanston Hockey High School Program Evanston Hockey offers a JV and Varsity High School program for boys who attend Evanston Township High School, and a Girls High School hockey program. High school players have an intense practice and playing schedule geared toward a higher level of competition. The boys JV and Varsity High School teams play in the Illinois High School Hockey League North-Central Division; and the Girls High School team plays in the Metro Girls Hockey League.
Did You Know? Evanston Hockey is an NHL Hockey is for Everyone grant recipient. Hockey is for Everyone grants support programs that provide opportunities for youth participants in under served or marginalized communities, helping them develop important life skills that transcend the game. Evanston Hockey has been a leader in the area of diversity since the 1960s and it is an honor for the National Hockey League to recognize the program. Information: Del Morris, Director of Evanston Hockey 847-894-1521; del@evanstonhockey.com 8U travel players evanstonhockey.com, juniorwildkits.com
For the true beginner who has no prior experience and would like an introduction to the world of figure skating or hockey. One family may accompany each participant on the ice. Adults must be able to skate. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $44 R/$64 NR Fee, 5 sessions: $35 R/$55 NR Class # 312501A9 312501B9 312501C9 312501D9 322505A9 322505B9 322505C9 322505D9
Dates March 2-April 13 March 3-April 14 April 20-June 8 April 28-June 9 June 15-July 20 June 16-July 21 July 27-Aug 31 July 28-Aug 25
Days Sa Su Sa Su Sa Su Sa Su
Time 12:20-12:50pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:20-12:50pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:20-12:50pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:20-12:50pm 11:45am-12:15pm
YOUTH STICK AND PUCK Get in some extra stick and puck time on the days that schools have early dismissal or when school is not in session. Program is designed for beginning hockey players and EYHA House League players. Supervision is provided while on ice. Coaching, scrimmaging and organized practices are prohibited. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yrs. Pre-registration fee: $10 R/NR Day of, per session fee: $14 R/NR Length: 1 session Class # 312507A9 312507B9 312507C9 322504A9 322504B9 322504C9 322504D9 322504E9 322504F9 322504G9 322504H9 322504J9 322504K9 322504L9 322504M9
Dates March 6 April 19 May 1 June 15 June 22 June 29 July 6 July 13 July 20 July 27 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31
Days W F W Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 1-2:45pm 1-2:45pm 1-2:45pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm
Location Main Rink Main Rink Main Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink Studio Rink
RC EDGE HOCKEY The RC Edge Program Discount Register for a RC Edge Hockey Program class and receive 25% off additional RC Edge Hockey registrations.
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LTS HOCKEY The program’s curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating through Learn to Skate USA. Consisting of 4 levels, skaters will learn to maneuver faster and be more agile on the ice. As skaters increase their skills they have the opportunity to transition and earn badges for each different level. Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals to be successful in game situations. This class will also include elements of USA Hockey’s Learn to Play Program giving skaters a chance to Learn Basic Hockey Skills with the use of a Stick. Included with registration is a RC Edge Hockey jersey on which completed badges may be attached. A membership with Learn to Skate USA is required at the time of registration for $17. The calendar year for the LTS membership is July 1–June 30. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Varies Fee, 7 sessions: $70 R/$90 NR Fee, 8 sessions: $80 R/$100 NR Class # 312503A9 312503B9 312503C9 312503D9 312503E9 312503F9 312503G9 312503H9 322507A9 322507B9 322507C9 322507D9 322507E9 322507F9 322507G9 322507H9
Dates March 3-April 14 March 3-April 14 March 5-April 16 March 5-April 16 April 23-June 4 April 23-June 4 April 28-June 9 April 28-June 9 June 11-July 16 June 11-July 16 June 16-July 21 June 16-July 21 July 23-Aug 27 July 23-Aug 27 July 28-Aug 25 July 28-Aug 25
Days Su Su Tu Tu Tu Tu Su Su Tu Tu Su Su Tu Tu Su Su
Time 12:20-1pm 12:20-1pm 5-5:40pm 5-5:40pm 5-5:40pm 5-5:40pm 12:20-1pm 12:20-1pm 5-5:40pm 5-5:40pm 12:20-1pm 12:20-1pm 5-5:40pm 5-5:40pm 12:20-1pm 12:20-1pm
Age 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs.
LTP HOCKEY SKILLS
LITTLE BLACKHAWKS: LEARN TO PLAY
Program curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals Hockey Skills both Skating and Stick/Puck work based on the USA Hockey Learn to Play format. Participants also work with the 4 levels of skating basics as shown in the Learn to Skate USA curriculum, but this is a step up from Learn to Skate; the focus is stick/puck skill development. Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals of be successful in game situations. Included with registration is a RC Edge Hockey jersey on which completed Learn to skate badges may be attached. Full gear is a requirement for this class; all equipment can be borrowed. A membership with Learn to Skate USA is required at the time of registration for $17. The calendar year for the LTS membership is July 1–June 30. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: Varies Fee, 7 sessions: $70 R/$90 NR Fee, 8 sessions: $80 R/$100 NR
Learn to play changes the way youth hockey is offered by providing first time participants, ages 5-9yrs old, and free head-to-toe equipment. Program includes appropriate instruction and certified coaching, in a fun and safe atmosphere. For each participant to have a positive experience, this spring, it is highly recommended they have completed a Learn to Skate RC Edge Class. Information and registration: learntoplaynhl.com Location: Robert Crown Community Center (Main Rink) Age: 5-9 yrs. Fee: $145 R/NR Length: 8 Sessions
Class # 312505A9 312505B9 312505C9 312505D9 322509A9 322509B9 322509C9 322509D9
Dates March 3-April 14 March 3-April 14 April 28-June 9 April 28-June 9 June 16-July 21 June 16-July 21 July 28-Aug 25 July 28-Aug 25
Days Su Su Su Su Su Su Su Su
Time 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm 1-1:45pm
Age 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs. 3-6 yrs. 7-12 yrs.
GIRLS BEGINNER HOCKEY This beginner program is an excellent way to encourage and teach girls to the sport of hockey. Instruction will focus on developing skating skills & ice hockey fundamentals through drills and group instruction. Full gear is required for this class and can be borrowed for each session. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $56 R/$76 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # 312502A9 312502B9 322506A9 322506B9
Dates March 5-April 16 April 23-June 4 June 11-July 16 July 23-Aug 27
Days Tu Tu Tu Tu
Time 5:45-6:25pm 5:45-6:25pm 5:45-6:25pm 5:45-6:25pm
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Dates Day Time March 7-April 25 Th 5:50-6:50pm
POWER HOCKEY With Power Hockey you will increase your endurance and speed which will improve leg strength, quickness, flexibility, core strength, balance and skating techniques. Must currently participate in a House or Travel Program. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yrs. Fee: $50 R/$70 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 322502A9 June 13-July 18 Th 5-5:45pm 322502B9 July 25-Aug 29 Th 5-5:45pm
ADULT HOCKEY Beginner This is an introduction class to skating and stick and puck handling. Participants should have some basic skating skills before the beginning of the class. A helmet,stick,elbow and knee pads are required. Equipment is not available to borrow at the rink. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee, 5 session: $55 R/$75 NR Fee, 6 session: $66 R/$86 NR Fee, 7 session: $77 R/$97 NR Class # 312506A9 312506B9 312506C9 312506D9 322510A9 322510B9 322510C9 322510D9
Dates March 3-April 14 March 4-April 15 April 22-June 3 April 28-June 9 June 10-July 15 June 16-July 21 July 22-Aug 26 July 28-Aug 25
Days Su M M Su M Su M Su
Time 8:45-9:45pm 8:15-9:15pm 8:15-9:15pm 8:45-9:45pm 8:15-9:15pm 8:45-9:45pm 8:15-9:15pm 8:45-9:45pm
SUMMER ADULT DROP-IN HOCKEY This program works the same as Adult Drop-In Hockey, but this time you register for Saturday, Sunday or both at a great price. Punch cards are only valid for the Fall-Spring Seasons and will not work for these weekend sessions. Full equipment is required. No checking is allowed. Information: James Faedtke, 847-859-7824; jfaedtke@cityofevanston.org . Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18-99 Fee: $50 R/$50 NR Length: 12 sessions Class # 322503A9 322503B9
Dates June 15-Aug 31 June 16-Sept 1
Days Time Sa 5:45-7:15pm Su 11:15am-12:45pm
ADULT DROP-IN HOCKEY
Figure Skating Information
Figure Skating Classes
Robert Crown Community Center
SNOWPLOW SAM (AGE 3–5)
1701 Main St., 847-448-8258
Non-meeting dates: March 25-31, April 21, May 1-5, 25-27 and July 4
Need to rent skates during class? Figure Skates rental fee: $2 per class
Refunds, Pro-rating and Make Ups The figure skating program follows the department’s refund policy. Classes are not pro-rated if registering after class begins. Missed classes (2 max.) can only be made up with prior approval. Email make up requests to the Figure Skating Program Coordinator.
If you are looking for good games and great competition come and check out our weekday sessions. Full equipment is required. No checking is allowed. No drop-in Dec. 12-16. Location: Robert Crown Community Center (Main Rink) Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $10 per drop-in or $75 for 10-Punch Pass
Progression and Testing
Dates March 1–June 7
Parent Tot class is for parents who wish to skate with their children. Snowplow Sam 1–4 levels are designed to help the skater develop preliminary coordination and strength to maneuver on the ice. Basic Skills 1–6 are the fundamentals of the sport. See class listing for more details. Pre-Free Skate and Free Skate 1–6 is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps—all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. Adults: Skaters 18 years and up who have never skated before begin at Adult 1.
Days Time M-F 12:45-2:15pm
Classes should be completed and passed in sequential order. Each child’s progress will be monitored weekly and at the end of the session an instructor will evaluate their skills. After passing the evaluation, the skater should enroll in the next level.
Which class is right for me or my child?
Learn to Skate USA Membership The figure skating program follows the curriculum of Learn to Skate USA, which is supported by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speed skating and Special Olympics. LTS USA requires a yearly membership fee of $17 per child which is valid July 1–June 30 annually. Payment for your membership will be required when registering for your first skating class. Membership fees are not pro-rated regardless of when registering for your first skating class. All figure skating programs require the membership. To learn more about the benefits of LTS USA visit learntoskateusa.com.
Figure Skating Class Discount If the same individual registers for more than one class a week, the second class is 50% off. The discount is deducted from the lower price class and does not apply to off-ice classes. Register at the office to receive discount. Must be applied before classes begin.
Introductory classes are divided into four progressive levels. Children with no prior skating experience build confidence, develop agility, balance, coordination, speed and learn basic skating skills. Fee, 7 sessions: $70 R/$90 NR Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$80 NR
Snowplow 1 Class # 312522A9 312522B9 312522C9 312522D9 312522E9 312522F9 322512A9 322512B9 322512C9 322512D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Snowplow 2 Class # 312523A9 312523B9 312523C9 312523D9 312523E9 312523F9 322513A9 322513B9 322513C9 322513D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Snowplow 3 Class # 312524A9 312524B9 312524C9 312524D9 312524E9 312524F9 322514A9 322514B9 322514C9 322514D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Snowplow 4 Class # 312525A9 312525B9 312525C9 312525D9 312525E9 312525F9 322515A9 322515B9 322515C9 322515D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 9:30-10:30am 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am 4:30-5pm 9:30-10am
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BASIC 1–6 (AGE 6–17) The Learn to Skate basic skills are the fundamentals and basic knowledge of the sport. The six levels introduce the fundamental moves: forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, turns and mohawks while progressing at their own rate. Upon completion of the Basic 1–6 levels and after skill mastery is demonstrated, skaters will advance to more specialized areas of skating. Basic 1 is for children with no prior skating experience. Fee, 7 sessions: $75 R/$95 NR Fee, 6 sessions: $65 R/$85 NR
Basic 1 Class # 312526A9 312526B9 312526C9 312526D9 312526E9 312526F9 312526G9 312526H9 322516A9 322516B9 322516C9 322516D9 322516E9 322516F9
Basic 2 Class # 312527A9 312527B9 312527C9 312527D9 312527E9 312527F9 312527G9 312527H9 322517A9 322517B9 322517C9 322517D9 322517E9 322517F9
Basic 3 Class # 312528A9 312528B9 312528C9 312528D9 312528E9 312528F9 312528G9 312528H9 322518A9 322518B9 322518C9 322518D9 322518E9 322518F9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8:45-9:30am 11-11:45am
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am
Basic 4 Class # 312529A9 312529B9 312529C9 312529D9 312529E9 312529F9 312529G9 312529H9 322519A9 322519B9 322519C9 322519D9 322519E9 322519F9
Basic 5 Class # 312530A9 312530B9 312530C9 312530D9 312530E9 312530F9 322520A9 322520B9 322520C9 322520D9
Basic 6 Class # 312531A9 312531B9 312531C9 312531D9 312531E9 312531F9 322521A9 322521B9 322521C9 322521D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Sa Tu Th Sa Sa Th Sa Sa Tu Sa Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 8-8:45pm 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am 5-5:45pm 8-8:45am 11-11:45am
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am
Days Tu Th Sa Tu Th Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am 5-5:45pm 10-10:45am
Pre-Free Skate Class # 312532A9 312532B9 312532C9 312532D9 312532E9 312532F9 322522A9 322522B9 322522C9 322522D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 7-April 18 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 25-June 6 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
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ADVANCED SKATING (AGE 6-17) Each progressive skill level is comprised of various transitions, spins and jumps, building on the previous skill and providing a strong foundation. Fee, 7 sessions: $90 R/$110 NR Fee, 6 sessions: $77 R/$97 NR
Free Skate 1 Class # 313554A9 313554B9 313554C9 313554D9 322525A9 322525B9 322525C9 322525D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Free Skate 2 Class # 313555A9 313555B9 313555C9 313555D9 322526A9 322526B9 322526C9 322526D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Free Skate 3 Class # 313556A9 313556B9 313556C9 313556D9 322527A9 322527B9 322527C9 322527D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Free Skate 4 Class # 313557A9 313557B9 313557C9 313557D9 322528A9 322528B9 322528C9 322528D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Free Skate 5 Class # 313558A9 313558B9 313558C9 313558D9 322529A9 322529B9 322529C9 322529D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Free Skate 6 Class # 313559A9 313559B9 313559C9 313559D9 322530A9 322530B9 322530C9 322530D9
Dates March 5-April 16 March 2-April 13 April 23-June 4 April 20-June 8 June 11-July 16 June 15-July 20 July 23-Aug 27 July 27-Aug 31
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am 5:45-6:30pm 10-10:45am
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am
Days Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa Tu Sa
Time 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am 5:45-6:30pm 9:15-10am
ADULT (AGE 18 yrs. and up) There are six class levels. Skaters progress at an individual rate. Based on prior skating experience, adults choose the best matched level. Fee, 6 sessions: $77 R/$97 N
Adult 1
Class # 313547A9 313547B9 313547C9 313547D9 323503A9 323503B9 323503C9 323503D9
Adult 2
Class # 313548A9 313548B9 313548C9 313548D9 323504A9 323504B9 323504C9 323504D9
Adult 3
Class # 313549A9 313549B9 313549C9 313549D9 323505A9 323505B9 323505C9 323505D9
Adult 4
Class # 313550A9 313550B9 313550C9 313550D9 323506A9 323506B9 323506C9 323506D9
Adult 5
Class # 313551A9 313551B9 313551C9 313551D9 323507A9 323507B9 323507C9 323507D9
Adult 6
Class # 313552A9 313552B9 313552C9 313552D9 323508A9 323508B9 323508C9 323508D9
ADULT FREE SKATE 1–3
SATURDAY PACKAGES
Each Free Skate level is divided into four sections: moves in the field, spins, dance/footwork sequence and jumps. The Free Skate levels are designed to give skaters a strong foundation on which to build their skills. This is the point where the skater can choose whether to pursue a recreational or competitive approach to the sport of figure skating. Fee: $77 R/$97 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 313568A9 March 6-April 17 W 8:30-9:30pm 313568B9 April 24-June 5 W 8:30-9:30pm
Program consists of off-ice conditioning, power skills development and freestyle class.
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7-7:45pm 10:40am-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40am-11:25am
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7-7:45pm 10:40am-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am 7-7:45pm 10:40-11:25am
Ballet For Skaters
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7:45-8:30pm 10:40-11:25am 7:45-8:30pm 10:40-11:25am 7:45-8:30pm 10:40-11:25am 7:45-8:30pm 10:40-11:25am
Advanced
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm
Dates March 6-April 17 March 2-April 13 April 24-June 5 April 20-June 8 June 12-July 17 June 15-July 20 July 24-Aug 28 July 27-Aug 31
Days W Sa W Sa W Sa W Sa
Time 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm 7:45-8:30pm 11:30am-12:15pm
ADULT SKATE 360 Ideally for adults at the Adult 5 level and above. Instruction includes stroking, moves in the field, jump and spins. Fee, 6 sessions: $77 R/$97 NR Class # Dates 323509A9 June 10-July 15 323509B9 July 22-Aug 19
Days Time M 8-9pm M 8-9pm
SPECIALIZED AND ADVANCED (AGE 6–17) Ballet fundamentals specifically designed for skaters, focusing on strength and flexibility. Length: 6 sessions
Beginner Fee: $44 R/$64 NR Class # Dates Days Time 313576C9 March 5-April 16 Tu 5-5:45pm 313576D9 April 23-June 4 Tu 5-5:45pm Fee, 6 weeks: $54 R/$74 NR Class # Dates Days Time 313576A9 March 4-April 15 M 6-7pm 313576B9 April 22-June 3 M 6-7pm
Axel and Double Jump Skaters will focus on axel and double jump techniques. Fee: $65 R/$85 NR Length: 67sessions Class # Dates Days Time 313573A9 March 7-April 18 Th 5-5:45pm 313573B9 April 25-June 6 Th 5-5:45pm
ICE DANCING Geared for the novice solo skater or young dance couple of all ages. Each class begins with a series of stroking drills to music and progresses to steps, turns and musical interpretation. Fee:, 6 sessions $77 R/$97 NR Fee:, 5 sessions $64 R/$84 NR Class # Dates Days Time 313565A9 March 3-April 14 Su 2:40-3:40pm 313565B9 April 28-June 9 Su 2:40-3:40pm 313565C9 June 16-July 21 Su 2:40-3:40pm 313565D9 July 28-Aug 25 Su 2:40-3:40pm
Low (Pre FS–FS 4) Fee: $113 R/$123 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates 313574A9 March 2-April 13 313574B9 April 20-June 8 322535A9 June 15-July 20 322535B9 July 27-Aug 31
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am 8:30-10:45am
Days Sa Sa Sa Sa
Time 6:45-11:30am 6:45-11:30am 6:45-11:30am 6:45-11:30am
Intermediate (FS 5–6) Fee: $113 R/$123 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates 313574C9 March 2-April 13 313574D9 April 20-June 8 322535C9 June 15-July 20 322535D9 July 27-Aug 31
High (Passed FS 6) Fee: $128 R/$148 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates 313574E9 March 2-April 13 313574F9 April 20-June 8 322535E9 June 15-July 2 322535F9 July 27-Aug 31
ADVANCED TRAINING SESSIONS Designed for the advanced level figure skater. Skaters must be at the Freeskate 6 level or above. This camp will consist of on ice training including jumps, spins, choreography, power skating and Moves in the Field. Office training will include cardio exercises, jump technique, dance and yoga. The camp also includes practice ice sessions each day. The weekly camp requires pre-registration and space is limited. Camp will be offered on a daily basis only when it has not reached maximum capacity. Fee: $190 R/$210 NR; $151 R/$171 NR (July 2-6) Class # 323547A9 323547B9 323547C9 323547D9 323547E9 323547F9 323547G9 323547H9 323547J9 323547K9
Dates June 10-14 June 17-2 June 24-28 July 2-6 July 8-12 July 15-19 July 22-26 July 29-Aug 2 Aug 5-9 Aug 19-23
Days M-F M-F M-F M-W, F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm 7:30am-2:30pm
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Athletics Yoga FIRESIDE YOGA Join us at the most unique and relaxing setting for yoga in Evanston. Our fireside yoga program is held in front of the large fireplace inside the Evanston Ecology Center. Yoga strengthens your mind, body and spirit. Please bring your own yoga mat. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee: $48 R/$62 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time Level 113107A9 April 3-May 22 W 6-7pm Beg. 113107B9 April 3-May 22 W 7:15-8:15pm Multi.
LIGHTHOUSE BEACH YOGA Come join us for yoga at Lighthouse Beach. We will be offering different levels of instruction to match your yoga needs. Please bring your own yoga towel or beach mat. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee: $48 R/$62 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time Level 122138A9 June 12-July 31 W 6-7pm Beg. 122138B9 June 12-July 31 W 7:15-8:15pm Multi.
PILATES/YOGA FUSION This class blends the best of both disciplines to provide participants with a strong core, flexibility and overall strength. Instructor: Amanda Hart Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 LM/$80 NM Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 513305A9 March 23-May 25 Sa 10:30-11:30am 523323A9 June 8-Aug 10 Sa 10:30-11:30am
CONTINUING YOGA This class is recommended for those who have prior experience and are able to sustain a higher level of effort. Relax in a non-competitive atmosphere while practicing activities leading to flexibility, strength and balance and meditation techniques. Instructor: Emily Williams-Guthrie Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 12 yrs. and up Fee: $64 LM/$79 NM Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 513311A9 March 25-May 13 M 6-7:30pm 523302A9 June 10-July 29 M 6-7:30pm
YOGA TO HEAL 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 Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 LM/$80 NM Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 513315A9 March 23-May 25 Sa 9:15-10:15am 523325A9 June 8-Aug 10 Sa 9:15-10:15am
Tai Chi TAI CHI This relaxing, gentle, flowing exercise coordinates movement, breath and mind. Tai Chi benefits people of all physical abilities. You’ll increase your flexibility, coordination, balance and circulation. Previous class experience required for Intermediate level. No Class on July 4. Instructor: Norm Zuefle Location: Levy Senior Center and Burnham Shores Park Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 20 sessions: $90 LM/ $105 NM Fee, 11 sessions: $50 LM/ $65 NM
Intermediate Level Class # Dates Days Time 513320A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 7-8:15am 523310A9 June 18-July 25 Tu, Th 7-8:15am
Beginning Level Class # Dates Days Time 513317A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 8:15-9:15am 523309A9 June 18-July 25 Tu, Th 8:15-9:15am
TAI CHI FUNDAMENTALS Learn a basic Tai Chi form as well as a number of techniques designed to energize the body, reduce and manage stress and improve balance and flexibility. Regular practice of this system of gentle movements can facilitate harmonious energy flow throughout the body enhancing your physical and emotional well-being. Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $70 LM/$85 NM Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Day Time 513328A9 March 24-May 26 Sun 1-2:30pm 523315A9 June 9-Aug 11 Sun 1-2:30pm
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Martial Arts KARATE Join Sensei Thomas Sexton, a 53 year martial arts participant and instructor to strengthen your mind, body, and spirit through traditional martial arts. Martial art training varies from basic to advanced skill training. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 12 sessions Class # Dates Days 412105A9 March 9-May 25 Sa 422805A9 June 8-July 27 Sa
Time 9-10am 9-10am
TAE KWON DO Grandmaster Connelly is Evanston’s most experienced Taekwon-do martial arts professional. The Grandmaster’s classes are fun, safe, ageappropriate 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. No class on July 1 and 3. Information: Grandmaster Connelly, 847-568-0912; Connellysacademy.com. Instructor: Grandmaster Connelly Location: Levy Senior Center
TIGER CUBS Designed to be engaging and fun, this class will bring out the best in your child. Students develop focus, agility and strength in this safe, non-competitive and non-combative class. The traditional values of Taekwon-do are coupled with modern, age-appropriate games and activities. Grandmaster Connelly is Evanston’s most experienced martial arts professional. His classes are inclusive and fun for all kids. Age: 4-7 yrs. Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Fee, 9 sessions: $122 R/$137 NR Class # 512304A9 512304B9 522301A9 522301B9
Dates March 25-May 20 March 27-May 22 June 3-Aug 12 June 5-Aug 14
Days M W M W
Time 5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm
YOUNG TIGERS
WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE
This is a fun and exciting, non-competitive class in which your child will progress in the martial arts, develop leadership skills and challenge them to be their personal best. Building competence and confidence, your child will grow stronger in mind body and spirit. Age: 7 yrs. and up Fee, 9 sessions:$122 R/$137 NR Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR
In this day and age, we are living in a time where crime is increasing and unfortunately women are being targeted as potential victims. In an effort to increase women’s safety, the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center now offers a Women’s Self Defense class. Every registered participant will gain confidence within themselves as they increase their physical strength, ability to better observe their surroundings and defend themselves against larger attackers. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 8 sessions
Class # Dates 512305A9 March 25-May 20 522302A9 June 3-Aug 12
Days M M
Time 6-7pm 6-7pm
INTERMEDIATE YOUTH This class is designed to provide an encouraging and challenging training opportunity for youth who are ranked at Green through Blue Belt. This class emphasizes leadership as well as the patterns and techniques specific to the students’ needs. Age: 13-18 yrs. Fee, 9 sessions: $122 R/$137 NR Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # Dates 512306A9 March 27-May 22 522303A9 June 5-Aug 14
Days Time W 6-7pm W 6-7pm
ADVANCED YOUTH The class challenges youth students ranked at Red Stripe and higher to take their training to the next level. Emphasizing rank appropriate patterns, techniques and leadership, students will be prepared for advancement, physically and mentally. Age: 12-18 yrs. Fee, 9 sessions: $122 R/$137 NR Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # Dates Days 512307A9 March 27-May 22 W 522304A9 June 5-Aug 14 W
Time 7-8pm 7-8pm
ADVANCED TEENS AND ADULTS This class is designed to provide a challenging training opportunity to teens and adults who are ranked at Black Stripe or higher. Age: 13 yrs. and up Fee, 9 sessions: $122 R/$137 NR Fee, 9 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # Dates 513302A9 March 25-May 20 523311A9 June 3-Aug 12
Days Time M 7-8:30pm M 7-8:30pm
Class # Dates Days Time 443324A9 March 9-May 25 Sa 10-11am 443324B9 June 8-July 27 Sa 10-11am
Boxing BOXING AND SELF DEFENSE This is a comprehensive boxing program that teaches both young men and women the fundamentals of the sport of boxing. Students will learn the self-defense and competitive techniques of one of the oldest and most effective martial arts in the world. Our students will learn self-discipline and build confidence in a fun and ego free environment. All skill levels are welcome. Location: Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center Age: 8-14 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$120 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 042801A9 Jan 12-March 2 Sa 11am-Noon
Teen and Adult Fitness FREE FITNESS WEEK The Levy Center will be holding a FREE week of fitness classes throughout the year. This is your opportunity to find the fitness class that is right for you without any obligations. All classes will start their new session the following week, so you will be able to register for that great new class you just discovered. A schedule of classes will be available at the Levy Center. Free Week: Tues., May 28–Sun., June 2
CARDIO AND WEIGHT INTERVAL This workout will maximize your cardiovascular capacity and calorie burn. It alternates between cardio intervals and weight training by using bands, free weights, balls, and steps. Instructor: Rosa Velazquez Location: Levy Center Age Level: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $55LM/$70 NM Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates 513324A9 March 18-May 20 523326A9 June 3-Aug 5
Day Sun Sun
Time 1-2:30pm 1-2:30pm
ZUMBA Zumba® is a fusion of Latin and International music with dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. Routines feature aerobic/ fitness interval training, resistance training and a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Easy-to-follow dance steps and body-sculpting movements maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $70 R/$85 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates 513306A9 March 19-May 21 523307A9 June 4-Aug 6
Days Tu Tu
Time 7:30-8:30pm 7:30-8:30pm
TUMMY & TUSH If you have been trying to slim down these problem areas, then this is the class for you. These great exercise routines concentrate on strengthening and firming up your abdominal and gluteus muscles. Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 R/$80 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates 513322A9 March 19-May 21 523313A9 June 4-Aug 6
Days Tu Tu
Time 5:30-6:15pm 5:30-6:15pm
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LOW IMPACT AEROBICS Spend 30 minutes doing good-time, low-impact aerobics and 30 minutes on strength exercises and stretching. This complete workout is over before you know it. Instructor: Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 R/$80 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 513323A9 March 19-May 21 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 523314A9 June 4-Aug 6 Tu 6:30-7:30pm
NIA Nia is a sensory-based dance/movement practice that gets your heart pumping, body moving and energy flowing in a way that leads to health, wellness, and fitness. This expressive, creative experience uses fantastic World music with easyto-follow dance steps that can be adapted to accommodate individual needs and abilities. No class on July 3. Instructor: Myrna Weinman Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee: $65 R/$80 NR Length: 10 sessions Class # 513329A9 523316A9 622721J9
Dates March 20-May 22 June 5-Aug 14 July 21-Aug 25
Days W W Su
Time 6-7pm 6-7pm Noon-1pm Leahy
OUTDOOR YOUTH TENNIS CLASSES Beginner
Fitness Rooms
Personal Training
FITNESS ROOM AT LEVY CENTER
PERSONAL TRAINING AT LEVY CENTER
(Ages 18+)
Improve your stamina, balance and shape when you make a commitment to staying active. It’s easy when you join our Fitness Room with its top-quality equipment and light, bright, cheerful atmosphere. Operating hours are subject to change on holidays; the dates the Levy Center will be closed are posted one week in advance. Location: Levy Senior Center Fees: Levy Center Member: $115 Y/$10 M Non-member Resident: $300 Y/$26 M Non-member Non-Resident: $350 Y/$32 M Daily Fee, all adults: $5 Days Age Time M-F 18-54 7-9am/5-9pm M-F 55+ 7am-9pm Sa-Su All Ages 9am-3pm
FITNESS ROOM AT FLEETWOODJOURDAIN CENTER (Ages 18+)
Day W
Take the road to a healthier tomorrow and find a personal trainer at the Levy Center who is right for you. You don’t have to be a Levy Center member or a Fitness Room member to purchase a personal training package. Choose between 5 or 10 sessions in either 30 or 60 minutes lengths. 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 from the date of issue. Registration: Levy Senior Center’s office, 847-448-8250 Fee for 30-minute sessions: 1 session, $30; 5-session package, $135; 10-session package, $270 Fee for 60-minute sessions: 1 session, $43; 5-session package, $194; 10-session package, $387.
Our Fitness room is a bright beautiful place to work out, it has what you need to get or stay in shape. The Fitness room has Ellipticals, weights, Treadmills and other options available for your workout needs. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Yearly Fee: $120.00 Monthly Fee: $50.00 Daily fee: $5 Dates Day Time Ongoing M-F 6am-8:30pm Sa 9am-4pm
Age: 8-15 yrs. Length: 6 sessions Fee: $92 R/$106 NR Class # Dates 612752A9 April 10-May 15
(Ages 18+)
Time Location 5-6pm Leahy
Open Gym Fee: FREE Note: times posted may change due to building rentals. Please confirm the schedule on the website or call the center for cancellation dates, prior to arrival.
Robert Crown Community Center Saturdays: 1–2pm Grade School (March 16–Aug 31) 2–3:30pm High School (March 16–Aug 31) Sundays: 1:30–3:30pm 18 yrs. and up (March 3–Sept 1) Schedule: cityofevanston.org/robertcrown; 847-448-8258
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Schedule is effective Mar. 1 Mon. - Fri., 7–9pm for high schoolers and young adults. Schedule: cityofevanston.org/fleetwood; 847-448-8254
Chandler-Newberger Community Center Schedule: cityofevanston.org/chandler; 847-448-8252
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Ecology Parent and Child Classes TERRARIUMS Create your own terrarium using an upcycled glass container, soil and plants. Fee includes soil, plants and container. Pre-registration is required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 7 yrs. and up Fee: $16 R/$20 NR Length: 1 session Class # 112106A9
Dates Days Time March 2 Sa 10-11:30am
NATURE PALS Learn about the wonders of the spring through stories, songs, nature activities and walks. Children will enjoy experiencing nature and learn basic skills such as numbers, letters, colors and more as they are accompanied by an adult. Child must be age 2 years by the first class. Dress for the weather; we plan to venture outside each class. Pre-registration required. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 2-3 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$125 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 112137A9 April 2-May 21 Tu 10-11am 142108A9 Jan 15-March 5 Tu 10-11am
TINY TREKKERS How do plants and animals transform in the spring? You and your preschooler can unlock the mysteries together during a 6-week series. Classes include crafts, stories, songs and snacks. Dress for the weather, as each class has an outdoor adventure. Child must be age 4 years by the first class. Preregistration required. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $100 R/$125 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 112139A9 April 4-May 9 Th 10-10:30am
NATURE PLAY DATE Schedule a play date with nature. You and your child will explore the wonders of the Ladd Arboretum through games, crafts, stories and outdoor play. This free-style play date allows your child to discover which activities they like best and go at their own pace. Come late or leave early if you please. Join us each week for a different theme. Caregiver required. Pre-registration encouraged, drop-ins welcome, please call for availability, 847-448-8256. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 1-4 yrs. Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # 112160A9 112160B9 112160C9 122132A9 122132B9 122132C9
Dates March 15 April 12 May 10 June 21 July 12 Aug 9
Days F F F F F F
Time 9:30-11:30am 9:30-11:30am 9:30-11:30am 9:30-11:30am 9:30-11:30am 9:30-11:30am
LUNCH AND LEARN Join the critters of the Evanston Ecology Center for a picnic lunch in the Ladd Arboretum. We will learn about what our animals like to eat for lunch and how they avoid being lunch. Please bring your own nut free lunch. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # 122131A9 122131B9 122131C9
Dates June 28 July 26 Aug 23
Days F F F
Time 11:30am-12:30pm 11:30am-12:30pm 11:30am-12:30pm
Scout Programs BOY AND GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS AT THE ECOLOGY CENTER Located within the Ladd Arboretum and housing a variety of resident live animals, the Evanston Ecology Center is an ideal place for your Girl Scout or Cub Scout troop to explore. Our educational and interactive programs will engage your troop and meet most or all of the badge requirements. In addition to the topics listed below, the Ecology Center will work with you to meet your troops’ unique needs. Girl Scouts: Clover Petal (Daisy), Rosie Petal (Daisy) Senses (Daisy-Brownie), Bugs (Daisy-Brownie), Letterboxer (Brownie), Geocacher (Junior-Cadette) Cub Scouts: Backyard Jungle (Tiger), Tigers in the Wild (Tiger), Paws on the Path (Wolf), Air of the Wolf (Wolf), Fur, Feathers and Ferns (Bear), Weeblo Walkabout (Weeblo), Into the Woods (Weeblo. Programs vary in length depending on requirements and reservations are required two weeks in advance. Please call for availability. Cost is $6 R/$8 NR per scout with a 10-scout minimum.
BOY SCOUT MERIT BADGE We will help you on your path to Eagle Scout. We offer a mix of required and elective badges each season. Books and supplies will be provided. Participants must obtain their blue cards before coming to the class. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 11-17 yrs. Fee: $31 R/$39 NR Length: 2 sessions Class #
Dates
Days Time
Citizenship in the World Badge 112114A9 March 11-18 M Environmental Science Badge 112114B9 April 8-15 M Weather Badge 112114C9 May 6-13 M
4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm
SCOUT SATURDAYS Join local scouts to earn Girl and Boy scout badges with Ecology Center staff. Each two hour session will cover all the required actions for the badge or adventure. This program does not include the physical badge. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 7-10 yrs. Fee: $10 R/$13 NR Length: 1 session Class #
Dates
Days Time
Webelo Walkabout Badge 112173A9 March 16 Sa Fur, Feathers and Ferns Badge 112173B9 March 16 Sa Bugs Badge 112173C9 April 6 Sa Outdoor Adventurer Badge 112173D9 April 6 Sa
10am-Noon 2-4pm 10am-Noon 2-4pm
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Ecology Family Programs NIGHT HIKE Test your nocturnal senses on a guided night hike through the Arboretum. Themed night hike activities, a campfire and s’mores make for a perfect evening. Pre-registration is required. Start times for this course vary based on the sunset. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # 112157A9 112157B9 112157C9 123112A9 123112B9 123112C9
Dates March 22 April 12 May 31 June 14 July 12 Aug 24
Days F F F F F Sa
Time 6:30-8pm 7:30-9pm 7:30-9pm 7:30-9pm 7:30-9pm 7:30-9pm
Days F Sa F Sa F Sa F Sa F Sa
Time 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm
Theme Water Cycle Water Cycle Thunder and Lightning Thunder and Lightning Coyotes Coyotes Raccoons Raccoons Foxes Foxes
BUBBLE SCIENCE Experience the wonder and magic of bubbles at the Ecology Center. Learn about how bubbles form, participate in hands-on bubble experiments, and play outside with giant bubbles. Participants will even get to make their very own bubble wand to take home Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 4-9 yrs. Fee: $10 R/$13 NR Length: 1 session Class # 122114A9
Dates June 1
Dates Days Time June 15-16 Sa, Su 7pm-8am
WILD WEEKENDS
Join the Ecology Center staff for fun-filled campfires with nature themes. Each evening includes stories, songs and the ever-popular s’mores. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 2 yrs. and up Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Dates April 26 April 27 May 24 May 25 June 28 June 29 July 19 July 20 Aug 30 Aug 31
Introduce your family to camping close to home by spending the night under the stars on Lighthouse Beach. We’ll have a campfire, 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 canceled. Note: swimming will not be allowed at any time. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee: $50 R/$63 NR per family Length: 2 sessions Class # 122133A9
FAMILY CAMPFIRE
Class # 113119A9 113119B9 113119C9 113119D9 123104A9 123104B9 123104C9 123104D9 123104E9 123104F9
FAMILY CAMPOUT
Days Time Sa 10-11:30am
Gather at the Ecology Center for a visiting live animal presentation. We will be partnering with wildlife conservation organizations to teach the importance of these animals in the ecosystem and what we can do to protect them. Join us early for an introduction animal activity and the animal presentation starting at 6:30pm to make for a wild weekend. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $10 R/$12 NR Length: 1 session Class # 113150A9
Dates May 11
Days Time Organization Sa 6-8pm Big Run Wolf Ranch
MOTHS Come to this program like a moth to a flame and learn about the butterflies of the night. We will use black lights and bait to attract moths for viewing. Families will learn about the habits of these mysterious nocturnal pollinators. Registered caregiver required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $7 R/$9 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates 122143A9 Aug 9
Days Time F 7:30-9pm
FREE ACCESS TO FISHING This popular free program is a great way to introduce children age 5 years and up to the “catchand release” process. Equipment, bait and fishing expertise are provided. Drop by every Saturday, June 1 through August 31, from 10am–1pm, at Lovelace Park, Gross Point Rd. at Thayer St. Kids under age 16 years don’t need a license, but must be accompanied by an adult. Information: 847-448-8256.
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Open House ECOLOGY OPEN HOUSE Join us every Friday from June 14–August 23, 2019 from 9–11am for self-guided free play and exploration of the Ecology Center in our new classroom. Our animal classroom is the perfect meeting location for your next play date or day out. Visit our critters, peruse our nature stories and get hands on with our natural play materials.
COMMUNITY GARDEN LOTTERY The Evanston Community Garden Program rents garden plots from mid-March through midNovember 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. Information packet with forms will be available on January 10 online at cityofevanston.org/ecology. To receive a lottery packet by mail, please call 847-448-8256. Prospective gardeners should register for the Community Garden Lottery by March 5th. The lottery will be held on Saturday, March 9 at the Evanston Ecology Center. Available garden plots will be assigned at the lottery. Plot Full Plot Half Plot Raised Bed Raised Bed
Location Fee All sites $85 All sites $42.50 Twiggs Park $38 James Park $25
IDNR EDUCATOR LOAN BOXES The Illinois Department of Natural Resources Division of Education has field packs and resource trunks available for loan to educators. Field packs contain hands-on equipment and reference material to encourage nature exploration. Resource trunks are large plastic containers filled with supplemental items to enhance lessons. The Evanston Ecology Center has 7 packs and trunks available for loan for free to educators. Bins may be loaned for up to two weeks by picking them up and signing them out of the Ecology Center MondayFriday from 8:30am–5pm. Information and bin availability: 847-448-8256. Trunks and Packs Available at the Evanston Ecology Center: • Aquatic Illinois • Field Trip Pack • Illinois Amphibians and Reptiles Field Pack • Illinois Insects and Spiders • Illinois Invasive Species • Illinois Trees • Illinois Wild Mammals
Ecology Classes AFTER-SCHOOL ANIMALS Get connected to some of the Ecology Center’s resident critters. Participants will discover fun facts and get up close to a different animal each week. It’s the perfect afterschool opportunity for the animal lovers in your family. Pre-registration required. This is a drop off program. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # 112161A9 112161B9 112161C9
Dates April 10 April 17 April 24
Days W W W
Time 4-5pm 4-5pm 4-5pm
SHELTER BUILDING Sharpen your survival skills. Come to the Ecology Center to learn and practice building shelters. We’ll be using branches, leaves and other natural materials to build shelters for survival and fun. This is a drop-off program. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee: $10 R/$13 NR Length: 1 session Class # 112164A9
Dates Days Time March 23 Sa 10-11:30am
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. Pre-registration required. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee: $25 R/$30 NR Length: 1 session Class # 113136A9
Dates Days Time May 14 Tu 7-8:30pm
TREASURE HUNT Discover the ecological treasures of Lighthouse Beach in this pirate themed scavenger hunt through the dunes. Join us for stories and s’mores by the fire after you solve all the clues. Pirate customs encouraged. Caregiver required to register with child. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # 122134A9
Dates July 27
ART IN NATURE
BIRD WATCHING BASICS
Let’s find inspiration in the natural world, and use natural materials to make works of art. Drop your child off with us and we will help let their creativity shine by joining us for arts and crafts using leaves, sticks, rocks, and much more. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 7-12 yrs. Fee: $12 R/$15 NR Length: 1 session
Get started birding. Beginner birders will learn tips for identifying birds and how to find them using binoculars. We will enjoy what we have learned on a bird walk through the arboretum. Binoculars provided. Please dress for the weather. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee: $10 R/$13 NR Length: 1 session
Class # 122137A9
Class # 113155A9
Dates July 13
Days Time Sa 10-11:30am
Dates April 13
Days Time Sa 9-11am
AFTER-SCHOOL STEM
APIARY TOURS
Supplement your child’s STEM education in this afterschool drop-off program. Participants will progress from the large to the small, exploring scientific topics ranging from cells to weather systems. Activities will be hands-on and experimental to encourage curiosity. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-7 yrs. Fee: $12 R/$15 NR Length: 1 session
The Ecology Center will be giving adult tours of our Apiary this season. We will be going over information about the bees and the complex super organism that is the hive. We will provide you with bee suits and gloves to protect you when we open the hives to show you the inner workings. Please wear close toed shoes. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 16 yrs. and up Fee: $10 R/$13 NR Length: 1 session
Class # 112133A9 112133B9 112133C9
Dates March 14 April 11 May 9
Days Th Th Th
Time 4-5:30pm 4-5:30pm 4-5:30pm
Class # 113156A9 122142A9
Dates May 4 June 29
Days Time Sa 10am-Noon Sa 10am-Noon
GARDEN CLUB
DIRT DAY
It’s springtime in the Ecology Center Farmette, which means it’s time to work the soil and get growing. Join us after school to learn about our urban garden and join in setting the roots for the season. Participants will learn how to use products from the garden and explore its ecological abundance. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $32 R/$40 NR Length: 4 sessions
Let’s get dirty. Come play with mud and discover the joy of being messy. Hands-on activities will help us get connected to the Earth and appreciate the importance of soil. This is a drop off program. Please wear clothes and shoes that can get dirty. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session
Class # Dates 112172A9 May 8-29
Days Time W 4-5:30pm
Dates Days Time June 22 Sa 10-11:30am
LAKE APPRECIATION DAY
TERRARIUMS Create your own terrarium using mason jars, soil and plants to explore the water cycle. This teaches your child the various cycles in nature that create a livable and efficient natural world. Fee includes soil, plants and container. This is a drop off program. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 7 yrs. and up Fee: $16 R/$20 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 113154A9 March 2 Sa 10-11:30am
Class # 122141A9
Come celebrate the wonders of Lake Michigan. Learn about the formation of the lake, creatures that live there, and its role in the local ecosystem. Find out what you can do to help this precious resource. We will do activities outside, so please dress for the weather. Caregiver required to register with child. Location: Lighthouse Beach Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee: $5 R/$7 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates 123123A9 July 6
Days Time Sa 10-11:30am
Days Time Sa 6:30-8pm
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Leisure & Enrichment Self-Improvement/ Enrichment
Drop-in programs
BAKERY BOOT CAMP
Let our center be your “home away from home.” Our comfortable lounge is an ideal place to socialize and play table games, Wii and Xbox. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 11 yrs. and up Fee: FREE Length: Ongoing
This is not your ordinary cooking class. In this class youth will learn from start to finish how wonderful baked goods are formed, flambéed, baked, and ready to eat. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 10-20 yrs. Fee: $65 R/$75 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates 422115A9 July 13-Aug 31
Days Time Sa 10am-Noon
KITCHEN KOOKERY Have fun with your friend while you learn how to make your own snack without turning on the stove. Each week you will make, taste, and take home a treat. At the end of the course, you’ll receive your own book of your recipes along with your own apron. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 7-13 yrs. Fee: $45 R/$55 NR Length: 8 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 422116A9 June 12-July 31 W 4:30-5:30pm
AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTERS TRAINING This thorough course provides youth age 11-15 yrs. with all the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to provide safe and responsible child and infant care. Video scenarios and life-size baby dolls provide hands-on practices for care of babies, emergency response, behavior management and safe play for all ages. Mannequin CPR training, First Aid care and bandaging will conclude the final class. Participants receive a hand book and CD full of additional help and suggestions to keep. Full attendance at all 4 sessions is required for class completion and presentation of the American Red Cross card. Refunds will not be issued once the class has begun. Information: 847-448-8252 Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 11-15 yrs. Fee: $109 R/$139 NR Length: 4 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612123A9 May 1-May 22 W 6-8:30pm
OPEN LOUNGE
Days Time M-F 6-8:30pm
Arts Camp Parties CELEBRATE WITH AN ARTS CAMP BIRTHDAY PARTY Included is a two-hour party held at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center. We supply the room, talent, and the clean-up—no wear and tear to your home, just sit and relax. You supply the cake and ice cream. The room will be theme decorated and an entertaining character/art teacher will lead your own private camp. Schedule is flexible Availability: Monday–Saturday, 10am–7pm and Sunday, 10am–6pm. Information and booking: 847-448-8263 Fee: $260 for up to 15 children Age: 6 yrs. and up
MEDIEVAL CAMP Party-goers create a medieval village using Lincoln Logs® 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 “finery.”
PIRATE CAMP “Arg, me mateys.” 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.
VISUAL ARTS AND SENSORY PARTIES A custom designed party for young creatives who like a total arts experience.
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Ecology Party Packages The Evanston Ecology Center offers 2 hr. birthday party programs on available Saturdays and Sundays. An instructor will lead a nature or outdoor oriented party that includes hands on activities for 45 min. The rest of the time is open for treats and activities on your own. The parties are for ages 4 years and up for a 16 guest children maximum. The renter is responsible for decorations and treats. Birthday Topics Include: Animal Party, Birds of a Feather, Reptile Romp, Bug Party, Dino Party, Rocking Rocks, Potions and Concoctions and Geocaching and custom parties. For an additional cost we can customize a party if none of these themes fit your needs. Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee: $200 R/$230 NR Party capacity: 15 person max.
Chandler-Newberger Party Packages
Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center
Parties range from preschoolers to teens. We provide the space and equipment; you provide the cake and decorations. All party packages include the simultaneous use of a multipurpose room for 2-hrs. (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 at time of reservation. Rental information and booking: 847-448-8252.
DELORES HOLMES RECORDING STUDIO
PRESCHOOL PARTY PACKAGES This package includes a 2-hour rental of a halfgym and use of our preschool play equipment. Equipment includes tumbling mats, climbing blocks, toddler merry-go-round, seesaw, teeter-totter, small slide, scooter carts and minibasketballs. This set-up resembles an indoor tot lot ready for parent/child interactive play. Age: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $169 R/$184 NR (includes 2-hrs. room rental).
SPORTS PARTY PACKAGES (Age 5+) The sports package includes two hours half-gym rental and two hours room rental. Fee: $159 R/$174 NR. Choose three out of these four sports equipment sets: 1. 10 basketballs, 2 goals 2. 10 soccer balls, 2 nets 3. Floor hockey sticks, 2 nets 4. 12 “NERF” dodgeballs
CREATIVE PARTY PACKAGES This packages include 2-hrs. of simultaneous use of a multipurpose room and half-gym. One of our instructors will lead a creative hands-on activity for 45-min. You choose your topic,custom topic available on request for an additional fee and the instructor will work with you to develop your activity from our lists of ideas. The rest of the time is open for treats and gym play (12 soft dodgeballs included). Birthday Topics: science, tie dyed items, dinosaurs, pirates, LEGO® building, knights and princesses, face painting and temporary tattoos, outer space, animals, unicorns, fairies and mermaids Age: 4 yrs. and up (2-3 yrs. with an adult) Fee: $200 R/$230 NR Fee, play equipment included: $230 R/$260 NR Party Capacity: 15 person max.
ROOM RENTALS All Room Rentals include 30 min. before for room set up, tables and chairs.
The Delores Holmes Studio at Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center is now officially open to the public. A fully operational Recording Studio available for private rental sessions. • $35 per hour, Evanston residents • $45 per hour, non-residents • 2-hour minimum • Reservation required • Studio engineer included Student discounted rates are offered to those with a Northwestern or Evanston Township High School valid student ID. Hour information: Gibbs-Morrison@ cityofevanston.org or 847-448-8040.
Party size: 25 maximum Fee: $60R/$80NR per hr.
Room AB: Party size: 50 maximum Fee: $70R/$90NR per hr.
Full Gymnasium Party size: 150 maximum Fee: $140R/$160NR per hr.
Full Gymnasium (Sports) Fee: $90R/$110NR per hr.
Half Gymnasium (Sports) Fee: $45R/$65NR per hr.
Kitchen Use: Fee: $30R/$50NR per hr.
Private Ice Rent an hour of private Ice on either our Main or Studio Rink and receive a 50% discount on your room reservation.
Robert Crown Community Center Rentals Robert Crown Community Center offers hockey and ice-skating programs as well as non-skating recreation programs. The center offers a valuable venue for hockey, figure skating, camp programs, pre-school and after school programs and many other community programs.
Facility Features: • • • • • • • •
Rooms C, D & E:
Main Rink: NHL size 85' x 200' Studio Rink: 60’ x 80’ Four Locker Rooms Full-size Gymnasium Pottery Room State Licensed Child Care Program Free WiFi – Limited Locations Meeting spaces of various sizes for meetings, birthday parties or special occasions.
Daily hours: 5:30am–late evening Program offerings or facility rentals: 847-448-8258.
SKATING PARTIES DURING PUBLIC SKATE SESSIONS Host an indoor skating party. The skating party package is $125, accommodating up to 20 people including: ice time during any public skate session, skate rental and the East Lobby. Additional skating tickets can be purchased for $5 each up to a maximum of 30 total skating participants for the party. Advanced reservations are recommended and a $100 refundable damage deposit is required at the time of booking to hold your spot. Remaining balance is due 2 weeks prior to the date of your reservation. Information: 847-448-8258.
RENT-A-RINK FOR A PRIVATE EVENT Celebrate your private event in a unique way, on the ice. The center offers private rentals on our Main and Studio rinks for ice skating, hockey, or broomball. Skate rentals are $2 per pair and broomball equipment rental is $25 per party group. Hockey nets are included with hockey themed rentals; however hockey equipment is not available for rent. Advance booking is important. Information: 847-859-7824.
Main Rink Prime Time: $330 per hour Non-Prime Time: $285 per hour
Studio Rink Prime Time: $160 per hour Non-Prime Time: $120 per hour
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School Programs Enrichment Programs at Chandler-Newberger TIME TOGETHER Join us at Time Together, Evanston’s only public open gym for young children from birth to age 4 years. Children are running, jumping, climbing or sitting quietly with toys, books and puzzles, while spending quality time with their parent or caregiver. This program offers a fun space to play and gives both children and adults an opportunity to make new friends. Our relaxing atmosphere is focused on interaction, the comfort and safety of our families, and a sense of community. The best part, we pick up all the toys. Each session ends with a short circle time that includes signing, movement and a story. Parking: Free parking is available in the ChandlerNewberger parking lot off Central Street in Evanston. Parking permits are available at the front desk. Our facility is located just across the street from Firestation #3 and just west of the Central Street CTA Purple Line Station. Center Closing: April 9–May 2, construction Playgroup information: call Chandler-Newberger at 847-448-8252 for price breaks available for play groups of 4 or more families. Information: 847-448-8252. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: birth-4 yrs. First-time Guests Fee: Free Non-expiring 8-count Punch Card Fee: $66R/NR, 1 child and parent/caregiver, (call Chandler for multiple children fees) Drop in Fee: $11 for 1 child and parent/caregiver, $13 for 2 children and parent/caregiver. Class # 611162A9
Dates April 2-4 May 7-23
Days Tu-Th Tu-Th
Time 9-11am 9-11am
ORANGE ROOM CLASSES
BLUE ROOM CLASSES
Our Orange Room classes are designed to offer your toddler/preschooler a gentle introduction to the preschool experience. Children are invited to participate in music and movement, arts and crafts, circle time and free play, all with the support and guidance of their parent or caregiver. They learn about classroom transitions, following directions, making new friends, language development, social interaction and increasing self-esteem.
Chandler-Newberger’s Blue Room is home to unique classes that will appeal to children ages 3-5. Our classes combine STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) related activities with quality time in our gym developing large motor skills and practicing basic skills for activities like soccer, basketball and floor hockey. Drop ins are available, if space permits with 24-hour notice. Registration for an entire session guarantees a spot in the class, 847-448-8252.
Eric Carle’s Beautiful World
Indoor Playground and Simple Science
In this class, we will visit the colorful world of children’s author, Eric Carle. The Grouchy Ladybug, The Very Busy Spider and The Hungry Caterpillar are some of the books we will explore. Circle time and a story will be followed by collage art and other projects suitable for young children. Age: 2-3 yrs., with an adult Fee: $25R/ $34 NR
Run, climb, race and roll in the indoor playground during Time Together before returning to the Blue Room to explore things like our solar system, dinosaurs and rainbows. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/$76 NR
Class # Dates 611121A9 May 6-20
Geometrics and Gymnastics
Days Time M 10:30-11:15am
Diggers and Dumpers It’s construction season again. The Orange Room is the perfect place to read about our favorite earth movers, front end loaders and backhoes. Singing, movement and a story are followed by a fun project to take home. Age: 2-3 yrs., with an adult Fee: $59 R/ $76 NR Class # 611123A9
Dates May 10-24
Days F
Time 10:30-11:15am
Make and Move Join us in the Orange Room for a gentle early preschool experience. Children are given a chance to explore the toys in the classroom, sing a few songs and try their hands on a small art project before heading to the gym. Our obstacle course is a perfect way to blow off steam and practice walking, hopping and other gross motor skills. Age: 18 moths-3 yrs., with an adult Fee: $25 R/$34 NR Class # Dates 611122A9 May 6-20 611122B9 May 10-24
Days M F
Time 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am
Class # 611130A9
Days Tue
Time 9:30am-11:30am
We’ll explore straight lines and simple shapes and structures and how they form a design or pattern before heading the gym to practice tumbling and balance skills on our mini gymnastics floor. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/ $76 NR Class # Dates 611130B9 May 7-21
Days Time Tue 1-3pm
Indoor Playground and I Spy Shapes and Colors Run, climb, race and roll in the indoor playground during Time Together before returning to the Blue Room to spy all the colors and shapes in the world around us. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/ $76 NR Class # Dates 611130C9 May 8-22
Days Wed
Time 9:30am-11:30am
Building and Big Wheels We’ll experiment with different mediums and materials like paper, clay, cardboard and blocks as we practice building houses, skyscrapers, playgrounds and more and then practice speed, agility and rules of the road as we roll around the gym. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/ $76 NR Class # 611130D9
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Dates May 7-21
Dates May 8-22
Days Wed
Time 1-3pm
Indoor Playground and Playing with Clay Run, climb, race and roll in the indoor playground during Time Together before returning to the Blue Room to experiment and create with clay, play doh, model magic and other moldable materials. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/$76 NR Class # Dates 611130E9 May 9-23
Days Time Th 9:30am-11:30am
STEAM and Sports Explore a variety of STEAM based projects before heading to the gym to practice skills related to some of our favorite games like Mr. Foxx, soccer, baseball, bean bag toss, bowling and more. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $59 R/$76 NR Class # Dates 611130F9 May 9-23
Days Time Th 1-3pm
Blue Room Drop In and Drop Off The Blue Room now offers parents the opportunity to drop in and drop off 3-5 year olds on Monday and/or Friday mornings when extra free time is just what you need to make a meeting, get in a quick work out, or o run errands while your child engages with other children, learns and creates in a caring and safe environment. Just register for the Monday and/or Friday morning you need. Parents can pack a light lunch or snack for children to eat before pick up. Please call ahead if you plan to drop off to ensure the program is running and open. No Drop In March 25-May 3 due to Chandler-Newberger Construction. Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $30 R/$36 NR Class # Dates Days Time 611131A9 March 1-May 24 M, F 9:30am-12:30pm
Robert Crown DCFS Licensed Preschool GENERAL INFORMATION
After-School Programs ROBERT CROWN AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURE Follows District 65 school calendar (9 month Program)
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Robert Crown Community Center’s toddler, preschool and after-school programs are licensed by the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The Creative Play Preschool at the Robert Crown Community Center has served Evanston families and nearby communities since 1988. Some benefits include access to the large gym, ice rinks and various outdoor grassy areas and playing fields. Three nutritious meals are provided daily; a hot lunch for full day programs. Choose from various programs including the Take Two program for age 2-3 years and the Creative Play program for age 3-5 years.
Registration Information Registration process includes a tour with the program coordinator, sharing information on class schedules, content, curriculum, assessment and program fees. You will be given the registration packet and the parent handbook. Note: prior to enrollment, parents are responsible for all forms in the registration packet, a copy of the child’s birth certificate and the last 6 months immunization records returned to the center. For a tour appointment: call the Robert Crown Center at 847-448-8167. Questions: contact Tiffany Caston, Preschool, After-School and Camp Program Coordinator at tcaston@cityofevanston.org.
Robert Crown Center’s after-school program is licensed by the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). Our daily schedule includes time to relax and play in both structured and self-directed activities, coordinated study time and nutritious snacks. Activities designated to build athletic and social skills take place in our gym, multi-purpose room and outdoors. The most important part of the day is “Homework Help,” providing individualized enrichment and assistance. The program includes special activities, field trips and theme days on district 65 early dismissal days. Bus services are included for children that attend District #65 schools to the center (No bus service on holidays and school breaks). Information: Amber Woodson at awoodson@ cityofevanston.org; 847-866-5949 * Full day care is provided on days District 65 holds non-attendance days/institute days outside of COE Holidays. Note: prior to enrollment, parents are responsible for all forms in the registration packet, a copy of the child’s birth certificate and the last 6 months immunization records returned to the center.
Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: varies by service days per month Time: 3-6pm
CREATIVE PLAY PRESCHOOL
FLEETWOOD-JOURDAIN
This plan, innovative play with a purpose, is the standard for the community center based early childhood program. Our multi-age classroom offers children the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities as they develop socially, emotionally and cognitively through PLAY. Daily classroom activities are planned to meet the needs of each child and are focused on the development of each students problem solving skills, peer relationships and making real life connections through math, literacy, science, music, movement, various arts and crafts activities. Toilet Training is required.
This Program serves your after school needs and school closings on all in-service, institute days, winter break and spring break. Students are grouped by grade and receive structured recreation, homework assistance, supervised computer access, nutritious snacks and arts and crafts activities. On early dismissal days, activities, field trips, or art workshops are schedules. Bus services are included for children attending District #65 schools to the center (No bus service on holidays and school breaks). Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 5-10 yrs. (Elementary School Students) Fees: Varies based on number of service days Length: Monthly
TAKE TWO This program is a great first independent experience for any child. It is designed for children age 2-3 years. Our staff members introduce preschool concepts in a caring and cozy environment, supporting a gentile transition from home to school with emphasis on the active development of children’s social, emotional and cognitive skills. The focus is on preschool readiness preparedness such as taking turns, following simple directions, listening and sharing. Also including individual instruction during center time and an interactive circle time, followed by art, music and movement, story time, outdoor play and gym games. Toilet Training is not required.
MASON PARK: HANGOUT AFTER-SCHOOL Drop in after school on Monday through Friday, meet your friends and do homework. After you finish your homework (internet access available), you can play Xbox, PSP, or Wii game systems. Also join in outdoor sports, such as basketball, baseball, and football. Information: 847-448-8254 Location: Mason Park Field House Age: 11-13 yrs. (Middle School Students) Fees: $20/month per child Length: Ongoing (School Year) Time: 3-6pm
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Special Recreation Special Recreation 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. For more information, call 847-448-8044 or 847-424-5496
Classes CHEF’S MATES Join your friends and volunteer chefs at this spring cooking program. Space is limited. Be sure to register by April 1. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 7 sessions Class #
Dates
815822A9 April 8-May 20
Days Time M
3:30-5pm
TEMPO TIME Join your friends as we continue our music and movement program that uses music and movement to improve motor and cognitive skills. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 815606A9 April 9-May 21 Tu 3:30-5pm
SENS-O-RAMA Join your friends as we work on a variety of projects that will require working with different textures, smells, colors, and sounds that will lead to a fun sensory experience. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 815601A9 April 11-May 23 Th 3:30-5pm
I’VE GOT RHYTHM
SUMMER CRUISE
Get some quality music time after school with this terrific music class which is taught by a music therapist from the Institute of Therapy Through the Arts. This 6-week program offers participants the opportunity to learn to play musical instruments and expand their musical skills, as well as improve motor language and social skills in a group setting. No program on May 1. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 6 sessions
Join your friends from Special Recreation for a relaxing daytime cruise on the lake in Wisconsin. Be sure to bring lunch money. Transportation will be provided to and from Robert Crown. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child (register separately). Location: Varies Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $35 R/$40 NR Length: 1 session
Class # Dates Days Time 815608A9 April 10-May 22 W 3:30-5pm
SPECIAL NEEDS AQUATIC PROGRAM Special Rec. is teaming up with the Lakefront staff again to offer this fun class teaching people with disabilities how to tube, sail, kayak, and other aquatic sports. All participants must be able to swim at least 50 yards independently. Participants must be 8 years old and up. Snacks will be provided at the start of the program. Be sure to sign up early as space is limited. The program will meet at the Burnham Shores Park located just south of the Dempster Street Beach office. Location: Burnham Shores Park Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $80 R/$120 NR Length: 1 session Class # 825101A9 825101B9 825101C9
Dates June 20 July 11 Aug 1
Days Th Th Th
Time 4-6:30pm 4-6:30pm 4-6:30pm
Trips/Special Events 4TH OF JULY PARADE Start your holiday with a march down Central Street. Please join us for Evanston’s annual 4th of July Parade. All Special Recreation participants, athletes, friends, and family members are invited to march. Information: 847-424-5496. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: Free Length: 1 session Class # 825003A9
Dates July 4
Days Time Th 12:30-3pm
Class # Dates Days Time 825005A9 Aug 17 Th 9:30am-5pm
CHICAGO SKY BASKETBALL Join Your Special Rec friends as we go and watch the Professional Women’s Basketball Team in Chicago. The Chicago SKY. Make sure that you bring money to purchase food, drink and other souvenirs. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child (register separately). Please meet at Robert Crown at 3:30pm. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $30 R/$40 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates 825007A9 July 7
FOR KIDS ONLY-OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Join us as we head to Camp Duncan and experience the great outdoors. We will participate in many outside activities such as archery, team building course, water sports (weather dependent) and many others. Lunch will be provided. Please meet at Robert Crown at 8:00 AM. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child (Please register separately). Location: Varies Age: 5-21 yrs. Fee: $40 R/$60 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates 815009A9 March 27
Days W
Time 8am-5pm
OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES Let’s go and get some fresh air. Join your friends and family members at Camp Duncan to experience all that the great outdoor has to offer. Boating, archery, climbing tower, Teams Course, group games, outdoor education classes, hiking, scavenger hunts, frisbee golf are just some of the possibilities. Lunch will be provided. Please meet at Robert Crown Community Center at 8am. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child (Please register separately). Location: Varies Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $40 R/$60 NR Length: 1 session Class # 815010A9
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Days Time Th 3:30-8:30pm
Dates March 30
Days Sa
Time 8am-5pm
CHICAGO WHITE SOX GAME Lets Play Ball. Come on out to Guarantee Rate Field to catch a Chicago White Sox Game. Make sure that you bring money to purchase food, drink and other souvenirs. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child (register separately). Please meet at Robert Crown at 11:30am. Location: Varies Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $25 R/$30 NR Length: 1 session Class # 815011A9
Dates May 19
Days Time Su 11:30am-5pm
CHICAGO DOGS GAME Let’s go and check out the new team in the Chicagoland area, the Chicago Dogs. The Chicago Dogs are the newest member of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball. Make sure that you bring money to purchase food, drink and other souvenirs. Families are welcome to attend. Please meet at Robert Crown at 11:15am. Location: Varies Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $20 R/$25 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 815012A9 June 30 Su 11:15am-5pm
CONCERT IN THE PARK
Sports SATURDAY BOWLING Basic to advanced skills are practiced; refine your lane approach and delivery while socializing with others. Game, shoe rental and transportation to and from Robert Crown are provided. Location: Varies Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $142 R/$157 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # 815006A9
Class # 825012A9 825012B9 825012C9 825012D9 825012E9
Class # 815309A9
Time 6-10:30pm 6-10:30pm 6-10:30pm 6-10:30pm 6-10:30pm
Days Time Sa 10am-12:30pm
Dates Days Time April 6-May 18 Sa 9am-12:30pm
FITNESS TRAINING Start your weekend with more energy and flexibility. This 45-minute 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 program on May 4. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee: $75 R/$90 NR Length: 1 session Dates Days Time April 6-May 18 Sa 9-9:45am
It’s time to limber up and prepare for the 2019 Special Olympics Spring Games Track and Field Meet. Personalized training will be provided once a week. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and gym shoes to each practice. Join us for this program to get in shape and keep in shape. You do not have to compete in the track meet to benefit from this program. No program on April 19. Location: Park School Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $140 R/$165 NR Length: 6 sessions Class # 815311A9
Join us in the morning for fitness training, then cool off before we board the bus for the bowling alley. Transportation will be provided to and from Robert Crown Community Center. Note: The bowling alley does not allow people to bring food from outside and the snack bar will not be open until later in the afternoon. Since we will return to Robert Crown Community Center by 12:30pm, bowlers can buy a snack from the vending machine at the bowling alley then get lunch when we return. Location: Varies Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $195 R/$225 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # 815007A9
Days Th Th Th Th Th
Dates April 6-May 18
BOWL/FITNESS COMBO
Join your friends as we go out to Rosemont to see their Thursday night Party in the Park lineup of Chicagoland legends. Meet at Robert Crown Community Center at 6pm to grab a bus ride to Rosemont to see live performances. Please make sure to bring a lawn chair and money for food/ refreshments. There is a minimum of 5 participants required to go on this trip. Sign up for all four sections at a reduced fee using section E. Location: Varies Age: 13 yrs. and up Fee: $10 R/$15 NR Length: 14 sessions Dates June 13 June 27 July 18 Aug 8 All Dates
AFTER-SCHOOL TRACK
Dates Days Time April 12-May 24 F 3:30-5pm
REC/AEROBIC SWIM Our recreational swim program is tailored to your ability. The emphasis is on increasing flexibility, stamina and muscle tone while having fun and learning a new leisure skill. The pool and locker room are wheelchair accessible. Locker room assistance can be provided upon request. Location: McGaw YMCA Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $142 R/$167 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 815312A9 April 8-May 20 M 8-8:45pm
SPECIAL OLYMPICS SWIM TEAM PRACTICE Improve your swimming for competitive and recreational swim meets. The pool and locker room are wheelchair accessible. Staff is available to assisting the locker room upon request. Location: McGaw YMCA Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $142 R/$167 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates 815813A9 April 8-May 20
Days Time M 8:45-9:30pm
FLOOR HOCKEY It’s time to get back to work on puck handling and shooting skills as we prepare for upcoming Special Olympics Floor Hockey competition. Location: Chandler-Newberger Community Center Age: 15 yrs. and up Fee: $72 R/$87 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 825808A9 June 17-Aug 12 M 7-8:30pm
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BOCCE Bocce is a fun and easy sport to play. It is the ease of bowling with lighter equipment. We will work on various skills during game time to prepare for the Special Olympics Bocce Meet. Location: Lovelace Park Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $62 R/$72 NR Length: 9 sessions Class # 825801A9
Dates Days Time June 16-Aug 11 Su 10:30am-Noon
BOWLING Basic to advanced skills are practiced; refine your lane approach and delivery while socializing. Game, shoe rental and transportation to and from Robert Crown Community Center are provided. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $122 R/$143 NR Length: 7 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 825804A9 July 6-Aug 17 Sa 10am-12:30pm
FLAG FOOTBALL Are you ready for some football? We will be working on team and individual skills according to Special Olympics competition rules and will also scrimmage. No football experience required. Location: Leahy Park Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $62 R/$72 NR Length: 9 sessions
SPECIAL OLYMPICS VOLLEYBALL
SPECIAL OLYMPICS SWIM MEET
It’s time to work on serving, setting and spiking skills as we prepare for competition. Depending on the number of people enrolled, we will be putting together one or more teams for competition. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 12 yrs. and up Fee: $72 R/$87 NR Length: 9 sessions
Show the results of your hard work for these past months by competing against other athletes earning a chance to compete at the 2018 Special Olympics Summer Games. You must have an upto-date medical application on file at the Special Recreation office. Transportation will be provided to and from Robert Crown Community Center. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $42 R/$57 NR Length: 1 session
Class # Dates Days 825828A9 June 18-Aug 13 Tu
Time 7-8:30pm
Special Olympics SPECIAL OLYMPICS ATHLETE PARTY Special Recreation is inviting athletes, parents and volunteers to see how all that hard training has paid off. The evening will include dinner and dancing. This will be our official send-off for all the athletes who qualify to compete at Summer Games in Bloomington in June 2019. Registration deadline: Friday, May 10. Location: Varies Age: 3 yrs. and up Fee: $25 R/$30 NR Length: 1 session Class # 815115A9
Dates May 18
Days Time Sa 6-9pm
SPECIAL OLYMPICS TRACK & FIELD MEET
It’s time to work on serving, setting and spiking skills as we prepare for competition. Depending on the number of people enrolled, we will be putting together one or more teams for competition. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 12 yrs. and up Fee: $77 R/$92 NR Length: 8 sessions
Compete against other athletes in Region B to earn a chance to go to the 2019 Summer Games. This year the meet will be spread over 2 days due to the number of athletes expected to compete from Region B. Athletes must have an up-todate medical application on file in the Special Recreation office and must have attended the winter session of track practice. Transportation to and from the meet will be provided at Robert Crown Community Center. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $42 R/$57 NR Length: 2 sessions
Class # 815803A9
Class # 815314A9
Class # Dates Days Time 825805A9 June 16-Aug 11 Su 8:30-10am
SPECIAL OLYMPICS VOLLEYBALL
Dates Days Time April 11-May 30 Th 7-8:30pm
Dates Days Time May 4-5 Sa, Su 7am-5pm
SPECIAL OLYMPICS POWERLIFTING It’s time to get to work as we prepare for the Special Olympics Region B Powerlifting Meet. Note: due to the size of the workout facility: Wednesdays: two, 60-minute training sessions; Saturdays: two, 45-minute sessions, if more than 4 athletes register for this program. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Age: 15 yrs. and up Fee: $72 R/$87 NR Length: 17 sessions Class # Dates Days 815817A9 April 3-May 29 W, Sa
Time 6:30-8:30pm
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Class # Dates Days Time 815801A9 March 23 Sa 7:30am-4pm
SPECIAL OLYMPICS REGION B BOWLING MEET It’s time to get those strikes and spares as you compete in the Region B Special Olympics Bowling Tournament. Gold medalists will qualify to compete at the District Meet in early fall. You must have an up-to-date medical application on file in our office and must have participated in our bowling program during the 2018–2019 Winter session. Pick-up and drop-off available from Robert Crown Community Center. The registration deadline is May 10. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $42 R/$57 NR Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 825802A9 June 15 Sa 7:30am-3pm
SPECIAL OLYMPICS STATE SUMMER GAMES 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 one of the qualifying meets. Pick up and drop off is available from Robert Crown Community Center. Location: Varies Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $185 R/$215 NR Length: 3 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 825803A9 June 7-9 F-Su 7am-3pm
POWERLIFTING MEET Compete in the Special Olympics Region B Powerlifting Meet. Gold Medalists from this meet will qualify to compete in powerlifting at Summer Games in June. Location: Varies Age: 15 yrs. and up Length: 1 session Class # Dates 815818A9 April 7
Days Time Su 7am-5pm
Spring Break Camps Spring Break Camps ECOLOGY SPRING BREAK CAMP Join up with your fellow young scientists to explore the wonders of the arboretum and ecology center through the eyes of a naturalist. Study plants and animals in their environment through outdoor exploration, games, hands-on activities, and crafts. Dress for the weather, bring a change of clothes and a nut free lunch. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee: $282 R/$353 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates 111201A9 March 25-29
Days M-F
Time 9am-4pm
ECOLOGY SPRING BREAK EXTENDED CARE For those enrolled in Ecology Spring Break Camp we offer extended day supervision with low key activities such as board games, reading and crafts. Snack is provided. When you register, please indicate the days you will need post camp care. Location: Evanston Ecology Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee: $40 R/$50 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days 111202A9 March 25-29 M-F
Time 4pm-6pm
CHESS SPRING BREAK CAMP Join the Chess Wizards. Learn cool openings, mid games with all the pins, double attacks, endgames, even bughouse, be a part of a successful team in a fun atmosphere, with indoor and outdoor activities. This camp is for beginning and intermediate-level players, no previous experience required. All campers receive a chess board, a set of chess pieces, a Chess Wizards T-shirt, score book, trophy and a certificate of achievement. Children who learn to play chess dramatically improve their academic performance. Bring a lunch and drink; a snack will be provided. There is no extended care for this camp. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $338 R/$388 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612205A8 March 26-30 M-F 9am-3pm
VACATION ADVENTURE
AROUND THE WORLD IN
“Take off” from the Robert Crown Community Center “Airport” for a fun filled vacation of active play and exploration. We’ll make: “passports”, create an art project, visit a museum, sample food, listen to music, learn the culture of the four countries, make vacation journals, dine at a familyfriendly restaurant and create our own restaurant. Also: indoor and outdoor sports games, music and dance instruction, self-directed arts and crafts and Evanston sight-seeing. Small groups promote individualized attention. Extended care is available: 7:30-9am and 4-6pm at additional costs. See schedule about lunch; snacks will be provided. Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $325 R/$325 NR Fee: $225 R/$225 NR
Make your Spring break an unforgettable week by participating in indoor sports, arts and crafts, activities, as well as field trips and adventures. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 4-10 yrs. Fee: $150 R/$200 NR Length: 5 sessions
Class # Dates Days Time 212201A9 March 25-29 M-F 7:30am-6pm 212201B9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-4pm
VACATION ADVENTURE JR. In our “junior” edition of Vacation Adventure, our smallest explorers will be introduced to the “around the world” experience through play based exploration of music, art, dance, food and culture from lands afar. We will join the school age campers for lunch at a local restaurant and go on field trips. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 2-5 yrs. (must be toilet trained) Fee for full day: $300 R/$300 NR Fee for partial day: $210 R/$210 NR Class # Dates Days Time 212203A9 March 25-29 M-F 8am-6pm (full day) 212203B9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-4pm (partial day)
SPRING BREAK HOCKEY SKILLS CLINIC Daily drill ice sessions focus on skating, edges, balance, stick handling and shooting. Gym time will be used for off-ice conditioning, games and snack break. Schedule: 1.50 hours per day on the ice and 45 minutes off-ice. Apparel: full hockey equipment is required for on ice participation. Some equipment is available to borrow and hockey skates are included. Comfortable workout clothing required for the off-ice activities. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-14 yrs. Fee, 5 sessions: $180 R/$200 NR Fee, daily: $45 R/$55 NR Class # Dates Days Time 312510A9 March 25-29 M-F 11am-2pm 312510B9 March 25-29 M-F 11am-2pm 312510C9 March 25-29 M-F 1-4pm 312510D9 March 25-29 M-F 1-4pm 312510E9 March 25-29 M-F 3-6pm 312510F9 March 25-29 M-F 3-6pm 312510G9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-Noon 312510H9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-Noon
Type Week Daily Week Daily Week Daily Week Daily
Class # Dates 412202A9 March 25-29
Days M-F
Time 7am-6pm
ARTS SPRING BREAK CAMP It’s another Evanston Children’s Theatre break camp. Have fun and do community service at the same time: campers will spend the first few days creating adaptations of their favorite stories in visual art, sound and drama, then tour a brief presentation to senior citizen homes and centers. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center Age: 6-13 yrs. Fee: $245 R/$255 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 912202A9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-5pm
ROBOTICS AND CODING CHALLENGE WITH ROBOTHINK Build creative robots, engage in robotic competitions, and bring robots to life using code. Sign up for both sessions to make it a full day. RoboThink offers academically oriented STEM programs focusing on robotics and coding for budding, intermediate and/or advanced students. Aligned with Next Gen Science standards. This program is hands on, engaging in problem solving formulation by solving it through design, building unique robots of all shapes, sizes and functions. Also learn how gears, motors, sensors, mainboards, and coding for robotics work through exciting challenges. Curricula is catered to different experience levels. No prior experience is required. Full day participants bring a lunch. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $189 R/$230 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612210A9 March 25-29 M-F 9am-Noon 612210B9 March 25-29 M-F 1-4pm
SPRING BREAK PEE WEE SPORTS CAMP Give your tot an opportunity for spring break camp. This camp will give children the opportunity to participate in various sports, similar to the popular summer Pee Wee Sports Camp. A field trip to the bowling alley is included. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 4-5 yrs. Fee: $66 R/$77 NR Length: 5 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 612207A9 March 25-29 M-F 9-11:30am
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Age 55+ Events Interested in becoming a Levy Senior Center member? Enjoy member only activities and lower rates on most programmatic offerings at the Levy Senior Center. For membership information and to register for events, call 847-448-8250 and or visit the Levy Senior Center at 300 Dodge Ave. in Evanston. Levy Member (LM), Non Member (NM)
MAY 27, JULY 4. LEVY SENIOR CENTER DECEMBER CLOSURE MARCH 1 SENIOR TAX EXEMPTIONS The City of Evanston Property Tax Assessment Review Office acts as a taxpayer advocate for the residents of Evanston. Property assessment is done by the Cook County Assessor’s Office for all of the Cook County. 2018 Senior and Senior Freeze Property Tax Exemption renewal applications must be filed prior to the Cook County Assessor’s final deadline. Seniors must reapply annually. Dates Day Time March 1 F 12:30-2:30pm
MARCH 5 HEALTHY SNACKING 101
MARCH 12-JUNE 11 LEVY LECTURE SERIES The Levy Lecture Series is brought to you by the Levy Senior Center Foundation. Each month an exciting topic is explored. Information: levyseniorcenterfoundation.org Admission: Free; registration is preferred Dates March 12 April 9 May 14 June 11
Day Time Speaker Tu 1pm Dino Ronbinson Tu 1pm Annette Baldwin Tu 1pm Eden Juron Pearlman Tu 1pm Leslie Goddard
MARCH 19 HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR MOM OR DAD NEEDS HELP? What are the key warning signs and help options for friends and loved ones? Join Bob Tucker (appeared on CBS-TV News) healthcare consultant to Rush University Medical Center, Alexian Brothers Hospital-now Amita, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital and The Academy of Family Physicians. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates Day Time March 19 Tu 6:30-7:30pm
MARCH 21–AUGUST 29 AARP SMART DRIVERS CLASS
Join us for a cooking demonstration led by nutritionist, Noreen Daya of The Wellshire Morton Grove. Enjoy samples as we discuss healthy snacking options. This program is sponsored by the Wellshire of Morton Grove and Home Instead Senior Care. Admission: Free; registration is required
This two-session class is sponsored by AARP. Understand the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, safe vehicle operation for today’s driving environment and learn to manage common agerelated changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Present your AARP card at first session for discount. You must attend both sessions. Space is limited. Registration: front desk or call 847-448-8250 Fee: $15, AARP member; $20, nonmember payable to the instructor on the day of class.
Dates Day Time March 5 Tu 1-2pm
MARCH 7 LASTING RETIREMENT INCOME When positioning your portfolio for retirement, there are a number of variables you need to consider, including the risk of the securities you own, the rate at which you withdraw funds, and the length of time you’ll need your portfolio to provide for you. Join our informational session presented by Rob Stewart, Vice President from Wintrust Wealth Management to learn how to address these risks and be better financially prepared in retirement. Light refreshments will be provided. Wintrust Financial is sponsoring this program. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates Day Time March 7 Th 10-11am
Dates March 21, 28 May 23, 30 Aug 22, 29
Day Time Th 9am-1pm Th 9am-1pm Th 9am-1pm
MARCH 26-AUGUST 6 IPHONE/IPAD APPLE PRODUCT TECH CLASSES Sponsored by Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI). SASI supports the independence and wellbeing of adults with two core programs: Home Care and Senior Connections; and by sponsoring community programs to educate and engage older adults and their families. Instructor: George Lowman Admission: Free; registration is required Dates March 26 April 30 May 21 Jun 18 July 23 Aug 6
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Day Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu
Time 10-11:30am 10-11:30am 10-11:30am 10-11:30am 10-11:30am 10-11:30am
Theme What is an App? Basic Settings Other Settings Emails and Texts Camera Organizing Photos
MARCH 27 REHAB 101: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM START TO FINISH
APRIL 18, JULY 18 FOOT SCREENINGS
Leaving the hospital and entering a rehab facility shouldn’t be scary. Participants will learn about what to expect while you or a loved one is in a rehab facility. We will also be discussing the different therapy services available. This presentation is sponsored by Symphony Network of Evanston. Admission: Free; registration is required
Dr. Timothy Kruse offers a free foot exam, evaluation and answers questions about foot hygiene and the control of fungus in both the skin and the toenails, proper toenail cutting, callous maintenance, performs diabetic foot exams for potential skin break down and ulceration and assesses the foot circulation and neuro status. Consultations are in 10-minute increments. Admission: Free; registration is required
Dates Day Time March 27 W 1-2pm
MARCH 28-JUNE 27 UKULELE SING-A-LONG ENSEMBLE
Dates Day Time April 18 Th 1-3pm July 18 Th 1-3pm
Join us for a afternoon of music and singing by the Levy Ukelele Group. Sing along to the tunes you grew up with and some old time favorites. Admission: Free
APRIL 18, AUGUST 13 DONUTS WITH THE DIRECTORS Join the Levy Senior Center staff members Amy Kellogg, Bob Russo, Audrey Thompson and Tim Carter for a round table discussion at the Levy Senior Center. Staff will bring topics and update you on the latest happenings at the Center. There will be opportunity to ask questions, as well as, give your input on programs and services held at the Levy Senior Center. Donuts and coffee will be served. Admission: Free; registration is required
Dates Day Time March 28 Th 12:30-1pm Jun 27 Th 12:30-1pm
MARCH 29–JUNE 14 RULES OF THE ROAD This class, offered by the Secretary of State’s office, includes safe driving techniques and review of Illinois driving laws in preparation for the written driver’s test. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates March 29 March 31 Jun 14
Day Time F 9-10:30am F 9-10:30am F 9-10:30am
MARCH 2–AUGUST 30 BALLROOM DANCING WITH THE DICK ELLIOTT BAND Don’t miss an afternoon of dancing, live music and refreshments. Grab your dancing shoes and practice your ballroom skills to the music of the Dick Elliot Band. No registration required. Admission: $5 per person at door Dates March 29 April 26 May 31 Jun 28 July 26 Aug 30
Day Time F 1:30-3:30pm F 1:30-3:30pm F 1:30-3:30pm F 1:30-3:30pm F 1:30-3:30pm F 1:30-3:30pm
Dates Day Time April 18 Th 10:15-11:15am Aug 13 Tu 10:15-11:15m
APRIL 22 ABCD’S OF MEDICARE Turning 65? New to Medicare? Need a brush up on the complicated policies of Medicare? Have no fear, SHIP counselors are here. Join us as we navigate the many parts of Medicare. Levy staff and Maribeth Stein, Outreach Coordinator from Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky office will lead this presentation. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates Day Time April 22 M 1-2pm
MAY 1 CARFIT Does your leg go to sleep when you drive? Anyway to minimize those nerveracking blind spots? What can happen if you sit too close to the steering wheel? Find answers to these questions and check the fit of your vehicle at the Levy Senior Center’s 1st annual CarFit event on at the James Park parking lot. The free event focuses on driving safety and comfort for older drivers, but licensed drivers of all ages are welcome. Bring yourself and your vehicle up to our check point and CarFit technicians will provide educational information and will check how well your vehicle “fits” you. Also, technicians will check tire pressure, treads and lights at no cost to you. No registration, just bring your car to the James Park parking lot. Dates Day Time May 1 W 10am-2pm
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MAY 20 SPRING CLEANING APPRAISAL It’s that infamous time again, spring cleaning time. However, you might be feeling overwhelmed and not sure whether to keep or fling those items sitting under an inch of thick dust. This class is designed to help you determine if you should keep, donate, sell or trash those items. But here’s the thing: you just don’t know if there is any value in that old Hummel or magazine. Everything But The House invites you to bring one “pocket-sized” piece of undetermined value and we will provide guidance on whether to keep, sell, trash or donate. Admission: Free for Levy Senior Center members; registration is required Dates Day Time May 20 M 10am-Noon
JUNE 12 MAGIC SHOW Greg Whalen returns for an encore performance. Greg has developed a magic show for adults. Greg is a fulltime professional entertainer with a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Theatre and over 20 years’ experience performing magic and comedy. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates Jun 12
Day Time W 11-11:45am
JUNE 14 SUPER SENIOR DAY/MOBILE DRIVER SERVICES Super Senior Day is a convenient and voluntary program for driver’s license renewal, which includes rules of the road classroom instruction and a vision screening exam. The rules of the road review course also includes a review of safe driving techniques and Illinois driving laws. The Secretary of State mobile driver services unit will be available for participants to renew their driver’s licenses. An identification card can be obtained for $20. However, if you are age 65 or older you may obtain a free, non-expiring State of Illinois photo ID card. Drivers age 75 years and older are required to take a driving test to renew their driver’s licenses. Therefore, they must visit a Secretary of State Driver Services facility. You must pre-register of the rules of the road class, limited space is available. Admission: Free Dates Day Time Jun 14 F 10am-2pm
JUNE 12 RTA AND YOU Accessible Metra, Pace, and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to show you how. It is important that older adults and people with disabilities stay informed about accessible public transportation options to get to appointments, maintain social connections, and enjoy independent travel. Admission: Free; registration is required
Topics covered include: • Local Public Transportation Options • Accessibility features on CTA, Pace, and Metra • Planning an Accessible Trip • Paying Fare • Ventra Cards • RTA’s Reduced Fare and Ride Free Programs • Travel Safety Tips
JUNE 13 ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA PRESENTATION Dazzling during the day, the spectacle of hundreds of hot air balloons is even better when they light up at dawn and dusk. See these amazing displays, plus explore early Pueblo life and the artists of Santa Fe. Join the Levy Center as we travel to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the annual Balloon Fiesta. We will be visiting Peco’s Historic Park, Santa Fe, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Pueblo Cultural Center, San Miguel Mission and Loretto Chapel. We will host an information meeting with our tour guide (Mayflower Tours). Please sign up for this free information meeting. You only need to attend one meeting. Fee: $2,671 twin/$3,360 single; includes round trip airfare, airport transfers, 8 meals and lodging and traveler’s protection plan insurance for incidentals. Length: 6-day guided tour
• RTA’s Free Travel Training Program • Q&A sessions with the RTA Representative
Dates Day Time Jun 12 W 1-2pm
Dates Day Time Jun 13 Th 1-2pm
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JULY 8 DIABETIC SHOE CLINIC If you are a diabetic, you may be entitled to a pair of therapeutic shoes and three pairs of inserts per calendar year through a Medicare-paid program. Jean from George Lowman Shoes will explain program government payments and the importance of wearing good shoes. The clinic supplies various shoe styles, all sizes and widths. Important, please bring the following: Medicare number, primary doctor’s name and phone number, secondary insurance card (if you have one). No charge to attend. Admission: Free; registration is required Dates Day Time July 8 M 10-11am
Age 55+ Services Benefit Access Applications Thursdays, 11:30am–2:30pm What is the Benefit Access Program? Formerly known as the Circuit Breaker. Benefits available are fee discount on license plates and free rides on fixed-route transit for seniors and persons with disabilities. Eligibility is determined by age, disability, residency and income.
Happy 100th Birthday!
Dennis Newton Scholarship Fund
Need help applying or renewing your benefits?
The Dennis Newton Scholarship Fund provides Levy Center members the financial opportunity to attend our day trips.
Make an appointment: call the Levy Senior Center at 847-448-8250; space is limited weekly to the first 20 callers.
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
For more information or to apply for the scholarship, please contact Tim Carter or Amy Kellogg at the Levy Center at 847-448-8250.
Your Social Security Number, government-issued ID verifying your age and current Federal 1040 tax return. If you do not file a Federal 1040, you will need proof of Social Security Number and SSI Benefit statement (Form SSA-1099).
Heaven Can Wait This program is designed to honor our most experienced community members. The Levy Senior Center Foundation will underwrite the Levy Senior Center annual membership fees for program participants who are age 90+.
Congregate Meal Program
The Levy Family donated a 22-passenger bus to shuttle members, within the Evanston boundaries, to and from the Levy Senior Center.
The City of Evanston offers two enhanced lunch program locations. through a grant administered by Age Options, which will offset the fee of each meal. No person age 60+ shall be denied participation due to the inability to contribute.
9am: North end Evanston Route to Levy begins 10:10am: South end Evanston Route to Levy begins 12:30pm: First return route leaves Levy 3:30pm: Second return route leaves Levy beginning at 11am from the Levy Senior Center Schedule a pick-up: on the day of ride, during the hours of 7–8:30am, call 311. Charge: No charge for Levy Senior Center current membership holders.
Levy Senior Center Membership Levy Center membership is open to adults age 55 years and older. The membership fee $34 for residents of ZIP codes 60201 and 60202 $54 for a nonresident.
Membership benefits • Member only free programs • Discounts on other Levy programs • The fitness room • Memberships are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
Membership activities — Walking Club — Duplicate Bridge (bring a partner) — Line Dance (no experience required) Pickleball
The suggested donation: $5, age 60 yrs. and up Fee: $7, age 59 yrs. and less.
Lunch service Monday-Friday, 11:30am-1pm: in the Garden Café,
Grocery shopping: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
$34 for residents who live in postal code 60201 and 60202 $54 for non-residents. To qualify, registrants need only to show an official ID with proof of their birthday when they register at the Levy Center.
100th Birthday recognition forms are available on the Foundation table in the lobby or at the front desk. Please allow 5 days advance notice.
Ride the Levy Bus
Bus schedule
Current membership rates:
The Levy Senior Center Foundation will also be honoring members in our community turning 100. Centenarians will be recognized with a birthday cake in their honor to be shared with other Levy Senior Center members at the Levy Center.
— Art Class (Painting, drawing, oils, watercolor) — Monday/Wednesday Club (discussion group and guest speaker) — Woodcarving (tools and materials are available for purchase) — Drop-in Basketball — Social Bridge Noon (Come as a foursome) — Shower Singers (social singing group, no experience is required) — Yesterday & Today (Current events discussion group) — Mahjong — Line Dance — Folk Dance — Spanish Conversation Club — Bid Whist — And much more.
Levy Senior Center
Wednesday, 11:30am-1pm: in the Wisdom Café, Fleetwood Jourdain Center
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) SHIP is a free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries. SHIPs mission is to educate, advocate, counsel and empower seniors to make informed healthcare benefit decisions. SHIP is an independent program funded by federal agencies, managed by the State of Illinois and is not affiliated with the insurance industry. Levy Senior Center staff and volunteers counsel Evanston residents by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please contact Tim Carter at 847-448-8293.
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Age 55+ Activities Art Classes Levy Member (LM), Non Member (NM)
GLASS FUSION Come explore the art of glass fusion. Learn how to make paperweights, dishes, sun catchers and pictures. Fee includes individualized instruction, some materials and assembly of finished art work. Additional glass and materials are purchased by student. No class on May 29, 30 and July 4. Instructor: Janice Wojciechowski/Vivian Visser Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 7 sessions: $79 LM/$94 NM Fee, 6 sessions: $68 LM/$83 NM Fee, 4 sessions: $45 LM/$60 NM Class # 514174A9 514174B9 514174C9 514174D9 514174E9 524148A9 524148B9 514174F9
Dates March 6-April 17 April 24-June 12 March 7-April 18 April 25-June 13 June 20-Aug 1 June 19-July 31 Aug 7-28 Aug 8-29
Days W W Th Th Th W W Th
Time 1-3pm 1-3pm 10am-Noon 10am-Noon 10am-Noon 1-3pm 1-3pm 10am-Noon
CLAY HAND BUILDING & GLAZING
MOSAIC TILE–STAINED GLASS
Using a variety of clay, tools, methods and imagination, learn how to hand build. Slab roller and extruder are available for use. Fee includes instruction, firing and supplies. No class on May 27. Instructor: Vivian Visser Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 8 sessions: $80 LM/$95 NM Fee, 4 sessions: $45 LM/$60 NM
Discover the art of mosaic using stained glass. Learn about basic techniques, tools and materials involved in creating mosaic art. This class covers cutting, adhesives, substrates, design layout, and grouting. Fee includes materials, just bring yourself. No class on May 3. Instructor: Vivian Visser Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $100 LM/$115 NM Length: 11 sessions
Class # 514606A9 514606B9 514606C9 514606D9 524603A9 524603B9 524603C9 524603D9
Dates March 4-April 15 March 4-April 15 April 22-June 10 April 22-June 10 June 17-July 29 June 17-July 29 Aug 5-26 Aug 5-26
Days M M M M M M M M
Time 9:30am-12:30pm 1-4pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1-4pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1-4pm 9:30am-12:30pm 1-4pm
ADVANCED CLAY HAND BUILDING This program is for students who have taken previous clay hand classes and have prior experience working with clay. Students will continue to learn clay building and create advanced molds. No class on May 29. Instructor: Vivian Visser Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 7 sessions: $82 LM/$97 NM Fee, 4 sessions: $47 LM/$62 NM Class # 514601A9 514601B9 524602A9 524602B9
Dates March 6-April 17 April 24-June 12 June 19-July 31 Aug 7-28
Days W W W W
Time 9:30am-12:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm 9:30am-12:30pm
LEVY KNIT, STRING AND CRAFT GROUP Do you like to knit, stitch or crochet? Instructor Phyllis Weiland will guide you through your projects and teach you about holding needles, yarn, purl stitches, cast on and cast off stitches and much more. This social group meets weekly in the Levy Library. Please bring your project to share with the group. New and beginner knitters are welcome. No class on July 4. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 5 sessions: $15 LM/$20 NM Fee, 5 sessions: $18 LM/$24 NM Class # 514620A9 514620B9 514620C9 524620A9 524620B9 524620C9
Dates March 7-28 April 4-25 May 2-30 June 6-27 July 11-25 Aug 1-29
Days Th Th Th Th Th Th
Time 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm 1-3pm
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Class # 514626A9 524626A9
Dates Days Time March 8-May 17 F 10am-Noon June 7-Aug 9 F 10am-Noon
SILK SCARF PAINTING WITH TEXTURE AND PATTERN Color on silk is always beautiful. Show off your style with hand painted scarves and impress your friends. We will cover several easy techniques to apply color to the scarf in a verity of textures and patterns. Please were painting clothes. Paint does not come out of clothing. Fee includes materials, just bring yourself. Instructor: Vivian Visser Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $23 LM/$38 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 524627A9 Aug 8 Th 1-3pm
Music Classes SENIOR UKULELE ENSEMBLE Looking for some fun people to play ukulele with? If you already know 2-3 strum patterns and 10-12 chords you will be able to have a lot of fun with this group. We play a wide variety of music from the 40s to the 70s and hold ukulele sing-along concerts at the Levy Center three to four times a year. (Participation in these concerts are not required in order to be in the ensemble) No class on July 4. Instructor: Lorraine Williams Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $72 LM/$87 NM Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates 514608A9 March 21-May 16 524604A9 May 23-July 25
Days Time Th 1-2pm Th 1-2pm
UKULELE This class is for beginner level students and those with some experience who want to refresh and improve their skills. Come and learn the fundamentals and basic chords of the ukulele so that you can play songs you love. Folk, country, Motown, pop, we play it all. All types of Ukuleles are welcome with the exception of baritones. Don’t own a Ukulele, but want to learn? Pre-register for this class at least one week in advance, pay a $35 instrument deposit and we will order a ukulele for your own. If you decide that you are unable to continue the course you will be refunded your deposit as long as the ukulele is returned in good condition. No class on July 4. Instructor: Lorraine Williams Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $72 LM/$87 NM Length: 9 sessions Class # Dates Days Time 514610A9 March 21-May 16 Th 11:45am-12:45pm 524606A9 May 23-July 25 Th 11:45am-12:45pm
ADULT & SENIOR AFRICAN DRUMMING Explore the origin of various West African rhythms, through a historical and cultural aspect. Participants will learn how to play African drums, create their own rhythms and collaborate with others to play polyrhythm, an essential part of West African drum performance. We will learn to play the djembe, djundjun, conga, talking drum and along with other various percussion instruments. This program is good or joint and arthritis sufferers. Registration is required. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $70 LM/$85 NM Length: 4 sessions Class # 514625A9 514625B9 514625C9
Dates March 5-26 April 2-23 May 7-28
Days Tu Tu Tu
SHOWER SINGERS AND CHORALEERS Have you ever wanted to sing? Join us for one of these two great groups at the Levy Senior Center. You must be a Levy member to participate.
Shower Singers This drop-in group casual singers. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: free Length: ongoing Days Time Tu Noon-1pm
Choraleers This is a more formal class representing the Levy Senior Center singing at many Chicago area venues. You must audition for this group. Auditions: are held every Friday at Noon. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $25 LM Length: 8 sessions Class # 554103B9 554103C9 554103D9
Dates March 8-April 26 May 3-Jun 21 Jun 28-Aug 23
Days F F F
Time 10:30am-Noon 10:30am-Noon 10:30am-Noon
PIANO LESSONS Have you ever wanted to learn to play the piano? You’re never too old to learn something new. Piano instructor Evelyn Binz will teach students the basics, all the way to advanced piano. Lessons: contact Tim Carter at 847-448-8293. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $25 per 4, one hr. sessions Dates Days Ongoing M, Tu, F
Dance Classes CONTINUING LINE DANCING This class is perfect for new dancers and those who have some knowledge of basic steps. Practice what you have already learned. A great refresher course if you haven’t danced for a while. No time will be given to learning basic steps. This class has an easy difficulty level. No class on July 3. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $48 LM/$63 NM Length: 8 sessions Class # 514616A9 514616B9 524607A9
Dates March 13-May 1 May 8-June 26 July 10-Aug 28
Days W W W
Time 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm
SALSA DANCING The Latin music we hear today has its origins in Cuba where the blending of African drum rhythms and Spanish guitar evolved into a variety of Latin American music. We will be working on foundation patterns, the dance hold and Cuban motions. Come join us for eight weeks of fun, exercise and meet others who want to enjoy evenings of Salsa dancing. This program is perfect for beginner salsa dancers. Steve Mosco of Evanston DanceTech has been teaching ballroom dance for more than 40 years. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $48 LM/$63 NM Length: 8 sessions Class # 514621A9 514621B9 524622A9
Dates March 7-April 25 May 2-June 20 July 11-Aug 29
Days Th Th Th
Time 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm
ADULT & SENIOR BALLET Regain your ballet technique. Come and practice your plies and tendus. We will enjoy a classical ballet class format with barre, center adagio and allegro, and ending with stretches. All exercises are encouraging our bodies to explore grace and strength. Ability to modify. Instructor: Nichola Goss Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $48 LM/$63 NM Length: 8 sessions Class # 514623A9 514623B9 524623A9
Dates March 5-April 23 April 30-June 18 June 25-Aug 13
Days Tu Tu Tu
Time 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm 2:30-3:15pm
Time 4:30-5:30pm 4:30-5:30pm 4:30-5:30pm
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Age 55+ Activities Fitness
QI GONG
ZUMBA GOLD TONING This innovative, fun and exciting program was designed for the active older adult, the true beginner, and/or people who are not used to exercising, or people who may be limited physically. The instructor will add strength and stretching segments at the end of the class. No class on May 3. Instructor: Judy Mooney Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 9 sessions: $59 LM/$74 NM Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514303A9 March 22-May 24 F 9:30-10:30am 524301A9 June 7-Aug 9 F 9:30-10:30am
ZUMBA FOR BOOMERS Enjoy this less intense Zumba class, but more intense than Zumba Gold. Designed for those who want to do Zumba without jumping. All adults welcome. No class on July 4. Instructor: Judy Mooney Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Fee, 9 sessions: $59 LM/$74 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514314A9 March 21-May 23 Th 6:30-7:30pm 524315A9 June 6-Aug 8 Th 6:30-7:30pm
CORE & MORE This 45-minute floor class strengthens the core muscles surrounding your spine. Learn how to work the abdominals, oblique’s and lower back muscles for a leaner, stronger, more-flexible you. Participants must be comfortable on the floor. No class on May 3. Instructor: Barbara Meyer Location: Levy Senior Center Fee 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Fee 9 sessions: $59 LM/$74 NM Class # 514324A9 514324B9 524305A9 524305B9
Dates March 18-May 20 March 22-May 24 June 3-Aug 5 June 7-Aug 9
Days M F M F
Time 11:30am-12:15pm 9:30-10:15am 11:30am-12:15pm 9:30-10:15am
Learn a basic Tai Chi form as well as a number of techniques designed to energize the body, reduce and manage stress and improve balance and flexibility. Regular practice of this system of gentle movements can facilitate harmonious energy flow throughout the body enhancing your physical and emotional well-being. No class on May 3. Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 19 sessions: $95 LM/$110 NM Fee, 20 sessions: $100 LM/$115 NM Class # Dates 514325A9 March 19-May 24 524306A9 June 4-Aug 9
Days Time Tu, F 10:30am-Noon Tu, F 10:30am-Noon
CARDIO, STRENGTH & STRETCH This class combines a cardio workout with strength training and stretching. Participants will do low impact aerobics and use hand weights, resistance tubing and balls to build strength and anaerobic endurance. No class on May 3. Instructor: Marla Lampert (M,W)/Barbara Meyer (F) Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 29 sessions: $131 LM/$146 NM Fee, 30 sessions: $135 LM/$150 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514326A9 March 18-May 24 M, W, F 10:30-11:30am 524308A9 June 3-Aug 9 M, W, F 10:30-11:30am
FELDENKRAIS Using a combination of guided attention and pleasant, purposeful movement, this method of Feldenkrais guides you through the essential dynamic relationships in a particular pattern of movement and action. Unlike traditional exercise, where movements can become mechanical, Awareness Through Movement teaches you the secrets to reducing unnecessary muscular effort and improve your awareness of your whole self in action. No class May 3. Instructor: Robin Sterling Location: Levy Senior Center Fee. 9 sessions: $59 LM/$74 NM Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Class # Dates 514328A9 March 22-May 24 524309A9 June 7-Aug 9
Days Time F 10:30-11:30am F 10:30-11:30am
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION/AGELESS GRACE This program is active exercise class for all abilities designed for people with arthritis, people recovering from surgery, and people wanting to increase their strength, balance and stamina while having fun. We use gentle, easy to learn movements based on the science of neuroplasticity to help prevent cognitive decline and to increase joint flexibility and range of motion. This class is done in a chair with some optional standing and walking. No class on July 4. Instructor: Susan Mendelsohn Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 20 sessions: $90 LM/$105 NM Fee, 19 sessions: $86 LM/$101 NM Class # Dates Days 514329A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 524310A9 June 4-Aug 8 Tu, Th
Time 10-10:45am 10-10:45am
CORE FOR BETTER BALANCE This class integrates gentle, yet challenging, movements to increase flexibility, strength and balance. All of the exercises use mind/body techniques to increase memory and brain function and can be modified for beginning through intermediate students. The routines can be performed standing or sitting in a chair, so adults at any fitness level will feel comfortable participating. No class on July 4. Instructor: Susan Mendelsohn/Denise Rosenfeld Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 20 sessions: $90 LM/$105 NM Fee, 19 sessions: $86 LM/$101 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514330A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 11-11:45am 524311A9 June 4-Aug 8 Tu, Th 11-11:45am
STRETCHING CLASS A total-body stretch class. Great for relaxing, stretching and lengthening tight muscles. Stretching is important for people of all ages. One of the greatest benefits of stretching is that you’re able to increase your range of motion, which means your limbs and joints can move through a greater range, helping to ward off injury. Other benefits of stretching include reduced muscle tension, enhanced muscular coordination, increased blood circulation and higher energy levels. Instructor: Marla Lampert Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514340A9 March 20-May 22 W 9:30-10:15am 524342A9 June 5-Aug 7 W 9:30-10:15am
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ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE
PICKLEBALL BEGINNER
Posture, Poise and Ease. In this class, you’ll learn to improve your balance and coordination in the functional movement of daily activities. New research shows that posture plays an important role in health. Learn to sit, stand, move, breathe with better posture, less tension, more poise and ease. This class is based on the Alexander Technique, internationally recognized method for teaching how to use your body better. There will be lots of individual attention so you learn at your own rate. No class on July 4. Instructor: Phyllis Richmond Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 8 sessions: $64 LM/$79 NM
Pickleball, a game that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong, is sweeping the country. Pickleball players use wooden paddles and whiffle balls to play on badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. This class is for those who are new to the game, or have very limited experience. We focus on Pickleball basics, such as forehand and backhand shots, serving and court positioning. Players also learn scoring and the rules of Pickleball through drills and play time. The slower pace of this class allows players the opportunity to develop the skills they need to play this fun and energetic game. All equipment is provided. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 6 sessions: $108 LM/$123 NM
Class # Dates Days Time 514138A9 March 28-May 16 Th 10:30am-Noon
NIA Combining dance, martial arts and mindfulness, NIA tones your body while transforming your mind. More than just a workout, Nia is a holistic fitness practice addressing each aspect of your life-body, mind and soul. Each workout brings a mindfulness to your dance movement experience leaving you energized, mentally clear and emotionally balanced. Instructor: Barbara Meyer Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Class # Dates 514317A9 March 18-May 20 524319A9 June 3-Aug 5
Days Time M 10:30-11:15am M 10:30-11:15am
MOVE IT OR LOSE IT A movement class designed to improve balance, strength and mobility in vintage humans. With exercises adapted from a falls prevention program this dance class is a fun way to dance your way to health and balance. Instructor: Nichola Goss Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 8 sessions: $23 LM/$38 NM Class # 514350A9 514350B9 524348A9
Dates March 5-April 23 April 30-June 18 June 25-Aug 13
Days Tu Tu Tu
Time 1:30-2:15pm 1:30-2:15pm 1:30-2:15pm
Class # Dates Days Time 514801A9 March 26-April 30 Tu 2-3pm 524801A9 June 11-July 16 Tu 2-3pm
A continuation of drill and match play with more specific skills and strategies being taught, such as angles, lobs, poaching, return of serve and third shot drops. The session will consist of 60 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes of match play. No class on July 4. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 6 sessions: $108 LM/$123 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514802A9 March 28-May 2 Th 2-3:30pm 524802A9 June 13-July 25 Th 2-3:30pm
FENCING WITH TAI CHI Fencing is a sport that uses balance, focus and mental agility to engage in a fun battle of wits with others. Tai Chi is a moving mediation that works on focus and balance, a healing martial art that promotes longevity. Using Fencing, Tai Chi, and brain education games and exercises this class will keep minds sharp, emotions calm, along with many other benefits. Information: 847-448-8252. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Fee, 4 sessions: $40 LM/$50 NM Dates April 23-May 14 June 18-July 9 July 16-Aug 6
Days Tu Tu Tu
TAI CHI Tai Chi is a relaxing, gentle, flowing exercise coordinating movement, breath and mind. Tai Chi benefits people of all physical abilities. You’ll increase your flexibility, coordination, balance and circulation. No registration allowed after week two. No class on May 3. Instructor: Evelyn Thompson Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 9 sessions: $59 LM/$74 NM Fee, 10 sessions: $80 LM/$80 NM Class # Dates Days 514327A9 March 22-May 24 F 524307A9 June 7-Aug 9 F
Time 9-10:30am 9-10:30am
TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND FALL PREVENTION
PICKLEBALL ADVANCED BEGINNER/ INTERMEDIATE
Class # 615301A9 625301A9 625301B9
Tai Chi
Experience the benefits of Tai Chi in a program specifically developed for people with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. The gentle slow movements, upright stance and powerful healing qi gong exercises will help you increase mobility, improve balance, strengthen muscles and release tension in the body without overstressing the joints. Instructor: Carolyn Martinez, Arthritis Foundation certified Instructor Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 10 sessions: $65 LM/$80 NM Class # 514321A9 514323A9 514318A9 524304A9 524316A9 524320A9
Dates March 19-May 21 March 20-May 22 March 20-May 22 June 5-Aug 7 June 4-Aug 6 June 5-Aug 7
Days Tu W W W Tu W
Time 12:15-1:15pm 1:15-2:15pm 2:30-3:30pm 1:15-2:15pm 12:15-1:15pm 2:30-3:30pm
Level Adv. Beg. Beg. Int. Beg. Adv. Beg. Int.
Time 11am-Noon 6:15-7:15pm 6:20-7:20pm
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Age 55+ Activities Yoga
GENTLE CHAIR YOGA FOR SENIORS
BEGINNING YOGA Discover the benefits of yoga postures and controlled breathing to increase flexibility. You must be able to easily transfer from standing to sitting and lying down. No previous yoga experience necessary, just an open mind to explore new experiences. Please wear non-binding clothing; mats are provided and shoes are not needed for class. No class on July 4. Instructor: Betsy Murphy, RN Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 20 sessions: $110 LM/$115 NM Fee, 19 sessions: $95 LM/$110 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514322A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 9:30-10:30am 524303A9 June 4-Aug 8 Tu, Th 9:30-10:30am
If you are interested in exploring yoga, but are less ambulatory or not able to transfer easily, join this class. No experience necessary, all are welcome. We will explore the mind body practices of yoga seated in a chair or using the chair for support in standing poses. Learn yoga movement, breathing and relaxation practices to increase flexibility of mind and body. Please wear comfortable clothing. No class on July 4. Instructor: Betsy Murphy, RN Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 20 sessions: $100 LM/$115 NM Fee, 19 sessions: $95 LM/$110 NM Class # Dates Days Time 514339A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 10:45-11:45am 524339A9 June 4-Aug 8 Tu, Th 10:45-11:45am
CONTINUING YOGA This class is designed for participants who have previous yoga experience with Betsy Murphy. Please wear non-binding clothing; mats are provided; shoes are not needed for class. No class on July4. Instructor: Betsy Murphy, RN Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 20 sessions: $110 LM/$115 NM Fee, 19 sessions: $95 LM/$110 NM Class # Dates Days 514313A9 March 19-May 23 Tu, Th 524325A9 June 4-Aug 8 Tu, Th
Time 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am
This class will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some Medicare recipients qualify to take this class at no charge. Please call Bob Russo at 847-448-8283 to find out if you qualify. There is no charge for Silversneakers members. Instructor: Barbaba Meyer Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $65 LM/$80 NM Length: 10 sessions Dates March 18-May 20 March 20-May 22 Jun 3-Aug 5 Jun 5-Aug 7
Days M W M W
All classes are held at the Levy Senior Center
Not able to attend all the days offered? For these four classes, you can sign up for just one or two days a week at a reduced fee. Register in person at the Levy Senior Center or by phone at 847-448-8250. This option is not available online.
SILVER SNEAKERS You’ll have fun and move to music in a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resistance; a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. No class on May 3. Some Medicare recipients qualify to take this class at no charge. Please call Bob Russo at 847-448-8283 to find out if you qualify. Instructor: Marla Lampert, Barbara Meyer and Amanda Hart Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 29 sessions: $116 LM/$131 NM Fee, 30 sessions: $120 LM/$135 NM Class # Dates 513307A9 March 18-May 24 524302A9 June 3-Aug 9
Days M W, F M W, F
Time 1-2pm 11:45-12:45pm 1-2pm 11:45-12:45pm
TOTAL WELLNESS
SILVERSNEAKERS YOGA
Class # 514316A9 514316B9 524341A9 524341B9
Flexible Day Offerings
Time 9:30-10:15am 1-2pm 9:30-10:15am 1-2pm
This comprehensive, balanced program includes aerobic movement, weight and resistance training, core strength exercises and stretching. Join us for a gentle, yet thorough, fitness class that will help you attain complete wellness. Instructor: Francesca Segal Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 29 sessions: $131 LM/$146 NMNR Fee, 30 sessions: $135 LM/$150 NM Class # Dates 514306A9 March 18-May 24 524318A9 June 3-Aug 9
CARDIO & ZUMBA COMBO Sign up for both Cardio, Strength and Stretch and Zumba Gold and save. For those of you looking for a three-day a week class, this is the one for you. All classes combine aerobic activity, strength training and stretching. No class on May 3. Instructor: Marla Lampert and Judy Mooney Location: Levy Senior Center Fee, 30 sessions: $131 LM/$146 NM Fee, 30 sessions: $135 LM/$150 NM Class # Dates 514308A9 March 18-May 24 524321A9 June 3-Aug 9
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Days Time M, W 11:30am-Noon F 1-2pm M, W 11:30am-Noon F 1-2pm
Days Time M, W 10:30-11:30am F 9:30-10:30am M, W 10:30-11:30am F 9:30-10:30am
Leisure and Enrichment
MAKE ALL NATURAL LOTIONS
HOW TO START GROWING MUSHROOMS IN YOUR GARDEN Like mushrooms? Ever thought about growing your own? Mark Lyons a master gardener and experienced mushroom grower, will show you how to grow your very own mushroom harvest. He also will show you how to preserve your mushroom harvest and how to make the most of those culinary treasures. This class is open to all ages. Registration is required. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $5 LM/$7 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates 514139A9 April 4
Days Time Th 6:30-7:30pm
CHICAGO IN THE MOVIES Chicago is featured in some of the most beloved movies in cinema history, from musicals to action films, from comedies to gangster films, Chicago has covered it all. Join us in discussing memorable characters in this celebration of the Windy City. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $5 LM/$7 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 514146A9 May 9 Th 1-2:30pm
CHEF DEMO Join us for this exciting Chef’s Demonstration with the Executive Chef from Lincolnwood Place. The Chef will be coming to the center to do on-site demonstrations with samples for each participant. The program will be in the Craft Room B. Space is limited, register early. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $2 LM/$5 NM Length: 1 session Class # 514150A9 514150B9 514150C9 524170A9 524170B9 524170C9
Dates March 20 April 24 May 22 June 19 July 24 Aug 28
Days W W W W W W
Time 1-2pm 1-2pm 1-2pm 1-2pm 1-2pm 1-2pm
THE LIFE OF JFK Join local historian Jim Gibbons as he discusses in detail the life of JFK. While John F. Kennedy Jr. appeared to have everything an American could dream of—fame, charm, the famous Kennedy name, a strong career, good looks, and a beautiful wife, his Camelot life began in tragedy and devastatingly ended in tragedy. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $5 LM/$7 NM Length: 1 session
Take control of what you put on your body. Learn easy and natural alternatives that can be used to make natural lotions for you and your family. Students will get to make an eight-ounce bottle of moisturizing lotion to take home along with recipes, instructions and where to get the supplies. Learn to create endless variations that can be used to customize your lotion to your skin type and desired scent. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $10 LM/$15 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates 514624A9 April 3
Days Time W 1:30-3:30pm
ST. PATRICK’S DINNER & IRISH BAND Come celebrate the luck of the Irish with your friends at the Levy Senior Center. Guests will enjoy a delicious cabbage, corn beef, potatoes & dessert. After dinner, the Midlothian Pipe Band will perform some traditional Irish favorite. Cash bar is available. Registration is required. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $23 LM/$38 NM Length: 1 session Class # 514901A9
Dates March 8
Days Time F 6-8:30pm
4TH OF JULY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT Flowers brighten up everyone’s day, no matter the time of year. Join Eileen Weber, AAF of Lake Forest Flowers as she leads you in creating a beautiful fresh holiday arrangement. In this workshop, you will learn basic principles and elements of floral design, flower care and handling, and best of all, take your design home. All fresh materials and container included in the workshop fee. Please bring a pair of gloves and pruning shears. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $30 LM/$55 NM Length: 1 session Class # 524172A9
“NEVER GIVE IN” THE LIFE OF SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL Join local historian Jim Gibbons as he discusses in detail the life of Sir Winston Churchill. “Never, never, never give in!” This was the creed Sir Winston Churchill lived by his entire life. Born into the aristocracy of the Dukes of Marlborough and becoming a Duke himself, Winston Churchill was always pursuing his goals and life’s dreams. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $5 LM/$7 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates 524176A9 Aug 22
Days Time Th 1-2:30pm
1ST ANNUAL LEVY BBQ Let the staff of the Levy Senior Center do all the cooking. Enjoy the evening in the Levy Garden as we have special musical entertainment. Burgers and hotdogs, potato salad and chips will be served. Cash bar available. Relax and bring a friend and have a relaxing night at the Levy Senior Center. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $12 LM/$27 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 524901A9 June 21 F 6-7:30pm
SUMMER PIG ROAST AND LUAU This is an evening you don’t want to miss. Bring your flip flops, grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts. Our caterer will be roasting the pig for 10 hours before we enjoy a delicious dinner. In addition to pork, we will also be serving chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob and baked beans. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $24 LM/$39 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 524902A9 Aug 9 F 6-7:30pm
Dates Days Time June 27 Th 10-11am
AMERICANA SONG AND DANCE Steve Frenzel will take us down memory lane and discuss the most famous films in history. It’s coming up red, white, and blue in this starspangled presentation featuring Fred Astaire dancin’ with fireworks, James Cagney tappin’ on the tabletops and more memorable movie moments from Yankee Doodle Dandy, Oklahoma, Holiday Inn and other favorites. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $5 LM/$7 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 524175A9 July 16 Tu 1-2:30pm
Class # Dates Days Time 514196A9 April 11 Th 1-2:30pm To register, call 847-448-4311 or visit cityofevanston.org 43
Age 55+ Activities Trips All senior trips leave from and return to the Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge, Evanston. For more information, please call the Levy Senior Center 847-448-8250.
SHEDD AQUARIUM Can’t make it to the Great Barrier Reef? No sweat, Levy Senior Center has a solution for you. Join us for this exciting trip and visit all the oceans in one day. Trip goers will also have the opportunity to see the daily aquatic show, 3-D movie coastal predators and will receive the all access pass. Trip fee includes admission and $12 lunch voucher to use at the Shedd dining room. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $65 LM/$80 NM Length: 1 session Class # 514010A9
Dates Days Time March 21 Th 9am-3:30pm
DENNY DIAMOND BAND AT WHITE FENCE FARM We all have enjoyed the music of Neil Diamond and what better way to celebrate Neil Diamond’s music, with the best tribute band in the Chicagoland area. Join us for this trip to the classic restaurant White Fence Farm in Romeoville. Lunch will include the White Fence Farm 4 piece dinner with potatoes, cottage cheese, kidney bean salad, beets, the famous corn fritters and dessert. Trip fee includes admission and lunch. Sign up early, space is limited. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $60 LM/$75 NM Length: 1 session
MATILDA
ILLINOIS RAILWAY MUSEUM, UNION, IL
Wonder and amazement abound with this awardwinning musical. Based on the novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda tells the tale of a precocious 5-year-old girl with special talents. Facing many obstacles caused by her family and school, the book-loving Matilda befriends her teacher and helps the woman to reclaim her life. Tied for the most Olivier Awards ever, including Best New Musical, Matilda went on to win five Tony Awards, including Best Book of a Musical. Fee includes lunch and ticket. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $68 LM/$83 NM Length: 1 session
Board the streetcar next to the 50th Avenue L’ station for a ride up to the historic 1851 East Union Depot, where you can transfer to a main line steam or diesel train. Hear the clickety-clack of the rail, feel the breeze through the open windows, smell the coal smoke of the steam engine. Come visit the largest railway museum in the United States. Participants will receive a guided tour of the many locomotives and street cars. Lunch will be on your own expense at the Railway diner which includes cheeseburgers, hotdogs, brats, pizza, etc. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $25 LM/$40 NM Length: 1 session
Class # Dates 514012A9 May 15
Days Time W 10:30am-4:30pm
FOURWINDS CASINO, NEW BUFFALO, MI Here’s your chance to win big at Four Winds Casino. Sit back and relax, leave the driving up to us and arrive at one of the best casinos in the Midwest. All participants must bring a valid ID. Fee includes $15 slot credit, $10 food voucher and transportation. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $53 LM/$68 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates Days Time 524016A9 June 24 M 8:30am-4:30pm
Class # Dates Days Time 514011A9 April 16 Tu 10am-3:45pm
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Class # 524017A9
Dates Days Time July 23 Tu 9:15am-4pm
CHICAGO WHITE SOX AND BINGO Come join us for an afternoon of food, fun, bingo and baseball. Watch the Chicago White Sox take on the New York Mets. Price includes hour pre-game all you can eat buffet, unlimited drinks, bingo in the patio area and a game ticket. You don’t want to miss this day at the ballpark. Go Sox. The Dennis Newton scholarship is available for this trip. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: $75 LM/$90 NM Length: 1 session Class # Dates 524018A9 Aug 1
Days Time Th 10:30am-5:30pm
Clubs and Groups MONDAY/WEDNESDAY CLUB Lively discussions, led by volunteer club members who choose the topic. The group welcomes guest speakers once per month. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; Levy Senior Center Members only Dates Days Time Ongoing M, W 10-11am
ETHICAL DILEMMAS The nation is in turmoil. Join us as we discuss ethical dilemmas in our lives. This discussion is led by Levy Center members, Sue and Scott Walton who are also members of the Ethical Humanist Circle. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; registration is required Dates Days Time Ongoing third Thursday of each month 6-9pm
BEST DAY OF MY LIFE STORY GROUP In a time of hyper “connection,” it seems we’ve lost the art of basic, genuine human conversation. Our solution is senior storytelling groups across America and a web sharing portal. Come be part of the solution. No experience needed and it is free to join. Information and registration: email Nancy Nicholson at nnicholson@SASIathome.org or call 847-864-7274. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; registration is required Dates Days Time Ongoing W 10:30am-Noon
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP Come meet with other older adults who know vision impairment challenges on the first Tuesday of the month. Share your experiences, questions, access information and resources. Learn to confidently manage daily tasks and pleasures. This group is facilitated by staff of the North Shore Senior CenterEvanston Social Services. Information: contact Nicole at 847-424-5668. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; registration is required Dates Days Time Ongoing Tu 10:15-11:45am
FAMILY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
LEVY WALKING CLUB
Are you caring for an older adult? Join others the first Wednesday of the month who are on a similar journey to discuss care-giving issues, concerns and difficulties in a caring, non-judgmental atmosphere. Information, please call Ben Ellenson, (facilitator) at 847-424-5661. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; registration is required
Grab a friend and let’s take a stroll around the beautiful City of Evanston. Walking is easy on the joints and great exercise for all ages. We will walk every Tuesday and Thursday morning for 60 minutes. We will meet inside the Levy Lobby. To respect everyone’s schedule, we leave promptly at 7:30am. Dress warm, we will be outside as along as the weather allows. If it’s too hot, cold or wet for you, we’ll move walking into the Levy Centers “indoor track.” Did you know 13 laps inside the Levy Center is 1 mile? You must be a Levy Center member to participate. No charge but registration is required. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; Levy Senior Center Members only
Dates Days Time Ongoing W 3-4:30pm
YESTERDAY AND TODAY This group, facilitated by Charlotte Jaffee, discusses current events and news, often with guest speakers. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; Levy Senior Center Members only
Dates Days Time Ongoing Tu, Th 9-10am
Dates Days Time Ongoing M Noon-1pm
Technology
SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB
Free technology help is available for Levy Senior Center Members. Register in person at the Levy Senior Center or by phone at 847-448-8250.
Spanish is one of the most spoken languages in the world. This group is for members who already know the Spanish language and would like to converse with other Spanish speakers. This is not a teaching group. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; Levy Senior Center Members only Dates Days Time Ongoing Tu 1-2:30pm F 9:30-11am
FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB Join a group of advanced to native French speakers for lively conversations on many topics. This is not a teaching group. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free; Levy Senior Center Members only Dates Days Time Ongoing Th 9:30-11:30am
REAL ESTATE CONSULTING Receive a free, no-obligation real estate consultation on your home property value by Wayne Gurowsky on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Comparative market analysis (CMA) will be shown. Learn how to get your home ready to sell. Wayne can visit your home for specifics, and offer his expertise on how to coordinate selling a property while buying a smaller home. No registration is required. Location: Levy Senior Center Fee: Free Dates Days Time Ongoing F 11-1pm
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Lakefront Activities Lakefront Activities
BEACH LOCATIONS NORTH TO SOUTH:
Buy a Skokie Pool Pass and save money. The City of Evanston and Skokie Park District have a reciprocal agreement allowing Skokie residents to buy Evanston season beach tokens at our resident rate and allowing Evanston residents to buy a Skokie season pool pass at their resident rate. Pool passes are valid at both Skokie Water Playground and Devonshire Aquatic Center. Evanston residents fee: nonresident walk-up daily fee, cost varies. Pool passes on sale: April 1; the early-season discounted pass sale ends in June. Information: 847-674-1500; skokieparkdistrict.org
Beaches open for the season Memorial Day weekend. A season or daily beach pass is needed for admission to Evanston’s five public swimming beaches.
Beach Information & Hours BEACH OFFICE INFORMATION Dempster St. Beach Office Open daily May 18–Sept. 2 10am-7:30pm Dempster St. at Lake Michigan (1251 Lake Shore Blvd) 847-866-4167 Clark St. Beach Office June 8–Sept. 2: 10:30am-7:15pm Clark Street at Lake Michigan (1811 Sheridan Rd.) Beach season: May 25–Sept. 2 (Labor Day) Beach hours: May 25–June 7: 11am–6pm June 8–Sept. 2: 10:30am–7:30pm Free beach days: Mondays from July 8–August 26, 2019 for Evanston residents at Clark St. Beach (Proof of residency required) Daily beach passes: $8 for those age 12 yrs. and up $6 for children age 1–11 yrs. Free for children under age 1 yrs. Daily passes are sold at beach entrances and Dempster St. Beach Office. Cash only, except for Clark St. Beach. Season beach passes: The season beach pass is valid from the time of purchase until the end of the season. This pass is non-transferable and allows admittance to any of the five City of Evanston swimming beaches. Admission is free for children under age one. Purchased April 1–June 7: Evanston or Skokie resident: $26 Nonresident: $42 Purchased June 8–July 31: Evanston or Skokie resident: $34 Nonresident: $58 Purchased Aug. 1–Sept. 2 (Labor Day):: Evanston or Skokie resident: $17 Nonresident: $29 Where to purchase season passes: Morton Civic Center, community centers starting April 1. Also at the Dempster St. Beach Office, beginning on May 18 and the Clark St. Beach Office, beginning on June 8.
SKOKIE POOL ADMISSION
CHURCH STREET POWER BOAT RAMP This ramp is for launching power boats, personal watercraft (jet skis), and large sailboats requiring a trailer to launch. Boat’s that are 28’ or longer, or have a running draft of 36” or deeper, may find launch difficulty. Season launch permits are required for each boat/vessel. Each season permit includes one parking hangtag, one launch sticker, and a key card for the entrance gate. Evanston resident boat owners are required to show proof of residency to obtain resident rates. Ramp opens: early/mid May—end of October, depending on weather and dredging conditions. Information: cityofevanston.org/boatlaunches; 847-448-8046. Rates Season Permit 4. Lee St. Beach 1. Lighthouse Beach 1111 Lake Shore Blvd. 2611 Sheridan Rd. between Lee St. just north of Central St. and Greenleaf St. 2. Clark Street Beach on Lake Shore Blvd. 1811 Sheridan Rd. Clark St. at Sheridan Rd. 5. South Blvd. Beach 525 Sheridan Square 3. Greenwood Beach Sheridan Sq. 1401 Sheridan Rd. off Sheridan Rd. Greenwood St. at the lakefront
FEE ASSISTANCE AND FREE SEASON BEACH PASS PROGRAM Fee assistance: Season beach passes are available to qualified Evanston residents based on family size and income. Free season beach passes: The City of Evanston, through the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Dept. and social service agencies, will distribute free passes to qualified Evanston residents. The Evanston Parks and Recreation Board’s dedicated Beach Pass Fund accepts donations for providing beach passes to income eligible residents. Contributes are greatly appreciated.
TEEN OUTREACH BEACH PASSES Teens ages 13–18 yrs. who may not otherwise be able to go to the beach, may pick up a 10-punch free beach pass at community centers and the main Evanston Public Library. Proof of Evanston residency is required. Information: 311.
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Ev. Resident $325
Nonres. $600
DEMPSTER ST. LAUNCH FACILITY The facility is for the launching, retrieval and storage of non-motorized vessels, small sailboats (Sunfish, Laser, etc.), catamarans, windsurfing boards, canoes, stand up paddle boards and kayaks for only approved and permitted vessels. It is unlawful to launch any vessel at any swimming beach or other public right of way within the borders of the City of Evanston. Swimming and wading are not permitted at this location. Facility opens: May 18–October 27, 2019 Daily hours: 7am–dusk. Storage spaces: current availability is for single hull sailboats only; waitlist for all other spaces. Residents have priority registration off the waitlist, verification of residency is required. Information and waitlist registration: cityofevanston.org/boatlaunch; 847-448-8046.
Storage and Launch Rates Rates Single hull sailboat w/locker Double hull w/locker Windsurf board w/locker Kayak, no locker Stand-up Paddleboard, no locker Locker
Launch only Rates Season Daily
Ev. Resident Nonres $320 $400 $420 $580 $320 $400 $270 $330 $270 $330 $50 $70 Ev. Resident Nonres $180 $230 $25 $35
TUBING PARTIES
WATERCRAFT RENTAL
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 boat, driver, an additional lifeguard, personal flotation devices and tube and will take you and your guests on an exhilarating trip on Lake Michigan. Your guests will have access to a reserved space on Dempster St. Beach for mingling, as well as access to Greenwood Beach for swimming. Tubing parties times: Weekdays, 4:30-7:30pm Weekends, 3:30-7:30pm, schedule permitting. Allowed age: 8 yrs. and up. Booking: in person at the Dempster St. Beach Office. Cancellations: Full refunds apply for cancellations due to weather or equipment failure. Tuber limits: 20 tubers and 35 total participants, min. 2 students, and max. 4 students. Waiver and swim test required. Fee, 2½ hour party: $450 R/$650 NR Register: 847-866-2913
The Evanston Recreation Division rents watercraft by the hour, the day, or the season. Adults can rent one of our day sailing boats; stand up paddle boards or one of our kayaks (single and tandem). 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. Only one person allowed on a paddleboard at a time. Due to the weather, rentals can be cancelled or limited to more capable boaters. Location: Dempster St. Beach Office Age: 6 yrs. and up (see watercraft rental flyer for more information) Early season days/times: May 25–27 (Memorial Day), June 1–2, 11am–6pm Season days/times: June 8–Sept. 2. Weekday rentals: 3:30pm–7:30pm (limited number of watercraft from 3:30–4:30pm). Weekend and Holiday rentals: 11am–7pm.
LEARN TO SAIL OR KAYAK The Evanston Recreation Division offers lessons in sailing and kayaking on Lake Michigan. Private sailing lessons are available on our day sailing boats and group lessons in kayaking are offered. Fee assistance is not available. New students will not be accepted after August 1. Information, registration, private lessons: (after Memorial Day) 847-866-4167. Location: Dempster St. Beach 1251 Lakeshore Blvd., Dempster at the lake. Age: 14 yrs. and up Date: June 10 through Sept. 1
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
Vessel Type Kayak, single or double Stand Up Paddleboard Barnett 1400 Hobie 16'
Evanston Res. $25/45 min. $40/1 hr. 45 min. $75/3 hrs.45 min. $25/45 min. $40/1 hr. 45 min. $75/3 hrs. 45min. $30/45 min. $45/1 hr. 45 min. $80/3 hrs. 45 min. $50/45 min.
Nonres. $35/45 min. $50/1 hr. 45 min. $95/3 hrs. 45 min. $35/45 min. $50/1 hr. 45 min. $95/3 hrs. 45 min. $40/45 min. $55/1 hr. 45 min. $100/3 hrs. 45 min. $60/45 min.
Save with a punch pass 15 punched at 45 min.: $275 R/$375 NR. Unlimited Season Rental: $600 R/$800 NR. Passes are valid only during season purchased. Boat reservations: starting the day before with a max. of 1 hr. and 45 min. reserved on a single day.
SCHEDULE YOUR OWN HISTORICAL KAYAK TOUR Schedule a kayak twilight tour with five or more friends. No experience is required. Explore Evanston history, it’s lakefront and Daniel Burnham’s Evanston based visions for the region. Stops include the wreck of the George Morley, the Grosse Point Lighthouse and the Baha’i House of Worship (Temple) in Wilmette. As a participating couples savings option, one person registers and pays the “city’s kayak” fee and the other person registers and pays the “BYO kayak” fee. Information: 847-866-4167 (beach season); 847-866-2913 (preseason). Instructors: Wateriders Location: Meet at Dempster St. Beach Office Age: 14 yrs. and up or 10–14 yrs. with an adult Fee (our kayak): $50 R/$60 NR Fee (your kayak): $30 R/$35 NR Instructors: Wateriders Location: Meet at Dempster St. Beach Office Age: 14 yrs. and up or 10–14 yrs. with an adult Fee (our kayak): $50 R/$60 NR Fee (your kayak): $30 R/$35 NR
Pooch Park and Dog Beach The Cook County Animal and Rabies Control Ordinance requires written proof on file with the Dog Park/ Dog Beach operator of an examination within the past year for any communicable diseases including current vaccinations or titers (antibodies) for Rabies, Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus and Bordetella (kennel cough), as well as internal parasites as confirmed by stool sample. The dog must be currently licensed in Evanston or proof is required that the dog is licensed by the local government where the dog’s owner lives. Question? 311 (847-448-4311) or contact Cook County Animal Control at 708-974-6140.
DOG BEACH Evanston’s Dog Beach is located north of the Church St. Power Boat Ramp, 1631 Sheridan Rd. Admission is restricted to owners/handlers with Dog Beach season pass. At the time of printing, it has not been determined if the conditions will allow the Dog Beach to be open for the 2019 season. Information/updates: cityofevanston.org/dogbeach.
POOCH PARK The Skokie Park District and City of Evanston jointly developed 2.7-acre off-leash area, located on the east bank of the North Shore Channel, between Main and Oakton Streets. Park open: 5am–10pm daily, year-round. Pooch Park fees: $45 for the first dog, $10 for each additional dog. Rules and requirements: cityofevanston.org/poochpark, or the Skokie Park District: 847-674-1500.
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General Information Register Early!
Fee Assistance (Scholarships)
Equal Opportunity
Please register at least a week in advance. Classes which don’t reach a minimum enrollment level are canceled.
Fee assistance is awarded to qualified Evanston 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 and the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center. Facility addresses are listed on page 2. Forms may be downloaded at cityofevanston.org/ recreationfeeassistance.
As the City of Evanston has received federal financial assistance, the U.S. Department of 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 regarding Title VI, please write to: Office for Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.
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 effort will be made to schedule a make up class.
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.
Insurance The City of Evanston does not carry hospitalization insurance for program participants. Contact your health care provider for details regarding your individual plan.
Refund Policy Unless the program is canceled by the City, a $5 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.” No refunds on Daily, Seasonal or Yearly Activity Passes/Programs These include beach tokens, ice-skating passes, extended care coupons, fitness passes, season launch permits, leagues, dog beach passes and the like.
Camp Transfers and 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 311 (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 drop off written notice of your request, along with written proof of illness, moving or hardship (see refund policy), to the community center where the program is held or the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center . Information: call 311 (847-448-4311).
Child Supervision/Pick-up Policies 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. Parents or guardians who pick up a child more than five minutes late from a program 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 and advise staff that you are running late, we’ll allow a 10-minute grace period, followed by the $10 per 15-minute late fee.
Rentals 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 information, call 311 (847-448-4311).
Photographs and Videotaping 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. To aid staff in making accommodations, 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 time line 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 847-424-5496 (voice); 847-448-8064 (TTY); 800-526-0857 (Illinois Relay Center voice transmission).
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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.
Registration Go online:
cityofevanston.org/register
By Mail:
Send the form (see facing page) 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 or include a personal check.
In person:
All Evanston Recreation Division community centers and the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center (see page 2).
By telephone:
All Evanston Recreation Division community centers and the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center (see page 2). Register with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express Card.
The City of Evanston’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department strives to provide you with excellence in recreational programs and services. If you are not satisfied, we request your suggestions, comments, or ideas which will improve our programs.
Registration Form Please register at least one week prior to the first class. Classes without the minimum number of registrations will be canceled. Children must meet the minimum age listed. Proof of age may be required. Fee assistance/class cancellations: see facing page. Questions? Call 311 (847-448-4311) PLEASE PRINT, FILL OUT ALL SPACES AND SIGN THIS FORM.
REGISTRATION FORM FOR CITY OF EVANSTON CLASSES
Parent/Adult Name: __________________________________________________________ Home Phone: (______ )___________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________ Emergency Phone: (______ )________________________________________ City/State/Zip:_______________________________________________________________ Daytime Phone: (______ )__________________________________________ E-mail address:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: * You will be registered for your alternate choice if your first choice is filled or canceled. If someone attending a program has a disability-related need for an accommodation, the Special Recreation office must be called at least two weeks in advance at 847-424-5496; 847-448-8064 (TTY) or 800/526-0857 (IL Relay Ctr.).
LAST NAME
FIRST NAME
SEX
BIRTH DATE
PROGRAM NAME
DAY/TIME
CLASS #
ALTERNATE CLASS #
AMOUNT PAID
Total
CITY OF EVANSTON WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT Participant’s Name:____________________________________________________________________ Age:________________ Participant Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________ I AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION TO ALLOW THE NAMED PARTICIPANT TO PARTICIPATE IN RECREATION ACTIVITIES THAT HAVE AN INCREASED ELEMENT OF RISK. The undersigned participant, or if participant is under 18 years of age, the undersigned parent, guardian or custodian of the above minor participant, requests said participant to participate in the City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department’s program activities. These include, but are not limited to: archery, hiking, biking, sports and skate sports, arts camps, theatre programs and non-sports based camps. I understand that these activities have an increased element of risk due to the characteristics of the activity and the uncontrollable nature of surrounding elements. These risks may include equipment malfunction or condition(s), loss of control, collisions, obstacles, terrain variation and unexpected actions by horses or by other people. I understand that other participants may act in a negligent manner that can contribute or cause injury, such as failing to maintain control, not acting within their abilities, or not following rules and instructions. I acknowledge that participation in certain activities including but not limited to those identified in the Illinois Tort Immunity Act, 745 ILCS 10/3-109 are inherently dangerous and involve risk that may cause serious injury and in some cases death. PARTICIPANT, OR IF PARTICIPANT IS UNDER 18, THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT, GUARDIAN, OR CUSTODIAN OF THE ABOVE MINOR HEREBY JOINS IN THE FOREGOING WAIVER AND RELEASES, DISCHARGES AND AGREES NOT TO SUE THE CITY OF EVANSTON, THEIR ELECTED OFFICIALS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS, AND ATTORNEYS, FOR LIABILITY FROM ANY AND ALL LOSS OR DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH WHETHER CAUSED BY ANY NEGLIGENCE, EITHER ACTIVE OR PASSIVE OF THE CITY, OR OTHERWISE. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for disclosing any health or physical conditions and that the City has no duty to accommodate any disclosed condition if such accommodation is unreasonable and exceeds Federal, State, or local law(s). Health or physical condition limitations may include recent injury or surgeries, medications, diagnosed or undiagnosed behavioral conditions and mental and physical limitations. Please list any health or physical limitations or conditions below:
I have read this document and understand that it is a promise not to sue and that I release the City of Evanston, elected officials, employees, agents and attorneys for any and all claims. I considered this Release and Waiver carefully before signing it. If I am signing this document with an electronic signature, I execute this Release and Waiver with the intent to sign the record.
Date:__________________ Signature of Participant If Participant is under 18:_________________________________________________________________________ Date:__________________ Signature of Parent, Guardian or Custodian of Minor:______________________________________________________________________ Payment Area
Check #
Payment amount $
Make checks payable to CITY OF EVANSTON and mail to: Evanston Recreation Division, 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL 60201 ( last 3 digits on back of cards or 4 digits on front of Am. Express)
CREDIT CARD Circle one: Visa MasterCard Discover American Express
Security #
Card holder name (print):
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Public Parks & Beaches Map Other maps are available at cityofevanston.org/maps
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Sports & Leisure Organizations
Contact us
Badminton
Gardening
Evanston Badminton Club, Blane Olmos: 847-673-4748; midwestbadminton.com
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
Baseball/Softball Evanston Baseball & Softball Association (EBSA): evanstonbaseball.com; evanstonsoftball.com Women’s 14" softball leagues, Marion Flynn: 847-530-8626; flynnmarion@yahoo.com
Basketball
Golf
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
Canal Shores Golf Course: canalshores.org Events and Marketing Manager, Melissa Polivka : 847-475-9173 x. 702 Evanston Women’s Golf League, Kate Spector: 847-869-4218 or Shirley Palmer: 847-677-2294
Bicycling
Evanston Youth Hockey Assoc. (EYHA), Del Morris: 847-894-1521; evanstonhockey.com
Evanston Bicycle Club: evanstonbikeclub.org
Birding Evanston North Shore Bird Club, field trips and programs: ENSBC.org
Boating Evanston Boat Ramp Assoc., Bill: 847-965-2000; great-lakes.org/il/evanstonboat ramp.html
Chess
Hockey
facebook.com/EvanstonParksandRecreation instagram @parkrecevanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Parks, Recreation Division Director: Lawrence C. Hemingway Community Services Division Assistant Director: Karen Hawk
Running Evanston Running Club, Alvah White: 847-682-2482; evanstonrunningclub.org
Cricket
Soccer
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
Follow @ParkRecEvanston
Evanston Youth Lacrosse Assoc., Mike Cashion: 847-736-6869; evanstonyouthlacrosse.org
Sailing & Kayaking
Dancing
Evanston Sail & Kayak Assoc., Payson Wild: 847-492-8165; paysonwild@comcast.net 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: 847-748-1450; info@teamevanston.com; teamevanston.org
Swimming
Evanston Junior Wildkit Football, Seth Himrod: jrwildkit@aol.com; jrwildkits.com
Evanston Masters Swim Team: evmasters.org Wildkit Swimming Organization, Kevin Auger: 773-685-7685 wildkitaquatics.com YWCA Flying Fishing Aquatics, Pete Caragher: 847-864-8445; ywca.org/evanston
Football and Cheerleading
Tennis
Evanston Pop Warner (age 5-14 yrs., no tryouts-everyone plays) 312-685-0482; evanstonraiders@gmail.com; evanstonraiders.com
Evanston Community Tennis Assoc., Diana Harris: 847-869-7972; rddharris@comcast.net; evanstontennis.org
Field Hockey Evanston Field Hockey Club Ejaz Syed: 312-316-3138 EvanstonFHC@gmail.com; evanstonfhc.com
Football
cityofevanston.org/parks-recreation
Lacrosse
Evanston Chess Club, Maret Thorpe: enter@evanstonchess.org; 847-328-1281; evanstonchess.org Cricket Club, M. Louis: 847-328-4863
CONTACT INFORMATION: City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center 2100 Ridge Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 311: call/text 847-448-4311 cityofevanston.org recreation@cityofevanston.org f: 847-448-8051 See page 2 for facility addresses and phone numbers
Recreation Division Robert Crown Center and Ice Complex Recreation Manager: Ann Marie Heiser, CPRP Fleetwood-Jourdain Center and Mason Park Recreation Manager: Kenneth Cherry Lakefront/Municipal Sports/Special Recreation Services Manager: Ray Doerner Community Services Division Levy Senior Center Manager: Amy Kellogg, CPRP Work Force and Youth & Young Adult Community Services Manager: Kevin L. Brown, J.D. Long Term Care Ombudsman: Audrey Thompson CPRP = Certified Park and Recreation Professional
Group presidents/commissioners: To change contact information for your group, email: sowens@cityofevanston.org
Windsurfing Evanston Windsurfing Assoc., Dave Tannert: ussurf@gmail.com; evanstonwindsurfing.net
Wrestling Evanston Black Kats Wrestling Club, Verzell James: 847-328-2635
To register, call 847-448-4311 or visit cityofevanston.org 51
2019
Come to Evanston’s parks to enjoy FREE summer outdoor evening concerts and movies, presented by the City of Evanston’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Division.
in the park Tuesday, June 4 Dawes Park Tuesday, June 11 Bent Park (food trucks) Tuesday, June 18 Twiggs Park (Juneteenth) Tuesday, June 25 Baker Park Tuesday, July 2 Kamen Park East Tuesday, July 9 Canal Shores Golf Course Tuesday, July 16 Brummel Park Tuesday, July 23 Larimer Park Tuesday, July 30 Mason Park
Movies IN THE Park Saturday, August 3 Twiggs Park Tuesday, August 6 Penny Park (National Night Out) Saturday, August 10 Leahy Park Tuesday, August 13 Dawes Park Saturday, August 17 Cartwright Park Tuesday, August 20 Baker Park Saturday, August 24 James Park
Sunday, September. 8, 1–5pm, Main St. between Chicago and Florence
Evanston Streets Alive!, featuring the Green Living Festival, temporarily transforms our streets into car-free open spaces for all to freely enjoy. It encourages healthy, green forms of transportation like walking and biking, brings people together, and helps us visualize innovative ways to use our precious public spaces. Nearly one mile of Main St.between Chicago Ave. and Florence Ave. will be closed to motorized traffic. Main St. will be open for arts activities, games, sports, and more. Information: evanstonstreetsalive.org.
Let’s Play Summer Program Memorial Day–Labor Day The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department’s Summer Let’s Play Program is offering, FREE to the public, organized activities throughout Evanston’s parks. The Let’s Play mobile is stocked with toys, games and activities for all ages. A Recreation staff team will be traveling through the city providing fun supervised activities.
Schedule details will be available in May 2019. For more information visit,cityofevanston.org/starlight, or call 311, (847-448-4311, outside of Evanston)