Winter Spring 2015 Brochure

Park District of La Grange 536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525

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SUMMER CAMPS

Early Bird Registration Discount

10% off weekly session fees when you register during the months of February and March.

Camp Tiny Tots • Camp Mighty Munchkins Camp-A-Palooza • Camp Quest Camp-A-Palooza • Camp Quest • Adventure Camp See pages 25-26 and 39-41 for details.

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• Weddings • Birthdays • Graduations • Anniversaries • Corporate Events Room Capacity - 175 people

Park District of La Grange

536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525 Room Rental Information call 708-352-1762 www.pdlg.org

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WELCOME

RECREATION CENTER

536 East Avenue, La Grange, Illinois 60525 Telephone: (708) 352-1762 • Fax: (708) 352-8591 Front Desk/Phone Hours:

8 am - 9 pm.............Mon.-Fri. 8 am - 6 pm.............Sat. 10 am - 5 pm...........Sun. 8 am - 1 pm....... 12/24 & 12/31

Administrative Office Hours:

9 am - 5 pm.............. Mon.-Fri.

Closed 11/27, 12/25, 1/1 & 4/5

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Administrative Offices ...................................................................708/352-1762 Administrative Fax ...................................................................................352-8591 Athletic Hotline .........................................................................................352-0588 Gilbert Park Activity Building ...............................................................354-9091 Sedgwick Park Activity Building .........................................................354-2205

RECREATIONAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Aging Care Connections..................................................... 354-1323 American Youth Soccer Org. (AYSO)................. www.ayso300.org Boy Scouts of America ............................................................................354-1111 Bulls/Sox Training Academy-LaGrange....................................708/588-2275 Bulls/Sox Training Academy-Lisle...............................................630/324-8221 Community Diversity Group ................................................................579-5114 Comm. Park Dist. of LaGrange Park ...................................................354-4580 Cook County Forest Preserve ...............................................................366-9420 Countryside Rec. Dept.............................................................................482-3645 DuPage Cty. Forest Preserve ........................................................630/790-4900 Flagg Creek Golf Course .........................................................................246-3336 Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago.....................................................630/544-5900 La Grange Area Newcomers-Jane Byczek.........................................354-1807 La Grange Art League .............................................................................352-3101 La Grange Babe Ruth League ...............................................................354-8730 La Grange Business Association ..........................................................352-0494 La Grange Little League...............................www.lagrangelittleleague.com La Grange Garden Club-Bev Sturtz............................................630/789-6557 La Grange Girls Softball-Lisa Sher.......................................................482-8987 La Grange Public Library ........................................................................352-0576 La Grange Historical Society ................................................................482-4248 Leader Shop................................................................................................579-5898 NAACP ..........................................................................................................352-4897 Pleasant Dale Park District ...........................................................630/662-6220 SEASPAR ..............................................................................................630/960-7600 Southwest Suburban Sr. Center ..........................................................354-1323 Village of La Grange ................................................................................579-2300 Western Springs Rec. Dept. ...................................................................246-9070 West Suburban Chamber ......................................................................352-0494

TABLE OF CONTENTS

See pages 6-7 for a detailed program list

Adult Activities.................................................................................................. 56-59 Adult Athletics....................................................................................................61-62 Adult Fitness....................................................................................................... 63-69 Be Our Eyes Park Watch Initiative......................................................................77 Bulls/Sox Academy...........................................................................................52-53 Childcare.....................................................................................................................63 Commemorative Tree Program..........................................................................79 Community Garden Plot.......................................................................................13 Early Childhood Activities..............................................................................19-26 Early Childhood Athletics...............................................................................27-30 Financial Report.................................................................................................74-75 Gymnastics......................................................................................................... 42-43 Late Pick-up Policy..................................................................................................76 Learning Ladders Preschool..........................................................................16-18 Map & Facility/Park Info..................................................................................81-82 Performing Arts.................................................................................................31-32 Registration Form....................................................................................................80 Registration Info........................................................................................................ 6 SEASPAR......................................................................................................................73 Senior Activities................................................................................................ 69-72 Special Events..................................................................................................... 13-15 Spring Break Camps...............................................................................................24 Summer Day Camps........................................................................ 25-26 & 39-41 Teens/Pre-Teens................................................................................................ 54-55 Tile Wall Program....................................................................................................15 Trips..............................................................................................................................60 Youth Activities................................................................................................. 44-51

Resident Registration

Includes Countryside Residents Saturday, Dec.6 • 8:00 am - 6 pm

Recreation Building, 536 East Avenue Registration will begin at 8:00 am and end at 6:00 pm.

Walk-in and online registration procedures will not have priority over the other, as both procedures will be occurring at the same time.

Residents may only register their own family.

PLEASE NOTE: In order to register online you will need to stop in the Rec. Center at 536 East Avenue to set up an online account. There is a form to complete and proof of address is required. You will be emailed a user name and password allowing you to access online registration. The deadline to set up an online account for registration on Dec. 6 is Dec. 5. If you already have an online account it is not necessary to do it again. Your user name and password is still valid.

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PDLG BOARD & STAFF

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PARK BOARD MEETINGS

The Board of Commissioners meet at the Park District Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue, on the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:30 pm. Meeting dates, times and location subject to change.

PDLG FACILITIES & CLASS LOCATIONS PDLG Recreation Center 536 East Avenue PDLG Community Center & Park 200 South Washington Avenue PDLG Denning Park 4903 South Gilbert Avenue PDLG Gilbert Park & Preschool Building 41st Street and Gilbert Avenue PDLG Sedgwick Park & Activity Building 10th Avenue and 48th Street PDLG Gordon Park Ogden and Locust Avenue

PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

• President, Mary Ellen Penicook..............maryellenpenicook@pdlg.org • Vice President, Robert Ashby.................................... bobashby@pdlg.org • Commissioner, Lynn Lacey.......................................lynnclacey@pdlg.org • Commissioner, Chris Walsh...................................... chriswalsh@pdlg.org • Commissioner, Robert Vear......................................robertvear@pdlg.org

BOARD APPOINTMENTS

• Executive Director, Dean Bissias, APRP..............deanbissias@pdlg.org • Board Treasurer, Robert Metzger

IMPORTANT E-MAIL ADDRESSES

• General.................................................................................. pdlginfo@pdlg.org • FOIA Requests.................................................................foiaofficer@pdlg.org FOIA requests are required to be submitted in writing or by email.

PARK DISTRICT STAFF

PDLG Waiola Park 47th Street and Waiola Avenue Hanesworth Park 26th & Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park La Grange Park Recreation Center 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park Cossitt School 115 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange Flag Creek Golf Course 6939 Wolf Road, Indian Head Park Gurrie/Spring Avenue School 1001 South Spring Avenue, La Grange Ideal School 9901 West 58th Street, Countryside Lyons Township High School - South Campus 4900 Willow Springs Road, Western Springs Park Junior High School 325 North Park Avenue, La Grange Park Western Springs Grand Avenue Community Center 4211 Grand Avenue, Western Springs Western Springs Recreation Center 1500 Walker Street, Western Springs Yena Park 29th Street and Harrison Avenue, La Grange Park Countryside Park 61st Street and Meadow Drive, Countryside City Park 61st Street and Ashland Avenue, Countryside

• Executive Director, Dean Bissias, APRP..............deanbissias@pdlg.org

FINANCE STAFF

• Supt. of Finance, Leynette Kuniej, CPA........ leynettekuniej@pdlg.org • Finance & Personnel Assistant, Terri Kuzel......... terrikuzel@pdlg.org

RECREATION/FACILITY STAFF

• Supt. of Recreation, Laura Gallagher, CPRP........................................... lauragallagher@pdlg.org • Supt. of Facilities, Chris Finn, PPRP...........................chrisfinn@pdlg.org • Supt. of B.A.S.E., Leanna Hartung..................leannahartung@pdlg.org • Early Childhood Supervisor, Diana Faught, CPRP....................................................dianafaught@pdlg.org • Community Programs & Marketing Supervisor, Teresa Skrzynski.....................................................teresaskrzynski@pdlg.org • Recreation Supervisor, Kevin Miller, CPRP........kevinmiller@pdlg.org • Administrative Supervisor, Linda Muth............. lindamuth@pdlg.org • Facility Rental Coordinator, Katie Walsh............katiewalsh@pdlg.org • Secretary/Receptionist, Ginger Zeman..........gingerzeman@pdlg.org • Custodial Supervisor, Jonathan Regan...... jonathanregan@pdlg.org

PARKS DEPARTMENT STAFF

• Parks Foreman, Claudia Galla............................... claudiagalla@pdlg.org • Parks & Maintenance Laborers: Ricky Cox, Nick Diaz, Jose Farias APRP - Associate Park & Recreation Professional CPRP - Certified Park & Recreation Professional PPRP - Provisional Park & Recreation Professional

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

1. RESIDENT REGISTRATION ONLY

Walk-in resident registration will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8:00 am -4:00 pm at the Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue, and continues thereafter during regular office hours. Residents can only register their own family during resident registration on Dec. 6 . Countryside residents may also register beginning Dec. 6.

2. NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION

Individuals residing outside of the Park District boundaries may register starting at 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 15. This includes Neighborhood Network residents.

The Park District of La Grange offers online registration. Come in to the Recreation Center to complete an online registration form to receive the required user name and password for online access. Online registration runs simultaneously to walk-in registration; neither procedure has priority over the other. Online registration is available 24/7 once registration begins for the season. A non-refundable $2 administration fee applies to online registration transactions. Register online at www.pdlg.org.

4. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED

All programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

5. PROGRAM WAITING LISTS

Maximum enrollments for programs ensure quality and safety for you and your children. In the past, we made every effort to accommodate as many residents as possible without negatively impacting the programs. This has led to disappointment and frustration for all involved due to problems in timing (those on the waiting lists would find another way to spend their time), and the difficulty related to finding qualified instructors in a short period of time.

For this program season, waiting lists will be unlimited. This list will be taken to allow for dropouts and cancellations prior to the start of a program.

Our deadline for requesting refunds is 5 days before the start of class. This change helps eliminate last minute decisions regarding program and waiting list status.

6. FALSE INFORMATION/RESIDENT PRIORITY

Persons failing to indicate Non-Resident status, or registering Non-Residents as Park District Residents will be dropped from the program without refund.

7. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATION

Refunds will not be issued after the first class date and must be requested no less than 5 days before the first class meeting. A prorated refund will be issued in cases when the Park District receives a written certificate from a physician that a medical condition exists that prohibits participation. The medical note must be received no later than 14 days after the session end date. A prorated refund may also be issued if the registrant moves outside of the District boundaries. A $5 service charge will be deducted from all refunds over $5, except when a medical certificate is presented in writing, or the District cancels a program. If the Park District cancels a program, participants will have a choice of full refund, credit or class transfer, if available.

8. INSUFFICIENT FUNDS FEE:

The fee code used in this brochure is as follows: (R) Residents of La Grange & Countryside (NR) Non-Resident (NN) Neighborhood Network

10. PROOF OF RESIDENCY

Proof of La Grange or Countryside residency is required to qualify for resident rates for program registrations, usage passes and facility rentals.

A driver’s license, state ID or utility bill is acceptable. This policy assures the lowest fees for La Grange residents.

11. NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK (NN)

3. ONLINE REGISTRATION

9. FEE CODE

In the event that a program is paid for by check, and that check is returned to the District stamped N.S.F., full payment as well as a $20.00 penalty will be required in cash or cashiers check before attendance in a class can continue.

All communities that border La Grange which include Western Springs, La Grange Park, Brookfield, La Grange Highlands, and McCook will be charged only 10% more than resident rate for all programs. Proof of residency is required.

For all co-op programs, non-residents from the co-op district will get the resident rate.

12. CO-OP PROGRAMMING

If the graphic symbol appears next to a program title it is a co-op and resident rate applies for all agencies indicated. All participating agencies must achieve minimum enrollment for a class to be held. Co-op codes: LP-La Grange Park, WS-Western Springs,

13. SENIOR DISCOUNT

Seniors age 55+ receive a 10% discount for most PDLG programs for adults.

14. PROOF OF AGE

The Park District of La Grange reserves the right to require proof of age for participants age 3 and under.

15. PAYMENT/ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION

When in doubt, call the Park District office at (708) 352-1762.

16. ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION

You will be assessed a $5 registration fee when signing up for programs.

This fee is charged only once per household per season for registrations of $20 and over. If after your initial registration you decide to enroll in more programs during the same program season, simply alert us to that fact when you register. The assessment fee does not apply to online registrations. Collecting this fee allows the Park District to meets its costs without raising fees for every program.

17. PAYMENT METHODS

Payment methods accepted are: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, cash and check.

Driver’s license required for checks.

18. REGISTER EARLY!

Classes subject to cancellation if they do not meet minimum enrollments a week before class starts, unless otherwise noted.

19. FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 20. ADA ACCOMODATIONS

A request for ADA accommodations or assistance at a program is required at the time of registration. This includes, but is not limited to, inclusion aides, sign language interpreters, adaptive equipment, and accessible transportation. Early registration, along with a request for accommodation, is strongly suggested in order that appropriate accommodations are secured to the start of the program. At least two weeks is needed to have accommodations in place. It may not be possible for the participant to attend the program until accommodation needs are met.

WHY ARE THERE INITIALS NEXT TO THE PROGRAMS?

(LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

- Parent/Child Program |

OTHER SYMBOLS:

- Cooperative Program |

- Childcare Offered During This Program |

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ADULT ACTIVITIES

Little Builders...........................................................................................................................20 Lucky Leprechauns................................................................................................................23 Masterpieces for Munchkins..............................................................................................23 Mom/Daughter-BFF Jewelry Night.................................................................................33 Mom’s Time Out.....................................................................................................................21 Muscles in Motion..................................................................................................................20 My Pet Horse............................................................................................................................22 Painting Party..........................................................................................................................22 Private Piano............................................................................................................................32 Social Superstars....................................................................................................................21 Spring Break Escape..............................................................................................................24 Toddler Playtime Gym..........................................................................................................19 Tot Rock.....................................................................................................................................20 Wee Chefs.................................................................................................................................21

ADULT ATHLETICS

EARLY CHILDHOOD ATHLETICS

About Boating Safety...........................................................................................................59 Boating Skills & Seamanship..............................................................................................59 Coaching for Educators.......................................................................................................58 Dog Obedience.......................................................................................................................56 Exploring Windows 8............................................................................................................58 Fiction Writing Workshop...................................................................................................57 Intermediate Spanish for Adults.......................................................................................56 Piece of Clay.............................................................................................................................56 Splendid Ballroom & Latin Dance....................................................................................58 Spanish for Adults..................................................................................................................56 Vegetarian Cooking..............................................................................................................56 We Need to Talk-Family Conversation...........................................................................57 Wedding & Social Dance.....................................................................................................58

Adult Golf..................................................................................................................................62 Adult Karate.............................................................................................................................62 Adult/Teen Jujitsu..................................................................................................................61 Adult Tennis.............................................................................................................................61 Co-Rec Volleyball League...................................................................................................61 Men’s Basketball League.....................................................................................................61

ADULT FITNESS

Childcare...................................................................................................................................63 50+ Express..............................................................................................................................69 Cardio Kickboxing..................................................................................................................68 Cycle & Abs...............................................................................................................................67 Cycle & Sculpt..........................................................................................................................67 Easy Yoga Poses to Boost Your Metabolism.................................................................64 Fit & Fab After Fifty................................................................................................................69 Gentle Yoga..............................................................................................................................65 Gong Meditation....................................................................................................................64 Step Variety..............................................................................................................................68 Toned & Strong.......................................................................................................................69 Women’s Strength.................................................................................................................69 Yoga............................................................................................................................................66 Yoga & Meditation.................................................................................................................65 Yoga Fitness.............................................................................................................................66 Yoga for the Immune System............................................................................................64 Yoga for Winter Blues...........................................................................................................64 Yogabarre Power....................................................................................................................66 Zumba Fitness.........................................................................................................................68 Zumba Step..............................................................................................................................68

BULLS/SOX ACADEMY...........................................................................52-53 EARLY CHILDHOOD ACTIVITIES

American Girl Doll Valentine’s Day..................................................................................22 Art in Science/Poetry in Motion.......................................................................................34 By-Gym-Mini............................................................................................................................19 Camp Mighty Munchkins....................................................................................................26 Camp Tiny Tots........................................................................................................................25 Dr. Suess’ Birthday Bash.......................................................................................................22 Kid Rock I...................................................................................................................................20 Kid Rock II..................................................................................................................................20 Kiddie Kollege.........................................................................................................................21 Krafty Kids Art Camp............................................................................................................24

Adult & Tot Sports & Stories...............................................................................................27 All Star Jr. Golf..........................................................................................................................28 All Star All Sports....................................................................................................................29 Flag Football............................................................................................................................29 Floor Hockey............................................................................................................................29 Jujitsu Mighty Mites..............................................................................................................30 Jr. Golf II.....................................................................................................................................28 Kidnastics..................................................................................................................................27 Lil Pint Hoops...........................................................................................................................29 LTSC Mini Soccer Academy.................................................................................................30 Nothin’ But Net.......................................................................................................................29 Parent & Tot Gymnastics......................................................................................................27 Parent & Tot Sports................................................................................................................27 Pee Wee Olympics.................................................................................................................30 Pre Karate..................................................................................................................................30 Soccer.........................................................................................................................................27 Soccer Level II..........................................................................................................................28 T-Ball...........................................................................................................................................28 T-Ball Level II............................................................................................................................28

GYMNASTICS

Beginning Tumbling.............................................................................................................42 Boys Advanced Beginner Gymnastics............................................................................42 Boys Beginner Gymnastics.................................................................................................42 Girls Beginner Gymnastics..................................................................................................43 Jr. Gymnastics I........................................................................................................................42 Jr. Gymnastics II.......................................................................................................................42 Kidnastics..................................................................................................................................43 Parent & Tot Gymnastics......................................................................................................43 Tumbling for Cheerleading................................................................................................43 Tumbling On............................................................................................................................43

LEARNING LADDERS PRESCHOOL.......................................16-18 PERFORMING ARTS

Glee/Musical Theater............................................................................................................32 Guitar..........................................................................................................................................31 Irish Step Dancing..................................................................................................................32 Little Actors Club....................................................................................................................31 Magic Class...............................................................................................................................31 Private Piano............................................................................................................................32 Willy Wonka..............................................................................................................................54

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PROGRAM LISTING SENIOR ACTIVITIES

50+ Express..............................................................................................................................69 55+ Leisure Day.......................................................................................................................70 AARP Driver Safety................................................................................................................72 Affordable Care Act 101.......................................................................................................72 Breakfast & Bingo...................................................................................................................71 Fit & Fab After Fifty................................................................................................................69 Medicare 101............................................................................................................................72 Retirement 101........................................................................................................................72 St. Patrick’s Day Social..........................................................................................................70 Spring Scrabbleganza..........................................................................................................71 Surprise Bridge Stakes Club...............................................................................................70 Walk for Health........................................................................................................................71

SPECIAL EVENTS

Community Garden..............................................................................................................13 Easter Egg Hunt......................................................................................................................14 Family Fun Night....................................................................................................................13 Mom & Son’s Night Out.......................................................................................................14 Park Pride!.................................................................................................................................15 Tile Wall Program...................................................................................................................15 Tween Flashlight Egg Hunt.................................................................................................13

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Camp Parent Night................................................................................................................41 Camp-A-Palooza....................................................................................................................39 Camp Mighty Munchkins....................................................................................................26 Camp Quest.............................................................................................................................40 Camp Tiny Tots........................................................................................................................25

TEEN/PRE-TEENS

Adult/Teen Jujitsu..................................................................................................................61 Adult Karate.............................................................................................................................62 Adventure Camp....................................................................................................................41 American Red Cross Babysitting......................................................................................55 Fitness Programs.............................................................................................................63-69 Game On...................................................................................................................................55 Glee/Musical Theater............................................................................................................55 Intro to Basic Jewelry Design.............................................................................................55 Rockin Lockin..........................................................................................................................54 Teen Clay Camp......................................................................................................................55 Tween Flashlight Egg Hunt.................................................................................................54 Vegetarian Cooking for Teens...........................................................................................55 Willy Wonka..............................................................................................................................54

TRIPS

Chocolate Fest.........................................................................................................................60 Mr. Lincoln’s Hometown by Train.....................................................................................60 Paint What Your Heart Desires..........................................................................................60

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Fashion & Flight......................................................................................................................34 Girlfriends-Peace, Love & Happiness..............................................................................33 Girls Night Out-Winter Blues Spa Night.........................................................................33 Green Screen Adventures...................................................................................................38 Kids Cooking Creations........................................................................................................35 Mining & Crafting...................................................................................................................36 Mom/Daughter-BFF Jewelry Night.................................................................................33 Puzzles for Brainiacks...........................................................................................................34 Rock & Roll Robotics.............................................................................................................38 Simply Sewing.........................................................................................................................36 Sports Spectacular................................................................................................................36

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Archery.......................................................................................................................................44 Bulls Ballhandling Camp......................................................................................................47 Bulls Fundamentals Camp..................................................................................................46 Bulls Shooting Camp............................................................................................................47 Bulls Post/Guard Camp........................................................................................................47 Bulls/Sox President’s Day Combo Camp.......................................................................50 Bulls/Sox Spring Break Combo Camp............................................................................50 Flag Football............................................................................................................................45 Jujitsu.........................................................................................................................................51 Junior Golf Lessons................................................................................................................44 Junior Tennis............................................................................................................................45 Karate..........................................................................................................................................51 Kids First Badminton.............................................................................................................45 Kids First Baseball..................................................................................................................45 Kids First Cheerleading........................................................................................................46 Kids First Track & Field..........................................................................................................46 Ponytail Softball League.....................................................................................................48 Tae Kwon Do............................................................................................................................51 White Sox 5 Tool Camp........................................................................................................50 White Sox Defense Club......................................................................................................49 White Sox Father/Son Hitting & Pitching Camps.......................................................50 White Sox Hitting Club.........................................................................................................49 White Sox Little Sluggers Fundamentals......................................................................49 White Sox Pitching Club......................................................................................................49 Youth Developmental Basketball League.....................................................................44 Youth Dodgeball....................................................................................................................45 Youth Lacrosse........................................................................................................................45 Youth Volleyball......................................................................................................................44

YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS

Jujitsu Juniors..........................................................................................................................51 Pre Karate..................................................................................................................................51 Tae Kwon Do............................................................................................................................51 Youth Karate.............................................................................................................................51

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Amusement Park Robotics.................................................................................................37 Art & Science Workshops....................................................................................................34 Building a Model Ship I/II....................................................................................................37 Camp-A-Palooza....................................................................................................................39 Camp Quest.............................................................................................................................40 Cartoon Drawing....................................................................................................................35 Chess...........................................................................................................................................37 Claymation Cinema...............................................................................................................37 Crystal Connections..............................................................................................................34 Elementary Drawing.............................................................................................................36

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10 RENTAL INFORMATION Have your next event at the Park District of La Grange! We have rooms to accommodate any size group. We have an indoor playground, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and an inflatable fun jump with a slide, obstacle course, and basketball hoops. There are plenty of affordable activities to keep your guests entertained!

If you require a refrigerator, sink, and microwave, rooms 105 and 106 are perfect for your party! These rooms are connected to the indoor playground and are located adjacent to the inflatable fun jump. Room 108 is also near the indoor playground and the fun jump and has a refrigerator. All other rooms have no kitchen amenities, but renters may bring in coolers, food warmers, sterno, or crock pots to accommodate their needs. You may rent access to the indoor playground and fun jump no matter which room your party is in!

Our newly remodeled DeSitter room is perfect for large parties of up to 175 people. The DeSitter room is ideal for showers, baptisms, birthdays, anniversaries, or graduations. Hook your iPod up to our sound system or hire your favorite DJ, and dance the night away! Utilize our full kitchen and convenient pop and ice bar at an affordable rate. Feel free to bring in your favorite food! We do not have any restrictions on caterers. If you seek a quiet place for your next seminar, you can also rent the DeSitter Room which is equipped with a screen and projector.

Please visit our website at www.pdlg.org for more information on booking details. You may also contact Katie Walsh at (708) 352-1762 or katiewalsh@pdlg.org to check availability. Please note we do not hold rooms or accept reservations over the phone or via fax or email.

Reservations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Thank you!

ROOM RENTALS

If your party is for less than 100 people, we have a variety of rooms to suit your needs! In addition to party rooms, which are adjacent to the indoor playground, we also have rooms that can be rented for small meetings. For children’s birthday parties you can also have exclusive use of our indoor playground. The rates listed below are for residents and non-resident rentals.

PARTY ROOM 105/PARTY ROOM 106

FUN JUMP

Near playground (fee per room, double for both) Res. $30/hr Non-res. $38/hr Each room holds a max of 25 people. Can be opened to one large room for 50 people.

The inflatable fun jump has a slide, basketball hoops, and an obstacle course. $50/hr (2 hr minimum and 4 hr maximum)

ROOM 108/ROOM 109 (fee per room, double for both) Res. $30/hr Non-res. $38/hr Each room holds a max of 50 people. Can be opened to one large room for 100 people.

Weeknights after 9pm, Saturday after 6pm, Sunday after 5pm Extra $15/hr

Room 112 (Room holds maximum of 45 people) Res. $30/hr

Non-res. $38/hr

CONFERENCE ROOM 101 OR ROOM 102 (fee per room) Res. $20/hr Non-res. $25/hr Room 102 holds a max of 20 people and Conference Room 101 max is 10 people.

INDOOR PLAYGROUND ACCESS

NON-EXCLUSIVE DURING ROOM RENTAL $20 flat fee/resident $25 flat fee/non-resident Indoor Playground-Exclusive Use $150/hr resident & non-resident

AFTER HOURS RENTALS

DeSITTER ROOM RENTAL RATES

Resident ...................................................$ 80 per hour Non-Resident .........................................$ 95 per hour Kitchen Rental .......................................$ 15 per event Alcohol Permit .......................................$150 per event (Beer, Wine Products only - Renter supplies own alcohol) After Hours..............................................$ 15 per hour extra

RENTAL POLICY

All rentals are for a minimum of two hours. A minimum $100 security deposit is required at the time of booking.

All events must be paid in full at least 14 days before the event. Please call for rates and additional information.

After hour rates apply to all Sunday rentals in June, July and August. Summer rentals must be a minimum of three hours.

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Our gymnasium features wood floors and three full high school size basketball courts. Each court can be divided into a half court using our suspended curtains. In addition to basketball, the gym can also accommodate 4 full volleyball courts. Rentals of the gymnasium are available when the Park District is not conducting a program of its own on the courts. For party rentals, court rental hours must fall within the room rental hours.

RENTAL POLICY

All rental requests must be made in person at the Park District offices located at 536 East Avenue during normal business hours. A non-refundable $100 deposit is required at the time of booking.

RENTAL RATES per court

Half-Court Rental Resident ...............................................$40 per hour Non-Resident .....................................$50 per hour Full Court Rental Resident ...............................................$70 per hour Non-Resident .....................................$88 per hour Volleyball Court Rental Resident ...............................................$60 per hour Non-Resident .....................................$75 per hour

All participants must have a photo ID with address or a Park District ID to participate in open gym. Park District ID’s are available at the front desk free of charge. Basketballs available ONLY with Park District ID.

NO ADMITTANCE WITHOUT ID! The Park District of La Grange is offering yearly user passes. The cards are valid for one year from date of issue and are available for individuals or families. A daily rate is also available for those wishing to use the facility without purchasing a yearly pass. ID cards will be issued for each individual and will be swiped upon entering the facility. Please bring proof of residency when registering for a user card. Individual passes include free use of the track for one year and 24 free admissions to basketball open gym during open gym hours. Free open gym visits expire in one year and are not transferable. Please check our monthly calendar for specified open gym times. Family passes include the above for each family member living at the household address, free admission to the indoor playground for children in the household and 24 free visits per child ages 1-5 for Toddler Playtime Gym. One nanny may be added to the family pass for a $2 fee (nanny pass does not include free open gym admission).

RECREATION CENTER USAGE FEES

Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee Neighborhood Network Daily Running Track ........................... $3 per person................................................. $5 per person..................................................$5 per person Daily Playground **............................ $3 per child (3-12 Years)............................. $5 per child (3-12 Years)..............................$5 per person (3-12 Years)

Free (under 3 Years)...................................... $2 per child (1 & 2 Years).............................$2 per child (1 & 2 Years) Individual Yearly .................................. $25 per year (16 & Older)........................... $38 per year (16 & Older)............................$28 per year (16 & Older) Family Yearly ......................................... $45 per year.................................................... $68 per year.....................................................$50 per year Senior Yearly ......................................... $22 per year (55 & Older)........................... $34 per year (55 & Older)............................$25 per year (55 & Older) Student Yearly*..................................... $22 per year.................................................... $34 per year.....................................................$25 per year *Valid high school or college ID required. **NEW - Pay just $2 more and enjoy toddler playtime gym too!

WALKING TRACK

INDOOR PLAYGROUND

Hours subject to change.

Hours subject to change.

No strollers are allowed on the track - Please walk at your own risk.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, no supervision provided.

Monday - Friday .................................. 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday ................................................. 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Sunday .................................................... 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• For your safety, track hours may be restricted during Park District activities in the gym.

• Track may close occasionally for certain programs.

• Track closed 1/17 & 2/7.

Monday - Friday................................... 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday.................................................. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunday..................................................... 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Playground may close occasionally for private rentals or cleaning.

All hours & fees are subject to change without notice.

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12 OPEN GYM OPEN GYM POLICIES PARK DISTRICT ID

All open gym participants are required to show a Park District ID or stateissued photo ID at check-in. This includes residents and non-residents of all ages. Park District ID’s are available for free and are valid for a 3-year period. Lost card replacements cost $5. Daily admission fees apply.

How can I get a FREE Park District ID? • Complete an ID card registration form (available at the Rec Center or online at www.pdlg.org-home page bottom left) • Minors under age 18­—have your parent/guardian complete & sign an ID form • Show proof of address/identity with state-issued photo ID at the Rec Center, 536 East Avenue, La Grange • PDLG staff will take you picture and print you ID card • Patrons with a current yearly membership do not need a new ID card

PARK BASKETBALLS/VOLLEYBALLS

Only patrons presenting a valid Park District ID may check out a Park District basketball/volleyball.

COURTS/NETS/DIVIDERS

For a Volleyball net to be put up there MUST be a minimum of 8 participants present. Curtains can be lowered to divide the courts. Park District staff has a key to lower the nets and is the only person authorized to do so. The nets are to be used as a backdrop. No participant is permitted to throw directly into the net. No one is allowed to lift a net to go underneath or hang on a net during the raising or lowering. This activity throws the cables off their track. NO DUNKING during open gym. Basketball hoops will not be lowered for open gym or private rentals.

PICK UP GAMES

Games can be played cross-court only. All players must sign in on the list to get a team together to play a game. If a participant plays in a game and they are on the list their names moves to the bottom of the list.

The name on the list is considered the team captain and he picks his five-player team. If your name is called and you are not present you will lose your spot and the next person on the list will take your spot. The first two names on the list will play the first game and it shall be up to 15 points, all other games will be to 12 and teams must win by 2 points with a 16-point cap. Winner of the game stays on the court. If the winning team leaves the court the next two names will play that game.

CLOTHING

There is to be no head-gear worn in the gym during open gym hours, no bandanas, baseball caps, sweat bands, skullcaps, etc. (All headgear

must be removed prior to entering the gymnasium) Participants are required to wear gym shoes while participating in open gym activities.

Open Gym participants must wear non-marking shoes on the gym floor. Participants wearing shoes that cause damage to the floor will be asked to change into non-marking shoes. Dark soled gym shoes (black, gray, red) damage the gym floor. The Park District reserves the right to refuse any participant whose shoes may damage the gym floor. The following shoes are not permitted to be worn by participants: sandals, cleats or spikes, boots, dress shoes or others deemed inappropriate for athletic activity. Jewelry-The wearing of jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc.) in the gymnasium is strongly discouraged.

SPITTING

Spitting is not allowed, please use garbage receptacles if necessary.

FOOD

NO food or drink allowed in the gymnasium. Beverages are allowed in the social area ONLY. Please dispose of empty bottles and wrappers in the garbage receptacles. NO GUM in the gym. Please dispose of gum in receptacles prior to entering the gymnasium.

ALCOHOL, DRUGS, TOBACCO

No one will be allowed to be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs during open gym hours. Violators will be asked to leave the facility immediately and may have their Park District privileges suspended or revoked. No chewing tobacco or smoking is allowed in any Park District Facility.

LOSS OF PERSONAL PROPERTY

The Park District of LaGrange is not responsible for the loss of participants clothing, equipment or valuables.

MUSIC/HEADPHONES

No head-phones will be allowed during open gym activities.

SPORTSMANSHIP/LANGUAGE/RESPECT

Any participants engaging in a fight or other act of poor sportsmanship (unsportsmanship acts, unaccepted language, etc.) will, without refund, be removed from the Recreation Center for a period of time set by the Recreation Supervisor. Any participants using inappropriate language (NO SWEARING) or showing disrespect towards other participants or Park District Staff will, without refund, be removed from the Recreation Center for a period of time set by the Recreation Supervisor.

TRACK

Track for walkers/runners only. No personal belongings or sitting allowed on track.

OPEN GYM PUNCH PASS

Tired of carrying money with you to participate in open gym? We have the solution for you. The Park District is offering a punch pass for open gyms. Pay up front and just bring your pass to open gym. We are offering 10 passes for your convenience. All open gym participants must follow the open gym policies. Open gym participants must have a Park District ID or valid drivers license or state ID to participate in open gym.

Age 10 Pass 5-13 yrs.....................................$12/R, $24/NR 14 yrs & older.........................$22/R, $39/NR

Basketballs available ONLY with a Park District ID!

DAILY OPEN GYM FEES:

Age Fees 5-13 yrs.......... $2/R, $4/NR 14-18 yrs........ $4/R, $6/NR 19 & up.......... $5/R, $7/NR

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Sign up for your 2015 garden plot today! Registration begins Dec. 6.

TWEEN FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT (TS)

Friday, March 27 • 8-8:45 pm

Friday, Feb. 20 • 6-8:30 pm

Come down to the Park District for our 7th Annual Family Fun Night! There will be tons to do! Everything from dodgeball, basketball, hockey shot, crafts, 3-in-1 fun jump, playground and much more! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up early and save!!! Early bird rate ends February 19th. Fee is per child. Adults are free.

Age:....................All Ages Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........60/300 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$3/R, $3/NR, $3/NN Early Bird Rate Until 2/19

$5/R, $5/NR, $5/NN On 2/20 Day:.....................Friday

It’s that time of the year, so paint those eggs, keep an eye out for the bunny and…… grab a flashlight??? That’s right! Come join us for the 5th Annual Tween Flashlight Egg Hunt at Sedgwick Park! Bring your flashlight and baskets and get ready for a great night looking for eggs filled with candy and tickets that represent prizes too big to fit in an egg. Must be accompanied by a parent.Early bird rate ends 3/26. Incase of inclement weather event will be held at Rec Center.

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COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS

If you like to garden or would like to try out your green thumb but you don’t have enough space at home, then our Community Garden plots at Denning Park are just what you need. The plots are for residents of La Grange and Countryside only.

Plot sizes are 4x8 feet and the fee is $50 per plot.

They are garden ready, filled with rich gardening soil. The concept for the Community Garden is Victory Garden. This means food crops only, such as herbs, vegetables, fruits and leafy greens. In case of an over harvest, leftovers will be donated to local food pantries. Forms are available at the Recreation Center at the front desk. Register early, first come first served until the 30 plots (4 handicap accessible) are filled. So come pick your perfect plot today and plant away. For more information please call Claudia Galla (708) 352-1762.

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Age:....................9-14 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........20/100 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$3/R, $3/NR, $3/NN early bird rate until 3/26

$5/R, $5/NR, $5/NN on 3/27 Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

132624-01 3/27

8:00P-8:45P

CODE DATES TIME

144005-01 2/20

6:00P-8:30P

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Friday, April 10 • 7:30-10 pm

EASTER EGG HUNT (DF)

Saturday, March 28

Grab your friends and join us for a fun night. Fee includes open gym, DJ, dodgeball, a slice of pizza, one can of pop, and more.

Waiver must be signed by parent for each participant. Parents will need to come in at the end of the night to sign out the child (children) they are picking up. Registration deadline is April 3rd.

Co-op WS & LP Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........14/34 Per Agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$20/R, $20/NR, $20/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

142530-01 4/10

7:30P-10:00P

MOM & SON’S NIGHT OUT (TS)

Kids, grab your baskets and hop on over to our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Easter eggs will be spread all over and a golden ticket will be hidden amongst them! Each age group will have a designated area. The egg hunt schedule will be; 3 year olds and under: 10 a.m. / 4-5 year olds: 10:10 a.m. / 6-8 year olds: 10:20 a.m.

Come early for your pictures with the Easter Bunny! The Easter Bunny will be on location for pictures from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Please bring your own camera for pictures! Rain location: Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue.

Friday, April 24 • 6-8 pm

Age:....................Whole Family Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fee:.....................FREE Date:...................March 28 Day:.....................Saturday Time: .................Pictures with the Easter Bunny begin at: 9:30 a.m.

First Hunt (3 year olds & under): 10:00 a.m.

Age:....................5-10 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........10/25 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$47/R, $61/NR, $54/NN Day:.....................Friday

Come to the Rec Center and enjoy a fantastic night out with your special little guy! We will be playing a variety of sports and games, complete with pizza and dancing. Each couple will receive a souvenir photograph to commemorate the night! Please list both mother and son’s name on the registration form. Each additional child is $20. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Registration deadline is April 17. Co-op WS

CODE DATES TIME

144518-01 4/24

6:00P-8:00P

WHY ARE THERE INITIALS NEXT TO THE PROGRAMS?

LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

OTHER SYMBOLS:

- Parent/Child Program | - Cooperative Program - Childcare Offered During This Program - New Class

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TILE WALL PROGRAM (DF)

Take home tile deadline: Saturday, May 23 Create your tile on your own time. Drop in to the Recreation Center located at 536 East Avenue, and we will supply you with the proper size paper. Then create your tile and turn it in to us!

For more information or questions please contact Diana Faught at (708) 352-1762 or dianafaught@pdlg.org.

PARK PRIDE! (DF)

Saturday, May 16

Park Pride is a village-wide volunteer service day dedicated to beautifying our parks and outdoor spaces. Residents donate one morning of their time to help improve our community! Gardens are weeded and planted, trees mulched, small branches picked up, walkways swept and litter collected. Special projects are also planned for each location.

Work sites can also be assigned at the time of registration. Registrations will be taken at the Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue.

Maps, bags, some gloves and tools are also provided. We encourage volunteers to also bring their own tools such as rakes, shovels for mulching and hand tools for weeding if at all possible. Please label your tools if you bring them.

Age:....................All Ages Fees:...................$15 per tile Day:.....................Create at home!

CODE DATES

144009-03

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The money raised from this project will go toward helping our preschool program grow! Help us improve education in our community!

We are selling individual 6-inch tiles for $15. Additional products displaying your masterpiece will also be available for purchase.

The tile wall is located next to our indoor playground at the Recreation Center. Personal art creations are preferred, but photos are also accepted.

The theme for our wall is “Your Fun Destination!� We want to see what YOUR fun destination is! Your artwork should display a place where you enjoy being active and having fun!

REGISTRATION: Registration includes the completion of a waiver for participation. Groups are encouraged to pre-register. To pre-register your large group please email Diana Faught at dianafaught@pdlg.org.

A parent or guardian must sign a waiver for each minor who chooses to participate.

You can also register the day of the event at the Recreation Center beginning at 8:30 a.m. or pick up a registration form in the lobby of the Recreation Center or download the registration form from our website, www.pdlg.org.

Age: ...................All Volunteers Date: ..................May 16th Day: ....................Saturday Time: .................Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at

Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue

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16 LEARNING LADDERS PRESCHOOL (DF) Our primary goal at Learning Ladders Preschool is that children

learn through socialization and play based activities. Our secondary goal is that children are exposed to reading readiness skills, the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and colors.

You will receive a handbook and payment schedule at the time of registration. Learning Ladders meets from September 8, 2015 through May 13, 2016.

A non-refundable $75 deposit is required at registration. Please note: The tuition fee will be made in 4 installments over the course of the preschool year. A late fee of $5.00 will apply for each day past the due date.

Learning Ladders Preschool classes are offered at three locations: the Gilbert Park Building located at 41st Street and Gilbert Avenue, Sedgwick Park Building located at 10th Avenue & 48th Street and the Recreation Center located at 536 East Avenue.

REGISTRATION

Where: Recreation Center located at 536 East Avenue When: Resident registration will begin Monday, February 2, 2015 at 8 a.m.

Non-Resident registration will begin on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 8 a.m.

A non-refundable $75 deposit is required at registration. Registration continues until a class has reached its maximum enrollment. If a class has not reached the minimum by Friday, August 22nd, 2014 it will be cancelled.

PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY

Learning Ladders is a recreation program that has been designed to meet the physical, social, intellectual, and creative needs of children ages 2 1/2 to 5. It is based on the premise that children learn through play. Play serves as a “child’s work”, a time when new discoveries and friendships are made. Through play, children learn to communicate with words, express feelings, explore, create, problem solve, make decisions, and much more.

In addition to creative free play there will be a balance of teacher directed group activities as well. Introduction and exposure to letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and other beginning concepts occurs. Our teaching staff creates and implements lesson plans based on Illinois Early Learning Standards.

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GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Our primary goal at Learning Ladders is that children learn through socialization and play based activities. Our secondary goal is that children are exposed to reading readiness skills, ABCs, 123s, shapes and colors.

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Develop a sense of security in group situations.

Develop respect for others.

Establish routines, patterns and sharing behavior.

Learn problem-solving skills.

Learn correct use, respect and responsibility for materials and equipment.

• Explore the surrounding environment.

• Provide a fun, happy and safe environment for all participants.

We have a variety of play areas and materials to help us accomplish these objectives. A child’s first social experience should be positive and enjoyable. Our Learning Ladders Preschool is a happy and safe place for these first experiences to begin. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the program at any time, please contact Diana Faught, Early Childhood Supervisor, at (708) 352-1762.

LEARNING LADDERS OPEN HOUSES

Gilbert Park Building, 41st Street & Gilbert Avenue

Beginner Brown Bears (2 ½-3), Beginner Black Bears (2 ½-3), Middle Monkeys (3-4) and Tall Tigers (4-5)

Sedgwick Park Building, 10th Avenue & 48th Street Little Lions (2 ½-3), Leaping Lizards (3-4) and Eager Eagles (4-5)

Recreation Center, 536 East Avenue Playful Penguins (3-4)

The open house is a great opportunity to meet the teachers, view the facility, and see what we have to offer your child! If you are considering enrolling your child in the program for the 2015-2016 school year, this is your chance to see what we are all about!

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Wednesday, January 14 • 6:00-7:00 p.m. and Saturday, January 17 • 10:00-11:00 a.m.

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18 Classes at Gilbert Park Building:

Classes at Sedgwick Park Building:

Beginner Brown Bears

Little Lions

Ages:....................... 2 ½ to 3 years Instructor:............. Cathy Bresley Code:...................... 481201-01 Mon. & Wed:........ 9-11 am Min/Max:............... 6/12 Fee:.......................... $746R/$1,118NR/$821NN

Ages:..................2 ½ to 3 years Instructor:........Terri Bogart Code..................481201-03 Tue. & Thu:.......9-11 am Min/Max:..........6/12 Fee:.....................$746R/$1,118NR/$821NN

Beginner Black Bears

Leaping Lizards

Ages:................................2 ½ to 3 years Instructor:......................Cathy Bresley Code:................................481201-02 Tue. & Thu:.....................9-11 am Min/Max:........................6/12 Fee:...................................$746R/$1,118NR/$821NN

Ages:................................3 to 4 years Instructor:......................Terri Bogart Code:................................481201-06 Mon., Wed. & Fri:.........9-11:30 am Min/Max:........................6/12 Fee:...................................$1,285R/$1,903NR/$1,414NN

Middle Monkeys

Eager Eagles

Ages:...................3 to 4 years Instructor:.........Chris Sroka Code...................481201-04 Tue. & Thu:........12:15-2:45 pm Min/Max:...........6/12 Fee:......................$935R/$1,381NR/$1,029NN

Ages:................................4 to 5 years Instructor:......................Cathy Bresley Code:...............................481201-07 Mon., Wed. & Fri:.........12:15-2:45pm Min/Max:........................6/12 Fee:...................................$1,285R/$1,903NR/ $1,414NN

Tall Tigers Ages:................................4 to 5 years Instructor:......................Chris Sroka Code:................................481201-05 Mon., Wed. & Fri:.........12:15-2:45 pm Min/Max:........................6/12 Fee:...................................$1,285R/$1,903NR/$1,414NN

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Class at the Recreation Center: Playful Penguins Ages:................................3 to 4 years Instructor:......................Traci Weyer Code:................................481201-08 Mon., Wed. & Fri:.........9-11:30 am Min/Max:........................6/12 Fee:...................................$1,285R/$1,903NR/$1,414NN

“The teachers are great! My daughter loves them. They are nurturing & truly care about each student. The project & curriculum they created are great. My daughter looks at the calendar every school day to find out what she will learn about.”

– Anonymous, Participant Feedback Survey www.pdlg.org

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS • Children must be the correct age by the first day the program meets, unless otherwise specified. In order to provide your child with the best possible recreational and/or learning experience, all of our programs are planned according to the ages listed in our brochure.

• Classes are for child attending only, except for classes with an adult. Parents should not remain in the classroom or gymnasium after dropping off their child. This is in the child’s best interest, as continual interruptions tend to affect participant’s attention span and inhibit the establishment of peer relationships.

• Please do not bring food to any class, unless previously arranged.

• For your children’s safety, all children enrolled in preschool age programs must be picked up from the specific classroom or program site by their parents or designated guardian. No child will be released from the classroom to anyone other than these individuals.

• A mandatory sign in and sign out procedure for all participants is required for all Park District programs.

Note: the park district staff does not change diapers, the parents will be contacted in the case of an accident.

BY-GYM-MINI (DF)

BIG FUN FOR YOU AND YOUR TODDLER! Mom, Dad, or babysitter join in for the morning’s activities. A low-key structure allows plenty of free time for exploration and adventure on the climbing bridge, slides, tunnels, mini trampoline, and bikes. A short circle time includes songs, finger plays, games, parachute play or hula-hoops. This is an excellent class for improving large motor skills while using the equipment and developing social and group interaction during circle time. Co-op WS. Age:....................16 months - 3 years Instructor:.........Claudia Becker Min/Max:...........5/10 per agency Location:...........Grand Avenue Community Center Fees:...................$46/R, $57/NR, $51/NN Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

131501-01 131501-02 131501-03 131501-04 131501-05 131501-06

16-24 months 16-24 months 16-24 months 2-3 years 2-3 years 2-3 years

1/7-2/18 2/25-4/15 4/22-6/3 1/7-2/18 2/25-4/15 4/22-6/3

Class Will Not Meet On: 4/1

9:00A-10:00A 9:00A-10:00A 9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-11:00A 10:00A-11:00A 10:00A-11:00A

TODDLER PLAYTIME GYM (DF)

Looking for a place for your toddler to play, explore, and socialize? If so, then we have the perfect activity for you! During Toddler Playtime Gym one court is set up with scooters, tunnels, and other games to help your toddler develop their gross motor skills. *This activity is unsupervised, no instructor will be provided and a parent must accompany his or her child. Toddler Playtime Gym is a pay as you participate program, which means you’re not required to attend every week. Prices listed below are for each time you participate. This activity is included as part of the family yearly pass! NEW- Enjoy Toddler Playtime Gym and the indoor playground for one low fee! Pay for the playground and add Toddler Gym for only $2 more.

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Age:..............................................1-5 years Location:.....................................Recreation Center Fees:.............................................$3/R, $4/NR, $4/NN Playground Combo Fees......$3/R, $4/NR, $4/NN (1-2 years)

$5/R, $7/NR, $7/NN (3-5 years) Day:...............................................Tuesday, Thursday and Friday DATES TIME

1/6-5/29 10:00A-12:00P

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KID ROCK II (DF)

TOT ROCK (DF)

Sing, dance and play! Tot Rock is a unique combination of music and movement, sensory stimulation and socialization. Tot Rock provides structured and unstructured time for tots to improve fine motor skills and coordination, and work on newly-acquired gross motor skills. Activities involve a variety of manipulatives, including maracas, tambourines, bean bags, bubbles, parachute play and much more! New curriculum presented each session.

Wiggle and giggle to the Tot Rock beat! www.rockitkids.com Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................1-2 years Instructor:.........Rock It Productions Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

151510-01 1/20-3/10 5:15P-5:55P 151510-02 4/7-5/26 5:15P-5:55P

KID ROCK I (DF)

Kids go crazy for Kid Rock! Kid Rock is a multi-faceted music and movement program that focuses on song and dance, rhythm and rhyme, imaginative play, fine and gross motor skills, and following directions. Instruments and props include hand bells, maracas, tambourines, scarves, bean bags, parachute play and much more! New curriculum presented each session. Parents participate in Kid Rock I; Kid Rock II is without parent participation. At Kid Rock, it’s always a musical day! www.rockitkids.com.

Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................20-36 months Instructor:.........Rock It Productions Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

151511-01 1/20-3/10 6:00P-6:40P 151511-02 4/7-5/26 6:00P-6:40P

Made with recycled paper.

Kids go crazy for Kid Rock! Kid Rock is a multi-faceted music and movement program that focuses on song and dance, rhythm and rhyme, imaginative play, fine and gross motor skills, and following directions. Instruments and props include hand bells, maracas, tambourines, scarves, bean bags, parachute play and much more! New curriculum presented each session. Parents participate in Kid Rock I; Kid Rock II is without parent participation. At Kid Rock, it’s always a musical day! www.rockitkids.com.

Co-op with LP. Age:....................3-4 years Instructor:.........Rock It Productions Min/Max:...........3/6 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

151512-01 1/20-3/10 6:45P-7:25P 151512-02 4/7-5/26 6:45P-7:25P

MUSCLES IN MOTION (DF)

Let’s get moving together! Dancing, hopping and skipping our way to fun! We will get our muscles in motion. Different gross motor equipment will be utilized each week we meet.

Age:....................2-3 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$41/R, $53/NR, $45/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

131086-01 1/15-2/19 10:30A-11:45A 131086-02 2/26-4/9 10:30A-11:45A 131086-03 4/16-5/21 10:30A-11:45A Class Will Not Meet On: 4/2

LITTLE BUILDERS (DF)

Come learn, discover and play with DUPLO® bricks and LEGO ® bricks! In this session children will build a simple model of a different farm animal each week, practicing essential preschool skills including letter recognition, colors, counting, fine motor skill, and position and ordering. Introduce your preschoolers to the fun of learning, building and playing the Bricks 4 Kidz® way!

Co-op with LP. Age:....................3-5 years Instructor:.........Bricks 4 Kidz Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$75/R, $98/NR, $83/NN Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

131582-01 1/26-3/2 10:00A-10:45A 131582-02 4/6-5/11 10:00A-10:45A

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KIDDIE KOLLEGE (DF)

– Anonymous, Participant Feedback Survey

WEE CHEFS (DF)

Take a cup of learning, mix it with an ounce of lovable children and BAM you have a fun filled program. Your child will enjoy mixing, measuring, and creating their very own snacks. Each child will receive a booklet including all of the recipes covered in class. We encourage them to pass these wonderful recipes on for their family’s enjoyment! When registering, please inform of any allergies your child may have. Each session covers new, exciting recipes! Co-op with CS. Age:....................3-5 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

131014-01 1/13-2/17 1:30P-2:45P 131014-02 2/24-4/7 1:30P-2:45P 131014-03 4/14-5/19 1:30P-2:45P Class Will Not Meet On: 3/31

MOM’S TIME OUT! (DF)

Calling all Mom’s! Are you looking for a break during the morning? If so, sign up your little one for our Mom’s Time Out! program. Kids will socialize and work on cooperative play all while creating fun projects to take home at the end of each class.

Age:....................3-4 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$41/R, $53/NR, $45/NN Day:.....................Tuesday

Age:....................2-3 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$60/R, $78/NR, $66/NN Day: ....................Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

131021-01 1/12-2/18 12:00P-1:15P 131021-02 2/23-4/8 12:00P-1:15P 131021-03 4/13-5/20 12:00P-1:15P 131021-04 1/13-2/19 9:00A-10:15A 131021-05 2/24-4/9 9:00A-10:15A 131021-06 4/14-5/21 9:00A-10:15A 131021-07 1/13-2/19 12:00P-1:15P 131021-08 2/24-4/9 12:00P-1:15P 131021-09 4/14-5/21 12:00P-1:15P

Mon/Wed Mon/Wed Mon/Wed Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs

Class Will Not Meet On: 3/30, 3/31, 4/1 and 4/2

SOCIAL SUPERSTARS (DF)

Come join us for a fun and engaging social play group focused on sensory play, transitioning, impulse control, and making new friends. This class is best suited for children who enjoy playing with others, while learning new social problem solving skills and participating in sensory play. Activities include learning how to play games with others, taking turns, working together, self-regulation, waiting, and having fun with friends. This class is perfect for the pre-K child! Instructed by: Krista Murphy, M.S., OTR/L Occupational Therapist and Kari Gough, LCSW, Child and Family Therapist. Co-op with WS.

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“Kiddie Kollege is great for kids who have been raised at home to socialize and get accustomed to a school setting.”

Moms and Dads, preschool is right around the corner! Is your little one ready for that exciting step? This class is a great prep for preschool. We will provide a variety of activities that will initiate socialization, classroom etiquette, as well as being exposed to numbers, letters, and shapes. This class is for the child only, but if a parent is unsure about how their child will adapt, they are more than welcome to sit in the social area during class time.

Age:....................4-5 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$130/R, $169/NR, $143/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

131082-01 1/6-2/17 2:00P-3:00P

CODE DATES TIME

131085-01 1/13-2/17 10:30A-11:45A 131085-02 2/24-4/7 10:30A-11:45A 131085-03 4/14-5/19 10:30A-11:45A Class Will Not Meet On: 3/31

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AMERICAN GIRL DOLL VALENTINE’S DAY (DF)

PAINTING PARTY (DF)

We’re having a party and you’re invited! Sign up for this special event with your child and make memories and art that will last forever. During this program you will create special art works with your child. Each child will receive a snack and drink during the program. Please inform us of any food allergies at the time of registration.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$12/R, $16/NR, $13/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

Age:....................3-10 years Instructor:.........Ultimate Classes & Parties Min/Max:...........3/7 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$33/R, $43/NR, $36/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

131521-01 2/12

CODE DATES TIME

131084-01 2/11

Come to this unique Valentine’s class and bring along your American Girl Doll or any other similar sized doll. Enjoy decorating a special two piece holiday outfit, adorable pink, red and white jewelry. Then take a trip to the beauty shop where we will add colorful clips and ribbons to your doll’s hair just in time for Valentine’s Day. Your favorite doll will look simply adorable!

Please note, 3-5 year olds must be accompanied by a parent.

Co-op WS.

6:00P-7:00P

6:15P-7:15P

DR. SUESS’ BIRTHDAY BASH (DF)

MY PET HORSE (DF)

A horse is a horse, of course of course, and now your child can own one. In this class each child will start off by stuffing an adorable 15” horse and will receive a star to make a wish along with a birth certificate. This class wouldn’t be complete without creating a rhinestone collar for your new pet. Be the first of your friends to own your very own pet horse. Co-op with WS. Age:....................2-6 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........3/7 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$33/R, $43/NR, $36/NN Day:.....................Thursday

Let’s celebrate! From The Cat in the Hat to Horton Hears a Who we will share our favorite books and have a party to celebrate Dr. Suess’ Birthday! This is a party not to be missed!

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$14/R, $18/NR, $15/NN Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

131087-01 3/2

3:30P-4:45P

CODE DATES TIME

131083-01 4/16

6:00P-6:45P

WHY ARE THERE INITIALS NEXT TO THE PROGRAMS?

(LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

- Parent/Child Program |

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OTHER SYMBOLS:

- Cooperative Program |

- Childcare Offered During This Program |

- New Class

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MASTERPIECES FOR MUNCHKINS (DF)

Not only will your child learn about the great masters of art, they’ll also get cozy with the illustrators of renowned children’s literature. We’ll dabble with the styles and techniques of artists through the ages. Some free playtime will allow small group instruction. Snack will be served (parent’s donation). Co-op WS. Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Claudia Becker Min/Max:...........3/6 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$82/R, $107/NR, $90/NN Day:.....................Monday

LUCKY LEPRECHAUNS (DF)

Come out to the park district to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and become a lucky leprechaun! During this afternoon event we will make a creative St. Patrick’s Day craft and play games! We may even find a pot of gold! Remember to wear green! A snack and drink is included. Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........3/5 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$14/R, $18/NR, $15/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

161020-01 3/17

4:00P-5:15P

CODE DATES TIME

131523-01 1/5-2/16 1:00P-3:00P 131523-02 2/23-4/13 1:00P-3:00P 131523-03 4/20-6/1 1:00P-3:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 3/30

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School’s I’m

OUT IN! SPRING BREAK ESCAPE (DF)

KRAFTY KIDS ART CAMP (DF)

No need to spend another Spring Break sitting at home watching TV. Let us entertain you! Our Spring Break Escape will be filled with a variety of games, activities, and sports. Escapers will be required to wear play clothes and bring a water bottle to each class. Sign up to stay for lunch and we’ll keep your little ones entertained from 9 am - 3pm! Co-op with WS & LP.

Looking for something fun to do during Spring Break? Let us help! This 2-day art camp will get your creative ideas flowing!

We will be making a variety of crafts with paint, glitter and much more, so be sure to dress for a mess! Sign up to stay for lunch and we’ll keep your little ones entertained from 9 am - 3pm!

Co-op with WS & LP.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........3/5 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees....................$51/R, $66/NR, $56/NN

$12/R, $12/NR, $12/NN* – Session 3

Lunch supervision Day:.....................Monday, Wednesday & Friday

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........3/5 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$37/R, $48/NR, $41/NN

$12/R, $12/NR, $12/NN* - Session 3

Lunch Supervision Day:.....................Tuesday & Thursday

CODE DATES TIME

CODE DATES TIME

171000-01 3/30-4/3 9:00A-11:30A 171000-02 3/30-4/3 12:30P-3:00P 171000-03* 3/30-4/3* 11:30A-12:30P*

171504-01 3/31-4/2 9:00A-11:30A 171504-02 3/31-4/2 12:30P-3:00P 171504-03* 3/31-4/2* 11:30A-12:30P*

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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FEE

Early Bird Registration begins on February 1. Register in February or March for any half day or full day camp and receive 10% off the fee. Fee must be paid in full at the time of registration to receive the early bird discount. Full day camps: Discount does not apply to before or after care and cannot be combined with the second child discount.

Registration begins Feb. 1

CAMP TINY TOTS (DF)

Our Camp Tiny Tots program will surely bring a ton of fun to your children. Songs, crafts, games, nature projects, and theme days will be part of the fun! Each child will be asked one time during the program go provide a healthy snack to share with the entire class. You will receive a camp handbook at the time of registration. Children must be of age by the start of class. Camp counselor ratio is 6 to 1. Our Camp Tiny Tots program will surely bring a ton of fun to your children. Songs, crafts, games, nature projects and theme days will be part of the fun! Each child will be asked to bring a snack and drink with their name on it every day of camp. All campers will receive a t-shirt! We encourage campers to wear their camp shirts. You will receive a camp handbook at the time or registration. Children must be of age by the start of class. Registration deadline is the Thursday BEFORE each camp session begins.

There will be a $10 late fee for registrations received after Thursday.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Age:....................3-5 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........8/18 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$99/R, $130/NR, $110/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

471001-01 6/8-6/12 9:00A-11:30A 471001-02 6/15-6/19 9:00A-11:30A 471001-03 6/22-6/26 9:00A-11:30A 471001-04 6/29-7/3 9:00A-11:30A 471001-05 7/6-7/10 9:00A-11:30A 471001-06 7/13-7/17 9:00A-11:30A 471001-07 7/20-7/24 9:00A-11:30A 471001-08 7/27-7/31 9:00A-11:30A 471001-09 8/3-8/7 9:00A-11:30A

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CAMP MIGHTY MUNCHKINS BEFORE CARE (DF)

EARLY CHILDHOOD SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Held at camp site.

CAMP MIGHTY MUNCHKINS (DF)

This camp is for kids who like ADVENTURE and FUN! We have a variety of activities planned for each session of camp. Some of the activities include: art, crafts, games, music, story time, nature, drama, cooking, special “in house” field trips where different entertainment will visit camp and much more! Each child will be asked to bring a snack and drink with their name on it every day of camp. Camp counselor ratio is 6 to 1. Before and/ or after care is also available at this camp location. Registration for before and after care is separate. All campers will receive a tshirt! We encourage campers to wear their camp shirts. You will receive a camp handbook at the time or registration. Children must be of age by the start of camp. The second child, in one family household, enrolled in Camp Mighty Munchkins or Camp Quest will receive a 10% discount on regular camp hours. The same applies for the third child, etc. There are absolutely no prorates or refunds for missed days. Registration deadline is the Thursday BEFORE each camp session begins. There will be a $10 late fee for registrations received after Thursday.

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........12/18 Location:...........Gilbert Park Fees:...................$139/R, $181/NR, $153/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

471002-01 6/8-6/12 9:00A-3:00P 471002-02 6/15-6/19 9:00A-3:00P 471002-03 6/22-6/26 9:00A-3:00P 471002-04 6/29-7/3 9:00A-3:00P 471002-05 7/6-7/10 9:00A-3:00P 471002-06 7/13-7/17 9:00A-3:00P 471002-07 7/20-7/24 9:00A-3:00P 471002-08 7/27-7/31 9:00A-3:00P 471002-09 8/3-8/7 9:00A-3:00P

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........8/18 Location:...........Gilbert Park Fees:...................$13/R, $16/NR, $14/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

471003-01 6/8-6/12 7:30A-9:00A 471003-02 6/15-6/19 7:30A-9:00A 471003-03 6/22-6/26 7:30A-9:00A 471003-04 6/29-7/3 7:30A-9:00A 471003-05 7/6-7/10 7:30A-9:00A 471003-06 7/13-7/17 7:30A-9:00A 471003-07 7/20-7/24 7:30A-9:00A 471003-08 7/27-7/31 7:30A-9:00A 471003-09 8/3-8/7 7:30A-9:00A

CAMP MIGHTY MUNCHKINS AFTER CARE (DF)

Held at Camp site.

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........8/18 Location:...........Gilbert Park Fees:...................$18/R, $23/NR, $20/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

471004-01 6/8-6/12 3:00P-5:30P 471004-02 6/15-6/19 3:00P-5:30P 471004-03 6/22-6/26 3:00P-5:30P 471004-04 6/29-7/3 3:00P-5:30P 471004-05 7/6-7/10 3:00P-5:30P 471004-06 7/13-7/17 3:00P-5:30P 471004-07 7/20-7/24 3:00P-5:30P 471004-08 7/27-7/31 3:00P-5:30P 471004-09 8/3-8/7 3:00P-5:30P

MIGHTY MUNCHKINS PAYMENT OPTIONS:

If signing up for multiple sessions, the first 3 sessions for each child must be paid in full at registration. Additional weeks can be held by paying a $25 deposit for each session. The deposit will also hold your spot in before and/or after care, if required. For weeks not paid in full a credit/debit card authorization must be signed at the registration office allowing the District to charge your card for each weekly payment. Payments will be processed the Wednesday before the session start date. ** Please Note: The deposit payment option is not available online or with early bird discount registration.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FEE

Early Bird Registration begins on February 1. Register in February or March for any half day or full day camp and receive 10% off the fee. Fee must be paid in full at the time of registration to receive the early bird discount. Full day camps: Discount does not apply to before or after care and cannot be combined with the second child discount.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD ATHLETICS

PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS (KM) PARENT/TOT SPORTS (KM)

Age:....................2-3 years with parent Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

Age:....................2-3 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center, Community Center

or Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01-02)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (03) Day:.....................Monday or Saturday

DAY

114610-01 1/14-3/11 10:00A-10:45A Wed. 114610-02 4/8-5/27 10:00A-10:45A Wed. 114610-03 4/11-5/30 10:00A-10:45A Sat.

KIDNASTICS (KM)

Learn the basics of gymnastics in a safe environment with equipment scaled down to an age appropriate size. Balance beam, bar, vault, and floor equipment will be featured. Other movement and rythmic gymnastics ideas will also be included.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Saturday CODE

DATES

TIME

111609-01 1/14-3/11 11:00A-11:45A 111609-02 1/14-3/11 1:00P-1:45P 111609-03 4/8-5/27 11:00A-11:45A 111609-04 4/8-5/27 1:00P-1:45P 111609-05 4/11-5/30 10:45A-11:30A

CODE

DATES TIME

DAY LOCATION

112638-01 112638-02 112638-03

1/12-3/23 1/10-3/21 4/11-5/30

Mon. Sat. Sat.

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/21

10:45A-11:30A 9:00A-9:45A 9:00A-9:45A

Rec. Center Comm. Center Sedgwick Park

SOCCER (KM)

This program is designed to teach children the basics of soccer in a fun and exciting way. Dribbling, passing, and shooting will be covered through fun games that keep everyone moving.

This class is great for coordination and self-esteem. The main objective is to have fun!

AGE DAY

3-5 4-6 3-5 4-6 4-6

Wed. Wed Wed. Wed. Sat.

ADULT & TOT SPORTS & STORIES (KM)

Moms, dads, or any significant adult and their tots can jump into the world of literature and sports through this exciting class! Each week adults will assist with their youngsters learning processes as the children are exposed to some of the basic elements of literacy, such as letters, sounds, and rhyme as well as experience body-challenging sports like t-ball, soccer and basketball. Your child can enhance listening skills, the ability to follow directions, and overall physical development in a safe and relaxed environment - all while having fun!

Age:....................2-3 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

This program gives you and your child an opportunity to bond and have fun together while learning a variety of sports. This class is great for simple motor skills such as, catching, throwing, batting, shooting, passing and anything that involves hand-eye coordination. Parents participate with the child as we play soccer, basketball, hockey, t-ball, and many other sports.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center, Community Center

or Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01 & 03-04)

$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN (02 & 05)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (06-11) Day:.....................Monday, Thursday or Saturday CODE

DATES

TIME

DAY

AGE LOCATION

112636-01 112636-02 112636-03 112636-04 112636-05 112636-06 112636-07 112636-08 112636-09 112636-10 112636-11

1/12-3/23 1/15-2/12 1/10-3/21 1/10-3/21 2/26-3/26 4/6-5/18 4/6-5/18 4/9-5/21 4/9-5/21 4/11-5/30 4/11-5/30

1:00P-1:45P 11:15A-12:15P 9:45A-10:30A 10:30A-11:30A 11:15A-12:15P 9:45A-10:30A 5:00P-6:00P 9:00A-10:00A 6:15P-7:00P 9:45A-10:30A 10:30A-11:30A

Mon. Thur.

Sat. Sat. Thur.

Mon. Mon. Thur.

Thur.

Sat. Sat.

3-4 4-6 3-4 4-6 4-6 3-4 4-6 4-6 3-4 4-6 3-4

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/21 and 5/23

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Parents are an integral part of helping their tots participate in basic sports movement through gymnastics. Join a fun, nurturing environment, while exposing your child to a safe and challenging gymnastics experience. Gymnastics equipment in this class is downsized to benefit this age group.

Rec. Center Rec. Center Comm. Center Comm. Center Rec. Center Rec. Center Sedgwick Rec. Center Rec. Center Sedgwick Sedgwick

CODE DATES TIME

112685-01 4/8-5/27 5:30P-6:15P

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T-BALL LEVEL II (KM)

SOCCER LEVEL II (KM)

This fun and exciting step up from the level I class covers all of the same basics and so much more. We will learn more about game situations and learn how to spread out and call for the ball. Positioning and teamwork is our main focus in this class.

Fun games are played to keep everyone learning and moving Age:....................5-7 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

112705-01 4/9-5/21 7:00P-8:00P

T-BALL (KM)

This class covers the basics of baseball in a fun and safe environment where no one stands around. Throwing, catching, hitting and fielding will be taught as well as running the bases and how to play the game. Games will be played every week. Must bring your own glove.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center, Community Center

or Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01-03)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (04-05) Day:.....................Monday, Thursday or Saturday CODE

DATES

TIME

112637-01 112637-02 112637-03 112637-04 112637-05

1/12-3/23 1/10-3/21 1/10-3/21 4/6-5/18 4/9-5/21

1:30P-2:30P Mon. 4-6 Rec. Center 11:45A-12:30P Sat. 3-4 Comm. Center 12:30P-1:30P Sat. 4-6 Comm. Center 11:30A-12:15P Sat. 3-4 Rec. Center 10:00A-11:00A Thur. 4-6 Sedgwick

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/21

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DAY AGE LOCATION

This class is designed to keep the kids moving and learning at all times. Our main focus is to have FUN. We believe a love for the game must be developed for them to move on. We will cover the correct fundamentals of throwing, hitting fielding and running the basses. We will cover the game in detail while having fun. The batting tee will be taken away after a couple of classes.

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

112704-01 4/9-5/21 4:00P-5:00P

ALL STAR JR. GOLF (KM)

This class is designed as an introduction to golf. Boys and girls participate in a number of fun drills and games as they learn the complicated golf swing and are taught the rules and proper etiquette of the game, with our main objective focused on fun.

Golf clubs are provided (you may bring your own).

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

112639-01 4/9-5/21 5:00P-5:45P

JR. GOLF II (KM)

This fun and exciting step up from the level I class covers all of the same basics and so much more. We will learn more about game situations and learn how to spread out and call for the ball. Positioning and teamwork is our main focus in this class.

Fun games are played to keep everyone learning and moving Age:....................5-8 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

112706-01 4/11-5/30 11:30A-12:30P

FLOOR HOCKEY (KM)

Learn and play the fastest game in the world. This action packed class will emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship, while teaching the basic skills of passing, shooting and stick handling before the skates go on! Bike helmet and gloves are mandatory for this class. Shin pads, knee pads and elbow pads are optional.

ALL STAR ALL SPORTS (KM)

This fun filled class teaches little superstars the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship, while attempting to spark an interest in kids to play a variety of sports. Sports covered will be favorites like basketball, hockey, soccer, baseball, football, and many more.

CODE

DATES

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19

FLAG FOOTBALL (KM)

TIME

DAY AGE

9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-10:45A 1:15P-2:00P 1:15P-2:00P 10:45A-11:30A 11:15A-12:15P 12:15P-1:15P

Mon. 4-6 Mon. 3-4 Thur. 4-6 Thur. 3-4 Mon. 3-4 Thur. 4-6 Thur. 3-4

LIL PINT HOOPS (KM)

This program will introduce your children to the game of basketball if they are beginners and offer continued instruction if they need to know how to get to the next level. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting and defense will be taught. Games will be played to show the importance of teamwork in game situations.

Age:....................3-7 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NR (01-02)

$46/R, $62/NR, $53/NN (03-06)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (07-08) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday CODE

DATES

112645-01 1/12-3/23 112645-02 1/12-3/23 112645-03 1/15-2/12 112645-04 1/15-2/12 112645-05 2/26-3/26 112645-06 2/26-3/26 112645-07 4/6-5/18 112645-08 4/6-5/18 Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19

TIME

CODE DATES TIME

112642-01 1/15-2/12 4:00P-5:00P 112642-01 2/26-3/26 4:00P-5:00P

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01-02)

$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN (03-04)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (05-07) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday 112640-01 1/12-3/23 112640-02 1/12-3/23 112640-03 1/15-2/12 112640-04 2/26-3/26 112640-05 4/6-5/18 112640-06 4/9-5/21 112640-07 4/9-5/21

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN Day:.....................Thursday

This class is designed to teach and enhance the skills of our future stars. Proper techniques on passing, receiving, blocking and kicking will be covered. Breakdown of offensive and defensive strategies will also be covered. Teamwork and positive play are highly stressed, but our main objective is to have fun! Knee pads and elbow pads are required.

Age:....................5-9 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center or Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01)

$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN (02-03)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (04) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday CODE

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112647-01 112647-02 112647-03 112647-04

1/12-3/23 1/15-2/12 2/26-3/26 4/6-5/18

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NOTHIN’ BUT NET (KM)

Sample all of these net sports: lacrosse, volleyball (played with a beach ball), pickleball, and badminton. Other sports may be included. Age appropriate equipment is used to get little athletes off to a good start for a lifetime of enjoyment.

DAY AGE

3:45P-4:30P Mon. 3-4 4:30P-5:30P Mon. 4-6 9:00A-10:00A Thur. 4-6 10:00A-10:45A Thur. 3-4 9:00A-10:00A Thur. 4-6 10:00A-10:45A Thur. 3-4 9:00A-9:45A Mon. 3-4 6:15P-7:00P Mon. 5-7

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

112698-01 1/14-3/11 2:00P-2:45P 112698-02 4/8-5/27 2:00P-2:45P

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JUJITSU MIGHTY MITES (KM)

PEE WEE OLYMPICS (KM)

Calling all young Olympians! Don’t let your little Olympian miss out on this fun-filled class. Boys and girls will develop self-confidence, learn about teamwork and sportsmanship and gain a variety of skills as they participate in soccer, gymnastics, basketball, floor hockey, track and field, and other individual and team sports. Participants will get to apply the skills they learn to exciting activities and game situations and finally, showcase their abilities in a Mini Olympic Games Tournament on the last day of the session.

Age:....................4-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

112686-01 4/11-5/30 9:00A-9:45A

LTSC MINI SOCCER ACADEMY (KM)

A four week soccer program focused on fun and development.

This program utilizes experienced professional Lyons Township Soccer Club coaches who know how to create a fun environment and develop a love of soccer. Each week players will learn fundamental soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. Kids will be active during this class. Every player must bring a soccer ball. Co-op LP Age:....................3-8 years Instructor:.........LTSC Min/Max:...........3/8 per agency Location:...........Park Jr. High School Fees:...................$40/R, $52/NR, $44/NN Day:.....................Saturday

Danzan Ryu Jujitsu is a character development program; students are taught how to be a leader and role model in their classes. Danzan Ryu is dedicated to the development of our children. Our youth program lays the groundwork and instills the values necessary for your child to succeed as a teenager and as an adult. Promoting the time honored principles of respect, discipline, perseverance, self control and integrity our martial arts program is the template in which your child will develop themselves into a successful adult, armed with the tools to handle life’s challenges. Additional fees include uniform (optional to purchase) and insurance fee (six months $20, 1 year $30) paid to the instructor.

Age:....................4-7 years Instructor:.........Filiberto Gutierrez Min/Max:...........5/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$120/R, $156/NR, $132/NN One-Day

$160/R, $208/NR, $176/NN Two-Day Day:.....................Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

112600-01 1/6-3/17 112600-02 1/6-3/17 112600-03 1/8-3/19 112600-04 1/8-3/19 112600-05 1/10-3/21 112600-06 1/10-3/21 112600-07 1/6-3/21 112600-08 3/24-6/2 112600-09 3/24-6/2 112600-10 3/26-6/4 112600-11 3/26-6/4 112600-12 3/28-6/6 112600-13 3/28-6/6 112600-14 3/24-6/6

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Thur.

Thur.

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Tues.

Thur.

Thur.

Sat. Sat. Two Day

4:30P-5:30P 5:30P-6:30P 4:30P-5:30P 5:30P-6:30P 9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-11:00A Times Vary 4:30P-5:30P 5:30P-6:30P 4:30P-5:30P 5:30P-6:30P 9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-11:00A Times Vary

PRE KARATE (KM)

Young children will develop agility, strength and coordination skills through fun and creative activities. This program, specifically designed to work with growing minds and bodies, enhances memory and agility skills, too. Watch your child blossom while learning karate and having a blast at the same time.

CODE DATES TIME

AGE

112542-01 1/10-1/31 1:00P-2:00P 112542-02 1/10-1/31 2:00P-3:00P 112542-03 2/7-2/28 1:00P-2:00P 112542-04 2/7-2/28 2:00P-3:00P

3-5 6-8 3-5 6-8

Age:....................4-7 years Instructor:.........Shotokan Karate Min/Max:...........12/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$105/R, $137/NR, $116/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE

DATES TIME

LEVEL

112528-01 1/6-3/17 4:00P-4:45P Beg./Cont.

112528-02 1/6-3/17 4:50P-5:35P Instructor Permission 112528-03 4/7-6/16 4:00P-4:45P Beg./Cont.

112528-04 4/7-6/16 4:50P-5:35P Instructor Permission

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PERFORMING ARTS (LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

- Parent/Child Program |

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- Cooperative Program |

LITTLE ACTORS CLUB (DF)

Children love this innovative drama class that helps to develop their imagination and introduce them to the performing arts in a fun and creative atmosphere. Each week is a new and exciting adventure into the imagination with changing themes, music, costumes, props, and playbills. They even learn a new joke every week. (Many themes won’t be repeated for two years--so “act” now!) Kids learn theater terms, enhance spontaneity, build self-esteem and have a blast! Awards are given at the last day of class. Join the club today! Created by playwright and children’s author of Amazingly Wonderful Things.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Shining Star Productions Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$83/R, $108/NR, $91/NN – Session 1 (8 weeks)

$70/R, $91/NR, $77/NN – Session 2 (7 weeks)* Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

151500-01 2/6-3/27 3:45P-4:30P 151500-02* 4/10-5/22* 3:45P-4:30P*

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MAGIC CLASS! (DF)

Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. While tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and learn age appropriate tricks. Brand new tricks taught at each class. Co-op WS. Age:....................5-13 years Instructor:.........Magic Team of Gary Kantor Min/Max:...........3/10 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$21/R, $26/NR, $23/NN Day:.....................Tuesday, Monday or Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

152508-01 1/13 152508-02 3/2 152508-03 5/27

Tuesday Monday Wednesday

5:00P-5:55P 6:45P-7:40P 5:00P-5:55P

GUITAR (DF)

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No previous knowledge of guitar or music necessary. The students will learn the fundamentals of guitar playing, including holding the guitar and pick, proper fret-hand finger position, sight reading, playing by ear and playing basic songs. Each student will receive a participation award and guitar-related prizes.

The fee includes a textbook & CD. Students need to bring their own guitar. Co-op with LP.

Performances: April 17-19 (Auditions: Feb. 7, 8 & 10)

A fun musical for ages 6 through 16 years with a story we all know and love. This production calls for “wan-a-be” actors and singers. This production calls for a large cast. Don’t be shy, come over and give it a try. You will be surprised at the fun you will have! See page 54 for details.

Age:....................7-14 years Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........LGPK, 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$99/R, $129/NR, $109/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

152509-01 1/22-2/26 5:00P-6:00P 152509-02 3/5-4/16 5:00P-6:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 4/2

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PRIVATE PIANO (DF)

IRISH STEP DANCING (DF)

Open your child’s eyes and heart to Ireland’s traditional dances.

The McNulty School of Irish Dance program for tots is designed to introduce each dancer to the basic steps of Irish dance and the traditional music used for these steps. Students work to develop concentration skills, coordination and self-confidence that serve them well in all facets of life. Dancers begin learning the basic promenade step and touch on the traditional Irish Jig. Class attire includes: T-shirts, shorts, socks and Irish, jazz, ballet or light gym shoes. Leotards with shorts over them are acceptable. No long pants of any kind. Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........McNulty Irish Dance Min/Max:...........3/5 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$46/R, $60/NR, $51/NN Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

151522-01 1/12-2/23 10:30A-11:00A 151522-02 4/6-5/18 10:30A-11:00A

GLEE/MUSICAL THEATER (TS)

Enjoy this intense yet entertaining musical experience. The journey toward producing a show from start to finish will create a non-competitive environment for kids to stretch their dramatic wings. Celebrate the broadway beat” with hits from Hairspray, The Music Man, The King & I, Wicked, Grease and more. All participants will learn songs and choreography at an age appropriate level of difficulty while learning the history of Broadway.

On the last day of the program our talented stars perform for friends and family. Co-op LP. Age:....................8-16 years Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$49/R, $63/NR, $56/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

152538-01 1/16-2/20 5:15P-7:15P

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KinderKeys uses a positive and fun approach to the first steps of learning to play the piano. Individual keyboards will be provided for classroom use. Lessons include keyboard and music theory instruction. Books are available from the instructor for $18.

Age:....................4 years and older Instructor:.........The Music Suite Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$179/R, $233/NR, $197/NN Day:.....................Monday or Tuesday MONDAY

TUESDAY

152505-01 1/5-2/16 3:30P-4:00P 152505-02 2/23-4/13 3:30P-4:00P 152505-03 4/20-6/1 3:30P-4:00P 152505-04 1/5-2/16 4:00P-4:30P 152505-05 2/23-4/13 4:00P-4:30P 152505-06 4/20-6/1 4:00P-4:30P 152505-07 1/5-2/16 4:30P-5:00P 152505-08 2/23-4/13 4:30P-5:00P 152505-09 4/20-6/1 4:30P-5:00P 152505-10 1/5-2/16 5:00P-5:30P 152505-11 2/23-4/13 5:00P-5:30P 152505-12 4/20-6/1 5:00P-5:30P 152505-13 1/5-2/16 5:30P-6:00P 152505-14 2/23-4/13 5:30P-6:00P 152505-15 4/20-6/1 5:30P-6:00P 152505-16 1/5-2/16 6:00P-6:30P 152505-17 2/23-4/13 6:00P-6:30P 152505-18 4/20-6/1 6:00P-6:30P 152505-19 1/5-2/16 6:30P-7:00P 152505-20 2/23-4/13 6:30P-7:00P 152505-21 4/20-6/1 6:30P-7:00P

152505-22 1/6-2/17 3:30P-4:00P 152505-23 2/24-4/14 3:30P-4:00P 152505-24 4/21-6/2 3:30P-4:00P 152505-25 1/6-2/17 4:00P-4:30P 152505-26 2/24-4/14 4:00P-4:30P 152505-27 4/21-6/2 4:00P-4:30P 152505-28 1/6-2/17 4:30P-5:00P 152505-29 2/24-4/14 4:30P-5:00P 152505-30 4/21-6/2 4:30P-5:00P 152505-31 1/6-2/17 5:00P-5:30P 152505-32 2/24-4/14 5:00P-5:30P 152505-33 4/21-6/2 5:00P-5:30P 152505-34 1/6-2/17 5:30P-6:00P 152505-35 2/24-4/14 5:30P-6:00P 152505-36 4/21-6/2 5:30P-6:00P 152505-37 1/6-2/17 6:00P-6:30P 152505-38 2/24-4/14 6:00P-6:30P 152505-39 4/21-6/2 6:00P-6:30P 152505-40 1/6-2/17 6:30P-7:00P 152505-41 2/24-4/14 6:30P-7:00P 152505-42 4/21-6/2 6:30P-7:00P

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CODE DATES TIME

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YOUTH ONE DAY ACTIVITIES (LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

- Parent/Child Program |

OTHER SYMBOLS:

- Cooperative Program |

- Childcare Offered During This Program |

- New Class

GIRLS NIGHT OUT- WINTER BLUES SPA NIGHT (DF)

Come join Glitzy Girlz and get out with your girlfriends to kill the winter blues! Your skin is begging you! We will be doing fun silly fruit facials, mani/pedi section and polish applications with nail art. Each girl designs a beautiful charm bracelet. A foot/nail brush is included. A take home spa goodie bag with great accessories is given to everyone! Co-op with WS. Age:....................5-11 years Instructor:.........Glitzy Girls Min/Max:...........3/7 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$33/R, $43/NR, $36/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

132069-01 2/26

6:00P-7:30P

GIRLFRIENDS-PEACE, LOVE & HAPPINESS (DF)

Come join Glitzy Girlz for some peace and love with your favorite gal pals. Our staff will make each girl a funky diva with cool hair, make-up and neon nails. Each participant will decorate a cool accessory bag and design a funky peace bracelet. Our class turns on the disco lights for a retro dance party with Limbo and Freeze Dance. Each girl takes home a “peace” offering! Co-op with WS. Age:....................5-11 years Instructor:.........Glitzy Girls Min/Max:...........3/7 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$33/R, $43/NR, $36/NN Day:.....................Thursday

MOM/DAUGHTER- BFF JEWELRY NIGHT (DF)

Come join Glitzy Girlz and celebrate the bond with your first BFF-MOM! In this charming jewelry class you will make beautiful treasures with assorted glass beads and charms. Each couple makes an ensemble of a necklace and bracelet. Bring your creativity together and decorate a wooden jewelry chest and personalize it. A treat together ends this great class! Co-op with WS.

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Age:....................3-11 years Instructor:.........Glitzy Girls Min/Max:...........3/7 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$33/R, $43/NR, $36/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

132071-01 5/1

6:30P-7:45P

CODE DATES TIME

132055-01 3/19

6:00P-7:30P

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ART & SCIENCE: A HAPPY MARRIAGE

Jan. 8 • CRYSTAL CONNECTIONS: Crystals are beautiful! Would you like to be a crystal? You will be part of a human crystal. You will make a bigger than life crystal. Then you will make a model of a water molecule. The group will form an ice crystal. You will use real ice to make ice cream. You will take home a crystal making kit. You will take home bath crystals.

Jan. 15 • PUZZLES FOR BRAINIACKS: Here you can learn about the brain and the workings of the nervous system. Participants will act as sergeants dissecting gelatin brains, some with candy tumors, and will report on their findings.

We will also drop and compare two gelatin brains, one in a bicycle helmet and one without the helmet. To experience problem solving, you will try to solve five magic tricks and the methods behind them so you can repeat them.

Jan. 24 • FASHION AND FLIGHT: Why do airplanes fly? Do all airplanes have wings? There are many different airplane designs.

You will make a looping plane. You will make a plane without wings. How will these planes fly? You will fly them and then redesign them. Then you will see how flight design is related to fashion design. You will design fashions for paper models.

You will use actual materials to dress your model. Your fashion design will be framed. We will have a fashion show and you can take your design home.

Jan. 31 • WATER SHOW: We will have an amazing water show.

You will make a working submarine. You will submerge your submarine and then refloat it. What is buoyancy? You will learn how submarines work. You will decode messages using Navy code. Then you will have a flag parade and send messages using signal flags. You will take your submarine and signal flag home.

ART IN SCIENCE (Based on poems by Kathleen Grippo) May 5 • WHAT IS IT? We start with Kathleen’s poem-What is it?

A large picture of the sun is projected on a screen. We see objects mentioned in the poem. What do we know about the sun?

Its color; where it is; how it feels; what it does for us. We take a large paper with a yellow blob on it and participants make a picture out of it. Then we play SUNSHINE bingo with objects mentioned in the poem. Finally there is a sun parade featuring yellow balloons. The participants take home their balloon and picture.

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May 12 • IS YOUR GRANDMA DIFFERENT? We start with Kathleen’s poem-Is Your Grandma Different? The participants listen to the poem. They talk about their grandma (grandpa, care taker, adult, etc.). Each participant uses a “microphone” to interview their adult. What is their favorite color? What is their favorite food? Do they like to bake? What is (was) their job? The adult will enter questions and answers in a scrapbook. The participant will decorate the scrapbook. We will take photos of the child and adult and these will be placed in their scrapbook. They will take their scrapbook home. This is a child/adult class.

May 19 • THE KID IN THE UNIVERSE: We start with Kathleen’s poem-The Kid in the Universe. What is our solar system?

We make a human solar system. What is a galaxy? What is the universe? Then we draw a spaceship remembering the poem. We have a scavenger hunt to find the objects in the poem: Stars, galaxies, spaceships and our planets. Finally we fill in the pieces for a large universe puzzle.

Participants take home their spaceship drawings.

May 26 • MORGAN RECYCLES: We start with Kathleen’s poem-Morgan Recycles.

What is recycling? We talk about ways that objects can be recycled. We make a hat out of newspaper. Participants wear their hats. We provide a box of objects. Participants invent a toy and/or a game. (We can help with suggestions.) Each participant demonstrates his/her invention. We play invented games.

Participants take home their hat and invention.

Registration is needed for each workshop date you wish to attend. Certain sections Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................3-6 years & 9-12 years Instructor:.........Art & Chemistry Min/Max:...........5/15 per workshop Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$20/R, $26/NR, $22/NN – Session 1, 2, 5, 6, 7 & 8

$26/R, $34/NR, $29/NN – Sessions 3 & 4 Day:.....................Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday A HAPPY MARRIAGE (AGE: 9-12 YEARS) CODE

DATES TIME

172507-01 1/8 172507-02 1/15 172507-03 1/24 172507-04 1/31

DAY CO-OP

4:00P-6:00P Thurs N/A 4:00P-6:00P Thurs WS 9:30A-12:00P Sat LP 9:30A-12:00P Sat WS

POETRY IN MOTION (AGE: 3-6 YEARS) CODE

DATES TIME

172507-05 5/5 172507-06 5/12 172507-07 5/19 172507-08 5/26

4:00P-5:30P 4:00P-5:30P 4:00P-5:30P 4:00P-5:30P

DAY CO-OP

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Age:....................5-8 years Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........3/6 per agency Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$47/R, $61/NR, $52/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

132536-01 1/6-2/10 4:30P-5:30P 132536-02 2/17-3/24 4:30P-5:30P

KIDS COOKING CREATIONS (DF)

Kid-friendly, kid-approved! Introduce your child to the world of culinary arts! This class is designed to teach kids the basics of cooking while gaining self-confidence in the kitchen. We’ll take a step by step approach in preparing a variety of recipes. When registering, please inform of any allergies your child may have.

CARTOON DRAWING (DF)

Learning to draw can be lots of fun! Especially if we’re creating silly characters, funny expressions, and drawing sequences that tell jokes! This delightful program combines Young Rembrandts innovative step-by-step drawing method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor, and their vivid imaginations. All materials are supplied. Giggles guaranteed. All new lessons each session! Co-op LP. Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........Young Rembrandt Min/Max:...........4/10 per agency Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Saturday

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SPANISH FOR CHILDREN (DF)

A little Spanish as a second language just for children. Greetings, songs, games, and stories are lots of fun as you learn to speak a little and learn about a different culture, too. Co-op LP.

CODE DATES TIME

162501-01 1/31-2/21 11:00A-11:45A 162501-02 2/28-3/21 11:00A-11:45A 162501-03 4/11-5/2 11:00A-11:45A

Age:....................6-10 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$50/R, $65/NR, $55/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

132042-01 1/13-2/17 3:30P-5:00P 132042-02 2/24-4/7 3:30P-5:00P 132042-03 4/14-5/19 3:30P-5:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 3/31

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SIMPLY SEWING (DF)

ELEMENTARY DRAWING (DF)

Come and explore the world of art. Children will develop their drawing skills by learning to draw a wide variety of subject matter. This program is a unique combination of what children need to learn and practice, and what they love and want to draw. Dry media will be used such as pencils, crayons, color pencils, and markers. Lessons are designed to match the ability and interest of participants. All materials are supplied. *All instructors from Young Rembrandts have a degree in Education or Art Education along with background in art and working with children. Co-op LP. Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........Young Rembrandt Min/Max:...........4/10 per agency Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

162502-01 1/26-2/23 4:00P-4:45P 162502-02 3/2-3/23 4:00P-4:45P 162502-03 4/13-5/4 4:00P-4:45P Class Will Not Meet On: 2/16

MINING AND CRAFTING (DF)

Running on “survival” mode? Get “creative” and join crafting forces with us. Experience the world of Minecraft with LEGO® bricks in this fun program! At night monsters come out, make sure to build a shelter before that happens. Kids will start by crafting their shelters and some of the mobs, critters and tools using LEGO® bricks. Students will face new challenges by building motorized models and crafting key elements from the popular Minecraft game. Students will work in teams of two and each student will take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the session. (This program is not affiliated with Minecraft.net).

Co-op with LP. Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........Bricks 4 Kidz Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$101/R, $131/NR, $111/NR Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

132657-01 1/27-3/3 4:30P-5:30P

Hand sewing for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills. The object is to learn some basic skills such as placing patterns, cutting, marking, measuring and construction of a simple project. Each 4 week session will complete a fun and useful project to take home. We may use needles, pins, scissors and a hot iron for pressing. Learn about different fabrics and patterns and how to follow directions to create your project. All materials and tools are provided. Co-op WS. Age:....................7-12 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........2/3 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$75/R, $96/NR, $83/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

152501-01 1/6-1/27 4:00P-5:30P 152501-02 2/3-2/24 4:00P-5:30P

SPORTS SPECTACULAR (DF) Explore sports ranging from gymnastics to biking, mini-golf to airplane acrobatics! This Bricks 4 Kidz session is a great way to get “sporty” kids building and get LEGO® fans interested in sports. Some lessons focus on the importance of physical fitness and different aspects of fitness, such as stamina and strength. Other lessons describe the mechanics of the sport, such as the physics involved in golf and the components of a stationary bike. But the best part for the students is the way the models move and the fun they have playing with them after they’re built - hitting a plastic golf ball with the mini-golf model, watching the gymnast spin around the bar and seeing the tiny airplanes spin around and around on the air show model.

Maybe they’ll be inspired to try a new sport, or build a model of their favorite sport! Students will work in teams of two and each student will take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the session. Co-op with LP. Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........Bricks 4 Kidz Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$101/R, $131/NR, $111/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

132659-01 4/7-5/12 4:30P-5:30P

LOOK FOR NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK FEES & SENIOR DISCOUNT

Lower fees on programs and facility usage to towns that border La Grange. This includes Brookfield, La Grange Highlands, La Grange Park, McCook and Western Springs. Resident rates now apply to Countryside residents.

Seniors age 55+ receive a 10% discount on most adult programs.

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BUILDING A MODEL SHIP I/II (DF)

Age:....................8-13 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........1/2 per agency Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$37/R, $48/NR, $41/NN Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

CHESS (DF)

Learn to play chess or improve your game. This program is designed to be maximally conducive to the student’s chess growth, as well as to provide a safe, stimulating and positive structured learning environment. Co-op LP. Age:....................6-13 years Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........2/5 per agency Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$74/R, $96/NR, $81/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

132528-01 1/17-2/21 9:30A-10:30A 132528-02 2/28-4/11 9:30A-10:30A Class Will Not Meet On: 4/4

CLAYMATION CINEMA (DF)

Bring art and technology together and film your very own claymation animated movie! Students will work together in teams to create characters out of clay and bring their creations to life by using digital cameras and animation software programs. They will learn animation concepts, develop a plan for their story, storyboard the details of their animation movie, and discover creative ways to build the characters. Some examples of claymation movies include: James and the Giant Peach ™ and Wallace and Gromit™. Students will get a copy of their movie after class is complete. Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Computer Explorers Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$81/R, $105/NR, $89/NN Day:.....................Thursday

132026-01 1/7-2/11 4:00P-5:00P 132026-02 2/25-4/8 4:00P-5:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 4/1

AMUSEMENT PARK ROBOTICS (DF)

Have a blast creating your own Amusement Park using Lego!

Using LEGO® Mindstorms systems and infrared technology, students will build amusement park rides and learn to program a ghost train, a bumper car, a merry-go-round, and a tour bus to move. Students will work in teams of 2, learning and having fun using their imagination and creativity. Co-op with WS & LP. Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Computer Explorers Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$81/R, $105/NR, $89/NN Day:.....................Thursday

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Learn to assemble plastic ship models from kits and craft materials. Have fun customizing your model and building a diorama to show it at sea. Each week, a different part of the model ship will be cut out, glued together and painted. Learn how to safely use simple tools, plastic cement and paint supplies (brush and spray). Session II will involve more advanced 1:350 scale models.

Session II participants need to have either taken session I or have experience building models. Co-op with WS.

CODE DATES TIME

132591-01 4/30-5/21 4:30P-6:00P

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132590-01 3/26-4/23 4:30P-6:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 4/2

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

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ROCK & ROLL ROBOTICS (DF)

Climb Mount Everest, swim the depths of the ocean, or battle dinosaurs! Using a green screen and special photo-editing techniques, you will venture into real or imaginary locations and film the trip to share with friends. Experiment with photos and unique drawing software to set the scene for fantastic adventures. Don’t stay at home – jump into a green screen and find yourself some fun! Students receive a copy of their creations after class ends! Co-op with WS & LP.

Create robots that rock and robots that roll! Using the LEGO™ WeDo Robotics System your robots will include a monkey who plays a drum to a rock & roll beat, a lion that roars, a bird that flaps its wings to create a big wind, a sleeping giant who will awaken on your command and a boat that will rock on the rough seas. This course builds knowledge of simple machines, engineering, programming, and teamwork in an environment full of Rockin’ Fun! Students will work in teams of 2. Co-op with LP.

Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Computer Explorers Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$81/R, $105/NR, $89/NN Day:.....................Thursday

Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Computer Explorers Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$81/R, $105/NR, $89/NN Day:.....................Thursday

CODE DATES TIME

132592-01 2/19-3/12 4:30P-6:00P

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132616-01 1/15-2/5 4:30P-6:00P

YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Registration begins Feb. 1

CAMP-A-PALOOZA (KM)

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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FEE

Early Bird Registration begins on February 1. Register in February or March for any half day or full day camp and receive 10% off the fee. Fee must be paid in full at the time of registration to receive the early bird discount. Full day camps: Discount does not apply to before or after care and cannot be combined with the second child discount.

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Children will have a ton of fun during this energy filled recreational program. Counselors will coordinate the enjoyment by planning different water games, sports games, races and relays, crafts and activities for the children to participate in! Children should bring a snack and a drink each day, as well as sunscreen. Each participant will receive a camp t-shirt! Children must dress appropriately for water days. Registration deadline is the Thursday BEFORE each camp session begins. There will be a $10 late fee for registrations received after Thursday.

Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........15/42 Location:...........Spring Ave. School Fees:...................$65/R, $85/NR, $72/NN Day: ....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

472002-01 6/8-6/12 9:00A-12:00P 472002-02 6/15-6/19 9:00A-12:00P 472002-03 6/22-6/26 9:00A-12:00P 472002-04 6/29-7/3 9:00A-12:00P 472002-05 7/6-7/10 9:00A-12:00P 472002-06 7/13-7/17 9:00A-12:00P 472002-07 7/20-7/24 9:00A-12:00P 472002-08 7/27-7/31 9:00A-12:00P 472002-09 8/3-8/7 9:00A-12:00P

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CAMP QUEST BEFORE CARE (TS)

Before care is available between the hours of 7:30 am-9:00 am for any participant enrolled in Camp Quest. Before care is held at the same facility as Camp Quest.

CAMP QUEST (TS)

This camp is a highly structured outdoor and indoor based camp.

Children will discover new friendships, participate in group games, learn camp songs, create arts and craft projects and experience individual and team sports. Each week will have a different theme.

Each day will have a routine schedule of activities. Field trips and swimming are all included in the fee and the fun. The children will go on field trips in a school bus once a week. Trips range from water parks like Pelican Harbor in Bolingbrook to Enchanted Castle in Lombard. Each child will receive a t-shirt to be worn at each field trip. Campers will swim once or twice a week depending on the weather at Westchester Pool. Please send your child to camp prepared to swim every Monday. Campers are to bring a sack lunch, drink, and two snacks. Camper/counselor ratio is 6 to 1. The second child, in one family household, enrolled in Camp Quest will receive a 10% discount on regular camp hours. The same applies for the third child, etc. There are ABSOLUTLEY NO PRORATES or REFUNDS for missed days. Registration deadline is the Thursday BEFORE each camp session begins. There will be a $10 late fee for registrations received after Thursday.

Age:....................7-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........15/45 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$139/R, $181/NR, $153/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

472003-01 6/8-6/12 9:00A-3:00P 472003-02 6/15-6/19 9:00A-3:00P 472003-03 6/22-6/26 9:00A-3:00P 472003-04 6/29-7/3 9:00A-3:00P 472003-05 7/6-7/10 9:00A-3:00P 472003-06 7/13-7/17 9:00A-3:00P 472003-07 7/20-7/24 9:00A-3:00P 472003-08 7/27-7/31 9:00A-3:00P 472003-09 8/3-8/7 9:00A-3:00P

Age:....................7-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees: ..................$13/R, $16/NR, $ 14/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

472004-01 6/8-6/12 472004-02 6/15-6/19 472004-03 6/22-6/26 472004-04 6/29-7/3 472004-05 7/6-7/10 472004-06 7/13-7/17 472004-07 7/20-7/24 472004-08 7/27-7/31 472004-09 8/3-8/7

7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A 7:30A-9:00A

CAMP QUEST AFTER CARE (TS)

After care is available between the hours of 3:00 pm-5:30 pm for any participant enrolled in Camp Quest. After care is held at the same facility as Camp Quest.

Age:....................7-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$18/R, $23/NR, $20/NN Day:.....................Monday-Friday CODE DATES TIME

472005-01 6/8-6/12 3:00P-5:30P 472005-02 6/15-6/19 3:00P-5:30P 472005-03 6/22-6/26 3:00P-5:30P 472005-04 6/29-7/3 3:00P-5:30P 472005-05 7/6-7/10 3:00P-5:30P 472005-06 7/13-7/17 3:00P-5:30P 472005-07 7/20-7/24 3:00P-5:30P 472005-08 7/27-7/31 3:00P-5:30P 472005-09 8/3-8/7 3:00P-5:30P

CAMP QUEST PAYMENT OPTIONS:

If signing up for multiple sessions, the first 3 sessions for each child must be paid in full at registration. Additional weeks can be held by paying a $25 deposit for each session. The deposit will also hold your spot in before and/or after care, if required. For weeks not paid in full a credit/debit card authorization must be signed at the registration office allowing the District to charge your card for each weekly payment. Payments will be processed the Wednesday before the session start date. **Please Note: The deposit payment option is not available online or with early bird discount registration in February and March.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FEE

Early Bird Registration begins on February 1. Register in February or March for any half day or full day camp and receive 10% off the fee. Fee must be paid in full at the time of registration to receive the early bird discount. Full day camps: Discount does not apply to before or after care and cannot be combined with the second child discount.

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GYMNASTICS CLASSES

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BOYS BEGINNER GYMNASTICS (KM)

This beginner class will cover basic skills and safety techniques for each event. Boys will cover the 6 Olympic Events: floor, parallel bars, low bar, vault, pommel horse, and rings.

JR. GYMNASTICS I (KM)

Four events will be covered in this introductory class. Age appropriate tricks for bar, vault, floor and rings will be introduced.

Students can learn the basic movements for each event in a well-supervised and safe environment.

Age:....................5-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$61/R, $79/NR, $67/NN (01 & 03)

$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN (02 & 04) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday

CODE DATES TIME

112614-01 1/12-3/16 6:30P-7:30P 112614-02 4/6-6/1 6:30P-7:30P Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

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DAY

112612-01 1/12-3/16 6:30P-7:30P 112612-02 1/15-3/12 6:30P-7:30P 112612-03 4/6-6/1 6:30P-7:30P 112612-04 4/9-6/4 6:30P-7:30P

Mon. Thur.

Mon. Thur.

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

JR. GYMNASTICS II (KM)

This class is an advancement from Jr Gymnastics I with more technique. Pre-requisite for this class is to perform a successful cartwheel, swing and supports on the bars, and squat on the vault.

Age:....................5-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$61/R, $79/NR, $67/NN (01 & 03)

$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN (02 & 04) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday

Age:....................9-13 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$67/R, $87/NR, $74/NN Day:.....................Monday

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

112613-01 1/12-3/16 6:30P-7:30P 112613-02 1/15-3/12 6:30P-7:30P 112613-03 4/6-6/1 6:30P-7:30P 112613-04 4/9-6/4 6:30P-7:30P

Mon. Thur.

Mon. Thur.

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The advanced-beginner group will be able to perform swing and supports on equipment, cartwheels and handstands on the floor, and squat on the vault as a pre-requisite. Eleven to thirteen year olds will also attend this class as an intro to gymnastics.

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BOYS ADVANCED BEGINNER GYMNASTICS (KM)

112615-01 1/12-3/16 7:30P-8:45P 112615-02 4/6-6/1 7:30P-8:45P

CODE DATES TIME

Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

Age:....................7-10 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$61/R, $79/NR, $67/NN Day:.....................Monday

BEGINNING TUMBLING (KM)

Start out learning the proper way to perform rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. This class is a great way to have an introduction to tumbling and to open the door to gymnastics possibilities.

Age:....................7-18 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$75/R, $98/NR, $83/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME 112617-01 1/15-3/12 6:30P-7:30P 112617-02 4/9-6/4 6:30P-7:30P

TUMBLING ON (KM)

This class continues the tumbling skills past handstands and cartwheels to limbers, walkovers, handsprings, and possibly flipflops. Round-offs and pirroettes will also be included.

PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS (KM)

CODE DATES TIME

112618-01 1/12-3/16 7:30P-8:30P 112618-02 4/6-6/1 7:30P-8:30P Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

TUMBLING FOR CHEERLEADING (KM)

The focus for this group will be on tumbling skills, specifically for cheerleading. Round-offs, walkovers, flip-flops, standing back tucks, and running tumbling. Students must have basic tumbling skills before entering this class: bridges, cartwheels, and handstands. Students will work according to their level.

Age:....................9-18 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$67/R, $87/NR, $74/NN (01 & 03) .............................$75/R, $98/NR, $83/NN (02 & 4) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

112619-01 1/12-3/16 7:30P-8:30P Mon 112619-02 1/15-3/12 7:30P-8:30P Thurs 112619-03 4/6-6/1 7:30P-8:30P Mon 112619-04 4/9-6/4 7:30P-8:30P Thurs Class Will Not Meet On: 1/19, 2/16 and 5/25

GIRLS BEGINNER GYMNASTICS (KM)

This class goes over the basic skills on the vault, bars, floor, low beam and more. Many lead-up progressions will be taught to help a gymnast that has good core knowledge of the sport.

Age:....................7-9 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Thursday

Parents are an integral part of helping their tots participate in basic sports movement through gymnastics. Join a fun, nurturing environment, while exposing your child to a safe and challenging gymnastics experience. Gymnastics equipment in this class is downsized to benefit this age group.

Age:....................2-3 years with parent Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

114610-01 1/14-3/11 10:00A-10:45A Wed. 114610-02 4/8-5/27 10:00A-10:45A Wed. 114610-03 4/11-5/30 10:00A-10:45A Sat.

KIDNASTICS (KM)

Learn the basics of gymnastics in a safe environment with equipment scaled down to an age appropriate size. Balance beam, bar, vault, and floor equipment will be featured. Other movement and rythmic gymnastics ideas will also be included.

Age:....................3-6 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Saturday CODE

DATES

TIME

111609-01 1/14-3/11 11:00A-11:45A 111609-02 1/14-3/11 1:00P-1:45P 111609-03 4/8-5/27 11:00A-11:45A 111609-04 4/8-5/27 1:00P-1:45P 111609-05 4/11-5/30 10:45A-11:30A

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Age:....................9-18 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/16 Location:...........L.T. South Campus Building Fees:...................$67/R, $87/NR, $74/NN Day:.....................Monday

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AGE DAY

3-5 4-6 3-5 4-6 4-6

Wed. Wed Wed. Wed. Sat.

CODE DATES TIME

112648-01 1/15-3/12 7:30P-8:30P 112648-02 4/9-6/4 7:30P-8:30P

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YOUTH ATHLETICS

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JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS (KM)

This four week class led by Matt Lovelace, will teach the fundamentals and proper hand grip, alignment, motion and pre-shot routine in regards to iron shots, driving techniques, chipping and putting. Participants are encouraged to bring their own clubs, however, clubs may be borrowed from the Park District.

Co-op LP & WS.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENTAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE (KM)

The Youth Developmental Basketball League offers instruction as well as a competitive basketball league that allows the players the opportunity to grow and learn the game in a fun and exciting environment. Basic individual basketball skills and team concepts will be taught. Games will be officiated by IHSA Referees.

1st-2nd Grade Division will practice Tuesday evenings for one hour between 5:30-7:30pm and Saturday mornings between 9:00-11:00am. 3rd-4th Grade Division will practice Wednesday evenings for one hour between 6:00-8:00pm and Saturday’s between 11:00am- 1:00pm. 5th-6th Grade Division will practice on Monday evenings for one hour between 5:30-8:00pm and Saturday afternoon between 1:00-3:00pm. The first practice of the season will be used as a player evaluation day. Teams will be formed after the first practice. Please note that some practices during the week may take place at local grade schools. Games will be played on Saturdays and occasionally during the week. Volunteer parent coaches are needed for the success of the league. If you are interested in coaching please contact Kevin Miller, Recreation Supervisor. Registration is currently open!

Age:....................1st – 6th Grades Instructor:.........Volunteer Parent Coaches Min/Max:...........32/60 players per league Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$110/R, $140/NR, $121/NN (1st-2nd & 3rd-4th Grades)

$125/R, $163/NR, $138/NN (5th-6th Grade) Day:.....................Mon/Sat, Tues/Sat or Wed/Sat. CODE DATES TIME DAY

LEAGUE

112539-01 112539-02 112539-03

1st-2nd Grade 3rd-4th Grade 5th-6th Grade

1/14-3/20 1/15-3/20 1/13-3/20

Times Vary Times Vary Times Vary

Tue. & Sat. Wed. & Sat. Mon. & Sat.

“My child had fun, developed some skills and the league was competitive but not cut throat. It was a balance of development and competitive play.”

– Anonymous, Participant Feedback Survey

Age:....................7-14 years Instructor:.........Matt Lovelace Min/Max:...........1/3 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$60/R, $78/NR, $66/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

112002-01 1/6-2/3 6:00P-7:00P 112002-02 2/17-3/10 6:00P-7:00P 112002-03 3/24-4/14 6:00P-7:00P 112002-04 4/28-5/19 6:00P-7:00P Class Will Not Meet On: 1/13

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL (KM)

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. Instructors organize short games at the end of each class.

Age:....................5-11 years Instructor:.........Volleyball Professionals Min/Max:...........5/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$95/R, $123/NR, $104/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

112516-01 4/9-5-21 4:00P-5:00P 112516-02 4/9-5/21 5:00P-6:00P

5-8 8-11

ARCHERY (KM)

Learn the basics of a recurve bow or test your skills in our intermediate class in this fun and extremely safe environment. A nationally recognized 9-step program is taught. Blunt tipped arrows, bows and targets are provided. Technique will be stressed.

Games will be played during every class. Co-op LP & WS Age:....................7 years & older Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........4/8 per agency Location:...........Denning Park Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Monday or Thursday CODE DATES TIME

Class Will Not Meet On: 5/25 and 5/28

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112611-01 4/20-6/1 4:30P-5:15P 7-10 112611-02 4/20-6/1 5:30P-6:15P 11 & older 112611-03 4/23-6/4 4:30P-5:15P 7-10 112611-04 4/23-6/4 5:30P-6:15P 11 & older

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DAY

Beginner Beginner Intermediate Intermediate

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Thur.

JUNIOR TENNIS (KM)

This class is an introduction to the basics of tennis. Focus will be on hand-eye coordination, games and fun. The class is great for students with little to no tennis experience.

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AGE

312620-01 4/9-5/14 4:30P-5:30P 312620-02 4/9-5/14 5:30P-6:30P

5-7 8-12

FLAG FOOTBALL (KM)

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This class is designed to teach and enhance the skills of our future stars. Proper techniques on passing, receiving, blocking and kicking will be covered. Breakdown of offensive and defensive strategies will also be covered. Teamwork and positive play are highly stressed, but our main objective is to have fun! Knee pads and elbow pads are required.

Age:....................5-9 years Instructor:.........All Star Sports Instruction Min/Max:...........6/16 Location:...........Recreation Center or Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$87/R, $113/NR, $96/NN (01)

$48/R, $62/NR, $53/NN (02-03)

$66/R, $86/NR, $73/NN (04) Day:.....................Monday or Thursday CODE

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1/12-3/23 1/15-2/12 2/26-3/26 4/6-5/18

12:00P-1:00P 12:15P-1:15P 12:15P-1:15P 4:00P-5:00P

Mon. Thur.

Thur.

Mon.

4-6 4-6 4-6 3-4

YOUTH DODGEBALL (KM)

112662-01 4/8-5/27 4:45P-5:30P

KIDS FIRST BADMINTON (KM)

This class will teach the participant preparation training such as hand grips, racket positioning, and serving, plus spiking techniques for this fast and quick paced game. Also, body balance, first directional movements along with badminton awareness and sportsmanship will be stressed. Co op LP Age:....................7-14 years Instructor:.........Kids First Min/Max:...........2/6 per agency Location:...........Park Jr. High School Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Saturday

112647-01 112647-02 112647-03 112647-04

Rec. Center Rec. Center Rec. Center Sedgwick Park

Boys and girls will enjoy the running, throwing, dipping, ducking, and dodging that are a part of this fun and popular age-old schoolyard game. Children will learn the rules of dodgeball as well as strategies and techniques needed to play at a fast pace.

Throwing accuracy, agility, and stamina will be emphasized.

Players will experience individual challenges and team competition through drills and matches in a safe and supervised environment. Soft balls will be used.

Age:....................7-10 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

Age:....................7-10 years Instructor:.........Sports Kids Inc. Min/Max:...........5/16 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$45/R, $59/NR, $50/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

CODE DATES TIME

172016-01 1/10-1/31 12:00P-1:00P 172016-02 2/7-2/28 12:00P-1:00P

KIDS FIRST BASEBALL (KM)

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Age:....................5-12 years Instructor:.........Challenge Fitness Tennis Min/Max:...........4/8 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$79/R, $103/NR, $$87/NN Day:.....................Thursday

YOUTH LACROSSE (KM)

Join us in playing the oldest and fastest growing team sport in North America. Lacrosse is sweeping the nation and the suburbs. Get in on this game that will continue to grow. The class will cover various lacrosse techniques including cradling, scooping, passing, catching, shooting and goalie skills. Each child should bring a mouth guard to class. Lacrosse sticks will be provided.

This program prepares and challenges all players through fun and competitive baseball drills to develop skills that will maximize player potential. Players will experience batting, fielding, pitching, base running and throwing through proven baseball techniques. Co-op LP Age:....................5-11 years Instructor:.........Kids First Min/Max:...........2/7 per agency Location:...........Park Jr. High School Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

122548-01 1/10-1/31 122548-02 1/10-1/31 122548-03 2/7-2/28 122548-04 2/7-2/28

5-6 7-11 5-6 7-11

9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-11:00A 9:00A-10:00A 10:00A-11:00A

CODE DATES TIME

112699-01 4/8-5/27 4:00P-4:45P

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BULLS FUNDAMENTALS CAMP (KM)

KIDS FIRST CHEERLEADING (KM) If your child dreams of being on the cheerleading squad, then this program is perfect. Experienced coaches will focus on the sport of teaching cheerleading skills that are fun, safe and fundamental. The program will also include drills to enhance cheerleading techniques, body balance movements, timing, rhythm, pompon, bebop dance, jumps, stunts, cheers, rah-rah awareness and sportsmanship. The last day of class features a competitive cheer challenge contest.

Age:....................6-11 years Instructor:.........Kids First Min/Max:...........2/6 per agency Location:...........Park Jr. High School Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Saturday

Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Bulls Academy Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$85 per participant (01)

$124 per participant (02) Day:.....................Wednesday

CODE DATES TIME

112703-01 1/10-1/31 11:00A-12:00P 112703-02 2/7-2/28 11:00A-12:00P

KIDS FIRST TRACK & FIELD (KM)

Coaches will focus on teaching sprints, hurdles, jumps, distance running, and throws in a safe and fundamental way. The program consists of body balance techniques including speed, quickness and agility drills, which will help produce a quicker, safer, more powerful performer. A wide variety of timed events will take place each day, concluding with an event Championship Series on the final day. Co-op LP. Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Kids First Min/Max:...........2/7 per agency Location:...........Park Jr. High School or Hanesworth Park Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

LOCATION

112569-01 112569-02 112569-03

Park Jr. High Park Jr. High Hanesworth Park

1/10-1/31 2/7-2/28 4/11-5/2

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3:00P-4:00P 3:00P-4:00P 9:00A-10:00A

The Chicago Bulls are coming to La Grange. The Bulls/Sox Academy will be hosting a Chicago Bulls FUNdamentals camp at the Park District of La Grange for boys and girls, ages 5-14. This camp will teach the latest techniques in ballhandling, passing, shooting and rebounding while also teaching children how to be student-athletes and great teammates. Every participant will receive top flight instruction from our professional Bulls/ Sox Academy coaches who have learned from the Chicago Bulls coaching staff. We provide a fun and safe environment for children to learn the game, as well as life lessons such as discipline, respect, sportsmanship and peer pressure. Each participant will receive a replica autographed photo of Derek Rose, camp t-shirt, and personal scouting report. Your child will not only have fun but will be given the important tools to become a better basketball player. To become a great basketball player, you need the fundamentals!

CODE DATES TIME

AGE

172021-01 1/7-1/28 5:00P-6:00P 172021-02 1/7-1/28 6:00P-7:30P

5-8 9-14

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Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Bulls Academy Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$85 per participant (01)

$124 per participant (02) Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

172019-01 2/4-2/25 5:00P-6:00P 172019-02 2/4-2/25 6:00P-7:30P

5-8 9-14

BULLS SHOOTING CAMP (KM)

Shooting sessions are designed to teach players the proper way to shoot the basketball. During each session, players will be taught skills to become a better and more effective shooter, including the quick, accurate release that will make them the “go to” shooter when the game is on the line. Co-op WS

The Bulls/Sox Academy will be hosting a Post/Guard Camp at the Park District of La Grange. This camp is designed to teach players specific techniques at the guard and post positions, highlighting the on court relationship between guards and post players. Participants will learn how to dribble, shoot and pass from both the perimeter and inside the post, as well as how to cut and work off screens from both areas. All participants will receive a camp t-shirt, personalized scouting report, and replica photo of Derrick Rose.

Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Bulls Academy Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$85 per participant (01)

$124 per participant (02) Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

112683-01 4/8-4/29 5:00P-6:00P 112683-02 4/8-4/29 6:00P-7:30P

5-8 9-14

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BULLS BALLHANDLING CAMP (KM) BULLS POST/GUARD CAMP (KM)

Ballhandling Camp is designed to teach players to handle the basketball with control and confidence. Players will learn ball handling and dribbling techniques such as cross-over, between the legs, behind the back and reverse pivot.

Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Bulls Academy Staff Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$85 per participant (01)

$124 per participant (02) Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

172020-01 3/4-3/25 5:00P-6:00P 172020-02 3/4-3/25 6:00P-7:30P

5-8 9-14

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48 PONYTAIL SOFTBALL LEAGUE (KM) The Park District of La Grange will be organizing a girls’ slow-pitch softball league for all girls in grades 3-10! All games will be played at Countryside Park in Countryside, Gordon Park in La Grange, Springdale & Spring Rock Park in Western Springs, Hanesworth Park in La Grange Park, and Pleasantdale Park in Pleasantdale. Practices will begin in late May with games being played in June and July. Volunteer coaches are needed for the success of the league. All volunteer coaches will be put through a mandatory coaches training provided by the Park District. All players must attend a mandatory Skills Camp hosted by the Park District. Jerseys will be provided for all players. Cost is $70.00 per player. Registration for the league will open on Friday, January 30th and the registration deadline is Monday, May 11th. All registration materials and payment must be submitted by this date in order to place your child into the draft. Only one successful “Buddy Request” will be honored per player.

Divisions: ���������Junior Division (4-6 Grades) Program Code: 112008-01

Senior Division (7-11 Grades) Program Code: 112008-02

*Placement in divisions will depend on the grade that girl is entering fall of 2015.

Skills Camp: �����Junior Division Players, May 12th, 2015 @ Countryside Park from 5:30-7:30pm

Senior Division Players, May 13th, 2015 @ Countryside Park from 5:30-7:30pm

*If you cannot make your scheduled day, players may attend the Skills Camp on the other day with approval from the Recreation Supervisor.

Games: ��������������Junior Division games will be played on Monday and Wednesday.

Senior Division games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday.

*All teams will play 10-12 games dependent upon number of teams in the league.

Practices: ����������Practice days and times will be scheduled by the Recreation Supervisor.

Fields: ����������������Games will be played at Countryside Park, Countryside, Gordon Park, La Grange, Springdale & Spring Rock Park, Western Springs, Hanesworth Park, La Grange Park; and Pleasantdale Park, Pleasantdale Draft: �����������������Teams will be selected via a coach’s draft or by the Recreation Supervisor, dependent upon number of players registered in the league.

Fee: ��������������������$70 per player BUDDY REQUESTS How to make a successful buddy request: • You must have matching buddies.

• You must put down the name of your child’s buddy and your child’s buddy must put down your child’s name on the registration form.

Buddy Requests will not be honored if: • Buddy requests do not match.

• There are multiple requests.

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WHITE SOX HITTING CLUB (KM)

Age:....................8-10 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Min/Max:...........2/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$95 per participant Day:.....................Monday or Tuesday CODE

DATES

112506-01 1/5-1/26 112506-02 2/3-2/24 112506-03 3/2-3/23 112506-04 3/3-3/24 112506-05 4/6-4/27 112506-06 4/7-4/28

AGE DAY

5:00P-6:00P 5:00P-6:00P 5:00P-6:00P 5:00P-6:00P 5:00P-6:00P 5:00P-6:00P

8-10 Mon. 8-10 Tues.

8-9 Mon. 9-10 Tues.

8-9 Mon. 9-10 Tues.

WHITE SOX PITCHING CLUB (KM)

Age:....................8-10 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$95 per participant Day:.....................Monday or Tuesday CODE

DATES

Age:....................8-10 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Staff Min/Max:...........6/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$95 per participant Day:.....................Monday, Tuesday,

Wednesday or Saturday CODE

TIME

The White Sox Pitching Club will give you a firsthand look at the pitching mechanics that all great pitchers use! Pitching with accuracy, velocity and minimal arm strain is no accident. There is a process that should be followed from the Big Leagues to Little League and is exactly what White Sox players use. The White Sox Pitching Club will teach you that process. Even if pitching isn’t in your plans, throwing correctly is critical to becoming a good baseball player. Get on the mound and get on the right track with the White Sox Pitching Club. Co-op WS

112510-01 1/5-1/26 112510-02 2/3-2/24 112510-03 3/2-3/23 112510-04 3/3-3/24 112510-05 4/6-4/27 112510-06 4/7-4/28

WHITE SOX DEFENSE CLUB (KM)

The White Sox Defense Club will focus on the essentials of throwing and catching the baseball, as well as fielding groundballs and flyballs. To be a complete player, you must learn to defend. This class is exactly what you need to earn that starting position at higher levels of baseball. Participants will be seperated by age and/or skill level to maximize camp participation.

DATES

112631-01 1/6-1/27 112631-02 2/2-2/23 112631-03 3/7-3/28 112631-04 4/8-4/29

TIME

AGE DAY

6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P 11:00A-12:00P 6:00P-7:00P

8-10 Tues.

8-10 Mon. 8-10 Sat. 9-10 Wed.

WHITE SOX LITTLE SLUGGERS FUNDAMENTALS (KM)

This 4-week FUNdamentals Club led by White Sox Academy instructors allows players to learn essential individual baseball skills. Fundamentals covered will include throwing, hitting and fielding. These skills will be reinforced by using fun skill games.

This Club is open to both boys and girls.

Age:....................5-6 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Staff Min/Max:...........4/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$75 per participant Day:.....................Saturday

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The White Sox Hitting Club will present your hitter with a stepby-step approach to hitting like a Major League player. The White Sox Hitting Club will cover plate coverage and stance, stepping into a hitting position, hand path and lower body mechanics. There are hitting “absolutes” that must be present in each at bat to be successful. These “absolutes” make all the difference. We know them and we will teach them to you.

Co-op WS.

CODE DATES TIME

112677-01 1/10-1/31 10:00A-11:00A 112677-02 2/7-2/28 10:00A-11:00A 112677-03 3/7-3/28 10:00A-11:00A 112677-04 4/11-5/2 10:00A-11:00A

TIME

AGE DAY

6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P 6:00P-7:00P

8-10 Mon. 8-10 Tues.

8-9 Mon. 9-10 Tues.

8-9 Mon. 9-10 Tues.

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WHITE SOX FATHER/SON HITTING & PITCHING CAMPS (KM) WHITE SOX 5 TOOL CAMP (KM)

Baseball players big and small strive to be a five-tool player.

A five-tool player is someone who is great in the following baseball abilities: hitting for power, hitting for average, fielding ability, throwing ability and speed. Our 5 Tool Skills Club takes the basics of hitting, throwing, and fielding tuaght in our Little Slugger Fundamentals programming and progresses your child in all aspects of the game. This Club incorporates more advanced techniques, position specific drills, as well as base running. Our instructors are committed to taking your child’s game to the next level and putting them in the best position for success to try and become the next five tool player.

Age:....................7-8 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Staff Min/Max:...........4/12 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$95 per participant Day:.....................Saturday

This unique one-day family event will help prepare your child for the upcoming baseball season. The evening will focus on developing the correct fundamentals involved in hitting & pitching. Sox Academy Instructors will offer valuable instruction as well as offering drill work that can be used by players as they prepare for competition. The enjoyable evening will give parents the opportunity to interact with their children while working to develop strong hitting, pitching and throwing mechanics.

Age:....................6-12 years Instructor:.........White Sox Academy Min/Max:...........2/5 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$49 per participant Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

CAMP

142501-01 2/19 142501-02 2/26

Hitting Pitching

6:30P-8:00P 6:30-8:00P

BULLS/SOX SPRING BREAK COMBO CAMP (KM)

CODE DATES TIME

112694-01 1/10-1/31 11:00A-12:00P 112694-02 2/7-2/28 11:00A-12:00P 112694-03 4/11-5/2 11:00A-12:00P

BULLS/SOX ACADEMY PRESIDENT’S DAY COMBO CAMP (KM)

Work on your game during Spring Break! Whether you are a rookie or an All-Star, this camp will help you improve your game. Open to both boys and girls, this three day camp allows the two-sport athlete the ability to improve their offensive and defensive game in both basketball and baseball before heading back to school. 6 hours a day...quality instruction...this truly is a one-of-a-kind camp! Please bring a sack lunch. Players will be grouped by age and ability level (May sign up for only one sport if desired).

Work on your game during your day off school! Whether you are a rookie or all-star, this camp will help you improve your game. Open to both boys and girls, these camps allow the twosport athlete the ability to improve their offensive and defensive games in both basketball and baseball before heading back to school. Six hours…quality instruction in two sports…this is truly a one-of-a-kind camp! Please bring a sack lunch. Players will be grouped by age and ability level. Players may sign-up for only one sport if desired. Co-op WS.

Age:....................5-14 years Instructor:.........Bulls/Sox Academy Staff Min/Max:...........4/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$265 per participant – Full Day

$150 per participant – Half Day Day:.....................Monday-Wednesday

Age:....................7-14 years Instructor:.........Chicago White Sox Min/Max:...........4/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$90 per participant – Full Day

$50 per participant – Half Day Day:.....................Monday

112622-01 3/30-4/1 9:00A-4:00P Full 112622-02 3/30-4/1 9:00A-12:00P Baseball 112622-03 3/30-4/1 1:00P-4:00P Basketball

CODE DATES TIME

CAMP

112682-01 2/16 112682-02 2/16 112682-03 2/16

Full Day Baseball Basketball

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YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS JUJITSU JUNIORS (KM)

Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Fil Guiterez Min/Max:...........5/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$120/R, $156/NR, $132/NN One-Day

$160/R, $208/NR, $176/NN Two-Day Day:.....................Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

112550-01 1/6-3/17 112550-02 1/8-3/19 112550-03 1/10-3/21 112550-04 1/6-3/21 112550-05 3/24-6/2 112550-06 3/26-6/4 112550-07 3/28-6/6 112550-08 3/24-6/6

Tues.

Thur.

Sat. Two Day Tues.

Thur.

Sat. Two Day

6:30P-7:30P 6:30P-7:30P 11:00A-12:00P Times Vary 6:30P-7:30P 6:30P-7:30P 11:00A-12:00P Times Vary

TAE KWON DO (KM)

Students will learn basic fundamentals of a Korean style art of Self-Defense including punches, blocks, kicks, and single combination defensive and offensive moves. Sweat pants and a T-shirt should be worn to class. Tae Kwon Do apparel may be purchased from the instructor. Returning students may qualify for next belt/rank. Co-op WS Age:....................3-18 years Instructor:.........Bill De Jesus Min/Max:...........4/15 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$70/R, $91/NR, $77/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

AGE

112562-01 1/09-2/13 4:00P-5:00P 112562-02 1/09-2/13 5:05P-6:05P 112562-03 1/09-2/13 6:10P-7:10P 112562-04 2/27-4/3 4:00P-5:00P 112562-05 2/27-4/10 5:05P-6:05P 112562-06 2/27-4/10 6:10P-7:10P 112562-07 4/17-5/29 4:00P-5:00P 112562-08 4/17-5/29 5:05P-6:05P 112562-09 4/17-5/29 6:10P-7:10P

3-7 5-18 5-18 3-7 5-18 5-18 3-7 5-18 5-18

Class Will Not Meet On: 4/3 & 5/22

Two-day Jujitsu Classes

Participants may sign up for any combination of Tues/ Thurs, Tues/Sat or Thurs/Sat Jujitsu classes at the times listed. Please make sure to write down the days and times of the classes you are registering for on your registration forms. Please contact Kevin Miller, Recreation Supervisor, with any questions.

PRE-KARATE (KM)

Young children will develop agility, strength and coordination skills through fun and creative activities. This program, specifically designed to work with growing minds and bodies, enhances memory and agility skills, too. Watch your child blossom while learning karate and having a blast at the same time.

Age:....................4-7 years Instructor:.........Shotokan Karate Min/Max:...........12/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$105/R, $137/NR, $116/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

112528-01 1/6-3/17 112528-02 1/6-3/17 112528-03 4/7-6/16 112528-04 4/7-6/16

LEVEL

4:00P-4:45P Beg./Cont.

4:50P-5:35P Instructor Permission 4:00P-4:45P Beg./Cont.

4:50P-5:35P Instructor Permission

YOUTH KARATE (KM)

Karate skills put children in touch with their bodies and help build coordination, agility, strength, poise, as well as personal safety skills. The mental aspect of karate is equal to if not greater than the physical. Practicing this art results in increased self-esteem, in addition to enhancing discipline and control.

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Danzan Ryu Jujitsu is a character development program; students are taught how to be a leader and role model in their classes.

Danzan Ryu is dedicated to the development of our children.

Our youth program lays the groundwork and instills the values necessary for your child to succeed as a teenager and as an adult.

Promoting the time honored principles of respect, discipline, perseverance, self control and integrity our martial arts program is the template in which your child will develop themselves into a successful adult, armed with the tools to handle life’s challenges.

Additional fees include uniform (optional to purchase) and insurance fee (six months $20, 1 year $30) paid to the instructor.

Age:....................8-14 years Instructor:.........Shotokan Karate Min/Max:...........12/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$105/R, $137/NR, $116/NN (01-02 & 04)

$124/R, $161/NR, $136/NN (03)

$95/R, $124/NR, $105/NN (05-06)

$113/R, 147/NR, $124/NN (07)

$105/R, $137/NR, $116/NN (08) Day:.....................Monday or Tuesday CODE

112518-01 112518-02 112518-03 112518-04 112518-05 112518-06 112518-07 112518-08

DATES

1/5-3/16 1/5-3/16 1/5-3/16 1/6-3/17 4/6-6/15 4/6-6/15 4/6-6/15 4/7-6/16

Class Will Not Meet On: 5/25

TIME

4:00P-4:55P 5:00P-5:55P 6:00P-7:15P 5:45P-6:45P 4:00P-4:55P 5:00P-5:55P 6:00P-7:15P 5:45P-6:45P

DAY LEVEL

Mon. White-Red Mon. Orange-Blue Mon. Green-Black Tues. Red-Green Mon. White-Red Mon. Orange-Blue Mon. Green-Black Tues. Red-Green

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TEENS PROGRAMS

54 “WILLY WONKA, JR.” (TS) Performances: April 17-19 (Auditions: Feb. 7, 8 & 10)

A fun musical for ages 6 through 16 years with a story we all know and love. This production calls for “wan-a-be” actors and singers. This production calls for a large cast.

Don’t be shy, come over and give it a try. You will be surprised at the fun you will have!

Auditions:.........................................................Saturday February 7th 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m

Sunday February 8th 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Tuesday February 10th 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Please call to schedule your audition, 708-354-4580. All auditions must be scheduled by Tuesday, February 3rd.

Audition and rehearsal location:.............Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park Performance dates:.......................................Friday 7:30 p.m. April 17th

Saturday matinee 2:00 p.m. and evening 7:30 p.m. April 18th

Sunday matinee 2:00 p.m. April 19th Performance location:.................................Park Junior High School 333 North Park Road, La Grange Park Fee:.....................................................................$89 All inclusive fee is due when cast.

ROCKIN LOCKIN (TS)

Grab your friends and join us for a fun night. Fee includes open gym, DJ, dodgeball, a slice of pizza, one can of pop, and more.

Waiver must be signed by parent for each participant. Parents will need to come in at the end of the night to sign out the child (children) they are picking up. Registration deadline in April 3rd.

Co-op WS & LP Age:....................8-12 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........14/34 Per Agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$20/R, $20/NR, $20/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

142530-01 4/10

7:30P-10:00P

Many other programs for teens can be found in the Youth, Performing Arts, Adult Activities & Fitness Programs sections. www.pdlg.org

TWEEN FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT (TS)

It’s that time of the year, so paint those eggs, keep an eye out for the bunny and…… grab a flashlight??? That’s right! Come join us for the 5th Annual Tween Flashlight Egg Hunt at Sedgwick Park!

Bring your flashlight and baskets and get ready for a great night looking for eggs filled with candy and tickets that represent prizes too big to fit in an egg. Must be accompanied by a parent. Early bird rate ends 3/26. Incase of inclement weather event will be held at Rec Center.

Age:....................9-14 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........20/100 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$3/R, $3/NR, $3/NN Early bird rate until 3/26

$5/R, $5/NR, $5/NN on 3/27 Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

132624-01 3/27

8:00P-8:45P

GAME ON (TS)

Age:....................9-15 years Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$8/R, $10/NR, $9/NN Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

132070-01 1/7 132070-02 2/4 132070-03 3/4 132070-04 4/1

7:00P-8:30P 7:00P-8:30P 7:00P-8:30P 7:00P-8:30P

TEEN CLAY CAMP (TS)

Kids in grades 5 through 8 will have a fun time making unique treasures from clay. Class includes learning the process of handbuilding by creating different forms and trying several decorating techniques. The small class size allows for individualized attention by a professional art instructor. All clay, tools, supplies and firings are included in the class. Kids supply the imagination!

Age:....................5th-8th Grade Instructor:.........Village Potters Min/Max:...........2/4 Location:...........Village Potters (333 N. La Grange Road,

La Grange Park) Fees:...................$180/R, $234/NR, $198/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

132647-01 1/9-2/27 3:45P-5:15P 132647-02 3/13-5/15 3:45P-5:15P No class 3/27 & 4/3

INTRO TO BASIC JEWELRY DESIGN (TS)

This class will teach you the skills needed to make one of kind pieces of jewelry. You will have fun learning the basics of making earrings, necklaces & bracelets. In addition, you will learn simple metal stamping & wire wrapping while using trendy beads & natural stones, wires, metal & other materials. Students are encouraged to bring their own jewelry tools (round nose pliers, cutters and small pliers) or will have to share class supplies.

Age:....................15 years & older Instructor:.........Julie Matos Min/Max:...........6/8 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$52/R, $58/NR, $55/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

GLEE/MUSICAL THEATER (TS)

Enjoy this intense yet entertaining musical experience. The journey toward producing a show from start to finish will create a non-competitive environment for kids to stretch their dramatic wings. Celebrate the broadway beat� with hits from Hairspray, The Music Man, The King & I, Wicked, Grease and more. All participants will learn songs and choreography at an age appropriate level of difficulty while learning the history of Broadway.

On the last day of the program our talented stars perform for friends and family. Co-op LP. Age:....................8-16 years Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$49/R, $63/NR, $56/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

152538-01 1/16-2/20 5:15P-7:15P

VEGETARIAN COOKING FOR TEENS (TS)

When kids make their own food, they like their food! Come learn the benefits on healthy eating and how to cook vegetarian for you and your family! Find new favorite vegetables and experience food from different parts of the world. Co-op WS Age:....................10-13 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........2/3 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$30/R, $39/NR, $34/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

132673-01 3/12

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Get out of the house and head on over to the Recreation Center for crafts, games, Bags, Foosball, snacks and much more. Bring your friends or make some new ones as you hang out and have fun!

7:00P-8:30P

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING (TS)

What you need to know and what every parent wants in a responsible babysitter! This course will prepare you for job interviews, choosing safe and age appropriate games, performing first aid, learning feeding and diapering techniques, handling bedtime issues and so much more! Bring your own lunch and drink for a short lunch break. Co-op WS & LP Age:....................11-15 years Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........3/5 Location:...........W.S. Rec. Center Fees:...................$100/R, $125/NR, $113/NN Day:.....................Sunday CODE DATES TIME

132674-01 2/22

10:00A-5:00P

132672-01 2/3-2/24 7:00P-8:15P

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SPANISH FOR ADULTS (TS)

Jane Bowers is a creative and innovative instructor who enjoys teaching Spanish to those whose first language is not Spanish.

Come learn and be assured you will learn to use some basic Spanish effectively. Session is 8 weeks. Co-op LP

DOG OBEDIENCE (TS)

Is your dog becoming a monster, keeping you up all night constantly barking, or destroying your home furnishings and personal belongings? Sign up for this class and take control!

A variety of commands will be taught to handle your dog. A choker collar and six foot leash is required on each dog. To qualify for the advanced course you must have completed the beginner course with Barb Clish/Mary Keeffe or your dog must be evaluated by the trainers. Dogs must be at least four months old. Handlers: old enough to handle dog in a group setting.

First beginning class is without dogs. Co-op LP. Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........3/7 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$110/R, $120/NR, $115/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

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PIECE OF CLAY (TS)

Create hand-made works-of-art! In this 4 week introductory clay class, you will craft unique and personal pieces such as a bowl, tray or vase for your home. We provide everything you need, including personalized instruction, clay, tools, molds, firings, and dozens of decorating and color choices.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Village Potters Min/Max:...........3/6 Location:...........Village Potters, 333 N. La Grange Rd.,

La Grange Park Fees:...................$100/R, $130/NR, $110/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

1:00P-2:30P 7:30P-9:00P 1:00P-2:30P 7:30P-9:00P 1:00P-2:30P 7:30P-9:00P 1:00P-2:30P 7:30P-9:00P

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CODE DATES TIME

133634-01 2/3-3/24 6:00P-7:30P

VEGETARIAN COOKING (TS)

Learn to put together a meal that gives you protein and a variety of vegetables. Start with a flavoring medley, then add your favorite lentils or chickpeas and vegetables. Come to get comfortable with vegetarian cooking. Don’t be intimidated! There are two parts to this class. Sign up for both or just one. Co-op LP & WS

133501-01 1/29-3/26 7:00P-8:00P 133501-02 2/5-3/26 8:00P-9:00P

133615-01 1/6-1/27 133615-02 1/6-1/27 133615-03 2/3-2/24 133615-04 2/3-2/24 133615-05 3/3-3/24 133615-06 3/3-3/24 133615-07 4/7-4/28 133615-08 4/7-4/28

Age:....................16 years & older Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........3/6 Location:...........LGPK, 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$57/R, $67/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Tuesday

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Western Springs Staff Min/Max:...........2/3 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................One Class $30/R, $39/NR, $34/NN

Both Classes $50/R, $63/NR, $56/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

133639-01 2/19 7:00P-8:30P 133639-02 2/26 7:00P-8:30P 133639-03 2/19-2/26 7:00P-8:30P

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH FOR ADULT (TS)

If you are looking to improve your beginning Spanish, experience and expand your vocabulary, then this is the class for you.

You will have the experience of conversing and learning in a small group setting. To expand your overall exposure to this important language, some previous knowledge of Spanish is necessary. Co-op LP Age:....................16 years & older Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........3/6 Location:...........LGPK, 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$61/R, $71/NR, $67/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

133658-01 2/5-3/26 6:00P-7:30P

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FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP (TS)

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Kevin Folliard Min/Max:...........5/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$92/R, $102/NR, $97/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

133662-01 2/5-3/26 7:00P-9:00P

WE NEED TO TALK...FAMILY CONVERSATION WITH OLDER DRIVERS (TS)

Because driving represents independence and freedom for most older adults, the idea of limiting or giving up driving can be a deeply personal and emotional issue. This class will provide you information to help address sensitive subjects and foster meaningful family conversations about older driver safety. Get tips on how to approach such subjects and signs to look out for in elderly drivers. This class is intend for those who have elderly drivers in their family.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Richard Josd Min/Max:...........5/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

133663-01 1/23

7:00P-8:30P

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Over the course of this intensive eight week workshop, students will submit three pieces of fiction for group and instructor critique. Students will be required to read, critique, and engage in thoughtful discussion of one another’s writing in a workshop setting, and supplemental lectures will be offered on topics such as story, character, imagery, novel writing, flash fiction, and 21st Century publishing. Workshop submissions can be short stories, creative non-fiction, flash fiction, or the opening chapters of your novel. Write what you enjoy most or try something new! Requirements/Materials: Notebook and pen (or a laptop) for in-class writing exercises, access to MS Word or another standard word processor program, access to email (class announcements and certain materials may be shared, distributed, or submitted electronically). Students are highly encouraged to email a draft of a story they would like critiqued directly to the instructor before the first day of class (kmfollia@gmail.com), so that it can be distributed upon our first meeting. The sooner students submit stories, the sooner they will be scheduled for review and discussion.

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SPLENDID BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE (TS)

COACHING FOR EDUCATORS (TS) This class will explain the difference between teaching and coaching (non athletic). How we speak, how we listen and most important the questions we ask ourselves and those we teach is instrumental in developing ourselves and empowering the learners we are working with every day. Instructor is an accredited coach with International Coaching Federation and Worldwide Association of Business Coaches.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Nancy Korzyniewski Min/Max:...........3/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$130/R, $170/NR, $150/NN Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

133668-01 1/26

6:00P-9:00P

EXPLORING WINDOWS 8 (TS)

This class is designed for an audience that is new to computing.

In addition to getting an introduction to the Windows 8 PC, learners will discover how to use the mouse, how to access the desktop, how to use files, folders and libraries; how to jump files quickly, and how to pin important stuff to the Start screen. After the basics we will jump into Windows 8. Learners will experience new features including how to personalize their devices with picture passwords, downloads apps and use the cloud to their advantage. We will also cover how to effectively navigate in Windows 8 and experiment with gestures, live tiles and charms.

You are encouraged to bring your own Windows 8 tablets or laptops. Instructor is a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........John Kowalkowski Min/Max:...........6/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$130/R, $145/NR, $137/NN Day:.....................Saturday

Discover the wonderful world of ballroom and Latin dancing in this introductory/refresher course. Improve your skills, learn new steps and how to lead & follow. You will be dancing Rumba, Salsa and tango while learning how to move, move, move to some of the most popular dances that you see in shows and theaters today. Soon, you will be dancing to upbeat music in this fun filled dance class. Couples are recommended, but not necessary. Couples will not rotate partners. Singles are not guaranteed a partner. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Co-Op with LP Age:....................16 years & older Instructor:.........Dance Tech Inc Min/Max:...........4/10 Location:...........LGPK, 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$46/R, $56/NR, $51/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

153529-01 2/3-2/24 8:00P-9:30P

WEDDING & SOCIAL DANCE (TS)

This is the perfect class for anyone with any type of upcoming social engagement (weddings, birthdays and other parties).

Come join us and you will Waltz, Cha Cha and Swing. You will learn some of the most popular dances that you see in shows and theaters today. Soon, you will be dancing to different types of music in this fun filled dance class and WOWING them at parties! Couples will not rotate partners. Singles are not guaranteed a partner. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

Co-op LP Age:....................16 years & older Instructor:.........Dance Tech Inc Min/Max:...........4/10 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$46/R, $56/NR, $51/NN Day:.....................Tuesday CODE DATES TIME

153530-01 4/7-4/28 8:00P-9:30P

CODE DATES TIME

133660-01 4/11

9:00A-12:30P

LOOK FOR NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK FEES & SENIOR DISCOUNT

Lower fees on programs and facility usage to towns that border La Grange. This includes Brookfield, La Grange Highlands, La Grange Park, McCook and Western Springs. Resident rates now apply to Countryside residents.

Seniors age 55+ receive a 10% discount on most adult programs.

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Age:....................12 years & older Instructor:.........Bill Musselman Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$52/R, $58/NR, 55/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

143656-01 2/7 143656-02 4/18

8:00A-4:30P 8:00A-4:30P

BOATING SKILLS & SEAMANSHIP (TS)

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ABOUT BOATING SAFETY (TS)

Classroom instruction for boating enthusiasts age 12 and up, offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. This is the classroom (seminar) version of their popular online boating course. About Boating Safety gives students the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete About Boating Safely.

Co-op WS

Our Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive course designed for both the experienced and the novice boater. The course, now in its 13th edition published in October, 2006, consists of 6 core required two- to four-hour lessons, 2 added optional lessons that are normally included in the core course, plus five elective lessons, providing up-to-date knowledge for handling boats in all conditions. Co-op WS Age:....................12 years & older Instructor:.........Bill Musselman Min/Max:...........2/10 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$72/R, $80/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Saturday CODE DATES TIME

143657-01 3/14-3/21 8:30A-4:30P

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60 PAINT WHAT YOUR HEART DESIRES (TS)

Express your creativity this Valentine’s. Bring your favorite bottle of wine and enjoy complimentary snacks and delicious chocolates while receiving expert instruction from an experienced local artist. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and create a one-of-akind canvas masterpiece. We will travel together in the PDLG motorcoach to Bottle and Bottega in downtown La Grange.

Registration deadline is January 22.

Age:....................21 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/13 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$35/R, $35/NR, $35/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

143030-01 2/5

12:30P-3:30P

MR. LINCOLN’S HOMETOWN BY TRAIN (TS)

This is an exciting 3 day trip to commemorate the 150 year anniversary of the Lincoln assassination. Travel by train to Springfield and return by motor coach. The days will be filled with guided tours of the many famous homes, capitol, museums and cemetery.

A screen presentation of “Lincoln’s Eyes” and “Ghosts of the Library” is also viewed.

We will also tour the Dana Thomas House, The Illinois State Museum and Presbyterian Church. 3 fun filled days of history and pleasing sights. Included in the fee: Amtrak rail service and deluxe motor coach, 2 night deluxe hotel accommodations, 6 meals: 2 full breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, all taxes, gratuities(including driver) & luggage handling and all attractions, sightseeing tours & admission charges. Departure for Amtrak station via deluxe motor coach 8:00 a.m. from Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale, La Grange Park Returning approx.. 6:00 p.m. on April 23rd. Registration deadline is April 4. Co-op LP

CHOCOLATE FEST (TS)

Is there anything better than chocolate and spring? We think not. Embrace a day of nothing but CHOCOLATE as far as the eye can see at the annual Long Grove Chocolate Fest! The village of Long Grove transforms into a chocolate lover’s paradise featuring chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate frosted donuts, hot chocolate, fudge and much more. You will feel as if you are in Willy Wonka’s Candy Factory, but even better! Stroll through the cobblestone streets of historical downtown Long Grove, home to more than 50 distinctive shops and restaurants, including the well known Long Grove Confectionery. Fee includes transportation and entry. Transportation is on the Park District of La Grange 14 passenger bus.

Registration deadline is April 24.

Age:....................21 years & older Instructor:.........LG. Park Staff Min/Max:...........8/15 Location:...........LGPK 1501 Barnsdale Rd. Fees:...................$859/R, $859/NR, $859/NN Double

$989/R, $989/NR, $989/NN Single Day:.....................Tuesday-Thursday

Age:....................21 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........8/13 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$15/R, $25/NR, $20/NN Day:.....................Friday

CODE DATES TIME

143035-01 5/1

143034-01 4/28-4/30 8:00A-6:00P

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ADULT ATHLETICS (LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

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CO-REC VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE (KM) ADULT TENNIS (KM)

Get some friends together and play some volleyball. We will have a competitive volleyball league; teams will play in a round robin season and playoffs will follow the season. Prizes will be awarded for the 1st and 2nd place teams. Register now!! Registration deadline is January 5th for the winter league and March 16th for the spring league.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........5/8 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$320 per team Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

113002-01 1/15-3/19 6:30P-10:30P 113002-02 3/26-5/28 6:30P-10:30P

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE (KM)

This program offers competitive basketball for adult teams.

Two IHSA registered officials and a scorekeeper will be present at each game. Standings will be kept and an award will be presented to the winning team. A schedule and rule sheet will be sent out after registration is completed. Registration deadline is January 2nd for winter league & April 3rd for spring league. Games will be played at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, & 9:30p.m. (if need be) on Monday nights on two courts.

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........6/12 teams Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$580 per team Day:.....................Monday CODE DATES TIME

113011-01 1/19-4/6 7:00P-10:00P 113011-02 4/20-6/29 6:30P-10:30P Class Will Not Meet On: 5/25

This class is for adult players with some playing experience who are looking to get a workout and meet other players. The class will be a drill and play format, with the first half consisting of drills & hitting and the second half consisting of match play.

Age:....................16 years & older Instructor:.........Challenge Fitness Tennis Min/Max:...........4/8 Location:...........Sedgwick Park Fees:...................$108/R, $140/NR, $$119/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

113621-01 4/9-5/14 6:30P-8:00P

ADULT/TEEN JUJITSU (KM)

Danzan Ryu Jujitsu is a Japanese martial art developed in Hawaii. When translated into English, jujitsu means gentle, pliable, or flexible art. The gentleness of the art is expressed in the execution of the techniques, and is not reflected in the effect upon the attacker, except at the discretion of the person executing the technique. Using the techniques, a person may either control an attacker with minimum pain (neutralization), or use a technique designed to produce a great deal of pain. Additional fees include uniform (optional to purchase) and insurance fee (six months $20, 1 year $30) paid to the instructor.

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Age:....................13 years & older Instructor:.........Fil Guiterez Min/Max:...........5/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$120/R, $156/NR, $132/NN One-Day

$160/R, $208/NR, $176/NN Two-Day Day:.....................Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

112007-01 1/6-3/17 7:30P-9:00P 112007-02 1/8-3/19 7:30P-9:00P 112007-03 1/10-3/21 12:00P-1:30P 112007-04 1/6-3/21 Times Vary 112007-05 3/24-6/2 7:30P-9:00P 112007-06 3/26-6/4 7:30P-9:00P 112007-07 3/28-6/6 12:00P-1:30P 112007-08 3/24-6/6 Times Vary

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Release tension and develop total body fitness! In addition to self-defense skills, karate develops flexibility and muscle tone, all while improving core strength. From work to home, the benefits of karate can be felt in all aspects of life.

Age:....................15 years & older Instructor:.........Shotokan Karate Min/Max:...........6/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$105/R, $137/NR, $116 (01)

$138/R, $179/NR, $152/NN (02)

$95/R, $124/NR, $105/NN (03)

$125/R, 163/NR, $138/NN (04) Day:.....................Monday

Age:....................18 years & older Instructor:.........Wayne Solomon Min/Max:...........2/4 per agency Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$71/R, $92/NR, $78/NN Day:.....................TBD CODE DATES TIME

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113518-01 1/5-3/16 113518-02 1/5-3/16 113518-03 4/6-6/15 113518-04 4/6-6/15

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Class Will Not Meet On: 5/25

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ADULT GOLF (KM)

Our golf pro teaches you the fundamentals of this relaxing but challenging game. Instruction includes the fundamentals of gripping, chipping, driving and other advanced strokes. Golf balls provided. Bring your seven iron to the first class. Teens 1517 years old can register as long as a parent is also registered.

113504-01 TBD 113504-02 TBD 113504-03 TBD 113504-04 TBD

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FITNESS PROGRAMS CHILD CARE (DF)

Want to sign up for a class or walk the track, but need someone to watch your child? No problem, you can take your class while your child has fun of their own with the park district’s child care program! Your child will be supervised by qualified staff members and will enjoy many different activities. *Note: the park district staff does not change diapers, the parents will be contacted in the case of an accident. Parents must remain in the Recreation Center while child is in child care. You must call 2 days in advance to reserve your spot in child care. Please call the front desk at (708) 352-1762. Payment is due at the time of reservation. No refunds.

Age:....................1-8 years Instructor:.........Staff Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$4 per child/hour Day:.....................Wednesdays and Fridays Time:..................8:15am-11am Dates:.................1/6-5/2 No class 3/4 or 3/6 YOU MUST CALL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN CHILD CARE!

MORNING/AFTERNOON FITNESS CLASSES MONDAY

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Cycle & Sculpt 8:30-9:30A

Women’s Strength 8:30-9:30A

Yoga 8:30-9:30A Fit & Fab after Fifty 8:30-9:30A Cardio Kickboxing 10:00-11:00A

= Child care available.

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Women’s Strength 8:30-9:30A

50+ Express 8:30-9:15A

Cycle and Abs 8:15-9:15A

The Bender Barre Method 8:45-9:45A

Cycle & Sculpt 9:15-10:15A

Yoga 8:30-9:30A

Gentle Yoga 9:45-10:45A

Zumba Fitness 9:00-10:00A

Yoga & Med 9:30-10:30A

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= CHILDCARE OFFERED DURING THIS PROGRAM.

EVENING FITNESS CLASSES MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Yoga 5:30-6:25P

Yoga 6:00-7:00P

Zumba Fitness 6:30-7:30P

Cycle and Abs 6:30-7:30P

Toned & Strong 6:35-7:35P

The Bender Barre Method 6:30-7:30P

Zumba Step 7:40-8:40P

Toned & Strong 6:30-7:30P

Yoga & Med. 7:30-8:30A

Yoga Fitness 6:45-8:00P

Step Variety 7:40-8:40P

Yoga 7:15-8:15P

Step Variety 7:40-8:40P

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REGISTER EARLY! Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment a week before the program starts will be subject to cancellation.

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YOGA FOR THE IMMUNE SYSTEM (LG)

One Day Workshops GONG MEDITATION (LG)

Discover the unique spiritual resonance and healing abilities of the Earth Gong and Tibetan Singing Bowls. This event is sometimes called a “Sound Bath” or “Gong Bath” because you are bathed in sound and vibration, while remaining fully clothed, laying on the floor. The vibrations of the Earth Gong coaxes the brain into Alpha and/or Theta states, resulting in the autonomic nervous system switching to parasympathetic dominance.

When the brain goes into Alpha or Theta state, it slows the heart rate, lowers blood pressure, releases stored tension and toxins and more. It feels great! This is the perfect opportunity to meditate, contemplate or just relax and let yourself be energetically cleansed.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Danielle Dvorak Min/Max:...........10/40 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$29/R, $38/NR, $32/NN Day:.....................Sunday CODE DATES TIME

123606-01 1/25

4:00P-5:00P

YOGA FOR WINTER BLUES (LG)

Do you ever experience winter “blues”? Do you catch yourself feeling “down” once the holidays are over? Kelly has a special class for Seasonal Affective Disorder. Using yoga, meditation, breathing techniques and tips for practical living, Kelly will help you find coping mechanisms to survive this coming Chicago winter. With a collection of information and research, Kelly can help you survive the long Midwest winters. Please bring your yoga mat.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Kelly Herndon Min/Max:...........7/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$15/R, $20/NR, $17/NN Day:.....................Sunday CODE DATES TIME

123620-01 2/1

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While a healthy immune system is important any time of the year, during a Chicago winter it is especially appreciated. Kelly offers a look at our immune system from a yogic perspective.

This workshop includes:-discussing the immune and lymphatic systems-how to maintain a healthy immune system through diet, awareness and meditation-techniques for meditation and awareness-restorative asana practice, using props and poses specific for supporting the immune system. Join us and equip yourself with tools to maintain your good health! Please bring a yoga mat.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Kelly Herndon Min/Max:...........7/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$15/R, $20/NR, $17/NN Day:.....................Sunday CODE DATES TIME

123619-01 2/22

1:00P-2:30P

EASY YOGA POSES TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM (LG)

Trying to lose weight? Learn 10 poses which will aid you in stimulating your metabolism, thyroid and digestion. Bring a yoga mat. All newcomers to yoga welcome!

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Loni Alwin Min/Max:...........7/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$15/R, $20/NR, $17/NN Day:.....................Sunday CODE DATES TIME

123589-01 3/8

1:00P-2:30P

FITNESS MAKE UP PASS POLICY How it works: 1. Contact Laura Gallagher at 708-352-1762 or email her at lauragallagher@pdlg.org to obtain a “Make-Up” fitness pass.

2. Once verified, your pass will be at the Recreation Center front desk for pick up.

Please Note: • The pass color changes each session. Only current session color passes are accepted.

• Classes can only be made up after the missed class date. Please request a pass after the class is missed.

• Classes can only be made up during the current session. There are NO carry overs to the next session.

• Request your pass at least 48 hours prior to make up class.

• A photo ID is needed to collect the make-up pass. Only the registered participant can use the make-up class pass.

Non-Transferable.

• Contact the front desk at 708-352-1762 to check if the class you want to attend is running. Space is limited and registered participants have priority over make-up class participants.

GENTLE YOGA (LG)

Yoga Classes YOGA AND MEDITATION (LG)

In this hour long class, we will explore relaxing the brain and body through a short restorative Yoga practice in preparation for meditation (dhyana).Guided and mindfulness styles of meditation will be offered as well as instruction in the practice of Pranayama (control or direction of prana, energy and breath) that will be used to facilitate our journey to the core of our being. No prior yoga experience required. Dress in loose clothing and bring additional blankets or warm clothing to stay warm during mediation. “True meditation is when the knower, the knowledge and the known become one,” BKS Iyengar.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Dale Johnson Min/Max:...........7/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Thursday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123622-01 1/7-2/25 123622-02 3/11-4/29 123622-03 1/8-2/26 123622-04 3/12-4/30

Wed Wed Thurs Thurs

7:30P-8:30P 7:30P-8:30P 9:30A-10:30A 9:30A-10:30A

This class is ideal for people of all sizes, ages, and fitness levels.

Gain added flexibility, strength and calmness. And, do it with the enjoyment that comes with doing things SLOWLY. Dress comfortably and bring an exercise mat. Co-op LP Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Kelly Herndon Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Friday

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Missed one of your fitness classes? No problem! At the Park District of La Grange, you are able to make up classes you miss by attending any other fitness class that is running for the current session! This allows you added flexibility and provides you with the full benefit of your fitness class.

CODE DATES TIME

123506-01 1/9-2/27 9:45A-10:45A 123506-02 3/13-5/1 9:45A-10:45A

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YOGA LEVEL 2 (LG)

YOGA (LG)

Experience the benefits of Hatha yoga: flexibility and strength, complimented with relaxation and calming. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Co-op LP Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Theresa Mikuls (Mon and Sat)

Sue Chilton (Tues)

Kelly Herndon (Wed) Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$59/R, $77/NR, $65/NN Day:.....................Tuesday

Deepen your practice with Yoga Level 2. Build flexibility, strength, and stamina with this dynamic class that connects breath with movement. Designed for the serious yoga student, poses flow together through rhythmic and fluid transitions.

Move beyond beginner yoga with more challenging postures such as arm balances, inversions, and backbends. Prior yoga experience highly recommended. Please bring a sticky mat.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Alice Gallagher Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123520-01 1/6-2/24 7:15P-8:15P 123520-02 3/10-4/28 7:15P-8:15P 123520-03 1/7-2/25 8:30A-9:30A 123520-04 3/11-4/29 8:30A-9:30A 123520-05 1/10-2/28 8:30A-9:30A 123520-06 3/14-5/2 8:30A-9:30A 123520-07 1/6-2/24 6:00P-7:00P 123520-08 3/10-4/28 6:00P-7:00P 123520-09 1/5-2/23 5:30P-6:30P 123520-10 3/9-4/27 5:30P-6:30P

Tues Tues Wed Wed Sat Sat Tues Tues Mon Mon

123539-01 1/8-2/26 6:45P-8:00P 123539-02 3/12-4/30 6:45P-8:00P

THE BENDER BARRE METHOD (LG)

No dance experience and no barre needed! Come and enjoy a different approach to traditional barre programs that blends the best of yoga, ballet, pilates and strength. Our workouts will focus on improving flexibility, range of motion and balance. Get ready to sculpt long, lean muscles and improve core strength.

All levels welcome. Please bring a yoga mat and towel to class.

A water bottle is recommended.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Linda Guggenheim Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Tuesday or Thursday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123617-01 1/8-2/26 8:45A-9:45A Thurs 123617-02 3/12-4/30 8:45A-9:45A Thurs 123617-03 1/6-2/24 6:30P-7:30P Tues 123617-04 3/10-4/28 6:30P-7:30P Tues

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CYCLE & ABS (LG)

Cycle Classes

A strong cycle workout followed by intense ab work. Need we say more?

CYCLE & SCULPT (LG)

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Chris Brunet (Sat)

Kara Smith (Thurs) Min/Max:...........7/14 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Thursday or Saturday

This workout is about burning calories and saving time! High energy intervals of spin alternate with strength training. Balance out your cycling workout with muscle work too! Open to all levels. Bring a water bottle & exercise mat.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Freya Smith Min/Max:...........7/14 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Monday or Friday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123501-01 1/5-2/23 123501-02 3/9-4/27 123501-03 1/9-2/27 123501-04 3/13-5/1

Mon Mon Fri Fri

8:30A-9:30A 8:30A-9:30A 9:15A-10:15A 9:15A-10:15A

CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123519-01 1/8-2/26 6:30P-7:30P 123519-02 3/12-4/30 6:30P-7:30P 123519-03 1/10-2/28 8:15A-9:15A 123519-04 3/14-5/2 8:15A-9:15A

Thurs Thurs Sat Sat

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ZUMBA FITNESS (LG)

Cardio Classes CARDIO KICKBOXING (LG)

Discover your strength and attitude in this 60 minute nonstop class. Join Chris for an intense cardio workout with jabs, punches, blocks, kicks and easy to follow combinations. A great way to kick your butt into shape!

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Chris Brunet Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Wednesday CODE DATES TIME

123618-01 1/7-2/25 10:00A-11:00A 123618-02 3/11-4/29 10:00A-11:00A

Join the Zumba party and dance to a variety of world rhythms like salsa, merengue, cumbia, bellydance, Bollywood and reggaeton. This cardio workout will get your heart pumping and body moving in no time! All fitness levels are welcome and no prior dance experience is necessary. You’ll have so much fun, you won’t even realize it’s exercise! Find out what the Zumba craze is all about.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Cinthia Mascorro (Wed)

Cecilia Bravo (Sat) Min/Max:...........7/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Wednesday or Saturday CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123538-01 1/7-2/25 123538-02 3/11-4/29 123538-03 1/10-2/28 123538-04 3/14-5/2

Wed Wed Sat Sat

6:30P-7:30P 6:30P-7:30P 9:00A-10:00A 9:00A-10:00A

ZUMBA STEP (LG)

STEP VARIETY (LG)

Increase your cardio and strength results by alternating step aerobics, weight resistance, and low-impact moves. Calorie-burn high with fast results! Bring a mat and water bottle. All other equipment provided. Co-op LP & WS. Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Michelle Bearman (Mon)

Kara Smith (Thurs) Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Monday or Thursday

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Cinthia Mascorro Min/Max:...........7/20 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$69/R, $90/NR, $76/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123523-01 1/5-2/23 123523-02 3/9-4/27 123523-03 1/8-2/26 123523-04 3/12-4/30

Mon Mon Thurs Thurs

7:40P-8:40P 7:40P-8:40P 7:40P-8:40P 7:40P-8:40P

Take your body workouts and calorie burning to new heights with Zumba® Step, the newest Zumba® program. Tone and strengthen glutes and legs with a gravity-defying blend of Zumba routines and step aerobics. No previous step experience needed.

CODE DATES TIME

123621-01 1/7-2/25 7:40P-8:40P 123621-02 3/11-4/29 7:40P-8:40P

“I often do (recommend the Step Variety class).

It will boost anyone’s fitness level and is a fun and challenging class.”

– Anonymous, Participant Feedback Survey

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WHY ARE THERE INITIALS NEXT TO THE PROGRAMS?

(LG-Laura Gallagher, DF-Diana Faught, KM-Kevin Miller, TS-Teresa Skrzynski) They represent the staff member responsible for that program. This will help you connect with the right person to answer your questions.

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- Childcare Offered During This Program |

Strength/Conditioning Classes

Senior Fitness Classes

WOMEN’S STRENGTH (LG)

50+ EXPRESS (LG)

Ladies of all ages can join this strength training class. We use resistance balls, weights, tubing and bands and our own body weight. If you are interested in working on bone density, balance, body composition, back and abs and overall toning, this is the class for you. Besides the warm up and the strength portion, there will be mild stretching with peaceful music before we leave class. Comfortable clothes, a mat and water bottle are all you need.

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Nancy Knop Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Tuesday or Thursday

- New Class

Spend just 45 minutes using stability balls, hand weights and tubing for a full body workout geared to active boomers. Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes. Don’t forget your waterbottle!

Age:....................50 years and older Instructor:.........Linda Guggenheim Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center *Fees:.................$47/R, $61/NR, $52/NN Day:.....................Friday CODE DATES TIME

123599-01 1/9-2/27 8:30A-9:15A 123599-02 3/13-5/1 8:30A-9:15A

CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123615-01 1/6-2/24 8:30A-9:30A 123615-02 3/10-4/28 8:30A-9:30A 123615-03 1/8-2/26 8:30A-9:30A 123615-04 3/12-4/30 8:30A-9:30A

Tues Tues Thurs Thurs

FIT AND FAB AFTER FIFTY (LG)

Keep active and stay fit. We will work on strength, flexibility and balance with the aid of light hand weights and resistance bands, which are provided. Suitable for all fitness levels. Bring a mat and water bottle and be prepared to have fun and feel fabulous.

TONED N STRONG (LG)

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Linda Guggenheim Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center *Fees:.................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Wednesday

Age:....................16 years and older Instructor:.........Michelle Bearman (Mon)

Loni Alwin (Thurs) Min/Max:...........7/15 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$56/R, $73/NR, $62/NN Day:.....................Monday or Thursday

123616-01 1/7-2/25 8:30A-9:30A 123616-02 3/11-4/29 8:30A-9:30A

Let us help you become toned and strong as we focus on toning and firming all of the muscles. Participants will learn the correct way to warm-up, stretch, and condition the major muscle groups. Xertubes tubes and small weights will be provided.

Bring a mat and water bottle. Aerobic shoes are recommended.

Co-op LP & WS.

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OTHER SYMBOLS:

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CODE DATES TIME

*10% Senior discount already applied to fee.

CODE DATES TIME

DAY

123518-01 1/5-2/23 6:35P-7:35P 123518-02 3/9-4/27 6:35P-7:35P 123518-03 1/8-2/26 6:30P-7:30P 123518-04 3/12-4/30 6:30P-7:30P

Mon Mon Thurs Thurs

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70 NEED TRANSPORTATION TO THE REC CENTER? THE TOWNSHIP OF LYONS - SENIOR TRANSPORTATION

Anyone who lives in the Township of Lyons and is 60 years or older can use their bus transportation system.

Contact them at 708-354-0292 for more information.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY SOCIAL (TS)

Seniors, put on your green and come on over to the park district to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!!! We will spend the afternoon in a leprechaun’s paradise with tons of games, food, socializing, fun, and green! Bring your friends and get ready to party! This is a free event, but please register so we can get enough refreshments for everyone. Registration deadline is March 6th. Sponsored by Meadowbrook Manor.

Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........10/50 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Friday

SPONSORED BY

CODE DATES TIME

133000-01 3/13

12:00P-2:00P

AGING CARE CONNECTIONS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

Those living in South Proviso Township and Riverside Township and are 60 years or older have access to their taxi cab voucher. Contact them at 708-354-1323 for more information.

Fitness classes for seniors on page 69.

55 + LEISURE DAY (TS)

Tuesday is 55 + Leisure Day at the Park District! Come on down to the park district for some fun and games!! Cards and dice will be provided for a variety of games for you to play while you socialize with others. Feel free to bring other games you wish to enjoy as well. Pinochle is also played every Tuesday! Game starts promptly at 11:45 am Age:....................55 years & older Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Tuesday Dates:.................1/6-5/26 Time:..................11:45-3:00P

THE SURPRISE BRIDGE STAKES CLUB (TS)

Join others for an afternoon of Bridge at the Recreation Center!

This is a congenial, intermediate contract bridge mix. No partners needed. Tables will be made up as players arrive. Going for the Gold prizes!

Age:....................55 years & older Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$1 at the door Day:.....................Wednesday Dates:.................1/7-5/27 Time:..................1:00-4:00P

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Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........4/10 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$5/R, $7/NR, $9/NN Day:.....................Thursday

BREAKFAST & BINGO (TS)

Breakfast will be served first at 10 a.m. Bingo will follow and the lucky winners will win all kinds of great prizes. This is not a cash bingo. The breakfast will be Continental style with coffee or tea.

All are welcome. Registration deadline is Tuesday, March 17.

Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Staff Min/Max:...........10/25 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$7/R, $9/NR, $ 8/NN Day:.....................Tuesday

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SPRING SCRABBLEGANZA (TS)

Have a way with words? Join your fellow Scrabble enthusiasts to vie for the ultimate Scrabble championship! First place will take home the Scrabble championship trophy, but no one will leave empty-handed—everyone will receive a gift, just for participating! Light refreshments will be served. Get in the game and have fun! Registration deadline is Thursday, April 2nd. Co-op LP

CODE DATES TIME

133031-01 3/24

10:00A-11:30A

CODE DATES TIME

133022-01 4/9

11:00A-1:00P

WALK FOR HEALTH (TS)

Join others for a walk at the Recreation Center. There will be a different speaker each month and refreshments will also be available. Walk what you can; every step you take is “A Step in the Right Direction.” This is a free program sponsored by the La Grange Aging Well Initiative Group

Trips on page 60.

Age:....................55 years & older Location:...........Recreation Center Day:.....................Wednesday Dates:.................1/21, 2/18, 3/18, 4/15, 5/20 Time:..................10:30-12:00P

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AFFORDABLE CARE ACT 101: WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT (TS)

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM (TS)

This class is a great driver’s review class and certificate of completion may get you a discount on your automobile liability insurance. Advance registration is necessary and payment is due the day of class to AARP instructor (credit cards are not accepted and payment will not be taken at registration) and you must complete both days. The fee is $20 non-AARP members and $15 for AARP members. Registration deadline is January 12.

Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Richard Josd Min/Max:...........5/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................$20 non-AARP members and $15 for AARP

members. Payment is taken day of class.

Day:.....................Thursday &Friday CODE DATES TIME

133664-01 1/15-1/16 1:00P-5:00P

MEDICARE 101: MEDICARE MADE EASY (TS)

Maribeth Fencl is a licensed insurance broker certified to work with Affordable Care Act plans and assist people in qualifying for subsidies. She partners with multiple carriers like BCBS, Humana, AARP, and other Affordable Care Act Plans. Education on our new Obama Care initiative provides knowledge and peace of mind in choosing the right individual health plans for you and your family. Learn how to navigate our new individual health plans. Topics include: 1) Open enrollment periods; 2) Qualifying for subsidies; and 3) Medicaid initiatives as part of the Affordable Care Act. Attendees will benefit from this program if: 1) they are currently on or losing COBRA health coverage; 2) they are under 65 and need a health plan to bridge coverage; and 3) they would like to learn more about the Affordable Care Act (aka, Obama Care). Registration deadline is February 12.

Age:....................55 years and older Instructor:.........Maribeth Fencl Min/Max:...........5/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Thursday CODE DATES TIME

133666-02 2/19

7:00P-8:30P

RETIREMENT 101: A ROAD MAP TO COVERING RETIREMENT INCOME (TS)

Maribeth Fencl is a licensed insurance broker certified by Medicare. She partners with multiple carriers like BCBS, Humana, AARP, Equitable, Heartland and Combined Insurance. Medicare education provides knowledge and peace of mind in choosing the right Medicare health plan. Learn how to navigate Medicare by understanding Original Medicare A & B as well as the difference between Medicare Advantage programs versus Medicare Supplements. Explore how Medicare Part D plans work. Attendees will benefit from this program if: 1) they will soon be eligible for Medicare; 2) they are already on Medicare, but losing their group retiree benefits; 3) they serve as a caregiver to a Medicare beneficiary; and 4) they would like to learn more about all parts of Medicare. Registration deadline is March 3.

Take a look at three major areas that impact on retirement costs: providing supplementary income during retirement, health insurance options, and cost savings opportunities. Discover ways to maximize IRA earnings. Look at ways to cut employee health care costs. Learn about senior discount opportunities. Attendees will benefit from this program if: 1) they are thinking about retirement; 2) they are already retired; or 3) they have retired parents impacted by the economy; and 4) they would like to learn more about retirement cost savings and income opportunities. Registration deadline is April 16.

Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Maribeth Fencl Min/Max:...........5/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Tuesday

Age:....................55 years & older Instructor:.........Maribeth Fencl Min/Max:...........5/30 Location:...........Recreation Center Fees:...................FREE Day:.....................Thursday

CODE DATES TIME

133665-02 3/10

10:00A-11:30A

CODE DATES TIME

133667-02 4/23

7:00P-8:30P

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4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Phone: (630) 960-7600 • Fax: (630) 960-7601 Providing year round recreation programs for individuals with special needs.

Check us out on the WEB, www.seaspar.org or call (630) 960-7600 for additional information.

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74 FINANCIAL REPORT

At the Park District of La Grange, we want you to understand how important you are to our mission. Our mission is to provide quality recreation programs, facilities, and parks that enhance the health, happiness and quality of life of Park District residents and program participants. We appreciate your support and invite you to visit your local parks and facilities.

PARK DISTRICT REVENUE

FY 2014 Revenues *

The Park District has several different revenue sources from taxes and fees to grants and bonds.

Recreation User Fees............................$1,619,334 36.9%

The majority of the Park District’s working revenue comes from property taxes and recreation user fees which includes both program activity fees and rental fees for the use of the Park District facilities. One of our management goals was to reduce property tax revenue as a percentage of total revenue to 65% or less. The expansion of our programs has helped us to achieve this goal.

WHAT SHARE OF YOUR PROPERTY TAX BILL GOES TO THE PARK DISTRICT?

Property Tax..............................................2,688,857

61.2%

Replacement Taxes.......................................43,662

1.0%

Donations.......................................................... 6,300

0.1%

Interest.............................................................. 21,895

0.5%

Miscellaneous..................................................12,819

0.3%

Total Revenue.........................................$4,392,867

100%

*does not include debt issuance or capital grants

0.000

Other Agencies

DuPage Community College

1.000

Water Reclamation

2.000

Park District of La Grange

3.000

County of Cook

4.000

School Districts

5.000

Village of La Grange

6.000

Village of La Grange Library

Often, residents are not aware that the Park District is a separate taxing body from the Village of La Grange. The Park District is governed by a five member Board of Commissioners that is elected by the residents. As a separate governmental entity, the Park District has the ability to levy and collect taxes on all taxable property within the District. Based on a typical 2013 tax bill approximately 5 cents of every tax dollar comes to the Park District of La 2013 Tax Rate by Agency Grange.

7.000

6.189 1.12 .488 .66 .48 .417 .323 .247

The Cook County Assessor’s Office calculates the Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) on business and personal properties annually to help determine the amount of property taxes to be paid per business or household. Based on the results of these assessed values, the Park District uses its current tax rate to draw revenue from each property’s EAV to support and provide its public service. In 2013, the tax rate for the Park District of La Grange was .48.

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FINANCIAL REPORT 75 PARK DISTRICT EXPENSES

The majority of the Park District revenue is put towards recreational program expenses and general governmental costs for maintaining the Park District’s parks and facilities which include 10 park sites, 11 playgrounds, 54 athletic fields and courts, 3 batting cages and five walking paths.

BUDGET & REPORTING

Our Fiscal Year: May 1- April 30

FY 2014 Expenditures General Government................................ $778,813

12%

Program Expenses.....................................2,105,513

31%

Pension & FICA.............................................. 230,576

3%

Capital Outlay.............................................2,460,272

37%

Debt Service................................................1,112,866

17%

Total Expenditures................................. $6,688,040

100%

The Park District prepares an annual budget to manage its fiscal year of revenue and expenses. The staff works diligently to assure that the budget is balanced. The Park Board approves the budget each year by adopting an annual Budget & Appropriation Ordinance. Prior to adoption, the ordinance is posted for public inspection, and a public hearing is held to allow for comments and questions by residents. Our annual budget, along with other Park District information can be found on our website at www.pdlg.org.

EXCELLENCE IN REPORTING

At the conclusion of each fiscal year, the Park District prepares a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) that clearly communicates the financial condition of the Park District and provides details on activities and balances for the fiscal year.

In addition, the Park District’s finances are audited by a professional, independent auditor. A formal auditor’s report is provided to the Park District on internal control and compliance, as well as the findings of the audit.

The Government Finance Officers Association has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the Park District of La Grange for 19 consecutive years. To achieve this award, the District’s CAFR must clearly communicate its financial story to the reader and satisfy all the applicable legal requirements and generally accepted accounting principles.

OPERATING BUDGET

The Park District of La Grange continues to operate with a surplus in its operating budget. The operating budget includes all revenues and expenses except those from bonds or for capital projects.

INVESTING IN CAPITAL PROJECTS

Each year, the District prepares a capital budget for repairs and/or replacement of equipment or amenities. The capital projects are financed with a combination of non-referendum bond money, grants and surplus from the operations budget.

Although many capital projects were completed during the last fiscal year, the major emphasis was on the completion of the renovation of Gordon Park. Some of the new assets added to this park were a restroom building, park shelter, playground equipment, splash pad and skate spot. More important but not as noticeable were the storm drains, sewer lift station, grading and landscaping.

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76 GENERAL INFORMATION LATE PICK-UP POLICY The Park District of La Grange staff will supervise children who are left beyond the scheduled time until a parent or other authorized adult on the pick-up list arrives. However, late pickups will result in a fee. Payment of the late fee is to be paid at the Recreation Center located at 536 East Avenue BEFORE your child can attend the next day of camp/class. If you have any questions, please call Laura Gallagher at 352-1762.

1-15 minutes late = $5.00 Every minute after that = $1.00

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Park District of La Grange is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of participants in the highest regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize, however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities.

The Park District of La Grange continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participant’s safety.

Please recognize that the Park District of La Grange does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs.

The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive; therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review their own medical insurance policy for coverage. It must also be noted that the absence of medical insurance coverage does not make the Park District of La Grange automatically responsible for the payment of medical expenses.

The Park District of La Grange requires that all program participants or legal guardians sign a Liability Waiver and Release form at the time of registration. This form must be signed prior to participation in any Park District program. Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated.

PARK USAGE RULES

For your Safety and Protection....CERTAIN LOCAL RULES ARE ESTABLISHED BY THE BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS SO THAT ALL MAY ENJOY THE PARKS SAFELY. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING RULES. 1. No dogs are allowed in the parks.

2. No alcoholic beverages are allowed in any park areas.

3. No driving or parking of cars, motorcycles or snowmobiles are allowed in any grass area or sportsfield.

4. No weapons of any type may be carried by anyone in the park except by the police. This includes slingshots, pellet guns or guns which are in a case.

5. No smoking within any Park District buildings.

6. No golfing in the parks. Youth Golf Program participants are exempt from this rule during scheduled golf lessons.

7. Parks are open from sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted.

Exceptions apply to lighted areas (i.e. courts, fields, etc.)

PROGRAM CODE OF CONDUCT

To ensure enjoyable and safe programs for all participants, the Park District of La Grange has developed a behavior code. Participants shall: • Show respect to all participants and staff.

• Refrain from using foul language.

• Refrain from causing bodily harm.

• Show respect to equipment, supplies, and facilities.

Additional rules are developed for specific programs as deemed necessary by staff.

PROGRAM FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Financial Assistance Policy of the Park District of La Grange is established to provide a fair and equitable system through which District residents may take part in recreation programs when they are unable to pay the required fees.

Partial program fee waivers may be granted for Park District of La Grange residents for certain programs. Any family who would like to see if they are eligible for a scholarship may obtain an application from the Park District of La Grange Administration Office at 536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525.

CO-OP PROGRAMMING

If the graphic symbol appears next to a program title, it is a CO-OP, and resident rates apply for all agencies indicated. All participating agencies must achieve minimum enrollment for a class to be held.

There are three reasons why park districts and recreation departments typically offer programs in cooperation with another agency. Reason #1 is because individually each agency does not have the population base to support a program. Reason #2 is that one of the agencies does not have the facility to offer a program. Reason #3 is that both agencies can increase the variety of programs offered to their residents.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

The Park District of La Grange is committed to accessibility for individuals with disabilities and strives to provide equal, integrated participation in all programs, activities and services. The Park District’s policy is to reasonably accommodate all qualified program applicants in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We welcome the questions, comments and concerns of interested community members regarding District ADA compliance.

To arrange for auxiliary aids or accommodations enabling individuals with disabilities to participate in Park District public meetings, or to request publications in a special format (such as audiocassette or large print), contact the Superintendent of Recreation by calling (708) 352-1762 or by writing to 536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525.

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GENERAL INFORMATION 77 INCLUSIVE RECREATION PROGRAMS

In a continuing effort to meet the needs of residents with special needs, SEASPAR and the Park District of La Grange provide inclusive recreation services. This means that individuals with disabilities participate in programs offered by the Park District.

This inclusive recreation environment provides residents with disabilities greater choices for their leisure time and allows all residents to learn about one another as they participate together.

Let the Park District and SEASPAR know of your special needs interests so that we can provide the support necessary for successful inclusion.

By communicating your needs, the Park District and SEASPAR can be prepared to provide you with appropriate services. Please contact the Superintendent of Recreation to convey your needs.

PHOTOGRAPHS

The Park District of La Grange uses pictures of participants in its programs and special events to inform others of these recreational opportunities. We do not use any identification in our brochure. If you do not want a picture taken, please tell our photographer.

GIVE THE GIFT OF FUN!

A gift certificate for a recreation program or activity is the perfect gift for anyone. You can purchase a gift certificate at the Park District Office at 536 East Avenue, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Park District of La Grange is often looking for qualified, enthusiastic people for a variety of positions. Applications for part time jobs are accepted year round. Persons interested in teaching or supervising a recreation program should contact the recreation department at (708) 352-1762. Persons interested in working in our parks and maintenance department should call (708) 352-1762. Applications can be picked up at the Park District office at 536 East Avenue. The Park District of La Grange is an equal opportunity employer.

"Be Our Eyes" is the Park District of La Grange's park watch initiative, encouraging our residents and park patrons to serve as another pair of "eyes" for the park district and to report suspicious activity. If you take notice of any of the following activities, or anything that seems "fishy," please call 911 to report it.

See something.

Suspicious activity to watch for and report • Screaming, yelling or fighting • Solicitors • Someone looking into parked cars • Sound of breaking glass • People in the park after hours • People exhibiting unusual behavior • Substance abuse • Fire or fireworks

Say something.

Information needed when you call When you call 911, please try to be as specific as possible about the situation and the details.

• What is happening?

• Where is it happening?

• If the situation already occurred, when did it happen?

• Who is involved?

• Is anyone hurt?

Description of People and Vehicles If people or vehicles are involved in the incident, be as specific as possible when describing them.

People • Age • Gender • Race • Height • Weight • Clothing • Unique identifying characteristics

Vehicles • License plate state/number • Make • Model • Color • Damage to vehicle • Direction of travel • Unique identifying characteristics

PARK AND FACILITY RENTAL PERMITS

Need a convenient site to hold an organization or business meeting? Want an indoor space to hold a child’s birthday party? Would an outdoor playing field, court or pavilion be the perfect spot for a family reunion? Now is the time to start planning for these events, and the Park District of La Grange can help with their indoor and outdoor facility rental space!

The Park District has both indoor and outdoor facilities that can be rented by the hour for family functions, club and school activities, civic group meetings or athletic events. Facilities, such as the Community Center, Recreation Center, ball fields, tennis courts, picnic shelters and soccer fields can be reserved. Please keep in mind that all facilities may not be available as Park District programs have the first priority for all facilities.

To reserve a facility, both residents and non-residents age 21 or older must complete an application in advance and file the application at the Park District of La Grange administrative offices, 536 East Avenue, during regular office hours. A minimum security deposit of $100 is due at time of application. Specific cancellation policies and refund fee information is available upon application of site. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis.

For more information about renting a park site or facility, contact the Park District at (708) 352-1762.

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COMMEMORATIVE TREE PROGRAM

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A commemorative tree is a perfect way to: • Celebrate a marriage, anniversary, or birth • Remember a loved one • • Recognize an event, organization or person •

Your tree can be purchased anytime during the year starting at $325, depending on species. Trees are planted the following spring by an outside contractor.

Standard tree sizes range from 2 to 2 1⁄2” diameter and 5 to 10’ in height.

Your tree will be maintained by the Park District. This includes watering, mulching and pruning.

5X7 bronze plaques are available for the additional price of $300.

Park staff will help you select a planting site as well as tree species.

Contact us at 352-1762 to begin the process.

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Community Center 200 S. Washington Ave.

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Denning Park 4903 S. Gilbert Ave.

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Elm Park Elm & Stone Ave.

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Gilbert Park 41st St. & Gilbert Ave.

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Preschool Building, Playground, Half-Court Basketball Court, 2 T-Ball Fields, 4 Tennis Courts*, Walking/Jogging Path

Gordon Park Ogden & Tilden Ave. Newly Renovated!

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Stone Park Bell & Stone Ave.

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Rotary Centennial Park 116 Sawyer Ave.

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Spring Park 53rd St. & Spring Ave.

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Waiola Park 47th St. & Waiola Ave.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Early Bird Registration Discount

10% off weekly session fees when you register during the months of February and March.

Camp Tiny Tots • Camp Mighty Munchkins Camp-A-Palooza • Camp Quest Camp-A-Palooza • Camp Quest • Adventure Camp See pages 25-26 and 39-41 for details.

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