Founded in 1911, the Community House is a non-profit organization promoting sports, educational, and arts programming for children and adults. The historic building features a tness center, theater, rental space and garden. As an independent 501(c)(3) we receive no tax dollars and rely on donations, memberships and program fees to sustain our organization. The Community House is proud to have served generations of Winnetka residents and North Shore families.
Members and Non-Members from Winnetka and surrounding communities are welcome to participate in any of our classes, programs, lectures, and events.
For a once-yearly membership fee you will enjoy priority registration and special pricing for all classes and programs.
Membership: mycommunityhouse.org
We greatly appreciate and rely on our generous donors to bring high-quality sports, educational, and arts programming to the community. A portion of our yearly operating budget comes from donors just like you! Please consider making a tax-deductible gift of any size.
Donations can be made:
• In person: Community House reception desk
• Phone: (847) 881-9362
• Mail: Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093
• Website: mycommunityhouse.org/giving
Looking to get involved, consider becoming a Community House volunteer! We rely on our wonderful volunteers to help host many popular community events. We can’t do it without you!
• Volunteer: (847) 446-0537
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093
Ph: (847) 446-0537
mycommunityhouse.org
Neil Golden, Chair
Peter Eatherton, Vice Chair
Marcia Sutter, Secretary
Rob Schriesheim, Treasurer
Sally Anderson, Member at Large
Susan Snyder, Member at Large
Raheela Anwar
Lee Betsill
Susan Cellmer
Van Crocker
Hunter Davis
Courtney Finlayson
Kim Frezados
Bob Gauch
Betsy Hammond
Duncan Healy
Tommy Hudgins
Kate Kligora
Betsy Landes
Jordan Prager
Emily Rose
Anne Crum Ross
Steven Soehn
Kate Uniowski
Susanna Ver Eecke
Carrie Compall, CTW President
Elizabeth Stucker, Woman’s Board President
Amy Skalinder, President
Kate Brower, Finance Manager
Mike Buscher, Director of Operations
Michael Demiglio, Maintenance Manager
Patrice Eason, Of ce Manager
Cam Johnson, Director of Advancement
Andrea Koran, Marketing Manager
Patti Ruiz, Program Manager
Mark Schusteff, Facility Manager
Jeff Wahl, Program Manager
Kelsey Wright, Advancement & Events Manager
The mission of the Community House is to enrich the lives of North Shore residents, their families and friends by providing diverse educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for people of all ages. This 501(c)(3) nonpro t organization is funded through our programs and the generosity of our donors.
For persons with disabilities, the Community House is accessible from the north parking lot at the canopied entrance off the Pine Street parking lot, or through the south entrances.
Cover Photo: Basketball class in Community House Gymnasium
Formed in 1976, The Woman’s Board supports our mission by contributing critical funds to our operating budget each year through its fundraising efforts. The Woman’s Board also organizes and guides a Junior Board for high school students. Want to get involved? Contact any member of the Woman’s Board or call the Community House at (847) 446-0537.
Elizabeth Stucker, President
Dominique Birchmeier
Sarah Boulos
Sheila Canmann
Amy Capocchi
Danielle Cashman
Julie Cassin
Carolyn Clark
Christina Cripe
Kristen Cross
Julia DeNapoli
Kim Downey
Anya Dudek
Jennifer Eilers
Jessica Fay
Katie Flanigan
Michele Giczewski
Gina Gooden
Elyse Hahner
Kim Half
Kristen Hayes
Cristina Hazday
Cricket King
Kathryn Kish
Kate Kligora
Kelly Laszlo
Meredith Lussen
Amy Maciejewski
Tara Maher
Kristin Mahr
Anne Malone
Julie McCauley
Colleen Miczek
Cindy Monnig
Susan Nelson
Jessica Newell
Abigail O’Brien
Patty O’Connell
Alyssa Quinn
Beth Quintana
Laura Roche
Kim Ronan
Lucy Sander
Christina Self
Laura Senner
Sarah Sims
Elizabeth Smartt
Katie Smith
Julie Stracks
Amy Swartchild
Tria Thomas
Melanie Walsh
Shayne Welch
Stephanie Wheat
Patty Kelly (PK) Wilson
Stacey Wilson
Linnette Wolfberg
Amanda Zick
Let us host your next child’s birthday party! We offer an array of fun and unique-themed parties. Each party package is $300 for 1 1/2 hours (unless otherwise noted) for up to 20 children with $5 for each additional guest. The packages include 45 minutes of entertainment/instruction with an additional 45 minutes use of our dedicated party room space.
FOR INFO CONTACT MARK SCHUSTEFF AT MARKS@MYWCH.ORG OR (847) 881-9370
This special party features balloon art by the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. The talented balloon artist will create classics such as dogs, butter ies, swords, giraffes and much more! Children will enjoy decorating their animals and can take them home at the end of the party.
Hoops4Health will have their highly-trained staff set up fun basketball games such as a 3-point contest, dribbling contest, and a hot shot contest. Winners will receive prizes!
Our experienced performers attract and hold a child’s attention. Parties can include balloon animals, games, kooky magic, and interactive dance!
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a glam day on your birthday! Each child receives a makeover with nail polish, make-up, and clip-in hair extensions in fun neon colors. The party nale is a fabulous fashion show to music on the Purple Satin Carpet (fun props will be provided!). Each child will also design an adorable, beaded bracelet to take home. $320 for up to 8 guests; $400 for 9-14 guests; $450 for 15-20 guests
Expect ribbon dancing, interactive story time, sing alongs, princess training, themed games and much more! Choose your favor ite movie princess as your theme!
Abracadabra! Children will enjoy an amaz ing display of magical tricks at this exciting party! Our professional magicians gear their magic to children of all ages.
5-12
This show is an interactive blend of magic with music, games and contests. Our child-friendly magical performance includes many opportunities for children to help with the tricks. After the magic show our performer will lead children in games, age appropriate music, television trivia, and fun dances.
6-12
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a day of pam pering! Each child receives a pedicure and manicure complete with soaking, scrubbing, buf ng, and polishing of nails and toes. A foot and nail brush, cuticle stick and mini buffer are used as take-home items. Each child designs an adorable, beaded bracelet to take home as well.
$320 for up to 8 guests; $400 for 9-14 guests; $450 for 15-20 guests
6-12
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a rockin’ good time! Each child will receive a “Rock” make-over complete with make-up, spar kles, and clip-in hair extensions in fun neon colors.The party will have a dance nale with fun favorites like Freeze Dance & Limbo! Each child designs an adorable, beaded bracelet to take home too.
$320 for up to 8 guests; $400 for 9-14 guests; $450 for 15-20 guests
If your child loves sports, this is the perfect birthday party! A trained instructor will lead guests in sporting activities such as bas ketball, dodge ball, oor hockey and more. Children are sure to work up an appetite for birthday cake!
$300 for up to 20 guests; More than 20 guests require a second instructor w/additional cost.
What do you get when you cross the Olym pic games with scooters, hula-hoops, and balloons? You get Wacky Relays! Loads of fun for all your guests.
Using music, movement, stories, and games, children’s imagination will be engaged while learning popular yoga poses, breathing techniques, and medita tion. We can cater to any theme, or we have customized themes to choose from. $300 for up to 10 guests, $400 for 11 to 20 guests
Thanksgiving Break: Basketball Camp
This camp will feature drills that focus on ball handling, passing, hand/eye coordina tion, defense, and shooting skills. It will also feature over 10 drills that the players can do at home. The session will conclude with scrimmages. Players will be grouped by age and should bring their own ball.
Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $102
Jr K-Grade 1
16224 M,Tu,W,F 12:30-1:30 pm 11/21-11/25
Grade 2-8
16225 M,Tu,W,F 1:30-3 pm 11/21-11/25
NO CLASS: 11/24
Thanksgiving Break: Total Sports Camp
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Holiday Camp where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. Focus will be on helping the kids with teamwork and fun damentals while playing a variety of sports. Prizes and awards will be given out, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6
M: $200 / NM: $276
16263 M,Tu,W,F 9 am-Noon 11/21-11/25
NO CLASS: 11/24
Winter Break: Basketball Camp
Our Winter Break camp will hit on all facets of the game, including guard/post devel opment, defense, plyometrics, hand-eye coordination, footwork, dribbling, basketball cuts, screen and roll situations, learning the art of the jumpshot, game situations, and building a basketball IQ so players can make quick, smart decisions on the court. The Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game over the holidays!
Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $141
Jr K-Grade 1
16226 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 12/26-12/30
16232 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 1/2-1/6 Grade 2-8
16230 M-F 1:30-3 pm 12/26-12/30
16233 M-F 1:30-3 pm 1/2-1/6
Winter Break: Basketball All-Star Night!
Our traditional All-Star Night is a great opportunity for players to come out and showcase their skills! We’ll have a Skills Challenge, Shooting Stars Competition, Slam Dunk Contest, an All-Star Game, and plenty of prizes, along with a pizza party!
Jr K-Grade 8
M / NM: $75
16234 Sa 4-7 pm 1/7
Winter Break Basketball Camp
2-Week Package: WITH All-Star Night
M / NM: $294
Jr. K-Grade 1
16227 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 12/26-1/6 Sa 4-7 pm 1/7 Grade 2-8
16231 M-F 1:30-3 pm 12/26-1/6 Sa 4-7 pm 1/7
Winter Break Basketball Camp
2-Week Package: W/OUT All-Star Night
M / NM: $219 Jr. K-Grade 1
16228 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 12/26-1/6 Grade 2-8
16229 M-F 1:30-3 pm 12/26-1/6
Winter Break: Total Sports Camp
Join us for our annual Winter Break Holiday Camp where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. Focus will be on helping the kids with teamwork and fun damentals while playing a variety of sports. Prizes and awards will be given out, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6
M: $50 / NM: $69
16321 F 9 am-Noon 12/23
M: $250 / NM: $345
16323 M-F 9 am-Noon 12/26-12/30
16324 M-F 9 am-Noon 1/2-1/6
Day Off School Basketball Camp
This camp will feature drills that focus on ball handling, passing, hand/eye coordina tion, defense, and shooting skills. It will also feature over 10 drills that the players can do at home. The session will conclude with scrimmages. Players will be grouped by age and should bring their own ball.
Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $32
Jr. K-Grade 1
16516 M 12:30-1:30 pm 1/16 16519 Th 12:30-1:30 pm 2/9 16522 F 12:30-1:30 pm 2/10 16531 M 12:30-1:30 pm 2/20 16549 F 12:30-1:30 pm 4/7 16738 F 1:15-2:15 pm 5/26 Grade 2-8
16517 M 1:30-3 pm 1/16 16520 W 1:30-3 pm 2/9 16523 F 1:30-3 pm 2/10 16534 M 1:30-3 pm 2/20 16550 F 1:30-3 pm 4/7 16739 F 2:15-3:45 pm 5/26
No School Day: Total Sports Camp Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, develop motor skills, and grow so cially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Prizes and awards will be given, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports M: $50 / NM: $69 Age 4-6 16515 M 9 am-Noon 1/16 16518 Th 9 am-Noon 2/9 16521 F 9 am-Noon 2/10 16530 M 9 am-Noon 2/20 16658 F 9 am-Noon 4/7 Age 7-9 16752 M 9 am-Noon 1/16 16753 Th 9 am-Noon 2/9 16754 F 9 am-Noon 2/10 16755 M 9 am-Noon 2/20 16756 F 9 am-Noon 4/7
Spring Break: Total Sports Camp
Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, develop motor skills, and grow so cially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Prizes and awards will be given, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports M: $249 / NM: $345 Age 4-6 16548 M-F 9 am-Noon 3/27-3/31 16660 M-F 9 am-Noon 4/10-4/14
Our Spring Break camp will work on all the fundamental basketball skills necessary to becoming an all around solid player. Campers will be developing good training and fundamental habits while learning drills. Skills include defense, dribbling, rebound ing, shooting, screening, and more!
Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $149
Jr K-Grade 1 16745 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 3/27-3/31 Grade 2-8 16741 M-F 1:30-3 pm 3/27-3/31
State-of-the-Art Equipment
• Concept II Rowing Machines
• Cybex ArcTrainers
• FitTurf (40 yards of training turf)
• Free Weight Equipment
• Helix Lateral Trainers
• Life Fitness Cross Trainers
• Life Fitness Spinning Bikes
• Life Fitness Strength Training Equipment
• Life Fitness Treadmills
• Life Fitness Upright & Recumbent Bikes
• Matrix Steppers & Climbmills
• NuStep Recumbent Cross Trainer
• Precor Adaptive Motion Trainers
• Precor EFX Eliptical Trainers
• Sci-Fit Arm Bike
Peloton® Experience Studios
Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership
$15 per Ride for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members
Our Peloton Experience Studios are designed to allow you to take a class in the comfort of your own private studio — just you, the Peloton, and over 7,000 on demand classes to choose from!
Group Exercise: Powered by FitnessOnDemand®
Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership $15 per Class for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members Bring your friends and come to the Community House for our fantastic, new Group Exercise program, powered by FitnessOnDemand.®
HydroMassage Lounger
Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership $15 per Session for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members
Boost your workout recovery, reduce stress, increase circulation, and relieve muscle soreness with our HydroMassage Lounger.
Childcare Hours: Monday-Saturday from 8 am-Noon
Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership $15 for Basic & Non-Members / $5 each additional child
Our child care staff provides a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children age 8 weeks and older while you work out at the Fitness Center or take a class here at the Community House. We welcome children for 1½ hours each visit.
Bob has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their tness goals since 2001. Bob enjoys working with seniors and teens as well as those with special needs including rehabilitation. Helping those in the gym complements Bob’s career in sports media that has taken him to multiple NFL Superbowls, and the NCAA Bas ketball Final Four. Bob is certi ed through the International Sports Science Association.
Dolores has been assisting members of the Communi ty House Fitness Center in reaching their tness goals since 1991. She enjoys helping clients maintain a healthy lifestyle by using the following methods: functional training, core/balance exercises, weight training, weight bearing exercises, and stretching. She is certi ed through the Idea International Association of Fitness Professionals with an emphasis in exercise and aging.
Patryk joined the Community House Fitness Center team in February of 2020. With experience training serious ath letes, weekend warriors, and everyone in between, Patryk has a passion for helping his clients achieve their goals. His expertise makes him an ideal trainer for athletes looking to build strength and boost their performance. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Studies and is certi ed through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (Performance Enhancement Specialization). Patryk is also a Certi ed Functional Strength Coach.
Chris has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their tness goals since 1996. His specializations are training for strength, functional movement, balance and older adult populations. Chris’s experience makes him one of the most sought out trainers on the North Shore. Chris is certi ed through the American Council on Exercise, the Functional Aging Institute (Functional Aging Specialist) and the Gray Institute (Applied Functional Science).
INFANT-AGE 5
Wednesdays
January 11 - March 22
10:45 am-12:15 pm
Wednesdays
April 5 - June 7
10:45 am-12:15 pm
$5 per child
Are you looking for a place to meet new friends and have your toddler exercise and run-off their energy? Tot Time is the place to do it! We have hula hoops, balls, scooters and much more!
NOTE: Participants must wear gym shoes. No food allowed. Parents or caregivers must remain with children.
This gentle chair yoga practice is for men and women of all ages, including those with mobility limitations due to aging, injury, or recent recovery from a surgery. Learn to create exibility and space in your body, use effective breathing techniques, and work on stability and balance. Celeste Cifala Roy, of Everybody Move, Inc., is a certi ed yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience.
Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy Age 18 & Up M: $95 / NM: $119
16594 W Noon-12:45 pm 1/18-2/8 16595 W Noon-12:45 pm 2/15-3/8 16596 W Noon-12:45 pm 4/12-5/3 16597 W Noon-12:45 pm 5/10-5/31
This is a welcoming place for babies and their parents to strengthen emotional and physical bonds in a calm and safe environment. We’ll learn gentle and safe baby yoga stretches, age-appropriate developmental play, and infant massage techniques. We encourage our little ones to explore and move using multi-sensory activities such as music, sing ing, parachute play, bubbles, storytelling and more! NOTE: Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.
Instructor: Liz MacIntosh Age 6 Weeks-18 Months w/Adult M: $189 / NM: $234
16762 Th 11-11:45 am 1/12-3/16 16763 Th 11-11:45 am 4/6-6/1
NO CLASS: 2/16
This class offers gentle asana yoga ows in a supportive and calm environment. Your child will gain strength, exibility, balance, and con dence in a safe, progressive way. Breathing techniques and meditation creates balance in our minds and bodies. Not just for Mommy — Daddy, Nanny, and Grandpar ent are welcome too! Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and anything for baby, such as a blanket or favorite toy.
NOTE: Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.
Instructor: Liz MacIntosh Age 3 Months-3 Years w/Adult M: $189 / NM: $234
16764 F 11-11:45 am 1/13-3/17 16765 F 11-11:45 am 4/7-6/2
NO CLASS: 2/17
Make Health Your Hobby: 3-Session Series NEW!
This 3-part series will introduce the main components of leading a healthy lifestyle. Each week will be an interactive discussion with strategies and practical tips to get you thinking and putting new habits into prac tice. Workshop 1: Just Eat Real Foods will examine how eating better foods makes us feel better. We will discuss what foods we should choose more of and what to avoid.
Workshop 2: Move More covers why regular exercise is so important, and how to nd what you enjoy and start doing it.
Workshop 3: Stress Less will discuss how stress impacts our bodies and minds and tips to reduce it.
Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $129 16598 Tu 11 am-Noon 1/17-1/31 16599 W 6-7 pm 4/12-4/26
Simple Meal Planning NEW!
Meal planning is an important strategy for sticking to a healthy lifestyle. Planning makes it much easier to choose healthier foods and saves time and money. During this session, we will create a weekly meal plan with your foods and discuss healthy food choices to include in your planning.
Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $45 16602 W 6-7 pm 3/15
Do you ever nd yourself heading straight to the kitchen when you are stressed? or con tinuing to eat even when you are not hungry but because you were bored or tired? During this workshop, discover and learn the latest techniques for managing common eating triggers, learn how to eat more intentionally and not on autopilot, and how to feel more in control of your eating.
Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $85
16600 W 10 am-Noon 2/22 16601 Tu 6-8 pm 5/9
Our gymnasium is available for rental on a weekly or one-time basis. Contact Jeff Wahl at (847) 881-9305 or jeffw@mywch.org for rates/availability.
Founded in 2010, Hoops4Health’s aim is to better the lives of our students. Our goal is to make a positive impact on youth by providing top notch training in the sport of basketball as well as teaching children how to live a healthy lifestyle off the court. We cater to kids of all ages and skill levels. Our four keys are mind, body, nutrition, and discipline.
These clinics will build basic skills for preschoolers looking to get into basketball!
We’ll focus on the fundamentals, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense — along with motor skills, rules of the game, positioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Personal attention, fun drills and competitions (with prizes!), and pro fessional coaching set this clinic apart, and every player will gain a better understanding of the game.
Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 3-5
1-Day Per Week
M: $255 / NM: $329
16471 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $229 / NM: $299
16484 Th 1:45-2:30 pm 1/12-3/23
16492 F 1:15-2:15 pm 1/13-3/24
M: $209 / NM: $269
16532 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm 4/4-5/30
16539 Th 1:45-2:30 pm 4/6-6/1
M: $159 / NM: $209
16541 F 1:15-2:15 pm 4/14-6/2
NO CLASS: 5/26
2-Days Per Week
M: $405 / NM: $525
16472 Tu,Th 1:45-2:30 pm 1/10-3/23
M: $345 / NM: $449
16533 Tu,Th 1:45-2:30 pm 4/4-6/1
NO CLASS: 2/9, 2/10
These clinics are designed for little basket ball players at all skill levels. Each week will focus on a different fundamental skill, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense — along with rules of the game, positioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Personal attention, fun drills and competitions, and professional coach ing set this clinic apart, and every player will gain a better understanding of the game.
Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 5-7
1-Day Per Week
M: $255 / NM: $329
16535 Tu 4-5 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $229 / NM: $299 16486 Th 4-5 pm 1/12-3/23
16493 F 4-5 pm 1/13-3/24
M: $209 / NM: $269
16473 Tu 4-5 pm 4/4-5/30
16540 Th 4-5 pm 4/6-6/1
M: $159 / NM: $209
16542 F 4-5 pm 4/14-6/2
M: $405 / NM: $525
16474 Tu,Th 4-5 pm 1/10-3/23
M: $345 / NM: $449
16536 Tu,Th 4-5 pm 4/4-6/1
NO CLASS: 2/9, 5/26
We encourage you to sign up for the waitlist if a section is showing as full. We will continue to add as many teams as possible depending on registrations that come in. You will not be charged until you have a spot in the program.
16266 Grade 1 M: $375 NM: $469
16267 Grade 2 M: $375 NM: $469
16268 Grade 3 M: $375 NM: $469
If you have a 1st through 3rd Grade child interested in playing basketball against other area players without the hassle of traveling to a diferent location for every game, this program is for them. Participants will learn fundamental skills through weekly practice and games. Adult volunteers coach all teams.
Grade 1 games will have youth size basketballs and eight foot basketball rims. Grade 2 games will have youth size basketballs and nine foot basketball rims. Grade 3 games will have youth size basketballs, 9 foot basketball rims, full court play and score will be kept. All games will have staf referees and timekeepers.
All participants will receive a team T-shirt and commemorative basketball.
(1) Teams will be established according to school (Crow Island, Greeley, Hubbard Woods, Sacred Heart, Faith Hope, North Shore Country Day and more); there will be no evaluation. When flling out your registration form please remember to indicate your child’s school—otherwise placement on a particular school team cannot be guaranteed. If there are more than 10 children from a school, multiple teams will be formed. If there are too few children from any one school, children will be placed on a team according to village of residence. Due to the number of children in this program, friend requests will not be taken.
(2) Each team will have a 1-hour practice during the week (M-F) between 5 pm and 8 pm, with priority given to Grade 1 teams for earlier times. Coaches choose their team’s specifc time by lottery in early December. There will be two weeks of practice before the frst game.
(3) Games will be held on Saturdays between 10 am and 6 pm. The specifc game schedule will be created in early December: typically Grade 1 play between 10 am and 12 pm, Grade 2 play between Noon and 3 pm, and Grade 3 play between 3 pm and 5 pm.
(4) All team information (roster, practice time, game time, coach, etc.) will be available on or before December 9, 2022 at quickscores.com/wch.
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skill activities focus on hand/eye and hand/foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are pro vided to help you guide your child through an introduction to organized sports. Please register your child; the accompanying adult (required) is included.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4
M: $255/ NM: $329
16608 Tu 10-10:45 am 1/10-3/21
M: $229 / NM: $299
16609 Th 10-10:45 am 1/12-3/23
16631 Tu 10-10:45 am 4/4-6/6
16643 Th 10-10:45 am 4/6-6/8
M: $209 / NM: $269
16506 Sa 9-9:45 am 1/14-3/18
16652 Sa 9-9:45 am 4/15-6/10
NO CLASS: 2/9, 2/11
Let your child’s early soccer experience be a great one. The younger player develops their soccer skills and gains con dence, coordination, motor skills and communi cation. The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players kicking, ball control, dribbling, shooting and more.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4
M: $255 / NM: $329
16477 W 10-10:45 am 1/11-3/22
M $229 / NM: $299 16634 W 10-10:45 am 4/5-6/7
This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, oor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children will acquire new skills and develop con dence.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6
M: $365 / NM: $475
16481 W 4-5 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $329 / NM: $429
16638 W 4-5 pm 4/5-6/7
Children are introduced to a variety of sports including soccer, t-ball, basketball, football, kickball and other sports and group games. The goal is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nur ture his or her growth socially through team work and good sportsmanship. Kids should bring a lunch and come and play. This class will also include curriculum from our Mini Ninja Warriors program! Winnetka Commu nity Nursery School pick-up available at 11:15 am.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5
M: $359 / NM: $469
16466 M 11:15 am-12:45 pm 1/9-3/20
16627 M 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/3-6/5 16648 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/14-6/9
M: $439 / NM: $575
16478 W 11:15 am-12:45 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $399 / NM: $519
16490 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm 1/13-3/24
16635 W 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 1/16, 2/10, 2/20, 5/29
In this class children are introduced to basketball, oor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball, and more. Sports & More provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5
M: $359 / NM: $469
16603 M 1:15-2:45 pm 1/9-3/20
16628 M 1:15-2:45 pm 4/3-6/5
16649 F 1:15-2:45 pm 4/14-6/9
M: $439 / NM: $575
16479 W 1:15-2:45 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $229 / NM: $299
16485 Th 2-2:45 pm 1/12-3/23
16644 Th 2-2:45 pm 4/6-6/8
M: $399 / NM: $519
16491 F 1:15-2:45 pm 1/13-3/24
M: $209 / NM: $269
16508 Sa 10-10:45 pm 1/14-3/18
16653 Sa 10-10:45 pm 4/15-6/10
M: $319 / NM: $519
16636 W 1:15-2:45 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 1/16, 2/9, 2/10, 2/11, 2/20, 5/29
Jr. Mini Ninja Warriors
Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement-based class uses age-appropriate activities and equipment to enhance your child’s physical, mental, emotional and social development.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6
M: $365 / NM: $475 16475 Tu 4-5 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $329 / NM: $429 16487 Th 4-5 pm 1/12-3/23 16494 F 4-5 pm 1/13-3/24 16632 Tu 4-5 pm 4/4-6/6 16645 Th 4-5 pm 4/6-6/8
M: $299 / NM: $389 16650 F 4-5 pm 4/14-6/9
NO CLASS: 2/9, 2/10
Mini Ninja Warriors
Take everything you learned from Jr. Ninja Warriors and test your skills with even more dif cult obstacles and exercises spe ci cally designed for balance and coordi nation, as well as physical and emotional development.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 6-9
M: $365/ NM: $475 16476 Tu 5-6 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $329 / NM: $429 16488 Th 5-6 pm 1/12-3/23 16495 F 5-6 pm 1/13-3/24 16633 Tu 5-6 pm 4/4-6/6 16646 Th 5-6 pm 4/6-6/8
M: $299 / NM: $389 16651 F 5-6 pm 4/14-6/9
NO CLASS: 2/9, 2/10
Founded in 1994 by Steve Duman, Hot Shots Sports has been bringing its message of positive coaching to the Midwest ever since. We provide a place for passionate people to have careers coaching kids, and to help our students develop a passion for sports. We are dedicated to providing the best sports instruction to you and your family.
The Titan Crusaders program takes the fun and of our Ninja Warriors program and focuses on developing speed, agility, and coordination. Obstacles vary each week to challenge players in a fun and inviting set ting, and the use of more traditional sports equipment and game balls will be used as well. Competitions and individual timed rac es will occur weekly, with players competing to improve their core athletic abilities while racing against the clock.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6
M: $299 / NM: $389
16604 M 4-5 pm 1/9-3/20
16509 Sa 11 am-Noon 1/14-3/18
16629 M 4-5 pm 4/3-6/5
16654 Sa 11 am-Noon 4/15-6/10
NO CLASS: 1/16, 2/20, 2/11, 5/29
The Olympic sport of fencing demands a blend of tactical and strategic thought and a physical execution of those decisions. This has led many to describe the sport as “physical chess.” Fencing also teaches balance and discipline and even more than this, it’s fun! This class is for those new to fencing or those who would like to work on the basic skills. This class will cover basic rules, etiquette, basic footwork, attacks and defenses. Classes will consist of warm up time, footwork time, group lesson and bout ing. All equipment is provided.
NOTE: Due to the personal nature of the equipment used for fencing, students will be issued a mask and a glove from Midwest Fencing Club during the rst class. Students will be responsible for this equipment for the duration of the session, taking it home and bringing it back for each class. Each fencer will be required to pay a $150 equipment deposit directly to Midwest Fencing Acad emy (cash or check) on the rst day, which will be returned when the equipment is turned in at the end of the session.
Instructor: Midwest Fencing Academy Age 7 & Up
M: $255 / NM: $329
16497 W 4:15-5:15 pm 1/11-2/15 16529 W 4:15-5:15 pm 2/22-3/29
The Gridiron Tots Football program includes exclusively designed equipment tailored to enhance the early football experience for each participant. The program challenges children to develop new cognitive, physi cal and social skills. In addition, each child will experience social interaction in a fun environment.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4
M: $229 / NM: $299
16489 F 10-10:45 am 1/13-3/24
M: $209 / NM: $269
16647 F 10-10:45 am 4/14-6/9
NO CLASS: 2/10
Minor League Baseball is an introductory t-ball program that is perfect for a child who wants to have fun, make new friends, and be introduced to baseball. Each participant will hit, eld, throw, catch and run bases in this fun- lled skills clinic. Participants are also introduced to the basic rules of the game. The program stresses teamwork over competition. All you need to bring is a glove!
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-3
M: $209 / NM: $269
16465 M 10-10:45 am 1/9-3/20
16626 M 10-10:45 am 4/3-6/5
NO CLASS: 1/16, 2/20, 5/29
M: $209 / NM: $275 16606 W 4:15-5:15 pm 4/5-5/3 16607 W 4:15-5:15 pm 5/10-6/7
This class features games from two of our most popular classes: Dodgeball and Nerf Elite Battle! All Nerf equipment and eye protection will be provided. Dodgeball uses super soft balls and safety is stressed during game play.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 7-9
M: $299 / NM: $389
16605 M 5-6 pm 1/9-3/20
16610 Sa Noon-1 pm 1/14-3/18
16630 M 5-6 pm 4/3-6/5
16657 Sa Noon-1 pm 4/15-6/10
M: $365 / NM: $475
16483 W 5-6 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $329 / NM: $429
16641 W 5-6 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 1/16, , 2/11, 2/20, 5/29
Join us for Pickleball! Invented in the mid1960s as a children’s backyard pastime, Pickleball has become popular with adults. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two, three, or four players use solid paddles to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wif e ball, over a net. Come give this exciting sport a try!
Ron, a national Karate champion, has taught at the Community House for over 20 years. A long standing member of the Japan Karate Association, he has taught around the world. He has worked with a numerous institutions and com panies including: University of Chicago, NSSRA, US Embassy of Tokyo, and the US Marine Corps.
Traditional Karate emphasizes the principles and applications of a weaponless self-defense through the use of body dynamics and mental discipline. Participants learn alertness, self-control, and mental strategies to meet life’s challenges. There are 11 belt levels (kyu) before rst-degree Black belt (shodan). A new student is assigned the White belt rank (eleventh kyu). Students must ful ll speci c requirements under normal practice conditions and in a test environment for promotion up to and including the Black belt (dan). NOTE: Uniforms, belts, tests, and tournaments are optional at an additional cost.
Students learn how to control their energy levels and concentration through study of fundamental Karate principles. Participants will learn how to follow instructions and exercise self control in a fun and exciting environment.
Age 4-5
M: $425 / NM: $555
16502 Th 3:50-4:20 pm 1/12-5/11
NO CLASS: 3/28, 3/30
Karate I
This class is for the beginner student through Orange belt/White stripe.
Age 5-10
M: $875 / NM: $1,135
16503 Tu,Th 4:30-5:15 pm 1/12-5/25
NO CLASS: 3/28, 3/30
Students must have the belt rank of Orange belt through Green belt to participate in this class.
Age 7-12
M: $1,259 / NM: $1,635 16504 Tu,Th 5:30-6:15 pm 1/12-5/25 Sa 10:20-11:20 am 1/14-5/20
NO CLASS: 3/25, 3/28, 3/30, 4/1
Class curriculum enables the beginner student through advanced to develop an effective form of self-defense. This class will allow one to acquire the self-control and physical readiness to meet many of life’s challenges. Beginner through Black belt.
Age 11 & Up
M: $1,315 / NM: $1,709 16505 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30 pm 1/12-5/25 Sa 10:20-11:20 am 1/14-5/20
NO CLASS: 3/25, 3/28, 3/30, 4/1
is a 2,000-year - old martial art that is accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities. Stu dents can improve concentration , self esteem, and achieve lifelong physical fitness while learn ing self-defense skills through Taekwondo
NOTE: A $ 50 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gear.
This introductory class is designed to captivate the interest of our youngest students. Skills are developed through gentle instruction and appropriate games for their ability. This class focuses on developing balance, coordination and respect for the discipline of martial arts training.
Beginner: Yellow Belt
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 4-5
M: $179 / NM: $235
16496 W 4-4:40 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $159 / NM: $209
16685 W 4-4:40 pm 4/5-6/7
Improve physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics and traditional Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking and blocking.
NOTE: Fee includes instruction for one parent and one child.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 7 & Up
M: $179 / NM: $235
16499 W 5:40-6:35 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $159 / NM: $209
16687 W 5:40-6:35 pm 4/5-6/7
Designed especially for younger children, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skills and selfconfidence through creative activities.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 6-7
M: $179 / NM: $235
16498 W 4:45-5:35 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $159 / NM: $209 16686 W 4:45-5:35 pm 4/5-6/7
Youth Taekwondo
This program includes a balanced cardio vascular workout including punching, kicking and blocking skills. Participants will improve coordination, power of concentration, balance and both physical and mental discipline.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 8-13
M: $179 / NM: $235 16501 W 5:40-6:30 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $159 / NM: $209 16689 W 5:40-6:30 pm 4/5-6/7
Teen & Adult Taekwondo
Restricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study of forms, stances and the skills of punching, kicking and blocking.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 14 & Up
M: $179 / NM: $235 16500 W 5:40-6:35 pm 1/11-3/22
M: $159 / NM: $209 16688 W 5:40-6:35 pm 4/5-6/7
A graduate of Loyola Academy, Dan is a talented multi-instrumentalist and popular teacher of piano, violin, guitar, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion, and voice at the Com munity House. Dan is the founder of Music ‘n’ Me and Top Note Music Academy. A rm believer that music should be fun, Dan enjoys sharing his love of music with his students. He is a graduate of USC with a degree in music.
Celeste is an early childhood movement, music, and yoga teacher at the Community House, and has taught throughout the North Shore for over 35 years. She has worked with the Old Town School of Folk Music, National-Louis University and Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest. Celeste’s interactive Every body Move Inc. classes cultivate play, imagination and fun!
Moms and tots, come play and learn as we see how much fun it is to be a toddler! We will have lots of exploring time plus an art project and ending the day with a story.
NOTE: An adult must accompany each child. No siblings are allowed. Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Age 1-2
M: $264 / NM: $319
16707 W 9:15-10 am 1/11-3/22 16709 Th 9:15-10 am 1/12-3/23
M: $216 / NM: $261
16708 W 9:15-10 am 4/5-5/31
M: $192 / NM: $232
16710 Th 9:15-10 am 4/6-6/1
NO CLASS: 5/11
Little Bits is a class designed for ages 2-3 to have fun and make new friends while engaging in art, music, free play and story time. Each week will be centered around a new theme. Children will be taught social skills such as sharing, caring and coopera tion. Unfortunately, staff cannot change di apers. Register for one or both days! NOTE: This is a drop off class.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Age 2-3
AGE 10 MONTHS- AGE 4
Available 7 Days a Week from 1-9 pm
Looking for a fun and engaging space for your children to play with friends? The Childcare Room is available to rent for your own private playdates. Contact Mike at mikeb@mywch.org for more information and availability.
M: $264 / NM: $319
16703 M 9:30-10:30 am 1/9-3/20
16705 Tu 9:30-10:30 am 1/10-3/21
M: $192 / NM: $232
16704 M 9:30-10:30 am 4/3-5/22
M: $216 / NM: $261
16706 Tu 9:30-10:30 am 4/4-5/30
Each class is centered on a different number and letter which are reinforced through pup pets, songs, games and stories.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Age 2 1/2 -4
M: $264 / NM: $319
16711 F 9:30-10:30 am 1/13-3/24
M: $192 / NM: $232
16712 F 9:30-10:30 am 4/14-6/2
Sing, dance and move while listening to live music! Teacher Dan shares the gift of music with you and your child while performing on a variety of different instruments. Students have the opportunity to interact with each in strument while enjoying a variety of popular songs, ngerplays, and movement activities. NOTE: All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Dan Rosa Age 10 months-4 years
M: $242 / NM: $302
16684 M 9-9:30 am 1/9-3/20
16690 M 9:45-10:15 am 1/9-3/20
16691 M 10:30-11 am 1/9-3/20
16692 Tu 9-9:30 am 1/10-3/21
16693 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 1/10-3/21
16694 Tu 10:30-11 am 1/10-3/21
M: $220 / NM: $275
16695 M 9-9:30 am 4/3-6/12
16768 M 9:45-10:15 am 4/3-6/12
16769 M 10:30-11 am 4/3-6/12
M: $242 / NM: $302
16770 Tu 9-9:30 am 4/4-6/13
16771 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 4/4-6/13
16772 Tu 10:30-11 am 4/4-6/13
Parent Music ‘n’ Me NEW!
This special, new class meets every 2nd Saturday of the month. Teacher Dan shares the gift of music with you and your child while performing on different instruments (including guitar and violin). Students will sing, dance and play while interact with dif ferent instruments. NOTE: All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Dan Rosa
Age 10 months-4 years
M: $180 / NM: $235
16749 Sa 10-10:30 am 1/14-6/10
Everybody Move Inc.
This class offers a playful and enriching time for you and your child to sing and dance! The beginning of the class provides free-play and gathering time to allow for socialization and interaction. The structured part of the class explores gross motor, ne motor, language development, and musical listening skills. This class is the perfect bal ance between child-centered instruction and supported imaginative play. We explore mu sic through stories, puppets, balls, hoops, scarves, rhythm instruments, drums, and more! NOTE: All children must be accompa nied by an adult.
Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy
M: $253 / NM: $319
Age 6-12 months
16617 Th 10:30-11:30 am 1/12-3/23
16618 F 9:15-10:15 am 1/13-3/24
Age 12-24 months
16615 W 10:30-11:30 am 1/11-3/22
16616 Th 9:15-10:15 am 1/12-3/23
Age 2-3
16611 W 9:15-10:15 am 1/11-3/22
M: $230 / NM: $290
Age 6-12 months
16622 Th 10:30-11:30 am 4/6-6/8
16623 F 9:15-10:15 am 4/7-6/9
Age 12-24 months
16620 W 10:30-11:30 am 4/5-6/7
16621 Th 9:15-10:15 am 4/6-6/8
Age 2-3
16619 W 9:15-10:15 am 4/5-6/7
Intergalactic Space Battles Workshop NEW!
Build ships inspired by popular blockbuster movies! Using unique RoboThink bricks in this super fun workshop, kids will get a chance to see how STEM learning is every where, even in your sci- icks!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12
M: $49 / NM: $59 16736 Sa 10 am-Noon 3/11
RoboThink Battle Bots Workshop NEW!
Using unique RoboThink bricks, gears, axles and motors, students will be building several different types of tanks for battles, challenges, races, target practice and more!
As a lead tank developer, it’s up to your student to ensure that all of their products are in tip-top shape, so let’s get rolling!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12
M: $49 / NM: $59 16737 Sa 10 am-Noon 5/20
AGE 7-12
RoboThink Construction Machines NEW!
Let’s move some dirt! In this program, chil dren will explore the world of construction. Your child will build models of their favorite construction vehicles such as bulldozers, wrecking balls and steamrollers as they learn robotics and engineering concepts. They will also experiment with various gears, axles, rubber bands and string to bring their machines to life!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12
M: $132 / NM: $165 16734 F 4-5:30 pm 3/3-3/24
RoboThink Video Game Design NEW!
Students will be able to choose from a selection of different games to build. This program teaches the basics of Scratch, where in each session your child is given a new game to design or a new aspect to add to games they’ve already made. With enough experience, students can even create their own game entirely from scratch! Students will also re ne their entrepreneur ial skills as they learn ways to market their product. Basic computer skills required.
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 8-12
M: $198 / NM: $248 16733 F 4-5:30 pm 1/13-2/17
RoboThink Tank Robots NEW!
In this program, students will be building several different types of tanks for battles, challenges, races, target practice and more! As a lead tank developer, it’s up to your student to ensure that all of their products are in tip-top shape, so let’s get rolling!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12
M: $198 / NM: $248
16735 F 4-5:30 pm 4/7-5/12
AGE 4 to 13
TEA A tradition at the Community House! Enjoy a special afternoon with your daughter as you sip three different teas and learn about tea history and traditions from Great Britain, South Africa and Australia. Play games as you learn a little about tea etiquette. You’ll enjoy delicious treats and tea served in lovely china tea cups.
NOTE: Fee is per person.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette 3 & Up with Parent/Adult
M: $39 / NM: $48
16376 Su 2:30-4 pm 12/18 M: $44 / NM: $55
16746 Su 2:30-4 pm 2/12
This class explores life and the animal world around us in a special way, emphasizing “the why” and how curiosity and kindness of people make our world a better place through art, science and S.T.E.M.
NOTE: New topics each session.
Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Age 4-6
M: $286 / NM: $358 16655 Tu 4-5:30 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $260 / NM: $325 16656 Tu 4-5:30 pm 4/4-6/6
Each week students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with classmates. Students will grow their knowl edge of the game — from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. Children will learn problem-solving, responsibility, sportsman ship, social skills, and more! The chess program is open to all playing levels.
Instructor: Chess Ed Grade 1-5
M: $286 / NM: $358 16637 Tu 4:45-5:45 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $260 / NM: $325 16640 Tu 4:45-5:45 pm 4/4-6/6
Children practice setting the table for a three-course meal and learn how to use the appropriate silverware for each course. We focus on posture, poise, greetings, introduc tions, voice level, and when to leave a party or group with appreciation and farewells. And, of course, we will discuss following-up with a thank you note! Appropriate cell phone use is discussed. NOTE: No food is used during this program. Business casual dress is required. No jeans or tennis shoes.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette Grade K-2
M: $105 / NM: $132
16577 Su 9-10 am 1/8-1/22
In this class students learn how to set the table for a three-course meal and use appro priate cutlery. Focus is on how to dress and behave appropriately at different occasions. We focus on posture, poise, greetings, introductions, voice level, and when to leave a party or group with appreciation and fare wells. And, of course, we will discuss follow ing-up with a thank you note! Appropriate cell phone use is discussed. NOTE: No food is used during this program. Business casual dress is required. No jeans or tennis shoes.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette Grade 3-8
M: $125 / NM: $156
16578 Su 10:30 am-Noon 1/8-1/22
This class combines all your favorite arts and crafts projects and mixed media! Stu dents will make tie-dye shirts (to be used as art smocks for the program), paint a canvas (with acrylic paints), create recycled art, paint pottery, and more! Lessons will include concepts and techniques for all projects. Finished work will be taken home. Projects are done individually; there are no shared supplies.
Instructor: Sunshine Arts & Crafts Grade 1-5
M: $352 / NM: $440
16624 Tu 4-4:50 pm 1/10-3/21
M: $288 / NM: $360
16625 Tu 4-4:50 pm 4/4-5/30
Artists & Me
Join us as we take an educational adventure emphasizing fun and creativity as students make art using different techniques and materials. We will explore famous artists' perspectives—such as Leonardo da Vinci, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Claude Monet. And we’ll nd out what made their works master pieces!
Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Age 4-7
M: $286 / NM: $358
16659 W 4-5:30 pm 1/11-3/22
16662 Th 4-5:30 pm 1/12-3/23
M: $234 / NM: $393
16661 W 4-5:30 pm 4/12-6/7
16663 Th 4-5:30 pm 4/13-6/8
We will cook our own lunch comprising three dishes and a drink from Europe! At the table we will learn how to eat the food we made using proper etiquette. Games and activities will keep students moving and on their toes! NOTE: Please let us know if your child has any food restrictions or allergies at the time of registration.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette Age K-5
M: $80 / NM: $99
WINTER
16747 Th 10 am-1 pm 2/9
16748 F 10 am-1 pm 2/10
Fashion Sewing Techniques 1
New projects each session!
We combine the basic techniques of hand sewing and machine sewing in this 11-week class. You’ll learn basic hand stitch tech niques and how to use the sewing machine. By the end of the class, you will have completed at least two different projects — one by hand and one by machine. Sewing supplies include fabric, thread, needles, and pins. NOTE: Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items.
Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 8-13
M: $315 / NM: $395 16579 Tu 4:15-5:15 pm 1/10-3/21
Fashion Sewing Techniques 2
New projects each session!
This class is a continuation of Fashion Sewing Techniques 1. Students will con tinue learning about the sewing machine and pattern production will be introduced. By the end of this class, students will have completed at least one apparel project on the sewing machine (such as a shirt, pants, or vest). This class is perfect for students looking to advance their sewing skills. Sew ing supplies include fabric, thread, needles, and pins. NOTE: Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items. Prerequisite: Must have completed Fashion Sewing Techniques 1 or know how to use a sewing machine.
Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 9-13
M: $315 / NM: $395 16580 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm 1/10-3/21
Each week you’ll enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with others. You’ll grow your knowledge of the game from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. The chess program is open to all playing levels.
Instructor: Chess Ed Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $286 16639 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 1/10-3/21 M / NM: $260 16642 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 4/4/2-6/6
This is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics of sewing and advance your skills! We will spend the rst week of class learning about the sewing machine. The rest of the time will be spent working on projects. Fabric, sewing supplies and sewing machine are provided. NOTE: You may choose to purchase additional specialty items.
Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $216 16581 Tu 10 am-Noon 1/17-2/21
BIG SKY DOG TRAINING Dog Obedience Puppy
This class is designed as a positive and reward based Puppy Head Start Program. Your puppy will learn: focus and attention, sit, down, wait and stay, walking on a loose leash, walking through a door correctly and recall (come) to name a few. Each of the 6-week lessons will also focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing and barking. This class will teach you the rea soning behind a puppy’s thought process as well as the prevention of and response to unwanted behaviors.
Instructor: Montana Hayes Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16463 Sa 10-10:50 am 1/7-2/11
16511 Th 10-10:50 am 1/12-2/16
16513 Sa 12:10-1 pm 1/21-2/25
16527 Sa 10-10:50 am 2/25-4/8
16537 Th 10-10:50 am 3/2-4/13
16574 Sa 12:10-1 pm 3/11-4/22
16582 Sa 10-10:50 am 4/15-5/20
16572 Th 10-10:50 am 4/20-5/25
16584 Sa 12:10-1 pm 5/6-6/17
NO CLASS: 3/16, 3/18, 5/27
BIG SKY DOG TRAINING Dog Obedience Basic/Adult
This class is designed to review commands and increases the dif culty of exercises by extending the time and distance for each command. At each lesson you will be able to focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing, barking and pulling on the leash, to name a few. This class will teach you how to effectively train your dog while getting your dog to merge into your schedule and lifestyle. People interested in obtaining their dog’s Canine Good Citizen Certi cation will be able to test at the end of the class.
Instructor: Montana Hayes Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16464 Sa 11-11:50 am 1/7-2/11
16512 Th 11-11:50 am 1/12-2/16
16514 Sa 1:10-2 pm 1/21-2/25
16528 Sa 11-11:50 am 2/25-4/8
16538 Th 11-11:50 am 3/2-4/13
16576 Sa 1:10-2 pm 3/11-4/22
16583 Sa 11-11:50 am 4/15-5/20
16573 Th 11-11:50 am 4/20-5/25
16585 Sa 1:10-2 pm 5/6-6/17
NO CLASS: 3/16, 3/18, 5/27
Bring soft treats, 6’ leash (no retractable/expandable leashes), and clean-up bags to each class. Please do not wear sandals without a back strap. On the rst day of class please bring: your dog’s vaccination papers (need to see only, you can keep), completed registration form which will be e-mailed to you prior to class, and $10 materials fee paid directly to the instructor (covers equipment and documents provided throughout the six week program). All recommended training methods will use positive reinforcement techniques. Dog training hand signals, voice command and a marker word will be used throughout the class along with the ve basic rewards; touch, voice, loose leash, play, and treats. These programs are not appropriate for dogs which are reactive to people or other dogs.
Puppy Class provides a positive environ ment for socialization of puppies and people alike! Early socialization has been shown to greatly reduce the incidence of both humandirected aggression and dog-on-dog ag gression, as well as anxiety and fear-based behavior problems. Additional topics cov ered are house training, mouthing, barking, and preventing behavior problems. Obedi ence behaviors of sit, coming when called, and walking on a leash will be introduced. This class is appropriate for puppies ages 2-4 months old. All dogs must have at least 2 rounds of vaccinations prior to class.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16462 Tu 6-6:50 pm 1/10-2/14
16524 Tu 7-7:50 pm 2/28-4/11
16612 Tu 6-6:50 pm 4/25-5/30
NO CLASS: 3/28
Obedience 101 teaches the basics of obedi ence: sit, down, stand, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel — everything your companion dog needs to know! Both verbal commands and hand signals will be used. Dogs of any age may take this class. Posi tive reinforcement techniques will be used, so please bring food rewards or a small toy with you to class.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16525 Tu 7-7:50 pm 1/10-2/14
16461 Tu 6-6:50 pm 2/28-4/11
16613 Tu 7-7:50 pm 4/25-5/30
NO CLASS: 3/28
Obedience 102 is focused on honing the skills of Obedience 101. Additional levels of dif culty and distractions will be added. Dogs of any age may enroll provided they have a basic knowledge of basic obedience commands: sit, down, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel.Creative Paws classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16460 Tu 8-8:50 pm 1/10-2/14
16614 Tu 8-8:50 pm 4/25-5/30
Rally is a fun spin on traditional obedience for both the dog and the handler! Rally is a sport in which ALL dogs are encouraged to partici pate. Dogs must have strong heeling skills to take this class. Obedience skills of sit, down, stand, stay, heeling, and coming when called will be worked on in the context of an obsta cle course of obedience exercises.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
16526 Tu 8-8:50 pm 2/28-4/11
NO CLASS: 3/28
Creative Paws classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.
Imagination, movement, and dance combine to enhance your child’s creativity and coordination. Classes incorporate basic ballet, French terminology, creative movement and motor skill development. NOTE: Parent observation day will take place on the last day of the Session for the last 15 minutes of class. Fantasy Dance does not perform in the Spring Recital.
# Age Class Inst. Day Time Fee Dates No Class
16673 3-4 Fantasy Dance Britt M 1-1:45 pm M: $264 / NM: $330 1/9-3/20
16674 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt M 1:45-2:30 pm M: $264 / NM: $330 1/9-3/20
16675 3-4 Fantasy Dance Britt Tu 9:30-10:15 am M: $264 / NM: $330 1/10-3/21
16676 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt Tu 10:15-11 am M: $264 / NM: $330 1/10-3/21
16677 4-6 Fantasy & Lunch Britt W 11:15-12:45 pm M: $396 / NM: $495 1/11-3/22
16698 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt W 1-1:45 pm M: $264 / NM: $330 1/11-3/22
16678 3-4 Fantasy Dance Britt M 1-1:45 pm M: $192 / NM: $240 4/3-5/22
16679 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt M 1:45-2:30 pm M: $192 / NM: $240 4/3-5/22
16680 3-4 Fantasy Dance Britt Tu 9:30-10:15 am M: $192 / NM: $240 4/4-5/23
16681 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt Tu 10-10:45 am M: $192 / NM: $240 4/4-5/23 16697 4-6 Fantasy Dance Britt W 1-1:45 pm M: $192 / NM: $240 4/5-5/24 16682 4-6 Fantasy & Lunch Britt W 11:15-12:45 pm M: $288 / NM: $360 4/5-5/24
# Age Class
Inst. Day Time Fee Dates No Class
16683 4-6 Tiny Tot Ballet Britt M 3:30-4:30 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/9-5/15 3/27 16714 4-6 Tiny Tot Ballet Britt Th 3:45-4:45 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/12-5/18 3/23 16715 5-7 Pre Ballet Britt Tu 3:45-4:45 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/10-5/16 3/28 16716 5-7 Pre Ballet Britt W 3:45-4:45 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29 16717 6-8 Ballet 1 Britt M 4:30-5:30 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/9-5/15 3/27 16718 7-10 Ballet 2 Britt W 4:45-5:45 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29 16719 8-12 Ballet 3/4 Britt W 4:45-5:45 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29 16730 12-15 Pre Pointe Britt Tu 5:45-6:15 pm M: $312 / NM: $336 1/10-5/16 3/28 16732 13-18 Inter. Pointe Britt Th 5:45-6:15 pm M: $312 / NM: $336 1/12-5/18 3/30 16729 12-18 Inter. Teen Ballet Britt Tu 4:45-5:45 pm M: $336 / NM: $420 1/10-5/16 16731 12-18 Inter. Teen Ballet Britt Th 5:45-6:45 pm M: $336 / NM: $420 1/12-5/18 3/30
# Age Class Inst. Day Time Fee
Dates No Class
16720 4-6 Hip Hop Oelerich M 4-5 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/9-5/15 3/27 16722 7-12 Hip Hop Oelerich M 5-6 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/9-5/15 3/27 16723 7-12 Jazz Oelerich W 4-5 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29 16724 10-14 Contemporary Oelerich W 5-6 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29
Fifth Province Irish Dance comes to the Community House! Dancers will learn fundamental movement patterns including skip, hop, dance and keep time with the music—along with introduction to the Irish jig and reel. Perfect for your rst time dancer!
# Age Class Inst. Day Time Fee Dates No Class
16757 4-5 Beg. Irish Dance Wendt Sa 9-9:45 am M: $379 / NM: $457 1/14-5/13 1/28, 2/11, 3/4, 4/15, 4/29 16758 6-8 Beg. Irish Dance Wendt Sa 10-10:45 am M: $379 / NM: $457 1/14-5/13 1/28, 2/11, 3/4, 4/15, 4/29
# Age Class Inst. Day Time Fee Dates No Class 16725 10-14 MT Dance Oelerich W 6-7 pm M: $499 / NM: $599 1/11-5/17 3/29
# Age Class Inst. Day Time Fee Dates No Class 16760 18+ Adult Ballet Nevins Th 1-2:15 pm M / NM: $253 1/12-3/23 16761 18+ Adult Ballet Nevins Th 1-2:15 pm M / NM: $207 4/6-6/1
Sun., May 21, 2023 3:30 pm
Recital Rehearsal Sat., May 20, 2:30-5:00 pm
NOTE: Recital costume cost is included in the Winter Session fee. Students will receive a costume — regard less of performing in the recital. This fee is nonrefundable.
Tickets will be available at: mycommunityhouse.org
Teaches: Ballet and
Gwendolyn has been teaching ballet and Fantasy Dance classes at the Community House for over 20 years. Her students learn proper ballet tech nique in an encouraging atmosphere. As a per former, Gwendolyn danced for the Lynda Martha Dance Company. She is a certi ed teacher with the Cecchetti Council of America. Gwendolyn is a graduate of the Indiana University School of Music with a BS in Ballet Education.
Marc is a dancer with nearly 20 years of performing experience including appearances with American Ballet Theatre, Joffery Ballet, Ballet West and the Evanston Concert Ballet. Marc studied at the University of Utah, Interlo chen Arts Academy, School of American Ballet in New York, and with Maria Tallchief in Chicago.
Teaches: Jazz, Hip Hop, and Musical Theatre Dance
Jenny is an experienced dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Originally from Winnetka, Jenny has been busy choreographing and performing in the Chicagoland area — most recently with Khecari and Alluvion Dance Chicago. Jenny especially enjoys sharing her love of dance with children. She earned a BFA in Dance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Teaches:
We are excited to welcome Mallory to the Com munity House as our new Irish Dance instructor! She had an active dance career while winning international dance competitions. Mallory has a passion for teaching dance to children. She is a registered T.C.R.G. through the An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha.
• Guitar
• Bass Guitar
• Ukulele
With Brandon Seyferth
Want to learn to play a string instrument or looking to advance your skills? Our experi enced and patient teacher Brandon Sey ferth offers instruction in rhythm guitar, lead guitar, bass, and ukulele. Learn the songs and styles you want while gaining the skills needed to play your instrument. After estab lishing a solid foundation, students can learn and improve their ear training, singing while playing, songwriting, improvising and more! Our instructor is committed to helping each student reach their musical goals. Beginner and advanced students welcome! NOTE: Each lesson is 30 minutes. All lessons are on Wednesdays — your instructor will contact you to set up a time.
Age 7 to Adult
M: $390 / NM: $460
16727 W 3:30-9 pm 1/11-3/15
M: $333 / NM: $414
16728 W 3:30-9 pm 3/22-5/24
NO CLASS: 5/29
• Piano
• Violin
• Banjo
• Mandolin
• Percussion
• Voice
Multi-instrumental teacher Dan Rosa offers instruction on a number of different instru ments. Regardless of age or skill level, Teacher Dan lays out a strong musical foun dation for his students — teaching music the ory as well as the fundamentals. His unique approach is structured entirely around the student’s needs. Beginner and advanced students welcome! NOTE: Each lesson is 30 minutes. Payment is made directly to Dan Rosa. Fee must be paid 48 hours in advance of the rst music lesson.
For more information or to register contact: Teacher Dan at DanielGRosa@me.com or (310) 722-2112
Age 4 to Adult Fee: $50 per lesson
Join our Songwriter’s Circle and make connections with other writers. Share your talents, perform your songs acoustical ly and give/receive feedback. All songs (music/lyrics or both) must be performed live by you or with an accompanist (piano will be provided). Multiple lyric/lead sheets must also be provided by you for other songwriters. Instrumental music (regard less of instrument) is also welcome! Event will be moderated by Community House music educator, Daniel Rosa.
NOTE: This class meets every 2nd Friday of the month.
Instructor: Dan Rosa M / NM: $210 Age 12-17
16751 F 4:30-6 pm 1/13-6/9 Age 18 & Up 16750 F 7-8:30 pm 1/13-6/9
Daniel Rosa, “Teacher Dan”
A graduate of Loyola Academy, Dan is a talented multi-instrumentalist and popular teacher of piano, violin, guitar, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion, and voice at the Community House. Dan is the founder of Music ‘n’ Me and Top Note Music Academy. A rm believer that music should be fun, Dan enjoys sharing his love of music with his students. He is a graduate of USC with a degree in music.
Brandon is a teacher of guitar at the Community House who tailors his lessons to the interests and goals of his students while stressing good technique and the fundamentals. He has written, performed, and recorded songs with such notable names as Jackson Browne, Victor DeLorenzo, Eric McFadden, and Jimmy Chamberlin. Brandon is currently director at the Glencoe Academy of Music.
Dedicated and comfortable music room with piano, drum kit, percussion instruments, classical string instruments, electric guitar and bass guitar.
AGE 3-14
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER IS GREAT PREP FOR CTW SHOWS!
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER
The Lion King, Jr.
Have no fear, Skyline is here! Join the Directors of Skyline Children’s Theater to learn how to give a fabulous audition for The Lion King Jr. We will explore the essentials of a singing, dancing, and acting audition. No previous experi ence necessary, just a willingness to have fun! NOTE: Must be registered for Broadway Stars The Lion King Jr. to participate in this audition workshop.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 7-12
M: $40 / NM: $50 16664 Sa 10 am-Noon 2/11
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER
Broadway Tots: The Lion King Jr. An introduction to musical theatre! Broad way Tots will explore the beginning funda mentals of theatre and working together to perform. Broadway Tots will act, sing and dance to well known The Lion King Jr. songs! NOTE: The nal show for the Wednesday Tots will be on 5/17. The nal show for the Thursday Tots will be on 5/18.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 3-4
M: $315 / NM: $394
16665 W 4-4:45 pm 2/22-5/17
16666 Th 3-3:45 pm 2/23-5/18
NO CLASS: 3/29, 3/30
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER
Broadway Juniors: The Lion King Jr.
Calling all young actors... Are you ready to have your debut on stage? Join us in a won derful and exciting journey as we explore musical theatre! All actors involved in this program will rehearse weekly to learn songs, scenes and dances from The Lion King Jr.! Each cast member will receive a rehearsal CD and script for practice at home. Get ready for a fabulous show! Broadway, here we come! Please help your child practice and memorize at home so your actor feels con dent on stage. Please be prompt in arrival and dismissal times. All rehearsals are closed (no parents or guests watching).
NOTE: All Broadway Juniors will perform in one show, either 5/13 or 5/14.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 5-7
M: $349 / NM: $437
16667 W 4:45-5:45 pm 2/22-5/10
16668 Th 4-5 pm 2/23-5/4
NO CLASS: 3/29, 3/30
Broadway Stars: The Lion King Jr.
Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take ight in The Lion King Jr.! Jump into a magical world of musical theatre by exploring acting, singing and choreography in prepa ration for the show. By the end of class, you will be ready to take center stage and shine as one of the stars in The Lion King Jr. Each cast member will receive a rehearsal CD and script for practice at home. NOTE: All actors involved in the Broadway Stars will have a chance to perform on stage at the Commu nity House. Performance dates (actors will perform in one show) 5/12-19.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater Age 7-12
M: $429 / NM: $537
16669 M 4-6 pm 2/13-5/8
16670 F 4-6 pm 2/17-5/12
NO CLASS: 2/20, 3/27, 3/31, 4/7
Broadway Performers: The Lion King Jr.
NEW for Age 12-14!
Are you missing the chance to perform in a Broadway musical? Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take ight in The Lion King Jr. for grade 6-8. Bring your acting to the next level by working on character develop ment, vocal technique, and choreography. By the end of class, you’ll be ready to take center stage and shine as one of the stars in The Lion King Jr.! Each cast member will re ceive electronic music and script for practice at home. NOTE: Actors involved in Broadway Performers will have a chance to perform on stage at the Community House. Performance will take place on 5/12.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater Age 12-14
M: $429 / NM: $537
16671 M 6-7:30 pm 2/13-5/8
NO CLASS: 2/20, 3/27
Skyline Studios is a mainstay at the Community House and is proud to teach children of all levels the fundamentals of acting. Jacqui Siegel, drama teacher, and Erica Zuhr, elementary school teacher, are the co-owners of Skyline Studios, Inc. Mrs. Siegel and Mrs. Zuhr have performed in and directed numerous plays throughout the Chicagoland area. Mrs. Siegel has worked with world-renowned casting directors in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Together they bring their talents to Skyline Children’s Theater, excited to share their passion for the performing arts with the community.
No make-up classes will be offered. Please help your child practice and memorize at home so your actor feels con dent on stage. Please be prompt in arrival and dismissal times. All rehearsals are closed (no parents or guests watching). Actors are required to bring their scripts to every rehearsal. There will be no refunds after the rst week of classes.
For information email: skylinewinnetka@gmail.com
We have a variety of beautiful, year-round rental spaces. After being around for 100 years, one thing the Community House knows is how to throw party! We have event space for weddings, fundraisers, graduations, bar/bat mitzvahs, and other celebrations up to 200 guests.
“ Wonderful staff, wonderful space, wonderful caterer — our guests had a fantastic time. The Community House is my go-to for rental space! ”
— Elizabeth A.
You are only limited by your imagination when it comes to transforming the Community House’s stylish yet neutral spaces. We are happy to assist with all your party planning from caterers to music to decorations. Our staff is committed to making your event one to remember! FOR INFORMATION: KELSEY WRIGHT AT KELSEYW@MYWCH.ORG OR (847) 881-9303
“ Our party planner’s vision for our school’s bene t was nothing short of miraculous! The owers, food and lighting — every detail was a spot for the eye to linger and enjoy.”
— Irene S.
From the bright blooms of spring to the deep colors of autumn, the Historic Garden is the perfect spot for your perfect day! This hidden outdoor gem can accommodate 200 guests for a theater style ceremony and 150 for a seated dinner, with plenty of room for your rst dance under the stars.
The Garden Room accommodates 250 people theater style or 200 with tables and chairs. This space can also be divided into two separate rooms. Special features include natural light from south-facing windows, ne woodwork, variable lighting con gurations and a dance oor with a view of the garden.
“ Truly one of the loveliest weddings I’ve ever been to. The outdoor space was simply magical!”
— Mary K.
Junior
(847) 441-0995 jle-ns.org • jle-ns@sbcglobal.net
The Junior League of Evanston-North Shore, Inc. is an organiza tion of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Each year, League members commit thousands of volunteer hours to improving our community. In particular, the focus of our organi zation is on Advancing Employment and Supporting Families for those in need across Chicago’s North Suburbs. Founded in 1924 as the Junior League of Evanston, JLE-NS now has approxi mately 350 Active and Sustaining members. We reach out to all women regardless of age, race, religion, ethnic or national origin who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism.
(312) 721-1166 lpec.us
La Petite École de Chicago, a private, French language immersion school founded in 2015, with its rst campus in Hyde Park has opened a second campus at the Community House. The school serves families with children age 3 and above and offers a yearround, in-person, preschool to 6th grade curriculum based on the French national curriculum. The school also offers an online option for families with one or more individuals who cannot send children to school due to pre-existing conditions. Classes never exceed 10 students per teacher. Its teaching staff in Winnetka have a total of 52 years of experience.
(847) 446-2870 info@northshoreartleague.org northshoreartleague.org
Founded in 1924, the North Shore Art League is a non-pro t arts organization offering art classes for adults and children. As the only art center located in Winnetka, the NSAL not only offers art education, but also lectures, workshops, eld trips, gallery shows and special art events to the entire North Shore community. A summer juried art fair, Art in the Village, takes place in Hubbard Woods Park — right in the middle of the Hubbard Woods Design District and along bustling Green Bay Road in June. Located for over 90 years on the second oor of the Community House, classes are held in an historic, professional art studio featuring skylights and a large stone replace as well as a well-equipped print room facility. Classes in drawing, painting (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), pastels, etching, printmaking, gure study, encaustic and more are taught by a distinguished faculty–offering a unique, creative experience. League members may exhibit at the annual Members’ Show and throughout the year in NSAL gallery space within the Community House. Membership bene ts also include generous discounts at various art supply stores in the area and an eblast/brochure subscription.
The Winnetka Club (847) 446-1830 thewinnetkaclub.org
Since our founding in 1908, The Winnetka Club has been an integral part of the civic and philanthropic life of the North Shore Community. Thanks to our member’s participation and nancial contributions, we have been able to: deliver numerous meals to front-line hospital workers in North Shore Hospitals; provide PPE to support the Winnetka Police Department; organize a food drive to support the New Trier Township Food Pantry; and nancially support the educational and rebuilding efforts of My Block, My Hood, My City. High school members from our Youth Service Board work with residents at North Shore Place to make intergenerational friendships and the Club continues to award college scholarships to outstanding student leaders from New Trier Township high schools. We host a monthly Book Group and offer other social and cultural events for our membership, including museum tours and engaging lectures.
Winnetka Community Nursery School (847) 446-4432 winnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org
WCNS is a nationally accredited preschool for children ages 2-4, offering indoor and outdoor activities in a stimulating environment in which physical, social, intellectual and emotional growth is encouraged. Learning materials encourage creativity, promote cognitive growth and develop manipulative skills. WCNS also offers enrichment opportunities during the school year for children ages 3 and 4 and summer camp for children ages 2 (must turn 2 by March 1 of the current year) to 5 years old. For more information about WCNS, please visit our web site.
Winnetka Youth Organization (WYO) (847)446-0443 info@winnetkayo.org winnetkayo.org
The Winnetka Youth Organization, commonly known as “The YO,” is a nonpro t teen drop-in center located in the basement of the Winnetka Community House. We have been around since 1969, and serve as the only youth organization of its kind in Winnetka. Each year, the YO provides services to upwards of 1000 teens from this community. This includes recreational activities, music events, social service, diversity and education projects, and participation on the Youth Leadership Board. The mission of the Winnetka Youth Organization is to foster individual development in junior high and high school youth in the North Shore by providing adult-to-youth mentoring, prevention services, and opportunities for leadership, citizenship, and, education within a safe, informal environment.
Women’s Exchange (847) 441-3406 deb@womens-exchange.org womens-exchange.org
Women’s Exchange is a unique community of women (and some times men) committed to growth and authentic connection, be it through book discussions, building one’s nancial skills, looking at life’s education, learning about health and wellness, writing together, creating together, walking together, learning and dis cerning, moving through transitions or simply making a change with a new thought or idea. Each year, for nearly four decades, Women’s Exchange hosts over 100 workshops and classes and special events, all where conversations matter. Join in; discover something new for yourself and/or about yourself.
Christie’s Integrative Fitness Classes (847) 224-6766 christie. tness@icloud.com
Congregation Hakafa (847) 242-0687 conghakafa@hakafa.org hakafa.org
Falun Gong/Quigong Body Mind Exercises
Warren Tai (312) 607-1688 falundafa.org
Friends of Bill W. AA Support Group Sundays
Lake Shore Unitarian Society (847) 807-5787 lakeshoreunitarian.org
NT Studio Inc ntstudioinc@gmail.com
Off Campus Writers Workshop ocww.info@gmail.com Yearly Membership: $30 Weekly Session Fee: Members: $10 Guests/Non-Members: $15 ocwwinfo7333.wildapricot.org
Trudie’s Winnetka Backgammon Club
Bill Chibnik (847) 291-6768 chibnikw@aol.com winnetkabackgammon.com
Winnetka-North eld Rotary Club info@wnrotary.org wnrotary.org
Member registration opens Nov. 21, 2022 and will be processed on a rst come, rst served basis. All non-members will be able to register Nov. 28, 2022. Registration received through the mail, or in person will be processed by 5 pm the next business day. The best way to ensure that your registration is processed immediately is by registering online at mycommunityhouse.org.
Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, provided the instruc tor has space and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.
Register early! Prior to the start of any class, reg istration is reviewed to determine if the enrollment is suf cient to hold the class. Do not wait until the day of the rst class to register or you may nd the class has been canceled due to low enrollment.
Full refunds will be issued for classes that are cancelled due to insuf cient registration. Should COVID-19 require a return to virtual programming or a combination of virtual and in-person program ming, we will issue pro-rated refunds for any pro grams that can not be completed through a virtual or combination platform. Other refunds, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund request is received ve full working days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be allowed after this time unless a medical condition develops and a written explanation from a physician on his/her letterhead is presented. Due to advanced reservation requirements, no refunds for trips, outings or special events will be given.
The Community House intends to keep its facilities and programs operating whenever possible. There are times, however, when weather, road conditions or facility malfunctions dictate that programs and/or services must be canceled or temporarily postponed or entire facilities closed. In order to provide employees and patrons with a safe and secure environment in which to work and play, the Community House reserves the right to close a particular facility or cancel a program when deemed necessary.
If School District 36 cancels classes for the entire day, all of the Community House children’s programs (including Childcare) starting before noon will be canceled. Decisions on all adult programs and children’s programs starting after noon will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please check mycommunityhouse.org for complete details on class cancellations.
The Community House makes every effort to avoid scheduling programs or events on religious holidays. Anyone affected will be offered the option of attending a session of the same program on a different date as a make-up, or receiving a prorated refund of the series fee for the date missed.
The Community House is not responsible for the supervision of children on site prior to or remaining on site after the established program times. The Community House is handicapped accessible. If you or any member of your family has special needs, please see a staff member. The Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported by our programs, fundraising events, our annual campaign, and donations.
Work with our team to craft a customized program in theater, dance, music, sports, ftness or education. If you are interested in creating or teaching a Community House class, please contact Jeff Wahl at jeffw@mywch.org.
