Founded in 1911, the Community House is a non-profit organization offering 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 classes and programs.
Membership: mycommunityhouse.org/memberships
Become a Donor
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. Join us!
• Volunteer: (847) 446-0537
Community House
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093
Ph: (847) 446-0537
mycommunityhouse.org
Board of Govenors
Peter Eatherton, Chair
Neil Golden, Past Chair
Marcia Sutter, Secretary
Rob Schriesheim, Treasurer
Sally Anderson
Raheela Anwar
Laura Barden
Susan Cellmer
Van Crocker
Hunter Davis
Courtney Finlayson
Kim Frezados
Bob Gauch
Betsy Hammond
Duncan Healy
Tommy Hudgins
Betsy Landes
Brad McLane
Jordan Prager
Ryan Reis
Emily Rose
Anne Crum Ross
Susan Snyder
Steven Soehn
Kate Uniowski
Susanna Ver Eecke
Emilee Wolfe
Carrie Compall, CTW President
Tria Thomas, Woman’s Board Co-President
Shayne Welch, Woman’s Board Co-President
Community House Staff
Amy Skalinder, President / CEO
Sahra Ballowe, Events Manager
Kate Brower, Finance Manager
Mike Buscher, Chief Operating Of cer
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
Rachel Tandy, Fitness Manager
Jeff Wahl, Program Manager
MISSION STATEMENT
The Community House mission is to serve as a gathering place for all and inspire lifelong learning, personal growth, and community spirit through enjoyable, engaging activities and meaningful shared experiences.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
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
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.
Tria Thomas, Co-President
Shayne Welch, Co-President
Cynthia Anglemyer
Jenny Beyrak
Dominique Birchmeier
Katie Boyd
Sheila Canmann
Amy Capocchi
Danielle Cashman
Julie Cassin
Carolyn Clark
Christina Cripe
Kristen Cross
Alyssa Demas Quinn
Julia DeNapoli
Lizzie Donnelly
Kim Downey
Anya Dudek
Maria Faith
Jessica Fay
Katie Flanigan
Georgia Garvey
Allison Gary
Michele Giczewski
Dena Hanner
Kristen Hayes
Cricket King
Kathryn Kish
Kate Kligora
Kelly Laszlo
Meredith Lussen
Kristen Lutz
Dee Macey
Tara Maher
Kristin Mahr
Anne Malone
Julie McCauley
Colleen Miczek
Jessica Newell
Abby O’Brien
Patty O’Connell
Kate Osmond
Beth Quintana
Laura Roche
Lucy Sander
Christina Self
Laura Senner
Sarah Sims
Join us for learning, discovery, and fun at the Community House this summer! Campers entering grades 2-6 will be placed into small groups of 12 which will rotate through four special classes each day, taught by favorite local teachers! The program runs from 8:50 -11:45 am; each class will be 40 minutes.
Signing up with a friend? No problem — just make sure you register for the same program (Option A or Option B) and give the name of your friend at the appropriate prompt. You may only request one friend, and only one-to-one mutual friend requests will be honored. Your child’s group and detailed schedule will be provided in early June.
Entering Grades 2-6 (Ages 7-12)
M: $695 / NM: $895
17686 M-F 8:50-11:45 am 6/17-7/19
NO CLASS: 7/4, 7/5
A Journey into Science:
Discovery and Explorations
Instructor: Gina Wild
Are you curious about systems, cycles, and how things work? This class explores a variety of materials, science concepts, and wonders of nature. Come learn about the how, why, and what behind many science discoveries—we’ll have plenty of fun with polymers, putty, sparkles, and slime!
Nature, Crafts, and Up-cycling
Instructor: Carol Beaver
Do you love picking up rocks and shells?
Do you love making all kinds of crafts and creatively using up-cycled items? We’ll do all that as we create projects like dream catchers, mushroom shaped mini houses, pinecone creatures, garden signs and walking sticks for your next nature hike.
Cardio Club
Instructor: DJ Barraca
Have fun and get active this summer with a mix of running/cardio games! Plus, we’ll cover the basics of cardio workouts to give you options for staying active throughout the year.
Harry Potter
Instructor: Florencia Lagos
The Harry Potter class offers a space for creativity and imagination among Harry Potter enthusiasts or any kid that loves to play in a world of fantasy. We’ll make crafts, create stories, explore magic potions, and play board games that enhance our thinking and strategizing skills—all within the Harry Potter theme! We might even head outside for a game of Quidditch!
Entering Grades 2-6 (Ages 7-12)
M: $695 / NM: $895
17687 M-F 8:50-11:45 am 6/17-7/19
NO CLASS: 7/4, 7/5
Instructor: Christie Given
Each week we will explore food favorites from different countries around the world. Children will learn to use various lifelong skills such as weighing, measuring, time tracking, and other basic math skills all while making delicious meals.
Instructor: Julie Rice
Let’s put a new spin on Reduce, Reuse, Recycle as we make a wide variety of fun projects using sculpture, sewing, paper mâché, drawing and painting, and other techniques. We can create bags, vases, mobiles, fridge magnets, candle holders, bookmarks, and more as we look to the recycling bin for inspiration – the possibilities are endless!
Instructor: Dan Osten
Have fun exploring a variety of different sports over the course of the summer! Each day, we’ll focus on a different activity with instruction and time to play! Sports will include soccer, ultimate frisbee, football, kickball, volleyball, and team handball.
Instructor: Crystal Roel
Have you ever noticed how cute a penguin’s waddle is? Or maybe you’ve wondered which animal’s eye is bigger than their brain? (Psst, it’s an ostrich!) Each week we’ll explore different unique animals that live on this planet through discussion, games/trivia, informational videos, jokes, crafts, and more!
Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, oor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, capture the ag and other group games. The camp focuses on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 3-5
M: $209 / NM: $289
17689 Tu,W,Th,F 9 am-Noon 5/28-5/31
17621 M,T,W,F 9 am-Noon 7/1-7/5
M: $260 / NM: $360
17628 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/3-6/7
17629 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/10-6/14
17630 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/17-6/21
17632 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/24-6/28
17622 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/8-7/12
17623 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/15-7/19
17624 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/22-7/26
17625 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/29-8/2
17626 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/5-8/9
17627 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/12-8/16
17634 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/19-8/23
17635 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/26-8/30
NO CLASS: 7/4
This fun, movement-based camp will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions, and games will ensure an interactive, fun, and rewarding environment! Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 4-7
M: $225 / NM: $285
17646 M-F 1-3 pm 6/10-6/14
17647 M-F 1-3 pm 6/17-6/21
17648 M-F 1-3 pm 6/24-6/28
17650 M-F 1-3 pm 7/8-7/12
17651 M-F 1-3 pm 7/15-7/19
17652 M-F 1-3 pm 7/22-7/26
17653 M-F 1-3 pm 7/29-8/2
17654 M-F 1-3 pm 8/5-8/9
17655 M-F 1-3 pm 8/12-8/16
17656 M-F 1-3 pm 8/19-8/23
17657 M-F 1-3 pm 8/26-8/30
M: $179 / NM: $229
17649 M,T,W,F 1-3 pm 7/1-7/5
NO CLASS: 7/4
Each day campers will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with friends. Campers will grow their knowledge of the game — from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. Children will learn problem-solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more! This camp is open to all playing levels.
Instructor: Chess-Ed
Grade 1-5 (GRADE ENTERING IN FALL 2023)
M: $245 / NM: $299
17690 M-F 1-3 pm 8/5-8/9
17691 M-F 10 am-Noon 8/12-8/16
Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using RoboThink bricks, then apply that knowledge to building multiple robots for friendly competitions. Play robot soccer, compete in robot relay races and other challenges in this fun robotics camp!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc.
Age 7-13
M: $230 / NM: $288
17683 M-F 1-4 pm 7/8-7/12
This popular camp incorporates imagination, movement, pantomime, music, and dance. Each week we will explore a new theme, learn basic ballet, improve motor skills, complete an arts & crafts project. Please have your child toilet trained as the instructor cannot change diapers. You may sign up for as many days as you wish. Please bring a water bottle to class. Leotard and ballet slippers or bare feet are required.
Instructor: Gwendolyn Britt
Age 3-6
M: $333 / NM: $396
17692 M 1-2:30 pm 6/7-8/9
17702 W 1-2:30 pm 6/19-8/21
NO CLASS: 7/8, 7/10
FOR AFTERNOON AND EVENING SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER PROGRAMS FOR AGES 5-12
SEE PAGE 32
Full & Half Day Broadway Camps
It’s time to shine on stage this summer! Each camper will memorize a named role in the show, learn fully staged songs and dances, and work together as a team to create an incredible performance for friends and family on the nal day of camp! These full and half day camps will be packed with developing characters, rehearsing musical numbers, staging intricate scenes, becoming back stage leaders, doing arts and crafts, playing theater games, and enjoying outdoor time –all under the guidance of Skyline’s fabulous Teaching Artists.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 6-13
M: $950 / NM : $1,140
Full Day: Mary Poppins Jr.
17673 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/24-7/3
17768 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/19-8/30
Full Day: High School Musical 2 Jr.
17674 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/8-7/19
Full Day: Shrek The Musical Jr.
17676 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/22-8/2
Full Day: The Little Mermaid Jr.
17679 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/5-8/16
M: $635 / NM : $826
Half Day: Mary Poppins Jr.
17672 M-F 9 am-Noon
17769 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: High School Musical 2 Jr.
17675 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: Shrek The Musical Jr.
17677 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: The Little Mermaid Jr.
17680 M-F 9 am-Noon
EVENTS INFORMATION: mycommunityhouse.org
MAR. 22-24 AND 29-30
Mark your calendars for Follies fun! The Village Follies is a long-standing, annual variety show of warm-hearted music, dance, and comedy skits. All proceeds from the event bene t the Community House. INFORMATION & TICKETS: villagefollies.com
APR. 7 1 PM
Spring is in the air! Join us and make an a grapevine wreath with hand-dyed wood owers, ribbons, and spring accessories. You’ll go home with a beautiful wreath to brighten up rainy spring days!
$75 – PER PERSON
COMMUNITY HOUSE JUNIOR BOARD
5K FUN RUN
SATURDAY Join ARRGGG annual 5K Fun Run, proudly sponsored by the Community House Junior Board, for a fun- lled morning of tness! All proceeds bene t the Community House.
MAY 4
$25 – IN ADVANCE
MONDAY Is your computer out of control? We’ll give you tips on getting rid of and organizing les so that your Mac or PC will run faster and more ef ciently.
MAY 13
6:30 PM
$25 – PER PERSON
SUNDAY
MAY 5
Show Dates: April 25-28
Information and Tickets: childrenstheatrewinnetka.com
Children’s Theatre of Winnetka is celebrating their 50th Anniversary! Save the date for a gala performance and reception as alumni and special guests perform a CTW retrospective.
INFORMATION & TICKETS: childrenstheatrewinnetka.com
FLOWER
EVE OF THE Solstice Celebration
Wed., June 19 6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate the coming Summer Solstice with a Yoga and Meditation event in the beautiful outdoor garden. This event is FREE but registration is required. Register: mycommunityhouse.org
SATURDAY Enjoy sharing memories with your child! Create a beautiful display of spring owers. You’ll leave with two lovely arrange to brighten your home.
MAY 18 1 PM
$80 – PER COUPLE
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and we are grateful to both members and leadership for the warm welcome. We look forward to our
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Age 3 & Up
This special party features balloon art by the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. Your talented balloon artist will create classics such as dogs, butter ies, swords, giraffes and much more!
Age 4 & Up
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!
Age 3 & Up
Each theme 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 45-60 minutes of entertainment/ instruction.
Age 7 & Up
Our experienced performers attract and hold a child’s attention. Parties can include balloon animals, games, kooky magic, and interactive
Abracadabra! Children will enjoy an amazing display of magical tricks at this exciting party! Our professional magicians gear their magic to children of all ages.
Age 4-10
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a glam day on your birthday! Each child receives a make-over with nail polish, make-up, clip-in hair extensions in fun neon colors, and enjoy a blowout fashion show nale!
$400 for up to 8 guests; $500 for 9-14 guests; $550 for 15-20 guests
Age 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!
Age 3-7
Leap, hop, skip, and run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test! This fun, movement-based party will challenge guests to maneuver over and under objects. $300 for up to 15 guests; More than 15 guests require a second instructor w/additional cost.
The ultimate party theme for any Nerf battle loving kid! Coaches facilitate different styles of play to ensure everyone is involved and having fun.
All equipment (incl. eye protection) will be provided. $300 for up to 15 guests; More than 15 guests require a second instructor with additional cost.
Age 6-12
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a day of pampering! Each child receives a pedicure and manicure complete with soaking, scrubbing, buf ng, and polishing of nails and toes. As an added bonus, guests take home an awesome pampering kit!
$400 for up to 8 guests; $500 for 9-14 guests; $550 for 15-20 guests
Age 6-12
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a rockin’ good time! Each child will receive a “Rock” make-over complete with make-up, sparkles, and clip-in hair extensions in fun neon colors! The party will have a fabulous dance nale.
$400 for up to 8 guests; $500 for 9-14 guests; $550 for 15-20 guests
Age 4 & Up
If your child loves sports, this is the perfect birthday party! A trained instructor will lead guests in sporting activities such as basketball,
$300 for up to 15 guests; More than 15 guests .
What do you get when you cross the Olympicloons? You get Wacky Relays! Loads of fun
Our convenient location, state-of-the-art equipment, professional staff, and welcoming environment will help you meet your tness goals.
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday: 5 am - 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 7 am - 6 pm
$ 59 / MONTH* NO INITIATION FEE
Your Essential Membership includes:
• State-of-the-art exercise equipment
• FitTurf training
• Locker rooms, steam rooms, and towel service
• Peloton® Bikes with full class library - NEW!
• Two FREE Start Strong personal training sessions**
We are excited to offer you multiple ways to customize your tness experience at the Community House! With your Essential Membership you now have the option to add UNLIMITED Enhancements:
HydroMassage is an innovative water massage lounger for wellness and muscle recovery. CryoLounge is an advanced recovery chair with complementary cold and heat zones to target soreness and minor aches and pains.
Connect with your tness community with unlimited drop-ins to live, in-person group tness classes taught by certi ed, caring instructors. Also enjoy access to our complete virtual class library – featuring hundreds of recorded classes you can take at home or anywhere including strength, cardio, and more! See mycommunityhouse.org/group tness for information and schedule.
Our child care staff provides a safe, nurturing 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.
+ $50 / MONTH — Elite (includes ALL of the Enhancements!) Recovery, Group Fitness, and Child Care
Start Strong Sessions** FREE TO NEW MEMBERS!
As a bene t of membership, enjoy two FREE 30-minute Personal Training Sessions! Ask at the Fitness Center front desk about scheduling your sessions.
* Monthly memberships conveniently auto-renew each month through a recurring charge to your bank account or credit card.
** Start Strong Sessions may be used once in the lifetime of a Fitness Center member. Returning members are not eligible for additional sessions.
Our personal training program offers you one on one training tailored to meet your speci c tness goals. If you need that extra push or some personalized attention, personal training can provide the direction and motivation you need. For more information contact the Fitness Center at (847) 446-1994 or ll out an inquiry form at mycommunityhouse.org/personal-training.
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• Cybex ArcTrainers
• FitTurf (40 yards of training turf)
• Free Weight Equipment
• Helix Lateral Trainers
• Life Fitness Cross Trainers
• Peloton® Bikes
• Life Fitness Strength Training Equipment
• Matrix 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
• AudioFetch app for TV audio
Bob Davis
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 Basketball Final Four. Bob is certi ed through the International Sports Science Association.
Dolores Ohlwein
Dolores has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their tness goals since 1991. She enjoys helping clients maintain a healthy lifestyle by using: 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.
Chris Treiber
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 is certi ed through the American Council on Exercise, the Functional Aging Institute (Functional Aging Specialist) and the Gray Institute (Applied Functional Science).
Edwin Ventura
Edwin is a NASM certi ed personal trainer as well as a USA licensed Boxing Coach. He grew up in Waukegan playing soccer for 15 years before switching to boxing for the last 6 years. He enjoys training a wide range of clients for performance, general health, and weight loss. Edwin also holds a Performance Enhancement Specialty Certi cation through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, which enables him to train athletes to reach their full conditioning potential.
KNOCKOUT GROUP FITNESS CLASS
EVE OF THE Solstice Celebration
WED., JUNE 19 6:30-8:30 PM
Celebrate the coming Summer Solstice with a Yoga and Meditation event in the beautiful outdoor garden. This event is FREE but registration is required.
Register: mycommunityhouse.org
FITNESS CENTER MEMBER AND NON-MEMBER
Drop-in fee for any Group Fitness class: $ 20
Stop by the tness front desk before class to pay and pick up your voucher to take to the instructor.
Find your tness community with our exciting group tness classes! Classes are taught by certi ed, caring instructors with a passion for teaching and tness!
Yoga Flow
All levels yoga ow class.
Strength Bootcamp
Build strength, increase lean muscle mass,
WERQTM is the wildly addictive cardio dance workout based on trending pop and hip hop music.
This combination of Pilates moves and yoga poses will help strengthen and lengthen muscles and help create a lean, toned look. schedule!
For Group Fitness schedule and information
unityhouse.org/
AgeActive
This 60-minute class focuses on exercises that help build balance, strength, mobility, exibility, cognitive capability, and cardio/ pulmonary capacity and is appropriate all ages and for seniors who use walkers.
Instructor: Liz Geifman
Age 18 & Up
M: $60 / NM: $75
17749 Th 11:30 am-12:30 pm 6/6-6/27
17746 M 11:30 am-12:30 pm 6/10-7/1
17748 M 11:30 am-12:30 pm 7/8-7/29
17750 Th 11:30 am-12:30 pm 7/11-8/1
This gentle chair yoga practice is for people of all ages and mobility limitations. Create exibility and space in your body, use deep effective breathing techniques and work on stability and balance.
Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy
Age 18 & Up
M: $75 / NM: $95
17562 W Noon-12:45 pm 4/10-5/8
17563 W Noon-12:45 pm 5/15-6/12
This class covers basic poses, the purpose of props, and the bene ts of each type of practice.
The class includes ve classes covering the following:
1. Intro and basic staging poses; 2. Standing poses and lunges; 3. Balancing poses; 4. Back bends, and twists;
5. Putting it all together – A Beginner Yoga Class!
Instructor: Jim Gibilterra
Age 14 & Up
M: $25 / NM: $95
17766 Su 2:30-3:30 pm 7/7-8/4
*Attendance at each class is recommended as different poses are taught each week in progression.
This course teaches adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants.
Instructor: Joe Hubbard
Age 18 & Up
M: $50 / NM: $65
17574 Tu 6:30-8:30 pm 5/21
17745 Tu 6:30-8:30 pm 7/16
NEW!
Get ready for the Treasure Trot, the Junior Board 5K (or the running season) in this conditioning class, which will include short outdoor group runs in nice weather, conditioning drills on the turf, and strength training for runners. No running experience is necessary. Class meets on the turf.
Instructor: Edwin Ventura
Age 13 & Up
M: $75 / NM: $95
17762 Tu 5:45-6:45 pm 3/19-4/30
Spring Break: Total Sports Camp Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, teamwork and good sportsmanship. Prizes and awards will be given. Campers should bring a snack and water bottle.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 4-6
M: $260 / NM: $360
17341 M-F 9 am-Noon 3/25-3/29
17350 M-F 9 am-Noon 4/1-4/5
Age 7-9
M: $260 / NM: $360
17349 M-F 9 am-Noon 3/25-3/29
17351 M-F 9 am-Noon 4/1-4/5
Spring Break: Basketball Camp Campers will work on all the fundamental basketball skills necessary to becoming an all around player. Skills include defense, dribbling, rebounding, shooting, screening, and more!
Instructor: Hoops4Health
M / NM: $165
Age 5-7
17422 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 3/25-3/29
Age 8-14
17421 M-F 1:30-3 pm 3/25-3/29
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
Did you know you can rent the Gymnasium?
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.
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 professional 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: $239 / NM: $309
17419 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm 4/2-6/4
17427 Th 1:45-2:30 pm 4/4-6/6
17430 F 1:45-2:30 pm 4/5-6/7
These clinics are designed for little basketball 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 coaching 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: $239 / NM: $309
17428 Tu 4-5 pm 4/2-6/4
17431 Th 4-5 pm 4/4-6/6
17432 F 4-5 pm 4/5-6/7
Infant-Age 5 / $6 per child
Wednesdays, April 3 - June 12 from 10:45 am - 12:15 pm
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!
Participants must wear gym shoes. No food allowed. Parents or caregivers must remain with children. SPORTS & MORE
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 provided 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: $219 / NM: $279
17385 Sa 9-9:45 am 4/6-6/8
M: $245 / NM: $315
17360 Tu 9:15-10 am 4/2-6/4
17361 Tu 10:15-11 am 4/2-6/4
17374 Th 10:15-11 am 4/4-6/6
NO CLASS: 5/25
Children are introduced to age-appropriate gymnastic exercises speci cally designed for balance and coordination. Wear loose tting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun! Please register your child; the accompanying adult (required) is included.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 2-3
M: $219 / NM: $279
17355 M 1:30-2:15 pm 4/1-6/3
M: $245 / NM: $315
17366 W 11-11:45 am 4/3-6/5
17380 F 1:30-2:15 pm 4/5-6/7
M: $219 / NM: $279
17388 Su 9-9:45 am 4/7-6/9
NO CLASS: 5/27
Your child’s physical, emotional and social skills will be enhanced through this energetic class! Children are introduced to ageappropriate exercises speci cally designed for balance and coordination. Wear loose tting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun!
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 3-5
M: $219 / NM: $279
17356 M 2:15-3 pm 4/1-6/3
17389 Su 9:45-10:30 am 4/7-6/9
M: $245 / NM: $315
17367 W 11:45 am-12:30 pm 4/3-6/5
17381 F 2:15-3 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 5/26, 5/27
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 communication. 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: $245 / NM: $315
17365 W 10-10:45 am 4/3-6/5
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: $309 / NM: $399
17370 W 4-5 pm 4/3-6/5
NO CLASS: 5/8
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 nurture his or her growth socially through teamwork 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 Community Nursery School pick-up available at 11:15 am.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 3-5
M: $369 / NM: $479
17353 M 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/1-6/3
M: $415 / NM: $535
17368 W 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/3-6/5
17379 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 5/27
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: $369 / NM: $479
17354 M 1-2:30 pm 4/1-6/3
M: $415 / NM: $535
17369 W 1:15-2:45 pm 4/3-6/5
17382 F 1-2:30 pm 4/5-6/7
M: $245 / NM: $315
17375 Th 2-2:45 pm 4/4-6/6
M: $219 / NM: $279
17386 Sa 9:45-10:30 am 4/6-6/8
NO CLASS: 5/25
Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. Parents and Tots have fun in this movement-based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. We will also play many large group games to further challenge their Ninja skills. Parents or caregiver participation is required.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 2-3
M: $219 / NM: $279
17357 M 4-4:45 pm 4/1-6/3
17390 Su 10:30-11:15 am 4/7-6/9
NO CLASS: 5/26, 5/27
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: $219 / NM: $279
17358 M 4:45-5:30 pm 4/1-6/3
17391 Su 11:15 am-Noon 4/7-6/9
M: $345 / NM: $445
17363 Tu 4-5 pm 4/2-6/4
17364 Tu 5-6 pm 4/2-6/4
17376 Th 4-5 pm 4/4-6/6
17377 Th 5-6 pm 4/4-6/6
17383 F 4-5 pm 4/5-6/7
NO CLASS: 5/26, 5/27
Take everything you learned from Jr. Ninja Warriors and test your skills with even more dif cult obstacles and exercises speci cally designed for balance and coordination, as well as physical and emotional development.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 6-9
M: $345 / NM: $445
17384 F 5-6 pm 4/5-6/7
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 setting, and the use of more traditional sports equipment and game balls will be used as well. Competitions and individual timed races 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: $309 / NM: $399
17387 Sa 10:30-11:30 am 4/6-6/8
NO CLASS: 5/25
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.
This class is designed to teach young players the fundamentals of pickleball. Children learn the rules, parts of the court, grips, strokes and strategy. Each class is designed to promote good sportsmanship and teamwork.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
M: $309 / NM: $399
Age 6-8
17371 W 5-6 pm 4/3-6/5
Age 8-12
17372 W 6-7 pm 4/3-6/5
M: $275 / NM: $355
Age 8-12
17359 M 6-7 pm 4/1-6/3
NO CLASS: 5/6, 5/8, 5/27
AGE 18 + DROP-IN
$8/person drop-in fee
COMMUNITY HOUSE GYMNASIUM
Wednesdays: April 3 - June 5 8-10:30 AM
Wednesdays: June 19 - August 7 8-9:45 AM
Thursdays: April 4 - June 6 11:15 AM-1:15 PM
NO CLASS: 5/9
The Olympic sport of fencing demands a blend of tactical and strategic thought and a physical execution of those decisions.
Fencing 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. All equipment is provided.
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 Academy (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: $265 / NM: $339
17435 W 4:15-5:15 pm 4/3-5/8
M: $219 / NM: $285
17436 W 4:15-5:15 pm 5/15-6/12
17658 W 4:15-5:15 pm 6/26-7/24
17659 W 4:15-5:15 pm 7/31-8/28
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, physical and social skills. In addition, each child will experience social interaction in a fun environment.
Instructor: Hot Shots Sports
Age 2-4
M: $245 / NM: $315
17378 F 10-10:45 am 4/5-6/7
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 2-4
M: $219 / NM: $279
17352 M 10-10:45 am 4/1-6/3
M: $245 / NM: $315
17373 Th 9:15-10 am 4/4-6/6
NO CLASS: 5/27
Little Dragons
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: $165 / NM : $215
17288 M 4-4:40 pm 4/1-6/10
17660 M 4-4:40 pm 6/24-8/26
17664 W 4-4:40 pm 6/26-8/28
M: $185 / NM : $239
17289 W 4-4:40 pm 4/3-6/12
NO CLASS: 5/27
Parent & Child Taekwondo
Improve physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics and traditional Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking and blocking. Fee includes instruction for one parent and one child.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center
Age 7 & Up
M: $165 / NM : $215
17294 M 5:40-6:35 pm 4/1-6/10
17662 M 5:40-6:35 pm 6/24-8/26
17666 W 5:40-6:35 pm 6/26-8/28
M: $185 / NM : $239
17296 W 5:40-6:35 pm 4/3-6/12
NO CLASS: 5/27
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: $165 / NM : $215
17290 M 4:40-5:30 pm 4/1-6/10
17661 M 4:40-5:30 pm 6/24-8/26
17665 W 4:45-5:35 pm 6/26-8/28
M: $185 / NM : $239
17291 W 4:45-5:35 pm 4/3-6/12
NO CLASS: 5/27
This program includes a balanced cardiovascular 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: $165 / NM : $215
17292 M 5:40-6:30 pm 4/1-6/10
17663 M 5:40-6:30 pm 6/24-8/26
17667 W 5:40-6:30 pm 6/26-8/28
M: $185 / NM : $239
17293 W 5:40-6:30 pm 4/3-6/12
NO CLASS: 5/27
Taekwondo is a 2,000-year-old martial art that is accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities. Students can improve concentration, self-esteem, and achieve life-long physical fitness while learning self-defense skills through Taekwondo. 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.
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.
Info: Rachel at rachelt@mywch.org for more information and availability.
Celeste Cifala Roy
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 Everybody Move Inc. classes cultivate play, imagination and fun!
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.
Everybody Move Inc.
This class is the perfect balance between child-centered instruction and supported imaginative play! Your child will explore their motor and musical listening skills. We explore music through stories, puppets, balls, hoops, scarves, rhythm instruments, drums, and more! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy
Age 6-12 months
M: $225 / NM: $293
17493 Th 10:30-11:30 am 4/11-6/6
Age 12-24 months
M: $250 / NM: $325
17490 W 10:30-11:30 am 4/10-6/12
M: $225 / NM: $293
17491 Th 9:15-10:15 am 4/11-6/6
M: $138 / NM: $174
17705 W 10:30-11:30 am 6/19-8/7
17707 Th 9:15-10:15 am 6/20-8/8
17708 Th 10:30-11:30 am 6/20-8/8
Age 2-3
M: $250 / NM: $325
17489 W 9:15-10:15 am 4/10-6/12
M: $138 / NM: $174
17704 W 9:15-10:15 am 6/19-8/ 7
NO CLASS: 7/4, 7/5, 7/24, 7/25
Can’t join us for Music ‘n’ Me every week? This special new class meets just once a month on the 2nd Saturday! Children will sing, dance and play while interact with different instruments. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Dan Rosa
Age 10 months-4 years
M: $180 / NM: $234
17761 Sa 9:45-10:15 am 6/8-8/24
AGE 3 1/2 -6 Students will learn music theory that can be applied to every instrument! This 30-minute class is designed as drop-off program.
For Day/Time: danielgrosa@me.com or (310) 722-2112
Sing, dance and move while listening to live music! Teacher Dan shares the gift of music while performing on different instruments. Children enjoying a variety of popular songs and movement activities while interacting with instruments. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Dan Rosa
Age 10 months-4 years
M: $150 / NM: $195
17711 M 9-9:30 am 4/15-5/13
17712 M 9:45-10:15 am 4/15-5/13
17713 M 10:30-11 am 4/15-5/13
17714 Tu 9-9:30 am 4/16-5/14
17716 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 4/16-5/14
17717 Tu 10:30-11 am 4/16-5/14
17718 Th 9-9:30 am 4/18-5/16
17719 Th 9:45-10:15 am 4/18-5/16
17720 Th 10:30-11 am 4/18-5/16
17721 F 9-9:30 am 4/19-5/17
17722 F 9:45-10:15 am 4/19-5/17
17723 F 10:30-11 am 4/19-5/17
M: $240 / NM: $312
17724 M 9-9:30 am 5/20-7/8
17725 M 9:45-10:15 am 5/20-7/8
17726 M 10:30-11 am 5/20-7/8
17727 Tu 9-9:30 am 5/21-7/9
17728 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 5/21-7/9
17729 Tu 10:30-11 am 5/21-7/9
M: $90 / NM: $117
17730 Th 9-9:30 am 5/23-6/6
17731 Th 9:45-10:15 am 5/23-6/6
17732 Th 10:30-11 am 5/23-6/6
M: $210 / NM: $273
17733 F 9-9:30 am 5/24-7/12
17740 F 9:45-10:15 am 5/24-7/12
17741 F 10:30-11 am 5/24-7/12
17734 M 9-9:30 am 7/15-8/26
17735 M 9:45-10:15 am 7/15-8/26
17736 M 10:30-11 am 7/15-8/26
17737 Tu 9-9:30 am 7/16-8/27
17738 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 7/16-8/27
17739 Tu 10:30-11 am 7/16-8/27
17742 F 9-9:30 am 7/19-8/30
17743 F 9:45-10:15 am 7/19-8/30
17744 F 10:30-11 am 7/19-8/30
NO CLASS: 7/4, 7/5
Tiny Bits
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. An adult must accompany each child. No siblings are allowed. Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.
Instructors: Ola Muszynki and Elyse Ferdinand
Age 1-2
M: $270 / NM: $344
17504 W 9:15-10 am 4/3-5/29
17505 W 10:15-11 am 4/3-5/29
17756 W 9:15-10 am 6/5-7/31
17757 W 10:15-11 am 6/5-7/31
M: $240 / NM: $312
17507 Th 9:15-10 am 4/4-5/30
17508 Th 10:15-11 am 4/4-5/30
17758 Th 9:15-10 am 6/6-8/1
17759 Th 10:15-11 am 6/6-8/1
NO CLASS: 5/9, 7/4
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 cooperation. Unfortunately, staff cannot change diapers. Register for one or both days! This is a drop off class.
Instructors: Ola Muszynki and Elyse Ferdinand
Age 2-3
M: $264 / NM: $344
17502 M 9:30-11 am 4/1-5/20
M: $297 / NM: $386
17503 Tu 9:30-11 am 4/2-5/28
17752 M 9:30-11 am 6/3-7/29
17755 Tu 9:30-11 am 6/4-7/30
Each class is centered on a different number and letter which are reinforced through puppets, songs, games and stories.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand
Age 2 1/2 -4
M: $297 / NM: $387
17506 F 9:30-11 am 4/5-5/31
M: $264 / NM: $344
17760 F 9:30-11 am 6/7-8/2
NO CLASS: 7/5
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, and nd out what made their works masterpieces!
Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures
Age 4-7
M: $264 / NM: $352
17470 W 4-5:30 pm 4/3-6/12
17472 Th 4-5:30 pm 4/4-6/13
Join us as we shake off Old Man Winter and welcome Spring with a charming afternoon tea with delectable treats!
Fee is per person.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette
3 & Up with Parent/Adult
M: $46 / NM: $59
17543 Su 2:30-4 pm 4/21
Chess Club
Each week students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with classmates. Students will grow their knowledge of the game — from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. Children will learn problem-solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more! The chess program is open to all playing levels.
Instructor: Chess Ed
Grade 1-5
M: $234 / NM: $288
17512 Tu 4:45-5:45 pm 4/2-5/28
Expedition Mars NEW!
Inspired by popular movies, NASA and space travel! Come on an adventure building functional robots using RoboThink bricks in this super-fun program! Kids learn about space, space travel and gravity, all while building a variety of interstellar robots. Your child will have a blast exploring the world of robotic technologies as they build, learn and play.
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc.
Age 7-12
M: $210 / NM: $270
17475 F 4-5:30 pm 4/12-5/17
Battle Robots Camp NEW!
Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using RoboThink bricks, then apply that knowledge to building multiple robots for friendly competitions. Play robot soccer, compete in robot relay races and other challenges in this fun robotics camp!
Instructor: RoboThink, Inc.
Age 7-13
M: $230 / NM: $288
17683 M-F 1-4 pm 7/8-7/12
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, introductions, voice level, and when to leave a party or group with appreciation and farewells. And, of course, we will discuss followingup with a thank you note! Appropriate cell phone use is discussed. 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: $110 / NM: $143
17540 Su 10:30 am-Noon 4/7
In this class students learn how to set the table for a three-course meal and use appropriate 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 farewells. And, of course, we will discuss following-up with a thank you note! Appropriate cell phone use is discussed. Business casual dress is required. No jeans or tennis shoes.
Instructor: Con dence With Etiquette
Grade 3-8
M: $110 / NM: $143
17541 Su 12:30-2:30 pm 4/7
Kreative Krafts
This class combines all your favorite arts and crafts projects and mixed media! Students 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: $288 / NM: $360
17483 Tu 4-4:50 pm 4/2-6/4
17684 Tu 4-4:50 pm 6/18-7/30
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 techniques 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. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items.
Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing
Age 8-13
M: $290 / NM: $377
17479 Tu 4:15-5:15 pm 4/2-6/4
Fashion Sewing Techniques 2
New projects each session!
This class is a continuation of Fashion Sewing Techniques 1. 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). Sewing supplies include fabric, thread, needles, and pins. 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: $290 / NM: $377
17480 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm 4/2-6/4
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. You may choose to purchase additional specialty items.
Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing
Age 18 & Up
M / NM: $342
17481 Tu 10 am-Noon 4/2-6/4
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: $234
17511 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 4/2-5/28
FASHION SEWING TECHNIQUES 2
ROOMS
We have a variety of beautiful, light- lled spaces available for business meetings, piano recitals, corporate retreats, monthly round tables, book clubs, board meetings and more!
CREATIVE PAWS
Dog Obedience Puppy Class
Puppy Class provides a positive environment 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 aggression, as well as anxiety and fear-based behavior problems. Additional topics covered are house training, mouthing, barking, and preventing behavior problems. Obedience 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: $215
17400 Tu 7-7:50 pm 4/23-5/28
17401 Tu 6-6:50 pm 6/11-7/23
17669 Tu 7-7:50 pm 8/13-9/17
NO CLASS: 7/2
CREATIVE PAWS
Dog Obedience 101
Obedience 101 teaches the basics of obedience: 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. Positive 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: $215
17397 Tu 6-6:50 pm 4/23-5/28
17398 Tu 7-7:50 pm 6/11-7/23
17670 Tu 6-6:50 pm 8/13-9/17
NO CLASS: 7/2
CREATIVE PAWS
Dog Obedience 102
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.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter
Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $205
17402 Tu 8-8:50 pm 6/11-7/23
NO CLASS: 7/2
CREATIVE PAWS
Dog Obedience Rally
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 participate. 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 obstacle course of obedience exercises.
Instructor: Ashlee Trotter
Age 14 & Up
M: $165 / NM: $215
17403 Tu 8-8:50 pm 4/23-5/28
17668 Tu 8-8:50 pm 8/13-9/17
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.
Sun., May 21 at 3:30 pm
Recital Rehearsal: Sat., May 20, 2:30-5:00 pm • Tickets: mycommunityhouse.org
Gwendolyn Britt
Teaches: Ballet and Fantasy Dance
Gwendolyn has been teaching ballet and Fantasy Dance classes at the Community House for over 20 years. Her students learn proper ballet technique in an encouraging atmosphere. As a performer, 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.
E. Marc Nevins
Teaches: Adult Ballet
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, Interlochen Arts Academy, School of American Ballet in New York, and with Maria Tallchief in Chicago.
Mallory Mulligan Wendt
Teaches: Irish Dance
Mallory has had an active dance career while winning international dance competitions. She has a passion for teaching dance to children. Mallory is a registered T.C.R.G. through the An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha.
Brandon Seyferth
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 the director of the Glencoe Academy of Music.
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.
Guitar and Bass Guitar
Gain or hone your guitar skills with feedback from an experienced, patient, professional musician that you just can’t get on YouTube! All skill levels welcome. Lessons are on Wednesdays; Brandon will contact you to set up a time. Program consists of ten 30-minute lessons.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Age 18 & Up
M: $350 / NM : $450
17751 W 3:30-9 pm 5/28-8/1
Guitar
Learn to play guitar or keep your skills up this summer with an experienced, patient, professional musician. All skill levels welcome. Lessons are on Wednesdays; Brandon will contact you to set up a time. Program consists of ten 30-minute lessons.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Age 7-17
M: $350 / NM : $450
17765 W 3:30-9 pm 5/28-8/1
Your playing will go from zero to sixty with the guidance of an experienced, patient, professional musician in this special program! All skill levels welcome. Sessions are on Wednesdays; Brandon will contact you to set up a time. Program consists of ve 1-hour sessions.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Age 7 & Up
M: $350 / NM : $450 17764 W 3:30-9 pm 5/28-8/1
Lessons:
• Piano
• Violin
• Banjo
• Mandolin
• Percussion
• Voice
Multi-instrumental and music teacher
Dan Rosa offers instruction on a number of different instruments. Teacher Dan lays out a strong musical foundation for his students; teaching music theory as well as the fundamentals of each instrument. All skill levels welcome. To register and to set up a day and time, contact Dan at danielgrosa@ me.com or (310) 722-2112. Fee must be paid 48 hours in advance of the rst music lesson. Lessons are 30 minutes.
Instructor: Dan Rosa
Age 4 & Up
Fee: $50 per lesson
SHOW DATES:
April 25 at 7 pm
April 26 at 7 pm
April 27 at 12:30 pm & 4:30 pm
April 28 at 12:30 pm & 4:30 pm
INFORMATION & TICKETS: childrenstheatrewinnetka.com
Formed in 1974, Children’s Theatre of Winnetka (CTW) is an award-winning, volunteer organization dedicated to promoting theatrical experiences for children in Grades 4-8 who reside or attend school in New Trier Township. Children, under adult supervision, learn all aspects of theatre production from stage management to performance. Students may participate both onstage or backstage in two productions annually in the fall and spring.
Save the Date! Sun., May 5
Congratulations to the awardwinning Children’s Theatre of Winnetka as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary! Save the date for a gala performance and reception as alumni and special guests perform a CTW retrospective.
Details: childrenstheatrewinnetka.com
SHOW DATES: APRIL 25-28
Join us for loads of theater fun – The Little Mermaid Jr., Mary Poppins Jr., High School Musical 2 Jr., and Shrek the Musical Jr.
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER
Broadway Summer Juniors
Get ready for a fabulous show — Broadway here we come! Actors will rehearse daily to learn songs, scenes, and dances from a popular musical. Each cast member will receive a script, music, and choreography to practice at home. There will be no refunds after the rst week of classes. The ensemble will present their show on Fri., August 16 at 5 pm.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 5-7
M: $250 / NM : $300
The Little Mermaid Jr.
17681 M-F 4:15-5:15 pm 8/5-8/16
SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER
Broadway Summer Stars
Jump into the magical world of musical theatre by exploring acting, singing and choreography! By the end of class, you’ll be ready to take center stage and shine as one of the stars in the show. Each cast member will receive a script, music, and choreography to practice at home. There will be no refunds after the rst week of classes. The ensemble will present their show on Fri., August 16 at 6:30 pm.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 7-12
M: $340 / NM : $425
The Little Mermaid Jr.
17682 M-F 5:30-7:30 pm 8/5-8/16
Full & Half Day Broadway Camps
It’s time to shine on stage this summer! Each camper will memorize a named role in the show, learn fully staged songs and dances, and work together as a team to create an incredible performance for friends and family on the nal day of camp! These full and half day camps will be packed with developing characters, rehearsing musical numbers, staging intricate scenes, becoming back stage leaders, doing arts and crafts, playing theater games, and enjoying outdoor time –all under the guidance of Skyline’s fabulous Teaching Artists.
Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater
Age 6-13
M: $950 / NM : $1,140
Full Day: Mary Poppins Jr.
17673 M-F 9 am-3 pm
17768 M-F 9 am-3 pm
Full Day: High School Musical 2 Jr.
17674 M-F 9 am-3 pm
Full Day: Shrek The Musical Jr.
17676 M-F 9 am-3 pm
Full Day: The Little Mermaid Jr.
17679 M-F 9 am-3 pm
M: $635 / NM : $826
Half Day: Mary Poppins Jr.
17672 M-F 9 am-Noon
17769 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: High School Musical 2 Jr.
17675 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: Shrek The Musical Jr.
17677 M-F 9 am-Noon
Half Day: The Little Mermaid Jr.
17680 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/5-8/16
Whether you’re hosting a
reunion, a fun social affair, or a simple garden brunch,
historic gardens and interior spaces are a great place to gather with your family and friends.
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PRORATED POLICY Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, provided the instructor has space and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.
CANCELLATION OF CLASSES Register early! Prior to the start of any class, registration 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.
ve full business 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.
all adult programs and children’s programs starting after noon will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please check mycommunityhouse.org for 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 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.
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