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620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka (847) 446-0537 www.mycommunityhouse.org

Member Registration - November 29, 2021 Non-Member Registration - December 6, 2021 Registration Information on Page 54-56

Mission Statement

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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) nonprofit organization is funded through our programs and the generosity of our donors.

Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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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.

Photography by: Lorraine Ryan, Catherine Heath, and Brian Schiller

Table of Contents

Sports & Kinetic Wellness 34-41 Martial Arts 42-43 Adult Programs 44-45 Fitness Center 46-48 Specialty Fitness Classes 49-50 Community House Tenants 52 Associate Organizations 53 Registration Information 54-56

About Us/Board of Governors 3 Index 6-7 Birthday Parties 14-15 Holiday Camps s 16-19 Enrichment & Education 20-23 Dog Obedience 24-25 Performing Arts 26-33

Board of Governors Neil Golden, Chair Peter Eatherton, Vice Chair Raheela Anwar, Past Chair Marcia Sutter, Secretary Rob Schriesheim, Treasurer Susan Snyder, Member at Large

Joe Adams Sally Anderson Lee Betsill Elaine Bovaird Amy Brock RJ Bukovac Susan Cellmer

Hunter Davis Kim Frezados Bob Gauch Betsy Hammond Duncan Healy Tommy Hudgins Kate Kligora

Betsy Landes Jordan Prager Emily Rose Jim Stucker Kate Uniowski Susanna VerEecke Connie Yonan

Community House Staff Amy Skalinder, President Kate Brower, Finance Manager Mike Buscher, Director of Operations Patrice Eason, Office Manager Pawel Halemba, Maintenance Manager Lisa Jarvis, Fitness Manager

Cam Johnson, Director of Advancement Patti Ruiz, Program Manager Brian Schiller, Marketing Manager Mark Schusteff, Facility Manager Jeff Wahl, Program Manager Kelsey Wright, Advancement & External Affairs Manager

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING YOUR COMMUNITY HOUSE! Want to hear about the stories and friends that help make the Community House so special? To sign up for our new monthly e-newsletter, simply email Cam Johnson (camj@mywch.org) with “House Happenings” in the subject line.

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THE COMMUNITY HOUSE WOMAN’S BOARD

The Woman’s Board was formed in 1976 by an enterprising group of women to support The Community House, an entity they considered vital to the unique character of their community. The Community House has evolved since then, but the fundraising efforts of the Woman’s Board have always stayed constant. The Woman’s Board, which also organizes and guides a Junior Board for high school students, continues to contribute critical funds to the operating budget each year through fundraising events such as the iconic Antiques+Modernism Show, Breakfast with Santa, and other exciting events that bring the community together throughout the year. Our members are a talented and energetic group of women, who want to support and promote the Community House - and have fun together while doing so. Interested in getting involved? Contact any member of the Woman’s Board listed below or call the Community House front desk at 847-446-0537.

Steering Committee: Members: Elizabeth Stucker, President

Caroline Betsill

Cristina Hazday

Lucy Sander

Sarah Boulos

Dominique Birchmeier

Melece Hernandez

Christina Self

Elyse Hahner

Sheila Canmann

Cricket King

Laura Senner

Kate Kilgora

Amy Capocchi

Kathryn Kish

Sarah Sims

Amy Maciejewski

Julie Cassin

Kelly Laszlo

Elizabeth Smartt

Cindy Monnig

Christina Cripe

Tara Maher

Julie Stracks

Jessica Newell

Kristen Cross

Anne Malone

Amy Swartchild

Kim Ronan

Michelle Cullen

Jennifer Martay

Melisa Twomey

Katie Smith

Lejla Delic-Ovcina

Rebekah Mayes

Stephanie Wheat

Tria Thomas

Julia DeNapoli

Jessica Montgomery

Patty Kelly (PK) Wilson

Shayne Welch

Jennifer Eilers

Jennifer Morse

Stacey Wilson

Katie Flanigan

Susan Nelson

Stephanie Wilson

Michele Giczewski

Abigail O’Brien

Linnette Wolfberg

Gina Gooden

Patty O’Connell

Kim Half

Alyssa Quinn

Kristen Hayes

Laura Roche

Index

About Us/Board of Governors 3 Woman’s Board 5 Special Events 8-13 Birthday Parties 14-15 Holiday Camps 16-19

Education & Enrichment

Tummy Time 20 Tiny Bits 20 Little Bits 20 ABC’s & 123’s 20 Extraordinary Kids Adventures 21 Chess Club 21 RoboThink After School Club 21 Mother Daughter Tea 22 Dining with the Stars 22 Etiquette Class 22 Creative Cooking Class 22 Kreative Krafts 23 Great Artists & Me 23 Sewing & Crafts 23 Dog Obedience 24-25 Adult Chess 44 Adult Sewing 44

School of Dance

Tiny Tot Sports 38 Pee Wee Soccer 38 All Sports 38 Lunch & Play 38 Sports & More 38 Total Sports 39 Jr. Ninja Warriors 39 Elite Nerf Battle 39 Game On! Sports 4 Girls Clinic 39 Gridiron Tot Football 40 Single A Baseball (T-Ball program) 40 Fencing 40 Gym Rentals 41 Tot Time 41 Pickle Ball 41

Martial Arts

Karate 42 Self Defense Training 42 Taekwondo 43 Tai Chi 43

Fitness Center

Membership Information 46 Plus Membership 47 Personal Trainer Bios 48

Specialty Fitness Programs

Pilates 49 Full Body Gain 3 49 Instructor Bios 26 YogaSix 50 Fantasy Dance 27 Kickboxing 50 Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop and More 28 Musical Theatre Dance 28 Nutrition Workshops 50 Adult Dance 28

General Information

Music

Guitar/Bass/Ukulele Lessons 30 Private Music Lessons 30 Music’ N Me 30 Everybody Move Inc. 31 Music Instructor Bios 31

Theater

Skyline Studios Presents The Little Mermaid

Sports & Fitness

32-33

Youth Basketball League 34 Hoops4Health Clinics 35-36 Hot Shots Sports Camps 37 Adult Tot Sports 38

Community House Tenants 52 Associate Organizations 53 Household Membership Registration Form 54 Registration Information 54 Program Registration Form 55

Programs By Age Ages 0-4

Tummy Time 20 Tiny Bits 20 Little Bits 20 ABC’s & 123’s 20 Extraordinary Kids 21 Mother Daughter Tea 22 Great Artist & Me 23 Fantasy Dance 27 Ballet 28 Private Music Lessons 30 Music’ N Me 30 Everybody Move Inc. 30 Broadway Tots 32 Tot Ballers 35 Little Ballers 35 Adult Tot Sports 38 Pee Wee Soccer 38 Lunch & Play 38 Sports & More 38 Ninja Warriors 38 Total Sports 39 Minor League Baseball 40 Tot Football 40 Pee Wee Karate 42 Little Dragons 42 Total Sports 39

Ages 5-9

Holiday Sports Camps 16 Extraordinary Kids 21 Chess Club 21 Battle Robots 21 Mother Daughter Tea 22 Dining with the Stars 22 Etiquette Class 22 Creative Cooking 22 Kreative Krafts 23 Great Artists & Me 23 Fashion Sewing 23 Ballet 28 Jazz/Hip Hop & More 28 Musical Theatre Dance 28 Private Music Lessons 30 Guitar Lessons 30 Broadway Jr’s 32 Broadway Stars 32 Youth B-Ball League 34 Tot Ballers 35 Little Ballers 35 Hot Shots Sports Camps 37 Sports & More 38 Lunch & Play 38 Ninja Warriors 38 Sports 4 Girls Clinic 39

Fencing 40 Pee Wee Karate 42 Karate 43 Taekwondo 43

Ages 10-12

Chess Club 21 Battle Robots 21 Etiquette Class 22 Creative Cooking 22 Fashion Sewing 23 Ballet 28 Musical Theatre Dance 28 Private Music Lessons 30 Guitar Lessons 30 Broadway Stars 32 Fencing 39 Karate 42 Taekwondo 43

Teen

Dog Obedience 24-25 Ballet 28 Jazz, Hip Hop & More 28 Private Music Lessons 30 Fencing 39 Karate 42 Taekwondo 43 Youth Performance 43

Adult

Dog Obedience 24-25 Adult Dance 28 Private Music Lessons 28 Karate 43 Taekwondo 44 Tai Chi 44 Adult Chess 44 Adult Sewing 44 Pilates 49 Kickboxing 50 Wellness Workshops 50 Yoga 50

The Village Follies’ Annual Revue The Beat Goes On A long-held tradition in Winnetka, the Village Follies fundraiser offers performances of popular songs, dances, and comedy skits. Our next production will be The Beat Goes On, and it will be performed live in Matz Hall at the Community House in March of 2022. Auditions for the show will be held on December 5, 2021, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, at the Community House. All adults are welcome to participate in the auditions and show. If you’re curious about the Follies, What’s Next? our 2021 production, may be streamed via our website: www.villagefollies.com/2021show A passcode valid for multiple viewings is $20. You’ll also find general information about the group there. Hope to see you soon!

Winter Wanderland Follow the trail and talk to Santa!

Sat. Dec. 4, 3:00-7:00 PM

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$10 per person

Learn more at: www.mycommunityhouse.org/wander Special Thanks To: 8

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Matinee Movie in Matz:

Warm up at the Community House with a matinee showing of Descendants on the big screen in Matz Hall Theatre. Get your ticket, grab a seat, sit back and relax as we watch Descendants together. Saturday, January 8, 1:00 pm $5 advance / $7 at the door. Scan QR code to purchase tickets, or visit www.mycommunityhouse.org/descendants

Charlotte’s Web – Presented by American Eagle Productions The Children’s Literature Association named this “the best American children’s book of the past two hundred years.” American Eagle Productions has turned this treasured book into an exciting children’s play. Charlotte’s Web is the story of a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a spider named Charlotte. When Wilbur is in danger of being slaughtered by the farmer, Charlotte writes messages praising Wilbur (such as “Some Pig”) in her web in order to persuade the farmer to let him live. This is a beautiful, knowing musical about friendship that will give your children an opportunity to see one of the best children’s books of all time come to life! Scan QR code to purchase tickets, or visit www.mycommunityhouse.org/web Monday, January 17 10:00am $10 per person in advance $15 person day of event

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bingonight events

Friday, February 4th 6:30-8:00 PM

Young and old will enjoy this family favorite, complete with beverages, popcorn, and prizes! Extra bingo cards will be available for purchase. Scan QR code to purchase tickets, or visit www.mycommunityhouse.org/bingo All Ages $10/person 10 Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave $1/additional bingo card

Matt Wilhelm’s BMX Show

From the X-Games to the Community House, award winning BMX biker Matt Wilhelm will be sure to entertain in this exciting bike trick show which features the record holder for the fastest bike spin in the world. His amazing BMX bike tricks have also earned 3 X-Games Medals, 2 National Championships, and a host of other awards. Most recently, Matt was a semi-finalist on “America’s Got Talent” and Team USA Member for the 2021 BMX World Championships. This show is not to be missed. Scan QR code to purchase tickets or visit www.mycommunityhouse.org/bmx Monday, February 21 10:00am $10 per person in advance $15 per person at the door register at mycommunityhouse.org

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The Community House Bike Sale is Back! Saturday, April 30

Whether you want to buy, sell, or have your bike appraised, you will get your chance at our annual bike sale! A Wilmette Bicycle Shop representative will be available beginning at 8:30 AM to evaluate the condition of your bicycles and suggest repairs. A 25% service charge, based on sale price, will be donated to the Community House. The Bike Sale will be held rain or shine in the Community House employee parking lot (south of building, off Lincoln Avenue). Bicycle drop-off (sellers): 8:30–9:30 AM Bike Sale (buyers): 9:30–10:30 AM

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America’s First Ladies The Best, the Worst, and the Strangely Forgotten

The role of First Lady comes with no job description, no pay, and no written requirements. Yet America’s presidential spouses have wielded great influence and have always been subject to intense public scrutiny. In this fascinating illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., explores which First Ladies have rated highest and lowest or most in between with historians. Who do you think was best or worst? Why were some so vilified? And what might the future hold for the role of the American First Lady? Scan the QR code to purchase tickets, or visit www.mycommunityhouse.org/ladies Friday, April 29th 1:30 pm Tickets: $25 in advance/$30 day of the event.

Save the Date!

NEW! Home Tour

Presented by the Community House Woman’s Board Friday, May 20, 2022 - 10am-3pm Join us for an inspiring tour of exquisite North Shore homes. Mark your calendars today for this new fundraiser, hosted by the Community House Woman’s Board!

birthdayparties! The fee for each party (unless otherwise noted) is $300 for up to 20 guests, plus $5 for each additional child. Party packages are for 90 minutes, which includes 45 minutes of entertainment or instruction and party room set up and clean up. Contact Mark Schusteff at 847-881-9370 or marks@mywch.org to schedule. We look forward to working with you to make your child’s birthday special and fun!

Animal Balloon Party

Balloon animals are a huge hit at birthday parties! Now your party can have balloon animals including dogs, butterflies, swords, giraffes and more being made non-stop for 45 minutes by the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. The kids will do more than just play with the balloons; they’ll also get to decorate their animals with stickers and markers. At the end of the party all the kids will get to take home their very own collection of assorted balloon animals. Age: 3+

Basketball

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. Contest winners will receive various prizes! Age: 4+

Clowns

Our experienced performers attract and hold a child’s attention. Parties can include balloon animals, games, kooky magic, and interactive dance. Age: 3+

Dance

Put your dancing feet to the test and play fun dance and movement games and learn a fun dance combination! You can even pick a theme (examples: princesses, Hip Hop, Ballet, etc.) to make your party special for you! Ages 4+

Imagination Princess

Expect ribbon dancing, interactive story time, sing along, princess training, themed games and more during this fantastical journey. Choose your favorite movie princess as your theme! Age: 3+

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Mad Science

A variety of experiments will be displayed. All activities are thoroughly safe and clean. Age: 4–5 Fee: $320 for up to 12 guests, $345 for 13 to 20 guests. Age: 6 and older Fee: $320 for up to 12 guests. $345 for 13 to 20 guests, $370 for 21 to 25 guests.

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Magic

Abracadabra! Children enjoy an amazing display of magical tricks at this exciting party. Our professional magicians gear their magic to children of all ages. Age: 4+

Magic And Music

This show is a very interactive blend of magic with music, games and contests. Our child-friendly magical performance includes many opportunities for the children to help with the tricks. After the magic show our performer will lead guests in games, age appropriate music, television trivia and fun dances. Age: 5–12

Pamper Me Spa Retreat

Come join Glitzy Girls as they pamper your guests. Each guest will receive a mini manicure and pedicure including the polish of their choice. Then, design a beaded bracelet/anklet to show off your beautiful nails. Age: 6-12 Fee: $300 for up to 10 guests, $360 for 11 to 15 guests, $420 for 16 to 20 guests.

Rock Diva Glam Jam

Come join Glitzy Girls for a glamorous dance party. Each child will receive a rock diva or dude makeover; which includes up-dos, braids, make-up and sparkles. Then, dance to your favorites like limbo and freeze dance. Age: 6-12 Fee: $300 for up to 10 guests, $360 for 11 to 15 guests, $420 for 16 to 20 guests.

Starwalk

Jump for joy! The starwalk is a 20’ x 20’ air-inflated balloon bounce. Experience the fun of a carnival at your party complete with scooters, balls and hula-hoops. No instructor or entertainer is provided. Age: 3+

Sports

If your child loves sports, this is the perfect choice! A trained instructor will lead the children in sporting activities such as basketball, dodge ball, floor hockey and more. Children are sure to work up an appetite for that birthday cake! Age: 4+ Fee: $300 for 20 guests. More than 20 children requires a second instructor which will incur additional costs.

Wacky Relays And Other Goofy Games

What do you get when you cross the Olympic games with scooters, hula-hoops, balloons, and more? You get wacky relays! Outrageous fun for all! Warning: not everyone can handle this much fun! Age: 5+

thanksgiving break camps Thanksgiving Break Basketball Camp

Hoops4Health clinics will feature drills that focus on ball handling, passing, hand/eye coordination, defense, and shooting skills. The clinic will feature over 10 drills that improve shooting and dribbling that the players can do at home as well. The session will conclude with scrimmage games, if public health guidelines permit. Players should bring their own ball. Groups will be broken down by age. Instructor: Hoops4Health Activity# Date Day Time Grades Fee 15482 11/22-11/26 M Tu W F 12:00-1:00 pm Jr. K-1st $99 15483 11/22-11/26 M Tu W F 1:00-2:30 pm 2nd - 8th $99 No Class: 11/25

Thanksgiving Break Sports Camp

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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 fundamentals while developing skills in a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, football, floor hockey and more. 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 Ages: 4-6 Activity# Date Day Time Ages M/NM 15667 11/22-11/26 M Tu W F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 4-6 $199/$265 No Class: 11/25

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winter break camps Winter Break Basketball Camp

Our Winter Break Basketball Camp will hit on all different facets of the game. These include guard/post development, defense, plyometrics/hand-eye coordination/footwork, dribble training, basketball cuts, screen and roll situations, learning the art of the jump shot, game situations, and building a basketball IQ. We will be working on how to make quick smart decisions on the court. Our Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game with the campers over the holidays. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15484 12/20-12/23 M-Th 12:00-1:00 pm $109 15490 12/27-12/29 M-W 12:00-1:00 pm $85 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date Day 15487 12/20-12/23 M-Th 15491 12/27-12/29 M-W

Time 1:00-2:30 pm 1:00-2:30 pm

Fee $109 $85

All Star Night

It is a great fun way for all the players to showcase their skills and have a lot of holiday fun. We will have a skills challenge, shooting stars competition, slam dunk contest, and an all-star game (pending public health guidelines). There will be many prizes and a healthy foods pizza party (pending public health guidelines). Our Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game with the campers over the holidays. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jk-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15740 12/30 Th 12:30-3:00 pm $65 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date 15492 12/30

Day Th

Time 4:00-7:00 pm

Fee $65

Winter Break Basketball Camp-Both Weeks (No All Star Night) Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date 15485 12/20-12/29

Day M-Th

Time 12:00-1:00 pm

Fee $169

Winter Break Basketball Camp-Both Weeks (All Star Night Included) Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date 15486 12/20-12/30

Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date 15489 12/20-12/30

Day M-Th Day M-Th

Winter Break Sports Camp

Time 12:00-3:00 pm

Fee $235

Time 1:00-7:00 pm

Fee $235

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 fundamentals while developing skills in a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, football, floor hockey and more. 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 Ages: 4-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15669 12/20-12/23 M-Th 9:00 am-12:00 pm $199/$265 15670 12/27-12/30 M-Th 9:00 am-12:00 pm $199/$265

day off school camps Day Off School Sports & More Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball and other sports and group games. The program 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 Ages: 3-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15785 1/17 M 9:00 am-12:00 pm $49/$65 15898 2/21 M 9:00 AM-12:00 PM $49/$65

No School Basketball Clinics

Our clinic will feature drills that focus on ball handling, passing, defense, hand/ eye coordination, and shooting skills. The clinic will feature over 10 drills that improve shooting and dribbling that the players can do at home as well. The session will conclude with scrimmage games, if public health guidelines permit. Players should bring their own ball. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jk-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15786 1/17 M 12:00-1:00 pm $30 15803 2/17 Th 12:00-1:00 pm $30 15933 2/18 F 1:00-2:00 pm $30 15820 2/21 M 12:00-1:00 pm $30 15934 3/4 F 1:00-2:00 pm $30 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# 15827 15929 15935 15930 15936

Date 1/17 2/17 2/18 2/21 3/4

Day M Th F M F

Time 1:00-2:30 pm 1:00-2:30 pm 2:00-3:30 pm 1:00-2:30 pm 2:00-3:30 pm

Fee $30 $30 $30 $30 $30

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springcamps Sports & More Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball, and other sports. The program 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 Ages: 3-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15899 3/28-4/1 M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm $245/$325 15900 3/28-4/1 M-F 12:30-3:30 pm $245/$325 15924 4/18-4/22 M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm $245/$325 15925 5/31-6/3 M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm $245/$325 15926 6/6-6/10 M-F 9:00 am-12:00 pm $245/$325

Spring Break Basketball Camp

In this camp we 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 that can be used at home. Skills we will be teaching include defense, dribbling, rebounding, shooting, screening, and more. There will be many fun and challenging drills, games, and contests. Each sessions will focus on a different skill and will finish with applying these skills in 5 on 5 games which will be played at the end of every camp day, if public health guidelines permit. Fundamentals covered include triple threat stance, proper shooting form, moving/cutting without the ball, defense, passing, rebounding, and dribbling. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15927 3/28-4/1 M-F 12:00-1:00 pm $115/$135 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# 15928

Date 3/28-4/1

Day M-F

Time 1:00-2:30 pm

M/NM $115/$135

All Star Night

It is a great fun way for all the players to showcase their skills and have a lot of holiday fun. We will have a skills challenge, shooting stars competition, slam dunk contest, and an all-star game (pending public health guidelines). There will be many prizes and a healthy foods pizza party (pending public health guidelines). Our Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game with the campers over the holidays. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15987 4/2 Sa 12:30-3:00 pm $80 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity#

Date

Day

Time

Fee

15986

4/2

4:00-7:00 pm

$80

Spring Break Basketball Camp (All Star Night Included)

Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time 15983 3/28-4/2 M Tu W Th 12:00-3:00 pm Sa 12:30- 3:00 pm Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# 15985

Date 3/28-4/2

Day M Tu W Th Sa

Fee $185

Time 1:00-2:30 pm 4:00-7:00 pm

Fee $185

earlyeducation Tummy Time NEW!

Tummy Time is a new program led by developmental specialists bringing parents and their 0-6-month-olds together in a supportive, nurturing space. Parents will be guided through experiential activities to enhance their children’s motor skill development. Strong motor skills lay the foundation for all other aspects of development, including improved emotional regulation and preparation for all aspects of learning. Throughout the fourweek session, Lynne and Leslie will offer individualized guided movement and parent coaching to help our littlest community members get off to the best possible start. Instructor: Lynne Golden & Leslie Teng Ages: 0-6 months Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16052 1/7-1/28 F 9:15-10:00 am $140/$168 16053 2/4-2/25 F 9:15-10:00 am $140/$168

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 end the day with a story. An adult must accompany each child. No siblings are allowed. Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Ages: 1-2 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15951 1/12-3/23 W 9:15-10:00 am $264/$308 15952 1/20-3/24 Th 9:15-10:00 am $240/$280 15955 4/6-6/8 W 9:15-10:00 am $216/$252 15956 4/7-6/9 Th 9:15-10:00 am $216/$252

Little Bits

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. You may register for as many days as you like. This is a drop off class. Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Ages: 2-3 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15947 1/10-3/21 M 9:30-10:30 am $264/$308 15948 1/11-3/22 Tu 9:30-10:30 am $264/$308 15949 4/4-6/6 M 9:30-10:30 am $216/$252 15950 4/5-6/7 Tu 9:30-10:30 am $240/$280 No Class: 5/30

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ABC’s & 123’s

Each class is centered on a different number and letter which are reinforced through puppets, songs, games and stories. Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand Ages: 2.5-4 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15953 1/14-3/25 F 9:30-10:30 am $264/$308 15954 4/8-6/10 F 9:30-10:30 am $216/$252 No Class: 4/15

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youthenrichment Extraordinary Kids Adventures

RoboThink After School Club Expedition Mars

Session 1 Extraordinary Kids Adventures 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. Topics will include: Space Travel; Polar Bears and Uniqueness of Snowflakes; and Wigglers and Flyers: Worms and Butterflies. Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Ages: 4-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16021 1/11-3/15 Tu 4:00-5:30 pm $260/$320

Inspired by popular movies, NASA, and space travel! Come on an adventure building functional robots using unique RoboThink bricks in this super fun program. Kids will learn about space, space travel, stars, and gravity, all while building a variety of interstellar robots and learning some entrepreneurial skills along the way! Your child will have a blast exploring the world of robotic technologies as they build, learn, and play. Instructor: RoboThink Inc. Ages: 7-12 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16027 1/7-2/11 F 4:00-5:30 pm $180/$216

Session 2 Topics will include: How Creatures Protect Themselves; Construction...Time to Build It; Chickens Aren’t the Only Ones. Ages: 4-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16022 4/5-5/17 Tu 4:00-5:30 pm $182/$224

RoboThink After School Club Battle Robots

Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot? Can your robot win a head-to-head mission? Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using unique RoboThink bricks, then apply that knowledge to create multiple robots for friendly competitions. You’ll have a blast as you play robot soccer, compete in robot relay races, and other fun challenges in this fun robotics program. Instructor: RoboThink Inc. Ages: 7-12 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16028 4/22-5/27 F 4:00-5:30 pm $180/$216

Chess Club

Chess-Ed will provide this unique, exciting, and dynamic chess instruction which lifts each student to a new level of expertise. 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. Playing chess increases IQ performance, improves memory, uses analytical and critical thinking skills, teaches problem-solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more. The chess program is open to all students K-5 of all playing levels. Instructor: Chess-Ed Grades: K-5 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15943 1/3-3/21 M 4:15-5:15 pm $245/$261 15944 4/4-6/6 M 4:15-5:15 pm $221/$261

etiquette & cooking classes Mother/Daughter Tea

Enjoy a special time with your daughter as you sip three different types of teas and learn a little about the tea’s history and traditions. Come and play a couple of etiquette games as you learn a little about Tea Etiquette. The pretty china tea cups will have you talking about them and sharing the delight of being together. Delicious treats will take you around the world to South Africa, Australia, Great Britain and perhaps parts of Europe. Fee is per person. Instructor: Confidence With Etiquette Ages: 3 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16050 2/13 Su 3:00-4:00 pm $25/$30

Creative Cooking & Baking Camp

We will cook our own lunch comprising three dishes and a drink from South Africa. At the table we will learn how to eat the food we made properly using proper etiquette. Games and activities will keep us moving and on our toes. Please let us know if your child has any food restrictions or allergies at the time of registration. Instructor: Confidence With Etiquette Grades: K-5th Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16051 3/4 F 10:00 AM-1:00 pm $75/$89

Dining with the Stars

Dining is a skill, so come and learn how to become a star at the table! We practice setting the table for a three-course meal and learn how to use the appropriate silverware when eating bread and butter, the main course, and a dessert. We focus on posture and poise, greeting the COVID-19 way (smiling eyes and voice and a respectful nod with good eye-contact), introductions, voice level, when to leave a party or group with appreciation and farewells, and thank you notes. Appropriate cell-phone use is discussed and learned through games. (No food is used during this course.) Business casual dressing required. No jeans or tennis shoes. Instructor: Confidence With Etiquette Grades: K-2nd Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16048 1/23-2/6 Su 9:00-10:00 am $75/$90

WINNETKA COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL 800 Pine Street, Winnetka, Illinois 60093 winnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org

White Gloves, Black Tie Etiquette Class

We learn how to set the table for a three-course meal and how to use the appropriate cutlery. Focus is on how to dress for and behave appropriately at different occasions, both informal and formal. The emphasis is on posture, poise, and greeting the COVID-19 way (how to smile with your eyes and voice, nodding respectfully while maintaining good eye-contact). We learn introductions, conversations, and voice levels, when and how to leave a party or group, and how and why to write thank-you notes. We discuss and do skits as we learn the appropriate use of the internet, emails, screen usage, and cell phone use and behavior in public areas. (No food is used during this course.) Business casual dressing required. No jeans or tennis shoes. Instructor: Confidence With Etiquette Grades: 3rd-8th Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16049 1/23-2/6 Su 10:30-11:30 am $90/$108

Discover the WCNS magic! Registration for the 2022-2023 school year opens for all families on January 3! WCNS offers play-based classes for children ages 2-5 years old, including enrichment classes and an extended day option for Junior Kindergarten. winnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

arts & crafts classes Kreative Krafts

New Projects Every Week!

Kreative Krafts combines all your favorite arts and crafts projects and mixed media in one unique class. Kids will make tie-dye shirts (to be used as art smocks for the session), experience pottery painting, paint a canvas using acrylic paints, do recycled art projects, and more. Lessons will include concepts and techniques kids can use for a lifetime, and the experience of creating awesome projects will result in great self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment. Finished work will be taken home immediately. This is a drop off program. All projects are done individually; there are no shared supplies. Instructor: Sunshine Arts and Crafts Grades: K-5 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15975 1/12-3/22 W 4:00-4:50 pm $295/$354 15976 4/6-6/8 W 4:00-4:50 pm $295/$354 No Class: 2/16

Fashion Sewing Techniques 1 New Project Every Week!

Combine the basic techniques of hand sewing and machine sewing in this ten week course. You’ll learn basic stitch techniques by hand and you’ll learn 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, including fabric, thread, needles, and pins, will be provided. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items on their own. Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Ages: 8-13 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15964 1/11-3/15 Tu 4:15-5:15 pm $285/$355 16025 4/5-6/7 TU 4:15-5:15 pm $285/$355

Fashion Sewing Techniques 2 New Project Every Week!

This class is a continuation of Fashion Sewing Techniques. Students will continue to learn about the sewing machine and they will learn about pattern production. By the end of this course students will have completed at least one apparel project on the sewing machine, such as a shirt, pants, vest, etc. This class is perfect for students looking to advance their sewing skills. Sewing supplies, including fabric, thread, needles, and pins, will be provided. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items on their own. Prerequisite: Must have completed Fashion Sewing Techniques 1 or know how to use a sewing machine. Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Ages: 9-13 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15965 1/11-3/15 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm $285/$355 16026 4/5-6/7 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm $285/$355

Great Artists & Me

Session 1 Join us as we take an educational adventure that emphasizes fun and creativity and create art using different techniques and materials. We will explore famous and not as famous artists that will include Freda Kahlo, Marc Chagall, Cave Dwellers, Keith Haring, and Harold and the Purple Crayon. Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Ages:4-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16023 1/12-3/16 W 4:00-5:30 pm $260/$320 Session 2 Join us as we take an educational adventure that emphasizes fun and creativity and create art using different techniques and materials. We will explore some of the most famous artists and what techniques and perspectives made their work masterpieces, including Leonardo da Vinci, Mary Cassatt, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Claude Monet. Ages:4-6 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16024 4/6-5/18 W 4:00-5:30 pm $182/$224

dogobedience Big Sky Dog Training Dog Obedience Puppy Class

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 reasoning behind a puppy’s thought process as well as the prevention of and response to unwanted behaviors. Instructor: Montana Hayes Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15808 1/19-2/23 W 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15862 1/22-2/26 Sa 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15882 2/5-3/12 Sa 12:30-1:20 pm $165/$205 15814 3/9-4/13 W 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15883 3/12-4/23 Sa 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15885 3/26-5/7 Sa 12:30-1:20 pm $165/$205 15816 4/27-6/1 W 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15887 5/7-6/18 Sa 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 15889 5/21-7/9 Sa 12:30-1:20 pm $165/$205 15855 6/15-7/20 W 10:00-10:50 am $165/$205 No Class: 4/16, 5/28, 7/2

Dog Obedience Basic/Adult Class

This class is designed to review commands and increases the difficulty 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 Certification will be able to test at the end of the class. Instructor: Montana Hayes Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15856 1/22-2/26 Sa 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 15863 2/5-3/12 Sa 1:30-2:20 pm $165/$205 15809 3/9-4/13 W 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 15884 3/12-4/23 Sa 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 15886 3/26-5/7 Sa 1:30-2:20 pm $165/$205 15815 4/27-6/1 W 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 15888 5/7-6/18 Sa 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 15890 5/21-7/9 Sa 1:30-2:20 pm $165/$205 15817 6/15-7/20 W 11:00-11:50 am $165/$205 No Class: 4/16, 5/28, 7/2

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 first 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 five basic rewards; touch, voice, loose leash, play, and treats. These programs are not appropriate for dogs which are reactive to people or other dogs.

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

Creative Paws

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.

Celebrating 17 years at the Community House!

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 human-directed aggression and dog-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. No retractable leashes. Instructor: Ashley Trotter Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15812 1/4-2/8 Tu 6:00-6:50 pm $165/$205 15870 2/15-3/22 Tu 7:00-7:50 pm $165/$205 15871 4/5-5/10 Tu 6:00-6:50 pm $165/$205 15875 5/24-6/28 Tu 7:00-7:50 pm $165/$205

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. No retractable leashes. Instructor: Ashley Trotter Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15811 1/4-2/8 Tu 7:00-7:50 pm $165/$205 15869 2/15-3/22 Tu 6:00-6:50 pm $165/$205 15872 4/5-5/10 Tu 7:00-7:50 pm $165/$205 15874 5/24-6/28 Tu 6:00-6:50 pm $165/$205

Dog Obedience 102

Obedience 102 is focused on honing the skills of Obedience 101. Additional levels of difficulty 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. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class. Instructor: Ashley Trotter Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15867 1/4-2/8 Tu 8:00-8:50 pm $165/$205 15873 4/5-5/10 Tu 8:00-8:50 pm $165/$205

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 course. 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. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class. Instructor: Ashley Trotter Ages: 14 & Up Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15866 2/15-3/22 Tu 8:00-8:50 pm $165/$205 15876 5/24-6/28 Tu 8:00-8:50 pm $165/$205

danceclasses

Take your first steps!

at the school of dance Meet Our Instructors! Gwendolyn Britt

Teaches: Ballet and Fantasy Dance Gwendolyn Britt began her professional career dancing in the Ruth Page Nutcracker at McCormick Place. She danced for the Lynda Martha Dance Company of Chicago, affording her the opportunity to perform at the Auditorium Theater, Ravinia Festival, Three Rivers Arts Festival and many regional colleges. Gwendolyn also enjoyed performing with Concert Dance Company of Boston, dancing in theaters and schools throughout New England. Gwendolyn has been teaching ballet and fantasy dance at the Community House for over 20 years. Her students learn proper ballet technique in an encouraging atmosphere filled with beautiful music and joy. Gwendolyn graduated from the Indiana University School of Music with a BS in Ballet Education. She is a certified teacher with the Cecchetti Council of America. While living in Boston, she was associate director of the Lexington School of Ballet and has enjoyed teaching ballet in the Chicago area for two decades.

Jenny Oelerich

Teaches: Jazz, Hip Hop, and Musical Theatre Dance, Dance Fitness Endorsed by Toby Nicholson, Jenny Oelerich is an experienced dancer, teacher, and choreographer of all styles. Originally from Winnetka, she earned a BFA from the University of Illinois and has since returned to share her love of dance with children and people of all ages. Since graduating, she has been choreographing and performing in the Chicagoland area, most recently with Khecari and Alluvion Dance Chicago. While her favorite style of dance is modern, she has a special passion for teaching jazz and contemporary to her students and has also been known to teach a yoga class or two! Jenny is also an alumna of Children’s Theatre of Winnetka, Children’s Hour and New Trier dance. She is excited to have returned to her roots in the Community House!

E. Marc Nevins

performing arts

Teaches: Adult Ballet

Marc is a dancer with nearly twenty years of performing experience including appearances with American Ballet Theatre, Joffery Ballet, Ballet West and the Evanston Concert Ballet. He studied at the University of Utah, Interlochen Arts Academy, School of American Ballet in New York, and with Maria Tallchief in Chicago. He was also the artistic director and founder of Ballet Entre Nous. He has directed over thirty ballets and directs the annual Nutcracker Gems here at the Community House.

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

Fantasy Dance

Imagination, movement, dance, and enchanting costumes combine to enhance your child’s creativity and coordination. Classes incorporate basic ballet, French terminology, creative movement, and motor skill development. Parent Observation Day will take place on the last day of the session for the last 15 minutes of class. Activity# 15997 15999 16009 16014 16016 15998 16000 16010 16015 16017

Age 3-4 4-5 3-4 4-5 3-4 4-5 3-4 4-5 3-4 4-5

Instructor Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt

Date 1/10-3/21 1/10-3/21 1/12-3/23 1/13-3/24 1/13-3/24 4/4-5/23 4/4-5/23 4/6-5/25 4/7-5/26 4/7-5/26

Day M M W Th Th M M W Th Th

Time 1:00-1:40 pm 1:45-2:25 pm 10:00-10:40 am 9:30-10:10 am 10:15-10:55 am 1:00-1:40 pm 1:45-2:25 pm 10:00-10:40 pm 9:30-10:10 am 10:15-10:55 am

M/NM $264/$308 $264/$308 $264/$308 $264/$308 $264/$308 $192/$224 $192/$224 $192/$224 $192/$224 $192/$224

No Class N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 5/30 5/30 N/A N/A N/A

REQUIRED DANCE ATTIRE Fantasy Dance, Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre Ballet: Light pink leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers

Teen Ballet: Black leotard, nude tights, mid length skirt and ballet slippers

Adult Dance Fitness: Comfortable workout clothes

Ballet 1/2: Lavender leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers

Musical Theatre Dance: Girls: black leotard, nude tights, mid length skirt, jazz shoes or ballet slippers. Boys: black or white t-shirt and black athletic pants with jazz shoes.

Any child arriving to class later than 10 minutes will not be admitted. In order to prepare their body for the class, the child must participate in the warmup held at the beginning of the class. If the child misses the warm-up, the possibility of injury increases.

Ballet 3: Light blue leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers Ballet 4/5: Black leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers Adult Ballet: Ballet slippers, dance attire register at mycommunityhouse.org

Jazz: Leotard and jazz shoes Tap: Comfortable clothing and tap shoes Hip Hop: Comfortable clothing 27

Please note: You may only attend the day/time you are registered for. Makeup classes are not allowed.

Ballet

Activity# Class Age Instructor Date Day Time M/NM No Class 16001 Tiny Tot Ballet 4-6 Gwendolyn Britt 1/10-5/16 M 3:30-4:25 pm $497/$569 3/28 16018 Tiny Tot Ballet 4-6 Gwendolyn Britt 1/13-5/19 Th 3:45-4:40 pm $497/$569 3/31 16006 Pre Ballet 5-7 Gwendolyn Britt 1/11-5/17 Tu 3:45-4:40 pm $497/$569 3/29 16011 Pre Ballet 5-7 Gwendolyn Britt 1/12-5/18 W 3:45-4:40 pm $497/$569 3/30 16002 Ballet 1 6-9 Gwendolyn Britt 1/10-5/16 M 4:30-5:25 pm $497/$569 3/28 16012 Ballet 2 6-10 Gwendolyn Britt 1/12-5/18 W 4:45-5:40 pm $497/$569 3/30 16019 Ballet 3/4 8-11 Gwendolyn Britt 1/13-5/11 Th 4:45-5:40 pm $497/$569 3/31 16013 Ballet 5/6 10-15 Gwendolyn Britt 1/12-5/18 W 5:45-6:45 pm $497/$569 3/30 16003 Pre Pointe 11-18 Gwendolyn Britt 1/10-5/16 M 5:30-6:30 pm $497/$569 3/28 Beginning Pointe 16008 Intermediate Pointe 14-18 Gwendolyn Britt 1/11-5/17 Tu 6:00-6:45 pm $480/$550 3/29 16007 Intermediate 13-18 Gwendolyn Britt 1/11-5/17 Tu 4:45-6:00 pm $497/$562 3/29 Teen Ballet 16020 Intermediate 13-18 Gwendolyn Britt 1/13-5/19 Th 5:45-6:45 pm $432/$504 3/31 Teen Ballet

Jazz, Hip Hop and More...

Activity# Class Age Instructor Date Day Time M/NM 15961 Jazz 6-13 Jenny Oelerich 1/12-5/18 W 4:00-4:55 pm $497/$569 3/30 15959 Hip Hop Jr. 4-6 Jenny Oelerich 1/10-5/16 M 4:00-4:55 pm $497/$569 3/28 15960 Hip Hop Jr. 4-6 Jenny Oelerich 1/10-5/16 M 5:00-5:55 pm $497/$569 3/28 15962 Hip Hop 7-13 Jenny Oelerich 1/12-12/15 W 5:00-5:55 pm $497/$569 3/30

Musical Theatre Dance

Activity# Grade Instructor Date Day Time M/NM 15963 4th-8th Jenny Oelerich 1/12-5/18 W 6:00-6:55 PM $497/$569 3/30

adultdance classes Activity# Class Age 16004 Adult Ballet 18+ 16005 Adult Ballet 18+ 16045 Adult Ballet (Virtual) 18+ 16046 Adult Ballet (Virtual) 18+ 16047 Adult Ballet (Virtual) 18+ 16055 Adult Ballet 18+ 16056 Adult Ballet 18+

Instructor Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt E. Marc Nevins E. Marc Nevins E. Marc Nevins Gwendolyn Britt Gwendolyn Britt

Date 1/11-3/15 4/5-5/24 1/13-3/3 3/10-4/28 5/5-6/9 1/12-3/23 4/6-5/25

Day Tu Tu Th Th Th W W

Time 10:00-11:00 am 10:00-11:00 am 1:00-2:15 pm 1:00-2:15 pm 1:00-2:15 pm 1:00-2:15 pm 1:00-2:15 pm

M/NM $240/$280 $192/$224 $184/$196 $161/$196 $138/$168 $240/$280 $192/$224

No Class N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

15891 15893 15892

Jenny Oelerich Jenny Oelerich Jenny Oelerich

1/12-2/16 2/23-4/6 4/20-6/1

W W W

9:30-10:30 am 9:30-10:30 am 9:30-10:30 am

$144/$168 $144/$168 $168/$196

N/A 3/30 N/A

Adult Dance Fitness 18+ Adult Dance Fitness 18+ Adult Dance Fitness 18+

Spring Dance Recital (Excluding Fantasy Dance)

Sunday, May 22, 2022 3:00 pm

• Recital Rehearsal Saturday, May 21, 2022 2:30 - 5:00 p.m. *Please be advised that recital costume cost is included in the registration fee. Everyone who registers receives a costume regardless of performing in the recital. This fee is nonrefundable.

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

theater

Announcing Auditions For our Spring 2022 Production

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Auditions open to children in grades 4-8 who reside or attend school in New Trier Township. 29

musiclessons Guitar/Bass/Ukulele Lessons For All Ages

Beginners to advanced levels are welcome. Students may choose to focus on: rhythm guitar, lead guitar, singing while playing, songwriting, improvising, how to figure out songs by ear, and much more. Learn the songs and styles you want while gaining the skills you need to play the instrument! Let an experienced, patient, and versatile instructor guide you to reaching your musical goals. All lessons are on Wednesdays; your instructor will contact you to set up a time. Instructor: Brandon Seyferth Ages: 7-Adult Activity# Date Day M/NM 15957 1/5-3/9 W $350/$420 15958 3/16-5/25 W $350/$420

Private & Semi Private Music Lessons

Enjoy music lessons with Teacher Dan! Choose one instrument or multi instruments! Learn how to sing and/or play piano, violin, drums, guitar (acoustic/electric), ukulele, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, and percussion, all in a fun and creative way! Regardless of age or skill level, Teacher Dan educates his students with a strong musical foundation, learning the theory as well as the fundamentals of music! His unique approach is structured entirely around the student’s needs. Instructor: Teacher Dan Ages: 4 & Up Lessons are $50 per 30 minutes and must be paid 48 hours in advance of the first lesson. Payments are made directly to Teacher Dan. For more information or to register contact: Teacher Dan at DanielGRosa@me.com or (310) 722-2112.

Music N Me

LISTEN to the live serenades, DANCE to the rhythms, SING with your heart, and SHARE in the music! You and your child will be enlightened with music through a variety of popular songs, fingerplays, bodywork & movement activities as well as live serenades (with various instruments each week), all with a hands-on experience. Teacher Dan performs all live music & utilizes a variety of instruments to perform and introduce to our students each week! Students get to interact with each instrument. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Instructor: Teacher Dan Ages: 1-4 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 16037 1/11-2/22 Tu 9:45-10:15 am $154/$182 16038 1/11-2/22 Tu 10:30-11:00 am $154/$182 16039 3/1-4/26 Tu 9:45-10:15 am $176/$208 16040 3/1-4/26 Tu 10:30-11:00 am $176/$208

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

Everybody Move Inc NEW!

Everybody Move, Inc. offers a playful, enriching time with you and your child to sing and dance. Caregivers and Grandparents are most welcome too. Featured in the class are guitar, scarves, balls, hoops, puppets, stories, drums, rhythm instruments and more. 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, fine motor, language development and musical listening skills. This class is the perfect balance between child-centered instruction and supported imaginative play. Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy Activity# Date Age Day Time M/NM 16029 1/5-3/16 2-3 yrs W 9:15-10:15 am $242/$275 16030 1/5-3/16 12-24 mo W 10:30-11:30 am $242/$275 16033 1/6-3/17 12-24 mo Th 9:15-10:15 am $242/$275 16034 1/6-3/17 6-12 mo Th 10:30-11:30 am $242/$275 16031 4/6-6/8 2-3 yrs W 9:15-10:15 am $220/$250 16032 4/6-6/8 12-24 mo W 10:30-11:30 am $220/$250 16035 4/7-6/9 12-24 mo Th 9:15-10:15 am $220/$250 16036 4/7-6/9 6-12 mo Th 10:30-11:30 am $220/$250

Meet Our Instructors! Daniel Rosa ~ “Teacher Dan”

Music Teacher, Founder of Music n Me and Top Note Music Academy Music Educator & Entrepreneur, Teacher Dan continues to be a positive, inspirational mentor of music, continually educating children and adults for many years to come. Since graduating high school with honors from Loyola Academy, followed by a music degree from USC, he continues to spread the gift of music throughout the North Shore. On any given day, you might find him teaching piano, violin, guitar, voice or multi-instrumental lessons at the Community House. A firm believer in making sure music is fun & not forced, Teacher Dan is inspired daily by his students and continually moves forward, opening new music businesses and hiring talented music teachers, making sure music can be easily accessed by all.

Celeste Cifala Roy

Celeste Cifala Roy, early childhood movement and music teacher, is very proud to be starting her 24th year of Everybody Move, Inc. Celeste has taught early childhood movement and music throughout the North Shore for over 35 years. She formerly taught for the Music & Movement Center at Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest, National-Louis University’s Movement Center, & The Old Town School of Folk Music. Celeste’s classes are interactive. They cultivate an environment of comfort and fun so that the children and adults get the most out of this playful and imaginative time together.

Brandon Seyferth

Brandon Seyferth is an experienced instructor who tailors his lessons to the interests and goals of his students while stressing good technique and fundamentals, to assist them in growing as quickly as their practicing habits allow. He is currently director at the Glencoe Academy of Music and has written songs, performed, and recorded with such notable names as Jackson Browne, Victor DeLorenzo (Violent Femmes), Eric McFadden (dubbed “modern day Jimmy Hendrix” by Guitar Player Magazine), and Jimmy Chamberlin (Smashing Pumpkins). His work has appeared on large market radio including Chicago’s WXRT. He has also composed, performed, and recorded music for short films selected and nominated for award at film festivals including The Sanford Film Festival and the International Film Festival of Cinematic Arts, Los Angeles.

“Descendants” Audition Workshop

3...2...1...Action! What do I prepare for my audition? Have no fear, Skyline is here! Join the Directors of Skyline Studios to learn how to give a fabulous audition for Descendants. We will explore the essentials of a singing, dancing, and acting audition. No previous experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun! Must be registered for Broadway Stars Descendants to participate in this audition workshop. Instructor: Skyline Studios Ages: 7-12 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15977 1/29 Sa 10:00 AM-12:00 pm $40/$48

Broadway Tots “Descendants”

An introduction to musical theatre! Broadway Tots will explore the beginning fundamentals of theatre and working together to perform. Broadway Tots will act, sing and dance to well known The Descendants songs! The Final showing for the Thursday Tots will be on Thursday, May 5. Instructor: Skyline Studios Ages: 3-4 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15978 2/9-4/27 W 4:00-4:45 pm $315/$378 15979 2/10-4/28 Th 3:00-3:45 pm $315/$378 No Class: 3/30, 3/31

Broadway Juniors “Descendants”

Calling all young actors... Are you ready to have your debut on stage? Join us in a wonderful 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 Descendants! Get ready for a fabulous show! Broadway, here we come! Please help your child practice and memorize at home so your actor feels confident on stage. Please be prompt in arrival and dismissal times. All rehearsals are closed (no parents or guests watching). All Broadway Juniors will perform in one show, time TBA, on Sunday, May 8. Instructor: Skyline Studios Ages: 5-7 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15980 2/9-4/27 W 4:45-5:45 pm $349/$419 15981 2/10-4/28 Th 4:00-5:00 pm $349/$419 No Class: 3/30, 3/31

Broadway Stars “Descendants”

Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in The Descendants! Jump into a magical world of musical theatre by exploring acting, singing and choreography in preparation 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 Descendants. All actors involved in the Broadway Stars will have a chance to perform on stage at the Community House. All Broadway Stars will perform in one show, time TBA, on Sunday, May 8. Instructor: Skyline Studios Ages: 7-12 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15982 2/7-5/2 M 4:00-6:00 pm $429/$515 15984 2/11-4/29 F 4:00-6:00 pm $429/$515 No Class: 2/21, 3/28, 4/1

Broadway Performers “Descendants” NEW for ages 12-14!

Are you missing the chance to perform in a Broadway musical? Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in The Descendants for 6-8th graders. Bring your acting to the next level by working on character development, 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 Descendants! Each cast member will receive electronic music and script for practice at home. All Broadway Performers will perform Sunday, May 8, 2022. Instructor: Skyline Studios Ages: 12-14 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15988 2/7-5/2 M 6:00-7:30 pm $429/$515 No class: 2/21, 3/28 32

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

• Audition Workshop - August 28 • Classes Begin - September 9 • Show Dates - December 8-12

See the Movie before Auditions:

Hey kids, get ready for the Skyline Studios production of Descendants - come and watch it on the big screen in Matz Hall Theatre. Get your ticket, grab a seat, sit back and relax as we watch Descendants together. Saturday, January 8, 1:00 pm $5 advance/$7 at the door. For tickets visit: www.mycommunityhouse.org/descendants or scan QR code to purchase tickets.

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 Studios, excited to share their passion for the performing arts with the community! Skyline Studios Policies

No make-up classes will be offered. Please help your child practice and memorize at home so your actor feels confident 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 first week of classes. Winner of the Illinois Theatre Association 2018 Award for Excellence in Creative Drama

For more information please e-mail skylinewinnetka@gmail.com.

Skyline Studios helps children:

• Gain confidence • Improve stage presence • Learn effective dialogue register at mycommunityhouse.org

• Master choreography • Train for auditioning • Prepare for Children’s Theatre of Winnetka 33

youthbasketball league

Youth Basketball League

If you have a first through third grade boy or girl interested in playing basketball against other area players without the hassle of traveling to a different location for every game, this program is for them. Participants will learn fundamental skills through weekly practice and games. Adult volunteers coach all teams. First and Second grade games will have youth size basketballs and eight foot basketball rims. Third grade games will have youth size basketballs, 9 foot basketball rims, full court play and score will be kept. All games will have staff 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 filling out your registration form please remember to insert your child/children’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 45-minute practice during the week (M-F) between 5:00pm and 7:15pm, with priority given to first grade teams for earlier times. Coaches choose their team’s specific time by lottery in early December. There will be two weeks of practice before the first game. 3. Games will be held on Saturdays between 10:00am and 6:00pm. The specific game schedule will be created in early December; typically 1st graders play between 10am and 12pm, 2nd graders play between 12pm and 3pm, and 3rd graders play between 3pm and 5pm. 4. All team information (roster, practice time, game time, coach, etc.) will be available on or before December 10, 2021, at www.quickscores.com/wch.

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League# 15442 15443 15444

Grade First Second Third

Member $375 $375 $375

Non-Member Fee $469 $469 $469

Interested in coaching? Register on-line at www.quickscores.com/wch.

January 4th through March 6th Dates: January 3 - March 5 First games start January 16th First Games Start January 15 34

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

ABOUT HOOPS4HEALTH

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 them top notch training in the sport of basketball as well as teaching them 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.

Tot Ballers

Little Ballers

Our basketball clinic will teach the basics for any toddler looking to make a splash into basketball. Through the clinic players will learn the basics in areas such as shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense. Focus will also be on motor skills, footwork, rules, and understanding the spots on the floor. Our professional staff has worked with kids of all ages and skill levels. We take great pride in personal attention and hands on teaching. There will be many fun games and prizes throughout the clinic. Our goal is that each player comes out with a better understanding of how to play the game and develop the fundamental basketball skills necessary to excel at basketball. Instructor: Hoops4Health Ages: 3-5 1- Day Per Week Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15760 1/4-3/22 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm $269/$329 15774 1/6-3/24 Th 1:45-2:30 pm $245/$299 15829 4/5-5/31 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm $199/$245 15842 4/7-6/2 Th 1:45-2:30 pm $199/$245 No Class: 2/17

Our basketball clinic will help the beginner and advanced basketball player. Each week will cater to a different fundamental basketball skills, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense. We will stress the importance of ball movement and sportsmanship which is vital to becoming a strong basketball player. Our professional staff has worked with kids of all ages and skill levels and we take great pride in personal attention and hands on teaching. There will be many fun games and prizes throughout the clinic. Rules of the game will be taught and we will also develop how to play in 5 on 5 games while using proper spacing and teamwork. Register two or more children, from the same family, and receive 10% off (not available online, must register in person at Community House front desk). Daily Rate: $30 (not available online, must register in person at the front desk - receipt must be shown to the instructor prior to class) Instructor: Hoops4Health First Session Grades: Jk-1st 1 Day Per Week Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15762 1/4-3/22 Tu 4:00-5:00 pm $269/$329 15776 1/6-3/24 Th 4:00-5:00 pm $245/$299 15780 1/7-3/25 F 1:15-2:15 pm $199/$245 15931 1/7-3/25 F 4:00-5:00 pm $199/$245 No Class: 2/17, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18

2- Days Per Week Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15761 1/4-3/24 Tu, Th 1:45-2:30 pm $415/$555 15830 4/5-6/2 Tu, Th 1:45-2:30 pm $325/$435

2 Days Per Week Activity: Date 15763 1/4-3/24

Day Tu, Th

Time 4:00-5:00 pm

M/NM $415/$555

Second Session Grades: Jk-1 1 Day Per Week Activity: Date 15831 4/5-5/31 15844 4/7-6/2 15849 4/8-6/3 15932 4/8-6/3

Day Tu Th F F

Time 4:00-5:00 pm 4:00-5:00 pm 1:15-2:15 pm 4:00-5:00 pm

M/NM $199/$245 $199/$245 $199/$245 $199/$245

2 Days Per Week Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15832 4/5-6/2 Tu, Th 4:00-5:00 pm $325/$435

Winter Break Basketball Camp

Date Day 12/20-12/23 M-Th 12/27-12/29 M-W

Time 1:00-2:30 pm 1:00-2:30 pm

Fee $109 $85

Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15928 3/28-4/1 M-F 1:00-2:30 pm $115/$135

All Star Night

It is a great fun way for all the players to showcase their skills and have a lot of holiday fun. We will have a skills challenge, shooting stars competition, slam dunk contest, and an all-star game (pending public health guidelines). There will be many prizes and a healthy foods pizza party (pending public health guidelines). Our Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game with the campers over the holidays. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades:Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15740 12/30 Th 12:30-3:00 pm $65 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15492 12/30 Th 4:00-7:00 pm $65

Winter Break Basketball Camp Both Weeks (No All Star Night) Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# 15485

Date Day 12/20-12/29 M-Th

Time 12:00-1:00 pm

Date 12/20-12/29 12/30

Day M-W Th

Time 12:00-1:00 pm 12:30-3:00 pm

Fee $235

Date 12/20-12/29 12/30

Day M-W Th

Time 1:00-2:30 pm 4:00-7:00 pm

Fee $235

All Star Night

It is a great fun way for all the players to showcase their skills and have a lot of holiday fun. We will have a skills challenge, shooting stars competition, slam dunk contest, and an all-star game (pending public health guidelines). There will be many prizes and a healthy foods pizza party (pending public health guidelines). Our Hoops4Health staff can’t wait to share their knowledge of the game with the campers over the holidays. Instructor: Hoops4Health Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15987 4/2 Sa 12:30-3:00 pm $80 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15986 4/2 Sa 4:00-7:00 pm $80

Spring Break Basketball Camp (All Star Night Included)

Fee $169

Winter Break Basketball Camp Both Weeks (All Star Night Included) Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# 15486 Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# 15489

Spring Break Basketball Camp

Grades: Jr K-1st Activity# Date Day Time 15983 3/28-4/2 M-Th 12:00-3:00 pm Sa 12:30-3:00 pm

Fee $185

Grades: 2nd-8th Activity# Date Day Time 15985 3/28-4/2 M-Th 1:00-2:30 pm Sa 4:00-7:00 pm

Fee $185

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

ABOUT HOT SHOTS SPORTS

Hot Shots Sports was founded in 1994 by Steve Duman and has been bringing its message of positive, growth-focused coaching to the Midwest and beyond ever since. Our goal from the beginning has been to provide a place for passionate people to have careers coaching kids, and to help kids develop their passion for sports. We dedicate our lives to providing the absolute best instruction possible to you and your family. We pride ourselves at being the most professional organization both on and off the court. Coaching is a way of life for us, something that does not turn off when we leave the gym.

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MLK Day Sports & More Camp

Day Off School Sports & More Camp Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 3-6 Activity# Date 15898 2/21

Day M

Time 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

M/NM $49/$65

Hot Shots Sports: Sports & More Camp

Adult-Tot Sports

Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skills activities focus on hand/eye and hand/ foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are provided to help guide your child through an introduction to organized sports. Adult participation is suggested. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 2-3 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15794 1/4-3/22 Tu 10:15-11:00 am $269/$339 15853 1/6-3/24 Th 10:15-11:00 am $269/$339 15897 1/8-3/19 Sa 9:15-10:00 am $249/$309 15906 4/5-5/24 Tu 10:15-11:00 am $179/$229 15913 4/7-5/26 Th 10:15-11:00 am $179/$229 15921 4/9-5/21 Sa 9:15-10:00 am $139/$169 No Class: 4/16

Tiny Tots Sports

This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes. Adult participation is suggested. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 3-6 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15922 4/9-5/21 Sa 10:00-10:45 am $139/$169 No Class:4/16

All Sports

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, as this program provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/ her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Prizes and awards will be given. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 3-6 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15923 4/9-5/21 Sa 10:45-11:30 am $139/$169 No Class:4/16

Lunch & Play

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 pickup available @ 11:15am! Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 3-5 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15754 1/3-3/21 M 11:15 am-12:45 pm $395/$495 15767 1/5-3/23 W 11:15 am-12:45 pm $469/$589 15793 1/7-3/25 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm $469/$589 15902 4/4-5/23 M 11:15 am-12:45 pm $319/$395 15910 4/6-5/25 W 11:15 am-12:45 pm $319/$395 15917 4/8-5/27 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm $319/$395 No Class: 1/17, 2/21

Pee Wee Soccer

Let your child’s early soccer experience be a great one. The younger player develops their soccer skills and gains confidence, 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 Ages: 2-4 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15766 1/5-3/23 W 10:00-10:45 am $269/$339 15909 4/6-5/25 W 10:00-10:45 am $179/$229

Sports & More

At Sports & More, children are introduced to basketball, floor 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 Ages: 3-5 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15756 1/3-3/21 M 1:00-2:30 pm $395/$495 15773 1/5-3/23 W 1:00-2:30 pm $469/$589 15841 1/7-3/25 F 1:00-2:30 pm $469/$589 15795 1/8-3/19 Sa 10:00-10:45 am $249/$309 15903 4/4-5/23 M 1:00-2:30 pm $319/$395 15911 4/6-5/25 W 1:00-2:30 pm $319/$395 15918 4/8-5/27 F 1:00-2:30 pm $319/$395 No Class: 1/17, 2/21

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

Total Sports

Jr. Mini Ninja Warriors

Total Sports features a new sport each week! Participants will play basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play popular running and group games. Children will acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 4-6 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15757 1/3-3/21 M 4:00-5:00 pm $325/$405 15770 1/5-3/23 W 4:00-5:00 pm $389/$489 15840 1/8-3/19 Sa 10:45 -11:30 am $249/$309 15904 4/4-5/23 M 4:00-5:00 pm $259/$325 15912 4/6-5/25 W 4:00-5:00 pm $259/$325 No Class: 1/17, 2/21

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 the child’s physical, mental, emotional and social development. In addition, participants acquire listening skills and have a fun introduction to following directions. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 4-6 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15764 1/4-3/22 Tu 4:00-5:00 pm $389/$489 15777 1/6-3/24 Th 4:00-5:00 pm $389/$489 15782 1/7-3/25 F 4:00-5:00 pm $389/$489 15907 4/5-5/24 Tu 4:00-5:00 pm $259/$325 15914 4/7-5/26 Th 4:00-5:00 pm $259/$325 15919 4/8-5/27 F 4:00-5:00 pm $259/$325

Mini Ninja Warriors

Take everything you learned from Jr. Ninja Warriors and test your skills with even more difficult obstacles and exercises specifically designed for balance and coordination, as well as physical and emotional development. Put your Ninja skills to the test in this fun movement-based class. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 7-9 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15765 1/4-3/22 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm $389/$489 15778 1/6-3/24 Th 5:00-6:00 pm $389/$489 15783 1/7-3/25 F 5:00-6:00 pm $389/$489 15908 4/5-5/24 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm $259/$325 15915 4/7-5/26 Th 5:00-6:00 pm $259/$325 15920 4/8-5/27 F 5:00-6:00 pm $259/$325

Elite Nerf Battle

Each week we will play many different Nerf games, including an all-out battle. Come experience this classic basement game in an arena style, team driven environment. All gear, guns/ammo and eye protection will be provided, though you can bring your own equipment or eye wear if you want. There will be a different theme every week! Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 7-10 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15895 1/3-3/21 M 5:30-6:30 pm $325/$405 15905 4/4-5/23 M 5:30-6:30 pm $259/$325 No Class: 1/17, 2/21 register at mycommunityhouse.org

Gridiron Tot Football NEW!

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 with children and adults in a fun environment. Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Ages: 2-4 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15779 1/7-3/25 F 10:00-10:45 am $269/$339 15916 4/8-5/27 F 10:00-10:45 am $179/$229

Fencing

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 bouting. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Midwest Fencing Academy Ages: 7 & Up Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15771 1/5-2/9 W 4:15-5:15 pm $249/$319 15818 2/16-3/23 W 4:15-5:15 pm $249/$319 15864 4/6-5/4 W 4:15-5:15 pm $205/$265 15868 5/11-6/8 W 4:15-5:15 pm $205/$265

Single A Baseball NEW!

This 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, field, throw, catch and run bases in this fun-filled 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 Ages: 2-3 Activity: Date Day Time M/NM 15896 1/3-3/21 M 10:00-10:45 am $225/$285 15901 4/4-5/23 M 10:00-10:45 am $179/$229 No Class: 1/17, 2/21

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

gymrentals! Ever wish you could use a gymnasium to play basketball with your family or friends? Now you can at the Community House! 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 and availability.

tottime!

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 for your child to use. Participants must wear gym shoes. No food allowed. Parents or caregivers must remain with children. January 5 – March 23 Wednesdays, 10:45 AM–12:15 PM Ages: Infant - 5 $5 per child Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two, three, or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a whiffle ball, over a net. The sport shares features of other racquet sports, the dimensions and layout of a badminton court, and a net and rules similar to tennis, with a few modifications. Pickleball was invented in the mid-1960s as a children’s backyard pastime but has become popular among adults as well. January 5 – March 23 Wednesdays, 8:30 – 10:30 AM $5/person drop-in fee

pickleball! register at mycommunityhouse.org

martialarts

Participants are carefully initiated into karate, which focuses on alertness of mind, self-control, and mental strategies to meet life challenges. Traditional karate is a martial art that emphasizes the principles and applications of weaponless self-defense through the use of total body dynamics and mental discipline. Students will constantly strive for technical excellence and enhancement of one’s character. The following items are optional and will incur additional costs: uniforms, belt tests, and tournaments. Belt Ranking System: There are 11 belt levels (kyu) before first-degree black belt (shodan). A new student is assigned the white belt rank (eleventh kyu). Students must fulfill certain requirements under normal practice conditions and in a test environment to secure progressive promotions up to and including the black belt (dan) levels. When a student has acquired a strong foundation in the fundamentals of karate, he or she can be promoted to the rank of first-degree black belt. Ron Stein Ron Stein is the chief instructor for the Community House Karate Program and has been teaching karate to the community of Winnetka since 1994. A long standing member of the Japan Karate Association, he has taught karate around the world including Japan where he once lived. He has been featured in a multitude of press including the Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune and Forest & Bluff magazine, and has appeared on both radio and television in the US and Tokyo. The long list of corporations and institutions that have enjoyed his instruction include Kinderhaven, NSSRA, University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, US Embassy of Tokyo, US Marine Corp, Takeda Pharmaceutical, Phusion Projects, Catholic Charities, North Chicago Community Projects, Dollars for Scholars, and many others. Mr. Stein is also a local, regional, and national karate champion and his students have gone on to win championships. He is known and respected for his empathetic and comical work with children of all ages in the North Shore of Chicago.

Pee Wee Karate

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. Ages: 4–5 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15804 1/13-5/12 Th 3:50-4:20 pm $419/$529 No Class: 3/29, 3/31

Karate I

This class is for the beginner student through Orange belt/White stripe. Ages: 6-10 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15797 1/13-5/26 Tu Th 4:30-5:10 pm $859/$1019 No Class: 3/29, 3/31

Karate II

Students must have the belt rank of Orange belt through Green belt to participate in this class. Ages: 7-12 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15798 1/13-5/26 Tu Th 5:30-6:15 pm $1239/$1459 Sa 10:20-11:20 am No Class: 3/26, 3/29, 3/31, 4/2

Karate III

Self-Defense Training for Seniors, Adults,Teens, and Youth NEW!

Working with a partner, you will learn the techniques taught in class, including defenses against armed and unarmed attackers; single/multiple attackers; standing, sitting, ground techniques; and rape defense/prevention. Learn to anticipate and avoid potentially dangerous situations and how to defend yourself against a physical attack including; grabs, punches, chokes, bear hugs, headlocks, kicks, knives, guns, and more from a much bigger and stronger attacker. This class could save your life. Every girl at or near dating age should take this class. Our classes are targeted at teens and adults, but 8-11 year olds can sign up and take a class with an adult. Instructor: Michael Theriaut Ages: 18+ Activity Date Day Time M/NM 15877 12/28 Tu 7:00-9:00 pm $35/$45 Ages: 12+ (8-11 with parent) Activity Date 15878 1/8 15879 2/8 15880 3/14

Day Sa Tu M

Time 10:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00-9:00 pm 7:00-9:00 pm

M/NM $35/$45 $35/$45 $35/$45

Ages: 65+ Activity 15881

Day Th

Time 10:00 am-12:00 pm

M/NM $35/$45

Date 4/14

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. Ages: 11+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15799 1/13-5/26 Tu Th 6:30-7:30 pm $1289/$1529 Sa 10:20-11:20 am No Class: 3/26, 3/29, 3/31, 4/2

Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave

Taekwondo is a 2000 year old martial art offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities. Students have the opportunity to improve concentration and self esteem, achieve lifelong physical fitness and learn self-defense skills. A $45 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.

Little Dragons

Youth Taekwondo

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 Staff Ages: 4–5 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15788 1/5-3/23 W 4:00-4:40 pm $179/$229 15968 4/6-6/8 W 4:00-4:40 pm $149/$189

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 Staff Ages: 8–13 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15792 1/5-3/23 W 5:40-6:30 pm $179/$229 15791 4/6-6/8 W 5:40-6:30 pm $149/$189

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 Staff Ages: 14+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15791 1/5-3/23 W 5:40-6:35 am $179/$229 15970 4/6-6/8 W 5:40-6:35 pm $149/$189 Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day 15941 1/7-3/25 F 15942 4/8-6/3 F

Time 10:00-10:50 am 10:00-10:50 am

M/NM $179/$229 $135/$175

Tai Chi NEW INSTRUCTOR! Parent/Child Taekwondo

This class provides families with a fun opportunity to spend time together while improving 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 Staff Ages: 7+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15790 1/5-3/23 W 5:40-6:35 pm $179/$229 15969 4/6-6/8 W 5:40-6:35 pm $149/$189

Early Taekwondo

Designed especially for younger children, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skills and self-confidence through creative activities. All Belts Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff Ages: 6–7 Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15789 1/5-3/23 W 4:45-5:35 pm $179/$229 15967 4/6-6/8 W 4:45-5:35 pm $149/$189 register at mycommunityhouse.org

This Tai Chi class will be teaching form from the Yang Family. Movements are slow, smooth, even, graceful and extensive. Training focuses on foot work, stances, hand and body movements. Tai Chi includes warm ups, Qigong (breathing exercises) and meditation. Tai Chi is an exercise for improving health, balance and relaxation. Instructor: Ken Ning Ages: 18+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15805 1/8-3/19 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm $245/$289 15940 4/9-6/4 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm $155/$185 No Class: 4/16, 5/28 Ken Ning has been practicing martial arts for over 30 years and practicing Tai Chi for over 25 years. He has been teaching martial arts and Tai Chi since 2005. In 2017, Ken became one of Grand Master Yang Jun’s Disciples with the International Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan Association. His disciple name is Yang Yazhe. Yang is the family name and YaZhe means Elegant, Graceful and Wise. He has a Golden Eagle rank in Tai Chi. Ken is also a Sanda (Full-Contact) Certified Instructor with Ng Family Chinese Martial Arts Association since 2008. Sanda includes boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, takedowns, throws, sweeps, kick catches, elbow and knee strikes.

Adult Chess NEW!

Chess-Ed provides a unique, exciting and dynamic chess instruction which lifts each student to a new level of expertise. Each week adult students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play other students. Students will grow their knowledge of the game - from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics and end game combinations. This class is a great way to improve your memory! Instructor: Chess-Ed Ages: 18+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15945 1/3-3/21 M 1:15-2:15 pm $245/$355 15946 4/4-6/6 M 1:15-2:15 pm $221/$261

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Adult Sewing NEW!

Join us for adult sewing! This is the perfect class to learn the basics of sewing and make your very own stylish black fleece vest. We will spend the first week learning about the sewing machine; then for the additional three weeks students will work on our fleece vests. Fabric for the vest will be provided. If students would like to work on something besides a vest or if time permits, then they will need to provide their own pattern & fabric. Sewing supplies, including the sewing machine, fabric, thread, needles and pins will be provided. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items on their own. Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Ages: 18+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15966 1/18-2/8 Tu 10:00 AM-12:00 pm $150/$180

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learntogether! dog obedience

Check out dog obedience classes on page 24-25

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The winter/spring 2022 adult program guide will be in your homes mid December! Watch your mailbox and don’t miss the opportunity to sign up for fun and fascinating lectures as well as a variety of classes and workshops, from chess to wellness to dance – and much more!

fitnesscenter Membership Information Orientation

Basic Membership $59/month

(Seniors age 65+ receive a 10% discount)

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Full access to the Fitness Center and FitTurf Locker rooms and towel service Fitness orientation session with a personal trainer Wi-Fi

Personal Training

Plus Membership

Our personal training program offers you one on one training tailored to meet your specific fitness goals. If you need that extra push or some personalized attention, personal training can provide the direction and motivation you need. Fitness Center Member $70/hour Non-Member $85/hour

$99/month

(Seniors age 65+ receive a 10% discount)

Includes basic membership benefits, plus… • Group Exercise Classes powered by FitnessOnDemand • HydroMassage Lounger • Child care • Peloton Experience Studios Monthly memberships are conveniently auto-renewed each month through a recurring charge to your bank account or credit card.

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The orientation session is your opportunity to learn to use the fitness equipment properly and effectively. One of our engaging, professional personal trainers will guide you in how to use our state-of-the-art equipment to help you achieve your goals. Orientation is free to new members.

Hours of Operation Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday

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Peloton Experience Studios

HydroMassage Lounger

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! Track your progress with detailed performance metrics and stay motivated as you climb the live leaderboard! Included with Plus membership $15 per ride for Basic & non-members

Boost your workout recovery, reduce stress, increase circulation, and relieve muscle soreness with our HydroMassage Lounger! Whether you use it to warm up your muscles before a workout or just enjoy relaxing afterwards, you’ll want to take advantage of this fantastic wellness experience. Included with Plus membership $15 per session for Basic & non-members

Child Care

Child care provides a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children ages 8 weeks and older while you work out at the Fitness Center or take a class here at the Community House. Child care is available Monday-Saturday and welcomes children for 1 ½ hours each visit. Included with Plus membership $15 per visit for Basic & non-members $5 for each additional child

Group Exercise

Through this platform, we’re able to offer you an exciting and ever-changing array of premium classes from some of the world’s best fitness instructors – right here in our upgraded fitness studio. Plus members who prefer a solo workout experience can also be set up on the FitnessOnDemand app so you can work out at home or on the road, on your schedule. Included with Plus membership $15 per class for Basic & non-members

Child Care Room Rental

Looking for a fun and engaging space for your children to play with friends? The Free to Be Kids Child Care room is available to rent for play dates 7 days/week from 1:00pm to 9:00pm! Contact Lisa at lisaj@mywch.org or (847) 881-9319 for more information and availability.

Meet the fitnesscenter trainers! Karen Campion

Karen Campion is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer with specialties in Functional Aging and Mat Pilates, along with a passion for functional body movement to improve daily lives. Karen is an avid runner and group fitness enthusiast, two joys she discovered at a young age. She is a true believer in the power of exercise and its many benefits on the body, mind, and soul.

Bob Davis

Bob has been helping members of the Community House Fitness Center reach their fitness goals since 2001. Certified through the International Sports Science Association, he enjoys working with seniors and teens and has particular expertise in working with people with special needs. Bob specializes in rehabilitation and functional movement and incorporates nutrition guidance as well. When he’s not training clients, you can find him engaged in sports reporting, primarily with the NBA.

Dolores Ohlwein

Dolores Ohlwein has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1991. Certified through the Idea International Association of Fitness Professionals with an emphasis in exercise & aging, Dolores enjoys helping clients maintain a healthy lifestyle by using the following methods: functional training, core & balance exercises, weight training, weight bearing exercises, and stretching.

Patryk Ruta

Patryk joined the Community House Fitness Center team in February of 2020! He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Studies and is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (Performance Enhancement Specialization). He is also a Certified Functional Strength Coach. With experience training serious athletes, weekend warriors, and everyone in between, Patryk has a passion for helping his clients challenge themselves and achieve their goals. Patryk’s expertise makes him an ideal trainer for athletes looking to build strength and boost their performance – or for anyone seeking to take their fitness goals to the next level!

Chris Treiber

Chris Treiber has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1996. Certified through the American Council on Exercise, the Functional Aging Institute (Functional Aging Specialist) and the Gray Institute (Applied Functional Science), Chris’s specializations are training for strength, functional movement, balance and older adult populations. He is committed to pursuing continued education, such as the Brain Health Certification course, ensuring a current knowledge base in the ever-changing field of Fitness. Chris’s experience, certifications, continued education and initiation of new concepts into his personal training makes him one of the most sought out trainers on the North Shore.

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specialtyfitness Pilates: Beginner / Continuing

Pilates is a classic physical and mental conditioning method created over 80 years ago by legendary physical trainer Joseph Pilates. Through exercises that focus on applying the six principles (control, centering, concentration, precision, breath, and flow), we teach you about movement mechanics, allowing you to develop and maintain a healthy and graceful body. Instructor: Nicole Betts Ages:14+ Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 15937 1/5-2/23 W 9:00-9:50 am $155/$195 15938 3/2-4/27 W 9:00-9:50 am $155/$195 15939 5/4-6/8 W 9:00-9:50 am $155/$195 No Class: 3/30

Pilates Flow Jam NEW!

Pilates Flow Jam expands on the traditional Pilates method by infusing functional sculpting and basic yoga into whole-body movement. Sequences choreographed to music resulting in the development of subconscious habits of coordinated moves, core stability, and enhanced posture that improve activities of daily life and help avoid injury. Together we’ll JAM, seeking balance in body and mind. Instructor: Karen Campion Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15991 1/14-3/25 F 9:00-10:00 am $180 15992 4/8-6/10 F 9:00-10:00 am $180 No Class: 2/18

Full Body Gain 3

Full Body Gain 3 will challenge you standing, planking, and on your backs. We will target muscle groups and create synergy head to toe. Standing: we’ll work the upper body and lower body separately before we fuse the two and call upon our core stability in a major way. Planks: we will execute in various styles to strengthen our core and our posture muscles and many muscles at the same time with modifications for all levels. We will hit the crunches and bridges on our backs, adding weights and arm/leg movements to give us a complete workout. A full-body workout to gain functional body movement, strength, and power! Instructor: Karen Campion Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15989 1/13-3/24 Th 9:00-10:00 am $180 15990 4/7-6/9 Th 9:00-10:00 am $180 No Class: 2/17

YogaSix NEW!

YogaSix will guide and support the students through a thoughtful sequence addressing the complete needs of the body in movement and mindfulness. The student will share in community, uplifted by the teacher and students alike which in turn supports us all on and off the mat. We are taking proper precautions to ensure everyone feels safe in class. Instructor: YogaSix Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 16042 1/11-3/15 Tu 9:00-10:00 am $180 15043 3/22-5/24 Tu 9:00-10:00 am $180

Kickboxing

Kickboxing is a high-energy workout using body weight and the power from within to throw punches and kicks while dropping into squats, lunges, and planks. A sweaty cardio blast will bring your heart rate up, catching your breath with active rest in-between. This workout will leave you feeling strong inside out and outside in! Instructor: Karen Campion Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15993 1/12-3/16 W 9:30-10:30 am $180 15995 4/6-6/15 W 9:30-10:30 am $180 No Class: 5/11

wellness workshops Nutrition Workshop: Nutrition 101 NEW!

Understand and embrace a balanced diet with real foods. This workshop offers an opportunity to learn about the benefits of specific foods and how to incorporate new ingredients to boost your daily nutrition. Chia Leah workshops are engaging and full of resources & recipes! Instructor: Chia Leah LLC Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15973 1/12 W 10:00-11:00 am $35

Nutrition Workshop: Eating for Energy NEW!

This workshop is geared toward those with active lifestyles and/or busy families looking to better understand how food fuels the mind & body. Chia Leah workshops are engaging and full of resources & recipes! Instructor: Chia Leah LLC Ages:18+ Activity# Date Day Time Fee 15974 1/13 Th 7:00-8:00 pm $35

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Create Your Own Program! Create an experience personalized for your group!

Request a customized program! Gather friends and family to create your own group at your comfort level. You can work with our team to choose and participate in a customized program tailored to fit your needs. Select any program category! Theater Dance Music Education

Enrichment Sports Fitness Something New!

Teach a Class! We are always looking for new class and program ideas! Do you have a talent, specific skill, or specialty in a particular area you would like to share with others as a volunteer or as an instructor?

If you are interested in creating or instructing a class through the Community House, please contact: Jeff Wahl (jeffw@mywch.org) or Patti Ruiz (pattir@mywch.org).

Tenant Partners Since its inception, the Community House has been a home to other like-minded organizations who enrich our shared community in many ways. We hope you’ll check out all that is offered through our Tenant Partners!

Junior League of Evanston-North Shore

La Petite École de Chicago

(847) 441-0995 www.jle-ns.org jle-ns@sbcglobal.net The Junior League of Evanston-North Shore, Inc. is an organization 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 organization 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 approximately 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 www.lapetiteecole.us La Petite École de Chicago, a private, French language immersion school founded in 2015, with its first 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 year-round, in-person, preschool to 6th grade curriculum based on the French national curriculum.

Winnetka Community Nursery School

(847) 446-4432 www.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.

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.

The Winnetka Club

(847) 446-1830 www.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. The specific services and support provided by the Club have changed with the demands of the times, but we continue our tradition of “giving back” by connecting our community through friendship, learning and service. Current circumstances have created significant challenges for us all as we have had to re-imagine ourselves and learn to reach out to one another in a socially distanced world. Thanks to our member’s participation and financial 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 financially 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 many other social and cultural events for our membership, including museum tours, engaging lectures and other events to enrich and empower.

North Shore Art League

(847) 446-2870 info@northshoreartleague.org www.northshoreartleague.org Founded in 1924, the North Shore Art League is a non-profit 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, field 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 floor of the Community House, classes are held in an historic, professional art studio featuring skylights and a large stone fireplace as well as a well-equipped print room facility. Classes in drawing, painting (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), pastels, etching, printmaking, figure 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 benefits also include generous discounts at various art supply stores in the area and an eblast/brochure subscription.

Winnetka Youth Organization (WYO)

(847)446-0443 info@winnetkayo.org www.winnetkayo.org The Winnetka Youth Organization, commonly known as “the YO”, is a nonprofit 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 www.womens-exchange.org Women’s Exchange is a unique community of women (and sometimes men) committed to growth and authentic connection, be it through book discussions, building one’s financial skills, looking at life’s education, learning about health and wellness, writing together, creating together, walking together, learning and discerning, 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.

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Associate Organizations Christie’s Integrative Fitness Classes

NT Studio Inc

(847) 224-6766 www.christiesfitness.com christie.fitness@icloud.com

Ntstudioinc@gmail.com www.ntstudioinc.com

Off Campus Writers Workshop

Congregation Hakafa

ocww.info@gmail.com Yearly Membership - $30 Weekly Session Fee: Members - $10 Guests/Non-Members - $15

(847) 242-0687 www.Hakafa.org CongHakafa@hakafa.org

Revolve Dance by Courtney Kafkis

Falun Gong/Quigong Body Mind Exercises Contact: Warren Tai (312) 607-1688 www.FalunChicago.org www.Falundafa.org

(Head Coach of the New Trier Dance Team) Web site - Revolvedance.net Phone-847-912-0379 Email- ckafkis@hotmail.com

Friends of Bill W

Trudie’s Winnetka Backgammon Club

AA support group. Sundays

Bill Chibnik, (847) 291-6768 www.winnetkabackgammon.com chibnikw@aol.com

Lake Shore Unitarian Society (847) 807-5787 www.LakeShoreUnitarian.org

Winnetka-Northfield Rotary Club info@wnrotary.org www.rotary6440.org/clubs/winnetka

Become a communityhouse member! When you become a Community House member, you’re joining generations of families who have called the Community House home. The Community House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and does not receive any tax dollars. Your membership not only provides you with the benefits listed below – it also helps to support the Community House as a vibrant and thriving community hub, where people of all ages can gather, grow, and connect.

Membership benefits include: • Priority registration • Special member pricing for programs • Email newsletters to keep you up to date Sign up for your household membership today! You can complete the membership form found on page 56 or sign up online at www.mycommunityhouse.org. Please be sure to list all members of your household when registering.

Registration Information Member registration opens November 29, 2021 and will be processed on a first come, first served basis. All non-members will be able to register December 6, 2021. 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 using our on-line registration at www.mycommunityhouse.org.

HOW TO REGISTER

Register for programs and your household membership using the forms on pages 55-56 or on-line at www.mycommunityhouse.org. If completing the paper forms, please fill out the forms completely and print clearly. By listing your email address, you agree to receive email communications from the Community House. If you do not wish to receive these emails, you are welcome to unsubscribe. Sign the registration form. Unsigned forms will not be processed and will be returned to you. This will delay processing your registration.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSES

Prior to any class, registration is reviewed to determine if the enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Register early! Do not wait until the day of the first class to register. You may find the class has been canceled due to low enrollment.

REFUND POLICY

Full refunds will be issued for courses that are cancelled by the Community House due to insufficient registration. Should COVID-19 require a return to virtual programming or a combination of virtual and in-person programming, the Community House will issue pro-rated refunds for any programs 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 five 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.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGS

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.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

If school District 36 cancels classes for the entire day, all of the Community House children’s programs (including Free-To-Be-Kids 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.

RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS

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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

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.

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Program Registration Form Phone: 847-446-0537 Mail or drop-off with payment to the Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093 Or register on-line at mycommunityhouse.org

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Community House of Winnetka is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible, and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child recreation programs must recognize, however that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. Community House Winnetka continually strives to reduce such risks, and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been design to protect the participants safety. Please recognize that the Community House of Winnetka does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering himself/herself or a family member for a recreation program/ activity should review his/her own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Community House of Winnetka automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the Community House of Winnetka requires the execution of the following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully, and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed on this page, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss, regardless of severity, which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the Community House of Winnetka and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the Community House of Winnetka and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program. In the event of emergency, I authorize the Community House of Winnetka officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physical , and/or medical personal any treatment deemed necessary for immediate care, and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. All participants agree that any photography taken while participating in a class, special event or use of the facility may be used for promotional purposes of the Community House of Winnetka. Participants agree to receive promotional and informational emails from the Community House of Winnetka. REFUND AND PRORATE INFORMATION Full refunds will be issued for courses that are canceled by the Community House of Winnetka due to insufficient registration. A refund, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund request is received five 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. 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 and prorated amount.

Please list any specific medical allergies, medications, chronic illness or other conditions which staff should be aware: The Community House of Winnetka operates in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you believe you or child needs accommodation to facilitate participation in the Community House of Winnetka programs(s) for which you are registering, please check box. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned program details, waiver and release of all claims and permission to secure treatment. Signature: CASH

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gettogether! Spacious Rooms for Scouting Groups, Adventure Guides, Book Clubs, Retreats and More The Community House is fortunate to have a number of spacious rooms available for rent. If you’re looking for an indoor space for your group, get in touch with us to discuss options! Our rooms in the garden wing all have forced air HVAC, with the exchange maximized to push more of our inside air out while bringing outside air in as it cycles.

Space is available by the hour or for the full day.

For More Information Contact Mark Schusteff 847-881-9370 marks@mywch.org www.mycommunityhouse.org

memorablecelebrations! Whatever moment you’re celebrating in life, the Community House has the perfect space to bring all your loved ones together. Whether you’re commemorating 25 years of marriage or finally turning that Sweet 16, we’re here to make your event everything you’ve dreamed of. Our variety of unique spaces can be transformed to fit all of your needs, while ensuring you still have plenty of room to dance. After being around for over 100 years, one thing the Community House knows how to do is throw a party, and we look forward to making your event, no matter the size, something worth remembering.

For more information please contact Kelsey Wright at (847) 881- 9303 or kelseyw@mywch.org

The perfect site for: • Baby/Wedding Showers • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs • Class Reunions • Fundraisers

• Luncheons • Memorial Services • Parties • Weddings

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exceptionaltaste! The Historic Garden The Community House has been playing host to some of the most beautiful events and weddings on the North Shore for over a century. 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 first dance under the stars.

The Garden Room The Garden Room accommodates 250 people theater style or 200 with tables and chairs. This space can be divided into two separate rooms. Special features include natural light from south-facing windows, fine woodwork, variable lighting configurations and the view of the Historic Garden.

Check our website for the latest updates! www.mycommunityhouse.org/celebrations

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