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Brookfield
Parks&Recreation
SUMMER 2019
Village of Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department
708-485-7344 • Press #5
S UM M ER CAMPS INSIDE | N EW EA R LY CH IL D H OOD PROG R A M S
NE W SENIOR PR ESEN TAT ION S & FIT N ESS COU R S ES
Special Event Calendar: Summer 2019
Fourth of July Grossdale Murder
Celebration Mystery Garden Social
Thursday, July 4 Saturday Jul 27
The Village of Brookfield’s Annual Fourth of July from 7-9:30 pm
celebration begins with the parade that will kick off at
In this evening garden party, we will enjoy drinks,
10:00 am from the corners of Grand Blvd and Garfield
appetizers and a murder mystery show under garden
Avenue. The Party in the Park with music, food and
lights on the lawn of historic Grossdale Station.
drink will take place in Kiwanis Park following the
Cocktail attire is requested! Actors will mingle with
parade. Look for more details on the Village’s website,
guests as they portray characters engaging in a who-
www.brookfieldil.gov, or at www.facebook.com/
dun-it back and forth while you enjoy the evening with
BrookfieldEvents closer to the event date.
friend toasting to a one of a kind event. If your table is
able to guess “who did it”, you’ll leave with a prize!
Battle of the
Bands Historic Grossdale Station 8820 ½
Brookfield Ave.
Sunday, July 21 from 2
Fee: $20per participant, $120/ full table
– 8 pm (seats 8)
The Village of Brookfield and A Sound
Education are pleased to once again host Max/Min.: 64/32
the Battle of the Bands competition in Kiwanis
Park this summer. The top band will have the
Ice Cream Social
chance to move on to regional and possibly Thursday, August 1
state competitions. Applications are
available at local schools, the Brookfield 5:30pm-6:30pm
Recreation Department, A Sound Education I scream, You scream, We all scream for ICE CREAM!
and at www.brookfieldil.gov. For more details We welcome all families to register for this old fashion
or with any questions, visit www.facebook. themed ice cream social. Ice cream won’t be the only
com/BrookfieldEvents or contact the treat served! Games, music and toppings buffet will
Brookfield Recreation Department at 708- accompany this event. Pre-registration required.
485-1527. Registration Deadline: July 25. Everyone must register
(adults & children)
Kiwanis Park Band Stage
Fee: $25 application fee due by Ehlert Park, Congress Park Ave. & Elm
July 1st, 2019 Ave. Brookfield
Requirements: Completed applications, Fee: $4per participant
demo music link or CD, typed copy of song
lyrics, band members must be over 12 and
Family Last Call Ball
under 21 years of age (with at least half the Saturday August 10th
band age 19 or younger). Band members
under the age of 18 must have a parent/ from 1pm-3pm
guardian sign all application materials in School is just around the corner but don’t stress!
order to participate. Celebrate the last call to summer with our Family “Last
Call Ball”. This event features a DJ, Back to school raffle
(including restaurant gift certificates to make your
jump back into the school year a little easier), dancing,
games and dessert table! Don’t forget your swim suit
& Towel- This is a pre-registered event. Deadline is Fri.
Aug 9.
Ehlert Park Splash Pad Pavilion
Fee: $8per attendee
Max/Min.: 64/32
Special Event Calendar: Summer 2019
FREE Movies in the Park 3
DATES: All movies start at Dusk (est. 8:45pm)
We recommend all families to review movies and content before allowing children
to view. (Sites such as www.commonsensemedia.org or www.imdb.com/parental
guide provide reviews, parent and child recommendations)
EHLERT PARK • JUNE 13th • Toy Story
With the anticipated release of Toy Story 4 on June 20th, Buzz and Woody lead a
mission to find and bring back Bo Peep. In this series original, you and your family
will revisit the introduction of Bo Peep & see the rest of the original Toy Story
gang!
JULY 25th Space Jam & 10 Things I Hate
About You.
Space Jam: Who is the real G.O.A.T? Your kids might say LeBron James but with Michael Jordan starring in this 90’s
classic- the debate is on!
For those looking to extend their evening, this date includes a DOUBLE FEATURE for an older crowd
10 Things I Hate About You: Shakespeare was the inspiration behind this High School drama. Kat is an angsty, strong-willed
personality trying to get a grip on romance and her sister who just wants to be one of the crowd.
KIWANIS PARK • AUGUST 16th • Princess Bride
Robin Wright and Cary Elwes star in this quirky, funny fairytale adventure about a beautiful princess and the gallant hero who
rescues her from an evil villain.
Tiger Family Trolley Ride & Picnic
Sunday September 15th 11am-1:30pm
Join us for a ride through Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, The Land of Make Believe! At least, that is what we will be
pretending! Registered families will receive a themed trolley ride through the Village of Brookfield while enjoying
songs and a book reading. The ride will stop at Kiwanis Park where families will enjoy games, themed craft and
a picnic with snacks and beverages. This themed event is not to be missed! Group times indicate your Trolley
DEPARTURE time. Pre-registration is required. Registration Deadline Sept. 6
Kiwanis Park,
Brookfield 8820 Brookfield Ave.
Fee: $14 child (children under 18 months
are FREE) • $10adult
GRP 1: 11 am • GRP 2: 11:40 am
GRP 3: 12:20 pm • GRP 4: 1 pm
Code Time
207001-01 11 am
207001-02 11:40 am
207001-03 12:20 pm
207001-04 1 pm
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Brookfield Recreation Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department
Welcome! The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department
Spring/Summer 2019 is located in the lower level of Village Hall. The department
offers programs & events to help meet the recreation and
leisure needs of all residents, infants through seniors.
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Registration hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Recreation Office: 708-485-1474
Table of Contents Community Recreation Co-ops
Special Events Calendar . . . . . . . . Inside front cover, 1 The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department maintains
a cooperative programming agreement with the Community
Park District of LaGrange Park.
Community Group Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
This co-op will allow residents to participate in LaGrange Park
programs at resident rates. Only programs listed in this book
Youth Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 will receive co-op rates.
Early Childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13 Refund and cancellation policies for Community Park District
of LaGrange apply. For more detailed information on
Youth Art & Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 programs, policies and procedures; please contact the Park
District of LaGrange directly.
Youth General Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18
Parks and Recreation & Special Events
Adult & Senior Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20 Commissions
The appointed commissioners for our two Commission
Committees provide resident input to our Village Board
and the Parks and Recreation Department concerning the
expressed needs and desires of our community residents. The
public is encouraged to attend any meeting in our Village Hall
board room.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meetings:
3rd Tuesday of every month 6:30pm
Special Events Commission Meetings:
1st Tuesday of every month 7pm
SEASPAR
(South East Association for Special Parks and Recreation)
Do you know someone with a disability who would love to
go out, have fun and make new friends? If so, SEASPAR is
the place! Since 1976, SEASPAR has provided year-round
Burial, cremation and pre-planning recreation activities for individuals with physical disabilities
Newly remodeled facility and cognitive delays. SEASPAR serves as an extension of 11
communities and is committed to providing comprehensive
Owned and operated by the Nosek family recreation opportunities. Sports, fitness, social, cultural, art,
camps, special events and trips offer enjoyment for children,
teens and adults.
3847 Prairie Avenue | Brookfield, IL 60513 Go to www.seaspar.org or call 1-630-960-7600 for additional
information.
(708) 485-0214 | www.JohnsonNosek.com
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Village of Brookfield
8820 Brookfield Ave • 708-485-7344 • www.brookfieldil.gov
We’re Here to Serve You!
Village President Parks & Recreation Staff
Kit P. Ketchmark Stevie Ferrari, Director of Parks and
Recreation
Village Clerk Kelly Picton, Early Childhood Instructor/
Brigid Weber Recreation Assistant
Village Trustees Patti Chmura, Early Childhood Instructor/
Ed Cote Recreation Assistant
Ryan Evans Special Events
Michael Garvey
Commission
Nicole Gilhooley Dale Schwer, Chair
David LeClere Shannon Heller
Michelle Ryan Anita Mihelic
Timothy Wiberg, Mary Vyskocil
Village Manager Emily Silzer
David LeClere, Trustee liaison
Parks and Recreation Commission
Kenyon Duner
Maria Kaplan, Chair
Brian Oberhauser
Kim Quilty
Nicole Gilhooley, Trustee liaison
Brookfield Recreation Locations
Municipal Building
8820 Brookfield Avenue
Recreation Hall, Recreation Office and Conference Room
All located on lower level of the Municipal Building
S. E. Gross School Gymnasium
3524 Maple Avenue
Recreation House
4301 Elm Avenue
Water Tower Building
3840 Maple Avenue
Kiwanis Park Creekside Park Harrison Park Madlin Park Maple South Park
8820 Brookfield Avenue Burlington & Grove Aves. 3200 block of Lincoln Ave. between 3900 block of
Harrison Ave. Madison & Raymond Aves. Maple Ave.
Candy Cane Park Ehlert Park
29th & Park Aves. Congress Park & Elm Avenues Madison Park Maple North Park Veterans
4000 block of 3800 Block of Memorial Park
Madison Ave. Maple Ave. Grand Blvd. &
Sunnyside Aves.
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Village of Brookfield
Safe and Proper Usage of Brookfield’s
Playgrounds & Parks
To help keep all users of our playground equipment safe,
be sure to:
• Use all equipment appropriately.
• Children are always to be supervised.
• Use age appropriate playground equipment.
Elhert Pavilion
Athletic Field/Court Usage Permits
No organized team, league, group/organization may utilize any park facility or athletic field/court without a permit allowing
such use. Permits can be obtained in the Brookfield Recreation Department, Monday-Friday 9am – 4:00pm.
No person(s) or group/organization shall bring into the parks any play class, day camp or similarly organized group or
activity of any kind without prior permission from the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department.
Splash Pad
The Ehlert Park Splash Pad will be open May 25 - September 15 (weather permitting)
Hours of Operation: M-F 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Sat.-Sun.: 9am-5pm
The splash pad pavilion is not available for group picnics or party rental.
Skate Park
The Ehlert Park Skate Park will be open April through October each year (weather dependent). Use of the skate park is at
your own risk. The Village of Brookfield will not be held liable for any injuries.
While using the skate park please remember to:
• use the facility responsibly, safely and courteously
• helmets, knee and elbow pads are recommended at all times
• spectators should remain outside the skate park fence
• food and drink should remain outside the skate park fence
• bicycles are not allowed in the skate park
Picnic Pavilions
Picnic pavilions, located in Ehlert and Kiwanis Parks, are available for rental May-October. Permits are required and can be
obtained by contacting the Parks and Recreation Department at 708-485-1527 OR by downloading the application from our
website at brookfieldil.gov and returning, with deposit to the Parks and Recreation office.
Dogs
Village Ordinance allows dogs in the park with the following regulations:
• No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow such dog to run freely in any park or playground in the Village
• No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow such dog to be in any park or playground in the Village unless such dog
remains under control, securely fastened and restrained by a leash not more than eight feet (8’) in length. Dog licenses
and proof of vaccination must be displayed on the dog’s collar
• No person owning or keeping a dog shall allow such dog to enter upon or remain upon any area of the park utilized as an
athletic field, court, children’s play area or posted to prohibit dogs
• Owners or keepers of dogs shall carry appropriate equipment to and shall immediately clean the dog’s waste and
deposit the waste in an appropriate waste receptacle
Brookfield Parks are available for all to enjoy.
Please help us keep them clean and safe.
Thank you!
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Hockey Ice Skating Parties Special Events Skating Camps
Special Offer
Buy a Year-Round Rink Pass
by May 5 and pay only $63!
(Price is $78 starting May 6)
3909 S. Prairie Ave, Brookfield (708) 485-9663 www.sokolspirit.org
Classes For All Ages
Gymnastics & Tumbling
SPIN Classes
Gymnastic Wheel Class
Senior Fitness Classes
Ballet Class
Czech Language Classes
Sokol Spirit has something for everyone!
We host fun social events all year—Oktoberfest, World Beer Club,
Czech history & cultural events, All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti
Dinner & Pancake Breakfasts, and Trivia Night!
Stop by and check out the best deal in town!
For more information & building availability; call 708-485-9663 or email info@sokolspirit.org.
PAUL HRUBY ICE ARENA
What is Sokol Spirit? We are a non-profit organization that has been involved in the community since
1929! This organization has been a guiding force in the promotion of physical fitness for many years. Through-
out the years our programs have evolved to include a wide array of activities that are fun for kids of all ages
(3 to 100+). Through fun after-school classes and programs we promote physical and skill development,
teamwork, leadership and positive self-image. Our goal is to give kids a well-rounded experience that helps
build social skills as well as learn what their talents are.
Don’t forget to follow us on RIDGELAND COMMON RECREATION COMPLEX
415 Lake Street, Oak Park ▲ 708.725.2000 ▲ pdop.org
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Community Information
Art League Brookfield Aging Well
The Brookfield Recreation Art League invites artists to
come enjoy open painting, still life set ups, instructional Community Action Team (CAT)
videos and demonstrations by featured artists. Join the Art
The CAT team meets to address local aging issues by
League on Tuesdays from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm in the lower
implementing programs that help the entire Brookfield
level Recreation Hall of the Brookfield Municipal Building.
community become more elder friendly. Meetings are held
The League does not meet during the months or June, July
the 4th Monday of each month at 9:30 am in the lower level
and August. The fall session begins in September. For more
Recreation Hall of the Brookfield Municipal Building
information contact Virginia Samel at 708-484-4407.
Brookfield Senior Social Club
Garden Club
Senior Social Club meets on Mondays and Fridays from
10:00 am to 1:00 pm to play various games and have a
fun, social opportunity with both old friends and new.
Whether you are new to gardening or an experienced Refreshments are served.
gardener, the Brookfield Garden Club welcomes you!
NEW! We are looking to revitalize our aging community’s
Meetings are held in the lower level Conference Room of
social gatherings and want to hear from you! Do you have an
the Brookfield Municipal Building. Each month the club
idea or fun, social activity you want brought to Brookfield?!
covers a different gardening topic hands on learning,
Call the Parks and Recreation office at 708-485-1527 to
field trips, garden tours. The club also participates in
bring some FUN back to Brookfield!
the Beautification Commission’s Adopt-A Spot program,
beautifying and maintaining the flower beds.
Brookfield Women’s Club
The Women’s Club helps support various department and
organizations in the Village of Brookfield. All ladies are
welcome. Refreshments are served. Help support your MTC ad in recreation.pdf 1 3/5/19 8:26 PM
community! Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each
month, September through June at 6:00 pm in the lower
level Recreation Hall of the Brookfield Municipal Building.
BROOKFIELD
Conservation
Commission
Community Events:
Cook County Animal Control
Vaccine Day KIWANIS PARK FREE canoe rides
Tuesday June 4th 10am-2:45pm EXPLORE the Oak Savanna
MEET live reptiles and fish
Bring your Cats, dogs and ferrets (3months and older)
out to Kiwanis Park for low-cost rabies vaccines and
microchipping. This event is hosted by the cook County
Animal and Rabies Control. NO DEBIT/CREDIT accepted
PAYMENT is by check or cash only! For additional
Saturday, September 14, 2019
information please call708-974-6140 Noon–4:00 p.m.
Rabies Vaccines Kiwanis Park Pavilion
1yr $7 8820 Brookfield Ave. (Behind Brookfield Village Hall), Brookfield, IL
3yr $21 Canoe space is limited and is first come, first served. Children must be at least 3 years old
Ferrets $9 for canoe rides. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sponsored by the Brookfield Conservation Commission.
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CAMP FULL DAY | HALF DAY | TRADITIONAL | SPECIALTY
Kiwanis Camp
Make memories that last a lifetime! Kiwanis Camp
offers children a traditional camp experience
including group games, sports, skits, songs, stories,
swimming, field trips, crafts and team building Fees Resident Non- Deposit
Resident
activities. Please bring a lunch (optional), water bottle
and sunscreen to camp each day. Session 1 (wks. 1-5) 5day (9am - 4pm) $550 $600 $75
No camp July 4.
Session 2 (wks. 6-10) 5day (9am - 4pm) $550 $600 $75
NEW! All registered campers will receive a healthy Regular Hours 5day (9am - 4 pm) $120 $135 $15
lunch and afternoon snack daily. Full summer Menus *price per wk.
will be available prior to June 10th. Regular Hours 3day Flex $90 $105 $15
Camp hours have been adjusted to accommodate (9am - 4pm) *price per wk.
working families. Before/After Camp Price per SESSION $225 $275 NA
Curbside Drop-Off (8:45-9am) & Pick-up Before/After Camp 5day $55 $65 NA
(3:45-4pm) for Regular Day Camp. (7 -9am/4-6pm) *price per wk.
Before/After camp 3day (7- 9am/4- $35 $45 NA
Scholarship opportunities for families in finance need. 6pm) *price per wk.
Themed Days weekly in addition to weekly field trips EARLY BIRD RATES BELOW!
(Must register & Pay IN-FULL by May 22) If a balance remains after May 22, fees
Before & After Camp
will be price adjusted to regular rates. *Early bird rates not available for Before/
After camp
This program is for families who need a little more Regular Hours 5day (9am - 4pm) $110 $125 $15
extended time. Registration includes BOTH before *price per wk.
and after camp. Both before and after care time will Regular Hours 3day Flex (9am - 4pm) $80 $90 $15
include a relaxed, blended age group mix of pre- *price per wk.
selected activities.
Registration The following requires IN-PERSON REGISTRATION at
Village Hall Recreation Dept. 8820 Brookfield Ave. lower
Registration opened in March. It is on a First-come, first-
level M-F 9am-4pm:
served basis until filled.
Deposit payment option for any weeks. *NEW: deposit is
Online registration available for all before/after camp
applied to final weekly balance & is refundable.
options AND if paying IN-FULL ONLY for any camp weeks.
3 Day FLEX option requires IN-PERSON REGISTRATION
AND selecting the days of attendance at the time of
registration.
Week Date Deadline Option Code # 5 Day before/ Option Code # after code
after code 3 Day before
S1 6/10- 7/12 6/5 5day 203019-01 203019-02 NA
S2 7/15- 8/16 7/2 5day 203019-03 203019-04 NA
1 6/10 - 6/14 6/5 5day 203019-05 203019-06 3day Flex 203019-0 203019-08
2 6/17 - 6/21 6/12 5day 203019-09 203019-10 3day Flex 203019-11 203019-12
3 6/24 - 6/28 6/19 5day 203019-13 203019-14 3day Flex 203019-15 203019-16
4 *7/1 - 7/5 6/26 5day 203019-17 203019-18 3day Flex NA NA
5 7/8 - 7/12 7/2 5day 203019-21 203019-22 3day Flex 203019-23 203019-24
6 7/15 - 7/19 7/10 5day 203019-25 203019-26 3day Flex 203019-27 203019-28
7 7/22 - 7/26 7/17 5day 203019-29 203019-30 3day Flex 203019-31 203019-32
8 7/29 - 8/2 7/24 5day 203019-33 203019-34 3day Flex 203019-35 203019-36
9 8/5 - 8/9 7/31 5day 203019-37 203019-38 3day Flex 203019-39 203019-40
10 8/12 - 8/16 8/7 5day 203019-41 203019-42 3day Flex 203019-43 203019-44
8 www.brookfieldil.gov Brookfield Recreation Guide | Spring • Summer 2019CAMP FULL DAY | HALF DAY | TRADITIONAL | SPECIALTY
Budding Brookies
3-4yrs
Creativity and imagination lead campers as they actively engage in their world through arts and crafts, stories, songs,
indoor and outdoor games and water play. Camp activities enhance social skills and ease separation anxiety. Please bring
a water bottle, sunscreen and lunch daily. Pay close attention to the activity calendar and parent notes as there will be days
when campers will be asked to wear their swim gear and bring a towel!
Time: 9am-12pm Fees Resident Non-Resident Deposit
2 Locations:
FULL SESSION 5day $630 $720 $125
Recreation House, 4301 Elm Avenue
5day *price per wk $85 $100 $15
Water Tower Building, 3840 Maple Avenue
3day *price per wk. $65 $80 $15
Week Dates Deadline Day Code Day Code Theme
S1 6/17-8/9 6/12 5day 203001-01 NA
1 6/17 - 6/21 6/12 5day 203001-02 3day 203001-03 On The Farm
2 6/24 - 6/28 6/19 5day 203001-04 3day 203001-05 The Ants Go Marching
3 *7/1 – 7/5 6/26 5day 203001-06 3day NA Stars and Stripes
4 7/8 - 7/12 7/3 5day 203001-08 3day 203001-09 Winter in July
5 7/15 - 7/19 7/10 5day 203001-10 3day 203001-11 Super Science
6 7/22 - 7/26 7/17 5day 203001-12 3day 203001-13 Sports Extravaganza
7 7/29 - 8/2 7/24 5day 203001-14 3day 203001-15 Rockin Robots
8 8/5 - 8/9 7/31 5day 203001-16 3day 203001-17 At the Beach
Teensy Tiny Tots
2-3yrs
This program is for tots who are not quite ready for a half
day program but are ready for some solo adventure time.
Participants will be cared for in a warm, loving environment by
qualified, CPR and First Aid certified staff. Toilet training is not Fees Resident Non-Resident
required, however, parents will be contacted for soiled diapers.
Get ready for tumbling, outside play and water table fun! FULL SESSION 5day $250 $310
Time: 9am-10:30am 5day *price per wk $35 $45
3day, M/W/F 2day, T/TH 3day *price per wk. $20 $40
Week Dates Deadline Day Code Day Code Theme
Session 6/17-8/9 6/12 3day 203002-99 NA
1 6/17 - 6/21 6/12 3day 203002-98 2day 203002-97 Dinosaurs
2 6/24 - 6/28 6/19 3day 203002-96 2day 203002-95 Mess Makers
3 *7/1 – 7/5 6/26 3day 203002-94 2day NA Stars and Stripes
4 7/8 - 7/12 7/3 3day 203002-93 2day 203002-92 At the Zoo
5 7/15 - 7/19 7/10 3day 203002-91 2day 203002-90 Super Science
6 7/22 - 7/26 7/17 3day 203002-89 2day 203002-88 Bubbles
7 7/29 - 8/2 7/24 3day 203002-87 2day 203002-86 Movers and Groovers
8 8/5 - 8/9 7/31 3day 203002-85 2day 203002-84 At The Beach
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Chess Camp | 5-12yrs Track & Field Camp | 6-14yrs
This week long summer camp is designed for both beginner Coaches will focus on teaching sprints, hurdles, jumps,
and experienced young players. All participants will distance running and throws in a safe and fundamental way.
learn cool new strategies at the appropriate level from a Program consists of body balance techniques including
renowned Chess Scholars coach. Each class will consist of speed, quickness and agility drills that will help produce
a fun interactive teaching period and guided practice time. a safer more powerful performer. A wide variety of timed
There will also be a chess competition with prizes! Each events will take place each day, with an event championship
camper will take home a chess set and an award. Please series on the final day.
bring your own snacks. This program is instructed by Chess
Location: LaGrange Park, Yena Park, 29th and Harrison Aves
Scholars.
Instructor: Kids First Sports
Location: LaGrange Park, 1501 Barnsdale Rd
Min. Max: 2/7 Code Date Days Time
Age: 5-12yrs 202029-01 6/17-6/20 M-TH 9am-12pm
Program Fee: $126R/$136NR
Code Dates Days/Time
201021-10 July 22-26 M-F 9am-12pm
Program Fee: $141R/$151NR Flag Football Camp | 6-14yrs
This camp will focus on teaching football safety,
fundamentals and skills. This includes techniques per
position, blocking, tackling, football awareness and
Kids First Basketball Camp | 6-14yrs sportsmanship. Class will conclude with a flag football
game. Players will gain a greater understanding of health,
This camp will offer techniques on shooting, dribbling,
fitness and nutrition for developing strength, giving them a
passing, speed and quickness, body balance, floor spacing,
competitive edge.
safety awareness and sportsmanship through skill contests
and game play. Players will learn new basketball skills and Location: LaGrange Park, Yena Park, 29th and Harrison Aves
safety through fundamental coaching that will make them Instructor: Kids First Sports
game ready.
Location: LaGrange Park, Memorial Park, 132 Oak Ave Code Dates Days Time
(meet by sand volleyball courts)
202030-01 6/24-6/27 M-TH 9am-12pm
Min./Max: 3/10 Program Fee: $126R/$136NR
Code Dates Days Time
202033-11 8/5-8/8 M-TH 9am-12pm Kids First Sand Volleyball | 7-14 yrs
Program Fee: $126R/$136NR This camp provides drills for serving, bumping, setting,
spiking, techniques on speed and quickness along with first
step directional movements, volleyball safety awareness
and sportsmanship. Trained coaches will plan strategic FUN
Multiple Sports Camp | 6-14yrs preparation drills and games that will increase skills and
Experienced coaches will teach a different sport each day safety through fundamentals.
from baseball, soccer, flag football, kick ball and dodge
Location: LaGrange Park, Memorial Park, 132 Oak Avenue
ball, allowing them the chance to experience if they like it.
(meet by the sand volleyball courts)
General rules of the sport will be explained, including safety
and fundamental demonstrations. The game each day will Instructor: Kids First Sports
start once the coach feels everyone understands the game.
Location: LaGrange Park, Yena Park, 29th & Harrison Aves Code Dates Day Time
Instructor: Kids First Sport 202030-01 7/8-7/11 M-TH 9:45am-11am
Program Fee: $126R/$136NR
Code Session Dates/Days Time
202026-01 1 6/10-6/13 M-TH 9am-12pm
Program Fee: $126R/$136NR
202026-02 2 8/12-8/15 M-TH 9am-12pm
Program Fee: $126R/$136NR
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Tots Prep 2019-2020 School Year
Our Tots Prep program is for children ages 3 and 4 years old. The curriculum is designed to develop the social, emotional
and cognitive development of each of our early learners. All children will participate in activities via indoor and outdoor
exploration. Both of our facilities host a park and/or large green space. We use learning tools like Jolly Phonics, a synthetic
phonics method of teaching the letter sounds in a way that is fun and multi-sensory, enabling children to develop toward
becoming fluent readers. We strive to follow standards and benchmarks in curriculum instruction.
Children must be 3 & 4 years of age for their respective programs by September 1, 2019. All children need to be toilet
trained.
A refundable $125 is required at time of registration for the 2019-2020 school year
Tots Prep Program Locations
Recreation House: 4301 Elm Avenue
Water Tower Building: 3840 Maple Avenue
Tuition payments are split into easy monthly payments Sep-May
Program Days Times Full tuition
3yrs. Old Tues| Thurs 9-11am $610R/$727NR
4yrs. old Mon| Wed| Fri. 9-11:30am $1132R/$1537NR
Broadway Boomers | 3-5yrs Baby Tunes | Birth-12months
Fun, silliness and spontaneity includes games, scenes and Music is one of the most fun and natural ways to bond a
familiar characters to tickle your funny bone. A wonderful parent and child! Songs, poems, games, and playing of
introduction to the performing arts using costumes, props basic percussion instruments are all part of this 35-minute
and music. A mini performance from classic children’s tales class. Activities will increase your child’s curiosity about
will be presented the last day of class. music, develop listening skills and sense of beat, and
establish a foundation for singing and musical thought.
Location: Rec. Center. LaGrange Park 1501 Barnsdale Rd.
Bouncing songs, rocking songs, wiggle and peek-a-boo
Instructor: D. Hamilton • Min./Max: 3/5 games are featured. Class is designed for child and adult to
participate together. No Class week of July 1st
Code Dates/Day Time Fee:
201030-01 6/10-7/15/M 1-1:50pm $31R/$41NR Instructor: Miss Angie
Location: Rec Center LaGrange Park, 1501 Barnsdale Rd.
Code Session Dates/Day Time
201049-01 1 6/18-7/30 Tues 9-9:35am
Fee: $57R$67NR
201049-02 2 6/21-8/2 Fri 9-9:35am
Fee: $57R$67NR
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Adult & Tot T-Ball | 2-3yrs w/ parent
Parents can enjoy America’s favorite pastime with their
child. Young children will develop motor skills while having
fun throwing, catching, batting and base running like the big
kids. Parents and their little athletes will enjoy making new
friends and working together to learn the basics of game
play in this exciting class! No class on July 1.
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Code # DayDates Times
201002-01 Mon Jun 10-Jul 8 5:15-6pm
Fee: $28R/$38NR
Lil Pint Soccer | 4-6 yrs 201002-02 Mon Jul 15-Aug 5 5:15-6pm
The fundamentals of soccer will be taught in this mini- Fee: $28R/$38NR
camp. Children will enhance their soccer skills in a non-
competitive environment where teamwork, participation Tot Track, Field & Fitness | 3-5yrs
and good sportsmanship are stressed. Both boys and girls This unique class combines stretching, movement, and
with an interest in playing soccer are encouraged to join this other fitness concepts with running, jumping, throwing
program. A “game” will be played at the end of each class. and other skills used in track and field. Hula hoops, jump
Camp is held outside, please bring a water bottle each ropes, parachutes, soft balls and frisbees, hurdles and other
day. In the event of rain, class will be made up the following equipment help us guide through fitness activities and track
Thursday. Instructed by SportsRus and field events in a safe environment. Session concludes
with a track and field meet on the last day of class. No class
Location: Memorial Park, 132 Oak Ave, LaGrange Park on July 1.
(meet by the sand volleyball courts) • Min./Max: 5/10
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
Code Session Dates/Days Time Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
202023-01 1 6/14-7/12/Fridays 11:30am-12:15pm
Code # DayDates Times Fee
Fee:$54R/$64NR 201004-01 Mon/Jun 10-Jul 8 6-6:45pm $28R/$38NR
202023-02 2 7/19-8/16/Fridays 11:30am-12:15pm 201004-02 Mon/Jul 15-Aug 5 6-6:45pm $28R/$38NR
Fee: $54R/$64NR
Kidnastics | 3-4yrs
Bumper Bowling | 4-6yrs Boys and girls will learn the basics of gymnastics in a safe
Every participant is guaranteed to knock down a pin or two and well-equipped environment. Children can improve
without a chance of a gutter ball. This is a great way to learn coordination and help develop self-confidence, strength,
to bowl and have fun doing it. Fee includes shoe rental. flexibility and balance. No class on July 2.
Instructor: D. Floto Location: Brookfield, Municipal Building, lower level
Location: Eden Lanes Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Code Dates/Day Time Fee Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
202027-01 6/12-7/10/Wed 10-11am $42R/$52NR 201017-01 Tue/Jun 11-Jul 9 5-5:45pm $28R/$38NR
Tot Tennis | 3-5yrs 201017-02 Tue/Jul 16-Aug 6 5-5:45pm $28R/$38NR
Your child will learn proper grip, basic strokes, and other Adult & Tot Kidnastics
beginning tennis fundamentals through lots of fun drills
and tennis-like games. This class also will help children to 2-3yrs w/ adult
develop hand-eye coordination, movement skills, and get Toddlers can develop body awareness, balance, flexibility,
a feel for the ball. Equipment will be provided and age and coordination while having fun doing gymnastics.
appropriate. No class on July 1. Parents assist with skills in a safe and caring environment.
No class on July 2.
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Location: Brookfield, Municipal Building, lower level
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Code# Day/Dates Times
201001-01 Mon/Jun 10-Jul 8 4:30-5:15pm Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
Fee: $28R/$38NR 201018-01 Tue/Jun 11-Jul 9 5:45-6:15pm $19R/$38NR
201001-02 Mon/Jul 15-Aug 5 4:30-5:15pm 201018-02 Tue/Jul 16-Aug 6 5:45-6:15pm $19R/$38NR
Fee: $28R/$38NR
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Adult & Tot Soccer | 2-3yrs w/ adult It’s an Artsy World | 3-4yrs
Parents or any significant adult will enjoy time with their This class is a perfect introduction to art. We will do free
toddlers learning the skills, moves and joy of playing art and projects with a variety of supplies including glue,
America’s most popular youth sport! This class is the pipe cleaners, glitter, paints and more! We will also include
perfect introduction to soccer for children. Emphasis will group crafts throughout the summer. All art work will go
be on the basic skills of soccer such as dribbling, passing, home with participant.
and shooting, all in a fun and relaxed environment. Age
Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
appropriate drills, games, and equipment will be used to
help tots learn these skills as well as develop motor skills, Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
coordination, balance and listening and social skills. Adults 201003-02 Friday/6/14-7/19 1-1:50pm $40R/$50NR
will enjoy playing alongside and assisting their youngsters
as they get their first taste of soccer fun! No class on July 6. Summer Shakers 3-4yrs
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park Dance and sing to your favorite tunes! Play imagination
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff games, dance to music with props like scarves, hula hoops,
shakers and more! Participants will also work on classroom
Code # DayDates Times Fee skills such as following directions, listening and working
201020-01 Sat/Jun 15-Jul 13 9-9:45am $28R/$38NR with others.
201020-02 Sat/Jul 20-Aug 10 9-9:45am $28R/$38NR Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
Multi-Sport Mania | 3-6yrs Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
Let’s play! Your child explores the wide world of sports 201002-01 Thursday/6/13-7/18 1-1:50pm $37R/$47NR
as they participate in a different sport each week, such as
t-ball, tennis, golf, lacrosse and soccer. Children get a lot STEAM CAMP | 3-5yrs
of practice with skills through creative and fun drills and What is “STEAM”?! SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
games. Don’t miss out on the fun! No class on July 6. ENGINEERING, ARTS & MATH. Your little camper will have
hands-on activities on all of these topic themes. Each
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park participant will receive a lab coat and safety googles. The
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff group will explore the many facets of STEAM combined
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee in different ways. Everyday will include an experiment, art
project and incorporation of nature in new ways to teach
201022-01 Sat/Jun 15-Jul 13 9:45-10:30am $28R/$38NR
that STEAM is all around us! Highlight experiments include:
201022-02 Sat/Jul 20-Aug 10 9:45-10:30am $28R/$38NR rocket ships, Cloud in a Bottle, Rainbow Flowers, Caterpillar
plants, Soda explosion, potato battery and MORE!
1-2-3 Play with Me | 2.5-3yrs
Help your child get ready for preschool. Independence Location: Water Tower 3840 Maple Ave.
and socialization are emphasized. This class is a nice Instructor: Miss Patti
introduction to structured play in a group setting where Code # Dates/Days Time Fee
children can learn to share with new friends.
203003-01 July 15-19/M-F 12-3:30pm $80R/$95NR
Instructor: LaGrange Park Staff
Location: Rec Center LaGrange Park, 1501 Barnsdale Rd.
Code Dates/Day Time Fee
201060-01 6/11-7/16/Tues 8:45-9:30am $41R/$51NR
Parent & Me Fun With Football
3-5 w/adult
Enjoy Nerf football with your son or daughter. Along with
our accomplished coaches, you will help the little athletes
learn the proper form and technique of catching, throwing,
center skills, hand-offs, kick-offs and more.
No class on July 6.
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
201025-01 Sat/Jun 15-Jul 13 10:30-11:15am $28R/$38NR
201025-02 Sat/Jul 20-Aug 10 10:30-11:15am $28R/$38NR
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Art for Kids: Summer Edition!
Come enjoy art classes using a variety of mediums that encourage creative exploration! Students will work on projects
using clay, paper mache, printmaking, collage, painting, and drawing. Projects include photograms, nature collages, t-shirt
design, drawing with charcoal, ink, pastels, making torn paper collages, working with clay, wire, wood, cardboard, watercolor
painting, acrylic on canvas, and more. Have a great time working with different materials in this fun class where creativity and
enthusiastic self expression are embraced! No Class July 1st.
Location: Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave.
Ages: 5and up
Instructor: Jenine Clevenger, Dragonfly Art & Yoga
Code # Day Dates Times Fee
201024-01 M Jun 17-Jul 29 4-5pm $60R/$70NR
Art in the Park Summer Series:
Tour our Brookfield Parks while being
instructed on different art projects and Painting the Trees! Rock Art! Walking Sticks
activities. Each event will be themed and Summer Sky Mixed media Paint flat rocks Wednesday July 31
cover a variety of art mediums taught by Location: Ehlert Park
with Clouds vertical and stack
Jenine Clevenger of Dragonfly Art & Yoga. Make your own
and Wind! paintings on rocks to make
Come express yourself and enjoy a beautiful walking sticks using
outdoor art experience! This program is for
Wednesday June 12 canvas of trees an outdoor paint and wire,
Location: Kiwanis
parents and children alike. Pre-registration is Park Wednesday June 26 sculpture beads, and feathers!
Location: Wednesday July 17 Join us for a fun and
required, THEMES Below: Painting and printing Maple North Park Location: relaxing time in the
in the park! Paint Candy Cane Park park!
Instructor: Jenine Clevenger, a colorful wash
Draw with charcoal
Dragonfly Art and Yoga and use paint to In this exciting
onto a canvas using
create a tall tree on class we will create
different colors of
Code # Day/Dates Times watercolor in spray
a canvas banner that beautiful paintings
will use an actual on flat rocks. We will
201024-02 W/June 12 9-10am bottles and paint the
tree branch at the also create stacked
wind using acrylics!
top as a hanging rod!
Fee: $12R/$17NR We will paint and
Observe the trees
rock sculptures. All
print clouds using the art can be used
201024-03 W/June 26 9-10am crumpled paper
and freely interpret in outdoor gardens!
their beauty as you
Fee: $12R/$17NR and foil, then use
wish in this creative
string dipped in
outdoor class!
201024-04 W/July 17 9-10am glue to finish off
These can be actual
with textured cloud
Fee: $12R/$17NR shapes.
representations of
trees or students can
201024-05 W/July 31 9-10am use trees as an idea
to spring from.
Fee: $12R/$17NR
Rec Garage Band
Wednesdays: 6 - 8pm
Wednesdays, June 12 - July 17
Location: 8820 Brookfield Ave, in the “REC Garage”
This is a weekly drop-in program designed to give
youth ages 12-17 a place to practice with their band,
meet up with other fellow musicians, learn new skills,
jam out with friends or meet new people.
DON’T FORGET: Battle of the Bands Brookfield is
Sunday, July 21st! Signed parent/guardian waivers
are required for paerticipation.
BRING YOUR OWN INSTRUMENTS! This a Village of
Brookfield supervised program.
For more details, call 708-485-1527
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TEEN BEECH
MUSICAL CAMP
Join the Children’s Theater Co. for a fun-filled musical
theater camp culminating in a final performance! This camp
provides children an opportunity to explore a wide variety
of performing arts in an environment of encouragement
and support. Boost your camper’s confidence with activities
including improv, vocal and dance workshops. Go behind
the scenes and discover the world of art and set design,
costuming and stage make-up. Students will learn the basics
of vocal technique, choreography and acting while working
together to produce a performance for family and friends.
This camp is a great way for young artists to develop their
talents, foster self-confidence and grow in social skills and
team building.
Campers will be provided a healthy lunch and afternoon
snack daily (optional). Please bring a refillable water bottle
and morning snack.
Before and After Care can be included in your registration!
We will provide supervision for early drop off 7-8am and
4pm-6pm, if needed. Just indicate you will be attending on
your registration form.
See your young actors talents on the Kiwanis Band Shell
stage at 5:30pm prior to the Friday Night Concert on Friday
June 28th!
Location: Brookfield Municipal Building, lower level
Instructor: Children’s Theater Company
Code # Ages Day Dates Times Fee
201024-02 2nd-8th gr M-F 6/24-6/28 8-4 pm $325R/$395NR
Art and Yoga Workshops | 5yrs and up
Enjoy a playful and relaxing yoga class with yoga asanas, yoga games, guided relaxation, with a short meditation. Kids will
build strength, flexibility, and learn relaxation techniques! The second half of class will focus on mixed media art projects
that encourage creative exploration and exposure to different kinds of art making! We will use charcoal with acrylic and
watercolor paint, make wire and wood sculptures, paint and emboss on meta.
Location: Brookfield Municipal Building, lower level
June 5 • Draw using charcoal, paint drawing with acrylic and watercolor.
June 19 • Make a sculpture with wood and wire
July 24 • Create artwork on metal using sharpie, and paint. Emboss and etch.
Instructor: Jenine Clevenger, Dragonfly Art and Yoga
Code # Day Dates Times Fee
201024-06 W June 5 9:30-10:30am $16R/$21NR
201024-07 W June 19 9:30-10:30am $16R/$21NR
201024-08 W July 24 9:30-10:30am $16R/$21NR
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Bowling | 7-13yrs Spanish for Children 5yrs-| 6-7yrs |
Join us for a morning of strikes and spares at Eden Lanes. 8-10yrs
Kids will have a ball playing this very fun activity. Fee
Spanish is a fun and useful second language for children.
includes shoe rental.
Learn to speak Spanish through songs, games and stories
Location: Westchester, Eden Lanes, 10159 W. Cermak Rd and explore a different culture. 6-7yrs: This course is based
Instructor: D. Floto on learning grammar and pronunciation through songs and
activities. Children will learn basic words and vocabulary,
Code # Day Dates Times Fee including animals, family members, body parts and much
202028-01 Wed 6/12-7/10 10-11am $50R/$60NR more. 8-10yrs: Hola! Como estas? Are you ready to explore
a new country? We will learn useful words and phrases and
Gentle Family Yoga | 6yrs and up w/ lots of interaction with traditional games and music. This
Parent class will conclude with a Fiesta!
Come enjoy a gentle yoga class with your kids! Begin Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
centering through quiet and breathing, then move through
a series of asanas, enjoy a few yoga games or partner poses, Code # Age Day/Dates Times
finish with guided relaxation and meditation. Enjoy some 201016-01 5yrs Mon/6/10-7/15 1-1:50pm
time with family while quieting the mind, and strengthening Fee: $38R/$48NR
the body. 201016-02 6-7yrs Tues/6/11-7/16 1-1:50pm
Instructor: Jenine Clevenger, Dragon Fly Art & Yoga Fee: $38R/$48NR
Location: Brookfield Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave. 201016-03 8-10yrs Th/6/13-7/18 1-1:50pm
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee Fee: $40R/$50NR
201024-09 Sat/July 27 8:30-9:15am $16R/$21NR Woodworks 10-12yrs
201024-10 Mon\Sep 23 5:45-6:30pm $16R/$21NR Join us for four fun-filled mornings of building and creating!
We will learn and work with a variety of woods and finishes.
Fizz! Bubble! Pop! 8-10yrs Drilling, latches and hinges are some of the tools we will
Grab your lab coat and goggles and come prepared for work with. Completed projects will be made to take home.
some awesome hands-on experiments. We’ll explore, Safety will be stressed, and safety goggles are provided.
experiment and create during our six weeks together! All Tools are hand tools.
allergies should be written at the time of registration.
Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
201034-01 M-TH/7/22-7/25 12:15-1:30pm $47R/$57NR
201032-01 Mon/6/10-7/15 1-1:50pm $45R/$55NR
Nature in my Neighborhood 5-7yrs
Did you know there is amazing nature all around you right
now? Learn how to find fascinating wildlife and plants in
your neighborhood from a Cook County Master Naturalist.
This indoor and outdoor camp teaches kids identification
skills while nurturing their instinct to connect with the nature
around them! No Class July 4
Location: Recreation Center of LaGrange Park
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
201004-01 Thu 6/13-7/18 1-1:50pm $43R/$53NR
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Cheerleading | 6-11yrs Beginning Tumbling
Enjoy the physical fitness, self-confidence and fun that Start out learning the proper way to perform rolls,
cheerleading skills and up-to-date dance routines with pom- handstands, and cartwheels. This class is a great
pons can provide. In the event of rain, class will be canceled introduction to tumbling, and it opens the door to
gymnastics possibilities. No class on July 2.
Instructor: D. Floto
Location: LaGrange Park, Robinhood Park, 30th and Location: Brookfield, Municipal Building, lower level
Robinhood Lane Ages: 7-10 years
(meet on Multipurpose Court) Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Code # Dates Time: Fee Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
202025-01 6/10-7/8 10-11am $28R/$38NR 202052-01 Tue/Jun 11-Jul 9 7-7:45pm $28R/$38NR
Kids First Basketball | 7-13yrs 202052-02 Tue/Jul 16-Aug 6 7-7:45pm $28R/$38NR
This program will offer techniques on shooting, dribbling,
passing, speed and quickness, body balance, floor spacing,
Instructional T-Ball
safety awareness and sportsmanship through skill contests The focus of this program is on helping your child enhance
and game play. Players will learn new basketball skills and batting, throwing, catching, and base running skills. The
safety through fundamental coaching that will make them first two weeks consist of skills training sessions to introduce
game ready. the participants to the program. The last two weeks are
dedicated to enhancing these skills through drills and game
Location: LaGrange Park: Memorial Park play. Keep up your t-ball skills with this wonderful youth
Code # Days/Date Time Fee program! No class on July 4.
202009-01 M-TH/6/13-7/11 3-4pm $64R/$74NR Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
202009-02 M-TH/7/18-8/8 3-4pm $64R/$74NR Ages: 3-5 years
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Youth Lacrosse
Join us in playing the oldest and fastest growing team sport Code # DayDates Times Fee
in North America. Lacrosse is sweeping the nation and the 202053-01 Thu/Jun 13-Jul 11 4-4:45pm $28R/$38NR
Chicago suburbs. Get in on this game that will continue
202053-02 Thu/Jul 18-Aug 8 4-4:45pm $28R/$38 NR
to grow in schools. The class will cover various lacrosse
techniques, including cradling, scooping, passing, catching, Youth Archery
shooting, and goalie skills. Lacrosse sticks and balls will be Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow
provided. No class on July 1. and recurve bow, the basics of using a recurve bow,
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park and fundamental shooting skills in an extremely safe
environment. They also will learn and excellent, nationally
Ages: 6-10 years
recognized beginner’s 9-step to the 10 ring progression
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff which was created by the Coaches Development Committee
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee of the National Archery Association. Blunt tipped arrows,
202050-01 Mon/Jun 10-Jul 8 6:45-7:45pm $37R/$47NR bows, and targets are provided. No class on July 4.
202050-02 Mon/Jul 15-Aug 5 6:45-7:45pm $37R/$47NR Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff
Junior Gymnastics
Age-appropriate maneuvers for bar, floor, low balance Code # Age Day/Dates Times
beam, and vault will be introduced. Boys and girls will learn 202054-01 7-10 Thu/Jun 13-Jul 11 5-5:45pm
basic movements for each event in a safe environment. No Fee $28R/$38NR
class on July 2.
202054-02 7-10 Thu/Jul 18-Aug 8 5-5:45pm
Location: Brookfield, Municipal Building, lower level Fee $28R/$38NR
Ages: 5-6 years
202054-03 11-14 Thu/Jun 13-Jul 11 5:45-6:30pm
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Fee $28R/$38NR
Code # DayDates Times Fee 202054-04 11-14 Thu/Jul 18-Aug 8 5:45-6:30pm
202051-01 Tue/Jun 11-Jul 9 6:15-7pm $28R/$38NR Fee $28R/$38NR
202051-02 Tue/Jul 16-Aug 6 6:15-7pm $28R/$38NR
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Family Archery | 6 and up w/ adult Kids First Baseball | 5-12yrs
*Adult Archery available, see Adult programs This program will prepare and challenge all players with
fun competitive drills to help develop skills and maximize
You and your family members will meet new friends while
player potential. Proven fundamental baseball techniques
learning the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, the basics
will be used in batting, fielding, pitching, base running and
of using a bow and the fundamental shooting skills in
throwing.
an extremely safe environment. You will also learn the
nationally recognized beginner’s 9-step to the 10 ring Location: LaGrange Park, Yena Park, 29th & Harrison Aves
progression method which was created by the National Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
Archery Association. Blunt tipped arrows, bows and targets
are provided. 202007-01 TH/6/13-7/11 1-2pm $64R/$74NR
*Fee includes 1 adult and 1 child. No class on July 4. 202007-02 TH/7/18-8/8 1-2pm $64R/$74NR
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park Youth Sand Volleyball | 8-13yrs
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff Bump, set, SPIKE! These and other skills are learned in this
Code # Day/Dates/Times Fee class for both boys and girls. This class starts off with the
basic skills and will advance week-to-week accordingly.
202055-01 Thu/Jun 13-Jul 11/6:30-7:15pm $42R/$52NR Teamwork, participation and good sportsmanship are top
202055-02 Thu/Jul 18-Aug 8/6:30-7:15pm $42R/$52NR priorities! A “game” is played at the end of each class. In the
event of rain, class will be made up the following Thursday.
Start Smart Golf | 5-8yrs
Location: LaGrange Park, Memorial Park, 132 Oak Ave
This class is a fun way for children to learn the lifelong game
of golf. Boys and girls will receive golf swing instruction (meet at the sand volleyball courts)
for all aspects of the game including full swing, pitching, Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
chipping and putting. Creative games played in a non-
202014-01 Friday/6/14-7/12 10:30-11:30am $64R/$74NR
competitive and safe environment make this a super-fun
class for young golfers. Equipment will be provided. No 202014-02 Friday/7/19-8/16 10:30-11:30am $64R/$74NR
class on July 6.
Flag Football | 7-9yrs
Location: Brookfield, Ehlert Park A good old American classic! If you don’t want to wear
Instructor: SportsKids Inc. Staff helmet and pads, then this is the program for you. We will
Code # Day/Dates Times use junior size footballs and flags just right for grabbing.
Enjoy the sport of football as we learn how to pass, catch
202056-01 Sat/Jun 15-Jul 13 11:15am-12pm and use teamwork to our advantage. This is a non-contact
Fee $28R/$38NR sport. In the event of rain, class will be made up on the
202056-02 Sat/Jul 20-Aug 10 11:15am-12p following Thursday.
Fee $28R/$38NR Location: LaGrange Park, Memorial Park, 132 Oak Ave
(meet at sand volleyball courts)
Kids First Track & Field | 5-14yrs Code # Day/Dates Times Fee
Run with a SMILE! Coaches will focus on teaching sprints,
hurdles jumps, distance running and throws in a safe and 202013-01 Friday/6/14-7/12 9:30-10:30am $64R/$74NR
fundamental way. The program consists of body balance 202013-02 Friday/7/19-8/16 9:30-10:30am $64R/$74NR
techniques including speed, quickness and agility drills. A
wide variety of timed events will take place each day with an RBFC Soccer Camp 5-6yrs | 7-9yrs
event championship series on the final day. No class 7/4 The Riverside Brookfield Futball Club is bringing their
skills to our youngest players. Whether your child is a
Location: LaGrange Park, Yena Park
dedicated player or just trying out the sport- this camp
Instructor: Kids First Sports
offers something for everyone. RBFC creates age & skill
Code # Day/Dates Times Fee appropriate activities while adding a little bit of camp fun.
202006-01 TH/6/13—7/11 2-3pm $64R/$74NR RBFC coaches teach the fundamentals of soccer, cultivate
teamwork and aim for excellence & fun! Your child will
202006-02 TH/7/18-8/8 2-3pm $64R/$74NR get to be coached by dedicated leaders in the travel club
programs including RB athletes who will be on hand as role
models and coaches!
Location: Ehlert Park
Instructor: RBFC Staff
Code # Age Dates/Days Time
20300-01 5-6yrs June 17-21/M-F 8-9:30am
20300-02 7-9yrs June 17-21/M-F 10am-12pm
Fee: $105R/$120NR
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Coed Friday Night Sand Volleyball
We will offer recreational play for adults age 18 and older. This recreational league plays without officials and players make
calls on the honor system. The format for this co-ed league will be 6 vs. 6. Games are held between 6:30 and 9:30 pm.
Team rosters may have up to 20 players. League play for this 10-game regular season is tentatively scheduled to begin the
first week of June. The season concludes with a tournament and invite to our “Cup in Hand” Special event (Adult Kickball
night)
Teams may register at the Parks and Recreation office 8820 Brookfield Ave. on a first-come, first-served basis until all slots
are filled. Register as soon as possible to reserve your spot.
At the time of registration the full amount is due as well as a preliminary team roster, including names and addresses of all
team members.
Location: Kiwanis Park, Sand Volleyball
Code # Day Dates Times Fee (per team)
205099-01 W 6/5-8/14 6:30-9:30pm $130R
Adult Programming
We are proud to be partnered with Interfaith Community Partners!
Need a ride to one of our programs? Just give them a call!
Interfaith Community Partners is a non-profit organization that provides rides to older adults
to their medical, dental, and therapy appointments and life-enhancing errands such as the
grocery store, bank, hairdresser or recreation programming. Volunteer drivers accompany
people 60 and better and stay with them during their appointments. Call 708-354-9328 to
become a client.
Volunteer drivers needed in Brookfield. Can you spare an hour or two per week to drive an
older adult to their medical appointment or the grocery store? We’re looking for Brookfield
residents to drive people to places like Park District programs as well. To request a volunteer
application and background check authorization form, please call the ICP office at 708-354-
9328. All volunteers are trained by ICP staff and they work around your busy schedule.
CANTATA PRESENTS:
Senior presentations will be provided by Cantata every 3rd Monday of the Month June-
November 2019 in the Village Hall. Snacks and beverages will be provided by the Parks and
Recreation Department
June 17th 10:30am September 16th 10:30am
Trade, Trash, or Treasure We’ll help you take back control Health care basics and Medicare navigate your way
of your home by giving helpful insight on how you can sort through Medicare with our interactive, easy-to-follow
through many years of accumulation and eliminate clutter approach that goes over the basics of this complex system
for good! and touches on important health care need-to-knows.
July 15th 10:30am October 21st 10:30am
Vertical Planning for a Medical Event Minimize the potential Home Safety Determine the steps you can take to success-
for emergency chaos with some thoughtful planning and fully age in place by acquiring tips and tools for home
background of what needs to be implemented behind the maintenance, modifications, and safety
scenes.
November 18th 10:30am
August 19th 10:30am The Golden Years A humorous take on the facts vs. fiction of
Post hospitalization learn the differences between various aging and how to get the most out of your years by utilizing
post-hospitalization options like home health, non-medical your mind, diet, and exercise!
home care, rehabs and what takes place at each
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