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Village of Hinsdale PARKS AND RECREATION
WINTER/SPRING
2020
PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE
Registration begins December 9
for residents and non-residents.
Photo taken by 1st place Summer 2019 Photo Contest Winner Stacey Lynn in Burns Field Park
Village of Hinsdale | PARKS & RECREATION
Letter From The Superintendent
Dear Hinsdale Residents,
Fall in Hinsdale is coming to an end and with it the finalization of a number of Parks & Recreation
projects! Most notably, this fall the new Pickleball courts opened at Brook Park, and are already in
high demand; Peirce park
tennis and basketball courts
were refinished, and will be
beautiful for spring play;
and the installation of the
new park benches at Burns
Field, Robbins Park, Memorial
Grounds, and Highland
Board of Park were completed, with
more benches to come in
Trustees 2020! If you are interested
Thomas Cauley in sponsoring a new bench,
- Village President please contact me to discuss
Trustees the options!
• Scott Banke Winter is on its way, but
• Neale Byrnes that doesn’t mean you have
• Laurel Haarlow to limit your recreational
• Gerald J. Hughes activities! Take a moment to
review the program offerings;
• Matthew Posthuma
signing up for a program is Brook Park Pickleball Courts Grand Opening
• Luke Stifflear great way to start the New
Year! Want something outdoors? Try skating or Platform tennis! Weather permitting, the annual
Hinsdale ice rinks will be available at Burns Field and Melin Park. Platform Tennis is also available through the
Parks and Hinsdale Platform Tennis Association; check out www.hinsdalepaddle.com for more information!
Recreation Try out one of our new classes! We are offering a bevy of new programs for all ages, including nature-
Commission based, S.T.E.A.M., coding, app-development, sports, teen trips, adult classes and many more! If you
Alice Waverley have a program idea or would like to see a new offering, please reach out and let staff know.
- Chairman Finally, special events for the winter/spring season include the annual Egg Hunt, Earth Day clean-up,
• Darren Baker and the new Corks and Forks Event with Hinsdale Wine Academy at The Lodge!
• Chris Boruff Don’t forget to submit your photos to any of our social media accounts or via email with the hashtag
• John George #FallingforHinsdaleParks, you could be our next brochure cover! Make this year’s resolution getting
involved with parks & recreation!
• Heather Hester
• Steve Keane Best wishes to all of you for a happy and healthy new year!
• Gregory Moore
Sincerely,
Heather Bereckis
Superintendent of Parks & Recreation
Registration information is on page 32.
Rainout Line information is on page 39.
Visit the Village of Hinsdale’s Website at www.villageofhinsdale.org for up-to-date information, including
Parks and Recreation information about Pool and Recreation Programs, Special Events, seasonal employment
opportunities and meetings. You can e-mail the Parks and Recreation Department at
parkrec@villageofhinsdale.org.
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Village of Hinsdale | PARKS & RECREATION
Table of Contents
Page Page Page
Adult Programs Registration Information Taekwondo..................................................... 31
Strategies for College Program Registration Form.......................... 41 T-Ball League..................................................27
Application Success • NEW..................... 36 Registration Policies......................................40
Archery • NEW.............................................. 35
Youth Programs
Special Events Acting Classes................................................ 10
Ballroom Dance............................................. 35
Easter Egg Hunt............................................... 6 Art Classes...................................................... 12
Billiards........................................................... 35
Lodge Open House • NEW............................5 Beginning Guitar............................................ 16
CPR.................................................................. 34
Park Clean Up Day.......................................... 6 Beginning Voice.............................................. 16
Fit4Mom......................................................... 33
Photo Contest.................................................. 9 Chess Classes................................................. 14
Karate............................................................. 36
Corks and Forks • NEW..................................7 Coding............................................................. 17
Line Dancing • NEW..................................... 35
Computer Explorers....................................... 16
Men’s Softball..................................................37
Pickleball • NEW........................................... 36
Teen Programs Dance Classes................................................ 18
Babysitter Training......................................... 17 Gymnastics..................................................... 13
Pilates............................................................. 34
Photography................................................... 19 The Incredible Edible
Prime Time A+................................................ 33
Humane Society Volunteer Trip.................... 19 Icee Experience • NEW............................. 16
Platform Tennis.............................................. 38
Teen Trips • NEW.......................................... 19 Jr. Firefighters.................................................. 12
Sit & Get Fit..................................................... 34
Kid/Tot Rock.................................................... 10
Suburban Adult Athletic League • NEW.....37
Magic Classes................................................. 14
Taekwondo ................................................... 36 Youth Athletic Programs Manners Academy • NEW...................... 10, 15
Yoga Classes • NEW.................................... 33 5 Star Soccer.................................................. 29
Nature Programs • NEW.......................... 11, 15
Archery........................................................... 24
Community Information Red Cross Classes.......................................... 17
Chicago Elite Volleyball • NEW...................27
Community Recreation Organizations....... 42 Reputation Raptor • NEW........................... 16
Fencing............................................................27
Gateway S.R.A............................................... 44 School’s Out for Summer Slime • NEW....... 17
Field Hockey................................................... 29
Ice Rink........................................................... 39 Spring Par-Tea • NEW.................................. 15
Golf • NEW................................................... 26
Office Hours..................................................... 4 Stranger Danger............................................. 11
Karate..............................................................32
Parks and Recreation Staff............................. 4 Lacrosse.....................................................30-31
Parks Guide & Bicycle Route Map............20-21 Roller Skating................................................. 28 DON’T MISS OUT
Picnics at KLM Park......................................... 4 Nothing ruins a great program more than
Skyhawks.................................................. 22-23 waiting until the last minute to register for a
Rainout Line................................................... 39 SportsKids................................................. 24-27 program or class. Decisions about classes
The Lodge at Katherine Legge SportsRUs.................................................. 23-24 are made 3 business days before the class -
Memorial Park...............................................5 don’t wait until the day a program starts to
Soccer Made In America.............................. 29 sign-up - it may be too late!
Village Officials.................................................2 Tennis.............................................................. 26
Important Addresses See pages 20 & 21 for district map.
Hinsdale Central H. S. Fieldhouse The Community House Clarendon Hills Community Center
5500 S Grant St, Hinsdale 415 W 8th Street, Hinsdale 315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
Lake View Nature Center Madison School Burr Ridge Community Center
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace 611 S Madison St., Hinsdale 15W400 Harvester Dr., Burr Ridge
The Lodge at KLM Park Monroe School Westmont Park District
5901 S. County Line Rd., Hinsdale 210 N. Madison St., Hinsdale 75 E. Richmond St., Westmont
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Village of Village of Hinsdale | KATHERINE LEGGE MEMORIAL PARK
Hinsdale
Parks and Rec
Staff
Heather Bereckis (right) Picnics at KLM Park
-Superintendent of There are two shelters and one grounds area at KLM Park available for rentals. Located north of the
Parks and Recreation
Lodge and Zook property and located near the Annex which contains restrooms. Each of the shelters is
Sammy Hanzel (left) equipped with charcoal grills, water and electric access. The pavilions and designated grounds may be
-Recreation Supervisor reserved by individuals or groups for a fee. Reservations are required for use of any picnic area. Alcoholic
beverages are not permitted in the park at any time. Dogs are not allowed in the picnic shelters at any
Maggie South time.
-Administrative
Assistant Reservations are made by calling the Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department at (630) 789-7090. For
picnic fees, check our website or call for details.
Picnic reservations for 2020 begin December 2nd for residents and January 2nd for non-residents.
Address
19 E. Chicago Ave Picnic Fees Hinsdale Resident &
Hinsdale, IL Non-Resident
Tax Exempt Group
60521-3431
KLM North Shelter: Max: 80 people $100 $160
(630) 789-7090
(630) 789-7016 - fax KLM South Shelter: Max: 150 people $150 $210
Office Hours Grounds: Less than 30 people $60 $100
Monday - Friday Tent Permit $100 $150
8:00am - 4:30pm
Special Use Permit: Over 150 people $250 $300
Facebook:
@HinsdaleParksand
Recreation Dog Restrictions at KLM Park
Dogs are permitted at KLM Park ONLY IN THE AREA LOCATED NORTH OF THE CREEK during the following hours:
Twitter:
@HinsdaleParks March 1 - Oct. 31: 5:00 am - 10:00 am 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Nov. 1 - Feb. 28: 5:00 am - 10:00 am 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Instagram: Dogs may gain access from the parking lot located at the south end of the Park, as long as dogs are leashed
@hinsdaleparks and use only the area located to the west of the paved roadway or the roadway located immediately east of
the adjacent area.
Be aware that this is a public park and there may be other activities happening during dog park hours. Please
be courteous to other park users.
1. All dogs in the area north of the creek must be on a leash or be within physical proximity to and within sight
of its owner at all times and come to its owner and heel immediately upon voice command of its owner.
2. All dogs must wear a collar, be appropriately licensed and wear a tag as proof of licensing or if not required
in the dog’s domicile, wear a tag with the owner’s name, address and phone number. Proof of current rabies
inoculation must be worn.
3. No more than two dogs per owner are permitted in the Park.
4. Dogs are not permitted in KLM Park during Village sponsored or authorized events when a sign is posted.
5. Dog owners are required to clean up after their dogs.
6. A map illustrating the permitted area is posted at KLM Park.
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The Perfect Setting for Any Occasion
Showings by appointment. contact The Lodge Staff at (630) 789-7095 or info@klmlodge.com.
5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale, IL 60521 • (630) 789-7095
The Lodge at Katherine Legge Memorial Park is surrounded by 52 acres
of beautiful park land. The Lodge is a charming example of a bygone
era. Designed by R. Harold Zook in the 1920’s, the Lodge at Katherine Legge
Memorial Park exudes grace and elegance. The first floor of the lodge
welcomes its guests with a spacious living room that features a working
fireplace, a dining room adorned with windows overlooking the patio and
JOIN US FOR OUR grounds, along with a full working kitchen. The second floor boasts a
large ballroom enhanced with a beautiful beamed ceiling and dramatic
Open House & Vendor Expo! antique lanterns. Windows line the walls enabling all to enjoy the Lodge’s
breathtaking surroundings.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5 | 6:00-8:00 PM The Lodge is as versatile as it is charming. It welcomes a variety of special
5901 COUNTY LINE ROAD events and occasions from social functions such as weddings, rehearsal
dinners, showers, and family parties, to corporate gatherings. KLM is the
Tour The Lodge perfect location for your next event or corporate retreat!
and meet our preferred caterers and vendors; as well as
representatives from local hotels, florists, DJ's and more!
Sample delicious food and beverages served by our preferred Visit us at: www.klmlodge.com
caterers and vendors, and enter the raffle to win awesome Follow us on social media: @KLMLodge
gifts donated by local vendors and Businesses.
@katherine_legge_memorial_lodge
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Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 11 This event is coordinated by the
Begins promptly at 10:30 am Village of
Robbins Park • FREE Hinsdale and...
Bring your baskets, hunt for treats and visit with the
Bunny. Festive spring crafts and entertainment will
make this event fun for the whole family! This event
will be held rain or shine. Areas will be divided by
age group. All ages 11 and under are welcome. Please
be prompt. Pre-registration is not required for the
egg hunt. Please arrive prior to 10:30am to ensure
participation in the Hunt. This event is coordinated by
the Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department and The
Community House.
Park Clean-Up Day
– Earth Day Celebration
Friday, April 24 • 4 pm - Dusk
In honor of Earth Day come out to our parks for the annual Park Clean
Up Day! This event is a great
opportunity for residents
of all ages, scout groups,
churches, businesses and
service organizations to give
back to the community. This
year the focus location will
be multiple parks in Hinsdale.
Projects will include planting,
painting and debris removal.
Individuals and/or groups are
welcome to request a specific
park they would like to see
improvements on. We welcome plant donations.
To register or for more information, call (630) 789-7090.
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CORKS & FORKS
and a little education
PRESENTED BY
THE VILLAGE OF HINSDALE,
HINSDALE WINE ACADEMY,
& TASTE OF HOME CATERING
The Event
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 | 6:30-9:30 pm
THE LODGE at KLM PARK
inclement winter weather date: 2/28
Cozy up at The Lodge in Katherine Legge Memorial
Park for an evening of spectacular wine, delicious
food, great company, and a little education. At
Corks & Forks, taste twelve unique wines c h o s e n by
Hinsdale Wine A c a d e m y … paired with six tapas
style courses prepared by Taste of Home Catering.
Enjoy time spent with friends and neighbors while
learning the basics of wine and food pairing.
The Tickets ON SALE DEC. 9
INDIVIDUAL TICKET $64
RESERVE A TABLE FOR YOUR PARTY OF 8 - $20
PURCHASE AT VILLAGEOFHINSDALE.ORG/PR
Max of 80 tickets available.
Must be 21+
The Sommelier
Corks & Forks is led by experienced Sommelier,
Lorenzo Munoz
~ , neighbor and co-founder of Hinsdale
Wine Academy. He finds his happy place whenever wine,
food, & friends come together. He is a Certified
Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers, and a
Certified Specialist of Wine/Certified wine educator with
the Society of Wine Educators. Hinsdale Wine Academy
offers Level 1 & Level 2 wine classes spanning 6-8 weeks,
as well as two hours boot camps. More info can be found
at hinsdalewineacademy.com
Hinsdale Public Library
HPL After Dark
Frida Kahlo 2020
Curator Justin Witte will discuss this captivating exhibit
from the Cleve Carney Museum of Art.
HPL After Dark events are free and open to the public and
include beverages and refreshments. Registration through
the Library is required.
Friday, April 17, 2020
7:00 pm-8:30 pm
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VILLAGE OF HINSDALE
SUMMER JOBS
the following seasonal
The Village of Hinsdale is hiring
ns are available at Village
summer positions! Applicatio
fhinsdale.org/jobs
Hall or online at www.villageo
as January 2020.
Interviews beginning as early
Lifeguards at Hinsdale Community Pool
Cashiers at Hinsdale Community Pool
Diving Coach
Water Polo Instructors
Public Services Crew Workers
Parks & Recreation Intern
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Animal Crackers Little Actors Studio
Explore a different animal each week! We’ll stretch, move, make Looking for a class that will let your child explore their imagination
crafts, and so activities revolving around our animal of the day. and begin “acting”? This wonderful and fast-paced creative drama
Code Day Time Dates Fee class is the perfect place to start. Each week is a new and exciting
314005-A TH 9:00-10:00am 1/9-1/30 $50R/$55NR adventure into the imagination with changing themes, music,
314005-B TH 9:00-10:00am 2/6-2/27 $50R/$55NR costumes, props, and playbills. They even learn a new joke every
314005-C TH 9:00-10:00am 3/5-3/19 $38R/$43NR week! Many themes won’t be repeated for two years – So “act” now!
314005-D TH 9:00-10:00am 4/9-4/30 $50R/$55NR Kids learn theater terms, enhance spontaneity, build self-esteem,
314005-E TH 9:00-10:00am 5/7-5/21 $38R/$43NR and have a blast! This is the class that should begin your child’s
acting career!
Ages: 1-3 years with parent
Code Day Time Dates Fee
Location: Burr Ridge Community Center 312141-A TU 12:15-1:00pm 2/4-3/10 $65R/$75NR
Max: 3 {Co-Op} 312141-B TU 12:15-1:00pm 4/7-5/19 $75R/$85NR
Musical Me with Miss Gretchen Ages: 3-6 years
Saturday mornings just got more musical at the Clarendon Hills Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Park District! Join music instructor and Active Learners Preschool Max: 4 {Co-Op}
teacher, Miss Gretchen, for 45 minutes of songs, rhymes,
fingerplays, dancing, song-storybooks, and instrument time. Get Tot Rock
your little one on the road to socializing and learning in a group Wiggle and giggle to the Tot Rock Beat! An introductory music and
setting with a parent or caregiver. movement class with a large sensory component, tots will use hand-
Code Day Time Dates held rhythm instruments and play props to improve their motor
302126-A SAT 9:00-9:45am 2/1-3/7 skills and coordination, and learn new songs and rhymes. While kick
302126-B SAT 9:00-9:45am 4/18-5/30* starting your tot’s imagination, each class will provide structured
*No class 5/23 and unstructured time to explore. A different educational theme is
Ages: 9-36 months with parent or caregiver presented each session. Much more than a music class – Join us to
Fee: $65R/$75NR sing, dance, learn, and play the Tot Rock way!
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District Code Day Time Dates
Max: 4 {Co-Op} 312075-A TU 9:30-10:10am 1/14-3/3
312075-B TU 9:30-10:10am 4/7-5/26
NEW • Manners Academy with
Ages: 1 year with parent/caregiver
Miss Gretchen Fee: $85R/$95NR
Let Miss Gretchen, founder and creator of Manners Academy, Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
teach your child about important life skills. Children will learn to Max: 4 {Co-Op}
feel comfortable in all social situations and during mealtime! This
class is guaranteed to be interactive and engaging. The program
includes role-playing, instructive materials, the Manners To Go
Kid Rock
Music fun that can’t be beat! Each Kid Rock class includes creative,
™placemat and an activity book. Topics include: How to introduce
energetic activities based on a new educational theme each session!
yourself and others; the importance of please and thank you; how
Children learn new songs, rhymes, and gross motor skills while using
to politely interrupt your parents, teachers, and other children; rhythm instruments and movement props. Your child’s listening skills
party etiquette; how to set the table; and manners when dining out. will develop, while fine motor skills and coordination improve through
Code Day Time Dates imaginative play and sensory integration. Much more than a music
302128-A W 3:30-4:30pm 3/11 class – Join us to sing, dance, learn, and play the Kid Rock way!
Ages: 4-6 years Kid Rock I (2 years with parent/caregiver)
Code Day Time Dates
Fee: $40R/$50NR
312076-A TU 10:15-10:55am 1/14-3/3
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District 312076-B TU 10:15-10:55am 4/7-5/26
Max: 4 {Co-Op}
Kid Rock II (3-5 years without parent/caregiver)
Code Day Time Dates
312077-A TU 11:00-11:40am 1/14-3/3
Twitter: Instagram: 312077-B TU 11:00-11:40am 4/7-5/26
@HinsdaleParks @hinsdaleparks
Fee: $85R/$95NR
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Max: 4 {Co-Op}
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Early childhood athletics opportunities beginning on page 23.
NEW • Budding Naturalists
Discover more about local nature by learning how to use
observation skills and exploration tools like binoculars and
magnifiers. Dress your child in outdoor gear, as we plan to spend
much of the class in the outdoors (weather permitting). This is a
drop off program.
Code Day Time Date Register By
Nature Classes 303103-A
303103-B
M
M
12:30-2:30pm
12:30-2:30pm
1/13
1/27
1/6
1/20
303103-C M 12:30-2:30pm 2/3 1/27
303103-D M 12:30-2:30pm 2/17 2/10
NEW • Nature Tots 303103-E M 12:30-2:30pm 3/2 2/24
Toddlers with an adult will explore the wonders of nature through 303103-F M 12:30-2:30pm 3/16 3/9
“loose parts” play while learning teamwork and sharing skills. We 303103-G M 12:30-2:30pm 4/6 3/30
will play outside each class, so please dress for the weather. 303103-H M 12:30-2:30pm 4/20 4/13
Code Day Time Date Register By 303103-I M 12:30-2:30pm 5/4 4/27
303101-A F 9:30-10:30am 1/10 1/3 303103-J M 12:30-2:30pm 5/18 5/11
303101-B F 9:30-10:30am 1/24 1/17
303101-C F 9:30-10:30am 2/14 2/7 Ages: 4-6 years
303101-D F 9:30-10:30am 2/28 2/21 Fee: $19R/NR
303101-E F 9:30-10:30am 3/13 3/6 Location: Lake View Nature Center
303101-F F 9:30-10:30am 4/24 4/17 17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook
303101-G F 9:30-10:30am 5/8 5/1 Max: 5 {Co-Op}
303101-H F 9:30-10:30am 5/22 5/15
Ages: 18 months – 3 years with adult
NEW • My First Garden
Join us for this basic workshop and start an herb garden from
Fee: $10R/NR
seeds to take care of at home. Get tips on how to engage your
Location: Lake View Nature Center
child in the cultivation of their first plants and start a love of
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook gardening for life.
Max: 5 {Co-Op}
Code Day Time Date Register By
303105-A SAT 9:30-10:30am 4/18 4/11
NEW • Animal Adventures
Introduce your child to the wonderful world of animals and their Ages: 2-5 years with adult
habitats through creative exercises and hands-on learning. They Fee: $15R/NR
should dress for their adventures with the animals in weather Location: Lake View Nature Center
appropriate clothing as we often will be outside. This is a drop off Max: 5
program.
Code Day Time Dates Register By Stranger Danger
313102-A TU 9:00-11:00am 1/7-1/21 12/31 The focus of this program is to teach children about the potential
313102-B TU 12:30-2:30pm 1/7-1/21 12/31 dangers of strangers through the explanation of numerous safety
303102-C TU 9:00-11:00am 2/4-2/18 1/28 tips by Hinsdale Police Officers. An adult must accompany children.
303102-D TU 12:30-2:30pm 2/4-2/18 1/28
Code Day Time Date
303102-E TU 9:00-11:00am 3/3-3/17 2/25
313016-A TH 4:00-4:45pm 2/20
303102-F TU 12:30-2:30pm 3/3-3/17 2/25
303102-G TU 9:00-11:00am 4/7-4/21 3/31
303102-H TU 12:30-2:30pm 4/7-4/21 3/31
Ages: 4-8 years with parent/caregiver
303102-I TU 9:00-11:00am 5/5-5/19 4/28 Fee: $10R/$12NR
303102-J TU 12:30-2:30pm 5/5-5/19 4/28 Location: The Community House
Min/Max: 4/5 {Co-Op}
Ages: 4-6 years
Fee: $48R/NR DON’T MISS OUT
Location: Lake View Nature Center Nothing ruins a great program more than waiting until the
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook last minute to register for a program or class. Decisions about
Max: 3 {Co-Op} classes are made 3 business days before the class - don’t wait
until the day a program starts to sign-up - it may be too late!
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Junior Firefighters Young Rembrandts Early Childhood/
Hinsdale Youth Art Classes
Firefighters Young Rembrandts Workshops are a great way to stimulate
explain and your child’s creative spirit and strengthen educational skills that
demonstrate will benefit them all year long. Each season we offer a choice of
important fire workshops combining Drawing, Cartooning, and Pastel techniques.
safety practices. We explore the basic elements of all visual arts in a fun and
Children will nurturing setting that ensures success for every child. Students
tour the Fire will complete different drawings each day and session, and
Safety house. learn to draw whimsical characters, everyday objects, and other
Firefighters seasonally themed illustrations. Students gain so much confidence
will show in art method and technique; it will awaken the inner artist! Young
participants how Rembrandts Workshops are an exciting educational experience
to exit a home perfect for your imaginative child! Add some creativity to your
in the event of a fire and how to recognize potential fire hazards. schedule.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Code Day Time Dates Fee
Code Day Time Date 314035-A TH 4:30-5:50pm 1/23-3/5 $84R/$94NR
313015-A TU 4:00-4:45pm 1/21 314035-B TH 4:30-5:50pm 3/12-4/9* $48R/$58NR
313015-B M 4:00-4:45pm 3/9 *No class 3/26
Ages: 5-8 years
Ages: 3-8 years with parent/caregiver Location: Hinsdale Public Library
Fee: $10R/$12NR Min/Max: 6/20
Location: Hinsdale Fire Department
Min/Max: 4/5 {Co-Op}
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Preschool Gymnastics
This program helps your child learn to follow instructions while
developing their overall fitness and motor skills with challenging
activities on gymnastics equipment. Our instructors follow a weekly
curriculum to ensure each child is learning at their own pace.
Children who have participated in movement education activities
have longer attention spans, increased communication skills,
general problem solving skills, and improved self-esteem. We strive
to help each child become confident in themselves in a fun and
safe, nurturing environment.
Code Day Time Dates
314031-A TU 3:55-4:30pm 1/14-2/18
314031-B TU 3:55-4:30pm 2/25-3/31
314031-C TU 3:55-4:30pm 4/7-5/12
314031-D TU 3:55-4:30pm 5/19-6/23
Ages: 3-5 years
Fee: $52R/$58NR
Location: Westmont Community Center
Min/Max: 2/5 {Co-Op}
School Age Gymnastics
Our goal in our classes is to develop fitness, character, and self-
esteem through the sport of gymnastics. To ensure safe and
continual progress we teach gymnastics skills in a thorough and
progressive manner. We help each child take pride in their inner
confidence and strength in a fun and positive environment.
Code Day Time Dates
314032-A TU 4:35-5:15pm 1/14-2/18
314032-B TU 4:35-5:15pm 2/25-3/31
314032-C TU 4:35-5:15pm 4/7-5/12
314032-D TU 4:35-5:15pm 5/19-6/23
Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: $52R/$58NR
Parent and Tot Location: Westmont Community Center
This program is an introductory gymnastics class for ages walking Min/Max: 2/5 {Co-Op}
up to three years old. Each class involves the participation of
an adult for child support and encouragement. Our instructors
will guide you and your child through a series of fun activities
to improve their spatial awareness and explore together the DON’T MISS OUT
basics of gymnastics in a fun, nurturing environment. By enrolling Nothing ruins a great program more than waiting until the
your child in classes you will be helping them to improve their last minute to register for a program or class. Decisions about
strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination, plus giving them an classes are made 3 business days before the class - don’t wait
opportunity to make new friends and have fun exercising. until the day a program starts to sign-up - it may be too late!
Code Day Time Dates
314030-A TU 3:15-3:50pm 1/14-2/18
314030-B TU 3:15-3:50pm 2/25-3/31
314030-C TU 3:15-3:50pm 4/7-5/12
314030-D TU 3:15-3:50pm 5/19-6/23
Twitter: Instagram:
Ages: Walking to 3 years with adult @HinsdaleParks @hinsdaleparks
Fee: $52R/$58NR
Location: Westmont Community Center
Min/Max: 2/5 {Co-Op}
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Checkmate Chess Magic Classes
Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a
Current research has shown a strong link between chess and collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks. Amaze family and
academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind reading,
and language arts. Also, chess has been proven to enhance children’s and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover
motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials
Learn how to win at chess! No previous knowledge of chess is are provided and each child receives a magic kit to take home.
necessary. Each class will consist of a fun interactive teaching period Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age
and guided practice time. Due to the small size of the group, each appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and
child will receive plenty of personalized attention. Both new and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session! All
returning participants are welcome and will get to the next level supplies are included.
under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. There
Code Day Time Date Location
will also be a chess competition with prizes!
312130-A F 5:00-5:55pm 1/17 Clarendon Hills
Code Day Time Dates Park District
312131-A TU 6:30-7:30pm 1/14-2/18 312130-B 6:45-7:40pm 4/23 Westmont
312131-B TU 6:30-7:30pm 3/31-5/5 Park District
Community Center
Ages: 5-12 years Ages: 5-12 years
Fee: $112R/$122NR Fee: $20R/$25NR
Location: Burr Ridge Park District Min/Max: 5/12
Min/Max: 5/15 {Co-Op}
Chess Scholars Tournament
If your child knows the rules of chess, he or she is ready to participate
in this tournament! Chess sets will be provided. Every child will play Nature Classes
all five games. Top ten scorers in each section will get trophies or
medals. Chess sets and software will be available for purchase. NEW • S.T.E.A.M. Sundays
Lunch is included. For more information, e-mail Chess Scholars Connect your child to aspects of S.T.E.A.M. through fun (and
at Info@ChessScholars.com. Registration deadline is 2pm on possibly explosive) experiments, as we explore the wonders of
Thursday, March 12. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! We will use
Check in: 9:30-9:45am critical thinking skills together to investigate these facets and
1st round begins: 10:00am their connection to the natural world. This is a drop-off activity.
Tournament ends: 3:00pm Code Day Time Date Register By
Code Day Time Date Grades 303104-A SUN 1:00-3:00pm 1/26 1/19
312131-C SAT 10:00am-3:00pm 3/14 K-3 303104-B SUN 1:00-3:00pm 3/15 3/8
312131-D SAT 10:00am-3:00pm 3/14 4-8
Ages: 7-10 years
Fee: $40R/NR Fee: $15R/NR
Location: Burr Ridge Park District Location: Lake View Nature Center
Max: 30 {Co-Op} 17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
Max: 3 {Co-Op}
Chess Scholars Spring Break Camp
This camp is great from both beginners and experienced young NEW • Imagination Gardens
players. Each class will consist of a fun interactive teaching period Create your own miniature world in a dish with hearty plants and
and guided practice time. Both new and returning participants tiny decorations. Our gardening enthusiast will show children
are welcome and will get to the next level under the guidance
how to build and care for their own garden they will make to take
of an experienced Chess Scholars Coach. Children will have an
home. All supplies will be provided. This is a drop-off program.
opportunity to test for a Chess Belt® under a unique Chess Scholars
system patterned after martial arts belts. There will also be a chess Code Day Time Date Register By
competition with prizes! Each camper will take home a chess set and 303106-A SAT 10:30-11:30am 3/14 3/7
an award. Please bring your own snacks.
Ages: 6-10 years
Code Days Time Dates
312131-E M-F 9:00am-Noon 3/23-3/27 Fee: $15R/NR
Location: Lake View Nature Center
Ages: 6-13 years 17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
Fee: $198R/$208NR Max: 5 {Co-Op}
Location: Burr Ridge Park District
Min/Max: 5/15
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NEW • Critters and Cookies
Is your child sweet on animals? At this program, your child will meet
our awesome resident animals and be inspired to decorate animal
themed cookies to give as a Valentine’s Day gift. This is a drop-off
program.
Code Day Time Date Register By
303110-A SAT 1:30-3:00pm 2/8 2/1
Ages: 6-10 years
Fee: $15R/NR
Location: Lake View Nature Center
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
Max: 3 {Co-Op}
NEW • Plants Eat Bugs!
Insects, watch your step around plants that bite back! Learn
about the unique adaptations of carnivorous flora and create a
small terrarium to care for at home, complete with your very own NEW • Manners Academy
predator plant. This is a drop-off program. Gretchen Malitz, founder and creator of the Manners Academy, will
teach your child about important life skills. Manners are the first
Code Day Time Date Register By
303107-A SAT 10:30-11:30am 1/18 1/11 impression at an initial meeting and through social interactions.
From knowing how to use utensils in a place setting to writing thank
Ages: 8-12 years yous, the class will provide valuable skills. Topics include: How to
Fee: $15R/NR introduce yourself and others; the importance of please and thank
Location: Lake View Nature Center you; how to politely interrupt your parents, teachers, and other
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace children; party etiquette; how to set the table; and manners when
Max: 5 {Co-Op} dining out.
Code Day Time Date
NEW • Parents’ Night Out – Kids’ Fun Night! 302128-B W 4:45-6:15pm 3/11
Drop your kids off and enjoy an evening out – child free. Children
will enjoy nature activities and games, meet animals, go on a hike Ages: 6-10 years
(weather permitting), and have a pizza party. This is a drop off Fee: $48R/$60NR
program. Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Code Day Time Date Register By Min/Max: 3/4 {Co-Op}
303108-A SAT 5:30-8:30pm 2/15 2/8
303108-B SAT 5:30-8:30pm 4/25 4/18 NEW • Spring Par-Tea!
Come join us in celebrating the arrival of Spring! We will be having
Ages: 4-12 years a fun party where guests will get to enjoy refreshments, cupcakes,
Fee: $25R/NR games, plus a fun craft! Each guest will decorate their very own
Location: Lake View Nature Center teapot planter and receive a succulent to plant inside.
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
Code Day Time Date
Max: 3 {Co-Op}
315341-A SAT 3:30-4:30pm 3/21
NEW • Family Fishing Fun Ages: 5-11 years
Let our expert fisherman teach you and your family the basics of Fee: $28R/$33NR
fishing. We’ll learn about fishing rules and safety, how to bait and Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
cast a pole, and go fishing in our stocked lake! Every registered Min/Max: 3/4 {Co-Op}
child must be accompanied by an adult.
Code Day Time Date Register By
303109-A SAT 11:00am-12:30pm 5/30 5/23
Ages: 5-12 years with adult DON’T MISS OUT
Fee: $15R/NR Nothing ruins a great program more than waiting until the
Location: Lake View Nature Center last minute to register for a program or class. Decisions about
17 W 063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace classes are made 3 business days before the class - don’t wait
Max: 5 {Co-Op} until the day a program starts to sign-up - it may be too late!
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Music Classes NEW • STEAM 102 – Claymation Cinema
Bring art and technology together and film your very own
Claymation animated movie! Students will work together in teams
Beginner Guitar to create characters out of clay and bring their creations to life
This guitar class is set up for beginning students and will teach how using digital cameras and animation software programs. They will
to play and jam with their peers. Emphasis is placed on having learn animation concepts, develop a plan for their story, storyboard
fun while learning! Along with guitar playing essentials, students the details of their animation movie, and discover creative ways
will learn guitar skills through playing classic pop songs. Essential to build the characters. Some popular claymation movies include:
guitar skills and basic note-reading are taught in a fun, supportive Coraline, Gumby, and Wallace and Gromit. Students will get a copy
setting that allows students to develop at their own pace. Note: of their movie after class is complete.
Instruments are not provided.
Code Day Time Dates
Code Day Time Dates 312074-B M 4:30-6:00pm 2/17-3/19
314023-A W 4:30-5:30pm 1/22-2/26
314023-B W 4:30-5:30pm 3/11-4/22*
Ages: 8-12 years
*No class 4/1
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: $78R/$83NR
Fee: $75R/$80NR Location: Darien Park District
Location: Darien Park District Min/Max: 2/3 {Co-Op}
Min/Max: 2/7 {Co-Op}
Beginning Voice NEW • The Incredible Edible Icee Experience
This class is an avalanche of ICEE winter fun! Kids will create their
In a non-competitive, nurturing environment, learn to sing great
own ICEE concoction and then slurp it up while learning the history
songs from musical theater, Disney, pop songs, etc. This voice class
and science of this beloved sweet treat. Did you know ICEES were
is perfect for kids who love to sing but may not be ready for private
invented by accident? There’s so much cool history about the
lessons. Young singers learn how to sing together, harmonize,
musical traditions, and create beautiful music in a relaxing and famous ICEE! Net, kids will participate in the most outrageous
healthy environment. winter ICEE eating contest in town! Who will be crowned ICEE
King or Queen? Think BRAIN FREEZE! Then, class culminates with
Code Day Time Dates cracking open piñata ice balloons stuffed with winter surprises.
314021-A SAT 10:00-11:00am 1/18-2/22
314021-B SAT 10:00-11:00am 3/7-4/25*
Don’t wear your Sunday best to this event- We will get sticky! This is
*No class 4/4 or 4/11 a drop-off class.
Ages: 6-12 years Code Day Time Date
313171-A TH 5:00-6:00pm 1/23
Fee: $75R/$80NR
Location: Darien Park District
Ages: 6-12 years
Min/Max: 2/7 {Co-Op}
Fee: $25R/$30NR
Location: Westmont Park District Community Center
Computer Explorers Min/Max: 2/4 {Co-Op}
STEAM 101 – 3D Video Game Design NEW • Reputation Raptor
It takes years to build it but only minutes to ruin it- REPUTATION! A
Learn to create 3D games and challenge your friends. We will be
good reputation is important in life. Poor body language, a simple
creating games for the PC version of Kodu, Microsoft’s award-
misunderstanding, a mishap on social media, or perhaps a nasty
winning game design platform. Students will learn the art of rapid
rumor can damage your kind, trustworthy, and classy image. Learn
game design and develop an understanding of underlying game
mechanics. Students work in teams of 2 and can choose from 20 the best tips on how to build, protect, and, if necessary, rehab
different game characters including flying saucers, submarines, a reputation through games like “This Is It”, “Mint Toothpaste”,
and a Pac-Man-like Kodu character, then use an interactive terrain “Wrecking Ball”, and “Pop Rocks Fireworks”. Lastly, we will learn
editor, a bridge and path builder, and other tools to create their 3D how to minimize the damage from unhealthy people who thrive
game world. Kodu is available as a free download for Windows. on preying (raptor-like) behavior. Funny dramatizations, props,
Bring a USB drive on the last day or games can be e-mailed to games, and treats drive home the points during this life coaching
parents. workshop. This is a drop-off class.
Code Day Time Dates Code Day Time Date
312074-A M 4:30-6:00pm 1/13-2/3 313171-B SAT 3:00-4:00pm 3/14
Ages: 8-12 years Ages: 6-12 years
Fee: $78R/$83NR Fee: $25R/$30NR
Location: Darien Park District Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Min/Max: 2/3 {Co-Op} Min/Max: 2/4 {Co-Op}
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NEW • School’s Out For Summer Slime
School is almost out for the summer! We are celebrating with the
ultimate sensory experience. Slime continues to be all the rage
with kids. Have the slime of your life creating seasonal slime in the
concoction lab. Our slime will pop like fireworks, smell like summer, Sign up for both Safe at Home AND First Aid for Kids and
and be colored to remind kids of the beach. This is crazy FUN to receive a discount ($56R/$64NR). Please send a lunch with
blow off some steam about working so hard this school year. Every your child if you choose this option.
participant will go home with the slime they made, a souvenir, and Safe at Home
a slime snack. Kids must be able to follow directions well. This is a Children will learn the importance of behaving responsibly and
drop-off class. how to handle themselves when confronted with a challenge, such
Code Day Time Date as answering the telephone or the door when parents are away
313141-C TU 6:00-7:00pm 5/12 or occupied elsewhere in the home. Topics covered will include
safety in the home, proper use of keys, what to do in case of an
Ages: 6-13 years emergency, how to respond to strangers, and general house rules.
Fee: $26R/$31NR Fee includes workbook. Disclaimer: This course does NOT endorse
Location: Darien Park District children begin home alone; that responsibility lies with the parents.
Min/Max: 2/4 {Co-Op} This course simply prepares children to be safe and careful when
parents are not immediately available.
NEW • App Development: Learn to Build Code
314040-A
Day
SAT
Time
10:00-11:30am
Date
2/15
Awesome Mobile Apps
In this course, students will learn the basics of user interface and Ages: 6-10 years
design thinking that forms the foundation of awesome apps. From Fee: $31R/$39NR
there, the course dives into app development using Thunkable. Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Students will build a series of apps and test them right away on a Min/Max: 2/3 {Co-Op}
smartphone. Join us for this fun course and build the skills to develop
the next killer app! All of the required equipment will be provided. First Aid for Kids
This American Red Cross class teaches children basic health and
Code Day Time Dates safety tips focusing on shock, bleeding, choking, the Heimlich
314100-A W 5:00-6:00pm 2/5-3/25 maneuver, burns, poisons, and much more! Many hands-on
activities will be provided for additional reinforcement. Upon
Ages: 9-14 years completion of a class, a Red Cross certificate will be received.
Fee: $200R/NR
Code Day Time Date
Location: The Community House 314040-B SAT 12:00-1:30pm 2/15
Min/Max: 8/8 {Co-Op}
Ages: 6-10 years
Coding Foundation: Scratch Animation and Fee: $31R/$39NR
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Game Design Min/Max: 2/3 {Co-Op}
The Scratch Animation and Game Design course is designed for
students 6 to 10 years old. In this course, students will develop Babysitters Training
interactive stories, advanced games, and animations. This is a great Plan to babysit with knowledge and skills necessary to safely
place to start learning to code and building core computational and responsibly provide care for children and infants in the
concepts. All skill levels are welcome, students will be challenged as absence of parents. Develop leadership skills, learn how to
per their experience. Students will be provided with a laptop. develop a babysitting business, keep yourself and others safe,
Code Day Time Dates
help children behave, and learn about basic child care and basic
314100-B W 5:00-6:00pm 4/15-5/20 first aid. Certification for this class includes participant workbook,
emergency guide, and American Red Cross Babysitters Training
Ages: 6-10 years certificate. Attendance is required for the entire day to receive
certification. Any exemptions need to be approved in advance by
Fee: $150R/NR
the instructor. Please bring a sack lunch.
Location: The Community House
Min/Max: 8/8 {Co-Op} Code Day Time Date
316012-A SAT 9:00am-4:30pm 4/18
Ages: 11-15 years
Twitter: Instagram: Fee: $78R/$94NR
@HinsdaleParks @hinsdaleparks Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Min/Max: 2/3 {Co-Op}
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NOTE: This is a recital session! All classes participate in a
Dance Recital in May 2020. There is an additional fee for Chicago Loves
costume rental.
Dance
Chicago Loves Dance was founded to
Creative Movement
This class is a specially designed program to encourage your child provide a fun dance experience to children
throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs! The company’s
in dance, mime, creative movement, music education, ballet, jazz,
philosophy is that dance should open your child’s creative abilities
tap, gymnastics, and performance. This class includes: warm-ups,
and be FUN! Staff encourage self-esteem and socialization needed
stretches, mime, technique, dances, loco motor, and tumbling.
in everyday life through the activity of dance and performance.
Your child will gain confidence, rhythm, better coordination, and
balance; all while exercising his or her memory and having FUN!
Hip Hop
Code Day Time Dates Show off your creativity with free-style choreography to the newest
312165-A TH 12:00-12:45pm 1/9-5/21 pop/dance songs. The last day of the class will be a parent watch day
where they will do a short performance to show off their new talents.
Ages: 3-6 years
Code Day Time Dates Grades
Fee: $145R/$180NR
312167-A TH 4:00-4:55pm 1/16-3/5 K-3rd
Location: Clarendon Hills Community Center 312167-C TH 4:00-4:55pm 3/12-5/7 K-3rd
Max: 4 {Co-Op} 312167-B TH 5:00-5:55pm 1/16-3/5 4th-6th
312167-D TH 5:00-5:55pm 3/12-5/7 4th-6th
Pre-Ballet and
Fee: $120R/$150NR
Tap Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Join this introductory class Max: 4 {Co-Op}
on ballet and tap. In tap,
your child will acquire Yoga for Kids
rhythm, coordination, and Come ready for some yoga and stretching! Participants will learn
self-esteem. In ballet, your beginning yoga movements, terms, and yoga based games to make
child will develop poise, learning fun.
grace, and self-confidence Code Day Time Dates
through the art of ballet. In 314166-A W 6:00-6:55pm 1/15-3/4
these styles of dance, your 314166-B W 6:00-6:55pm 3/11-5/6
child will move through
basic technique taught in Ages: 1st-5th grade
the center, basic steps, and traveling combinations. Ballet and tap Fee: $120R/$150NR
shoes are required. Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Max: 3 {Co-Op}
Code Day Time Dates
312166-A TH 1:30-2:15pm 1/9-5/21
Cheerleading
Go! Fight! Win! Learn cheers as well as poms choreography in this
Ages: 3-6 years
upbeat class run by skilled Chicago Loves Dance cheer coaches.
Fee: $145R/$180NR
Three to four new cheers will be taught weekly, while working on
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District form, and adding on to their poms dance routine. The last day
Max: 4 {Co-Op} of class parents are welcome to join for a performance the last 15
minutes of class.
Pre-Jazz and Hip Hop Code Day Time Dates
This combination class will bridge the gap between classical jazz 314165-A W 5:00-5:55pm 1/15-3/4
and hip hop. Students will work on strength, balance, isolations, 314165-B W 5:00-5:55pm 3/11-5/6
groove, and technique while dancing to today’s popular music.
Black ballet or jazz shoes are required. Ages: K-8th grade
Code Day Time Dates
Fee: $120R/$150NR
314160-A TH 2:15-2:45pm 1/9-5/21 Location: Clarendon Hills Park District
Max: 4 {Co-Op}
Ages: 3-6 years
Fee: $110R/$140NR
Location: Clarendon Hills Park District Twitter: Instagram:
Max: 4 {Co-Op} @HinsdaleParks @hinsdaleparks
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Teen Photography Class NEW • Alpine Valley
Instructor Mike Smith was born in Ski and Snowboard Trip
Chicago and started his career in Alpine Valley Resort has over 90 skiable acres and 20 runs and a
1985 as an Industrial, Commercial vertical drop of 338 feet. The longest run is 3,000 feet. This great
photographer, working with many resort is set in the beautiful Sugar Creek Valley in Elkhorn, with
Fortune 500 companies. In 1986, mature trees and rolling terrain common to the Kettle Moraine
he was recognized by the State Area. Their ski hill provides diverse terrain for beginners through
of Illinois for his documentary experts and a full featured Terrain Park. A signed waiver must be
work in China. He attended completed and turned in the day of the trip. Please bring additional
College of DuPage, receiving money for lunch and locker.
an Associate in Applied Science
Code Day Time Date Fee Register By
Photographic Technology with Honors in 2016. His body of work
312152-A M 8:00am-5:30pm 2/17 $79R/$89NR* 2/10
ranges from Nature to URBEX. Since 2011, Mr. Smith’s projects have 312152-B M 8:00am-5:30pm 2/17 $117R/$127NR** 2/10
been exhibited at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, as wee as
*Includes lift and helmet only **Includes lift, rental, and helmet
several galleries in the United States and abroad. His teaching skills
are utilized by several park districts in Illinois and at Waubonsee
Ages: 11-16 years
Community College where he is an adjunct instructor.
Location: Departing from Westmont Park District
Photography for Teens is a beginner’s digital photography course Community Center
where teens will have fun learning about photography and their Min/Max: 4 {Co-Op}
cameras. In this three hour class, teens will learn how to take better
photos with any digital camera they have and how to shoot better NEW • Wilmot Mountain Snow Tubing Trip
photos with basic composition skills. Bring your own DSLR camera Wilmot Mountain provides guests with tubes to go down the hill
and manual to class. and 2 surface conveyor lifts to take you back up. That way all your
Code Day Time Date Register By energy is saved for the excitement and fun! Wilmot Mountain’s
322060-A SAT 9am-Noon 2/29 2/24 tubing area has 22 lanes that are over 1,000 feet long. And once
322060-B SAT 9am-Noon 4/25 4/20 you have done a few runs down the hill and are looking to warm up
for a while, join us in the tubing lodge for a snack, a drink, or just to
Ages: 13-17 years watch the excitement from the deck overlooking the whole area. A
Fee: $36R$41NR signed waiver must be completed and turned in the day of the trip.
Location: Darien Park District, 7301 Fairview Ave, Darien Please bring additional money for lunch and locker.
Min/Max: 1/3 {Co-Op}
Code Day Time Date Register By
312153-A M 8:30am-4:00pm 1/20 1/10
NEW • Teen Climbing 101
This class teaches basic knowledge of rock climbing techniques Ages: 11-16 years
such as three points of contact, footwork, and balance. Class Fee: $70R/$80NR
also introduces bouldering. Knowledge of basic knots, gear, and Location: Departing from Westmont Park District
commands will also be reviewed in this class. This is a great way to Community Center
learn the basics of becoming an avid climber! Min/Max: 4 {Co-Op}
Code Day Time Dates Register By
322228-A TU 6:00-6:50pm 1/14-2/18 1/7 Hinsdale Humane Society
322228-B TU 6:00-6:50pm 2/25-4/7* 2/18
322228-C TU 6:00-6:50pm 4/14-5/19 4/8 Teen Volunteer Trip
*No class 3/30 Work on a volunteer project, tour Hinsdale
Ages: 12-15 years Humane Society’s new Pet Rescue and
Fee: $30R/$45Nr Resource Center and meet some of our
Location: Annerino Community Center animals. If you plan on receiving service
201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook hours for this trip, please bring any forms that
Min/Max: 1/2 {Co-Op} need to be signed. This is a drop-off and pick-up at location trip.
Code Day Time Date Register By
314180-A F 1:00-2:30pm 3/6 2/28
DON’T MISS OUT
Nothing ruins a great program more than waiting until the Ages: 12-17 years
last minute to register for a program or class. Decisions about Fee: $5R/$8NR
classes are made 3 business days before the class - don’t wait Location: Hinsdale Humane Society
until the day a program starts to sign-up - it may be too late! Min/Max: 2/4 {Co-Op}
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