Bolingbrook Park District News - October / November 2023 Edition

Learning Social Skills Through Fun Fall Programs

TThere’s just something special about the fall season. The transition between summer and winter brings out shorter days as the air turns crisp, and vibrant colors emerge before the trees start to shed their leaves. The fall is also a signal that holidays, parties, events and gatherings are on the way. We sat down with Anne Strom, an early childhood instructor, to talk about a few events for kids five years old and younger coming up this fall that will help them get into the spirit of giving and sharing while having fun.

Celebrating with my Grown-Up

“This series came about because we saw so many inclusive events, such as Daddy Daughter dances, and we realized that we were missing something for the younger child. We felt like there was a need to have something that was special for this age group,” said Anne. “What’s great about this particular program is that the adult doesn’t have to be the parent of the child. They could be with an uncle, grandparent, or even a caregiver—anyone that’s special to that child. It’s a great opportunity to grow existing relationships.”

The next Celebrating with my Grown-Up program will be the Royal Fall Ball which takes place on November 4. “This event was started this last year and it was wonderful,” said Anne. “Children came dressed up or wore costumes. We used an old castle prop and dressed it up with

what’s inside

lights. We had two volunteer princesses show up along with an evil queen who the children fought with magic wands. We will be having a similar theme this year, but we’re adding a caramel apple bar.”

Friendsgiving

Anne states, “Friendsgiving is hosted on on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. A few years ago everyone was talking about having friendsgiving parties. Knowing that parents are usually stressed out the day before Thanksgiving, due to hosting, cleaning or cooking, we knew that the

children needed someplace to go that was fun. Last year the kids decorated floats and had a parade. They also enjoyed pie and did various activities together.”

When asked about why she enjoys teaching early childhood classes, Anne stated, “I love giving the kids an opportunity to share. They don’t have to share, they get to share. We don’t force our children to do so. They learn the importance and the joy of sharing on their own.”

For more information or to sign up for the Royal Fall Ball or Friendsgiving, scan the QR codes below.

Students enjoying a slice of pie at Friendsgiving.

Excited guests have arrived at the Royal Fall Ball.

Royal Fall Ball Friendsgiving

Executive Director

Mike Selep mselep@bolingbrookparks.org

a letter from the executive director

What an exciting time of year! We are fortunate to be able to watch the leaves change into a variety of beautiful colors and then spend hours raking them up. If you want to delay or celebrate raking those leaves, spend some time outdoors in Bolingbrook Park District parks. You can enjoy walking, running, hiking and biking on park district trails. You can select from 33 different park district parks that feature paths depending on how much time you have to spend and what you are looking to do. I like longer walks, so my favorites are the longer pathways at Gateway Wetlands, Lily Cache Greenway, DuPage River Greenway, ComEd Greenway, and Knights of Columbus Park. You can also play or watch a variety of outdoor sports, such as soccer, football, golf, and tennis/pickleball to name a few. My favorite part of recreating outdoors in the fall is that you do not get too hot and a light jacket keeps you warm. If you get a little chilly, a warm cup of hot chocolate or coffee afterwards helps warm you up quickly.

There are a few events that you should consider adding to your calendar. Freaky Fun Friday on October 20 will be a great time to wear a costume to go trunk-or-treating, enter our haunted house, and grab a seat to enjoy a free movie. The Howl-o-Ween 5k on October 22 will be awesome if you enjoy walking or running with or without your dog. I’m personally looking forward most to the Hot Cider Stroll on November 11. A guided stroll through the woods and sitting by the fire while enjoying some hot cider with friends new and old sounds like the perfect late fall activity for me. There are many other fun events to consider. Make sure to explore opportunities through our program guide, available online and at our recreation centers.

This is also a great time for our staff as we are recuperating from the long hours of summer fun and planning for 2024. We are in the midst of developing upgrades to four different park district playgrounds at Bloomfield Oasis, Gateway Wetlands, Champions and Lilac Parks. A special thanks to State Representative Janet Yang Rohr for recently providing $142,000 in state funding for playground upgrades. In addition, we are developing plans for a new splash pad at Central Park as well as facility updates at all of our recreation facilities.

I look forward to seeing you out in our parks and trails. Enjoy!

Your partner in fun,

Mike Selep Executive Director

board of commissioners

meeting information

Elected by the public and responsible for setting policy, the Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners have scheduled board meetings the third Thursday of each month.

All meetings are held in the Board Room at Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Dr. Bolingbrook, IL.

To find the board meeting agendas and minutes, visit www.bolingbrookparks.org. Each date has a hyperlink that takes you to that month’s minutes or agenda.

We make the fun happen!

President Jerry Hix jhix@bolingbrook parks.org

Vice President Sue Vastalo svastalo@ bolingbrook parks.org

Treasurer Frank McKay fmckay@ bolingbrook parks.org

Secretary Dorothy Andrews dandrews@ bolingbrook parks.org

Commissioner Jake McVey jmcvey@ bolingbrook parks.org

the district calendar

OCTOBER

At’a Glance

Preschool Pajama Party

F 20

Month Long Program Beast Mode Challenge Pick up your calendar at the BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

F 6

Trip—Chicago Architecture Tour

9:00 am–4:00 pm

$85 ($75 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

SA 7 2nd Annual Celebration of Special Recreation

SA 7 thru

F 13

SU 8

11:00 am–3:00 pm ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

New Les Mills Classes at Lifestyles Various Times

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Cheesy Pretzel 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk

8:00–11:30 am

$30 w/Early Registration Promenade Bolingbrook (619 E Boughton Rd)

TH 19 Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners Meeting

7:00 pm

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

Freaky Fun Friday*

F 20

5:00–8:00 pm

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.) at Volunteer Park (south of Pelican Harbor)

*Sponsored by Meijer.

SU 22

M 23

W 25

F 27

F 27

—Little Monsters

5:30–7:30 pm

$37 ($25 w/Resident ID)

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Howl-O-ween 5K

8:00 am

$40

ComEd Greenway (811 Remington Blvd.)

Full Body Pumpkin Workout

6:00–6:45 pm

$5

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Monster Mash Masks

4:00–5:00 pm

$5 ($3 w/Resident ID)

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Parkie’s Pumpkin Patch

6:00–8:00 pm

$12 ($9 w/Resident ID)

Pelican Harbor Indoor

Aquatic Park (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Trip—Milwaukee Brewing Tour

9:00 am–5:00 pm

$80 ($70 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

NOVEMBER

SA 4

W 8

SA 11

TH

16

F

17

SA 18

W 22

Celebrating with My Grownup—Royal Fall Ball

4:00–5:30 pm

$38 ($25 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

W 22

Trip—Adults Only Arcade

5:00–10:00 pm

$35 ($25 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

Hot Cider Stroll*

2:00–3:00 pm

James S. Boan Woods (410 Schmidt Rd)

*Sponsored by Meijer.

Bolingbrook Park District Board of Commissioners Meeting

7:00 pm

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

Preschool Pajama Party —Sports Superfans

5:30–7:30 pm

$37 ($25 w/Resident ID)

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Trip—Illumination at the Morton Arboretum

4:30–8:30 pm

$45 ($35 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

Friendsgiving Party

10:00–11:30 am

$36 ($24 w/Resident ID)

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

Glow Party

5:30–7:00 pm

$10 ($7 w/Resident ID)

ACC (201 Recreation Dr.)

SA 4 Pumpkin Shoot & Play Zone

11:00 am–2:00 pm

$12 ($10 w/Resident ID)

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

7:00 am–12:00 pm

BRAC (200 Lindsey Ln.)

TH 23 Thanksgiving Turkey Burner

HOT CIDER STROLL

FREAKY FUN FRIDAY

Friday, October 20 . 5:00–8:00 pm . 230-T13

Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Ln) Volunteer Park (South of Pelican Harbor)

All ages welcome

Grab a hand to hold and enter our haunted house, if you dare, or grab a seat and enjoy a free movie. Make sure you wear your costume for trunk-or-treating!

Saturday, November 11 . 2:00–3:00 pm . 230-T09 James S. Boan Woods (410 Schmidt Rd)

Family Events brought to you courtesy of Meijer fresh. family.

All ages welcome Enjoy a guided stroll through the woods with an experienced Naturalist and a hot cider in hand. Later, cuddle up by the fire or play some lawn games! Be sure to dress for the weather. Contact for terrain details and ADA assistance.

*For questions about these events, please contact Hannah Grise at hgrise@bolingbrookparks.org.

Meijer has two locations in Bolingbrook at 755 E Boughton Rd. and 225 N Weber Rd. Find their weekly advertisement at www.meijer.com/weeklyad.

Glow Party

Wednesday, November 22 5:30–7:00 pm

Annerino Community Center

All ages welcome

Light up the night with a glow-in-the-dark dance party! Bring a white shirt to decorate, get your face painted, make spin art and play fun games to win small prizes.

Fee: $10 200411-D01

W/Resident ID: $7

Key Contact: Hannah Grise

Representative Avelar Secures Funding for Annerino Community Center Roof Replacement

SState Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Romeoville, secured $120,000 for the Bolingbrook Park District to assist with the replacement of the Annerino Community Center roof.

“We greatly appreciate Representative Avelar’s advocating for us to help us serve the the community. The costs associated with the roof replacement has a large impact on our operations. These funds will help us continue to maintain infrastructure without having to sacrifice service or critical updates throughout the district,” said Michael Selep, Bolingbrook Park District Executive Director.

“Our facilities are an important asset to the community. Having the ability to update them on a regular basis helps insure the district can continue to enhance the quality of life for the residents. We are extremely grateful for Representative Avelar’s

efforts to provide the district with needed funding,” said Jerry Hix, Bolingbrook Park District Board President.

For more information call (630) 739-0272 or visit www. bolingbrookparks.org.

FREE MONEY SMART CLASS PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY AND OTHER ASSETS

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 | 6 TO 7 PM

Bolingbrook Park District: Annerino Center 201 Recreation Dr. | Bolingbrook

RSVP by November 13 to Diana Sorescu at dsorescu@bankbolingbrook.com.

WHAT IS MONEY SMART? Money Smart for Adults is an instructor-led curriculum that provides participants with practical knowledge, skills-building opportunities, and resources to manage their finances confidently.

This training will:

• Help participants understand how to protect their identity and assets

• Cover what to do in the event of identity theft or fraud

• Explain how insurance can help protect you from financial loss

• Explain the importance of keeping good records

Bolingbrook Bank & Trust is a branch of Wheaton Bank & Trust Company, N.A.

Executive Director Mike Selep, Board Members Frank McKay and Sue Valasto, State Representative Dagmara Avelar, Board Members Dorothy Andrews, Jake McVey and Jerry Hix at our Board of Commissionors Meeting in July.

State Representative Dagmara Avelar

Dr. Arthur Pettigrew — UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group

Y 5 Things Your Primary Care Provider Can Treat

Your primary care provider (PCP) is your go-to for annual physicals and sick visits — but they can also provide comprehensive care well beyond annual checkups, too. We asked Arthur Pettigrew, MD, a PCP with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group, to explain the additional kinds of services you might not know your PCP can provide.

What is a Primary Care Doctor?

“Your primary care provider may be a physician (Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist or physician assistant,” says Dr. Pettigrew. They practice general health care, addressing a wide variety of health concerns for patients. They are usually the first point of contact if you have a health concern. They want to build a trusting relationship with you as your long-term family provider.

Reasons We Visit Our PCP

Annual wellness

Referrals to specialists

Blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol testing

Early detection of conditions and illnesses

Flu shots and immunizations

Management of chronic conditions

Preventive care

Treatment for common illnesses

Dr. Pettigrew states, “Primary care providers offer personalized guidance in managing a number of common issues and conditions.” These include:

1. Anxiety and Depression

PCPs are often the first to identify, diagnose and initiate treatment for mental health conditions. Two of the most common diagnoses in family medicine are anxiety and depression. They can prescribe medications like antidepressants, and the most common type of referral is for mental health counseling.

2. Digestive Issues

For digestive problems, the first point of contact should be your primary care provider. For issues like acid reflux and GERD, your primary care doctor can treat you without a referral. If your PCP determines you need more specialized care, they will likely refer you to a gastroenterologist.

3. Pain Management

Pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical attention, usually beginning with their primary care provider. Your family doctor can help alleviate your pain associated with injuries, cancer, osteoarthritis, diabetes and more. They may use pain medication, steroid injections or refer you to physical therapy.

4. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Your primary care provider can effectively diagnose and treat ADHD. They can monitor medication given and alter it as needed and refer you to a psychologist or psychiatrist to supplement your treatment.

5. Gynecological Services

Women benefit from having both PCPs and OB/GYN providers. While PCPs do not provide the same specialized care that OB/GYNs do, your PCP can provide some of the same services, like prescribing birth control pills, treating vaginal or urinary tract infections and performing certain health screenings. They can also refer you for mammograms and coordinate with other specialists depending on your needs and circumstances.

Whole-Person Primary Care

“Developing an ongoing relationship with your primary care physician and making your health a priority is the best thing for you long-term,” stresses Dr. Pettigrew. Having a primary care provider helps you better manage chronic diseases and feel more satisfied with your care.

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth has more than 70 primary care providers at 16 clinics throughout the western suburbs. Each is focused on your whole-person health. Dr. Pettigrew’s office is conveniently located at 396 Remington Blvd., Suite 380 in Bolingbrook. He believes in staying up-to-date in the always evolving field of medicine. His medical interests include diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Call (224) 273-4000 to learn more or schedule an appointment today!

Dr. Arthur Pettigrew — UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group

View Dr. Pettigrew’s online profile

What fun!

summer highlights

The second half of summer went by in a flash! Here are some scenes to help us remember all the fun we had as we get ready for more coming up this fall. Keep the good times rolling, Bolingbrook!

A fun crowd turned up for our Amazing Adventures at Annerino!

It was a beautiful day for Parkie’s 5K!

We make the fun happen!

We hosted our first Chicago Bull’s Basketball Training Camp.

Big thanks to Lifestar EMS for visiting Camp Alotta Fun this summer!

Sharpening our soccer skills with Day One Sports!

“Cheerful” classes for our youngest learners!

We became hive caretakers for a day during this fantastic live apiary experience in Highland Park.

Campers show off their creation, dubbed “Baby Elephant,” on the first day of Sumobot Robotics Camp

Participants getting fit at the Lazy RIver 5K. Stay tuned for more opportunities to stay in shape this fall!

The Many Benefits of Naturalized Pond Shorelines

Dan Finn — Natural Resources, Horticulture & Turf Manager

IIn the last few years, the Bolingbrook Park District started naturalizing the shorelines around the district’s ponds. This is a long-term project where most of the ponds and steep slopes on park district property will be naturalized. Each pond will take 2–5 years to establish after the installation is complete. At this time, the naturalized shoreline will be filled with wild flowers that provide color and interest all year. The plan is to convert a few shorelines from turf grass to native prairie grasses and flowers every year. This project is geared towards providing the following benefits:

Shoreline stabilization: Turf grass leads to shoreline erosion; native plants help stabilize the shoreline.

Turf grass, even when well established, has very shallow root systems that only extend about 4 inches below ground. This makes it inadequate for holding soil in place, especially around ponds where water is constantly eroding it away. Over time, erosion of the pond shoreline can result in significant undercutting of the shoreline and eventually sections will break off and fall into the pond. This undercutting is very dangerous since sometimes you cannot see how drastic it is from the surface. Also, over time the soil that erodes will end up in the pond and can decrease the depth of the pond which can create a number of other issues. Native grasses and flowers have much deeper root systems that can extend up to 15 feet below ground. These deeper root systems do a much better job of holding soil in place and preventing erosion.

Reduce runoff contamination: Shallow root systems on turf grass allow for increased surface runoff into ponds; native root systems help filter contaminants before reaching the pond.

During heavy rain events, rain water can enter retention ponds both through the ground water and by surface runoff. Since the root systems of turf grass are shallow, the soil has less open space available to allow rain water to infiltrate the ground and filter any contaminants that may be present. This can result in contaminants such as fertilizer, pesticides, organic wastes and even motor oil making their way to ponds. When fertilizers and organic wastes make it into a pond, they add nutrients to the water that can lead to large amount of undesirable aquatic plant growth such as algae or duckweed. A native plant buffer along the shoreline helps to mitigate these issues in a number of ways. The native plants slow water flow on the surface allowing more of it to infiltrate into the ground. Any contaminant present in this water will have a chance to be filtered by the

soil and plant roots before entering the pond. Native plants will uptake the nutrients found in fertilizers and organic waste to aid in their own growth, but they will also uptake other contaminants such as heavy metals, pesticides, and oil. This will help improve the water quality for fish and other wildlife as well as improve the overall pond aesthetics by reducing the number of aquatic weeds such as algae and duckweed.

Native plants provide increased wildlife habitat. Native vegetation around ponds is vital habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other animals. With continued development of natural and agricultural areas, beneficial and native fauna numbers have been in decline. Small naturalized areas, such as those around ponds, provide these animals with a place to live and find food. It also can act as a layover spot for birds, moths and butterflies during migrations. By providing shelter, areas for reproduction, shade during hot summer days and improved water quality, the vegetation is also beneficial for aquatic animals like fish, frogs and turtles. These native plant buffers help to increase animal biodiversity not only by providing habitat, but also by discouraging the presence of certain pest species such as geese.

Naturalized shorelines reduce maintenance costs and promote staff safety.

For the Bolingbrook Park District, one of the largest benefits of installing native vegetation around ponds is the reduced cost, time and hazards associated with maintaining turf grass right up to the water. A turf grass buffer around ponds must be cut at least every 7–10 days in order to keep it aesthetically pleasing. Since many of our ponds are surrounded by steep slopes, they cannot be safely maintained by our riding mowers, which means the shoreline needs to be mowed with a push mower or string trimmed which is very time consuming. In contrast, a naturalized area, when first installed, will be maintained every 3–4 weeks. As the native plants become more established, the amount of required maintenance decreases even further. A healthy, well established native planting could require as few as 6 maintenance visits a year.

The pond and surrounding shoreline at Gateway Wetlands (680 Feathersound Dr).

Adult Gymnastics: It’s a Thing

Tess Eken — Marketing Intern

HHere at Bolingbrook Park District, programs are not just for kids! We believe it’s never too late to try something new or to revisit skills from your past. Adult gymnastics is on the rise across the United States, and Bolingbrook Park District is here to help. Adults are encouraged to challenge their strength, flexibility, and balance through our adult gymnastics program.

Christine Pontarelli, a member of our adult gymnastics class, was happy to share her experience with us. At age 34, Christine has lived in Bolingbrook for five years. As a child she briefly participated in gymnastics at her local park district, and while her past with gymnastics was short, her admiration for the sport continues today.

She discovered the opportunity for an adult gymnastics class through our Bolingbrook Park District website while searching for classes for her one-year-old son to take. She notes, “After having a baby, I just wanted to get back into fitness…if I had a designated class to attend I knew it would be fun.”

Christine participated in triathlons in recent years, but she felt the timing was right to try something different. Christine was very excited about starting the class. While she hoped her friends could join her, she continued this journey solo since she was eager to get into this offering. She was determined to explore her skill levels and abilities since she’s more mindful of her strong suits as an adult. From the very first class of the session, Christine had so much fun. It began with basic tumbling on the gymnastics floor, which happens to be her favorite aspect of the sport. We caught a glimpse of what a typical adult gymnastics class looks like at Annerino Community Center. Each class begins with stretching, and for the rest of the class they alternate their focus between various gymnastics skill areas. One day can center around floor and beam, and another day it can focus on bars and vault. Participants also work on conditioning throughout the class. Christine added that she feels like she’s taking a strength training class because of the emphasis on muscular work. While she’s building strength and flexibility, she’s also having fun. Christine described how kind everyone in the class is, and notes, “It’s a really good group…I’m hoping it grows.” She also values the instruction and support from our Gymnastics and Ninja Manager, Kirsten Lee, who works phenomenally with people of any and all skill levels.

Christine plans on continuing with the group. She says adult gymnastics excites her and allows her to get active in new

ways. She loves being able to set goals for herself in the class, and then apply her expertise outside of the class. Christine wants you to know that if you are interested in adult gymnastics, this class is worth trying out. It’s a great way to stay healthy and have

fun as a grown up. For those who want to discover new talents or bring back old ones from their youth, our adult gymnastics program is the perfect opportunity!

Christine Pontarelli

Christine Pontarelli practices vault in her adult gymnastics class.

staff spotlight Meet Dan

DDaniel manages our Natural Resources, Horticulture and Turf Management teams. His degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in Earth and Environmental Sciences along with his background in environmental restoration (and paleontology!) prepared him for the job here in Bolingbrook where he has served for almost five years.

Dan previously worked at Pizzo and Associates doing environmental restoration for about seven years. During that time, he spent his time working on a contract for the Forest Preserves of Cook County, leading crews in the management of forest preserve property. Some of his tasks were invasive species control via herbicide, invasive tree and brush removal, thinning of native tree species in woodlands and prescribed burns. Dan also spend three years there working on and leading crews for private site contracts. This consisted of managing native buffers around ponds, prairie areas for villages and park districts, and performing more traditional landscaping using primarily native plant species around facilities.

Dan has also spent time volunteering with the Forest Preserve of Cook County at the Little Red School House, where he helped with invasive tree and brush removal, installed rain gardens, assisted with the teaching and leading of school groups, and designed and constructed several displays for the nature center.

His department manages about 1,100 acres of land, 400 of which are natural areas. A typical day for Dan includes coordinating his staff, distributing assignments and making sure crews have what they need to do their jobs. He visits five to ten sites per day. You can get a glimpse of his expertise in the article that he wrote on page ten.

When Dan’s not at work he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two sons. You may see his boys enjoying a variety of park district offerings such as Ninjas and soccer. Dan can be contacted at dfinn@bolingbrookparks. org or (630) 783-6563.

advice from the expert When preparing and planting your own naturalized area, be sure to avoid the more aggressive plants. That will eventually push out others, resulting in a lack of diversity.

ABOUT US

Northern Will County Special Recreation Association (NWCSRA) represents the partnership between Bolingbrook Park District, Lockport Township Park District, Plainfield Park District, and the Village of Romeoville.

Our mission is to provide meaningful recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities that enhance their overall quality of life. See our latest program offerings at www.nwcsra.org.

INCLUSION SERVICES

NWCSRA works collaboratively with the park district to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability who wish to participate in a program through the park district. Individuals should be provided the opportunity to participate in recreation programs of their choice in the least restrictive environment. For additional questions regarding inclusion support, contact Carrie Gascoigne at 815-552-9776.

Northern Will County Special Recreation Association

Daniel Finn — Natural Resources, Horticulture & Turf Manager

park amenities

TRAILS

1 Lily Cache Greenway by Prairie Trails Park

2 Lily Cache Greenway Trail by Bloomfield Oasis / Lily Cache Sports Complex

3 DuPage River Greenway by Indian Boundary Park / Hidden Lakes

4 Knights of Columbus Park

5 Gateway Wetlands

6 ComEd Greenway

residential customer

October 1–31

October is a great month to kick-off your fitness journey. The team at Lifestyles has put together a calendar that people of all fitness levels can do. Participation is easy! Enter Beast Mode by completing at least 10 of the challenges. To receive your official Beast Mode T-shirt, please check off the days that you have completed and submit your calendar to a Customer Care Representative between October 23-November 1. (Shirt sizes are first come, first serve.) This challenge is open to Lifestyles members and non-members.

Beast Mode calendars will be available for pick up at any community center front desk on September 25.