Fall 2015 Playbook by Peoria Park District

Fall 2015 Playbook Peoria Park District

Registration Opens August 24

2016 Playbooks

A Letter From the Executive Director Fall 2015

The Peoria Park District publishes three seasonal brochures each year. The 2016 release and registration dates are as follows:

Fall will soon be in the air…and fall’s the perfect time to enjoy fun-filled activities with your Peoria Park District! Browse through your new Playbook and discover a huge array of recreational experiences just waiting for you and your family!

Edition Winter Summer Fall

Feel Great! PARK-ticipate!

Release Date January 2 April 23 August 27

Registration Opens January 4 April 25 August 29

Visit the exciting new Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum in Glen Oak Park! Then, stroll through Adventure Grove to visit your animal friends at Peoria Zoo. Top off your experience with a visit to Luthy Botanical Garden to complete a funfilled Daylong Destination in Glen Oak Park!

Layout & Design......... Gretchen Pearsall Printer......................... American Lithography

Hit the greens at Kellogg, Newman, Madison or Detweiller Golf Course…or fine tune your game at the Golf Learning Center & Academy. Shape up at the RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center, enjoy classes and activities in the RiverPlex Arena, or swim indoors at the AquaPlex. You’ll find all your favorite sports - softball, soccer, volleyball, tennis and more – plus ice skating all year round at Owens Center. And, there are Community Recreation classes and programs for all ages and interests.

Fees are listed as follows: R Resident fee paid by those who live within Park District boundaries NR Non-resident fee M Member fee paid by those who are members of a particular facility

Enjoy nature at Forest Park Nature Center…or explore miles and miles of hiking/ biking trails throughout the District. You’ll find concerts, festivals and special events at the RiverFront and other venues...50 Rock programs and events for active 50-plus adults…plus fun activities at Franciscan, Lakeview, Logan and Proctor Recreation Centers. As always, we appreciate your comments, suggestions and ideas. Your Peoria Park District is a four-time winner of the National Gold Medal Award for excellence in park and recreation management. The Peoria Park District Board of Trustees and employees are committed to providing a full-service park and recreation agency that will enrich the quality of life in our community.

National Gold Medal Grand Award Winner 2010 • 2001 • 1994 • 1971

Bonnie W. Noble Executive Director Peoria Park District

Fees

A Big THANK YOU to Our Sponsors!

If possible, please make every effort to frequent the businesses seen on the following pages. We appreciate their support, which helps to consistently bring you this brochure.

Advertise in the Playbook!

Get your message across to families, seniors, parents and teens while showing your support for recreation in the Peoria area. Your business can advertise in the Park District Playbook starting at $120. To secure a spot in our next edition call the Peoria Park District Marketing Department at 681-2839.

About the Cover

The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum is now open! See all the fun happening there on page 12. Photo by Nellie Photography.

Peoria Park District Board of Trustees • • • • •

The president and six trustees are elected and serve on a volunteer basis for a term of four years. Board meetings are scheduled on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 6 pm in the Board Room of the Noble Center, located at 1125 W. Lake Avenue, unless otherwise noted. Fall Board Meeting Dates: 9/9, 9/23, 10/14, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/9, 12/16 Meetings are open to the public. Contact the Board Secretary at 681-2801 or visit www.peoriaparks.org for agendas. Advisory Committee information is on page 93.

Timothy J. Cassidy President

Nancy L. Snowden Vice President

Kelly A. Cummings Trustee

Robert L. Johnson, Sr. Trustee

Jacqueline J. Petty Trustee

Warren E. Rayford Trustee

Matthew P. Ryan Trustee

Table of Contents 50 Rock...................................................................74-77 Advisory Committees............................................. 93 African American Hall of Fame............................ 50 After School Programs..................................... 52, 53 AquaPlex................................................ 38-41 Art ..................................................................31, 65-66 Auditions .................................................................... 67 Badminton ................................................................. 46 Barn Dance................................................................. 27 Basketball................................. 46, 50, 51, 53, 57, 71 Bicycle Safety Town................................................. 93 Bicycling.........................................................84-85, 93 Bingo............................................................................. 75 Birthday Parties...................................................90-92 Board of Trustees................................... inside cover Book Court and Sale................................................ 55 Book Signing.............................................................. 33 Bow Making ............................................................... 70 Boxing........................................................................... 51 Breakfast with Santa................................................ 48 Cake Decorating....................................................... 70 Calls from Santa...........................................................9 Camping...................................................................... 26 Camps........................................................................... 34 Camp Wokanda...................................... 26-27 Candlelight Walks..................................................... 21 Candy Cane Hunts......................................................8 Canoeing........................................................26-27, 74 Cheerleading............................................................. 65 Chinquapin................................................................. 26 Classic Movies............................................................ 74 Coaching Information............................................. 57 Community Children’s Theatre............................ 67 Community Recreation Classes.....................70-71 Computers........................................................... 50, 53 Concerts................................................................ 10, 11 CPR/AED/First Aid ................................................... 46 Critter Christmas....................................................... 17 Crochet......................................................................... 70 Dance (youth)...............................................60-62, 65 Dance (adult)................................................63-64, 77 Dodgeball................................................................... 59 Dog Parks.................................................................... 77 Drama........................................................................... 67 ELITE........................................................................80-81 Fitness (adult)..................................................... 73, 76 Flag Football .............................................................. 36 FootGolf................................................................ 24, 74 Forest Park Nature Center..................... 30-33 Foundation, Peoria Park District............................7 Franciscan Rec Complex........................ 48-49

Halloween Programs.................. 13, 17, 18, 21, 22, ................................................................. 49, 52, 54 Hayrides and Hotdogs............................................ 29 Health Classes..................................................... 46, 70 Health Fair................................................................... 52 HOI Special Recreation Association................... 69 Hiking...................................................... 27, 29, 31, 32 Historical Reenactments........................................ 29 Hockey....................................................................43-44 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonder........... 21 Holiday Events..............................................................8 Holiday Shop & Stroll.............................................. 33 Home School Programs AquaPlex................................................................... 38 Forest Park Nature Center................................... 31 Peoria Zoo................................................................ 18 Howl-Zoo-Ween........................................................ 17 Hula Hooping............................................................ 73 Ice Skating Lessons.................................................. 43 Kickball ........................................................................ 53 Kids in Motion............................................................ 48 Knitting........................................................................ 70 Kwanzaa Display....................................................... 21 Lakeview Recreation Center ................ 46-47 Landscape Consultation........................................ 20 Letters from Santa.......................................................9 Little Pint Sports....................................................... 58 Logan Recreation Center...................... 53-54 Luthy Botanical Garden........................ 20-22 Magic............................................................................ 71 Mah Jongg ................................................................. 75 Map of Facilities........................................................ 86 Marinas......................................................................... 93 Massage .............................................................. 34, 70 Masquerade Halloween Party.............................. 52 Monsters on Parade................................................. 54 Moonlight Coalition................................................ 54 Motor Mites................................................................ 48 Music............................................................................. 68 NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition............... 53 Noble Center................................................ 55 Northmore Observatory........................................ 77 OSF at the RiverPlex................................................ 37 Owens Center......................................... 42-45 Painting........................................................................ 27 Park Police................................................................... 93 Park Troupe Mirage................................................. 64 Pee Wee Sports.......................................................... 58 Peoria Park District Foundation.............................7 Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum............ ......................................................... 12-14 Peoria POPS Orchestra.................................... 64, 68 Peoria RiverFront......................................... 10 Peoria Wilds................................................................ 30 Peoria Zoo.............................................. 15-19 Personal Training............................................... 35, 75

Garage Sale.......................................................... 49, 54 Gateway Building..................................................... 88 Glen Oak Amphitheatre.............................. 11 Golf ......................................................... 23-25 Guitar Lessons........................................................... 68 VOLUNTEER! LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL...it’s next to events that need volunteers! pgs. 82-83

Piano Classes....................................................... 69, 75 Pickleball.............................................................. 46, 48 Pilates............................................................................ 73 Pioneer Days.............................................................. 28 PNC Worldwide Day of Play.................................. 11 Poinsettia Show........................................................ 21 Policies & Information............................................. 94 Preschool Splash ...................................................... 38 Proctor Recreation Center.................... 50-52 Proctor’s Playhouse ................................................ 51 Refund Policy............................................................. 94 Registration..........................................................94-96 Rentals....................................................................87-89 Retirement Planning............................................... 75 RiverFront.................................................................... 10 RiverPlex................................................ 34-37 Rock Climbing Wall........................................... 34, 74 Rock Island Greenway............................................. 85 Running/Races................................................... 10, 59 Scholarships............................................................... 94 Scout Programs........................................... 28, 31, 38 Seniors 50+...........................................................74-79 Shelter Rentals (at parks)....................................... 87 Skate with Santa....................................................... 44 Sommer Park.......................................... 28-29 Soccer........................................................................... 56 Songs from the Woods........................................... 30 Sports Auction and Card Show..............................7 Swim Lessons...................................................... 38-41 Synchronized Skating............................................. 43 Table Tennis................................................................ 53 Tai Ji/Tai Chi......................................................... 70, 76 Talent Show................................................................ 52 Tawny Oaks................................................................. 29 Teams Course............................................................. 29 TEC ............................................................................... 67 Tot Time....................................................................... 13 Trails........................................................................84-85 Travel.......................................................................78-79 Trunk-or-Treat............................................................ 52 Turbokick..................................................................... 73 Turkey Trot.................................................................. 59 Vagabond Tours..................................................78-79 Visual Arts..............................................................65-66 Volleyball ..................................................... 36, 48, 59 Volunteerism........................................................82-83 Water Aerobics.......................................................... 38 Weddings................................................20, 64, 88-89 Weight Loss...................................................34-37, 71 Wrestling..................................................................... 58 Yoga........................................................................ 73, 76 Youth Outreach...................................................80-81 Yule Like Peoria............................................................8 ZooBrew and Wine Too!......................................... 19 Zoo Run Run............................................................... 19 Zoo To Do.................................................................... 19 Zumba-various ......................................................... 73

2015 Fall Playbook

Classes and Events Organized By Age TOTS & PRESCHOOLERS

Calls From Santa (2-10)........................................ 9 Candy Cane Hunts (3-10).................................... 8 Dance/Tumbling (4+)........................... 60-62, 65 Explosion Cheer Team (4-16)...........................65 Halloween Party (1-12)......................................49 Happy Feet (2-5) .................................................56 Hockey (3-13)........................................................44 Ice Skating Lessons (3-6): .................................43 Letters From Santa................................................ 9 Little Pint All Star Sports...................................58 Little Pint Soccer (3-4)........................................58 Masquerade Halloween Party (2-9)..............52 Mental Math Class (4-13)..................................51 Motor Mites Gym (1-5)......................................48 Musikgarten (2-5)................................................68 Pee Wee Baseball (5-6).......................................58 Pee Wee Flag Footbal (5-6)...............................58 Pee Wee Soccer (5-6)..........................................58 PlayHouse Workshops (4-12).................... 12-13 Preschool Party (2-5) .........................................31 Preschool Splash (1-5).......................................38 Proctor’s Playhouse (0-5)..................................51 Soccer (2-5)............................................................56 Swim Lessons (6 mos.-7 yrs)..................... 39-40 Tot Time (1-3)........................................................13 Trunk-or-Treat (1-14)..........................................52 Zoo Tots (2-4)........................................................18

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

After School Programs (6-14)...................52, 53 Art Classes (6-18).......................................... 65-66 Basketball (4-15)....................................51, 57, 71 Bird Feeder Tea Time (10+)...............................31 Boxing (10-18)......................................................51 Calls From Santa (2-10)........................................ 9 Candy Cane Hunts (3-10).................................... 8 Dance Classes (6-16).................................... 60-62 Dance Team (8-13)..............................................65 Explosion Cheer Team (4-16)...........................65 Geocaching (10+)................................................31 Golf Family Lessons (7+)...................................23 Guitar (9+)..............................................................68 Halloween Party (1-12)......................................49 Hockey (3-13)........................................................44 Home School Classes: AquaPlex (5-16)...........................................38 Forest Park Nature Center (6-12)...........31 Peoria Zoo (ages 5-13)..............................18 Ice Skating Lessons (7+)....................................43 Magic (8+) .............................................................71 Masquerade Halloween Party (2-9)..............52 Mental Math Class (4-13)..................................51 Monday Night Kickball (6-12).........................53 Morning Bird Hikes (10+)..................................32 Music Classes (8+)...............................................68 NFL Punt, Pass and Kick (6-15)........................53 Piano (5-13)............................................................69 PlayHouse Workshops (4-12).................... 12-13 Primitive Survival (11+).....................................31 Recycled Gift Bags (10+)...................................31 Reverse Science Fair (grade school)..............33

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Santa’s Woodland Workshop ..........................27 Shop Away for the Holiday..............................33 Spiders, Oh My! (5+)...........................................32 Swim Lessons (7-15).................................... 39-41 Synchronized Skating .......................................43 Theatre Education for Children......................67 Tree ID Walks (10+)..............................................32 Trunk-or-Treat (1-14)..........................................52 Vocal Music Technique (8+).............................68 Volleyball Basics (8-12)......................................51 Winter Break Camp (5-12)................................34 Winter Nature Art Series (5-10).......................31 Wrestling (6-15)....................................................58

YOUNG ADULT - ADULT

Art Classes (14-18)........................................ 65-66 Boxing (10-18)......................................................51 Cake Decorating (12+).......................................70 Crochet (9+)...........................................................70 Dance (15+).................................................... 63-64 Gardening Classes........................................ 21-22 Holiday Bows........................................................70 Hula Hoop Fitness (14+)...................................73 Ice Skating Lessons (7+)....................................43 Illinois River Bluff Trail Hike..............................27 Knitting (9+)..........................................................70 Magic (8+) .............................................................71 Pilates (16+)...........................................................73 Pound (14+)...........................................................73 Proctor Center Talent Showcase....................52 Restoration Workdays (14+) .............29, 30, 32 Swim Lessons (16+)............................................41 Tai Ji (ages 16+)....................................................70 Tone and Stretch (15+)......................................73 Volleyball Leagues (14-18)...............................36 Volunteerism (14+)...................................... 82-83 Yoga (13+)..............................................................73 Zumba-various (16+).........................................73

ADULTS ONLY: 18+

Adult Kick Back.....................................................53 Badminton.............................................................46 Barre Class..............................................................73 Basketball (Leagues)...........................................46 Basketball (Open Gyms)....................................50 CPR/AED/First Aid...............................................46 Dodgeball League...............................................59 Dynamic Duos Basketball Tournament.......53 GED Classes...........................................................54 Golf Lessons/Clinics/Tourneys........................23 Hockey League.....................................................45 Ice Skating Lessons ............................................43 Job Hunt at Logan...............................................53 Losing Weight Without Hunger......................71 Massage..................................................................70 Moonlight Coalition...........................................54 Personal Training.................................................35 Pickleball.........................................................46, 48

Rretirement Planning....................................75 South Side Chess Club.......................................50 Staging Your Home.............................................71 Swimming Lessons.............................................41

Volleyball Leagues.......................................36, 59 Volleyball, Open ..................................................48 Running/Races.......................................10, 17, 59 Zoo To Do...............................................................19 ZooBrew and Wine Too!....................................19

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Animal Encounters .............................................32 Annie Jr....................................................................67 Barn Dance............................................................27 Book Sale ...............................................................55 Breakfast at the Zoo...........................................18 Breakfast with Santa...........................................48 Candlelight Walks................................................21 Canoe Trip to Banner Marsh............................27 Chinquapin............................................................26 Christmas on the Ghost Front.........................29 Civil War Winter Quarters..................................29 Community Garage Sale............................49, 54 Concerts...........................................................10, 11 Constellation Hike...............................................29 Creatures of the Night.......................................32 Critter Christmas..................................................17 Eagles on the Illinois River...............................33 Erin Feis...................................................................10 Family Zoo Snooze..............................................18 Grandparents Day...............................................17 Hayrides and Hotdogs.......................................29 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders.....21 Holiday Shop and Stroll....................................33 Howl-Zoo-Ween...................................................17 I Spy Hike................................................................32 Illinois River Sweep.............................................32 Klymaxx Back On Top Tour...............................11 Kwanzaa Display..................................................21 Letters from Santa................................................. 9 Logan Center Fall Open House.......................54 Logan Center Holiday Party.............................54 Marshmallow Peep Dioramas.........................28 Monsters on Parade............................................54 Nature Art Show..................................................33 Nature Photography Contest..........................32 Oktoberfest............................................................10 Old Time Folk & Country Jam..........................32 Peoria POPS Concerts........................................68 Pioneer Days.........................................................28 Play With Garbage Day......................................54 PlayHouse 100th Day.........................................12 PNC Worldwide Day of Play.............................11 Poinsettia Show...................................................21 River Spirit Flute Circle.......................................32 Songs from the Woods......................................30 Sports Auction and Card Show........................ 7 Yule Like Peoria...................................................... 8 Wellmobile.............................................................54 Winter Wonder Walk...........................................33 Zoo After Dark......................................................18

ADULTS: 50+

50 Rock Section........................................ 74-77 PC’s Cafe.............................................................50

MONDAY

7 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Labor Day Picnic, p. 10 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Closed: Owens Center, Noble Center, Proctor Center, Franciscan Rec Complex

14 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

21 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Das Bier Run, p. 10 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

28 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

6 Story Hike, p. 32 Closed: Owens Center Symphony Sunday, p. 10 Open Badminton, p. 46

13 Rocky Glen Workday, p. 30 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Tree ID Walk, p. 32 Grandparents Day, p. 17 Open Badminton, p. 46

20 Chinquapin, p. 26 PlayHouse 100th Day, p. 12 Oktoberfest, p. 10 Open Badminton, p. 46

27 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Fine Art Fair, p. 10 Pioneer Day, p. 28 Open Badminton, p. 46

September 12 • See page 11

SUNDAY

29 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

22 His Girl Friday, p. 74 Pickleball Clinic, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

15 Springdale Cemetery Workday, p. 30 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

8 Roberta, p. 74 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Fun and Fit, p. 76

1 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

TUESDAY

30 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

23 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

16 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

9 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

2 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Core on the Floor, p. 76 Fun and Fit, p. 76

WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY

25 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Fun and Fit, p. 76

18 Chinquapin, p. 26 Ice Skating Show, p. 44 Oktoberfest, p. 10 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Fun and Fit, p. 76

11 Too White Crew, p. 10 Constellation Hike, p. 29 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Fun and Fit, p. 76

4 Camp Wokanda Workday, p. 27, 30 Blues Fest, p. 10 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Fun and Fit, p. 76

SATURDAY

26 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 Springdale Cemetery Workday, p. 30 Community Indoor Garage Sale, p. 49 Fine Art Fair, p. 10 Walk for the Mind, p. 36

19 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 Chinquapin, p. 26 Illinois River Sweep, p. 32 Adult Kick Back, p. 53 Oktoberfest, p. 10

12 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 PNC Worldwide Day of Play, p. 11 Giant Marble Run, p. 13 Four Shillings Short, p. 30 Rink-A-Dink-Dink Book Signing, p. 33 Joe Stamm Band, p. 10

5 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 32 Morning Bird Hike, p. 32 Blues Fest, p. 10

Yoga, Zumba, Hula Hoopin’ and Barre A variety of days and times, p. 73

24 Pickleball Clinic, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46 Preschool Splash, p. 38

17 Retirement Planning, p. 75 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46 Preschool Splash, p. 38

10 Haunted Forest, p. 13 Fall Open House, p. 54 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46 Preschool Splash, p. 38

3 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46 Preschool Splash, p. 38

THURSDAY

SEPTEMBER 2015 • Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary

5 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

12 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

19 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Fall Used Book Sale, p. 72 Monday Night Kickball, p. 53 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

26 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

11 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Bark in the Park, p. 10 Open Badminton, p. 46

18 Rocky Glen Workday, p. 30 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Fall Used Book Sale, p. 72 PNC Bank Peoria Marathon, p. 10 Open Badminton, p. 46

25 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Pioneer Day, p. 28 Open Badminton, p. 46

MONDAY

4 Bill Staines, p. 30 Memory Walk, p. 10 Open Badminton, p. 46

Preschool Splash Monday-Friday, p. 38

SUNDAY

WEDNESDAY

27 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Open Pickleball, p. 48

20 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Open Pickleball, p. 48

13 Charade, p. 74 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Open Pickleball, p. 48

6 Open Pickleball, p. 48

28 Tawny Oaks Workday, p. 29, 30 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

21 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

14 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

7 South Side Chess Club, p. 50 Community Health Fair, p. 52 Volleyball Basics, p. 51 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

50 Rock Fitness Classes A variety of days and times, p. 76

Yoga, Zumba, Hula Hoopin’ and Barre A variety of days and times, p. 73

TUESDAY

29 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Hayrides and Hotdogs, p. 29 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

22 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Masquerade Halloween Party, p. 52 Hayrides and Hotdogs, p. 29 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46

15 Retirement Planning, p. 75 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Hayrides and Hotdogs, p. 29 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46

8 Hayrides and Hotdogs, p. 29 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46

1 Illinois River Bluff Trail Hike, p. 27 Hayrides and Hotdogs, p. 29 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Open Basketball, p. 46

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

30 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Halloween Party, p. 49 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

23 Barn Dance, p. 27 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

16 Auditions for Annie Jr., p. 67 Creatures of the Night, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

9 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Howl-Zoo-Ween, p. 17 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

2 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

OCTOBER 2015 • Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary SATURDAY

31 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Spiders, Oh My!, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Trunk-or-Treat, p. 52 Monsters on Parade, p. 54

24 Forest Park Workday, p. 30, 32 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Pumpkin Bash, p. 17

17 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Fall Used Book Sale, p. 72 Adult Kick Back, p. 53

10 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Superhero 5K, p. 10 Twins Club Sale, p. 36 Howl-Zoo-Ween, p. 17

3 Observatory Viewing, p. 77 Peoria POPS Fall Concert, p. 68 Morning Bird Hike, p. 32 Wellmobile, p. 54 Walk to Remember, p. 36

2 Tawny Oaks Workday, p. 29, 30 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

9 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

16 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

23 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

30 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

8 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 I Spy Hike, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

15 Rocky Glen Workday, p. 30 Turtle Encounter, p. 32 Civil War Winter Quarters, p. 29 Open Badminton, p. 46

22 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Turkey Trot, p. 59 Open Badminton, p. 46

29 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

MONDAY

1 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Snake Encounter, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Sports Auction and Card Show, p. 7 Open Badminton, p. 46

SUNDAY

25 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

18 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

11 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Closed: Noble Center

4 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 South Side Chess Club, p. 50 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51 Preschool Splash, p. 38

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

26 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Closed: Forest Park Nature Center, Noble Center, Proctor Center, Logan Center, Franciscan Rec Complex

19 Retirement Planning, p. 75 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

12 Tawny Oaks Workday, p. 29, 30 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

5 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

Yoga, Zumba, Hula Hoopin’ and Barre A variety of days and times, p. 73

24 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

17 The Last Time I Saw Paris, p. 74 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

10 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

3 This is the Army, p. 74 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48 Preschool Splash, p. 38

TUESDAY

28 Morning Bird Hike, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Digging for Dax, p. 37 Preschool Splash, p. 38

21 Forest Park Workday, p. 30, 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Adult Kick Back, p. 53

14 Andy Hatfield, p. 30 Talent Showcase, p. 52 Play with Garbage Day, p. 54 Civil War Winter Quarters, p. 29

7 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 32 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Pedal for Parkinson’s, p. 37

SATURDAY

Core on the Floor Mondays and Wednesdays, p. 76

Fun and Fit Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, p. 76

27 “Green” Friday Sale, p. 30 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Preschool Splash, p. 38 Closed: Noble Center, Proctor Center, Logan Center, Franciscan Rec Complex

20 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38

13 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38

6 Springdale Cemetery Workday, p. 30 Nature Photography Show, p. 32 Native Seed Exchange, p. 33 Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53 Preschool Splash, p. 38

FRIDAY

NOVEMBER 2015 • Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary

MONDAY

7 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

14 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Holiday Party, p. 54 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

21 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13

28 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Tot Time, p. 13

6 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

13 Annie Jr., p. 67 Rocky Glen Workday, p. 30 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Snake Encounter, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

20 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Kids’ ‘Shop Away for the Holiday,’ p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

27 Old Time Folk & Country Jam, p. 32 Turtle Encounter, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21 Open Badminton, p. 46

Yoga, Zumba, Hula Hoopin’ and Barre A variety of days and times, p. 73

Preschool Splash Monday-Friday, p. 38

SUNDAY

29 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

22 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

15 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

30 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53

23 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53

16 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

9 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

2 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 South Side Chess Club, p. 50 Motor Mites, p. 48 Kids in Motion, p. 48 Tot Time, p. 13 Job Hunt, p. 53 Proctor’s Playhouse, p. 51

1 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

8 The Royal Wedding, p. 74 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

WEDNESDAY

TUESDAY

31 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21 Closed: Noble Center, Proctor Center, Logan Center, Franciscan Rec Complex

24 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Closed: Noble Center, Proctor Center, Logan Center, Franciscan Rec Complex

17 Retirement Planning, p. 75 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

10 Annie Jr., p. 67 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Holiday Party, p. 52 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

3 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Volleyball, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 48

THURSDAY

26 Morning Bird Hike, p. 32 Insects and Spiders Encounter, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Kwanzaa Display, p. 21

19 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Skate with Santa, p. 44 Adult Kick Back, p. 53

12 Annie Jr., p. 67 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Shop and Stroll, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Christmas on the Ghost Front, p. 29

5 Peoria POPS Christmas Show, p. 68 Traveler’s Dream, p. 30 River Spirit Flute Circle, p. 32 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Breakfast with Santa, p. 48 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Community Garage Sale, p. 54 Jingle Bell Run, p. 37 Critter Christmas, p. 17

SATURDAY

Core on the Floor Mondays and Wednesdays, p. 76

Fun and Fit Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, p. 76

25 All Facilities Closed

18 Christmas Sale, p. 30 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Shop and Stroll, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

11 Annie Jr., p. 67 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Shop and Stroll, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

4 Springdale Cemetery Workday, p. 30 Nature Art Show, p. 33 Holiday Shop and Stroll, p. 33 Holiday Poinsettia Show, p. 21 Motor Mites, p. 48 Open Pickleball, p. 46 Table Tennis, p. 53

FRIDAY

DECEMBER 2015 • Drop In Events - No Registration Necessary

18th Annual

sports auction and card show

S! D R CA ON! I T AUC LE! F F RA

to Benefit Youth Sports in Peoria Previous years’ events included items from:

Sunday, November 1

RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center Card Show: 10:00 am-3:00 pm • LIVE Auction: 2:00 pm Silent Auction • Raffle Drawing

$1.00 Admission FREE for Kids 12 & Under A “must show” for any sports enthusiast! Sports card vendors will be set up to buy, sell, or trade their sports cards and collectibles. The live auction will begin at 2:00 pm and includes autographed sports memorabilia and season tickets.

For information on attending, donating items or setting up a table, call Scott at 681-2868.

Archie Griffin Andre Agassi Ferguson Jenkins Drew Brees Nolan Ryan Andrew Luck Carlton Fisk Peyton Manning Jennie Finch Jimmie Johnson Gale Sayers Phil Mickelson Arnold Palmer Jim McMahon Danica Patrick Mario Lemieux Mike Singletary Andre Dawson Dirk Nowitzki President George H. Bush President Jimmy Carter John Travolta Many NASCAR greats, Entertainers, and much more!

Peoria Park District Foundation Emily Cahill • 681-2803 • ecahill@peoriaparks.org The Peoria Park District Foundation focuses on enhancing and providing public educational, adult learning, and youth outreach programs and opportunities to the Peoria community, especially those taking place on Park District property or in connection with Park District leisure and recreation opportunities.

Your tax-deductible donation can help adults earn their GED, students learn respect and the benefits of hard work, or our youngest citizens learn through play. Donate today! All donations may be made to the Peoria Park District Foundation, 1125 West Lake Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614.

2015 Fall Playbook

Celebrate the Season

Candy Cane Hunts NORTHTRAIL PARK December 5 • Noon Ages 3-10: CODE 66884 Fee-R/NR: $4/$9

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GLEN OAK PARK

December 5 • 2 pm Ages 3-10: CODE 66891 Fee-R/NR: $4/$9

Someone’s been hiding candy canes again! Bring your kids out to Northtrail Park or Glen Oak Park to hunt for candy canes. There will be hunt areas for 3-5 year olds and 6-10 year olds. Dress warmly and bring something to collect your goodies! Parents must accompany their children. Register by November 30.

Thank you to Hy-Vee for supporting the Candy Cane Hunt.

24th Annual Yule Like Peoria “Holiday Walk-A-Bout ” Friday, November 27 • 6 pm Courthouse Lighting • 6:30-9:00 pm Walk-A-Bout

Holiday Poinsettia Show and Candlelight Walks Luthy Botanical Garden • Friday, 11/20 - Thursday, 12/31

The holiday season would not be complete without a visit to our Conservatory, where our tropical collection blends with hundreds of poinsettias to create a wonderland unmatched anywhere in Peoria! From 6-9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, view the Poinsettia Show under the warm glow of hundreds of candles.

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Holiday Shop and Stroll at

Forest Park Nature Center

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Fridays: 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 and Saturday: 12/12 • 6-8:30 pm

Experience a nighttime stroll on a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, hot wassail and goodies; view and/or purchase unique nature-related artwork from the Nature Art Show & Sale; and shop for eco-friendly, organic, and Fair Trade items at the Trailhead Nature Store.

Kids’ ‘Shop Away for the Holiday’! December 20 • 1:30-4:30 pm • Forest Park Nature Center

Bring the kids to the Nature Center to do their Christmas shopping! Prices range from around $1 and up.

www.peoriaparks.org

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Breakfast with Santa

Franciscan Rec Complex December 5 • 10 am-12 pm • Free Donuts, pastries, coffee and OJ will be served. Santa will be available for pictures. There will be games, a coloring contest, and fun for all ages.

See Page 48

LETTERS from SANTA

Calls from Santa

LLAMADAS de SANTA

Your child, grandchild, neighbor or friend can receive a special letter from the jolly old man. Santa can tell them how good they’ve been, comment on their great grades or remind them to spend a little more time picking up their toys.

Sunday, 12/13 • FREE

(for children ages 2-10 only please) Give your child the chance to personally convey his or her wish list to Santa Claus this season with a call from the jolly old man or one of his helpers. Registered children can expect their call between 1 and 3 pm.

There is a $4 fee for this program. Send in the form below, or look for more detailed flyers beginning November 2 at Peoria Park District facilities and online at www.peoriaparks.org. Return your form by December 7.

Flyers with details will be available at Peoria Park District facilities by November 2.

LETTERS from SANTA Please fill out this form and return with $4 cash or check by December 7 to: Peoria Park District • 1125 W Lake Ave • Peoria, IL 61614

Thank you to Kroger for supporting Calls from Santa.

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This form allows Santa to personalize the letter to each individual.

Critter Christmas Saturday, December 5 • Peoria Zoo

Name ________________________________________ Nickname _____________________________________ Age __________________________________________ Behavior to compliment _________________________ Behavior to improve _____________________________ Favorite food __________________________________ Sibling names __________________________________ Pets’ name(s) __________________________________

Holiday Bows

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9:00 am-11:00 am • $6/members, $12/non-members Enjoy a light breakfast and crafts in our lodge before heading out into the Zoo. Starting at 10 am, watch our animals open their gifts.

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Santa’s Woodland Workshop

$8/elf • Camp Wokanda Session 1: 12/12 @10 am-12:30 pm See Page 27 Session 2: 12/12 @ 2-4:30 pm Session 3: 12/13 @ 1-3:30 pm Each “elf” can pick out three quality, hand-crafted gifts to construct and take home.

This class will teach you how to make bows for holiday decorations, corsages, craft projects and more. Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

67392

Sa: 10/10

9:30 am-12 pm

Noble Center

67841

W: 11/11

6-8:30 pm

Noble Center

67842

M: 11/30

6-8:30 pm

FRC

Christmas on the Ghost Front at Sommer Park Saturday, 12/12 • 10 am-4 pm • $5/vehicle

An exciting reenactment event to highlight how soldiers braved the cold weather during December 1944 in WW II.

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Proctor Center Holiday Party December 12 • 6-7:30 pm All Ages • $3

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Logan Center Holiday Party December 14 • 4-7 pm Ages 6-12 • $1

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Christmas Trips with See Page 79 Vagabond Tours 2015 Fall Playbook

Peoria RiverFront

CEFCU Center Stage: 200 NE Water Street • RiverFront Offices: 689-3019

Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/riverfrontevents Scan our QR for more event information!

AUGUST

Erin Feis • August 28-30

NEW! Blarney Blitz A Do 5K August 28 • Festival Park • 6:30 pm • www.runningcentral.com

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SUNDAY

MONDAY

The Peoria Park District and the St. Patrick Society of Peoria are pleased to welcome back the annual Irish Festival, Erin Feis for its 19th anniversary on the RiverFront! This 3-day event showcases Irish heritage through song, dance, food, drink, and cultural exhibits. Don’t miss the talented Irish bands and musicians on multiple stages and vendor marketplace. www.erinfeispeoria.com

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

4 Blues Fest

FRIDAY

5 Blues Fest

SATURDAY

6 Symphony Sunday @ Festival Park Free

7 Labor Day Picnic @ Festival Park Free

11 Too White Crew @ The Landing • $7 Gates Open 7:30 pm

12 NASH FM Concert Joe Stamm Band @ The Landing

18 Oktoberfest 5-11 pm

19 Oktoberfest 12-11 pm

20 Oktoberfest 10:30 am-5 pm

21 Das Bier Run 5K 12:30-2 pm

26 Fine Art Fair 10 am-5 pm

27 28 Fine Art Fair • 10 am-5 pm

OCTOBER MEMORY WALK Sunday, 10/4 • Liberty Park www.alz.org/illinoiscentral/in_my_community_walk.asp

SUPERHERO 5K & KIDS’ VILLAIN CHASE Saturday, 10/10 • Festival Park www.peoriasuperhero5k.com BARK IN THE PARK Sunday, 10/11 • Festival Park www.peoriahs.org PNC BANK PEORIA MARATHON Sunday, 10/18 • Peoria RiverFront www.runrivercity.com

www.peoriaparks.org

SEPTEMBER

TUESDAY

Oktoberfest (9/18-9/20)

The Peoria Park District and the German American Central Society are pleased to welcome back Oktoberfest for its 20th anniversary! This 3-day event showcases German heritage through song, dance, food, drink, and cultural exhibits. Don’t miss the talented German bands and musicians on multiple stages. New in 2015: An expanded carnival area with rides and games! www.peoria-oktoberfest.org.

Das Bier Run (9/20)

This 5K fun run by the Peoria Jaycees and German American Central Society takes you on a course through downtown Peoria and along the RiverFront trail. Each participant receives a commemorative stein and admission to Oktoberfest. Registration is $25 before 9/1 and $30 after. www.DasBierRun.com.

Fine Art Fair (9/26-9/27)

The annual Fine Art Fair features 150 artists, live music, and a Kids Art Festival. For more information, please visit www.peoriafineartfair.com.

PNC Bank Peoria Marathon (10/18)

The 2015 PNC Bank Peoria Marathon is Peoria’s premier running event featuring a full marathon, marathon relay, half marathon, 5k, and youth run.

Glen Oak Amphitheatre

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2218 N. Prospect (in Glen Oak Park) • 681-2854 AT A GLANCE The Glen Oak Amphitheatre is located in Glen Oak Park next to the Lagoon. It hosts weekly Municipal Band concerts, family-friendly movies, and a variety of special events in the summer months. It features a stage and bandshell that is perfect for performances. The Amphitheatre seats 1,000 on benches, plus there is almost unlimited seating in the grassy area. The Amphitheatre is available for private rentals. MANAGER Billie McKenzie: bmckenzie@peoriaparks.org RENTALS See pg. 88-89

September 13 Tickets start at $25

The Back On Top Tour

With performances by: The Deele • The Manhattans • The Floaters II D Extreme (D’Extra Wiley, Jermaine Mickey and Randy Gill)

KLYMAXX featuring Cheryl Cooley

with special guest Kristian DeLayne and hosted by Comedian Freeman Brown Tickets are $25/lawn or $35/VIP. Visit www.showclix.com, call 1-888-718-4253, or stop by the Noble Center to purchase tickets.

Saturday, September 12, 2015 11:00 am-3:00 pm • Glen Oak Park

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We kick off with a FUN RUN at 10:30 am!

FREE! FUN ACTIVITIES Gaga Pit 9 Square March Madness 2 Ball Peoria PlayHouse Marble Run

Bags Tournament

Carnival Games

Kids Fitness

Pickleball Early Childhood Forum Fair Obstacle Course

FREE! TOUCH A TRUCK

Where children get up close and personal with trucks and rub elbows with community heroes.

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Everyone’s a kid today! Everyone pays children’s admission at the Peoria Zoo all day! 2015 Fall Playbook

Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum

2218 N Prospect Rd (in Glen Oak Park) • 323-6900 • www.peoriaplayhouse.org

FAMILY WORKSHOPS AND KID WORKSHOPS Peoria Zoo - p. 15 Luthy Botanical Garden - p. 20 AT A GLANCE The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and creators of the world. We do this in part through understanding, supporting and promoting play in the fullest sense of the word, one that includes imagination and creativity. DIRECTOR Rebecca Shulman Herz: rherz@peoriaparks.org HOURS Monday Tuesday (members only) Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

9 am-4 pm 9 am-12 pm 9 am-4 pm 9 am-6 pm 9 am-4 pm 9 am-4 pm 12 pm-5 pm

ADMISSION FEES Children under 1 Free Ages 1-64 $8 Seniors 65+/Active Military $7 GIFT SHOP Looking for the perfect birthday present for a child under the age of 12? Visit the Peoria STOREia at the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, or consider giving the gift of play with a PlayHouse membership. RENTALS The PlayHouse is available to rent for private parties and events. Call 681-2853 for additional information. BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 90-92 VOLUNTEER The PlayHouse depends upon its wonderful volunteers and interns.

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PlayHouse workshops follow a Maker Space philosophy, engaging participants in handson, cross-disciplinary projects that involve innovation and problem solving. Enrollment in Family Workshops and Kid Workshops is limited; we encourage you to register in advance. You may do this by completing our on-line registration form, visiting the PlayHouse, or calling 323-6892. Please note, museum admission is not included in the workshop fee. Admission is free for Members.

Kid Workshops

Kid Workshops are for 8-12 year olds, allowing parents to enroll their older child in this program while exploring the PlayHouse with younger children. Time: 10 am-12 pm Cost: $10 / $8 members Build your Minecraft Crafting Table September 19 Bring the digital to reality in this workshop. Create your own crafting table, like the table in Minecraft. Halloween Costume Creations October 17 Halloween is fast approaching – what do you want to dress as? Join us to make a costume out of cardboard, foil, plastic, wood – anything other than fabric!

Celebrate our 100th day!

September 20 • 12-5pm On September 20, the Peoria PlayHouse will be 100 days old. Come celebrate with cake, special masks, and art-making activities using 100 straws, 100 cups, 100 spoons, 100 bags, and more!

Everything Old Is New Again November 21 Just because something is old doesn’t mean it doesn’t have worth. Take old furniture and revitalize it. Learn how to strengthen the piece, then repaint it to create something new and exciting. You can bring your own old furniture or use a piece we provide. Light up the Long Winter Night December 19 Play with light! Learn some basic circuitry and create your own battery-powered light for your home. Speed Boat Race January 23, 2016 Making a boat is one thing - but can you make it move? Kids will design a boat that is self-powered, and compete against each other for the fastest boat award!

Family Workshops

These workshops engage children ages 4-10 and grownups of any age in exploration and hands-on making. Time: 10 am-12 pm Cost: $15 per pair (one grownup + one child) / $10 members; $5 per additional family member. Upcycled Lunch Bags • September 5 The school year is here, and how cool would it be to have a lunch bag you made yourself?! Come and experiment with materials and make something that is unique to you. Grownups are invited to make their own lunch bags, too. Halloween Costume Creations • October 3 Halloween is fast approaching – what do you want to dress as? Join us to make a costume out of cardboard, foil, plastic, wood – anything other than fabric! Everything Old Is New Again • November 7 Just because something is old doesn’t mean it doesn’t have worth. Take old furniture and revitalize it. Work together to repair and strengthen the piece, then repaint it to create something new and exciting. You can bring your own old furniture or use a piece we provide. Light up the Long Winter Night • December 5 Play with light! Learn some basic circuitry and create your own battery-powered lights for your home.

TRANSFORMATION EVENTS Free with Museum admission. During Transformation Events we invite visitors to drop in and join us in creating collaborative large-scale projects. After visiting the PlayHouse exhibits or exploring Glen Oak Park, visitors can return to see how the project has grown and changed over time! Giant Marble Run • September 12 Part of PNC Worldwide Day of Play! Add to a PlayHouse marble run. How far can it go and what will it do? Check back later to see how your part fits with what others have added! Haunted Forest • October 10 Work together with other visitors to make the park spooky for Halloween. Together we will transform the trees and surrounding areas to create a haunted Glen Oak Park.

Speed Boat Race • January 9, 2016 Making a boat is one thing - but can you make it move? Families will design a boat that is self-powered, and compete against other families for the fastest boat award!

Tot Time

Starting August 24 Mondays & Wednesdays • 10 am-11:15 am $7 per pair/$5 members* The PlayHouse offers a special program for children 1-3 years of age and their grownups. Programs include story or music time, followed by an activity in the galleries and a hands-on project.

Don’t miss out on all the fun become a PlayHouse member today!

See page 14 for details.

*Museum admission is not included in the workshop fee, and is required for participating in this program. Admission is free for Members.

Have your birthday party at the PlayHouse! See all our party options on page 90.

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Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum SCHOOL AND GROUP PROGRAMS A “field trip” is a visit out into the world, to learn more about it. When scientists conduct field work, they leave their offices or laboratories to learn more about the world. Students, like scientists, learn by observing, exploring, and experimenting with the landscapes and life forms they encounter. The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum is a safe and exciting place for children to conduct field work: to explore, experiment, and learn. When school groups visit the PlayHouse, students are encouraged to take on roles such as scientist, engineer, farmer, and artist, and to develop and deepen their curiosity and knowledge. The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum welcomes visits from non-profit or educational groups. Groups may choose one of two visit options: the Field Guide Program or the Explore/Challenge/Become Program. They may also opt to add a preor post-program workshop conducted in the museum or at their school.

Field Guide Program, 60-90 min $3 per student & chaperone + free admission for school staff

Add a Workshop, 45-60 min $50 per class Select a workshop for your class before or after the visit. Before the visit, students can make something to use in the museum. After the visit, students can respond to their visit. Check our website or contact us for more information on available workshops.

Students start their visit with activities that spark curiosity and experimentation. They then move into the galleries to play and explore, and collect their own questions, experiments and the roles they tried out while visiting. Before they leave the PlayHouse, students and adults share their experiences and see what questions or ideas they can continue to explore back in the classroom.

Want to book these workshops at your school, days or weeks in advance of or after your visit? Add $25 per day per school for educator travel expenses.

Explore/Challenge/Become, 2-3 hrs $5 per student +$3 per chaperone + free admission for school staff The visit starts with the Field Guide Program described above, and continues with further exploration. After spending time in the exhibits the group will return to the classroom to try three activities related to the exhibits. Each student will choose which activity interests them the most, and then participate in an extended challenge related to that activity.

PlayHouse Teacher Team How can a children’s museum best support classroom communities and individual teachers and students? What is the relationship between play, exploration, and learning? What can the museum do for you? Help us figure it out. If you are interested in being a creative influence on the school program offerings please complete the online application by September 18.

BECOME A PLAYHOUSE MEMBER TODAY!  Family Membership: $85 Unlimited visits for up to two adult cardholders and their children under the age of 18.

Adult #1______________________________ Adult #2______________________________

 Grandparent Membership: $85 Unlimited visits for up to two grandparents and their grandchildren under the age of 18.

Home phone___________________________ Business phone_______________________

 Premium Membership: $125 A Family or Grandparent Membership, PLUS five one-time entry guest passes to the PlayHouse and reciprocal admission to over 200 children’s museums across the country through the Association of Children’s Museums. Both adult cardholders must reside at the same address. RETURN TO: Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum 2218 N. Prospect Road Peoria, IL 61603

14 www.peoriaparks.org

Address_____________________________________________________________________ City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________

Email__________________________________ Number of children under 18 ___________  Gift Membership (optional) I am purchasing this membership as a gift for the person(s) indicated above. My information is: Name______________________________ Occasion _______________________________ Address_____________________________________________________________________ City, State, ZIP________________________________________________________________ Please send the gift membership cards to me rather Phone___________________________ than directly to the membership recipients listed. Credit Card charge $__________

Check for $________ (payable to Peoria Park District)

Visa Mastercard Discover Amex Card #________________________________ Signature _____________________________

Expiration Date ______/______

BECOME A PEORIA ZOO MEMBER TODAY TO VISIT PEORIA ZOO FOR FREE! Looking for a perfect gift for your friends and loved ones? Buy a Peoria Zoo Membership as a birthday, anniversary or holiday gift today! Your gift of a membership will last one year from the date of purchase. Gift purchases may be made by mail, phone or at the Zoo Front Desk!

Membership makes every day a Zoo day! Meerkat Mondays Wallaby Wednesdays Spider Monkey Saturdays Go to www.peoriazoo.org or call 309-681-3500 for category details:          

Individual • $40 Joint • $60 Family • $85 Grandparent • $85 Family Plus • $110 Grandparent Plus • $110 Zoo Booster • $150 Zoo Benefactor • $300 Zoo Patron • $500 Pride of the Zoo • $1000

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2015 Fall Playbook

Peoria Zoo

2320 N. Prospect (in Glen Oak Park) • 686-3365 • www.peoriazoo.org

Have Your Child’s Next Birthday Party at Peoria Zoo! Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum - p. 12 Luthy Botanical Garden - p. 20 AT A GLANCE Peoria Zoo exhibits animals from around the world: giraffes and lions from Africa, tigers and takins from Asia, spider monkeys and snakes from South America, and so much more. The Australia Walk-About even allows you to get eye-to-eye with emus while you stroll through their home. Now is the perfect time to “Get into Peoria Zoo!” DIRECTOR Yvonne Strode: ystrode@peoriaparks.org HOURS Daily Last Admission

10:00 am-5:00 pm 4:30 pm

LODGE HOURS (APRIL-SEPTEMBER)

Sun-Fri Saturdays

ADMISSION FEES

10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 am-3:00 pm

Adults 13+ $9.00 Children 2-12 years $6.00 Seniors/Active Military $8.00 Peoria Zoo admission now includes admission to Luthy Botanical Garden! Giraffe Encounters through 9/30: 12 pm and 2:00 pm $5/person

BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 90-92 RENT THE ZOO See pg. 88-89

Lions and Tigers and Zebras, oh my! Treat your birthday party guests to the fun of Peoria Zoo. Or, have the Zoo come to you with a visit from the ZooMobile! See all our birthday party options on page 90. Shower Rentals

Deluxe Shower Package ($225): Choose from our Treetop or Tropics classroom. Deluxe package includes your chosen classroom for 2 hours, invitations, ½ sheet cake, plates, cups, forks, punch, and admission into the Zoo for 15 people. Also, we provide optional decorations and games to use for your shower! A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking party; the remainder of the balance must be paid 1 week before shower. Zooper Shower Package ($200*): Each Zooper shower includes the Tropics Classroom for 2 hours, invitations, ½ sheet cake, plates, cups, forks, and punch. Also, we provide optional decorations and games to use for your shower! (DOES NOT INCLUDE ZOO ADMISSION) *Price is for up to 25 guests, any additional guests will be $2/person. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking party; the remainder of the balance must be paid 1 week before shower.

Wedding, Reception and Fundraiser Rentals

A very unique wedding and reception venue is at Peoria Zoo. Our spacious room, the Zambezi River Lodge, looks out over the lush green vegetation of Africa!. Rhinos, giraffe, zebras, lions, mandrills and other wildlife, native to the African plains, graze peacefully while you celebrate your special day. You will have to try to remember you are in Peoria. Call (309) 681-3519 to arrange a tour today. Top 10 Reasons to have your next event at the Peoria Zoo: 10. Climate controlled space available 9. Large selection of caterers to choose from 8. Lions, monkeys & zebras 7. Indoor space located on the banks of the Zambezi River 6. Aid in planning your perfect event 5. State-of-the-art sound system 4. Rhinoceros and giraffe 3. A setting like no other in Central Illinois 2. Great rental rates 1. Everybody loves the Zoo!

Visit the Peoria Zoo Gift Shop in the Barton Pavilion

Have a hard-to-buy-for family member? Check out the Peoria Zoo gift shop! New items are arriving all the time, from clothes to stuffed animals to home décor. If that hard-to-buy-for person is a true animal lover, think about our Adopt An Animal program. From meerkats to lions to tarantulas, there is an animal for everyone at every price and all the money goes to the care for the animals at the Zoo. Prices start at $50 and include: • Certificate of adoption • Fact sheets on your animal • Zoo Tales Newsletter • Name on our adopt board

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At $250 you also receive: • An Animal gift • A personal introduction to your animal for up to 10 people

You can adopt an animal by visiting Peoria Zoo or calling (309) 681-3500. Download the brochure today at www.peoriazoo.org.

Drop-In Events at Peoria Zoo Zoo Run Run

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pgs.82-83 August 29 • 8:30 am 5K Start Time Cost: 5K • $25/Member, $30/Non-Member Youth ¼ Mile Run • $12/Member, $15/Non-Member The 37th Annual Zoo Run Run is a fun and healthy way to show your support of Peoria Zoo! The event consists of a Youth ¼ Mile Run for ages 12 and under as well as a 5k (3.1 Mile) Grand Prix Race that winds through the Zoo and Glen Oak Park.

Friday, 10/9 and Saturday, 10/10 • 5:30-8:30 pm Cost: $6 per person

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Calling all ghosts & ghouls! Join us for our annual Howl-Zoo-Ween event. With a Trick-or-Treat Trail through Africa!, magic shows, a costume contest at 7 pm each night and so much more, come out and enjoy this family friendly event.

Grandparents Day

September 13 • 11:00 am-2:00 pm Cost: regular zoo admission applies Bring your Grandma, Grandpa, Nana, or Papa out to the Zoo. Spend time learning all about the importance of families in the animal world while spending time with your own family!

Lines are scary, buy tickets ahead of time and get in faster!

NEW! Pumpkin Bash

October 24 • 11:00 am-2:00 pm regular Zoo admission applies Enjoy a mini trick-or-treat trail, games, crafts, and spooky decorations! Even learn about bat conservation and what you can do to help this timeless Halloween icon.

Howl-Zoo-Ween is sponsored by: Allen Road

Critter Christmas Saturday, December 5

9:00 am-11:00 am • $6/members, $12/non-members VOLUNTEER! Enjoy Christmas Zoo style! Enjoy a light breakfast and pgs.82-83 crafts in our lodge from 9-10 am before heading out into the Zoo. Starting at 10 am our animals get gifts here at the Zoo. Everyone from meerkats to lions to tigers will receive special treats throughout the day. Special thanks to the Ol’ Dairy Barn Christmas Tree Farms in Trivoli for the Christmas trees. Buy tickets ahead of time and skip the line!

VOLUNTEER AT THE ZOO

Peoria Zoo is growing, and we could use you as a volunteer! Are you over age 18 and interested in learning about animals? Our volunteers can train you to perform tours, handle animals or work with keepers. See pg. 83 for details. *applications for our Zoo Teen program are no longer being accepted. Applications go online in January.

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2015 Fall Playbook

Peoria Zoo Registration is required for the programs below. Please call (309) 681-3559. Zoo After Dark August 28 and September 25 7-9 pm

Cost: $20/person Interested in what goes on after the lights go out at the Zoo? Join us for this special tour as we talk about night houses, nocturnal animals and even meet some animals up close! Bring your family or bring a whole group. Registration is required. Min 10/Max 20.

NEW! Family Zoo Snooze September 18 at 7 pm to September 19 at 9 am

Cost: $32/person Ever wondered what’s going on at Peoria Zoo at night? Find out when you spend the night at the Zoo! Enjoy nocturnal tours, meet some animals up close and find out what the Zoo is like at night. Your group’s adventure begins at 7:00pm and ends the next morning at 9:00am. Snack and breakfast provided as well as admission into the Zoo the next day! Must be 5 and older to participate; one chaperone required for every 5 children.

Breakfast with the... 9-10 am

Cost: $7.50/member, $15/nonmember Our popular series is back, with new breakfast opportunities. Join us for a light breakfast while learning about the animal of the day. Then head down to their exhibit and see the featured animal enjoy their breakfast too! This is perfect for the entire family, enjoy breakfast and then head out and see the rest of the Zoo. Min/Max: 5/25.

Behind the Scenes Tours September 26 and October 31 9-10 am

Cost: $22/person (includes Zoo admission) How much do rhinos weigh? Where do giraffes sleep? All this and more will be answered during our behind the scenes tours. This hour long tour will take you into areas the public doesn’t normally get to see, you can learn more about the animals and how we care for them.

Spooky Creatures & Scary Plants Saturday, October 17 • 2-3:30 pm

Taught by Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Garden Staff Cost: $7.50/Zoo or Garden Member, $15/Nonmember Within nature, there are many spooky creatures and seriously dangerous, even frightening, plants. In the spirit of Howl-Zoo-Ween and the Chrysanthemum Show, “Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders,” we will explore sensationally spooky creatures and beautiful but dangerous plants. The class is held in the new Tropics classroom at the Zoo (use the old Zoo entrance). Halloween fun for the whole family! Spooky snacks will be served! Min/Max: 10/40.

Zoo Tots: Ages 2-4 10-10:50 am

Cost: $7/member, $15/nonmember (for each parent/child pair) Meet the animals from A to ZOO! Join us as we explore the alphabet, letter by letter. Through up-close animal encounters, crafts, and stories, you and your child can explore the amazing world of animals. Parents must attend. Min/ Max: 5/15.

Homeschool Classes: Ages 5-13 10-11:30 am Cost: $6/member, $12/nonmember Science has never been more exciting, with up-close animal encounters, tours, experiments and more. Each month is a new topic and helps to meet state standards. Parents are welcome but not required. Day-Date

Topic

W: 9/9 (formal)

Awesome Amphibians! Get Dirty! Get Outside!

Day-Date

Topic

Day-Date

Topic

Tu: 9/29 (informal)

Sa: 9/19 or Su: 9/20

Breakfast with the Zebras

Sa: 9/12 or Th: 9/17

Australia

Tu: 10/27 (informal)

Creatures of the Night

Antarctica

Armored Animals

Breakfast with the Monkeys

Sa: 10/3 or Th: 10/15

W: 11/11 (formal)

Sa: 10/17 or Su: 10/18

BEEP! BEEP!

Sa: 11/7 or Sun: 11/8

Breakfast with the Reptiles

How the Zebra Got Its Stripes

Tu: 11/24 (informal) W: 12/9 (formal)

Can You Hear Me Now?

Caps for Sale

Tu: 12/15 (informal)

Gather, Eat, Sleep

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Sa: 11/7 or Th: 11/19 Sa: 12/12 or Th: 12/17

Activities for Groups

Whether a school group, church group or a group from work, we have programs to make your visit to the Zoo more enjoyable. Don’t forget, teachers, all programs meet State Standards and that the Zoo is FREE for all Illinois public schools. Teachers and students can get in for FREE by setting up a field trip time with our front desk at 681-3530. Chaperones pay only $5. You can add a program for just an additional $3/person. Bring your class to the Zoo! Please call (309) 681-3559 for questions or to make reservations.

Zoo Adventure Combo

Ed-Zoo-Cational Adventure

Cost: $3/person, plus Zoo admission These 45-minute programs enhance any visit to the Zoo. With many topics to choose from, give your group a chance to meet some animals up close!

Cost: $5/person, plus Zoo admission Come with us as we take you on a tour through the Zoo. Our guided tours include a 45-minute class on a topic of your choice with live animals, as well as a personal guide through the Zoo to tell you about the animals and answer your questions. This program lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

ZooMobile

Not able to visit the Zoo? Have the Zoo come to you! Birds, snakes, tarantulas and more can be invited to your next birthday party, scout meeting, or celebration! Prices start at $110 within Peoria City Limits and are adjusted for distance and number of participants.

Zoo Snooze

Cost: $32/person, minimum of 20 participants Ever had a giraffe peeking in your bedroom window? You can now when you spend the night at the Zoo! Get a chance to sleep in Africa!, enjoy nocturnal tours, meet some animals up close and find out what the Zoo is like at night. Your group’s adventure begins at 7 pm and ends the next morning at 9 am. Snack and breakfast are provided as well as admission into the Zoo the next day! This program is great for scouts, church groups and so many others! Must be 5 or older to participate; one chaperone required for every 5 children. Offered throughout the summer and fall, schedule yours by calling (309) 681-3559.

2015 Fundraising and Special Events at Peoria Zoo For more information on the events below, please call (309) 681-3500 or visit www.peoriazoo.org.

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Zoo To Do

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Thursday, October 29

This wildly popular event is returning to the Zoo again in October. Socialize and sample a selection of beer and fine wine as you explore Africa! after hours at Peoria Zoo. The unforgettable event also includes appetizers, live music and dessert. For more information, please call (309) 681-3500 or visit www.peoriazoo.org.

Zoo To Do is the annual gala event at Peoria Zoo. Live entertainment, silent auction, a three-course meal, and beverages will be in full swing at this fall party. Experience how we transform and enliven the Africa! exhibit into an amazing celebration for the Zoo’s 60th birthday! Guests have the opportunity to interact with animals from our education collection as they roam the event with their keepers and get exclusive behind the scenes experiences. For more information, please call (309) 681-3500 or visit www.peoriazoo.org.

2015 Fall Playbook

Luthy Botanical Garden 2520 N. Prospect (corner of Prospect & Gift) • 681-3506

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Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum - p. 12 Peoria Zoo - p. 15 AT A GLANCE Luthy Botanical Garden encompasses 5.5 acres of landscaped displays and theme gardens that give you ideas for your own gardening endeavors. The Garden also offers a place to escape the rush of everyday life and enjoy a relaxing time in one of Peoria’s beautiful places. Make sure to visit the Rose Garden, and venture off the sidewalk to see hidden treasures at the far corners of the Garden. Enjoy the vibrant collection of tropical plants, orchids and succulents inside the Conservatory. MANAGER Bob Streitmatter: bstreitmatter@peoriaparks.org HOURS Daily 10 am-5 pm Closed 12/25 and 1/1/16 GARDEN ADMISSION Garden members and Peoria Zoo members FREE Adults 13 and over $2.50 Children 12 and under FREE PEORIA ZOO/GARDEN JOINT ADMISSION Present your Zoo admission receipt at the Garden, on the same day, and receive admission to the Garden. Present your Garden admission receipt at the Zoo, on the same day, and each paid adult admission will be discounted $2.50. GARDEN RENTALS AND WEDDINGS pg. 88-89 THE GARDEN SHOP The Garden Shop is the place for gifts, seasonal décor, jewelry and, as you would expect, some really cool houseplants. Don’t forget! Garden Members receive 10% off all Garden Shop purchases, so ask about becoming a member!

Volunteer at the Garden

Volunteers are needed year-round, VOLUNTEER! pgs.82-83 and gardening experience isn’t necessary. Call the Peoria Park District Volunteer Department at 681-2822.

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Do your wedding dreams include a beautiful garden backdrop for your ceremony or reception? Reserve your site for a wedding ceremony everyone will enjoy! You can select one of six areas for your event: • Conservatory, an indoor venue for up to 100 people • Woodland Garden • Crab Apple Cove • Wildlife Garden • The Learning Circle • The Rose Garden Some areas are able to accommodate up to 300 people. Call 681-3506 for details, or stop by the Garden Shop weekdays for more information.

Garden Services

Garden Classes & Educational Programs

We have garden classes open to the public and classes you can schedule for your school group, day care class, scout troop and more. Educators! Have you heard about Luthy School Programs? We have some exciting educational opportunities for your classroom. Learn about the rainforest and conservation under a tropical canopy in our Conservatory. Take home your own miniature biome in the ever-popular terrarium class. We also hold garden and greenhouse tours, as well as more classes. We can work with you to meet your specific needs or interests. All of our programs can be presented here at the Garden or in your classroom, and all meet Illinois State Standards for Education. Home-school groups, scout troops and community groups are always welcome. Call 681-3502 for details, scheduling, and prices.

Horticultural Presentations and Tours

Our Horticulturists are available to present a wide variety of plant/gardenrelated presentations and demonstrations to your community group or garden club. We would love to show you around the Garden and let you get to know it personally with a private tour. Prices start as low as $40 onsite; call 681-3506 for more information.

Commemorative Rose Bush

Remember a birthday, anniversary, special occasion or a loved one with a living memorial. For $30, you can honor a special person or event with a rose bush planted in our Rose Garden. You will receive a certificate telling the type, color, and location of your rose bush.

Luthy’s Landscape Consultation Service

Are your friends and neighbors envious of your garden – or are your “ornamentals” flowering weeds? Everyone wants a beautiful garden. With a little knowledge, yours can be breathtaking! Let the horticultural consultants at Luthy Botanical Garden visit your home or office for expert advice on problem areas. You’ll gain insight into your own landscape design and learn the proper techniques for fertilizing, pruning and controlling pests. Call for an appointment today! For just $40/hour ($50/hour for nonresidents), you’ll discover how beautiful your garden can be.

NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW!

”Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders” Friday, 10/9 - Sunday, 11/8

Experience the magic of Hogwarts once again as we embrace the theme of Harry Potter for the Chrysanthemum Show. Bring the kids to enjoy a spectacular showing of magical plants, Professor Sprout’s corner and even spot “Harry and Hermione!” Packed with hundreds of mums, this event makes a great escape from the fall chill in the air and offers a peaceful respite before the holiday season begins. Want more Halloween fun? Check out Howl-Zoo-Ween at Peoria Zoo!

Friday, 10/9 and Saturday, 10/10 • 5:30-8:30 pm Cost: $6 per person Calling all ghosts & ghouls! Join us for our annual Howl-Zoo-Ween event. With a Trick-or-Treat Trail through Africa!, magic shows, a costume contest at 7 pm each night and so much more, come out and enjoy this family friendly event.

Holiday Poinsettia Show

Kwanzaa Display

Friday, 11/20 - Thursday, 12/31

The holiday season would not be complete without a visit to our Conservatory, where our tropical collection blends with hundreds of poinsettias to create a wonderland unmatched anywhere in Peoria! Come visit us to pick out a special gift, get into the holiday spirit, or enjoy the festive feeling in the air. Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays, although we will accept donations.

Candlelight Walks

Fridays and Saturdays, 11/20-12/19 • 6-9 pm

Continue a holiday tradition or start a new one. Visit our Poinsettia Show at night, under the warm glow of hundreds of candles, while enjoying live performances of holiday music. As our gift to you, Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays, although we will accept donations.

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Saturday, 12/26 - Thursday, 12/31

Come learn the significance of Mishumaa Saba and Zawadi at Luthy Botanical Garden’s Kwanzaa display. Kwanzaa is an African American holiday that celebrates family, community, and culture. Learn about this wonderful cultural holiday, and see our display of African plants while you enjoy the beautiful holiday surroundings of the Poinsettia Show. Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays, although we always accept donations.

REGISTER FOR ALL CLASSES BY CALLING 681-3506. Preserving the Harvest - Canning and Preservation Class Saturday, 9/19 • 9-11:30 am • Ages 12+ Fee: $10/M, $12/NM Location: Sommer Park A general introduction to preserving your harvested fruits and veggies in which we will cover canning, freezing, dehydrating and more. Recipes and taste-testing included! This class will be held at Sommer Park in the Camp Building Kitchen.

Autumn Garden Walks with an Exuberant Gardener

9/20, 10/18 and 11/15 • 1-2 pm Fee: Standard Garden Admission Location: Luthy Botanical Garden This fun and exciting tour will take you through the Botanical Garden and showcase some of the great plants and trees in the collection. We will spotlight the trees, shrubs, grasses and perennials that bring beauty and interest to the fall garden. You can enjoy the Garden in all its beauty and maybe get some ideas of your own. No need to register.

2015 Fall Playbook

Luthy Botanical Garden REGISTER FOR ALL CLASSES BY CALLING 681-3506. Good Eats from the Garden-Fall Edition: Appreciating the Apple! Tuesday, 9/29 • 5:30-6:30 pm • Ages 12+ Fee: $8/M, $10/NM Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Register by 9/25 The third class of our 4-part culinary series celebrates seasonal garden produce and healthy recipes. This class will cover crops harvested in the fall, such as pumpkin, squash and apples. We will even have an apple-tasting, featuring some amazing locally-grown heirlooms. This class is hosted by the OSF Saint Francis Medical Center Dietetic Interns and Luthy Botanical Garden. And yes, there will be samples and tasting! Taking Advantage of Autumn Saturday, 10/3 • 9-10 am • Ages 12+ Fee: $8/M, $10/NM • Register by 10/1 Location: Peoria Zoo Tropics Classroom (use the old Zoo entrance) Fall is a busy time! The kids go back to school, holidays are approaching, and there are football games, bonfires, and leaves to rake! Prioritize your fall schedule with our timeline of tips for what to do and when with your lawn, perennials, trees, and shrubs. Grab a few fall planting ideas as well as some timely outdoor home projects and some great suggestions for fall family excursions that highlight the beauty of the midwest in Autumn. Spooky Creatures & Scary Plants Saturday, 10/17 • 2-3:30 pm • Ages 8+ Fee: $7.50/Zoo & Garden Members $15/Non-members Location: Peoria Zoo Tropics Classroom (use the old Zoo entrance) Within nature, there are many spooky creatures and seriously-dangerous, even frightening, plants. In the spirit of HowlZoo-Ween and the Chrysanthemum Show, “Hogwarts Garden of Botanical Wonders,” we will explore sensationally-spooky creatures and beautiful but dangerous plants. Spooky snacks will be served!

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Harry Potter’s Herbology Saturday, 10/10 and Saturday, 10/31 10-11 am • Ages 6+ Fee: $8/M, $10/NM Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Professors Dogwoodbreath, Snorbit, and Scratch Bottom have prepared a brand new curriculum and are ready to enlighten and educate our local wizard population - although we will allow a muggle or two to join us as well! This class is full of scary plants, magical creatures, and wizardly good times. Dressing in wizard gear is encouraged, and we can guarantee you’ll be using that wand many times! Bring a clear, clean two-liter bottle with the top removed to take home a frighteningly-feisty plant of your own!

Fantastic Bat Houses

Sunday, 10/17 • 9-11 am • Ages 8+ Fee: $15/M, $18/NM Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Have you ever wanted a more environmentally-friendly bug control method? Bats are a great way to control the bug population near your home. Come learn about bats in Illinois and make bat houses with us! Material will be provided for each house.

Garden Fun Day

Wednesday, 11/11 • 9 am-12 pm Ages 5-12 • Fee: $10/M, $12/NM Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Wondering what to do with the kids on Veterans Day? Bring ‘em over to the Garden for a couple hours of entertainment and educational fun! We have a mini-camp offering several activities and craft projects to keep your minions busy in the middle of the week! Bring an empty two-liter soda bottle and make a terrarium, create a holiday craft, and experience the magic of the garden in fall!

Good Eats from the (Winter) GardenHealthier Holidays! Tuesday, 11/17 • 5:30-6:30 pm • Ages 12+ Fee: $8/M, $10/NM • Register by 11/13 Location: Luthy Botanical Garden This is the fourth part of our culinary series celebrating seasonal garden produce and healthy recipes. We will cover produce from the late-fall/winter garden, with a focus on healthy holiday meals, using potatoes, squash, root crops, kale and more. This class is hosted by OSF Saint Francis Medical Center Dietetic Interns and Luthy Botanical Farden. Yes, there will be samples and tasting!

Wreath-Making

Saturday, 11/28, 9-11 am Sunday, 11/29, 1-3 pm Fee: $15/M, $19/NM • Register by 11/20 Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Create your very own Winter Wreath, using the foliage and textures of the season (i.e. evergreens, juniper, pine cones and dried hydrangea flowers, etc). Your wreath will be the perfect seasonal complement to a front door, window or fireplace mantel. We will provide all the supplies and greenery, just bring pruners and gloves. Houseplants 1: Surviving the Winter! Saturday, 12/5 • 9-10 am Location: Luthy Botanical Garden Fee: $8/M, $10/NM • Register by 12/4 How many of those beautiful potted plants did you drag in this fall only to see them wilt and suffer? Don’t feel bad! It happens to all of us! Come learn what went wrong (if anything) and how to avoid it in the future. This basic houseplant class will cover overwintering tropicals as well as storing summer bulbs and tubers. We will also cover some die-hard houseplants that even the blackest thumbs can keep alive through an Illinois winter!

Peoria Park District Golf

Golf Learning Center: 309-690-7162 for general golf information • www.ppdgolf.org

GOLF LESSONS

GOLF TOURNAMENTS

Adult Indoor Lessons

Adult Outdoor Lessons

Five classes at the Golf Learning Center covering everything from driving to putting. Bring a 5-iron to your first class. Rental clubs available. Age: 18+ Min/Max: 8-12 Fee-R/NR: $55/$60

Four 1-hour sessions at the Golf Learning Center covering the following: • Explain grip, stance & swing motion • Review week 1, explain full swing and work individually • Explain woods & work individually • Overall review Bring a 5-iron to your first lesson. Rental clubs available. Age: 18+ Min/Max: 3-4 Fee-R/NR: $55/$60

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Time

Code Day-Date

Time

67433

Tu: 3/1-3/22

6:00-7:00 pm

67450

T: 9/29-10/27

5:15-6:15 pm

67434

Th: 3/3-3/24

6:00-7:00 pm

67451

W: 9/30-10/28

5:15-6:15 pm

67435

Sa: 3/5-3/26

9:00-10:00 am

67452

Th: 10/1-10/29

5:15-6:15 pm

67436

Sa: 3/5-3/26

10:15-11:15 am

67453

Sa: 10/3-10/31

11:00 am-12:00 pm

Beginners Golf - Women Only

New to the game and need the basics? You’ll get five one-hour beginner lessons. Bring your clubs to the Golf Learning Center. Rental clubs available. Age: 18+ Min/Max: 8-13 Fee-R/NR: $55/$60

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Time

67437

Sa: 10/3-10/31

12:30-1:30 pm

Saturday, Sept 26-Sunday, Sept 27 Greater Peoria Fall Classic Newman and Kellogg Golf Courses

Saturday, October 3 Oktoberfest Madison Golf Course

Saturday, October 10 Select-A-Flag Newman Golf Course

Saturday, November 7 Turkey Shoot Kellogg Golf Course

Tournament entry forms are available at all courses, the Golf Learning Center and online at www.ppdgolf.org.

ADULT CLINICS: Ages 18+ All clinics held at the Golf Learning Center. Rental clubs available.

Adult Golf Clinic I: Driving

Improve ball control and direction. Bring a driver and 3 or 5 wood. Min/Max: 8-13 Fee-R/NR: $13

Code

Day-Date

Time

67441

Sa: 9/13

2:15-3:15 pm

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Adult Golf Clinic II: Putting

Better your green play. Bring a putter. Min/Max: 8-13 Fee-R/NR: $13

Golf Family Lessons

Families are invited to learn together in one-hour lessons at the Golf Learning Center. Bring bag, four clubs and putter. Children must register with adult. Rental clubs available. Age: 7+ Min/Max:8-12 Adult Fee-R/NR: $55/$60 Child Fee-R/NR: $40/$45

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Day-Date

Time

67455

Sa: 10/3-10/31

9:45-10:45 pm

Code

Day-Date

Time

67442

Sa: 9/19

2:15-3:15 pm

Adult Golf Clinic III: Chipping

Develop useful techniques. Bring a pitching wedge and/or sand wedge and a 7-iron. Min/Max: 8-13 Fee-R/NR: $13

Code

Day-Date

Time

67443

Sa: 9/26

2:15-3:15 pm

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Play Cards give you a 10% bonus for green fees and golf cart rentals. Golf Gift Cards are redeemable for merchandise, rounds, carts, and season tickets. Both are available at the Golf Learning Center. Gift Cards are also available online at www.ppdgolf.org.

2015 Fall Playbook

Peoria Park District Golf GOLF FEES Season tickets are valid March 1, 2015 December 31, 2015, conditions permitting. Base prices include unlimited play at Madison, Kellogg Executive 9, Detweiller and the Golf Learning Center Skills Course. Rounds played at courses not included on a season ticket are 1/2 price.

Daily Special Available All Day Starting September 8! Kellogg: $32.00 • Newman: $26.00 Madison: $23.00 Includes green fee and 1/2 cart.

Base Season Ticket Price Adult Resident Adult Non-Resident

$550.00 $650.00

Senior Resident Senior Non-Resident

$495.00 $585.00

Junior Adult Resident (18-26) $495.00 Junior Adult Non-Resident (18-26) $585.00

Add Newman to any ticket Add Kellogg to any ticket Add the League Option* Add a Junior ticket**

$ 75.00 $100.00 $ 50.00 $ 1.00

Junior Resident Junior Non-Resident Junior (ages 9-11, includes Detweiller and Skills Course only) Junior (age 3-8, includes Skills Course only)

$110.00 $170.00 $ 50.00 $ 35.00

*If you play in a league that switches courses, purchase this option for a free green fee during your scheduled league time. For example, if your season ticket is a base pass only and your league plays at Newman one week, with the League Option you will not pay a green fee. **Adult and Senior Season Ticket holders may add one (1) Junior Season Ticket for $1.00. A junior is anyone between the ages of 3-17. Juniors do not have to accompany the adult at the time they purchase their season ticket, however they do have to designate their junior’s name at the time of purchase.

Golf Cart Fees 9 holes (per person) 18 holes (per person) Pull Cart rental

$ 8.00 $12.00 $ 3.00

TEE RESERVATIONS

Tee reservations are available online at www.ppdgolf.org. • No reservation fee. • Reservations are taken in person up to 7 days out; reservations taken online up to 6 days out. • Online reservations are accepted until 2 hours prior to tee time. • Online reservations are available for Newman, Madison and Kellogg.

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OPEN DAILY AT NOON Adult 9 holes........................................ $ 9.00 18 holes ..................................... $11.00 Junior (17 & under) Up to 18 holes............................ $ 5.00 Family of 4 Special: 9 holes .....$21.00 (walking only) Soccer Ball Rental ...............$3.00/ball

Check It Out! See 50 Rock’s FootGolf program on page 74.

Golf Learning Center & Academy 7815 N. Radnor Road • 309-690-7162

The Golf Learning Center & Academy includes both indoor and outdoor practice facilities, allowing golfers to practice the game year-round. At the Golf Learning Center, enjoy: • Indoor putting green & hitting stations • Outdoor all-weather tees • Practice sand bunkers • 9-hole, par 3 Skills Course

Skills Course - 9 Holes ADULTS: $5.00 JUNIORS: $3.00

• Club fittings available • Heated outdoor hitting stations • Putting and chipping greens • Lessons available year-round

RANGE BALL PRICES (Money-saving range ball punch cards are also available!) Small: $5.50 Medium: $8.00 Large: $10.00 Extra Large: $12.00 Punch card prices: 10 medium buckets for $65.00 • 10 large buckets for $80.00

Facility • Kellogg Golf Course - 18 Hole

7716 Radnor Road • 309-691-0293 Kellogg Golf Course features bent grass fairways and greens and redesigned bunkers. This 6,775 yard course is best for low to medium handicap golfers.

Juniors play free with every paid adult round when you play together.

Green Fees

Daily Specials

ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS 18 Hole Walk: $28.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $40.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green fees and 1/2 cart): $32.00 SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* 18 Hole Walk: $25.00 • 18-Hole Ride: $37.00 TWILIGHT Beginning at 3 pm every day: $21.00 9 Hole Walk*: $21.00 • 9 Hole Ride*: $29.00 JUNIORS**: $8.00

• Newman Golf Course - 18 Hole

2021 W. Nebraska Avenue • 309-674-1663 Challenging steep terrain, moderate ravines, deep bunkers and numerous mature trees make this scenic, irrigated, 6,467 yard, 18 hole course popular with low to medium handicap golfers.

ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS 18 Hole Walk: $22.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $34.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green fees and 1/2 cart): $26.00 SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* 18 Hole Walk: $20.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $32.00 TWILIGHT Beginning at 3 pm every day: $16.50 9 Hole Walk*: $16.50 • 9 Hole Ride*: $24.50 JUNIORS**: $6.00

• Madison Golf Course - 18 Hole

ADULTS: DAILY SPECIALS 18 Hole Walk: $19.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $31.00 Every day beginning at 12 pm (green 2735 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive fees and 1/2 cart): $23.00 309-673-7161 SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* This 5,332 yard, 18 hole course offers a convenient 18 Hole Walk: $17.00 • 18 Hole Ride: $29.00 TWILIGHT location, level terrain and very few hazards, making it a Beginning at 3 pm every day: $14.25 favorite of senior golfers. 9 Hole Walk*: $14.25 • 9 Hole Ride*: $22.25 JUNIORS: $5.00

• Detweiller Golf Course - 9 Hole (18 holes permitted)

8412 N. Galena Road • 309-692-7518 A 1,758 yard, 9 hole scenic river course. Detweiller is a favorite of junior golfers and novice players.

ADULTS: 9 Hole Walk: $12.00 • 9 Hole Ride: $20.00

TWILIGHT Beginning at 3 pm every day: $9.00

SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* 9 Hole Walk: $10.50 • 9 Hole Ride: $18.50 JUNIORS (12-17): $5.00

• Kellogg Executive 9 - 9 Hole

7716 Radnor Road • 309-691-0293 Kellogg offers a 2,744 yard, 9 hole executive course, recommended for all players wanting to improve their game and enjoy family fun.

ADULTS: 9 Hole Walk: $15.50 • 9 Hole Ride: $23.50

TWILIGHT Beginning at 3 pm every day: $11.50

SENIORS/JR. ADULT:* 9 Hole Walk: $14.00 • 9 Hole Ride: $22.00 JUNIORS**: $5.00

*Rate is valid M-F anytime and after 1 pm on weekends and holidays. ** Rate is valid for ages 12-17 on weekdays before 4 pm & after 6 pm and on weekends after 12 pm.

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Camp Wokanda

620 Boy Scout Road, Chillicothe • 579-2157 • Please see website for 2015 detour map AT A GLANCE Camp Wokanda is a 276-acre woodland setting that includes a lake, trails, dining hall, cabins, program buildings and tent camping. Wokanda is reserved for rental groups and program participants. Just 20 minutes from downtown Peoria, Wokanda offers a variety of naturalist tours, environmental education and rental options for groups interested in secluded gatherings in a natural setting. CAMP WOKANDA MANAGER Jacob Mol: jmol@peoriaparks.org BIRTHDAYS See pg. 90-92 RENTALS See pg. 88-89 Please note, due to construction in Summer 2015 at Old Galena and State St, visitors to Camp Wokanda should detour to Cedar Hills Dr. Please check our website for a detour map.

Camping Accommodations Ridge Cabins (capacity: 20/cabin)

Camp style buildings with wood floors, bunkbeds, electricity, wood stoves, outdoor fire-ring and outhouses. Rentals include access to Camp Wokanda’s restroom and shower facility. $75/weekend night; $135/weekend; $70/weekday

Valley Cabins (capacity: 12/cabin)

Four cabins in main valley, similar to our Ridge Cabins, but with concrete floors. Rentals include access to Wokanda’s restroom and shower facility. $50/weekend night; $85/weekend; $45/weeknight

Group Tent Sites (capacity: 10/site)

Tent sites are located throughout the camp to accommodate groups of various sizes. They are available with hand washing facilities and privies. Other single tent sites available upon request. $20/night

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Folk Arts Music Festival “The Year of the River Pirate” September 18-20, 2015 Friday: 5-10 pm • Saturday: 10 am-8 pm Sunday: 10 am-5 pm

Join us for a three day event of music, arts, food, dance, storytelling, vendors, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to see some of the nation’s best musicians and storytellers. FRIDAY: Friday night kicks off the weekend with the annual Ghost Stories Concert! Enjoy tales that will chill you to the bones, s’mores, and fire spinners. SATURDAY: International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Dress up and get $1 off admission. This day features Live Music, Children’s Activity Area, Instrument Petting Zoo, Storytelling, Food, Art Vendors, Demonstrations and a Barn Dance. Sunday: Join us for Live Music, Storytelling, Children’s Activity Area, Food Art Vendors, and Demonstrations. Please visit our Facebook page for an updated schedule of events and contests.

Chinquapin School Field Trip Day • September 18 • 9:30 am-1:30 pm

Schools and Homeschoolers from throughout Central Illinois are invited to participate in a day of programs featuring some of the best Storytellers and Folk Musicians in the country. Please register in advance. $4 per student. Each Student who attends the Field Trip gets FREE ADMISSION FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND’S FESTIVITIES!

Event Rentals

Other Rental Fees

Over 4,000 sq. ft. facility for large groups. Tables, chairs, benches, restrooms, kitchen and Iroquois cabin are included in rental. Available: Spring, Summer & Fall $550/weekday (8 am-midnight), $1000/weekend (Friday 8 am-Sunday 12 pm)

Available with cabin rentals for $20 for a half bin or $40 for a full bin. Downed and dead wood can be used by registered campers free of charge.

Dining Hall (capacity: 250)

O.A. Lodge (capacity: 75)

A quaint older building with high wood walls and ceilings and two wood stoves. Three lean-tos in a remote part of camp. Kitchen use, restrooms, tables and chairs $30/weekend; $15/night are included in the basic rental. Sleeps 18 in upper room. Block Rental Fees Available: Year-round Call us about renting the entire camp for an $220/day (24 hours) exclusive experience!

Adirondacks (capacity: 4/unit)

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$10/day or $15/weekend Children 4 & under are free Weekend Family Pass for $45

Firewood

Canoes

Five canoes are available by reservation as staffing permits. Canoe rental includes paddles and personal flotation devices. $10/per canoe for a 2-hour rental If your school group is interested in having Camp Wokanda host a program such as a nature hike, pond study, or a specific science class, please contact our office at (309) 579-2157. Program rates begin at $3.00/student. Teachers and leaders are not charged.

Registration Required Programs

To register for the programs below please call (309) 579-2157 or email msauder@peoriaparks.org Canoe Trip to Banner Marsh Sa: 8/29 • 10-5 pm • $35/person This trip is for beginning and experienced paddlers, so bring the whole family! We will enjoy the wildlife and the tranquility of the open water. Bring binoculars, cameras and extra water gear. We provide the canoes, paddles, and personal flotation devices. Lunch is included in the price of the program. Meet by 9:30 am at Camp Wokanda’s upper parking lot to catch a shuttle to the site. NEW! Essential Oils Classes Learn about essential oils-what they are, how they can be used, and safety tips. Essential oils are gifts from the earth that support our bodies’ physical and emotional functions. Part I Th: 10/8 • 6:30-8 pm • $5/person We will sample a variety of oils and specifically discuss those that support a healthy immune system as we move into the colder indoor season. You will make an oil blend of your choice to take home. Part II Sa: 11/7 • 10-11:30 am • $5/person We will sample a variety of oils and specifically discuss those that can support calming and relaxing during the stressful season of holiday and travel. You will make an oil blend of your choice to take home. Part III Su: 12/6 • 2-3:30 pm • $5/person We will sample a variety of oils and specifically discuss items you can make at home with oils that make fantastic holiday gifts. Or, that you can use to pamper yourself! You will make a product with oils of your choice to take home.

NEW! Painting on the Lake Su: 10/11 • 12-3 pm • $15/person Here’s your chance to paint in a canoe! Create a memorable painting of the fall scenery and the beauty of Camp Wokanda while sitting in a canoe. Instructing artist will give demonstration and technique guidance. Beginning and experienced artists welcome. Materials are provided. Spaces are limited.

Drop-In Events Restoration Workday

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Illinois River Bluff Trail Hike

Th: 10/1 • 9 am • Free (donations appreciated) Are you ready to embrace the 6.5 miles and rugged terrain of the Illinois River Bluff Trail? Bring a sack lunch and your hiking boots for this day long hiking trip. Meet at the lower lot of Camp Wokanda. For experienced hikers only. Participants will be shuttled back to Camp Wokanda at end of hike.

Barn Dance Santa’s Woodland Workshop $8/elf Session 1: 12/12 @10 am-12:30 pm Session 2: 12/12 @ 2-4:30 pm Session 3: 12/13 @ 1-3:30 pm All ages are welcome to be one of Santa’s helpers at this workshop! Each “elf” can pick out three quality, hand-crafted gifts to construct and take home. A variety of nature projects for all ages will be available. We will also have hot cocoa, treats and a visit with Santa. Parents are encouraged to stay and help little ones.

F: 10/23 • 7-10 pm $5/person or $20/family Come on down for a boot scootin’ boogie evening at Camp Wokanda. This is our first barn dance of the year. Jim Hicks and Peggy Holmes are guaranteed to keep your feet moving throughout the night. All skill levels are welcome! Follow the lantern-lit path to enjoy music, dancing, and snacks in the Dining Hall. Bring your favorite dish to share.

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688-9700

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Sommer Park

6329 Koerner Road, Edwards • 691-8423

Step back in time and experience 19th Century life in rural Peoria County.

1-4 pm • $2.25 per person ages 4+

AT A GLANCE Sommer Park encompasses 320 acres of rolling meadows, prairies, farmland and open woodlands. It is a use-by-reservation facility that offers private picnics and outings for groups of up to 1000 year-round. MANAGER Tom Miller tmiller@peoriaparks.org BIRTHDAY PARTIES See pg. 90-92 WEDDINGS & RENTALS See pg. 88-89 SHELTER RENTAL This is the ideal setting for your group’s outing, whether it’s a company picnic or family reunion. New this year is the Sommer Park North shelter. Groups may obtain permission to supply their own beer and wine. Fees (per person) Children ages 5-10 Children 4 and under

$2.25 $1.25 Free

Different minimums apply depending on rental area. Call to learn about our Prairie Shelter, Woodland Shelter, Porch, Sommer Park North, Fire Circle or Schoolhouse.

PROGRAM COORDINATORS & ACTIVITY DIRECTORS We can arrange a special program for your clients. Consider hikes on our scenic trails, canoeing, and fishing. We can also offer pioneer history or genealogy at our homestead, cemetery, or one-room schoolhouse. Call us! EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS & SCOUTS Sommer Park offers historical and environmental interpretive programs. All classes emphasize a hands-on approach to learning. The park is ideal for outdoor learning opportunities for Adventure Outdoor canoe or fishing or the 1850’s Illinois Pioneer Homestead Program. Let us help your Boy or Girl Scouts earn those fun and exciting conservation or environmental badges.

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Come experience firsthand the daily life of rural Peorians in the mid-19th century! Activities may include hand dipping candles, blacksmithing, school lessons, woodworking, herbs, hands-on children’s activities, pioneer cemetery tours, hayrides and wool spinning. Aug. 30 • Rope Making Sept. 27 • Shoe Making Oct. 25 • Pioneer Cooking

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Teams Course

Any group of people that must function well together can benefit from this unique opportunity. The Sommer Park Teams Course is a series of 12 initiatives strategically laid out in a woodland setting. This series of puzzles, obstacles, and challenges, by their design, will demand communication, cooperation, and trust. At its very basic, a teams course is fun. But it also allows for high quality, structured, and purposeful learning. Please call Sommer Park for fee information and reservations.

Marshmallow Peep Diorama Contest For classrooms and individuals! Marshmallow Peeps aren’t just for Easter! Use the pumpkin, ghost, and cat Peeps to make a diorama of a famous event or an autumn or Halloween scene. It can be a historic or current event, or even a scene from a scary movie. Possible ideas include “Silence of the Peeps,” or “Nightmare on Peep Street.” You get the idea! All characters in the diorama must be played by Halloween Peeps. Two ways to enter: Make one as a family/individual or have a classroom make one as a group. Dioramas will be on display at Hayrides and Hotdogs every Thursday in October. Park guests will judge the entries and winners and prizes will be announced on Thursday, October 28. Contact Sommer Park for entry forms or visit the Sommer Park page at www.peoriaparks.org. Entry forms and dioramas due by Tuesday, October 1 at Sommer Park.

Hayrides and Hotdogs Thursdays in October October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 5:00-7:00 pm $6/age 11+ • $4/age 3-10

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$25 max/family in same household Come on out and have an old-fashioned good time. For a small fee you get so much: hot dogs for roasting, chips, carrots, our famous baked beans, marshmallows, and drinks. Hayrack ride, mid-1800s Autumn Play Party activities (sack races, fortune telling) are included, and children and adult costumes are strongly encouraged.

Civil War Winter Quarters

Saturday, 11/14 • 10:00 am-4:00 pm Sunday, 11/15 • 10:00 am-3:00 pm $5/vehicle History comes to life at Sommer Park as Civil War soldiers construct winter quarters and prepare for their winter encampment. Living Historians in authentic uniforms will use period tools and construction methods to build handmade wooden shelters to protect themselves from the approaching winter weather. Activities include VOLUNTEER! mail call, drill and daily pgs. 82-83 camp life.

Christmas on the Ghost Front

Saturday, 12/12 • 10:00 am-4:00 pm $5/vehicle It’s December 1944 and Christmas is coming. A detachment of American troops have settled into a small Belgian farmhouse not far from the German border. The men have replaced a veteran combat division at a quiet sector of the line to await a spring offensive. Little do they know that the largest battle in U.S. Military history is only a few short days away. An exciting event to highlight how soldiers braved the cold weather during WW II.

The coming year marks the 25th year of the construction of the Pioneer Barn & Homestead. Over the years, thousands of people have stepped back in time to see how rural Peoria County residents lived in 1855. Each year, more than 1,000 students participate in the Pioneer Homestead School Program, as well as Pioneer Days from June-October and special events touring the site. The Living History experience has played a vital role in interpretative education over the years. A Pioneer Homestead ad-hoc report helped guide the programming over the last 10 years. Look for new events and programs in 2016 that will highlight the 25th Celebration.

Tawny Oaks

715 W Singing Woods Rd, Edelstein • 686-3360 AT A GLANCE Tawny Oaks is one of the Peoria Park District’s newest natural areas and is located adjacent to Singing Woods, a 700 acre Illinois Nature Preserve. The mission of the Tawny Oaks site is to “focus the community on the rich biotic heritage of Central Illinois and engage people in its protection and restoration.” The property contains a prairie restoration, handicap accessible trail, picnic area, and is the future home of a visitors center. Tawny Oaks is located in rural Edelstein near the Caterpillar Mossville Plant.

Constellation Hike at Tawny Oaks

F: 9/11 • 9-10 pm Join us and learn about constellations and how to identify them. There will be a short presentation followed by an easy hike, where a naturalist will point out constellations. Please dress for the weather.

Tawny Oaks Ecological Restoration Workdays

Help us restore the ecological health of the preserve! A short presentation about the preserve will precede each workday. All gloves and tools are provided; please bring water. Ages: 14+ (all minors must have guardian sign waiver) Date

Time

Task

W: 10/28

10 am-12 pm

Seed Collection

M: 11/2

10 am-12 pm

Seed Cleaning

Th: 11/12

10 am-12 pm

Invasive Species Removal

Contact Forest Park Nature Center for more information on Tawny Oaks.

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Forest Park Nature Center

5809 N Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights • 686-3360 AT A GLANCE This rugged 540-acre park is designated as an Illinois State Nature Preserve. The Nature Center’s seven miles of hiking trails traverse bluff forestland and open woodland interspersed with hill prairie openings holding uncommon prairie plant species such as bottlebrush grass, pussytoes and golden alexander. Chipmunks, squirrels, deer, and turkeys are common inhabitants. More than 100 woodland bird species commonly use the park as migrants, winter visitors or year-round residents. The Nature Center’s bird feeding station is always busy with chickadees, titmice, nuthatches and woodpeckers, as well as warblers, vireos and other neotropical species, particularly during migrations. MANAGER Kristi Shoemaker kshoemaker@peoriaparks.org RENT THE NATURE CENTER pg. 88-89 BIRTHDAYS AT FPNC pg. 90-92 HOURS Nature Center: Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm Sunday 1-5 pm Trails: Dawn to Dusk, year round Open year round with wheelchair accessible trails Closed 11/26, 12/25, and 1/1/16

Forest Park Memberships

Help support Forest Park Nature Center by joining our C.O.R.E. (Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts) group. Memberships start at $20 and include a 1-year subscription to Tracks and Trails, a 10% discount in the Trailhead Nature Store, reduced fees for classes & concerts, plus membership privileges at over 130 nature centers in North America.

LIKE us on Facebook: facebook.com/ForestParkNatureCenter FOLLOW us on Twitter: @FPNCPPD SHARE your photos on Instagram: @FPNCPPD #FPNCHike

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Songs from the Woods 2015 Concert Series at Forest Park Nature Center The woods will ring with music at our monthly concert series featuring some of the best singer-songwriters and folk musicians anywhere! Fee: $7/adult, $6/ages 12 and under, $1 discount for CORE members. Concerts begin at 7:00 pm. Saturday, September 12: Four Shillings Short Sunday, October 4: Bill Staines Saturday, November 14: Andy Hatfield Saturday, December 5: Traveler’s Dream

Trailhead Nature Store SALES!

October: Fair Trade Month Promotional Sale

Receive 10% off of all Fair Trade items in the Trailhead Nature Store during the month of October! We carry a variety of Fair Trade items, such as coffee, tea, cocoa, handcrafted instruments, gourd decor, handmade finger puppets, jewelry, accessories, and more. Contact Christina at (309) 686-3360 for more information.

“Green” Friday Sale - Friday, November 27

You’ve heard of Black Friday...but what about “Green” Friday? Visit the Trailhead Nature Store and save 10% off all regularly priced items. CORE members get an additional 10% off. Don’t forget to check out our clearance section! We value our customers and strive to provide reasonable prices. Every cent spent is a cent toward a better Nature Center.

Annual Christmas Sale!

December 18 ONLY! CORE members receive 20% off all purchases. Non-members receive 10% off all purchases. Offer is good the entire day of the 18th, including during our holiday Shop & Stroll event from 6-8:30 pm.

Peoria Wilds Ecological Restoration Workdays Join these restoration workdays to learn about native (and non-native) flora and fauna, have some fun, and get some exercise! Bring gloves and water and dress appropriately for an outdoor experience. Check out the Peoria Wilds web site, www.peoriawilds.org, or call Kristi Shoemaker at 686-3360 for further information.

Forest Park Meet at the Nature Center. Contact Kristi Shoemaker at 686-3360. Ages 14+ (minors must have guardian signed waiver). Sa: 10/24 & 11/21 10 am-12 pm S pringdale Cemetery Savanna Meet at Springdale Cemetery office on Prospect. Contact steward Mike Rucker at 692-0621 or mikruc@aol.com Tu: 9/15 • F: 8/28, 11/6, 12/4 • Sa: 9/26 1 pm Camp Wokanda Meet in the lower parking lot. Contact Camp Wokanda at 579-2157. F: 9/4 9 am-3 pm

Rocky Glen Hill Prairie Area Meet in the parking lot at Jimmy’s Bar, located at 2801 W. Farmington Rd. Contact Steward David Pittman for more information at dvdpttmn@aol.com. Su: 9/13, 10/18, 11/15, 12/13 9 am-12 pm Tawny Oaks Meet at Tawny Oaks, 715 VOLUN TE pgs. 8 ER! W. Singing Woods Rd. 2-83 Contact Forest Park for more information. Ages 14+ (minors must have guardian signed waiver). W: 10/28 • M: 11/2 • Th: 11/12 10 am-12 pm

Classes & Programs at Forest Park Nature Center - REGISTRATION REQUIRED Home School Nature Classes

This series of programs is for children who want to learn about Illinois’ natural world. These sessions will vary in topic and structure, and children will participate in hands-on activities aimed at increasing their knowledge and interest in each topic. Dress appropriately for outside field trips. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Age: 6-12 Time: 10-11:30 am Fee: $6/class/child, $18 max/family. Parents should attend at no fee. Code

Date

Subject

67086

Th: 9/3

Soil Conservation

67087

Th: 10/1

Fun with Fungi

67088

Th: 11/5

Seeds, Glorious Seeds!

67089

Th: 12/3

Astronomy

67090

Th: 1/7/16

Winter Adaptations

Beginners Backpacking Basics: The Hike

Have you ever wanted to try backpacking? Join us for an overnight backpacking trip and gain firsthand experience! We will hike 14 miles round trip along the Illinois River Bluff Trail. This is a strenuous hike. The group will start off at Detweiller Park and hike to Camp Wokanda for an overnight stay. The next day will be spent hiking back to Detweiller. Be prepared for any kind of weather. You must provide your own gear. Weenie roast dinner and light breakfast included. Further details and supply list provided upon registration. Max 15 participants. Age: 12+ (ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a registered adult) Fee: $30 Code

Date and Time

67091

Sa: 9/12 at 12:30 pm-Su: 9/13 at 1 pm

Primitive Survival

Learn what it takes to find your way and survive in the outdoors. This will be a two-part class. The first class will cover survival basics. The second class will be more advanced, including how to identify edible plants and make a wilderness knife, wilderness first aid, etc. This class will take place at Camp Wokanda. Age: 11+ Fee: $20, $15/CORE Member Code

Date

Time

67093

Sa: 9/26 and Sa: 10/3

1-4 pm

What’s better than a modern day treasure hunt? Learn the basics of the growing hobby of geocaching. You will have a chance to hike our trails while looking for some of the hidden geocaches located in Forest Park. Guests will also help create a geocache for future geocachers to find. Must provide own GPS or have a smart phone with a downloaded app. Fee: $4, $3/CORE Member Age: 10+ Code

Date

Time

67094

Sa: 10/17

10 am-12 pm

Winter Nature Art Series

Looking for a way to get the kids out of the house during winter break? Help cure your children’s boredom while also releasing their inner creativity with our new Winter Nature Arts Series! Age: 5-10 Fee: $6, $5/CORE Member Time: 10-11 am Code

Date

Topic

67095

Tu: 12/22 Winter Wonder Collage

67096

Tu: 12/29 Illuminated Snowman Jar

Recycled Gift Bags

Want to learn how to use earth friendly Enjoy a cup of tea while creating a beautiful wrapping paper this holiday season? Join us for a class on how to turn a sheet of and whimsical feeder to help attract your newspaper into a gift bag. All materials will feathered friends. All materials will be be provided. provided. Age: 10+ Fee: $10, $8/CORE Member Age: 10+ Fee: $15 Date

Time

67092

Su: 9/20

1:30-2:30 pm

Girl Scout Brownies have an opportunity to fulfill the requirements for both their Naturalist-Bugs and Outdoor-Hiker skill building badges while also having fun! Brownies will receive their badges at the end of the program. Must register before October 5 by calling Forest Park at 6863360. Date: Monday, October 12 Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm Fee: $10/scout

Boy Scout Merit Badge Day-Bird Study

Geocaching for Beginners

Bird Feeder Tea Time

Code

Brownie Girl Scout Badge Day

Code

Date

Time

67097

Sa: 11/28

1-2 pm

Boy Scouts are invited to come to Forest Park Nature Center this Columbus Day to earn their Bird Study Merit Badge. Our resident Merit Badge Counselors will be on hand to guide Scouts through their avian education! All requirements for this merit badge will be met by the end of the session. Please bring your blue card to be signed. Scouts will receive a badge upon completion of all requirements. Must register before October 5th by calling Forest Park at 686-3360. Date: Monday, October 12 Time: 2-5 pm Fee: $10/scout

Preschool Party

Bring your little one to the Nature Center for a “party” filled with fun and learning designed just for them! Each session features a nature-themed activity and a craft, and if the weather permits, a walk outside. Age: 2-5 Time: 10-11 am Fee: $6 Code

Date

Subject

67342

M: 9/28

From Seed to Plant

67343

M: 10/26

Who Lives in a Tree?

67344

M: 11/30

Oh Deer!

67345

M: 12/28

Grow As We Go!

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Forest Park Nature Center Drop-In Walks & Programs at Forest Park Nature Center

Unless otherwise indicated, donations are requested for all walks and programs. Conservation and outdoor Recreation Enthusiast (CORE) Members often receive a discount for programs with a fee. Thank you for your support!

YOGA with Jean Sloan

Every Monday • 5:30-6:45 pm This beginning class will combine gentle postures, breathing practices and relaxation with an emphasis on self-acceptance and discovery. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat, and refrain from eating a large meal prior to class. Some mats are available for use. For more information contact Jean at 678-8099. Age: 13+ Fee: $10 drop-in fee; packages also available.

River Spirit Flute Circle

Sa: 9/5, 10/10, 11/7, 12/5 and 1/16/16 1:00-2:00 pm • All ages Listen to Native American flute music, or try your hand at playing this beautiful wooden instrument. All levels are welcome, and the circle is open to the public. No previous musical experience is necessary. Randy Starnes, a local flute maker, is the leader of the group and will have flutes for you to borrow or purchase. Bring your own flute if you have one. Contact Bonnie Cox at ilmidwife@comcast.net for more information.

Old Time Folk & Country Jam

2nd and 4th Sunday of each month 3:30-5:00 pm • All ages Dust off that guitar, fiddle, banjo or other acoustic instrument and bring it down to the Nature Center for a jam session. Meet other musicians and learn some new songs. Music lovers of all ages are encouraged to come, listen and enjoy.

Story Hike

Sa: 9/6 • 1:30-4:30 pm • All ages Come out for a stroll on Forest Park’s trails and immerse yourself in an interactive storybook! Storybook “pages” will be posted along the trail for you to read as you go. Drop by any time during the event to experience this unique tale on a self guided hike.

Morning Bird Hikes

Sa: 9/5, 10/3, 11/28, 12/26 • 7-8:30 am Ages 10+ The early bird may get the worm, but the early rising bird watcher gets to see the

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best assortment of our feathered friends! Please bring your own binoculars (we have a few pairs to lend out). All levels of experience are welcome!

Tree ID Walks

Sa: 8/30, 9/13 • 1:30 pm • Age: 10+ Need help identifying trees? This walk is for anyone who would like to learn tree identification. Don’t let the trees “leaf” you “stumped” this fall! Please note, due to the fact that Forest Park is a dedicated state nature preserve, leaf collecting is not allowed on the premises.

Illinois River Sweep

VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Sa: 9/19 • Registration: 8-9 am Sweep Hours: 9 am-12 pm Meet at Forest Park Nature Center for this annual Illinois River clean up day, which has grown since its inception in 1999 to attract hundreds of volunteers all along the shores of the river, from Chicago to Grafton. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Call 686-3360 to register.

I Spy Hike

Su: 11/8 • 1:30-2:30 pm • All ages Think you’ve seen it all? Join us for an “I Spy” hike through the park and find out what’s hidden along the trails. A great hike for those who want to train their eyes to see more of what’s wild at Forest Park.

Habitat Restoration Workdays

Sa: 10/24 • Seed Collection Sa: 11/21 • Honeysuckle Removal 10 am-12 pm • Ages 14+ (all minors must have guardian sign waiver) VOLUNTEER! Help us maintain Forest pgs. 82-83 Park’s ecological integrity at these habitat restoration workdays. There will be a short talk before work begins explaining what we are doing and why it needs to be done! Please dress for the weather and bring water. Gloves and tools are provided.

Nature Photography Contest & Show

Celebrate the beauty of nature by joining in this late summer and fall photography contest. Categories include Wildlife, Nature

Landscape/Scene, Close-up Flora, Digitally Altered and Young Shutterbugs (12 & under). Prizes for first and second place winners in each division. All photographs must have a nature theme. Entry Fee: $3 per submission. Call 686-3360 for details and an entry form. Dates to remember: • Entries due: 10/18 • Judging/Open House: 10/23, 7-9 pm • Photos on display: 10/23-11/6

Creatures of the Night

F: 10/16 • $4/child, $2/adult VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83 6:30-9:00 pm (last person allowed on trails at 8:30 pm) Summon your courage to walk through the dark forest filled with the sounds of night creatures. Learn about bats, owls and more nocturnal animals. Inside the Nature Center there will be seasonal refreshments, games, crafts, and other activities for a night of family fun. Then hit the trails for some trick-or-treating and a campfire (weather permitting). You might even spy some nighttime animals in their natural habitats! Dress for the weather, costumes welcome. Flashlights are encouraged for this selfguided hike.

Spiders, Oh My!

Sa: 10/31 • 10:30-11:30 am • Ages 5+ Spiders may look sort of spooky, but they are actually more helpful than they are scary! Drop in to learn about our eight-legged friends and make a spiderthemed craft to take home.

Animal Encounters

1:30-2 pm • Su: 11/1 and 12/13 - Snakes Su: 11/15 and 12/27 - Turtles Su: 12/6 and 1/10 - Insects and Spiders Feel the smooth scales of a snake slide through your hand, hear the hiss of a giant cockroach, and see a tarantula up close and personal. This short program will give you a new respect for some “critters” who definitely don’t fit into the cute, furry, cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of nature’s greatest creatures.

Programs Continued Native Seed Exchange

Rink-A-Dink-Dink Book Reading and Signing with local author Sandy Miller and local illustrator Lisa Garber

on September 12

F: 11/6 • 3-5 pm • Ages 18+ Join us as plant enthusiasts get together to trade NATIVE plant seeds from their gardens. There will be a short presentation about seed saving followed by the swap. Participants are encouraged to document the species and locality of the seeds they bring in. Light refreshments provided.

10 am 10:15 am 10:30 am 10:50 am

* Crafts will be ongoing during this portion of the program.

Three pleasure-seeking bugs - a nasty roach, a black ant, and an old flea - are devouring every tasty morsel in sight! But when their shenanigans turn sour, they must think creatively and act quickly to avoid catastrophe! This humorous tale imparts an important truth: learning from mistakes and acting responsibly can redeem rink-a-dink stinky behavior.

Nature Art Show Open House

Sa: 11/21 • 2-4 pm Meet the artists, enjoy a seasonal beverage, and tour the wonderful artwork of these creative and talented folks!

Nature Art Show & Sale

11/21-1/2/16 Mon-Sat: 9 am-5 pm • Sundays: 1-5 pm This art show features a diversity of media and unique artwork all created by talented local artists. It is a great way to support local artists and find original nature-related photographs, paintings, woodcarvings, handmade jewelry, and more. Enjoy the wood-burning stove, hot drinks, and the rustic charm of the Nature Center … a great way to spend a pre-Christmas afternoon!

Winter Wonder Walk

Sa: 1/2/16 • 9:30 am Watch the wonderful world of winter unfold on this naturalist-guided tour. We will explore animal tracks in the snow and what characteristics animals have to cope with the season. Dress warm!

Eagles on the Illinois River

Sa: 1/9/16 • 10 am Each year hundreds of bald eagles overwinter in the Illinois River Valley. We dedicate this day to the appreciation of these incredible birds of prey as the Peoria Audubon Society and Forest Park Nature Center offer a presentation and tours to view Bald Eagles along the river!

5th Annual Reverse Science Fair

M: 1/18 • $4/child ($3/CORE member) Ages: Grade School • 10 am-2 pm You bring the kids, and we will set up the experiments. This science fair has a series of interactive, nature-themed displays.

An Intro to Bugs - Puppets & More! Book Reading & Song Book Signing* Insects Up-Close: Program & Hike

Rink-A-Dink-Dink is available at Forest Park’s Trailhead Nature Store for $9.95.

Holiday Shop and Stroll Fridays: 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 and Saturday: 12/12 • 6-8:30 pm This one-of-a-kind event has become a holiday tradition in central Illinois. Experience a nighttime stroll on a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, hot wassail and goodies; view and/or purchase unique nature-related artwork from the Nature Art Show & Sale; and shop for eco-friendly, organic, and Fair Trade items at the Trailhead Nature Store. Plan time to catch your breath and experience an evening guaranteed to get you in the spirit! Perfect for all ages. VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Join us on the 18th and receive 10% off all your purchases in the Trailhead Nature Store! CORE members receive an additional 10% off!

Forest Park Nature Center & the Trailhead Nature Store Present…

Kids’ ‘Shop Away for the Holiday’! December 20 • 1:30-4:30 pm Bring the kids to the Nature Center to do their Christmas shopping! We will have a variety of items from which they can choose, with prices ranging from around $1 and up. Parents, relax and enjoy a cup of hot coffee or tea while we help your little ones pick out and wrap presents for their loved ones, inspiring them to get into the true spirit of the season… and support their local nature center at the same time! Please note, parents will be asked to fill out a form telling us about the gift recipient(s). Please contact Christina at the Nature Center at (309) 686-3360 if you would like a copy of this form ahead of time!

2015 Fall Playbook

RiverPlex

600 NE Water Street • 282-1700 • www.riverplex.org AT A GLANCE The RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center is the culmination of a partnership between the Peoria Park District and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. It is designed to offer a unique, holistic approach to recreation and wellness, fitness and preventative health care services and a host of leisure programs. It includes the Exergame Zone, indoor cycling studio, indoor family aquatic center, climbing wall, 1/8 mile elevated running track, arena, aerobic/dance studio, 15,900 sq. ft. fitness floor, massage area, steam rooms and sauna, kitchen, and classrooms. SUPERVISOR Sue Wheeler swheeler@peoriaparks.org HOURS Mon-Fri Sat-Sun 9/7 11/26 12/24 12/25 12/31 1/1/16

5 am-10 pm 7 am-7 pm 6 am-6 pm 6 am-12 pm 5 am-2 pm Closed 5 am-4 pm 7 am-4 pm

Find weather-related closings at www.riverplex.org

BIRTHDAYS See pg. 90-91 RENT THE RIVERPLEX See pg. 88-89

facebook.com/riverplex

@peoriariverplex

RiverPlex Memberships

All RiverPlex memberships include:

Fitness Center • AquaPlex • Elevated 1/8 Mile Indoor Track • Group Exercise Classes • Members Gym • Locker Rooms, Steam Room and Sauna

Every new RiverPlex member receives:

Healthy Start Program • BOD POD or Personal Wellness Profile

Members also receive reduced prices on:

Kidz Korner • Day Camp • Swim Lessons • Personal Training • Climbing Wall • Towel Service Ready to become a member? Come meet our staff and take a tour! Stop in or call 691-1542.

RiverPlex Use by Non-Members

Drop in for the Day: Pay a daily fee for full access to the facility. You’ll enjoy everything full members do for just $11/day for adults. Drop in for Classes: Buy a single class or 10-visit pass for $50 and participate in any one of our 100+ fitness and aquatic exercise classes each week. Register for Swim Lessons or Rec Programs: The RiverPlex offers dozens of Learn-To-Swim classes, along with camps and special events. Swim lessons are on pages 38-41. Whether it’s a weekly 15 minute sports massage after a fitness class, a Runners Therapy postrace, or a therapeutic session for a specific ache, pain, or injury, our licensed massage therapists can help you ReNew your muscles and have you feeling ready for more. Schedule an appointment today and discover the ReNew experience. Special pricing for Riverplex members. Call now to schedule your appointment: 309-829-2004.

• Free for members during open climb hours. • $5.00 for nonmembers.

RiverPlex Winter Break Camp December 21-January 4* • Ages 5-12

Have a blast during your winter break from school! Our professional staff provides a wide variety of activities including games, sport activities, holiday arts and crafts, playtime in the AquaPlex and much more! Bring your own lunch and we will provide an afternoon snack and drink. Don’t forget your suit and towel! *No camp 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1 Fees: M/R/NR - Daily Fee: $30/$32/$34 7 Day Fee: $200/$200/$228 ALL 7 DAY CODE: 67866

Code

Day-Date

67859

M: 12/21

67860

Tu: 12/22

67861

W: 12/23

67862

M: 12/28

67863

T: 12/29

67864

W: 12/30

67865

M: 1/4/16

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Personal Training Programs

Contact Amber Parkinson at 309-282-1543 or aparkinson@peoriaparks.org for more information on these programs.

STOP leaving the gym wondering if you did too much or too little. START taking your workouts to a new level of calorie burn. This program uses SCIENCE and TECHNOLOGY partnered with EFFORT and INTENSITY to ensure you are training at an optimal level. Heart Rate monitors and carefully planned training sessions will ensure each and every individual is within their TARGET HEART RATE ZONE. • • •

Maximize Calorie Burn Ramp Up Metabolism for up to 36 hours Increase Strength and Lean Muscle

November 9-December 16 Monday & Wednesday 6:00 am and 6:00 pm 6 Sessions: $69/M, $99/NM 10 Sessions: $115/M, $165/NM 12 Sessions: $125/M, $180/NM

*Must bring your own heart rate monitoring system and chest strap. **Must bring a high level of effort and ability to tolerate loud music and intensity.

September 28-November 7 • Lower Body/Cardio Mondays @ 6 am & 5:30 pm • Upper Body/Cardio Wednesdays @ 6 am & 5:30 pm • HardCore Saturdays @ 8:30 am Cost: • 6 sessions: $69 M/$99 NM • 10 sessions: $115 M/$165 NM • 12 sessions: $125 M/$180 NM Limit of 8 participants for each time slot.

callIng all athletes and wannabes!

Cross TraIn

Experience group personal training that will push you to the next level. You will experience indoor drills for agility, strength and power, while making sure to burn some serious calories along the way!

OSF Weight Loss Center From support groups, nutrition coaching and exercise programs to a variety of state-of-the-art surgical options, the OSF Weight Loss Center can help you start the journey towards a healthier life. Let us help find the weight loss path that’s right for you! For more information, visit osfsaintfrancis.org/weightloss or call 309-282-1600.

September 14-October 21 (6 weeks) Tuesday/Thursday @ 5:15 am & 5:30 pm • 6 sessions - $69 M/$99 NM • 10 sessions - $115 M/$165 NM • 12 sessions - $125 M/$180 NM

2015 Fall Playbook

RiverPlex

volleyball at the RiverPlex To sign up for Fall Indoor Volleyball Leagues email dbranyan@peoriaparks.org. Emails must include player names, emails and cell phone numbers. Please be sure you receive a confirmation reply. For more information please contact Dave Branyan at (309) 360-0111 or dbranyan@peoriaparks.org.

Fall RiverPlex Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Leagues Our leagues are a great place to have fun, meet people and play competitive or recreational volleyball. We have two sessions of RiverPlex Co-ed Volleyball Leagues starting in September and ending just before Christmas on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. After the New Year we will run two more sessions January through April. Session 1 begins September 8 & 9. Game times: 5:30 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm or 8:30 pm Fall RiverPlex Adult Women’s Volleyball League Ladies night out! Sunday afternoons. A & B divisions. Session 1 begins September 6 Session 2 begins November 1 Session 3 begins January 10, 2016 Game times: 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm

Check It Out! Find more adult volleyball programs on page 59.

Junior Girls & Boys Volleyball Program Tryouts: Nov 15, 11 am-4 pm and Nov 22, 11 am-4 pm This excellent program is the area leader in providing good fundamental volleyball skills to girls and boys in central Illinois. We encourage all potential players to participate. The focus of the Eastside Volleyball Club, Inc. is to increase the level of play of volleyball throughout the area, including an Elite program. Visit www.eastsidevb.com or contact Tim at timvs@sbcglobal.net or call 309-699-8738. Fall Youth Volleyball Skills Clinic September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 12:30-4:00 pm Eastside VBC will hold clinics and tournaments for kindergarten through 8th grade participants before the IESA (Illinois Elementary School Association) kicks off their season. The purpose of these clinics and tournaments is to give kids a “warm-up” to their school season. Visit www.eastsidevb.com or contact Tim at timvs@sbcglobal.net or call 309-699-8738.

Arena Flag Football League Starts January 3, 2016! Join Peoria’s best 6 on 6 Flag Football league! This is an outstanding league that demonstrates both great sportsmanship and an excellent level of play. Games are held in the climate controlled RiverPlex Arena on Sundays. Participants must be high school graduates or 18 years of age and not playing on a professional team. League play will consist of an 11 week season including playoffs. Team fee is $625.00. Roster Min/Max 7-12 . Depending on season length and number of teams entered, team fee may be adjusted. Call Dave at 282-1521 for details.

Events and Programs at the RiverPlex 13th Annual Walk for the Mind Saturday, September 26, 2015 7:30 am registration, 9:30 am start On-site raffle and other activities in between and after! The Mark Linder Walk for the Mind is a one mile walk to support brain tumor research and to raise awareness of brain tumors and their impact on those in Central Illinois. Please visit www.marklinderwalkforthemind. org or contact Mary at (309) 677-9550 or e-mail mail@ marklinderwalkforthemind.org for more information.

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Walk to Remember October 3, 2015 10 am registration • 11 am start Please join us for this one mile walk and memorial service along the beautiful Peoria Riverfront, to honor the memory of beloved children who died due to pregnancy loss, stillbirth or infant death. Everyone is invited to come celebrate and remember. For details or to register call (309) 5668234 or email www.peoriasharewalk. com.

Peoria Mother of Twins Club Fall Clothing & Equipment Sale Saturday, October 10, 2015 8 am-12 pm • $1.00 admission fee Come join us for great deals! Anything your child could possibly needeverything from large equipment, strollers, clothes, toys, bikes, beds, shoes and much more! Cash or credit accepted. For more information about the sale or the Mother of Twins Club please visit www. peoriamothersoftwins.org.

OSF Wellness Services at the RiverPlex Medical Exercise /SilverSneakers® Program This medically based wellness program offers a wide range of exercise and education classes that can enrich your overall health. Whether you have a chronic health condition requiring medical supervision or simply want to have fun taking care of your body, our health professionals can help. We offer more than 60 land and water exercise classes as well as weekly wellness education. A physician’s consent is required. Fitness for Parkinson’s disease Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease? The focus of this medically supervised class is to improve flexibility, endurance, balance, strength, and overall well-being. Classes accommodate all fitness levels and a physician’s consent is required. Group Warm and Cool Water Classes Warm water classes are designed to help you decrease pain and stiffness, improve range of motion, and strengthen muscles. The water eliminates pressure from joints and allows freedom to maximize the intensity of workouts for greater benefit. Multiple Sclerosis Cool Water Classes focus on stretching, strengthening, balance, coordination, increasing circulation and reducing spasticity. You can easily access the pools by using a double handrail stairway or a chair lift. Fitness Coaching Do you need help developing a personalized exercise routine? Meet with an OSF Exercise Specialist to set up your fitness program and set wellness goals. Our specialists dedicate themselves in helping individuals with chronic health conditions.

Peoria Park District Sports Auction November 1, 2015 • see page 7 Card Show: 10:00 am-3:00 pm Live auction: 2:00 pm Sports card vendors will be set up to buy, sell or trade their sports cards and collectibles. Proceeds benefit Peoria Park District Youth Sports. $1.00 admission, kids 12 and under free. Pedal for Parkinson’s November 7, 2015 • 1 pm-4 pm Pedal for Parkinson’s will combine an afternoon of awareness and education with a fundraising event. Attendees will get sponsors for riding a stationary bike for either 15 or 30 minutes. The

Sports Nutrition Coaching Are you training for an event, involved in athletics, or simply wanting to know more about exercise and nutrition? Our registered dietitian will guide you towards healthier eating through a personalized sports nutrition coaching plan. Sessions include calorie and nutrient recommendations, meal plans and tips for achieving long-term health and wellness success. The Bod Pod® Have you ever wondered what your body fat percentage is? The Bod Pod® is the most accurate body composition assessment device available to measure lean body mass, body fat percentage and resting metabolic rate. Body composition tells you more about your state of fitness than a scale or your physical appearance. Call 309-282-1600 to schedule your Bod Pod. Weight Management Services If you have made weight loss attempts in the past, only to regain the weight, then it’s time to try something different. Partner with us to get the whole picture of your health and map out the best plan of action to get the weight off for good. You will meet with an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) for a medical evaluation, Bod Pod test (body composition), measurements, and any necessary blood work. Your plan of action could include any of the following: personal nutrition counseling, fitness coaching, Lose it for Life (group class), HMR Program for Weight Management, or surgical weight loss. We’re in it for the long haul. Even after you’ve reached your goal weight, you’ll have support to keep the weight off for good. OSF Surgical Weight Loss Center of Excellence OSF Wellness Services and Peoria Surgical Group work together to guide individuals through weight loss surgery and provide the tools needed to live a new healthy lifestyle. Please call 309-282-1600 for more information about the OSF Wellness Services or visit our website www.osfhealthcare.org/saint-francis/services/healthy-living/

funds raised will go to Parkinson’s Action Network, the unified voice of the Parkinson’s community. Included with this event will be a fantastic line up of speakers and a number of Parkinson’s related displays. For more information contact Roger at peoriapdgroup@comcast.net Digging for Dax Volleyball Tournament for Cancer Research November 28, 2015 7th Annual Volleyball Tournament to benefit St. Jude in memory of Dax Locke. Registration is at 8:30 am. Play starts at 9 am. This is a Mad Hatter format (teams will be formed by pulling names out of a hat so you do

not need to enter a team). Open to ALL levels of play. Two divisions. For questions please contact digginfordax@yahoo.com. Jingle Bell Run 5k Run/Walk December 5, 2015 Race starts at 10am Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving. For more information visit: www.jbr.org/peoria.

2015 Fall Playbook

AquaPlex

Located inside the RiverPlex • 600 NE Water Street • 282-1531 ADMISSION Members swim at NO charge. Admission for non-members: Child 2 & under Free when accompanied by a paid adult

Child (3-12 years) $5 Adult (13-61 years) $7 Senior (62 & up) $5 Spectator $2

Groups of 15 or more may qualify for special group rates. Call 282-1531 to make reservations.

SPLASH POOL/OPEN SWIM HOURS Enjoy our 2-story waterslide, lazy river, splash equipment and zero-depth pool. Fall Schedule - starting August 25 Mon-Fri 5-8 pm Sat & Sun 12-7 pm LAP POOL HOURS Swim laps in our 25-yard pool or relax in the whirlpool overlooking the river! Lap Swim punch cards good for 10 admissions may be purchased for $50. Monday-Thursday 5 am-8 pm Monday-Friday, Ages 17+ 8-10 pm Saturday & Sunday 7 am-7 pm

W A TE R AEROBICS

HOLIDAY OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE 9/7: Labor Day 12-6 pm 11/26: Thanksgiving Break 10 am-12 pm 11/27: Thanksgiving Break 12-8 pm 12/21-23: Holiday Break 12-8 pm 12/24: Christmas Eve 12-2 pm 12/25: Christmas Day CLOSED 12/28-30: Holiday Break 12-8 pm 12/31-1/1: New Year’s 12-4 pm 1/4/16: Holiday Break 12-8 pm

PLEASE NOTE • Children 10 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian (17+) outside of open swim hours • During open hours, children 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian (17+) in the pool area. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. • We do not allow any outside inflatables, which include, but are not limited to, arm wings and rafts of any kind. • The whirlpool is for ages 17 & up. • We reserve the right to use 2 lanes of the lap pool during swim lessons at the following times: Tu & Th: 5-7:45 pm and Sa: 9-11:45 am PRIVATE RENTALS Held after open hours, your group has exclusive rights to the Aquatic Center! Call 282-1531 for rates. BROWNIES/GIRL SCOUTS OR CUB SCOUTS/BOY SCOUTS Bring your troop in for an afternoon of fun at a special rate of $3 per child. For an additional $2 per child, our instructors will help your troop earn their swim badges. Please call 282-1531 for available times.

FEES: M = RiverPlex Members R = Park District Residents NR = Non-Residents

Home School Swim Program: Ages 5-16

Your child will receive a swim lesson and also enjoy splash time with other children in our leisure pool. Min/Max: 10-30 Fee: $24/$26/$28 Code

Day-Date

Time

67637

Tu: 11/3-11/24

2:30-4:00 pm

PRESCHOOL SPLASH Ages 1-5 • August 25-May 14 Monday-Friday, 10-11:30 am $3/person, free for members Join us for this parent-child program in the leisure pool. Children enjoy the splash features and play stations with a parent or guardian who swims with them.

ASSISTANT MANAGER OF AQUATICS Kelsey Wisslead: kwisslead@peoriaparks.org AQUAPLEX BIRTHDAYS pg. 90-92

All classes are free to members. Non-members may purchase a 10 pass punch-card for $50. Please pick up a water aerobics schedule at the RiverPlex or at www.peoriaparks.org. Senior Fit: A great class set to upbeat music for the mature aerobics fan. Held in the warm water therapy pool, this class is great for those who want strengthening, additional flexibility, and those with joint problems. OSF Arthritis: Join us for a workout in the warm water to improve your joint range of motion and strength. Classes offered mornings, afternoons, and evenings with easy entrance into the pool. A Physician Consent form is required. Call 282-1605 to register. Tummies and Thighs: This class is designed to work your abs and your thighs (plus your legs and lower back).

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YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A RIVERPLEX MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN SWIM LESSONS

OSF Multiple Sclerosis: Focus on stretching, joint range of motion, muscle strengthening, balance and coordination in a positive social setting. A Physician Consent form is required. Call 282-1605 to register. Run the Rapids: This class will give you the benefits of running without all the stress on your body. Water shoes recommended. Ai Chi: An end of the week breather! Relax and get a great workout while our instructors lead you through a series of controlled movements and breathing techniques set to serene music. High/Low: A great overall workout and conditioning class that includes a warm-up, cardio and strengthening and cool down.

Learn to Swim With Gus & Goldie!

Learning to swim can save lives. And learning to swim with Gus and Goldie makes water safety fun for all ages.

Exploration 1: Ages 6-24 months

This class is for infants and adults to enjoy together. An instructor will lead the group through a series of developmentally appropriate water activities. Class is held in the warm water pool for added comfort.

Pre-Journey 1: Ages 4-7

This class is for children who have had NO swimming experience or who may be timid in getting into the water.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67742

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

5:00-5:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

$29/$33/$37

67743

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

5:00-5:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

6:35-7:05 pm

$29/$33/$37

67744

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

5:00-5:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:35-7:05 pm

$29/$33/$37

67745

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

5:00-5:30 pm

$17/$19/$22

67614

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:35-7:05 pm

$15/$17/$19

67752

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67610

Sa: 9/12-10/3

10:30-11:00 am

$15/$17/$19

67753

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67611

Sa: 10/10-10/31

10:30-11:00 am

$15/$17/$19

67754

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67612

Sa: 11/7-11/28

10:30-11:00 am

$15/$17/$19

67755

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:00-9:40 am

$8/$9/$11

67613

Sa: 12/5-12/12

10:30-11:00 am

$8/$9/$11

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67607

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:35-7:05 pm

67608

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

67609

Journey 1: Ages 4-7

Exploration 2: Ages 24 months-3 years

This class is specifically for toddlers and adults to enjoy and learn together. An instructor will lead the adults through different swim exercises and activities to promote independent swimming for the child. This class is held in the warm water pool for added comfort.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67623

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

7:10-7:40 pm

$29/$33/$37

67624

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

7:10-7:40 pm

$29/$33/$37

67625

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

7:10-7:40 pm

$29/$33/$37

67626

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

7:10-7:40 pm

$15/$17/$19

67628

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:45-10:15 am

$15/$17/$19

67629

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:45-10:15 am

$15/$17/$19

67631

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:45-10:15 am

$8/$9/$11

67630

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:45-10:15 am

$8/$9/$11

Voyagers: Age 3

This is an introduction to swimming for toddlers who have attended Exploration 1 and/or Exploration 2 and have been promoted into this class, or are 3 years old at the start of the class. Participants will learn water independence, basic water movement and floats in the warm water pool. Adults are not in the water with children in this class. Register early - class fills quickly!

This course is for children who are comfortable in the water and have some water experience. This course will focus on floating, kicking, breathing and beginner strokes. Register early - class fills quickly!

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67639

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67640

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67641

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67642

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67643

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67644

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67645

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67646

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67647

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67648

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

5:30-6:00 pm

$17/$19/$22

67649

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:00-6:30 pm

$17/$19/$22

67650

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/31

7:10-7:40 pm

$33/$35/$41

67651

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67652

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67653

Sa: 9/12-10/3

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67654

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67655

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67762

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67656

Sa: 10/10-10/31

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67763

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67657

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67764

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67658

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67765

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:35-7:05 pm

$17/$19/$22

67659

Sa: 11/7-11/28

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67766

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:45-10:15 am

$17/$19/$22

67660

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:00-9:40 am

$11/$13/$15

67767

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:45-10:15 am

$17/$19/$22

67661

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:45-10:25 am

$11/$13/$15

67768

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:45-10:15 am

$17/$19/$22

67662

Sa: 12/5-12/12

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67769

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:45-10:15 am

$11/$13/$15

2015 Fall Playbook

AquaPlex Journey 2: Ages 4-7

Children MUST know how to float, glide and kick by themselves and have basic stroke knowledge. They will learn front crawl breathing, proper back crawl arms and be introduced to breaststroke and butterfly kicking.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67703

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67704

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67706

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67707

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67709

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67710

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67712

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:00-6:30 pm

$17/$19/$22

67713

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

5:30-6:00 pm

$17/$19/$22

67714

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67715

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67716

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67717

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67718

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67719

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67720

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:00-9:40 am

$11/$13/$15

67721

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:45-10:25 am

$11/$13/$15

Journey 3: Ages 4-7

Children should be able to swim one length of the pool and will continue to work on skills from the previous level. Participants will learn breaststroke and start building their endurance. Time will also be given to diving and treading water.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67731

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67732

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67733

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67734

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:00-6:30 pm

$17/$19/$22

67735

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67736

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67737

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67738

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:00-9:40 am

$11/$13/$15

Private Swimming Lessons

Available to swimmers of all ages and abilities, private lessons are a great way to get personalized instruction tailored exactly to a swimmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual needs. We will pair you with one of our qualified instructors and can set up a time that works with your schedule. Call or stop by the AquaPlex office. In addition to our individual lessons, we are now offering: Private lesson punch cards - an easy way to sign up for multiple lessons and save money at the same time! Private sessions - customize a class with your own times and participants!

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Discovery 1: Ages 7-14

This class is for kids with little or no experience in the water. They will learn water adjustment, breathing, floating, kicking and basic strokes.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67523

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67524

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67525

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:00-6:30 pm

$31/$35/$43

67530

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:00-6:30 pm

$17/$19/$22

67526

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67527

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67528

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:00-9:40 am

$22/$25/$29

67529

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:00-9:40 am

$11/$13/$15

Discovery 2: Ages 7-14

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67543

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67544

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67545

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67546

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:35-7:05 pm

$17/$19/$22

67547

Sa: 9/12-10/3

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67548

Sa: 10/10-10/31

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67549

Sa: 11/7-11/28

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67550

Sa: 12/5-12/12

10:30-11:10 am

$11/$13/$15

Discovery 3: Ages 7-15

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67565

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67566

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67567

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67568

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

5:30-6:00 pm

$17/$19/$22

67569

Sa: 9/12-10/3

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67570

Sa: 10/10-10/31

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67571

Sa: 11/7-11/28

9:45-10:25 am

$22/$25/$29

67572

Sa: 12/5-12/12

9:45-10:25 am

$11/$13/$15

Adult Learn to Swim - Beginner: Ages 16+ FEES: M = RiverPlex Members R = Park District Residents â&#x20AC;˘ NR = Non-Residents Challenge Novice: Ages 7-14

This class is for children who know the basic freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke. They will add endurance to the above skills. They will also work on the development of these strokes and add elementary backstroke, butterfly and sidestroke.

This class is for adults who are not afraid of the water, but need to learn the basic skills of swimming.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67469

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67470

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67471

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67472

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

6:35-7:05 pm

$16/$18/$21

Adult Learn to Swim - Intermediate: Ages 16+

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67500

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67501

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67502

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67507

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

7:10-7:40 pm

$17/$19/$22

67476

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67503

Sa: 9/12-10/3

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67477

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67504

Sa: 10/10-10/31

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67478

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

6:35-7:05 pm

$31/$35/$43

67505

Sa: 11/7-11/28

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67479

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

8:15-8:55 am

$16/$18/$21

67506

Sa: 12/5-12/12

10:30-11:10 am

$11/$13/$15

We will work at improving your front and back crawl strokes, endurance levels and add other strokes as desired. You should be able to swim 100 yards on your front and back.

Terrified of Water: Ages 16+

Challenge Advanced: Ages 7-14

For children who know the basic elementary backstroke, butterfly and sidestroke. Development of these strokes will be emphasized as well as turns, competitive starts and safety skills.

This adult learn to swim lesson is taught in the class section of the lap pool in a small group setting. The instructor will help you to deal with any fears that you may have about the water environment, while teaching you basic swimming skills, such as front and back floats and freestyle stroke.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67482

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

Tu: 9/8-9/29

7:45-8:15 pm

$17/$19/$23

67483

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67757

67484

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

7:10-7:40 pm

$31/$35/$43

67758

Tu: 10/6-10/27

7:45-8:15 pm

$17/$19/$23

67759

Tu: 11/3-11/24

7:45-8:15 pm

$17/$19/$23

67485

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

7:10-7:40 pm

$17/$19/$22

67486

Sa: 9/12-10/3

11:15-11:55 am

$22/$25/$29

67487

Sa: 10/10-10/31

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67488

Sa: 11/7-11/28

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

67489

Sa: 12/5-12/26

10:30-11:10 am

$22/$25/$29

Challenge Expert: Ages 7-14

In this course, children will continue with what has been introduced in Challenge Advanced. The focus is on developing stroke proficiency and polishing existing techniques over longer distances. Swimmers will also be introduced to a few more advanced aspects of competitive swimming, such as flip turns, streamlining and breathing techniques.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-M/R/NR

67492

Tu, Th: 9/8-10/1

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67493

Tu, Th: 10/6-10/29

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67494

Tu, Th: 11/3-11/26

5:30-6:00 pm

$31/$35/$43

67495

Tu, Th: 12/8-12/17

5:30-6:00 pm

$17/$19/$22

67496

Sa: 9/12-10/3

8:15-8:55 am

$11/$13/$15

67497

Sa: 10/10-10/31

8:15-8:55 am

$22/$25/$29

67498

Sa: 11/7-11/28

8:15-8:55 am

$22/$25/$29

67499

Sa: 12/5-12/26

8:15-8:55 am

$22/$25/$29

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2015 Fall Playbook

Owens Center

1019 W. Lake Avenue • (309) 686-3368 • Public Skate Line: (309) 686-3366 AT A GLANCE An indoor ice skating facility featuring two full-size rinks. Owens offers year-round ice skating lessons for ages 3+ and comprehensive hockey and figure skating programs. MANAGER Doug Silberer: dsilberer@peoriaparks.org SUMMER PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE* through September 30 Mon-Fri 1:00-2:30 pm Fri 7:00-8:45 pm Sat 6:30-8:30 pm FALL PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE* beginning October 1 Mon 9:00-11:00 am & 1:00-2:30 pm Tues 1:00-2:30 pm Wed 9:00-11:00 am & 1:00-2:30 pm Thurs 1:00-2:30 pm Fri 9:00-11:00 am, 1:00-2:30 pm 7:30-9:15 pm Sat 6:45-8:30 pm Sun NEW TIME! 2:15-4:00 pm *Schedule subject to change due to special circumstances. Visit www.peoriaparks.org or call Owens Center for updates.

Ways to Save When You Skate Family Skate returns October 4!

Every Sunday, families (up to 5 people) can skate for $25 (including skate rentals). Additional skaters pay $4.75 each.

$4.00 $5.00 $4.00 $3.00

Ice Birthdays See pgs. 90-92

Clothing

Warm, comfortable clothing with mittens or gloves and protective head gear or hats for young children are recommended. Adults additionally benefit from wrist guards and knee pads.

Public Skate Passes

Skates

Group Discounts

Registration Options

Get a 10 visit pass for only $32 (Juniors and Seniors) or $42 (Adults). Skate rental is additional. A discounted rate of $4.75/person is given to groups of 10-50 who make a reservation at least one week in advance. No passes may be used. A $23.75 non-refundable deposit required for groups of 20 or more.

Public Skate Specials

Owens also offers discounts for students, skating school participants and those with Mustang ticket stubs.

PUBLIC SKATE EXCEPTIONS 9/4 No 7:00 pm public skate 9/6-9/7 Closed 11/26 Closed 12/19 Public Skate 2:30-4:30 pm only 12/20 Public Skate 12:00-3:00 pm only 12/21-12/24 Public Skate 11:00 am-2:30 pm only 12/25 Closed 12/26 Public Skate 1:00-5:00 pm 12/27 Public Skate 12:00-4:00 pm 12/28-12/31 Public Skate 11:00 am-2:30 pm 1/1/16 Closed ADMISSION FEES Junior (12 & under) Adult (13 & over) Senior (65 & over) Skate Rental

About Our Skating School

Skate rental is included in the cost of your lessons. Skates should be your shoe size or one size larger. Wear one pair of thin socks. • Mail registration form to Owens Center, 1019 W. Lake, Peoria, 61614 • Register in person at Owens Center daily from 9 am to 8 pm • FAX your registration (with VISA, MC, American Express or Discover number) to 309-681-0610.

Fees & Transfers

Class fees vary and are included on the charts on the opposite page. A $5 administrative fee will be charged for any drop or transfer of cIasses OR if you register for a class on the first day it runs. Please note: transfers may not occur after a class begins. If a student is no longer able to attend classes, a credit with a $5 administration fee will be assessed from the time the skating school is notified that the student is unable to attend.

Each class time/level must meet a class minimum in order to run.

Edge the Competition with a Premium Sharpening!

Premium Rate: $10 Blademaster Sharpener

Standard Rate: $7

(2 day pick-up) Dupliskate Sharpener

New Skates & Heavily Rusted Skates: $2 additional to the above rates

Heavily rusted skate charge will be based on the Skate Sharpener’s discretion

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Fall Skating Lessons Pick a day and time for your lessons. This will be your assigned day and time through the entirety of the session. No make up classes available.

Skating Stars

Super Skates

Adult Levels

A special 3-level introductory series offered for ages 3-6.

A 10-level course for ages 7+ or younger skaters who have completed Skating Stars.

Mon

4:30 pm 5:15 pm

Tues

10:00 am 1:00 pm

10:00 am

Wed

10:00 am 1:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:15 pm

5:15 pm

FALL 1: 9/14-11/7

A 10-level course for adults to learn with their peers.

FALL 2: 11/9-1/23/16 (no class 11/23-11/28, 12/21-1/2/16)

Thurs

4:45 pm 5:30 pm

5:30 pm

Fee-R/NR: $72/$82

4:45 pm 5:30 pm

Sat

9:00 am 9:45 am

9:00 am

JUST GETTING STARTED? TRY OUR 4-WEEK LESSONS FOR FIRST TIME SKATERS ONLY!

Would you like to try skating, but aren’t ready to commit to our full 8-week classes? Then try our 4-week classes for beginners only. Classes are offered at all regular times (see chart above) and are for all ages (3 years to adult). These beginners-only sessions run: Fee-R/NR: $42/$52 FALL 1

M: 10/12-11/2

Tu: 10/13-11/3

W: 10/14-11/4

Th: 10/15-11/5

Sa: 10/17-11/7

FALL 2

M: 12/14-1/18/16

Tu: 12/15-1/19/16

W: 12/16-1/20/16

Th: 12/17-1/21/16

Sa: 12/19-1/23/16

Specialty Classes

For skaters who have completed 10 levels of Owens Center Skating School OR are concurrently participating in Level 8 or above.

Jump and Spin Learn the jumps, spins and connecting moves necessary for freestyle tests.

Power Skating Class

Prepare for an intense on-ice workout! This class helps strengthen the skater’s Fall 1: 9/14-11/5 endurance and speed. Get ready to have Fall 2: 11/9-1/21/16 some fun while working up a sweat. PRE (no class 11/23-26 and 12/21-31) REQUISITE: Freestyle 1 M: 5:15 pm • W: 4:30 pm • Th: 5:30 pm This class corresponds with the monthly Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 freestyle schedule. Sa: 8:15-8:45 am Adult Jump and Spin Fee: $50/10 class punch card or $6/walk-on Learn jumps, spins and connecting moves. Fall 1: 9/16-11/4 Booster & Private Lessons Fall 2: 11/11-1/20/16 Boosters are great for those skaters (no class 11/25, 12/23, or 12/30) beginning to test the ISI levels so they W: 5:15 pm • Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 may take part in ISI sanctioned events or

Freestyle and Developmental Hockey Sessions are available to practice freestyle and hockey skills and/or to receive private instruction. Scheduled times available at the rink and online.

Synchronized Skating Returns to Owens Center! The Heart of Illinois Skating Club has formed a synchro team at Owens Center. The River City Gems practice throughout the week. If you are interested in being on a team, please contact the Coordinator of Skating Development, Jenni Flores, at jflores@peoriaparks.org or the Head Coach of The River City Gems, Shawna Ludy, at shawnsmarie@gmail.com.

advance in group classes. Private Skating Lessons are available at Owens Center. For more information, call Jenni Flores at (309) 686-3368.

For Heart of Illinois Skating Club information, go to www.hoisc.com or Like them on Facebook.

photo by Deb Payton www.debpaytonphotography.com

2015 Fall Playbook

Owens Center

Fall Spectacular

Santa loves the chilly air inside Owens! Come see him for yourself while skating with your family and friends. Regular admission applies.

All figure skating/group class participants are invited to take part in the Owens Center ISI sanctioned in-house competition-exhibition. It’s a fun experience for skaters, a great way to show off your skills and be seen as a STAR by your families and friends. This competitionexhibition also rewards you for your hard work in skating lessons! Full details are available in the Owens Center lobby. Stop by and pick up an application! Spectators will be admitted free of charge.

Hockey Clinics

Want to play hockey but don’t know where to start? Our Prep Hockey Clinics for boys and girls, ages 3-13, provide the perfect opportunity to learn to skate along with the basic hockey fundamentals of stick handling, passing and shooting. After these clinics, you’ll be ready to join a hockey team!

Be a Player: Ages 5-13

It’s hockey season once again and what better way to get your player ready than a class focused on the skills of becoming a hockey player? “Be a Player” focuses on stickhandling, passing, shooting, and game situations. PREREQUISITE: Players must have completed Super Skates Level 1 and/or have played one season of PYHA. Players are required to wear full equipment. If you spend $150 or more at our Edge Pro Shop on equipment for the class, you will receive the class for half off the regular price. In order to receive this discounted rate, you must purchase the equipment prior to the start of the class. (5 weeks)

Fall 1: 9/12-10/10 Sa, 9:00 am Fee-R/NR: $55/57

Pre-Hockey

You must have permission from the Hockey Coordinator to take this class. Learn the preliminary fundamentals of hockey while increasing your skating skills. Full equipment is required. An excellent class to take with a regular skating class. Fall 1: 9/14-11/2 Fall 2: 11/9-1/18/16* M, 5:15 pm Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 *no class 11/23, 12/21, 12/28

Hockey 101: Ages 5-10

The season is back in full swing and there is no better way to get some specialized attention on the basic skills of hockey, including skating, stick handling, passing and shooting. This class is for the beginner/intermediate player. You can expect fine tuning of the skills you’ve previously learned and an introduction to game situations. Fall 2: 11/14-1/23/16* Sa, 9:45m Fee-R/NR: $72/$82 *no class 11/28, 12/26, 1/2/16

Hockey/Private Lessons

Owens Center offers private lesson instruction for hockey players at all skill levels. For more details, call Zac Tortorella at (309) 686-3368.

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS Minor Hawks Learn to Play Program Sa: 9/12-10/10 • 11 am • Ages 3-8 • Fee: $57

Through supporting efforts of the Chicago Blackhawks, the Peoria Park District and Peoria Youth Hockey Association (PYHA), we are excited to bring the Minor Hawks Learn to Play program to Peoria. Loaner equipment and sticks are included during the program and participants will receive a special Blackhawks jersey to keep. In this five-week program we will focus on skating, stick handling, passing, shooting and cross ice game play.

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Participants cannot have more than one year experience in PYHA and must register with USA Hockey. Registration for players 6 and under is free; players ages 7 and over must pay $40 to USA Hockey. To be able to register for this program, individuals must bring a printed out copy of their USA Hockey registration. You may register with USA Hockey online at usahockeyregistration.com. Cost includes rental equipment, Blackhawks jersey and instruction.

Peoria Youth Hockey Association • • • •

Pre-Season Conditioning Travel & House Leagues Used Equipment Sale Free Skating & Hockey Clinics Visit www.pyha.org for more details.

BRADLEY UNIVERSITY 2015-2016 HOME SCHEDULE Friday, 9/11 Saturday, 9/12 Friday, 10/2 Saturday, 10/3 Friday, 10/23 Saturday, 10/24 Friday, 10/30 Saturday, 10/31 Friday, 11/20 Saturday, 11/21 Friday, 1/22 Saturday, 1/23 Friday, 1/29 Saturday, 1/30

vs Eastern Illinois vs Eastern Illinois vs Northern Illinois vs Northern Illinois vs Western Illinois vs Western Illinois vs Iowa State vs Iowa State vs Concordia vs Concordia vs Marquette vs Marquette vs RMU Peoria vs RMU Peoria

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY 2014-2015 HOME SCHEDULE

Adult No-Check Hockey League

Attention hockey players ages 18 and up: are you still an enthusiast looking for a way to play? Previous hockey experience is NOT required. NOTE: If you register after October 2, fees increase by $25. Player Fee - R/NR: $230/$240 Goalie Fee - R/NR: $90/$100

Rat Hockey

Play hockey to keep in shape. Call (309) 686-3368 for scheduled times.

Friday, 10/2 Saturday, 10/3 Friday, 10/30 Saturday, 10/31 Friday, 12/4 Saturday, 12/5 Friday, 12/11 Saturday, 12/12 Friday, 1/8 Saturday, 1/9 Friday, 1/22 Saturday, 1/23 Friday, 1/29 Saturday, 1/30 Friday, 2/5 Saturday, 2/6

vs Illinois State vs Illinois State vs Missouri State vs Missouri State vs SIUE vs SIUE vs RMU White vs RMU White vs Aurora vs Aurora vs McKendree vs McKendree vs Bradley vs Bradley vs Loyola vs Loyola

MACHA Tournament February 12-14, 2016

Peoria Mustangs 2015-2016 Home Schedule Saturday, 9/12 Sunday, 9/13 Saturday, 9/19 Sunday, 9/20 Saturday, 9/27 Saturday, 10/10 Sunday, 10/11 Saturday, 10/17 Sunday, 10/18 Saturday, 11/7 Sunday, 11/8 Saturday, 11/21 Sunday, 11/22 Sunday, 12/6 Saturday, 12/12 Sunday, 12/13 Sunday, 1/17 Saturday, 2/6 Sunday, 2/7 Friday, 2/19 Saturday, 3/12 Sunday, 3/13

vs Chicago vs Chicago vs St. Louis vs St. Louis vs Wisconsin vs Evansville vs Evansville vs Nashville vs Nashville vs Nashville vs Nashville vs Cincinnati vs Cincinnati vs Chicago vs Evansville vs Evansville vs Wisconsin vs. C incinnati vs. Cincinnati vs. Chicago vs. St. Louis vs. St. Louis

WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY 2015-2016 HOME SCHEDULE Friday, 9/18 Saturday, 9/19 Friday, 10/9 Saturday, 10/10 Friday, 10/16 Saturday, 10/17 Friday, 10/23 Saturday, 10/24 Friday, 11/6 Saturday, 11/7 Friday, 12/4 Saturday, 12/5

vs Augustana vs Augustana vs Iowa State vs Iowa State vs Iowa vs Iowa vs Bradley vs Bradley vs Wheaton vs Wheaton vs RMU Black vs RMU Black

2015 Fall Playbook

Lakeview Recreation Center

1013 W. Lake Avenue • Contact Matt Suellentrop at 681-2866 or Nick McDuffee at 681-2867 Text LAKEVIEW to 309-857-0255 to receive updates on Lakeview Recreation Center programs.

OPEN GYM SCHEDULE: AT A GLANCE Lakeview Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility located inside Lakeview Park in the center of Peoria. It features a two-court gymnasium, a large multi-purpose room and two smaller community rooms. Scheduled programs, open gyms, birthday parties, community classes, a summer day camp and additional events will be hosted. The facility is accessible to people with disabilities. MANAGERS Nick McDuffee: nmcduffee@peoriaparks.org Matt Suellentrop: msuellentrop@peoriaparks.org

Adult Basketball Thursdays through October 22 $4 per visit • 8-10 pm

Adult Pickleball Mondays and Fridays, 8/31-1/24* • 9-11 am $3 per visit or $25/10-visit punch card *No Pickleball 11/27 or 12/25.

Want more pickleball? Check out times at Franciscan Rec Complex on page 49.

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

This is designed for healthcare professionals who need to be able to recognize several life threatening emergencies and perform life saving skills, though anyone is welcome to take this course. Course curriculum includes current American Heart Association guidelines. Min/Max: 3/9 Fee-R/NR: $95/$100

RENT LAKEVIEW REC CENTER See pg. 88-89

Code

Day-Date

Time

67895

Sa: 10/24

9 am-1:30 pm

LAKEVIEW REC CENTER BIRTHDAYS See pg. 90-92

67896

Sa: 12/12

9 am-1:30 pm

RENTALS AT LAKEVIEW REC CENTER: Lakeview Recreation Center features several opportunities for your group’s next event or outing including a gym with two basketball courts (wood floor) and three carpeted multi-purpose rooms varying in size. Fees vary depending on space, event type and length. BIRTHDAYS AT LAKEVIEW REC CENTER: Open Gym Party: Have your party at Lakeview Recreation Center! Package includes 1 ½ hours of free time in the gym where kids can play basketball, soccer, football, floor hockey and volleyball. The last ½ hour you will celebrate in a private room with cake and ice cream. Package includes ¼ sheet personalized cake, ice cream, plates, napkins, utensils, drinks and table covering. Fee: $115 for up to 20 guests ($2 for each additional guest)

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Adult Badminton Sundays through January 24* $5 per visit • 9-11 am *No Badminton on 12/27

HEARTSAVER CPR/AED/FIRST AID

This is designed for individuals with limited or no medical background needing training in CPR, AED, and first aid procedures to satisfy job or other requirements. Course curriculum includes American Heart Association guidelines. Min/Max: 2/9 Fee-R/NR: $80/$85 Code

Day-Date

Time

67892

Sa: 9/26

9 am-3 pm

67893

Sa: 11/7

9 am-3 pm

Check It Out! See more youth sports happening at Lakeview on pages 56-58. Find more adult fitness classes on page 73. See FRC’s Pickleball Open Gym schedule on page 49.

POUND AT LAKEVIEW

Pound is an easy routine to “stick” with, since it yields fast results, it’s fun, and it lets you Rock out while you work out! The stress relief and intense workout experienced by POUND-goers keeps them coming back for more! Burn between 400 and 900 + calories per hour, strengthen and sculpt infrequently used muscles, and drum your way to a leaner, slimmer physique - all while rocking out to your favorite music! Get ready to Pound to the beat of your own drummer. Age: 14+ Fee-R/NR: $34/$38 Code

Day-Date

Time

67906

M: 9/14-10/12

6-6:50 pm

67907

W: 9/16-10/14

6-6:50 pm

67911

F: 9/18-10/16

6-6:50 pm

67908

M: 10/19-11/16

6-6:50 pm

67909

W: 10/21-11/18

6-6:50 pm

67910

F: 10/23-11/20

6-6:50 pm

Adult Indoor Co-Rec Volleyball

Check out this co-rec volleyball league running on Sunday evenings at Lakeview Recreation Center. Teams consisting of 6 players (including 2 females) will bump, pass and spike against each other. Registration packets are available at the Noble Center, Lakeview Recreation Center or online at www.peoriaparks.org. Register now to be a part of the action or for more information contact Matt at 681-2866. Location: Lakeview Recreation Center Age: 18+ Time: 4-9 pm Team Fee-R/NR: $250 Session I: Sundays starting 9/13 - Registration Deadline: 9/4 • Code: 67359 Session II: Sundays starting 11/1 - Registration Deadline: 10/23 • Code: 67360

NEW! FXP HULA HOOP FITNESS

If you love Yoga, Pilates, Barre, and Dancing then FXP Hula Hoop Fitness Classes will take your workouts to the next level. Learn to Hoop, Dust the Table, Pick the Apples, and Warrior Stretch. Major Calorie Burning & Total Complete Body Toning will be your experience with FXP Fitness Classes. Did we mention just how FUN it is? Fee-R/NR: $34/$38 Code

Day-Date

Time

67924

T: 9/15-10/13

6-6:50 pm

67925

Th: 9/17-10/15

6-6:50 pm

67926

T: 10/20-11/17

6-6:50 pm

67927

Th: 10/22-11/19

6-6:50 pm

NEW! TURBOKICK

Jab, strike, uppercut, knee - this is who you were meant to be! Burn 600-900 calories per workout! This non-stop aerobic and strength training class is a total knockout! Age: 14+ Fee-R/NR: $34/$38

Code

Day-Date

Time

67935

Sa: 9/12-10/10

9-9:50 am

67936

Sa: 10/24-11/21

9-9:50 am

67926

T: 10/20-11/17

6-6:50 pm

67927

Th: 10/22-11/19

6-6:50 pm

YOUTH BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP

Boys and girls will learn the basics and improve their skills in this instructional program. Players will learn dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and defense, all while maintaining an emphasis on sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun. Skills will be taught through drills, contests, and games. Third and fourth graders will play on a 10’ hoop. The younger age groups will play with a shorter hoop and smaller ball. Location: Lakeview Recreation Center Fee-R/NR: $30/$35 Min/Max: 5-24 Age: 5 years-4th Grade Code

Sherman’s is proud to support Lakeview Recreation Center and Peoria Park District Athletics. 1215 W Glen Ave • Peoria, IL 61614 • (309) 691-4100

Day-Date

Time

5 YEARS - KINDERGARTEN

67878

M, W: 10/5-10/28

5:00-5:45 pm

GRADE 1-2

67879

M, W: 10/5-10/28

5:45-6:45 pm

GRADE 3-4

67880

M, W: 10/5-10/28

6:45-7:45 pm

2015 Fall Playbook

Franciscan Recreation Complex 908 Sterling Avenue, West Peoria • 677-6705

NEW! Breakfast with Santa

AT A GLANCE The Franciscan Recreation Complex (FRC) is a multi-purpose recreation center located in West Peoria at the intersection of Heading & Sterling Avenues. FRC features a full-size gymnasium, multi-purpose room with kitchenette, community room, dance studio, soccer field, two baseball fields, and an outdoor playground. FRC and its services are accessible to people with disabilities.

Saturday, December 5 • 10 am-12 pm • Free Santa is taking a break from his busy schedule to stop by FRC! Donuts, pastries, coffee and OJ will be served. Santa will be available for pictures. There will be games, a coloring contest, and fun for all ages. This event is co-sponsored by the Peoria Park District and the West Peoria Residents Association. No charge, but donations gladly accepted.

OPEN GYMS AT FRC Motor Mites Begins again on Wednesday, September 2!

This open gym for ages 1-5 is a great way to let little ones with lots of energy enjoy the fun of playing freely with scooters, balls, hula hoops, tumbling equipment and more! It’s a great way for children and parents to socialize. Parents must attend. Fee: $3/visit or $25 for a 10-visit pass.

RENT FRC See pg. 88-89

SEPT 2-OCT 30*: M, W, F 9:15-11:15 am and F 1:00-3:00 pm NOV 2-FEB 29: M through F, 9:15-11:15 am and F 1:00-3:00 pm BEGINNING MARCH 2: M, W, F 9:15-11:15 am and F 1:00-3:00 pm *no afternoon Motor Mites on 10/30 due to Halloween Party

BIRTHDAYS AT FRC See pg. 90-92

Groups are welcome at Motor Mites!

MANAGER Val Marek: vmarek@peoriaparks.org

FRC is closed 9/7, 11/26, 11/27, 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 and 1/1/16

Plan a private session for a class or playgroup. NEW!

Kids in Motion

Wednesdays • 5:30-7:30 pm October 7-December 23 • Ages 3-6 $3/visit or $25/10 visit punchcard This open gym program is a great way for your child to burn off that evening energy using all of our scooters, balls, tumbling equipment and more. Parent or guardian must attend.

Open Volleyball

Mondays, 7:30-10 pm Thursdays, 8-10 pm Ages 18+ $3/visit or $25/10 visit punch card

Open Pickleball

Ages 18+ • $3/visit or $25/10 visit punch card • • •

Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 am through October 29 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-3 pm starting November 3

FREE PICKLEBALL CLINICS: Ages 18+

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Check It Out!

Tu: 9/22, 1-3 pm • Th: 9/24, 5:30-7:30 pm Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the nation, and is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It is fun for all ages and skill levels. These clinics, taught by a volunteer instructor, are for folks who are interested in the sport but have never played and for newbies who want to learn basic skills and rules.

Find more pickleball at Lakeview Rec Center on page 46.

Community Indoor Garage Sale Saturday, 9/26 • 8 am-1 pm

Clean out that basement, attic, garage, and closet! It’s time to get rid of all that ‘stuff’ you no longer want. Rent a table and sell it all for $20 in the gym. You will receive an eight foot table in a ten foot long space. There is limited availability, so reserve your spot TODAY! Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 23.

Friday, October 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm Ages 1-12 • $3/child

Halloween is coming soon, so grab your mask or your broom! Don't take your bag on the street; come instead to our place for tricks and treats! Costume contest at 6:30 pm. Carnival games, crafts, Fun on the Run bounce house, and candy all evening. Brought to you by the Peoria Park District, W.P. Residents Association, W.P. Neighborhood Watch, W. P. Township, and the City of West Peoria.

Looking for more fitness programs? See page 73.

Get Fit at FRC!

Class

Ages Code Day-Dates

Time

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

DROP-IN YOGA

16+ 16+ 16+ 16+

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Fridays

6:30 pm 11:00 am 6:30 pm 9:30 am

Tonya Pruett Jill Feinberg Tonya Pruett Jill Feinberg

$4.50 drop-in OR 12 visit-$48

PILATES PLUS - CORE STRENGTH

16+ 16+

67064 67065

M, W: 9/14-10/21 M, W:11/2-12/9

5:30-6:25 pm 5:30-6:25 pm

Vicki Culbertson Vicki Culbertson

$48/$54 $48/$54

ZUMBA/ZUMBA TONING

14+ 14+

67079 67080

Tu:9/22-10/20 Tu:10/27-11/24

5:30-6:20 pm 5:30-6:20 pm

Debracca Williams Debracca Williams

$34/$39 $34/$39

ZUMBA/ZUMBA STEP

14+

67081

Tu:9/22-10/20

6:30-7:20 pm

Debracca Williams

$34/$39

NEW! TURBOKICK

14+ 14+

67933 67934

Tu: 9/8-10/6 Tu: 10/20-11/17

5:30-6:15 pm 5:30-6:15 pm

Justice Jones Justice Jones

$34/$38 $38/$38

NEW! POUND

14+ 14+

67931 67932

Th: 9/10-10/8 Th: 10/22-11/19

7:15-8:00 pm 7:15-8:00 pm

Justice Jones Justice Jones

$34/$38 $34/$38

Reduce stress while toning and stretching. Emphasis is on poses and breathing. Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. No need to register. Minimum of 6 to hold class. Looking to tone your body strength? This class will help strengthen, condition, and tone muscles. Pilates is very low impact, but gives great results. We combine the awesome toning and strengthening power of Toning, with the fun fitness-party of Zumba. It’s a total workout, combining all elements of fitness - cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, and boosted energy. We combine the awesome toning and strengthening power of step aerobics with the fun fitness-party of Zumba. Jab, strike, uppercut, knee - this is who you were meant to be! Burn 600-900 calories per workout! This non-stop aerobic and strength training class is a total knockout! Pound is an easy routine to STICK with, since it yields fast results, it’s fun, and it lets you ROCK OUT while you WORK OUT! Burn 400-900 calories per hour, and burn your way to a leaner, slimmer physique.

NEW! Mom and Me Ballet: Child age 3-5

You and your daughter will learn the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, coordination and creative movement while you prepare for barre work. Dress code: leotard, ballet shoes. Fee is per pair. Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

67346

Tu: 9/22-11/24

4:00-4:50 pm

$70/$81

NEW! Parent/Child Dance Aerobics: Child age 5-10

Work out and learn great new dance moves designed for parents and children to learn together. Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

67463

Tu: 9/22-11/24

6:30-7:20 pm

$70/$81

Check It Out! Lots of different programs are held at the FRC!

Youth Sports Classes p. 58 Adult Dodgeball p. 59 Youth and Adult Dance p. 60-64 Dance Team p. 65 Crochet and Knitting p. 70 50 Rock Fitness p. 76

2015 Fall Playbook

Proctor Recreation Center 309 S. DuSable • (309) 673-9183 AT A GLANCE This year-round recreation center features two gyms, auditorium, a lounge area, weight room, arts and crafts room, game room, outdoor basketball courts, playground, outdoor swimming pool, water splash pad and a play field area. Proctor Center is an official Safe Haven Site. The aim is to prevent, control and reduce violent crime, drug abuse and gang activity in and around Proctor Center. MANAGER Jonelle McCloud jmccloud@peoriaparks.org HOURS (STARTING AUGUST 31) Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm Saturday 10 am-3 pm Sunday closed Closed 9/7, 11/26-27, 12/24-25, 12/31, 1/1/16 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES Children (6-18) $30 Adult (19+) $50 Family $60 (includes ages 17 and under) RENT PROCTOR CENTER See pg. 88-89 BIRTHDAYS AT PROCTOR CENTER See pg. 90-92 REGISTRATION FOR PROGRAMS Register at Proctor Center or Noble Center. FRIENDS OF PROCTOR If you’re interested in giving back by volunteering at Proctor, soliciting donations or helping financially, contact us and ask to be a “Friend.” Meetings are held once a month. AFRICAN-AMERICAN HALL OF FAME Stop by and see the tradition and heritage on display and our resource materials. Call 673-2206 for details.

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Adult Programs Barre-Leaner, Longer, Stronger!

Mondays, 10/5-11/2 • 6-6:45 pm $2/class or $20/12 class punch card Exercise, what’s that? Here’s how we do it. Listen to the HOTTEST music at a ballet barre using ballet movements, positioning and alignment to create a low impact yet highly effective and energizing workout. Our goal is to achieve muscle fatigue and build/ improve core strength. Are you looking to sculpt a long, lean, stronger body? Be.Leaner, Be.Longer and Be.Stronger.

Yoga

Tuesdays, 10/6-11/3 • 6-6:45 pm $2/class or $20/12 class punch card A challenging series of poses that are held and sequenced to relieve tension, release toxins, decrease stress, restore the body, and open the hips while working on flexibility, strength and balance. Poses can be modified for all levels no matter if you are a first timer or advanced practitioner. Class sizes are capped to ensure personal attention and proper alignment. Be.Refreshed and Be.Recharged.

Hula Hoopin’ For Exercise

Wednesdays, 10/7-11/18 • 6-6:45 pm $2/class or $20/12 class punch card Hula hooping is not for kids anymore! A new study shows that using a weighted hula hoop can burn as many calories as step aerobics or a fast walking. Join us as we “deliver a total-body workout that can improve flexibility and balance while strengthening the back, abdominal, arm, and leg muscles.” Instructor: Mary Hudson

South Side Chess Club

10/7, 11/4, and 12/2 • 7-8:45 pm • 18+ $2/class or $20/12 class punch card If you like to play chess, shoot pool, or play dominoes in a fun, safe, and inviting environment while learning how to improve your game or just coming to sit back and relax, join us at Proctor Center on Wednesday evenings. Chess boards are available or you can bring your own.

ZUMBA

Thursdays, 10/8-12/10* • 6-6:45 pm $2/class or $20/12 class punch card This Latin-inspired dance-fitness class combines fast and slow Latin rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/ fitness fashion. Dance movements are easy to follow steps which target areas such as the gluteals, legs, arms, core, abdominals and heart. Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes. *No class 10/22. Instructor: Debracca Hangen.

FREE! PC’s Cafe at Proctor

For mature adults looking for a place to enjoy a cup of coffee and engage in interesting conversation. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please call Proctor Center at 673-9183 to confirm that you are coming. Time: 10 am-12 pm Code

Day-Date Topic

67330

F: 10/2

Technology and You

67331

F: 11/6

Do You Have a Green Thumb?

67332

F: 12/4

A Healthy You!

Open Computers

Mon-Fri • 9 am-1 pm and 7-9 pm • $1 Use our computers to surf the net or complete an application for a job. *Computers are available for those with an active membership during the day at Proctor Center.

Lunch Hour Noon Ball

Mon - Fri • 11:30 am-1:30 pm • $2 With the hustle and bustle of frantic mornings and late nights at the job, it’s hard to get a good workout in. Come to Proctor Center and stay in shape by playing basketball over your lunch hour. Pay only $2 and you can play a full court game, take a shower, use the locker rooms and get back to work just in time. Bring an extra pair of shoes and a towel.

Get in Shape in the Fitness Room! Open during regular hours • Ages 18+ $1/visit, free with membership 10-Station Universal Machine • 3 Treadmills • 2 Stationary Bikes • 2 Weight Benches • Free Weights • Smith Machine

Youth Programs Boxing at Proctor Center Ages 10-18

Endurance, cardio, power and strength. A boxing workout can give you all of this and more! Workouts include the heavy bag, the speed bag, floor exercises and skipping rope. Learn the fundamentals of boxing from a USA licensed boxing professional. All workouts are designed specifically for each individual. A chance to compete in competitions is also a possibility. No class 11/26. Fee: $40 (scholarships avail.)

Check It Out!

Basic Boxing Techniques

Code

Day-Date

Time

67328

Tu & Th: 10/6-10/29

5:30-7:00 pm

67329

Tu & Th: 11/3-12/3

5:30-7:00 pm

Find more youth basketball options on pages 57 and 71.

Boys Middle School Basketball League Calling all boys basketball coaches! Are you interested in keeping the boys playing during the off season? Proctor Center is the place to be! Bring your school team or a travel team or sign up as an individual and we will put you on a team. Grade levels are 5-6 and 7-8. Accepting four teams per grade level. Volunteer coaches needed. Fee: $12/ player.

Code

Start Date

Time

67334

M: 10/19-12/7

5-8 pm

‘I Got Game’ Youth Basketball Camp

Sa: 10/10-11/7 Fee: $30 This program is for boys and girls who love to play basketball and are not quite old enough to be a part of a league. Learn to dribble, pass, and shoot the basketball at an early age and as participants get older, they will be more confident with their skills to want to join a league. The team sport of basketball also teaches sportsmanship and teamwork. The camp is taught by Jonelle Polk McCloud, former professional player and college basketball coach. All participants will receive a t-shirt.

Code

Ages

Time

67326

4-6

10-10:45 am

67327

7-9

11-11:45 am

Proctor’s Playhouse

Mondays and Wednesdays 10/5-12/16 • 10 am-12 pm Ages 1-5 • $1 Let your kids take an adventure in Proctor’s Playhouse while you socialize with other parents. We have scooters, tricycles and wagons, play mats and skates. Parents must stay with their children.

2015 Fall Playbook

Proctor Recreation Center After School Program: Ages 6-14 Proctor Center is a safe place to stay when school gets out. Our structured programs include field trips, homework help, basketball, skating, computers, pool tables, ping pong and more! Van transportation available in select areas.

• Roller Skating: Come skate to your favorite music. Skate rental is free with membership. Mon-Fri at 3-4:30 pm and Saturdays at 12-2 pm. • Open Gym Basketball: Bring a few friends and start up a game! Make sure to bring an extra pair of gym Activities are offered Mon-Fri at 2:45-5:45 pm shoes. Mon-Fri at 3:30-6 pm and and include the following: Saturdays at 12-3 pm. • Homework Help: Mon-Fri at 3-3:30 pm • Computer Kids: Improve your • Nutrition: Learn to follow easy recipes computer skills, learn to type, engage and explore the four basic food groups. in educational games and learn to Instructor and supplies provided by the use the internet in our computer lab. University of Illinois Extension. Mon at 4 Mon-Fri at 4-6 pm. pm. • Arts & Crafts: Get creative and make something special you can call your own! Tuesdays at 4-5:30 pm.

Starts AUGUST 31 • Cost: $30 per year

VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Proctor Center Community Health Fair Wednesday, October 7 10 am-2 pm • Free

Being and staying healthy is something that we should think about everyday, but sometimes we just don’t know who to talk to or where to go. Well, Proctor Center’s Health Fair is the place to be! Increase your awareness about your health and join us for a fun-filled day.

Saturday, 10/31 • 5-8 pm Ages 1-14 • FREE

VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Proctor Center Talent Showcase Saturday, 11/14 • 3-5 pm • $5 VOLUNTEER! Acts from the longest running local pgs. 82-83 talent competition in Peoria will entertain you with singing, dancing, rapping and musical instruments. All ages can audition. Trophies will be awarded to winners in each category. Location: Proctor Center Registration Dates: 9/7-10/30 Registration Fee: $5 Audition Date: Saturday, 10/23 (we will assign you a time after registering)

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Come celebrate Halloween the fun, VOLUNTEER! safe way at Proctor Center’s Trunk or pgs. 82-83 Treat. We will block off an entire block around Proctor, put cars together, then open the trunks to reveal Halloween-themed decorations. Kids can walk from trunk to trunk to look at the decorations and receive candy and treats. This event provides a controlled and safe family environment for trick-ortreaters ages 1 to 14.

Proctor Center Holiday Party Holiday Festivities at Proctor Center Thursday, 12/10 • 6-7:30 pm • $3

Come make and create crafts and participate in fun activities for the holidays. Refreshments will be served. VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Logan Recreation Center 1414 S. Livingston • 676-8179 AT A GLANCE Located on Peoria’s South Side, Logan Center features lighted basketball courts, a soccer field, two picnic pavilions, playground equipment, indoor lounge with cable TV, VCR, DVD, computer availability with Internet access and a multi-purpose indoor recreation area. MANAGER Ryan Daum rdaum@peoriaparks.org RENT LOGAN CENTER See pg. 88-89 SHARE YOUR SKILLS Do you have a skill or talent that you would like to share with others? If you would like to share your passion with others but need a location, Logan Center might be perfect for you. For more information call Ryan at (309) 210-2793.

LIKE us on FACEBOOK! facebook.com/PPD.logan

After School Program Ages 6-12 After School Program hours are Monday-Friday from 2:30-6 pm amd 1-5 pm when school’s out. Includes homework help, roller skating, sports, crafts, nutrition, and field trips. Van transportation from Trewyn and Harrison schools is available.

Starts september 8 • Cost: $25 per year Job Hunt at Logan VOLUNTEER! Wednesdays • 9-11 am pgs. 82-83 Free Are you looking for a job? You can practice for interviews or use Logan Center’s computers to look for jobs or create a resume. We also welcome people who would like to assist others in their search for a new job. Open Computer Usage Wednesdays • 1-2 pm • Free South Side Walking Club Mondays, 8/24-11/2 • 7-9 am $5 to join club Weekly Table Tennis Fridays • 6-7:30 pm • $1/session Stop by Logan Center to enjoy playing and learning table tennis. Any skill level is welcome to attend. Watch for a potential table tennis tournament in the spring!

Proudly supporting the Peoria Park District 801 W. Birchwood Morton, IL 309-266-2400

Monday Night Kickball Mondays, 9/7-10/19 • 6:10-7:10 pm Ages 6-12 • Free Get your team of 7 or more players together and meet us on the blacktop behind Logan Center. Games will be played on a first-come, first-served basis. Logan will provide officials. Adult Kick Back Third Saturday of every month • 11 am Ages 18+ • Free Play chess, checkers, dominoes or other games and socialize with your friends and neighbors.

NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition Saturday September 19 • 1pm Free • Ages 6-15

The NFL Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition gives young football fans a chance to exhibit their skills. The competition is open to boys and girls ages 6-15. There are five separate age divisions (6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14-15). Children compete against each other in punting, passing, and place kicking. The winners are determined based on distance and accuracy. Entry forms are available at VOLUNTEER! NFLPPK.com or from pgs. 82-83 Logan Center.

Dynamic Duos Basketball Tournament Saturday August 29 • 10 am $10/team • Ages 18+ Wrap up summer by winning basketball bragging rights! Join in the adult 2 on 2 basketball tournament. Call (309) 210-2793 for more information or to register.

2015 Fall Playbook

Logan Recreation Center Special Events Logan Center Fall Open House Thursday, September 10 • 5:30-7 pm See all that Logan Center has to offer and meet the staff. Refreshments provided. Unity Point Wellmobile Saturday, October 3 • 8-11 am The Unity Point Wellmobile provides free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. No appointment necessary. Monsters on Parade Party Saturday October 31 3-7 pm • $1 Stop by Logan Center to enjoy spooky games, crafts, and snacks to begin the evening. We will then go trick-or-treating as a group.

Play With Garbage Day Saturday, November 14 • 1-2:30 pm Join us as we give second life to used items. We will create new decorations, toys, or handy household items from old soda bottles, cans, milk jugs, and other recyclable objects. The only cost is to bring at least one clean item to be reused.

SALE!

Logan Center Holiday Party Monday, December 14 4-7 pm Ages 6-12 $1, or free for those in the after school program. Play games, enjoy refreshments, and make holiday crafts at this year’s Holiday Party.

December Community Garage Sale Saturday, December 5 • 9 am-Noon $10 to rent a table or $5 if you bring your own Earn some money for the holidays by selling your unwanted items or buy some unique holiday presents for your loved ones.

Moonlight Coalition Mission Statement

By focusing on accessible education opportunities in the 61605 region, Moonlight helps to re-emphasize the importance of education and literacy. With a GED, residents who are currently unemployed or underemployed will be able to access higher paying jobs, increasing their economic stability and by association, that of the targeted neighborhood.

Open enrollment is one of the keys to our success. You can drop in to a class at any of the times listed below without needing to register or pay a fee. In fact, there is no cost at all to attend these classes and all supplies are provided. Join our GED classes taught by Hedy Elliott-Gardner, a certified teacher. Register with Proctor Center at 673-9183.

Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning was originally established in 1994 to provide organized activities for young members of the community to combat juvenile delinquency and prevent crime. Organized sports like basketball were combined with GED instruction as a way to break down barriers for those who thought formal education wasn’t accessible or “cool.”

September 2015-May 2016 Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11 am-1 pm Saturday by appointment only

Today, Moonlight focuses on providing easy access to GED education for those seeking to earn their high school diploma. In direct contrast to other programs that only take new students at the beginning of each semester and that are located outside of local communities, Moonlight focuses on providing accessible, open education opportunities, reaching those in need of support in the communities where they live and work. At this time, Moonlight provides GED and adult literacy education to adults ages 17 and over at Proctor Recreation Center and Logan Recreation Center. Moonlight Coalition honors its graduates with a cap and gown graduation ceremony twice a year.

Logan Recreation Center Fall Schedule:

What is Moonlight Coalition?

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Proctor Recreation Center Fall Schedule:

September 2015-May 2016 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11 am-1 pm VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association A Sampling of our Programs: For Ages 2+

8727 N. Pioneer Road • 691-1929

Providing access to recreation activities for people with disabilities of all ages.

• Parents Night Out

For School-Aged Kids • Holiday Camp • Inclusion Services

For Adults

• FOCUS Program (runs Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) • Dances and Parties • Pizza, Bowling and other Social Outings • Dinner and Games, Dinner and Movies • Bingo, Wii Mania, Karaoke • Inclusion Services

Adapted Sports

• Peoria Wildcats Wheelchair Basketball

Special Olympics • Basketball

HISRA believes everyone should have access to recreation! HISRA provides a variety of recreation opportunities within our own programming as well as inclusion services throughout the Peoria Park District. If you or your loved one has a disability and is interested in learning more about accessing anything seen here in the Playbook, please contact HISRA at (309) 691-1929. A member of our professional staff will meet with the participant and family to help you find the best recreation options for you. We work with Peoria Park District staff to supplement staff training, provide consultation services and program modification and adaptation when appropriate and feasible. HISRA provides all inclusion services at no cost to residents of the Peoria Park District. As a cooperative network of four area park districts, HISRA has proudly provided quality recreation programs and inclusion services for more than 25 years. Trained staff members facilitate and supervise all HISRA programs and activities. Training includes disability awareness, program adaptation, leadership, first aid, and much, much more.

Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA)

A cooperative extension of the Chillicothe, Morton, Peoria, and Washington Park Districts 8727 N. Pioneer Road, Peoria, IL 61615 Phone: (309) 691-1929 • www.hisra.org

2015 Fall Playbook

Soccer

Matt Suellentrop, Manager • 688-3667 • msuellentrop@peoriaparks.org

HAPPY FEET SOCCER: AGES 2-5 Happy Feet is a fun “story-time with a soccer ball” program for kids ages 2-5. Each session has a 30-45 minute structured soccer activity including a 15 minute game scenario to showcase soccer skills. Happy Feet is designed to continually use its kid friendly curriculum to ensure kids are having an absolute blast while developing essential physical skills. Each of the league sessions builds on the last and our coaches use portions of the curriculum that are appropriate for both age and skill level. All session are held indoors. Fee-R/NR: $36/$41 Min/Max: 6/12 www.happyfeetpeoria.com

RiverPlex

Mornings - Lakeview Recreation Center

Evenings - Lakeview Recreation Center

Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

66921

F: 10/9-11/6

9:30-10:00 am

66931

Tu: 10/6-11/3

9:30-10 am

66942

W: 10/7-11/4

5:30-6:00 pm

66922

2-3

F: 10/9-11/6

10:00-10:30 am

66950

Tu: 10/6-11/3

10-10:30 am

66943

W: 10/7-11/4

6:00-6:30 pm

66923

4-5

F: 10/9-11/6

10:30-11:00 am

66932

4-5

Tu: 10/6-11/3

10:30-11 am

66944

W: 10/7-11/4

5:30-6:00 pm

66929

F: 11/13-12/18*

9:30-10:00 am

66933

Tu: 11/10-12/8

9:30-10 am

66945

W: 10/7-11/4

6:00-6:30 pm

66930

F: 11/13-12/18*

10:00-10:30 am

66934

Tu: 11/10-12/8

10-10:30 am

66946

W: 11/11-12/9

5:30-6:00 pm

66952

4-5

F: 11/13-12/18*

10:30-11:00 am

66935

4-5

Tu: 11/10-12/8

10:30-11 am

66947

W: 11/11-12/9

6:00-6:30 pm

*no class 11/27

66936

Th: 10/8-11/5

9:30-10 am

66951

W: 11/11-12/9

5:30-6:00 pm

66937

Th: 10/8-11/5

10-10:30 am

66948

W: 11/11-12/9

6:00-6:30 pm

66938

4-5

Th: 10/8-11/5

10:30-11 am

66939

Th: 11/12-12/17*

9:30-10 am

66940

Th: 11/12-12/17*

10-10:30 am

66941

4-5

Th: 11/12-12/17*

10:30-11 am

Watch for January-March Happy Feet classes in the Winter Playbook!

*no class 11/26

Little Pint/Pee Wee Soccer

This class will provide an introduction to soccer and the fundamentals of passing, shooting and dribbling. Locations: Franciscan Rec Complex and Lakeview Rec Center Little Pint: Ages 3-4 Fee-R/NR: $27/$32

Looking for a place to have your 4-5 year old play indoor soccer? Sign up for this indoor soccer league played at Lakeview Recreation Center. Sessions run for 45 minutes with two practices and five games. Volunteer coaches are needed; please contact us if you are interested in coaching. Shinguards are recommended for this program. Location: Lakeview Rec Center Fee-R/NR: $30/$35

Code

Day-Date

Time

66800

M: 10/5-11/2

4:15-5:00 pm FRC

66801

M: 11/9-12/7

4:15-5:00 pm FRC

66806

W: 9/30-10/28

5:30-6:15 pm Lakeview

Code

Day-Date

Time

66813

Th: 10/8-11/5

4:45-5:30 pm FRC

66797

Sa: 10/24-12/19*

9:00-11:00 am

66814

Th: 11/12-12/17*

4:45-5:30 pm FRC

66812

Sa: 10/10-11/7

8:45-9:30 am

Lakeview

66822

Sa: 11/14-12/19*

8:45-9:30 am

Lakeview

Location

YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER

*no class 11/26 or 11/28

Pee Wee: Ages 5-6 Fee-R/NR: $30/$35 Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

66802

M: 10/5-11/2

5:00-6:00 pm

FRC

66803

M: 11/9-12/7

5:00-6:00 pm

FRC

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COACH!

pgs.82-83

*no class 11/28

Try FootGolf with your family and friends! FootGolf is played with a soccer ball on the golf course. Bring your own soccer ball or rent one at the course. See page 24 for more details.

Basketball

Nick McDuffee, Manager • 688-3667 • nmcduffee@peoriaparks.org

Youth Basketball Skills Camp

Day-Date

Time

5 YEARS - KINDERGARTEN

67878

M, W: 10/5-10/28

5:00-5:45 pm

GRADE 1-2

67879

M, W: 10/5-10/28

5:45-6:45 pm

GRADE 3-4

67880

M, W: 10/5-10/28

6:45-7:45 pm

Youth Basketball Leagues

Youth of all ability levels, from the first time hoopster to the backyard superstar, will learn the skills necessary to enjoy the sport of basketball for life. Under the instruction of volunteer coaches, participants will develop techniques, knowledge and strategy with emphasis on fun, sportsmanship and fair play. • 5 Years-Kindergarten: The 5-year old/kindergarten league will involve 30 minutes of practice time. Children will then be divided into teams and play a game for the final 30 minutes. • Grades 1-4: Practices will be held for one hour (at 5:30 or 6:30 pm) beginning the second week. Practices will be held on Mondays and Thursdays. • Grades 1-4: Games will be played on Saturday mornings at 9, 10 or 11 am at the RiverPlex. • Parent-Athlete-Coach (PAC) Meetings are mandatory and take place at the RiverPlex.

Fall Leagues at RiverPlex Min/Max: 10-60

Dates: 11/2-12/19

Registration Deadline: 10/16

Code

Grade

Practice Days

Skill Evaluation

PAC Meeting

Fee-R/NR

67881

5 years - K

M, Th

N/A

Th: 11/5, 5:30 pm

$50/$55

67886

1st-2nd

M, Th, Sa

M: 11/2, 5:30 pm

Th: 11/5, 5:30 pm

$60/$65

67889

3rd - 4th

M, Th, Sa

M: 11/2, 6:15 pm

Th: 11/5, 6:15 pm

$60/$65

Winter Leagues at Lakeview Rec Center

Check It Out!

COACH!

pgs.82-83

Dates: 1/20-3/12

Code

Grade

Practice Days

PAC Meeting

Fee-R/NR

Find more youth basketball options on pages 51 and 71.

67883

5 years - K

M, W

W: 1/20, 5:30 pm

$60/$65

67887

1st-2nd

M, Sa

W: 1/20, 5:30 pm

$60/$65

Looking for adult basketball programs? See pages 50 and 53.

67888

1st-2nd

W, Sa

W: 1/20, 5:30 pm

$60/$65

67890

3rd-4th

M, Sa

W: 1/20, 6:15 pm

$60/$65

67891

3rd-4th

W, Sa

W: 1/20, 6:15 pm

$60/$65

We Keep Your

Child Smiling!

Peoria: (309) 690-3368 • Washington: (309) 694-3368 www.justkidzdentistry.com

Many Thanks to our Youth Sports Gold Sponsors!

MAKE TIME TO COACH A TEAM!

Are you interested in coaching your child’s youth sports team? It’s sure to be a fun and rewarding time. No experience is needed - we’ll provide the training with a FREE ASEP Coaches Clinic. Email Nick at nmcduffee@peoriaparks.org.

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Youth Sports

Matt Suellentrop, Manager • 688-3667 • msuellentrop@peoriaparks.org Locations: FRC=Franciscan Recreation Complex • Lakeview=Lakeview Recreation Center

Little Pint/Pee Wee Soccer

Day-Date

Time

66800

M: 10/5-11/2

66801 66806

This class will provide an introduction to athletics by covering a new sport each week. We use scaled down equipment and cover the basic rules and skills of basketball, football, baseball, floor hockey and soccer. Min/Max: 4-12 Age: 3-4 Fee-R/NR: $27/$32 Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

4:15-5:00 pm FRC

66804

M: 10/5-11/2

6:15-7:00 pm

FRC

M: 11/9-12/7

4:15-5:00 pm FRC

66805

M: 11/9-12/7

6:15-7:00 pm

FRC

W: 9/30-10/28

5:30-6:15 pm Lakeview

66809

Th: 10/8-11/5

4:00-4:45 pm

FRC

66813

Th: 10/8-11/5

4:45-5:30 pm FRC

66819

Th: 11/12-12/17*

4:00-4:45 pm

FRC

66814

Th: 11/12-12/17*

4:45-5:30 pm FRC

66808

Sa: 10/10-11/7

9:30-10:15 am

Lakeview

66812

Sa: 10/10-11/7

8:45-9:30 am

66823

Sa: 11/14-12/19*

9:30-10:15 am

Lakeview

66822

Sa: 11/14-12/19*

Location

Little Pint All Star Sports

8:45-9:30 am

Lakeview Lakeview

*no class 11/26 or 11/28

Pee Wee: Ages 5-6 Fee-R/NR: $30/$35 Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

66802

M: 10/5-11/2

5:00-6:00 pm

FRC

66803

M: 11/9-12/7

5:00-6:00 pm

FRC

Pee Wee Baseball

This class will provide an introduction to throwing, catching, hitting and baserunning while emphasizing sportsmanship and fun. Participants should bring a glove as only a limited quantity is available. Min/Max: 4-12 Age: 5-6 Fee-R/NR: $30/$35 Location: Lakeview Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

66810

Sa: 11/14-12/19*

10:15-11:15 am

Lakeview

*no class 11/26 or 11/28

Pee Wee Flag Football

This class will introduce participants to the sport of football in going over passing, catching, flag pulling, and defense while emphasizing sportsmanship and fun. All equipment is furnished. Min/Max: 4-12 Age: 5-6 Fee-R/NR: $30/$35 Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

66807

W: 9/30-10/28

6:15-7:15 pm

Lakeview

66811

Sa: 10/10-11/7

10:15-11:15 am Lakeview

Watch for January-March Youth Sports classes in the Winter Playbook!

*no class 11/28

Don’t miss the Sports Auction and Card Show on page 7!

Razorback Wrestling Club Steve Montez • 681-2865 • smontez@peoriaparks.org

Grades 1-8/Ages 6-15 Join the sport where no one sits on the bench. This is the style of wrestling used in high schools and college. Members practice and wrestle against others their own size and weight. Participants benefit in gaining greater strength, flexibility and greater self confidence and a sense of achievement. Registration: Tu: 10/27 at Woodruff H.S. wrestling room, 6:30-7:30 pm Parent Meeting: Th: 10/29 with child, 6-7:30 pm (mandatory for all wrestlers) First practice: Tu: 11/3, 5:30-7:30 pm Practice days: Tues, Wed & Thurs starting the first week of November and running through first week of March (days & times depend on age) Fee: $85 for season

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Adult Sports Adult Co-Rec Dodgeball

The famous playground game is reborn as an exciting new sport of teamwork, strategy and skill. Co-rec teams of 6 to 10 players (with at least 2 female players) will put it all on the line trying to outlast opponents in an atmosphere of safe, friendly, yet fierce competition. Remember, no head shots allowed! Get your teams together! Registration packets are available at the Noble Center, Franciscan Rec Complex, RiverPlex or online at www.peoriaparks. org. Register now to be a part of the non-stop Dodgeball action! For more information, call Matt at 681-2866. Location: Franciscan Rec Complex Age: 18+ Dates: Sundays, starting 10/11 Time: 6-9 pm Team Fee-R/NR: $75/$80 Registration Deadline: 10/2 Player Fee-R/NR: $10/$15 Registration Code: 66953

Adult Indoor Co-Rec Volleyball

45th Annual Peoria Turkey Trot Join us rain, shine or snow for Peoria’s oldest running race, a 4-mile run through Detweiller Park. The top two finishers in each division receive a trophy and a turkey, compliments of Kroger. All entrants receive a Turkey Trot t-shirt. A 1/2 mile youth fun-run will take place immediately before the start of the run. Register at the Noble Center. Questions? Call Matt at 6812866 or email msuellentrop@peoriaparks.org. VOLUNTEER! Code: 67902 pgs. 82-83 Date/Time: Su: 11/22 • 1 pm Fee: $16 through 11/19 • $14 for IVS members • $18 for runners registered after 11/19 $2 Youth Fun Run (no t-shirt)

The Turkey Trot is proudly sponsored by:

Session I: Sundays starting 9/13 - Registration Deadline: 9/4 • Code: 67359 Session II: Sundays starting 11/1 - Registration Deadline: 10/23 • Code: 67360

Check It Out!

Find more volleyball programs for adults and youth on page 36.

Pickleball

Pickleball open gyms are held at Lakeview Recreation Center (p. 46) and Franciscan Recreation Complex (p. 49). Pickleball is a cross between tennis and badminton. It is easier on the knees than other court sports and our avid squad of experienced players will teach you the game. Loaner equipment is available.

Zoo Run Run

August 29 • 8:30 am 5K Start Time Cost: 5K • $25/Zoo Member, $30/NM Youth ¼ Mile Run • $12/Zoo Member, $15/NM See page 17 for details.

Peoria Park District Athletics Now Offers Text Alerts!

To receive text messages about specific programs, including field conditions, closures, rainouts, etc.

Simply text the corresponding keyword below to 309-857-0255.

You will receive text alerts about our programs. You may receive up to five messages per month. Text STOP to cancel. Msg & Data Rates Apply. Terms & Conditions available by email at whowe@peoriaparks.org.

KICKBALL FRC PICKLEBALL YSOCCER ASOCCER TEEBALL COACHPITCH

Adult Kickball League Franciscan Rec Complex programs Pickleball programs Youth Soccer Adult Soccer Tee Ball Coach Pitch

BASEBALL MSOFTBALL TSOFTBALL WSOFTBALL THSOFTBALL FSOFTBALL SSOFTBALL

Minors/Majors Monday Night Softball Tuesday Night Softball Wednesday Night Softball Thursday Night Softball Friday Night Softball Sunday Night Softball

BASKETBALL Youth Basketball League SANDVBALL Adult Sand Volleyball LAKEVIEW Lakeview Rec Center programs

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Youth Dance

The PPD Dance Program is partially funded by a grant from

(309) 681-2861

CLASS INFORMATION

AT A GLANCE These classes are a progressive program of dance instruction. A dance revue will be held each April with costumes for any/all students in the youth dance program. (Please note that students in dance lessons do not have to participate in the dance revue).

Ballet - is the study of a specific set of controlled movements (and their terminology) designed to develop strength, grace and flexibility.

Dress Code • Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Broadway Bound: Girls- leotard, tights, ballet and tap shoes. Boys - t-shirt, black tights, shorts or jazz pants, ballet and tap shoes. • Acrobatic & Tumbling: Leotard, unitard or sweatpants and gym shoes.

Tap - develops coordination, timing, memory and rhythm skills.

Princess Jasmine/Middle Eastern Dance Birthdays pgs. 90-92

Jazz - combines graceful techniques and fast-paced dancing to create many different expressions in motion.

Acrobatics - consists of balancing skills such as somersaults, headstands, and cartwheels which increase flexibility and coordination. Students must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of class. Continuing, intermediate and advanced classes are for students with previous experience or instructor’s approval.

CLASS LOCATION CODES

NCC =Noble Center Classroom (upstairs) NCA=Noble Center Auditorium (downstairs) FDS = Betty Merkel Ford Dance Studio at Franciscan Recreation Complex Noble Center (in Lakeview Park) 1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria

Private lessons are available. See your instructor for available times and fees.

Franciscan Recreation Complex 908 Sterling Ave, West Peoria

NEW! Mom and Me Ballet: Child age 3-5

You and your child will learn the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, coordination and creative movement while you prepare for barre work. Dress code: leotard, ballet shoes. Fee is per pair.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

Location

Instructor

67346

Tu: 9/22-11/24

4:00-4:50 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Beth Elser

NEW! Parent/Child Dance Aerobics: Child age 5-10

Work out and learn great new dance moves designed for parents and children to learn together.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67463

Tu: 9/22-11/24

6:30-7:20 pm

Raechel Bill

$70/$81

FDS

Broadway Bitsies - Dance and Tumbling for Tots: Ages 2-3

Dance and tumbling class for our youngest Broadway stars! Class covers basic tap, ballet, jazz and tumbling pre-skills to get students ready for formal dance and tumbling classes. Students will hop, jump, sway, sing and tumble with fun music and motions specific to the age and attention span of the young child! Students need dancewear: socks (not tights), ballet shoes and tap shoes. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

Location

Instructor

67015

Tu: 9/22-11/24

2:00-2:50 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Beth Elser

67016

W: 9/23-11/25

1:00-1:50 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Beth Elser

67017

W: 9/23-11/25

5:30-6:20 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Raechel Bill

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Introduction to Ballet I: Ages 3-5

Learn the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, coordination and creative movement while you prepare for barre work. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

Location

Instructor

67048

W: 9/23-11/25

2:00-2:50 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Beth Elser

67049

W: 9/23-11/25

4:30-5:20 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Joan Halperin

Introduction to Ballet II: Ages 3-5

This is a continuation of the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, coordination and creative movement, while you prepare for barre work. PREREQUISITE: INTRODUCTION TO BALLET I. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Fee-R/NR

Location

Instructor

67050

W: 9/23-11/25

3:00-3:50 pm

$70/$81

FDS

Beth Elser

Classical Ballet I: Ages 6-15

This introduction class begins with the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, coordination, and creative movement. Dancers learn basic ballet terms, positions and barre work as well as simple combinations. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67037

W: 9/23-11/25

6:30-7:20 pm

Joan Halperin

$70/$81

FDS

Classical Ballet II: Ages 6-15

Barre and centre floor work will be emphasized. No class 11/26. PREREQUISITE: CLASSICAL BALLET I OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67038

Th: 9/24-12/3

4:30-5:20 pm

Joan Halperin

$70/$81

FDS

Classical Ballet III: Ages 10-15

Barre and centre floor work for advanced students. No class 11/26. PREREQUISITE: CLASSICAL BALLET II OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. Recital on 4/8.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67039

Tuh 9/24-12/3

5:30-6:20 pm

Joan Halperin

$70/$81

FDS

Broadway Bound: Ages 3-5 and 6-9

Tap, ballet and jazz will be taught in this combination class learning basic steps to fun music. Recital on 4/8. *No class 11/27. BROADWAY BOUND I: AGES 3-5

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67021

M: 9/21-11/23

3:30-4:20 pm

Sarah Rosecrans

$70/$81

FDS

67022

Tu: 9/22-11/24

1:00-1:50 pm

Beth Elser

$70/$81

FDS

67023

F: 9/25-12/4*

4:00-4:50 pm

Sarah Rosecrans

$70/$81

FDS

BROADWAY BOUND II: AGES 3-5 67035

Tu: 9/22-12/4*

3:00-3:50 pm

Beth Elser

$70/$81

FDS

67036

F: 9/25-12/4*

5:00-5:50 pm

Sarah Rosecrans

$70/$81

FDS

6:00-6:50 pm

Sarah Rosecrans

$70/$81

FDS

BROADWAY BOUND I & II: AGES 6-9 67019

F: 9/25-12/4*

SHOE EXCHANGE

We know how fast children grow and how it affects your budget. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here to help with a box of pre-used dance shoes in assorted sizes available at the Dance Studio. Our students may exchange a pair of shoes for any one pair in the box or donate any dance shoes in good condition.

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Youth Dance Class Location Codes: NCC = Noble Center Classroom | FDS = Betty Merkel Ford Dance Studio at FRC | NCA = Noble Center Auditorium Acrobatic & Tumbling - Beginner I: Ages 3-5 and 6-9

Stretches and tumbling exercises for the beginner, including cartwheels, front and back rolls and headstands. Children must remain seated at the mat during individual instruction time. Long hair must be pulled back in bun or pony tail. Short hair should be out of face with a head band. AGES 3-5

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

66996

Sa: 9/26-11/28

9:30-10:00 am

Rachel Hayes

$70/$81

FDS

66997

Sa: 9/26-11/28

10:30-11:00 am

Rachel Hayes

$70/$81

FDS

Sa: 9/26-11/28

12:30-1:20 pm

Rachel Hayes

$70/$81

FDS

W: 9/23-11/25

5:00-5:50 pm

Jill Hatterman

$70/$81

NCA

AGES 6-9 67062

AGES 7-14 67061

Acrobatic & Tumbling - Beginner II: Ages 3-5

Continuation of the skills learned, this class will focus on backbends, front and back limbers and round offs. Long hair must be pulled back in bun or pony tail. Short hair should be out of face with a head band. PREREQUISITE: ACROBATIC & TUMBLING BEGINNER I. AGES 3-5

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67001

Sa: 9/26-11/28

11:30-12:20 am

Rachel Hayes

$70/$81

FDS

Acrobatic & Tumbling - Beginner II & III: Ages 6-9

Additional work to learn backbends, pull ups and front limbers without assistance. Long hair must be pulled back in bun or pony tail. Short hair should be out of face with a head band. PREREQUISITE: BEGINNER I. Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67003

Sa: 9/26-11/28

1:30-2:20 pm

Rachel Hayes

$63/$73

FDS

Acrobatic & Tumbling - Intermediate: Ages 7-16

Participants must be able to do backbends and pull-ups, front limbers and pull-ups without assistance. They should be ready for front and back walkovers, hand springs and Arabian limbers. Long hair must be pulled back in bun or pony tail. Short hair should be out of face with a head band. PREREQUISITE: BEGINNER II OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67006

W: 9/23-11/25

6:00-6:50 pm

Julie Moreschi

$70/$81

NCA

Acrobatic & Tumbling - Advanced: Ages 7-16

For those who are ready for flip-flops and aerials. PREREQUISITE: INTERMEDIATE OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

66992

W: 9/23-11/25

7:00-7:50 pm

Julie Moreschi

$70/$81

NCA

Street Jazz-Hip Hop: Ages 9-15

This exciting new dance style can be seen on popular video productions. Used as a great body strengthening technique, dancers will learn the fundamentals of hip-hop. This course emphasizes movement, isolations, stretching, strengthening, and rhythms. Dancers participate in warm-ups and learn fun routines.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67075

F: 9/25-11/27

7:00-7:50 pm

Sarah Rosecrans

$70/$81

FDS

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Adult Dance (309) 681-2861

Adult Ballet I & II: Ages 15+

Barre and centre floor work will be emphasized. Dress code: leotard and tights or dance pants plus ballet shoes.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67009

W: 9/23-11/25

7:30-8:20 pm

Joan Halperin

$75/$88

FDS

Swing Dancing: Ages 16+

Get an introduction to 6-count swing, including basics, proper frame concepts and turns. You will enjoy dancing to the great big band sounds. The mix of rhythm and sound from today’s hot new bands will make your feet want to move. Must have partner. Fee listed is per couple. No class 3/22.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67076

Su: 9/27-11/15

4:00-4:50 pm

Don Coven

$75/$88

NCA

Middle Eastern Belly Dance Intermediate I: Ages 16+

Women of all ages and sizes can enjoy the benefits of this low impact dance. Continue to build on the Foundation Moves and explore choreography. Benefits -increases your sense of space and gracefulness. No class 11/26. PREREQUISITE: INSTRUCTOR’S CONSENT.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67059

Th: 9/24-12/3

6:30-7:20 pm

Thais Banu

$75/$88

FDS

Middle Eastern Belly Dance Intermediate II: Ages 16+

For students who have taken Intermediate I and are ready for more advanced work. PREREQUISITE: INSTRUCTOR’S CONSENT.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67060

M: 9/21-11/23

6:30-7:20 pm

Thais Banu

$75/$88

FDS

Middle Eastern Belly Dance Advanced: Ages 16+

For advanced students who have taken the Intermediate II class. PREREQUISITE: INSTRUCTOR’S CONSENT.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67056-Advanced

M: 9/21-11/23

7:30-8:20 pm

Thais Banu

$75/$88

FDS

67057-Advanced Troupe*

Th: 9/24-12/3

7:00-8:30 pm

Thais Banu

Free

FDS

*for Troupe members only

Salsa: Ages 16+

Brush up on your club dancing and move to the beat of a fusion of traditional African and Cuban and other Latin-American rhythms. You will learn dance moves influenced by many Cuban dances such as Mambo, Cha Cha, Guaracha, Changuí, Palo Monte, Rumba, Abakuá, Comparsa, Mozambique and integrated swing dances. Singles welcome.

Code

Level

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67071

Salsa I

W: 9/23-10/21

7:00-7:50 pm

Ed and Bev Caballero

$48/$54

NCC

67073

Salsa I

W: 9/23-10/21

10:00-10:50 am

Ed and Bev Caballero

$48/$54

NCC

67072

Salsa II

W: 9/23-10/21

8:00-8:50 pm

Ed and Bev Caballero

$48/$54

NCC

Bachata: Ages 14+

Come enjoy the music and learn to do this authentic dance from the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean. It is a basic dance sequence in a full 8 count moving within a square. Simple to learn and fun to dance. No partner needed.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67074

Th: 9/24-10/22

10:00-10:50 am

Ed and Bev Caballero

$48/$54

NCC

2015 Fall Playbook

Adult Dance Class Location Codes: NCC = Noble Center Classroom | FDS = Betty Merkel Ford Dance Studio at FRC | NCA = Noble Center Auditorium Cha Cha: Ages 14+

The Cha Cha is one of the most popular of the social Latin-American dances. The Cha Cha is a vibrant, flamboyant and playful dance. The Cha Cha requires small steps and lots of hip motion (Cuban motion), as it is danced in 4/4 time. Singles welcome.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67337

Tu: 9/22-10/20

10:00-10:50 am

Ed and Bev Caballero

$48/$54

NCC

Latin Dance Styles: Ages 16+

Classes will emphasize the basic rhythms, steps, and body positioning for mambo, cha cha and rhumba. Must have partner. Fee listed is per couple.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67054

Su: 9/27-11/15

5:00-5:50 pm

Don Coven

$75/$87

NCA

Wedding Dance: Ages16+

Get ready for that big event by learning the basics of ballroom, Latin, swing and contemporary. Learn how to lead, follow, dip, etc. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perfect for anyone going to a wedding. Bring your song on tape or CD. Must have partner; fee listed is per couple. No class 3/22.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67078

Su: 9/27-11/15

6:00-6:50 pm

Don Coven

$75/$87

NCA

Beginning Ballroom: Ages 16+

Learn the basic steps in waltz, fox trot, swing and cha cha. Dress code: No flip-flops and no tennis shoes. Must wear dance practice attire: slacks, casual dress, leather sole shoes. Must have partner; fee listed is per couple.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Weeks

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

Location

67012

Tu: 9/22-11/10

7:30-8:20 pm

Don Coven

$75/$87-per couple

NCA

Check It Out! Find 50 Rock line dancing on page 77.

Peoria Park District Performing Groups Let one of these great groups entertain at your next function! The Standard Rate (unless otherwise noted) for all groups is $82 for one or $154 for two performances on the same day, plus mileage if out of town. For bookings call 681-2861. Fairy Wishes With Storyteller Tracey Brownell. $86 for a one hour performance. Park Troupe Mirage Let our exotic troupe of dancers, under the direction of Thais Banu, take you on a journey through the Middle East performing traditional folk dances from the shores of the Southern Mediterranean and the Nile. Available year-round; will need electricity.

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Creative Arts in Motion with Tracey Brownell Early childhood specialist Tracey Brownell will customize program to suit the needs of your preschool classes, home care providers or moms groups. Classes include music and movement, process oriented childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art and interactive storytelling. Choose 5 weeks of art or a mix of curriculum and end the program with a one hour storytelling performance. Classes are 1.5 hours for 5 weeks. Classes limited to 20 students divided for age appropriate lessons. Additional fee for art supplies. $200 plus mileage if out of town. Peoria POPS Orchestra Performances indoors or outdoors are possible, weather permitting. Available year-round, evenings and weekends only, fee is negotiable.

Cheer/Dance Team (309) 681-2861

Explosion Teams (Non Competitive): Ages 4-12

Coach: Rachel Hayes Sparkler and Dynamite Teams are designed for beginner cheerleaders who wish to learn and perfect their skills in tumbling, stunting, cheers and pom-style dance. Students will have the opportunity to perform in the community with the Explosion ALL STAR team. Please wear tennis shoes, shorts and a t-shirt. Long hair must be in a ponytail. No class 11/26. Recital on 4/8. Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

Location

Fee-R/NR

67042 - Sparklers

Age 4-7

Th: 9/24-12/3

5:30-6:30 pm

NCC

$70/$81

Uniform: $40 (code 67043)

67044 - Dynamite

Age 8-14

Th: 9/24-12/3

5:30-6:30 pm

NCC

$70/$81

Uniform: $40 (code 64411)

Explosion ALL STAR Teams (Competitive): Ages 4-12

Coach: Rachel Hayes The ALL STAR team is a great team for hardworking cheerleaders. This team travels locally to competitions and participates in several exhibition performances. Parent meeting at the beginning of the first practice. Fees for competitions and due dates will be discussed. PREREQUISITE-Sparkler/Dynamite Team or instructor consent. Please contact head coach for questions r-hayes@hotmail.com. No class 11/26. Recital on 4/8. Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

Location

Fee-R/NR

66982 - Mini Team

Age 4-7

Th: 9/24-12/3

6:30-7:30 pm

NCC

$77/$89

Uniform: $50 (code 66983)

66984 - Junior Team

Age 7-12

Th: 9/24-12/3

7:30-8:30 pm

NCC

$77/$89

Uniform: $65 (code 66985)

Dance Team (Competitive): Ages 8-13

Coach: Sarah Rosencrans Have you ever wanted to be on a competitive dance team? Well, here is your chance! Come join the Peoria Park District this spring as we travel and compete in local competitions and exhibitions. Members are required to wear black slip-on jazz shoes and all black clothing to practice. Parent meeting on the first night of practice. Fees and dates for competitions will be discussed. PREREQUISITE: 1 year of dance experience or coach approval. Practices take place in the Fransiscan Rec Complex dance studio. No class 11/27. Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

Location

Fee-R/NR

66986

Age 8-13

F: 9/25-12/4

8:00-9:00 pm

FDS

$70/$81

Visual Arts (309) 681-2861

ALL VISUAL ARTS CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT THE NOBLE CENTER. MIN/MAX 6-12 FOR EACH CLASS.

Basic Art: Ages 6+ - Jamie Shirley

Intro course into painting, drawing, ceramics, and photography. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67352

M: 9/21-10/26

5:00-5:50 pm

$54/$64

Messy Monsters: Ages 6-9 - Johnathon Walraven

An art class that explores unconventional ways to make art. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67347

Tu: 11/3-12/8

7:00-7:50 pm

$54/$64

Crafty Kids: Ages 6-12 - Jamie Shirley

Learn to use every day objects to create art projects.

Uniform: $60 (code 66987) December 13 Competition Fee: $50/$60 (code 66989)

The PPD Art Program is partially funded by a grant from

Creative Clay Building: Ages 6-14 - Johnathan Walraven

Have a blast playing in the mud while learning the basic methods of pottery. You’ll learn how to decorate, glaze and finish pots. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67348

Tu: 9/22-10/27

7:00-8:00 pm

$54/$64

Artist’s Pallet: Ages 7-14 - Johnathon Walraven

Young painters will learn to use tempra, watercolor and acrylic paints to create a still-life painting, a figurative painting, and the painting of your wildest dreams! We will explore works by great master painters, then create our own. We’ll cover color mixing, brush use, and combining materials to make one of a kind works.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67354

Tu: 9/22-10/27

4:00-4:50 pm

$54/$64

67351

Tu: 11/3-12/8

6:00-6:50 pm

$54/$64

2015 Fall Playbook

Visual Arts (309) 681-2861

ALL VISUAL ARTS CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT THE NOBLE CENTER. MIN/MAX 6-12 FOR EACH CLASS.

Drawing Basics: Ages 6+ - Jamie Shirley

Learn how to draw objects and figures that you see by drawing the shapes of things. Drawing techniques include using basic shapes and correct proportions, understanding perspective and contrast. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67358

Th: 9/24-10/29

6:00-6:50 pm

$54/$64

Zentangle: Ages 18+ - Bonnie Cox

Learn abstract art design, boost your confidence as an artist as you create one of a kind drawings using established repetitive patterns. $5 supply fee due to instructor at first class.

Mixed Media-A Little Bit of This and a Little Bit of That: Ages 6-12 - Johnathon Walraven

This art class explores all media of art. Both 2D and 3D will be explored. Can be messy fun! Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67350

Tu: 9/22-10/27

6:00-6:50 pm

$54/$64

Paper Arts: Ages 8-14 - Jamie Shirley

Learn basic origami, paper baskets, paper dolls and creative uses for paper.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67340

M: 10/26-11/23

7:00-7:50 pm

$54/$65

NEW! Storyteller and the Artist: Ages 7-12

- Tracey Brownell and Johnathan Walraven Storyteller Tracey Brownell and artist Johnathan Walraven team up to take you on a literary journey followed by a different art project each workshop to illustrate the story. Examples of projects: puppets, masks, scultures and illustrations and other surprises. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67464

Sa: 9/26

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67353

M: 9/21-10/26

6:00-6:50 pm

$54/$64

67465

Sa: 10/10

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67466

Sa: 10/24

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67467

Sa: 11/7

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

Intro to Art Photography: Ages 12-15 - Jamie Shirley

Learn the fundamentals of artistic photography. Students learn what makes a photo art and become proficient in the use of their cameras. Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67355

W: 9/23-10/28

5:00-5:50 pm

$54/$64

NEW! Find Your Medium: Ages 6-12 - Jamie Shirley

Explore different mediums and discover what works for you.

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Code

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67357

Th: 9/24-10/29

5:00-5:50 pm

$54/$64

Drama (309) 681-2861

The PPD Drama Program is partially funded by a grant from Illinois Arts Council.

Theatre Education for Children (TEC)

For 58 years the Peoria Park District has offered Theatre Education for children (TEC) classes to interested students in District 150, 325 and private schools. Our teachers meet with students at the school once a week and work on basic acting skills and theatre techniques and produce a short play to be presented at their school. The program culminates with the Annual Drama Festival on Saturday, May 2. The student registration fee is $35 per semester and scholarships are provided to any student with financial need. If you are interested in teaching, or would like to find out how to get a program started at your school, call 681-2861.

TEC

Classes are held after school: 2:30 pm at middle schools and 3:30 pm at primary schools. Registration is taken at the school office. Classes begin the week of January 19. Fee: $35.00

Theatre Education for Children - 2015 Participating Schools:

Banner • Charter Oak • Hickory Grove • Holy Family • Kellar • Ridgeview • Thomas Jefferson • Trewyn • Von Steuben • Wilder Waite • Woodrow Wilson

Auditions

Auditions for Community Children’s Theatre’s production of Annie Jr. will be held October 16 at 6 pm and October 17 at 10 am for ages 8-18 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral. It is directed by Peggy Breaux Hupp. Performance dates are December 10-13. Prepare a song to sing (not from this show) and bring your sheet music. Wear comfortable clothes for dance movement.

NEW! Storyteller and the Artist: Ages 7-12

Day-Date

Time

Fee-R/NR

67464

Sa: 9/26

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67465

Sa: 10/10

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67466

Sa: 10/24

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

67467

Sa: 11/7

10:00 am-12:00 pm

$25/$32

Community Children’s Theatre presents VOLUNTEER! pgs. 82-83

Directed by Peggy Breaux Hupp at Peoria Players Theatre December 10 • 7:00 pm December 11 • 7:00 pm December 12 • 1:30 & 7:00 pm December 13 • 1:30 pm Tickets are $15/adults and $9/children 12 & under & seniors. Available November 16 at the Noble Center.

2015 Fall Playbook

Music

(309) 681-2861

The PPD Music Program is partially funded by a grant from

NEW! Musikgarten: Ages 2-5 - Tracey Brownell

Licensed Musikgarten instructor Tracey Brownell will lead parent and child through 45 minute music and movement class followed by 45 minute art class. Classes are process oriented, not performance oriented. Emphasis is on language development, body awareness, gross and fine motor skills. $25 CD to be purchased from instructor at first class. Location: Noble Center Fee-R/NR: $84/$94 *no class 11/11

Code

Day-Date

Time

67468

W: 9/23-11/18*

9:30-11:00 am

Vocal Music Technique - Cathy Konrad

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, if you love to sing here is a great opportunity to have fun while learning tips on how to improve your vocal skills and technique. Includes group and private lessons. A CD is available to purchase with vocal and instrumental music already chosen. You may bring your own CD as long as it is instrumental only. Location: Noble Center Age: 8+ Min/Max: 8-30 Fee-R/NR: $87/$100

Code

Day-Date

Time

67085

F: 9/25-11/27

6:00-8:00 pm

Learning to Play Guitar - Brad Donze

This easy instruction for beginners will have you playing your favorite songs in no time. You provide your own acoustic guitar. You will also need to purchase Mel Bay’s Easy Guitar Chords for $4.95 at Flores Music. Location: Noble Center Min/Max: 3-5 Fee-R/NR: $70/$80

Code

Age

Day-Date

Time

67082

8-14

W: 9/23-11/25

5:00-5:55 pm

67083

15+

W: 9/23-11/25

6:00-6:55 pm

67084

15+

W: 9/23-11/25

7:00-7:55 pm

Come and Join Us at the Peoria POPS Orchestra!

“We Make Music Fun” Harold Greene, Conductor Offering performance enhancement for musicians young and old, the Peoria POPS is conducted by a professional music educator. The group accepts students from Jr. High through adult who want to improve by playing with a full orchestra.

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Peoria POPS Concerts Fall Concert October 3 • 7 pm “Screen Time”

Americans are famous for their love of screen time. Whether it’s watching movies at the theater, watching sitcoms on television, or watching videos on YouTube, we love the screen! Of course some amazing music is written to support our favorite movies, programs, cartoons, and videos. The Pops Orchestra celebrates music written for the screen in our 2015 fall concert, Screen Time.

Christmas Show December 5 • 7 pm “Winter Wonderland”

The beauty of powder-white snow-covered landscapes, winter sunlight shimmering through perfectly formed icicles, the radiant glow of firelight through frosted windows, the taste of melted marshmallows atop a warm mug of hot chocolate... Ah, the wonderful sensations of the winter season, made complete by hearing the sounds of the Peoria Pops Orchestra playing and singing about the Winter Wonderland!

Tickets are available at Five Points Washington, by calling (309) 444-8222, or by visiting www.fivepointswashington.org

The Orchestra specializes in giving those who have not played for awhile a place to perform and bring back those wonderful music skills of their past. POPS also has a Swing Band and a Dixieland Band in which members can participate. POPS provides its members with the opportunity of performing in public at retirement and extended care facilities as well as town festivals, the Illinois State Fair and our ever popular “Christmas with the POPS” which is performed annually in December. Membership fee is $30 a year. For details contact POPS President Dick Hawley at 309-472-3881 or peoriapops@yahoo.com.

Piano

Billie McKenzie, Coordinator • 681-2854 • bmckenzie@peoriaparks.org Children’s Very Beginner/Begin Again Age: 5-13

Children & Teens Continuing Students

Many students and parents have told me that piano lessons have helped improve concentration and hand/eye skills for school and sports. Learn the fun and easy way to play piano from a teacher who is patient and loves to teach everyone the joy of music. If you are a very beginner or want to begin again, you will start by learning the basics of music and piano, how to read Treble and Bass Staffs, time signatures, and develop ear training and performance etiquette by solo and ensemble piano playing. There will be a 20 minute performance during the last class of each session. Location: Don’s Music Land. Min/Max: 4-9 Fee-R/NR: $140/$160 *No class 11/24

Code

Day-Date

Time

67098

Tu: 9/22-12/1*

4-4:45 pm

Check It Out! Find piano classes for ages 50+ on page 75.

Studies show piano instruction enhances children’s and teens’ reasoning skills that are necessary for learning math and science. Continuing piano lessons can encourage self confidence, poise and self-discipline. By learning at your own pace and individually in a group setting, you will learn more key and time signatures, tempos, intervals, rests, etc. Bring the Piano and Theory books you are currently using to broaden your musical horizon. You will be introduced to additional choices such as Classical, and fun music that you want to learn. There will be a 20 minute performance during the last class of each session. *No class 11/24 Location: Don’s Music Land. Min/Max: 4-9 Fee-R/NR: $140/$160 Ages: 5-13

Code

Day-Date

Time

67099

Tu: 9/22-12/1*

4:45-5:30 pm

67101 Tu: 9/22-12/1* Ages: 8-16

5:30-6:15 pm

67103

Tu: 9/22-12/1*

6:15-7 pm

All piano classes taught by Maureen Murphy-Eaton at Don’s Music Land.

2015 Fall Playbook

Community Recreation

Billie McKenzie, Coordinator • 681-2854 • bmckenzie@peoriaparks.org AT A GLANCE We offer a variety of classes that take place in many locations throughout the Peoria community. Special thanks to the many businesses and agencies that host recreation programs. CLASS LOCATIONS • Don’s Music Land/MusiCenter 7717 N University #A • Franciscan Rec Complex (FRC) 908 Sterling Ave • Noble Center 1125 W Lake Ave • Kellar School 6413 N Mt Hawley Rd • RiverPlex 600 NE Water St • KP Chiropractic 3322 W Willow Knolls Drive

Baking & Icing Classes Cake Decorating for Beginners

In this beginner’s class you will improve your baking skills and learn recipes for great frosting. Learn to decorate your own cakes with borders, flowers, leaves, side drapes, roses, cartoon designs, script writing and more! And the best part: you take home your own finished cakes! A supply list will be handed out at the first class. Age: 12+ Location: Noble Center Fee-R/NR: $44/$52

Code

Day-Date

Time

67376

M: 9/21-10/19

6:30-9 pm

Advanced Cake Decorating

If you enjoyed the first cake class, you’ll love this one, too. Learn fancy flowers, fancy borders, string work, basket weave, fun theme cakes and much more! No cake baking is necessary and you’ll use only one batch of frosting. A supply list will be handed out at the first class. Age: 12+ Location: Noble Center Fee-R/NR: $35/$40

Code

Day-Date

Time

67399

M: 11/2-11/23

6:30-9 pm

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Craft Classes

Health Classes

Learn basic crochet stitches such as chain, single crochet and double crochet, and leave with an in-depth knowledge of crochet terms and helpful hints. If you wish to do additional work outside of class, you can create 7 x 9 inch rectangles to donate for a ‘Warm Up America’ afghan. You will receive a supply list for this course upon registration. Age: 9+ Fee-R/NR: $41/$47

Through its use of movement and exercise, this class will help relieve stress, improve balance and promote good health. The five element form, which will be taught, is based on a free flowing style and offers a great deal of relaxation. Location: Hult Center for Healthy Living Age: 16+ Min/Max: 10-25 Fee-R/NR: $30/$35

Hooked on Crochet - Beginner

Code

Day-Date

Time

Code

At Franciscan Recreation Complex:

67401

Th: 9/17-10/22

4-5:30 pm

At the Noble Center:

67396

Sa: 10/31-12/5

Tai Ji for Life

9-10:30 am

Day-Date

67856 W: 9/9-10/21

Time 6:30-7:30 pm

67858 W: 11/4-12/16 6:30-7:30 pm

Couples Massage

Would you like to add a little extra to your relationship? How about learning Students will learn basic knitting stitches such the art of a relaxing massage? Our as knit and purl. At the end of the course, licensed massage therapist will teach students will be able to read a pattern, execute you and your partner techniques to basic stitches and finish a project. Helpful relieve stress, and soothe sore muscles. knitting hints will be shared. You will receive a These will also help you connect with supply list for this course upon registration. your significant other. A wonderfully Age: 9+ rewarding evening for anyone attending! Fee-R/NR: $41/$47 Bring a pillow and blanket. Price is per Code Day-Date Time couple. Location: KP Chiropractic Age: 18+ At Noble Center: Fee-R/NR: $26/$33 67393 Sa: 10/31-12/5 11 am-12:30 pm Code Day-Date Time At Franciscan Rec Center:

Knitting for All Levels

67391

W: 9/16-10/21

4-5:30 PM

67855

Sa: 10/17

9-11 am

67900

Sa: 11/14

6-8 pm

Holiday Bows

Think of all the times you wished you could make a bow! Now is your chance to learn. This class will teach you how to make bows for pews, holiday decorations, corsages, craft projects and more. Instructor will hand out diagrams for future projects. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Min/Max: 5/14 Fee-R/NR: $13/$18 Code

Day-Date

Time

Location

67392

Sa: 10/10

9:30 am-12 pm

Noble Center

67841

W: 11/11

6-8:30 pm

Noble Center

67842

M: 11/30

6-8:30 pm

FRC

Assorted Class Topics Magic I

Paws to Read

Children will partner with a special dog friend to read their favorite books out loud! Participating children will receive a certificate from their canine partners! Sept. 19 • Washington Library • 10 am Oct 3 • Fondulac Library • 1 pm Oct 24 • Barnes & Noble Bookstore • 1 pm Nov 14 • Morton Library • 11 am Dec 5 • Peoria Public Library, Lakeview Branch • 11 am

Led by professional magician Greg Joyce, you’ll learn how to perform a wide variety of magic with playing cards, money, rope, common items, mind-reading and special props made in class. Soon you’ll be amazing your friends and family! All supplies and an instruction handbook are included. Location: Noble Center Age: 8+ Fee-R/NR: $29/$33

Code

Day-Date

Time

66871

Sa: 11/4-12/5

12:30-2:30 pm

Basketball for Youth

Learn and practice the basic skills of basketball and play a game each class. Taught by an experienced youth basketball instructor, lessons emphasize individual skill development in dribbling, passing and cutting and confidence and teamwork in game play. Suitable for beginning and intermediate players. During games, players are matched by height and ability. Bring your own basketball for skill instruction and shooting practice. A limited number of basketballs will be available at class. *No class 11/11, 11/25 Location: Kellar School Age: 8-12 Fee-R/NR: $30/$34 Check It Out!

Code

Day-Date

Time

66885

W:10/21-12/2* 6:20-8 pm

Find more youth basketball options on pages 51 and 57.

Staging Your Home

Pet First Aid Class

October 24 • 9 am-12 pm Prepare yourself for a pet emergency! Offered by the Peoria Humane Society and the American Red Cross, this class will teach: • CPR & First Aid Breathing • Relief of Choking • Symptoms & Care for Common Ailments and Emergencies • Instructions for a Pet First Aid Kit

Whether you are looking to sell your home or create a better living space, this is the class for you! A session with this Accredited Staging Professional Master will show you how to stage your home for both top dollar and for everyday living. Learn the professional tips, tricks, and techniques that will make your home more organized and appealing. Staged homes not only sell faster, they also make loving your home for the long haul easy! Location: Noble Center Age: 18+ Min/Max: 5-15 Fee-R/NR: $18/$23 Looking for Piano Classes?

Code

Day-Date

Time

66853

Sa: 10/24

1-3:30 pm

See page 69.

Losing Weight Without Hunger

Can you imagine losing 100 or more pounds without ever being hungry? It seems too good to be true, as most diets require constant hunger. In this class, learn how you can lose weight while being fully satiated. Modeled after the pioneering work of Dr. John McDougall, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, and Dr. Colin T. Campbell, this class will include some of the latest research in diet as well as cooking demonstrations with simple and nutritious recipes. Come and learn about the many positive effects of healthful eating while enjoying some delicious samples of foods that can transform your life. Location: RiverPlex

Education Center • 2600 NE Perry Ave.

Call 672-2447 to register!

Code

Day-Date

Time

Cost

67930

Tu: 9/22-11/10

7-8 pm

$100

2015 Fall Playbook

Noble Center 1125 W Lake Ave • 688-3667 AT A GLANCE The Bonnie W. Noble Center for Park District Administration houses the recreation and administration departments and is the main point of registration for Peoria Park District activities. The building contains the Book Court, many recreation programs and can host special events in its auditorium as well as multiple classrooms. RENTAL AGENT: Alex Larson: alarson@peoriaparks.org 688-3667 x1262

Yoga at the Noble Center Class

Ages

Day-Dates Time

Instructor

Fee-R/NR

DROP-IN YOGA

16+

Mondays Mondays Mondays Wednesdays Wednesdays Wednesdays Fridays

Tonya Pruett Tonya Pruett Ellen Vosberg Tonya Pruett Tonya Pruett Ellen Vosberg Tonya Pruett

$4.50 drop-in OR 12 visit-$48

Reduce stress while toning and stretching. Emphasis is on poses and breathing. Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. No need to register. Minimum of 6 to hold class.

8:30 am Noon 6:15 pm 8:30 am Noon 6:15 pm Noon

Looking for more fitness programs? See page 73.

Check It Out!

BOOK COURT MANAGER: Kim Hanks: khanks@peoriaparks.org 681-2681 RENT THE NOBLE CENTER See pg. 88-89 Closed 9/7, 11/11, 11/26, 11/27, 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 and 1/1/16.

Lots of different programs are held at the Noble Center! Acrobatic & Tumbling Adult Dance Classes Cheer Teams Visual Art Classes Music Classes Community Recreation Classes 50 Rock Programs

page 62 pages 63-64 page 65 pages 65-66 page 68 page 70-71 pages 74-76

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The Book Court is your place to find gently used books and other items at a great price! Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

Materials accepted for donation include: • Gently used adult/children’s paperbacks and hardbacks • Audio books • CDs and DVDs • Games, puzzles Please do not drop off cassettes, records, VHS tapes, encyclopedia sets (non-collectible), or large quantities of magazines. If you are not sure, please call ahead at 309-681-2681 or email khanks@peoriaparks.org.

DROP OFF LOCATION: A convenient donation receptacle is located at the Noble Center loading dock located on the lower west side of the building. It is available to you 24 hours a day.

Fall Used Book Sale

At the Noble Center: Lobby Book Court and Lower Level Auditorium October 17-19, 2015

VOLUNTEER!

Saturday, October 17: 10 am-7 pm Sunday, October 18: 12-7 pm Monday, October 19: 12-7 pm

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BEST SELECTION! GREAT SELECTION! 50% off any purchase 75% off any purchase

Fitness

The Peoria Park District has a variety of adult fitness classes, happening at many facilities! For class descriptions, turn to the facility page in the Playbook. FRANCISCAN REC COMPLEX (FRC): 908 Sterling Ave, West Peoria • Noble Center (NC): 1125 W Lake, Peoria PROCTOR REC CENTER (PROCTOR): 309 S. DuSable, Peoria • LAKEVIEW REC CENTER (LRC): 1013 W Lake, Peoria FOREST PARK NATURE CENTER (FPNC): 5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights Class

Ages Code Day-Dates

Time

Location Instructor

Fee-R/NR

DROP-IN YOGA

16+ 13+ 16+ 16+

Mondays Mondays Mondays Mondays

8:30 am & Noon 5:30-6:45 pm 6:15 pm 6:30 pm

NC FPNC NC FRC

Tonya Pruett Jean Sloan Ellen Vosberg Tonya Pruett

$4.50 drop-in $10.00 drop-in $4.50 drop-in $4.50 drop-in

16+ 16+

Tuesdays Tuesdays, 10/6-11/3

11:00 am 6:00-6:45 pm

FRC Proctor

Jill Feinberg Jamilla Wilson

$4.50 drop-in $2.00 drop-in

16+ 16+ 16+

Wednesday Wednesdays Wednesdays

8:30 am & Noon 6:15 pm 6:30 pm

NC NC FRC

Tonya Pruett Ellen Vosberg Tonya Pruett

$4.50 drop-in $4.50 drop-in $4.50 drop-in

16+ 16+

Fridays Fridays

9:30 am Noon

FRC NC

Jill Feinberg Tonya Pruett

$4.50 drop-in $4.50 drop-in

DROP-IN ZUMBA

16+

Thursdays, 10/8-12/10

6:00-6:45 pm

Proctor

Debracca Hangen

$2 drop-in

DROP-IN BARRE

16+

Mondays, 10/5-11/2

6:00-6:45 pm

Proctor

Camille Coates

$2 drop-in

DROP-IN HULA HOOPIN’ FOR EXERCISE

16+

Wednesdays, 10/7-11/18

6:00-6:45 pm

Proctor

Mary Hudson

$2 drop-in

POUND

14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+

67931 67906 67907 67911 67908 67909 67932 67910

Th: 9/10-10/8 M: 9/14-10/12 W: 9/16-10/14 F: 9/18-10/16 M: 10/19-11/16 W: 10/21-11/18 Th: 10/22-11/19 F: 10/23-11/20

7:15-8:00 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 7:15-8:00 pm 6-6:50 pm

FRC LRC LRC LRC LRC LRC FRC LRC

Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones

$34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38

FXP HULA HOOP

14+ 14+ 14+ 14+

67924 67925 67926 67927

T: 9/15-10/13 Th: 9/17-10/15 T: 10/20-11/17 Th: 10/22-11/19

6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm 6-6:50 pm

LRC LRC LRC LRC

Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones

$34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38

PILATES PLUS - CORE STRENGTH 16+ 16+

67064 67065

M, W: 9/14-10/21 M, W:11/2-12/9

5:30-6:25 pm 5:30-6:25 pm

FRC FRC

Vicki Culbertson Vicki Culbertson

$48/$54 $48/$54

ZUMBA/ZUMBA TONING

14+ 14+

67079 67080

Tu:9/22-10/20 Tu:10/27-11/24

5:30-6:20 pm 5:30-6:20 pm

FRC FRC

Debracca Williams Debracca Williams

$34/$39 $34/$39

ZUMBA/ZUMBA STEP

14+

67081

Tu:9/22-10/20

6:30-7:20 pm

FRC

Debracca Williams

$34/$39

TONE & STRETCH

15+ 15+

67404 67405

Th:9/24-10/22 Th:10/29-12/3

5:30-6:20 pm 5:30-6:20 pm

NC NC

Jill Wallace Jill Wallace

$34/$39 $34/$39

TURBOKICK

14+ 14+ 14+ 14+

67933 67934 67935 67936

Tu: 9/8-10/6 Tu: 10/20-11/17 Sa: 9/12-10/10 Sa: 10/24-11/21

5:30-6:15 pm 5:30-6:15 pm

FRC FRC LRC LRC

Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones Justice Jones

$34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38 $34/$38

9-9:50 am 9-9:50 am

We offer over 100 land and water classes a week at Peoria’s Premier Fitness Facility the RiverPlex! See page 34.

Check It Out! Find fitness classes for ages 50+ on page 76.

2015 Fall Playbook

50 Rock

Melinda Huett, Coordinator • 681-2854 • mhuett@peoriaparks.org

50 Rock

AT A GLANCE We offer a variety of classes for ages 50+ that take place in various locations throughout the Peoria community. Special thanks to the many businesses and agencies that host recreation programs. CLASS LOCATIONS • Don’s Music Land/MusiCenter 7717 N. University #A • Franciscan Rec Complex (FRC) 908 Sterling Ave • First Baptist Church of Peoria 411 W Lake Ave • Noble Center 1125 W Lake Ave • RiverPlex 600 NE Water St • Camp Wokanda 620 Boy Scout Rd • Detweiller Golf Course 8412 N Galena Rd • Forest Park Nature Center 5809 Forest Park Dr

50 Rock Learning

50 Rock Adventure Purchase an Adventure Pass for $50! Good September 1 through October 29, it includes one Canoeing at Wokanda, two FootGolf sessions, and two Rock Wall sessions. Use code 67423 when registering. NEW! 50 Rock on the Rock Wall Location: RiverPlex

Join 50 Rock as we conquer the RiverPlex Rock Climbing Wall. Experienced and beginners are all welcome to participate. Code

Date

Time

Cost

66631

Th: 10/1

3-4 pm

67406

Th: 10/8

3-4 pm

67407

Th: 10/15

3-4 pm

67408

Th: 10/22

3-4 pm

67409

Th: 10/29

3-4 pm

NEW! A Walk in the Woods Location: Forest Park Nature Center

Meet at Forest Park Nature Center and trainer Peggy Shadid will lead you in a group walk through the woods with stretching, core work and tips for healthier walking. Suitable for most fitness levels. Enjoy fresh air, scenery and great exercise while you meet new friends. Bring a water bottle. Code

Date

Time

Cost

66719

Tu: 9/8-10/15

4:30-5:30 pm

$24

67898

Th: 9/8-10/15

5:00-6:00 pm

$24

67899

Both days/times above

$40

NEW! Canoeing at Wokanda Location: Camp Wokanda

Enjoy a beauttiful day on the lake surrounded by the fall colors. Campfire with hotdogs and s’mores will be provided. This is open to all levels of canoeing experience. Meet at Camp Wokanda. Code

Date

Time

Cost

66717

F: 9/25

10 am-1 pm

$25

67402

F: 10/9

10 am-1 pm

$25

NEW! 50 Rock FootGolf Location: Detweiller Golf Course

Do you like golf? Do you like soccer? Here is your chance to to try FootGolf. FootGolf is played like golf but using your feet and a soccer ball, and of course a bigger hole. Coming from work? Both the 9/9 and 9/23 sessions include a light dinner from 5-5:30 pm before hitting the course. For all levels. Code

Date

Time

Cost

67410

W: 9/9

5:30 pm

$15

66720

Tu: 9/15

1 pm

$10

67411

W: 9/23

5:30 pm

$15

67412

Tu: 9/29

1 pm

$10

Find more FootGolf on page 24.

Classic Movies at the Noble Center Fee: $2 if register in advance, or $3 at the door • Each movie starts at 1 pm Escape for a bit and join us for the movies that entertained you in a simpler time. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and maybe even feel like dancing. Enjoy complimentary popcorn and beverages while you watch. Tuesday, September 8 Tuesday, September 22 Tuesday, October 13 Tuesday, November 3 Tuesday, November 17 Tuesday, December 8 Tuesday, January 12 Tuesday, January 26

1940’s Roberta Code: 67227 1940’s His Girl Friday Code: 67361 1960’s Charade Code: 67362 1940’s This is the Army Code: 67363 1950’s The Last Time I Saw Paris Code: 67364 1950’s The Royal Wedding Code: 67365 1930’s Captain January Code: 67366 1940’s Life With Father Code: 67367

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Purchase a Classic Movies Season Pass for $12 and see 8 movies for the price of 6! Purchase using code 67368.

50 Rock Learning NEW! Bingo & Lunch Location: Noble Center Enjoy a complimentary lunch while playing bingo and socializing. Registration before the date is required. Code

Date

Time

Cost

67155

Th: 9/10

11 am-1 pm

67415

Th: 10/8

11 am-1 pm

67416

Th: 11/12

11 am-1 pm

67417

Th: 12/10

11 am-1 pm

Thank you to our Bingo sponsors! Courtyard Estates Liberty Village St. Augustine Manor

Mah Jongg Location: Noble Center A fun and challenging table game with 3-4 players per table. It teaches skill, strategy and calculation as you exercise your mental muscles and enjoy some fun with friends learning to play this very old, very popular game that originated in China. New and experienced players welcome. This is American style Mah Jongg and not the computer game. Peggy Whaley will be available to instruct new players. Fee: $25/10 visit punch card or $3 drop in fee Code

Day-Date

Time

66619

Mon, Wed

1-3 pm

Piano/Keyboard/Technic and Theory Classes Location: Don’s Music Land Have you ever said to yourself: “I’ve always wanted to play the piano,” or “I wish I had never quit taking piano lessons.” These comments are quite common. Studies have shown that learning and playing piano will benefit you physically and mentally. As adults, we all need to enrich our lives and our minds! Come join the fun, make new friends, and learn a wonderful life-long hobby. The classes below are for all students: Very Beginners, Begin Again, and Continuing Students. All students are taught in a group setting with each student taught individually. Choose the class time that is best for you! *No class 11/24. Code

Date

Time

Cost

67316

Tu: 9/22-12/1*

1-1:50 pm

$120/R, $138/NR

67314

Tu: 9/22-12/1*

3-3:50 pm

$120/R, $138/NR

FREE Retirement Planning from 50 Rock — "A Better Retirement" Thursdays • 6-7 pm Noble Center Whether you're already retired, planning to retire, or just providing support to a friend or family member, come hear experts on a variety of topics that will help make retirement more fulfilling! All ages are invited; just come to the Noble Center on the following Thursdays for FREE information, refreshments and social time! • Thursday, September 17 Steve Buttice: Living by Your Design • Thursday, October 15 Kellie Branch-Dircks: UnityPoint Senior Health • Thursday, November 19 Anita Brown: Central IL Agency on Aging, Inc. • Thursday, December 17 Lori Hendren: AARP

Personal Training with Peggy Shadid

Flexible times at Noble Center, Franciscan Rec Complex and Lakeview Recreation Center Certified personal trainer Peggy Shadid will create a fun, safe program designed to meet your personal fitness needs. Choose indoor or outdoor workouts. For individuals or groups of up to 6 people. Call 681-2859 for rates and times.

Ready to Register? See pages 94-96.

2015 Fall Playbook

50 Rock DROP IN ANYTIME

50 Rock Wellness NEW! Core on the Floor

A stronger core strengthens and improves the whole body and makes you move and feel better. Try it - youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love this class and feel so much better. This class happens right after Fun & Fit - stay and give it a go!

Code

Day-Date

Time

Instructor

Fee

Location

66625

M, W: 8/24-1/6 (ongoing)

10:00-10:30 am

Peggy Shadid

$3 drop-in

Noble Center

Fun and Fit Over 50

A wonderful low impact cardio class for men and women age 50+. This class incorporates strengthening, toning, stretching and resistance exercises with bands, balls and weights. Get fit, have fun and make new friends. Punchcards for this class can be used at all locations.

Code

Day

Time

Instructor

Fee

Location

66677

M, W, F: 8/24-1/8

8:00-8:50 am

Nancy Shallenberger & Kendra Parker

$3.50 drop in or $30/10 visit punch card

Franciscan Rec Complex

66681

M, W, F: 8/24-1/8

9:00-9:50 am

Peggy Shadid & Theresa Pearce

$3.50 drop in or $30/10 visit punch card

Noble Center

Yoga for 50+

Join in an ancient practice that harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Yoga reduces stress and improves muscle tone and flexibility. Class is suitable for beginners and experienced participants. *No class 11/26.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Instructor

Fee

Location

66742

Tu, Th: 9/29-10/29

9:00-9:50 am

Nancy Shallenberger

$40

FRC

66735

Tu, Th: 11/17-12/17*

9:00-9:50 am

Nancy Shallenberger

$36

FRC

67133

Tu: 9/1-10/6

5:30-6:30 pm

Ellen Vosberg

$24

Noble Center

67413

Tu: 10/13-11/17

5:30-6:30 pm

Ellen Vosberg

$24

Noble Center

Tai Chi

Stretching and turning within a sequence of movements that improve the health of body, mind and spirit. Can reduce tension, improve circulation and balance while increasing strength and flexibility.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Instructor

Fee

Location

66795

M, W: 9/28-10/21

3:15-4:00 pm

Jan Bishop

$32

Noble Center

66752

M, W: 9/28-10/21

5:30-6:15 pm

Jan Bishop

$32

Noble Center

66785

M, W: 10/26-11/18

3:15-4:00 pm

Jan Bishop

$32

Noble Center

66753

M, W: 10/26-11/18

5:30-6:15 pm

Jan Bishop

$32

Noble Center

Pickleball

Looking for Pickleball information? Find times for Fraciscan Recreation Complex on page 49 and for Lakeview Recreation Center on page 46.

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50 Rock Wellness Beginner Line Dance

Learn basic line dance steps using swing, cha-cha and waltz music for great fun and exercise. No partner needed. All classes take place at First Baptist Church. *No classes 11/23, 11/24, or 11/26.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Instructor

Fee

66733

M: 9/14-10/26

9:30-10:30 am

Jerrie Roe

$32

66734

Tu: 9/15-10/27

9:30-10:30 am

Jerrie Roe

$32

66788

Th: 9/17-10/29

10:15-11:15 am

Jerrie Roe

$32 - Class held at Noble Center on 10/15

66790

M: 11/2-12/14*

9:30-10:30 am

Jerrie Roe

$28

66796

Tu: 11/3-12/15*

9:30-10:30 am

Jerrie Roe

$28 - Class held at Noble Center on 11/3

67131

Th: 11/5-12/17*

10:15-11:15 am

Jerrie Roe

$28

Intermediate Line Dance

Check It Out!

Step up the challenge and the fun with intermediate line dance with Jerrie Roe! All classes take place at First Baptist Church. *No class 11/26.

Code

Day-Date

Time

Instructor

Fee

66699

Th: 9/17-10/29

9:00-10:00 am

Jerrie Roe

$32

67845

Th: 11/5-12/17*

9:00-10:00 am

Jerrie Roe

$28

Find more adult dance classes on pages 63-64. Find more adult fitness classes on page 73.

Northmoor Observatory Located in Donovan Park (formerly Donovan Golf Course) Visit www.astronomical.org for more information.

Reach for the stars! Join the Peoria Astronomical Society at Northmoor Observatory for free public viewing dusk to 11:00 p.m. every cloudless Saturday from May 16 through October 17. Cancellations due to weather will be posted online at www.astronomical.org and on the Peoria Astronomical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page.

Dog Parks: 682-6684 Vicary Bottoms Dog Exercise Area Hours: Sunrise to sunset

The Peoria Park District has designated Vicary Bottoms, (a section of property off Kickapoo Creek Road, north of Farmington Road) a dog exercise area. It is highly recommended that this area be used only by well-trained dogs and their handlers as this area is not fenced. Complete rules are posted at the site, and are also available online at peoriaparks.org.

Bradley Dog Park

Bradley Park - south entrance off Park Road This fenced facility includes dog water fountains and trash stations and welcomes well-behaved dogs 4 months and older. Please be sure to review rules for this park at peoriaparks.org. Generous contributions made this park a reality, and we thank you! Donations for future needs are still being taken. Send an email to: peoriadogpark@gmail.com for details.

2015 Fall Playbook

Vagabond Tours

Donna Day, Coordinator • 681-2863 • dday@peoriaparks.org AT A GLANCE Leave the driving to us! Vagabond Tours offers wonderful day and extended trips all over the region. Call 681-2863 for a detailed catalog or to be added to our mailing list.

Gambling Trips

Isle of Capri & Rhythm City Casino, Quad Cities, IA 66462 66463

$16 $16

Th: 9/17 Tu: 11/17

Catfish Bend Casino, Burlington, IA 66445 66446

$16 $16

W: 9/9 W: 11/4

Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque, IA 67834

$30

Sa: 10/17

Concerts/Shows

Sporting Events

Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field 66358 66359

$96 vs. St. Louis $76 vs. Pittsburgh

Aurora Premium Outlet Mall 66455

$36

Sa: 9/12

Shopping in Chicago 66395 67821 67818

$56 $56 $56

W: 9/16 Sa: 12/5 W: 12/2

Shopping in St. Charles, MO

“A Wonderful Life,” Fireside Christmas

Springfield Resale Shopping

66481

$90

$142

W: 10/28

F: 12/4

“The Lion King,” Cadillac Theatre, Chicago 66407 66408

$166 $166

Sa: 12/5 Sa: 1/16/16

“Beautiful, The Carole King Story,” Oriental Theatre, Chicago 66473 66489

$172 $172

Sa: 12/12 Sa: 2/20/16

“Legends in Concert,” Fireside Dinner Theatre 67839

$142

Sa: 1/30/16

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Sa: 9/19 F: 9/25

Shopping Trips

“Route 66,” Circa 21, Rock Island, IL 66477

Regional Trips

66451 66491

$56 $28

Sa: 10/10

Th: 10/22

Tuscola Outlet Mall and/or Daisy Lane Scrapbooking Store 67837

$30

Th: 11/5

Oakbrook Shopping 67903

$56

Sa: 11/14

Bloomington Resale Shopping 64508

$22

Sa: 11/14

One of a Kind Show and Sale, Merchandise Mart, Chicago 67820

$68

Sa: 12/5

Grafton Zipline, Grafton, IL 66470

$125

Th: 9/3

Architecture River Cruise and Maggie Daley Park, Chicago 66394

$116

W: 9/16

Lincoln in Illinois and Dinner Theatre, Oakland, IL 66485

$86

Sa: 9/19

Shop LeClaire and Arsenal Island Tour, IA 66450

$48

Tu: 9/22

Clinton Apple and Pork Festival, Clinton IL 66469

$38

Sa: 9/26

Grant’s Farm and St. Louis Zoo 66465

$58

Sa: 9/26

Sculpture in the Loop, Chicago 66478

$110

W: 9/30

Murder Mystery Dinner and Tour, Joliet, IL 66472

$126

F: 10/7

Spirit of Peoria Cruise, Starved Rock or Lunch at Lodge/Canal Boat Ride 66488 67901

$140 (Cruise) $70 (Canal)

Tu: 10/13 Tu: 10/13

Four Guys & A Gangster Tour, Chicago, Bald Eagle Days, Quad Cities 67828 $35 Sa: 1/9/16 with the Vagabond Guy Escorts 66479

$132

W: 10/14

Parke County Covered Bridge Festival 67831

$66

Th: 10/15

Visit Galena in October, Galena, IL 67832

$56

Sa: 10/17

Gifford State Bank Country Christmas Craft Show 66492

$35

Sa: 11/21

Holiday Tea at the Drake Hotel, Chicago 67818

$114

W: 12/2

$20

TBD

$106/age 65+ $114/adults

W: 3/9/16

New York City, New York 66432

$839*

Th: 10/15-10/21

Biltmore Estates and Ashville, NC 63071

$575*

Su: 9/13-9/18

Gateway to Your Past: Fort Wayne, IN Genealogy Center 66393

$190*

F: 12/4

63070

Geneva Christmas Walk

$829*

Th: 9/15-9/16

Tu: 9/22-9/30

67905 $56/$90** F: 12/4 **$56 shop only, or $90 with home tour

Branson in September, Branson, MO

Christmas Around Peoria

Spirit of Peoria Overnight, Starved Rock, IL

67830

$54

Su: 12/6

Victorian Deere-Wiman House and Butterworth Center with lunch, Moline 67904

$70

Tu: 12/8

Fairview Farms and Festival of Lights 67827

$40

W: 12/16

66436

66457

$588*

$360*

Th: 9/24-9/27

M: 10/12-10/13

Shawnee Forest Fall Getaway, Southern Illinois 66397

$305*

Su: 10/18-10/20

Irish Splendor - Eight Days 64599

64593

$3238* W: 11/4-11/16

A Very Special Branson Christmas 66435

$588*

Th: 11/5-11/8

Cruising the Beautiful Bahamas 66401

Extended Trips

Historic Boston, Salem and the North Shore

Canton Christmas Walk 64566

Dressing Downton Exhibit, Chicago

Hawaii Four Island Tour

$1199* F: 11/6-11/14

Myrtle Beach Holiday Show Trip 64592

$899*

Sa: 11/14-11/22

Spainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Classics 64609

$3849* Sa: 11/14-11/24

Christmas at the Palmer House, Chicago 66447

$260*

Sa: 12/12-12/13

Extended Stay Ft. Myers, Florida TBD TBD

$2845* M: 1/18-2/12 $2268* M: 1/25-2/12

Mid-Winter Miami and Key West 67819

$859*

F: 2/19-2/27

Spotlight on Paris 66493

$3349* Tu: 3/8-3/14

Panama Canal Cruise 66483

$3683* W: 4/13-4/29

Kentucky Derby, Louisville 67835

$1570* Th: 5/2-5/5

$3299* Tu: 10/27-11/3

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Youth Outreach & Intervention Department Carl Cannon, Supervisor • 589-5923 • www.eliteyp.org

Across Every Age,

ELITE Makes a Difference Peoria Central - a school with a 49% truancy rate. Students who participated in ELITE increased their attendance by 49.2%

The ELITE graduating class of 2015 increased their attendance by 41.9%

The original ELITE program was created in 2006 as an 11-week business boot camp for high school sophomores and juniors in three of the four Peoria high schools. The weekly 1-2 hours in school classes were taught by teams of trained business professionals and community leaders who possessed the moral authority to advise kids on what would and would not work when they were looking to land and keep a job. Although we presented them with soft skills to obtain entry level jobs, that was only the carrot; the real motive was to help build character in young people and help mold them into productive citizens and future leaders. The young people who finish the course and become “ELITE Certified” will get the opportunity to apply for meaningful part-time jobs during the ELITE Job Fair. In the past nine years the ELITE Youth Program has provided a vehicle for more than 1,000 young people to get jobs. These provide them with spending money, a healthy occupation of time, and help them build self-confidence with interviewing techniques and resumé writing skills for their next job. Interested in helping with the ELITE program? Call (309) 589-5923.

What is ELITE?

Ask any of the hundreds of kids that have gone through the ELITE High School Program and they will tell you, “ELITE is maximum effort.” The ELITE High School Program is a 20-week intensive training program for Peoria area high school students, where they will get certified in communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), resume writing, interviewing techniques, proper dress, and positive attitude in the workplace as well as in school and at home.

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After the tremendous success of the ELITE High-School Program, law-enforcement and community leaders sought out ELITE to see if the principles we use in the schools would work at community events that were being disrupted by unruly mob behavior. One of the biggest obstacles would be finding a large enough volunteer base to man those large events. ELITE founder, Carl Cannon, had a “light bulb” moment. What if he could use ELITE’s concept with men and women, who have “been there and done that”: people that would have the street credibility to deal with this type of behavior? In the fall of 2011, ELITE entered into a pilot program with the U.S. Department of Justice. The original youth training program was adapted for the work release population and offered to those individuals who were eligible and interested in participating in what is now the ELITE RE-ENTRY Program. To date more than 90 individuals have graduated from the program. It is a win-win for both the community and the men and women, who are ready to make a fresh start.

All Youth Outreach presentations are age appropriate, with messages for schools as well as community and civic organizations. To date, the message of HOPE through the Youth Outreach Department has been delivered nationwide to more than 500,000 people. To find out more information on fees, and to schedule a program for your school, contact Ernest Starks at (309) 589-5923 or by email at estarks@peoriaparks.org.

CHARACTER MATTERS The businesses you see listed here form our “Ring of Hope” and support the Character Matters portion of our YOP program. Billboards with each business name/logo and a character value are displayed around the RiverPlex Arena. The revenue from these businesses directly funds our Youth Outreach Program. Call 589-5923 for details.

Gangfree Training

ELITE Youth Outreach and Intervention Program Compliance Officers are now certified to train evidenced-based best practices in gang prevention from grades two through high school. This training is an extension of the ELITE Don’t Start Initiative. The vision of GangFree is to prevent young people from joining gangs, with its mission being to eliminate the base of gang membership by having a generation of young people say “no” to gangs and “yes” to positive lifestyles.

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Nationwide there are an estimated 31,000 gangs, with a membership of over 850,000. In Peoria there are more than 20 identified gangs with more than 500 identified gang members. ELITE is pro-actively working to decrease and eventually eliminate gang recruitment of our young people. We encourage other agencies and youth programs to call the ELITE office at 589-5923 to schedule your training and to inquire about our fee structure.

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Volunteer Department

Lanada Cunningham, Volunteer Coordinator • 681-2827 • volunteers@peoriaparks.org

Special Events Pioneer Days

Illinois River Sweep

Restoration Workday

Zoo To Do

Su: 8/30, 9/27, 10/25 • Sommer Park 12:30-4 pm • 3 volunteers (age 12+) Help with this hands-on History lesson to see what it was like back in the mid-19th century. Volunteers will provide information and demonstrations! F: 9/4 • Camp Wokanda • 9 am-3 pm 20+ Volunteers (age 14+) Help spruce up the camp for fall!

PNC Worldwide Day of Play

Sa: 9/19 • Forest Park Nature Center 9 am-12 pm • The more the merrier! Meet at Forest Park Nature Center for this annual Illinois River clean up day! Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Call 6863360 to register. Sa: 9/26 • Peoria Zoo • Time TBD • 14 volunteers (age 16+) Help with food and clean-up at the Peoria Zoo’s annual gala.

Sa: 9/12 • Glen Oak Park • 8:30 am-4 pm (shifts available) • 75+ volunteers (age 14+) It’s a family fun day that includes various activities throughout Glen Oak Park! Some examples are Touch a Truck, obstacle course, estimation game, and more!

Hayrides & Hotdogs

IESA State Golf Tournament

Howl-Zoo-Ween

Sa: 9/19 • Kellogg Golf Course • 7 am-7 pm (shifts available) • 10-20 volunteers Volunteers are needed to serve as observers and live scorers. Volunteers are asked to attend a meeting approximately one week prior to the event.

Chinquapin

F-Su: 9/18-20 (shifts available) Camp Wokanda • 20+ volunteers (age 14+) Volunteers help with the craft areas, scavenger hunt, and admission gate. Actors are needed to dress up to create a pirate atmosphere, artisans are needed to demonstrate special skills and decorate prior to the event, and musicians are needed to fill performance slots.

Oktoberfest on the RiverFront

F-Su: 9/18-20 (shifts available) RiverFront • 75+ volunteers (age 14+) Celebrate German culture through song, dance, food, drink and exhibits by being a Freiwilligen (volunteer). Help with the kids area, food, drink, gates or with First Aid!

NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition

Sa: 9/19 • Logan Center • 1 pm • 6 volunteers (age 14+) This football competition is for ages 6-15.

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Thursdays in October • Sommer Park 4-8 pm • 8 volunteers (age 14+) Join the fun with the Percheron Horse team, bonfires, s’mores, sack races, fortune telling and more! Costumes encouraged!

F-Sa: 10/9-10/10 • Peoria Zoo • 4:30-9 pm • 50-65 Volunteers (age 16+) Kids, treats and surprises abound at this event. Family-friendly costumes encouraged!

Creatures of the Night

F: 10/16 • Forest Park Nature Center 6:30-9:00 pm • 5 volunteers Help with refreshments, games, crafts, and outside trick-or-treating. Bring a flashlight.

Semi-Annual Book Sale

Sa-M: 10/17-19 • Noble Center Auditorium Various shifts available • 6-15 volunteers (age 18+) daily Help organize, stock and price books!

Masquerade Halloween Party Th: 10/22 Proctor Center 6-8 pm 4 volunteers (age 14+) Dress up for this fun Halloween party and help with food and games.

Habitat Restoration Workdays

Sa: 10/24 • Seed Collection Sa: 11/21 • Honeysuckle Removal 10 am-12 pm • Ages 14+ Forest Park Nature Center Help us to maintain Forest Park’s ecological integrity. Please dress for the weather and bring water. Gloves and tools are provided.

Tawny Oaks Workdays

W: 10/28, M: 11/2, Th: 11/12 • 10 am-12 pm • Tawny Oaks • 10 volunteers (14+) needed to help with various outdoor projects. Bring gloves and water.

ZooBrew and Wine Too!

Th: 10/29 • Peoria Zoo • 4:30-8:30 pm 12 volunteers (age 21+) Assist with set-up, barbacks for bartenders, washing dishes and clean-up during the social event of the fall!

Trunk or Treat

Sa: 10/31 • Proctor Center • 4:30-6:30 pm 4 Volunteers (age 14+) Bring candy with you to hand out!

Civil War Winter Quarters

Sa-Su: 11/14-15 • Sommer Park 10 am-4 pm • 3 volunteers (age 18+) Sommer Park travels back to the Civil War days! Come enjoy while helping with a variety of demonstrations.

Proctor Center Talent Showcase

Sa: 11/14 • Proctor Center • 3-5 pm 6 volunteers (age 14+) Come and enjoy some of Peoria’s finest talent while helping with set-up, tear-down, concessions and ushering!

Candlelight Walks

F and Sa: 11/20-12/19 • Luthy Botanical Garden • 6-9 pm • 2 volunteers (age 16+) Help assist Luthy Botanical Garden with their evening candlelight walks!

Yule Like Peoria

Sa: 11/21 • Downtown Peoria 7:15 am-1 pm • 35 volunteers (age 16+) Help decorate downtown Peoria for the holiday season! Free lunch provided after.

Turkey Trot

Su: 11/22 • 10:30 am-2:30 pm 10+ volunteers (ages 16+) Get some voluntary exercise at Detweiller Park (no running required for volunteers). Set-up, registration, water and tear-down would all love your assistance for this race!

Holiday Shop and Stroll

F: 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 • Sa: 12/12 6:00-8:30 pm • Forest Park Nature Center Ages 16+ Experience a nighttime stroll on a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, hot wassail and homemade goodies. Experience an evening guaranteed to get you in the spirit!

Candy Cane Hunts

Sa: 12/5 • Glen Oak Park • 2 pm 6-8 volunteers (age 14+) Sa: 12/5 • Northtrail Park • 12 pm 6 volunteers (age 14+) Make these festive hunts extra cheerful by helping to hide candy canes and set-up/ tear-down!

Critter Christmas

Sa: 12/5 • Peoria Zoo • 8:30-11 am 5-7 volunteers (age 14+) Get in the best kind of holiday spirit by helping out with the crafts and games at this festive Zoo event!

Calls from Santa

Su: 12/13 • Noble Center • 1-4 pm • 30 volunteers (age 16+) Spread holiday cheer to area children as Santa, Mrs. Claus or a North Pole operator! Male (for Santa) and bilingual volunteers are especially helpful during this event. Refreshments provided.

Proctor Center Holiday Party

Th: 12/10 • Proctor Center • 6-7:30 pm • 4 volunteers (age 14+) • Volunteers with a lot of holiday cheer are needed to help with crafts and games.

Community Children’s Theatre presents “Annie Jr.”

Th-Sa: 12/10-12, 6-9:30 pm • Sa-Su: 12/1213, 12:30-4 pm • Peoria Players Theatre • 4 volunteers per shift (age 14+) Enjoy “Annie Jr.” while helping with ushering and ticket sales.

Regular Opportunities Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum

To apply for all PlayHouse volunteer opportunities, visit www.peoriaplayhouse.org High School students are invited to join the PlayHouse Team by being Teen Volunteers. Participating teens have the opportunity to help create programs as well as attend workshops that teach about museums, education, and job skills. Application due date is September 11. Adults (18 and over) are invited to volunteer on a regular basis to be pop-up activity facilitators, play facilitators, Real Tools assistants, or occasionally help with special events or assist behind the scenes. Groups are invited to adopt a gallery or help with workshop or office support. PlayHouse Interns have the opportunity to contribute to a new museum while exploring a self-selected area of education or non-profit management. After a period of immersion in museum education, management and operations, interns develop their own project, which they research, implement, and report on at the end of the internship.

Coaching

Youth Soccer League and Youth Basketball League coaches are needed in September through December. See pages 56-57 for program descriptions. Call 681-2867.

Luthy Botanical Garden

Luthy Botanical Garden is looking for volunteer assistance to help in the gift shop and on special gardening tasks. Call (309) 681-2827.

Proctor and Logan Rec Centers

Help with our after-school programs! Call Proctor at 673-9183 or Logan at 676-8179.

Peoria Zoo Volunteer

“Zoo Teens” for ages 14-17 as well as Adults 18+ are needed at Peoria Zoo. Visit www.peoriazoo.org/volunteer.html for details, or call (309) 681-3559.

Environmental Facilities

Peoria Wilds Restoration - Volunteers remove woody brush, collect and sow seed, monitor vegetation and more. Check out www.peoriawilds.org. Forest Park Nature Center - Volunteers (ages 16+) needed for trail maintenance. Hike the trails, keep them clean and say on the lookout for regulation violations. W.H. Sommer Park - Volunteer opportunities in Woodland Stewardship, Rental Hosting, Gardening, and Woodworking/Carpenter. (Age 14+)

Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association

Call 691-1929 if you are interested in being an ongoing volunteer or volunteering for special events.

Moonlight Coalition

Help students earn their GED! Call Hedy at (309) 673-9183.

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Paths and Trails The Peoria Park District has many opportunities for walking, hiking and biking. The paths and trails in the Park District range from paved, level walkways to rough, steep hiking trails. There’s something for everyone! Below is an overview of trails and paths in the Park District. Trail maps are available at www.peoriaparks-planning.org/maps.html PAVED AND FAIRLY LEVEL

PAVED, BUT NOT SO LEVEL

Becker Park: 0.6 miles 3400 Woodhill Lane

Grand View Drive sidewalk: 1.75 miles Glen Avenue to Grand View Drive Park

Bradley Park Roads 1500 N. Park Road

Northtrail Park: 1 mile 1621 W. Meadowview Drive

PPD Rock Island Greenway: 13 miles To the North, connects to State of Illinois Rock Island Trail. To the Southeast, connects to the River Trail of Illinois. www.ritrail.org

Charter Oak Park: 0.6 miles 5802 Orange Prairie Road

Chartwell Park: 0.6 miles 2828 Willow Lake Road Franciscan Rec Complex: 0.5 miles 908 Sterling Avenue

Stadium Park: 0.45 miles 500 East Lake Avenue

Sommer Park North: 1.25 miles 6600 N. Basket Oak Drive

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HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-EASY Illinois River Bluff Trail Wokanda Purple: 0.65 miles 620 Boy Scout Road Illinois River Bluff Trail Deerbrook Plateau: 0.4 miles Access at 720 W. Brookforest Drive

Glen Oak Park Roads 2218 N. Prospect

Detweiller Park - Dry Run Trail: 0.6 miles 8327 N. Galena Road Detweiller Park - Ridge Top Trail: 0.5 miles 8327 N. Galena Road Forest Park Valley and Valley Loop: 1.75 miles 5809 Forest Park Drive

HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-MEDIUM

Illinois River Bluff Trail Oakbrook: 0.4 miles Access at 720 W. Brookforest Dr. Illinois River Bluff Trail - Robinson Hill Prairie Loop: 0.35 miles Illinois River Bluff Trail Wokanda: 0.2 miles 620 Boy Scout Road

HIKING-NATURAL SURFACE-DIFFICULT

Detweiller Park - Trail: 0.25 miles 8327 N. Galena Road

Detweiller Pimiteoui: 3.2 miles 8327 N. Galena Road

Forest Park Bee Tree and Deer Run: 3 miles 5809 Forest Park Drive

Forest Park Pimiteoui: 1.25 miles 5809 Forest Park Drive

Visit our premier hiking facility at Forest Park Nature Center! FPNC has trails for all ages and skill levels, as well as educational offerings in the Nature Center itself. See pages 30-33.

Forest Park Wake Robin: 2.75 miles 5809 Forest Park Drive Illinois River Bluff Trail - Wokanda to Detweiller: 7 miles Trailheads at 200 W Mossville Rd and Detweiller Park

BICYCLING Central Illinois’ unique system of regional trails includes the Peoria Park District Rock Island Greenway. Once an abandoned and derelict railroad, it is now a haven for hikers, cyclists and cross-country skiers. Come witness this slender oasis of woodlands and prairies in Illinois, 46 miles of trails and counting! For further details plus a map visit www.ritrail.org or www.peoriaparks.org.

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REGIONAL PARKS / FACILITIES 1. Bicycle Safety Town: 6518 N. Sheridan, 682-6684 2. Bradley Park: 1500 N. Park Road 3. Central Park Pool: 415 W. Richmond Corn Stock Theatre: in Bradley Park (#2), 676-2196 4. Detweiller Park: 8327 N. Galena Rd. 5. Detweiller Marina: foot of Caroline St., 673-6523 6. Forest Park Nature Center: 5809 Forest Park Dr., 686-3360 7. Franciscan Rec Complex & Park: 908 Sterling Ave., 677-6705 8. Galena Marina: 8414 N. Galena Rd. 9. Glen Oak Park: 2218 N. Prospect Rd. Glen Oak Amphitheatre: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 681-2851 10. Gwynn, John/Park & Aquatics: 807 W. Second, 676-2891 11. Heart of Illinois Special Rec: 8727 N. Pioneer Rd., 691-1929 12. Lakeview Park: Intersection of Lake & University Lakeview Family Aquatic Center: in Lakeview Park (#12), 686-3377 Lakeview Recreation Center: in Lakeview Park (#12) Logan Rec Center: in Logan Park (#37), 676-8179 Luthy Botanical Garden: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 686-3362 13. Mossville Soccer Complex: Old Galena Rd. Noble Center: in Lakeview Park (#12) Northmoor Observatory: at Donovan Park (#33) 14. Northtrail Park: 1621 W. Meadowview Dr. Owens Center: in Lakeview Park (#12), 686-3369 Peoria Players Theatre: in Lakeview Park (#12), 688-4473 Peoria PlayHouse: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 323-6900 Peoria Zoo: in Glen Oak Park (#9), 686-3365 15. Proctor Recreation Center: 309 S. DuSable, 673-9183 Registration Offices: in Lakeview Park (#12), 688-3667 16. RiverPlex: 600 N.E. Water St., 282-1700 17. Robinson Park: 2825 Mossville Rd. 18. Rolling River Playground: adjacent to RiverPlex 19. Sommer Park: 6329 Koerner Rd., Edwards, 691-8423 20. Trewyn Park: 2219 S. Idaho, 637-3211 21. Wokanda, Camp: 620 Boy Scout Rd., Chillicothe, 579-2157 GOLF COURSES 22. Detweiller Golf Course: 8412 N. Galena Rd, 692-7518 23. Kellogg Golf Course: 7716 Radnor Rd., 691-0293 Kellogg Executive 9: 7716 Radnor Rd., 691-0293 24. Learning Center, Golf: 7815 N. Radnor Rd, 690-7162 25. Madison Golf Course: 2735 W. Dr. ML. King Jr. Dr., 673-7161 26. Newman Golf Course: 2021 W. Nebraska, 674-1663 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS 27. Becker Park: 3400 W. Woodhill Lane 28. Bielfeldt Park: 5906 N. Galena Rd. 29. Charter Oak Park: 5802 Orange Prairie Rd. 30. Chartwell Park: 2828 Willow Lake Rd. 31. Columbia Park: 300 McClure 32. Creighton Woods Park: off of Creighton Ter. 33. Donovan Park: 5805 N. Knoxville 34. Endres Park: 5100 Willard Rd. 35. Giant Oak Park: 426 W. High St. 36. Iris Park: Intersection of Allen & Northmoor 37. Logan Park: 1414 S. Livingston, 676-8179 38. Manning Park: off of Queen Court Rd. 39. Markwoodland Park: 6001 N. Frostwood Pkwy 40. Martin Luther King Jr. Park: 825 W. McBean 41. Morton Square Park: 901 N.E. Monroe 42. Schmoeger Park: 3400 N. Western 43. Woodruff Park: foot of Grant St. LINEAR PARKS / TRAILS 44. Constitution Garden: located along RiverFront 45. Grandview Drive 46. North End â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PPD Rock Island Greenway 47. Festival Park at the RiverFront 48. RiverFront Trail / Bike Path

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Park Shelter Rentals Call 682-1200 for reservations

Unless otherwise noted, rental fees are as follows: Mon-Fri - $50 • Sat, Sun & Holidays - $75 Please note that ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES are NOT ALLOWED in our parks.

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1. Detweiller Park Moose Shelter

6. Robinson Park Shelter

2. Detweiller Park Pine Shelter and 3. Dogwood Shelter

7. Grand View Drive Shelter

Non-ADA accessible shelter: seats 150, has 5 grills, electricity and water. Located at south end of park. Non-ADA accessible restrooms located approximately 168 feet across grass from shelter. Two designated parking spaces in front of shelter. Access to the shelter is across approximately 85 feet of grass. Playground close by.

ADA accessible, identical shelters that are adjacent to each other: each seat 50, have 2 grills, electricity and water. Located in middle of park. ADA accessible restrooms located approximately 375 feet across asphalt parking lot. Two designated parking spaces in front. Playground close by.

Non-ADA accessible shelter: seats 150, has 2 grills, electricity (lights up in evening) and water. Gate may be opened for closer access. Non-ADA accessible restrooms located across parking lot. There are two handicapped parking spaces in front of the shelter. Swing set and slide next door.

4. Glen Oak Park Shelter

8. Trewyn Pavilion

ADA accessible shelter; seats 96: has 6 grills, electricity (lights up in evening) and water. Located across from Glen Oak Pavilion. ADA accessible restrooms located by using accessible sidewalk. Parking available on street/no designated parking spaces by shelter. Access provided by asphalt walkway. Playground and ball diamond close by. Extra tables can be moved for $5/table ($25 minimum). Guests may move tables as long as they are returned to original positions.

5. Bradley Park Shelter

ADA accessible shelter: seats 150, has 3 grills, electricity and water. ADA accessible restrooms located 100 feet across asphalt parking lot. Two designated parking spaces in front of asphalt walk that leads to shelter. Playground, tennis courts and sand volleyball courts close by–may be reserved for a fee; call 688-3667.

ADA accessible shelter: seats 75, has 3 grills, electricity (lights up in evening) and water. Located in rear of park. ADA accessible restrooms. One handicapped parking space by the shelter. Gate may be opened to allow for closer access to the shelter. Swing set and large grassy area in front. Robinson Park is located on Mossville Road in a secluded wooded area complete with hiking trail.

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Under 50 people: $40/hour 50 people or more: $75/hour (includes security) $150 deposit Trewyn Pavilion is not available to rent on holidays.

This is an indoor rental: ADA accessible hall on second floor, holds 100; includes air conditioning, long tables and folding chairs. Handicapped spaces in parking lot. Doors leading into hall from ramped access are 28 inches wide. Restrooms are ADA accessible. No alcoholic beverages permitted. Arrival/ departure time must be preset.

OTHER PARKS have shelters available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis:

Becker Park, Bielfeldt Park, Endres Park, Charter Oak Park, Franciscan Park, John Gwynn Jr. Park, Markwoodlands Park, MLK Jr. Park, Northtrail Park, Schmoeger Park, Sommer Park North, and Stadium Park.

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Great Spaces For Your Next Event! Camp Wokanda: 579-2157

Camp Wokanda offers rentals for family or group camping, weddings, day camps, and social gatherings. The camp, complete with dining hall, cabins, program buildings and tent camping sites, offers rental options seven days a week. See page 26 for details.

Forest Park Nature Center: 686-3360

Our beautiful “A” frame building adds rustic charm to events at an affordable price. With seating for up to 80 people plus audio-visual equipment, rentals start at $30/hour with a minimum of three hours.

Lakeview Recreation Center: 681-2867 or 681-2866

Lakeview Recreation Center features several opportunities for your group’s next event including a gymnasium with two basketball courts (wood floor) and three carpeted multipurpose rooms varying in size. Fees will vary depending on space, event type and length.

Luthy Botanical Garden: 681-3507

Franciscan Recreation Complex: 677-6705

You can select one of six areas for your event: the Conservatory, an indoor venue that can accommodate up to 75 people; Woodland Garden, Crab Apple Cove, Wildlife Garden, The Learning Circle or The Rose Garden, all located outside. Some areas are able to accommodate up to 300 people. Evening weddings are available during our three annual floral shows (Lily, Chrysanthemum and Poinsettia Shows). Dates vary year-to-year, so please confirm. Call for details or stop by the Garden Shop for more information.

Gateway Building: 494-6713

Noble Center: 688-3667 x1262

Clubs, groups and families can rent out any part or all of FRC for meetings, showers, weddings or other special events. Fees will vary depending on attendance and the length of the event. Our large carpeted room features an attached kitchen and 8-foot tables with chairs.

The Gateway Building has become Peoria’s premiere facility, located directly on the RiverFront. It houses two rooms specifically designed for a variety of uses. The Grand Ballroom holds a maximum of 290 guests banquet style, or 440 guests theater style. The full-length walkout balcony offers an array of views along the beautiful Illinois River. The second floor seats up to 90 guests banquet style, or 140 guests theater style. Call 494-6713 or email gateway@peoriaparks.org to set up an appointment!

The Noble Center Auditorium is available for wedding receptions, anniversary parties, conferences and more. The facility can seat 300 theatre style or 250 banquet style. Contact rental agent Alex Larson at 688-3667 x1262 or email alarson@peoriaparks.org.

Glen Oak Amphitheatre: 681-2854 With a full sound system, two-tier stage, park bench seating for over 500 and lawn seating for many more, we can help make your event stand out. We even have a concession stand to help feed all those hungry visitors! Call for additional details!

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Peoria Zoo: 681-3519

At the Zambezi River Lodge you see a panoramic scene of Africa!. The Lodge is surrounded by a smaller, open-air pavilion and courtyard. The Lodge provides a complementary reception site for many outdoor weddings held at Luthy Botanical Garden next door. This space is ideal for weddings, receptions, corporate outings, class reunions and fundraisers. One of the most unique locations for a wedding and reception in Central Illinois. The Lodge can accommodate up to 200 guests. By combining the areas available, we have hosted events for up to 1200 guests. Call (309) 681-3519 or email rentals@peoriazoo.org to arrange your tour today. Now also booking for wedding showers!

RiverPlex: 282-1700

Book your next event at the RiverPlex! We have several different areas to choose from: CLASSROOMS: The RiverPlex offers three expandable classrooms with seating for up to 120 people, providing a nice escape from the office for off-site meetings or programs. Tables, chairs and kitchen access are available. Rates range from $25-$75/ hour. THE ARENA: With 18,000 square feet, the arena includes three basketball courts with partitions, bleachers with seating for up to 300, accessible restrooms and locker rooms, as well as two separate entrances. Hourly rates depend on group size and range from $60/ hour per court to $165/hour for the full Arena.

Proctor Center: 673-9183

Proctor Center has an auditorium, two gyms, a full kitchen and a stage with plenty of tables and chairs. Prices range from $20-$50 an hour with half hour free set up time. Deposit must be made 1 week in advance.

Logan Center: 676-8179

Logan Center features lighted basketball courts, a soccer field, two picnic pavillions, playground equipment, indoor lounge with cable TV, VCR and DVD, computer availability and a multi-purpose indoor recreation area. Rental Fee: $50/ hour to rent the entire facility. Rent two hours for $50/hour and get the 3rd hour free.

Sommer Park: 691-8423

Sommer Park is the ideal setting for your group’s outing, whether it’s a wedding, company picnic or family reunion. Enjoy a rural, peaceful atmosphere within the city with open space to have a fire to cook your own hotdogs and s’mores. Groups may obtain permission to supply their own beer and wine. Fees (per person) $2.25 Children ages 5-10 $1.05 Children 4 and under Free Minimums apply depending on rental area. Call to learn about our Prairie Shelter, Woodland Shelter, Porch, Fire Circle or Schoolhouse.

BICYCLE SAFETY TOWN: 682-6684 Rent the Bicyle Safety Town shelter for $25 per hour. See what’s available at Bicycle Safety Town on page 93. Reservations can be made by calling Carrie Bottrell at 682-6684.

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AT PEORIA PLAYHOUSE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: 323-6900 • The PlayHouse Party Member price $125 • Non-member price: $150 Space permitting, available at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm seven days a week. Our basic package includes everything you need for a great party! The PlayHouse Party includes admission for up to 15 guests, a reserved private room for 90 minutes, a dedicated party coordinator, decorations and paper products. • Deluxe PlayHouse Party Member price $175 • Non-member price: $200 Space permitting, available at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm seven days a week. The Deluxe PlayHouse Party includes admission for up to 20 guests, a reserved private room for 90 minutes, a dedicated party coordinator, decorations and paper products, a t-shirt for the birthday child, and a scavenger hunt through the exhibits for party guests. For all PlayHouse Birthday Party Packages: • Based upon availability, additional guests are welcome at regular admission rates. • Parties must be booked at least 10 days in advance. • A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at time of booking. • Groups must include one adult per 5 children.

AT PEORIA ZOO: 681-3513

• DELUXE PACKAGE ($225**): Choose from our Treetop Classroom or Tropics Classroom. Each Deluxe party includes your room choice for 2 hours, invitations, ½ sheet cake, punch, plates, cups, napkins, a visit from our animal ambassadors, a tour of the Zoo, a t-shirt for the birthday child and a party coordinator to facilitate the party. **Price includes admission for up to 15 people (everyone in attendance over the age of 2 is included in your final count). Additional guests are welcome at birthday fees of $9 per extra adult and $10 per extra child. Treetop holds approximately 20-25 people; Tropics holds approximately 25-30 people. $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking party; the remainder of the balance must be paid 1 week before party. • ZOOPER PACKAGE ($200***): Each Zooper party includes the Tropics Classroom for 1.5 hours, invitations, ½ sheet cake, punch, plates, cups, napkins, a visit from our animal ambassadors, a t-shirt for the birthday child and a party coordinator to facilitate the party (THIS PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE ZOO ADMISSION). ***Price is for up to 25 guests; any additional guests will be $2/ person. Tropics holds approximately 25-30 comfortably. $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking party; the remainder of the balance must be paid 1 week before party.

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• After-Hours PlayHouse Party Member price $300 • Non-member price: $325 Space permitting, available at 4:30 pm* on Fridays and Saturdays. For a really special experience, have your party after regular hours, and give your guests special access to our exhibits! AfterHours PlayHouse Parties last two hours and start at 4:30 pm, thirty minutes after we close to the public. After-Hours parties include two hours of playtime for up to 30 guests, a reserved private room, a dedicated party coordinator, decorations and paper products, a t-shirt for the birthday child, and a scavenger hunt through the exhibits for party guests. *Please note, while the museum closes to the public at 4 pm, the PlayHouse does not promise exclusive use of the museum. There may be additional programs or parties concurrent with AfterHours Birthday Parties.

Add to any PlayHouse Birthday Party package: • Let Them Eat Cake: Cupcakes, whole fruit, and drinks to make your party extra sweet. Cost: $35 • Workshop: Book a 30 minute hands-on workshop for up to 15 kids! Ask for more information on workshop booking options. Cost: $50

• BIRTHDAY IN A BAG ($130): Looking for just a room to have your birthday? Birthday in a Bag includes admission to the Zoo for 10 people, t-shirt for the birthday child, invitations, and use of the Wildlife Fall Classroom (located in the Tropics Building) for 1 hour. Add on a 20 minute animal encounter for just $40! Additional guests are admitted at the regular admission price of $9 per adult and $5.25 per child. Wildlife Falls holds approximately 15-20 comfortably. $50 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking party; the remainder of the balance must be paid 1 week before party. • ZooMobile: Not able to visit the Zoo? Have the Zoo come to you! Birds, snakes, tarantulas and more can be invited to your next birthday party, scout meeting, or celebration! Prices start at $110 within Peoria City Limits and are adjusted for distance and number of participants.

AT THE AQUAPLEX AT THE RIVERPLEX: 691-1550 The Basic Party includes:

• 75 minutes in the pool • 1 hour in the party room • Cake, ice cream and punch • White table coverings • Plates, napkins, cups and utensils for up to 18 or 30 guests, depending on the number of guests in attendance. Basic Party for 18 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $155 Non-Member Price: $175 Basic Party for 30 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $175 Non-Member Price: $195

The Deluxe Party includes:

Everything in the Basic Party PLUS: • 1 cluster of balloons • Birthday wall hangings • Colored table coverings Deluxe Party for 18 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $190 Non-Member Price: $210 Deluxe Party for 30 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $210 Non-Member Price: $230 * No party bookings will be made less than 10 days before the date of the party. * Deposit will be due at the time of booking.

The Ultimate Party includes:

Everything in the Basic Party PLUS: • 3 clusters of balloons, including one themed mylar balloon • Themed birthday wall hangings • Themed plates, cups, napkins and utensils • Colored table coverings Over 50 Themes to choose from! Ultimate Party for 18 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $230 Non-Member Price: $250 Ultimate Party for 30 Guests RiverPlex Member Price: $250 Non-Member Price: $270

ROCK CLIMBING WALL AND EXERGAMING PARTY AT THE RIVERPLEX: 691-1550 Enjoy both the Climbing Wall and Exergame Studio on your birthday! This three-hour party package includes two hours to use the climbing wall and exergaming studio, with the last hour in the party room. These parties are only available on Saturdays and Sundays from 3:30-6:30 pm. Please note, the party room has a capacity of 30 people.

AT FOREST PARK NATURE CENTER: 686-3360

Party includes:

• Cake, ice cream and punch • Plates, cups, napkins and utensils • White table coverings Pricing: $300

AT CAMP WOKANDA: 579-2157

Nature Center Birthday parties are 1½ hours in length, including Canoe with your friends at Camp Wokanda for a 45 minute hike/ program with a naturalist and 45 minutes your birthday! Cost is $10 per canoe. Life jackets indoors or at the picnic area (depending on weather). Parents and paddles are provided. must provide their own refreshments. The birthday child receives a $2 gift certificate from the Trailhead Nature Store and each child receives a small gift. The Nature Center provides invitations. Fee: $60 for up to 20 people. A $30 non-refundable deposit is required FOOTGOLF AT DETWEILLER GOLF COURSE: to book a date.

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AT SOMMER PARK: 691-8423

Throw a two-hour party in the great outdoors. Each package includes a picnic area & campfire/use of roasting sticks. The Country Birthday Party includes a half-hour hayrack ride (accommodates 20-25 people). Go Ga Ga over the use of the Ga Ga Ball Party, a fun interactive game sweeping the nation and Peoria’s only known 20’ pit. This party will surely be the hit of the year. Fee: $80.00 per party.

AT OWENS CENTER: 686-3368

Your celebration will include public skate admission and skate rental for up to 12 people, plus cake and ice cream. Fee-R/NR: $95/$100 ($4/$5 each additional person)

Treat your friends and family to a round of FootGolf at Detweiller Golf Course! FootGolf is played with a soccer ball on the golf course. Bring your own soccer ball or rent one at Detweiller Golf Course. Green fees are $5 for children and $9 for adults (9-holes).

AT LOGAN CENTER: 676-8179

This air-conditioned space is perfect for baby showers, birthday parties and family reunions! Rental Fee: $50/hour to rent the entire facility. Rent two hours for $50/hour and get the 3rd hour free. If you need additional time, you can rent a fourth hour for $50 and receive a fifth hour free.

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• PRINCESS JASMINE/MIDDLE EASTERN THEMED PARTY! Your child will be crowned Princess • OPEN GYM PARTY: This private two-hour Jasmine for the day as our dance studio is party includes 1½ hours of open gym time transformed into her Palace room for your for basketball, soccer, scooters, hula hoops, special party! Package includes: 40 minutes tumbling and more! During the last ½ hour, of dance instruction by Thais Banu for up to you’ll have a private room for cake and ice 12 guests, instruction in the Dance of the Veil cream. FRC provides a ¼ sheet cake with and Ribbon Wand Dance and 1 hour’s use your choice of decoration and ½ gallon of ice of party room at the Franciscan Recreation cream. The party includes cake, ice cream, Complex. Party renter is responsible for plates, napkins, candles, drinks and forks. supervision of the children in the party room. Fee: $115 for up to 20 children; add $1 for Packages start at $120. Cake, ice cream each additional child. Add an extra ½ hour of and accessories can be provided for an playtime or cake time for $20. Or, just rent the additional charge. space for $90 and provide your own cake and accessories.

AT FRANCISCAN RECREATION COMPLEX: 677-6705

• DANCE PARTY: Treat your guests to “Swan Lake” or “All That Jazz” by having them participate with you in a ballet and jazz class as part of your party. Package includes 40 minutes of dance instruction for up to 12 guests and one hour’s use of a party room at Franciscan Recreation Complex. Party renter is responsible for supervision of the children in the party room. Packages start at $120. Cake, ice cream and accessories can be provided for an additional charge.

AT LAKEVIEW REC CENTER: 681-2867 or 681-2866

Open Gym Party: Come have your party at Lakeview Recreation Center, located at 1013 W. Lake Avenue in Lakeview Park! Package includes 1.5 hours of free time in the gymnasium where kids can play basketball, soccer, football, floor hockey and volleyball. The last ½ hour you will celebrate in a private room with cake and ice cream. Package includes ¼ sheet personalized cake, ice cream, plates, napkins, utensils, drinks and table covering. Fee: $115 for up to 20 guests ($2 for each additional guest). Or, just rent the space for $90 and provide your own cake and accessories.

Add a Fun on the Run bouncer to any Franciscan Recreation Complex or Lakeview Recreation Center birthday package for an additional $125! Please specify this option when making your reservation.

AT PROCTOR CENTER: 673-9183

• OPEN GYM PARTY: Let kids be kids! Use our facility to run, jump, shoot hoops, tumble on mats, use tricycles and scooters, and much more. After the fun, gather in our party room for refreshments provided by you. Free half hour time before the event to decorate the party room. Rental is $30 for parties of up to 25 people and $50 for parties of 26 or more. • ROCK & ROLL: Invite up to 50 of your best friends and celebrate on roller skates to the latest music. Parents must provide refreshments. Rental is $30 for parties of up to 25 people and $50 for parties of 26 or more (skate rental is included). • ZUMBA BIRTHDAY: If you’re looking for a fun, entertaining, and energizing way to celebrate your special day, then a ZUMBA birthday party is just what you need! Zumbatomic parties are perfect for kids ages 5-15. Kids will have a blast celebrating by playing interactive dance games and learning different international dances, including: Cumbia, Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Belly Dance and Soca. Children’s birthday package includes: 45 minutes of Zumbatomic, birthday certificate, personalized routines to popular songs, and Zumba rubber bracelets.

AT LAKEVIEW FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER: 686-3377 AT GWYNN FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER: 676-2891

Lakeview and Gwynn are open early June through mid-August. Basic Package - $125: During public swim, includes cake, ice cream, soda, table service, ½ hour table time, and swim admission for up to 15 children. $3.50 for each addition swimmer.

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Deluxe Package - $145: During public swim, includes cake, ice cream, soda, table service, ½ hour table time, appearance by Gus and Goldie and swim admission for up to 15 children. $3.50 for each additional swimmer.

Bicycle Safety Town 6518 N. Sheridan • 682-6684

Open daily dawn to dusk, except during bicycle safety education class (for closures, visit www.peoriaparks.org/bicycle-safety-town) This one of a kind learning track, complete with traffic and road signs, provides a great place for younger riders to learn the rules of the road or a safe arena for older, more experienced riders to have fun. The facility has a picnic shelter, a covered bleacher area, family restroom, as well as a paved path which links to the Rock Island Greenway. All bicyclists (toddlers, children, and adults) MUST wear properly fitted helmets. Scooters, skateboards, roller skates/roller blades, and motorized equipment are prohibited from the track. Bicycle Safety Town is also available for private shelter rentals at $25/hour.

Marinas Detweiller Marina: 673-6523

Located at #2 Caroline St, Detweiller Marina offers180 in-water slips. All slips have state of the art electrical/water hookup and a 30 amp twist-lock receptacle. We also have 20 dry-dock areas and 20 beach spots for rent. There are three public launch ramps, accessible even in high water. Launch fee $5 for any size boat. A 9-acre park is located just to the north of the Marina. Shelter has water, picnic tables and grills for groups, reunions and parties. The fuel dock is open Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm and weekends 11 am-6 pm.

Galena Marina

Located across from Detweiller Park off Galena Road, this facility includes boat ramp, picnic areas with grills, restrooms, parking and open riverfront. It is open dawn to 11:00 pm daily. Free launching.

Advisory Committees • • •

Advisory committee members are appointed by the Park Board President. Timothy J. Cassidy, Park Board President, and Bonnie W. Noble, Executive Director of Parks and Recreation, sit on all committees. Meetings are open to the public and held in the Noble Center, located at 1125 W. Lake Ave in Lakeview Park, unless otherwise noted.

Recreation Advisory Committee Meetings are held on Wednesdays at 5:15 pm. All meeting notices are published a minimum of 48 hours prior to meeting.

Golf Advisory Ad Hoc Committee Meetings are held on Mondays at 5:00 pm. All meeting notices are published a minimum of 48 hours prior to meeting.

Park Police Protection of facilities and equipment falls under the responsibilities of the Park Police, which consists of professionally trained police officers operating in a distinct role. The Peoria Park District Police call on security expertise not normally found with regular law enforcement agencies. Park Police also utilize local neighborhood associations aimed at reducing vandalism and criminal activity in parks.

Know Who to Call: SITUATION

NUMBER TO CALL

Emergency requiring IMMEDIATE attention

911

Non-Emergency

673-4521 Police Communications Center; they will dispatch the nearest available officer to a specific location.

For a problem in our parks 686-3359 that does not require an im- Park Police Office. Leave a message and your call will mediate police response be returned at the first opportunity.

2015 Fall Playbook

Registration Policies and Important Information

5 WAYS TO REGISTER Registrations will be processed in the order they are received starting AUGUST 24, 2015.

GENERAL REFUND POLICY

The Park District must receive a written request to drop or transfer at least two business days in advance of the first program meeting. No refunds will be issued after that time. A $5 service charge is made for each session dropped or transferred.

Registration Regulations

1. REGISTER ONLINE Get an online household account and password, then register via the Internet beginning at August 24 at midnight. See page 95 for details on setting up this service.

2. MAIL IN: STARTING AUGUST 24 Complete a registration form and return to us beginning August 24. Confirmation of class registration will NOT be sent unless a selfaddressed STAMPED envelope is enclosed. You can also review course information and print out additional registration forms online: www.peoriaparks.org

3. FAX: 686-3384 Register beginning August 24 when using a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express) payment only. When registering by fax, it is understood that the faxed document received (including the waiver and release of claims) shall have the same legal effect as the original form.

4. WALK IN: Noble Center Register in person at the Noble Center, located at 1125 W. Lake Ave. HOURS: M-F August 24-September 18 8:00 am-5:00 pm M-F

Starting September 21 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Closed 9/7, 11/11, 11/26, 11/27, 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, and 1/1/16

5. DROP BOX: Noble Center

There is an after-hours drop box located outside the front entrance of the Noble Center, located at 1125 W. Lake Ave.

SORRY, PHONE-IN registration is not available.

QUESTIONS? Call (309) 688-3667

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Other Fee/Payment Information • Residents 65 and over receive 10% off regular fees. Senior/50 Rock programs and golf lessons are excluded from this discount. • No pro-rated class fees. • In the event that a check is not honored due to insufficient funds or an account closure, the drawer shall be liable for the amount of the check plus $30 (per check) for costs incurred by the PPD. If PPD commences a collection action in the court, the drawer shall be liable for all costs and expenses incurred by the PPD in connection with the collection and any other damages permitted under Illinois law. • When you provide a check as payment, you authorize the PPD to use information from the check to make a one-time electronic fund transfer from your account. Funds may be withdrawn from your account as soon as the same day we receive your payment and you will not receive your check back from Registration Exceptions For programs at Owens Center, Peoria your financial institution. If you register in PlayHouse Children’s Museum, Peoria Zoo, person, you will receive your check back. Proctor Center, Luthy Botanical Garden, and Logan Center, refer to registration Americans With Disabilities In keeping with the Americans with information on that facility’s page. Disabilities Act, recreation programs offered by the PPD are available in the most Scholarships The PPD realizes that there are people integrated setting possible to facilitate in the community who may suffer from participation. The PPD will make reasonable economic setbacks which could prevent accommodation to individuals with their participation in programs. The PPD has disabilities who meet essential eligibility a limited amount of scholarship funds requirements for the desired program. available. Applications are available at the Noble Center. They are awarded to PPD Equal Opportunity residents only, and on the basis of financial The PPD will not exclude anyone from need. Scholarship applications must be participation, deny anyone the benefits of, brought in person to the Noble Center or subject anyone to discrimination based (1125 W. Lake Ave). Call 688-3667 with on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship questions. status, age, marital status, disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from the Fees military, protected veteran status, ancestry R = Resident fee paid by those who or on the basis of any characteristic live within PPD boundaries protected by law. NR = Non-resident fee M = Member fee paid by those who are members of a facility • Registrations for Fall 2015 classes will be processed beginning AUGUST 24, 2015. • Programs have minimums and maximums, and are filled on a first come, first served basis. The Peoria Park District (PPD) reserves the right to add, omit or change any or all of the program provisions (including advertised fees and charges) outlined in this brochure when deemed in the best interest of participants. Changes may also be made due to circumstances that are beyond our control. • The PPD reserves the right to modify, postpone, or combine programs, or change instructors. If the PPD cancels a program, you will receive a full refund. • Before buying supplies, check before the start date to make sure class will run.

Online Registration An online account IS NOT NECESSARY to register for classes. See page 94 for multiple other ways (fax, mail in, walk in) to register. However, the Peoria Park District does offer online registration to those who have previously set up online accounts and obtained PIN numbers.

Set up your account NOW in order to register online beginning Monday, August 24! BEFORE you may register online for the first time, the Park District will need to MAIL YOU AN ONLINE HOUSEHOLD ACCOUNT NUMBER AND PIN after you provide some information. Here’s how it works: STEP 1 - EMAIL US: Send an email to registration@peoriaparks.org with the following information:

• Full name of primary household contact • Names AND birthdates of ALL family members • Home Address (not a PO Box) • City, State, Zip • Email address you check regularly • Home Phone • Cell Phone

STEP 2 - WE’LL RESPOND: Because residents receive discounted rates, you may need to provide proof of residency. NOTE: If you’ve never participated in a Park District program, you will NEED to come in with a current utility OR tax bill to establish residency. STEP 3 - WE’LL MAIL YOU YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER AND PIN within 5 business days and you’ll be ready to register online, 24/7!

Already have a PIN number?

Classes on our website, www.peoriaparks.org, are linked to our online registration system. You can also access the system via a link at www.peoriaparks.org/online-registration.

Please Take Note

In an effort to keep our systems and your information secure, we are in the process of upgrading our security software. As a result, our online registration system is best viewed on the most updated version of your web browser.

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REGISTRATION FORM

Peoria Park District

1. ADULT PARTICIPANT OR PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION First and Last Name: ___________________________________________________________________ Birthdate: ___________________ Street Address, City, ZIP:_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone: ____________________________

Work Phone: __________________________

Cell Phone: __________________

Email:______________________________________________________________________

2. TELL US WHAT YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR (Please fill out completely. Attach an additional sheet if necessary) Class Code Program Name

Participant’s First & Last Name

Sex

Birthdate

Grade & School

Fee*

M F M F M F M F M F

I would like to donate $______ to the Scholarship Program to enable disadvantaged youth to participate in programming. *NOTE: R = Resident (of Park District) Fee • NR = Nonresident Fee • M = Member Fee (where applicable)

TOTAL PAYMENT:

$________

3. LET US KNOW OF ANY SPECIAL NEEDS We welcome individuals with disabilities. Please describe any accommodations needed for successful inclusion in the program(s). _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. PROVIDE COACHING / SPORTS TEAM INFORMATION PARENTS: Can you serve as a volunteer coach? YES / NO If YES, which sport? (circle) Soccer • Basketball Head or assistant coach? (Circle one)

Your name and phone #: ____________________________________________________

We will consider team requests for carpooling purposes. Detail your request on a separate sheet of paper.

5. READ & SIGN THE WAIVER

Please read this form carefully and be aware in registering yourself, your child or ward for participation in this program you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you or your minor child/ward might sustain arising out of this program. As a participant in the program or the parent/guardian of a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss which I or my minor child/ward may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have as a result of participating in the program against the Park District and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the Park District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage or loss which I or my minor child/ward may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward on account of my participation in the program. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the Park District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including death, damages and losses sustained by me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program. In case of accident or sickness, I consent to emergency medical care provided by ambulance or hospital personnel. I hereby consent to the use of my photograph, or that of my minor/child, in Park District brochures, social media, advertisements, etc. I have read and fully understand the above Program Details and Waiver and Release of All Claims as well as the “Registration Regulations” as listed on the opposing page.

SIGN ___________________________________________________________ HERE Signature of Participant or Parent/Guardian Date

6. COMPLETE PAYMENT METHOD

 Check  Cash 7. RETURN By Mail: By Fax:

___________________________________________________________ Printed Name

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Peoria Park District Registration 1125 W. Lake Avenue Peoria, IL 61614 686-3384 (Credit cards only)

Credit Card Number:

___________-___________-___________-_________

3 or 4 Digit Code on Back of Card: ________________ Expiration Date:

________________

Authorized Signature: ____________________________________________ Printed Name on Card: ____________________________________________

PLEASE NOTE: When you provide a check as payment, you authorize the PPD to use information from the check to make a one-time electronic fund transfer from your account. Funds may be withdrawn from your account as soon as the same day we receive your payment and you will not receive your check back from your financial institution.

The Peoria Park District’s Glen Oak Park is the place to be!

With the addition of the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, you and your family can spend the WHOLE day enjoying hands-on fun and learning without driving all over town!

Why should you visit?

Because the power of play is at the foundation of a child’s ability to learn and grow. Research proves that kids who play have better social skills, improved literacy, reduced stress and increased success in life.

What’s next?

This fall, our team will be working with world-renowned zoo designer Ace Torre to update the park’s master plan. Watch for the next phase of our Power of Play campaign coming soon!

The Power of Play The Peoria PlayHouse & Peoria Zoo

at Learn more by visiting our websites at

www.peoriaparks.org, www.peoriazoo.org, www.peoriaplayhouse.org We’re We’re also also on on facebook, Facebook, twitter, Twitter and and youtube! YouTube!

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