Fall 2024 Fun Guide by bataviaparkdistrict

Check out our new park improvements opening soon!

Clark Island Recreation Area

Follow along with construction at bataviaparks.org/clark-island-recreation

Celebrate our reimagined community park at a grand opening party. We’ll share the event date on social media when the park is complete. Plan to join us for an afternoon of music, activities, fitness, skateboarding and bike demos and enjoy tasty treats from food trucks.

New amenities include:

• Outdoor fitness court and yoga studio

• Skate park with seating

• Bike pump track

• Pollinator garden

• Fishing outcrop

For details on the fitness court, see page 67

West Main Community Park

New pickleball courts

Opening late summer 2024

Opening early fall 2024

Track progress at bataviaparks.org/west-main-community-park

Stay tuned for details on our grand opening celebration and inaugural pickleball tournament on the new courts. Follow us on social media and look for updates in our e-newsletter.

New amenities include:

• 8 fenced pickleball courts

• Shade structure

• Rain garden

What’s new at Batavia Park District

MISSION STATEMENT

Committed to providing fun, safe, and innovative open space and recreational opportunities that will enrich the quality of life for our residents.

The Park Board

Your Park Board is composed of five, nonpaid commissioners selected by you to serve varying terms. The Board is primarily a policy-making body that reflects the needs and interests of all taxpayers.

The Park Board meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Civic Center, 327 W. Wilson St., at 7 p.m.

Please feel welcome to attend.

• September 17

• October 15

Patrick J. Callahan President

Julie Larson Secretary

• November 19

• December 17

John Tilmon Vice President

Tara Gray Commissioner

Sam Bell Treasurer

Allison Niemela, CPRP Batavia Park District Executive Director

Fall in love with something new in Batavia this autumn. Try a new park district program, experience a community family event or explore one of our newly updated parks. There’s so much to do this season. Don’t miss out!

New Programs

• Pop up and evening fitness classes (page 56)

• Middle School Open Gym (page 55)

• Youth basketball leagues (page 22)

• Spooky fall programs at Batavia Depot Museum (page 9)

• New fall youth soccer league for ages 3-6 (page 25)

• Expanded jazz dance offerings (page 37)

• Adult basketball league (page 65)

• Expanded adult trip offerings (page 78)

Special Events

• So Long Summer Swim at Hall Quarry Beach (page 93)

• Exhibit Opening: Batavia Through the Artist’s Brush (page 85)

• Pints by the Pond (page 8)

• S’mores & More, now on a Saturday (page 10)

• PechaKucha Night (page 10)

• Celebration of Lights (page 12)

• Breakfast with Santa, now with 2 seating times (page 11)

Park Opening Celebrations

Check social media and our e-newsletter for more information on these upcoming community park parties.

• West Main Community Park pickleball courts (late summer)

• Clark Island Recreation Area (early fall)

Stay In Touch with Us

Get Up-to-date Notices

Join our texting update line to receive info about your favorite park programs. Here’s how to get started. Text 630-879-5235 and enter “follow” plus the hashtag code of your choice.

• Pickleball: follow #pickleball

• Fitness: follow #fitness

• Seniors: follow #seniors

• Batavia Park District: follow #bataviaparkdistrict You can also text our customer service department at 630-879-5235 with questions about park district programs or events.

Have a fabulous fall!

E X P LORE

The Spooky side of Batavia

Fall is in the air.

As the temperatures turn cooler, and the days get shorter, leaves drop from trees and excitement brews for Halloween costumes and candy. We have plenty of activities to get you and your family in the mood for spooky season. Enter our Halloween House decorating contest, take a cemetery tour or enroll your youngsters in cooking classes to create seasonal snack.

Show your spooky flair

Enter our Halloween House Decorating contest and make your home the scariest on your block. Bring out the pumpkins, witches, bats, skeletons, spiders and ghosts. Craft a creepy theme. Let your creativity run wild. Prizes will be awarded. For contest details, see page 10.

Spooky season for kids

Kids can get in the spooky spirit with our Monster Cupcakes class (page 42). Have the Slime of Your Life and Halloween Gore-tastic Life Coaching Hour focus on a fun activity while introducing important life skills (page 48).

Ghostly gathering for grown-ups

If you are interested in the supernatural and psychics, be sure to register for our trip to the historic Jacob Henry Mansion in Joliet. See page 80 for details.

Explore Batavia’s haunting history

Batavia Depot Museum has a scary slate of Batavia After Dark activities for the fall. Take a flashlight tour of the museum. Learn about the people who left their mark on the city during a cemetery walk where we pay a respectful tribute to these innovators. Uncover the mysteries in Batavia’s history with a PG-13 walking tour around downtown. Batavia’s history is spicier than you imagined! See page 87 for details.

AT A GLANCE

Our Staff

Leadership Team > Civic Center > 630-879-5235

Allison Niemela, CPRP* Executive Director allisonn@bataviaparks.org

Brent Strumpf, CPA* Director of Finance brents@bataviaparks.org

Brittany Meyer, CPRP* Director of Community Recreation brittanym@bataviaparks.org

Josh Wyant, CPO* Director of Facilities & Trades joshw@bataviaparks.org

Katie Burgess Director of Creative Development katieb@bataviaparks.org & Community Engagement

Kim Hansen, CPRP* Director of Parks kimh@bataviaparks.org

Lynn Boerman Director of Talent & Culture lynnb@bataviaparks.org

Business Team > Civic Center > 630-879-5235

Tiffany Green

Customer Relations Manager tiffanyg@bataviaparks.org

Carolyn Potosnak Community Engagement Specialist carolynp@bataviaparks.org

Christina Tomaras

Customer Relations Advisor christinat@bataviaparks.org

Cori Freebourn Customer Relations Advisor corif@bataviaparks.org

Gail Gaboda Strategic Communications Specialist gailg@bataviaparks.org

Kayli Hubbs Payroll & A/P Coordinator kaylih@bataviaparks.org

Lindsey Williams Executive Assistant lindseyw@bataviaparks.org

Shelbie Hinterlong Customer Relations Advisor shelbieh@bataviaparks.org

Recreation Team > Eastside Community Center > 630-406-5282

Lori McDonald Assistant Director of Community Recreation lorim@bataviaparks.org

Bethanne Guidarelli Recreation Supervisor bethanneg@bataviaparks.org

Elisha Sharp Recreation Supervisor elishas@bataviaparks.org

Jessica Meis Batavia Depot Museum Curator jessicam@bataviaparks.org

Julie Galauner Facilities & Aquatics Supervisor julieg@bataviaparks.org

Kate Garrett Director of the Batavia Depot Museum kateg@bataviaparks.org

Kathy Freedlund Fitness Supervisor kathyf@bataviaparks.org

Nathaniel Jarosz, CPRP* Athletics Supervisor nathanielj@bataviaparks.org

Zach Mueller Recreation Supervisor zachm@bataviaparks.org

Parks Team > Maintenance > 630-406-5272

Alex Macias, CA* Superintendent of Parks alexm@bataviaparks.org

Jim Redmon Superintendent of Trades & Facilities jimr@bataviaparks.org

FVSRA

Becky Fredrickson, CTRS* Inclusion Manager beckyf@fvsra.org

* Title Abbreviations: AFO: Aquatics Facility Operator, CA: Certified Arborist, CPA: Certified Public Accountant, CPO: Certified Pool Operator, CPRP: Certified Parks & Recreation Professional, CTRS: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Certification

Facilities & Hours

Civic Center (CC), Administration Office

327 W. Wilson St., Batavia, IL 60510

630-879-5235

Fax 630-879-9537

Main Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Eastside Community Center (ESCC)

14 N. Van Buren St., Batavia, IL 60510

630-406-5282

Eastside Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Class Locations

Batavia Park District Facilities

Engstrom Family Park & Soccer Fields

326 Millview Dr.

Batavia Depot Museum

155 Houston St.

Kemp Hall

18 N. Van Buren St.

Memorial Park 601 Illinois Ave.

Other Locations

Dane’s Games

1429 E. State St., Geneva

Dunham Woods Farm 9N755 Nesler Rd., Elgin

Lippold Park

2001 S. River St., Batavia

Marquee Youth Stage

220 N. Randall Rd., St. Charles Moore Park

877 Geneva Dr., Geneva

Pottawatomie Community Center (PCC)

8 North Ave., St. Charles

Red Oak Nature Center

930 N. River Rd., North Aurora

Sounds Like Music

224 W. State St., Geneva

Peg Bond Center

151 N. Island Ave.

Shannon Hall 14 N. Van Buren

The Lodge

800 N. River St.

Important Dates

In-district registration opens Monday, July 22

Residents may register for programs immediately and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration will continue throughout the season.

Out-of-district registration opens Monday, July 29

This registration period is open to anyone including nonresidents. Registrations received during nonresident registration periods will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Holiday Office Hours

During the Fall session, the offices will be closed on the following days:

Sept. 2 (Labor Day)

Oct. 14 (Columbus Day)

Nov. 5 (Election Day)

Nov. 28 & 29 (Thanksgiving)

Dec. 23-Jan. 1 (Christmas & New Year’s holidays)

Rainout Line

Check for updates and cancellations at bataviaparks.org/rainout

Stephen D. Persinger

Recreation Center (SPRC, GEN)

3507 Kaneville Rd., Geneva

Sunset Community Center (SCC, GEN)

710 Western Ave., Geneva

Swim with Bill

1975 Melissa Ln., Aurora

West Batavia Cemetery

900 S. Batavia Ave.

Western Avenue School (WAS, GEN)

1500 Western Ave., Geneva

1 Online | bataviaparks.org

2 In Person | Stop by the Civic Center, 327 W. Wilson St., or Eastside Community Center, 14 N. Van Buren St., between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Download the registration form at bataviaparks.org.

3 By Phone | Call 630-879-5235 or 630-406-5282

Call 630-879-5235 or Text us at 630-879-5235 Registrations@bataviaparks.org Chat with us at bataviaparks.org

Fall Special Events

Fall is fabulous in Batavia! Learn about local history, try a new fitness class and make plans to attend our don’t-miss events like Pints by the Pond, S’mores & More and Celebration of Lights.

August

Aug. 9

So Long Summer Swim

6–8 p.m., Hall Quarry Beach

Free with Quarry admission Page 93

Opening Reception:

Batavia Through the Artist’s Brush

6–8 p.m. Batavia Depot Museum Page 85

Aug. 11

Last Swim of the Season

Noon–6 p.m., Hall Quarry Beach Daily rates apply Page 93

Aug. 11

Batavia History Trolley Tour

1:30–2:30 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Ticketed event Page 86

Dates are subject to change. Outdoor events are dependent on weather. For details, to register or purchase tickets, visit bataviaparks.org.

September

Sept. 1

Wayback Wheels Car Show

4–9 p.m., Houston Street between Island Avenue and Water Street Page 86

Sept. 6

Batavia History Trolley Tour

6–7 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Ticketed event Page 86

Sept. 8

Batavia History Trolley Tour

1:30–2:30 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Ticketed event Page 86

Concert in the Park with the Batavia Community Band

3-4 p.m., Peg Bond Center

Sept. 21

Pints by the Pond

2-5 p.m., VIP hour: 1-2 p.m., Peg Bond Center

Ticketed event Page 8

Sept. 28

Day of Play

10 a.m.–5 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum Page 86

October

Oct. 4

Batavia History Trolley Tour

6–7 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Ticketed event

Page 87

Oct. 5

S’mores & More

Noon-3 p.m., West Main Community Park Ticketed event

Page 10

Concert in the Park with the Batavia Community Band

3-4 p.m., Peg Bond Center

Oct. 10

Fox River Paint & Sip Night at the Museum

6:30–8:30 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Registration required Page 87

Oct. 12

Night at the Museum

7–8 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Ticketed event

Page 87

Oct. 14

Paint Party at the Museum

1–3 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum

Registration required Page 87

Oct. 17

Cemetery Walk

6 p.m., West Batavia Cemetery

Ticketed event Page 87

Oct. 19

Cemetery Walk

1:30 p.m., West Batavia Cemetery

Ticketed event

Page 87

Oct. 21

Pop-Up Fitness:

Get to the Core of It

9-9:45 a.m., Civic Center Gym

Registration required Page 58

Oct. 24

Mysterious Batavia Tour

6 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum Ticketed event

Page 87

Storytelling Presentation:

PechaKucha Night

7 p.m., Shannon Hall

Admission fee

Page 10

November

Nov. 2

Pop-Up Fitness:

Saturday Morning Yoga

9:30-10:30 a.m., Shannon Hall

Registration required Page 58

Nov. 3

Lives in Code

1-1:30 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum Ticketed Event Page 85

Nov. 15

Middle School Open Gym

6-8 p.m., ESCC J. Murphy Gym

Registration required Page 46

Nov. 16

Crystal Bowls Sound Healing

9-10 a.m., Shannon Hall

Registration required Page 57

SPECIAL EVENTS

Nov. 18

Pop-Up Fitness:

Burn, Tone & Move

9-9:45 a.m., Civic Center Gym

Registration required Page 58

December

Dec. 1-15

Hometown Holidays

Exhibit

Batavia Depot Museum Page 85

Dec. 1

Celebration of Lights

5-7 p.m., Batavia Riverwalk Page 12

Holiday Story Time with Batavia Public Library

5:45–6:30 p.m., Batavia Depot Museum, Gustafson Research Center

Page 86

Dec. 7

Breakfast with Santa 8:30-9:30 a.m. or 10-11 a.m.

Shannon Hall

Ticketed event; pick a time slot Page 11

Dec. 23

Pop-Up Fitness: Low Impact Fusion

9-9:45 a.m., Civic Center Gym

Registration required Page 58

Dec. 30

Pop-Up Fitness: Tone UP And Move

9-9:45 a.m., Civic Center Gym

Registration required Page 58

Pints by the Pond

A Craft Beer Festival

21+ event

Saturday, Sept. 21

Peg Bond Center, 151 Island Ave.

If you love sampling good beer, gather your friends for Pints by the Pond, Batavia’s popular outdoor craft beer festival now in its third year! Sample unique beers from more than a dozen local breweries and get a bite to eat from the food trucks. Please note: Children and pets are not permitted to attend the fest.

Tickets include entry to the fest, 3 hours of beer tastings of 20, 3-ounce samples from attending breweries, and a commemorative beer glass. Tickets will be automatically emailed to you after purchase.

Get your tickets today!

• VIP: $60 (Includes 1 p.m. early entry. Price increases to $65 after Sept. 2)

• General Admission: $45 (Price increases to $50 after Sept. 2)

• Designated Driver: $10 (Includes entry and water and soda)

Scan here to purchase tickets or buy online at bataviaparks.org

Attendees and ticket purchasers must be 21 years or older and present a valid, state-issued ID at the time of check-in. Last call is 4:30 p.m. and last pour is 4:45 p.m. No one under age 21 will be allowed to enter the festival. Pets are not permitted.

Batavia Depot Museum Fall Events

Batavia After Dark Tours

Night at the Museum

All ages; $7

Oct. 12, 7–8 p.m.

Have you ever wished you could explore the museum after dark? This is your chance! We’ll explore the nooks and crannies of the museum, open drawers and learn all the mysteries the museum has to offer. We’re pretty sure the depot isn’t haunted by the former station agent, but you may see him on your visit.

Cemetery Walk

All ages; $12

Oct. 17, 6 p.m.

Oct. 19, 1:30 p.m.

Museum staff share stories from Batavia’s cemeteries on this respectful walk in the West Side Cemetery. Weather permitting, all ages welcome.

Mysterious Batavia

18+ recommended; $25

Oct. 24, 6 p.m.

Who is Gopher Bird? Who struck oil in downtown Batavia? What happened to Mayor Snow? Learn answers to questions you never thought to ask at this entertaining and spicy walking tour of downtown Batavia. This tour’s content is rated PG-13.

Art

Fox River Paint & Sip Night at the Museum

Ages 21+

Oct. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Get inspired by the museum’s “Batavia through the Artist’s Brush” exhibit and capture the Fall colors of Batavia through this watercolor and ink painting session for beginners and beyond with Rosalie White, resident artist & instructor at WaterStreet Studios in Batavia. Class includes supplies and a beverage of choice. To register, see page 87.

Paint Party at the Museum

Ages 5-12

October 14, 1–3 p.m.

Create a colorful watercolor landscape inspired by this fall’s “Batavia Through the Painter’s Brush” exhibit. Students of all levels will be introduced to observational skills, watercolor materials and painting techniques to create their own unique Fox River-inspired painting. Class includes supplies and kidfriendly refreshments. Children under 7 should be accompanied by an adult. To register, see page 87.

Come to the Depot Museum on your day off school!

Check out museum programs on page 87.

Storytelling Presentation

PechaKucha Night

Oct. 24, 7 p.m.

Shannon Hall, $10 at the door (cash only)

Ages 21+

Food and beverages available for purchase

PechaKucha Nights are informal, fun gatherings where creative people get together and share their ideas, works, thoughts—just about anything—in the PechaKucha 20x20 format.

Family Fun

Halloween House

Decorating Contest

All ages, $15

Open to all in-district residents

Registration deadline: Oct. 13

Submit 3-5 photos for judging by Oct. 14 to zachm@bataviaparks.org

If you love to decorate your house and yard for spooky season, now’s your chance to win prizes for your creativity! Spots are limited; sign up early and let your imagination run wild with scary outdoor décor. Prizes will be awarded for overall theme and people’s choice. All displays will be judged on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. Winners will receive a Batavia Park District prize package the following day.

S’mores & More

Saturday, Oct. 5, Noon–3 p.m. | West Main Community Park Ticketed Event: $17 per person | All ages

Enjoy a fantastic fall afternoon at West Main Community Park with wagon rides, a hot dog lunch, popcorn, and a bounce house.

Wagon rides, crafts, s’mores and more!

New activity! Bring old clothing and hats to decorate your own scarecrow to take home! (one per family). Wagon rides and lunch will be provided. Participate in pumpkin decorating and more! Campfire time will follow with s’mores for dessert. Wagon rides start at noon. Preregistration is required and everyone attending must have a ticket. Get your tickets today! This event sells out fast!

Registration deadline: Sept. 14

Breakfast with Santa

All ages w/parent

NEW this year! Two time slots. Please indicate the time slot when registering.

Dec. 7, 8:30–9:30 or 10–11 a.m. Choose one time slot

Shannon Hall

$16 per person; Children under 2 are free

Celebrate the holiday season with a festive breakfast and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, coffee and milk as you wait your turn to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Santa will talk to each child and hand them a small gift. Please sign up each family member who plans to attend. Breakfast will be served at 8:45 a.m. for the first session and 10:15 a.m. for the second session.

Scan here to purchase tickets or buy online at bataviaparks.org

SPECIAL EVENTS

Holiday House Decorating Contest

All ages, $15

Open to all in-district residents

Registration deadline: Dec. 9 at 4 p.m.

Submit 3-5 photos for judging to elishas@bataviaparks.org by 4 p.m. on Dec. 9

Show off your holiday spirit and enter Batavia’s Holiday House Decorating Contest. Prizes will be awarded for festive outdoor decor in four categories: Most Original, Best Theme, Best Use of Lights, and People’s Choice.

All displays will be judged on Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. Winners will receive a Batavia Park District prize package and a lawn sign declaring their winning status.

We’re adding an outdoor fitness court and yoga studio, skate park with seating, bike pump track, pollinator garden and fishing outcrop. See construction progress at bataviaparks.org/clark-island-recreation and join us for the unveiling at a community grand opening party in early fall. Follow us at bataviaparks on Facebook and Instagram for details on the grand opening party date. For more details on the outdoor fitness court and yoga studio, see page 67.

Celebration of Lights Festival

Experience the Magic of Batavia!

Sunday, December 1

5–7 p.m.

Batavia Riverwalk

Bring your family to enjoy the festive bright lights and sounds of the holiday season! Sing along to holiday tunes, welcome Santa and pay him a visit, watch the Christmas tree lighting, stroll Christmas Tree Lane, see reindeer, take a hay ride, enjoy favorite holiday tales read aloud and make a holiday craft. For more information, call 630-879-5235 or visit www.bataviaparks.org.

The Batavia Community Band starts at 5 p.m.

Schedule of Events

5–7 p.m.

• Free hayrides with food donation to the Batavia Food Pantry

• Free treat

• Family photo opportunity at Peg Bond Center main stage

• Performance by The Batavia Community Band

• Holiday craft activities

• Reindeer viewing: See 2-3 reindeer in the Santa’s Village Magical Reindeer Display trailer

• Hometown Holidays – Special exhibit celebrating Batavians’ holiday traditions, at the Batavia Depot Museum

5:15 p.m.

• Community sing-a-long led by Craig Foltos, Foltos Tonsorial Parlor

5:30 p.m.

• Arrival of Santa

• Welcome by Mayor Schielke and Ceremonial Tree Lighting

5:45 p.m.

• Santa’s Warming House: Visit Santa in the Peg Bond Center warming house and receive a treat from Santa (for children younger than 10, while supplies last)

5:45-6:30 p.m.

• Announcement of Christmas Tree Lane winners (People’s Choice, Best Holiday Spirit and Most Original Theme)

• Story Time hosted by the Batavia Public Library at the Gustafson Research Center, located in the lower level of the Batavia Depot Museum

Christmas Tree Lane

• Take a stroll along Christmas Tree Lane, featuring 25 holiday trees decorated by local organizations and businesses

Educational Variety

Music and Movement

Preschool

Cooking

Movement Activities

Tot Rock

Ages 1-2.5 w/ caregiver

Kid Rock I

Ages 2-3 w/ caregiver

Family Kid Rock

Ages 1-6 w/ caregiver

Our active, music-based, creative play programs include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following direction skills. Age-appropriate activities include engaging rhythm instruments, movement props and sensory materials.

Instructor: Rock n’ Kids Staff

No class Nov. 28

Baby Rock

Ages 3-13 months w/ caregiver

Activities include sing-alongs, exposure to simple instruments and sensory props, bean bag massages and motion exercises. Bring a blanket or mat and get ready for a rockin’ good time with your tiniest dancer!

Instructor: Rock n’ Kids Staff

No class Nov. 28

Zumba Kids

Ages 3-5

It’s a kids’ fitness party! Children will learn fun dance moves to increase focus skills, boost self-confidence and enhance coordination, while increasing metabolism, all while having a great time.

Instructor: Kaylee Gallagher

No class Nov. 26

Little Yogi

Ages 3-5 w/ adult

Moms. dads, grandparents or caregivers, bring your little yogis and join the fun of this yoga class designed just for kids. It helps with concentration, teaches breathing techniques for self-calming and encourages healthy movement. Plus, it’s noncompetitive and increases self-esteem.

Instructor: Gloria M.

No class Nov. 26

Preschool Cooking Class

• Baked Cinnamon Chips w/ Fruit Salsa and Yogurt Dip

• Tasty Pumpkin Muffins and Parfaits

• Mini Flatbread Pizzas and Fruit Froyo

• Holiday Bites and Treats

Ages 3-4 w/ caregiver

Join a registered dietitian and her team for a gardento-plate cooking experience! Preschool chefs will whip up tasty farm-to-table snacks, entrees and desserts using local ingredients. Use of aprons, kids’ knives, cutting boards and food for two recipes per class included. Special need students are welcome.

Instructor: Mary Zupke, Registered Dietitian

EDUCATIONAL VARIETY

Toddler Languages

I Speak Spanish for Kids

Ages 3-6

Introduce your child to the Spanish language in this immersion class developed for very young learners. Children will be immersed in the Spanish language through fun and educational activities and music. New material will be covered each session.

Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.

No class Oct. 14 & Nov. 25

Looking for basketball for your 3-year-old?

Check out Jr Basketball on page 28.

New Horizons Preschool is a program of the Batavia Park District that was founded in 1996 to provide young children with the skills and experiences that will help them thrive in Kindergarten and beyond.

New Horizons offers a unique experience of providing an opportunity for social and emotional growth through a play-based experience. Building selfesteem and confidence is the base of our curriculum, allowing the children to be successful. This curriculum sets us apart from other area preschools.

A typical day may include dress-up, reading books, science experiments, building fun objects, puzzles, crafts and music, plus play time outside on our own playground or indoors in our own gym.

Students benefit from these experiences because they gain skills in socialization, fine and large motor skills, as well as cognitive development, plus they have fun while doing it. We nurture independent, creative thinkers.

Young 3s Program

• For a first away-from-parent experience.

• Emphasis on socialization skills.

• Pull-ups are allowed in this class only. Parents must be available to change their child.

• Children must have independent bathroom skills.

3s Program

• Play based.

• Intro to letters, numbers, shapes and colors all in a meaningful way.

• Fine motor development.

• Art, Math, Dramatic play.

• Children must be potty trained and have independent bathroom skills.

4s Program

• Activities in pre-reading, writing, math, hands on science and cooking.

• Attend field trips.

• Focus on Kindergarten readiness.

• Children must be potty trained and have independent bathroom skills.

4-Day 4s Program

• Activities in pre-reading, writing, math, hands-on science and cooking.

• Attend field trips.

• Focus on Kindergarten readiness.

• Extra day to provides opportunities for additional books and projects.

• Children must be potty trained and have independent bathroom skills.

Pre-K

• Designed for children with fall birthdays or those who would benefit from a growth year before Kindergarten.

• Pre-reading, writing, hands-on math and science and cooking.

• Enhanced focus on Kindergarten readiness.

• Children must be potty trained and have independent bathroom skills.

Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year

Parents may register their children online at bataviaparks.org or in person at the Civic Center or Eastside Community Center. A $20 nonrefundable registration fee and the correct deposit are due at the time of registration. Children must be potty trained to register for New Horizons. Pull-Ups-style training pants only are permissible in our Young 3s class. Registration is now open.

Monthly Fees & Times for School Year 2024-2025

Monthly payments are due the first day of the month, September through May. A $10 late fee will be assessed after the 1st of the month. The New Horizons school year runs from early September to the end of May. If snow days are used during the school year, those days will not be made up. Beginning Aug. 1, 2024, a 50% refund will be provided to parents who decide to drop after registration.

Program Info and Monthly Fees

Contact Bethanne Guidarelli, (630) 406-5282 ext 2066 to schedule a tour.

Kids’ Club

Before & After School Care Program

Kids’ Club for Kindergarten – Grade 5

This dynamic and successful program provides before- and after-school activities that are enriching and recreational in a well-supervised setting. Daily activities can include gym activities, science, arts and crafts, and homework time. This program will run in conjunction with the school calendar.

Program Details

• Before school hours are 6:30–8:45 a.m.

• After school hours are 3:30–6:30 p.m.

• After school Kids’ Club does not meet on school half-days

• Kids’ Club is offered at Alice Gustafson, Grace McWayne, H.C. Storm, Hoover-Wood, J.B. Nelson, and Louise White School

For more information, please contact Zach Mueller at 630-406-5282 ext. 2057.

Fast Pass: Kids’ Club Exclusive

Fast Pass offers flexibility for working guardians and supports our mission to provide a safe environment for children, by allowing participants to attend an extra day beyond their normal Kids’ Club commitment.

Fast Passes do not roll over into the next school year. Example: 2023–2024 school year, and August 2024. To keep rates reasonable, we do not honor exchanges or pro-rate the fast pass.

Fast Pass is sold in sets of five visits.

AM Fast Pass: Five visits for $115

PM Fast Pass: Five visits for $150

COMBO Fast Pass: Five visits for $200

Kids’ Club 2024-2025 Payment Schedule

There are 10 monthly installment payments, beginning in August and ending in May.

Registration opened May 28. Check the waitlist for availability..

Registration Fee: $50 per person

Payments will be taken out on the 5th of each month. (There will be 10 monthly installment payments from Aug. 5-May 5.) Changes to attendance need to be in by the first of each month. Your second child will receive a 10% discount.

• Withdrawals and changes in attendance are due by the 1st of the month prior to the change.

Klub Fun

Days off School Program

Klub Fun Ages 5-10

Looking for someplace to go and something to do on school days off? Look no further! Klub Fun is a structured recreational program that includes field trips, indoor special events, special guests, gym time, craft activities and an afternoon snack. All your fun is included in the fee so be ready to have a blast! Transportation is not provided to or from Klub Fun. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes, and bring a sack lunch. Klub Fun withdrawals close seven business days prior to the Klub Fun day or the first Klub Fun day of a break. Refunds are not given after this date. Late registration is subject to a fee and waitlist.

Instructors: Kids Club Staff

Klub Fun 536100-01 5-10 10/11 F 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

Klub Fun 536100-03 5-10 11/27 W 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

Klub Fun 536100-04 5-10 12/23 M 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

5-10

Klub Fun 536100-06 5-10 12/27 F 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

Klub Fun 536100-07 5-10 12/30 M 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

Klub Fun 536101-01 5-10 1/2 Th 7:30 A-5:30 P

Klub Fun 536101-02 5-10 1/3 F 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J.

$60 Klub Fun 536101-03 5-10 1/6 M 7:30 A-5:30 P ESCC J. Murphy Gym $60

Field trips depart at 9 a.m. and return at 2 p.m. For early pick-up, call 630-769-3719

Youth Athletics

• Basketball Leagues

• Soccer League

• Tennis

• Lacrosse

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• Karate

Swim Lessons

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Lacrosse

River City Lacrosse Lil Laxers

Ages 5-9

Designed to introduce the game of lacrosse fundamentals to our youngest athletes, this session allows your child to learn with our focus on fun. We will build a solid foundation, increase basic skills and develop a passion for the game through a progressive series of drills and games. No long-term commitments, no equipment needed. Lacrosse sticks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Instructor: River City Lacrosse Staff

Fall River City Lacrosse Camp

Ages 9-15

Never played lacrosse before, but want to learn? Currently play and want an opportunity to work on your own game? Join us this fall for a week-long camp. Our beginner-intermediate clinic series allows boys and girls to learn the fundamentals of lacrosse in a fast-paced, fun, and educational environment. By the end of these sessions, players will love the game of lacrosse.

Instructor: River City Lacrosse Staff

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Swim Lessons

Preschool Swim Lessons

Ages 3-5

Students must be 3 years of age and ready to enter the water without a parent. Participants will learn water adjustment, water entry, front kick, breath control, prone glide, prone float, underwater exploration, back float and recovery and combined stroke.

No class Nov. 23 & 28

Lap Pool Lessons

Ages 6+

This class welcomes all students from beginners to those starting to independently swim the length of the pool freestyle. It is recommended to swimmers 6 years and up or those who are comfortable in the water without a parent.

No class Nov. 23 & 28

Hone your skills before basketball league play begins!

See Basketball Skills on page 28.

Basketball Leagues

Grades K-8

Kindergarten Basketball League

1st & 2nd Grade Basketball League

This developmental league focuses on skill building. All kids will play at least half of each game. Players of all skill levels will benefit. Teams will practice for half an hour and play their game immediately after. This will be a one day per week commitment. Jerseys will be provided for the players. Volunteer coaches are needed.

No class Nov. 30

Girls 3/4 Grade Basketball

Boys 3/4 Gr Basketball

Improve your skills, make new friends and come have a ball! This developmental basketball league focuses on continuing your kids’ skill building, knowledge of rules and love for the game of basketball.

• Registration deadline is Nov. 4.

• After the deadline, you will be waitlisted and placed on a team if numbers allow.

• Practices start the week of Dec. 2.

• Teams will practice once a week for the entire season.

• Practice times, days and locations will depend on gym and coach availability.

• Jerseys will be provided.

• Games will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Civic Center starting Jan. 11.

• Volunteer coaches are needed.

Girls 5/6 Gr Basketball

Boys 5/6 Gr Basketball

Improve your skills and make new friends in this developmental league, focused on skills building and improving your game! These leagues are played with surrounding park districts – Geneva, Warrenville and Sugar Grove – and travel to these towns will be required for games.

• Registration deadline is Nov. 4.

• After the deadline, you will be waitlisted and placed on a team if numbers allow.

• Practices start the week of Dec. 2.

• Teams will practice once a week for the entire season.

• Practice times, days and locations will depend on gym and coach availability.

• Jerseys will be provided.

• Games will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Civic Center starting Jan. 11.

• Volunteer coaches are needed.

No class Nov. 30

Looking for basketball for your 3-year-old?

Check out Jr Basketball on page 28.

Girls 7/8 Grade Basketball League

Event

Middle School Open Gym

Friday Nov. 15, 6-8 p.m.

ESCC J. Murphy Gym

Play sports, enjoy snacks and music, make new friends and hang out with old friends. It’s a night created just for middle-schoolers. Registration is required. See page 46 for details

Boys 7/8 Grade Basketball League

Join our recreational Girls 7th/8th Grade Basketball League and continue to improve your basketball skills and stay active this season! The season will begin with weekly practices in October. Games will begin in November and conclude the first weekend in January 2025. This league will be played with some surrounding park districts including Geneva and will require some light travel to those districts for some games throughout the season. Each player will receive a uniform jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed.

No class Nov. 30, Dec. 21 & Dec. 28

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Join our recreational Boys 7th/8th Grade Basketball League and continue to improve your basketball skills and stay active this season! The season will begin with weekly practices in December and games beginning in January 2025. This league will be played with some surrounding park districts including Geneva and will require some light travel to those districts for some games throughout the season. Each player will receive a uniform jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed.

Girls

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Tennis

Red Ball

Ages 4-7

Players will develop agility, balance and coordination, movement patterns, forehand, backhand groundstrokes, serves, return, volleys, court positioning and scoring.

Instructor: MTL Tennis Management

Orange Ball Ages 8-10

Players will develop agility, coordination, dynamic balance, movement patterns, court positioning, scoring and reliable technique on forehand, backhand, serves and volleys.

Instructor: MTL Tennis Management

Jr Development Tennis

Ages 11-14

This program is designed to introduce the game to junior high and high school players based on age and ability. Players will develop agility, coordination, dynamic balance, movement patterns, court positioning, scoring and reliable technique on forehand and backhand, serve, return and volleys.

Instructor: MTL Tennis Management

TENNIS

Energy City Soccer League

Ages 3–4 and 5–6

This developmental league introduces young players to the game of soccer, including soccer skills, fundamentals and playing on a team. This is a one-day-per-week commitment as teams will practice for half an hour and then play their games immediately after they practice. There will not be goal keepers, and all players will play at least half the game. Players will receive a jersey for the season. Shin guards are required. Volunteer coaches are needed.

Please email nathanielj@bataviaparks.org for more information or to volunteer to coach.

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Shotokan Karate

Pre-Karate

Ages 4-6

In our Pre-Karate safety classes, young children develop flexibility, strength, and coordination in fun, yet disciplined, activities. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies.

Youth/Adult Karate

Ages 7+

Karate classes offer a good mix of strength training with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises. Students increase coordination, agility, and poise while learning lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. Uniforms and belt testing are options available through the ISKC instructor. Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current session after the second class has met. Registration for continuers through advanced students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required.

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Shotokan Pre-Karate

What to Wear to Karate Class

Students should wear loose-fitting clothing and a white T-shirt to the first class. The instructor will hand out forms for purchasing a uniform (Gi). Cost is $59, which includes the white pants, top, belt and patch. The uniform is not mandatory, but most students will want to train in it.

Pre-Karate Beginner/Continuing 463001-1A 4-6 9/9-12/16 M 4-4:45 P PCC, STC $229

Pre-Karate Beginner/Continuing 463001-1B 4-6 9/4-12/11 W 4:15-5 P SCC, GEN $229

Pre-Karate Beginner (0-1 Sessions)

463001-1C 4-6 9/6-12/13 F 4:15-5 P CC Gym $214

Pre-Karate Continuer (2 or more sessions) 463001-2A 4-6 9/6-12/13 F 5-5:45 P

Pre-Karate Novice (3 or more prior sessions) 463001-2B 4-6 9/9-12/16 M 4:50-5:35 P PCC, STC $229

Pre-Karate Novice (3 or more prior sessions) 463001-2C 4-6 9/4-12/11 W 5:05-5:50 P SCC, GEN $229

Shotokan Karate

Karate White-Yellow Belt

Karate White-Orange Belt

Karate Blue-Black Belt

Karate Yellow-Purple Belts

Karate Yellow-Blue Belt

Karate Green and Up Belt

Karate Advanced Brown-Black Belt

463002-1A 7+ 9/6-12/13 F 6-6:55 P CC Gym $214

463002-1B 7+ 9/4-12/11 W 6-6:55 P SCC, GEN $229

463002-1C 7+ 9/9-12/16 M 5:40-6:35 P PCC, STC $229

463002-1D 7+ 9/6-12/13 F 7-7:55 P CC Gym $214

463002-1E 7+ 9/4-12/11 W 7-7:55 P SCC, GEN $229

463002-1F 7+ 9/9-12/16 M 6:40-7:35 P PCC, STC $229

463002-1I 7+ 9/9-12/16 M 7:40-8:35 P PCC, STC $229

463002-1K

No class on Nov. 29 for classes held at the Civic Center Gym: Pre-Karate Beginner, Pre-Karate Continuer, Karate White-Yellow Belt and Karate Blue-Black Belt

All Star Sports

All Star Sports Instruction Philosophy

Our instructors believe in passing on the knowledge and skills they have learned from playing and coaching by providing a fun, safe and structured learning environment. All of our coaches are trained professionals and are dedicated to passing on our philosophy of having fun while helping children develop a love for athletics. Call 630-937-2309 to check for schedule changes.

Sportsmanship

Please remember that the players are just kids, officials are human, and coaches are volunteers. We like to cheer for everyone and have fun!

YOUTH ATHLETICS

All Star Sports

Jr Basketball

Ages 3-4

This instructional program teaches the basic skills of basketball while making sure all players stay active and engaged! We will work on dribbling with both hands, passing and shooting techniques and understanding basic offense and defense techniques. All players learn the basic mechanics and build confidence and we’ll add larger challenges as we progress.

Equipment: water bottle

No class Aug. 31, Nov. 5, Nov. 25-27 & Nov. 29

Basketball Skills

Ages 7-9

Each session will begin with speed and agility drills that will enhance each player’s ability to get up and down the court quickly, generate rapid change of direction and creates explosion to the basket. Sessions will cover ball handling, proper shooting technique, footwork and defensive/offensive strategies. Small sided competitions and game play will enable each player to focus and work on learned skills.

Equipment: water bottle

No class Nov. 25

Jr Soccer

Ages 3-4

Learn soccer the All Star way with drills hidden in fun games and association techniques that get down to the players’ levels. We will cover simple foot skills, dribbling, passing, shooting, basic rules and work on spreading the field.

Equipment: water bottle, shin guards and size 4 soccer ball.

No class Aug. 31, Nov. 5, Nov. 26, Nov. 27 & Nov. 29

Soccer Skills

Ages 7-9

Improve your soccer game with speed and agility drills, allowing for more powerful shots, increased range on the field and efficient change of direction. All basic skills of dribbling, shooting, passing and spacing will be covered.

Equipment: shin guards, a size 4 soccer ball and a water bottle.

Jr T-Ball

Ages 3-4

Mechanics and hand-eye coordination are the keys to early success in T-ball! Players in this program will be more confident in this active class. We’ll work on the proper mechanics of catching, throwing, fielding, base running and batting. Players will be moving and learning even when in the dugout!

Equipment: water bottle and glove

No class Nov. 26, Nov. 27 & Nov. 29-30

T-Ball League

Ages 3-4

Throwing, fielding, base-running and batting will be the focus of this introductory league. Every player will have the opportunity to play each position as teams are kept small. Each player will receive a team hat and jersey.

Equipment: water bottle and glove

No class: Aug. 31 & Nov. 5

Flag Football League

Ages 6-7

Players will learn the main positions both offensive and defensively by having the opportunity to play them all. Contact is minimal; there will be no tackling. We will focus on the proper mechanics of running pass routes, receiving, line play, taking hands off and throwing.

Equipment: water bottle League schedule: Team practices on Thursdays from 5:15-6:30 p.m. Games are on Saturdays anytime between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Players will receive a game schedule at league orientation. No class Aug. 31

Jr Floor Hockey

Ages 4-6

Floor

Hockey Skills

Ages 7-9

Players will learn the proper mechanics of stick handling, puck control, passing and shooting while they get a great workout from the speed and agility drills designed to help their game. Instructors will focus on balance and stamina while working on in game knowledge and mechanics. Offensive and defensive strategies will be covered as the players work on positioning. Instructors will also focus on safety and understanding of the rules.

Equipment: water bottle, shin guards and caged helmet

No class Nov. 5 & Nov. 26

Floor Hockey League

Ages 4-6

This action-packed league will emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship while teaching the basic skills of passing, shooting and stick handling. Teams will be formed and students will have a one-hour game within the time slot. Each child will receive an award.

Equipment: bike helmet and gloves

No class Nov. 30

YOUTH ATHLETICS

Jr Golf

Ages 5-7

Children will be introduced to the proper basic mechanics, know-how and course etiquette at an early age. This class includes basic swing practice, understanding the clubs, safety rules and playing a small-sided course.

Equipment: water bottle. If you have your own clubs, please bring them.

Jr All Star All Sports

Ages 3-4

This class is for the all-around athlete who wants to take a shot at different sports. We will focus on a new sport each class, including baseball, football, floor hockey, soccer and basketball. Learn the basic rules and mechanics all while we play games that keeps everyone moving. There’s no reason to pick a sport when you can play them all!

No class Nov. 27 & Nov. 29

Jr. Parent Tot Sports

Ages 2-3

This program is a great opportunity for a parent and child to bond while learning a variety of sports. Participants will improve simple motor skills such as catching, throwing, batting, shooting, passing, running and hand-eye coordination. Sports played may include soccer, basketball, hockey, T-ball and football.

No class Aug. 31, Nov. 5, Nov. 25-27 & Nov. 29

Jr. Track Stars

Ages 6-8

Increase speed and endurance while also bettering your running form! Participants will learn the basics of track and field such as springing, distance running, high and long jump and more. Games will be used to learn form and train.

Equipment: water bottle

No class Oct 31, Nov 28

Track Stars Skills

Ages 9-12

Our track and field program helps to increase your child’s speed and endurance while also bettering their running form. This program includes the basics of track and field, such as sprinting, distance running and high and long jump. During class they will learn form, train and have fun while playing games to increase their speed and endurance.

No class Oct. 31 & Nov. 28

Speed & Agility Skills

Ages 8-12

Perform at the top of your game! In this course we will cover acceleration, deceleration, core training and endurance training.

No class Oct. 31 & Nov. 28

YOUTH

Cheer, Tumbling & Dance

What to Wear to Class

Cheer Lessons: Wear athletic attire and lace-up tennis shoes (required). Hair should be tied back and out of the face.

Tumbling: Wear a leotard or fitted athletic attire. No jeans or baggy clothing. Hair should be tied back and out the face.

Dance: Please wear clothing that allows for a full range of motion. No denim is allowed. Most dancers are comfortable in leotards/tights or leggings.

CHEER & TUMBLING

Cheer

Cheer Lessons

Ages 5-8

CHEER & TUMBLING

Athletes will learn facials, arm motions, vocals, jumps, flexibility, strength, tumbling, stunting and poms in this noncompetitive class. A pep assembly will be held during the last day of class.

Instructors: Jen Scribano & Amanda Fladung

Spirit Cheer Pre-Team

Ages

This camp builds new skills and talent. Join us for a cheertastic time learning cheer motions, jumps, stunts and cheers. A demo will be performed on the last day of camp. Fee includes a camp T-shirt.

Instructors: Jen Scribano & Amanda Fladung

No class Nov. 27

Tumbling

Tumbling Level 1

Ages 5-8

Level 1 is for a new tumbler to learn forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, backbends, roundoffs and more. Tumblers should wear a leotard or fitted athletic attire.

Instructors: Jen Scribano & Amanda Fladung

Tumbling Level 2

Ages 7-12

Level 2 is for a tumbler who has completed Level 1 or has a tumbling background. Tumblers will learn back walkovers, front walkovers and the beginning stages of front and back handsprings. Tumblers should wear leotards or fitted athletic attire.

Instructors: Jen Scribano & Amanda Fladung

DANCE

Dance Class Helpful Tips

Tutu Tote: Dance shoes can be expensive, especially with growing feet! Please consider donating your “Tutu Tight” dance shoes to the “Tutu Tight Tote.” This container will remain in the dance room. When your dance shoes become “Tutu” tight, place them in the tote and hopefully a pair inside will fit your dancer. There is no exchange of money. Simply donate “tight” and hopefully find “just right.”

Dance Attire: Please wear clothing that allows for a full range of motion. No denim is allowed. Most dancers are comfortable in leotards/tights or leggings.

Dance Shoes: Dance shoe requirements are noted for each class. You may wait until the week after class begins (Week No. 2) to purchase shoes in the event that a class is canceled. Although we never want to cancel a class, low enrollment may cause class cancellations.

Visitors: Thank you for respecting our NO VISITORS policy. We love our fan club, but visitors pull a dancer’s focus from the instructor. In addition, students feel uncomfortable to learn with other parents (strangers) in the room. Thank you for your cooperation!

DANCE

Ballet

Beginner Ballet

Ages 5-8

Beginner ballet will give your dancer the foundation of ballet. This class will include basic foot/arm positions, barre and floor work and beginning combinations. Ballet shoes required.

No class the week of Nov. 25

Multiple Combo Productions

Combo Production

Ages 6-9

Tap, ballet and jazz/hip-hop all covered in this class. Two styles will be performed at the spring recital along with a finale routine. Learn technique along with teamwork and confidence.

No class Nov. 5 & the week of Nov. 25

Beginner Ballet 425040-1A 5-8 9/19-12/5 Th 6-6:45 P

Production 425754-1A 6-9 9/17-12/3 Tu 3:45-4:30 P

Jazz & Hip Hop

Jazz/Hip Hop Combo

Ages 5-6

This exciting class explores Jazz and Hip Hop styles of dance. Dancers will learn technique and terminology on a beginning-to-intermediate level. Dance attire, hair in ponytail or bun and jazz shoes required. No street clothes.

Instructor: Addison W.

No class the week of Nov. 25

Jazz

Acro Jazz

Ages 5-6

Learn the fundamentals of acrobatics paired with the upbeat fun of jazz.

Instructor: Addison W.

No class Nov. 5 & the week of Nov. 25

Lyrical Jazz

Ages 7-9

Learn the fundamentals of jazz and lyrical. It’s the best of both worlds!

Instructor: Addison W.

No class the week of Nov. 25

Advanced Jazz

Ages 10-12

Bring your jazz technique to a new level in this advanced class. Learn new turns, jumps and combinations in this exciting class.

Instructor: Addison W.

No class the week of Nov. 25

Poms

Pom/Jazz

Ages 10-13

This class will focus on sharp arm movements, fundamentals of pom positions and performance skills as well as jazz. Please wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes.

Instructor: Deena Ghandour

No class the week of Nov. 25

Youth Variety

• Chess

• Cooking

• Fun Workshops

• Games

• Holiday Activities

• Magic

• Music

• Robotics

• Open Gym

Art

Smart Start Art

Ages 5-8

Discover your creativity and imagination as an artist, developing fine motor skills, style, and vision as we explore artistic techniques through a variety of projects. Sketch and draw, shade and color, cut, glue, fold...create! Learn about great artists throughout history and in the present day through a weekly featured artist and fun, exciting games. No experience is necessary.

Young Rembrandts – Double the Fun Drawing

Ages 5-10

We explore all the basics of visual arts in a fun and confident setting through basic drawing, portraits, action and cartooning. Students complete several projects and learn to draw whimsical characters, animals, everyday objects and action scenes.

Abrakadoodle Classes

Abrakadoodle will engage child in age-appropriate creative art lessons that are accompanies by games, songs, and music. There is a $15 supply fee payable the first day to the instructor.

Instructor: Abrakadoodle Staff

Twoosy Doodlers w/ Parent:

Story Creations

Ages 2

Different themes each session.

Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers

Ages 3-5

This program is focused on the elements of art, artist techniques, art history, artist styles and a sequential development of skills.

Abrakadoodle Doodlers

Ages 6-11

This program is focused on the elements of art, artist techniques, art history, artist styles and a sequential development of skills.

YOUTH VARIETY

Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers w/ Parent: Story Creations

Doodlers

Young Rembrandts - Double the Fun Drawing

Rembrandts - Double the Fun Drawing

YOUTH VARIETY

Chilled Palette – Kids “Fireflies”

Chilled Palette – Kids “Bee Happy”

Ages 7-14

Kids will get to create as we guide them through the steps to completing their own canvas work of art. Sign up for one or more! All materials included, snacks and instruction.

Instructor: Chilled Palette Staff

Chilled Palette: Parent and Child

Ages 7-14

Parent and child will have a blast working together on one canvas as we guide them through steps of completing a work of art. Price is for one adult and one child. All materials and snacks included.

Instructor: Chilled Palette Staff

Kids

Winter Break Painting Workshop

Ages 5-13

Sign up for Thursday or Friday. We will use acrylic paints on a canvas board. The same project will be done on both days. You will complete a very nice painting in just one day! Bring a roll of paper towels, water bottle and a peanut-free sack lunch.

Instructor: Tony & Friends Staff

YOUTH VARIETY

Palette- Kid’s “Fireflies”

Palette- Kid's "Bee Happy"

and Me “Holiday Reindeer”

Parent and Me “Holiday Reindeer”

Ages 3-12

Create an adorable holiday reindeer. Children will stuff their own reindeer, add a star to make a wish, decorate a holiday T-shirt and create a rhinestone collar. Birth certificates are also provided. Ages 3-5 must be accompanied by a parent.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Staff

Chess

Chess Scholars

Ages 5-13

Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of Chess! Chess has been prove to enhance children’s motivation, concentration, focus, social skills and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experiences players are welcome.

Instructor: Chess Scholars Coaches

Coding

Learn To Code

Ages 8-14

Students program interactive media projects, such as stories, games and animations using learning platforms MIT Scratch and App Inventor and Construct depending on skill level. Activities encourage exploration of key computational thinking concepts and practices. Students are placed based on skill and experience and may repeat this class as they start where they left off from the last class. Students should be familiar with using a computer.

Instructor: Chasewood Learning Staff

No class Oct. 31

Minecraft Engineering

Ages 7-14

Students work as civil engineers and city planners to design and create a structured city that includes roads, bridges and city zones containing housing, stores, libraries and schools. Minecraft Java Edition is used in the classroom as the tool for hands-on learning. Students should be familiar with using a computer, mouse and Minecraft.

Instructor: Chasewood Learning Staff

No class Nov. 28

YOUTH VARIETY

Cooking

Kids Cooking Class

Ages 6-12

Join a registered dietitian and her Garden Plate Team for a garden-to plate-cooking experience. Young chefs will whip up tasty farm-to-table snacks, entrees and desserts using -local ingredients. Come to cook and share in tasting the delicious treats cooked up during class. Use of aprons, kids’ knives, cutting boards and food for two recipes per class included. Special need students are welcome.

Instructor: Mary Zupke, Registered Dietitian

Teen Cooking Class

• Mini Sliders With Homemade Ice Cream

• Halloween Quesadillas and Pumpkin Parfaits

• Sticky Asian Lettuce Wraps and Baked Pineapple

• Buffalo Chicken Wontons and Holiday Treats

Ages 13-17

Join a registered dietitian and her team for a garden-to-plate cooking experience. Teen chefs will whip up tasty farm to table snacks, entrees and desserts using local ingredients while learning more intricate knife skills and cooking techniques. Use of aprons, kids’ knives, cutting boards and food for two recipes per class included. See you there!

Instructor: Mary Zupke, Registered Dietitian

Monster Cupcakes

Ages 7-10

Express your creativity and your inner monster with this class. Each student will have the opportunity to decorate three cupcakes with frosting, filling and sprinkles. Hopefully, they will not be too scary to eat!

Instructor: Lori Smerz

Apple Pie Cupcakes

Ages 8-12

Are they cupcakes or mini apple pies? They are a combination of pie and cake with the flavors of apples and cinnamon. Students will learn how to make apple cupcakes from scratch and learn how to make the lattice pattern with pie crust. Each child will bring home at least 2-3 cupcakes and a copy of the recipe.

Instructor: Lori Smerz

YOUTH

Parent/Child Amazing Gingerbread House

Ages 3-12

This class is meant to be a special family night to celebrate the holiday. Take the time out of your busy schedule to enjoy designing and decorating a special gingerbread house together. We will provide everything you need along with a special holiday snack and beverage. Family time is much needed.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Staff

YOUTH VARIETY

Quesadillas and Pumpkin Parfaits

Sticky Asian Lettuce Wraps and Baked Pineapple

Amazing Gingerbread House

Teen Cooking Class: Buffalo Chicken Wontons and Holiday Treats

Mini Gingerbread Houses

Ages 7-12

Kids will use their creativity and imagination to construct a winter wonderland mini gingerbread house. They will build a 3-D house from pre-baked parts, assembling and decorating it with royal icing and add gingerbread people to their creation. All items will be edible.

Instructor: Lori Smerz

YOUTH VARIETY

Equestrian

Horsemanship for Kids

Ages 9-15

Participants will explore the proper ways to groom, tack and handle horses. In the saddle, they will learn the basics of riding at the walk and trot. Lessons will be held in an indoor arena during inclement weather. Riders should wear jeans or Jodhpur pants and hard-soled riding or hiking boots with a small, low heel. Must have an approved riding helmet or bicycle helmet to ride. Make-up class held at the end of the 6 weeks.

Instructor: Dunham Woods Staff

No class Nov. 2 & Nov. 30

Games & Activities

Pokemon the Card Game Club

Ages 6-12

Battle it out with the best Pokémon trainers Geneva has to offer and truly become the best Pokémon trainer there ever was! Pokémon The Card Game takes all the fun and fantasy of the classic cartoon and video game universe. It lets you “battle” other collectors in a turn-based game of strategy, skill and just a little bit of luck. No experience necessary. Instructor: Danes Games Staff

YOUTH VARIETY

Holiday Activities

Holiday Glamour Hair with Mom

Ages 4-12

Learn to create a variety of simple up dos and braids for the holidays as well as dance, cheer, gymnastics or a school play. A variety of styles will be taught to accommodate different age groups. Each child will choose from a sparkly collection of clips and glitters to polish off their new glamour look. Goodie bags are included.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Staff

Holiday Time with Your American Girl Doll

Ages 3-12

Dress up your American Girl Standard 16” doll or similarsized doll for the holidays by designing an adorable outfit and holiday-themed jewelry. Top off the look with a festive hairstyle adorned with clips and ribbons. Ages 3-5 must be accompanied by parent.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Staff

Christmas Tree with Barbie or Ken

Ages 5-12

Get Barbie or Ken ready for the holidays by decorating a tree just for them! Bring your favorite Barbie or Ken and decorate a 12-14-inch tree with lights, garland, ornaments, bows and ribbons. This class is sure to be a hit with your little ones and great for girls and boys.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Staff

Magic Magic Class

Ages 5-12

Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, kids will discover they are quick to learn and easy to perform. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age appropriate. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit to take home. New tricks are taught each session, so you can sign up again.

Instructor: Gary Kantor’s Magic Team

Music

Piano “Tickle the Ivories”

Ages 5-15

Perform like a mini-Mozart with this rewarding class. Students will learn basic piano or keyboard skills, techniques, music theory, note reading and fun popular songs.

Instructor: Sounds Like Music Staff

Violin “Fun on Four Strings”

Ages 10-16

Your child discovers the “Sounds of Symphony.” Students will learn basic strumming techniques, string plucking, music theory, note reading and intro to bowing. Note: Students must supply Violin, available for rent on-site.

Instructor: Sounds Like Music Staff

Guitar “Future Rockers”

Ages 10-16

Play loud! Play proud! Your rock dreams await you! Students learn basic strumming techniques, music theory, note reading and chords while playing fun popular songs.

Instructor: Sounds Like Music Staff

Voice “Sing! Sing! Sing!”

Ages 5-16

Does your child enjoy singing? Then this fun class is for them. Students will learn basic technique, music theory, voice warmup exercises and fun popular songs to sing.

Instructor: Sounds Like Music Staff

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Open Gym

Middle School Open Gym

Ages 10-13

Enjoy sports, music, and snacks while reconnecting with old friends and making new ones in a fun and safe environment. Don’t forget money for concessions as we gather for a memorable evening of friendship and fun! We encourage pre-registration, but walk-up registrations on the day of the event will also be accepted.

Robotics

LEGO Robotics Academy Ages 6-14

Children learn to design, build and program projects based on LEGO Education robotics. Using a creative educational approach that supports science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), this teacher-led instruction is followed by fun, engaging, and dynamic activities. Students learn basic robotics and mechanical engineering concepts by building and coding a different project each week. Creative challenges are given to students as they progress through levels.

No class Oct. 31 & Nov. 28

Instructor: Chasewood Learning Staff

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Spanish Club

Vamonos Spanish Kids Club

Ages 6-10

Learning a second language can open a world of possibilities for your child. In this class, students will embark on their Spanish language journey, learning Spanish conversation and some Spanish grammar, reading and writing skills through interactive, engaging and fun activities.

Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.

No class Oct. 14 & Nov 25

STEAM

Ages 5-10

This exciting new program brings together elements of science, art and math in a hands-on, action-packed environment! Students will conduct experiments, play educational games, and unlock their creativity through building challenges and projects. No experience is necessary.

Instructor: Afterschool Enrichment

Solutions Staff

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Social Emotional Workshops

Manners Matter

Ages 7-12

In this class you will learn proper classroom, table and public manners. We will address proper ways to speak to our parents and teachers. As we will work on table etiquette, you will receive your very own place setting to take home to practice.

Instructor: Ultimate Classes and Parties Staff

Candy S.T.E.M. Detectives

Ages 5-13

Kids will discover the secrets behind their favorite seasonal confections such as Marshmallow Peeps, Pop Rocks, M&Ms, Candy Corn and Laffy Taffy while using critical thinking skills. Did you know that Tootsie Rolls were the first individually wrapped penny candy? There will be no candy conversation your kids can’t conquer after this class! Bonus Lesson: 20 ideas for what you can do with your leftover Halloween candy.