I t a s c a S w i m Te a m i s C e l e b r a t i n g i t s 5 0 t h A n n i v e r s a r y t h i s S u m m e r !
Weekends: May 27-September 4
Sat & Sun . . . .11:30am–6pm
Holidays have weekend hours
Weekdays: June 5-August 11*
M-F . . . . .10am–12pm (Family Interactive Pool Opens June 12-August 11 )
M/W/F 10am–12pm (Adult Lap Swim)
M-TH . . . .12:30–5pm, 6:30–8pm-Limited Amenities F 12:30–5pm
* Closed evenings on June 7and June 14, and closed Sat, July 8. Opening late on Saturday, June 24. Pool will open at 3 pm on Saturday, July 22.
Back to School Hours Weekdays: August 16-September 1, weather permitting
Season Ends: Monday, September 4
Complex
$600K OSLAD Grant Projec – Phase 2 –Summer2024(ProjectBudget$12M)
Staf f
Mar yfran H. Leno ExecutiveDirectorofParksandRecreation
Nathan Kinsinger ...............SuperintendentofFinance,HR&IT
Lily Medina SuperintendentofMarketing&Communications
issioner
Dan Kompanowski (1995-2027)........................Secretar y
Dave Hansen (2001-2029)Commissioner
TheParkBoardtypicallymeetsthethirdMonday ofeachmonthat6:15pmPleasecallto confirmdatesandtimesMeetingstakeplace attheRecCenter,350EIr vingParkRoad, weencourageyourattendance.
Jennifer Benitez ..................................Registrar
Anita Depa Accounting&HumanResourceSuper visor
Pete Stankiewicz ..............................RiskManager
Recreation
Sandy Harris SuperintendentofRecreation&Facilities
Chris Carling Nature&RecreationSuper visor
Kevin Myers ..............................AthleticSuper visor
Erika Rubo RecreationSuper visor
Griffin Stankiewicz .............Aquatic&FitnessFacilitySuper visor
Parks
Matt Alexander
SuperintendentofBuildings&Parks
Cody Johnson .........................Parks&BuildingLaborer
Alec Logan Parks&BuildingLaborer
ArborDayCelebration...............7
ConcertSeries...................6
DuPageRiverSweep................7
IceCreamwiththeCops&Firefighters.......8
MemorialDayParade...............7
Mom&MeTeaParty...............8
NationalNightOut.................9
PartyintheParkMovie..............6
PhotoScavengerHunt...............9
PupCup......................9
SummerParkParties................8
Waterpark
DolphinsSwimTeam14-15
HoursofOperation&DailyFees10
PoolPasses10
SwimLessons12-13
WaterparkRentals11
WaterparkSpecialEvents.............16
Day Camps
SummerDayCamps18-20
NatureCenterD
ArborDayCelebration28
BirthdayParties40 ColoranOwl...................2
reekWalk2
DissectingOwlPellets..............3
DuPageRiverSweep2
nPleinAir....................2
ooGoesThere?2
ItascaStor ywalk.................2
uniorNatur
For more information about. . . our recreational programs and facilities
Please contact : Maryfran Leno, CPRP
Executive Director of Parks and Recreation
E-mail: maryfran@itascaparkdistrict com Phone: 630.773.2257, ext. 111
epbyStepDrawing4
AdultPickleball..................4
eekeepingObser vationProgram.........4
BurpeeMuseumy/AndersonJapaneseGarden45
CupinHandKickball4
IceCreamSocial4
ItascaSeniorCitizensClub4
MiddayMovies..................4
OpenGym....................4
OakPark/RiverForestWright&WrongTrip...4
ickleballOpenGym4
ixCountySeniorGamesl4
ummerSoftballLeagues4
TheFirear msConcealedCar r yAct,whichbecamestatelawin
July2013requiresanIllinoisConcealedCarr yLicenseinorder
tocarr yaconcealedfirearminIllinoisThelawforbidscarr ying
aconcealedweaponintogover nmentbuildings,schoolsand
parksAsarequirementofthelaw,IllinoisStatePoliceapproved
signsindicatingthebanarenowpostedattheItascaRecreation&
FitnessCenterandSpringbrookNatureCenter.
UsuallybytheendofFebruar ywearesotiredofthecoldandsnow,butthisyearwe cannotcomplainasthishasbeenthemildestwinterIcanremember.Incooperationwith theVillageofItasca,ourWinterWonderlanddisplaywasanenormoussuccessWhata delighttodriveandwalkthruUsherParkthispastholidayseason.Iwanttothankallof youwhoattendedthekick-offevent,visitswithSantaandthosewhostrolledalongthe beautifuldisplays.Wearehopingtoaddafewnewfeaturesthisyear. WinterfestwasbroughtbackthisJanuar yattheSpringbrookNatureCenterand wasaHUGESUCCESS!Evenwithoutsnow,itwasgreattoseesomanypeople headoutdoorsandenjoythescenicnaturecenterandhelpsupporttheFriendsof Springbrook501(c)3Foundation Thankstothemildwinter,ourParkandMaintenancestaffwereabletospendtheir timeindoorsattheRecCenterremodelingandupgradingroomsOurtalentedteam remodeledthedancestudio,thelounge,kidsklub,hallwaysandwalls.FredAstaire andGingerRogerswouldbeproudmembersofourdanceprogramKudostoour SuperintendentofParks,MattAlexanderandhisteamAlecLoganandCodyJohnson foralltheirhardwork Asthesunssetslaterandtheweatherbecomespleasant,westartgearingupforafun filledsummerwithevents,programs,campsandpoolseason!Westartoffsummerwith thetraditionalItascaMemorialDayParadeTheItascaDolphinsSwimTeamarethis
ThemissionoftheItascaParkDistrictistoefficientlyandeconomicallyprovideeducation, recreation,facilitiesandopenspacethataredesignedtoprovidehealthandwellness, socialequityandconservationexperiencesthatbenefitthecommunity.
Behavior: Participantsareexpectedtoexhibitappropriatebehavioratalltimes. ThefollowingguidelineshavebeendevelopedtohelpmakeItascaParkDistrict programssafeandenjoyableforallparticipants.TheParkDistrictreser vestheright todevelopadditionalrulesforparticularprogramsandathleticleaguesasdeemed necessar ybystaffandtheparkboard.Participantsshall:
■ Showrespecttoallparticipantsandstaff
■ Refrainfromusingfoullanguage
■ Refrainfromcausingbodilyharmtootherparticipantsorstaff
■ Refrainfromdamagingequipment,supplies,andfacilities
Discipline: ItascaParkDistrictreservestherighttodismissaparticipantforinfractionof thecodeofconductEachsituationwillbeevaluatedonitsownmerit
year ’ sgrandmarshal,ledbyDanWitteveen-HeadCoachTheDolphinsare celebratingtheir50thAnniversar yin2023withaconferencechampionship recordof23consecutiveyearwinsGODOLPHINS!
Asweventureoutdoorsthissummer,wewillhaveourConcertsintheParkSeries,Itasca Fest,IceCreamwiththeCopsandFirefighters,PupCupDogEvent,H2ONightsand manymoreopportunitiestovisitwithneighborsandfriendsLastyearweintroduced SummerParkPartiesAstheyweresowellattended,wearebringingthefunand gamesbacktoPeacockandWashingtonParks OurpoolseasonstartsMemorialDayweekend,savebypurchasing yourpoolpassinApril&MaySummerCampsbeginJune5th!
Makesuretoregisterforcampasthesepopularprogramsfillup
fastTakeadvantageofallthatthereisatyourItascaPark Districtthissummerseason!
Hope to see you there!
TheItascaParkDistrictwelcomestheopportunitytoassistguestswithdisabilitiesto enjoyALLofourfacilities,programs,andser vicesAnyindividualwithaspecialneed shouldcontactourstaffuponregistrationsothatwecanmakethenecessar y accommodationsInaddition,theParkDistrictprovidesotherspecializedser vices throughNEDSRACall630-620-4500forfurtherinformation
ADA Statement
TheItascaParkDistrictwillnotdiscriminateagainstanyeligibleparticipantonthebasis ofadisablingconditionWeinviteanyparticipantwithaspecialneedtocontactour staffuponregistrationsothatasmoothinclusionmayoccurInadditiontothe programslistedonthispage,ourdistrictprovidesadditionalser vicesforpeoplewith disabilitiesthroughNortheastDuPageSpecialRecreationAssociation
Nothing ruins a good program quicker... thanever yonewaitinguntilthelastminutetoregisterPleaseregisteroneweekprior tothefirstclasstoavoiddisappointment
SPONSORED BY:
Youwillnotwanttomissoutasstarsreturntothe skiesthissummer,asItascaParkDistrictbringsbigscreenentertainmenttoWashingtonParkTakethe wholefamilyouttothemovie,putthekidsintheirpajamas,brink blanketsanddon ’tforgetthesnacksorvisittheFoodTruckonsite
VillageofItasca and ItascaParkDistrict
DAY DATE TIME MOVIE
WedJuly127-8:30pm(PartyinthePark)TBD 8:30pm(Movie)
LOCATION: WashingtonPark Inclementweather,moviewilltakeplaceinsidetheRecCenter
Save the Dates: June 7 & 21
July 5 & 19
August 9 & 16 door family concer otMuseum(Aug16)everyother Yourfamilyandfriendswill ndsfromtheChicagolandarea dapicnicbasketGetreadyto formancewillbecancelledif kourwebsiteorFacebookpage sis a(CC)
LOCATION: UsherPark&DepotMuseum
Rosie & The Rivets June7(Usher)50s,60s,Rockabilly
Gen Fuze June21(Usher)CoverBand
Flat Cats July5(Usher)Swing/Jazz
Mackenzie O'Brien Band July19(Usher)Country
Valius Aug9(Usher)VarietyCoverBand
Whiskey Kitten Band Aug16(Depot)R&B,Disco,Dancehits
SPONSORED BY:
VillageofItasca and ItascaParkDistrict
from 10am-12pm Springbrook Nature Center
Monday, May 29th | 9:30am
JoinusfortheannualMemorialDayParadeonMonday,May29thbeginningat
9:30amAnygroupwishingtoparticipate,pleasecontactthe
ItascaParkDistrictbyMay4that630-773-2257or
registrar@itascaparkdistrictcomandfillouttheEntryForm
The2023ItascaMemorialDayParadewillstep-offat9:30am
onthecornerofWashingtonSt.andPrincetonAve.heading
southItwillcontinuewestonGeorgeSt,northonOakSt,east
onWashingtonSt,northonWalnutSt,endingonthecornerof
SPONSORED BY:
WalnutStandBloomingdaleRdJoinusatUsherParkafterthe paradefortheMemorialDayCeremony.
VillageofItasca ItascaParkDistrict
SPONSORED BY:
VillageofItasca ItascaParkDistrict
Joinusfrom10-noononSaturday,April29,2023tohelpcelebrateArborDay,a daycreatedtorecognizetheimportanceoftreesMayorPruynwillkickoff theeventwiththeannualArborDayProclamation, followedbyanytreededicationsMakeacraftand helpbeautifyourforestbyplantingsomenative wildflowers.TheDaveyTree ExpertCompanywillprovideatree climbingdemonstrationandsome seedlingsWings&Talonswillbe displayingtheirBirdsofPrey.(CC)
Saturday, May 20 • 9am-12pm
MarkyourcalendarforSaturday,May20,2023andjoinawonderfultradition.The DuPageCountyRiverSweepisanannualcleanupeventthatencouragescitizensto improvelocalwater waysbyremovingdebrisandlitterfromasectionofstreamorpond. Restorationprojectswillalsobeofferedatseveralsitesasanalternativeoption Supplies,technicalsupport,snacks,waterandtrashpokerswillbeprovided.Come supportSpringbrookNatureCenterbyhelpingcleanupourcreek!
Registration is now open! Register at: https://www.theconser vationfoundation.org/sweep.
For further information contact Amy Phillips at aphillips@theconser vationfoundation.org or (630) 428-4500 x113.
ComeenjoyanafternoongardenteapartyattheNatureCenter
Wewillbepaintingourownteacup,makingpressedflowerart, learninghowtomakelooseleaficedteaandfingersandwiches
AGE: 5andup
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Jess
Enjoyfreeicecream,funandgames withItascaPoliceOfficersandFirefighters!
Don ’tmissoutonthisgreatfreeevent!
DAY DATE TIME
TueJuly1111:30am
6/12
LOCATION: UsherPark
BeatboredomthissummerandpartyintheparkwiththeItascaParkDistrict!
AGE: AllAges
F R E E ! entertainmentandactivitiesateachonePackapicnicorgrabsomegrubfrom
DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
TuesdayJune206-8pmPeacockPark
WednesdayJuly127-8:30pmWashingtonPark:MovieinthePark
TuesdayAugust15pmNationalNightOutItascaWaterpark
FEE: FREE
How well do you know Itasca Park District’s parks and facilities?! Put your knowledge and memory o the test with this exciting new photo scavenger hunt! Registered participants will be emailed a set of pictures taken of items in our parks and outside of our facilities Try to decipher the item in the picture, find where it is, and scan the QR code attached to the item in the picture to check in and laim you have found it. If you scan and check-in all items provided in the picture reference sheet, you will be entered for a prize! This is a great activity for all ages! Hunt and complete all the items provided anytime between July 21st and July 31st. Price per family. (E R)
DATE FE E CODE Jul 21-31 $10 120250-01
DEADLI N E: Fri Jul 28
■ July 6th thru 9th
■ Washington Park
ThisfreeeventwillbeattheItascaBarkingLotDogPark.
Dogswillbegoingforgoldastheyscoregoalsandshow offtheirsoccerskills.Therewillbeapuppuccinobarand opportunitytotakesoccerthemedpictureswithyourdog
DAY DATE TIME
ThursJuly204-6pm
LOCATION: TheBarkingLot–ItascaDogPark
ionEnjoyraffles, entertainment,food,DUIcourse,PoliceDepartmenttours,Touch-a-Truck, facepaintandfreeWaterparkEntr yfrom5-9:30pm!
Waterpark
Hours of Operation & Daily Fees
Opening Day Saturday,May27
Weekends ......................May27-September
Weekdays June5-August11
Weekday Mornings FamilyInteractiveP OpensJune12-Aug
Back to School Hours Weekdays August16-Septemb weatherpermitting
Season Ends .....................Monday,Septembe
-8pm-LimitedAmenities$
Friday 12:30-5pm$
Saturday & Sunday 11:30am-6pm.............$15*
Holidays 11:30am-6pm$15*
NEW! Weekday All Day Pass $15perperson ClosedeveningsonJune7andJune14,andclosedSat,July8.Openinglateon Saturday,June24Poolwillopenat3pmonSaturday,July22
EVERYONEenteringthefrontgateduringregularseasonhoursofoperationmustpay dailyadmissionorpresenttheir2023seasonpoolpassChildrenundertheageof2arefree
*SPLASH ID Cards Required for Daily Resident Rates
ToreceiveItascaParkDistrictResiden
i t a s c a p a r k d i s t r i c t c o m
Thisspring,theItascaParkDistrictissellingseasonpoolpassesatadiscounted rateTheItascaWaterParkfeaturesaninteractiveplaystructure,waterslides, zerodepthentr y,concessionsandbathhousefacility
Seasonpoolpassesmaybepurchasedonlineatwwwitascaparkdistrictcomorat theItascaParkDistrictRecreationCenter,350EIrvingParkRoad,ItascaMedinah residentswillneedtostopinattheRecCentertoreceiveMedinahParkDistrict specialrate.
ItascaRecCenterRegistrationHoursareMonday-Thursdayfrom8am-8pm, Fridayfrom8am-6pm,andSaturday&Sundayfrom9am-1pmAllfamily anindividualphotopass
ctureIDpoolpassbeginningApril1stAllseasonpool ersandtheirdependentsmustprovideproofof y/dependencywithautilitybillanda2021or2022 taxformorbirthcertificatesAfamilypoolpassincludes andtheirdependentswhichresideinthathousehold assesareissuedtomembersoftheimmediatefamily and,wife,dependent,non-marriedsonsanddaughters) amelistedaddressIndividualslivingwithresidentsforthe seanindividualpassbutarenotconsideredpartofthe immediatefamily.(GS)
DEEP WATER AGE: 18+yrs
Closing Policy: TheItascaParkDistrictreser vestherighttoclosetheWaterpark duetosevereweather,airtemperaturebelow72degrees,operationaldifficulties, orlowattendance No refunds will be given for inclement weather or low attendance.
Rules & Regulations:
■ Patronsareexpectedtofollowallrulesandregulationsasdescribedinthe ItascaWaterparkRules&Regulationsmanual.Anyoneunwillingtocooperate withtheruleswillbeaskedtoleavethewaterpark
■ CHILDRENUNDERTHEAGEOF9YEARSMUSTBEACCOMPANIEDAND
■ Parents/Guardiansareresponsibleforsuper visingtheirchildrenLifeguardsare ondutytoenforcerulesandrespondincaseofanaquaticemergency.
■ Aquatic apparel must be worn while in the water.
■ Nocoolersoroutsidefood.
ivewellatWaterpark
Sur f & Tur f Camp
“Funinthesunforkidswhosignupforthiscamp!Camperswillmakecraftsandplay gamesonbothlandandseaOurdaywillincludetimeinthezero-depthpool,craft time,andexcitinggames.Eachchildneedstobringthefollowingitemstocampeach day:sacklunch,drink,towel,cover-uport-shirt,andsunscreenPleasehavechildwear swimsuit.Ifthereisinclementweather,signswillbepostedattheshelterregardingthe relocation
AGE: 3-9years
LOCATION: ItascaWaterparkHideawayRoom
/12
HavetheItascaWaterparkalltoyourselffortheevening!Perfectforgraduation parties,companypicnics,birthdays,churchouting
Swim Lessons
Thisprogramoffersacurriculumthatencouragesparticipantstosucceedand developimportantskills.Swimlessonsprovideanenjoyablelearning experience,teachparticipantshowtobesafeinandaroundthewater,andgive themalifelongskillthateverypersonshouldknowInstructorsreservetheright toplacetheparticipantintheclassbestsuitedtohisorherabilityAdditionally, itiscommonforparticipantstospendmorethanonesessioninacertainlevel; pleaserememberthiswhenregisteringyourchi sessionsSafetyclasseswilltakeplaceinsidedu inclementweather NoclassJuly4-8
Drop-Of f Guidelines
Must Pre-Register
June 5 – 9 (M,W,F )
11-11:40am CODE: 111709-02
Cometr youtourswimlessonprogramand getyourswimtestearlywithourfreedays ofswimlessons.Youwillbetestedfor placement,learningskillsanddrill,andmeet theinstructorswhowillbeteachinglessons thissummerRegistrationisfirstcome,first ser veonlineorattheRecCenter.
MIN/MAX: 10/40
LOCATION: Itasca Waterpark
Theselessonsaredesignedforchildrenages1to3yearsold.Bothparentand childwillbeinthewaterwiththeinstructorasagroupClassesaremeanttofamiliarizeyourtotwiththewaterandteachswimmingreadinessskillswhileparents willlearnhowtosafelyinteractwiththeirswimmerinandaroundthewater Childrenwhoarenottoilet-trainedmustwearaswimdiaperandtight-fittingplastic
pantsoverdiaper(NOdisposableorclothdiapers)
NclassweekofJuly4-8
E: Infant-3yrswithparent
See page 49.
Parents:Pleasebringyourchildtothepoolde andremainwithhim/heruntiltheinstructor arrivedOnceyourchildiswithhis/herteach shouldproceedtothedesignatedviewingspa concessionareaorontherampOnthelastdayofclass,parentsareable toviewtheclassonthedecktoseewhattheirchildhaslearnedThank youforyourcooperation
CATION: ItascaWaterparkMainPool
N/MAX: 6/20
Swimmerswillbetaughttorespectandenjoythewater,notfearit.Class environmentincludesbasicskills:blowingbubbles,armstrokes,bicycle kick,gettingtheirheadwet,supportedbackandfrontfloat,andswimming alonewithaflotationdevice
**Noclass7/4
AGE: 3-5yrs
3:1
Theprogramoffersacurriculumthatencouragesparticipantstosucceedanddevelopskills.Swimlessons provideanenjoyablelearningexperience,teachparticipantshowtobesafeinandaroundthewater,andgive themalifelongskillthatever ypersonshouldknow.Youdonotneedtoknowyourswimmersabilitytoregister themforlessonsSkillswillbeassessedbytheswimlessonscoordinatorandswiminstructorsonthefirstday ofclassesinordertoensureyourswimmerisinthecorrectlevel.Instructorsreser vetherighttoplacethe participantintheclassbestsuitedtohisorherabilityAdditionally,itisnotuncommonforparticipantstospend morethanonesessioninacertainlevel;pleaserememberthiswhenregisteringyourchildformultiplesessions.
**Noclass7/4
AGE: 5-15yrs
Getamorepersonalizedapproachwithourprivateswimlessons. Theseone-on-one30minutelessonsaretailoredtomeetyour personalneeds.Onceregistered,oneofourhighlytrained instructorswillcontactyoutoarrangetimesthatworkforyou Requests for specific instructors are accepted but are not guaranteed. CalltheParkDistrictformoreregistrationinformationat630-773-2257.
LOCATION: ItascaWaterpark
FEES: 6 Lessons: $180
$30eachadditionallesson
July 8; Noon-5pm, Short Presentation at 4:00pm
Where? Itasca Waterpark
Why? TocelebratethePositive,Mental,Attitudesofthe50years oftheItascaDolphinsSwimTeam!Planyourweekendin Itasca,andjoinpastDolphinsandtheirfamiliesattheItasca
WaterparkWaterparkentr ywillbefree,forthoseregistered
Eachfamilywillbeaskedtobringafooditemtoshare
Sign-upviathelinkandwatchforfuturedetails!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/itasca-dolphins-50th-
celebration-tickets-58
Swim Team Information & Ice Cream Social Night
Wednesday, May 3 from 6-8pm • Itasca Park District Rec Center
OrderApparel,ParentVolunteerSign-up,etc
Thu, May 25 & Fri, May 26: 4:30-6 pm
Who:All10&Under,NewSwimmers,JrDolphinsrequiredtoattendbothdays
Picture Day
June 22 • 5pm • Itasca Waterpark • Rain date June 29
Memorial Day Parade
Allcurrent,pastDolphinswimmers,volunteersandcoachesarewelcomedto marchintheItascaMemorialDayParadeCelebrateItascaDolphins 50thAnniversar yandGrandMarshallDanWitteveen,HeadCoach
Join this fun activity that includes the entire family! Daily practice, 8 dual meets, championship meet, and many special events are included. Members must be able to swim at least one pool length of freestyle and backstroke. Meets are held Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings The team requests parent assistance in running home swim meets and training is provided Bus transportation will be provided one way from the Itasca Waterpark to away swim meets It is the parents' responsibility to make arrangements for transportation home from meets.
group–cut off date is June 1,
Practices
Begins June 5th
e2:5-6:30pmAllAges
Monday-Friday: 6:30-8:30am:Ages11andover
Monday-Friday: 8:30am-9:30am:Ages8&under,9-10yrs
Tuesday & Thursday: 11am-Noon:Allages
Monday: 5-6:30pm:AllAgegroups
Conferences
Conference B Saturday,July15@TBDLombardParkDistrict
Conference A Saturday,July22@TBDItascaWaterpark
End of Year Party
July 23 • Itasca Waterpark
Do you like to swim but are not quite ready for the Dolphins Swim Team? This program will get you there by teaching and perfecting the four competitive strokes, turns, and starts Junior Dolphins is recommended for swimmers who are ready to work on distance, endurance, and safety. Jr. Dolphins must be able to swim the length of the pool independently Swimmers must attend swim team evaluations. Swimmer will participate in the four home swim meets.
oin us for a great summer of Dive Instruction. If you are just starting out or are ver y advanced, we can help you reach a higher level. GE: A
2 g
Tweens&Teensgoingintogrades4th-9thareinvitedtot ascaWaterparkforanexcitingsummerseriesofwater,m moviesandtonsonfun!Bringyourfriendsandaswimsuit!Concessionswillbe availableforpurchase.ThiseventissponsoredbytheVillageofItasca
Cot ton Candy
Wednesdays
Wednesday, June 21, 2pm
Wednesday, July 19, 2pm FEE: $2/bag
Chalk Art
Tuesday, June 13, 2pm
Comedrawonthepooldeckwithchalkand receiveasmallgoody!
Tie Dye Tuesday
Tuesday, June 20, 2pm
Bringyourownshirtstodyeoutonthegrassarea.
Weprovidethedyeandtakehomegoodybag.
ntsareheldatthe rkandregular iesorpoolpass tascaWaterpark
SunJune257:30-9:30pm-Movie
SunJuly167:30-9:30pm-DJ
TueAug15-9:30pm-DJ
SunAug277:30-9:30pm-DJ LOCATION: ItascaWaterp
Hawaiian Day
Wednesday, July 5, 2pm
Joinusforaluauparty!Wewillhavegames,prizes, andlotsoffunactivities!Adoorprizewillbegiven outtothefirst50guests
Penny Plunge
Sponsored by Itasca Bank and Trust
Tuesday, July 18, 2pm
Diveforpenniesinalldepthsofthepool!Specialcoins providedbyItascaBank&Trustearnaspecialprize!
Bringapailorbagtohelpcollectallyourcoins
Water Egg Hunt
Wednesday, August 9, 2pm
■ Early Bird Rate ends April 30th.
■ PaymentPlanswillbeavailableandmust beturnedinbyMay1st
■ TheItascaSummerDayCampsfollowthe ItascaSchoolDistrict#10Calendar
■ Refunds or pro-rated fees will not be granted if a camper misses camp, no exceptions!
■ CampButterfliesandCampAdventurewill gototheItascaWaterparkM/W/Fafternoons(unlesspoolisclosedduetolow attendanceorinclementweather)
■ CampAdventuregoesonweeklyfield tripsever yThursday
■ Participantsmustprovidetheirown laundr ybasket,towel,swimsuit,lunch, snacks,drink,&waterbottleeachday
Summer Day
Camp Hours
■ Pre-camp hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7am-9am
■ Regular Full Camp Hours 9am-4pm
■ Regular Half Day Hours . . . 9am-12pm
■ Post-camp Hours 4pm-6pm
Punc h Cards
■ Purchasepunchcardsavailablein theseincrements: $85 (20 hours)
$45 (10 hours)
$25 ( 5 hours)
■ Punchcardsarepunchedin half-hourincrements.
■ Punchcardsarenon-refundableand canbepurchasedthroughoutsummer
unlessother wisespecifiedCampe shouldwearcomfortableclothinga
gymshoesever yday.
■ Pleasewearsunscreen.Wewillapply sunscreenpriortoleavingforthepool. Ifyouwishtohavestaffhelpyour child,pleaseprovideuswiththespray sunscreenlabeledwithyourchild’ sname
■ Extendedhoursareavailablefor
CampButterflies,CampAdventure, andTeenTravelCamp
■ DayCampSwimLessonsareavailable forCampButterfliesandCampAdventure
■ All changes, additions or cancellations to any week or session, must be made by the Wednesday before 5pm for a full refund, minus a $10 admin fee
Ifyouwouldlikeyourchildtobeableto purchaseconcessionsatthepool,youmust purchaseaconcessioncardatthefrontdesk for$30or$10.Thiscardwillbegiventothe CampDirectorandhe/shewillberesponsible formonitoringwhatcampersarepurchasing andspendingCampstaffwillnotbe responsibleforlostorstolenmoneyCampers whodonothaveaconcessioncardwillnotbe permittedtogototheconcessionstandduring pooltimeAllconcessioncardswithbalances willbereturnedforuseduringtherestofthe poolseasonNorefundswillbegiven
Thiscampisallaboutlearningthroughfun!Camperswillparticipate ingames,singing,outdoorplay,andartsandcraftsCounselors willofferdifferentthemeseachweekwhilefocusingon age-appropriatelearningskillsthatwillbenefityourlittle
Watchasyourchilddevelops,grows,andemerges roughoutthiscamp.Youngcamperswillhaveablastasthey articipateininteractivegamesandactivitiesthatwillteach heimportanceofsharing,listening,andcooperation. hildrenwillexplorescience,crafts,songs,stories,andthe inafunandsocialenvironmentthatfosterscreativityin hild(ER)*NoCampJuly4
Nature Center 2O23
■ Young Explorers Camp,Ages3-5yrs
■ Home Builders Camp,Ages5-8yrs
■ Dr. Seuss Camp,Ages4-7yrs
■ Wacky Art, Science & Engineering Camp,Ages7-11yrs
■ NEW! Treasure Hunters Camp,Ages7-11yrs
■ NEW! Things with Wings,Ages4-9yrs
■ NEW! Twilight Camp,Ages7-13yrs
See page 21for more NatureCenter Camps
■ NEW! Prairie Style Art & Architecture,Ages11-15yrs
Lessons- IPD Camp Participants Only
Learnhowtoswimandbesafeinandaroundthe water!Eachchildwillbetestedandplacedinthe appropriatelevelonthefirstdayParticipantsshouldbringa towelandarrivewearingtheirswimsuit,sunscreen,andacover-up.Parentsmaydrop childrenoffatCamp,staffwilltakekidstolessonsandbackNoSwimLessononJuly4
AGE: 5-14yrs
heCamp nceYou t350E nthis ekept time terpark Thursdaysarefieldtripdaysinwhichtheywillventureofftoanexcitingplacefortheday
Becausecampwillbelocatedmainlyoutdoors,kidswillbeactiveandbusyeachday.What aperfectwaytospendthesummer!2,3,4,and5dayoptions!Chooseyourdays!(ER)
*NoCampJuly4
GRADES: 1st-6th
Teens,thiscampisdesignedjustforyou!Traveltonewandexcitinglocationswithfunfilledactivitiesincludingbowling,mini-golf,waterparks,andmuchmore!Feeincludesa teen-onlyfieldtripeveryTuesday,WednesdayandThursday.MondaysandFridayswillbe spentattheItascaWaterPark.Campersneedtobringalunch,drink,andbathingsuit eachdayThisistheultimatesummerexperienceforteenagersTeenregistrationform mustbefilledouttoselectthedaysofattendanceEmailtheformtocamp@itascaparkdistrictcomordropitoffattheparkdistrict(ER)*NoClassJuly4
GRADE: 6th-9th
TIME: 9am-4pm*Busesleaveat9:30amforfieldtrips/activities
TheCounselorinTraining(CIT)Programisforteenswhowanttolearntoworkwith childrenanddevelopleadershipskillsThisprogramisperfectforanyteenwhowishestobe acounseloronedayCITswillworkwitheitherCampButterfliesorCampAdventure,under thesupervisionoftheCampDirectorandCITDirectorCITswillhelpsetupandlead games,crafts,activities,helpcleanup,assistallcounselors,andassistwithsupervisionat pooltime.PotentialCITsmustfilloutanapplicationandcomeinforaninterview,justlike afulldaycounselorCITswillgothroughtrainingbeforecampbeginsandwillmeet regularlythroughoutthesummerTheCITfeeincludesat-shirt,fieldtrips,entrancetothe waterparkandtrainings(ER)*NoClassJuly4
AGE: 12-15yrs
TheItascaFireDistrictisexcitedtoannounceanewandexcitingprogramstartingthissummerof2023Haveyou everwantedtoknowwhatisliketobeafirefighterorwhatafirefighterdoes?Well,youwillsoonbeableto findout!Ifyouarebetween13and18theItascaFireDistrictishostingateenfireacademy.Spenda weektrainingasafirefighteralongsidethefirefightersofItascaActivitiesandtopicsthatwillbe coveredarehowtoputoutafire,search,rescue,CPRcertification,forcibleentr y,ventilation,and firedepartmenttradition.Theweekwillculminatewithtrainingactivitiesatafiredepartment burntowercombiningalltheskillsyouhavelearnedThisprogramwillbeJune12-16th, pmPriorityregistrationforItasca May1stthroughMay7th.
assistanceisavailable.Forquestionsor sistancepleasegetintouchwithCaptain RyanRascheat630-773-1223
AGE: 13-18yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE
Mon-FriJun12-1610am-4pm$150
CODE: 131593-01
LOCATION: ItascaFireProtectionDistrict
DEADLINE: MonJun5
MIN/MAX: 6/15
For over twenty years, Itasca Ban has presented a variety of progra difference in women’s lives From fi i l f
financial focus, the many roles of women have been celebrated and enhanced. The Women’s Initiative also offers the opportunity to connect with other interesting women. Past programs include:
• The New Fraud Landscape
• The Art and Life of Frida Kahlo
• Ice Cream Social
• Marketing & Selling Tips
The Women’s Initiative also holds monthly Roundtables for women business owners. Roundtable members address real-life business issues, provide realistic feedback and solutions, and monitor progress toward goals
630-773-0350
hmorningwewillreadfavoriteDrSeussbooksandfollowupwithsciencelatedactivities,experiments,andcrafts.Sometopicstobecoveredthisyear cludeplanets,musicalinstruments,animals,andplants.Thisisafun-filled ekforyoungscientists!(CC)*Bothsessionsarethesame
4-7yrs
EachdaywillhaveadifferentthemeWewilllearnaboutnocturnalanimals, performwackyscienceexperiments,enjoyhikes,singcampfiresongsand makecraftsWearcomfortableclothesthatyouwon 'tmindgettingmessyand closedtoedshoesDon 'tforgettobringasnackandbugsprayeachday (CC)*Bothsessionsarethesame
AGE: 7-13yrs
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Debbie
populardemand!Camperswilldiscoversomeweirdscienceastheyfindout utlumpyliquidsandsquishysolids,maketheirownslime,learnabout oatingrocksandexperimentwithquicksandTheywillparticipatein
fferentexperimentsandengineeringchallenges,alongwithcreatingtheir wnartmasterpieces!(CC)*Bothsessionsarethesame
7-11yrs
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: CampStaff
FollowadifferentmapeachdaytofindthehiddentreasureboxatSpringbrook NatureCenterWhethercrackingopenageodeorfindingafossil,thiswillbean adventureyoucan ’tpassupWewillexplorenaturaltreasureswithintheplant andanimalcommunityaswehikethroughtheforest,prairie,andcreek.Each daywillincludeartandcraftprojectsaccompaniedbynaturehikes,acreek walk,andotherexcitingoutdooractivities!(CC)*Allsessionsarethesame
AGE: 7-11yrs
INSTRUCTOR: CampStaff
Entertheworldofever ythingthatfliesThroughcrafts,naturewalksandstories eachdaywewillfocusonanewwingedcreatureButterflies,birds,ladybugs, beesandmore!!Pleasebringabeachtowelandsnackdaily.Dressforthe weatherandwearclosedtoedshoes.(CC)
AGE: 4-9yrs
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
MIN/MAX: 8/16
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Jess
Prairie Style Art & Arc hitecture
ExploretheworldofoneofthemostinfluentialarchitectsofalltimeFrank
LloydWrightpioneeredtheartofconser vationandworkingwithinnature.We willlearnaboutprairiestyleartaswellascreateourownhomemodelbased onlessonplansfromhistrustOnthelastdayofcamp,wewillvisitFrank LloydWright'shomeandstudioinOakPark.Campwillrununtil5pmonFriday becauseofthefieldtrip(CC)
AGE: 11-15yrs
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
8/13
JoinourYoungExplorersSummerCampdesignedespeciallyfortheyoungestnature enthusiastsLearnaboutItascaNatureCenter ' swildanimalsandgetthechanceto meetsomelivecritters.Eachsessionwillfeatureanaturewalk,artproject,snack,anda stor ybasedontheanimalofthedayPleasedressfortheweather,wearclosed-toed shoes,andbringasmallsnackeachday(CC)*Bothsessionsarethesame
AGE: 3-5yrs
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/16 INSTRUCTOR: CampStaff
InthisSTEMbasedcamp,kidswilllearnaboutdifferenttypesofhomesandhabitats forbothpeopleandanimalsThenwe ’llgettoworkdesigningandbuildingthem! Projectswillincludetepees,igloos,castles,birdnests,beehives,andmore.(CC)*Both sessionsarethesame
AGE: 5-8yrs
/16 INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Debbie
■ MusthaveahouseholdaccountsetupattheParkDistrict priortoon-lineregistration
■ Onlineregistrationavailableonlyifpayinginfull
■ FirstPayment(AllStudents)
■ ProofofResidency,i.e.Driver ’sLicenseorutilitybill(AllStudents)
■ CopyofBirthCertificate(AllStudents)
■ SchoolPhysical(AllStudentsduebyOctober15)
Registration is now available online or accepted in person during regular business hours at the Itasca Recreation Center.
AllofourEarlyChildhoodEducationclassesfollowtheItascaSchoolDistrict#10
calendarforholidaysandweatherrelatedclosings
Plan 1: Remainingtuitionisdueinonepaymentby August10thThefirstpaymentisdueatregistration
■ There is a $100 cancellation fee for withdrawing from Tiny Tikes, Preschool or Junior Kindergarten.
■ There is a $50 cancellation fee for withdrawing from the Enrichment additional day options.
Plan 2: ThetotalannualtuitionisdividedequallyoverninepaymentsThefirstpaymentisdueat registrationTheremainingeightpaymentsaremadebyElectronicFundTransfersfromyour accountonthe10thornextbusinessdayofAugustthroughMarch
*There is a $100 cancellation fee for withdrawing from this class. A late payment or insufficient funds notice will result in a $25 fee.
**There is a $50 cancellation fee for withdrawing from this class.
AGE: 24monthsbySep1,2023
*AGE: 24monthsbyJan1,2024forFriday11:30amclasswhichbeginsin Januar y2024
Thistransitionalclassisdesignedforchildrenwhowillbeattendingclassaloneforthe firsttimeStudentswillparticipateincircletimeactivities,stories,creativeart,free play,andsnack,whilestartingbasicacademicskills.Childrenmayenrollinbotha Monday/WednesdayclassandaFridayclassforathreedayoption
1 Day Options
2 Day Options
3 Day Options (AddaFridayclasstotheMonday/Wednesdayoption)
LOCATION: RecCenter
Preschool 2023-2024 (2 and 3 Day Options)
(Add a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday class to one of the above sections)
Thisclasshasbeendevelopedforstudentswhoarereadyforanadditionaldayof learningorforthosewhocouldbenefitfrommoreindividualizedattentioninasmall classsetting.ThisprogramwillenhancethecurriculumbeingtaughtintheItascaPark DistrictT/THclassesItincludesthemebasedSTEMactivities,instructivebusybags, independentmathpacks,andalphabetreadinesscurriculum.Studentswillusethe outdoorfacilitiesattheNatureCentereachdaytoextendwhathasbeenlearnedin theclassroom.(CC)
NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/8
12/16
AGE: 3yearsbySep1,2023andtoilet-trained. OurPreschoolprogramoffersyourchildanintroductiontostructuredlearningand socializationusingeducationalgames,art,music,andstoriesalongwithunstructured playinatheme-basedcurriculumTheclassemphasizescolor,shape,andnumber recognitionalongwithfinemotorandsocialskills.Theoptionalthirddayextendsthe curriculuminasmallergroupsettinginordertoprovidemoreindividualizedattention. ThethirddayoftheprogramisheldatSpringbrookNatureCenter,whichprovides manyopportunitiesforoutdoorlearningactivities
For more information about. . . Preschool
Please contact : Debbie Maginity
Early Education Program Coordinator
E-mail: DMaginity@itascaparkdistrict com
Phone: 630.773.2257, ext 118
AGE:4yearsbySep1,2023andtoilet-trained OurJuniorKindergartenprogramprovidesexcellentgroundworkforKindergartenand futurelearningUsingatheme-basedcurriculum,theclassemphasizesalphabet recognition,phonics,andnumbers.Theseskillsareacquiredthroughavarietyof games,art,music,stories,andscienceactivities,alongwithdailysmallgroupwork
Thefourthandfifthdayoptionsextendthecurriculuminasmallergroupsettingin ordertoprovidemoreindividualizedattentioninpreparationforfulldayKindergarten programs.ThefourthandfifthdaysoftheprogramareheldatSpringbrookNature
Center,whichprovidesmanyopportunitiesforoutdoorlearningactivities(CC)
pm510103-02
LOCATION: RecCenter MIN/MAX: 12/18
(Add Tuesday, Thursday, or both to one of the above sections) CombineourEnrichmentProgramwithourJuniorKindergartenclasstohelpmakethe transitiontofull-dayfivedayKindergartenalittleeasiernextyearThisclasshasbeen developedforstudentswhoarereadyforadditionaldaysoflearningorforthosewho couldbenefitfrommoreindividualizedattentioninasmallclasssettingThisprogram willenhancethecurriculumbeingtaughtintheItascaParkDistrictM/W/FclassesIt includesthemebasedSTEMactivitiesalongwithpre-readingandmathskillsina KindergartenreadinesscurriculumStudentswillusetheoutdoorfacilitiesattheNature Centereachdaytoextendwhathasbeenlearnedintheclassroom(CC
Jointhisstructuredsummerprogramtokeepyourchildacademicallyengaged!Our summersessionfollowsthesameformatasourschool-yearprogramwhileenjoying thebeautifulsurroundingsattheNatureCenterThisclassincludescrafts,songs, learninggames,stor ytime,andoutdooractivities,aswecontinuetofocuson academicskills
Summer Junior Kindergarten
ThesummerJuniorKindergartenclassisperfectforchildrenwhowantaheadstart onpre-readingskillsorthosewhocoulduseareviewofalphabetandphonicsskills beforeKindergarten(CC)
AGE: 4bySep1,2022 DAY
Mon,WedJune5-July199am-1
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: MsDebbie
Summer Presc hool
Preschoolerswillreviewcolors,shapes,andnumbersandbeintroducedtoalphabet andphonicsskillswhichwillbecoveredinfallJuniorKindergarten(CC)
AGE: 3bySep1,2022
T
,Th
*noclassJuly4th
une6-July2
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Debbie
Kid Rock & Tot Rock
Thisinteractiveclasshaseveryoneontheirfeet!We ’llalllearntogetherwhileengaging inactive,creative,music-basedactivities,whileusingrhythminstrumentsandmovement propsAllclassproceduresaredesignedtokeepstaffandstudentssafeActivitiesareage appropriatebyclassandincludesongsandrhymes,rhythmandcoordination,fineand grossmotor,imaginationandsensory,listeningandfollowingdirectionsskillsSing, dance,play,learn,andimaginewithus!www.rockitkids.com(CC)
Kid Rock I (2-3 years old with parent)
Kid Rock II (3-5 years without parent)
Tot Rock (1 years old with
Watchyouraspiringdancer 'sdreamcometrueastheydanceandtwirllikereal ballerinas!Putonyourtutusandjoinusfortea,sandwiches,cookies,andaballet lesson!PleaseemailErikaaterubo@itascaparkdistrictcomwithanyallergies(ER)
AGE: 2-4yrs
am-
Summer Tiny Tikes
ThesummerTinyTikessessionisagreatwaytokeepyour childinvolvedinastructuredlearningenvironmentbefore startingPreschool.Classemphasiswillbeonfinemotorskills suchasnametracingandcuttingaswellascolors,numbers, andshapes(CC)
AGE: 2bySep1,2022
CODE: 111405-01
LOCATION: NatureCenter
MIN/MAX: 6/8
INSTRUCTOR: MsDebbie
6/8
StudioB/C
DEADLINE: OneWeekBeforeEachClass
/8
Depot Museum & Caboose
101 North Catalpa ■ Itasca, IL 60143
Fee: $190•Partyincludestwohourswithastaffmembertorun gamesandcraft.Pizzapackageandgoodybagsavailable. Contact Erika Rubo at 630-773-2257 or erubo@itascaparkdistrict.com to reserve a date.
Frompartiesforbirthdays,graduations,babyshowers,andreceptionsintheIrisRoomorLounge tomeetingsintheWillowRoom;tobasketball,pickleballorvolleyballintheGymnasium,we havethefacilityforyou!PleasefilloutaRoomRental
ApplicationandturnitinattheRegistrationDeskWe
willworkwithyouto
scheduleadate. For more information call Griffin at 630-773-2257 for Rec Center Rentals or Chris for Nature Center Rentals.
■ Lounge
■ Iris Room
■ Iris A & B
■ Willow Room
■ Gymnasium
■ Springbrook Nature Center
NEW! Hideaway Room
Developyourchild'sintellectthroughtheroyalgameofchess!Cur rentresearchhas shownastronglinkbetweenchessandacademicper for manceinavarietyofareas, includingmathematicsandlanguageartsChesshasbeenproventoenhancechildren ' s motivation,concentration,focus,socialskills,andcreativityEachclasswillconsistofa fun,interactiveteachingperiodandguidedpracticetimeBothbeginnerandexperienced playersarewelcomeandwilllearnundertheguidanceofanexperiencedChessScholars coachNoclass7/4(ER)
AGE: 5-13yrs
LOCATION: Iri
INSTRUCTOR: ChessScholarsStaff
DEADLINE: TueJun13
Didyouknowdogslovedonuts,too?!Participantswillenjoymakingtheirownstuffed animaldog,listeningto, "IfYouGiveaDogaDonut" ,creatingadogcraft,andofcourse, eatingdonuts!(ER)
AGE: 3-8yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
SatJul159-10am$30/35120738-01
LOCATION: IrisA
DEADLINE: SatJul8
MIN/MAX: 4/12
Kidswilllovethissimple,butfuncookingclass!Allfood/suppliesareincludedinthese hands-onclassesMultipletreatsaremadeeachclassPleasebringacontainertocarr y homeyourcreationsPleaseemailErikaater ubo@itascaparkdistrictcomwithany allergies(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
WedJul1211am-12pm$25/$30120709-01PizzaParty WedJul2611am-12pm$25/$30120709-02SummerSweets
WedAug911am-12pm$25/$30120709-03CrazyCupcakes
LOCATION: IrisA MIN/MAX: 4/12
DEADLINE: OneWeekBeforeClass
Magic Class
Childrenwillhaveagreattimeastheylearnexcitingnewtricksfromthemagicstaffof Gar yKantor!Kidswillbeabletoentertainfamilyandfriendswithmagiccards,coins, mind-reading,andmore.Feeincludesclass,materials,andamagickittotakehome. ChildrenaregroupedbyageandalwayslearnnewtricksthatareageappropriateSign upagainandagain,asnewtricksaretaughtateachsession!(ER)
AGE: 5-12yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
ThuAug104-4:55pm$22/$27120708-01
LOCATION: IrisA
INSTRUCTOR: MagicofGaryKantor
DEADLINE: WedAug9
MIN/MAX: 8/12
Participantswillhaveblastlearninghowtodrawanimals,people,objectsandmorein astep-by-stepformat.Noexperiencenecessar y!Allsuppliesincluded.(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
DEADLINE: ThuJun8
Create,experiment,exploreandlearn!Participantswilllearnthescience behindever ydayactivities,objectsandcraftswhilehavingablast!(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
DEADLINE: ThuJul13
Dipyourpaintbrushintothewonderfulworldofwatercolors!Participantswilllearna newwatercolortechniqueeachweekandpracticethattechniquethroug
Attheendofthesessionparticipantswillgohomewithtonsofcolorful showofftofriendsandfamily!(ER)
AGE: 7-12yrs
DAY DATE TIME
MonJul10-314:30-5:30pm
FEE CODE
$55/$60120737-01
LOCATION: IrisA
MIN/MAX: 4/10
DEADLINE: MonJul3
Youcan ’tdoaplaywithout teamwork!Studentswillgain hands-onexperienceinlights, sound,costumedesign,andstage managementAndofcourse, there ’ sacting!Ever ystudentwill studythefundamentalsofClassical Acting.Butcomeshowtime,watch yourchildshineintheirownunique artisticwayeitheronstage,inthebooth, ormanagingthebehind-the-scenesaction inafull-scaleminiproduction.Thefinal classis45minutes,plusa15-minute performance(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
Abbott&LoisStaff
Summer Celebrations
n15
Participantswillenjoythesefunsummercelebrationsthatincludegames, craftsandsnacksbasedonathemedNationalDay!(ER)
AGE: 5-10yrs
OneWeekBeforeEachClass
Location:
130ForestAve,Itasca,IL60143
630-773-5572
Nature Center Rentals
Building Hours:
Memorial Day-Labor Day
Mon-Fri2-7pm
Sat&Sun12-5pm
Tak bookattheSpringbrook NatureCenter
September-October
Tue&Thu4-7pm
Sat&Sun............11am-5pm
Mon/Wed/FriClosed
November-March
Sat&Sun11am-5pm
Mon-FriClosed
TheItascaNatureCenterha teamedupwiththeItasca Librar ytopresenta Stor yWalk™,afunwayto
combinereadingand exercisingAseriesofsigns throughouttheNatureCent
RenttheNatureCenter!The classroom,picnicshelterandcampfire ringaregreatoptionsforafunand uniqueevent.PleasefilloutaRoom RentalApplicationandturnitinat theRecreation&FitnessCenter Wewillworkwithyoutoschedule adateFormoreinformation pleaseemailChrisat ccarling@itascaparkdistrictcom(
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April-May
Tue&Thu4-7pm
Sat&Sun11am-5pm
Mon/Wed/FriClosed
groundsfeaturespreadsfro children ’ spicturebookallowggyyg arefeaturing “EarWorm!”byJohannaKnowlesItstartsattheloopnexttothe NatureCenterbuildingThisprojectissponsoredbytheItascaParkDistrict,Itasca Librar y,andFriendsoftheItascaCommunityLibrar y
Arbor Day Celebration
Joinusfrom10-noononSaturday,April29,2023tohelp celebrateArborDay,adaycreatedtorecognizetheimportanceof treesMayorPruynwillkickofftheeventwiththeannualArbor DayProclamation,followedbyanytreededications.Makeacraft andhelpbeautifyourforestbyplantingsomenativewildflowers TheDaveyTreeExpertCompanywillprovideatreeclimbing demonstrationandsomeseedlingsWings&Talonswillbe displayingtheirBirdsofPrey.(CC)
AGE: Allages
DAY DATE TIME FEE
SatApril2910am-12pmFree
LOCATION: SpringbrookNatureCenter
DuPage River Sweep 2023
Volunteers Needed!
Saturday, May 20 • 9am-12pm
For more information about. . .
Nature Programming and Preschool
Please contact : Chris Carling (CC), CPRP
Nature & Recreation Supervisor
E-mail: ccarling@itascaparkdistrict.com
Phone: 630.773.2257, ext 125
SPONSORED BY:
VillageofItasca ItascaParkDistrict
MarkyourcalendarforSaturday,May20th,2023andjoinawonderfultraditionThe DuPageCountyRiverSweepisanannualcleanupeventthatencouragescitizensto improvelocalwater waysbyremovingdebrisandlitterfromasectionofstreamor pondRestorationprojectswillalsobeofferedatseveralsitesasanalternativeoption Supplies,technicalsupport,snacks,water,andtrashpokerswillbeprovidedCome supportSpringbrookNatureCenterbyhelpingcleanupourcreek! Registrationisnowopen!Registerat: https://wwwtheconser vationfoundationorg/sweepForfurtherinformationcontact
AmyPhillipsataphillips@theconser vationfoundationorgo
Doyouwanttolearnmoreaboutnatureandhowwecanhelpprotectit?Maybeyou liketogarden,gooncreekwalks,explorenature,androastmarshmallowsIfthis soundsexciting,youshouldbecomeaJuniorNaturalist(JN).TheJNclubisagroupof kidsthatlovetohaveagoodtimeandhelpoutattheNatureCenterTheJNshelp workspecialevents,participateinrestorationprojects,takecareoftheanimalsinthe building,andmuchmore!Thisclubmeetsonceaweek,usuallyonFridays,Saturdays orSundaysattheNatureCenter.Anewsletterwithexactdates,times,activities,and otherimportantinformationisprovidedever yfewmonthsSpotsarelimitedinthis club,sodon 'tmissoutonaonceinalifetimeopportunity!YoucanreachChrisat ccarling@itascaparkdistrictcomwithanyquestions(CC)
AGE: 8-15yrs
VariesYearRoundVariesFre
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 8/20 INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
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meenjoyanafternoongardenteapartyattheNatureCenterWewillbe aintingourownteacup,makingpressedflowerart,learninghowtomake oseleaficedtea,andfingersandwiches
E: 5andup
DATE TIME FEE CODE
SatJune101-3pm$25/$29121434-01
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12 INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
Learnhowtoidentifycommonlyfoundraptorssuchasowls,hawksandfalconsby sightandsoundWewilllearnwheretolookforraptors,howtoobser veandcompare theirshape,colors,markings,andmovementsListentothebirds ’ callsandlearnto recognizethemTheraptorsatSpringbrookNatureCenterwillhelpusinthisclass Anyone8andundermustbeaccompaniedbyapayingadult(CC)
AGE: 5+yrs DAY
SunJune112-
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12
INSTRUCTOR: Wings&Talons
M aic Tile Art willbeusingrecycledmaterialstomaketileartCreateanoriginalnature emedcanvaspiecetobringhomeAllmaterialsprovided
GE: 7-11yrs
AY DATE TIME FEE CODE
ayJune2511am-1pm$25/$29121436-01
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12
July 15, 2023
Creek Walk
Inthisprogramyouwillhaveauniqueopportunitytousenetsandbucketstoexplore lifeinthecreekFindoutwholivesinandaroundSpringbrookCreekbeforeyoutr y yourskillsatcatchingfish,crayfish,tadpoles,frogs,andmore!Wearclothesthatyou don ’tmindgettingwetanddirty,andclosed-toedshoes(noflipflopsorcrocs) Limitedspacesareavailable,soregisterearly.(CC)
AGE: 6-12yrs
FEE CODE
WedJune212-3pm$10/$12121405-01
WedJuly262-3pm$10/$12121405-02
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
N E W
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
Unplug Illinois Day
Ditchyourelectronicsanddevicesand joinusforaprogramattheSpringbrook
NatureCenterMoreinformationto followonline&socialmedia
ummer Craf ts and Stor y Time
njoyanaturethemedbookandcraftsEachprogramwillbebasedona fferentbookandwewillcreatecraftsbasedoneachtheme.Wewillfocus nconser vation,nativeplants,pollinatorsandmore!
: 4-9yrs DATE
SatJuly221-2:30pm$15/$181
SatAug121-2:30pm$15/$181
earetheWater Protectors
437-02Flowersarecalling
7-03BigBookofBugs
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12
INSTRUCTOR: Ms.Jess
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Learnabouttheeatinghabitsoftheowlslivingat SpringbrookNatureCenterDoyouknowwhatanowl pelletis?Owlsusuallyswallowtheirpreywhole,andthey regurgitatewhattheycannotdigestSeethevariousowls wehave,thekindoffoodtheyeat,anddissectapelletto seeifyoucanfigureoutfromtheboneswhattheprey was.(CC)
AGE: 8-12yrs
SunAug202-2:45pm$10/$12
CODE: 121406-01
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12
INSTRUCTOR: Wings&Talons
Eachmonthjoinustocreateaseasonaldecorpiecewhileenjoyingthenightoutwith yourfriendsWesupplyever ythingyouneedtomaketheperfectpieceYousupplythe BYOB.Pleasedrinkresponsibly.(CC)
AGE: 21+yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE THEME CODE
FriJuly77-9pm$35/$37SunsetCanvas121439-01
FriAug187-9pm$35/$37DIYSpa121439-02
LOCATION:NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/10
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
LearntheFrenchartofpaintingoutdoorsWewilllearnaboutFrench impressionistsWewillpaintacanvasoutdoorsoverlookingourprairiewalk usingoilandwatercolorpastelsAllsupplieswillbeprovided
AGE: 6-12yrs
SundayJuly91
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
Color an Owl
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Didyouknowthatmanybirdsofprey(alsoknownasraptors)canbefoundinour area?Joinustoseeourresidentowls,hawksandfalconsupcloseLearnfascinating factslikehowtheyhunt,theirspecialsensesandcharacteristics,howtorecognize thembysightandsound,andmuchmoreYouwillexplorepredator/preyrelationships andtheimportantroletheyhaveinourecosystemYouwillhaveanewunderstanding andappreciationofthesetrulywildcreaturesthatliveamongus.Anyone8andunder mustbeaccompaniedbyapayingadult(CC)
AGE: 5+yrs
NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Wings&Talons
6/12
Owlsarever yuniqueandfascinatingbirdsofpreyMeetourresidentowlsandlearn abouttheirspecialabilitiesandadaptationsYouwillgettocolorandtakehomeyour ownpictureofanowl.Supplieswillbeprovided.Anyone8andundermustbe accompaniedbyapayingadult(CC)
AGE: 5+yrs DAY
LOCATION: NatureCenter
INSTRUCTOR: Wings&Talons
$12121432-01
MIN/MAX: 6/12
EnjoyeducationalBoy&GirlScoutclassesthroughout theyearProgramsareinteractiveanddesignedto teachanawarenessandappreciationforthe environmentwhilefulfillingrequirementsforthe achievements,electives,andbadgeslistedonour websiteatitascaparkdistrictcom/natureCallChrisat 630-773-2257formoreinformation(CC)
Learnhowtomakeaone-of-a-kindfashionstatement!Wewillbecreatinga tie-dyecanvasbagandyoucanbringyourownwhitet-shirtsoyoucandye thataswell
AGE: 6-12yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
SundayAug61-2:30pm$20/$231
LOCATION: NatureCenter MIN/MAX: 6/12 INSTRUCTOR: MsJess
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Dance with Me
Exploredanceandcreativemovementwithyourdancer!Classwillfocuson engagingyouryoungdancerwithfamiliarmusic,whileintroducingthemtobasic dancetechniqueandfinemotorskillsMemor y,coordination,andlisteningandsharing skillswillbebuilt.Comfortableclothingordanceattireisrecommendedforboth dancersandparentsOpentodancersages1-3
ThisclassisdesignedasanintroductiontodanceandcreativemovementClasstime willbespentexploringthebasicfundamentalsofballetandtapdanceinafunand supportiveenvironmentTapshoes,balletshoes,aleotard,andtightsarerequired DancersshouldhavetheirhairpulledbackawayfromthefaceOpentoages3-5
Dancerslearnpropertechniqueforbothstylesofdance,andwillbeintroducedto danceterminology.Classwillfocusonballettechniqueandclassetiquette,while incorporatingtaptoaidinrhythm,musicality,anddistributionofweightTapshoes, balletshoes,aleotard,andtightsarerequired.Dancersshouldhavetheirhairpulled backawayfromtheface Level I recommendedforages6+
JazzdanceencompassesavastarrayofstylesandtechniquesDancerswillbe introducedtobothclassicalandmodernjazzterminologyandtechniques,whilefinding theirownuniquevoicewithinchoreographyDancerswillalsogainagreater knowledgeofrhythmandmusicalityJazzshoesandcomfortabledanceattireare requiredDancersshouldhavetheirhairpulledbackawayfromtheface IntroLevelrecommendedforages4-6 LevelIrecommendedforages7+
Intermediate Leve -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
Advanced Level -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
Hip Hop
Thisclassintroducesstudentstothebasicvocabular yandstyleofhiphopmovement Dancerswillbuildstrength,balance,andknowledgeofmusicality.Jazzshoes,HipHop shoes,ordanceablegymshoesandcomfortabledanceattirearerequiredDancers shouldhavetheirhairpulledbackawayfromtheface.
IntroLevelrecommendedforages4-7
IntermediateLevel8+
llbeintroducedtotheLyricaldancetechnique,ablend andjazztechniquesthatfocusesontheuseofemotion or y-tellingthroughmovementDancerswillalsoexplore entsofimprovisation.Aleotardandfootlessor ertibletightsarerecommended,butcomfortableclothing isnottoolooseisacceptable.Dancersshouldhavetheir pulledbackawayfromtheface Level recommendedforages4-6 recommendedforages7+ iate Level -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly evel -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
DancerswillbeintroducedtotheContemporar ydancetechnique,anexpressiveand technicaldancestylethatcombineselementsofballet,modern,lyrical,jazz,and improvisationDancerswillbeencouragedtodeveloptheirownuniquestyleand artisticvoicewithinchoreographyBarefeetarerequiredDancersshouldhavetheir hairpulledbackawayfromtheface
Intermediate Level -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
Advanced Level -DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
Ballet Tec hnique
Dancersexpandtheirknowledgeofballetbycontinuingtofocusonpropertechnique, includingposture,alignment,andpositionsofthearmsandfeet,aswellasusing correctballetterminologyBalletshoes,aleotard,andtightsarerequiredDancers shouldhavetheirhairpulledbackawayfromthefaceandsecuredinabun IntermediateLevel--DanceTeamorPermissionOnly AdvancedLevel-DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
ThisclassisdesignedfordancersinterestedinjoiningtheCompetitiveInnerPrestige DanceTeamClasstimewillfocusonstrengtheningballettechnique,aswellasgaining knowledgeofcorrectballetterminology,aswellasdeveloptheskillsandtechnique requiredoftheTeam,includingrhythm,stylization,andimprovisationDancerswill developtheproperskillsandtechniquerequiredoftheCompetitiveDanceTeam.Ballet shoes,jazzshoes,aleotard,andconvertibletightsarerequiredDancersshouldhave theirhairpulledbackawayfromthefaceandsecuredinabun. Recommendedforages8+,unlessdancerhaspriordanceexperience
DanceTeammemberswillbeguidedthroughexercisesthatincreasestrength,stability, stamina,andenduranceAnumberofdifferentactivitiesandtechniqueswillbe introduced,focusingonstretching,strengthening,andtheoverallwell-beingofthedancer. FootlessorconvertibletightsarerequiredDancersshouldhavetheirhairpulledback awayfromtheface.
Tap
Dancerswillcontinuetodeepentheirknowledgeofthetaptechniqueanditshistor y Increasinglyintricaterhythmsandcombinationswillbegivenasdancersbeginto developtheirownpersonalstylizationTapshoesarerequiredDancersshouldhave theirhairpulledbackawayfromtheface.DanceTeamorPermissionOnly
Sign up one child for more than one class and receive 15% discount on every 2nd class! Discount is not available through online registration. Dance Team Prep Class is for those looking to try-out for the Inner Prestige Dance Team.
120556-02IntermediateBalletTechPermission3:30-4:30pm$
120559-01AdvancedDanceTeamDanceTeam4:30-5:30pm$
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ammembersarerequiredtosignonfortheentireyearMembersarerequiredto attendallscheduledpracticeseachweek. An informational parent meeting willtakeplaceon Monday, August 21st from 6-7pm intheIrisRoomThiswillgiveparentsachancetoaskquestionsand reviewrequirementsandcostsassociatedwithbeingonthedanceteam,priortotry-outs.
125/$135StudioADM
125/$135StudioBD
Try-outs fortheteamwilltakeplaceon Tuesday, August 22nd from 5:30pm-7:30pm intheIrisRoomDancerswilllearnseveralshortroutinesand thenbeevaluatedPriordanceexperienceisrequiredtoparticipateonteam,butall levelsofexperiencewillbeconsideredforplacement
TherewillbeaDanceTeamPrepClinicfromAugust28ththroughSeptember8th
for2023-2024membersDetailswillbegivenintheFallbrochure
AllavailableprivatelessonswithMsDarlaareavailableforpurchasethroughour
onlineregistrationsystem.30-minuteprivatesare$30and1-hourlessonsare$50.
Privatelessontimeslotswillbemadeavailableonlineatleastonemonthinadvanced
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Gym Drop In
Comeinandhaveyourtoddlerrunaroundandplayinthegymnasticsarea!Wesetupan areaforyourchildtorunaroundandplayonequipmentandobstacles!Parentsmust accompanytheirchild
AGE: 0-5years
DAY TIME FEE MIN/MAX
Tue/Thu10-11:30am$5dropinOpen
Presc hool Gymnastics Class
Moregymnasticsthaneverbefore,withequipmentgearedtowardsthepreschoolchild Strongfocusisplacedonthedevelopmentofbasicmotorandlocomotiveskillsinthisone hourclass.Allchildrenmustbetoilettrained,nopullupsplease.
o-hourlongclinicgoingoverspecificdrillsandtechniquesforyourgymnasttohone theirskills.Ever ysessionhasaprerequisiterequiredforthesession.Youcanfindthat informationinthecommentsectionofeachclassinRecTracTheseclassesaresetupfor teamgymnasts.Anyonewhohastheprerequisitesiswelcome.
erequisitesRequired
4/10
Competitive Gymnastics Team
TheteamparticipatesinUSAG;Levels4-10,AmateurAthleticUnion(AAU)2-8,Xcel. Wecompeteinlocalmeetsaswellasoutofstate;ourgirlsareconstantlyqualifyingto theStateandRegionalmeets.Participationonthisteamisbyinvitationonly.Pleasecall tosetupanappointmentforevaluation,wearealwayslookingfornewfacestojoin ourteam!Seebelowformandator ytr youts.
***NoclassJuly3
5/8
AreyourkidsobsessedwiththeNinjaObstacleTVshow?Well,this2-hourcampwas createdforthem!Usingourgymnasticsequipment,wewillmakeourver yownNinja ObstacleCourseAllparticipantswillhavetimetopracticeonthecoursetoensuretheir besttimewhentheycompeteforthetitleof“TheUltimateNinja!”Wewillalsoprovidea snackandacraft,bothwithourNinjatheme
Monday, May 22 ■ Free “Pre-Evaluation”
■ Team Clinic 5-8pm
Wednesday, May 24 ■ Gymnastics Team 2023-2024
■ Evaluations 5-8pm
gistration will be accepted on t-come, first-ser ve basis on es listed below. Efforts will be de to place registrants on a m However, once a team is ed, registrants will be placed a wait list in an effort to ate another team. Participants be informed of team cement by their coach before first week of practice. Particist register in the age division g birth year of the participant.
Important Dates for ALL LEAGUES:
■ Registration Begins ................MondayMay1
■ Registration Deadline MondayAugust14
■ Practices Start MondayAugust28
■ League Games Start September9
■ Picture Day TBD
Practices and Games
ItascaInter-VillageSoccerplaysintheMidSuburbanSoccerLeagueotherdistrictsincluded areAddison,Bensenville,Bloomingdale,GlendaleHeights,Medinah,Roselle,VillaPark andWoodDalePracticesareonceaweekwithpracticedaysandtimesatthediscretion ofthecoachGameswillbeplayedonSaturdaysSep9-O
Uniforms
AllplayersmustwearanItascaAcesJersey, blacksocksandblackshorts.
Equipment
Details coming soon!
Allparticipantsarerequiredtowearshinguardsunde andgamesPlayersmustbringasoccerballtopracticeeachdayU6will needtohaveaSize3ball;U8&U10willneedtopurchaseaSize4 ball,whileU12andU14willneedaSize5ball
Volunteer Coaches
TheItascaParkDistrictSoccerLeagueisextremelypopularandhasalargenumberof participantsandteamsWithoutourfantasticvolunteercoaches,wewouldbeunableto offersuchawonderfulprogramTheparkdistrictiscurrentlylookingforparentsoradults tovolunteerasacoachoranassistantcoachPleaseindicateonyourchild’ sregistration formifyouareinterestedincoaching.
MicroSoccerisascaled-downversionofthegameofsoccerspecificallydesignedfor youngchildrenChildrenwillplay3vs3onasmallersoccerfieldCoachesareallowed onthefieldandnoscoreiskeptThisprogramisgearedtowardchildrenwhohave masteredPeeWeeSoccer,yetarenotoldenoughtojointheItascaInter-VillageSoccer LeagueEachteamwillpracticeonedayperweekGameswillbeplayedonSaturday ofeachweekPlayersneedtowearshinguardsandbringasizethree(3)balltoeach practiceandgamePleaseletusknowifyouareinterestedincoachingPracticesare onceperweekandcouldbeanydayMonday-FridayGamesonSaturdayFeeincludes t-shirt,wearblacksocksandshortsforgames(KM)
AGE: 4-6yrs
LOCATION: PeacockPark,BrynMawrandLinden,Itasca&BensonPark
DEADLINE: MonAug14 MIN/MAX: 10/16
FallsoccerwillbeplayswithanewerformatinaccordancewiththeUSYouthSoccer organizationSmallerfieldsandteamswillallowforplayerstoachievethefollowing: totouchthesoccerballmoreoftenwhichwillenhancetheirindividualtechnique andtacticaldevelopment,receivemoreindividualteachingtimewiththeircoach, receivemoreinvolvedplayingtimeingames,andmostimportantlytohavemore opportunitiestoscoretoenhanceexcitementPracticeswillbeonehourlongandmay beanydayMon-Fri,andanytimebetween3-7pm,basedoncoaches ’ availability GameswillbeprimarilyonSaturdays.NoGamesJuly1st&8th.(KM)
GRADE/LEVEL FEE CODE
PeacockPark,BrynMawrandLinden,Itasca DEADLINE: MondayAugust1
Aparentoranotheradultwillenjoytimewithhis/herchildlearningtheskills,moves, andjoyofplayingAmerica ’ smostpopularyouthsport!Emphasiswillbeonthebasic skillsofsoccersuchasdribbling,passing,andshooting,allinafunandrelaxed environmentAgeappropriatedrills,games,andequipmentwillbeusedtohelptots learntheseskillsaswellasdevelopmotorskills,coordination,balance,andlistening andsocialskills.Adultswillenjoyplayingalongsideandassistingtheiryoungstersas theygettheirfirsttasteofsoccerfun!Pleasebringalabeledwaterbottle(KM) *NoclassSatJul1andJuly8
AGE: 2-3yrswithadult
Let’ splay!Yourchildexploresthewideworldofsportsastheyparticipateina differentsporteachweek,suchast-ball,basketball,tennis,golf,lacrosseandfloor hockeyChildrengetalotofpracticewithskillsthroughcreativeandfundrillsand gamesDon ’tmissoutonthefun!Pleasebringalabeledwaterbottle(KM)*No classSatJul1&July8
RecreationCenterGym(Mon),WashingtonPark(Sat)
SportsKidsInc
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc.
Instructional T-Ball
Learnthefundamentalsoft-balltoprepareyourchildforleagueplayBatting, throwing,catchingandbaserunningwillbetaught.Eachchildshouldbr
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t(KM)*NoclassThuJul6
GetinontheOlympicspiritwithyourchildasyoujoinusforthisfunclass!Boysand girlswilljump,run,throwanddevelopavarietyofotherskillsastheyparticipatein soccer,basketball,floorhockey,trackandfield,andotherOlympicsportsChildren, withthehelpoftheirparents,willparticipateinapint-sizeOlympicgamesduringthe lastclassofthesessionEventsmadejustforthesmallestathleteswillincludean obstaclecourse,poolnoodlejavelinthrow,thelongjump,soccerballkick,andrelay races.Pleasebringalabeledwaterbottle.(KM)
*NoclassWedJuly5
AGE: 2-3yrswthadult
Let’ splay!Yourchildwillexplorethewideworldofsportsastheyparticipateina differentsporteachweek,suchast-ball,basketball,soccerandfloorhockey.Children willgetalotofpracticewithskillsthroughcreativeandfundrillsandgamesDon ’t missoutonthefun!*NoclassJul5(KM)
LOCATION: RecCenterGym
INSTRUCTOR:SportsKidsInc
Pee Wee Tennis
Yourchildwilllearnpropergrip,basicstrokes,andotherbeginningtennis fundamentalsthroughlotsoffundrillsandtennis-likegames.Thisclassalsowillhelp childrentodevelophand-eyecoordination,movementskills,andgetafeelfortheball EquipmentwillbeprovidedandageappropriateBoysandgirlswillhaveablastand gaintheproperfoundationonwhichtheymaycontinuetobuildanddeveloptheir interestintennisPleasebringalabeledwaterbottle(KM)*NoclassMonJul5
AGE: 4-6yrs
LOCATION: BensonPark MIN/MAX:
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
ThisclassisagreatintroductiontosoccerBasicsoccerskillssuchasrunning,kicking, passing,andgameplaywillbecoveredGameswillbeusedtoincorporatetheskills taughtduringclassinafunandsafeenvironment.Pleasebringalabeledwaterbottle.
(KM)*NoclassTueJul4
LOCATION: RecCenterGym
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
WashingtonPark
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BringingInternationalCoachesToYourField!Coachedbyourteamofinternationaland US-basedstaff,ourweek-longhalf-dayandfull-daysoccercampsimproveyourchild’ s soccerskillswhilstprovidingauniqueculturalexperienceFormerlyknownas InternationalSoccerCamps,androotedinBritishtrainingmethodology,thesecamps introduceourinternationaltrainingtacticstocampersacrosstheUSandCanadaOur curriculumandcoachingfoundationmeetsengagingdeliver yforanall-aroundpositive experienceCampsaredesignedforallagesandabilitylevels,frombeginnerto advancedplayers-weuseage-appropriatepracticestohelpplayersdevelopattheirown pace,learnbrandnewskillsandbecomeanall-aroundbetterplayer...whilehavinga fantastictimewithourinternationalcoachingstaff!
Getyourplayersmorechancestoscoreandextratouchestodevelopsoccerskills,such asagilityandcoordination,ballmaster y,accurateandquickpassing,andreceiving TimeisspentduringeachclassondrillsandgamesYoungstersareassignedto differentteamseachweek,andcoachesrefereegamesinateachingstyleGamesare playedinarespectful,positiveandsafeenvironmentwithanemphasisonequal participation.Pleasebringalabeledwaterbottle.(KM)*NoclassTueJul4
AGE: 7-10yrs
TueJun6-Jul1
WashingtonPark
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
Youngstersenrolledinthisclasswilllearnracketfacecontrol,ballbouncejudgment, receivingskills,spacemanagement,rallyingskills,andcourtmovementTheywill developtheagilityandcoordinationneededforeffectivetennisplaySituationaldrills andgameswillhelpthemtoestablishasolidfoundationforfuturedevelopmentinthe sportandbuildalifelongloveoftennis.Equipmentwillbeprovided.Pleasebringa labeledwaterbottle(KM)*NoclassMonJul5
7-9yrs
BensonPark
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc.
Youngplayersconcentrateonstrokedevelopment,rallyingskills,andlearningtoplay matchesatafasterpaceBallreceivingandplacement,courtmovement,andoverall tennisstrategywillbeemphasized.Playerswillfocusontheirpowerandaccuracyto improvetheirperformance.Throughchallengingandexcitingdrillsandmatches, youngsterswilldeveloptheracketskills,coordination,agility,andstaminaneededfor recreationalandcompetitivetennisplayEquipmentwillbeprovidedPleasebringa labeledwaterbottle(KM)*NoclassMonJul5
AGE: 10-12yrs
LOCATION: BensonPark
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
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DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE SatJun3-Jun2411:15am-12:15pm$36/$40122110-01 SatJul15-Aug1211:15am-12:15pm$45/$50122110-02
RecCenterGy
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Youth Volleyball Camp
Thisclasswillteachkidsabouttrackandfield,oneoftheoldestsportsthatcontinues togrowandishighlightedbytheOlympicsever y4yearsBoysandgirlswilllearnthe jumping,runningandthrowingskillsinvolvedinthesportoftrackandfieldTheywill practicesprints,relays,long-distancewalking,runninghurdles,longjump,discusthrow andothertrackandfieldeventsaswellasparticipateinafun-filledSportsKidstrack andfieldmeetonthelastdayoftheclassPleasebringalabeledwaterbottle(KM) *NoclassThuJul6
AGE: 7-12yrs
6/20
AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE 10-13yrsMon-FriJun5-Jun99-11am$90/$100122128-01 7-10yrsMon-FriJun5-Jun912-2pm$90/$100122128-02 LOCATION: RecCenterGym MIN/MAX: 8/30
Start Smart Golf
LOCATION: WashingtonPark
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
TheSummerSportsStarsCampkeepskidsactivebycombiningtraditionalsportsand excitingcampgamesParticipantswillenjoythispositiveandfunenvironmentwhile engaginginfriendlycompetitionplayingsoccer,basketball,flagfootball,dodgeball, andmore!AtEXACTSports,webelievethatsportsismorethanjustagameTheskills andfundamentalsathletesacquirefromsportsarecarriedthroughoutallotheraspects oftheirlives
AGE: 7-10
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
Mon-FriJun31-Aug49am-12pm$17511
LOCATION: PeacockPark
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DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE Sat Jun 3-Jun 24 10:15-11am $36/$40 122138-01 Sat Jul 15-Aug 12 10:15-11am $45/$50 122138-02
LOCATION: Washington Park
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKids Inc MIN/MAX: 6/20
Imaginewhatanadvantageyouwillhavenow,andinthefuture,bylearningMartial ArtstodayYourself-esteemandself-confidencewillbeenhanced,andyouwilllearnto setgoalsandworktoachievethem,allwhilelearningrespectforyourselfandothers. Imaginethat“attitudeisever ything ” andyouwillnevergiveupinanyaspectofyour life.ThisisTaekwon-Do,inadditiontobuildingcharacter,confidence,self-esteem, discipline,focus,perseverance,physicalfitness,improvedbalance,coordination, strength,andflexibility.(KM)
AGE: 6+yrs
LOCATION: Mon:MedinahParkDistric,22W130ThorndaleAve,Medinah Wed:RecCenter
INSTRUCTOR: BarryWeisberg
Enterateamofthreeorfourtocompeteinthis3on3double-eliminationtournament. Youthteamswillbedividedintoboy ’ sandgirl’sdivisionsaccordingtoagewhen possible.Adultteamsmayhaveadifferentformatduetothenumberofteams.Each participantwillreceiveaT-shirtduringthetournament(KM)
Youngerkidswilllovethisintroductiontooneofthemostpopularsportsaround! Participantswilllearnthebasicskillsofbaseball:throwing,catching,baserunning, hitting,andfielding,allinanon-competitiveenvironmentGameswilltakeplaceon SaturdaymorningsInningswillconsistofallplayersbatting,andnoscorewillbe keptPleaseletusknowifyouareinterestedincoachingTeamt-shirtandhatwillbe providedPracticesareonceperweekandcouldbeanydayMonday-FridayGameson SaturdayFeeincludest-shirt,baseballpantsandsocksarerequiredBoysmustwear athleticsupporter(KM)
AGE: 4-6yrs
LOCATION:
Important Dates for ALL LEAGUES: Registration Begins – May 1
Registration Deadline – May 15
■ Teamsformedatrandom
■ TeamsannouncedweekofMay22
■ PracticesstarttheweekofMay29andmeetonceperweekMon-Friforonehour
■ ShirtINCLUDEDintheregistrationfees
■ PracticesonenightperweekatItascaParkDistrictorWoodDaleParkDistrict
■ WearelookingforbothHead&AssistantCoaches–ifinterested, pleaseindicateonregistrationform
■ GameswillbeheldonSaturdays
■ Coacheswillcontactplayerswithalldates
■ Parentsareresponsiblefortransportingyourchildtoandfromeachgameandpractice
TheItascaandWoodDaleParkDistrictscooperativelyofferayouthbasketballleague thatwascreatedtoprovideahealthybasketballenvironmentwiththeobjectiveof developingbasicbasketballskillswhileprovidingtheopportunityforallplayersto participateequallyinateamatmosphere.Thisin-houserecreationalbasketballleague willconsistofparkdistrictteamsfromthefollowingtowns:Bloomingdale,Carol Stream,GlendaleHeights,Itasca,Medinah,andWoodDaleItisthegoalofthe leaguetopromoteanatmosphereoffun,teamwork,andgoodsportsmanshipasthe playerslearnbasicskillsandimproveonexistingonesPracticeswillbeonehourlong andmaybeanydayMon-Fri,andanytimebetween3-8pm,basedoncoaches ’ availabilityGameswillbeprimarilyonSaturdaysNoGamesJuly1st&8th(KM)
WIBA Girls
WIBA Boys
We offer a fun, educational alternative to the usual birthday party. Our parties include a naturalist-led program and a party room at the N Center. Call Chris at (630)773-2257 for more information. aximum of 12 people.
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asure Hunting for Geodes (5-10yrs)
coolanduniquebirthdayparty!Joinusaswese ,anordinar y-lookingrockwhich,whensplitapar agem-liketreasureofsparklingquartzhiddenins Experiencethemyster yofholdingamillion-year-oldfossi thepalmofyourhandasyoulearnhowtheyareformed Eachchildwillmaketheirownfossilandwillreceivethei ownuniquegeode.
■ Astounding Animals (3-7yrs) • $195 Springbrookhasitsver yownteamofsuperheroes;anim abilitiesthatanyX-ManwouldenvyBereadytohavea playgames,meetliveanimals,andmakeacrafttotakehome.
■ Kids Painting Party (7-12yrs) • $245
JoinusattheNatureCenterforauniqueandinspirationalpaintingevent!Wep thesuppliesforyourmasterpiece,howeverthepopandsnacksareBYOKidsw guidedstep-by-steptocreateaoneofakindpainting.
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Call the Itasca Recreation Center to check availability, receive more information, and to reser ve your Birthday Party, at 630-773-2257.
■ Partiesaregearedtowar 3-10yearoldchildren.
■ Allpartiesare2hourslo
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Ourstaffwillworkwithyoutocreateamemorable partyincludinggames,activities,andcraftsbased onyourtheme
Online registration is not available for Birthday Parties
■ Partydoesnotincludeplates,napkins, cups,utensils,cake,candles,or matches,butyouaremorethan welcometobringyourown
■ Partiesarescheduledona firstcome,firstser vebasisand mustbescheduledatleast
2weeksinadvance
■ Partypricesinclude12guests, thebirthdaychildisfree,and eachadditionalguestis$8
Gymnastics Party . . . . $200
Ourgymnasticsareaistheperfectplaceforjumping, rolling,climbing,sliding,andswingingwhileusing gymnasticsequipmentTheguestswillalsoenjoyan obstaclecoursesetupbyourstaff.Onehourin Gymnasticsarea,onehourinroom
Sports & Games Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185
Aperfectpartyforayoungsportsfan!Atthisparty relays,games,andopengymtimewillkeepthose party-goersbusy!
Magic Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $375
Makeyourpartyunique,entertaining,andmemorable withtheincrediblemagicofGar yKantorYouwillseea vanishingact,cardtricks,mind-reading,andmuchmore! Allshowsareinteractiveandthebirthdaychildwillcome onstageandbecomeajuniormagicianrightbeforeyour eyesThereisalwaysalotofaudienceparticipationand laughterAppropriateforages4andupBalloonanimals areavailableasanoptionaladditionalfee.
Balloon Animal Party. . . $375
BalloonAnimals...They ' reahugehitatbirthdayparties! Andnowyourpartycanhaveballoonanimalsbeingmade non-stopfor45minutesbytheMagicTeamofGar y KantorDogs,butterflies,swords,giraffes,etcAndthe kidswilldomorethanjustplaywiththeballoons.They 'll alsogettodecoratetheiranimalswithstickersand markersAndattheendofthepartyallthekidswillget totakehometheirver yowncollectionofassortedballoon animalsAppropriateforages3andup
Room Upgrade
Needalargerroomforyourbirthdayparty?RenttheIris A,IrisBortheLoungeforanadditional$50perhour. Roomupgradepricingincludes20guestsAnyadditional guestsare$5(Room upgradeissubjecttoavailability.)Eachroomhas banquettables& chairswithset-up andtake-down ser vices.Itis recommended toupgrade withpartiesof 20ormore
Isyourchildcreative,imaginativeandsocial?Dotheyliketoworkwithothers?Thisnew andexcitingcampwillberightuptheiralley!Participantswillworktogethertobrainstorm atheme,plan,prepare,andimplementasmallpartyThisincludescreatingandmaking decorations,crafts,gamesandmoreOnthelastdayofcamp,theywillputontheirparty forCampButterflies,siblingsandparentsfrom10:30amto11:30am.(ER)
AGE: 8-13yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
Mon-FriJul31-Aug49
DEADLINE: MonJul24
Participantswillhaveblastlearninghowtodrawanimals,people,objectsandmorein astep-by-stepformat.Noexperiencenecessar y!Allsuppliesincluded.(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
LOCATION: IrisA MIN/MAX: 4/12
DEADLINE: ThuJun8
Photo Scavenger Hunt
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SafeSitterpreparesstudentsingrades6-8tobesafewhenthey ’ rehomealone, watchingyoungersiblings,orbabysittingStudentslearnlife-savingskillssuchashow torescuesomeonewho ’ schoking,andhelpfulinformationlikewhattodoifthere ’ s severeweatherThelessonsarefilledwithfunactivitiesandrole-playingexercises StudentsevengettouseCPRmanikinstopracticeCPRandchokingrescue!(ER) AGE: 11-15yrs
DEADLINE: OneWeekBeforeEachClass
Summer Science
Create,experiment,exploreandlearn!Participantswilllearnthesciencebehind ever ydayactivities,objectsandcraftswhilehavingablast!(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
IrisA
DEADLINE: ThuJul13
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HowwelldoyouknowItascaParkDistrict’ sparksandfacilities?!Putyour knowledgeandmemor ytothetestwiththisexcitingnewphotoscavenger hunt!Registeredparticipantswillbeemailedasetofpicturestakenofitems inourparksandoutsideofourfacilitiesTr ytodeciphertheiteminthepicture, findwhereitis,andscantheQRcodeattachedtotheiteminthepicturetocheck inandclaimyouhavefounditIfyouscanandcheck-inatallitemsprovidedinthe picturereferencesheet,youwillbeenteredforaprize!Thisisagreatactivityforall ages!HuntandcompletealltheitemsprovidedanytimebetweenJune21standJuly 31stPriceperfamily(ER)
DATE FEE CODE
Jul21-31$10120250-01
DEADLINE: FriJul28
Safe@Homeisa90-minuteprogramforstudentsingrades4-6topreparethemto besafewhentheyarehomealoneTheprogramteachesstudentshowtopracticesafe habits,howtopreventunsafesituations,andwhattodowhenfacedwithdangers suchaspowerfailuresorweatheremergencies.Studentsarealsointroducedtothe SafeSitterFirstAidChartandlearnasystemtohelpthemassessandrespondto injuriesandillnesses(ER)
AGE: 8-11yrs
Theater Class
Youcan ’tdoaplaywithoutteamwork!Studentswillgainhands-onexperiencein lights,sound,costumedesign,andstagemanagement.Andofcourse,there ’ sacting! Ever ystudentwillstudythefundamentalsofClassicalActing.Butcomeshowtime, watchyourchildshineintheirownuniqueartisticwayeitheronstage,inthebooth,or managingthebehind-the-scenesactioninafull-scaleminiproductionThefinalclassis 45minutes,plusa15-minuteperformance(ER)
AGE: 6-11yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
ThuJun22-Jul274:30-5:30pm$70/$80120741-01
LOCATION: IrisB
INSTRUCTOR: Abbott&LoisStaff
DEADLINE: ThuJun15
MIN/MAX: 4/15
Dipyourpaintbrushintothewonderfulworldofwatercolors!Participantswilllearna newwatercolortechniqueeachweekandpracticethattechniquethroughouttheclass.
Attheendofthesessionparticipantswillgohomewithtonsofcolorfulprojectsto showofftofriendsandfamily!(ER)
AGE: 7-12yrs
RegistrationBeginsMay3rd.RegistrationdeadlineisAugust9thorwhenfull.Cash prizeswillbeawardedtothewinningteamsFindschedules,standingsandmoreat www.itascaparkdistrict.com/softball.(KM)
18+yrs
n Wednesdays: 7:30-9pm Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-9am
n Guests can check-in and pay at the front counter
n Paddles & Pickleballs will be available to check out
n Free to Fitness Members or $5 daily fee
CupinHandKickballLeagueswillbeginplayonFriday,Aug11Allgameswillbe playedattheSoftballComplexonRohlwingRdCupinHandKickballisaspinon kickballwhereallplayerswillberequiredtoplaywithadrinkinhand(doesnothave tobealcoholic)12beersperteamwillbeprovidedeachgameItwillbeBYOBafter thatPlayersareexpectedtoDRINKRESPONSIBLYPlayersmustbe21+toparticipate IDswillbecheckedeachgamePleaseregisterasateam.PleasecontactKevinMyers ifyouwouldliketosignupasafreeagent(kmyers@itascaparkdistrict.com).
AGE: 21+yrs
LOCATION: SoftballFields,650NRohlwingRoad,Itasca
DEADLINE: June1
Adult Beginner Pic kleball
Thisclassisforthosewhohaveneverplayedpickleballbeforeorwhohavever y limitedexperiencewiththesportItwillfocusonpickleballbasicssuchasforehand andbackhandshots,ser ving,andcourtpositioningPlayerswillalsolearnscoringand therulesofthegamethroughdrillsandplayingtimeTheslowerpaceofthisclasswill giveplayerstheopportunitytodeveloptheskillsneededtoplaythisfunandenergetic gameAllequipmentwillbeprovidedNoclassJuly5th(KM)
AGE: 18+yrs
WedJun7-Jul126:
GymSouth,350EIrvingParkRoad,Itasca
INSTRUCTOR: SportsKidsInc
magetothoseentertainerswhosanganddancedforourtroopsduringthe
40'sThisUSOSaluteincludesatributetosuchartistsastheAndrewSisters,
dyGarland,BobHope,Rosemar yClooneyandmanymoreBackedbya5eceband,sixpowerhousesingersrecreateanafternoonofaclassicUSO
owfullofmemorablesongs,comedicnumbersandslapstickentertainment byourownmasterofceremoniesIncludesticketandtransportationtoand fromtheMetropolisTheaterinArlingtonHeightsItascaSeniorCitizenClubMembers receive$15offregistrationfee(ER)
AGE: 60+yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
TueMay302-6pm$50151001-01
LOCATION: RecCenterLobby MIN/MAX: 20/32 DEADLINE: MonMay15
C al Open Air Market
'sCanalOpenMarketfeaturesonlyqualityantiquesandartisans’itemsas ellashandmadeandhomegrownitemsEnjoyacoupleofhoursbrowsing ndshopping,beforeweheadtoStar vedRockLodgeforlunchonyourown uwillalsohavetimetoshop,exploreortakeinthebeautifulscener yon backdeck(ER) +yrs
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nJul168:30am-4pm$20151009-01
LOCATION: RecCenterLobby
MIN/MAX: 6/14 DEADLINE: SunJul9
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Joinusforanafternoonmovie!Enjoyclassicfavoritesandfunnew moviesFreepopcorn,waterandsoftdrinksareincluded(ER)
AGE: 40+yrs
DAY DATE TIME MOVIE
WedJun281-3:30pm “SavingMrBanks ”
CODE FEE
141909-01FREE
DAY DATE TIME MOVIE
ThuAug171-3:30pm “JerseyBoys ”
CODE FEE
141909-02FREE
LOCATION: RecCenter MIN/MAX: 10/50
DEADLINE: MonJun26,TuesAug15
EnjoyabitofItalywithoutleavingChicagoaswevisitaspecial,limitedtimeexhibition entitlesPompeii:TheExhibition,whichtellsthestor yaboutthisRomanCity destroyedbytheeruptionofMountVesuviusmorethan100yearsago. After wards,enjoyagreatlunchinChicago 'sLittleItalyattheiconicPompei Restaurant!TheexhibitiontakesplaceatthehistoricMuseumofScienceand Industr y,tellingthestor yofhowthisbustlingcommercialportandtradingcenter waslostforcenturiesandremainedalmostentirelyuntoucheduntil1748.Includes ticket,lunch,transportationandgratuityItascaSeniorCitizenClubMembersreceive $15offregistrationfee.(ER)
AGE: 60+yrs
DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE
MonJun268am-3pm$85151002-01
LOCATION: RecCenterLobby MIN/MAX: 30/50
DEADLINE: WedJuly14
Six County Senior Games
TheSixCountySeniorGamesiscomingupinJuly2023Therewillbemanydifferent sportingeventsforadults50yearsandbetter!Eventsincludeindividualsportssuchas trackandfield,pickleball,swimming,golf,bowling,tennis,tabletennis,bocce, basketballfreethrow,archer y,andmore.Teamsportsincludevolleyballandsoftball. TheseeventsareheldthroughouttheChicagoareaAllparticipantsreceiveatee-shirt andmedalsareawardedforwinnersintheeventsaccordingtoagecategor y.Ifyou areinterestedinsigningup,entr yformswillbeavailableafterMay1Contactyour localParkDistrict,theIllinoisParkandRecreationAssociation(www.ilipra.org),orthe IPRASixCountySeniorGamesFacebookpageforfurtherinformation
Whatisbetteronasunnysummerafternoon?Icecream!Joinusatthe SoftballComplex/BirdSanctuar yforanIceCreamSocial,featuringsweet treatsfromtheOriginalRainbowConeTabletopandyardgameswillbe availabletoplaywhileyouenjoyyourcoldtreat!(ER)
AGE: 40+yrs DAY
LOCATION: BirdSanctuaryShelter
DEADLINE: MonJul10
Comemakesomenewfriendsandparticipateinavarietyofexciting activitiesTheItascaSeniorClubcouldbejustwhatyouarelookingforIf youareacitizenof60yearsorabove,youarewelcometojointhis energeticandpassionategroupTheclubholdsluncheonmeetingsonthe
2ndWednesdayofeachmonthClubmembersareoffereddiscounted
luncheons,dinners,trips,andmoreInterestedinjoining?ContacttheItasca ParkDistrictformoreinformation(ER)
WeareheadingtoRockfordforatourof theBurpeeMuseumofNaturalHistor y andatourofthebeautifulAnderson
JapaneseGardensBurpee
Museum ' smanyuniqueexhibits
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boththeyoungandold
onlookersEnjoyaguidedtourfrom highly-qualifieddocentTheseeducators willgetyouengaged,grabyourcuriosity andgetyouexcitedaboutthingsyou mayhaveneverknownaboutthe75year-old,internationallyrecognized museumandcollections.ThenwewillheadtotheJapaneseGarden 'sforaboxed lunchandatourofthebeautiful,outdoorsettingthatinspiresthemindandenergizes thesoulThetwelve-acrelandscapeofstreams,waterfalls,windingpathways,andkoifilledpondshasbeenratedoneofNorthAmerica ’shighestqualityJapanesegardens formorethanadecade(ER)
40+yrs
ThedazzlingsuburbsofOakPark&RiverForestarewithoutquestiononeofthemost architecturallysignificantareasintheentireMidwestandhaveworkedtirelessly topreser vetheirrichheritageFrankLloydWrightandhiswifesettledinOak Parkwherehebuilthishomeandstudioandproducedmorethanathirdofhis life ' sworkWe 'lltourthehomeandstudiowherehisuniquenewvisionfor
AmericanarchitecturewasdevelopedTrainedinterpretersofferinsightsinto
Wright'sfamilylifeandcareerWe 'llalsodrivepastauthorErnestHemingway ' s boyhoodhomeandWright'sUnityTemplebeforelunchatRussell'sBBQAfterlunch, ourtourfocusesonadifferentaspectaswearejoinedbyrenownedauthor,Histor y ChannelconsultantandChicagomobhistorianJohnBinderHewilltakeuspastthe housesandmansionsoffamousorganizedcrimefigureswhoresidedhereJohnwill tellusthetalesofthemobsters'timesinthesehistorichomes.You 'llhearabout bullet-roofglasswindows,built-invaults,tunnelsandhiddenstairsplusmanymore interestingtheories.FromWrightto "theregoestheneighborhood" ,youwon 'twantto missthisexcitingtour!Includesticket,lunch,transportationandgratuityItascaSenior CitizenClubMembersreceive$15offregistrationfee.(ER)
AGE: 60+yrs
LOCATION: RecCenterLobby
MIN/MAX: 30/50
INSTRUCTOR: DEADLINE: TuesAug1
HellerNatureCenter ’sbeekeepingobser vation hiveprogramistravelingtoItasca!
Staffwillleada75-mintue educationprogramwherethey willdivedeepintotheworldof honeybees,hivedynamics,and beekeepingallwhileprovidinga closelookatthebeesthrough theirobser vationhiveJoinusto learnsomethingnewandenjoya sweethoneysnack(ER)
AGE: 40+yrs
LOCATION: IrisB
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teens, seniors, trips, Day Camp & Museum
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Erika Rubo Recreation SupervisorE-mail: erubo@itascaparkdistrict com
DEADLINE: MonAug7
Phone: 630.773.2257, ext. 117
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IndividualsmustpossessaTeenFitnessMembershiporpay thedailyopengymfeetoparticipateduringOpenGymtimes
Adultsmusthaveafitnessmembershiporpaythedailyopen gymfee.Allparticipantsmustsigninatthefrontdesk
Fee–$5
■ OpenGymwillbecancelledifSummerCamp movesinsideoninclementweatherdays
■ Foodanddrinksarenotallowedinthegym
■ Black-soledmarkingshoeswillnotbeallowedWe encourageparticipantstobringapairofathletic shoeswiththemforspecialuseonthegymfloor Shirtsmustbeworn
■ Basketballswillnotbeavailableduringweekend opengym
■ OpenGymisavailabletoFitnessMembersand adultresidentsatanytimethegymisnot scheduledforanotheractivityinadditiontothe abovetimes
■ ThegymwillbedividedbycourtduringYouth OpenGymtimesduringweekdaysGrades2nd5thwillplayontheNorthCourtand6th-High SchoolontheSouthCourt
All Fitness Classes must have a minimum of 6 participants registered for each session to allow daily drop-ins. Participants please check with the fitness desk for class schedule.
Anhourclassthatwillpracticeavarietyofyogaposturesandincludesbodyweight
movements,steps,bands,andmore. AGE: 18+yrs
Zumba
Latinbasedrhythmswithmotivatingmusic,uniquemovesandeasytofollow combinations.Thisone-hourenergeticworkoutwillhaveyousweatinginnotime.
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fallfitnesslevelsWewillincorporateelementsofstrength, balance,cardioineachclassOptiontoremaininthechairwillbegiventothosewith need,butthisclasswillhaveyouupandmovingasyouareable
AGE: 50+yrs
LOCATION: Lounge
Tai Chi
TaiChiisanancientChinesemartialartthatisbeingrediscoveredhereasahealth exerciseThisclassbringsthemind,bodyandspirittogetherwithisometric,balance andlegstrengtheningexercises.Movementsareexecutedslowlyandpreciselytolearn properbodyalignmentOurwaytobeatstressisthroughintegratingslowerbreathing withmoreprecise,alignedmovement.
AGE: 15+yrs
Getleanwithoutusingdumbbells,barbells,orheavymachiner yComestrengthenyour muscles,improveflexibility,balance,andposture AGE: 1
+yrs
Let’ sgetfit,leanandtonedwiththiscombinationworkoutthatblendscardio,light weights,floorwork,andafocusonallmajorareasofyourbody.We ’llmovetothe rhythmofthemusic,doingeachmoveonthebeat,tokeepuschallengedand motivated!Bringyourwaterbottle,andyourownyogamatandtowelifyou ’dlike (notrequired)Thisclassisgoodforadultsofallactivitylevels,asthereareplentyof opportunitiestomodifymovestomakethemmorechallenging,ormoreaccessible!
Aqua Aerobics
Lookingforagreatstrengthandcardioworkoutwithoutthelegandhippainthatcan sometimescomefromwalkingorrunningonland?Thebuoyancyandresistanceof thewaterallowsparticipantstoworkhardwithoutthepainJointhisfunclassandget aworkoutinattheItascaWaterpark.Drop-In$10perclass.NoclassJuly3&5.
AGE: 18+yrs
SHALLOW WATER
DEEP WATER
AGE: 18+yrs
$55 1st session ■ $200 4 sessions
Getthemotivationyouneedwithoneofourcertifiedtrainers.Yourpersonaltrainerwilltailoraprogramtomeetyourfitnessgoals.
IfyouareinterestedinpersonaltrainingstopbytheRecCenteroremailGriffinStankiewiczatgstankiewicz@itascaparkdistrictcomtoday!
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Visit: itascaparkdistrict.com/register
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RegistrationwillbeginonMonday,December5 Registrationwillcontinueuntiltheclassisfilledor needstobecancelledduetoinsufficientenrollmen orindividualprogramdeadlinesMail-inregistration fortheFitnessCenterandWaterparkpasseswilln acceptedItascaParkDistrictResidentswillneedproo andchildrenintheirhouseholdtoregisterforthefirsttime.
Waivers
InaccordancewithRecreationDepartmentpolicy,allprogramparticipantsmustsign ahold-harmlessagreementpriortoparticipationinDepartmentsponsoredprograms Thewaivermustbesignedbyadultsparticipatinginadultprograms,andbya parentorlegalguardianforchildrenunder18yearsofage
Completedetailsofprogrampolicies,procedures,andguidelinesaresometimes omittedfromtheprogrambrochuresbecauseofspacelimitations.Also,errorsin days,times,registrationrequirementsandfeesmayoccurWeapologizeforany errorsthatmayappearinthebrochureWethankyouforyourpatienceand understandingwhenthesesituationsarise
AnyonelivingwithinthegeographicboundariesoftheItascaParkDistrictIfthereare anyquestionsaboutyourresidency,pleasecalltheparkdistrictoffice,whereacomplete listandmapismaintained
A. Allrequestsforrefundsmustbesubmittedinpersonorbyphonetwobusinessdays priortothefirstclassmeetingorpracticeofprogram.Tripsrequirereser vationsweeks aheadoftimeandthereforedonotallowustorefundPleaseseestaffforindividual trippolicies
B. Individualsrequestingrefundswithtwoormorebusinessdaysnoticepriortothefirst class,meeting,orpracticewillreceivea100%refund,less$10foradministrativecosts
C. Norefundswillbeissuedforanyprogramswithintwodaysofthefirstmeetingof aprogram,unlessaphysician ’ sexcuseispresentedRefundsrequestedformedical reasonswillbeproratedfromthetimetherequestisreceived.
D. Arefundwillnotbegiventoprogramsthatcostlessthan$15.Theamountminus the$10feewillbeappliedtoanotherclassoravouchergivenforfutureuse.
E. JuniorKindergarten,Preschool,andTinyTikesClasseshaveacancellationfeeof$75for withdrawinganytimeafterregisteringEnrichmentprogramshavea$25cancellationfee
TheItascaParkDistrictdoesnotprovidemedicalcoverageforinjuriessufferedwhile participatinginparkdistrictprograms,orwhileusingparkfacilitiesTheparkdistrict, therefore,cannotassumeresponsibilityforpersonalinjur yforpersonsparticipatingin recreationprogramsorusingfacilities.Personsareadvisedtomakeprovisionsforthis coverageintheirfamilyinsuranceprogram.
Duetoliabilityconcerns,allindividualswishingtoparticipateinanyparkdistrictprogram mustpaytheregistrationfeelistedinthebrochurepriortothestartofthefirstclassAny individualwhoisunabletopaytheregistrationfeemustcontacttheSuperintendentofRecreationtosetupapaymentplanNophoneregistrationwillbeaccepted Individuals not paying full program registration fee, or those on payment plans, will be assessed a 10% service charge if any payment is late.
TheItascaRecreationCentermaybereser vedforprivateuseduringnon-programhours Groupsandindividualsshouldcontacttheparkdistrictat630-773-2257orvisit itascaparkdistrictcom/rentalsformoreinformationASecurityDepositisrequiredin ordertoholdadateIfcancellationoccurswithin10dayspriortorental,depositwill beretainedSeecontractforrefundpolicies
TheparkdistrictwishestoacknowledgethecooperationoftheVillageofItascaandthe ItascaSchoolDistrict#10forenablingtheparkdistricttoprovidenumerousyear-round recreationalactivities.Theparkdistrictispermittedtousetheschoolfacilitieswhennot usedbytheschoolsForthisreasontheremaybeoccasionalchangesintheschedule
Senior Citizens
SeniorCitizenratesapplytothose60yearsandolder
Online Registration available! Visit: itascaparkdistrict com
First Name: Last Name: Address: City: State: ZIP:
❍ Home / ❍ Cell Phone #: ( )
Emergency Phone #: ( )
Join our E-Newslet ter list! Enter e-mail address here:
❍ I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver below and understand that my signature is required, to the right, in order to be in Park District programs
Parental signature required for participants under age 18
Signature:
Pleasenoteanyphysicalorotherlimitations,allergies,specialmedicationoradditionalconditionsthatmayaffectparticipation:
Ifspecialaccommodationsareneeded,allow2weekspriortothestartoftheprogram
Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in the use of Park District/Nature Center Village programs, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program
“Astheparent/guardianoftheparticipant,orparticipantintheprogram,Irecognizeand acknowledgethattherearecertainrisksofphysicalinjur yandIagreetoassumethefull riskofanyinjuries,includingdeath,damages,orlosswhichImaysustainasaresultof participatinginanyandallactivitiesconnectedwithorassociatedwithsuchprogram.
“IagreetowaiveandrelinquishallclaimsImayhaveasaresultofparticipatingintheprogram againsttheParkDistrictanditsofficers,agents,servants,andemployees
“IdoherebyfullyreleaseanddischargetheParkDistrictanditsofficers,agents,ser vants, andemployeesfromanyandallclaimsfrominjuries,includingdeath,damage,orloss whichImayhaveorwhichmayhaveaccruetomeonaccountofmyparticipation
“IfurtheragreetoindemnifyandholdharmlessanddefendtheParkDistrictanditsofficers, agents,ser vants,andemployeesfromanyandallclaimsresultingfrominjuries,including death,damages,andlossessustainedbymeandarisingoutof,connectedwith,orinany wayassociatedwiththeactivitiesoftheprogram.
In the event of any emergency, I authorize District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my minor child’s immediate care, and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services rendered.
“Photo/video ”:Iunderstandthatmychild/wardorImaybephotographedorvideotaped whileparticipatinginanItascaParkDistrictProgramIgivepermissionforphotos&videosof mychild/wardormetobeusedinthebrochure,website,socialmediaandother promotionalmaterialsSuchphotosandvideosarepropertyoftheItascaParkDistrict
“IhavereadandfullyunderstandtheaboveProgramDetailsandParticipationagreement. ”
Please sign on first signature line above.
