2024 Winter Program Guide

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LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT WINTER 2024 ONLINE PROGRAM & ACTIVITY GUIDE

Your Lake Bluff Winter Program Guide In This Guide: Contacts....................................................2 FAQ............................................................3 Friends of Lake Bluff Parks ....................4 Outdoor Winter Fun ................................5 Shelter Reservations ..............................6 Rentals ......................................................7 Summer Employment..............................8 Park District Map ....................................9 Special Recreation NSSRA....................10 Summer Camps are Coming! ................11 Family Shamrock Hunt ..........................12 Spring Egg Hunts....................................13 Preschool – Lake Bluff Preschool..........14 Afternoon Kindergarten ........................17 Preschool Enrichment & STEAM..........21 Afterschool Enrichment & STEAM......23

355 W. Washington Avenue • Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 Phone 847-234-4150 • www.lakebluffparks.org

Before-and After-School Care..............24 Days Off Programs ................................25 Parent/Child Music ..............................26

Your Park District Board

Mommy & Me Irish Dance....................27

Jennifer Beeler, President Niki Walsh, Vice President Scott Weber, Treasurer Paul Greenfield Emily Lane Susan Raymoure Ann Rieder Ancel Glink, P.C., Attorney

Gymnastics & Tumbling........................28 Dance – Lake Bluff School of Dance ....31 Preschool Dance ....................................33 Magic ......................................................36 Archery ..................................................36 Nerf Ops ................................................36 Glitzy Girls..............................................37

Park Board Meetings

Girls Gonna Launch ..............................38

The Park Board meetings are scheduled at 6:30 pm the fourth Monday of each month at Lake Bluff Park District Recreation Center at Blair Park, 355 West Washington in Lake Bluff. The public is invited to attend meetings. Committees are scheduled during the year so please visit www.lakebluffparks.org for agendas.

Youth Art & Chess ................................39 Ninja Warriors ......................................40 5 Star Sports ..........................................41 NFRONT Track & Field..........................43

Mail-In, Fax or Drop Off Registration Now! Online Resident Registration begins Monday, December 11 at 10 am Office/Fax Resident Registration begins Wednesday, December 13 at 9 am Non–Resident Registration begins Monday, December 18 at 9 am

Spring Junior Tennis/Pickleball ..........44 Pickleball ................................................45 Platform Tennis ....................................46 Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center ....48 Registration............................................52

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We are here to serve your recreation and leisure needs.

Feel free to call us with any of your concerns at any time. All phone numbers listed here have voicemail so you may leave messages 24 hours a day.

John Bealer Executive Director Chief Administrator of the District. jbealer@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7346

Jim Lakeman Superintendent of Recreation, Facility & Safety Services Department Head for recreation programs and services, safety and outreach services, Lake Bluff Pool, Sunrise Beach, camps, Lake Bluff Preschool, and Fitness Center. jlakeman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7343

Contact our staff, located on the left, with specific questions and concerns. If inquiring about facility rentals, contact the Guest Services Desk at 847-234-4150.

You can also email any questions or concerns to info@lakebluffparkdistrict.org

Park District Proof of Residency To verify eligibility for residential rates for programs, passes, memberships and other Lake Bluff Park District events and services, each resident must submit several documents to verify that your primary residence is located within the corporate boundaries of the Park District. Accepted forms of documentary verification include, but are not limited to, copies of: • a current residency utility bill (electric or gas); • a property tax bill; • a current drivers’ license; • a current government issued ID; • a mortgage statement; • a homeowners or rental insurance policy; • an apartment/housing rental lease/agreement.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Fax ......................................847-234-7275

PARK DISTRICT GUEST SERVICES OFFICE & FITNESS CENTER HOURS

Fitness Center ................847-482-9326

Monday–Friday

5:00 am–9:00 pm

Ben White

Golf Pro Shop ..................847-234-6771

Saturday

7:00 am–6:00 pm

Recreation Services Manager Responsible for before- and after-school, youth athletics, and general programs. bwhite@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7337

Lake Bluff Preschool ......847-457-7352

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7:00 am–5:00 pm

Wolf Peddinghouse

NSSRA ............................847-509-9400

Superintendent of Business Services wpeddinghaus@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7338

Nikki Bullocks Guest Services Manager Responsible for Guest Services and registration operations. nbullocks@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7339

Dana Hansen Preschool and Early Childhood Director dhansen@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7352

Mark Montgomery Fitness, Aquatics and Racquet Manager mmontgomery@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7342

Registration Desk ....847-234-4150 x 0

ARC....................................847-457-7347 Parks Department ........847-295-6449 Pool ....................................847-457-7365

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: As responsible stewards of community resources, the District will enhance the community through recreational experiences in a fun, safe, and healthy environment.

Our Vision: Strengthening the spirit of community.

Our Values: The values that define the internal culture of the Park District mirror the values and expectations of our community: 

Continuous Improvement – We are proactively moving forward to better the District.

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Community – Our activities bring people together to create a family environment.

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Stewardship – We will leave our community better than we found it.

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Service Orientation – We foster a “guest first” attitude through superior experiences and ongoing communication.

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Excellence – As leaders in the community, we strive to be the best we can be and aspire to pride, perfection and quality in all that we do.

Jeff Spillman Communications and Promotions Manager jspillman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7344 Lake Bluff Park District Winter 2024

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FAQ Lake Bluff Park District Boundaries See Proof of Residency requirements on page 2. Please note: A Lake Bluff postal address does not determine Park District residency. Residency is determined by residing within Park District boundaries.

Non-Residents, Commercial Groups, Business and Corporate Residents, Active Adult Non-Residents and City of Lake Forest, as defined by the policy do not receive resident rates for daily admission fees and memberships for the Pool, Open Gym and Sunrise Park and Beach. Open Gym is available for City of Lake Forest middle and high school students. The Non-Resident fees are intended to apportion an equalizing fee to our Non-Resident participants, so they contribute to the overall financing of the park system on an equitable basis with residents. Boundary information is at https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/mapsonline/

Program Guide Delivery: Does It Mean You’re a Resident?

Lake Bluff Park District program guides are delivered by the Lake Bluff Post Office to homeowners/businesses in Lake Bluff, Knollwood, and North Chicago. Even though you receive a program guide through the mail, you may not be a Park District resident. Only those who pay taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are considered residents. Please call the Park District Office at 847-234-4150 if you have any questions concerning resident requirements.

Lake Forest Residents Lake Forest Residents are eligible to receive resident rates for all recreation programs, daily fees and memberships.

Included are Preschool, Fitness, Paddle and Golf memberships, Recreation Programs and Services. Lake Bluff Pool and Beach memberships and fees are not included.

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Mail-In, Fax or Drop Off Registration Now! Online Resident Registration begins Monday, December 11 at 10 am Office/Fax Resident Registration begins Wednesday, December 13 at 9 am Non–Resident Registration begins Monday, December 18 at 9 am

Details, Details

ADA Compliance

High School Students — Take Note:

The Lake Bluff Park District will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. If anyone in your family would like to participate in a Park District program but requires special facilities or equipment because of a disability, please phone 847-234-4150. The Park District will make reasonable accommodations in recreation programs and facilities to enable participation by an individual with a disability. The ADA requires that recreational programs offered by the Park District be available in the most integrated setting appropriate for each individual. If you have any questions about the Park District’s policy regarding ADA, or believe you have been discriminated against by the Park District, contact 847-234-4150. A procedure is available for the resolution of complaints.

All adult programs are open to high school students unless otherwise noted.

Min/Max: For each program at the Park District, there’s a minimum number of registrants needed before a class can “go.” Most teachers are paid per class period, not per student. So if enough people don’t register, the Park District loses money—your money. In order to determine adequate registration, your registration must be at least seven days prior to the first date the class is held.

But why a maximum? The more students, the less individualized attention. We like to keep the student /teacher ratio low to ensure you get what you expect—a high quality program. The minimum number of registrants is the first number shown. The maximum is the second one shown.

Financial Aid Program

Resident/Non-Resident Fees: When two fees for a program are shown with a slash separating them (for example $50/$60), the first fee is the Park District Resident fee, and the second fee is the Non-Resident fee.

Photo Policy: Photos are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or at the District’s parks. Please be aware that these photos are for Park District use only and may be used in the District’s web site, program guides, pamphlets, social media or flyers.

Are You Covered?

The Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for program participants—the cost would make program fees prohibitive. Please review your own personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your family have proper coverage.

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The Lake Bluff Park District provides assistance for residents residing within the boundaries of the Park District. The amount of financial aid awarded is discounted at 25% or 50%, depending on family size, family income and special circumstances.

Those families who qualify may receive a discount in programs that are not contractual in nature. Programs eligible to scholarship recipients include: general early childhood, early childhood enrichment, preschool, special events, adult and youth in-house athletics, camps, regular School of Dance classes (does not include competition dance classes), ARC, Before and After School Care, swim and diving lessons, swim team, and paddle lessons. Facility memberships are not included in the financial aid program. The maximum annual family discount is $1,000.

Any resident interested in this program may stop by the recreation center guest services desk and pick up an application to fill out.

The application is also available on-line at www.lakebluffparks.org. If you have any questions, please call the guest services desk at 847-234-4150.

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Keep the Fun Rolling!

Support the Friends of Lake Bluff Parks www.friendsoflbparks.org Did you know that your tax dollars only provide half the operating budget for the Lake Bluff Park District? The remaining sum is underwritten through program fees and charitable contributions.

Your annual contribution to the Friends of Lake Bluff Parks ensures our park district continues to offer valued programming, safe playgrounds and well-kept recreational facilities.

The generosity of past Lake Bluffers helped to provide these incredible facilities. Please join us to ensure their legacy continues to serve our community for years to come. Let’s keep the fun rolling with your annual contribution!

www.friendsoflbparks.org/support

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Outdoor Fun in Lake Bluff Outdoor Ice Skating The skating rink at Artesian Park will open as soon as weather conditions permit establishing ice. Our rink is lighted for evening use. The park is equipped with a warming house facility complete with washrooms.

Hockey players must confine all play to the hockey side of the rink. HOCKEY PLAY IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE MAIN RINK!

Skating Hours Unless otherwise posted Monday–Friday Saturday Sunday

4:00–9:00 pm 10:00 am–9:00 pm 10:00 am–9:00 pm

Holiday Skating Hours

Blair Park Sled Hill The Park District’s sled hill located at Blair Park will be open for use as soon as it snows! Our hill is great wintertime fun for the whole family. Our hill is well lighted, allowing for sledding until 9:00 pm.

December 17

10:00 am–9:00 pm

December 18

10:00 am–9:00 pm

December 24

10:00 am–9:00 pm

December 25

10:00 am-9:00 pm

December 26–30

10:00 am–9:00 pm

December 31

10:00 am–9:00 pm

Please help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:

January 1

10:00 am-9:00 pm

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No toboggans or snowboards are allowed on the hill.

January 2

10:00 am–9:00 pm

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No sleds are permitted down the rear of the hill.

January 3

10:00 am–9:00 pm

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Take care to begin using the hill only after other sledders have cleared away from the bottom of the hill.

When will the Ice Rink be open?

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This facility is unsupervised; it is the responsibility of all users and their guardians to help ensure that all rules are applied and participants behave in a safe and careful manner.

Weather is the most important issue when building an ice rink.

Ideal conditions for an ice rink would be snow. Three inches of good solid ice is ideal for skating. Snow can act as an insulator, preventing thinner layers of ice from getting thicker during overnight cold temperatures. Ice must be thick enough for staff maintenance, including brushing and clearing of snow, as well as a light application of water to keep the rink smooth.

Our goal is to provide a safe and fun skating environment, with a little help from Mother Nature. We appreciate your patience with our staff and our winter weather!

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Shelter Reservations

Reservations of Blair Park, Sanctuary and Artesian Park shelters DAYS: Monday–Thursday Friday–Saturday Sunday

HOURS: 8:00 am–10:00 pm 8:00 am–11:00 pm 8:00 am–10:00 pm

FEE (RESIDENT/AFFILIATE) $20/$10 $40/$20 $40/$20

Office Hours for reservations: Monday–Thursday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Friday 5:00 am–8:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–5:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–5:00 pm After Labor Day: Monday–Friday 5:00 am–9:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am–6:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am–5:00 pm •

Only one reservation per resident household will be accepted during this time period.

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First come, first served.

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Shelter use is limited to four hours.

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Shelter capacity is 50.

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No phone reservations.

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About Making Reservations •

The Certificate of Insurance must be for a minimum of $1,000,000 Host Liquor Liability with the Lake Bluff Park District added as an additional insured through eventhelper.com or homeowner’s insurance.

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Staff will sign your approved permit and give you a copy.

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Be prepared to present your approved shelter permit to Police or Park Personnel upon request.

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Rent for Fun, Rent for Business!

Birthday Parties, Weddings and Showers, Business Meetings, Social Gatherings and Fundraisers, Tournaments, Team Practices, and more…

The Park District has spaces to rent for almost any type of event. A variety of good dates are available!

The Community Room  Adjust the space for your needs  Enough space and tables/chairs for a meeting of approximately 50 people and open enough for a party of 60  Resident/Community Group Fee: $50/hour Non-Resident Fee: $75/hour Affiliates Fee: $30/hour Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals and $50 clean-up fee if food or drink served.

Bookings are made in whole hours only. Alcohol can be allowed if proper insurance is provided.  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

The Paddle Hut Available for parties, meetings and more!  Fireplace and comfortable furniture, plus court rental if you’d like  Accommodates groups of up to 35  Courts available for exclusive rental Friday and Saturday evenings, with free use of paddles and balls  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

The Gymnasium  Full collegiate-size basketball court, also great for volleyball, badminton, pickleball, relay races, floor hockey, futsal (soccer), and more  When the divider curtain is down, half the gym is a full-size high school basketball court with bleacher seating for spectators  Full Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $100/hr Full Gym Non-Resident Fee: $150/hr Full Gym Affiliates Fee: $75/hr Half-Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $60/hr Half-Gym Non-Resident Fee: $100/hr Half-Gym Affiliates Fee: $50/hr Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals; bookings are made in whole hours only  Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

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Cancellation Fees: Two days or more prior to rental date will be charged a $50 fee. Cancellations within two days of rental date are charged 50% of total party/rental fees. Cancellation due to inclement weather for shelter and field rentals only, will receive a full refund. register online at www.lakebluffparks.org

Summer 2024 Employment Opportunities

Apply online starting February 1 at www.lakebluffparks.org for Summer Employment at the Park District!

Employment Opportunities:

f Swim Pool Cashiers Beach Lifeguards f Swim Pool Concessions Day Camp Counselors f Little Sprouts Counselors Swim Pool Assistants f Sailing Instructors Camp Managers f Beach Attendants Swim Pool Lifeguards

Gain the experience and leadership qualities needed later in life while working in an enjoyable job atmosphere here at the Lake Bluff Park District!

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Lake Bluff Park District Owned Property

Map provided by Lake County GIS Division

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Lake Bluff Pool: Olympic size Swimming Pool, Tot Pool and Locker Facilities Gymnasium Fitness Center and Locker Facilities Running/Jogging Track Five Early Childhood Education Rooms Community Room Two Playgrounds Car and Bicycle Parking Gymnastics Room Administration Offices Lighted Sledding Hill Two Outdoor Tennis Courts Skate Park Two Dance Studios Paddle Tennis Courts and Hut Lake Bluff Public Library Birdhouse Library

5. Playground Area 6. Five Outdoor Tennis Courts 7. Car and Bicycle Parking Lot 8. Bleachers 9. Drinking Fountains 10. Fitness Equipment Area 11. Outdoor Hitting Cage 12. Basketball Area

B. Lake Bluff Golf Club 1. 18 Hole Golf Course 2. Pro-shop and Locker Facilities 3. Parking Lot 4. Food Service 5. Golf Club Maintenance Department and Equipment Storage

C. Sunrise Park and Beach

E. Mawman Park

1. Supervised Swimming Beach and Restrooms 2. Picnic Tables with Grills 3. Boat Launching Off Beach 4. Two Lighted Shelters with Fireplaces 5. Play Equipment

D. Artesian Park 1. Three Baseball/Softball Diamonds (one lighted) 2. Lighted Outdoor Skating and Hockey Rink with Warming Shelter 3. Soccer or Football Field 4. Fieldhouse with Restrooms

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H. Sanctuary Park 1. Play Area 2. Shelter 3. Baseball/Softball Diamond 4. Nature Walking Paths 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

I. Knollwood Park 1. Baseball/Softball Field 2. Two Play Areas 3. Basketball Court 4. Paved Walkway 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

1. Baseball/Softball Diamond 2. Playground Area 3. Basketball Area 4. Soccer or Sports Field 5. Bleachers 6. Drinking Fountain 7. PTO Birdhouse Library

J. Wetlands

F. Sheridan Road Greenstrip

L. West Park

G. Ravine Park

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1. Walking Paths and Nature Preserve

1. Nature Preserve

K. Belle Foret Prairie 1. Walking Paths 1. Baseball/Softball Fields 2. Bleachers 3. Playground 4. Drinking Fountain 5. PTO Birdhouse Library

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Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) facilitates year-round recreation programs and services for children, teens, and adults with disabilities who live in 13 northern suburban communities, including Lake Bluff. With nearly 500 recreation, sport, cultural and social offerings available throughout the year, NSSRA specializes in introducing participants to new experiences, providing opportunities for skill development and leisure time, and, most importantly, creating space for friendships to thrive.

Services NSSRA Offers NSSRA serves approximately 1,800 individuals with disabilities through our traditional and cooperative programs. Participants range in age from preschoolers, youth, and teens to young adults, adults, and seniors. Programs are offered at park district facilities, schools, and other locations throughout the northern suburbs.

Inclusion Support NSSRA’s inclusion support option provides individuals the opportunity to enjoy participation in Lake Bluff Park District programs while receiving the individualized support they need to succeed. NSSRA staff are trained to provide the necessary accommodations to help participants succeed in programs. This not only bene昀ts individuals with disabilities but also enhances the overall experience for all participants, creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment.

For information on Inclusion services or to arrange accommodation, contact Lake Bluff Park District’s NSSRA Inclusion Liaison, Jim Lakeman, at (847) 457-7343 or jlakeman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org.

1221 County Line Rd. Highland Park, IL 60035

NSSRA program guides are available online at nssra.org

(847) 509-9400 info@nssra.org www.nssra.org

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YOUR SUMMER OF FUN AT LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT

SUMMER CAMPS ARE COMING!

Watch for information in March and plan your family’s summer right here at home in Lake Bluff!!

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Family Shamrock Scavenger H u n t NEW !

Families will join us for an Amazing Race-style event across town.

At check-in families will receive a list of riddles that will give them clues as to where all of our shamrocks are hidden.

We encourage families to bike for this event.

The first three families to return to the Artesian Field House with all the “shamrocks” will receive a St. Patty’s Day prize.

18182 CODE: Saturday, March 9 Date: 10 am–12:30 pm Time: Location: Artesian Park/around town All ages Ages: $10 per family member Fee: Min/Max: 25/100

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SPRING EGG HUNTS Egg Hunt Ages 8 and under Saturday, March 23  9 am Lake Bluff Recreation Center Collect eggs and see the Bunny! FREE Family Fun!!

Find the golden eggs and win prizes!

Bring a Basket!! CODE: 18180

Flashlight Egg Hunt Ages 9–12 years Friday, March 22  8pm/at dusk Lake Bluff Recreation Center FREE! Bring a basket and a flashlight! CODE: 18181

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Lake Bluff Preschool Classes For Early Childhood through Kindergarten Welcoming Children 2 to 5 Years Old Program Highlights 2024–2025

COME JOIN US!

 Experienced and caring teachers  Thoughtfully prepared environments for each age  Guidance in learning social skills and making friends  Gentle encouragement to practice independence skills

Lake Bluff Preschool and Afternoon Kindergarten  Morning Preschool for 2, 3, 4 and 5 year olds  Afternoon Preschool for 3.6–5 years  Afternoon Kindergarten for 4.6–5 years

Dana Hansen, Preschool and Early Childhood Director, is delighted to welcome you and your family to Lake Bluff Preschool. Dana believes that building a child’s confidence and independence coupled with a spectacular support system is the key to a child’s success. As a key member of our Lake Bluff Park District Leadership Team, Dana strives for excellence within her programs and for the Park District as a whole. Please feel free to call or pay her a visit, as she is ready and willing to discuss any issues of concern.

847-457-7352 dhansen@lakebluffparkdistrict.org

 Inspiring educational materials and experiences  Lively arts, crafts, music and dramatic play  “Motion Lab” health and wellness program  Afternoon Kindergarten emphasizes and encourages children’s interest in learning the fundamentals of reading, writing skills and math concepts

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Lake Bluff Preschool for Two’s Preschool for Two Year Olds Introduce your child to an enriched and nurturing environment that encourages the development of social skills, language, independence and self-confidence. Our experienced teacher, Megan Bello, focuses on helping children feel comfortable away from home as they experience art, dramatic play and music. Basic concepts such as shapes, colors, the alphabet and numbers are presented in fun and creative ways. Children enjoy this active classroom environment prepared to stimulate their imagination and interest in the world around them. You will enjoy seeing your child grow and make his first friends at school.

CODE: 18284 18285 Dates: No Class: Time: Location: Min/Max:

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DAYS: AGE: Monday/Wednesday 2.0–2.5 years Tuesday/Thursday 2.6–2.11 years September 3/4, 2024–May 21/22, 2025 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 9:00–11:00 am Purple Room 7/10

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Lake Bluff Preschool for Ages 3 to 5 3.0–3.8 year olds

Mixed 3's and 4's

The Monday/Wednesday class is perfect for encouraging children’s enjoyment of school and their eagerness to learn in a playful environment. Tamera Guidarini “Mrs. G” gets them excited to further explore the basic concepts of shapes, colors, numbers, letters and their sounds. Children do activities that help develop fine motor skills in preparation for writing. Fun art, science experiments and lively music are included.

We begin teaching social/emotional skills through the Calm Classroom curriculum.

Our mixed threes & fours classes, taught

by Noel Lynch and Kristin Marchisello, challenge children to apply thought and creativity to engaging educational activities. Whether making unique designs in the classroom block area, creating an art project, learning to graph, gardening or conducting a science experiment, children are encouraged to find connections in what they are learning to express them through speech, art, writing and all ways they are infinitely inspired. We help children become more confident in recognizing the alphabet and the letter sounds, understanding beginning math concepts and refining their writing of letters and numbers. Using games and creative materials, children learn while having fun. You will truly love watching them get prepared for Kindergarten.

CODE: 18282 18283 Dates: Time: Location: No Class: Min/Max:

AGE: DAYS: 3.0–3.8 Monday/Wednesday 3.6–3.11 Tuesday/Thursday/Friday September 3/4, 2024–May 21/22, 2025 (subject to change) 9:00–11:30 am Green Room Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 7/12

3.6–3.11 year olds The older three year olds attend Tuesday/ Thursday/Friday for mornings focused on learning in a playful and nurturing environment. Mrs. G continues encouraging natural interest in letter sounds, writing, counting objects, building with blocks and other materials and creative educational experiences. We expand on the young three’s activities and stimulate their natural curiosity to get them thinking and asking interesting questions. Their classroom is designed to give them opportunities to do more things independently. Our Calm Classroom curriculum is a relaxing and fun part of their day. With stretching and breathing they become aware of how their body feels. Children love learning these skills.

Preschool for 3.0 to 5 Year Olds

CODE: DAYS: 18288 5 days 18289 4 days 18290 3 days (AM only) Morning Class: 9:00–11:30 am Afternoon Class: 11:45 am–3:00 pm

Lake Bluff Morning Preschool classes for 4–5 year olds are offered either four or five days a week.

Afternoon Preschool for 3.0–5 year olds is four days. Children bring their lunch and then enjoy an afternoon of preschool activities.

These Lake Bluff Preschool classes are taught by experienced teachers, Kristin Marchisello and Marcine Zbynski, who know that children love to learn by using their hands. Whether making unique designs in the classroom rock garden, doing a woodworking project, gardening or conducting a science experiment, children are encouraged to find connections in what they are learning and express that through art, writing or in whatever ways they are inspired to do so. We also help them become more confident in recognizing the alphabet and the sounds of the letters, understanding beginning math concepts and refining their skills for writing letters and numbers. Using games and creative materials, children learn while having fun. Our practice of Calm Classroom techniques teach skills that develop focus, concentration and a mind that is relaxed and ready to learn.

Lake Bluff Morning Preschool CODE: AGE: DAYS: 18291/18292 4.0–5 Monday–Thursday 18293/18294 4.0–5 Monday–Friday

TIME: 9:00–11:30 am 9:00–11:30 am

Lake Bluff Afternoon Preschool CODE: 18295 Dates: No Class: Min/Max:

AGE: DAYS: TIME: 3.6–5 Monday–Thursday 11:45 am–3:00 pm September 3, 2024–May 22, 2025 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 10/17

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Afternoon Kindergarten for 4.6–5 years Afternoon Kindergarten The Afternoon Kindergarten Program is designed to engage students in rich and varied activities designed to provide the foundation for academic and social success. The environment provides a healthy balance between whole group, small group and individual work, academic enrichment and play and teacher-directed and self-guided goals and pursuits. Teachers identify students’ individual interests and differentiate instruction to devise units of study to capture imaginations.

Both the child and the class will benefit from a consistent choice of days. Therefore, specific 5, 4 or 3 days chosen stay the same throughout the school year. It is possible to add or drop days on a one-time basis as the school year progresses (tuition will be prorated).

Registrants starting after the first day of school will have their tuition prorated with their actual start date.

CODE: 18296 18297 18298 Age: Days: Dates: No Class: Time: Location: Min/Max:

NO. OF DAYS: Five Days Four Days Three Days 4.6–5 years Monday–Friday September 3, 2024–May 22, 2025 (subject to change) Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar 11:45 am–3:00 pm Blue Room 8/15

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2024–2025 Lake Bluff Preschool Easy Enrollment STEP 1

• Select appropriate class for your child’s age as of September 1, 2024. For Afternoon Kindergarten, select which days of the week your child will be attending (choice of 3, 4 or 5 days) on Billing Agreement.

STEP 2

• Come to the Lake Bluff Park District to complete the registration process. Our office is located at 355 W. Washington Ave. A portion of your first payment is a Non-Refundable Registration Fee ($125) for all programs. Non-Residents pay an additional $50 for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first payment (waived for active military and Lake Forest residents).

STEP 3

• Payment may be made in Full at time of registration or in Monthly Payments.

• We accept all credit/debit cards.

• Payment is divided into nine equal payments. First payment is due at time of registration and remaining 8 payments are automatically deducted on the 15th day or up to five business days after for the months of October 2023 through April 2024 from your account. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable. Therefore, if you withdraw prior to the start of the program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdrawal is prorated out with the last day attended and with the service charge of $125.

Tuition 2024–2025 AGE AS OF 9/1/2024 2.0–2.5 2.6–2.11 3.0–3.8 3.6–3.11 3.0–4.5 3.0-4.5 3.0-4.5 4.0–5 4.0–5

DAYS: M/W Tu/Th M/W Tu/Th/F 3 Days M–Th M–F M–Th M–F

TIME: 9–11 am 9–11 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am 9–11:30 am

TUITION: $3,087 $3,087 $3,276 $3,915 $3,879 $4,518 $5,166 $5,121 $5,166

9 PAYMENTS: $343 $343 $364 $435 $431 $502 $574 $502 $574

Afternoon Preschool 3.6–5 M–Th

11:45 am–3 pm

$3,942

$438

Afternoon Kindergarten 4.6–5 5 Days 4.6–5 4 Days 4.6–5 3 Days

11:45 am–3 pm 11:45 am–3 pm 11:45 am–3 pm

$4,248 $3,942 $3,222

$472 $438 $358

IMPORTANT FACTS:

• Early Registration Dates for the 2024–2025 school year offered to families currently registered at Lake Bluff Preschool are January 9–13 (Monday–Friday) from 9:00 am to noon. Please come to the Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services for registration forms and details. Regular registration begins January 15 at 9:00 am.

• Classes begin Tuesday, September 3 for Preschool (subject to change). Lake Bluff Preschool follows the Lake Bluff School District 65 schedule, with some exceptions. Refer to your Preschool calendar.

• Children enrolling in Lake Bluff Preschool for the first time must submit a copy of their Birth Certificate and an updated vaccination report from your pediatrician by the first day of school.

• Children 2.0–2.11 years old need not be toilet trained. Children over the age of 3 must be toilet trained and out of diapers/pullups to participate in the program.

• QUESTIONS? Call Preschool and Early Childhood Education Director Dana Hansen at 847-457-7352.

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2024–2025 Lake Bluff Preschool Registration 355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150 Family’s Last Name ____________________________________________ Contact Phone ______________________________________________________________ Child’s Last Name if Different from Parent ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ City ________________________________ Zip CODE ____________________ Preferred Email Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mother’s Name (if residing in household) ________________________ Mother’s Cell Phone __________________________________________________________ Father’s Name (if residing in household) ________________________Father’s Cell Phone ____________________________________________________________

Program CODE

Name of Child

Gender

Birthdate Mo/Day/Yr

Age as of 09/01/2024

Days/Time

Billing Agreement on other side must be completed and signed for registration to be complete.

Do you need any accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to effectively participate in the above activity and/or facility?  Yes  No Please call the Park District office at 847-234-4150 x 0 to confirm your request for accommodation.

INSURANCE LIABILITY WAIVER The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. The Lake Bluff Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety. Please recognize that the Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review their own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Lake Bluff Park District automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the District REQUIRES the execution of the following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed above, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss regardless of severity which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages and losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program.

PERMISSION TO SECURE TREATMENT In the event of emergency, I authorize District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned Program Details, Waiver and Release of All Claims and Permission to Secure Treatment. (Note: Please sign in an appropriate space below.)

I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver on this page, and I understand that my signature is required below in order to participate in Lake Bluff Park District programs.

Signature ____________________________________________________________________________ Date ________________________________ Next, fill out the Billing Agreement Page — Registration is then Complete!

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Lake Bluff Preschool Billing Agreement First & Last Name on Credit/Debit Card:

____________________________________________________

Credit/Debit Card: ________________________________________________________________________ Exp Date: ________________________________________________________________________________ CVC#:____________________________________________________________________________________ Circle One: Paying in Full (add $50/program for N-R only)

CODE#____________

$_____________

OR Payment Plan (add $50/program for N-R only to 1st payment) CODE

Child’s Name

1st Payment (N-R add $50) Remaining 8 Payments

For Afternoon Kindergarten or mixed 3's and 4's: : Circle the 3, 4, or 5 days attending each week: M Tu W Th F 2024–2025 TERMS & CONDITIONS •

By signing this agreement, I agree to pay the Lake Bluff Park District Preschool tuition payments shown above either in full or in 9 installment payments. I agree to be liable for the 2024–2025 tuition, with the first payment to be paid at the time of registration and remaining payments on the fifteenth day of the month or up to five business days after for October 2024 through April 2025. Non-Residents pay an additional $50 for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first payment.

•

I agree it is my responsibility to have adequate funds in my account to cover these transactions and to update my credit card/debit card information if it should change.

•

Requests for withdrawal from this program must be made in writing and approved in order to cancel this billing agreement and will require a final fee that corresponds with the cancellation policy. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable so if you withdraw prior to the start of the program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdrawal is prorated out with the last day attended and with the service charge of $125.

•

Registrants starting after the first day of school will have their tuition prorated with their actual starting date.

•

Any transaction rejected due to no fault of the Park District will be assessed a $20 service fee each time.

Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _______________________ If you have filled out the Registration Page, your Registration is Complete!

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Preschool STEAM and Executive Functioning STEAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Creativity and Math education.

We focus on these areas together not only because the skills and knowledge in each discipline are essential for student success, but also because these fields are deeply intertwined in the real world and in how students learn most effectively.

STEAM is an interdisciplinary and applied approach that is coupled with hands-on, problem-based learning.

(Check out all the STEAM offerings this season.)

Children not enrolled in Lake Bluff Preschool must provide an updated vaccination report to participate in enrichment programs.

Movers and Shakers It is a playdate with purpose! Children will have fun with Mrs. G and friends while participating in a variety of board games and physical fitness games. Playing games together provides kids opportunities for working on social skills, direction following, memory, sustained attention, self-control, and fine and gross motor physical skills. Do not forget to bring a nut-free lunch!

CODE: 18242 18243 18244 No Class: Day: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 22–February 12 (4 sessions) February 26–April 8 (6 sessions) April 15–May 20 (6 sessions) March 25 Monday 11:30 am–1:30 pm 3.5–5 years Green Classroom 5/10

FEE: $76/$83 $116/$123 $116/$123

S.T.E.A.M. Team Bring your curiosity and enjoy hands on observation and exploration with Mrs. G. Children will engage in fun projects and activities designed to make connections with and grow their love of learning in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Don’t forget to bring a nut-free lunch!

CODE: 18245 18246 18247 18248 18249 18250 No Class: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DAY: DATES: Tuesday January 16–February 20 (6 sessions) Wednesday January 17–February 21 (6 sessions) Tuesday February 27–April 9 (6 sessions) Wednesday February 28–April 10 (6 sessions) Tuesday April 16–May 21 (6 sessions) Wednesday April 17–May 22 (6 sessions) March 26 & 27 11:30 am–1:30 pm 3.5–5 years Green Classroom 5/10

FEE: $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123

Book Worms Inch your way into our preschoolers’ book club! Children will read a teacher-provided story and participate in related fun games and crafts. Bring your lunch (nut free of course). Mrs. Bello looks forward to sharing her love of reading with you.

CODE: 18251 18252 18253 18254 18255 18256 No Class: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

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DAY: DATES: Tuesday January 16–February 20 (6 sessions) Wednesday January 17–February 21 (6 sessions) Tuesday February 27–April 9 (6 sessions) Wednesday February 28–April 10 (6 sessions) Tuesday April 16–May 21 (6 sessions) Wednesday April 17–May 22 (6 sessions) March 26 & 27 11:30 am–1:30 pm 3.5–5 years Yellow Classroom 5/8

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FEE: $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123 $116/$123

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Preschool STEAM and Executive Functioning continued Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes Coordinate your mind and body with Mrs. G and friends! Children will explore mindfulness through breath & balance, rhythm through music and body awareness through yoga.

Remember to bring a nut-free lunch to power up for this fun and active class!

CODE: 18257 18258 18259 Day & Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 18–February 22 (5 sessions) February 29–April 11 (6 sessions) April 18–May 23 (6 sessions) Thursday 11:30 am–1:30 pm 3–5 years Green Classroom 5/10

NO CLASS: February 15 March 28

FEE: $97/$104 $116/$123 $116/$123

Terrific Twos and Threes Have your 2.5–3.5 year-old join Mrs. Bello for a playful morning of fun activities. Mrs. Bello has a gift for planning activities and exercises children enjoy. They may have so much fun they will not want to leave! A child being together with friends helps encourage language development, social skills, and independence. This is one fun Friday! Snack is provided for this class.

Let us teach your child ways to improve their Executive Functioning Skills.

Controlled by the brain’s frontal lobe, Executive Functioning Skills are one’s working memory, control/self-regulation and cognitive flexibility. These three skills help the brain organize and act on information. They enable people to plan, organize, remember things, prioritize, pay attention and get started on tasks.

They also help people use information and experiences from the past to solve current problems.

A strong working memory means you have the ability to retain fresh information long enough to able to do something with the information. People with strong working memories find it easier to recall and manipulate information they hear without needing to write it down.

Having control/self regulation is the quality that allows you to stop yourself from doing things you want to do that might not be in your best interest.

Having cognitive flexibility is the ability to switch between thinking about two different concepts, and to think about multiple concepts simultaneously.

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CODE: 18266 18267 18268 Day & Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 19–February 23 (5 sessions) March 1–April 12 (6 sessions) April 19–May 24 (6 sessions) Friday 9:00–11:00 am 2.5–3.5 years Purple Room 3/12

NO CLASS: February 16 March 29

FEE: $165/$172 $198/$205 $198/$205

Engineering for Preschoolers Calling all little engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering concepts for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Mrs. Lynch encourages builders to stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents. Snack included. Lake Bluff Preschool students may enter class at 3:00 pm.

CODE: 18260 18261 18262 Day & Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 19–February 23 (5 sessions) March 1–April 12 (6 sessions) April 19–May 24 (6 sessions) Friday 11:30–1:30 pm 3.5–5 years Yellow Classroom 5/10

NO CLASS: February 16 March 29

FEE: $97/$104 $116/$123 $116/$123

Blast Off into the World of Art Kids create with wood, paint, clay, and wire! A little of this and with A LOT of imagination, kids will build masterpieces with Miss Kristin. This class will join the Art Show at the end of the session. Do not forget to bring your nut-free lunch!

CODE: 18263 18264 18265 Day & Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 19–February 23 (5 sessions) March 1–April 12 (6 sessions) April 19–May 24 (6 sessions) Friday 11:30 am–1:30 pm 3.5–5 years Rainbow Classroom 5/12 Page 22

NO CLASS: February 16 March 29

FEE: $97/$104 $116/$123 $116/$123

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Afterschool Elementary STEAM and Executive Functioning WALKOVER INCLUDED IN FEE FOR THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS Engineering for Kindergarteners

We will walk your child from LBES to

Calling all engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering concepts for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Builders are encouraged to stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents. Snack included.

Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.

CODE: 18269 18270 18271 Day: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 22–February 12 (4 sessions) February 26–April 8 (6 sessions) April 15–May 20 (6 sessions) Monday 3:15–4:30 pm 6 (Kindergarten) Purple Classroom 5/10

NO CLASS: March 25

FEE: $93/$100 $139/$146 $139/$146

Engineering Master engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering concepts for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Builders are encouraged to stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents. Snack included.

Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.

CODE: 18273 18274 18275 Day: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 22–February 12 (4 sessions) February 26–April 8 (6 sessions) April 15–May 20 (6 sessions) Monday 3:15–4:30 pm 7–10 years Yellow Classroom 5/10

NO CLASS: March 25

FEE: $93/$100 $139/$146 $139/$146

Sci-fari

your child’s Park District class –for no additional charge. Just sit back and let us do the walking!

Please email your child’s teacher with the dates for Walkovers.

Makerspace Makerspace is a place where students imagine, explore, create, tinker, play, generate, produce, design, manufacture, manipulate, invent, and construct. Bring your curiosity to this class and Mrs. Lynch will provide all the tools and materials necessary for your success!

Calling all inventors!!! Snack provided.

Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.

CODE: 18276 18277

DATES: Jan.17–Feb. 21 (6 sessions) Feb. 28–April 10 (6 sessions) No Class: March 27 18278 April 17–May 22 (6 sessions) Time: 3:15–4:30 pm Day: Wednesday Age: 6–10 years Location: Yellow Classroom Min/Max: 5/10 Fee: $139/$146

Take a scientific expedition to observe, investigate and discover how nature works!

Curiosity fuels this journey filled with hands-on, explorations, projects, and experiments.

Think motion, symmetry, weather, phenomena, crystals, bats and more! Snack included.

Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.

CODE: 18279 18280 18281 Day: Time: Age: Location: Min/Max:

DATES: January 18–February 22 (5 sessions) February 29–April 11 (6 sessions) April 18–May 23 (6 sessions) Thursday 3:15–4:30 pm 7–10 years Green Classroom 5/10

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Before- and After-School Programs Early Bird Program (Before School) We open at 6:30 am for parents who need to leave for work before the start of school.

You do not have to be in the After-School Rec Club (ARC) to participate in Early Bird.

This program is for Lake Bluff Elementary School children only. The children will be walked over to Lake Bluff Elementary School by 8:00 am.

The children will have a chance to read, play board games, color, and enjoy crafts until the start of the school day. They may bring a cold breakfast to have while here.

Option Morning

Drop-Off Time 6:30 am

5 Day $239

See next page for Days Off School/Holidays and LBES scheduled Half-Day

3 Day Flex $131

A.R.C. Program (After School) The Afterschool Recreation Club is a program for working parents that offer a variety of activities ranging from crafts and basketball to homework and snacks. This program is for children in afternoon kindergarten through 5th grade attending Lake Bluff Elementary School.

OPTION: Full Day Half Day

PICK-UP TIME: 6:00 pm 4:30 pm

5 DAY: $352 $239

SESSION: 5 6 7 8 9

DATES: January 9–February 8 February 9–March 11 March 12–April 15 April 16–May 14 May 15–June 4

3 DAY FLEX: $238 $165 PAYMENT DEADLINE: January 2, 2024 February 2, 2024 March 5, 2024 April 9, 2024 May 8, 2024

For additional questions on ARC, Early Bird, Special Days & In-House Days, contact Ben White at 847-457-7337.

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In-House & Special Days Programs continued In-House Day (Half-Day of School) We offer In-House Days at the Park District whenever LBES has a scheduled half-day. Students are walked over from LBES, but should bring a lunch with them.

In-House Days are only for children currently enrolled in the corresponding ARC session.

Age: Location: 17981 Time: Fee:

K–5th Grade Community Room/Gym Thursday, February 1 11:05 am–6:00 pm $45 per day

Note: Registration for children not enrolled in ARC opens after the payment deadline on the previous page for the corresponding sessions.

For additional questions on ARC, Early Bird, Special Days & In-House Days, contact Ben White at 847-457-7337.

Special Days (No School) Trips for days off school are available to all ARC children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade. These days include trips to different destinations in the area with drop off and pick up at the Lake Bluff Park District. Days offered for the 2023–2024 school year are listed here.

Field trip destinations will be posted later. Please note trips are subject to cancellation if we do not meet minimum enrollment.

Ages: K–5th Grade Place: Community Room/Gym Time: 8:00 am–6:00 pm Fee: $71 per day Min/Max: 15/45

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CODE: 17975 17976 17977 17978 17979 17980 17982 17983 17984 17985 17986 17987 17988 17989 17990

DATE: January 2 (Winter Break) January 3 (Winter Break) January 4 (Winter Break) January 5 (Winter Break) January 8 (Winter Break) January 15 (MLK Day) February 2 (No School) February 16 (Institute Day) February 19 (Presidents’ Day) March 25 (Spring Break) March 26 (Spring Break) March 27 (Spring Break) March 28 (Spring Break) March 29 (Spring Break) May 3 (Institute Day)

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Parent-Child Program

Music Together “Bongo” Collection of Songs Music Together classes build on children’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement to help develop your child’s basic musical skills. Classes are mixed-age (birth to kindergarten) and focus on adult/child interaction, so siblings attend class together. Infants blend with any age group and their musical development benefits from early exposure. Class is 10 weeks.

CODE: 18299 18300 Age: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

DAY/TIME: DATE: Wednesday 9:30–10:15 am January 10–March 13 Saturday 10:00–10:45 am January 13–March 16 Mixed Ages Dance Studio II 6/12 (child & parent couple) $210 (1st child & parent) $150 (first sibling) Addl. siblings and siblings under 6 months – No charge Please note, if a family withdraws after the first class, they will be charged a $45 materials fee.

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Mommy and Me O’Hare Irish Dance Mommy and Me O’Hare Irish Dance Workshop O'Hare Irish Dance is excited to offer a 'Mommy & Me' class for parents and children ages 2.5–5! Learn the Irish Jig with your little one just in time for St. Patrick's Day! Free t-shirts included.

CODE: Age: Day: Dates: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

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18183 2.5–5 years Friday March 8 4:00–5:30 pm Dance Studio II 4/15 O’Hare Irish Dance $25/$30 per person

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Lake Bluff Park District Gymnastics/Tumbling Baby Gym Level 1 for 6–12 months Your baby will be delighted in this gymnastics class with Mom, Dad or caregiver. This class will work on good developmental skills for reaching milestones. In this class, we will work on 6 to 12 month old skills through active playtime, singing songs with hands on tools, stretches, rolling, crawling, swinging, and balancing.

Day: CODE:

Tuesday Session I: 18152 Session II: 18154

Day: CODE:

Thursday Session I: 18153 Session II: 18155

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

10:00–10:30 am 4/8 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

Baby Gym Level 2 for 1 year olds (12–24 months) Your toddler will be delighted in this gymnastics class with Mom, Dad or caregiver. This class will work on good developmental skills for reaching milestones. In this class, we will work on 12 to 24 month old skills through active playtime, singing songs with hands on tools, stretches walking, swinging, and balancing, and climbing.

Day: CODE:

Tuesday Session I: 18156 Session II: 18158

Day: CODE:

Thursday Session I: 18157 Session II: 18159

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

10:30–11:00 am 4/8 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

Toddler Gymnastics/Tumbling Level 3 for ages 2–3 year olds (Free Walkover from Lake Bluff Pre-School) Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to tumble, jump, cartwheel, somersault, make bridges, do back bends, work with the trampoline, bars, beam, and other physical challenges to build upper and lower body strength.

Day: CODE:

Tuesday Session I: 18160 Session II: 18162

Day: CODE:

Thursday Session I: 18161 Session II: 18163

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

11:00–11:30 am 4/8 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

Classes must have a minimum of 4 students in order to run.

8 Week–Session I: January 9–March 2 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 8 Week–Session II: March 5–May 4 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 No gymnastics classes the week of Spring Break March 25–31.

No Refunds after the first day of classes.

Toddler Gymnastics/Tumbling for 2.5–5 year olds Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to tumble, jump, cartwheel, somersault, make bridges, do back bends, work with the trampoline, bars, beam, and other physical challenges to build upper and lower body strength.

Day/Time:

CODE:

Tuesday 11:30 am–12:15 pm (Free Walkover provided from Lake Bluff Pre-School) Session I: 18164 Session II: 18167

Day/Time: CODE:

Tuesday 1:30–2:15 pm Session I: 18311 Session II: 18312

Day/Time: CODE:

Thursday 1:30–2:15 pm Session I: 18165 Session II: 18168

Day/Time: CODE:

Saturday 8:15–9:00 am Session I: 18166 Session II: 18169

Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

4/8 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

The Gymnastics Room The Gymnastics Room is located inside the gym and is completely padded for safety. We have unique equipment including hanging rings, monkey bars, trapeze, a climbing rope and ladder, as well as traditional beam, bar, tumbling mats, and mini trampoline.

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Big Kid Gymnastics/Tumbling — Walkover Available Classes must have a minimum of 4 students in order to run.

8 Week–Session I: January 9–March 2 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 8 Week–Session II: March 5–May 4 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 No gymnastics classes the week of Spring Break March 25–31.

No Refunds after the first day of classes.

Level 1 Gymnastics/Tumbling for 5–9 year olds Walkover from Lake Bluff Elementary School available Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to do somersaults– frontward and backwards–and work on backbends, handstands, cartwheels, back walkovers, and front walkovers. This class will also incorporate building upper and lower body strength to help master tumbling skills.

FEE: Day: CODE:

Thursday Session I: 18170 Session II: 18171

$138/$158 $138/$158

Day: CODE:

Thursday Walkover Session I: 18313 Session II: 18314

$19 $19

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

3:10–4:00 pm 4/15 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

TGIF Gymnastics/Tumbling for 5–11 year olds Walkover from Lake Bluff Elementary School available Your child will get the opportunity to work on certain tumbling skills they want to master. This class is designed as an open gym class. Must have taken one tumbling class prior to this class.

FEE: Day: CODE:

Friday Session I: 18172 Session II: 18173

$138/$158 $138/$158

Day: CODE:

Friday Walkover Session I: 18315 Session II: 18316

$19 $19

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

3:10–4:00 pm 4/15 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room See next page for more

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Big Kid Gymnastics/Tumbling Classes must have a minimum of 4 students in order to run.

8 Week–Session I: January 9–March 2 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 8 Week–Session II: March 5–May 4 Res./Non-Res. $138/$158 No gymnastics classes the week of Spring Break March 25–31.

No Refunds after the first day of classes.

Level 1 Petite Gymnastics/Tumbling for 5–9 year olds Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to do somersaults– frontward and backwards–and work on backbends, handstands, cartwheels, back walkovers, and front walkovers. This class will also incorporate building upper and lower body strength to help master tumbling skills.

Day: CODE:

Saturday Session I: 18174 Session II: 18175

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

9:45–10:30 am 4/15 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

Level 2 Gymnastics/Tumbling for 8–12 year olds Your child will be delighted in this gymnastics class learning to do somersaultsfrontward and backwards, work on backbends, handstands, cartwheels, back walkovers, and front walkovers. This class will also incorporate building upper and lower body strength to help master tumbling skills.

Day: CODE:

Thursday Session I: 18176 Session II: 18177

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

4:00–4:50 pm 4/15 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

Level 2 Junior/Teen Gymnastics/Tumbling for 9–14 year olds Your child will get the opportunity to work on certain tumbling skills they want to master. This class is designed as an open gym class. Must have taken one tumbling class prior to this class.

Day: CODE:

Wednesday Session I: 18178 Session II: 18177

Time: Min/Max: Instructor: Location:

6:00–6:50 pm 4/15 Miss Brittany/Miss Katie Gymnastics Room

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Lake Bluff School of Dance Dance Director contact: Brittany Goodrich bgoodrich@lakebluffparkdistrict.org 847-457-7340 Dance Attire Ballet & Lyrical are to come with their hair in a bun, solid color leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes.

Demi-Pointe/Pointe classes are to come in solid color leotard, pink tights, Demi-pointe shoes.

Hair in a bun.

Jazz are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch super jazz shoes.

Details About Our Program Welcome to Lake Bluff School of Dance where our focus as a park district family is to provide highquality dance instruction in a fun and inspiring atmosphere.

Our dance program offers a variety of dance classes for all ages to enjoy.

We take pride as a community in proper technique while building and developing a student’s confidence, self-image and self-awareness.

Whether students are beginning their career as a dancer or simply looking to enrich their lives through the beautiful motion of dance, Lake Bluff School of Dance will help all dancers meet their goals to their fullest potential.

Our Program is a full year commitment offered in three semesters.

Refunds: No dance refunds will be issued after first day of classes. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be issued.

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Fees: Payment is due at the time of registration for each semester. There will be no payment plans allowed for regular dance classes except competition team classes. Note that if a class doesn’t have a minimum of four students, it will be combined with another class or cancelled.

Safety & Security: Students should not be left unsupervised for long periods of time before or after class.

Location: Dance Studio I or Dance Studio II (Located at the Recreation Center) Attendance: Students are expected to be ON TIME for their class with their DANCE ATTIRE and hair up. If a child is not in dress code, the teacher has the right to ask the child to sit the entire class.

Students in Competition and Company classes are not allowed to miss more than five classes for the entire Semester I/Semester II year. All classes the week of competition are mandatory. If a student misses more than five classes, the teacher has the right to remove that student from company/competition.

Commitment is necessary in order to run these kinds of programs effectively.

Thanks for your understanding!

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Tap classes are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts, and tan Bloch tap shoes.

Hip Hop are to come with their hair up, solid color leotard, black shorts and gym shoes. Boys may wear comfortable clothing.

Poms/Jumps, Leaps & Turns classes are to come with their hair up, black leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch super jazz shoes.

Competition classes are to come in black leotard, black shorts and tan Bloch Super jazz shoes. Hair in a bun.

Pre Ballet/Dance Medley are to come in pink or black leotard, hair in a bun, pink tights, pink ballet shoes and tap shoes for the Pre Ballet/Tap class.

Lake Forest Residents The Park District recognizes Lake Forest citizens receive resident rates for Fitness, Paddle, Golf Club and Dance Classes. This policy includes all daily fees, memberships and class fees in these areas.

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Lake Bluff School of Dance continued Class Descriptions Pre-Ballet (Beginner–Pre-School) and Dance Medley In these levels children will develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor will introduce children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students will express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility and their awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing will increase their ability to listen to and dance with the music.

Ballet, Demi-Pointe and Pointe These levels more formally offer children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing emotional and physical maturity. The students will build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary and develop proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They will develop a coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises.

As they progress through the levels, the difficulty and sophistication of the classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology and general stage and theater craft.

Jazz

Pre-Hip-Hop

Jazz class will focus on learning proper dance technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythms and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz such as Broadway, Street and Contemporary to help develop a well-rounded dancer. Class curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, jumps, leaps, turns, and across-the-floor progressions and combinations. As students progress through each level curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate.

Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Tap Tap classes are designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn a variety of tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm tap. Exercises focus on building flexibility of the knee and ankles, coordination and speed of movement. The class emphasis is on developing proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds and having fun. As students’ progress through each level curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate.

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Jumps, Leaps, and Turns In this class, you will be learning the proper technique, alignment and execution of the most popular turns, leaps and jumps; fouette turns, turns a la seconde, pirouettes, chaine and pique turns, grand jetes, center leaps, surprise leaps, turning leaps, barrel leaps, Russian jumps, attitude jumps, ring jumps and much more. This class is great for those that are interested in doing Poms in grade school and in high school.

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Lake Bluff School of Dance continued Winter Pre-School/Recital Dance Class Schedule

Classes must have a minimum of 4 students in order to run.

No Refunds after the first day of classes.

8 Week–Session I: January 9 –March 2nd Res./Non-Res. $144/$164 8 Week–Session II: March 5th –May 4th Res./Non-Res. $200/$220 Price includes classes and Recital performance cost/costume to keep. (This session includes dancers participating in the Dance Recital at Gorton Theater).

Dress Rehearsal is May 17 Recital is May 18 No dance classes the week of Spring Break March 25–31.

Pre-School Tiny Tots Dance Classes/Recital Showcase for Session II Only CODE: Session I

CODE: CLASS: Session II

18100

18107 Pre-Ballet Tuesday 11:00–11:45 am 2–5 years *Includes free walkover from Lake Bluff Park District Pre-School classrooms.

Miss Jenny

II

18101

18108

3–5 years

Miss Jenny

II

18102

18109 Pre-Ballet/Jazz Wednesday 11:00–11:30 am 2–3 years *Includes free walkover from Lake Bluff Park District Pre-School classrooms.

Miss Katie

II

18103

18110 Pre-Ballet Thursday 11:30–12:15 am 2–5 years *Includes free walkover from Lake Bluff Park District Pre-School classrooms.

Miss Brittany

II

18104

18111

Pre-Jazz/Hip Hop

2–5 years

Miss Katie

II

18105

18112

Baby Ballet with Saturday Parent or Caregiver

7:45–8:15 am

1–2 years

Miss Britany

II

18106

18113

Pre-Ballet

Saturday

9:00–9:45 am

2–3 years

Miss Katie

II

18326

18327

Pre-Hip Hop

Friday

11:00–11:45 am

2–5 years

Miss Britany

I

18132

18328

Petite Ballet

Saturday

9:00–9:45 am

4–6 years

Miss Britany

I

Dance Medley

DAY:

Tuesday

TIME:

3:15–4:00 pm

Wednesday 4:00–4:45 pm

AGE:

INSTRUCTOR:

STUDIO:

See next page for more details

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Lake Bluff School of Dance continued

Winter Class Schedule/Recital Dance Schedule • 15 weeks January 8 –May 4 Dress Rehearsal is May 17 Recital is May 18 No classes the week of Spring Break March 18–31 Dance class makeup week is May 6-12 Classes must have a minimum of 4 students in order to run.

No refunds after the first day of classes.

(This session includes dancers participating in the Dance Recital at Gorton Theater in Lake Forest, IL).

Household Family Discount Registration Program for Multiple Dance Classes *Discounts can ONLY be applied at the Lake Bluff Guest Services Counter and NOT online.

1st Class:

No Discount

2nd Class:

5% Discount off program fee

3rd Class:

10% Discount off program fee

Dress Rehearsal is May 17 Recital is May 18

2024 Winter Session Dance Tuition Monday–Saturday Classes 50 Minute Class Res/Non-Res Additional Costume Fee of $60 (Recital Costume to Keep) $316/$336 Jr./Teen J,L,T and Teen Poms (No Recital Costume Fee)

50 Minute Class

Non Recital Classes Petite Competition Class 50 Minute Class (No Recital Costume Fee) School Walkover Fee Per Dance Class * If a dancer is registered for 2 classes but on multiple days then you will be charged two separate $30 fees.

CODE 18136 18137 18138 18139

DAY Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

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Res/Non-Res $295/$315

Fee $295

$30 (Comes out to $2.30 a class per dancer for each class per week).

Dancers will be walked over from Lake Bluff Elementary School to their dance class at 3:10 pm. Dancers will be supervised until the class starts. If you choose to opt out of the walkover fee the Park District is not responsible for getting your child to the dance class.

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4th Class & and each additional class: 15% Discount off program fee * Dance discounts only apply per family household. * Pointe Class must count as your first class. * Pre-School classes are not included in discount tier. * Dance discounts apply per session only. * Prorating cannot be combined with Dance Discount Tier.

Schedules start next page.

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Lake Bluff School of Dance continued Winter Dance Schedule CODE:

CLASS:

LEVEL:

TIME:

AGE:

INSTRUCTOR:

STUDIO:

Monday Classes 18114

Teen Jazz

Intermediate

5:50–6:40 pm

12–14 years

Miss Brittany

II

18115

Junior Poms

Intermediate

4:50–5:40 pm

5–10 years

Miss Katie

I

18116

Hip Hop

Beginner

4:00–4:50 pm

6–11 years

Miss Katie

I

18117

Petite Poms Beg/Inter 3:10–4:00 pm (School Walkover only from Lake Bluff Elementary School)

5–9 years

Miss Brittany

II

18118

Musical Theater Beginner 3:10–4:00 pm (School Walkover only from Lake Bluff Elementary School)

5–10 years

Miss Katie

Fitness Rm

18119

Petite Jazz/Hip-Hop

Beginner

4:00–4:50 pm

6–10 years

Miss Jenny

I

18120

Junior Jazz

Intermediate

4:00–4:50 pm

9–11 years

Miss Brittany

II

18122

Teen Ballet

Advanced

4:50–5:50 pm

12–14 years

Miss Jenny

I

18123

Teen Pointe

Advanced

5:50–6:40 pm

12–14 years

Miss Jenny

II

18124

Petite Cheerleading Beginner 3:10–4:00 pm (School Walkover only from Lake Bluff Elementary School)

5–9 years

Miss Katie

II

18125

Petite Jazz Beginner 3:10–4:00 pm (School Walkover only from Lake Bluff Elementary School)

5–9 years

Miss Brittany

II

18126

Teen Poms Advanced 7:00–7:50 pm 12–14 years *This is taught by two dancers on the Lake Forest High School Varsity Poms Team.

Miss Kate/Blakely

II

Tuesday Classes

Wednesday Classes

Thursday Classes 18127

Junior Cheerleading

4:50-5:40 pm

7-11 years

Miss Sofia/Katie

II

18128

Petite Ballet/Tap Combo Beg/Inter 3:10-4:00 pm (School Walkover only from Lake Bluff Elementary School)

5-9 years

Miss Jenny

II

18129

Junior Ballet

Intermediate

4:00-4:50 pm

9-11 years

Miss Jenny

I

18130

Petite Ballet/Jazz

Beginner

4:50-5:40 pm

6-10 years

Miss Jenny

I

18131

Petite Tap

Beginner

5:40-6:20 pm

6-10 years

Miss Jenny

I

Beg/Inter

Saturday Classes 18133

Petite Ballet/Tap

Beginner

9:45-10:30 am

5-9 years

Miss Brittany

II

18134

Petite Poms

Beginner

10:30-11:15 am

5-9 years

Miss Brittany/Katie

II

18135

Junior Combo Class (Ballet, Jazz, Acro)

Beginner

11:15 am-12:00 pm

9-11 years

Miss Brittany/Katie

II

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Youth Recreation Magic Class Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks from the “Magic Team of Gary Kantor”! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session!

CODE: 18201 18202 Age: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

DAYS: DATES: Friday January 12 Friday May 10 5–12 5:00–5:55 pm Community Room 5/35 Magic Team of Gary Kantor $22/$24 per child

NEW! NERF: Special Ops & Pizza Party Calling all special agents! Kids will enjoy a couple of rounds of nerf battles, obstacle courses, and a couple of skills competitions. Our evening will end with a small awards ceremony, and a pizza party.

All players must bring eye protection, Nerfgun and darts specific to their nerf gun.

CODE: 18189 18190 Age: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

Archery at Artesian

Archery for the Whole Family!

Ever wanted to learn how to shoot a bow & arrow? this introductory class will focus on the fundamentals of archery, use of equipment, learning eye dominancy, stance and shooting techniques, safety rules and scoring. Archery is a unique and exciting sport that teaches patience, accuracy, control and a fun sense of camaraderie CODE: 18191 18192 18227 18228 18329 18330 18193 18194

TIME: 6:00–7:00 pm 6:00–7:00 pm 7:00–8:00 pm 7:00–8:00 pm 7:00–8:00 pm 7:00–8:00 pm 6:00–7:00 pm 6:00–7:00 pm

Age: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

8+ years Artesian Field House 5/12 John Bloom $120/$140

DAYS: Tuesdays Wednesdays Tuesdays Wednesdays Tuesdays Wednesdays Tuesdays Wednesdays

DATES: March 5–April 9 March 6–April 10 March 5–April 9 March 6–April 10 April 16–May 14 April 17–May 15 April 16–May 14 April 17–May 15

NO CLASS: March 26 March 27 March 26 March 27

NEW!

DAYS: DATES: Friday March 8 Friday May 3 5–12 6:00–8:00 pm Community Room/Gym 10/40 Ben White $25/$30 per child

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Youth Recreation: Glitzy Girlz Glitzy Girlz: Winter Fantasy Glam Come beat the Winter slump and join Glitzy Girlz (www.glitzygirlz.com) for a night of glam with a unicorn rainbow fantasy theme. Our staff will give a pretty make-over complete with hairdo, make-up sparkle and nail polish application. Decorate a unique craft with paints, stickers, embellishments and personalization. Design a beautiful beaded bracelet with a fantasy charm assortment. Staff will play music and we will have props and a backdrop to take photos before class ends for parents. A glam goodie bag goes home with each participant.

CODE: Age: Day: Dates: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

18184 4–10 years Friday January 12 6:00–7:15 pm Community Room 6/25 Glitzy Girlz $36/$40 per child

Glitzy Girlz: Peace, Love, Glam Dancy Party Come join Glitzy Girlz (www.glitzygirlz.com) for a night of spreading LOVE & HAPPINESS with our staff!

We will give each participant a pampering of GLAM with a hairdo, make-up sparkle and nail polish application. Each person decorates a unique craft with peace, hearts and rainbow accents along with paints and personalization. They will design a cool beaded bracelet with peace–love charm. Our night ends with retro lights dance party to popular songs! A “peace offering” goes home with each guest!

Sign up with friends!

CODE: Age: Day: Dates: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

18185 4–11 years Friday March 22 6:00–7:15 pm Community Room 6/25 Glitzy Girlz $36/$40 per child

Glitzy Girlz: Parent/Child Making Memories for Mom Night Come join Glitzy Girlz (www.glitzygirlz.com) on a date for some special memories for MOM. Whether it’s an adult coming with a child to make gifts for Mother’s Day or a Mom spending an evening with that special child in the month of May, its a moms celebration!

Each couple will make (3) surprises: Ceramic, Wooden & a Beaded Item with Mom accents and charms. A special gift wrapping/bags station will conceal any surprises to take home and save for Mother’s Day. Always a cherished time every May for this class!!

CODE: Age: Day: Dates: Time: Location: Min/Max: Instructor: Fee:

18186 3–11 years Wednesday May 22 6:00–7:15 pm Community Room 6/25 Glitzy Girlz $36/$40 per child

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Youth Recreation: Girls Gonna Launch Girls Gonna Launch: Innovation & Design Workshop Girl Gonna Launch teaches entrepreneurship and innovation to girls ages 10–15, equipping them with college-ready skills as well as the confidence to launch, lead, and innovate.

CODE: 18309 Day: Date: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: 9:00-noon Saturday January 27 Community Room 5/25 Kate Jackson

AGE: 10–15 years

NEW!

FEE: $120/$125

Girls Gonna Launch: Entrepreneurial Mindset Workshop Have you ever wondered…How entrepreneurs thrive through failure and rejection?

How they recognize opportunities & take initiative? How they innovate in the face of challenges? Or how they stay optimistic when the outcome is fuzzy & uncertain? With an entrepreneurial resilient mindset. Now, you can learn the tools to build this mindset.

Join us for a one-day workshop to learn how to reframe failure, develop a growth mindset, and fearlessly put your ideas out into the world!

CODE: 18310 Day: Date: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

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TIME: 9:00–2:30 pm Saturday February 10 Community Room 5/25 Kate Jackson

AGE: 10–15 years

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FEE: $175/$180

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Youth Recreation: Art and Chess Cartoon Drawing with Young Rembrandts Foster your child's love for art and nurture their drawing skills with our Young Rembrandts cartoon drawing class. For all kids who need to stay engaged and laughing, our cartooning classes are surely the most fun you can have while learning! This entertaining program combines Young Rembrandts’ innovative, hands-on teaching method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor and their vivid imaginations. Maintaining a quick pace and drawings that tell a story also help kids to stay on-task, learn from their mistakes, find new solutions to a problem and communicate ideas and concepts through pictures—skills with lifetime benefits! ALL NEW lessons every session. Embrace and encourage your child's creativity by enrolling them in our exciting class today!

CODE: 18187 18188 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: 5:30–6:30 pm 5:30–6:30 pm Thursdays Yellow Room 6/20 Young Rembrandts

AGE: 6–12 years 6–12 years

DATES: February 1–March 21 April 4–May 30

FEE: $200/$220 $225/$245

NEW!

Elementary Drawing with Young Rembrandts Young Rembrandts artists are in for a treat with a lineup of ALL NEW drawing lessons every class. Your child will learn about design, composition and illustration using our unique step-by-step drawing method. Besides strengthening your child’s drawing and coloring skills, he or she will also learn about art history as we present lessons featuring a master artist. Our elementary learners are at the crucial time of development when they decide whether they’re good at something or not. The Young Rembrandts elementary program provides the tools this age-group needs to succeed at drawing—a teaching tool from which the majority of learners prefer and ALL learners benefit! Add to this our innovative guided instruction, topics that kids love and relate to, and instructors that know how to reach this group; we take kids from thinking they’re not ‘artists’ to knowing they can achieve this, and everything else, they put their minds to. Waste no time and enroll your child today to unleash their artistic potential!

CODE: 18230 18231 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: 3:10–4:10 pm 3:10–4:10 pm Tuesdays Yellow Room 6/20 Young Rembrandts

AGE: 6–12 years 6–12 years

DATES: February 6–April 2 April 9–May 28

NO CLASS: March 26

FEE: $200/$220 $200/$220

Chess Wizards Join Chess Wizards this year for challenging chess lessons, exciting tournaments, fun, team activities, and more! If you’re brand-new to chess, we’ll teach you the basics and get you playing right away. If you’re a seasoned checkmate artist, we’ll show you new ways to let your creativity show on the chess board.

CODE: 18232 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: 3:10–4:10 pm Thursdays Yellow Room 10/14 Young Rembrandts

AGE: 6–12 years

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DATES: January 25–March 14

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Ultimate Ninja Warriors Lil Ninjas (ages 3–5): Preschool Ninja Classes will focus on developing coordination and strength through skills such as balancing, hanging, jumping, climbing, and running, while instilling self-confidence and teamwork in a safe and positive environment. Close-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel. Water bottle recommended for hydration breaks.

Beginner Obstacle Course Racing (ages 6–8 & 9–12): The Beginner Ninja class will focus on tackling the obstacles we have all seen on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior!

Ninjas are not required to have any prior experience with obstacles. They learn how to approach new challenges safely while having fun and exploring movements. Instructors set goals and challenges for students which help them gradually develop solid fundamental skills. Close-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel.

Water bottle recommended for hydration breaks CODE: 18233 18234 18235 18236 18237 18238

TIME: 10:00–10:30 am 10:00–10:30 am 10:00–10:30 am 9:00–9:50 am 9:00–9:50 am 9:00–9:50 am

Day: Location: Min/Max:

Sundays Ultimate Ninjas Libertyville (732 E. Park Ave. Libertyville, IL) 1/6 (ages 6–12) 1/3 (ages 3–5) Ultimate Ninjas

Instructor:

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AGE: 3–5 years 3–5 years 3–5 years 6–12 years 6–12 years 6–12 years

DATES: January 14–February 18 March 3–April 14 April 21–May 26 January 14–February 18 March 3–April 14 April 21–May 26

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NO CLASS: March 31

March 31

FEE: $144/$150 $144/$150 $144/$150 $186/$191 $186/$191 $186/$191

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5 Star Sports

5 Star Soccer Parent & Me Soccer (ages 2–3): Try our new program that will help even the youngest soccer stars develop. Playing soccer with Mom & Dad has never been so fun! Each week new games will be introduced to improve the child’s skill level, knowledge level and most importantly their love for the game. Skills will be taught through fun games and working with parents as mentors to look up to and constantly encourage them. Soccer matches will also be played at the end of each clinic.

Pee Wee Soccer (ages 3–5): This class helps children learn the fundamentals of soccer in a noncompetitive setting. Dribbling, passing, shooting and defense will all be emphasized with good sportsmanship included. Basic skills are taught through games, drills, and fun!

Each class ends with a short scrimmage to allow the kids to work as teammates and use each of their skills Youth Soccer (ages 6–9): Looking to up your game for an upcoming Spring Season? This program will cover ball control, shooting, passing, and defense through drills and scrimmages. This is a must attend camp to help accelerate your soccer skills on the field.

CODE: 18195 18196 18197 18198 18199 18200 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: AGE: 2:00–2:45 pm 2–3 years 2:00–2:45 pm 2–3 years 3:00–3:45 pm 3–5 years 3:00–3:45 pm 3–5 years 4:00–5:00 pm 6–9 years 4:00–5:00 pm 6–9 years Sundays Recreation Center Gym 6/16 5 Star Sports

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DATES: January 7–February 11 February 25–April 14 January 7–February 11 February 25–April 14 January 7–February 11 February 25–April 14

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NO CLASS: March 17, 31 March 17, 31 March 17, 31

FEE: $90/$97 $76/$83 $90/$97 $76/$83 $90/$97 $76/$83

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5 Star Sports continued 5 Star Sports T–Ball/Baseball Little Sluggers T–Ball (ages: 3–5): It is never too early fall in love with the game of baseball. This class allows parents to bring their kids out onto the baseball field to learn the basics of t-ball with them. Our coaches know the best ways to incorporate both kids and parents in drills that teach kids how to throw, field, and hit. Parents help make the kids feel more comfortable and are great source of encouragement for the young kids.

Sluggers T-Ball/Baseball (ages 6–9): Introduce your child to America’s past time in a fun and creative way. While the basic skills such as fielding, catching, and batting will be covered, your child will never be bored, as we make sure all kids stay moving and involved. Ball and bats are provided so just bring your glove and let’s play ball. Full innings will be played.

CODE: 18219 18220 18121 18122 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: AGE: 4:00–4:45 pm 3–5 years 4:00–4:45 pm 3–5 years 5:00–5:45 pm 6–9 years 5:00–5:45 pm 6–9 years Tuesdays Recreation Center Gym 6/16 5 Star Sports

DATES: January 9–February 13 February 27–April 9 January 9–February 13 February 27–April 9

NO CLASS: March 26 March 26

FEE: $90/$97 $90/$97 $90/$97 $90/$97

5 Star Flag Football You are invited to play the competitive sport of football without the tackling. You will be taught the fundamentals of football in this instructional and fun class. This class will consist of a flag football-style scrimmage where regular football gear will not be used. All equipment is provided, and games will be played at the end of most weeks.

CODE: 18223 18224 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: AGE: 5:00–5:45 pm 6–10 years 5:00–5:45 pm 6–10 years Wednesdays Recreation Center Gym 6/14 5 Star Sports

DATES: January 10–February 14 February 28–April 10

NO CLASS: March 27

FEE: $90/$97 $90/$97

5 Star Floor Hockey Hockey has quickly become one of the most popular sports around, and 5 Star Sports believes everyone should be able to play. For these hockey classes we’ll forget the skates and just focus on the major skills of hockey: Passing, Shooting, Puck Handling, Defense, and Teamwork. The kids will learn through a mix of skill–based games as well as full on scrimmages. These classes will allow the kids to learn these skills in a fun and yet controlled and safe environment. No equipment is required but the participants are more than welcome to bring their own sticks if they please.

CODE: 18225 18226 Day: Location: Min/Max: Instructor:

TIME: AGE: 4:00–4:45 pm 5–8 years 4:00–4:45 pm 5–8 years Wednesdays Recreation Center Gym 6/14 5 Star Sports

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DATES: January 10–February 14 February 28–April 10

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NO CLASS: March 27

FEE: $90/$97 $90/$97

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NFRONT NFRONT Track & Field This class will cover track & field and the fitness and technical preparation required to execute the many events successfully. Young athletes will try multiple track & field events like sprints, turbo javelin, shot put, broad jumps, mini hurdles, and endurance runs.

Classes take place outdoors in grass or indoors in the gym. Correct mechanics and effort are emphasized, and medals are awarded at the end to each child as a reminder of the hard-work put in to meet the challenge.

CODE:

TIME:

DAYS:

DATES:

18317 18318 18319 18320 18321 18322 18323 18324 18325

4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm 4:00-4:50 pm

Mondays Wednesdays Mon & Wed Mondays Wednesdays Mon & Wed Mondays Wednesdays Mon & Wed

January 8–February 12 January 10–February 14 January 8–February 14 February 26–April 8 February 28–April 10 February 26–April 10 April 15–May 20 April 17–May 22 April 15–May 22

Location: Instructor: Min/Max:

Blair Park / Gym / Fitness Track NFront Speed Development 6/16

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NO CLASS:

FEE:

March 25 March 27 March 25 & 27

$89/$99 $89/$99 $178/$198 $89/$99 $89/$99 $178/$198 $89/$99 $89/$99 $178/$198

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Spring Junior Tennis & Pickleball

NEW!

This is a NEW exciting class that will teach both Tennis and Pickleball. Kids will learn the rules, technique, and skills.

Please bring a Tennis racquet, the Park District will supply a Pickleball racquet as a lender. This class will continue to offer the FREE walk-over from the Lake Bluff Elementary School to Blair Courts for the 3:00 pm session.

CODE: 18141 18142 18143 18144 18145 18146 18147 18148 18149 18150

AGE/GRADE: 4–5 yrs 4–5 yrs K–2 K–2 K–2 K–2 3–5 3–5 3–5 6–8

LEVEL: Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Junior Ralliers Pre–Teen Pre–Teen Pre–Teen Teen

Location: Blair Park Courts Rain Days: Class held in the Gym Min/Max: 6/12

DAY: Tuesday Thursday Monday Monday Wednesday Friday Tuesday Thursday Friday Wednesday

DATES: April 16–May 28 (7 wks) April 18–May 30 (7 wks) April 15–May 20 (6 wks) April 15–May 20 (6 wks) April 17–May 29 (7 wks) April 19–May 31 (7 wks) April 16–May 28 (7 wks) April 18–May 30 (7 wks) April 19–May 31 (7 wks) April 17–May 29 (7 wks)

TIME: 4:00–4:45 pm 4:00–4:45 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 3:00–4:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm

FEE: $150 $150 $170 $170 $195 $195 $195 $195 $195 $195

When registering, please provide your current email address for real–time notification of class cancellations due to inclement weather.

Junior Tennis & Pickleball Levels These classes are a mixture of Tennis and Pickleball! Please have your child bring a Tennis racquet, the Park District will supply a Paddle for Pickleball. Theres also a FREE walk–over program for all LBES Students from the school to Blair courts.

(3:00pm classes only. Walk–over will not run during any early dismissal days).

Tiny Tots (Ages 4–5): This class introduces tennis and Pickleball skills through games, coordination drills and using hands or racquet, depending on the player’s skills.

Junior Ralliers (Grades K–2): Development of coordination and Tennis/ Pickleball skills at this level are emphasized. This class introduces correct stroke techniques in a fun–filled environment with games and scoring. The main objective by the end of the season will be to rally with low–compression balls.

Pre–Teen (Grades 3–5): The main objectives of this class are stroke mechanics, footwork and by the end of the season, being able to rally and play points with regulation balls. Also covered is an introduction to tactical patterns and game etiquette.

Teens (Grades 6–8): These lessons are for teens with a focus on the development of basic strokes, feed and play situations, drills, game etiquette and supervised play.

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Pickleball Lake Bluff offers Pickleball year-round!

With dedicated outdoor courts, and 3 lined indoor courts.

Join us and learn all about the fastest growing sport in the country!

This sport is fun for all ages.

We offer Intro to Pickleball, drills for all levels, structured game play, tournaments, leagues, and open play.

Keep an eye on our website for the latest update at www.lakebluffparks.org/pickleball.

Pickleball Annual Membership $100 for Residents, $125 Non-Residents Membership is NOT required to use outdoor courts.

Membership includes:  Access to reserve an outdoor PB court 90 minutes up to 4 times per week (courts that PB programming is not using)  Covers any drop-in fees for indoor open play access to the Paddle Hut (on the non-paddle months)  Rent the Paddle Hut (same rate as paddle membership discount)

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Platform Tennis HOURS Open 7 days a week Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sunday–Thursday: 8:00 am–9:30 pm* *10:15 pm on league nights Memberships

We also offer junior lessons for ages 11–14 throughout the winter.

Memberships are available for Men & Women, residents, and non-residents, and run from September 1 through August 31. We offer Individual Memberships that feature league play, October through March, at all skill levels. There are weekly team drills for an additional fee. The Individual Membership also includes use of the courts 7 days a week.

Social/Limited Individual Memberships allow play from Friday through Sunday night. Seniors pay a reduced fee. Nonmembers may sign-up for specific programs offered throughout the season.

All are welcome!

We offer all types of lessons at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club: private, semi-private, three-on-one, four-on-one, clinics, and paddle camps. No matter your ability or whether you are looking for competitive or social paddle, we will find a place for you in our club to enjoy your season!

2023–2024 PADDLE MEMBERSHIPS: Membership runs September 1 to August 31 and Lake Forest residents qualify for the resident rate.

Dear Lake Bluff Paddle Enthusiast: Welcome to the Paddle Season at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club.

This year we will have eight women’s teams and thirteen men’s teams for every level player, from beginner to advanced. The leagues compete with clubs all over the North Shore and we are looking for new players to continue the growth of our club! In addition to the leagues, we offer COED and beginner classes for those looking to learn the sport.

MEMBER TYPE Individual Senior (62+) *Social/Limited Youth

RESIDENT NON(LB/LF) RESIDENT $560 $681 $483 $559 $260 $110

*Social/Limited Individual is allowed Friday night through Sunday night court time, Friday night socials and member rates on lessons and drills.

Members of League Series Teams must purchase the Individual Membership and Drill fee. .

Members pay no court fees.

Court Rentals Courts rentals are based on 1.5 hours of court time. The resident fee applies to both Lake Bluff and Lake Forest residents who show proof of residency. Members receive free court rentals.

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About our Racquet Pros Rich Rosenberg Racquet Sports Professional Rich Rosenberg co-runs the Lake Bluff Park District platform tennis program for the men, women, and juniors along with paddle professional Kari Falls.

Prior to that, Rich competed regularly in both the national ranked platform tennis association sanctioned tournament and the Charities tournament.

For the last 30 years, Rich acted as the professional racquet sports instructor at Wilmette and Winnetka park districts, as well as at Tennequa, Valley Lo and The Five Seasons country clubs: where he directed and ran drills for series teams, taught group/private lessons and ran camps and special events for adults and juniors. This past summer, Rich taught tennis lessons at the old Willow Tennis Club. As a certified professional of the Platform Tennis Association, he has spent years both improving and sharing his passion for the game with amateur platform players. When Rich is not teaching platform tennis, he is a golf professional who teaches lessons to both amateurs and pros alike.

As a collegiate athlete, Rich played tennis at the University of Iowa. When Rich is not teaching, he spends his time with his family biking, traveling and reading. Rich’s enthusiasm, experience and energy make him a great fit for the growing platform tennis program at the Lake Bluff Park District.

Kari Falls Assistant Racquet Sports Professional While growing up in the area, Kari Falls played competitive USTA junior tennis for many years and learned the game of platform tennis as teenager, catching the paddle bug at a young age. She plays on our own Lake Bluff Park District Series I team and has been playing Series I and competing in National Ranking Tournaments for over a decade. Kari and her husband Chris are lifelong residents of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff and have raised their three daughters here. As a family, they have actively participated in many programs at the Lake Bluff Park district over the years.

Kari comes to us most recently from the Northmoor Club where she was an Assistant Platform Tennis instructor. Kari will be working with the program year-round helping all our members achieve their tennis and paddle goals and is looking forward to having a positive impact on our thriving community program. Her passion for all racquet sports and enthusiasm will bring a great energy to the program at Lake Bluff Park District. In her free time, she enjoys being active, cooking, spending time with friends and family and of course, playing tennis and paddle.

Semi & Private Lessons Sharpen your skills with personalized instruction from the Pro. The 3–on–1 format is an excellent way to improve strategy and shot selection.

Birthday Paddle Parties, Scouts “Try it” Paddle Parties, Family and Corporate Paddle Parties can be set up for mutually convenient times and are a sure-fire way to have an awesome celebration!

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The 2–on–1 is perfect for working in tandem with a partner and improving your communication. Private instruction is excellent for those specific shots such as serve, return of serve and that ever-elusive first volley! Call for an appointment and availability.

Private 2–on–1 3–on–1 4–on–1

$75 per hour $45 each per hour $30 each per hour $25 each per hour

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Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center COUPON

One Week

FREE Try the Fitness Center for FREE! Mention this coupon to redeem your one–week trial of the Fitness Center.

Offer not valid for previous members.

$42

MEMBERSHIP PER MONTH INCLUDES

GroupX CLASSES

Membership includes usage of a full range of equipment, group fitness, personal training availability and an indoor track.

Memberships Choose the membership program plan and duration option that best meets your needs!

Membership age requirements Membership is open to those individuals 14 years of age and older. 13 year-olds may become members as long as they are accompanied by an adult member each time they work out. Children under the age of 13 are not permitted on the second floor except for special programs.All 14 to 16 year olds must complete an orientation before being allowed to work out without a parent present.

All-Inclusive Membership Plans!

Two Options:

 FITNESS PLAN: a minimum 12 month commitment $42/month (EFT) All-Inclusive Membership Plan OR

 ANNUAL PASS: a “paid-in-full” All-Inclusive Membership Plan that covers 12 months from date of purchase

 SENIOR and STUDENT RATES available too!

ALL memberships include:

WorkFit Full-time non-resident employees of businesses located in some areas of Lake Bluff, Knollwood, or North Chicago that pay taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are entitled to resident fitness center rates. Employees need proof of full-time employment to participate.

Resident rates apply to: 

Yearly memberships



Family memberships



Personal training

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 Use of the Fitness Center Facilities, Equipment and Amenities!  Group Fitness classes!  Track Use!  Yoga Classes Daily, Monthly & Quarterly membership options available, too!!

*

 Daily Pass: This all inclusive pass is valid for the date purchased.  Monthly Pass: 30 day duration from date of purchase.  Quarterly Pass: 90 day duration from the date of purchase.  Holiday Pass: Special rate for Winter Holiday memberships.

Family Memberships!

Each additional Family Member receives a 10% Discount on an Annual Pass or Fitness Plan!

Lake Forest Residents

Lake Forest Residents receive Resident rates at the Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center!

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Facilities at the Health and Fitness Center

FACILITY FEATURES Cardio Equipment!

Resistance Training

Members also enjoy:

 Treadmills (motorized and non-motorized)  Incline Trainers  Cross Trainers  Upright & Recumbent Bikes (Air Dynes, Precor, Cybex and more)  NuStep Recumbent Elliptical  Elliptical Trainers  Rowers (water and fan resistance)  Indoor Cycles

 Selectorized Circuit Machines

 Locker rooms with private showers

 Cable Training Machines  Free Weight Room  Functional Training Area and Accessories “Like” us on Facebook Search for “fitlakebluff”

 Suspended 1/13 mile walking/ running track  Group Fitness studio  Stretching Area  Private Studio Space!

Winter Hours Monday-Friday 5 am–9 pm Saturday 7 am–6 pm Sunday 7 am–5 pm Christmas Eve: 7 am–noon Christmas. Dec. 25: CLOSED New Year’s Eve: 7 am–noon New Year’s Day CLOSED Easter, March 31: CLOSED Hours subject to change.

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GroupX and Silver Fit – included in membership SILVER-FIT Included in memberships!

For Active Older Adults, we have a special program of classes known as SILVER-FITTM (Successful

Independent Loving Vibrant Empowered Resilient—Fun In Training)  While this branded programming provides fitness classes that target active older adults, anyone who is looking for this level and type of fitness training can participate in the SILVER-FIT classes! No age restrictions!  Classes include cardiovascular exercises, muscle conditioning (endurance, strength and power) exercises, balance & agility training, chair yoga and a TON of FUN for all participants!

GROUPX Classes — Included in memberships!

In the Studio, the Gym, or our Virtual Library Our GroupX Classes offer a wide variety of choices to help you meet your fitness goals. All fitness levels of participants are welcome.  Try a TOTAL BODY, TOTAL STRENGTH, PILATES, & YOGA Class.  We also have a VIRTUAL LIBRARY available that you can view the class videos and follow along with the instructor when it’s convenient for YOU! Find the Monthly GroupX schedule on the Health & Fitness Page of the Park District website.

Look for more information about our OPEN HOUSE in early January!

Special Fitness Membership promos, sample classes and more!

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Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center Personal Training Call: 847-457-7361 for an appointment Our Personal Trainers Our Personal Trainers can assist you with meeting your fitness goals! Our Personal Trainers are certified and can work with you one–on–one to customize a program that suits your individual needs.

We have a variety of individual or group packages available from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Kenneth

Paola

Ron

Personal Training sessions can be held:  Outdoors  In the Fitness Center  In our Private Training Studio  Virtual sessions in the privacy of your own home

Weight Lifting Classes coming soon!!!!

Look for our NEW INTRO TO WEIGHT LIFTING CLASSES coming in January 2024!

These classes will show you how to get started with Weight Training.

Weight training, also builds lean, stronger muscles, strengthens your bones and joints, and can help keep your metabolism in a healthy state — meaning you’ll burn more calories even when you’re resting.

The instructors will focus on using the proper form and weight amounts to maximize results and most importantly, avoid injury. If you’ve never done any kind of weight training before —it’s never too late to start!

The classes will be in small groups (max 4)

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OPEN HOUSE!!

HOUSE! OPEN Look for more information about our OPEN HOUSE in early January!

Special Fitness Membership promos, sample classes and more!

COUPON

One Week

FREE

Intro To Weight Training for Teen Men Intro to Weight Training for Teen Women Intro To Weight Training for Women Intro to Weight Training for Men

Mention this coupon to redeem your one–week trial of the Fitness Center.

Offer not valid for previous members.

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Try the Fitness Center for FREE!

CLICK TO PLAY at lakebluffparks.org Have you tried the Lake Bluff Park District’s new online registration system?

Introduced in Fall 2016, it allows you to register and pay for programs and view available facilities all from your computer, tablet or smart phone!

You’ll need to create an account to use it, but don’t worry! With a couple clicks and a few taps of the keyboard, you’ll be set up and ready to enjoy the convenience of online registration.

 1 CLICK “SIGN IN https://apm.activecommunities.com/lakebluffparks/Home

If you already have a CLICK TO PLAY account, follow these steps to login:

 1 Click “Sign In”  2 Click “Forgot your password”  3 Enter your CLICK TO PLAY account email and submit A new temporary password will be sent to you and you will have full access to the new site. You can update your family members or account details and start registering for programs. Don’t worry, if you don’t have a CLICK TO PLAY account, you create one on the site.

No need to call or come in. Just click “Create an Account and enter your family information. It’s just that easy!

The new system has many great benefits and is extremely easy to use! Search for your favorite program by keyword, age, day, time, location and more! You may even discover a new program along the way. And if you find a program that isn’t open for registration just yet, you can save it to your Wish List and easily add it to your cart when it opens!

 2 CLICK “FORGOT YOUR PASSWORD”

 3 ENTER YOUR EMAIL

More information is available at www.lakebluffparks.org. Or contact Guest Services at 847-234-4150 with any questions.

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Registration Information REGISTRATION Online Resident Registration begins Monday, December 11 at 10:00 am Office/Fax Resident Registratio begins Wednesday, December 13 at 9:00 am Non–Resident Registration begins Monday, December 18 at 9:00 am

HOW TO REGISTER

 1 ONLINE Visit lakebluffparks.org and hit the Click To Play icon. You will need your login ID and account pin number to register for programs. Confirmation is immediate. Call the office at 847-234-4150 if you have forgotten your login and pin.

 2 MAIL-IN Fill out the registration form in the program guide. Payments may be made by check or credit card. Checks should be made payable to Lake Bluff Park District.

If paying by credit/debit card include the complete card number, expiration date, CVV#, and signature. Mail to: Lake Bluff Park District, 355 W. Washington Ave., Lake Bluff, IL 60044.

 3 DROP-OFF Fill out the registration form in the program guide or pick one up at the Administration Office. Include proper payment. Leave the registration form with payment at the front desk. Sorry, no telephone registrations.

 4 FAX 847-234-7275 Fill out the registration form and fill in the necessary credit/debit card information. Fax it to the number above, and call the office to confirm fax has been received.

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Withdrawal/Refund Policy In the past we allowed written requests for withdrawals and transfers up to the first day of the class. This has created hardships for instructors and participants alike. Last minute changes impacted on whether some classes must be cancelled due to low enrollment or whether several classes must be combined. Instructors who have held times in their schedule to teach are notified at the last minute they are not needed. Some classes require supplies to be purchased in advance of the first class. Participants of any class being changed or cancelled need to be notified in a timely manner. For all of the above reasons and in order to have accurate class lists, we must make a policy change.

All requests for Transfers and Withdrawals must be made in person at the Park District office by completing this form.

will be assessed with a doctor’s note only, starting with the date of the signed request which must be made in person at the Park District office. Under no circumstances will refunds requested after the last day of class be approved. When the Park District reschedules or cancels programs, full refunds will be given. Refunds are sent to those whose requests have been approved within 45 days of the written request.

Registration Info

cessing fee is waived, and prorated refund is assessed with a doctor’s note only. The refund will not be processed until we have both the doctor’s note and a signed request.

Other than above, refunds can only be given for medical reasons, and will be prorated. If a medical problem occurs before or during a program and the participant requests a refund, a prorated refund

1. Residents may register at any time for programs that have openings. Early registration is recommended, as popular classes like early childhood programs fill up quickly.

2. Individuals may register members of their immediate family (those residing in the same household). If a participant wishes to change to a different class after registration has been taken, there is a $5 transfer fee and must be done 7 days prior to the first class. No refunds will be approved for any request for refunds or prorated refunds made after the date of the last class.

3. People who do not reside in the Lake Bluff Park District pay an additional fee for most programs, unless otherwise indicated.

4. When there is insufficient registration, classes may be consolidated, postponed or cancelled. Those who have signed up for a class that has been cancelled will be notified and offered an alternative choice if one is available.

5. A waiver and release of all claims is included on all program registration forms. Please read this carefully. By signing the form, a person/guardian assumes full risk for any injury or loss sustained while participating in a Park District sponsored program.

6. Fees cannot be prorated when registering for a class if the class has already started.

7. Payment must be received with your registration. We cannot hold a space if no payment is received. Full payment for each program is required unless other arrangements have been made in advance. Any outstanding financial obligations due the Park District for participation in past programs must be satisfied prior to registration in any current programs.

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• Transfers – $5 processing fee applies for classes and camps.

• Class Withdrawals

 Class Withdrawal Policy. The

amount credited will depend on when the written request is received.

Camps, Dance, Fitness Center and Preschool have specific policies.  For withdrawal requests received in writing:  No later than 7 days prior to the beginning of the class, a refund equal to 90% of the total fee for the class will be refunded.  From 6 days prior to the beginning of class, a credit will be placed on your Lake Bluff Park District account equal to 80% of the total fee for the class.  No refunds will be given after the 1st meeting except in case of documented medical reasons or moving out of the local area.  There are NO prorated fees or refunds for contractual programs (i.e. 5 Star Sports, LBYBA).

• Withdrawals Due to Medical

Reasons During Program – Pro-

Lake Bluff Park District Registration Form 355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150 • Fax 847-234-7275 PLEASE PRINT • YOU MUST FILL OUT FORM COMPLETELY OR PROCESSING WILL BE DELAYED Family Last Name ________________________________________________

Home Phone __________________________________________

Child’s Last Name If Different from Family Last Name ____________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________

City __________________________________Zip ____________

Email Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mother’s Name (if residing in household) ______________________________

Father’s Name (if residing in household) ______________________

Mother’s Daytime Phone __________________________________________

Father’s Daytime Phone __________________________________

Mother’s Cell Phone ______________________________________________

Father’s Cell Phone ______________________________________

• Be sure to complete each line of the table below.

• Make checks payable to Lake Bluff Park District.

• Use this form for your whole family.

• Call the Office if you have any questions about this form.

Program Number

Registrant’s First Name

Gender

Date of Birth M/D/Y

Current Grade

Program Name

Fee

Paid

INSURANCE LIABILITY WAIVER The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. The Lake Bluff Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety.

Please recognize that the Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review their own health insurance policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Lake Bluff Park District automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the District REQUIRES the execution of the Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed above, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant (or as a parent/guardian of a participant under age 18) in the Lake Bluff Park District programs, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree to assume full risk of any injuries, including death, damages, or loss regardless of severity which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees.

I do hereby fully release and discharge the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage, or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the Park District and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including death, damages, and losses sustained by me or arising out of, connection with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program.

PERMISSION TO SECURE TREATMENT In the event of emergency, I authorize Park District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned Program Details, Waiver and Release of All Claims and Permission to Secure Treatment. (Note: Please sign in an appropriate space below.)

I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver on this form and I understand that my signature is required below in order to participate in Lake Bluff Park District programs.

Signature ______________________________________________________________

Date __________________________

Would you like to make a donation to Friends of Lake Bluff Parks? Amount of donation $__________________

Card# ____________________________ Circle one

Exp. Date __________ CVC# ______

CASH

Total Payment ______________________

CHECK CHARGE

Assistance as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act can be made available to participants. Check box for processing if applicable.

Signature __________________________ Lake Bluff Park District Winter 2024

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