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from Neighbors Magazine February 2023

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start with art. Listen to a different story then create a special craft Ages 2-5 (2’s & 3’s with adult) from 10-10:45 am on Mondays, March 27-May 1. This class held at Bulger Park Community Center, 1601 Hirsch Street in Melrose Park and at Grant Park Recreation Center 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. Fee is R$50/NR$60.

n isteam. Children will experience science with their hands and from their observations They will connect their Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics knowledge to everyday activities. Young scientists are encouraged to ask questions, think critically, experiment and explain their reasoning and problemsolving. As a result, they will deepen their collaboration, creativity and critical thinking skills as well as their understanding and interest in science Ages 5-10 on Thursdays, February 2-March 23 from 5-6 pm. Fee is:

$165R/$175NR. Class held at Bulger Park Community Center, 1601 Hirsch Street in Melrose Park

FITNESS&SPORTS

YOGA fortheactivelyaging

A gentle yoga class that is designed to maintain healthy joints, muscular flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Poses can be done using a chair or free-standing according to your abilities. For 55 and older, pay $1 drop-in fee. No registration needed. Under 55, register and pay $40R/ R $55NR. Ongoing every Tuesday, 11 am at Grant Park Recreation Center and every Thursday at 1 pm at George Leoni Complex (new location).

SELF-DEFENSESEMINAR WATCHFORDETAILS!

Follow VPD on social media or call for details on the upcoming SelfDefense Seminar which will go over physical skills and discuss self-defense awareness. During the 60-90 minute session, you’ll focus on practical and easy-to-learn techniques that can be used to protect oneself from both standing and ground positions. Participants will be working with equipment and pads to ensure safety. All participants will be given a VIP pass to the Academy of Self-Defense to try a free week of additional classes. Everyone is welcome and techniques can be tailored to fit the individual. Anyone can defend themselves!

VISIT THE WEBSITE AT WWW.VPDPARK.ORG

or call the office at 708-343-5270 for more information on Batting Cages and the Golf Simulator, Early Childhood, Athletic Programs, Fitness Classes at Cimbalo Fitness Center, Active Adults and Special Recreation Programs n Zumba. Cimbalo Fitness Center, 1203 N. 24th Avenue in Melrose Park, offers a variety of fun, exciting fitness classes including Zumba with Latin music and easy-to-follow moves. Class 1 is on Mondays at 6:30 pm and Class 2 is on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. Ages 16 and up. Fee is $40R/$55NR Call 708-343-5151 to register or visit vpdpark.org to register online n multi sports. Kids are introduced to a new sport each week Sports include soccer, field hockey, ultimate sports, handball and flag football. Ages 7-9 from 4 to 4:45 pm; ages 10-12, 5 to 5:45 pm on Wednesdays, February 15 through March 8 Fee is $55R/$70NR George Leoni Complex, 800 N 17th Avenue in Melrose Park n mini multi sports. Just like Multi Sports, kids are introduced to a new sport each week Sports include tee ball, soccer, field hockey and beachball volleyball Ages 4-6 from 4 to 4:45 pm on Thursdays, February 16 through March 9 Fee is $55R/$70NR George Leoni Complex, 800 N 17th Avenue in Melrose Park n dodgeball. VPD staff will run various dodgeball games throughout the session, including games like Dodgeball, Scatterball and Pirates Prison Ages 10-12 from 4 to 4:45 pm; ages 13-15 from 5 to 5:45 pm on Tuesdays, February 14 through March 7. Fee is $55R/$70NR. George Leoni Complex, 800 N 17th Avenue in Melrose Park n @cimbalo Fitness center. Check out the golf simulators, state-of-the-art equipment racquetball/ handball/pickleball courts plus classes like Strong Nation, Piloxing Knock-Out, Pound and Middle Eastern Belly Dancing.

FamilyIndoorGarage Sale&Flea Market

SATURDAY,APRIL 29

9AM - 2:30 PM

GRANT PARK GYMNASIUM

44W. GOLFVIEW DR. NORTHLAKE

Come outandshopat theVPDCommunityGarage Sale. Timeto clean outyourattic,closets, orgarage foritems to sell.Upsellyourbabyclothes,toys,games,tools, books,or anythingelseyoumayhave.

Concessionswillbe openforsnacks. Registrationis requiredto reserveyourspace!!!

Tablesare availableonafirstcome, firstserve basis. Set up timeis8-9AM.You get 2- 8x3 1/2 feet tablesand2chairs. Mustregisterforaspace and fill out anapplication. DeadlineisApril 21.

Fee: R $40 / N $50 ( $10 per extra table, restrictions apply)