Fall 2023 Activity Guide

Fall 2023 Program Guide

304 S. 5th Street, Oregon OregonPark.org | 815.732.3101

General Info

Board meetings are typically held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6 pm at Nash Recreation Center.

Please check our website for the full meeting schedule.

The public is encouraged to attend.

Board of Commissioners

Brian Beckman President

Josh Messenger Vice President

Mark Tremble Commissioner

Dan Engelkes Commissioner

Maia Johnson Commissioner

Tina Ketter Superintendent of Recreation

Brent Suter Superintendent of Parks and Facilities

Megan Wolfe Administrative Services Coordinator

Park District Staff

Erin Folk Executive Director

erin@oregonpark.org

Dan Griffin Finance & Technology Administrator dan@oregonpark.org

tina@oregonpark.org

brent@oregonpark.org

megan@oregonpark.org

Our Mission

Caleb Jenks Adult Programming & Events Coordinator caleb@oregonpark.org

Kelley Huston Recreation Program Coordinator

kelley@oregonpark.org

Lesley Sheffield Athletic Coordinator

lesley@oregonpark.org

Nick Karper Deputy Supt. of Parks

Ethan Drew Skilled Parks Laborer

Nick McPhail Skilled Parks Laborer

Matthew Downing Deputy Supt. of Facilities

Bill Helfrick Facility Maintenance Technician

Mary Sansone Custodial & Support Services Supervisor

nick@oregonpark.org

matthew@oregonpark.org

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‘To Provide community-focused social and recreational activities through exceptional programs, parks and facilities’

Our Vision

‘We strive for operational excellence through caring, creative and community focused service’

About the Cover Artist

Chloe Metz is a full-time artist living in Oregon who specializes in commissioned oil paintings. Her work can be found throughout Oregon including Nash Recreation Center, The National Building next to Ogle County Brewery and a new mural on the corner of 10th Street and Pines Road. To see more of Chloe’s work or to contact the artist, head to www.paintedbychloe.com.

General Info

Need To Know Info Nash Recreation Center 304 South Fifth Street P.O. Box 237 Oregon, IL 61061 (815)732-3101 (815)732-RUBY - Hotline (815)732-3736 - Fax

HOURS Monday - Friday: 5:30 am - 8:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday: Closed on Sundays* *Open Sundays October 15-April 28

What’s Inside

Membership & Registration

4

Aquatics

6

Fitness

9

Athletics

11

Tumbling

14

Classes & Activities

16

Education

27

Shelter Reservations

30

ADMINISTRATIVE HOURS Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Oregon Park District Office, Nash Recreation Center HOLIDAY CLOSURES Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 4 Autumn on Parade: Saturday, Oct. 7 Close 5 pm: Wednesday, Nov. 22 Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 23 Christmas Eve: Sunday, Dec. 24 Christmas: Monday, Dec. 25 New Years Eve: Sunday, Dec. 31 New Years Day: Monday, Jan. 1

Financial Assistance

The Oregon Park District provides financial assistance in several forms to help families or individuals that are in financial difficulty with program fees, preschool tuition, Extended Time program and Camp Oh-PeaDee. Funds are provided through employee-driven fundraising and generous donations through the A. Charles and Lillemor Lawrence Foundation. Applications are available online and at Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. 5th Street, Oregon. For more information or questions contact Megan at megan@oregonpark. org. Funds are available for anyone residing within the Oregon School District boundaries ages 18 and under.

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Membership Passes & Daily Fees

Automatic Monthly Payment

Nash Fitness Center

A pass or daily fee allows patrons to use the pool and whirlpool, gym, TRX room, and Fitness Center.

The Nash Fitness Center is over 6,000 square feet and features a three lane rubberized track that surrounds our CYBEX strength training machines, free weights, and cardiovascular equipment.

Fitness Center staff is available to set up an orientation for any and all users.

Lockers

The Oregon Park District has lockers available for rental to annual pass holders for the term of the pass. The monthly recurring cost is $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents.

TRX Room

Our TRX Room is an 800 square foot space of alternative fitness equipment including TRX stations, kettlebells, weighted ropes, yoga mats, dumbbells, tire flip, punching bag, spin bikes, rower, elliptical, air assault treadmill and stair mill.

Age Restriction of 18+

Raquetball & Wallyball

Racquetball court rental is included in the annual pass fee and is $3/hr for non-annual pass holders. Wallyball court rental is $5/hr.

Age restriction of 13+ without a guardian.

Resident Fees Student K-12

Adult 18+

Senior 60+

Senior Couple

Family*

Annual Pass

$158

$224

$185

$330

$515

Quarterly Pass

$53

$66

$61

$99

$160

Monthly Pass

$20

$24

$22

$36

$55

10 Punch Pass Card

$18

$25

$19

NA

NA

Daily Fee

$3

$4

$3

$4

$11

Auto Debit Monthly

12 @ $15

12 @ $20

12 @ $17

12 @ $29

12 @ $44

3 Pay

3 @ $54

3 @ $76

3 @ $63

3 @ $110

3 @ $173

Non-Resident Fees Student K-12

Adult 18+

Senior 60+

Senior Couple

Family*

Annual Pass

$185

$277

$224

$396

$620

Quarterly Pass

$61

$79

$72

$121

$187

Monthly Pass

$22

$30

$25

$44

$66

10 Punch Pass Card

$24

$33

$24

NA

NA

Daily Fee

$4

$5

$4

$6

$15

Auto Debit Monthly

12 @ $17

12 @ $24

12 @ $20

12 @ $34

12 @ $53

3 Pay

3 @ $63

3 @ $94

3 @ $76

3 @ $133

3 @ $208

*Family: Persons must reside in the same household. Each household is limited to two adults, legally married (including civil union and common law marriage), with the exception of full-time students between the ages of 18 and 24. An unlimited number of persons 17 and under can be included under a family membership.

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This is a convenient way to pay for your pass. The automatic debit monthly fees are shown below. With your permission, automatic credit card charges will be made each month. The first amount is the initial payment that will be made when registering, followed by the amount of 11 equal payments charged each month.

3 Pay Payment Plan

Your annual pass is paid off in three equal consecutive payments! The pass fee is paid for the first three months, and is only available on annual passes.

Age Restrictions

Children under the age of 5 are welcome to use the gym and pool area free of charge. Anyone 3rd grade or younger must be accompanied by a parent or responsible person, Junior High aged or older in the facility. Participants must be 7th grade or older to use the Nash Fitness Center and 9th grade or older to use the free weights.

7th & 8th graders have the opportunity to complete a Fitness Orientation with Jason Donegan. Upon completion, 7th & 8th graders can use the area when accompanied by an adult, 18 years or older. See page 9 for more information on the Fitness Orientation.

Membership Cancellations

Refunds will not be approved on Park District passes, however refunds may be requested on passes for two reasons: major illness and/or injury with a doctor’s note or a move outside of a 90 mile radius with proof of primary residency (updated ID, utility bill, etc.). Passes and cards are non-transferable.

Registration

sign up

online.

Sibling Discount for Select Programs

OREGONPARK.ORG/PROGRAMS/ONLINE-REGISTRATION

Summer Registration Opens August 21 & 22!

Member registration starts August 21; Public registration opens August 22 Registrations are processed on a first-come-first-served basis.

Please register early – programs fill quickly. If a program is full, we encourage you to sign up for the waitlist. Registrants on the waitlists will be notified first of additional spots opening or new program times.

Fees are listed with resident fees first. NR=Non-resident fees.

If you have any questions regarding residency or registration, call 815-732-3101 or email info@ oregonpark.org.

How To Register

Online Registration Visit us at www.oregonpark. org to sign up for an online ID and register for any of our activities over the web.

Phone-in Registration Call (815) 732-3101 and one of our friendly receptionists would be happy to enroll you or your family.

Drop-in Registration Visit Nash and register for any of our activities, passes or rentals.

OPD Residents

Residents are defined as individuals who live or own property within the boundaries of the District that pay taxes to help support District operations.

Exceptions: School age children living within the Oregon School District boundaries (regardless of whether they live within the boundaries of the Park District) are considered residents of the District.

Village of Mt. Morris Residents can register for all programs, memberships, facility rentals and daily fees at the Oregon Park District resident rate. Additional non-resident fees are subsidized by the Village of Mt. Morris.

Creating an Account

An account must be established in the District’s registration system before any registration for programs, events, or memberships can be completed.

Accounts can be created online at www. oregonpark.org. By default, your account will be created with a Non-Resident status. If you live within the District boundaries and are a resident, please call Nash Recreation Center at 815-732-3101 so our customer service team can verify your residency and update your account.

Waitlist

If you are placed on a wait list for a class, and an opening becomes available, you will be contacted by customer service staff. Within 24 hours of being contacted, payment must be made at Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. 5th St. Oregon, or over the phone 815-732-3101.

The Oregon Park District offers a sibling discount of 10% for select programs for each additional child enrolled in a program where one child has already enrolled at full price in the same session.

Registration for all siblings must take place at Nash or by phone at the same time in order to receive the discount, if applicable. All family members must be in the same account to qualify. Discounts are not available through online registration. If you wish to take advantage of our Sibling Discount, please register with our customer service staff over the phone or at Nash Recreation Center.

Refund Policy

To withdraw from a program, a refund application must be completed online. An administrative fee of $5 shall be deducted from the amount of the refund to offset the cost of processing the refund. A full refund, less the fee, will be granted if the application for refund is filed at least ten days prior to the scheduled start of the program or activity. To avoid the $5 administration fee, the refund amount may be credited to another program fee. Refunds will not be granted after the registration deadline. All program refunds are subject to the program coordinator’s approval. A full refund will be issued if the Park District reschedules or cancels a class. A refund request can be made on our website under the Refund Request link or by completing a form in the office.

Class Changes

The Oregon Park District may cancel, postpone, combine classes, or change instructors. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment and refunds will be issued. All participants will be notified of any scheduling changes or cancellations.

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Aquatics

Nash Recreation Center Pool The Nash pool features stairs to a 3-foot bay area attached to a 25 meter 6 lane pool. The deepest area is 10 feet. The pool is equipped with a handicap chair lift to assist patrons in and out of the pool. After your workout, you can enjoy the 13-person hot tub with both high and low jets.

Swimming Programs Lap Swim

Age: 7th grade or older Six lap lanes will be available. Swimming 32 laps is a one mile workout.

Water Aerobics

Age: 16+ Exercise your entire body without putting stress on your back and joints. This class will work on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance, and flexibility. All levels can participate, and participants can tailor exercises to their ability.

Deep Water Aerobics

Twinges

Age: 16+ Let the natural buoyancy and resistance of the water help you improve your joint strength and flexibility along with improving cardiovascular endurance while walking and jogging in the shallow end. Participants do not need to know how to swim.

Hot Tub Hours

The hot tub is available for use during Lap Swim, Open Swim, Water Aerobics, and Twinges classes. You must be at least 16 years old to use the hot tub.

The hot tub is equipped with a handicap chair lift to assist patrons in and out of the hot tub.

Open Swim

Age: All All areas of the pool are open for use, including our diving board and basketball hoop. Pool toys are allowed in the pool at the discretion of the aquatic staff.

Age: 16+ Deep Water Aerobics is a more intense workout than your typical water aerobics class. Working out in the deep end will allow you to get a cardiovascular workout without the impact. You will also increase your endurance, flexibility and strength. Participants do not need to know how to swim. An aqua jogger belt will be provided.

Water Aerobics Punch Passes

5 punch: $28/$33 NR • 15 punch: $66/$80 NR 30 punch: $123/$148 NR • 50 punch: $182/$218 NR Drop-in Fee: $9/$11 NR Passes for Water Aerobics, Deep Water Aerobics & Twinges and are valid for 1 year from date of purchase. Reservations are required. Cancellations on a reservation must be made two hours prior, or a punch pass will be utilized.

Pool Schedule Beginning Friday, August 18 Monday Lap Swim Water Aerobics Deep Water Aerobics

5:45-7:30 am 10:30 am-1 pm

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

5:45-7:30 am 5:45-7:30 am 5:45-7:30 am 5:45-7:30 am 11:30 am-1 pm 11:30 am-2 pm 11:30 am-1 pm 3:30-5:15 pm 4-7 pm 4:45-7 pm 4-7 pm

Saturday 7:15-9 am 10:15-11:15 am

8-9 am

8-9 am

8-9 am

8-9 am

9:10-10:10 am

9:10-10:10 am

9:10-10:10 am

9-10 am

Private Swim Event

Swim Lessons Rockhopper Team

3:15-4:45 pm

1-2 pm

Open Swim Twinges

Sunday

*Oct. 15-Apr. 28

2:30-4:30 pm

5:30-7:30 pm 11:30 am-2:30 pm

10:15-11:15 am

10:15-11:15 am

4-7 pm

4-7 pm

6:30-7:15 pm

6:30-7:15 pm

12:30-3 pm

Please note holiday closures. Reservations for Water Aerobics, Deep Water Aerobics, & Twinges are required, cancellations must be made two hours prior, or a punch pass will be used. Reservations for a class can be made online at oregonpark.org or call 815-732-3101.

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Enjoy the room for 1 hour with up to 15 guests.

Prairie Room has seating for up to 25 people.

• $40/$48 NR for first hour up to 15 guests • $13/$15 NR per hour after the first hour • Additional guests for $3/$4 NR

River Room Splash Bash

Enjoy the room for 1 hour with up to 25 guests.

River Room has seating for 75-100 people.

• $65/$73 NR for first hour up to 25 guests • $20/$24 NR per hour after the first hour • Additional guests for $3/$4 NR

Party times are available during all open swim hours. Please see the pool schedule for specific times. Reservations are required at least 2 weeks in advance. When making a reservation, please have an approximate number attending for room set up. Set-up time of 15 minutes prior to the reservation time is allowed for decorating. Refunds will only be considered if notice is given 10 days in advance.

Room Rentals

RIVER ROOM The River Room has a capacity of 75-100 people. Tables and chairs are provided for events.

• $40/$48 NR for first hour • $20/$24 NR per hour after the first hour

Private Rentals

Celebrate your event with the Nash Recreation Center pool or facility all to yourself! These parties occur after the facility has been closed to the general public and pass holders. This is a perfect location for youth group, sports teams or school after hours event. For more information or to make a private reservation, contact Megan at (815) 732-3101 or megan@oregonpark.org. Private rentals must be booked a minimum of 4 weeks in advance.

POOL WITH RIVER ROOM • $125/$150 NR per hour • Up to 100 guests

PRAIRIE ROOM The Prairie Room has a capacity of 25 people. Tables and chairs are provided for events.

• $25/$30 NR for first hour • $13/$15 NR per hour after the first hour

ENTIRE FACILITY WITH POOL • $175/$210 NR per hour • Up to 100 guests

GYM (HALL) The Gym features 2 full basketball courts. Each side must be reserved individually. Water only.

• $30/$36 NR for first hour • $15/$18 NR per hour after the first hour

Aquatics 4 weeks $61/$67 NR *5 weeks $76.25/$83.7 5 NR

Catch the Wave Swim Cub structures the program to provide much more than just swimming lessons.

Our curriculum, teacher training, evaluation system, and parent communication are all designed to provide a total Aquatic Education. Our primary technique to achieve water safety is to teach all students to comfortably live in the water. When a student truly learns to live in the water, the strokes come easily. We find that when a child enjoys the lessons, the more successful the learning process is. Therefore, our priority is to create a happy atmosphere.

Small class sizes • Professionally trained teachers Consistent, year-round approach • Private swim lessons available Flexible scheduling & make up classes offered

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4-7 pm

Private lessons offered on Wednesdays—$35/lesson NEW TO CATCH THE WAVE? Visit catchthewaveswim.com to create your online parent portal and register online. If you need assistance with regsitration or have questions about the program and/or your child, please contact Catch the Wave Director, Nick, by calling 608-340-3030 ext. 5, texting 608-340-3030 or emailing CTWOregon@gmail.com.

ALREADY IN THE CATCH THE WAVE PROGRAM? Log into the parent portal to select hopper Swim Team.

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Penguin Babies

Elite

Little Learners

Rockhopper Swim Team

Parent participation is required in the water. Class focus is on water acclamation, submersion, back floating, & independence in the water.

Student focus is on overcoming anxieties associated with the water and parent separation along with introductory back float techniques.

Intermediate

Student focus is on self-rescue foundations through proper stroke and breathing techniques.

Advanced

Student focus is on advanced freestyle and backstroke training with a strong emphasis on kicking & body position.

Elite is considered our pre-team level. Students focus on swimming efficiency through distance training and coordinating stroke movements.

Practice times available Tu/Th from 7:00-7:45 pm $67/$78 NR per month per child This Pre Competitive team will introduce young athletes to the world of competitive swimming for those who show an interest in the sport. It also provides a fun outlet for children to be active and healthy while learning new skills. Students must be able to perform the basics of every stroke. Athletes must be able to swim 2 full lengths of freestyle (front crawl) without stopping. This test is performed at the pool during swim team practices.

Healthcare Partners The Oregon Park District is an approved location for Silver Sneakers, Renew Active, and Silver & Fit. Through these programs, the District is able to provide access to Nash Recreation Center to qualifying members. Please contact the front counter staff at Nash with your membership ID. If you are unsure of what your healthcare plan offers, our staff can assist in determining your eligibility.

Renew Active is a program offered to select United Healthcare members at no additional cost as part of your plan.

SilverSneakers is a fitness and wellness program offered at no additional cost to seniors 65+ on eligible Medicare plans that helps you get active, get fit, and connect with others.

The Silver&Fit Exercise and Healthy Aging Program is offered by health plans to eligible Medicare Advantage/Supplement beneficiaries and group retirees.

Fitness Early Rise with Aimee

Age: 18+ Day: M/W/F Time: 5:40-6:40 am Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Rise and shine, get your day started with Aimee!

This class covers cardio and light to medium weight training to help increase stamina, strength, and flexibility. This is an excellent way to cross train! Beginner, moderate, and advanced health enthusiasts are all welcome. Classes will be held at Nash.

No Drop-Ins or Punch Passes, registration only.

No class held on 11/24 or 12/25.

Date 9/1-9/29

Fee

Code

$51/$62 NR 2322-75

Deadline 9/1

10/2-10/30 $55/$65 NR

2332-11

10/2

11/1-11/29

$51/$62 NR

2332-12

11/1

12/1-12/29

$51/$62 NR

2332-13

12/1

1/3-1/31

$55/$65 NR 2332-14

1/3

Weight training programs take place in the Nash Recreation Center Weight Room.

Middle School Fitness Orientation Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00 pm • Deadline: Mon. prior to each class Sept. 6 • Code: 2322-35 | Oct. 4 • Code: 2332-02 | Nov. 1 • Code: 2332-03 Dec. 6 • Code: 2332-04 | Jan. 10 • Code: 2332-05 FREE for Nash Members • $10 Non-Members Students only need to attend one class Are you in 7th or 8th grade and interested in using the free weight area?

With successful completion of our weight training orientation, 7th and 8th graders can use the area when accompanied by an adult, 18 years or older.

Join Jason Donegan, Personal Trainer, for this 1 hour class that will teach basic technique, proper use of equipment and fitness center etiquette.

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Fitness Saturday Morning Tai Chi

Age: 18+ • Time: 8:45-9:30 am Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Are you interested in focusing on balance, mindfulness meditation and relaxation? Tai Chi may be the right class for you. Tai Chi is the Chinese internal martial art focused on balance, breathing and centering oneself.

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Fall Basketball Camp

Date: Mon 9/11-10/2 Location: Blackhawk Center Fee: $30/$36 NR Deadline: 8/31

Preschool—1st Grade Co-Ed Basketball

This is an introduction to the fundamentals of basketball for both boys and girls instructed by the Oregon High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams. Youth will develop dribbling, passing and shooting skills in a positive and fun atmosphere! The location of the camps will be at the Blackhawk Center.

Camp t-shirt is included in price. Please bring a water bottle.

Age

Time

Code

4-6

6:00-6:45 pm

2322-24

7-9

7:00-7:45 pm

2322-25

Date: Sat 10/21-11/11 Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $50/$60 NR Deadline: 9/26 Players will be given the opportunity to improve their skills in a positive environment. These co-ed programs are held on Saturdays at Nash, with each team meeting for an hour. Each Saturday will start with practicing fundamental basketball skills, followed by a game. If you are interested in coaching, please email lesley@oregonpark.org. Fee includes Jr NBA basketball jersey.

OHS Co-Ed Varsity Basketball Clinic Get ready for basketball season! These co-ed basketball clinics are being run by the OHS Varsity Boys Basketball coaches and team and will focus on fundamental skill development that will help your player be prepared for their upcoming season. All proceeds will benefit the OHS Boys Basketball program.

Grade

Date

Time

Location

6th-8th

Th 9/21

6:00-8:00 pm

Blackhawk Center

$15/$18 NR 2332-32

9/18

Nash

$10/$13 NR 2332-31

10/25

2nd-5th

Mon 10/30 5:00-6:30 pm

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6th Grade Competitive Basketball Location: Nash Rec Center Fee: $75/$90 NR

This competitive league elevates the expectation of both the players and the coaches. Games are scheduled by the Oregon School District and will replicate the 7th and 8th grade schedule. All home games will be played at Nash. Transportation to all away games will be provided by OCUSD. Roster size is limited on this team and tryouts may be required. A volunteer coach is needed for each league, please contact lesley@oregonpark.org if interested. Players must be in 6th grade.

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Date

Code

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Boys

Practice starts week of 9/25; Ends 12/1

2332-27

9/14

Girls

Practice starts week of 1/3; Ends 3/1

2332-30

12/15

Age

Code

Preschool

2332-23

K-1st Grade

2332-24

Athletics Girls Basketball

Boys Basketball

Girls will be given the opportunity to improve their skills in a positive environment. Practices are held during the week at Nash Recreation Center or Oregon Elementary. Games are played on Saturday at Nash Recreation Center or Byron Park District. If you are interested in coaching please contact Lesley at lesley@oregonpark.org. Head Coaches will set practice times. Player assessment dates and time at Nash: 2nd-3rd Grade: 10/23 from 5:15-6 pm 4th-5th Grade: 10/23 from 6:15-7 pm

Boys will be given the opportunity to improve their skills in a positive environment. Practices are held during the week at Nash Recreation Center or Oregon Elementary. Games are played on Saturday at Nash Recreation Center or Byron Park District. If you are interested in coaching please contact Lesley at lesley@oregonpark.org. Head Coaches will set practice times. Player assessment dates and time at Nash: 2nd-3rd Grade: 10/24 from 5:15-6 pm 4th-5th Grade: 10/24 from 6:15-7 pm

Date: Starts Mon 11/6; Ends 1/20 Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Fee: $70/$84 NR Deadline: 10/18

Date: Starts Mon 11/6; Ends 1/20 Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Fee: $70/$84 NR Deadline: 10/18

Age

Code

Age

Code

2nd-3rd Grade

2332-28

2nd-3rd Grade

2332-25

4th-5th Grade

2332-29

4th-5th Grade

2332-26

Open Volleyball Gym

All Ages Welcome!

Date: Th 10/5-12/21 *no gym 11/23 Time: 3:30-5:30 pm Location: Nash East Gym Fee: FREE for members/Daily Fee for non-members Continue to develop your volleyball skills with a new weekly open gym at Nash Recreation Center. One court will be set up with balls for you to practice and play.

Indoor Soccer

Date: Sat 2/10-3/9 Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $50/$60 NR Deadline: 1/22 Practice your soccer skills in the warmth of Nash! Youth players will develop their fundamentals and team playing strategies through a 30-minute practice followed by a 30-minute game every week. All players will receive a t-shirt and their own soccer ball to keep! Must be 4 years old by 2/10/24 to register.

Volunteer coaches are needed. Please email lesley@oregonpark.org if you are interested.

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Age

Code

4-5

2332-20

6-7

2332-21

Athletics Pickleball Open Gym for Ages 18+

Dates: M/W/F 8 am-12 pm; Tu 4-7 pm; Sat 8-10 am (Ends 9/30); Sun 3-5 pm (Starts 10/15) Fee: Nash Membership or Daily Fee *No pickleball Tu 1/2 (tournament) Pickleball is often described as a mixture of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton, all played on a mini tennis court with an oversized paddle and a ball similar to a wiffle ball. This game is fast, fun, addictive, and can be played by people of all ages and athletic abilities! Drop in at your own leisure and enjoy this wonderful sport. To learn more about pickleball you can visit the USA Pickleball Association at: usapa.org.

Fall Doubles Pickleball Tournament Age: 18+ Date: Tu 10/10 Time: 4:00-8:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $25/$30 NR (per team) Code: 2332-41 • Deadline: 10/3

Come and play in our Fall Pickleball Tournament! This tournament will be a doubles tournament. Teams can be made up of male, female, or co-ed.

Players must sign up as a team. Nash does have a limited number of paddles that are available to play with. Only 8 teams allowed...don’t wait to register!

Doubles Pickleball League

Daytime Doubles Pickleball Tournament

Join us for our new doubles Pickleball League. Sign up as a pair for this fast paced 6-week League on Tuesday mornings in the Nash Gym. Every week, each team will play 2 different teams in a best of three games format. Prizes will be awarded to the top league finishing team. Sign up soon, as there is a limited number of team slots. Deadline is Thursday, October 19th with the league starting Tuesday, October 24th.

Join us in our first Daytime Pickleball Tournament! Teams can be male, female, or co-ed. Players must sign up as a team.

Nash has a limited number of paddles that are available to play with. Prizes for top finishers! Fee is per team. Only 8 teams allowed...don’t wait to register!

Age: 18+ Date: Tu 10/24-11/28 Time: 9:00-11:30 am Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $50/team Code: 2332-43 • Deadline: 10/19

Holiday Doubles Pickleball Tournament Age: 18+ Date: Tu 1/2 Time: 4:00-8:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $25/$30 NR (per team) Code: 2332-42 • Deadline: 12/26

Come and play in our Holiday Pickleball Tournament! This tournament will be a doubles tournament. Teams can be made up of male, female, or co-ed.

Players must sign up as a team. Nash does have a limited number of paddles that are available to play with. Only 8 teams allowed...don’t wait to register!

Age: 18+ Date: Tu 12/12 Time: 8:00 am-12:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $25/$30 NR (per team) Code: 2332-44 • Deadline: 12/7

Women’s Volleyball League

Age: 18+ Date: Th 11/2-1/18 *no games 11/23 Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $225/team Code: 2332-40 • Deadline: 10/25 Are you ready for some volleyball this fall?

This league is played on Thursday nights and is open to all women who are at least 18 years old and out of High School. This is a great opportunity for all skill levels to exercise and have fun with friends and others from surrounding communities. A tournament will be played at the end of the regular season and championship t-shirts will be awarded to the winners. Mandatory captains meeting will be held on 11/2 at 5:30 pm at Nash Recreation Center.

Beginners Pickleball Open Gym

Age: 18+ • Date: Mon 10/2-12/18 • Time: 12:00-1:30 pm Location: Nash Gym • Fee: FREE for members/Daily Fee for non-members

Have you been interested in trying out Pickleball? This game is fast, fun, addictive, and can be played by people of all ages and athletic abilities! Join us for a new beginners time on Mondays, when you can learn to play with other beginners in a relaxed environment. A few of our regular pickleball players may even be around to give you some tips! To learn more about pickleball you can visit the USA Pickleball Association at: usapa.org. Nash has a limited number of paddles and balls that you can borrow to play.

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Tumbling

T UM B L I N G Tiny Tumblers

Age: 3-5 Day: Wednesdays Location: Nash Recreation Center Gym East Our Tiny Tumblers class teach both the fundamentals of tumbling and classroom participation. Through a variety of fun activities your student will learn to cartwheel, roll, listen, follow directions, work independently and cooperate with others. Our fun style of fitness will leave them eager to return!

Beginner/Novice

Age: 5-12 Day: Wednesdays Location: Nash Recreation Center Gym East BEGINNER-This entry level tumbling class is designed to teach basic skills and technique needed to safely progress in this dynamic sport. Cartwheels and handstands, power and grace, this exciting class offers an hour of nonstop fun and fitness.

NOVICE-Mastered the basics? Ready for a new challenge? Then this is the SPOT for you! Our Novice tumbling class will continue to challenge your tumbler with introduction of limbering skills and handsprings. This is a faster paced class.

Beginner/Novice

Tiny Tumblers Date

Time

Fee

4:35-5:20 pm 9/6-9/27

10/4-10/25

11/1-11/15

11/29-12/13

1/10-1/31

5:25-6:10 pm

Code

Deadline

Date

2324-80 $70/$77 NR

2324-85

8/26

9/6-9/27

Time

Fee

Code

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-95

5:25-6:10 pm

$70/$77 NR 2324-100

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-90

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-105

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-81

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-96

5:25-6:10 pm

$70/$77 NR

2324-86

9/27

10/4-10/25

5:25-6:10 pm

$70/$77 NR

2324-101

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-91

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-106

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-82

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-97

5:25-6:10 pm

$53/$58 NR

2324-87

10/25

11/1-11/15

5:25-6:10 pm

$53/$58 NR

2324-102

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-92

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-107

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-83

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-98

5:25-6:10 pm

$53/$58 NR

2324-88

11/22

11/29-12/13

5:25-6:10 pm

$53/$58 NR

2324-103

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-93

6:15-7:00 pm

2324-108

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-84

4:35-5:20 pm

2324-99

5:25-6:10 pm

$70/$77 NR

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2324-89 2324-94

1/3

1/10-1/31

5:25-6:10 pm 6:15-7:00 pm

$70/$77 NR

2324-104 2324-109

Deadline

8/26

9/27

10/25

11/22

1/3

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Activities Nerf Night for Kids

Age: 6-12 • Date: Th 10/26 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $5/$6 NR Code: 2334-20 • Deadline: 10/20 Battle it out with Nerf. Compete in games like Capture the Flag and Freefor-All Combat as well as do some target practice. Bring your own Nerf guns (no rival series guns please) and safety glasses. We will provide the bullets. Label all your equipment with your name. Oregon Park District is not responsible for lost or damaged guns, bullets or eye protection.

Family Storybook Adventures: Mighty Monarchs

Date: Fri 9/15 Time: 5:00-7:30 pm Location: Lorado Taft Campus Fee: $13/$16 NR Code: 2323-31 • Deadline: 9/8

Some small animals do amazing things, and our own monarch butterflies are starting their annual journey all the way to Mexico. Join us at the Lorado Taft Field Campus for a pizza dinner and story reading all about the beautiful monarch butterfly. Then, meet some amazing monarchs in person and send them off on their yearly migration.

Children 3 and under are free but must register.

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Family Nerf Night

Grown-up Nerf Night

Age: 18+ Date: Fri, 11/3 Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $5/$6 NR Code: 2333-36 • Deadline: 10/27 Who says that only kids can play with toys? Join us for an adults only night of nerf action fun. We will have capture the flag for fun and target shooting challenges for prizes. Oregon Park District will supply the darts and the targets. Participants must wear safety glasses and bring their own nerf-brand guns. All participants must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated high school. No rival series guns.

Owl-O-Ween Nightwalk

Open to All Ages Date: Fri, 10/27 Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Location: LOMC Fee: FREE (registration required) Code: 2333-53 • Deadline: 10/23 Whooo comes out at night? Join us at LOMC for an evening filled with the real-life birds that have probably inspired many ghost stories. We will learn about some of the unique owl adaptations that make them superb nocturnal predators, learn how to recognize our most common owls by sound, and head out into the forest to practice listening for wild owls. This program is open to all ages; please dress for the weather, bring a flashlight, and be prepared for a hike of roughly 1.5 miles. Registration is free but required as we will be guests on LOMC property.

Sponsored by E.D. Etnyre & Co.

Age: 4+ • Date: Fri 11/17 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Gym Fee: $5/$6 NR per person Code: 2334-21 • Deadline: 11/10 Do you wish you could join in the Nerf fun at Nash? Here’s your chance!

This event is for families, fees are per person. We will start the evening with 45 minutes of free play with target shooting available. Then we will have the second 45 minutes for a tag style game with parents vs. kids. May the best age group win! Everyone who attends must be registered. Bring your own Nerf guns (no rival series guns please) and safety glasses. We will provide the bullets. Label all your equipment with your name. Oregon Park District is not responsible for lost or damaged guns, bullets or eye protection.

Humans vs Zombies Jr High Game Night

Age: 6th-8th Graders Date: Sat 10/28 Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Location: Park West Lower Shelter Fee: $5/$6 NR Code: 2334-27 • Deadline: 10/21 Humans vs zombies is the perfect game to play on Halloween weekend. This special after-dark game night in Oregon Park West will give students in grades 6-8 the chance to complete a fun team survival challenge while fighting zombies at night. There will be prizes for winning teams. Students may request to be on a team with friends, otherwise teams will be randomly assigned.

Students should bring a flashlight and dress for the weather.

Activities

FREE!

WILD WEDNESDAYS IN THE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM Did you know that Park West has an outdoor classroom? Come and enjoy learning outdoors when school is out early! This program is a continuation of our summer backyard wildlife safari program and will feature hands-on activities and games themed around Illinois plants and animals that are suitable for a wide age range. This program is made free through a grant from Ogle Natural Areas Alliance. Registration is free but required, children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This program takes place at the Park West Upper Shelter.

SEPTEMBER 6

Deadline: 9/1 2:30-3:30 pm | Code: 2334-50 4:00-5:00 pm | Code: 2334-51

SEPTEMBER 20

Deadline: 9/15 2:30-3:30 pm | Code: 2334-52 4:00-5:00 pm | Code: 2334-53

FREE! Drop-in Stargazing

All Ages Welcome!

Dates: Th 11/9 & 12/21 Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Location: Park West Upper Shelter Fee: FREE-no registration required!

As the sky clears and the days get shorter, come out to Park West to see the stars. Oregon Park District staff will have a telescope on top of the hill at Park West and will be highlighting visible constellations and planets. This program may be postponed if conditions are cloudy on the day of. This is a free drop-in program; no registration is needed! Join us Thursday, November 9 and Thursday, December 21.

Sponsored by E.D. Etnyre & Co.

OCTOBER 4

Deadline: 9/29 2:30-3:30 pm | Code: 2334-54 4:00-5:00 pm | Code: 2334-55

Taft Eagle Watching Brunch Time: 9:30-11:30 am Location: Lorado Taft Campus Fees: Ages 0-2 FREE, Ages 3-10 $10; Teen & Adult $18/$22 NR

Join us for a delicious brunch buffet over the scenic Rock River Valley. Enjoy an interactive educational presentation highlighting the life and conservation of our national symbol, the bald eagle. Illinois is a top-tier eagle watching state in the winter, so you can enjoy watching these spectacular birds while enjoying a topnotch menu including the famous Taft cinnamon rolls and a full brunch spread. Children aged 2 and under are free, children 3-10 are $10.

Dates

Code

Deadline

Sat 1/20

2333-24

1/13

Sun 1/21

2333-25

1/14

Sun 2/4

2333-26

1/28

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Activities Migration Madness at Lorado Taft Age: K-6th Grades Date: Mon, 10/9 Time: 8:30 am-4:00 pm Location: Lorado Taft Campus Fee: $25/$30 NR Code: 2334-33 • Deadline: 10/2

No School Day at Nash

Age: 5-12 Date: Fri, 10/6 Time: 7:45 am-5:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Prairie Room Fee: $40/$48 NR Code: 2334-30 • Deadline: 9/29 There is no school on October 6, come spend the day at Nash. We will play games, make crafts, swim and even enjoy a McDonald’s lunch.

There is no school on October 9 for Indigenous Peoples Day. Join us at Lorado Taft Field Campus for a day of outdoor fun.

October is a great month to observe the changes happening to animal populations in our area. Join us in learning about where the hummingbirds and monarchs go during this time of year, what other animals migrate, and experience what it would be like if you were one of these animals. This program is outdoors, we require long pants and closed toed shoes and please dress for the weather. Please bring a refillable water bottle. Lunch is included in this outdoor program.

N E P O M I W S Join us for special open swims when school isn’t in session!

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Winter Break Camp

Age: 5-12 Day: Wed-Fri Time: 7:30 am-5:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Prairie Room Fee: $120/$144 NR School is out for the holidays so join us at Oregon Park District for days of fun. We will have fun with crafts, active games, quiet games, swimming and a field trip as well. Campers will need a sack lunch, a refillable water bottle and their swimsuit and towel each day. We will provide a light snack to complete the day. Children under age 8 will need a car seat on Thursdays for our field trips.

Field Trips: Th, 12/28-DuPage Children’s Museum, Naperville Th, 1/4-Discovery Center, Rockford Date

Code

Deadline

12/27-12/29

2334-31

12/14

1/3-1/5

2334-32

12/27

Friday, October 6

1:00-3:00 pm

Monday, October 9

1:30-3:30 pm

Wednesday, November 22 2:30-4:30 pm Tuesday, December 26

2:00-3:30 pm

Wednesday, December 27 2:30-4:30 pm Thursday, December 28

1:30-3:30 pm

Friday, December 29

1:00-3:00 pm

Tuesday, January 2

2:00-3:30 pm

Wednesday, January 3

2:30-4:30 pm

Thursday, January 4

1:30-3:30 pm

Friday, January 5

1:00-3:00 pm

Monday, January 15

1:30-3:30 pm

Activities Back to School Emoji Crafts

Age: 5-12 Date: Wed, 9/27 Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Fee: $3/$4 NR Code: 2334-02 • Deadline: 9/20 Join us for back to school crafts. We will make Emoji magnets for our lockers and Emoji stress balls. If we have time, we may even play Bingo. Thank you to our program sponsor E.D. Etnyre & Co.

Gingerbread Workshop

Date: Wed 11/29 Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Fee: $3/$4 NR Code: 2334-22 Deadline: 11/22 It’s time again for our annual Gingerbread Workshop. Join us to make and decorate a gingerbread house. Each registration includes one house kit. We will have extra candy to make your house extra sweet. Also included is crafting a clothespin reindeer ornament.

Focus on making memories and leave the mess behind. Thank you E.D. Etnyre & Co. for sponsoring this program.

Pumpkin Crafting for Kids

Age: 5-12 Date: Wed, 10/25 Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Fee: $3/$4 NR Code: 2334-03 • Deadline: 10/18

Join us for a day of pumpkin crafting. We will paint pumpkins to resemble donuts and make Jack O’ Lantern magnets. If we have time we may throw in a rousing game of Bingo! Thank you to our program sponsor E.D. Etnyre & Co.

TREE-mendous Christmas Children’s Class

Age: 8-16 Date: Sat, 12/2 Time: 4:00-7:00 pm Location: Cin’s Treasures Fee: $39/$46 NR Code: 2334-01 • Deadline: 11/25 Do you have an aspiring artist looking to create a Christmas masterpiece? Cindy Hendrickson of Cin’s Treasures studio is hosting a special class for children aged 8-16 to paint their own ceramic Christmas tree. Trees are just a little larger than 9 inches high and 5 inches wide. Finished trees are perfect for decorating with or to give as a special gift to grandparents.

Trees will need to be glazed after class and can be picked up during Cin’s Treasures Studio’s regular open hours.

Christmas Cookie Party with Aunt B’s Baking

Date: Wed 12/13 • Time: 2:30-4:30 pm • Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Fee: $40/$48 NR (per cookie kit) • Code: 2333-09 • Deadline: 12/6 Fun for the whole family, come enjoy a cookie decorating party with Aunt B’s Baking in the Nash Center River Room. Aunt B will supply Christmas themed sugar cookie decorating kits perfect for two or three people to share. Perfect for parent-child or grandparent-child combos! Come over after school and decorate cookies with Oregon Park District. Registration is priced per cookie kit, not per individual. Each cookie kit contains 4 sugar cookies, frosting, and decorating tools. Oregon Park District will provide light refreshments, music and games.

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Activities Fall Friday Park Hikes Age: 18+ Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Location: Various Parks Fee: $2/$3 NR

Oregon has 3 state parks and 1 state forest all within a 15 minute drive. Get out and enjoy a guided hike through a beautiful natural area with an adult-only group. We will enjoy exploring the flora and fauna of Northern Illinois. Expect each hike to cover roughly 2 miles and last between 1 and 1.5 hours. Meeting location and walking routes will be determined by factors like group size and trail conditions. All participants will receive an email on the Wednesday before each hike with the meeting location. Maximum of 16 people per hike.

Date

Code

Deadline

Fri 9/8

2333-50

9/5

Fri 9/22

2333-51

9/20

Fri 10/6

2333-52

10/4

Trip Back in Time: Old World Wisconsin Age: 10+ Date: Sat 9/16 Time: 8:00 am-6:00 pm Location: Old World Wisconsin— Eagle, WI Fee: $26/$30 NR Code: 2323-20 • Deadline: 8/25

Experience the largest living history museum in the world and go back in time to late 1800’s Wisconsin. See working farms built by German, Danish, and Polish immigrant families, watch the local blacksmith at work and try your hand at time period games and activities. Set against the stunning natural Wisconsin landscape, visitors can travel by foot or take a ride on a modern tram system. Every visit to Old World Wisconsin is a different and unique experience, do NOT wait for this one.

Registration includes transportation and admission for a special group experience. Participants may bring a picnic lunch or purchase lunch from the onsite café.

Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival

Date: Sat 9/9 Time: 8:00 am-6:00 pm Location: Jefferson, WI Fee: $15/$19 NR • Code: 2323-33 • Deadline: 8/30 Calling all fiber artists! Join us on this bus trip to the 21st Annual Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival at Jefferson County Fair Park in Jefferson Wisconsin, on Saturday, September 9. Enjoy the Country Store, which has over 120 vendors.

There are also youth activities, sheep shows, dog trials, competitions, and so much more! Admissions to the festival is an additional $10, cash only. You can also sign up for one of their classes for an additional fee to the festival, which last year included, knitting, spinning, weaving and crochet. For more information on the classes and festival, go to www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com. Registration fee includes transportation to and from the festival with a pick up/drop off at the Nash Recreation Center and additional pickup near Hwy 39 and 251.

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Fall Foliage Road Trip

Age: 21+ Date: Sat 10/14 Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm Location: Mississippi Palisades State Park & Hanover, IL Fee: $32/$38 NR Code: 2333-10 • Deadline: 10/7 Nothing beats a fall picnic with a spectacular view. We will travel in an Oregon Park District Van to scenic Mississippi Palisades State Park for a picnic with a charcuterie box from Jen’s Artisan Breads. We will enjoy the scenic Mississippi River Valley fall colors, with a moderate hike to some of the best rock formations and scenic overlooks.

After our hike and lunch, we will travel to Fergedaboutit Winery in Hanover, IL to enjoy a wine flight in their tasting room.

Registration covers transportation, charcuterie box, and wine flight. Please bring money if you would like to purchase any additional food or drink at the winery.

Taft Fall Luncheon

Date: Sun 10/29 Time: 2:00-4:00 pm Location: Lorado Taft Campus Fee: $18/$22 NR (kids 0-2 FREE) Code: 2333-23 • Deadline: 10/22 Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving-style luncheon with all the trimmings. Enjoy dining at a historic campus and the site of Oregon’s own Eagle’s Nest Art Colony.

Watch for migrating birds of prey over the picturesque Rock River Valley and take a guided campus tour when the meal is finished. All ages program great for family and friend groups. Ages 2 and under are free but must register.

Activities Sweet Spooky Friday the 13th

B I N G O

Brownies & Booze!

Age: 21+ • Location: 9/6 (River’s Edge Experience), 11/2 & 1/11 (Cork & Tap)

Who doesn’t love BINGO! Join us at Cork & Tap where we will play bingo for prizes, enjoy a specialty brownie from Teresa’s Treats and a drink of your choice from Cork & Tap while playing for fun! Must be 21 to attend. Register soon, Bingo sells out quickly!

Date

Time

Fee

Code

Deadline

Wed 9/6

6:00-8:30 pm

$12/$14 NR

2323-14

8/30

Th 11/2

6:00-8:30 pm

$12/$14 NR

2333-30

10/26

Th 1/11

6:00-8:30 pm

$12/$14 NR

2333-31

1/4

Age: 21+ Date: Fri, 10/13 Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $48/$58 NR Code: 2333-05 • Deadline: 10/6 Nothing beats a spooky sweet treat before Halloween. Join us for a cookie decorating night so good it’s scary!

Brooke Cox of Aunt B’s Baking will teach you some of her favorite tips and tricks for masterful decorating. You will decorate 4 spooky Halloween themed sugar cookies, and only need to worry about if it is more fun to decorate them or to eat them. Perfect for a Halloween ladies night out at Cork & Tap with costumes welcome. Registration includes all cookie decorating materials and instruction.

Oktoberfest at Cork & Tap

Christmas Sweets & Cocktail Treats Pairing

Souper Bowl Sunday at Cork & Tap

Let’s kick off Oktoberfest at Cork & Tap with a pairing to get you ready!

Enjoy food prepared by Ralfie’s BBQ, Hazel’s, Jen’s Artisan Breads and The Noble Cakery. Enjoy an appetizer, brat, German potato salad and a black forest cake shooter! Cork & Tap will pair these German delights with an Oktoberfest flight!

Cork & Tap is pairing Christmas sweets with cocktail treats. Join us for a fun event to sample four delicious treats from local bakers paired with four selected hand-crafted cocktails. Cork & Tap is located at 305 W. Washington Street in Oregon. Grab your friends or family and enjoy an evening out at Cork & Tap. Spots are limited so register early!

Join us for a Souper Bowl Sunday at Cork & Tap! This pairing will feature two soups, gourmet grilled cheese and a sweet treat to enjoy. Enjoy food prepared by Hazel’s, Teresa’s Treats and CheeseKake Co. Cork & Tap will pair this January meal with your choice of a beer or wine flight!

Age: 21+ Date: Fri, 9/29 Time: 6:30-7:30 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $26/$30 NR Code: 2333-33 • Deadline: 9/21

Age: 21+ Date: Fri, 12/8 Time: 6:30-7:30 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $26/$30 NR Code: 2333-32 • Deadline: 11/30

Age: 21+ Date: Sun, 1/21 Time: 2:00-3:00 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $26/$30 NR Code: 2333-34 • Deadline: 1/11

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Activities

Nostalgic Ceramic Christmas Tree

Fall Porch Pot

Age: 16+ Date: Wed 9/27 Time: 5:00-6:00 pm & 6:30-7:30 pm Location: Rivers Edge Experience Fee: $51/$61 NR Code for 5:00 pm class: 2323-42 6:30 pm: 2323-43 Deadline: 9/20 Welcome the fall season by creating your own beautiful Fall Porch Pot. Join Tyler of Hagemann Horticulture at River’s Edge Experience for a fun evening of design and planting. Cork & Tap will be on hand to provide a full bar. In this hands-on workshop you will plant a mum, flowering cabbage, and decorative grasses. Hagemann Horticulture will supply all plants, soil and containers. Gardening gloves and a small trowel from home are highly recommended. Class will be held on the outdoor patio weather permitting.

Fall Fun with Rosann

Age: 18+ Date: Wed 10/25 Time: 8:00-11:00 am Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Fee: $12/$14 NR Code: 2333-40 • Deadline: 10/17 Join us for this annual fun event with Rosann as she brings a morning of fun, reflection and of course, Nash Cab! Join us for a morning to enjoy a water aerobics workout, relax, play games, socialize and enjoy breakfast.

The fun will begin at 8:00 am with an optional aerobics class from 8-8:45 am with Rosann or come and enjoy coffee and conversation in the River Room.

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Wine Bottle Succulents Age: 16+ Date: Fri 11/10 Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Location: Grungy Roots Fee: $44/$52 NR Code: 2333-02 • Deadline: 11/3

Succulents are the perfect blend of eye-catching and easy to care for, not to mention a great indoor plant for the winter season. Let Ashley and the Grungy Roots LLC staff guide you through planting your own miniature succulent garden in a stylish wine bottle planter. Class will take place at the Grungy Roots located at 8094 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021.

Holiday Brunch & Market Age: 21+ Date: Sat, 11/11 Time: 9:30-10:00 am Location: Rivers Edge Experience Fee: $27/$32 NR Code: 2333-35 • Deadline: 11/2

Are you ready to kick off the holidays?

Join us at River’s Edge Experience for brunch featuring quiche, pastry, meat and a sweet surprise paired with a flight of morning cocktails. Food prepared by Jen’s Artistan Breads, Ralfie’s BBQ and CheeseKake Co. Breakfast coincides with Oregon’s Holiday Market and Shopping Spree. Brunch also includes discount cards for local businesses to get your holiday shopping off to a fun start! A Holiday Market will also be held at River’s Edge Experience featuring local artisans and coincides with Merlin’s Holiday Open House as well as many other local businesses! Don’t miss out enjoying all that Oregon’s local businesses have to offer!

Age: 16+ Date: Sat 11/11 Time: 4:00-7:00 pm Location: Cin’s Treasures Fee: $70/$80 NR Code: 2333-01 Deadline: 11/4 No holiday decoration is as beloved as a Christmas tree. Paint your very own ceramic Christmas tree at Cin’s Treasures Studio in Conover Square Mall. Add your own personal touches and watch it light up your home. This timeless classic will stay beautiful for years to come. Cindy Hendrickson will supply all materials and class instruction.

Christmas trees measure 14” tall and 9.5” wide, and come ready to go with lights and electric, perfect for gift giving or for decorating.

Winter Porch Pot

Age: 16+ Date: Tu 11/28 & Wed 11/29 Time: 5:307:00 pm Location: Rivers Edge Experience Fee: $55/$65 NR 11/28 Code: 2333-03 11/29 Code: 2333-04 Deadline: 11/21 Let Tyler Hagemann and the Hagemann Horticulture staff guide you through the creation of your own fantastic winter porch-pot. These festive porch pots are perfect for greeting your family and friends during the holiday season.

Registration includes a 14 inch pot, medium, greens and a bow. Decorative add-ons may be purchased on-site. Cork & Tap will be at the class with a full bar.

Activities

Apple Crisp Cheesecake Age: 16+ Date: Wed 9/13 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $38/$45 NR Code: 2323-10 • Deadline: 9/6

Blend two fantastic desserts into one dish perfect for the fall season. This tasty apple crisp cheesecake features a yummy crust, filling and apple topping.

Create your own flavorful fall dessert at Cork & Tap with expert instruction from Lynnie’s Kitchen. Participants will need to bring some dishes and supplies from home. A full list of materials will be emailed to participants after registration closes.

Grow Lettuce in your Living Room

Age: 16+ Date: Mon, 10/2 Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Fee: $5/$6 NR Code: 2333-08 • Deadline: 9/25 Think the end of summer means the end of fresh produce? Well, think again!

Special guest speaker Victor Zadarej of HappyLeaf LED will show you what makes grow-lights work and how to use them to grow vegetables and herbs indoors year-round. Participants will make their own passive hydroponics planter ready to grow. HappyLeaf LED grow-lights will be available for purchase after the program. Youth are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.

Butternut Squash Lasagna

Age: 16+ Date: Th 10/26 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $38/$45 NR Code: 2333-06 • Deadline:10/19 Lasagna is a perfect fall family meal, and butternut squash adds some fantastic flavor. Join Lynn Kaufman of Lynnie’s Kitchen for a fun and flavorful cooking class in the back room of Cork & Tap. Gluten free option available.

Participants will need to bring some dishes and utensils from home, and end the evening with a scrumptious butternut squash lasagna ready to take home and bake. Full list of supplies will be emailed to participants after registration closes.

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Age: 16+ • Date: Wed 11/15 • Time: 6:00-7:30 pm • Location: Cork & Tap Fee: $38/$45 NR • Code: 2333-07 • Deadline: 11/8 Impress your friends and family this Thanksgiving with a delicious sweet potato casserole. Whether you are hosting or traveling, this fantastic side dish is sure to be a hit. Let Lynn Kaufman of Lynnie’s Kitchen help you with your holiday preparations while you enjoy the fun of a night out at Cork & Tap. Gluten free option available.

Participants will need to bring some dishes and utensils from home, and end the evening with a sweet potato casserole ready to take home and bake. Full list of supplies will be emailed to participants after registration closes.

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Activities

Grandparents Day

Date: Fri 9/8 Time: 5:30-7:00 pm Location: Nash Recreation Center River Room Fee: Adult $12/$15 NR; Child $8/$9 NR; Ages 3 & Under FREE Code: 2324-35 • Deadline: 8/30 Celebrate National Grandparents Day with a unique experience at Nash. We will host an evening of fun geared towards grandchildren and their grandparents. Enjoy a pizza dinner along with games and activities—including Bingo! Everyone in attendance must be registered. Children 3 years and under are free.

Toddler Gym with Nancy

Age: 1-3 Time: 11:30 am-12:15 pm Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Let’s head to the gym and burn off some energy! These sessions will include marching, jumping, skipping and dancing. Class is instructed by Nancy Crandall. Class includes structured play, free play and parachute time. Toddlers must be accompanied by a caregiver. Classes are held in the River Room at Nash Recreation Center.

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11/7-11/28

$25/$30 NR

2334-23

10/31

12/5-12/19

$20/$25 NR

2334-24

11/28

1/9-1/30

$25/$30 NR

2334-25

12/19

2/6-2/27

$25/$30 NR

2334-26

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Toddler Drop-in & Play

Age: 0-5 Date: Fri 9/8/23-5/17/24* Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm Fee: FREE/Daily Fee for non-members Location: Nash Rec Center River Room Bring your child aged 0-5 to the River Room to play and meet friends. Cost will be free for passholders or the daily fee for others. Children under 5 are free. No registration required! Children must be accompanied by an adult who stays in the room with them all times. *No drop-in and play on 10/6, 11/24, 12/29, 1/5, 2/16, & 3/29.

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Activities Halloween StoryWalk Trail

Age: 2-12 Date: Wed 10/18 Fee: FREE (children ages 2-12 must register) Location: Park West Lower Shelter Deadline: 10/7 The Park District invites families to join us this year for an outdoor Halloween event at Park West. Enjoy the StoryWalk Trail, reading a Halloween story and participating in a few activities between pages. Then, families will ride through the prairie for kids to enjoy a hayride and checkout our pumpkin patch. You are welcome to wear your costume and get your family photo taken. Dress for the weather. Although this is a free event, each child ages 2-12 must be registered. The trail and playground are wheelchair accessible.

The ride to the prairie to pick out a pumpkin is not wheelchair accessible, however a paved trail leads to the prairie. Rain date of Wednesday, October 25th.

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2:00-2:30 pm

2334-41

2:30-3:00 pm

2334-42

3:00-3:30 pm

2334-43

3:30-4:00 pm

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4:00-4:30 pm

2334-45

4:30-5:00 pm

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5:00-5:30 pm

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Howl-O-Ween Canine Costume Contest

Age: 18+ (must be with dog at all times) Fee: $5/$6 NR (for first dog) • Location: Park West Bandshell Deadline: 10/11 The Oregon Park District is moving the canine costume contest to the Park West Bandshell. Each contestant will be able to do a “runway walk” in the Bandshell to show off their costume and can even pick their own song to walk to. Opportunities for posed pictures with your dog before or after the contest. We will have separate categories for large (approx.

35 lb. +) and small breeds (approx. under 35 lb.), and the winner will be voted on by the crowd. Dogs must be vaccinated for rabies to participate and remain on a leash during the event. An adult must be with each dog at all times, but children are welcome to join the adult for the contest. Come out to Park West for Howl-O-Ween with our canine companions. Please call or stop by Nash to register!

Dog Type Small Breed

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Wed 10/25 4:00-4:30 pm

Large Breed Wed 10/25

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Activities

FREE!

Flannels, Flapjacks and Santa!

Location: Lorado Taft Campus Fees: Ages 0-2 FREE, Child 3-10 $10; Teen & Adult $16/$19 NR Deadline: 12/8 Family meals are a wonderful part of the Christmas season, and sharing a family meal with Santa Claus makes for even more special memories. Join us in your flannel pj’s or your holiday best to dine with Santa at the Taft Campus Dining Hall. Enjoy visiting Santa and taking photos in front of the historic stone fireplace. We will have a delicious flapjack buffet with visits from Santa Claus and opportunities for posed portraits.

Families can enjoy table games, carols, and making a Christmas Craft. New this year, choose between a flapjack breakfast or a flapjack dinner! Children age 2 or under are free but must register.

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Code

Letters to Santa

All Ages Welcome!

Dates: Mon 11/20-12/15 Time: 1:00-3:00 pm Location: Nash Rec Center Lobby Fee: FREE-no registration required!

Just in time for Christmas, Santa’s elves will be installing a mailbox in the Nash Center lobby for letter delivery to the North Pole. The mailbox will be up from November 20 through December 15.

Santa Claus will be making his list and checking it twice, so write him a letter to say you have been nice! Remember to include a postage stamp and your return address with your letter to help make sure Santa and his helpers can write back to you.

5:30-6:45 pm 2333-20

Sat 12/16 8:30-9:45 am

2333-21

Sat 12/16 10:15-11:30 am 2333-22

Donate Blood. Save Lives.

August 21, October 16 & December 11 • 11:00 am-5:00 pm at Nash Rec Center River Room Give back this year by joining us in donating blood with the Rock River Blood Center in the River Room at Nash. Your donation can save up to 3 lives and you’re sure to get that amazing feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction for helping. Guidelines for donating blood change frequently, so if you have questions about whether you qualify to donate, please talk to a donor care specialist by calling (815)965-8751 or check out www.rrvbc.org. To schedule an appointment for one of our drives please contact Tina at (815)732-3101 or tina@oregonpark.org.

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Oregon Park District Proudly Presents our Fall Musical

Join the Oregon Park District and OES for this year’s fall play, Annie Kids. Think “It’s a Hard Knock Life”? Agree things will be better “Tomorrow”?

See the Show – November 11th in the OHS Music Room. 2pm and 6pm shows. Tickets available at the door: $5 for adults, $3 for students, FREE for children 3 and under.

Performance Date: November 11 at 2 pm & 6 pm

The Oregon Park District Children’s Center program is designed to help prepare your child for kindergarten.

Children will learn both indoors and outdoors utilizing both of our classrooms. Mrs. Crandall and Mrs. Teresa have developed a curriculum to assist your child’s social and emotional development as well providing kindergarten readiness skills.

Drop-off and pick-up will occur at our Children’s Center entrance located at School Street and South 6th Street.

This location allows for you to drop your child off at the entrance from your car directly to our teachers.

The Tuesday/Thursday class is geared towards 3-year-olds and younger 4-year-olds. Class meets from 8:15-10:45 am two days per week.

Children must be at least 3 years old to attend the two-day class.

The Monday/Wednesday/Friday class is structured for 4-year-olds and younger 5-year-olds. Children must be at least 4 years old by Sept. 1 to attend. Class will meet on Monday and Friday from 8:15-11 am. Wednesday class will meet from 8:15 am-12:00 pm. Children will bring a packed lunch each Wednesday and enjoy lunch with their teachers to help prepare them for school lunches in Kindergarten.

Children must be potty trained by the

Education first day of class. A birth certificate is required at registration.

Registration for the 2024-25 school year will be Saturday, March 2 beginning at 7:30 am. For more information, contact tina@oregonpark.org.

Tuition Assistance: Application and guidelines are available at Nash Recreation Center for the A. Charles and Lillimore Lawrence Scholarship. The scholarship will supplement tuition for the Children’s Center for the 2024/25 school year for families that meet income guidelines. For more information call Nash Recreation Center, 815-732-3101 or email megan@oregonpark.org.

To register for either program, please call Nash (815) 732-3101. A deposit is required at the time of registration. The deposit is non-refundable and applied towards your September tuition. Monthly tuition payments will begin in October 2024.

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EXTENDED TIME After School Care Your Kids will Love!

Staff engages students in both recreational and educational activities that encourage teamwork, self-confidence and fun. This program is now located in the Oregon Elementary School (Room 138). Children can come straight to the ET room after school! The daily afternoon schedule includes time for snack, homework, themed projects, as well as physical activity. Extended Time follows the school calendar.

Please ensure we have all information updated in our online registration system, including payment, by 25th of the month prior to attendance. $2/ student/day late fee with a max of $20. No registrations are accepted after the first of the month.

To withdraw a child from Extended Time, a refund request must be submitted online. A full refund, less the $5 administrative fee, will be granted if the application for refund is filed by the 25th of the month prior, also known as the Extended Time registration deadline. Refunds will not be granted after the 25th of the month prior unless due to a medical note or emergency. All refunds are subject to the program coordinator’s approval. A full refund will be issued if the Park District cancels a scheduled day.

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Education Exciting Things are On the Way! Oregon Park District is pleased to announce we have been awarded $3,000,000 in Illinois Transportation Enhancement funds to construct the Rock River Heritage Trail connecting Route 64 to Lowden State Park. The Rock River Heritage Trail is a 1.88 mile shared-use path for residents and visitors to access the state park and downtown Oregon, IL. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in 2025.

OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROGRAM Oregon Park District was also given a $1,500 grant to support our new Outdoor Education program. This will be used to build out a curriculum and purchase supplies to help kids and adults alike engage with the outdoors and learn about our local wildlife, natural areas and ecosystems.

Pictured L-R are Ogle Natural Areas President, Trevor Hogan, Oregon Park District Events and Adult Programing Coordinator Caleb Jenks, Oregon Park District Executive Director Erin Folk and Oregon Park District Superintendent of Recreation Tina Ketter.

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Shelters Reserve Space Outdoors!

Community members may reserve a park shelter for family parties, reunions, or community group picnics. The shelters below will provide your group an area to gather and share a meal while enjoying an Oregon Park District park site. Shelter reservations are available April-October and can be made up to 365 days in advance.

Park West 1402 Koontz Place With a yalp court, baggo, inclusive playground, ampitheater, skate park, splash park, boardwalk, batting cage, 2 sand volleyball courts, 2 ball diamonds, 3 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, 4 shelters, grills, an open play area, and a walking trail, this park has just about everything you need for a great day outdoors. NEW this summer! Mini-Pitch Soccer!

Upper Shelter • Capacity: 30-40 • Picnic Tables: 6 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

Lower Shelter • Capacity: 40-60 • Picnic Tables: 10 • Fee: $45/$52 NR • Per Day: $65/$78 NR

Upper Shelter

Lower Shelter

Park East 200 Jones Terrace / 120 River Road Split by River Road this park has many options for recreation including a ball diamond, 2 shelters, grills, 2 playgrounds, an open play area, river fishing, basketball court, and a walking trail.

Inland Shelter • Capacity: 100-200 • Picnic Tables: 17 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

River Shelter • Capacity: 40-50 • Picnic Tables: 8 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

Inland Shelter

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Shelters Lions Park 809 Webster St. This park has a ball diamond, shelter, playground, and open play area.

• Capacity: 20-30 • Picnic Tables: 8 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

Kiwanis Park 201 N. 2nd St. This park has a shelter and access for river fishing.

• Capacity: 20-40 • Picnic Tables: 6 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

Mix Park 701 S. 4th St. Located in the middle of Oregon, this park’s amenities include a shelter, grill, playground, open play area, and pickleball courts.

• Capacity: 30-40 • Picnic Tables: 7 • Fee: Free

Fairground Park 607 Fair Park Dr. Park has a ball diamond, shelter, grill, gazebo, playground, open play area, basketball court, a walking trail and fitness/ play pods located on the walking trail.

• Capacity: 40-60 • Picnic Tables: 9 • Fee: $35/$42 NR • Per Day: $50/$60 NR

Reservations can be made online at www.oregonpark.org or over the phone by calling 815-732-3101.

Reserve any shelter from 8 am-2 pm or 2 pm-8 pm. Reserve both time slots at a discounted rate.

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Reservations can be made online at www.oregonpark.org or over the phone by calling 815-732-3101. Reserve any shelter from 8 am-2 pm or 2 pm-8 pm. Reserve both time slots at a discounted rate.

Reading Nook 210 S. 6th St. Park offers a little library, pergola with seating and playground for ages 2-5.

• Picnic Tables: 3

Wiggly Field Dog Park 810 S. 13th St. One acre fenced off-leash dog park with two separate entrances and exits for safety. The first area is an open running area and the second is an agility training area. The park offers water fountains for people and dogs. All users and dogs must have a permit from Nash Recreation Center to get your permit.

Proof of rabies vaccination is required upon registering. A $10 Key Fob deposit is collected for all first-time users.

Yearly Fee: 1st dog $5/$6 NR; 2nd dog $2/$3 NR

Other Oregon Park District Parks 1. Carnation Park, 1 Webster Street: River fishing and a walking trail 2. Williams Park, 1101 Illinois Street: Open play area and playground 3. Jack’s Landing, Corner of Lafayette & 2nd St. in Daysville: Canoe portage and a walking trail Page 32 | Fall 2023 | September-December

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General Info Activity Guide Release

Digital activity guides are released each year. Print versions are also available by request at the front counter at Nash Recreation Center. A full updated guide can always be found by visiting the district’s website: www.oregonpark.org.

Blood Pressure Monitor

The Park District offers a free blood pressure and heart rate monitor in our Fitness Center. It is a fully automatic self-attended monitor. Be heart-healthy and happy! Know your blood pressure!

Lost & Found

Lost and found articles are kept a maximum of 30 days and then donated to charitable organizations. If you think you or a family member may have lost something in one of our parks or facilities, please call or visit Nash Recreation Center.

Scholarship Program

The Oregon Park District believes that every child should have an opportunity to participate in recreational programs regardless of financial hardship. The Oregon Park District offers scholarships to all OCUSD students for reduced program rates according to financial need. Application forms are available at Nash Recreation Center or online at www.oregonpark.org. Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program registration or choice of program location. Scholarship fund availability cannot be guaranteed.

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Memorial Tree & Bench

Sponsored by the Oregon Park District, the Memorial Bench and Tree Program allows groups and individuals to donate trees or benches to commemorate special events, honor individuals or agencies, or as memorials to loved ones to be placed in park district parks.

The criteria for tree and bench styles is based on park design, function, aesthetics, and maintenance. There are two benches and ten different trees available for memorials. Costs for the memorial benches and trees vary. Please contact Andy Egyed, Superintendent of Parks, at 815-7323101 or andy@oregonpark.org for ordering information.

The Oregon Park District is happy to comply with the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodations (such as an interpreter or physical assistance), please call the Oregon Park District (TDD or Voice) two weeks in advance so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.

You can now fish at night in Oregon Park District parks by purchasing a required Night Fishing Permit. To purchase a permit, please call Nash Recreation Center (815)732-3101. Permits are $20.00 and are valid through the end of the calendar year.

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The Oregon Park District and/or professional photographers under contract may videotape or take photographs of participants in Park District activities, classes, programs, or parks. These photographs and videotapes are used for future recreation guides, brochures, Facebook and other marketing materials.

Gift Cards

Americans With Disabilities Act

Night Fishing Permits

Photo Policy

Gift Cards are available for memberships, activities, and more! For more information call (815)732-3101.

Military Policy

Military home on active duty, their resident family members during military tours and wounded warriors will have access to Nash Recreation Center at no charge. Also, veterans will receive a military discount rate of 10% that cannot be combined with any other discounts. Proof of Common Access Card or documentation with their status as a veteran disabled during service is required.

Image Release

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The Oregon Park District would like to thank the following businesses for their gracious sponsorships. Each sponsorship is allocated to help offset the costs of programs and events offered to our community.

Presenting Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsors

Youth Area Sponsors

Any local business who is interested in becoming an Oregon Park District sponsor may do so by contacting Tina Ketter, Superintendent of Recreation, at tina@oregonpark.org or 815-732-3101.

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