FORKIDS5YEARSAND YOUNGER We’re People Driven Wheeling Park District MAY - AUGUST
HOW TO REGISTER
ONLINE
Register online at www.wheelingparkdistrict.com. An account with User ID and password is required to access the system.
WALK-IN
Please visit www.wheelingparkdistrict.com for current CRC Guest Service Desk hours.
MAIL-IN
Mail completed registration form and payment to:
Wheeling Park District
100 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090
IMPORTANT ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS
Community Recreation Center (CRC), 100 Community Boulevard, 847-465-3333
Family Aquatic Center at Heritage Park, 105 Community Boulevard
Performance Pavilion at Heritage Park, 201 Community Boulevard
ABBREVIATIONS & SYMBOLS
R/NR Resident (In-district)
Non-resident (Out-of-district)
STAFF DIRECTORY
AQUATICS
Dan Gutierrez
dgutierrez@wheelingparkdistrict.com
PRESCHOOL/SUMMER CAMP
Bella Licciardello Allen ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com
ATHLETICS
Brian Jome
bjome@wheelingparkdistrict.com
experienced modern supportive private
SPECIAL EVENTS/DANCE & TUMBLING
Emily Matgous
ematgous@wheelingparkdistrict.com
Why Select Us?
We know there are a lot of options out there. So what stands us apart from the rest?
• Flexible and affordable options with monthly payments
• Professional, experienced and caring teachers
• Children learn life skills through dramatic play, sensory-engaging activities and child-led ideas
• Weekly themes to keep children engaged
• Use of the Park District indoor gym
• Partnership with local libraries
847-465-3333
LEARNING THROUGH PLAY experienced staff modern classrooms supportive environment REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! 100 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL 60090
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www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/preschool
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private playground
BARK IN THE PARK
Sunday, May 19
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion
KIDS FEST
Saturday, June 15
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion
It’s time to free yourself and your family from all electronic devices! This summer, unplug with the Wheeling Park District at your neighborhood parks. These community events are all about engaging with family, friends and neighbors in beautiful outdoor settings. Get familiar with the benefits of parks and recreation close to home.
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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE
Thursday, July 25 8:00 pm
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Sunday, August 11 1:00 - 7:00 pm
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Tuesday, August 6 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion
Look for district staff at the Unplug at the Park trailer to learn more about Park District programs, events and facilities!
SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE
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Age: 3-5 years old (Must be 3 by September 1, 2023)
Location: CRC
Through themes like nature, music, animals and more, explore, discover, create and make friends. Visits to the Splash Pad at the Family Aquatic Center are also part of the fun. Designed and supervised by early childhood education teachers, Little Campers is the perfect camp for your 3-5 year old! Campers must be fully toilet trained.
PROGRAM DAYS DATESTIMES R/NR FEE CODE Fours/Fives Monday - Thursday 7/8 - 7/25 9:15 - 11:45 am $198 / $216 206422-02 ThreesMonday - Thursday 7/8 - 7/25 9:15 - 11:45 am $198 / $216 206422-03 PROGRAM DAYS DATES TIMES R/NR FEE CODE Fours/Fives Monday - Thursday 6/10 - 6/279:15 - 11:45 am $198 / $216 206421-02 ThreesMonday - Thursday 6/10 - 6/279:15 - 11:45 am $198 / $216 206421-03 4
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Summer Crossword Puzzle
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1. Something you drink to stay cool.
2. A round object you use to play.
3. People that you can have fun with.
4. Activity you do in a pool.
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family aquatic center
LOOKS LIKE FUN!
Dive into the summer pool adventure at the FAC! Search high and low to find hidden summer treasures. Check off each discovery!
Shower Tubes
center
Concession Stand
Tsunami Splash
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Concession Stand
Keep moving!
BALLET
Location: CRC
Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior
R/NR Fee: $84 / $90
Under the creative direction of Chicago Loves Dance instructors, students learn the basic positions for ballet and have fun dancing and singing along in this beginner-level class. No class 7/3 and 7/6.
PARENT-TOT TUMBLING
Age: 2 - 3
Location: CRC Gym 2
Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior
R/NR Fee: $84 / $90
Day: Saturday
Toddlers have a blast moving, jumping, and tumbling while having loads of fun! Each session promotes parent-child bonding as your little one explores and learns in a secure, playful environment. One parent must participate with their child during class.
DATE TIME CODE 5/11 - 6/15 9:00 - 9:45 am 216537-01 6/29 - 8/10 9:00 - 9:45 am 216537-02 No class 7/6. TIME CODE 10:00 - 10:45 am 216808-01 10:00 - 10:45 am 216808-03 AGE DAY DATE TIME CODE 3 - 5 Wednesday 5/8 - 6/12 5:00 - 5:45 pm 205331-01
- 4 Saturday 5/11 - 6/15 9:00 - 9:45 am 205331-02 5 - 8 Saturday 5/11 - 6/15 10:00 - 10:45 am 205331-03
- 5 Wednesday 6/26 - 8/7 5:00 - 5:45 pm 205331-04
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PARENT/TOT SWIM LESSONS
Age: 6 - 36 months
Location: CRC Indoor Pool
This program helps you and your child enjoy the water through activities and songs. A parent must accompany each child and be actively involved in the instruction.
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Age: 3 - 5
Location: CRC Indoor Poolr
These classes focus on development of motor skills in the water, including blowing bubbles, kicking on front and back, supported floats, and alternating arm scoops. Students are also given structured opportunities to further explore the water while using appropriate techniques and games geared toward the development of their skills.
Visit www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/swim-lessons for more info.
PRE-KARATE
Age: 4 - 6
Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior
Young children develop flexibility, strength, and coordination skills through fun, yet disciplined, activities. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies to enhance memory and agility. Watch your child's confidence blossom and skills improve. No Class 7/13.
Age: 2 - 3
Location: Heritage Park Fields/CRC Gym 2
Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior
R/NR Fee: $85 / $95
Day: Sunday
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills through this introduction to baseball. Parents or caregiver participation is required, and participants should bring their own gloves. No class 7/7.
6/16
- 9:45 am
Community Center
Community Recreation Center
ADULT TOT T-BALL T-BALL SKILLS CLINIC
Heritage Park Fields/CRC Gym 2
Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior $85 / $95
This program is perfect for a child who wants to have fun, make new friends and be introduced to baseball. Participants enjoy learning the skills needed to play baseball. All you need to bring is a glove!
DATE TIME
- 7/28
9:00
TIME CODE 9:45 - 10:30 am 203328-02
LEVEL DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE Beginner / Continuer Wed 6/12- 8/28 4:00 - 4:45 pm $183/$193 208481-06 Intermediate/Advanced(Instructor Permission) Wed 6/12- 8/28 4:45 - 5:30 pm $183/$193 208481-07 Beginner/Continuer (0-1 prior sessions) Sat 6/15 - 8/24 9:00 - 9:45 am $153/$163 208481-08 Novice (2 session - White w/ stripes) Sat 6/15 - 8/24 9:55 - 10:40 am $153/$163 208481-09 Intermediate / Advanced (Red Belts & Up) Sat 6/15 - 8/24 10:50 - 11:50 am $173/$183 208481-10 DAY LOCATION
Central
Wednesday
Saturday
DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE SESSION 1 Saturday 6/1 - 6/29 10:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-03 Sunday 6/2 - 6/30 10:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-04 Wednesday 6/5 - 7/3 10:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-05 SESSION 2 Saturday 7/6 - 8/31 0:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-06 Sunday 7/7 - 8/41 0:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-07 Wednesday 7/10 - 8/71 0:00 - 10:30 am $60 / $70 202138-08 9
PRESCHOOL
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Small Steps, big Goals! SOCCER
Top 5 tips for young players
Practice stopping with the ball when running forward.
Practice keeping possession of the ball. Don’t let it get away!
Practice passing and stopping the ball with the inside of your
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes!
Practice how to run backwards and sideways. Try not to fall!
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Come Join the Fun on the Soccer Field
Pee Wee
Soccer
Location: Heritage Park Fields/CRC Gym 2
Registration Deadline: One Week Prior
The younger player develops their soccer skills and also gains confidence, coordination, motor skills and communication. The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players kicking, ball control, dribbling, shooting and more. No class 7/7.
AYSO PLAY! Soccer Camp
Location: Heritage Park Soccer Basin
Registration Deadline: One Week Prior
Engage in daily small group sessions, allowing personalized guidance through soccer skills and challenges. Each day is themed, focusing on technical skills and broader soccer concepts for an enriching experience. Please make sure to bring a water bottle.
FALL House Soccer League
Location: Heritage Park Soccer Basin
Registration Deadline: 8/21
A $20 late fee applies to any registration after deadline
The Wheeling Park District is dedicated to providing a structured soccer league that provides children with the opportunity to enjoy the game of soccer while learning about teamwork and good sportsmanship. The league consists of one weekday practice and six Saturday games. Practice nights will vary based on the availability of volunteer coaches. Practices will start the week of September 2.
away! your foot. fall!
AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 3 - 5 Sunday 6/16 - 7/28 10:30 - 11:15 am $85 / $95 203322-03
GRADE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE K 9/7 - 10/12 Varies $90 / $100 303213-01 Weekday Practices
AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 3 - 5 Monday - Friday 6/24 - 6/28 8:00 - 8:45 am $50 / $60 203225-01 13
Saturday Games
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
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FEE: $25 / $30 CODE: 211538-01
MAY 10 |
AGE: 3 - 5
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Kick start your childs summer by signing them up for our themed classes! Each class children will participate in circle time, read a story, and make a special themed project! Preschool staff will be leading this program. DAY DATE TIME THEME R/NR FEE CODE Tuesday 5/21 9:00 - 11:30 am Under the Sea $12 R / $18 NR 211808-01 Wednesday 5/22 9:00 - 11:30 am Pirates $12 R / $18 NR 211808-01 Thursday 5/23 9:00 - 11:30 am STEAM $12 R / $18 NR 211808-01 Friday 5/24 9:00 - 11:30 am Baking $12 R / $18 NR 211808-01 ALL DAYS DATES R/NR FEE CODE Tuesday - Friday 5/21 - 5/24 $42 R / $67 NR 211809-01
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SPRING INTO SUMMER
R/NR
FRIDAY,
5:30
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WWW.WHEELINGPARKDISTRICT.COM/EARLYCHILDHOOD
Participants will build and decorate their own cardboard car and enjoy pizza while watching the movie, Cars! Pajamas and blankets are encouraged but not required. click on qr code to REGISTER TODAY! 15
AGE:
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Registration Deadline: 4/29
dRIVE-IN MOVIE
Childerley Park shelter
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Horizon Park Shelter
Capacity: 100 guests
Public playground onsite
Restrooms onsite
Charcoal grill
12-14 picnic picnic tables
Electrical outlets
50 guests
Public
playground onsite
Public basketball courts onsite
Restrooms onsite
4 picnic
tables
No electrical
No grilling Heritage Park scan qr code to learn more! Splash into fun at the Aquatic Center What's included? • Admission to FAC for all guests your designated party time. • Reserved party area for • Party Attendant • Paper goods: plates, cups, utensils • Package includes up to 30 fee for each guest (Max 50). • Days: Saturdays & Sundays
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rentals
Tent Heritage Park Shelter
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FAC Party Package:
guests during and after time.
two hours.
cups, napkins, plastic
30 guests, additional 50).
Sundays
75 guests
tables under the tent
6 Picnic
– 4 picnic tables under awning
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playground on site
Public
Flushing restroom nearby
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BUY YOUR SEASON PASS TODAY! We’re P eople Driven Wheeling Park District WHEELING PARK DISTRICT 100 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090 PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID WHEELING, IL PERMIT NO. 51
