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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

ATHLETICS

Dan Gutierrez dgutierrez@wheelingparkdistrict.com

Brian Jome bjome@wheelingparkdistrict.com

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mo PRESCHOOL/SUMMER CAMP

SPECIAL EVENTS/DANCE & TUMBLING

Bella Licciardello Allen ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com

Emily Matgous ematgous@wheelingparkdistrict.com.

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WHEELING PARK DISTRICT

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY S OPEN N O I TRAT 7, 2024 S I G E R ARY FEBRU

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PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Sunday, February 25 9:00 - 11:00 am Meet leadership staff Learn about the curriculum Tour the facilities 100 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090

www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/preschool

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DAYS OFF SCHOOL - PIRATE DAY 9:00 - 3:00 PM BEFORE CARE: 7:00 - 9:00 AM AFTER CARE: 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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DAYS OFF SCHOOL - HAT DAY 9:00 - 3:00 PM BEFORE CARE: 7:00 - 9:00 AM AFTER CARE: 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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MONDAY

sports & more 5:00 - 5:45 PM

TUESDAY

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27

pre-karate SESSION 1 START DATE

ballet 5:00 - 5:45 pm

times & DATES VARY

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WINTER BREAK CAMP

preschool winter break fun

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

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29

Pee wee soccer 4:45 - 5:30 PM

snowed in family bingo 6:30 - 8:30 PM

fRIDAY

times & DATES VARY

swim lessons SESSION 1 START DATE

sATURDAY

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parent tot tumbling 9:00 - 9:45 am ballet 9:00 - 9:45 am tumbling & gymn 10:00 - 10:45 am

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Kindergarten winter baskeetball 8:00 - 9:00 am

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JANUARY happy noon year 11:00 - 12:15 pm

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winterfest 1:00 - 3:00 pm

free

tot ninja warriors 9:15 - 10:00 am mini ninja warriors 10:00 - 10:45 am rookie dribblers 11:00 - 11:45 am

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sUNDAY

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free

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HALF DAY OFF SCHOOL 12:00 - 6:00 PM

Tiny Tots 9:30 - 11:00 am

fRIDAY

www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/days-off-school

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DAYS OFF SCHOOL PROGRAM

5:00 - 5:55 PM

magic workshop

THURSDAY

Free Admission

Preschool Program

Class or Program start date

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WEDNESDAY

One Day special Event/activity

sports & more 5:00 - 5:45 PM

TUESDAY

Pre Registration Required

LEGEND

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DAYS OFF SCHOOL - PRESIDENTS DAY 9:00 - 3:00 PM BEFORE CARE: 7:00 - 9:00 AM AFTER CARE: 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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MONDAY

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Superhero family date night 6:30 - 8:30 PM

SESSION 2 START DATE times & DATES VARY

Swim Lessons

sATURDAY

FEBRUARY Mini & Me Valentine 9:30 - 11:00 am valentine’s day party 11:15 am - 1:15 pm

let it snow 1:00 - 2:30 pm

sundae funday 5:00 - 7:00 pm

9:00 - 11:00 am

25 preschool open house

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sUNDAY

free

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TUESDAY

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DAYS OFF SCHOOL - LOLLIPOP DAY 9:00 - 3:00 PM BEFORE CARE: 7:00 - 9:00 AM AFTER CARE: 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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MONDAY

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SPRING BREAK CAMP

5:00 - 5:45 pm

ballet

WEDNESDAY

28

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29

THURSDAY

9:30 - 11:00 am

Tiny Tots

4:45 - 5:30 PM

Pee wee soccer

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flaslight egg hunt

6:30 - 8:30 pm

St. Patrick’s party - Kids night out

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fRIDAY

MARCH

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10:00 am - 12:00 pm

hippity Hoppity bunny trail

Various times

preschool playground egg hunt

free

parent tot tumbling 9:00 - 9:45 am ballet 9:00 - 9:45 am tumbling & gymn 10:00 - 10:45 am

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sATURDAY

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11:30 am - 2:00 pm

easter brunch

11:15 am - 1:15 pm

st. Patrick’s Day Party

9:30 - 11:00 am

mini & Me St. patrick’s Day

tot ninja warriors 9:15 - 10:00 am mini ninja warriors 10:00 - 10:45 am rookie dribblers 11:00 - 11:45 am

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sUNDAY

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free

Preschool Program

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12:00 - 2:30 pm

scientist in training

Class or Program start date

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WEDNESDAY

One Day special Event/activity

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TUESDAY

Pre Registration Required

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LEGEND

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MONDAY

Tiny Tots 9:30 - 11:00 am

www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/days-off-school

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splish splash - kids night out 6:00-8:30 pm

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fRIDAY

DAYS OFF SCHOOL PROGRAM

Free Admission

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THURSDAY

APRIL

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spring house soccer league

sATURDAY

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sundae funday 5:00 - 7:00 pm

earth day free 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

sUNDAY

s t n e v E g n i m o U pc Friday, January 12 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Sunday, January 21 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Snowed In Family Bingo

Winterfest

Age: 3+ Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1/5 R/NR Fee: $6 / $8 Code: 113620-01

Age: All Ages Location: Horizon Park Fee: Free

Join us in your PJs for an evening with family and friends playing bingo and winning prizes. Pre Registration is required.

A hot chocolate bar will be provided.

Saturday, February 24 6:30 - 8:30 pm

superhero FAMILY date night superhero FAMILY date night Age: 3+ Location: CRC Age: 3+ Registration Deadline: 2/17 Location: CRC R/NR Fee: $20 / $25 Registration Deadline: 1/5 Code: 113606-01 R/NR Fee: $6 / $8 Grab your favorite superhero costume Code: 113620-01

and gear up for a superhero party! Event Join us in your PJs for an evening with includes dancing, crafts, a photo booth, family and friends playing bingo and and a dessert table. Each child will receive winning prizes. Pre Registration is required. a goody bag to take home.

A hot chocolate bar will be provided.

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Join us for a fun-filled winter event at Horizon Park. Activities will include (weather permitting) snow sculpting, penguin egg-hunt, ice skating, a dog sled demo team, and more!

Sunday, February 11 9:30 - 11:00 am

Sunday, Fe 11:15 am

Mini & Me Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day Party

Age: 2 - 5 Location: CRC Preschool Registration Deadline: 2/4 R/NR Fee: $10 / $15 Code: 111534-01

Age: 3 - 6 Location: CRC Preschool Registration Deadline: 2/4 R/NR Fee: $15 / $20 Code: 111536-01

Spend quality time with your little one celebrating Valentine's Day! We will spend the morning creating, playing with new friends, and decorating a special treat to take home! One adult per child must remain in the room and participate during class.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with o Preschool staff! We will make lun together, create Valentines, and dance party! This is a drop-off p all participants must be able to bathroom independently.

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Sunday, March 10 11:15 am - 1:15 pm

Sunday, March 10 9:30 - 11:00 am

Mini & Me St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day Party

Age: 2 - 5 Location: CRC Preschool Registration Deadline: 3/3 R/NR Fee: $10 / $15 Code: 111534-02

Age: 3 - 6 Location: CRC Preschool Registration Deadline: 3/3 R/NR Fee: $15 / $20 Code: 111536-03

Spend quality time with your little one celebrating St. Patrick's Day! We will spend the morning creating, playing with new friends, and decorating a special treat to take home! One adult per child must remain in the room and participate during class.

Celebrate St Patrick's Day with our Preschool staff! We will make lunch together, create themed projects, and have a dance party! This is a drop-off program; all participants must be able to use the bathroom independently.

PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUND EGG HUNT Location: Preschool Playground Registration Deadline: 3/16 Bring your camera for a photo with the bunny before the hunt for candy - and toy - filled eggs begins. Please bring a basket to collect your eggs. Each child will be permitted one adult to join them. Register early as spaces are limited.

AGE

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1-2 2-3 2-3 3-4

Saturday Saturday Saturday Saturday

3/23 3/23 3/23 3/23

9:30 - 9:45 am 10:00 - 10:15 am 10:30 - 10:45 am 11:00 - 11:15 am

$6 / $10 $6 / $10 $6 / $10 $6 / $10

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HIPPITY HOPPITY BUNNY TRAIL Location: Heritage Park Head out to Heritage Park for fun and games. Bring your camera for a photo with the bunny at the end of the Bunny Trail. Giveaway bags for first 500 kids only. Please bring a basket to collect your eggs.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Saturday

3/30

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Free

EASTER BRUNCH Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Registration Deadline: 3/21 Enjoy a wonderful breakfast spread and visit with the Easter Bunny at our annual Easter Brunch. Prepaid reservations are required. Register at www.chevychasecountryclub.com DAY

DATE

TIME

AGE

FEE

Sunday

3/31

11:30 am - 2:00 pm

0-5 6 - 17 18+

Free $26.95 $41.95

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Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family! Take a nature walk, learn about all the beautiful wildlife Wheeling has to offer, view live animals up close, and plant seeds at the beautiful butterfly garden. Exhibitors are on hand to present information on the environment and answer all your questions about how to make our planet a better place.

HERITAGE PARK PERFORMANCE PAVILION 8

201 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL 60090

d o o h d l i h C y l r a E TINY TOTS

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One week prior Is your tot almost ready for Preschool? Start your child on the right road with our Tiny Tots program! Children will explore, create, discover and make new friends through themes, art projects, songs and games! An adult must remain in the room and participate during class with their child. One adult per child.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

1 - 2.5

Friday

2/9 - 2/23

9:30 - 11:00 am

$40 / $45

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1 - 2.5

Friday

3/8 - 3/22

9:30 - 11:00 am

$40 / $45

111535-02

1 - 2.5

Friday

4/12 - 4/26

9:30 - 11:00 am

$40 / $45

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SCIENTIST IN TRAINING

Location: CRC Preschool Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Students will explore science through experiments, building a robot, and exploring their curiosity with Mrs. Lamb. Students enrolled in a morning WPD preschool class should bring a lunch to class.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

3-5

Wednesday

4/3 - 4/24

12:00 - 2:30 pm

$40 / $48

211537-01

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2024-2025

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REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 7, 2024 Recreation Services Manager, Isabella Licciardello Allen ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com The Wheeling Park District Preschool is guided by the philosophy of “learning through play”. Through activities like art, games, storytelling, cooking, movement and songs, children develop self-control, physical coordination and social skills.

Children are exposed to letters, numbers, colors, shapes and readiness skills in an encouraging and nurturing setting.

The Wheeling Park District Preschool provides a secure and supportive environment for developing a love for school. A detailed Preschool Parent Handbook is available at Parent Orientation and on our Preschool webpage.

CLASSROOM FEATURES:

OUR STAFF

Learning centers for math, writing, reading, art, science and dramatic play • Colorful and imaginative designs • Fully accessible and ADA compliant outdoor playground • Indoor gymnasium

The Wheeling Park District Preschool staff are qualified, experienced teachers who pride themselves on creating a warm, sensitive, safe and educational environment. A ratio of one experienced teacher for every eight children is maintained. Teachers keep up-to-date on the latest standards and trends and are always bringing new ideas to their daily classroom activities.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & CRITERIA

All children must meet the age requirement for the 2024-2025 Preschool program they are being registered for. A complete registration form, up-to-date medical forms and a copy of the child’s birth certificate must be on file prior to the first day of attendance.

If not paid in full, Preschool tuition payments will be set up in 9 equal payments with the first installment collected at the time of registration. The first installment payment is non-refundable. The remaining (8) payments are automatically deducted on: August 10, September 10, October 10, November 10, January 10, February 10, and March 10.

Registration opens February 7, 2024. New this year: Register online or in-person.

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2024–2025 PRESCHOOL PROGRAM OFFERINGS

MY FIRST PRESCHOOL CLASS PRESCHOOL PREP Must be 2.5 before September 1, 2024 Social learning goes hand in hand with language development, a key task for our busy 2s. We enrich the day with songs, rhymes, stories, activity time, and art projects. This is a great way for children to learn how to be away from their parents and how to play with others. Learning is natural and easy with lots of choices and opportunities to explore. A parent or care-giver will be asked to attend the first day of school only. Students will be given priority registration into our 2025-2026 Preschool Program. Toilet training is required or a parent or care-giver must be available on-site to change the child's diaper.

DAY

START DATE

TIME

YEARLY FEE R/NR

INSTALLMENT FEE R/NR

Tuesday/Thursday

9/3

9:30 - 11:00 am

$972 / $1,152

$108 / $128

Monday/Wednesday

9/4

9:30 - 11:00 am

$972 / $1,152

$108 / $128

HALF DAY THREES Must be three before September 1, 2024 Our program is designed for a child ready to flourish in a school setting and stresses socialization, cooperative play, fine motor skills, sharing, and following directions. Choose from a two day or three day per week class option. In this positive, nurturing environment, children are introduced to colors, letters, and numbers, all of which help to encourage a love of learning in education. Toilet training is required or a parent or care-giver must be available on-site to change the child's diaper.

DAY

START DATE

TIME

YEARLY FEE R/NR

INSTALLMENT FEE R/NR

Tuesday/Thursday

9/3

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$1,575 / $1,818

$175 / $202

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

9/4

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

$2,052 / $2,340

$228 / $260

FOURS & FIVES Must be four before September 1, 2024 Our program stresses the development of independence and cognitive skills through learning centers, structures activities, socialization, cooperative and dramatic play, and sharing. In this final step before kindergarten, make sure your eager learner is prepared! Toilet training is required or a member of the family must be available on-site to change the child's diaper.

DAY

START DATE

TIME

YEARLY FEE R/NR

INSTALLMENT FEE R/NR

Monday - Friday

9/3

8:45 - 11:45 am

$3,339 / $3,816

$371 / $424

FULL DAY THREES AND FOURS Must be three before September 1, 2024 Our program stresses the development of independence and cognitive skills through learning centers, structured activities, socialization, cooperative and dramatic play, and sharing. Students bring their own lunch. Toilet training is required. Full day classes do not have a nap time but do provide quiet time.

DAY

START DATE

TIME

YEARLY FEE R/NR

INSTALLMENT FEE R/NR

Monday - Friday

9/3

9:15 am - 2:30 pm

$5,202 / $5,814

$578 / $646

FOURS AND FIVES Must be four before September 1, 2024 Our program stresses the development of independence and cognitive skills through learning centers, structured activities, socialization, cooperative and dramatic play, and sharing. In this final step before kindergarten, make sure your eager learner is prepared! Students bring their own lunch. Toilet training is required. Full day classes do not have a nap time but do provide quiet time.

DAY

START DATE

TIME

YEARLY FEE R/NR

INSTALLMENT FEE R/NR

Monday - Friday

9/3

9:15 am - 2:30 pm

$5,202 / $5,814

$578 / $646

For more information or to check on availability for the 2024-2025 school year please call 847-465-3333.

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Athletics SPRING HOUSE SOCCER LEAGUE Location: Heritage Park Soccer Basin Registration Deadline: 3/27 R/NR Fee: $90 / $100 Day: Weekday Practices Weekend Games This structured soccer league gives children the opportunity to enjoy the game of soccer while learning about teamwork and good sportsmanship. All levels are coed. The league consists of one weekday practice and six weekend games. Practice days and times vary based on the availability of volunteer coaches.

GRADE DATE

TIME

CODE

K

4/13 - 5/18

Varies

203213-01

1-2

4/13 - 5/18

Varies

203213-02

3-4

4/13 - 5/18

Varies

203213-03

SPORTS & MORE

PEE WEE SOCCER

Age: 3-5 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $85 / $95 Day: Tuesday

Age: 3-5 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $85 / $95 Day: Friday

Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports and group games with opportunities to develop motor skills and nurture good sportsmanship. No Class 3/26.

Learn the fundamentals of soccer tactics while changing from simple games to organized, tactical, and competitive games. No Class 3/29.

DATE

TIME

CODE

DATE

TIME

CODE

1/16 - 2/20

5:00 - 5:45 pm

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1/19 - 2/23

4:45 - 5:30 pm

103222-01

2/27 - 4/9

5:00 - 5:45 pm

103228-02

3/1 - 4/12

4:45 - 5:30 pm

103222-03

ADULT/TOT NINJA WARRIORS Age: 2-4 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $85 / $95 Day: Sunday

Parents help tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills through fun movement - based class challenges.

No Class 3/31.

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DATE

TIME

CODE

1/21 - 2/25

9:15 - 10:00 am

103226-01

3/3 - 4/14

9:15 - 10:00 am

103226-02

MINI NINJA WARRIORS Age: 3-5 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $85 / $95 Day: Sunday Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports and group games with opportunities to develop motor skills and nurture good sportsmanship. No Class 3/31.

DATE

TIME

CODE

1/21 - 2/25

10:00 - 10:45 am

103227-01

3/3 - 4/14

10:00 - 10:45 am

103227-02

BALLET

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $84 / $90

Under the creative direction of skilled Chicago Loves Dance instructors, students learn the basic positions for ballet. No class 3/27 and 3/30.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

CODE

3-5

Wednesday

1/17 - 2/21

5:00 - 5:45 pm

105331-01

3-4

Saturday

1/20 - 2/24

9:00 - 9:45 am

105331-02

5-8

Saturday

1/20 - 2/24

10:00 - 10:45 am

105331-03

3-5

Wednesday

3/6 - 4/17

5:00 - 5:45 pm

105331-04

3-4

Saturday

3/9 - 4/20

9:00 - 9:45 am

105331-05

5-8

Saturday

3/9 - 4/20

10:00 - 10:45 am

105331-06

PARENT-TOT TUMBLING

TUMBLING & GYMNASTICS

Age: 2-3 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $84 / $90 Day: Sarturday

Age: 4 - 6 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $84 / $90 Day: Saturday

Enjoy quality time with your child exploring the world of gymnastics.

Tots develop gross motor skills while jumping, tumbling, and having fun. One parent must participate with the child during class.

No class 3/30.

DATE

TIME

CODE

1/20 - 2/24

9:00 - 9:45 am

116537-01

3/9 - 4/20

9:00 - 9:45 am

116537-02

Stay active in this introductory gymnastics class. Chicago Loves Dance instructors focus on developing self-esteem and confidence while mastering tumbling skills and techniques. No class 3/30.

DATE

TIME

CODE

1/20 - 2/24

10:00 - 10:45 am

116808 - 01

3/9 - 4/20

10:00 - 10:45 am

116808 - 03

ROOKIE DRIBBLERS Age: 4 - 6 Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1 Week Prior R/NR Fee: $85 / $95 Day: Sunday

Develop basketball skills and learn the rules of the game through drills and scrimmages played every week through classes designed to promoted good sportsmanship and teamwork. No Class 3/31.

DATE

TIME

CODE

1/21 - 2/25

11:00 - 11:45 am

103221-01

3/3 - 4/14

11:00 - 11:45 am

103221-04

PARENT/TOT SWIM LESSONS Age: 6 - 36 months Location: Indoor Pool R/NR Fee: $70 / $80

This program helps you and your child enjoy the water through activities and songs.

Instructors act as facilitatiors and coordinate both structured and unstructured activities to promote water exploration. Aparent must accompany each child and be actively involved in the instruction.

DAY

DATE

TIME

CODE

Saturday

1/6 - 2/10

10:00 - 10:30 am 102138-01

Sunday

1/7 - 2/11

10:00 - 10:30 am 102138-02

Saturday

2/17 - 3/23

10:00 - 10:30 am 102138-03

Sunday

2/18 - 3/24

10:00 - 10:30 am 102138-04

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Wheeling Park District

We’re P eople Driven

PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID WHEELING, IL PERMIT NO. 51

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT 100 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090

Parties & Rentals!

The Wheeling Park District offers a wide array of affordable indoor and outdoor rental and party options for your next event! Whether it’s a birthday, graduation party, sports outing, or picnic, you can find the ideal space with the Wheeling Park District

PARTY PACKAGES

INDOOR/OUTDOOR POOL

FIELD & COURT RENTALS

SHELTER RENTALS

ROOM RENTALS

FULL SERVICE BANQUET/EVENT HALL

www.wheelingparkdistrict.com/rentals-parties