The mission of the Community House is to enrich the lives of North Shore residents, their families and friends by providing diverse educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for people of all ages. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is funded through our programs and the generosity of our donors.
ACCESSIBILITY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
For persons with disabilities, the Community House is accessible from the northeast at the canopied entrance off the Pine Street parking lot or through the south entrances.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OFFICERS
Amy Brock, Chair
Raheela Anwar, Vice Chair
Murray Ancell, Past Chair
Betsy Landes, Secretary
Mark Wetzel, Treasurer
Libby Elliott, Member at Large
Board of Governors
MEMBERS
Elaine Bovaird
Susan Cellmer
Leslie Farmer
Neil Golden
Duncan Healy
Thomas Hudgins
Karen Hunt
Anne Klaskin
Kate Kligora
Tom Maentz
Ann Smith
Tom Smith
Susan Snyder
Bob Stracks
Carla Vorhees
Connie Yonan
Your Community House Staff
Amy Skalinder, President
Kate Brower, Finance Manager
Mike Buscher, Director of Operations
Patrice Eason, Office Manager
Nancy Forster, Advancement Associate
Lisa Jarvis, Fitness Manager
Mike Landers, Maintenance Manager
Debra Puce´, Director of Advancement
Patti Ruiz, Program Manager
Brian Schiller, Marketing Manager
Mark Schusteff, Facility Manager
Jeff Wahl, Program Manager
Kelsey Wright, Advancement and External Affairs Manager
Friends, we miss you! For those of you who are staying home and sheltering in place – thank you for doing your part to slow this virus. For those of you still out and about doing essential work, thank you for all you are doing to care for others!
If there’s one thing we’ve learned during this challenging time, it’s that we can never again take our ability to gather as a community for granted. Here at the Community House, we feel the loss of community keenly – because at our core, that’s what we’re all about.
Our programs, classes, fitness center, performances – these activities are wonderful ways to try new things, develop our skills, and pursue our best selves. But what’s truly special about the Community House is that at the heart of it all, we find joy in coming together in a place where we belong, where that feeling of community and connectedness is strong and vibrant.
For now, our core staff team is working from home, coordinating virtual programs, sharing ideas for staying active and engaged while at home, and doing everything we can to keep the feeling of community going while we can’t physically be together. We’re also planning for the future, looking ahead to this summer and beyond, and preparing for the day we can all be together again.
As you, too, look ahead to brighter days, we hope you’ll flip through this on-line booklet and consider summer programs at the Community House. Please know that even as we are planning for the summer, we are also continuing to monitor public health guidelines, and we will not resume our operations until it is safe to do so. If you register for a summer program and it is cancelled or delayed due to COVID-19, we’ll issue a full or pro-rated refund, as the situation indicates.
The safety of this community is our highest priority. We hope you are staying healthy – and we want you to know that when we get through this and it is safe to come together again, the Community House will be here, ready to warmly welcome you back to your home away from home.
Amy Skalinder President
summercamps
FANTASY DANCE CAMP
This very popular camp incorporates imagination, movement, pantomime, music, dance, and enchanting costumes to make for a wonderful summer experience. Each week we will explore a new theme, learn basic ballet, improve motor skills, complete an arts & crafts project, and enjoy a yummy snack. Please have your child toilet trained as the instructor will not change diapers. This camp meets one day a week for two hours. You may sign up for as many days as you wish. Please bring a small snack and a water bottle to class.
Instructor: Gwendolyn Britt
Ages: 3-6
Activity# Date
14458 6/15-8/3 M 2:00-4:00 PM $256/$307 14459 6/16-8/4 Tu 9:30-11:30 AM $256/$307 14460 6/17-8/5 W 1:00-3:00 PM $256/$307 14461 6/18-8/6 Th 3:30-5:30 PM $256/$307
HOT SHOTS SPORTS SCHOOL’S OUT SPORTS CAMP
Campers join us for our annual Summer Camp, where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. The focus will be on helping the kids with teamwork and fundamentals while playing a variety of sports throughout the week. Prizes and awards will be given out daily, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports, as this program provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Prizes and awards will be given out, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship. Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.
Moms and tots come play and learn as we see how much fun it is to be a toddler! We will have lots of exploring time plus an art project, a story and snack to end a day of fun. An adult must accompany each child. No siblings are allowed. Please bring a sippy cup for your child.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand & Sheri Offenbach
Ages: 1-2 years
Activity# Date Day Time
14473 6/17-8/5 W 9:15-10:00 AM $195/$235
LITTLE BITS
Little Bits is a class designed for ages 2-3 to have fun and make new friends while engaging in art, music, free play, story time and end class with a snack. Each week will be centered around a new theme. Children will be taught social skills as sharing, caring and cooperation. Unfortunately, staff may not change diapers. You may register for as many days as you like. Children must be 2 years of age by June 12, 2020. This is a drop off class.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand & Bobbie Weiss
Ages: 2-3 years
Activity# Date Day Time
14472 6/15-8/3 M 9:30-11:00 AM $208/$249
ABC’s & 123’s
Each class is centered on a different number and letter which are reinforced through various puppets, songs, games and stories. Children must be 3 years of age by June 12, 2020.
Instructor: Elyse Ferdinand & Bobbie Weiss
Ages: 3-4
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
14475 6/19-8/7 F 9:30-11:00 AM
$208/$249
sewing & fine arts
AMAZING ART
Amazing Art combines all your favorite art projects and mixed media in one unique class. Kids will make tie-dye shirts (to be used as art smocks for the session), experience pottery painting, create fired ceramic arts, paint a canvas acrylic painting, do recycled art projects, and more. Lessons will include concepts and techniques kids can use for a lifetime, and the experience of creating awesome projects will result in excellent self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment. Finished work will be taken home immediately. This is a drop off program. All new lessons are offered for each session.
Instructor: Sunshine Arts and Crafts
Grades: K -5th
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 14444 6/17-8/19 W 4:00-5:00 PM $265/$299
wood working
KIDBUILT BUILD:
A PROJECT WITH DAD FOR FATHER’S DAY NEW!
Work alongside your child, building a predetermined project for Father’s Day and have some fun. Each of you will have protective eye gear and gloves while using hand tools such as saw, hammer, speed square, etc., to build a project dad will love. The class is for one child and one adult. Paint will be available if painting your project is something you both decide to do. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Instructor: KidBuilt
Grades: K-5th
dog obedience
BIG SKY DOG TRAININGDOG OBEDIENCE PUPPY CLASS
This class is designed as a positive and reward-based Puppy Head Start Program. Your puppy will learn, focus and attention, sit, down, wait and stay, walking on a loose leash, walking through a door correctly, and recall (come), to name a few. Each of the 6-week lessons will also focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing, and barking. This class will teach you the reasoning behind a puppy’s thought process as well as the prevention of and response to unwanted behaviors. No retractable/expandable leashes, no sandals without a back strap.
Instructor: Montana Hayes
Ages: 14 & UP Activity#
14427 6/13-7/25 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179
14433 7/1-8/5 W 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179 14432 8/1-9/19 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179 14434 8/12-9/23 W 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179
No Class: 7/4, 8/22, 8/26, 8/29
BIG SKY DOG TRAINING -
DOG OBEDIENCE INTERMEDIATE
Your dog has learned the basic skills. Now It is time to up the ante! This class is geared toward strengthening the basic level obedience skills and commands your dog has already learned. People interested in obtaining their dog’s CGC Certification will be able to test at the end of the class. No retractable/expandable leashes, no sandals without a back strap. Please bring Clean-up bags.
Instructor: Montana Hayes
Ages: 14 & UP
Activity# Date Day Time
M/NM
14422 6/4-7/9 Th 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179
14436 7/16-9/3 Th 10:00-11:00 AM $145/$179 No Class: 8/20, 8/27
BIG SKY DOG TRAINING
DOG OBEDIENCE BASIC + CLASS
This class is designed to review commands and increases the difficulty of exercises by extending the time and distance for each command. At each lesson, you will be able to focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing, and barking, pulling on the leash, to name a few. People interested in obtaining their dog’s Canine Good Citizen Certification will be able to test at the end of the class. No retractable/expandable leashes, no sandals without a back strap. Please bring Clean-up bags.
Instructor: Montana Hayes
Ages: 14 & UP
Activity# Date Day Time
M/NM
14426 6/13-7/25 Sa 11:15 AM-12:15 PM $145/$179
14416 7/1-8/5 W 11:15 AM-12:15 PM $145/$179
14435 8/1-9/19 Sa 11:15 AM-12:15 PM $145/$179
14428 8/12-9/23 W 11:15 AM-12:15 PM $145/$179
No Class: 7/4, 8/22, 8/26, 8/29
CREATIVE PAWS - DOG OBEDIENCE PUPPY CLASS
Puppy Class provides a positive environment for socialization of puppies and people alike. Early socialization has been shown to greatly reduce the incidence of both human-directed aggression and dog-dog aggression, as well as anxiety and fear-based behavior problems. Additional topics covered are house training, mouthing, barking, and preventing behavior problems. Obedience behaviors of sit, coming when called, and walking on a leash will be introduced. This class is appropriate for puppies ages 2-4 months old. All dogs must have at least two rounds of vaccinations prior to class. Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.
Instructor: Ashley Trotter
Ages: 12 & UP
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
14272 6/2-7/7 Tu 7:00-7:50 PM $145/$179
14423 7/21-8/25 Tu 6:00-6:50 PM $145/$179
CREATIVE PAWS - DOG OBEDIENCE 101
Obedience 101 teaches the basics of obedience: sit, down, stand, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel, everything your companion dog needs to know! Both verbal commands and hand signals will be used. Dogs of any age may take this class. Positive reinforcement techniques will be used, so please bring food rewards or a small toy with you to class. Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.
Instructor: Ashley Trotter
Ages: 12 & UP
Activity#
14271 6/2-7/7 Tu 6:00-6:50 PM
7/21-8/25 Tu 7:00-7:50 PM
CREATIVE PAWS - DOG OBEDIENCE 102
Obedience 102 is focused on honing the skills of Obedience 101. Additional levels of difficulty and distractions will be added. Dogs of any age may enroll provided they have a basic knowledge of basic obedience commands: sit, down, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel. Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.
Instructor: Ashley Trotter
Ages: 12 & UP
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
14425 7/21-8/25 Tu 8:00-8:50 PM $145/$179
CREATIVE PAWS - DOG OBEDIENCE RALLY
Rally is a fun spin on traditional obedience for both the dog and the handler Rally is a sport in which ALL dogs are encouraged to participate. Dogs must have strong heeling skills to take this course. Obedience skills of sit, down, stand, stay, heeling, and coming when called will be worked on in the context of an obstacle course of obedience exercises. Children training dogs must be at least 12 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.
Instructor: Ashley Trotter
Ages: 12 & UP
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
14233 6/2-7/7 Tu 8:00-8:50 PM $145/$179
Become a communityhouse member!
When you become a Community House member, you’re joining generations of families who have called the Community House home through the years. The Community House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and does not receive any tax dollars. Your membership not only provides you with priority registration and special member rates on programs – it also helps to support the Community House as a vibrant and thriving meaningful community hub, where people of all ages can gather, grow, and connect.
Please joinus at www.mycommunityhouse.org/memberships
MOM’S MORNING OUT NEW!
Moms, Dads, and/or caregivers, need to run some errands? Having trouble scheduling an appointment due to childcare issues? Bring your child(ren) to our Free to be Kids childcare room and HAVE SOME TIME FOR YOU! For two hours a day, your child will be cared for by our friendly, caring staff promoting social interaction, emotional growth and cognitive skills. With a variety of toys and games, your child will be entertained while you are able to cross items off your to-do list! Although space is limited, you may register for more than one day per week! Unfortunately, we are unable to accept drop-ins.
Instructor: Free to Be Kids Staff Ages: 8 weeks & up
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 14488 6/15-7/20 M 9:30 AM-11:30 AM $90 14489 6/16-7/21 Tu 9:30 AM-11:30 AM $90 14490 6/17-7/22 W 9:30 AM-11:30 AM $90 14491 6/18-7/23 Th 9:30 AM-11:30 AM $90 14493 6/19-7/24 F 9:30 AM-11:30 AM $90
sports
FENCING
The Olympic sport of fencing demands a blend of tactical and strategic thought and a physical execution of those decisions. This has led many to describe the sport as “physical chess.” Fencing also teaches balance and discipline and even more than this, it’s fun! This class is for those new to fencing or those who would like to work on the basic skills. This class will cover basic rules, etiquette, basic footwork, attacks and defenses. Classes will consist of warm up time, footwork time, group lesson and bouting. All equipment is provided.
Instructor: Midwest Fencing Academy
Ages: 7-Adult
Activity: Date Day
14438 6/17-7/22 W 5:00-6:00 PM
14439 7/29-9/2 W 5:00-6:00 PM
No Class: 7/1
martial arts
LITTLE DRAGONS
$199/$249
$239/$299
Taekwondo is a 2000 year old martial art offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities. Students have the opportunity to improve concentration and self esteem, achieve lifelong physical fitness and learn self-defense skills. A $45 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gear.
This introductory class is designed to captivate the interest of our youngest students. Skills are developed through gentle instruction and appropriate games for their ability. This class focuses on developing balance, coordination and respect for the discipline of martial arts training.
Beginner–Yellow Belt
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff
Ages: 4–5
Activity# Date Day Time
14417 6/17-8/26 W 4:00-4:40 PM
$155/$179
PARENT/CHILD
TAEKWONDO
This class provides families with a fun opportunity to spend time together while improving physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics and traditional Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking and blocking. Fee includes instruction for one parent and one child.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff Ages: 7+ Activity#
14420 6/17/8/26 W 5:40-6:35 PM $155/$179
EARLY
TAEKWONDO
Designed especially for younger children, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skills and self-confidence through creative activities.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff Ages: 6–7
Activity#
14418 6/17-8/26 W 4:45-5:35 PM $155/$179
YOUTH TAEKWONDO
This program includes a balanced cardiovascular workout including punching, kicking and blocking skills. Participants will improve coordination, power of concentration, balance and both physical and mental discipline.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff Ages: 8–13
Activity#
14421 6/17-8/26 W 5:40-6:35 PM $155/$179
ADULT TAEKWONDO
Restricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study of forms, stances and the skills of punching, kicking and blocking.
All Belts
Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Staff Ages: 14+ Activity# Date Day Time
14419 6/17-8/26 W 5:40-6:35 PM
“Winnetka Martial Arts has been an amazing experience for my 8 year old who started in at 4. It has taught him discipline, focus and respect while at the same time being fun and something he looks forward to every week.” Chris L.
school of dance
• LEARN COORDINATION!
• GAIN CONFIDENCE!
• PREPARE FOR THE NEXT STEP!
• DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!
Students who sign up for 3 or more dance classes will receive 10% off entire order. Must register in person to receive discount
GET TO KNOW OUR INSTRUCTORS
Gwendolyn Britt
Teaches: Ballet and Fantasy Dance
Gwendolyn has been teaching ballet and fantasy dance at the Community House for over 20 years. Her students learn proper ballet technique in an encouraging atmosphere filled with beautiful music and joy! Gwendolyn began her professional career dancing in the Ruth Page Nutcracker at McCormick Place. She later danced for the Lynda Martha Dance Company of Chicago, affording her the opportunity to perform at the Auditorium Theatre, Ravinia Festival, Three Rivers Arts Festival, and many regional colleges. Gwendolyn has also performed with the Concert Dance Company of Boston, dancing in theatres and schools throughout New England. While living in Boston, she was also associate director of the Lexington School of Ballet. Gwendolyn graduated from the Indiana University School of Music with a BS in Ballet Education. She is a certified teacher with the Cecchetti Council of America.
Jenny Oelerich
Teaches: Tiny Tap, Tap 1, Jazz Improv, Hip Hop, Tap Fitness and Musical Theatre Dance
Endorsed by Toby Nicholson, Jenny Oelerich is an experienced dancer, teacher, and choreographer of all styles. Originally from Winnetka, she recently earned a BFA from the University of Illinois and has since returned to share her love of dance with children and people of all ages. ince graduating, she has been choreographic and performing throughout the Chicagoland area, most recently with Khecari and Alluvion Dance Chicago. While her favorite style of dance is modern, she has a special passion for teaching jazz and contemporary to her students and has also been known to teach a yoga class or two! Jenny is also an alumna of Children’s Theatre Winnetka, Children’s Hour, and New Trier dance. She recently performed in the Community House production of A Christmas Carol and is excited to be returning to her roots at the Community House! Recently she performed in the Community Houses production of The Christmas Carol and is excited to be returning to her roots in the Community House!
E. Marc Nevins
Teaches: Adult Ballet
Marc is a dancer with nearly twenty years of performing experience including appearances with American Ballet Theatre, Joffery Ballet, Ballet West and locally the Evanston Concert Ballet. He studied at the University of Utah,Interlochen Arts Academy, School of American Ballet in New York and with Maria Tallchief in Chicago. He was also the artistic director and founder of Ballet Entre Nous. He has directed over thirty ballets and directs the annual Nutcracker Gems here at the Community House.
FANTASY DANCE
Imagination, movement, dance and enchanting costumes combine to enhance your child's creativity and coordination. Classes incorporate basic ballet, French terminology, creative movement and motor skill development. Parent Observation Day will take place on the last day of the session for the last 15 minutes of class.
BALLET
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
adult dance classes
REQUIRED
Fantasy Dance, Tiny Tot Ballet , Pre Ballet: Light Pink leotard, tights, ballet slippers.
Ballet 1/2 : Lavender leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers
Ballet 2: Lavender leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers
Ballet 3/4: Light blue leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers
Ballet 5: Black leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers
Teen Ballet: Black leotard, nude tights, mid length skirt and ballet slippers
Musical Theatre Dance : Girls black leotard, nude tights, mid length skirt, jazz shoes or ballet slippers Boys, black or white t-shirt and black athletic pants with jazz shoes.
Jazz: Leotard and jazz shoes
Tap: Comfortable clothing and tap shoes
Hip Hop: Comfortable clothing
Please be advised that proper attire is required for all classes. Cost of the attire is not included in tuition.
Any child arriving to class later than 10 minutes will not be admitted. This is due to the safety of the child’s body. In order to prepare their body for the class, the child must participate in the warmup held at the beginning of the class. If the child misses the warm-up, the possibility of injury is very high.
Please note: You may only attend the day/time you are registered for. Makeup classes are not allowed.
music & theater
PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
Choose one instrument or multi-instrumental! Learn how to SING and/or PLAY the piano, violin, drums, guitar (acoustic/electric), ukulele, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin and percussion, all in a fun and creative way! Our unique approach is structured entirely around the student’s needs. Regardless of age or skill level, we educate our students with a strong musical foundation, learning the theory as well as the fundamentals of music! Ages 5 yrs to adults are welcome! Our philosophy has always been to teach music to children and adults on a multi-instrumental level, allowing our students to thrive musically on various instruments while building their confidence. Our talented, college-graduate teachers creatively inspire all students to choose the instrument(s) they would like to learn. Our goal is to educate our community of children and adults with the gift of music. Eight, 30 minutes long lessons and must be paid 48 hours in advance of your first lesson. Students will be contacted by the instructor to arrange a lesson time.
Instructor: Top Note Music Academy Ages: 5 & UP
Activity# Date
14498 6/15-8/2
14499 8/3-8/30
GUITAR LESSONS
M/NM
$259/$322
$110/$148
Learn to play guitar or keep the rust off your fingers this summer with a patient, highly recommended instructor who has more than a decade of experience teaching guitar. All ages and skill levels welcome. Need flexible scheduling? Your instructor will tailor lessons around your needs. Contact us today! Please bring your own guitar. All ages are welcome. Lessons are 30 minutes long. Students will be contacted by the instructor to arrange a lesson time.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Ages: 4-18
Activity# Date M/NM 14483 6/8-8/16 $399/$449
ADULT GUITAR LESSONS
Guitar lessons for ages 18 & up. Gain or hone a skill this summer with feedback that you can’t get on-line. An instructor who has been teaching guitar for more than a decade will guide you. Flexible options are available to fit your schedule, speak to the instructor for advice and scheduling. All skill levels welcome. Begin today. The instructor will notify you to schedule your lesson. Must provide your own guitar. 10, 30-minute lessons. Will prorate the number of lessons.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Ages: 18+
Activity# Date
M/NM 14481 6/14-8/16 $399/$449
GUITAR INTENSIVE LESSONS
Go from zero to sixty with your playing with a guitar intensive. These are five, 1-hour sessions. Practice and learn with an instructor who has over a decade of experience teaching guitar. Options available for all skill levels. Just speak to the instructor for scheduling and advice about how this program can work for you or your child. Get playing fast. Reserve today. Reserve today. The instructor will contact you after you register to schedule your days and times. Must provide their own guitar.
Instructor: Brandon Seyferth
Ages: 4-18
Activity# Date
M/NM 14483 6/8-8/16
$399/$449
MUSIC’ N ME NEW!
LISTEN to the live serenades, DANCE to the rhythms, SING with your heart and SHARE in the music!!! You and your child will be enlightened with music through a variety of popular songs, fingerplays, bodywork & movement activities as well as live serenades (with various instruments each week), all with a hands-on’ experience. Our music educator performs all live music & utilizes a variety of instruments to perform and introduce to our students each and every week! Students get to interact with each and every instrument. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Top Note Music Academy Ages: 1-4
Activity# Date Day Time
14494 6/16-7/28 Tu 10:30-11:00 AM
$154/$193 14495 6/17-7/29 W 10:30-11:00 AM $154/$193 14496 6/18-7/30 Th 10:30-11:00 AM $154/$193 14497 8/3-8/25 Tu 10:30-11:00 AM $88/$110
PIVEN IMPROVISATION GAMES, AND RISK-TAKING FOR ADULTS
This class is all about fun. Are you interested in getting into a theater class, shaking off the dust, and activating your creativity? This class allows students to discover the Piven Technique by learning theatre games and improvisation in a fun, supportive, ensemble-based environment. Perfect for all students looking to discover and re-discover our work! This class is intergenerational, and we warmly welcome adults of all ages to join us.
Instructor: Piven Theatre Ages: 18+
Activity# Date Day Time
14512 6/23-7/28 Tu 7:00-9:00 PM
$200/$240 14513 7/7-8/11 Tu 10:00-12:00 PM $200/$240
Skyline Studios is a mainstay at the Community House and is proud to teach children of all levels the fundamentals of acting. Jacqui Siegel, drama teacher, and Erica Zuhr, elementary school teacher, are the co-owners of Skyline Studios, Inc. Mrs. Siegel and Mrs. Zuhr have performed in and directed numerous plays throughout the Chicagoland area. Mrs. Siegel has worked with world-renowned casting directors in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Together they bring their talents to Skyline Studios, excited to share their passion for the performing arts with the community!
Skyline Studios will help children:
• Improve stage presence
• Gain confidence
• Learn effective dialogue
SUMMER TOTS - THE JUNGLE
BOOK KIDS
• Master choreography
• Train for auditioning
• Prepare for Children’s Theatre of Winnetka
Broadway Tots is an introduction to musical theatre. Broadway Tots will explore the beginning fundamentals of theatre and work together to perform. Broadway Tots will act, sing and dance to well-known Jungle Book songs. Family and friends are invited to join us, on stage, at the last class to see these young stars shine!
Ages: 3-5
Activity# Date Day Time
14440 7/13-7/24 M-F
SUMMER JUNIORS - THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
M/NM
Our actors and actresses will explore the signing and dancing adventures of this fun story! All actors involved in this program will rehearse daily to learn songs, scenes, and dances from The Jungle Book. Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. Get ready for a fabulous show. Broadway, here we come! The ensemble will present their show on Friday, July 24th, at 4:30.
Instructor: Skyline Studios
Ages: 5-7
Activity# Date
14441 7/13-7/24 M-F 4:00-5:00 PM $245/$290
SUMMER STARS - THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
Take your theatre experience to the next level! Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in The Jungle Book. Jump into the magical world of musical theatre by exploring acting, singing, and choreography in preparation for the big show! By the end of class, you’ll be ready to take center stage and shine as one of the stars in The Jungle Book! Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. All actors involved in Broadway Summer Stars will have a chance to perform on stage at The Community House. Each session will present their show on the last day of class. Show time 6:30 PM.
Registration received through the mail, or in person will be processed by 5 pm the next business day. The best way to ensure that your registration is processed immediately is by using our on-line registration at www.mycommunityhouse.org or call (847) 446-0537
HOW TO REGISTER
To register for a membership simply list all eligible members on the registration form. Then check the box and add the membership fee in with your registration.
Register for programs on-line at mycommunityhouse.org or on the enclosed registration form.
Please print clearly. Read and fill out form completely. By listing your email address, you agree to receive email communications from your Community House Winnetka. If you do not wish to receive these emails, you are welcome to unsubscribe. Sign the registration form. Unsigned forms will not be processed and will be returned to you. This will delay processing your registration.
CREDIT CARDS
You may use your credit card for all programs which appear with a class number or for a Fitness Center membership. Be sure to fill out the credit card information completely and sign the form. We do not take telephone registration.
CANCELLATION OF CLASSES
Prior to any class, registration is reviewed to determine if the enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Register early! Do not wait until the day of the first class to register. You may find the class has been canceled due to low enrollment.
PRORATED POLICY
Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, provided the instructor has space and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.
REFUND POLICY
If a program is cancelled or has a delayed start date due to COVID-19, a full or pro-rated refund will be issued.
Full refunds will be issued for courses that are canceled by the Community House due to insufficient registration. A refund, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund request is received five full working days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be allowed after this time unless a medical condition develops and a written explanation from a physician on his/her letterhead is presented. Due to advanced reservation requirements, no refunds for trips, outings or special events will be given.
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
The Community House intends to keep its facilities and programs operating whenever possible. There are times, however, when weather, road conditions or facility malfunctions dictate that programs and/or services must be canceled or temporarily postponed or entire facilities closed. In order to provide employees and patrons with a safe and secure environment in which to work and play, the Community House reserves the right to close a particular facility or cancel a program when deemed necessary.
INCLEMENT
WEATHER POLICY
If school District 36 cancels classes for the entire day, all of the Community House children’s programs (including Free-To-Be-Kids childcare) starting before noon will be canceled. Decisions on all adult programs and children’s programs starting after noon will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please check mycommunityhouse.org for complete details on class cancellations.
RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
The Community House makes every effort to avoid scheduling programs or events on religious holidays. Anyone affected will be offered the option of attending a session of the same program on a different date as a make-up, or receiving a prorated refund of the series fee for the date missed.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Community House is not responsible for the supervision of children on site prior to or remaining on site after the established program times.
The Community House is handicapped accessible. If you or any member of your family has special needs, please see a staff member.
The Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported by our programs, fundraising events, our annual campaign, and donations.
The Community House assumes no responsibility and carries no accident or medical insurance for injuries or accidents at programs or activities on Community House property. It is advisable to review your own personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your family have proper and sufficient insurance coverage.
fitnesscenter
fitness center membership fees
annual memberships - Best Value
adult
short term memberships
6-month
$595
$695 additional family member
senior (ages 65 and over) $595
youth (ages 14-17) $595
$395
1-month
$80 daily fee
$15
Offer Expires 6/30
The Community House Fitness Center offers the highest quality fitness programs on the North Shore. Our convenient, full-service facility features exercise equipment to meet all of your needs, as well as lockers, showers, and steam rooms for men and women. Achieve your fitness goals in a friendly, community environment with the support of our professional staff team!
FACILITY FEATURES
» Concept II Rowing Machines
» Cybex Arc Trainers
» Free Weight Equipment
» Gymnasium
» Helix Lateral Trainers
» LifeCycles
» LifeFitness Cross-Trainers
» LifeFitness Strength Training Equipment
» Precor EFX Elliptical Trainers/AMTs
» Peloton Bikes
» StairMasters/StepMills
» Treadmills
» Locker Rooms with Steam Rooms
PERSONAL TRAINING
Personal training isn’t just for professional athletes and movie stars! Whether you want to lose weight, increase flexibility, feel strong and confident, or work on conditioning for a sport you love, our personal trainers can help you reach your goals. Stop by the Fitness Center desk to register, and one of our personal trainers will contact you to set up your first appointment.
Registration is by appointment only.
» $70/hour for Fitness Center members
» $85/hour for non-members
JR. MEMBERSHIP
Youth ages 12-13 may join the Fitness Center by completing an initial, personalized training session with a personal trainer. The one-hour session ($70) will cover all aspects of membership, including gym etiquette, proper warm up, cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, flexibility, and cool down. Register at the Fitness Center desk, and a Community House personal trainer will contact you to schedule your session. Once the initial training session is complete, a youth membership to the fitness center may be purchased (see rates above).
Don’t make exercise a chore. Spice it up! Group Fitness offers a variety of formats to keep you motivated and feeling healthy! Our Group Fitness programs offer a wide variety of structured fitness activities to meet your personal goals. Our instructors are ready to inspire and motivate you to change and/or continue healthy fitness-related behaviors. Class descriptions listed may be offered at different times throughout the year. Class times differ throughout the year. Check the group fitness schedule for availability, changes, current sessions, and fees at www.mycommunityhouse.org/groupx
• Arms/Shoulder Express - Fast-paced, 30-minute class using mat and ball work
• WERQ - Dance fitness set to R&B and Hip Hop music
• Vinyasa Yoga - Flow through yoga poses; all skill levels welcome
• Cardio Kickboxing - A fun, high-energy workout focusing on full range of motion and core strength
• Cardio Strength/Pilates Core - Offers a full body format that incorporates cardio, light weights and Pilates core exercise.
• Body Comp - A functional bodyweight class incorporating light weights and the use of classic exercises.
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GroupX Plans
PILATES: BEGINNER / CONTINUING
The Pilates Method is a classic method of physical and mental conditioning created over 80 years ago by legendary physical trainer Joseph Pilates. Through exercises that focus on the application of six principles: control, centering, concentration, precision, breath and flow, we teach you about the mechanics of movement, allowing you to develop and maintain a healthy and graceful body.
