Spring-Summer 2025 Program Guide

Classes & Programs from Infant to Adult

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Community House

620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093 Ph: (847) 446-0537 mycommunityhouse.org

Founded in 1911, the Community House is a non-profit

organization offering sports / fitness, performing arts, and educational programming for all ages. This historic building features a modern fitness center, theater, gymnasium, multi-purpose spaces, and a beautiful garden.

As an independent 501(c)(3), we receive no tax dollars and rely on donations, memberships, and program fees. The Community House is proud to have served generations of Winnetka and North Shore families.

Members and Non-Members from Winnetka and surrounding communities are welcome to participate in any of our classes, programs, lectures, and events.

How to get involved: Become a Program Member For a once-yearly membership fee you will enjoy priority registration and special pricing for classes and programs.

Membership: mycommunityhouse.org/memberships

Become a Donor We greatly appreciate and rely on our generous donors to bring high-quality sports, educational, and arts programming to the community. A portion of our yearly operating budget comes from donors just like you! Please consider making a tax-deductible gift of any size.

Donations can be made: • In person: Community House reception desk • Phone: (847) 881-9362 • Mail: Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093 • Website: mycommunityhouse.org/giving

Become a Volunteer Looking to get involved? Consider becoming a Community House volunteer! We rely on our wonderful volunteers to help host many popular community events. Join us!

• Volunteer: (847) 446-0537

Board of Govenors Peter Eatherton, Chair Sally Anderson, Vice Chair Marcia Sutter, Secretary Rob Schriesheim, Treasurer Rachel Allport Raheela Anwar Laura Barden Jen Burka Van Crocker Courtney Finlayson Bob Gauch Neil Golden Brad McLane Ryan Reis Emily Rose Anne Crum Ross Susan Snyder Steven Soehn Whitney Wolf Emilee Wolfe Carolyn Agnew, CTW President Laura Roche, Woman’s Board President

Community House Staff Amy Skalinder, President / CEO Sahra Ballowe, Events Manager Kate Brower, Finance Manager Mike Buscher, Chief Operating Officer Michael Demiglio, Maintenance Manager Patrice Eason, Office Manager Cam Johnson, Director of Advancement Andrea Koran, Marketing Manager Patti Ruiz, Program Manager Mark Schusteff, Facility Manager Rachel Tandy, Fitness Manager Jeff Wahl, Program Manager MISSION STATEMENT The Community House mission is to serve as a gathering place for all and inspire lifelong learning, personal growth, and community spirit through enjoyable, engaging activities and meaningful shared experiences.

ACCESSIBILITY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES For persons with disabilities, the Community House is accessible from the north parking lot at the canopied entrance off the Pine Street parking lot, or through the south entrances.

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Community House Woman’s Board

Formed in 1976, The Woman’s Board supports our mission by contributing critical funds to our operating budget each year through its fundraising efforts. The Woman’s Board also organizes and guides a Junior Board for high school students. Want to get involved? Contact any member of the Woman’s Board or call the Community House at (847) 446-0537.

Community House Woman’s Board Members Laura Roche, President MEMBERS: Cynthia Anglemyer Jenny Beyrak Dominique Birchmeier Katie Boyd Catie Britva Sheila Canmann Julie Cassin Carolyn Clark Christina Cripe Kristen Cross Julia DeNapoli Lizzie Donnelly Kim Downey Anya Dudek Maria Faith Jessica Fay Katie Flanigan Kate Fortman Georgia Garvey Allison Gary Michele Giczewski Dena Hanner Kristen Hayes Kathryn Kish Kate Kligora Kelly Laszlo Shannon Love Meredith Lussen Kristen Lutz Tara Maher Kristin Mahr Anne Malone Julie McCauley Colleen Miczek Sherri Mullins Abby O’Brien Patty O’Connell Taylor Oliver Kate Osmond Lizzy Pure Beth Quintana Sarah Schmidt Danielle Schoenwetter Vanessa Segovia Christina Self Laura Senner Nicole Serafine Sarah Sims Elizabeth Smartt Julie Stracks Amy Swartchild Kathryn Ternes Tria Thomas Micah Toomey Melanie Walsh Shayne Welch Stephanie Wheat Megan Winters Catherine Wolf Linnette Wolfberg Jennifer Zandpour Amanda Zick

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Summer Camps House Events Summer Outdoor Concerts Birthday Parties Fitness Center Group Fitness Sports Education: Early Childhood

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Education: Classes Dog Obedience Performing Arts Event Space & Celebrations Tenant Partners Associate Organizations Registration Information Rental Information

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IT PAYS TO BE A MEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY HOUSE! Enjoy special program pricing and priority registration with your yearly membership.

When you become a member you are joining generations of families who have called the Community House home! Your membership helps support the Community House. In this Guide, M indicates Member fees and NM identifies Non-Member fees.

NEW OR RENEWING MEMBERSHIPS HERE mycommunityhouse.org/memberships

GUIDE BY AGE BLUE =

Sports & Fitness

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Education

Age 10 - 12

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Performing Arts

Age Infant - 4

Age 5- 9

Tiny Tots Sports Camp 04 Tiny Tots & Ninja Warrior Combo Camp NEW! 04 Ninja Warrior Camp 04 Mini Ballers Clinic NEW! 16 Tot Ballers Clinic 16 Adult-Tot Sports 18 Adult-Tot Tumbling 18 Tiny Tot Sports NEW! 18 Tot Movement & Tumbling 18 Pee Wee Soccer 18 Lunch & Play 18 Sports & More 18 All Sports 20 Music & Sports NEW! 20 Gridiron Tot Football 20 Minor League Baseball 20 Ninja Warriors 20 Little Dragons Taekwondo 21 Everybody Move Inc. 22 Music ‘n’ Me 22 Tiny Bits 23 Little Bits 23 ABC’s & 123’s 23 Great Artists & Me 23 Kids Adventures 23 Summer Fantasy Dance Camp 04 Fantasy Dance Class 28 Tiny Tot Ballet 28 Private Music Lessons 30

Tiny Tots Sports Camp 04 Ninja Warrior Camp 04 Tiny Tots & Ninja Warrior Combo Camp NEW! 04 Nerf & Dodgeball Camp NEW! 04 Tot Ballers Clinic 16 Little Ballers Clinic 16 Tot Movement & Tumbling 18 Lunch & Play 18 Sports & More 18 All Sports 20 Ninja Warriors 20 Fencing 20 Youth Pickleball 21 Taekwondo 21 Summer Chess Camp 04 Summer STEM Camps 04 Great Artists & Me 23 Animals in the World NEW! 23 Kids Adventures 23 STEM Learning 24 Chess Club 24 Etiquette Program 24 Let’s Cook NEW! 24 Kreative Krafts 25 Fashion Sewing 25 Summer Broadway Camps 05 Summer Fantasy Dance Camp 05 Animals Camp NEW! 05 Fantasy Dance Class 28 Ballet 28 Private Music Lessons 30 Evening Broadway Camps 32

Youth Pickleball Fencing Taekwondo Summer Chess Camp Summer STEM Camps STEM Learning Chess Club Etiquette Program Let’s Cook NEW! Kreative Krafts Fashion Sewing Summer Broadway Camps Ballet Private Music Lessons Private Guitar Lessons Evening Broadway Camps

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Teen (Age 12-17) Youth Pickleball Taekwondo Summer STEM Camps Fashion Sewing Dog Obedience Summer Broadway Camp Ballet Private Music Lessons Private Guitar Lessons

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Adult (Age 18+) Fitness Center Specialty Wellness Classes Drop-in Pickleball Taekwondo Adult Sewing Adult Chess Dog Obedience Ballet (Virtual) Private Music Lessons Private Guitar Lessons

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Chess Summer Camp

Tiny Tots Sports Camp

Each day campers will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with friends. Campers will grow their knowledge of the game — from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. This camp is open to all playing levels.

Instructor: Chess-Ed Age 6-12 M: $260 / NM: $338 18596 M-F 1-3 pm 7/28-8/1 18597 M-F 1-3 pm 8/4-8/8

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, capture the flag and other group games. The camp focuses on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5

STEM CAMPS Battle Robots Camp NEW! Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using RoboThink bricks, then apply that knowledge to building multiple robots for friendly competitions. Play robot soccer, compete in robot relay races and other challenges in this fun robotics camp!

Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12 M: $250 / NM: $325 18568 M-F 1-4 pm 6/23-6/27

Engineer Race Cars Camp NEW! Get ready for an exciting camp where your child will build and race a fleet of extraordinary cars! But that’s not all, they’ll also dive deep into the world of automotive engineering. Put on your racing gloves and join us for an epic ride!

Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12 M: $250 / NM: $325 18569 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/7-7/11

Robotic Wars Camp NEW! Join us for an exciting camp where you’ll build and customize your very own battle-ready robot. Gear up to face thrilling challenges, test your skills and go headto-head with other robots in fun, friendly competitions.

Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12 M: $250 / NM: $325 18570 M-F 1-4 pm 7/21-7/25

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M: $270 / NM: $370 18473 M-F 9 am-Noon 18474 M-F 9 am-Noon 18475 M-F 9 am-Noon 18476 M-Th* 9 am-Noon 18477 M-F 9 am-Noon 18478 M-F 9 am-Noon 18479 M-F 9 am-Noon 18480 M-F 9 am-Noon 18481 M-F 9 am-Noon 18482 M-F 9 am-Noon 18483 M-F 9 am-Noon 18484 M-F 9 am-Noon *M: $216 / NM: $296

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Tiny Tots & Ninja Warrior Combo Camp NEW! Participants will play their favorite recess games, take part in friendly competitions, and learn new sports skills! After a supervised lunch break, campers will transition into the ninja warrior portion of the camp where participants will enjoy obstacle courses that present a variety of exercises and challenges to explore!

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-5 M: $540 / NM: $740 18496 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/9-6/13 18497 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/16-6/20 18498 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/23-6/27 18499 M-Th* 9 am-3 pm 6/30-7/3 18500 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/7-7/11 18501 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/14-7/18 18502 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/21-7/25 18503 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/28-8/1 18504 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/4-8/8 18505 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/11-8/15 18506 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/18-8/22 18507 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/25-8/29 *M: $432 / NM: $592

Ninja Warrior Camp This fun, movement-based camp will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions, and games will ensure an interactive, fun, and rewarding environment! Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and water bottle.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-7 M: $180 / NM: $245 18472 M-F 1-3 pm 6/9-6/13 18485 M-F 1-3 pm 6/16-6/20 18486 M-F 1-3 pm 6/23-6/27 18487 M-Th* 1-3 pm 6/30-7/3 18488 M-F 1-3 pm 7/7-7/11 18489 M-F 1-3 pm 7/14-7/18 18490 M-F 1-3 pm 7/21-7/25 18491 M-F 1-3 pm 7/28-8/1 18492 M-F 1-3 pm 8/4-8/8 18493 M-F 1-3 pm 8/11-8/15 18494 M-F 1-3 pm 8/18-8/22 18495 M-F 1-3 pm 8/25-8/29 *M: $144 / NM: $196

Fortnite: Nerf & Dodgeball Battle Camp NEW! In this camp, players will live out their favorite game scenarios from Fortnite! Players will battle in both team and individual environments using Nerf blasters and dodgeballs to replicate the video game experience. Perfect for players of all skill sets and athletic backgrounds, coaches will build comprehensive battle fields each week to enhance game play.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 8-11 M: $180 / NM: $245 18508 M-F 1-3 pm 6/9-6/13 18509 M-F 1-3 pm 6/16-6/20 18510 M-F 1-3 pm 6/23-6/27 18511 M-Th* 1-3 pm 6/30-7/3 18512 M-F 1-3 pm 7/7-7/11 18513 M-F 1-3 pm 7/14-7/18 18514 M-F 1-3 pm 7/21-7/25 18515 M-F 1-3 pm 7/28-8/1 18516 M-F 1-3 pm 8/4-8/8 18517 M-F 1-3 pm 8/11-8/15 18518 M-F 1-3 pm 8/18-8/22 18519 M-F 1-3 pm 8/25-8/29 *M: $144 / NM: $196

FOR AFTERNOON AND EVENING SKYLINE CHILDREN’S THEATER PROGRAMS FOR AGES 5-12 SEE PAGE 32.

Skyline Summer Show

FANTASY DANCE CAMP

TINY TOT SPORTS CAMP

Animals and the World Around Them Camp NEW! Join us each week as we dive into the wild world of unique animals through fun discussions, exciting games and trivia, informational videos, crafts, and so much more!

Come ready to explore, laugh, and discover some of the quirkiest creatures on Earth!

Instructor: Crystal Roel Age 7-12 M: $336 / NM: $392 18598 M-F 1-2 pm 6/23-7/11 M: $240 / NM: $280 18599 M-F 1-2 pm 7/14-7/25

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS Fantasy Dance Camp This popular camp incorporates imagination, movement, pantomime, music, and dance.

Each week we will explore a new theme, learn basic ballet, improve motor skills, complete an arts & crafts project. Please have your child toilet trained as the instructor cannot change diapers. You may sign up for as many days as you wish. Please bring a water bottle and snack to class. Leotard and ballet slippers or bare feet are required.

Instructor: Gwendolyn Britt Age 3-6 M: $259 / NM: $315 18583 M 1-3 pm 6/16-7/28 18584 W 1-3 pm 6/18-7/30 M: $222 / NM: $270 18592 Th 1-3 pm

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Full & Half Day Broadway Camps It’s time to shine on stage this summer! Each camper will memorize a named role in the show, learn fully staged songs and dances, and work together as a team to create an incredible performance for friends and family on the final day of camp! These full and half day camps will be packed with developing characters, rehearsing musical numbers, staging intricate scenes, becoming backstage leaders, doing arts and crafts, playing theater games, and enjoying outdoor time – all under the guidance of Skyline’s fabulous Teaching Artists.

Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater Age 6-13 M: $950 / NM: $1,140 Full Day: Dare to Dream Jr. 18521 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/17-6/27 Full Day: The Addams Family Jr. 18523 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/7-7/18 Full Day: High School Musical Jr. 18525 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/21-8/1 Full Day: The Lion King Jr. 18526 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/4-8/15 Full Day: Annie Jr. 18633 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/18-8/29 M: $635 / NM: $826 Half Day: Dare to Dream Jr. 18520 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/17-6/27 17769 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/19-8/30 Half Day: The Addams Family Jr. 18522 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/7-7/18 Half Day: High School Musical Jr. 18524 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/21-8/1 Half Day: The Lion King Jr. 18527 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/4-8/15 Half Day: Annie Jr. 18634 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/18-8/29

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About Birthday Parties: Each theme party package is $325 for 11/2 hours (unless otherwise noted) for up to 20 children, $5 for each additional child. The packages include 45-60 minutes of entertainment or instruction.

Let us host your child’s next birthday party Contact: Mark Schusteff at (847) 881-9370 or mycommunityhouse.org/birthdays

SPECIAL PARTY THEMES TO CHOOSE FROM! Animal Balloon Party

Imagination Princess Party

Age 3 & Up Your talented balloon artist will create classics such as dogs, butterflies, swords, giraffes and much more!

Age 3 & Up Expect ribbon dancing, interactive story time, singalongs, princess training, themed games and much more!

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Magic Party Age 4 & up Abracadabra! Children will enjoy an amazing display of magical tricks at this exciting party! Our professional magicians gear their magic to children of all ages.

Magic & Music Party Age 5-12 This show is an interactive blend of magic with music, games, and contests. Our child-friendly magical performance includes many opportunities for children to help with the tricks!

Glam Girl Glitz Party Age 4-10 Come join Glitzy Girlz for a glam day on your birthday! Each child receives a makeover with nail polish, make-up, and clipin hair extensions in fun neon colors. All will enjoy a blowout fashion show finale! $500 for up to 12 guests; $600 for 13-20 guests

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Mini Ninja Warrior Party Age 3-7 Leap, hop, skip, and run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test! This fun, movement-based party will challenge guests to maneuver over and under objects. $325 for up to 15 guests; More than 15 guests require a second instructor w/additional cost.

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Connect with your fitness community with unlimited drop-ins to live, in-person group fitness classes taught by certified, caring instructors. Also enjoy access to our complete virtual class library – featuring hundreds of recorded classes you can take at home or anywhere including strength, cardio, and more!

See mycommunityhouse.org/groupfitness for information and schedule.

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* Monthly memberships conveniently auto-renew each month through a recurring charge to your bank account or credit card.

Age 65+ receive a 10 percent senior discount.

** Start Strong Sessions may be used once in the lifetime of a Fitness Center member. Returning members are not eligible for additional sessions.

Meet Your Fitness Center Trainers!

Bob Davis Bob has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 2001. Bob enjoys working with seniors and teens as well as those with special needs including rehabilitation. Helping those in the gym complements Bob’s career in sports media that has taken him to multiple NFL Super Bowls, and the NCAA Basketball Final Four. Bob is certified through the International Sports Science Association.

Dolores Ohlwein Dolores has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1991. She enjoys helping clients maintain a healthy lifestyle by using: functional training, core/balance exercises, weight training, weight bearing exercises, and stretching. She is certified through the Idea International Association of Fitness Professionals with an emphasis in exercise and aging.

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$45 $215 $400

$63 $305 $580

30 MINUTES

1 Session 5 Sessions 10 Sessions

Our personal training program offers you one on one training tailored to meet your specific fitness goals. If you need that extra push or some personalized attention, personal training can provide the direction and motivation you need.

For more information contact the Fitness Center at (847) 446-1994 or fill out an inquiry form at mycommunityhouse.org/personal-training.

State-of-the-Art Equipment • Concept II Rowing Machines

• Matrix Treadmills

• Cybex ArcTrainers

• Life Fitness Upright & Recumbent Bikes

• FitTurf (40 yards of training turf)

• Matrix Steppers & Climbmills

• Free Weight Equipment

• NuStep Recumbent Cross Trainer

• Helix Lateral Trainers

• Precor Adaptive Motion Trainers

• Life Fitness Cross Trainers

• Precor EFX Eliptical Trainers

• Peloton® Bikes

• Sci-Fit Arm Bike

Chris Treiber Chris has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1996. His specializations are training for strength, functional movement, balance, and older adult populations. Chris is certified through the American Council on Exercise, the Functional Aging Institute (Functional Aging Specialist) and the Gray Institute (Applied Functional Science).

Edwin Ventura

Edwin is a NASM certified personal trainer as well as a USA licensed Boxing Coach. He grew up in Waukegan playing soccer for 15 years before switching to boxing for the last 6 years. He enjoys training a wide range of clients for performance, general health, and weight loss. Edwin also holds a Performance Enhancement Specialty Certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, which enables him to train athletes to reach their full conditioning potential.

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TRX CIRCUIT CLASS

FITNESS CENTER MEMBER AND NON-MEMBER

Drop-in fee for any Group Fitness class: $ 20 Stop by the fitness front desk before class to pay and pick up your voucher to take to the instructor.

Group Fitness Classes Find your fitness community with our exciting group fitness classes! Classes are taught by certified, caring instructors with a passion for teaching and fitness!

GROUP FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Yoga Flow All levels yoga flow class.

TRX Circuit Suspension training that

Gentle Yoga Simple sequences and

uses bodyweight exercises to develop strength, balance, and core stability combined with floor exercises in this total body workout.

slower paced movements make this a great class for beginner to intermediate yogis as well as advanced yogis looking for recovery.

Stretch & Flow Gentle stretching and show yoga poses help you rejuvenate and recharge your tired muscles.

Strength Bootcamp Build strength, increase lean muscle mass, and have fun in this resistance based exercise class.

Knockout High intensity boxing strength and cardio circuits led by a former competitive boxer will get your heart pumping.

transformed into a modern, heart pounding, fun and effective workout. Cardio and toning meet leg warmers with a side of air guitar!

WERQTM Dance Fitness WERQTM is the wildly addictive cardio dance workout based on trending pop and hip hop music.

Yoga-lates

timed, station-based strength workout.

This combination of Pilates moves and yoga poses will strengthen and lengthen muscles and help create a lean, toned look.

High Intensity Pilates This Pilates

Check the website for classes and schedule!

Strength Circuit Build muscle in this

class is low impact, high intensity, and interval-based. Tone your core, arm and leg muscles, and boost your metabolism.

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Dance Cardio Old school aerobics

For Group Fitness schedule and information check out: mycommunityhouse.org/ groupfitness

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This 60-minute class focuses on exercises that help build balance, strength, mobility, flexibility, cognitive capability, and cardio/ pulmonary capacity and is appropriate appropriate for seniors and those with balance and mobility challenges.

Instructor: Liz Geifman Age 55 & Up

of all ages and mobility limitations. Create flexibility and space in your body, use deep effective breathing techniques and work on stability and balance.

Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy Age 55 & Up M: $75 / NM: $95 18441 W Noon-12:45 pm 4/9-5/7 18442 W Noon-12:45 pm 5/14-6/11

Heartsaver CPR/AED Training

This course teaches adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants.

Instructor: Joe Hubbard Age 18 & Up M: $50 / NM: $65 18629 Tu 6:30-8:30 pm 5/13 18630 Tu 6:30-8:30 pm 7/22

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LITTLE BALLERS

basketball

Our gymnasium is available for rental on a weekly or one-time basis. Contact Jeff Wahl at (847) 881-9305 or jeffw@mywch.org for rates/availability.

Mini Ballers Clinic NEW!

Little Ballers Clinic

Our NEW Mini Ballers class brings parent and child for a great first-time basketball experience! Focus will be on motor skills, balance, basketball basics, and fun games.

Our goal is that each participant develops a love of the game!

Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 2-3 w/Adult M: $175 / NM: $245 18537 Tu 9:15-10 am 4/8-5/20 M: $150 / NM: $210 18538 Th 9:15-10 am 4/10-5/22

These clinics are designed for little basketball players at all skill levels. Each week will focus on a different fundamental skill, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense — along with rules of the game, positioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Personal attention, fun drills and competitions, and professional coaching set this clinic apart, and every player will gain a better understanding of the game.

Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 5-7 1-Day Per Week M: $268 / NM: $355 18287 Tu 4-5 pm 4/1-6/10 18288 Th 4-5 pm 4/3-6/12

NO CLASS: 5/8

Tot Ballers Clinic

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Did you know you can rent the Gymnasium?

These clinics will build basic skills for preschoolers looking to get into basketball!

We’ll focus on the fundamentals, including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense— along with motor skills, rules of the game, positioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Personal attention, fun drills and competitions (with prizes!), and professional coaching set this clinic apart, and every player will gain a better understanding of the game.

Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 3-5 M: $268 / NM: $355 18284 Tu 1:45-2:30 pm 4/1-6/10 18285 Th 1:45-2:30 pm 4/3-6/12 M: $219 / NM: $289 18286 F 1:15-2 pm 4/4-6/13 NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/25

M: $219 / NM: $289 18289 F 4-5 pm

4/4-6/13

NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/25

Girls Skills Training NEW! Join us as we help elevate your game!

We will work on different fundamentals to build a solid basketball foundation. Each session will include drill and gameplay with an emphasis on spacing, ball movement, teamwork, and defensive spacing. There will be a variety of fun drills, competitions and prizes.Each session includes gameplay.

Instructor: Hoops4Health Age 7-11 M: $268 / NM: $355 18299 Tu 5-6 pm 4/1-6/10 18300 Th 5-6 pm 4/3-6/12

About Hoops4Health Founded in 2010, Hoops4Health’s aim is to better the lives of our students. Our goal is to make a positive impact on youth by providing top notch training in the sport of basketball as well as teaching children how to live a healthy lifestyle off the court.

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youthsports Tot Time: Playtime for Toddlers Infant -Age 5 / $6 per child Wednesdays, April 2 - June 11 from 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Meet new friends and have your toddler runoff their energy! We have hula hoops, balls, scooters and much more!

Participants must wear gym shoes. No food allowed.

Parents or caregivers must remain with children.

Tiny Tot Sports NEW!

ADULT-TOT TUMBLING

Adult-Tot Tumbling

Children are introduced to age-appropriate gymnastic exercises specifically designed for balance and coordination. Wear loose fitting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun!

Please register your child; the adult (required) is included.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-3 w/Adult M: $275 / NM: $365 18248 W 11-11:45 am

4/2-6/11

M: $225 / NM: $297 18260 F 1:30-2:15 pm

4/4-6/13

Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, floor hockey, M: $250 / NM: $330 football, kickball, soccer, t-ball and other 18271 Su 9-9:45 am 4/6-6/15 sports and group games. The program NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/20, 4/25 provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth Adult-Tot Sports socially and emotionally through teamwork In this fun and dynamic class, sports equipand good sportsmanship. ment and instruction are provided to help Instructor: Hot Shots Sports you guide your child through an introduction Age 3-5 to organized sports.

M: $250 / NM: $330 Please register your child; the adult (required) is included.

18239 M 12:30-1:15 pm 3/31-6/9 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports 18255 Th 2-2:45 pm 4/3-6/12 Age 2-4 w/Adult 18267 Sa 9:45-10:30 am 4/5-6/14 M: $275 / NM: $365 18245 Tu 10-10:45 am 4/1-6/10 M: $275 / NM: $365 18247 W 12:30-1:15 pm 4/2-6/11 M: $250 / NM: $330 NO CLASS: 4/19, 5/8, 5/26 18268 Sa 9-9:45 am 4/5-6/14 NO CLASS: 4/19

Tot Movement & Tumbling Your child’s physical, emotional and social skills will be enhanced through this energetic class! Children are introduced to ageappropriate exercises specifically designed for balance and coordination. Wear loose fitting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun!

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5 M: $275 / NM: $365 18254 W 11:45 am-12:30 pm 4/2-6/11 M: $225 / NM: $297 18266 F 2:15-3 pm

4/4-6/13

M: $250 / NM: $330 18273 Su 9:45-10:30 am

4/6-6/15

NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/20, 4/25

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Pee Wee Soccer Let your child’s early soccer experience be a great one! The younger player develops their soccer skills and 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.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4 M: $275 / NM: $365 18250 W 10-10:45 am 4/2-6/11

Lunch & Play

Children are introduced to a variety of sports including soccer, t-ball, basketball, football, kickball and other sports and group games.

The goal is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his or her growth socially through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Kids should bring a lunch and come and play.

This class will also include curriculum from our Mini Ninja Warriors program! Winnetka Community Nursery School pick-up available at 11:15 am.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5 M: $378 / NM: $495 18263 F 11:15 am-12:45 pm 4/4-6/13 NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/25

Sports & More In this class children are introduced to basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball, and more! Sports & More provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5 M: $420 / NM: $550 18243 M 1:15-2:45 pm 3/31-6/9 M: $465 / NM: $605 18253 W 1:15-2:45 pm

4/2-6/11

M: $336 / NM: $440 18265 F 1-2:30 pm

4/4-6/13

NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/25, 5/26

sportscamps DAY O F F S C H O O L CA M P S Tiny Tot Sports Camp NEW!

Ninja Warrior Fitness Camp NEW!

Total Sports Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports in this fun and energetic class focused on teamwork! Prizes and awards will be given out, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5 M: $54 / NM: $74 18274 F 9 am - Noon 4/18 18278 F 9 am - Noon 4/25 18277 Th 9 am - Noon 5/8

Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test! Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions and games will be played, Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-7 M: $54 / NM: $74 18460 F 9 am-Noon 4/18 18466 F 9 am-Noon 4/25

This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball,soccer, capture the flag, and more!

Each day we feature fundamentals for a different sport, followed by game play.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 5-9 M: $54 / NM: $74 18276 F 9 am-Noon 4/18 18280 F 9 am-Noon 4/25

M: $36 / NM: $50 18275 F 1-3 pm 4/18 18279 F 1-3 pm 4/25

Basketball Camp

Hot Shots Sports Founded in 1994 by Steve Duman, Hot Shots Sports has been bringing its message of positive coaching to the Midwest ever since. We provide a place for passionate people to have careers coaching kids, and to help our students develop a passion for sports. We are dedicated to providing the best sports instruction to you and your family.

This camp consists of drills that focus on ball handling, passing, hand/eye coordination, defense, shooting skills and more!

Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $35 Age 5-7 18295 F 12:30-1:30 pm 4/18 18297 F 12:30-1:30 pm 4/25 Age 8-13 18296 F 1:30-3 pm 4/18 18298 F 1:30-3 pm 4/25

SPRING BREAK CAMPS Tiny Tot Sports Camp NEW!

Total Sports Camp

Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of sports in this fun and energetic class focused on teamwork! Prizes and awards will be given out, and participants will be rewarded for effort and sportsmanship.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 3-5 M: $270 / NM: $370 18236 M-F 9 am - Noon 3/24-3/28

This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball,soccer, capture the flag, and more! Each day we feature fundamentals for a different sport, followed by game play.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 5-9 M: $270 / NM: $370 18237 M-F 9 am-Noon 3/24-3/28

Ninja Warrior Fitness Camp NEW!

Basketball Camp

Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test! Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions and games will be played, Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-7 M: $270 / NM: $370 18467 M-F 9 am-Noon 3/24-3/28 M: $180 / NM: $250 18445 M-F 1-3 pm 3/24-3/28

This camp consists of drills that focus on ball handling, passing, hand/eye coordination, defense, shooting skills and more!

Instructor: Hoops4Health M / NM: $175 Age 5-7 18191 M-F 12:30-1:30 pm 3/24-3/28 Age 8-13 18294 M-F 1:30-3 pm 3/24-3/28 TOTAL SPORTS

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Music & Sports NEW!

Total Sports

The class is divided into two dynamic segments: a creative music session (30 minutes) followed by an action-packed sports class (45 minutes)! This is the the perfect way to help children build confidence, make friends, and explore their interests in a dynamic and playful setting!

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports & Teacher Dan M: $550 / NM: $720 Age 2-3 w/Adult 18561 Tu 11 am-12:15 pm 4/1-6/10 18560 Tu 11:15 am-12:30 pm 4/1-6/10 Age 3-5 18563 Tu 12:30-1:45 pm 4/1-6/10 18562 Tu 12:45-2 pm 4/1-6/10 M: $495 / NM: $648 Age 3-5 18566 Th 12:45-2 pm 4/3-6/12 M: $440 / NM: $576 Age 2-3 w/Adult 18564 Th 11:15 am-12:30 pm 4/3-6/12 18565 Th 11:15 am-12:30 pm 4/3-6/12 Age 3-5 18567 Th 12:30-1:45 pm 4/3-6/12

This class features a new sport each week.

Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 6-8 M: $350 / NM: $460 18244 M 5:30-6:30 pm 3/31-6/9 18269 Sa 10:30-11:30 am 4/5-6/14

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All Sports This class features a new sport each week.

Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children will acquire new skills and develop confidence.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6 M: $350 / NM: $460 18249 W 4-5 pm 4/2-6/11 NO CLASS: 5/7

M: $250 / NM: $330 18270 Su 11:15 am-Noon

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$8/person drop-in fee COM M UNIT Y HOUSE GYMNASI UM

Wednesdays: April 2 - June 11 8-10:30 AM

Wednesdays: June 25 - August 6 8-9:45 AM

Thursdays: April 3 - June 12 11:15 AM-1:15 PM NO CLASS: 5/9

Minor League Baseball This introductory t-ball program that is perfect for a child who wants to have fun, make new friends, and be introduced to baseball.

Each participant will hit, field, throw, catch and run bases in this fun-filled skills clinic.

Participants are also introduced to the basic rules of the game. The program stresses teamwork over competition. All you need to bring is a glove!

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4 M: $250 / NM: $330 18241 M 10-10:45 am 3/31-6/9 18258 Th 9:15-10 am 4/3-6/12 NO CLASS: 5/8, 5/26

Gridiron Tot Football The Gridiron Tots Football program includes exclusively designed equipment tailored to enhance the early football experience for each participant. The program challenges children to develop new cognitive, physical and social skills. In addition, each child will experience social interaction in a fun environment.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-4 M: $250 / NM: $330 18256 Th 10-10:45 am

4/3-6/12

M: $225 / NM: $297 18261 F 10-10:45 am

4/4-6/13

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GRIDIRON TOT FOOTBALL

4/6-6/15

NO CLASS: 4/19, 4/20, 5/26

ADULT PICKLEBALL

NINJA WARRIORS Parent-Tot Ninja Warriors Leap, hop, skip, and run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test! Parents and tots will maneuver over and under various objects. We’ll also play large group games to further challenge your Ninja skills! Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 2-3 M: $250 / NM: $330 18242 M 4-4:45 pm 3/31-6/9 18272 Su 10:30-11:15 am 4/6-6/15 M: $350 / NM: $460 18259 Th 5-6 pm

4/3-6/12

M: $315 / NM: $414 18264 F 5-6 pm

4/4-6/13

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Jr. Mini Ninja Warriors Leap, hop, skip, and run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement-based class uses age-appropriate activities and equipment to enhance your child’s physical, mental, emotional and social development.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Age 4-6 M: $250 / NM: $330 18240 M 4:45-5:30 pm 3/31-6/9 M: $385 / NM: $506 18246 Tu 4-5 pm

4/1-6/10

M: $350 / NM: $460 18257 Th 4-5 pm

4/3-6/12

M: $315 / NM: $414 18262 F 4-5 pm NO CLASS: 4/18, 4/25,5/8, 5/26

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Early Taekwondo Designed especially for younger children, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skills and selfconfidence through creative activities.

All Belts Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center Age 6-7 M: $175 / NM: $225 18208 M 4:45-5:35 pm 3/31-6/9

FENCING

M: $189 / NM: $249 18212 W 4:45-5:35 pm 18548 M 4:45-5:35 pm 18552 W 4:45-5:35 pm

MORE SPORTS!

TAEKWONDO

Fencing

Students improve concentration, self-esteem, and achieve lifelong physical fitness while learning self-defense skills through Taekwondo. NOTE: A $50 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through KH Kim Taekwondo. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gear.

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 Age 7 & Up M: $319 / NM: $425 18216 W 4:15-5:15 pm 4/30-6/11 M: $273 / NM: $360 18555 W 4:15-5:15 pm

6/18-7/23

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7/30-8/27

Youth Pickleball This class is designed to teach young players the fundamentals of pickleball. Children learn the rules, parts of the court, grips, strokes and strategy. Each class is designed to promote good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Instructor: Hot Shots Sports M: $350 / NM: $460 Age 6-8 18251 W 5-6 pm 4/2-6/11 Age 8-11 18252 W 6-7 pm 4/2-6/11 NO CLASS: 5/7

Little Dragons 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 Age 4-5 M: $175 / NM: $225 18207 M 4-4:40 pm 3/31-6/9 M: $189 / NM: $249 18211 W 4-4:40 pm 18547 M 4-4:40 pm 18551 W 4-4:40 pm

4/2-6/11 6/16-8/25 6/18-8/27

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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 Age 8-13 M: $175 / NM: $225 18210 M 5:40-6:30 pm 3/31-6/9 M: $189 / NM: $249 18214 W 5:40-6:30 pm 18550 M 5:40-6:30 pm 18554 W 5:40-6:30 pm

4/2-6/11 6/16-8/25 6/18-8/27

NO CLASS: 5/26

4/2-6/11 6/16-8/25 6/18-8/27

NO CLASS: 5/26

Parent & Child Taekwondo Improve 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 Age 7 & Up M: $175 / NM: $225 18209 M 5:40-6:35 pm 3/31-6/9 M: $189 / NM: $249 18213 W 5:40-6:35 pm 18549 M 5:40-6:35 pm 18553 W 5:40-6:35 pm

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early education Meet Your Music Instructors!

Celeste Cifala Roy Celeste is an early childhood movement, music, and yoga teacher at the Community House, and has taught throughout the North Shore for over 35 years.

She has worked with the Old Town School of Folk Music, National-Louis University and Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest. Celeste’s interactive Everybody Move Inc. classes cultivate play, imagination and fun!

Daniel Rosa, “Teacher Dan” A graduate of Loyola Academy, Dan is a talented multi-instrumentalist and popular teacher of piano, violin, guitar, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion, and voice at the Community House. Dan is the founder of Music ‘n’ Me and Top Note Music Academy. A firm believer that music should be fun, Dan enjoys sharing his love of music with his students. He is a graduate of USC with a degree in music.

BABY-TOT MUSIC Music ‘n’ Me

Sing, dance and move while listening to live music! Teacher Dan shares the gift of music with you and your child while performing on a variety of different instruments. Students have the opportunity to interact with each instrument while enjoying a variety of popular songs and movement activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Dan Rosa Age 10 months-4 years M: $150 / NM: $195 18577 M 9:45-10:15 am 6/16-7/21 18600 M 9:45-10:15 am 7/28-8/25 18602 Tu 10:30-11 am 6/17-7/22 18601 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 6/17-7/22 18604 Th 10:30-11 am 6/19-7/24 18603 Th 9:45-10:15 am 6/19-7/24 18606 F 10:30-11 am 6/20-7/25 18605 F 9:45-10:15 am 6/20-7/25 18614 M 10:30-11 am 7/28-8/25 18616 Tu 10:30-11 am 7/29-8/26 18615 Tu 9:45-10:15 am 7/29-8/26 18618 Th 10:30-11 am 7/31-8/28 18617 Th 9:45-10:15 am 7/31-8/28 18620 F 10:30-11 am 8/1-8/29 18619 F 9:45-10:15 am 8/1-8/29 NO CLASS: 6/30, 7/1, 7/3, 7/4

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Family Music ‘n’ Me Same great class — teacher Dan shares the gift of live music with you and your child the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month!

Enjoy a variety of popular songs and movement activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Dan Rosa Age 10 months-4 years M: $150 / NM: $195 18448 Sa 9:45-10:15 am 4/12-6/14 18613 Sa 9:45-10:15 am 6/28-8/23 18613 Sa 9:45-10:15 am 6/28-8/23

Childcare Room Rental

Available 7 Days a Week from 1-9 pm Looking for a fun and engaging space for your children to play with friends? The Childcare Room is available to rent for your own private playdates.

Info: Rachel at rachelt@mywch.org for more information and availability.

Music ‘n’ Me Maestros NEW! This small-sized class is a follow-up to the popular Music ‘n‘ Me program. Students will learn music theory that can be applied to every instrument! The interactive, hands-on, multi-instrumental lessons will feature piano, guitar, and violin.

Instructor: Dan Rosa Age 3-6 M: $200 / NM: $260 18607 Th 4-4:30 pm 6/19-7/24 18621 Th 4:45-5:15 pm 6/19-7/24 18608 Th 4-4:30 pm 7/31-8/28 18622 Th 4:45-5:15 pm 7/31-8/28 NO CLASS: 7/3

Everybody Move Inc. This class is the perfect balance between child-centered instruction and supported imaginative play! Your child will explore their motor and musical listening skills. We explore music through stories, puppets, balls, hoops, scarves, rhythm instruments, drums, and more! All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy M: $260 / NM: $340 Age 6-12 months 18322 Th 10:30-11:30 am 4/10-6/12 Age 12-24 months 18320 W 10:30-11:30 am 4/9-6/11 18321 Th 9:15-10:15 am 4/10-6/12 Age 2-3 18319 W 9:15-10:15 am 4/9-6/11 M: $104 / NM: $136 Age 6-12 months 18581 Th 9:15-10:15 am 18582 Th 10:30-11:30 am Age 12-24 months 18580 W 10:30-11:30 am Age 2-3 18579 W 9:15-10:15 am

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JUST FOR FUN! Tiny Bits 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 and ending the day with a story.

An adult must accompany each child.

No siblings are allowed. Please register your child; the accompanying adult is included.

Instructors: Ola Muszynki and Elyse Ferdinand Age 1-2 w/Adult M: $350 / NM: $450 18336 W 9:15-10:15 am 4/2-6/4 M: $315 / NM: $405 18341 Th 9:15-10:15 am

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Little Bits

ABC’s & 123’s

Great Artists & Me

Each class is centered on a different number and letter which are reinforced through puppets, songs, games and stories.

Instructor: Ola Muszynki and Elyse Ferdinand Age 2-4 M: $315 / NM: $405 18343 F 9:30-11 am 4/4-6/6

Join us as we take an educational adventure emphasizing fun and creativity as students make art using different techniques and materials. We will explore famous artists, and find out what made their works masterpieces!

Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Age 4-7 M: $330 / NM: $429 18426 W 4-5:30 pm 4/2-6/11 18427 Th 4-5:30 pm 4/3-6/12

M: $175 / NM: $225 18575 F 9:30-11 am

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Extraordinary Kids Adventures This class explores life and the animal world around us in a special way, emphasizing “the why” and how curiosity and kindness of people make our world a better place through art, science and STEM. New topics each session!

Instructor: Extraordinary Kids Adventures Age 4-6 M: $330 / NM: $429 18425 Tu 4-5:30 pm 4/1-6/10

Animals and the World Around Them NEW! Join us each week as we dive into the wild world of unique animals through fun discussions, exciting games and trivia, informational videos, crafts, and so much more!

Come ready to explore, laugh, and discover some of the quirkiest creatures on Earth!

Instructor: Crystal Roel Age 7-12 M: $250 / NM: $325 18412 Tu 4-5 pm 4/1-6/3

Little Bits is a class designed for ages 2-3 to have fun and make new friends while engaging in art, music, free play and story time. Each week will be centered around a new theme. Children will be taught social skills such as sharing, caring and cooperation. Unfortunately, staff cannot change diapers. Register for one or both days!

This is a drop off class.

Instructors: Ola Muszynki and Elyse Ferdinand Age 2-3 M: $315 / NM: $405 18324 M 9:30-11 am 3/31-6/2 M: $350 / NM: $450 18334 Tu 9:30-11 am 4/1-6/3 M: $210 / NM: $270 18571 M 9:30-11 am 18572 Tu 9:30-11 am

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COOKING

Child and Babysitting Safety Certification NEW!

A Cocinar — Let’s Cook NEW!

This course gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting! From getting started with their business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips. Please bring a sack lunch. Each student will get a reference book to take home and certification cards will be handed out at end of class.

Instructor: American Safety and Health Institute Age 12-17 M: $99 / NM: $129 18631 Sa 9 am-2 pm 4/5

CHECKMATE! Chess Club Each week students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with classmates. Students will grow their knowledge of the game — from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. Children will learn problem-solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more! The chess program is open to all playing levels.

Instructor: Chess Ed Age 6-12 M: $260 / NM: $340 18345 Tu 4:45-5:45 pm 4/1-6/3

Different recipes each session!

Our bilingual cooking class is a fun, interactive learning experience where children are taught how to prepare simple, healthy dishes while being introduced to a second language. Children will engage in hands on activities, such as measuring, mixing, chopping and decorating culinary creations while learning Spanish.

Instructor: Florencia Lagos and Christie Given Age 6-12 M: $240 / NM: $312 18632 Tu 4-5:30 pm 4/1-5/6

ETIQUETTE 101 Dining with the Stars Come and learn how to become a star at the table! Children learn how to set the table for a three-course meal and use the appropriate cutlery. We focus on posture, poise, greetings, introductions, voice level, and when to leave a party with appreciation and farewells. And, of course, we will touch on following-up with a thank you note! Appropriate cell phone use is discussed. No food is used during this program. Business casual dress is required. No jeans or tennis shoes.

Instructor: Confidence With Etiquette Age 5-8 M: $80 / NM: $105 18595 Su 1:30-3 pm 5/4

STEM LEARNING CLASS

STEM LEARNING Amusement Park Tycoon NEW! As the newest roller coaster engineer, your child will help build an amusement park! This program has students using motors, axles, gears and more to create a wide variety of theme park rides including a Ferris Wheel and a roller coaster. No experience necessary, just be prepared for a world of fun!

Instructor: RoboThink, Inc. Age 7-12 M: $200 / NM: $250 18312 F 4-5:30 pm 5/2-5/30

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FASHION SEWING TECHNIQUES

Just for Grown-Ups! Adult Sewing

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ARTS & CRAFTS

Fashion Sewing Techniques 1

Kreative Krafts

NEW projects each session!

In this class, students will learn basic, hand stitch sewing techniques and how to use the sewing machine. By the end of the class, sewers will have completed at least two different projects — one by hand and one by machine. Sewing supplies include fabric, thread,

This class combines all your favorite arts and crafts projects and mixed media! Students will make tie-dye shirts (to be used as art smocks for the program), paint a canvas (with acrylic paints), create recycled art, paint pottery, and more! Lessons will include concepts and techniques for all projects. Finished work will be taken home.

Projects are done individually; there are no shared supplies.

Instructor: Sunshine Arts & Crafts Age 6-10 M: $350 / NM: $430 18331 Tu 4-4:50 pm 4/8-6/10

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Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 8-13 M: $261 / NM: $339 18314 Tu 4:15-5:15 pm

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Fashion Sewing Techniques 2 NEW projects each session!

Students will learning more about the sewing machine and pattern production. By the end of this class, sewers will have completed at least one apparel project on the sewing machine. This class is perfect for students looking to advance their sewing skills.

This is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics of sewing and advance your skills!

We will spend the first week of class learning about the sewing machine. The rest of the time will be spent working on projects. Fabric, sewing supplies and sewing machine are provided. You may choose to purchase additional specialty items.

Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 18 & Up M / NM: $308 18329 Tu 10 am-Noon 4/1-5/27

Adult Chess Each week you’ll enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play with others. You’ll grow your knowledge of the game from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. The chess program is open to all playing levels.

Instructor: Chess Ed Age 18 & Up M / NM: $260 18347 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 4/1-6/3

Sewing supplies include fabric, thread, needles, and pins.

Prerequisite: Must have completed Fashion Sewing Techniques 1 or know how to use a sewing machine.

Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 8-13 M: $261 / NM: $339 18327 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm

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B E T H H U R L E Y D O G T R A IN IN G

Beginner Dog Obedience This class covers a variety of obedience cues including sit, down, stay, leave it, drop, come, and more! Ways to use these commands to address common behavior issues will also be discussed. Dogs of any age may take this class. One participant per dog aged 14 and up is allowed in class.

No retractable leashes are allowed. Positive reinforcement is used, so please bring soft treats to each class.

Instructor: Beth Hurley Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18197 Th 11:15-12:05 pm 4/3-5/15 18198 Sa 11:15 am-12:05 pm 4/5-5/17 18540 Th 11:15 am-12:05 pm 5/29-7/3 NO CLASS: 4/17, 4/19

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BETH HU RL E Y D O G T R A IN IN G

Puppy Obedience & Socialization COMMUNIT Y HOU S E DO G O BEDIENCE TR A INER S :

CREATIVE PAWS DOG TRAINING

The first 16 weeks of a puppy’s life is the optimal time for socialization. Proper socialization is crucial in developing a healthy, confident dog and strengthening the dog/ human bond. This class provides a positive and fun environment for pups and their owners. Common puppy behaviors such as nipping, house soiling, jumping, and barking will be discussed. Obedience cues including sit, down, come, stay, and leash will be covered. Puppies ages 2-4 months are welcome. Puppies must have had at least one full round of vaccinations at least 7 days prior to the start of class. One participant per dog aged 14 and up is allowed in class.

No retractable leashes are allowed. Positive reinforcement is used, so please bring soft treats to each class.

Instructor: Beth Hurley Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18195 Th 10-10:50 am 4/3-5/15 18196 Sa 10-10:50 am 4/5-5/17 18541 Th 10-10:50 am 5/29-5/17 NO CLASS: 4/17, 4/19

Beth Hurley Dog Training Classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class.

No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.

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This class will help bring your dog’s basic commands to the next level, through fun games and activities! Dogs of any age may take this class and should have already established basic commands including sit, down, stay, coming when called, and loose leash walking. No retractable leashes are allowed. Positive reinforcement is used, so please bring soft treats to class.

Instructor: Beth Hurley Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18542 Th 12:15-1:05 pm 4/3-5/15 18559 Sa 12:15-1:05 pm 4/5-5/17 18558 Th 12:15-1:05 pm 5/29-7/3 NO CLASS: 4/17, 4/19

Creative Paws Classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class. No retractable leashes allowed.

Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.

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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.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18206 M 8-8:50 pm 4/14-5/19 18543 M 8-8:50 pm 7/21-8/25

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Dog Obedience Rally Rally is a fun spin on traditional obedience for both the dog and the handler! Dogs must have strong heeling skills to take this class. 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.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18192 M 8-8:50 pm 6/2-7/7

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Dog Obedience Puppy 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-ondog 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 2 rounds of vaccinations prior to class.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18205 M 6-6:50 pm 4/14-5/19 18204 M 7-7:50 pm 6/2-7/7 18545 M 6-6:50 pm 7/21-8/25

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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.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up M: $172 / NM: $224 18201 M 7-7:50 pm 4/14-5/19 18202 M 6-6:50 pm 6/2-7/7 18544 M 7-7:50 pm 7/21-8/25

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COMMUNITY HOUSE SCHOOL OF DANCE

FANTASY DANCE

Fantasy Dance Imagination, movement, and dance combine to enhance your child’s creativity and coordination. Classes incorporate basic ballet, French terminology, creative movement and motor skill development. NOTE: Parent observation day will take place on the last day of the Session for the last 15 minutes of class. Fantasy Dance does not perform in the Spring Recital. #

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DANCE RECITAL

Meet Your Summer Dance Instructors!

Sun., May 18 at 12:30 pm

Gwendolyn Britt

Recital Rehearsal: Sat., May 17, 2:30-5 pm

Teaches: Ballet and Fantasy Dance Gwendolyn has been teaching ballet and Fantasy Dance classes at the Community House for over 20 years. Her students learn proper ballet technique in an encouraging atmosphere. As a performer, Gwendolyn danced for the Lynda Martha Dance Company. She is a certified teacher with the Cecchetti Council of America. Gwendolyn is a graduate of the Indiana University School of Music with a BS in Ballet Education.

Tickets: mycommunityhouse.org

E. Marc Nevins Teaches: Adult Ballet Marc is a dancer with nearly 20 years of performing experience including appearances with American Ballet Theatre, Joffery Ballet, Ballet West and the Evanston Concert Ballet.

Marc studied at the University of Utah, Interlochen Arts Academy, School of American Ballet in New York, and with Maria Tallchief in Chicago. ​​​

FANTASY DANCE

Required Dance Attire Fantasy Dance, Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre Ballet: Light pink leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers. Ballet 1/2: Lavender leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers. Ballet 3/4: Light blue leotard, pink tights, and ballet slippers. Teen Ballet: Black leotard, nude tights, mid length skirt and ballet slippers. NOTE: Any child arriving to class more than 10 minutes late will not be admitted. You may

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Meet Your Music Instructors!

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Daniel Rosa, “Teacher Dan” A graduate of Loyola Academy, Dan is a talented multi-instrumentalist and popular teacher of piano, violin, guitar, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion, and voice at the Community House. Dan is the founder of Music ‘n’ Me and Top Note Music Academy. A firm believer that music should be fun, Dan enjoys sharing his love of music with his students.

He is a graduate of USC with a degree in music.

Brandon Seyferth

Brandon is a teacher of guitar at the Community House who tailors his lessons to the interests and goals of his students while stressing good technique and the fundamentals.

He has written, performed, and recorded songs with such notable names as Jackson Browne, Victor DeLorenzo, Eric McFadden, and Jimmy Chamberlin. Brandon is the director of the Glencoe Academy of Music.

Adult Private Music Lessons: Guitar and Bass Guitar Gain or hone your guitar skills with feedback from an experienced, patient, professional musician that you just can’t get on YouTube!

All skill levels welcome. Lessons are on Wednesdays; Brandon will contact you to set up a time. Program consists of ten 30-minute lessons.

Instructor: Brandon Seyferth Age 18 & Up M: $350 / NM: $450 18623 W 3:30-9 pm 5/27-8/1

Youth Private Music Lessons: Guitar and Bass Guitar Learn to play guitar or keep your skills up this summer with an experienced, patient, professional musician. All skill levels welcome. Lessons are on Wednesdays; Brandon will contact you to set up a time.

Program consists of ten 30-minute lessons.

Instructor: Brandon Seyferth Age 7-17 M: $350 / NM: $450 18625 W 3:30-9 pm 5/27-8/1

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Join the Glee Club! NEW! Age 7-14

Join music teachers Dan and Amanda for weekly fun-filled song and choreography rehearsals! Show off your musical talents with a final, fabulous performance for family and friends.

M: $500 / NM: $455

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Group Piano Lessons NEW! with Dan Rosa Join our fun and exciting children’s group piano class! Your child will learn beginning basics of piano theory, technique, performance, as well as musical note reading! Mini pianos will be provided for each child during class.

Age 5-7 M: $200 / NM: $260 18609 Tu 4-4:30 pm 6/17-7/22 18610 Tu 4:45-5:15 pm 6/17-7/22 18612 Tu 4-4:30 pm 7/29-8/26 18611 Tu 4:45-5:15 pm 7/29-8/26

Youth and Adult Private Music Lessons: • Piano • Banjo • Percussion • Violin • Mandolin • Voice Multi-instrumental and music teacher Dan Rosa offers instruction on a number of different instruments. Teacher Dan lays out a strong musical foundation for his students; teaching music theory as well as the fundamentals of each instrument. All skill levels welcome. To register and to set up a day and time, contact Dan at danielgrosa@ me.com or (310) 722-2112. Fee must be paid 48 hours in advance of the first music lesson. Lessons are 30 minutes.

Instructor: Dan Rosa Age 4 & Up Fee: $50 per lesson

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Formed in 1974, Children’s Theatre of Winnetka (CTW) is an award-winning, volunteer organization dedicated to promoting theatrical experiences for children in Grades 4-8 who reside or attend school in New Trier Township. Children, under adult supervision, learn all aspects of theatre production from stage management to performance. Students may participate both onstage or backstage in two productions annually in the fall and spring.

SPRING PRODUCTION

SHOW DATES:

• April 24 at 7 pm • April 25 at 7 pm

• April 26 at 12:30 pm

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Broadway Summer Juniors Get ready for a fabulous show — Broadway here we come! Actors will rehearse daily to learn songs, scenes, and dances from a popular musical. Each cast member will receive a script, music, and choreography to practice at home. There will be no refunds after the first week of classes. The ensemble will present their final show on the last day of class at 5 pm.

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Broadway Summer Stars Jump into the magical world of musical theatre by exploring acting, singing and choreography! By the end of class, you’ll be ready to take center stage and shine as one of the stars in the show. Each cast member will receive a script, music, and choreography to practice at home. There will be no refunds after the first week of classes. The ensemble will present their show on Fri., August 16 at 6:30 pm.

Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater Age 7-12 M: $275 / NM: $355 The Lion King Jr. 18536 M-F 5:15-7:15 pm 8/4-8/15

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Full & Half Day Broadway Camps

SKYLINE’S PRODUCTION OF THE LITTLE MERMAID JR.

SKYLINE’S PRODUCTION OF THE WIZARD OF OZ

It’s time to shine on stage this summer! Each camper will memorize a named role in the show, learn fully staged songs and dances, and work together as a team to create an incredible performance for friends and family on the final day of camp! These full and half day camps will be packed with developing characters, rehearsing musical numbers, staging intricate scenes, becoming backstage leaders, doing arts and crafts, playing theater games, and enjoying outdoor time – all under the guidance of Skyline’s fabulous Teaching Artists.

Instructor: Skyline Children’s Theater Age 6-13 M: $950 / NM: $1,140 Full Day: Dare to Dream Jr. 18521 M-F 9 am-3 pm 6/17-6/27 Full Day: The Addams Family Jr. 18523 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/7-7/18 Full Day: High School Musical Jr. 18525 M-F 9 am-3 pm 7/21-8/1 Full Day: The Lion King Jr. 18526 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/4-8/15 Full Day: Annie Jr. 18633 M-F 9 am-3 pm 8/18-8/29 M: $635 / NM: $826 Half Day: Dare to Dream Jr. 18520 M-F 9 am-Noon 6/17-6/27 17769 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/19-8/30 Half Day: The Addams Family Jr. 18522 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/7-7/18 Half Day: High School Musical Jr. 18524 M-F 9 am-Noon 7/21-8/1 Half Day: The Lion King Jr. 18527 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/4-8/15 Half Day: Annie Jr. 18634 M-F 9 am-Noon 8/18-8/29

About Skyline Children’s Theater 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 Children’s Theater, excited to share their passion for the performing arts with the community.

Skyline Children’s Theater Policies No make-up classes will be offered. Please help your child practice and memorize at home so your actor feels confident on stage. Please be prompt in arrival and dismissal times. All rehearsals are closed (no parents or guests watching). Actors are required to bring their scripts to every rehearsal. There will be no refunds after the first week of classes.

For information: skylinechildrenstheater.com

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MOMENTS THAT LAST A LIFETIME

WEDDINGS & EVENTS 2026 DATES BOOKING FAST! The Community House is proud to partner with a wide variety of catering teams to suit your needs, vision, and budget.

SPRING/ SUMMER 2025 mycommunityhouse.org

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Associate Organizations Christie’s Integrative Fitness Classes

(847) 224-6766 christie.fitness@icloud.com

Congregation Hakafa

(847) 242-0687 conghakafa@hakafa.org hakafa.org

Tenant Partners Since its inception, the Community House has been a home to other like-minded organizations who enrich our shared community in many ways. We hope you’ll check out all that is offered through our Tenant Partners!

Junior League of Evanston-North Shore

(847) 441-0995 jle-ns.org • jle-ns@sbcglobal.net

Off Campus Writers Workshop

The Junior League of Evanston-North Shore, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Each year, League members commit thousands of volunteer hours to improving our community. In particular, the focus of our organization is on Advancing Employment and Supporting Families for those in need across Chicago’s North Suburbs. Founded in 1924 as the Junior League of Evanston, JLE-NS now has approximately 350 Active and Sustaining members. We reach out to all women regardless of age, race, religion, ethnic or national origin who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism.

Trudie’s Winnetka Backgammon Club

La Petite École de Chicago

Friends of Bill W. AA Support Group Sundays

North Shore Karate Center

Paul Sweetow (847) 441-0200 psweetow@gmail.com northshorekaratecenter.com

ocww.info@gmail.com ocwwinfo7333.wildapricot.org

Bill Chibnik (847) 291-6768 winnetkabackgammon@aol.com winnetkabackgammon.com

Winnetka-Northfield Rotary Club

info@wnrotary.org wnrotary.org

(312) 721-1166 lpec.us

La Petite École de Chicago, a private, French language immersion school founded in 2015, with its first campus in Hyde Park has a second campus at the Community House. The school serves families with children age 3 and above and offers a year-round, in-person, preschool to 6th grade curriculum based on the French national curriculum. The school also offers an online option for families with one or more individuals who cannot send children to school due to pre-existing conditions. Classes never exceed 10 students per teacher. Its teaching staff in Winnetka have a total of 52 years of experience.

North Shore Art League

(847) 446-2870 info@northshoreartleague.org northshoreartleague.org Founded in 1924, the North Shore Art League is a non-profit arts organization offering art classes for adults and children. As the only art center located in Winnetka, the NSAL not only offers art education, but also lectures, workshops, field trips, gallery shows

Registration Information HOW TO REGISTER Member registration opens

March 17 and will be processed on a first come, first served basis. Non-member registration opens March 24.

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 registering online at mycommunityhouse.org.

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.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSES Register early! Prior

to the start of any class, registration is reviewed to determine if the enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Do not wait until the day of the first class to register or you may find the class has been canceled due to low enrollment.

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REFUND POLICY Full refunds will be issued for

classes that are cancelled due to insufficient registration.

Other refunds, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $30), may be granted if the refund request is received five full business 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.

and special art events to the entire North Shore community.

A summer juried art fair, Art in the Village, takes place in Hubbard Woods Park — right in the middle of the Hubbard Woods Design District and along bustling Green Bay Road in June. Located for over 90 years on the second floor of the Community House, classes are held in an historic, professional art studio featuring skylights and a large stone fireplace as well as a well-equipped print room facility. Classes in drawing, painting (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), pastels, etching, printmaking, figure study, encaustic and more are taught by a distinguished faculty–offering a unique, creative experience. League members may exhibit at the annual Members’ Show and throughout the year in NSAL gallery space within the Community House. Membership benefits also include generous discounts at various art supply stores in the area and an eblast/brochure subscription.

Winnetka Community Nursery School

(847) 446-4432 winnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org WCNS is a nationally accredited preschool for children ages 2-4, offering indoor and outdoor activities in a stimulating environment in which physical, social, intellectual and emotional growth is encouraged. Learning materials encourage creativity, promote cognitive growth and develop manipulative skills. WCNS also offers enrichment opportunities during the school year for children ages 3 and 4 and summer camp for children ages 2 (must turn 2 by March 1 of the current year) to 5 years old.

For more information about WCNS, please visit our web site.

Women’s Exchange

(847) 441-3406 deb@womens-exchange.org womens-exchange.org

WOMEN’S

EXCHANGE

Women’s Exchange is a unique community of women (and sometimes men) committed to growth and authentic connection, be it through book discussions, building one’s financial skills, looking at life’s education, learning about health and wellness, writing together, creating together, walking together, learning and discerning, moving through transitions or simply making a change with a new thought or idea. Each year, for nearly four decades, Women’s Exchange hosts over 100 workshops and classes and special events, all where conversations matter. Join in; discover something new for yourself and/or about yourself.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY If School District

36 cancels classes for the entire day, all of the Community House children’s programs (including Fitness Center 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 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 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.

Need a place to meet?

We’ve got you covered!

BARBER CONFERENCE ROOM

GARDEN ROOM

ROOMS 211 A, B, C, D

ASSEMBLY HALL

250 SQ FT; MEETINGS UP TO 10 PEOPLE

4000 SQ FT; CAN BE DIVIDED INTO 3000, 1500, 850, AND 675 SQ FT

rentals

We have a variety of beautiful, light-filled spaces available for business meetings, piano recitals, corporate retreats, monthly round tables, book clubs, board meetings and more!

Rent by the hour or full day — call us about the options! The Community House has WiFi and can provide LCD projectors, microphones, and screens.

4000 SQ FT; CAN BE DIVIDED INTO 3000 SQ. FT AND 1000 SQ FT

1750 SQ FT

Inquiries: mycommunityhouse.org or call Mark Schusteff at (847) 881-9370

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