Spring Summer Programs 2017 - Winnetka Community House
Telephone Listings
Main Office (847) 446-0537
Fax
(847) 446-0609
Birthday Party Hot Line (847) 446-3207
Facility Rental .
(847) 446-3154
Fitness Centre (847) 446-1994
Youth Enrichment Center
Facility Hours
Monday-Saturday .
(847) 446-7615
Registration
Member Registration - March 13, 2017
Non-Member Registration - March 20, 2017
Mission Statement
The mission of Winnetka 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 privately supported unique facility does not receive tax dollars.
8:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Accessibility For Persons With Disabilities
For persons with disabilities, Winnetka Community House is accessible from the northeast at the canopied entrance off the Pine Street parking lot.
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Winnetka Community House Board Of Governors
Officers
Leslie Farmer - Chair
Carla Vorhees - Vice Chair
Nan Greenough - Past Chair
Betsy Landes - Secretary
Jim McGee - Treasurer
Raheela Anwar - Member At Large
Members
Kate Ancell
Murray Ancell
Elaine Bovaird
Amy Brock
Susan Cellmer
Paula Danoff
Joan Evanich
Winnetka Community House Staff
Wahl,
Julie Schmoldt, Front Office Supervisor
Lisa Jarvis, Fitness Supervisor
Leslie Grant
Carrie Healy
Dania Leemputte
Patrick McKey
Melissa Mizel
Toby Nicholson
Yale Rieck
Paul Weaver
Mark Wetzel
Willian
Yonan
Since 1911 Winnetka Community House (WCH) has provided a nurturing space to further the missions of a variety of organizations that reside under its roof. We foster new not-for-pro t organizations and provide a long-term home to others at belowmarket rates. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-pro t, WCH receives no tax dollars to fund our activities. Our donors make it all happen.
e renowned Children’s eatre of Winnetka (CTW) teaches children all aspects of theater production, not just performing. CTW also invites students from city schools to witness rst-hand the wonders of live theater performances.
Sekou Robertson, Principal of LEARN Excel School in Chicago, teaching her students about the Great Depression, the setting of Annie at Winnetka Community House. Photo by: Lorraine Ryan
LEARN Excel School’s Visit for the Children’s Theatre of Winnetka’s Fall Production of Annie
On the set of CTW’s production of Annie Photo by: Lorraine Ryan
Annie
WCH Board of Governors
Kate Ancell
Murray Ancell
Raheela Anwar*
Elaine Bovaird
Amy Pope Brock
Susan Cellmer
Paula Danoff
Joan Evanich
Leslie Farmer*
Leslie Grant
Nan Greenough*
Carrie Healy
Betsy Landes*
Dania Leemputte
Jim McGee*
Patrick McKey
Melissa Mizel
Toby Nicholson
Yale Rieck
Ann Smith
Tom Smith
Carla Vorhees*
Paul Weaver
Mark Wetzel
Clyde Willian
Connie Yonan
*Denotes Executive Committee
Dear Winnetka Community House Supporters,
ank you for being a loyal supporter of the Winnetka Community House. With your help, our 2015 -2016 scal year ended on a high note and we’d love to share this news with you!
• e Fitness Centre unveiled entirely new strength and functional training exercise equipment which has been enthusiastically received by users.
• e Antiques + Modernism Show is our largest fundraiser and most popular event. We are blessed with a Woman’s Board that consists of nearly 60 talented, enthusiastic members who have brought great energy and new ideas to the Show.
• eater Events: Sold out – a Toby Nicholson-directed A Christmas Carol and our very own Children’s eater of Winnetka (CTW) o erings: Mary Poppins (fall) and e Sound of Music (spring). Each year, this prestigious troupe o ers children the chance to discover their talents and establish their stage presence in a full- edged Broadway-style production.
• Winnetka Community House’s Board of Governors’ April fundraiser, e Second City Improv All-Stars played to a capacity crowd in Matz Hall.
• e newly renovated Garden Rooms opened in 2016, overlooking the beautiful Arches Gardens. ey are among the loveliest rooms on the North Shore available for private parties and public gatherings.
• We partnered with the Kohl’s Children’s Museum to house a month-long, interactive Chagall for Children art exhibit that garnered local and national media coverage.
• e Community House provided over $250,000 of free or discounted services and space to other non-pro t and civic organizations over the past year.
ank you all for making Winnetka Community House e Gathering Place for Everyone. Without your support, we wouldn’t exist as we receive no tax dollars. Our only sources of income are fees, rentals and your generous donations. You make all the di erence!
Best Regards, Nan Greenough Board Chair, 2015-2016
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
The Volunteer Center and The Kindness Connection held their annual Day of Service honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. The Community House donated most of its first floor to provide the gathering place where many projects were completed.
ank you for making WCH the of Winnetka!
Drawing a welcome banner for a homeless shelter. Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter homes for dogs and cats.
Your Contributions Are Important To Us. Fundraising and Special Events account for over 36% of gross revenues. These activities are critical for the survival of the Community House! Fiscal Year 2015-2016
Animal Shelter finding forever
Winnetka Community House Donors
Winnetka Community House Donors
July 2015 to June 2016
July 2015 to June 2016
(925,765) 1,007,746
81,981
$50,000 and Over
Carol and Jim Hansen
Elaine Bovaird
Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund
Joan and Kevin Evanich
Jean Sampson
WCH Woman’s Board
Anonymous (2)
$25,000 to $49,999
Mrs. Kenneth K. Chalmers
John H. Ellwood
Paula and Je Dano
$10,000 to $24,999
Nan and Wally Greenough
Dania and Patrick Leemputte
Mr. and Mrs. J. Duncan Healy
Paul Bechtner Foundation
Clyde F. Willian
Carla and Mark Vorhees
Mr. and Mrs. David D. Peterson, Jr.
Amy and Clay Brock
Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Sample
$5,000 to $9,999
Leslie and Jim Farmer
Kathryn A. Mikells and Edward J. Harney
Mrs. J. William Holland
Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc.
Garden Guild of Winnetka
North Shore Community Bank & Trust Co.
Anonymous
$1,000 to $4,999
John and Brenda Gude
Mr. and Mrs. omas W. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Roger J. Grabowski
Leslie and David Grant
Christopher and Emily Wyner
Mr. and Mrs. Lawson Whitesides, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Chesley
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Colburn
Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Fuller III
Mr. and Mrs. Alex Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Dewey B. Crawford
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Botica
Dr. and Mrs. Jason Glick
Joe and Eileen Madigan
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Nichols
Julie and Robert Stracks
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Swartchild, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald J. Bukovac
Madeleine Fern
Mr. and Mrs. Nader Boulos
Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Gray III
Mr. and Mrs. John S. Ruey
Michael Edwards and Melissa Mizel
Connie Berman
Je rey Neal and Susan Cellmer
Mr. and Mrs. Dwight W. Fawcett
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Graham
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Hogan
Mr. and Ms. Eric Hunsader
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Knight III
Elizabeth Landes and Barry Levenstam
Mr. Richard J. Loewenthal
Mr. and Mrs. Edward W. Lyman, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Mabie
Gregory Moershel
Dr. and Mrs. Arthur C. Nielsen III
2015-2016 Business Patrons
A+ Mathnasium
A to Z Chiropractic
A. Perry Homes
Alliance Berstein
Atlas Imports
Bake 425
BOA/United Way Campaign
Beam Suntory
Bliss Salon of Winnetka
The Bookstall at Chestnut Court
Bratschi Plumbing, Inc.
Chalet
Chicago Car Consulting
City Winery
D2 Fitness
DFB Design
Dear Emily
Edwards Florists
Ellen’s on Elm
Ford Orthodontics, LTD
Frederick Dose Appraisals, Ltd
Leo P. Niemiec
Mr. and Mrs. omas Papoutsis
Mr. and Mrs. James Saccaro
Mr. Muneer Satter and Mrs. Kristen Hertel
Mrs. Charles H. Shaw
Suzanne M. Timble
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Van Tassel
Morgan Stanley
Catered by Design
Northern Trust e PrivateBank
Secure Futures
$500 to $999
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Waimon
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bundy
Warwick Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. Petersen
Mr. and Mrs. Ted DeNapoli
Mr. and Mrs. Byram E. Dickes
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Keller
Kathryn Kligora and Scott Sognefest
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Shabica
Mr. and Mrs. E. Davison Massey
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Agnew
Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Bannon
Mr. and Mrs. Barry M. Berish
Phyllis Berning
Mr. and Mrs. eodore R. Butz
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen C. Coley
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Connolly
Mark Crane
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen F. Crane
Mr. and Mrs. David Durning
Mr. and Mrs. Peter S. Egan
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Eisen
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Hales
Grand Food Center
Hackstudio
Hackley and Associates Architects, Inc.
Huff Real Estate Group
International House of Wine and Cheese
J. McLaughlin
Jane Hopper, Inc.
Jeannie Balsam, LLC.
John Q. Cook, M.D.
Joseph McQuillen
Junior League of Evanston-North Shore
Kyoto Sushi Japanese Restaurant
Lakeside Foods
Little Ricky’s
Londo Mondo
Longbranch Products
Lorraine Ryan Photography
Matilda Jane
Mark Brown Photography
Mark Vend
McClellan Orthodontics
North Shore Art League
Oui, Madame!
Ovation Vintage
Peachtree Place
Precision Direct
Pure Barre
Reach Yoga
Sauce and Bread Kitchen
Sayles
Schoolhouse 4 Math
Skändal
Shred 415
Three Tarts
Truist Credit
Victor Hlavacek Florist
The Wall Street Baker
Winnetka Garden Club
Winnetka-Northfield Chamber Of Commerce
Whole Foods
Winnetka Community House Donors
Winnetka Community House Donors
July 2015 to June 2016
$500 to $999 Continued
Mrs. Harold Hines
Nancy Hoying
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Ieuter
Jerry Israelov
Edgar D. Jannotta, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Nicholson, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Schriesheim
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Schwimmer
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Sich
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Stevens
Cassandra Swon
Mr. and Mrs. Carson omas
Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Tinberg
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Weber
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Weinsheimer
First Bank and Trust
$100 to $499
Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth P. Yonan
Mr. and Mrs. James Brittingham
Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Aland
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kish
Mr. and Mrs. Brad Beanblossom
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Cotter
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Jast
Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Kenyon
Mr. and Mrs. Steven H. Lesnik
Kathryn Botica and Timothy Martin
Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. McClenahan
Mr. and Mrs. David Shelton
Bank of America United Way Campaign
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Baird
Jeanette Beavers
Dennis Beck
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Berner, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Canmann
Adrian Culver
Edith A. Dunne
Jean Farnsworth
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Fessler
Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Findlay
Mr. and Mrs. George H. Gilmore, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. David B. Golder
Mr. and Mrs. Elisha P. Gould III
Mr. and Mrs. James M. Herrmann
Mr. and Mrs. Frederic W. Hickman
Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Horne
Mr. and Mrs. omas Horwich
Mr. and Mrs. Wade W. Judge
Mr. and Mrs. Philip S. Krone
Mr. and Mrs. David L. Landsittel
Mrs. Pen eld S. Lanphier
Mr. and Mrs. J. Kent Mathewson
Mr. and Mrs. John S. Mengel
Dr. Marian Powers and Mr. Belverd Needles
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Puth
David J. Shanahan
Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Sullivan
Mr. and Mrs. William E. Taylor
Mr. and Mrs. John Vondran
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Vorwald
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew M. Weller
Ann Zimmerman
Mr. and Mrs. Wesley A. Baumann
Mr. and Mrs. Michael G. Beemer
Joyce B. Bishop
Dr. and Mrs. Roger B. Cole
Mr. and Mrs. Ira A. Eichner
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Eskandari
Lois R. Heald
Howard E. Jessen
Mr. and Mrs. Allan Kaplan
Mr. and Mrs. George D. Kennedy
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Lolli
Mr. Stuart McCrary and Ms. Nancy Davis
Mr. and Mrs. James D. McNitt
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas M. Reimer
Kimberly Ronan
Elizabeth Rothermel
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Senko
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spencer
Mr. and Mrs. Vernon T. Squires
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard M. Susman
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Vollmer
Carol B. Watkins
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Westho
Mr. and Mrs. Peter H. Wood
Mr. and Mrs. William Worth
Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Julian
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Ball
Jean W. Brainerd
Dr. and Mrs. eodore Eller
Joan J. Golder
Mr. and Mrs. James D. King
Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Lee
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Michalak
Mr. and Mrs. Kurt O. Monnig
July 2015 to June 2016 We
Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Champagne
Margaret R. Coladarci
Mr. and Mrs. Colin Cross
Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Dowding
Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Egan
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Engle
Heather L. Fields
Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Fox
Zollie S. Frank
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin B. Gazley
Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Glenn
Mr. and Mrs. David C. Gordon
Mr. and Mrs. Jon Hahner
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew N. Hamm
Mr. and Mrs. George H. Harmon
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur J. Hill
Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Hindsley
Jane G. Hopper
Mr. and Mrs. Peter W. Hoyt
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hoza III
Mr. and Mrs. John G. Iberle
Mr. and Mrs. Harris Jackson
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Jackson
Mr. and Mrs. Richmond W. Kenyon II
Sharon L. King
Mr. and Mrs. William T. Kirk, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Sanfred Koltun
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald W. Kurz
Mary Jo LaViolette
Mr. and Mrs. William J. Lawlor III
Mr. and Mrs. omas M. Leopold
Mr. and Mrs. James I. Marcus
Daniel Marcus
Ms. Katherine McCorkle
Mr. and Mrs. James McGee
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Miller
Mr. Andrew Hopkins and Mrs. Cynthia Rapp
Dr. and Mrs. Neil J. Stone
Gwenyth B. Warton
AXA Foundation
Mr. Harry Grace III and Ms. Ingrid
Anderson Grace
Eric and Courtney Jonke
Mr. and Mrs. Yale Rieck
Mr. and Mrs. Gary T. Walther
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Zimbler
Mrs. Ronald Allen
Dr. and Mrs. M. Naveed Anwar
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent M. Aquilino
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Babb
Dr. and Mrs. Carl L. Backer, M.D.
Kenneth L. Behles
Mr. and Mrs. Loren Berry
Mrs. Walter H. Bissell III
Mr. and Ms. Bruce B. Blair
Mrs. George H. Bodeen
Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Brans eld
Mr. and Mrs. omas P. Brown
Mr. and Mrs. Jerome J. Burke
Mr. and Mrs. Peter W. Butler
Mr. and Mrs. James C. Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Jake Canepari
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Capocchi
Dr. and Mrs. James L. Cavanaugh
Iris A. Miller
Dr. David J. Mogul & Dr. Karen Schneider
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Myers
Mr. and Mrs. Philip R. Nielsen
Christina Nunez-Cripe
Mr. and Mrs. John S. Palmer
Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Reed
Dr. Paul Ringel and Dr. Michele A. Lorand
Mrs. Myron Rubnitz
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Russell
Donald Sayles
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Schornack
Jean B. Schreiber
Mr. and Mrs. Stuart N. Schuldt
Mr. and Mrs. James L. Sheridan
Mr. and Mrs. William N. Sick, Jr.
Virginia B. Sonnenschein
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Spear
Mr. and Mrs. E. Rowan Steinschneider
Dr. and Mrs. John H. Stone, D.D.S.
Mr. and Mrs. Todd E. Warnock
Shayne Welch
Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Wetoska
Mr. and Mrs. Edmund C. Woodbury
Mr. and Mrs. James Wyant
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Yant
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We have a space for every occasion.
Our unique rooms and gardens can be paired with the needs of our clients and tailored to a wide variety of events. Whether you are hosting a wedding reception, business conference or small meeting, the Community House can provide the space you need at competitive prices.
Long-term Business Rentals
Winnetka Community House has versatile space available for long-term rentals. Becoming a tenant of the Winnetka Community House makes you part of a thriving hub of activity in the heart of Winnetka. A complimentary cup of coffee awaits all who enter our lobby. Our friendly desk staff greet your visitors with a smile and directions to your office. We consider our tenants to be a vital part of the Winnetka Community House family.
This reception hall accommodates 250 persons seated theater style or 200 seated at tables. The space can be divided into two separate rooms. Special features include natural light from the long wall of south-facing windows, fine woodwork, a variety of accent lighting options and a view of the Arches Garden. Four sets of French doors open into this beautiful outdoor space, which can also be made available for your event.
Here are some of the longtime, respected organizations that call Winnetka Community House home:
If you are a not-for-profit looking for full-time space, please contact Bridget Murphy at 847-881-9357 or BridgetM@winnetkacommunityhouse.org.
Woman’s Board
Woman’s Board
The Woman’s Board was formed in 1976 by an enterprising group of women to support the entity they considered vital to the unique quality of their community. Their children had spent Saturday afternoons playing ball in the gym of WCH, watched movies in Matz Hall on Friday evenings and congregated during after-school hours at the bowling alley. Bridge groups, armchair travel lectures and theatre offerings all found a home through the years at the Gothic-style building located at Pine Street and Lincoln in Winnetka.
Winnetka Community House receives no tax dollar support. Eighty-five percent of the funds raised by the Woman’s Board go directly to the operating budget of the Community House, with the remainder earmarked for special projects and needs. These funds, along with generous and ongoing support from local businesses and residents, have helped to grow and sustain Winnetka Community House—one of the only institutions of its kind in the United States.
Our members are a multigenerational group of women, working together to support and promote Winnetka Community House. We work in a team environment with many opportunities for individual contributions. Members of the Woman’s Board are unofficial “ambassadors” for Winnetka Community House. Members are encouraged to attend and participate in events sponsored by the Woman’s Board, such as the Antiques + Modernism Winnetka Preview Party and other member social events and to volunteer when possible as additional “womanpower” is needed.
Woman’s Board Members
Kate Ancell
Raheela Gill Anwar
Jacqueline Babb
Jeanne Baldridge
Lara Beanblossom
Sarah Boulos
Paige Canepari
Amy Capocchi
Regi Carfagnini
Mercedes Caruso
Carin Chapman
Christina Cripe
Sara Dahlstrom
Julia DeNapoli
Kirby Doonan
Libby Elliott
Kerry Farley
Karen Fata
Katie Flanigan
Kim Frezados
Laura Glick
Elyse Hahner
Navigating this Program Guide
Holly Hales
Kim Half
Natalie Hamm
Pauline Ignas Turner
Courtney Jonke
Kristin Kalter
Erin Kelly
Kathryn Kish
Kate Kligora
Dee Macey
Anne Malone
The 2017 Winter/Spring Program Guide has been redesigned to better serve you. Programs are in 4 different categories including Enrichment and Education, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, and Sports and Athletics. Within those categories programs are in order of age (with a few exceptions.) Special Events and Birthday Parties are located in the front of the program guide and Fitness Centre and Facility Information is located in the back.
Editorial Policy
Complete details of program policies, procedures, and guidelines are sometimes inadvertently omitted. Errors in days, times, registration requirements and fees may occur in the brochure. When such errors occur the staff will advise you of the change as quickly as possible.
Tracey McDowell
Cindy Monnig
Susan Nelson
Roni Moore Neumann
Beth Ann Papoutsis
April Potterfield
Kristin Shea
Nidhi Singh
Irene Smith
Julie Stracks
Elizabeth Stucker
Amy Swartchild
Tria Thomas
Shannon Van Tassel
Erin Vollmer
Karen Vorwald
Rachel Waimon
Shayne Welch
Stephanie Wilson
Connie Yonan
Katie Zoloto
Camps
Summer Camps
Camp Amigos
Dance
Adult Dance
Registration Info
Member registration opens March 13, 2017 and will be processed on a first come, first served basis.
All non-members will be able to register March 20, 2017.
Registration received through the mail, fax, or in person will be processed by 5PM the next business day. The best way to ensure that your registration is processed immediately is by using our online registration at winnetkacommunityhouse.org
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 online at winnetkacommunityhouse.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 Winnetka Community House. If you do not wish to receive these emails, please unsubscribe.
» Sign the registration form.
» Unsigned forms will not be processed, but will be returned to you. This will delay processing your registration.
» Registration forms may be mailed or faxed. Registration by telephone is not accepted.
Credit Cards
You may use your credit card for all programs which appear with a class number or for a Fitness Centre membership. Fitness Centre memberships are obtained at the Fitness Centre only. Be sure to fill out the credit card information completely and sign the form. We do not take telephone registration. However, if you are paying by credit card, you may fax your registration to (847) 446-0609.
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 cancelled 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
Full refunds will be issued for courses that are cancelled by Winnetka 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 Winnetka Community House endeavors 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 cancelled 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 Winnetka 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 Winnetka Community House children’s programs (including Free-To-BeKids childcare) starting before noon will be cancelled. Decisions on all adult programs and children’s programs starting after noon, will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please
check www.winnetkacommunityhouse.org for complete details on class cancellations.
Religious Holidays
Winnetka 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
» Winnetka Community House is not responsible for the supervision of children on site prior to or remaining on site after the established program times.
» Winnetka Community House is handicapped accessible.
» If you or any member of your family has special needs, please see our Executive Director.
» Winnetka Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported by our programs, fund raising events, our annual campaign, and donations.
» Winnetka 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.
Stephen Dustman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Winnetka Community House has established the Stephen Dustman Memorial Scholarship Fund to any resident who would like to take part in a Winnetka Community House activity, but is unable to render full payment. Persons interested may submit their need in writing to the attention of the Executive Director for confidential review. If further information is desired, please call our main office.
Donations to this scholarship fund are gratefully accepted.
Become a
Member !
Register your whole family!
A one year Community House Membership is $195. All family members in your household are eligible for membership benefits. When registering for, just list your family members, and they will automatically be eligible for benefits when registering.
Register early for programs! Registration begins a week early for Community House Members. Check out our website or program guide for member registration dates.
Note: Membership does not guarantee placement in all classes. Some classes fill quickly.
Save money on classes! Members save up to 20% on registration! Find the Member price listed for each program and save on your whole family’s programs all year!
Winnetka Community House Membership Program
To sign up for a membership, please list all members of your household below and fill out a registration form. If registering for a class, please add $195 to your total registration fee. If signing up for a member ship only, your $195 membership fee can be paid by check or credit card. Register online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org.
Birthday Parties
Party Packages Include
» 90 minutes of party time which includes 45 minutes of entertainment or instruction.
» Party room setup (tables and chairs) and cleanup.
Call 847-446-3207 to book. Due to the increased popularity of this program, we strongly suggest that parties be booked at least three weeks in advance! Cancellation within five days of party will result in forfeiture of fee.
Hula Party
In this authentic and entertaining Hawaiian dance party, children will learn some fun Hawaiian words, and then watch an authentic hula dance. Next, the children will be given a hula lesson and taught a basic hula dance they can perform at the end of the party. Children will be provided with Hula skirts to wear for the party.
Age : 3+
Each Additional Child : $5
StarWalk
Puppets, Stories, Songs, And More!
This party has everything, including interactive storytelling with guitar accompanied sing-a-longs, and ventriloquist puppets too! Eclectic program with lots of giggles!
Age : 2–8
Each Additional Child : $5
Dance & Imagination
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Jump for joy! The Starwalk is a 20’ x 20’ air-inflated balloon bounce. Experience the fun of a carnival at your party complete with scooters, balls and hula-hoops. No instructor or entertainer is provided.
Age : 3+
Each Additional Child : $5
Clowns
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Let your child’s imagination run wild! This journey is filled with imagination, movement, Music Theater and bubbles of fun. Themes: Princess/Cinderella, Elsa, Little Mermaid, Fairy Princess, Barbie, Peter Pan/Pirate, Wizard of Oz.
Age : 3-6
Each Additional Child : $5
Animal Balloon Party
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Our experienced performers attract and hold a child’s attention. Parties can include balloon animals, games, kooky magic, and interactive dance.
Age : 3+
Each Additional Child : $5
Mad Science
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Balloon Animals are a huge hit at birthday parties! Now your party can have balloon animals (dogs, butterflies, swords, giraffes, etc.) being made non-stop for 45 minutes by the Magic Team of Gay Kantor. The kids will do more than just play with the balloons; they’ll also get to decorate their animals with stickers and markers. At the end of the party all the kids will get to take home their very own collection of assorted balloon animals.
Age : 3+
Each Additional Child : $5
Fee : $300 For 20 guests
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
A variety of experiments, will be displayed. All activities are thoroughly safe and clean.
Age : 4-5
$320 for up to 12 guests.
$345 for 13 to 20 guests.
Pee Wee Sports
Age : 6 and older
$320 for up to 12 guests
$345 for 13 to 20 guests
$370 for 21 to 30 guests
In this active party, your little athletes will participate in a variety of recreation games, relay races, group games, Nerf ball games and more. All games are age appropriate so everyone has fun.
Age : 4-5
Each Additional Child : $5
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Basketball
Hoops4Health will have their highly trained staff set up fun basketball games such as a 3-point contest, dribbling contest, hot shot, and a full court game. Contest winners will receive various prizes!
Age : 4+
Each Additional Child : $5
Ceramics
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Sand Art
Each guest will create a unique sand sculpture or candle by layering a colorful assortment of wax crystals or art sand into your choice of many special containers. Guests create their own masterpieces to take home.
Age : 5+
Each Additional Child : $5
Create your own personalized treasure (mug, bowl, plate, jewelry box, etc). Design, decorate, and paint with creativity! Instructors will assist in assembly and demonstrate decorating techniques. These handmade treasures will be fired, glazed and ready to be picked up 7–10 days after the party.
Age : 4+
Each Additional Child : $5
Magic
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Abracadabra! Children enjoy an amazing display of magical tricks at this exciting party. Our professional magicians gear their magic to children of all ages.
Age : 4+
Each Additional Child : $5
Martial Arts
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Sports
If your child loves sports, this is the party for him or her! A trained instructor will lead the children in sporting activities such as basketball, dodge ball, floor hockey and more. Children are sure to work up an appetite for that birthday cake!
Age : 6+
Each Additional Child : $5
Animals
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Children will receive a group Martial Arts lesson and learn how to break their own board! As a special treat, the kids will be sure to enjoy a short demonstration by the instructor. This party is a high energy outlet for active kids, all done in a fun and safe environment.
Age : 4+
Each Additional Child : $5
Magic and Music
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
This show is a very interactive blend magic with music, games and contests. a child-friendly magical performance including many opportunities for the children to help with the tricks. After the magic show our performer will lead guests in games, age appropriate music, television trivia and many fun dances.
Age : 5–12
Each Additional Child : $5
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Thrill your party guests with animals such as a Siberian chipmunk, snake, chinchilla, gecko, hedgehog and more. Children learn about each animal in this informative and fun hands-on party.
Age : 5+
Each Additional Child : $5
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Wacky Relays and Other Goofy Games
What do you get when you cross the Olympic games with scooters, hula-hoops, balloons, and more? You get Wacky Relays! Outrageous fun all! WARNING: not everyone can handle this much fun!
Age : 5+
Each Additional Child : $5
Hip Hop Dance
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
This party celebrates another birthday with the energy of Hip-Hop inspired dance. Everyone will be ready to burn up the dance floor while playing dance games and performing a special choreographed dance for the birthday child.
Age : 7-13
Each Additional Child : $5
Fee : $300 for 20 guests
Spring Break Camps
Spring Break Camps
Chess Wizards Spring Break Camp
Would you like to go on a journey to learn cool openings, mid-games with all the pins, double attacks, endgames and even bughouse? Would you like to be a part of a successful chess team, designed to cater to all levels of chess players? If so, join Chess Wizards for this camp! Campers will learn how to play chess in a fun atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor activities. This camp is for beginning and intermediate level players. No previous experience is needed. Children should bring their own lunch and a drink, but snacks will be provided. All campers will receive a chessboard, a Chess Wizards shirt, score book, trophy, work folder and certificate of achievement!
Grades : K-8
Instructors :Chess Wizards
Hot Shots Sports Spring Break Camp!
Join us for our annual Holiday Camp where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. 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.Camp Highlights:-6:1 Camper to Counselor Ratio-Camp T-Shirt-Team Gameplay and Competition-Daily Prizes and Awards.
Grade : 4-7
Instructor :Hot Shots Sports
Spring Fling
Come and enjoy a day celebrating spring with Ms. Mary & Ms Elyse. Children will be doing spring art & cooking projects and learning all about spring. Children must be toilet trained to participate in this class.
Age : 3-5 Instructor : Mary Fisher, Elyse Ferdinand
Summer Day Camps
Summer Camps - Skyline Studios Theater Camps
Summer on Stage
Come perform, learn, celebrate, and play! This unique camp offers a combination of outdoor play, creative play, storytelling, theater dramatics, and educational experiences for children ages four to six years of age. Each two week camp will have a new show with lessons, activities, and play based on the musical. Each camp culminates with parents invited to a mini show.
Age : 4-6
Instructor : Skyline Studios
Summer Juniors - 101 Dalmations
Our actors and actresses will explore the signing and dancing adventures of this classic story! All actors involved in this program will rehearse daily to learn songs, scenes, and dances from 101 Dalmations! 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, June 30th at 4:30
Take your theatre experience to the next level! Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in 101 Dalmations! 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 101 Dalmations.! Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. This three week summer program includes preparing a spectacular show for family and friends. Highlights of the summer program include: audition technique, stage vs. film auditioning, prop and costume design, vocal technique, improvisation, discovering choreography, set and lighting design, directing and much, much more.
Age :7-12
Instructor :Skyline Studios
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12026 6/12-6/30 M-F 1-3P $450/540
Summer Stars: 101 Dalmations
Take your theatre experience to the next level! Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in 101 Dalmations! 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 101 Dalmations.! Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. All actors involved in this program will have a chance to perform on stage. The ensemble will present their show on Friday, July 21st at 6:30 pm.
Age : 7-12
Instructor : Skyline Studios
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12027 7/10-7/21 M-F 5-7P $310/372
Summer Day Camps
Camp Amigos
Everyday will be a special day at Camp Amigos. We will laugh, play, create, sing, paint, cook and discover great wonders all while learning Spanish! Camp Amigos uses a highly controlled vocabulary introduced in conjunction with fun theme days. All instructors are experienced in early childhood and at least one instructor is a native speaker.
Age :3-5
Instructor :Amigos Program
Bash em’ Bots using LEGO
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a massive motorized LEGO machine? Our Play Well Engineering instructors guide students in this advanced Play-Well engineering camp, as they re-engineer standard LEGO vehicles into mechanized machines that can traverse challenging obstacles, battle against fellow bots, and take on Play-Well Instructors? colossal creations.
Grade : K-1 Instructor : Play - Well TEKnologies
Superhero Master Engineering using LEGO
LEGOŽ Super Heroes need your help to defeat the destructive forces of evil arch-villains as they threaten LEGOpolis! Explore the tools and techniques of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but super engineers. An engineering curriculum designed by Play-Well challenges heroes to design, build, and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict.
Grade :2nd-5th Instructors : Play - Well TEKnologies Activity#
12100 6/12-6/16 M-F 1-4P $199/239
Tiny Treks Mini Camp
Tiny Treks is an innovative program for families who want to teach their children about the world through exploration of their natural surroundings. We believe children learn best through hands-on experiences which build self-esteem and encourage a love of nature. In this class activities will include short stimulating hikes in a variety of outdoor settings, music, art projects and games. Please bring a Peanut free lunch and bottled water with a back pack.
Age : 4 - 6
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 insturctor will not change diapers. This camp meets one cay a week for two hours. You may sign up for as many days as you wish. Please bring a small snack to class, we will provide water during snack time.
Age : 3 - 6
Instructor : Gwendolyn Britt
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12146 6/12-7/24 M 9:30-11:30A $202/242 12147 6/13-7/25 Tu 9:30-11:30A $202/242 12148 6/14-7/26 W 12:45-2:45P $236/283 12149 6/16-7/28 F 9:30-11:30A $236/283
No Class: 7/3, 7/4
Jedi Robotics using LEGO WeDo
Build and program robots inspired by a galaxy far, far away using the LEGOŽ WeDo system! Lift an X-Wing from Dagobah swamp, program a droid-sorting factory, and land an Imperial Shuttle using motion sensors. In small groups, learn basic programming, engineering, and robotics concepts in a fun Jedi-themed environment.
Age : 7-9
Instructor :Play - Well TEKnologies
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12102 8/7-8/11 M-F 9A-12P $235/282
Jedi Robotics using LEGO NXT
These ARE the droids you?re looking for! Build and program robots inspired by a galaxy far, far away using the LEGOŽ Mindstorms system. Navigate a minefield, target shield generators, and even respond to the Force using Play-Well?s full array of sensors and servos. Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work in small groups to solve problems in this open-ended Jedi-themed environment.
Age : 9-12
Instructor : Play - Well TEKnologies
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12103 8/7-8/11 M-F 1-4P $235/282
Instructor :Tiny Treks
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12195
6/5-6/8 M-Th 9:30-12P $160/182
Summer Day Camps
Chess Wizards Summer Camp (K - 8th Grade)
Would you like to go on a journey to learn cool openings, mid-games with all the pins, double attacks, endgames and even bughouse? Would you like to be a part of a successful chess team, designed to cater to all levels of chess players? If so, join Chess Wizards for this camp! Campers will learn how to play chess in a fun atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor activities. This camp is for beginning and intermediate level players. No previous experience is needed. Snacks will be provided. All campers will receive a chessboard, a Chess Wizards shirt, score book, trophy, work folder and certificate of achievement!
Grade : K - 8th
Instructor : Chess Wizards
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12197 6/26-6/30 M-F 9A-12P $249/299
Jr. FUN-Gineering
Young engineers will build working models of simple machines such as a crane, rolling vehicle and a merry-go-round. They will learn about levers, gears, pulleys, and axles using LEGO Simple Machines kits. Students will work in teams on activities designed around creativity, exploring, investigating and problem solving in a fun group environment **No Computers are used in this program.**
Discover, create and learn, as TechStars grants access to a PROPRIETARY Minecraft EDU world you can?t get on your own! Learn fundamentals of computer networking through this Minecraft experience that also allows you and your friends to work in multiplayer mode as you mine, craft and build together to survive. Working with a partner, use your skills to explore all the secrets the world has to offer, including a mysterious castle filled with challenges. No matter whether you are new to Minecraft or already love the program, this program is for YOU! Later in the session, we?ll explore Stop Motion Animation as we make our own Minecraft Movies!
Explore TWO great programs in this half-day camp! Have you ever wondered how electronics work? Students will gain handson experience building projects. Working with a partner you will learn about electronics, electrical components and all types of circuits & they’ll take home a working Copper Tape Circuit. Note: No computers are used in this part of the program. In the second part of the program, you will dive into the world of video game animation. Working in teams, you?ll add sound effects and music clips to create a dynamic video animation game using Scratch, an object oriented coding platform designed just for kids! Creativity rules in this fun version of video game design!
Age : 6 - 8
Instructor : Computer Explorers, TechStars
Ultimate Coding Lab: Python + Minecraft Coding
Explore TWO great platforms this week! Working with a partner, you?ll explore both object-based programming and coding as well as text-based coding in Minecraft & Python and put you on a path to your dream of becoming a Programmer Designer! Python is a powerful, expressive programming language that’s easy to learn and fun to use! Working with a partner, we?ll guide you through the basics as you experiment with unique (and often hilarious) programs including secret agents, thieving ravens, and more. Work on programming puzzles designed to stretch your brain and strengthen your understanding of this new language! You?ll learn basic data structures like lists and maps and how to organize and reuse your code with functions and modules. Who knew you could learn a new language in just a week! The next level of our Minecraft program is here! Are you tired of having to mine the boring stuff? Did you know you can create and program Minecraft ROBOTS to do your mining for you? Learn how to code using the Minecraft ComputerCraft Mod and put those robots to work. Working with a partner you?ll start out programming with a graphical interface and then evolve to text-based coding as you learn to program with Lua. Soon you?ll be able to focus on mining what YOU want! Note: Prior experience with Minecraft is required.
Age : 9 - 12
Instructor : Computer Explorers, TechStars
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12165 7/31-8/4 M-F 9-12P $299/359
Summer Day Camps
Hot Shots Sports Summer Camp!
Join us for our annual Summer Camp where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. 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.
Age :4 - 7
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
Hoops4Health Little Ballers Summer Basketball Camp
Our Little Ballers Summer Camp features fundamental basketball skill training, 5 on 5 Tournament, contests, prizes, awards, and much more. Each camp week will also feature a special guest who are professionals in their field of Nutrition, Tai-Chi, Yoga, and Fitness Training. The Hoops4Health Staff will be building the skills necessary to become a better player. We will also teach proper teamwork and sportsmanship which is vital to becoming a strong basketball player. Our professional staff has worked with kids of all ages and skill levels. We take great pride in personal attention and hands on teaching. At the end of each camp week, awards will be given out for including MVP, Defensive Player, Sportsmanship, and Most Improved. Have you child spend the summer time with Hoops4Health and become a better basketball player while having a lot of fun!
Grade: k - 1st Instructor: Hoops4Health
No Class: 7/4
1-2P $115/140
Enrichment and Education
Pre-K
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, a story and snack to end a day of fun. An adult must accompany each child. No siblings are allowed. Please bring a sippie cup for your child.
Age : 1 - 2
Instructor :Mary Fisher,Elyse Ferdinand
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12094 4/5-5/31 W 9:15-10A $144/176
12129 4/5-5/31 W 10:15-11A $144/176
12139 6/7-7/26 W 9:15-10:15A $144/176
12140 6/8-7/27 Th 9:15-10:15A $144/176
No Class: 5/10,5/11
Little Bits
Does your two or three year old enjoy a variety of activities? Join in free play, circle time, art, songs and simple child-centered projects. There will be interaction with other children and time for lots of individual attention, encouraging children to develop such 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 9, 2017 This is a drop off class.
Age : 2 - 3
Instructor : Mary Fisher,Elyse Ferdinand
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12141 6/5-7/24 M 9:30-11A $173/208
12142 6/6-7/25 Tu 9:30-11A $173/208
No Class: 7/3,7/4
Bash em’ Bots using LEGO
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a massive motorized LEGO machine? Our Play Well Engineering instructors guide students in this advanced Play-Well engineering camp, as they re-engineer standard LEGO vehicles into mechanized machines that can traverse challenging obstacles, battle against fellow bots, and take on Play-Well Instructors? colossal creations.
Grade : K-1
Activity# Date Day
Instructor : Play - Well TEKnologies
6/12-6/16 M-F 9-12P $199/239
Summer Planting Day
Join us in the garden as we transplant warm weather crops such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and herbs. We will also discuss what plants pair well together and the benefits of planting a diversity of crops. Transplant a summer squash seedling to take home and watch it grow. Please wear clothes that are suitable for outdoor activities. Fee is per family
Age : 2 - 6
Instructor : The Organic Gardener Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12193 5/20 Sa 10-11:15A $40/48
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 9, 2017
Age: 3 - 4
Instructor: Mary Fisher,Elyse Ferdinand
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12143 6/9-7/28 F 9:30-11A $198/238
Enrichment and Education
Early Childhood
Early Childhood
Spring Fling
Come and enjoy a day celebrating spring with Ms. Mary & Ms Elyse. Children will be doing spring art & cooking projects and learning all about spring. Children must be toilet trained to participate in this class.
Age : 3 - 5
Activity#
Instructor : Mary Fisher,Elyse Ferdinand
11996 3/29-3/29 W 9-11:30A $40/48
Glitzy Girls Flower Power
Come join Glitzy Girlz www.glitzygirlz.com for a jump start to SPRING! Our staff will pamper with hair updo with flower accents, sparkle, make-up and nail application with flower nail decals. Each participant will design her own flower ceramic craft and design a beaded bracelet w/flower charm. The end of class we will provide flowered hula skirt props to use (not keep) & maracas and teach some fun hula dancing with music. Sign up w/ friends!
Age : 4 - 10
Activity#
Instructor : Glitzy Girlz
12144 4/28-4/28 F 6:30-8P $32/38
Lunch Adventures
Come over and have lunch and fun with your friends! Come and take a different journey each week. Come be a pirate and look for treasures one week and the next week become a chef and bake cookies. New adventures awaits you. We will learn through various art media, simple cooking projects, stories and more. Please bring a peanut-free lunch with a drink to class. Please notify us ahead of time if your child needs to be picked up from Winnetka Community Nursery School.
Age: 4 - 6
Instructor: Mary Fisher,Elyse Ferdinand Activity#
12091 4/7-6/2 F 11:15-1P $210/252
Mad Science for Young Scientists
Join Mad Science for loads of hands-on science fun. Each week will involve experiments and exploration designed for younger scientists. There will be lots of fun and exciting science topics to investigate and things to take home. All materials are included.
Age: 4 - 5
Instructor: Mad Science
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12037 4/3-5/15 M 4-4:45P $120/144
No Class: 5/8
Tiny Treks Mini Camp
Tiny Treks is an innovative program for families who want to teach their children about the world through exploration of their natural surroundings. We believe children learn best through hands-on experiences which build self-esteem and encourage a love of nature. In this class activities will include short stimulating hikes in a variety of outdoor settings, music, art projects and games. Please bring a Peanut free lunch and bottled water with a back pack.
Age : 4 - 6
Instructor :Tiny Treks
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12195 6/5-6/8 M Tu W Th 9:30-12P $160/182
Tiny Treks Explorers
Tiny Treks is an innovative program for families who want to teach their children about the world through exploration of their natural surroundings. We believe children learn best through hands-on experiences which build self-esteem and encourage a love of nature. In this class activities will include short stimulating hikes in a variety of outdoor settings, music, art projects and games.
Age : 5 - 6
Instructor : Tiny Treks
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11948 4/5-5/31 W 9-11:15A $328/394
11949 4/5-5/31 W 11:30A-2P $328/394
No Class: 5/10
Enrichment and Education
Youth, Teens and Adults
Youth
Jr. FUN-Gineering
Young engineers will build working models of simple machines such as a crane, rolling vehicle and a merrygo-round. They will learn about levers, gears, pulleys, and axles using LEGO Simple Machines kits. Students will work in teams on activities designed around creativity, exploring, investigating and problem solving in a fun group environment **No Computers are used in this program.**
Age : 6 - 8
Instructor : Computer Explorers, TechStars
12162 4/3-5/22 M 5:30-6:30P $160/192
No Class: 5/8
Mad Science - NASA
Some of the spectacular science program topics developed with NASA we will explore include Planets and Moons, Space Phenomena, Rocket Science, Living in Space and more. Each young Mad Scientist will also make some great take home projects including a Cosmic Chronometer, Lightening Launcher, a real launchable model rocket and more. All materials are included.
Grade : 1st - 5th
Superhero Master Engineering using LEGO
LEGO Super Heroes need your help to defeat the destructive forces of evil arch-villains as they threaten LEGOpolis! Explore the tools and techniques of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but super engineers. An engineering curriculum designed by Play-Well challenges heroes to design, build, and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict.
Grade :2nd-5th
Instructors : Play - Well TEKnologies
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12100 6/12-6/16 M-F 1-4P $199/239
Minecraft Coding and Programming
The next level of our Minecraft program is here! Are you tired of having to mine the “boring” stuff? Din you know you can create and program Minecraft ROBOTS to do your mining for you? Learn how to code using Minecraft ComputerCraft Mod and put those robots to work. Working with a partner you’ll start out programming with a graphical interface and then evolve to text-based coding as you learn to program with Lua. Soon you’ll be able to focus on mining what YOU want!
Age: 8 - 12
Instructor : Mad Science
12035 4/3-5/15 M 4-5P $132/156
No Class: 5/8
Jedi Master Engineering using LEGO
The Force Awakens in this advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, and eccentric motion. Build LEGO X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far, far away.
Grade : 2nd - 5th
Instructor : TEKnologies, Play - Well
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12099 3/15-5/24 W 3:45-5:15P $252/302
No Class: 3/29, 5/10
Instructor: Computer Explorers, TechStars
12163 4/6-5/25 Th 5:30-6:30P $160/192
No Class: 5/11
Teens and Adults
Women’s Empowerment Workshop
This workshop assists women in developing the courage to find their own true voice. We will begin with a brief history of Goddess, the descent into patriarchy, and current climate of power for women. We will explore the classic Females Archetypes such as the Virgin, Mother, Queen and more. You’ll be able to see how they may have been expressed/conditioned in your life. Discover how power was expressed in your household and how it affects your psyche and decision making capacity today. Explanation of cultural masks, their purpose and limitation will also be discussed. We conclude with a powerful exercise to find your primary ‘mask’, and tools to transform it.
Age : 15+
Instructor : Sheri Winkelmann
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12221 5/22 M 10A-12P $55/66 12222 6/26 M 10A-12P $55/66
Dog Obedience
Creative Paws
Teens and Adults
Creative Paws - Dog Obedience Puppy Class
Puppy Class is designed to provide a positive environment for socialization of puppies to a variety of people as well as dogs. Early socialization has been shown to greatly reduce the incidence of both human and dog directed aggression, as well as anxiety and fear based behavior problems. Other topics discussed include house training, mouthing, leadership, sitting and recall. This class is appropriate for puppies ages 2-4 months old. Dogs must have received at least two rounds of vaccinations prior to attending. If not, please plan to attend class without your dog until all vaccinations are administered. No retractable leashes allowed
Age : 14+
Instructor : Trotter, Ashlee
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12010 4/25-6/6 Tu 6-6:50P $144/174
12200 6/13-7/25 Tu 7-7:50P $144/174
12201 8/8-9/12 Tu 6-6:50P $144/174
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Creative Paws - Dog Obedience 101
Obedience 101 teaches the basics of obedience including 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. No retractable leashes allowed.
Age : 14+
Instructor : Trotter, Ashlee
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12013 4/25-6/6 Tu 7-7:50P $144/174
12198 6/13-7/25 Tu 6-6:50P $144/174
12199 8/8-9/12 Tu 7-7:50P $144/174
No Class: 5/9,7/4
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 14 years old. No retractable leashes allowed.
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12202 6/13-7/25 Tu 8-8:50P $144/174
No Class: 4/4
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. Purebred or mixed breed, every dog can learn the fundamentals for Rally. Dogs must have strong heeling skills to take this course. In rally an enthusiastic attitude and wagging tail are as important as precision. In fact, handlers are not only allowed to, but encouraged to positively reinforce their dogs during the competition with verbal praise, petting and even food rewards! Dogs and handlers should both appear to be enjoying the work and each other’s company. No retractable leashes allowed.
Age :14+
Instructor : Trotter, Ashlee Activity#
12016 4/25-6/6 Tu 8-8:50P $144/174
12203 8/8-9/12 Tu 8-8:50P $144/174
No Class: 5/9
Creative Paws
Creative Paws, Inc. was founded in 2001 by Ashlee Trotter, BS, CPDT-KA, and provides group classes and private lessons for dog obedience training and behavior problems. Ashlee holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from Michigan State University. Prior to pursuing her dog training interests she honed her skills of positive reinforcement training while working with zoo animals at facilities in the Midwest. She has been recognized for several years as a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator by the American Kennel Club, as well as a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) by the Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers, an affiliate organization of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and the first organization to offer a national standard for trainer certification.
Your Dog’s Guru - Dog Obedience Puppy Class
8 weeks to 6 months. Learn how to help transition your dog from being a sweet puppy to the faithful dog you’ve always wanted. This class will teach you the reasoning behind a puppy’s thought process as well as the prevention of and response to unwanted behavior. You will learn the techniques of using body language to communicate to your puppy what is acceptable and what is not. Other essential puppy how-tos will be provided such as basic grooming, simple, commands and vet visits. Teaching your puppy should not be time-consuming or painful. This class will teach you the best ways to train your dog while still living your life. Beginning the socialization process during puppyhood ensures that your dog will more likely grow to be well adjusted and highly adaptable to other dogs, people and situations.
Age: 14+
Activity#
Instructor: Jayko, Michael
12001 4/5-5/17 W 10:30-11:30A $144/174
12224 6/7-7/19 W 10:30-11:30A $144/174
No Class: 5/10,7/5
Your Dog’s Guru - Dog Obedience Adult Class
All Ages. You may have heard the expression, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” There is always hope of teaching your dog new tricks, it just requires forming some new habits. Learn the basic commands of sit, down, stay, heel and come. Solve some of the common issues or problems that you have with your dog. This class will teach you how to effectively train your dog while maintaining your lifestyle. If you begin to think like your dog and understand the proper communication, your dog will eventually become an extension of you.
Grade: 14+
Activity#
Dog Obedience
Your Dog’s Guru
Your Dog’s Guru - Dog Obedience Beginner Agility
All Ages. For dogs that are well-behaved off-leash. This class is mainly for fun and exercise with your dog. Mellow out your high-energy dog on walks with the extra workout techniques you will learn. Agility training can also help more insecure dogs build confidence through learning how to overcome things that might seem “scary” (i.e. obstacles, jumps, etc.). Not only is this class a great form of physical activity, it also builds trust between you and your dog as you are there to assure them through obstacles. Almost everything taught in the agility class can be easily translated to your daily walks.
Age : 14+ Instructor : Jayko, Michael
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12005 4/6-5/18 Th 10:30-11:30A $144/174
12225 6/5-7/17 M 10:30-11:30A $144/174
No Class: 5/11, 7/3
Your Dog’s Guru - Dog Obedience
Advanced Agility
All Ages. For dogs that are well-behaved off-leash. This class is mainly for fun and exercise with your dog. Dogs must have either taken Beginner Agility class or prove to be proficient on all of the agility equipment.
Age: 14+ Instructor: Jayko, Michael
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12007 4/6-5/18 Th 11:45-12:45P $120/150
12226 6/5-7/17 M 12-1P $120/150
No Class: 5/11,7/3
Instructor: Jayko, Michael
12003 4/5-5/17 W 11:45-12:45P $144/174
12223 6/7-7/19 W 12-1P $144/174
No Class: 5/10,7/5
Michael “The Dog Guru” Jayko
With 25 years of dog training experience, Michael has witnessed and worked with almost every aspect in the field of dog behavior including competition obedience, agility, tracking, scent discrimination, police dogs, behavior modification, diabetic alert dogs and guide dog training. With a Bachelor’s Degree in the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Michael combines human and dog psyches to create a successful bond between the dog and its handler.
Ceramics
Fine Arts
Kid’s Claytime
Small hands have big ideas. Let’s build them! We will try throwing on the wheel, learn how to coil and slab build, and combine them for maximum creativity.
Age : 7 - 10
Instructor : Jill Hurwitz
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12122 4/5-6/7 W 4-5:30P $234/279
12209 6/14-8/2 W 4-5:30P $182/217
No Class: 5/10,7/5
Wheel 4 Kids
Learn to throw on the potter’s wheel. This class will teach young students how to center, shape, trim, decorate and glaze their unique clay masterpieces. No experience is necessary.
Age : 8 - 12
Adult Ceramics
Learn how to create decorative and functional pieces such as bowls, mugs, vases, trays and sculptures. Try various clay techniques such as pinching, coiling, slab rolling, carving, stamping, screen printing, sgraffito and slip decoration. Create beautiful pieces that will be fired, glazed and ready to take home and enjoy. No experience is necessary!
Age: 15+
Instructor : Jill Hurwitz
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12126 4/8-6/10 Sa 9:45-11:15A $234/279
12212 6/24-8/5 Sa 9:45-11:15A $182/217
No Class: 5/6
Advanced Junior Ceramics
For the maturing maker, this class will focus on developing student ideas to create fulfilled objects from clay. Students will learn hand building techniques such as slab, coil and pinching as well as throwing on the wheel to form a repertoire of construction techniques useful throughout the artist’s career. Unstructured play and exploration of materials and techniques are highly encouraged!
Age: 11 - 15
Instructor: Jill Hurwitz
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12124 4/6-6/8 Th 4-6P $216/256
12211 6/15-8/3 Th 4-6P $189/224
No Class: 5/4, 5/11,7/6
Instructor: Jill Hurwitz
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12120 4/4-6/6 Tu 7-9:30P $279/333 12210 6/13-8/1 Tu 6:30-9P $217/259
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Ceramics - All Levels
From a lump of clay to finished vessel, all the steps of centering, shaping, trimming, decorating and glazing are covered during the semester. All adults are welcome : from complete novice through more experienced. Beginners concentrate on making, decorating and glazing basic forms both functional or non-functional. Students with previous experience may advance at their own pace, learning more complex forms and glazing techniques.
Age : 18+
Instructor : Jennifer Thoem
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12219 6/7-6/28 W 9:30A-12P $124/148
Fine Arts Sewing/Arts
Sewing
Fashion Sewing Techniques
Combine the basic techniques of hand sewing and machine sewing in this 8 week course. You’ll learn basic stitch techniques by hand and you’ll learn how to use the sewing machine. By the end of the class, you will have completed at least two different projects, one by hand and one by machine. Sewing supplies, including fabric, thread, needles, and pins, will be provided. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items on their own.
Age : 8 - 13
Activity#
Instructor : Taylor Ioannou
12029 4/4-5/30 Tu 4:15-5:15P $176/208 12204 6/20-8/1 Tu 4:45-5:45P $132/156
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Fashion Sewing Techniques 2
This class is a continuation of Fashion Sewing Techniques. Students will continue to learn about the sewing machine and they will learn about pattern production. By the end of this course students will have completed at least one apparel project on the sewing machine, such as a shirt, pants, vest, etc. This class is perfect for students looking to advance their sewing skills. Sewing supplies, including fabric, thread, needles, and pins, will be provided. Students may choose to purchase additional specialty items on their own. Skill Level: (must have completed Fashion Sewing Techniques or know how to use the sewing machine)
Age : 8 - 13
Activity#
Instructor : Taylor Ioannou
12031 4/4-5/30 Tu 5:30-6:30P $224/264 12205 6/20-8/1 Tu 6-7P $168/198
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Adult Sewing - From Patterns to Production
In this adult sewing class, you’ll learn the basics of clothing patterns and production. You will have the opportunity to brush-up on hand stitches and review the sewing machine. By the end of the course, you will have created an article of clothing of your choice. This is the ideal class for a beginner or advanced sewer. If students have their own sewing machines, they are encouraged to bring it. If not, sewing machines will be provided. Basic sewing materials will be provided; but students will need to purchase their own patterns and fabric.
Age : 18+
Activity#
Other Arts
Exploring Camera Phone Photography
LEARN HANDY SHOOTING & EDITING TIPS USING YOUR CAMERA PHONE. Now more than ever, the smart phone camera is a convenient high quality lens used to easily take and edit terrific photos, plus seamlessly print or publish digitally. This fun class will be a game changer in enhancing your every day phone camera images. Enjoy learning many helpful shooting & editing tips that will enhance your images for personal and professional use. Bring your charged smartphone to class!
Age : 14+
Instructor : Kerri Sherman Activity#
The Joy of Creativity: Stories, Art & Play
Stories, Art & Play is a preschool/kindergarten program where children use a variety of mixed-media materials to create their individual expressive artwork. At the beginning of each class students have the opportunity to free draw from their own imagination. A story is read from a wonderfully illustrated children?s book to begin each lesson. Famous artists are also introduced along with materials and the creative process begins. In this mixed media class, we will use watercolors, tempera paint, oil pastels and more! This open ended art curriculum celebrates individuality and free expression. A new project every week!
Ages : 4 - 6
Activity#
Instructor : Taylor Ioannou
12033 4/4-5/30 Tu 6:45P-8:15P $224/264
No Class: 5/9
No Class: 5/11
Instructor : Carole Pearlman
9:30-11:30A $280/336
Dance
Fantasy, Ballet, Hula
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.
More Dance Classes
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 insturctor will not change diapers. This camp meets one cay a week for two hours. You may sign up for as many days as you wish. Please bring a small snack to class, we will provide water during snack time.
Age : 3 - 6
Hula Dance for Keiki (children)
This class is for young children interested in the beauty and gracefulness of Hawaiian dance. This class will provide an introduction to rhythm combined with hula basics and songs. Participants will learn basic steps, hip movement, and how to coordinate hand and feet motions. Participants will also learn terminology, songs and Hawaiian dances in order for students to have a better understanding of the Polynesian culture..
Age : 6 - 9
Instructor : Gwendolyn Britt
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
12146 6/12-7/24 M 9:30-11:30A $202/242
12147 6/13-7/25 Tu 9:30-11:30A $202/242
12148 6/14-7/26 W 12:45-2:45P $236/283
12149 6/16-7/28 F 9:30-11:30A $236/283
No Class: 7/4
Instructor : Kristina Mosbo
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 12155 6/12-7/24 M 4-5P $172/206
Other Dance Types
Jazz/Hip Hop Workshop
This workshop will be centered around Jazz technique and fundamentals. Students will work on developing coordination and an understanding of basic technical skills, as well incorporating both Jazz and Hip Hop choreography. No previous experience necessary.
Age : 5 - 8
Instructor : Meghann Mueller Activity#
4/8-4/8 Sa 4-5:30P $37/44
5/13-5/13 Sa 4-5:30P $37/44
Musical Theatre Dance
Monica O’Connor teaches a spectacularly fun class that includes strengthening, toning, dance technique and fabulous choreography drawn from our rich American Musical Theater history, including shows such as Chicago, Chorus Line, Lion King, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls. Learn audition skills and a variety of dance styles used in Musical Theater. Come try this fantastic class
Age : All Ages Instructor : Monica O’Connor
6/21-7/26 W 5:30-6:45P $174/209
Hawaiian Hula Workshop
Join us for a fun Hawaiian Cultural Program with Malama (Sheri Winkelmann) designed for children ages 4-8. In this workshop children will begin by learning some authentic fun Hawaiian words, followed by a demonstration and opportunity to play authentic Hula Kahiko instruments. Then the children will learn the basic steps of Hula, where the feet keep the rhythmn, and the hands tell the story. After the Hula basics are taught, children will see a performance of the Hukilau Hula Dance performed by the instructor, and then learn the full dance. (Hula skirts will be provided for the workshop, but not to keep). The workshop concludes with a fun games designed around a Hawaiian theme! Learn Hawaiian culture from a professional Hula Dancer who trained in the art of ‘Hula Kahiko’, and danced at Waimea Falls State Park on Oahu, Hawaii, as well as training with Hawaiian cultural treasure, ‘Halau O Kekui’ on the Big Island. Please bring an individual snack (peanut free).
Age : 4 - 8 Instructor : Sheri Winkelmann
Annual Recital Rehearsal
Saturday, May 20, 2017
2:30–5:00 p m
Main Recital
Sunday, May 21, 2017 3:00 p m
Excluding Fantasy Dance, Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Tiny Tap
Mini Recital Rehearsal
Rehearsal will take place on the last day of class .
Mini Recital
Saturday, May 20, 2017 10am
Includes: Tiny Tot Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Tiny Tap
*Please be advised that recital costume cost is included in the Winter tuition.
Everyone who registers receives a costume regardless of performing in the recital. This fee is nonrefundable.
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 warm-up, 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
Clothing
Don’t forget the Community House now sells all of your dancewear needs. Please call Patti Ruiz, Early Childhood Supervisor @ 847-446-7615 for store hours.
Required Dance Attire
» Fantasy Dance and Tiny Tot Ballet: Leotard, tights, ballet slippers or bare feet
» Ballet: Leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers
» Jazz: Leotard and jazz shoes
» Tap: Leotard and tap shoes
» Hip Hop: Comfortable clothing
» Lyrical: Leotard, tights, ballet slippers or bare feet
Please be advised that proper attire is required for all classes. Cost of the attire is not included in tuition.
Dance Dance Adult Dance
The Art of Bellydance
Women have been practicing the art of ‘Danse Orientale’ for thousands of years, orginating out of a practical need to build strenth and assist in easy delivery for childbirth. Today, it has been transformed into a senuous art form that builds strength as well as flexibility, specifically designed for the feminine frame. This beginning class will focus on teaching the overall basic foundational movements of Bellydance, where every muscle group is isolated to give exciting emphasis and musicality to the movement. A hip scarf is recommended. Students will build each week with the dance technique and complete each class with fun, short routines incorporating the new moves taught each week. A fabulous workout, and a great way to connect with a community of sister Goddesses! An outing for tea/coffee after the last class will be organized.
Instructor : 18+
Instructor : Sheri Winkelmann Activity#
12220 4/13-5/25 Th 10-11:30A $150/180
No Class: 5/11
Adult Broadway Dance
Monica O’Connor teaches a spectacularly fun class that includes strengthening, toning and fabulous choreography drawn from our rich American Musical history, including favorite shows such as: Chicago, Chorus Line, Lion King, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls.... No dance experience necessary, just be ready to have fun and get strong! Come try this fantastic class. You will dance through the rest of your day!
Age : 18+
Instructor : Monica O’Connor Activity#
Time M/NM 12105 4/4-5/30 Tu 9:30-10:45A $232/278 12190 6/20-7/25 Tu 9:30-10:45A $145/170
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Music
Piano Lessons
Learn how to play piano 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 behind piano as well as the fundamentals. All ages are welcome. Lessons are 30 minutes long. Students will be contacted by the instructor to arrange a time
Age : 4+
Instructor : Top Note Music Academy
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11978 4/17-6/5 M 3-8P $259/301
11981 4/19-6/7 W 3-8P $259/301
12214 6/12-8/21 M 3-8P $370/430
12215 6/14-8/23 W 3-8P $370/430
No Class: 5/8,5/10,7/3,7/5
ROCK-STAR
Let your child become a Rock Star! Each week, your child will learn about different rock/pop instruments such as guitar (acoustic & electric), electric bass, keyboards, violin, drums and percussion, as well as voice (using a microphone). Our fun “hands-on” approach will give your child a strong musical foundation, learning the theory behind music as well as the fundamentals. Our philosophy is to teach music 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 instruments they would really like to learn.
Age : 4 - 7 Instructor : Top Note Music Academy Activity#
11975 4/18-6/6 Tu 4-4:45P $168/196
12213 6/13-8/22 Tu 4-4:45P $240/280
No Class: 5/9,7/4
Performing Arts
Guitar Jumpstart!
Get playing with a program designed to get you playing fast. Instructor Brandon Seyferth has taught guitar in the north shore for over ten years. Individuals accepted. Groups of similar experience are accepted. Please bring your own guitar. All ages are welcome.
This class is for beginner to advanced guitarists of all ages. Students of this course have learned: lead guitar, rhythm guitar, singing while playing, songwriting, improvising, how to figure out songs by ear, and much more! Students of this course have learned styles ranging from Pop, to Rock, Blues, Folk, Classical, Bossa Nova, Flamenco, and beyond. Let an experienced and versatile instructor guide you to reaching your musical goals. Trial lessons can be arranged upon request. 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.
Age : 7 - 17
Instructor : Brandon Seyferth
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 11986 3/22-5/31 W 3:30-9P $306/360 12218 6/7-8/23 W 3:30-9P $374/440
No Class: 3/29, 5/10,7/5
Performing Arts
Theater, Magic, Music
Rock Band Jumpstart!
Do you and your friends want to play in a band? Join Rock Band Jumstart! Instructor, Brandon Seyferth has performed with and opened for acts including Jackson Browne and Jimmy Chamberlin (Smashing Pumpkins). Sign up with a few friends, no matter the instrument. Must bring your own instrument.Prerequisites: must have had six months of lessons or equivalent experience to sign up.
Age : 10 - 17
Instructor : Brandon Seyferth
Magic
Magic Workshop
Are you ready to amaze all your friends? Now is your chance to learn incredible magic! This one-day workshop will teach children how to perform amazing magic tricks. The tricks are designed to be perfect for all ages. Following the class, the children will be putting on shows and amazing audiences with their new magical skills. Each class teaches new tricks, so be sure to sign up for multiple classes. In addition to just learning the tricks, children will be given their very own magic kit to take home. Space is limited!
Age : 5 - 12
Instructor : Gary Kantor
11984 5/1 M 5-5:55P
Theater
Summer on Stage
Come perform, learn, celebrate, and play! This unique camp offers a combination of outdoor play, creative play, storytelling, theater dramatics, and educational experiences for children ages four to six years of age. Each two week camp will have a new show with lessons, activities, and play based on the musical. Each camp culminates with parents invited to a mini show.
Age : 4-6
Instructor : Skyline Studios Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
101 Dalmations
12021 6/12-6/23 M-F 9:15-11:45A $300/360
The Jungle Book 12022 7/10-7/21 M-F 9:15-11:45A $300/360
Alice in Wonderland 12023 7/24-8/4 M-F 9:15-11:45A $300/360
Summer on Broadway Stars: 101 Dalmations
Take your theatre experience to the next level! Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in 101 Dalmations! 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 101 Dalmations.! Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. This three week summer program includes preparing a spectacular show for family and friends. Highlights of the summer program include: audition technique, stage vs. film auditioning, prop and costume design, vocal technique, improvisation, discovering choreography, set and lighting design, directing and much, much more.
Age :7-12
Instructor :Skyline Studios Activity#
1-3P $450/540
Summer Juniors - 101 Dalmations
Our actors and actresses will explore the signing and dancing adventures of this classic story! All actors involved in this program will rehearse daily to learn songs, scenes, and dances from 101 Dalmations! 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, June 30th at 4:30
Age :5-7
Instructor : Skyline Studios
Summer Stars: 101 Dalmations
Take your theatre experience to the next level! Join Skyline Studios and let your creativity take flight in 101 Dalmations! 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 101 Dalmations.! Each cast member will receive a script for practice at home. All actors involved in this program will have a chance to perform on stage. The ensemble will present their show on Friday, July 21st at 6:30 pm.
Age : 7-12
Instructor : Skyline Studios
Book by Michael Stewart Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder Original Production Directed and Choreographed by Gower Champion Produced for the Broadway Stage by David Merrick and Champion Five, Inc.
THUR April 27 FRI April 28 SAT April 29 SUN April 30 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 12:30 & 4:00 p.m. 1:00 & 4:00 p.m.
Martial Arts
Participants are carefully initiated into this karate which focuses on alertness of mind, self-control and mental strategies to meet life challenges. Traditional Karate is a martial art which emphasizes the principles and applications of a weaponless self-defense through the use of total body dynamics and mental discipline. Students will constantly strive for technical excellence and enhancement of ones character. The following items are optional and will incur additional costs: uniforms, belt tests and tournaments. Belt Ranking System: There are 11 belt levels (kyu) before first-degree black belt (shodan). A new student is assigned the white belt rank (eleventh kyu). Students must fulfill certain requirements under normal practice conditions and in a test environment to secure progressive promotions up to and including the black belt (dan) levels. When a student has acquired a strong foundation in the fundamentals of Karate, he or she can be promoted to the rank of firstdegree black belt. The following items are optional and will incur additional costs: uniforms, belt tests, and tournaments.
Students may also enroll in the second half of the current Winter/Spring 2017 Session (April 6-June 24).
Please contact Jeff Wahl, Athletic Supervisor for details and pricing.
Pee Wee Karate
Pee Wee Karate Students learn how to control their energy levels and concentration through study of fundamental Karate principles. Participants will learn how to follow instructions and exercise self control in a fun and exciting environment.
Age : 4 - 6
Instructor : Chrzanowski, Frank,Ron Stein
11919 4/6-6/15 Tu Th 3:40P-4:10P $378/462
Introduction to Karate
This class will introduce students with little or no karate experience to the traditional martial art of Karate.
Frank Chrzanowski, chief instructor, developed the Traditional Karate Program for the Winnetka Community House in 1989. He has trained in Karate since 1975 and has attained the rank of fourth degree black belt in the Japan Karate Association. He has been featured in articles in the Chicago Tribune, the Sun Times and the Pioneer Press, and has appeared on local and national television programs.
Ron Stein Ron Stein has taught karate around the world including Japan, where he lived for many years. He has been a local, regional and national karate champion and has appeared in the press, on radio and television locally, nationally and internationally. Celebrating 27 Years at WCH
Martial Arts
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. Classes are taught under the direction of G. Master Ki Hong Kim (Ninth Dan Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters). A $45 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through the KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gear.
Instructor : Oriental Arts Training Center No Class: 5/10
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
Age : 7+
Activity# Date Day Time
11917 4/5-6/7 W 7:35-8:25P $144/171
12180 6/14-8/23 W 7:35P-8:25P $154/176
Little Dragons, Beginner - Yellow Belt
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.
Age: 4 - 5
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
Beginner-Yellow Belt
11832 4/5-6/7 W 4-4:40P $144/171
12174 6/14-8/23 W 4-4:40P $154/176 Orange Belt & Up
11912 4/5-6/7 W 4:40-5:20P $144/171
12175 6/14-8/23 W 4:40P-5:20P $154/176
Early Taekwondo
Designed especially for younger children, this program helps kids develop conditioning, coordination, listening skill and self-confidence through creative activities.White/Yellow/Orange/Green Belt
Age : 6 - 7
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM White/Yellow/Orange/Green 11913 4/5-6/7 W 5:20-6:05P $144/171 12176 6/14-8/23 W 5:20-6:05P $154/176
Purple & up 11914 4/5-6/7 W 6:05-6:50P $144/171 12177 6/14-8/23 W 6:05-6:50P $154/176
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.
Age : 8 - 13
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM Purple & Up 11916 4/5-6/7 W 6:50-7:35P $144/171 12178 6/14-8/23 W 6:50-7:35P $154/176 White/Yellow/Orange/Green 11915 4/5-6/7 W 7:35-8:25P $144/171 12181 6/14-8/23 W 7:35-8:25P $154/176
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.
Age: 14+
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 11918 4/5-6/7 W 7:35-8:25P $144/171 12179 6/14-8/23 W 7:35-8:25P $154/176
Sports and Fitness
Tiny Tumbler Sports
This class introduces children to the basic fundamentals of sports. Participants will work on elements such as balance, kicking, throwing and catching. Adult assistance and participation is required.
Age : 1 - 3
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11886 4/6-6/8 Th 10:30-11:15A $176/208
No Class: 5/4, 5/11
Adult-Tot Sports
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skills activities focus on hand/eye and hand/foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are provided to help guide your child through an introduction to organized sports.
Age : 2 - 4
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11885 4/6-6/8 Th 9:45-10:30A $176/208
No Class: 5/4, 5/11
Little Legends Soccer Academy (‘Born to Kick’)
Little Legends Soccer Academy presents its newest program in town: Born To Kick. It is a unique program designed to meet a child’s mental and physical development needs. Soccer is used as a vehicle to emphasize/introduce visual learning at a young age. The program is offered to toddlers from 24 months to 35 months old. Parental participation is mandatory and very important for the outcome of this program. Born To Kick creates the opportunity for children to experience body awareness, increase their vocabulary, learn about numbers, shapes, forms, textures, colors and explore their surroundings in a safe environment.
Age : Instructor : Little Legends Soccer Academy
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11879 4/3-5/22 M 10-10:45A $120/144
No Class: 5/8
Toddler Soccer
Young children develop motor skills while having fun running and kicking just like the big kids! Parents and tots work together in this class to learn the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking will all be emphasized. A variety of activities designed around the game of soccer will be played each week.
Age : 2 - 3
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11877 4/5-6/7 W 9:45-10:30A $198/234
No Class: 5/10
Early Childhood
Clay then Play/Play then Clay
Interested in sports and ceramics but can’t make up your mind about what to do this fall? Try both! Spend 45 minutes in our gymnasium playing recreational games such as soccer, basketball, kickball and more. Through teamwork and sportsmanship we offer a nurturing atmosphere for learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports. Next, students visit the ceramics studio for 45 minutes working on creative projects that have sports intertwined. This is a great opportunity to develop both large and small motor skills in a fun environment.
Clay Then Play
Age : 4 - 6
Activity#
Instructors : Hot Shots Sports, Jenifer Thoem
11867 4/7-6/9 F 9:15-10:45A $248/296
Play Then Clay
Activity#
11868 4/7-6/9 F 9:15-10:45A $248/296
No Class (Clay then Play & Play then Clay): 4/14, 5/5
Fit 4 Kids: Pre-Fit
The little ones have a blast in this active class. We will be playing many types of games, yoga, sports, obstacle courses and much more. Not only do they have a great time, but they will be enhancing their coordination and social skills as well. Join certified youth fitness trainer Coach Steve for a fun filled active experience.
Age : 3 - 5
Instructor : Kogen, Steve
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11896 4/3-6/5 M 10-11A $144/176
11882 4/5-6/7 W 9:30-10:30A $162/198
11891 4/7-6/9 F 1-2P $162/198
No Class: 5/5, 5/8, 5/10, 5/29
Full Day of Play
Designed to socialize children to a full day of kindergarten, the Full Day of Play program provides for pick up from both the bus stop out front and Winnetka Community Nursery school next door, so there?s no need to pick up!!! Using our innovative Sports School curriculum, players will learn about traditional sports as well as sports history. Players will review health, fitness and have time for a snack. Each week at least two to three sports will be reviewed.
Age : 3 - 5 Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11875 4/4-6/6 Tu 11:30-2:45P $486/585
11887 4/6-6/8 Th 11:30-2:45P $432/520
Gym Drop-In - Tot Time
Are you looking for a place to meet new friends and have your toddler exercise and run-off their energy? Tot Time is the place to do it. We have a bouncy house, hoops, balls, scooters and much more for your child to use. Participants must wear gym shoes. Parents must remain with children.
Age : Infant - 5yr
Date : 4/5-6/7 (No Meeting: 5/10)
Time : 11:15A-12:45P
Day: Wed.
Fee : $5 first child, $1 each additional
Sports and Fitness
Pre-K and Early Childhood
Hot Shots Sports Enrichment
Extend your child’s day with a fun filled enrichment class focused on introducing your child to the wonderful world of sports! Kids will play interactive games that will enhance motor skills, social skills, and develop self esteem as they learn the fundamental techniques of all the sports. The class also has the added benefit of getting your child ready for the rigors of Full Day kindergarten. Different sports will be played on different days for participants registering for multiple enrichment programs! Nursery School pick up is available for participants taking enrichment programs next door! No need to get them, we?ll take care of the transportation.
Age : 3 - 5
: Hot Shots
11958 4/4-6/6 Tu 1:15-2:15P $243/288 11959 4/5-6/7 W 1:15-2:15P $243/288 11960 4/6-6/8 Th 1:15-2:15P $216/256
No Class: 5/4, 5/9, 5/10,5/11
Little Legends Soccer Academy
This youth soccer program from Little Legends Soccer Academy is especially for children aged 3 years old with no soccer playing experience who want to learn week by week. This micro program introduces new skills and techniques that are designed for the younger child. This program features visual learning and fundamentals of soccer like passing, receiving, playing small-sided games and developing vital motor skills. Toddlers have very active brains and their motor functions are developing quickly. This is why this program is so very important to the growth and development of a toddler.
Age : 3 Instructor : Little Legends Soccer Academy
No Class: 5/8
Sports and Fitness
Early Childhood
Sports and More
Learn the basic skills of America’s most popular sports: Football, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Hockey and more. Players will learn how to work together and be good teammates, as well as learn discipline and build self-esteem.
Age : 3 - 5 Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11872
11878
11889
4/3-6/5 M 1-1:45P $176/208
4/5-6/7 W 10:30-11:15A $198/234
4/7-6/9 F 10:45-11:30A $198/234
11893 4/7-6/9 F 2:45-3:30P $198/234
No Class: 5/5, 5/8, 5/10, 5/29
Sports School
This interactive program is designed to help integrate Pre-K and half day Kindergartners to the experience of a full day of school. The program will consist of physical activity, story time geared around sports stories, a small snack and nap time, tumbling and gymnastics, as well as lessons about the body and nutrition. The program is tailored for kids to socialize in an athletic setting focused on teamwork and fun. Participants enrolled in the afternoon program at Winnetka Community Nursery School will be provided a chaperoned escort by the coaches to their classes once Sports School ends. Come ready to play and learn in this one-of-akind class!
Age : 3 - 6
11874 4/4-6/6
Triple Play
This class features three sports: soccer, floor hockey and basketball. Participants develop skills associated with each sport and have opportunities to use these skills in game situations. Emphasis is placed on skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Age : 3 - 5
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11941 4/3-6/5 M 1:45-2:45P $216/256
No Class: 5/5, 5/8, 5/29
3Point Little Hoopers
These 45 minute clinics are an introduction to basic basketball for the beginner. Classes will provide a comfortable and fun group environment as participants learn the fundamentals of the sport with an emphasis on dribbling and ball handling. 3Point’s engaging staff will emphasize activities that help develop basic motor skills, hand-eye coordination and following directions. Each participant will receive a Little Hoopers shirt.
Age : 4 - 6 Instructor : 3Point Athletics
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11870 4/7-6/9 F 1-1:45P $207/252
No Class: 5/5
Hot Shots Sports Intro to Gymnastics
This introductory course will expose participants to the basics of gymnastics, working on balance and how to control their core and form. Participants will learn on how to properly invert themselves and do so in a safe a controlled manner, while also working on basic technique. The will be no specific focus on any one aspect of gymnastics, but a broad study of what it takes to be a gymnast. Join Today!
Age : 4 - 6
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
Activity# Date Day Time M/NM
11968 4/5-6/7 W 3:45-4:30P $198/234
No Class: 5/10
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
9-11:15A $414/495 11884 4/5-6/7 W 12:45-3P $414/495
No Class: 5/9,5/10
Sports and Fitness
Early Childhood
Junior Soccer Academy-Premier
The JSA’s Premier level is the top level of classes for your young soccer star. In this class, players develop a close familiarity with the ball and learn the importance of always having it under control. By the end of class your child will learn about landing on their shooting foot, precision shots vs. power shots, trapping the ball in the air and field awareness.
Age : 4 - 6
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11850 4/7-6/9 F 3:45-4:30P $198/234
No Class: 5/5
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.
Age : 4 - 6
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11871 4/3-6/5 M 11:30A-1P $304/368
11890 4/7-6/9 F 11:30A-1P $342/414
No Class: 5/8, 5/29,5/5
Hot Shots Sports Summer Camp!
Join us for our annual Summer Camp where kids participate in a stimulating and competitive environment. 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.
Our basketball clinic will help the beginner and advanced basketball player. Each week will cater to a different fundamental basketball skill. These skills include Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, Rebounding, and Defense. We will also teach proper teamwork and sportsmanship which is vital to becoming a strong basketball player. Our professional staff has worked with kids of all ages and skill levels. We take great pride in personal attention and hands on teaching. There will be many fun games and prizes throughout the clinic. We will also develop how to play in 5 on 5 games while using proper spacing and teamwork. We will also teach the rules of the game. Our goal is that each player comes out with a better understanding of how to play basketball and develop the fundamental basketball skills necessary to excel at the game.
Age : K - 1st
: Hoops4Health
No Class: 5/4 ,5/9, 5/11
Hoops4Health Little Ballers Summer Basketball Camp
Our Little Ballers Summer Camp features fundamental basketball skill training, 5 on 5 Tournament, contests, prizes, awards, and much more. Each camp week will also feature a special guest who are professionals in their field of Nutrition, Tai-Chi, Yoga, and Fitness Training. The Hoops4Health Staff will be building the skills necessary to become a better player. We will also teach proper teamwork and sportsmanship which is vital to becoming a strong basketball player. Our professional staff has worked with kids of all ages and skill levels. We take great pride in personal attention and hands on teaching. At the end of each camp week, awards will be given out for including MVP, Defensive Player, Sportsmanship, and Most Improved. Have you child spend the summer time with Hoops4Health and become a better basketball player while having a lot of fun!
Grade: k - 1st Instructor: Hoops4Health
No Class: 7/4
Youth
Sports and Fitness
Early Childhood
Triple Play
This class features three sports: soccer, floor hockey and basketball. Participants develop skills associated with each sport and have opportunities to use these skills in game situations. Emphasis is placed on skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Age : 6 - 8
Activity#
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11851 4/7-6/9 F 4:30-5:30P $252/306
No Class: 5/5
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.
Age : 7+
Activity#
Instructor : Midwest Fencing Academy
11901 4/19-6/7 W 5-6P $280/336
12168 6/14-7/19 W 5-6P $200/240
12183 7/26-8/30 W 5-6P $240/288
No Class: 5/10,7/5
Hot Shots Sports Gymnastics 101
This intermediate class will work great for both beginners and those with a solid foundation of gymnastics form and technique. Participants will focus on developing control and balance while learning more advanced concepts on how to control the body during handstands, handsprings, and cartwheels. Kids will be exposed to a general knowledge of all the different events involved in gymnastics, and how each event requires a different skill set.
Age : 7 - 9
Activity#
Instructor : Hot Shots Sports
11971 4/5-6/7 W 4:30-5:30P $243/288
No Class: 5/10
Teens and Adults
Pilates: Beginner
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, precis ion, breath and flow, we teach you about the mechanics of movement, allowing you to develop and maintain a healthy and graceful body.
Age : 14+
Instructor : Betts, Nicole
No Class: 5/8, 5/10, 5/29, 7/3, 7/5
Pilates: 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, precis ion, breath and flow, we teach you about the mechanics of movement, allowing you to develop and maintain a healthy and graceful body.
Age : 14+
Instructor : Betts, Nicole Activity# Date Day Time M/NM 11881 4/3-6/7 M W 9-9:45A $323/391 12171 6/12-8/23 M W 9-9:45A $380/460
No Class: 5/8, 5/10, 5/29,7/3, 7/5
Open Gym
Enjoy a pick-up game of basketball with your friends, meet new people and have fun. Our backboards and rims are adjustable from eight to ten feet so all ages and skill levels are welcome. Locker rooms and showers are available. Times are subject to change. Check the posted schedule, or call for times and directions.
Daily Fee: $5 (Free with Fitness Centre membership)
April 2-September 3
Sunday 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Closed April 16 & May 7
Fitness Centre
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 5:30AM-9PM
Saturday 7AM-6PM Sunday 7AM-6PM (847) 446-1994
Winnetka Community House Fitness Centre offers the highest quality of fitness programs on the North Shore. Our facility features exercise equipment to meet all of your fitness needs. Adjacent to the gymnasium, this air conditioned facility is complete with locker, shower and steam rooms for men and women. Our professional staff, in conjunction with our full-service facility, will help you achieve your optimal level of fitness.
Amenities
» Concept II Rowing Machines
» Cybex Arc Trainers
» Free Weight Equipment
» Gymnasium
» Helix Lateral Trainers
» LifeCycles
» LifeFitness Cross-Trainers
» LifeFitness Strength Training Equipment
» Locker Rooms with Steam Rooms
» Precor EFX Elliptical Trainers/AMTs
» Spinning Bikes
» StairMasters/StepMills
» Treadmills
Strength Equipment!
Winnetka Community House Fitness Centre has recently been outfitted with new stateof-the-art LifeFitness strength equipment which will allow your workouts to be more effective and enjoyable. Along with the upgraded the equipment, the lower level has been re-designed to create more open space for functional training to perform dynamic movement, agility, and balance exercises more comfortably and effectively. To learn more about functional training exercises, consider working with one of our personal trainers.
Personal Training
Serious athletes have long used personal trainers to enhance their performance in competition. Celebrities hire personal trainers to keep them stay in shape. But the people who benefit most from personal training are ordinary men and women seeking to be stronger and function more effectively in their everyday lives.
Working with a trainer, anyone can achieve their fitness goals—goals as modest as touching your toes again or as ambitious as preparing to run a marathon. Whether you want to lose weight, regain flexibility, develop speed or simply feel good again, personal training is an activity that you will continue to reap benefits in years to come.
Our personal trainers’ main objectives are to assist, guide and educate those who wish to experience a greater ease and physical ability in their lives.
Registration is by appointment only.
» $70/hour for Fitness Centre members
» $85/hour for non-members.
Jr. Fitness Centre Membership
Prerequisite: Completion of the Jr. Fitness Training Class. Upon successful completion of the Jr. Fitness Training Class, those ages 12-13 will be permitted to purchase a Membership (Youth Rates Apply).
Jr. Fitness Training Class
Those ages 12-13 may become Community House Fitness Centre members by completing a personalized training program with a personal trainer. The training program is a one hour session that will cover all aspects of membership including gym etiquette, proper warm up, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility and cool down. Once registered, you will be contacted by a Community House personal trainer to schedule your session.
» Ages 12-13
» $70 (Register in the Fitness Centre)
Body Composition Analysis
A computerized body composition analysis will indicate your percentage of body fat, lean body mass and the amount of water contained in your body. The test also includes caloric intake and exercise recommendations.
Registration by appointment only.
» $10 (Fitness Centre member)
» $15 (Non-member)
Tot Time
Are you looking for a place to meet new friends and have your toddler exercise and run-off their energy? Tot Time is the place to do it. We have a bouncy house, hoops, balls, scooters and much more for your child to use. Participants must wear gym shoes. Parents must remain with children.
Age : Infant - 5yr
Date: 1/4-6/7 (No Meetings: 3/29,5/10
Time: 11:15A-12:45P
Day: Wed.
Fee: $5 first child, $1 each additional
Open Gym
Enjoy a pick-up game of basketball with your friends, meet new people and have fun. Our backboards and rims are adjustable from eight to ten feet so all ages and skill levels are welcome. Locker rooms and showers are available. Times are subject to change. Check the posted schedule, or call for times and directions.
» Daily Fee: $5 (Free with Fitness Centre membership)
» Sundays: 10:30A-1P
» April 2 - Sept. 3
» Closed: April 16 and May 7
Free To Be Kids Childcare
A safe and comfortable environment for children while you attend the facility or classes at Winnetka Community House.
Fitness Centre Members Only
Ages 8 weeks and older Time Limit 90 minutes per visit
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 prepared 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, and current sessions. The current schedule is available at www.winnetkacommunityhouse.org/groupx
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by either phone or email, 847-446-1994 or wchgroupx@ winnetkacommunityhouse.org.
Group X Class Descriptions
ABSolute Sculpt
Arms/Shoulder Express
Cardio/Kickbox with Strength
Cardio Core
Cardio Interval with Strength
Cardio Pump
Core & Strength
Half & Half
Intervals
Pilates
Pilates Core Plus
Pilates Stretch
Strength
Total Body Conditioning
Vinyasa Yoga
WERQ
Half abs, half body sculpt, low impact.
Fast paced 30 minute class using mat and ball work.
High energy, high impact blend of kicks and punches.
Burn. Cardio core is a unique class designed to keep one’s metabolism high during a high-intensity class that will allow participants to burn calories, sweat (a lot) and engage one’s core continually.
We alternate no-impact kickboxing with Tabata intervals with hand weights for a full-body workout.
45 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of strength, 10 minutes of stretching.
Focus is on strengthening the entire body through core exercises.
Cardio and strength.
Combination of strength and cardio exercises.
Core and stability training with enhanced breathing techniques.
Core and stability training with enhanced breathing techniques including circuit training.
Exercises using weights, tubing, fitness balls and floor work.
Muscular strength and endurance exercises that increase muscular endurance.
Flow through yoga poses, all skill levels welcome.
Dance fitness set to R&B and Hip Hop music.
Organizations
Tenant Organizations
Junior League Of Evanston-North Shore
(847) 441-0995
www.jle-ns.org
jle-ns@sbcglobal.net
The Junior League of Evanston-North Shore, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, 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.
The many important community projects that we support are made possible through fundraising events like our Designer Kitchens of the North Shore Kitchen Tour and Trivia Night, and our award-winning cookbook “It’s A Shore Thing”. In addition, for the past 75 years we have operated our Thrift House, a resale shop located at 920 Chicago Avenue in Evanston.
North Shore Art League
Where Arts, Learning and Community Come Together! (847) 446-2870
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 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.
North Shore Art League
Summer Art Camp 2017
Weekly sessions $185 from 6/12 thru 8/11
Morning Art Discovery Camp
9:00 - 11:00am ages 5-7
Afternoon Adventure Camp
1:00 - 3:00pm ages 8-11
Register for 1 week, 2 weeks or all 9 weeks. New projects each week – no repeats! Sign up online at:
Open Communities
(847) 501-5760
www.open-communities.org
info@open-communities.org
Open Communities is a leading voice for housing, economic and social justice in north suburban Chicago, working to promote inclusive communities that are welcoming to all. Founded in 1972, Open Communities spearheads The Justice Project: The March Continues, a campaign designed to motivate residents to get involved in making the northern suburbs inclusive places to live, work and play.
Programs include: fair housing education and discrimination investigation, foreclosure prevention housing counseling, Homesharing matching, landlord/tenant advice, immigrant leadership development, affordable housing advocacy and community organizing.
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 at www.winnetkacommunitynurseryschool.org.
Winnetka Youth Organization
(847)446-0443
INFO@winnetkayo.org
winnetkayo.org
The Winnetka Youth Organization, commonly known as “the YO”, is a nonprofit teen drop-in center located in the basement of the Winnetka Community House. We have been around since 1969, and serve as the only youth organization of its kind in Winnetka. Each year, the YO provides services to upwards of 1000 teens from this community. This includes recreational activities, music events, social service, diversity and education projects, and participation on the Youth Leadership Board.
The mission of the Winnetka Youth Organization is to foster individual development in junior high and high school youth in the North Shore by providing adult-to-youth mentoring, prevention services, and opportunities for leadership, citizenship, and, education within a safe, informal environment. Check out our website for more information or follow us on social media to stay informed on upcoming programs.
Civic Organizations
Life Source-Blood Drive
Karen Murphy - (877) 543-3768
Kmurphy@itxm.org
Each day, patients rely on the generosity of blood donors for life-threatening traumas, treatments, and illnesses.
The need is constant. Blood donors are a valued and significant life-line providing hope to those in need. Without volunteer donors LifeSource, Chicagoland’s blood center, would be unable to fulfill its life supporting mission and provide blood products to thousands of patients each year.
Winnetka Community Blood Drive
Saturday,March 18 and Saturday, June 17 8am-1pm
To schedule your appointment, log on to www. lifesource.org. Select Donate Blood and Make an appointment; Login and search by group code: WN98.
Remember to: have breakfast or lunch prior to donating blood,drink plenty of water, and bring identification with you.
Appointments Recommended; Walk-ins Welcome.
The Alliance For Early Childhood
(847) 441-9001
www.TheAllianceForEC.org
The Alliance promotes the healthy growth and development of children from birth to age 8 through resources and services for parents and early childhood professionals including Early Childhood, a biannual newsletter; professional development and networking; parenting classes and speakers; and promotion of child-initiated free play.
Winnetka-Northfield Rotary Club
(847) 446-0537
www.rotary6440.org/clubs/winnetka
One of 31,000 clubs around the world, with 1.2 million members. Rotary meets every Thursday, 12:15-1:30 p.m. for lunch and a program. Membership is composed of Winnetka and Northfield based business and professional leaders. Provides local and international service projects.
The Village Caucus is a non-partisan political forum, which acts on current issues, develops village policies and selects candidates for various village boards. Participation encouraged.
Backgammon enthusiasts are invited to compete in weekly tournaments. Prizes are awarded to the
winners. Cost: $10.
Organizations
Associate and Religous Organizations
Christie’s Integrative Fitness Classes
(847) 441-5484
http://christiesfitness.webs.com
Touted by Harper’s Bazaar as “One of the most, if not the most comprehensive workouts in the city,” Christie’s classes integrate a variety of disciplines woven into one class! Low impact cardio( to warmup) followed by weights, resistance bands, Pilates, functional training and yoga all provide tip to toe deep muscle sculpting, ending in quiet relaxation. “Christie is certified by The American Council of Sports Medicine.
Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday at 8:30 am for an 8 week session. Questions? Call Christie directly at: (847) 441-5484
Falun Gong/Quigong Body/Mind Exercises
Contact: Warren Tai (312) 607-1688 www.FalunChicago.org www.Falundafa.org
Sundays, 8-10 a.m.
Falun Gong, also called Falun Dafa, is a powerful body and mind exercise system. It contains five sets of exercises that work on the energy circulation of the body. The movements are smooth and graciously flowing, and can be learned easily by any age group. The mind exercise is applying Zhen (truthfulness), Shan (compassion) and Ren (Forbearance) into daily life. This releases the stress and tension of physical and mental energy fields, making people more healthy and peaceful. Every Sunday; no charge for participation.
Friends Of Bill W.
AA support group.
Saturdays, 5-6:15 p.m. • Sundays, 10-11:30 a.m.
Nurturing Wisdom
Contact: Jenna Brightwell
Nurturing Wisdom offers regular practice tests for the ACT, SAT, ISEE, SSAT, HSPT and other exams. This is a great opportunity for students to practice in a real testing environment and gain valuable feedback before test day. Afterward, we’ll send you a detailed score analysis of your child’s strengths and areas for improvement, and a recommended tutoring plan to help your child maximize their score.
• Our in-home, one-on-one test prep tutoring has helped thousands of students increase their scores and get into their top-choice schools:
• Our ACT students improve by an average of 5 points
• Our SAT students improve by an average of 300 points
• 98% of the students we prepared for the HSPT last year were accepted into their top-choice high schools
Call us today at 312-260-7945 Ext. 128 so we can put together a customized plan for your child!
Authors, publishers, and editors lecture and critique manuscripts for reasonable fees, in an interactive workshop setting. Fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, memoir, poetry and playwriting are just some of the genres covered. Professional, aspiring and beginning writers are welcome.
Yearly Membership - $30
Weekly Session Fee: Members - $10 Guests/NonMembers - $15
Scottish Country Dancing
Beginners are welcome. Winnetka Communtiy House , 620 Lincoln Ave. 7:30P. For any questions contact Frances Gillan at 947-471-7294.
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 7, 21, 28
Sullivan School Of Irish Dance
773-952-4007
info@sullivanirishdancers.com
www.sullivanirishdancers.com
The Sullivan School of Irish Dance offers lessons for all ages, beginners through championship. Irish dance combines movements similar to both ballet and tap dancing and stresses grace, rhythm and self discipline. Students learn both individual and group dancing with an emphasis on self-confidence, teamwork and fun. Classes available Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s, and Thursday’s. Please call or email for more information.
Winnetka Children’s Chorus
The Youth Choral Theater of Chicago’s Winnetka Children’s Chorus is for grades JK-2 | Mondays from 4:00-5:00 Top notch vocal instruction, tons of fun, convenient time and location. After training children in Wilmette, Glenview, and Lake Forest for a decade, the Youth Choral Theater (Amy Branahl, Artistic Director) has launched a program at WCH. This introductory choir for kids in grades JK-2 offers extraordinary performance opportunities and is regarded as exemplary preparation for community theater programs. Tuition for the fall term (September through December) is $400. For more information, email info@youthchoraltheater.org or call 847-5359873
Women’s Exchange
Contact: Deb Guy DEB@WOMENS-EXCHANGE.ORG www.womens-exchange.org
Women’s exchange is a place where women from 24 Chicagoland communities come together to learn, share and grow in a wide variety of programs and classes. Program guide available at womensexchange.org.
Religious Organizations
Congregation Hakafa
(847) 242-0687
www.Hakafa.org • CongHakafa@hakafa.org
Congregation Hakafa is a dynamic Reform congregation on Chicago’s North Shore. Hakafa is a circle of caring people, families and friends who wish to worship, study, and to help one another and the world in which we live. Services held Fridays, year-round; visitors welcome. Religious School and Hebrew School classes are held at the Glencoe Park District’s Takiff Center and High Holidays Services are held at the Winnetka Congregational Church.
Lake Shore Unitarian Society
(847) 807-5787
www.LakeShoreUnitarian.org
For over 50 years, we have brought people of diverse beliefs together in a community of shared values. Our weekly services are not led by clergy. Instead, we invite highly regarded speakers to present on a wide range of topics that provide inspiration and deeper appreciation for the world in which we live. We focus
on values and wisdom drawn from many sources, not dogma. As a Unitarian Universalist congregation, we affirm and promote UU’s seven Principles, such as “we accept one another and encourage each individual’s spiritual growth”. Music is another source of spiritual inspiration in our weekly services. And our Religious Explorations program provides children and teens spiritual and cultural literacy. Sunday service and Religious Explorations class at 10:30 a.m., September through May. Visitors are always welcome.
Theatre Groups
Children’s Theatre Of Winnetka
(847) 446-2108
www.childrenstheatrewinnetka.com
The Children’s Theatre of Winnetka is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to promoting theatrical experiences for area youth, grades 4-8, who reside or go to school within New Trier Township. Children participate both onstage and backstage in two productions annually, fall and spring.
Religous and Theatre Groups
Scholarships are available. For more information, visit www.ChildrensTheatreWinnetka.com
Village Follies
http://www.villagefollies.com
We are a group of adults who stage a variety show at the community house dating back to the 1970’s. This is a great way to get out your inner vaudeville and have some fun!
For more infomation contact Steve Yablong at 847702-3747 or Laura Chaveriat at 312-523-6527.
Winnetka Children’s Hour
www.winnetkachildrenshour.org
The Winnetka Children’s Hour is a non-profit organization that has been providing live entertainment for children since 1932. Profits raised from our performances are used to bring creative programming to children outside our own community. Each year, we present an original musical performed by local children in grades K-8.
REGISTRATION FORM
Fax: 847-446-0609 | Phone: 847-446-0537 Mail or drop-off with payment to: Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093 Or register online at winnetkacommunityhouse.org
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I would like to register for a Community House Membership! $195 I would like to make an annual fund donation to support WCH.
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Winnetka Community House is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner possible, and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard . Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must recognize, however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities . Winnetka Community House continually strives to reduce such risks, and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety . Please recognize that Winnetka Community House does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs The cost of such would make program fees prohibitive . Therefore, each person registering himself\herself or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review his/her own health insurance policy for coverage It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make Winnetka Community House automatically responsible for payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for Winnetka Community House requires the execution of the following Waiver and Release Your cooperation is greatly appreciated . Please read this form carefully, and be aware in participating in the program(s) listed on this page, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program .
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As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss, regardless of severity, which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with such program . I agree to waive and relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully release and discharge Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend Winnetka Community House and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages or losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the activities of the program . In the event of emergency, I authorize Winnetka Community House officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care, and agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services required All participants agree that any photography taken while participating in a class, special event or use of a facility may be used for promotional purposes Winnetka Community House Participants agree to receive emails from Winnetka Community House .
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Full refunds will be issued for courses that are cancelled by Winnetka 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 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
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HOUSEHOLD REGISTRATION PROFILE
Winnetka Community House has upgraded our registration system! Please assist us by filling out this form when registering so your entire household will be included for future registrations.
Winnetka Community House has been playing host to some of the most beautiful events on the North Shore for more than a century. Within our historic grounds, the beautiful Arches Garden provides a timeless setting for a romantic wedding. From the bright blooms of spring to the deep colors of autumn, the Arches Garden is the perfect spot for your perfect day.