TABLE OF CONTENTS PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Events 4 - 5 Chris Harrison – President Parks & Playgrounds/Lantern Parade 5 Stacey Young – Vice President Decatur Parks Foundation 6 - 7 Bob Brilley II – Commissioner Jack Kenny – Commissioner DISC/Fitness/Summer Camps 8 - 10 Dr. Kristin White – Commissioner Swimming 11 - 13 Athletics 14 - 17 STAFF Baseball/Softball Bill Clevenger Executive Director Volleyball Jill Applebee Foundation Director Basketball Kristin Sowa Chief Financial Officer Tumbling/Lacrosse Mandy Childress Freedom of Information Officer Golf 18 - 19 Jamie Davis DISC Manager Ken Frye Scovill Zoo Director Junior Golf Program Clay Gerhard Operations Director Tournaments Jamie Gower Recreation & Facilities Director Clinics Frank Hubbard Chief of Park Police MidState Soccer Club 20 - 21 Karalee Misner Marketing Director Tennis 22 Kristi Orrick Human Resources Manager Mike Wilcott Amphitheater Manager Running/Staley Striders 23 Tim Wright Decatur Airport Director Park District Parties 23 Scovill Zoo 24 - 26 OUR CODE Friend of the Zoo Memberships The Decatur Park District does not discriminate Special Events, Camps, Classes against individuals in admission to, or treatment of, Overlook Adventure Park 27 or employment in programs or activities in compliance Arts 28 - 30 with the Illinois Human Rights Act, Section 504 of GDYB, Summer Strings, First Gig the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and the B.O.S.S., Theatre, GDC, Dance U.S. Constitution. The Park District receives Federal funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of Outdoor Fun 31 the U.S. Dept. of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater 32 - 33 discrimination in departmental Federally Assisted Park Pals 34 Programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, Special Recreation 35 age or handicap. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or Mature Adults 36 facility operated by the Decatur Park District may contact Meeting & Banquet Facilities 37 the District’s Equal Opportunity Officer (217/422-5911) Decatur Airport 38 and the U.S. Department of the Interior at: Director, Activity Registration Form 39 Equal Opportunity Program, U.S. Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, Our Mission D.C. 20013-7127. The mission of the Decatur Park District is to enrich our community’s quality of life, health and wellness, education, and economic vitality by providing outstanding parks, facilities, and recreational opportunities. General Information 3

AT YOUR SERVICE Decatur Regional Chamber Metro Money Support the local business community by using Administration Office 422-5911 Metro Money! Gift certificates come in $5 nd Administration 2 Line 421-7420 and $20 denominations, never expire, Airport Office 428-2423 and can be used like cash at over 40 Cancellation Hotline 427-3488 locations, including the Decatur Park DISC 429-3472 District! We are excited to partner Fairview Tennis Complex 421-7432 with the Decatur Regional Chamber of Foundation 422-5911 Commerce in this important program. Use your Metro Hickory Point Golf Course 421-7444 Money at the Park District Admin Office, DISC, golf Hickory Point Banquet Facility 421-6657 courses, Overlook Adventure Park, and Scovill Zoo. Scovill Activity Center 429-7750 Overlook Adventure Park 422-2316 Poage Arts & Recreation Center 421-6648 We Care about Your Safety Red Tail Run Golf Course 422-2211 As a PDRMA-accredited agency, the Decatur Park Schaub Floral Display Center 421-7550 District strives to ensure that playground equipment, Scovill Zoo 421-7435 park grounds, and facilities remain in excellent Splash Cove 619-8080 condition. Please help us in this effort! Follow posted safety rules, and note age designations for appropriate Park Watch use of playground equipment. Please call 422-5911 to Park Watch helps prevent crimes report any concerns. in Decatur Park District parks, properties and facilities. Cash rewards of up to $1,000 can be offered for information leading Jobs at the Decatur Park District to the arrest of individuals View and apply online at responsible for these crimes. Decatur-parks.org If you witness suspicious activity or have a tip, call Park Watch at 424-1311. All tips and information are helpful, and you may remain anonymous. Emergencies 911 Macon County Dispatch 424-1311

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Let’s Fly A Kite! CALENDAR OF EVENTS The first 50 kids to come to Overlook Adventure Park March 28 Penguin in the Park, 9 a.m. will receive one free kite. Fly your new kite near Overlook Fairview Park w Penguin5K.com Adventure at Nelson Park or make your way out to April 4 Overlook Adventure Park opens Sinawik Park and South Shores Park. $5 per person April 4 Scovill Zoo opens for the season unlimited Mini Golf will be offered all day long. Date: April 11 April 11 Critter Egg Hunt, Scovill Zoo Time: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. April 11 Let’s Fly A Kite! Various Parks Location: Overlook Adventure Park, April 13 - 23 Senior Olympics, locations vary Sinawik Park & South Shores Park May 1 & 2 Plant Sale, Schaub Floral Display Airport Fun Day! May 2 Decatur Youth Baseball & Softball Kids can climb aboard the Park District’s Striker emer- Opening Day, Rotary Park gency vehicle, check out the Scovill Mobile Zoo, watch May 3 Celebrate Youth in the Arts a K-9 demonstration, and enjoy a pancake breakfast Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association. May 8 & 9 Decatur Park District Dance Recital Date: Saturday, June 6 Civic Center Theater Time: 8 - 11 a.m. Location: Gaitros Aviation Hangar, Decatur Airport May 9 Zippy Zoo Day with Mom, & Fun Run Scovill Zoo National Senior Health & Fitness Day May 15 2020 Scovill Zoo Open Golf Outing Join the DISC and organizations across the country in celebration of National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the nation’s May 16 Devon on Tap, Music and Beer Festival largest health promotion event for older adults. Enjoy health Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater screenings courtesy of DMH, exercise activities, and giveaways. May 22 Devon Amphitheater Opening Day Date: Wednesday, May 27 May 23 Splash Cove Opening Day Time: 8 - 11 a.m. May 23 & 24 Cookin’ with the Chorale, Fairview Park Location: Splash Cove & Overlook Adventure Park May 27 National Senior Health & Fitness Day Parks & Playgrounds May 29 - 31 MidState Cup Tournament June 1 - August 4 Decatur Soccer Complex For 84 years, Yellow Hat park leaders have led creative, June 1 Parks & Playgrounds open educational programs in Decatur’s parks. Teams of Yellow June 6 Airport Fun Day & EAA Pancake Hats will be in 12 neighborhood parks each weekday, Breakfast, Decatur Airport serving free lunches to youth under the age of 18, playing June 6 Redbird Rookies Opening Day, Hess fun games and sports, and leading educational activities. June 21 Dads’ Day Dollar Deals, Scovill Zoo Visit decatur-parks.org for parks and times. July 4 4th of July Activities, Nelson Park Lantern Parade & National Night Out July 17 - 19 B.O.S.S. Performances Hess Park w August 4 from 5 - 9 p.m. Decatur Civic Center Theater We’re partnering with the City of Decatur, Decatur July 18 BO3K, Fairview Park Police Department, Macon County Sheriff’s Office and July 19 Ice Cream Safari, Scovill Zoo our own Park Police Department to host the Lantern August 4 Lantern Parade & National Night Parade and the annual National Night Out! Enjoy a Out: Hess Park picnic, Scovill Petting Zoo, a DJ, games, inflatables, and a August 15 Zoo-rific Evening at Scovill Zoo lantern parade around the park. Kids can create lanterns the evening of the parade from 5 - 6 p.m. Join the fun! Special Events 5

Cookin’ with the Chorale Fido Fields & Nelson Park Dog Parks “The Best of the Best” Both parks provide fenced, double-gated, off-leash May 23 & 24 w 6 p.m. w Fairview Park Pavilion #1 spaces for large and small dogs. Celebrating 35 years! Come picnic in the park with the Hours: Sunrise - 10 p.m. year-round Greater Decatur Chorale! Come kick off the summer and Fee: $40 for the first dog/$18 for each additional enjoy Cookin with The Chorale, Directed by Ted Hesse and dog Max: 5 dogs per household accompanied by Anita Gifford! The “Best of the Best” will Registration forms for annual dog park feature favorite songs the Chorale has performed over the memberships may be found at the past 35 years. This event is free and open to the public. Con- DISC or online at Decatur-parks. cessions and hot grills for cooking will be available at 5 p.m. org. Complete the form and Special guests: Millikin Children’s Choir under direction of submit with your proof of vet Christine Smith. certification of rabies, Bordetella, distemper, Yoga in the Park and parvo vac- Try yoga in the park at 2 different locations, led by trained cinations, and and certified instructors from our community! Bring your proof of spay/ mat and water to hydrate. No registration necessary for neuter and this free event! return to the Location 1: Fairview Park, Pavilion 1 DISC. Dates: First Sunday of the month May 3, June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6 Time: 8 - 9:15 a.m. Location 2: Nelson Fitness Pavilion (by dog park) Dates: Third Saturday of the month May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19 Time: 8 - 9:15 a.m. of

Nelson Park 8 a.m. Staley RUN White & Blue Road Run 5 p.m. B.O.S.S. preview performance 6 p.m. Live Music - River Bottom Nightmare Band Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater Tickets available at devonamphitheater.com Dusk Fireworks over Lake Decatur Moonlight Yoga A relaxing but challenging 70 minute evening Yoga Scovill Zoo practice with Jeff Hunt and Connie Pease. Bring your 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Last admission at 5 p.m. mat or towel, and water to hydrate. Free and open to Enjoy FREE carousel rides with your paid admission. the community. No registration necessary! Overlook Adventure Park Location: Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. $5 per person for 1 round of mini golf Location: Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater & $12 per person for a 3-activity pass Dates: June 8, July 6, August 3 & 31 Time: 8 p.m. Splash Cove Family Swim 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. / Open Swim 12 - 6:30 p.m. Admission $8 Adults / $6 Youth & Seniors 6 Foundation

Decatur Parks Foundation By encouraging the financial support of businesses and individuals, the Decatur Parks Foundation supports the Park District’s facilities, parks, and recreation programs, which spur economic development, nurture our citizens’ health and well-being, and enhance our community’s quality of life. Thank you to the many businesses and individuals who have made the following projects possible: Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden Foundation Directors Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion at Hickory Point Rod Schanefelt, President Decatur Commodores Sunnyside Park Restoration Ellen Hearn, Vice President Decatur Park District Bike Trail System Mindy Chadwick, Secretary Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater James Neff, Treasurer Dreamland Lake Chris Harrison, Park Board Liaison Fairview Park Rose Garden Stacey Young, Park Board Liaison Fido Fields and Nelson Park Dog Parks Brandy Brown Jerry Menz Arts Scholarship Fund Brian Byers Junior Welfare Association Playground Cindy Deadrick-Wolfer Litter Critter at Overlook Adventure Park Kara Demirjian-Huss MidState Soccer Club Pavilion Dr. Stephen Huss Park Reforestation Project Kara Johnston Project Playground I & II Judy Locke Rotary Park Kitty McCarthy Rotary Notes at Overlook Adventure Park Bruce Nims Schaub Floral Display Center, Greenhouse & Memorial Garden Michelle Reynolds Scovill Sculpture Park Jim Schwarz Scovill Zoo Shilling Environmental Education Center Scovill Zoo Endangered Species Carousel Honorary Board Members Scovill Zoo Entrance Plaza Erv Arends Scovill Zoo Z.O.& O Express Train Extension Tom Hostetler Scovill Zoo Flamingo, Zebra and Penguin Exhibits Dr. Bill Van Alstine Vision 2020 Soccer Complex Expansion Ursula Beck Tennis Center Youth Scholarship Program The Foundation’s Youth Scholarship Program makes funds available for students in need, ensur- ing that all may participate in Park District programs. Eligi- Kroger Rewards Help Fund Youth Scholarships! bility is based on family size Grocery shop and support the Park District’s Youth and income, and scholarships Scholarship Program at the same time! Each time you shop at are awarded to youth under Kroger and scan your rewards card, 3% of your purchase will the age of 18 without regard benefit the youth scholarship program. Registering is simple. to race, color, religion, age, disability or national Visit Kroger.com, sign up for the Kroger Rewards program, origin. For details, call 422-5911. and choose Decatur Park District as your agency of choice. Foundation 7

Scovill Zoo Open Golf Outing Save the date for the Scovill Zoo Open! You’ll enjoy a SAVE THE great day of golf, box lunch, prizes, and an afternoon wrap-up party. Proceeds will benefit junior golf and DATE! Scovill Zoo. Fee is $600 per team of 4. For sponsor- Zoo-rific Evening ship information or a registration form, contact Jill Benefiting Scovill Zoo Applebee at 422-5911. August 15, 2020 Date: Friday, May 15 For tickets and sponsorship information, call the Time: 11:15 lunch Decatur Parks Foundation at 422-5911. 11:30 p.m. - Shotgun Start 5 p.m. - Reception & Prizes Location: Hickory Point Golf Club Nature Pavers at Scovill Zoo! You’ve seen the beautiful engraved pavers at the Devon on Tap, Music & Beer Festival entrance to Scovill Zoo. Declare your love for the zoo, Can’t wait to get to the Devon this summer? Join us by Project Playground, and Sculpture Park by purchasing kicking off the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater’s 2020 a nature paver for yourself or a loved one! Order your season by attending Devon on Tap, paver at Behindeveryexperience.com or call 422-5911. Music & Beer Festival! Your admission will include 8 tasting tickets, a special NEW! Scovill Zoo Extended Train Ride tasting glass, and live local music all Our newly extended train ride includes views of day. Food vendors and extra tasting tickets will be additional zoo animals, a ride over a 30ft high bridge available to purchase. For sponsorship information with breathtaking views of contact Jill Applebee at 422-5911. Lake Decatur, peeks at the Date: Saturday, May 16 Scovill Sculpture Park and Time: 3 - 8 p.m. access to the Children’s Location: Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater Museum of Illinois. Tickets: Early Registration: $30 / $40 (Apr. 16 - May 16) Thanks to the Howard $10 Designated Driver admission G. Buffett Foundation devonamphitheater.com for partnering with the The Big Obstacle 3K Decatur Parks Foundation July 18 w Fairview Park to make this project a reality! The Decatur Parks Foundation and United Way of Decatur & Mid-Illinois pres- Scovill Sculpture Park ent The Big Obstacle 3K 2020. Scovill Park w 421-7435 This professionally timed Stroll in Scovill Sculpture Park, surrounded by beautiful, EXTREME course includes one-of-a-kind works of art! The Howard G. Buffett 1.8 miles of military-style ob- Foundation generously funded the stacles, climbing walls, tun- creation and development of the nels, strength & endurance challenges, inflatables, and park adjacent to Scovill Zoo water. BO3K 2020 offers challenging obstacles, a team and the Children’s Museum division, and kids’ course. Stick around for music, food, of Illinois. If you haven’t yet and beverages. Proceeds benefit Park District youth pro- visited the Sculpture Park, stop grams and United Way. Heats fill up fast! Sign up today by! This beautiful venue is free at UWdecatur.org. and open year-round. 8 Fitness/DISC

Decatur Indoor Sports Center In partnership with Millikin University ALL-INCLUSIVE, FULL FACILITY PASS Our all-inclusive, full facility pass includes use of the at Millikin University fitness center, track & courts during unscheduled 1295 W. Wood times, rock climbing wall, ActivTrax, seasonal lap swim 429-DISC at Splash Cove, fitness classes, child care, stroller club, indoor golf nights, discounts on birthday parties, pool passes, and more!

ANNUAL MONTHLY* FEATURES Individual adult $474.00 $41.00 • Fitness Center Family** $663.00 $56.75 • Indoor Soccer Field Youth (grade 9-12) $204.00 $18.50 • Four-lane 200 Meter Track Senior (65+) $339.00 $29.75 • Basketball/Volleyball Courts Senior couple $489.00 $42.25 • Rock Climbing Wall Ind. 3 month pass $141.00 $48.50 • Indoor Golf Center with Golf Simulators, Putting, * Fees are based upon a 12-month contract and may Hitting, and Bunker areas be paid in one payment or as monthly bank draft. • Locker Room & Shower Facilities ** A family is designated as up to 2 adults and 4 children • Conference/Party Room, Lounge Area, and Vending under the age of 21, living at the same address. • Dance and Group Fitness Studios • Batting and Throwing Cages DAILY FULL FACILITY RATES • Childcare Playroom Individual adult $12.00 Youth (grade 9-12) $9.00 ACTIVTRAX Senior (65+) $9.00 Your full-facility membership includes ActivTrax, a free, personalized workout program that integrates TRACK & COURT PASSES with your smart phone or home computer. The down- This pass includes use of the DISC’s track and courts loadable app has videos, instructions for each exercise, during unscheduled times. and a customizeable plan just for you, so you’ll be able to track workouts, meals, and calories. It’s like your TRACK & COURT ANNUAL DAILY RATE own DISC personal fitness assistant! Adult $123.00 $8.00 Family** $230.00 Equipment Navigation/Fitness Assessments Youth (under 18) $73.00 Youth (12 - 17) $6.00 The DISC’s free equipment navigation sessions and Youth (under 12) $5.00 fitness assessments are a real perk for all full facility pass holders. Staff will evaluate your height, weight, Senior (65+) $99.00 resting heart rate, blood pressure, BMI, body fat Senior after 3 p.m. $6.50 percentage, and more. You’ll receive an explanation Senior before 3 p.m. $4.00 of your results and how to achieve your fitness goals. Contact Jeff Rounds or Tracy Hewitt to schedule an ** A family is designated as up to 2 adults and 4 children appointment today! under the age of 21, living at the same address. Ages 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fitness/DISC 9

DISC FITNESS CENTER TRX At the DISC, we have all of the equipment The original suspension trainer system, TRX, uses gravity and body weight to help you build a rock solid core, you need to achieve your fitness goals! increase muscular endurance, and get you an effective Strive & Matrix Strength Equipment • ADA Equipment total body workout. Options are available in every move- Hammer Strength Half Racks • Free Motion Smith ment from beginners to the advanced. Machine Olympic Benches & Free Weights • Kettlebells Concept2 Rowers • Free Motion Incline Trainers Cardio Blast Life Fitness Bikes and Treadmills • Precor Elliptical Trainers Ever changing exercises and locations in the building, you & Climber • Precor AMT (Adaptive Motion Trainer) never know what to expect in this class. Looking to im- Star Trac Treadmills, Elite Cross Trainer & Bikes prove your cardiovascular health, endurance, and muscle TRUE Treadmills & Ellipticals • iPod Integrated Treadmills and core strength? You’ll have a BLAST in this class! & Bikes • Cardio Theater • Hoist weight machines PiYo Lateral Octane X This class combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming *Must be 14 years old to use the DISC Fitness Center benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advan- tages of Yoga. We crank up the speed to deliver a true Group Fitness Classes fat-burning, low impact workout. Pick up a weekly schedule of fitness classes at the Body Sculpting DISC or check decaturindoorsportscenter.com for new Shed the fat and gain muscle mass, while improving your fitness offerings! Classes are FREE with your full-facility balance and coordination. Enjoy having more energy, membership! Non-members are welcome! $8 drop in stamina and a higher quality of health as you get stronger. fee per class or purchase a 10 class punch pass for $50. Challenge your body from head to toe!

Beat The Sun Boot Camp Pure Yoga Improve your strength, power, and endurance through a 70 minutes to focus on your wellness is calling! Step wide variety of exercises and equipment. Come prepared into this class to put your mind, body, and soul at ease to work hard and be back out the door before sunrise! while improving your overall physical and mental health. Tabata Boot Camp Rock ‘n Row Transform towards a healthier body, 20 seconds at a Formatted circuit-style, push your body as you boulder time. Using a variety of body weight training exercises rock climb, row, and train at your highest intensities, two and equipment, give your absolute best, and enjoy every minutes at a time. Recovery is not a luxury, but a necessity second of recovery that you earn. in this class! Very limited spots, so reserve yours today! Buns & Guns Kettlebells Resistance & Core Spend your lunch hour lifting, shaping, and defining Using a combination of core and resistance moves, we your muscles! This is a high intensity, low impact arm target abs, shoulders, upper body, legs, back and more! and glute focused workout. Designed for all levels. Improve your balance and stability as your work against Sunrise Spin gravity to a great playlist. Use the beat of the music to challenge your legs and Bootcamp tackle hills, intervals, sprints and more. This is a reserva- Bootcamp is 45 minutes of intense exercise, designed tion-based class, so be sure to get your name on the list. to burn calories and build strength. Don’t let the name Spin Cycle scare you though! Optional movements are available Using resistance, your instructor will paint the picture in for whatever level you’re at in your fitness journey. Ever your mind and take you from flat roads, to hills, to sprints, changing formats and high energy music keeps this class jumps, and more! Reserve your spot before it’s gone! from being anything but routine! 10 DISC/Summer Camps

Rock Climbing at the DISC Summer Day Camp at the DISC Rock climbing is a great team-building activity for May 21 - August 11 at the DISC families, coworkers, and school groups! All classes are Online Registration Code: 410012 scheduled by appointment (429-3472). Certified belayers Every camp day is filled with a new adventure through are available so that members may climb during open sports, crafts, nature, experiments, and more! Campers climbing hours. go swimming twice a week and take a local field trip every Daily Fee: $7.25; 1-hour Party Rental: $95 Friday. Designed for youth in grades K - 5. * Children must be at least 5 to participate. Open Climbing Hours (unless reserved) Monday - Friday: 5 – 9 p.m. Summer Teen Club Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. May 21 - August 11 at the DISC Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m. Online Registration Code: 420012 Youth in grades 6 - 8* will enjoy crafts, games, swimming, DISC Batting/Throwing Cages field trips and service projects just for teens! 1295 W. Wood w Reservations: 429-3472 * Denotes camper’s grade in upcoming school year. Cages feature a time-operated pitching machine with varied speeds for baseball and softball. Portable pitch- Camp Fees ing mounds and a screen allow for live pitching, catch- Fee includes field trips, afternoon snack and drinks, as ing and throwing. well as transportation to and from other Park District DISC Batting Cage programs. Meals are not provided; please bring a sack 30 minutes: $25 60 minutes: $40 lunch. Registration must be completed by noon the week DISC Throwing Cage day prior to attendance (add $5 per child after deadline). Dates: M - F, May 21 - August 11 30 minutes: $15 60 minutes: $26 Time: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Playroom at the DISC Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $170/week ($150 with resident discount) Trust your child with us while you work out at the DISC! $45/day ($40 with resident discount) Children aged 6 months - 11 years will enjoy supervised (15% discount for each additional sibling) games, toys, and activities. The playroom is conveniently located on the mezzanine. Day Camp Open House Days/Time: M - Sa 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. March 18 w 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. w DISC M - Th 4 - 8 p.m. Visit with camp directors and learn all about DISC Day Fee: Free for full-facility family pass holders Camp! Parents will see sample schedules of all the great $2 for all other members and guests games and activities for campers during the summer. All Toddler Open Gym (Infants - 5 years) in attendance can register for a chance to win a free week Need some active entertainment? Bring your kids to the of camp for one child ($170 value)! DISC! Balls, hoops, building blocks, riding toys and puzzles are provided for a safe play environment. Runs Create - a - Camp Options through April 29 and then again Oct. 7, 2020 - April During Summer Day Camp and Teen Club, you can 28, 2021. create-a-camp by adding on your favorite Park District Day/Time: Wednesdays, from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. programs! Transportation for campers is provided free Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood of charge to and from other Park District activities, such Fee: $3 per child/FREE for youth aged 1 & under + as swim lessons, Greater Decatur Youth Band, junior DISC Full Facility Family Pass holders golf, B.O.S.S., tennis, Summer Strings, zoo camps, or dance & drama! Swimming 11

Splash Cove - NEW FACILITY! Open Swim Season Pool Passes Day Time Mon - Thurs 12* - 5 p.m. The 2020 swim season begins on Saturday, May 23! Passes Friday 12* - 9 p.m. are sold at the DISC, 1295 W. Wood beginning January Sat. - Sun. 12* - 6:30 p.m. 2, 2020. Starting opening day, all passes are sold at the *Pass holders enter at 11:30 a.m. pool. Passes are non-transferable and revoked if misused. DISC Full Facility Family Pass holders receive 10% off Family Swim their Family Pool Pass! Join us for private swim time designed for families and Ages 4-12 $150 adults over 18. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 13-64 $175 Day Date Time Mon. - Thurs. June 1 - Aug. 6 7 - 9 p.m. Ages 65+ $150 Sat. - Sun. June 6 - Aug. 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Family of 2* $225 Fee: $8 adults/$6 youth & seniors / Free to Family Pool Family of 3** $275 Pass holders and children 3 & under. Family of 4-6**+ $300 Note: Patrons wishing to stay past Family Swim for Saturday * 2 individuals in the same household. Proof of residency required. and Sunday Open Swim must re-pay daily admission. **Family Passes include immediate family living in same house Lap Swim hold. Add $50 for each family member after the first 6. Proof of Stay fit at your own pace with the great benefits of water. residency required. Day Date Time +*NEW* Plus One Pass: $75 - add a grandparent, babysitter, etc. M/W/F June 1 - Aug. 7 6 - 8 a.m. to be used while accompanying your family, limit one per household. Fee: $4/person; free with full-facility annual DISC or adult pool pass. *NEW Unlimited Lap Pass - $80 Pool Punch Passes (Buy 9 visits get 1 free!) Ages 4-12 $72 Toddler Time Ages 13-64 $80 Parents and their toddlers will love this special swim time Ages 65+ $72 reserved just for them! The zero-depth entry to the leisure pool and baby pool are perfect for youngsters. Daily Fees - Open Swim Day Date Time Ages 4-12 $8 Fridays June 5 - Aug. 7 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Fee: $8 adults/$6 youth & seniors / Free to family pool Ages 13-64 $10 pass holders and children 3 & under. Ages 65+ $9 Note: Patrons wishing to stay for Friday Open Swim must 3 and under Free re-pay daily admission

Rentals the Pool! Special Pricing Host your pool party at Splash Cove! We offer two Open swim after 5 p.m. $8 adults great options for rentals: After-hours and open-hours. Fridays $6 youth & seniors After-Hours rentals are available on Saturdays and Sundays from 7 - 9 p.m. After-hours rental options let Open Swim Wednesdays $8 adults you customize which water features you want to celebrate May 27 - August 5 $6 youth & seniors any occasion. Open-Hours rentals are available in two- Memorial Day, May 25 Active & retired service hour time slots during open swim. Subject to availability, personnel free with military I.D. visit our website for details on fees, size limits, and more Fathers’ Day, June 21 Dads free with paying child information about booking. Independence Day $8 adults July 4 $6 youth & seniors 2521 East Nelson Park Blvd Labor Day, September 7 Half price admission Decatur, Illinois • 217-619-8080 12 Swim Lessons

SWIM LESSONS The Decatur Park District offers swim lessons for ages 6 months - adult! If you have questions regarding placement, call Danita at 429-3472. Registration for all swim classes will be held at the DISC (1295 W. Wood) and online at decatur-parks.org. After the start of each session, all registrations will be taken at Splash Cove Registration Date Class Dates: Session 1, Sections A & B March 9 ($5 late fee begins May 28) Session 1, Section A June 1 - 24 Session 2, Sections A & B June 25 ($5 late fee begins July 2) Session 1, Section B June 2 - 25 Session 2, Section A July 6 - 29 Location: Splash Cove, 2521 E. Nelson Park Blvd. Session 2, Section B July 7 - 30 Fee: $42 ($38 resident discount)

Parent/Child (6 months - 2 years) Gus & Goldie (Age 5 - 7) The Parent/Child class allows children to adjust to the water. For swimmers who have mastered Starfish skills and are able Parents will learn how to prevent aquatic emergencies and enjoy to go under water on their own. Front and back floats, kicks, their children’s interaction with others in the pool. and the front stroke will be covered. Code Day Date Time Code Day Date Time 300502-01 M/W June 1 - 24 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300504-01 M/W June 1 - 24 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300502-02 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300504-02 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300502-03 M/W June 1 - 24 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300504-03 M/W June 1 - 24 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300502-04 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300504-04 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300502-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300504-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300502-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300504-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300502-07 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300504-07 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300502-08 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300504-08 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300502-09 M/W July 6 - 29 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300504-09 M/W July 6 - 29 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300502-10 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300504-10 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300502-11 M/W July 6 - 29 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300504-11 M/W July 6 - 29 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300502-12 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300504-12 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300502-13 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300504-13 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300502-14 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300504-14 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300502-15 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300504-15 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300502-16 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300504-16 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Starfish (Ages 3 - 5) Beginner Children enjoy their first experiences in the pool without For swimmers who have completed the Gus & Goldie level parental assistance. Participants will feel confident in the water or can complete front/back float with little or no assistance. while learning basic swimming and safety skills. Proper breathing technique and the back crawl will be covered. Code Day Date Time Code Day Date Time 300503-01 M/W June 1 - 24 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300505-01 M/W June 1 - 24 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300503-02 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300505-02 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300503-03 M/W June 1 - 24 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300505-03 M/W June 1 - 24 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300503-04 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300505-04 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300503-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300505-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300503-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300505-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300503-07 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300505-07 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300503-08 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300505-08 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300503-09 M/W July 6 - 29 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300505-09 M/W July 6 - 29 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300503-10 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300505-10 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300503-11 M/W July 6 - 29 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300505-11 M/W July 6 - 29 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300503-12 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300505-12 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300503-13 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300505-13 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300503-14 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300505-14 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300503-15 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300505-15 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300503-16 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300505-16 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Swim Lessons 13

Advanced Beginner Adult (Age 16 & up) For swimmers who have completed the Beginner level and can Adults can become familiar with the water or brush up on their swim front stroke for 15 yards. Participants will perfect front swimming skills. Instructors will work at each individual’s level. and back stroke and begin learning breast stroke and diving. Code Day Date Time Children must be comfortable in deep water. 300509-01 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Code Day Date Time 300509-02 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300506-01 M/W June 1 - 24 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300506-02 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300506-03 M/W June 1 - 24 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. Junior Lifeguard Program (Age 11 - 15) 300506-04 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Ellis lifeguards put students through the paces as they learn 300506-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. techniques necessary to be a real lifeguard at age 16! Includes 300506-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. instruction in water safety, lifeguarding and leadership skills, 300506-07 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. facility operations, teamwork, First Aid, and CPR. Participants 300506-08 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. must be able to swim the length of the pool. 300506-09 M/W July 6 - 29 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. Code Day Date Time 300506-10 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300501-05 T/Th June 2 - 25 10:15-10:50 a.m. 300506-11 M/W July 6 - 29 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300501-06 T/Th June 2 - 25 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300506-12 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300501-07 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15-10:50 a.m. 300506-13 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300501-08 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300506-14 T/Th July 7 - 30 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300506-15 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300506-16 T/Th July 7 - 30 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Pool Info & Cancellations Cancellations and changes for Open Swim, Toddler Time, and Intermediate all Swim Lessons will be posted on the Splash Cove Facebook This class is designed for swimmers who have completed the Advanced Beginner level and can perform front and back stroke page and on the Rainout Line at 427-3488, extension 2. for 25 yards. Children will continue to perfect breast stroke, dives, and build their endurance. SCUBA Lessons Code Day Date Time 300507-01 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. Learn to SCUBA dive at Splash Cove! Instruction is provided 300507-02 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. by the professionals at the Pro Dive Shop. Call 428-0599 for 300507-03 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. information and rates. 300507-04 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300507-05 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300507-06 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. Aqua Fitness 300507-07 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. Visit our splashcove.org for information on our aqua fitness 300507-08 T/Th July 7 - 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. classes at Splash Cove! Swimmer For those who have completed the Intermediate level or are looking to strengthen their swimming strokes. Participants will begin learning the butterfly stroke, while building endurance and perfecting all swimming strokes and dives. Code Day Date Time 300508-01 M/W June 1 - 24 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300508-02 M/W June 1 - 24 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300508-03 T/Th June 2 - 25 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300508-04 T/Th June 2 - 25 5:30 - 6:05 p.m. 300508-05 M/W July 6 - 29 10:15 – 10:50 a.m. 300508-06 M/W July 6 - 29 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. 300508-07 T/Th July 7 - 30 9:30 - 10:05 a.m. 300508-08 T/Th July 7 – 30 5:30 - 6:05 p.m.

Rainout Line: 427-3488 14 Baseball/Softball

MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Decatur Youth Baseball & Softball Boys and girls aged 7 - 14 can showcase their baseball and Sponsored by ADM softball skills in the local MLB Pitch, Hit & Run competi- The Park District’s Youth tion. Participants will compete for a chance to advance Baseball & Softball to the Team Championships at Busch League’s goal is Stadium during a Cardinals game. Please to grow baseball, bring a copy of child’s birth certificate and softball, and t-ball in complete a registration/waiver form. For Decatur, while providing more details, visit pitchhitrun.com. great summer experiences for kids of all ages. Date: Saturday, May 9 Registration deadline March 27 Practice begins mid- Time: 10 a.m. - noon April. Opening Day is May 2. Contact Cortney at Location: Graceland Ball Park Field #4 Fee: Free 429-3472 or [email protected] for more info and visit the Decatur Youth Baseball and Softball Decatur Commodores Baseball Facebook page! In 2020, the Decatur Commodores begin their 11th year as a member of the Park District baseball family. The goal Redbird Rookies is to provide superior coaching and instruction for boys Redbird Rookies, presented by the Decatur Park who want to reach the highest levels of play. Two teams District and DMH, is a Cardinals Care free baseball (U16 and U18) participate in showcase tournaments to league for boys and girls give players exposure to college coaches and recruiters. For aged 5 - 13 who have rosters and game schedules, visit decaturcommodores.com. no prior experience playing ball. If you are Baseball Hitting & Pitching Lessons interested in coaching or have a young athlete who Jim Stewart works with athletes one-on-one at the DISC, would like to play baseball the Redbird Rookies way, offering insights on hitting and pitching philosophies visit redbirdrookies.com - click “Find a league near and techniques. Full hour and 1/2 hour sessions are you”, then click “Decatur.” Coaches’ meetings will be available. Call Coach Stewart at 972-1923 to reserve held on April 30 to assign teams and review league your time slot. rules and expectations. All volunteer and background Date: By appointment check information must be completed by April 25. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood, or local park Opening Day is Saturday, June 6 at Hess Park from Time: Half hour - $25 ($20 with resident discount) Hour - $45 ($40 with resident discount) 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Don’t miss team photos and your player’s first game! Regular season games will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Hess Park.

Volunteer Youth Baseball & Softball Coaches Needed Interested in volunteering? We need you! Team practices begin in mid-April, and games are played primarily on weeknights from May through mid-July. All equipment Batting Cages are available at the and coaching resources are provided. Coaches’ meetings Decatur Indoor Sports Center (pg.10) will be held March 31 - April 5. For details, contact & Overlook Adventure Park (pg. 27). Cortney at 429-3472 or [email protected]. Baseball/Softball 15

Adult Leagues at Rotary Park ADULT LEAGUES Summer AT ROTARY PARK! Register early (March 1 - 31) and receive $25 off! Regular registration: April 1 - 30. Season begins May 4. Mush Ball (10 Games) Play 10 Chicago style games with a 16” softball with Competitive Leagues no gloves! The larger softer softball makes it difficult League Day # of Games* Fee to hit very far. Coed Strong Hand M 10 $425 Date: Tuesdays, May 5 Location: Rotary Park Recreational Leagues League Day # of Games* Fee Incrediball Co-Ed League (8 Games) Coed Opposite Hand M 10 $425 Incrediball plays like fast-pitch softball, but utilizes Men’s Church (DH) M 16 $525 a cloth ball to reduce injuries and allows all levels of Men’s Mush Ball T 10 $425 player skill and mixed ages to compete. Played with Men’s Rec 2 (DH) W 16 $525 a 12-inch rag-ball. Men’s Rec 3 (DH) Th 16 $525 Date: Wednesdays, May 6 Women’s Rec (DH) W 16 $525 Location: Rotary Park Men’s “E” Rec (DH) T 16 $525 Mush Ball T 10 $425 Cornhole League Coed Incrediball W 8 $425 Cornhole or “bags” is not limited to backyard barbe- Cornhole T 7 $110 cues! Teams of two will compete in this 7 week league. Cup in Hand Kickball Th 8 $325 Cash payouts to the top two teams! Fall Date: Tuesdays, June 3 - July 15 Location: Rotary Park Register early (July 1 - 31) and receive $25 off! Regular registration: August 1 - 23. Teams accepted on a Men’s E Recreation Division (16 Games) first-come, first-served basis. Each league is 7 weeks long This league is geared for individuals that prefer a recre- and includes double-headers. Games begin September 8. ational setting and/or are new to the sport. There are no League Day # of Games* Fee home runs allowed, any home runs are inning ending! Coed (Opp & Strong) M 10 $425 Teams may have no more than 6 players that participate Men’s R1 W 10 $425 in Wednesday Night or Thursday Night Leagues. Men’s R2 Th 10 $425 Date: Tuesdays Nights, May 5 Cup in Hand Kickball Th 8 $325 Location: Rotary Park *Plus tournament games DH = Double Header Cup in Hand Kickball (8 Games) 21+ Softball Hitting & Pitching Lessons Run the bases with a cold beverage! Coed games con- Players of all abilities will enhance their skills in these sist of 8 games plus an end of the season tournament. personalized lessons that cover hitting and hand-eye Games will be 6 innings with 12 players on each team, coordination drills. Pitchers cover ball movement, ball 21+. Equipment will be provided; all beverages must placement, and basic pitch selection. Each lesson is be purchased from the Decatur Park District. broken into three 30-minute time slots. Email talber- Date: Thursdays, May 7 (Summer League) Thursdays, September 3 (Fall League) [email protected] or call Location: Rotary Park 429-3472 to register! Date: By appointment Call 429-3472 or visit the DISC, to register your team! Time: 6 - 10 p.m. Location: DISC or a local park Rainout Line: 427-3488 Fee: $42 16 Volleyball/Basketball

Illini United Volleyball Club Volleyball Lessons This popular JVA Club Volleyball program continues to Our qualified instructors will help you perfect your pass, grow and improve! From current MU athletes to former set, serve and spike! Lessons are offered for one, two, or area volleyball players, the staff is ready to help athletes three athletes to allow personalized attention. Appoint- of all levels improve their skills! In addition to team play, ment times subject to instructor/court availability. Call athletes focus on individualized positions. Jr. High Club 429-3472 to schedule your lesson! tryouts (ages 10 - 14) are held in March, Date: By appointment High School club try outs Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood (freshman - seniors) are held Fee: 1 Athlete $30/hr. ($25 with resident discount) in November. 2 Athletes $42/hr. ($35 with resident discount) 3 Athletes $54/hr. ($45 with resident discount) Illini United Minis Little Hoopsters Spring Learn or improve volleyball fundamentals in these fun, Directed by Coach Mark Scherer and the MU Men’s bas- supportive sessions led by Illini United HS Volleyball Club ketball team, this 4 week, Wednesday evening program coaches and players. Boys & girls welcome! focuses on teamwork, dribbling, passing and shooting. Dates: Saturdays, March 7 - April 25 Players will be grouped based on age and ability. Times: Grades 1 -2 9 - 10:30 a.m. Code Age Day Date Time Grades 3 - 4 10:30 a.m. - noon 431031-68 3 - 4 W Mar.18 - Apr. 8 5 - 6 p.m. Grade 5 - 6 noon - 1:30 p.m. 431031-69 5 - 6 W Mar.18 - Apr. 8 5 - 6 p.m. Code: 351827-12 431031-70 7 - 8 W Mar.18 - Apr. 8 5 - 6 p.m. Location: DISC 431031-71 9 - 12 W Mar.18 - Apr. 8 5 - 6 p.m. Fee: $95 (includes t-shirt) Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $57 ($48 with resident discount; H.S. Girls’ Volleyball Leagues $45 for DISC Members) Area high school volleyball athletes participate in league Individualized Basketball Training play for 7 weeks. Coaches can contact Danita at 429-3472 Qualified instructors give athletes personalized and small- for registration packets and more information. group instruction to gain the winning edge! Call Gabby Date: Mondays, June 1 - July 13 at 429-7750 for more information. Time: 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. Date: By appointment Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $200/team (add $10 per non-resident with $50 max) Fee: 1 Athlete $30/hr ($25 with resident discount) 2 Athletes $44/hr ($38 with resident discount) Adult Coed Beach Volleyball Leagues Coed games are played on the sandy “beach” at Rotary Park. All leagues are self-officiated. Contact the DISC It’s Party Time at the DISC! at 429-3472 for more information. • Bubble Soccer Date: 6 v 6 Tuesdays, May 19 – July 14 • Nerf War 4 v 4 Wednesdays, May 20 - July 15 6 v 6 Tuesdays, Aug. 25 - Oct 13 (Fall League) • Sports or Bounce House Time: 6 - 10 p.m. • Rock Climbing Wall Age: 16+ Location: Rotary Park Golf Room, Batting Cages & Fee: $140/team Party Room can be added to any party! For details, call Melissa at 429-DISC or email [email protected] Tumbling/Lacrosse 17

Tumbling Little Laxers Spring Outdoor Program Age- and skills-appropriate Designed for youth aged 4 - 7, Little Laxers introduces tumbling classes are of- basic lacrosse skills of throwing, catching, dodging, fered for ages 18 mo. - 13! scooping, and shooting through fun activities and games. Fee for Parent/Tot - Inter- No pads needed, as participants use soft sticks and in- mediate classes is $45 ($39 door balls. Equipment provided. All instructors are US Res; $37 DISC members). Lacrosse-certified. Register at the DISC or Code Age Day Date Time Decatur-parks.org. Classes 360000-60 4 - 7 T April 7 - 28 5 - 5:30 p.m. are based on skill, ages are Location: South Shores Park Fee: $50 ($42 with just a suggestion. resident discount) Parent/Tot Tumbling (Ages 18 mo. - 3) Parent Participation is required. Lacrosse Leagues Code Day Date Time In the spring league, boys and 451932-401 M Mar. 23 - Apr. 27 4 - 4:30 p.m. girls aged 7 - 18 will compete 451932-402 M Mar. 23 - Apr. 27 6 - 6:30 p.m. in the Central Illinois Lacrosse 451932-403 T Mar. 24 - Apr. 28 11 - 11:30 a.m. League, with both home and Toddler Tumbling (Ages 3 - 5) away games. Weekday practices Code Day Date Time begin in March at South Shores 451932-404 M Mar. 23 - April 27 4 - 4:30 p.m. Park. Players must register with 451932-405 M Mar. 23 - April 27 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. 451932-406 T Mar. 24 - April 28 11:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. US Lacrosse and purchase a mouth piece. Equipment may be rented from the Park Beginning Tumbling (Ages 6 - 13) District: stick and eye goggles for girls and full protective For those new to tumbling or minimal experience. gear for boys. For more info, email Tony at talbertina@ Code I Day Date Time 451932-407 M Mar. 23 - April 27 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. decparks.com or call 429-3472. Beginning Tumbling II (Ages 6 - 13) Girls Lacrosse League For youth with some tumbling experience. Code Age Day Date Time Code Day Date Time 360000-62 7 - 14 T/Th March 10 - May 21 5:30 - 7 p.m. 451932-408 M Mar. 23 - April 27 4:35 - 5:20 p.m. 360000-63 14 - 18 T/Th March 10 - May 21 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Fee: $175 youth / $175 HS + a new/replacement uniform fee Intermediate Tumbling (Ages 8 - 13) purchase of $100 if needed. Code Day Date Time 451932-409 M Mar. 23 - April 27 5:25 - 6:10 p.m. Boys Lacrosse League Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Code Age Day Date Time Fee: $44 ($38 Res; $36 DISC Members) 360000-64 U14 T/Th March 10 - May 21 5:30 - 7 p.m. 360000-65 HS T/Th March 10 - May 21 7 - 9 p.m. Cheer Tumbling (Ages 8 - 13) Fee: $125 youth / $175 HS Got spirit? Yes, you do! Youth aged 8 - 13 will (includes uniform usage be divided into age-appropriate instruction and & equipment rental) will learn arm motions, jumps, flexibility and coordination, cheers and basic tumbling skills. Code Day Date Time 451932-410 M Mar. 23 - April 27 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Fee: $46 ($40 Res; $38 DISC Members) 18 Golf

Red Tail Run Golf Club by Raymond Floyd Ladies Only Golf Clinic 520 W. Grove Road – 422-2211 Whether you’ve never stepped on a golf course or just Yardage 6713 . Slope 125 . Par 72 want to improve your game, this fun, interactive clinic Course Rating: 72.0 with Decatur Park District golf pros is designed for ladies of all skill levels! Hickory Point Golf Course Code Age Day Date Time 727 Weaver Road – 421-7444 220010-17 21+ Th May 7 - 28 6 - 7:30 p.m. Yardage 6848 . Slope 127 . Par 72 220010-18 21+ Th Aug. 6 - 27 6 - 7:30 p.m. Course Rating: 72.3 Location: Hickory Point Golf Club Driving Ranges Fee: $46 ($41 with resident discount) Red Tail Run & Hickory Point Ladies Thursdays Hours: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fees: $6 small bucket; $9 large bucket New to the game of golf? Short on time? Ready for a FUN girls night? Check out our Ladies’ Thursdays at Hickory Point! For just $10, you’ll receive a small bucket of range balls, cart, and 3-hole play on 10, 11, Golf Special Events and 12. Thursdays from 6 – 8 p.m. Call Andy at 421- 7444 to schedule your tee time! April 26 New Product Day (Callway, TaylorMade Dates: Thursdays, June 4 - August 27 & Titleist), Hickory Point Location: Hickory Point Golf Club May 6 National Golf Day Fee: $10 May 15 2020 Scovill Zoo Open, Hickory Point June 2 Women’s Golf Day June 12 - 14 Optimist International Junior Championship, Red Tail Run July 1 Par Tamers/Fred Copeland Junior July 21 Decatur Junior Open, Hickory Point July 30 & 31 Decatur City Junior Tournament

Online Tee Times! Visit golfdecatur.org and click “Online Tee Times,” which links you directly to the GolfNow booking engine Decatur Golf Academy Junior Camps for the best rates at your favorite times to play! In these interactive, 4-day camps, beginners focus on coordination, simple techniques, and motor skills. More Golf Lessons advanced players work on form, fundamentals, and Park District pros offer golf lessons for players of all player development. “Play Days” will be offered each skill levels, aged 4 and up. Lessons are available at both Friday of the camp week. golf courses during the regular season and at the DISC Code Age Day Date Time during the winter and spring. Call 422-2211 for details! 226203-15 5 - 17 T - F June 2 - 5 9 - 10:15 a.m. 226203-16 5 - 17 T - F June 16 - 19 9 - 10:15 a.m. Rainout Line Cancellation Notifications 226203-17 5 - 17 T - F July 7 - 10 9 - 10:15 a.m. To receive golf cancellation/closure information by text or Location: Hickory Point Golf Course email, visit decatur-parks.org and click on Cancellations & Fee: $45 ($40 with resident discount) Note: The number of holes played on “Play Days” will be Closures to register. You can also get the free Rainout Line limited to class time (9 - 10:15 a.m.) and subject to golf course app (select Decatur Park District) or call 427-3488. tee time availability. Golf 19

2020 Junior Season Passes IHSA Girls State We’re committed to providing young golfers with The IHSA Girls State opportunities to learn, improve, and love the game of Tournament welcomes golf! Season passes are just $175.00, includes unlimited nearly 250 participants play on weekdays and weekends* Also included are at Hickory Point and Academy Junior Camps and admission to the Fred Red Tail Run, contrib- Copeland/Par Tamers Tournament on June 24. Call uting over $30,000 Hickory Point Golf Course 421-7444 to purchase. to the Decatur Park *Juniors playing before 1 p.m. on weekends and holidays District golf system pay just $16 per round. each year. Mark your calendars for the 2020 “We call it golf because all the other four-letter event on Oct. 15 - 17! words were taken.” Raymond Floyd

Fred Copeland/Par Tamers Tournament This annual event offers less experienced juniors aged 5 - 11 the opportunity to have fun in a tournament atmosphere. Ages 5 - 7 play 5 holes, ages 8 - 9 play 7 holes, Family Fun Days and ages 10 - 11 play 9 holes. All monies benefit the Fred May 2 - September 27 Copeland Scholarship Fund. On weekends and holidays after 2:30 p.m., families can Code Age Day Date play 9 holes with ONE cart at all courses for just $35 a 226208-08 5 - 7 W July 1 foursome, $30 a threesome, or $25 a twosome. At least 226208-09 8 - 9 W July 1 one adult must accompany a junior aged 17 years or 226208-10 10 - 11 W July 1 younger. For details, call 422-2211. Location: Hickory Point Golf Club Fee: $5/free with Park District Junior Season Pass Pro Tips/Family Fun Nights 2020 Decatur Junior Open Join the pros on the driving range and putting green, DJO players receive one complimentary practice round and enjoy all the range balls you can hit! Junior golfers on July 19 or 20, a round of tournament golf, lunch, and are encouraged to attend. great prizes. For details, visit golfdecatur.com. Date: Weds, June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 8, 15, 22 Code Age Day Date Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. 226202-07 8 - 13 (9 Hole) T July 21 Location: Red Tail Run Golf Club 226202-08 14 - 18 (18 Hole) T July 21 Fee: $15 per individual or $20 per family (at least one Location: Hickory Point Golf Course child under age 17 accompanied by an adult). Fee: $30 - 9-hole / $50 - 18-hole FootGolf at Hickory Point! City Junior Golf Tournament $10/person, $3 soccer ball rental This late summer tournament allows youth aged 5 - 17 Hickory Point Golf Course w Tee times: 421-7444 to highlight improvements they’ve made over the season. The USFGA certified, 18-hole FootGolf course is Limited to Macon Co. residents and Park District junior integrated into the front 9 of the golf course. With golfers. recreational and competition tees, each hole can be Code Age Day Date as challenging as you’d like it to be. Rent a golf cart 226204-04 5 - 17 Th/Fri July 30 - 31 Location: Hickory Point, Red Tail Run or walk the course. Course map, rules and score cards Fee: $20/$10 with Park District Junior Season Pass can be found at golfdecatur.org. 20 Soccer

MidState Youth Soccer League (MYSL) With MYSL, players can be creative while enhancing their soccer skills. All training sessions are coached by a MidState trainer with the help of parent volunteers. Full Score uniform is included. Registration deadline Register at midstatesoccer.com is August 7. 217/429-3472 Code Grade Day Date Time 390015-20 K - 1 (G) M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. MidState Soccer Club & Tryouts 390015-21 K - 1 (B) M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Play, train and excel with MidState Soccer Club! Led by 390015-22 K - 1 (G) T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. U.S. Soccer Federation- 390015-23 K - 1 (B) T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 390015-24 K - 1 (G) Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. certified coaches, the club 390015-25 K - 1 (B) Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. program is designed for 390015-26 2 - 3 (G) M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. more serious players who 390015-27 2 - 3 (B) M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. want to advance their skills 390015-28 2 - 3 (G) T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. throughout the year. Teams 390015-29 2 - 3 (B) T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. play 6 - 8 games in the 390015-30 2 - 3 (G) Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Central Illinois Youth Soc- 390015-31 2 - 3 (B) Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. cer League and compete 390015-32 4 - 5 M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. in 2 - 3 tournaments each 390015-33 4 - 5 T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. 390015-34 4 - 5 Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. season. Girls U8 - U19 and Boys U8 - U14 tryouts are the 390015-35 6 - 8 M/Sat Aug. 22 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. first week of June. 390015-36 6 - 8 T/Sat Aug. 23 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. 390015-37 6 - 8 Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. 3v3 Summer League 390015-38 HS Th/Sat Aug. 25 - Oct. 12 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. This 5-week league includes games on Mondays using Location: Decatur Soccer Complex PUGG goals. Team max is 6 players. Registration Fee: Early Fee: $76 ($69 w/ res. discount) w/uniform deadline: June 12. Regular Fee: $91 ($82 w/ res. discount) w/uniform HS Early Fee: $53 ($46 w/ res. discount) no uniform Code Age Day Time HS Regular Fee: $68 ($59 w/ res. discount) no uniform 390011-17 5 - 7 M 6 - 6:45 p.m. 390011-18 8 - 10 M 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. 390011-19 11 - 14 M 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. . Dates: June 22 - July 27 Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Academy Fields Fee: $66 ($58 with resident discount) MYSL Soccer Camp 11th Annual! Age-appropriate games, skills challenges, soccer relay MidState Cup races, and more! Music with a DJ and giveaways presented by ADM (including a camp soccer ball) make this a blast! & Midwest Fiber May 29 - 31 Registration deadline July 17. Decatur Soccer Complex Code Grade Day Date Time All are invited to attend the MidState Cup, featur- 390007-34 K - 3 T/W/Th July 28 –July 30 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. ing U8 - U19 boys’ and girls’ club teams from Il- 390007-35 4 - 8 T/W/Th July 28 –July 30 7 - 8 p.m. linois and surrounding states. Admission is free! Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Visit midstatesoccer.com, Facebook, or the Mid- Fee: $72 ($62 with resident discount) State Cup app for teams and schedules. Soccer 21

Little Kritters Soccer In this 5-week program for U4 & U5 players, a storybook is &25/(<)$0,/<'(17$/ provided, highlighting animals that possess unique soccer 02'(51 &203$ 66,21$7( (;&(//(1&( skills. MidState coaches teach these skills through fun activities. Jersey included in spring & fall sessions. Juventus Academy USA Summer Camp Spring Little Kritters (Registration deadline March 20) MidState Soccer Club and Juventus present an exciting Code Age Day Date Time training camp with professionals from one of the world’s 390008-15 3 M Mar. 30 - Apr. 27 5 - 5:30 p.m. most successful soccer teams! Fee includes 30 hours of 390008-16 3 T Mar. 31 - Apr. 28 5 - 5:30 p.m. training, full Adidas training kit (jersey, shorts and socks), 390008-17 3 Th April 2 - 30 5 - 5:30 p.m. and a camp diploma. Half day option now available! 390008-18 4 M Mar. 30 - Apr. 27 5 - 5:30 p.m. Date: June 15 - 19 390008-19 4 T Mar. 31 - Apr. 28 5 - 5:30 p.m. Time: Full day 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Half day 9 a.m. - noon 390008-20 4 Th April 2 - 30 5 - 5:30 p.m. Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Fee: $250 - $395 / Half day option available Fee: $62 ($56 with resident discount) Summer Little Kritters (Registration deadline June 19) High School & Adult Rec Leagues: 7 v 7 Code Age Day Date Time Co-ed rec league games are casual rather than intensely 390006-17 3 M June 22 - July 20 5:30 - 6 p.m. competitive. HS league includes JV and varsity divisions; 390006-18 4 M June 22 - July 20 5:30 - 6 p.m. players aged 18+ will participate in the adult league. Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Academy Fields Date: Sundays, June 7 - July 19 Fee: $56 ($48 with resident discount) Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Fall Little Kritters (Registration deadline August 19) Fee: $400/team Code Age Day Date Time Deadline: June 1; register at the DISC 390019-19 3 M Aug. 31 - Sept. 28 5 - 5:30 p.m. Code: 390011-20 390019-20 3 T Sept. 1 - 29 5 - 5:30 p.m. 390019-21 3 Th Sept. 3 - Oct. 1 5 - 5:30 p.m. Total Performance Training 390019-22 4 M Aug. 31 - Sept. 28 5 - 5:30 p.m. MidState Club and MYSL players! Stay fresh in the 390019-23 4 T Sept. 1 - 29 5 - 5:30 p.m. off-season with five 1-hour speed and agility training 390019-24 4 Th Sept. 3 - Oct. 1 5 - 5:30 p.m. sessions! Groups will be divided by age and rotate Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Academy Fields between 7 - 8 stations each session. Fee: $64 ($58 with resident discount) Age: 7 - 18 Dates: Wednesdays, June 24 - July 22 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. New MidState Pavilion! Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Our pavilion, concession and permanent restroom Fee: $62 ($54 with resident discount) Code: 390005-11 building at the Midstate Soccer Complex is officially open and 3v3 Live - NEW! ready for business! 3v3 Live is North Americas largest Soccer Sincere thanks Tour with over 180+ annual events. to all who made Players get hundreds of good in-game it a reality and touches on the ball and get to be more creative. This is help us continue a fun and effective new way to train! Awards for top 3 to invest in our teams in each division & qualification to regional event programs and in of their choice. the community! Dates: July 25 / Dealine: July 15 Location: Decatur Soccer Complex Fee: $200 per team / Includes 4 games & a tshirt 22 Tennis

The Decatur Park District operates 25 courts throughout our community’s parks. We proudly collaborate with USPTA Master Professional Chuck Kuhle and the Decatur Athletic Club to provide a great learning and playing experience for all. The Decatur Community Tennis Foundation provides racquets to junior clinic participants who need them. For a racquet, call 421-7432 beginning June 1. Register for classes on site or online at decatur-parks.org.

Fairview Park Tennis Complex Beginner Tennis (ages 11 - 12) • Winner of 2008 USTA Outstanding Facility Award Learn a new sport and make new friends! • Ursula Beck Tennis Clubhouse Code Age Day Date Time • 9 competition-grade courts 631541-25 11 - 12 M/W June 8 - July 29 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Lounge, concessions/vending, restrooms, shower Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Fee: $62 ($56 with resident discount) Facility Hours (May 26 - August 12) Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Teen Tennis (ages 13 - 18) Saturdays + Sundays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Teens can learn the game or improve their tennis skills. Code Age Day Date Time Fees 631542-25 13 - 18 T/Th June 9 - July 30 10:30 - Noon Courts: Walk On - Free; Reserved - $5/hour Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Ball Machine: $7/hour Fee: $62 ($56 with resident discount) Reservations may be made up to one week in advance by calling 421-7432. Junior Tennis Camp (ages 10 - 18) Activities are held at the Fairview Park Tennis Complex unless otherwise noted. Chuck Kuhle’s Junior Tennis Camp will consist of technical instruction, video Men’s Doubles Challenge Court analysis, drills, sports science, and 3.0 rated players and above will compete against players supervised match play. Be sure to bring of their same level. sun-screen, hats, water bottle and Date: Tuesdays, June 2 - July 28 sack lunch! Call Chuck Kuhle at 217- 423-7020 to register! Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Date Time Fee: $56 per player (includes court time and balls) June 8 - 11 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Register: Chuck Kuhle, 423-7020 by May 27 June 22 - 25 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Tiny Tots Tennis Fee: $310 per student Tiny Tots is the perfect beginner’s class for kids aged 3 - 5. Early bird $260 per student Code Age Day Date Time June 8 - 11 Camp early bird deadline - May 13 631511-32 3 - 5 M June 8 - July 27 9 - 9:30 a.m. June 22 - 25 Camp early bird deadline - May 27 631511-33 3 - 5 M June 8 - July 27 9:30 - 10 a.m. Fee: $40 ($34 with resident discount)

Ten & Under Tennis with USTA JOIN THE DRIVE TO FIGHT Courts are divided into 36 and 60-foot courts using CHILDHOOD OBESITY smaller nets, low compression balls, and youth-friendly To purchase a specialty license plate, loaner racquets Code Age Day Date Time visit www.ilsos.gov and select “Park District Youth” 631532-17 6 - 10 T June 9 - July 28 5:30 - 7 p.m. under the specialty option. A portion of the fee from 631532-18 6 - 10 Th June 11 - July 30 9 - 10:30 a.m. the sale of these plates supports the Park District Youth Fee: $62 ($56 with resident discount) Programs Fund. Running/Birthday Parties 23

Decatur is a Runner Friendly Community! The Road Runners Club of America “Runner Friendly Community” distinction recognizes cities that stand out as runner-friendly, which improves the quality of life, economic impact, and physical activity for residents. Park District Parties June 3 is National Running Day! The Park District will join Fleet Feet Sports Nerf War Party at the DISC at their BIG RUN on June 3 in recognition Ready, aim, fire! Partygoers will participate in target of National Running Day! Check the Fleet practice and Nerf War games, with targets, obstacles, Feet Facebook page for details! Race, food, fun! Nerf guns, Nerf ammunition,and face protection provided. The party host will select teams and help Staley RUN White & Blue Road Run/Walk facilitate games. Ages 8+. For details, call 429-3472. July 4 w Kids’ Run 7:30 a.m. w Timed Race 8 a.m. Overlook Adventure Park Sports or Bounce House Party at the DISC Compete in a re-formatted ½ mile kids’ run, 5K run, or Your guests can play on an inflatable bounce house, join in the 2-mile fun run/walk. Register by June 21 to climb the rock wall, use the batting cage, and play guarantee a shirt or tank, no shirt orders will be taken basketball, volleyball, soccer, or bubble ball sports! after this date. Registration includes admission to Splash Add the Party Room for an additional minimal cost. Cove from 9 - 11 a.m. Register at runsignup.com, pick up Call the DISC at 429-3472 today! an entry form at the DISC, or call 429-7750. Creative Arts Party Check-in: 6:30 - 7:15 a.m. Fee: Kids Run: $20 ($25 on race day) Your 2-hour party at the Poage Arts & Recreation All Races/Walk: $30 ($35 on race day) Center will include themed activities, crafts, games, Early Packet: July 3 Overlook Adventure Park and costumes (upon request). Call 619-8044 for more information! Tuesday Night Park Runs Presented by Staley Credit Union On Safari Party at Scovill Zoo Head to Fairview for a Tuesday night run in the park! Included are 25 zoo admissions and train passes for Half-mile Tot Trot, 1-mile Fun Run, and various distances your guests, a gift for the birthday child, and use of the up to six miles. A race & sponsor schedule is available outdoor deck or Shilling Environmental Education at the DISC. Center. Call 421-7435 to schedule! Date: Tuesdays, June 9 - July 28 Time: Registration, 5:30 p.m.; Run, 6 p.m. Overlook Adventure Mini Golf Location: Fairview Park Pavilion #1 How about a party with mini golf, snacks and drinks? Fee: $1 (benefits Staley Striders youth programs) This location is fun for all ages and can be reserved with or without the GSI Party Bin. Call 429-7750 to Staley Striders Track & Field Club schedule your next event! Led by Coach Mike Landacre, athletes aged 6+ focus on running and field events in a fun atmosphere, promoting Pool Party a healthy lifestyle. Host your pool party at Splash Cove! We offer two Code Age Day Date Time great options for rentals: After-hours and open-hours. 441627-01 6 - 18 MTW June 15 - July 28 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Visit our website for details on fees, size limits, and Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex and DISC Track more information about booking. Call Danita at Fee: $35 ($30 with resident discount) 429-3472 to schedule your party! 24 Scovill Zoo

Friend of the Zoo Memberships Individual Membership $42/year Family Membership $85/year Grandparent Membership $42/year Membership Includes: • FREE admission to Scovill Zoo • Discounted admission to 150+ zoos nationwide 71 South Country Club Rd. • Discount on Gift Shop merchandise • Discount on Birthday Party Packages, Education Decatur, IL 62521 w 217/421-7435 Classes, Pajama Party, and Family Camp Outs www.scovillzoo.com Zoo Opens • Subscription to Critter Chatter newsletter Spring & Summer Hours April 4! • Invitation to Members Only Events Spring Season: April 4 - May 22 • Reduced rate for train and carousel rides 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Week Days Members’ Rides Pass - $135 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays Families with FOZ memberships are invited to try the Summer Season: May 23 - August 9 Members’ Ride Pass, a real convenience for those who 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily frequently visit the zoo! For just $135, families can ride Last admission one hour before closing. the train and carousel as many times as they wish. Eligible Admission is free on Thursdays, for FOZ Family Memberships only. Other FOZ members beginning June 4! may purchase train and carousel tickets for their guests at the member discounted rate.

Admission Prices Zoo Parents Age Admission Train Carousel Become a Zoo Parent by adopting one of Scovill Zoo’s Under 2 FREE FREE $2.50 animals! Your donation will help provide for the animal’s 2 - 12 $5.50 $3.50 $2.50 care and feeding. Zoo Parent perks include a personalized 13 - 64 $7.50 $3.50 $2.50 adoption certificate, subscription to the Critter Chatter 65+ $6.50 $3.50 $2.50 newsletter, invitation to the Friends of the Zoo Annual Picnic, recognition on the zoo’s website, and one free Friends of the Zoo enjoy a $.50 discount on train and zoo admission. A great gift idea! carousel fees. On the carousel, adults ride free when standing with a child under the age of 2. Mobile Zoo The Scovill Mobile Zoo can come to your school, organization, or event and make presentations tailored to fit your needs. Sessions last approximately thirty minutes for younger students and up to one hour for older students. Call 421-7435 for rates and information.

Where can you find wild animals, interactive exhibits, Gift Shop education, and fun? In Scovill Park! ZooMu Family Pass Looking for a “zoo-nique” gift idea or fun souvenir of fee is just $195 for one full year for BOTH facilities! your visit to Scovill Zoo? Visit the Scovill Zoo Gift Shop Visit Scovill Zoo or the Children’s Museum of Illinois for plush animals, books, and games. to purchase your pass today! Scovill Zoo 25

Zoo Snooze - Group Camp Outs Gather your group for an amazing overnight with the ZOO SPECIAL EVENTS animals at Scovill Zoo! Your outing will include an FOZ Breakfast with the Easter Bunny evening animal presentation, tour, bonfire, marshmallow April 11 at 8:30 a.m. roast, and early wake-up tour. Scout groups can complete Friends of the Zoo members will join the Easter Bunny crafts or badge projects for an additional fee. One adult for a light breakfast, games and egg hunt inside the (aged 18+) may participate free per every 5 students. Cost zoo. Call 421-7435 for reservations. $5 per member. is $30 per person (min: 10 paid participants; max: 25). Critter Egg Hunt Zoo Tours April 11 1:30 p.m. Music/Dancing • 2 p.m. Egg Hunt Experience the zoo up close and personal with tours for Make Scovill Zoo’s Critter Egg Hunt a family individuals age 6 and up! Schools and organizations will tradition! Free for ages 10 and under. Enjoy $2.00 zoo enjoy a personalized tour, with a narrated explanation of admission before and after the egg hunt and reduced exhibits and their residents. Meal deals, grab bags, goat admission from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Children’s food, and sno-cones are also available. Please call two weeks Museum. in advance to schedule: 421-7435. World Penguin Day & Earth Day Zoo Buddies April 25 / 12 - 4 p.m. With Zoo Buddies, our youngest zoo enthusiasts have Featuring the Humboldt penguin! Learn what we their own pint-sized animal adventures! Each month, kids can do locally to help save animals around the world. aged 3 - 5 will discover a new species or environment and Zippy Zoo Day with Mom take home a new zoo buddy plush toy. May 9 & 10 / 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Code Subject Date Time On May 9, we honor moms with games, gifts (while 156514-D1 Creepy Crawlies Apr. 14 10 - 11 a.m. supplies last), and animal presentations. All weekend, 156514-D2 Creepy Crawlies Apr. 14 2 - 3 p.m. mothers receive free admission with a paid child. 156514-E1 Rockin’ Reptiles May 12 10 - 11 a.m. 156514-E2 Rockin’ Reptiles May 12 2 - 3 p.m. Memorial Day Celebration 156514-F1 Hedgie the Hedgehog June 9 10 - 11 a.m. May 25 / All Day 156514-F2 Hedgie the Hedgehog June 9 2 - 3 p.m. Veterans receive free admission and train rides all day! 156514-G1 Lively Leaping Lemurs July 14 10 - 11 a.m. 156514-G2 Lively Leaping Lemurs July 14 2 - 3 p.m. Dads’ Day Dollar Deal / June 21 / All Day 156514-H1 Eager Emus Aug. 11 10 - 11 a.m. $1 per person admission for dear ol’ Dad and the 156514-H2 Eager Emus Aug. 11 2 - 3 p.m. entire family! Location: Zoo Education Center Fee: $16 ($13 with resident discount) Ice Cream Safari presented by Prairie Farms Dairy July 19 / 1 - 4 p.m. Stroll the grounds and sample different ice cream NEW AT SCOVILL ZOO! flavors throughout the zoo. Parents Night Out (Ages 5+) Twilight Tuesdays The kids will enjoy pizza, animal encounters, a craft and June 30, July 28, August 25, September 29 tour at Scovill Zoo. Parents will enjoy four free hours to Gift shop and entrance will be open until 7 p.m., and have dinner, see a movie or head home to take a nap. Scovill Zoo grounds will be open until 8 p.m. Dates: Friday, July 17 Saturday, August 22 Time: 5 - 9 p.m. Fee: $25 per child ($15 for each additional sibling) Valued Scovill Call 421-7435 to register! Zoo Partner 26 Scovill Zoo Classes/Camps

Critter Tales (Ages 5 & 6) Zoo Crew (Ages 11 - 13) Kids aged 5 - 6 can join Scovill Zoo’s “book club”! Each 11-13 year old campers will be spending a week getting week, a new zoo topic will be covered, and participants will their hands dirty learning how to save our world and add a new story to their home library. 90-minute sessions its endangered animals! Participants will work together will include animal encounters and hands-on activities. to come up with plans for providing new and exciting Code Subject Date experiences for the animals by helping our zookeepers 156534-N1 Happy Homes June 4 with animal enrichment and training! 156534-P1 Weird Weaponry June 11 Code Date Time 156534-Q1 Perfect Pollinators June 18 126534-21 June 8 - 12 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 156534-R1 Out of Sight till Tonight June 25 126534-22 June 15 - 19 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 156534-S1 How to Beat the Heat July 2 126534-23 June 22 - 26 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Zoo Education Center 126534-24 June 29 – July 3 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m. 126534-25 July 6 - 10 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fee: $19 ($16 with resident discount) 126534-26 July 13 - 17 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 126534-27 July 20 – 24 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Zoo Kids (Ages 7 & 8) Days: Monday - Friday Zoo Kids: Ready to get your hands dirty, slimy or sticky? 7 Location: Zoo Education Center and 8 year olds are welcome to join us while we explore all Fee: $95 ($80 with resident discount) things that are GROSS here at the Scovill Zoo! From roaches Zoo Teens I (Ages 14 - 17) to slugs to animal dung, it is all icky, educational fun! If you’re interested in a career involving animals, Zoo Code Date Time Teens I is a fun, educational way to learn more. Recom- 126532-01 June 8 - 12 9 a.m. - noon mendation letter, volunteer hours, and a training day are 126532-02 June 15 - 19 1 - 4 p.m. required. Applications are due by April 1. 126532-03 June 22 - 26 9 a.m. - noon 126532-04 June 29 - July 3 1 - 4 p.m. Code Date Time 126532-05 July 6 - 10 9 a.m. - noon 156550-T1 June 1 - Oct. 12 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 126532-06 July 13 - 17 1 - 4 p.m. Days: Monday - Sunday 126532-07 July 20 - 24 9 a.m. - noon Location: Zoo Education Center Days: Monday - Friday Fee: $70 ($55 with resident discount) Location: Zoo Education Center Fee: $80 ($65 with resident discount) Zoo Teens II (Ages 14 - 17) Zoo Teens II offers hands-on experience caring for ani- Zoo Camp (Ages 9 & 10) mals and educating the public, while working as part of the animal care team. Completion of Zoo Teens I is Are Zabras white with black stripes or black with white strongly recommended. Recommendation letters, volun- stripes? 9 & 10 year old campers will be exploring animal teer hours, and a training day are required. Applications myths and mysteries in this week long adventure! are due by April 1. Code Date Time Code Date Time 126533-11 June 8 - 12 1 - 4 p.m. 156550-T2 June 1 – Oct. 12 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 126533-12 June 15 - 19 9 a.m. - noon 126533-13 June 22 - 26 1 - 4 p.m. Days: Monday - Sunday 126533-14 June 29 - July 3 9 a.m. - noon Location: Zoo Education Center 126533-15 July 6 - 10 1 - 4 p.m. Fee: $50 ($35 with resident discount) 126533-16 July 13 - 17 9 a.m. - noon 126533-17 July 20 - 24 1 - 4 p.m. Zoo Safari (Ages 11 - 17) Days: Monday - Friday Zoo Crew and Zoo Teens participants can join their Location: Zoo Education Center favorite counselors on a Zoo Safari, traveling to other Fee: $80 ($65 with resident Central Illinois zoos and nature centers. discount) Days: Monday - Thursday Location: Zoo Education Center Fee: $140 ($125 with resident discount) Overlook Adventure Park 27

Overlook Adventure Park at Lakeshore Landing 2501 E. Nelson Park Rd. w Overlookadventure.com Escape to the lake at Overlook Adventure Park, featuring two 18-hole, accessible mini golf courses, a high ropes course, and batting cages! Call 429-7750 for info about parties and corporate events. Check overlookadventure.com and our Facebook page for details about special events and tournaments!

Early Spring (April 4 - May 3) Late Spring (May 4 - May 20) Summer (May 21 - August 15) Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 10 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m.

Overlook Adventure Mini Golf Ropes Course With challenging water features and a Scovill Zoo This amazing course is unique to Central Illinois, animal theme, Overlook Adventure Mini Golf is a putting climbers 25 feet above the ground and soar- blast for individuals of all ages! ing above the mini golf course! You’ll climb your way Ages 3 & Under Free around 33 challenges, including a tightrope, bridges, Ages 4 - 12 $6.50 balance beams, and zip line! A tots course is also avail- Ages 13+ $7.50 able, with 9 obstacles for the little ones. Seniors 65+ $7.00 Ropes Course Rates 30 min. 60 min. Second Game $4.75 Tots Course $4.50 $7.50 GSI Party Bin Event $45 for GSI party bin + Ages 4 - 12 $6.50 $10.50 10 player min. at $5.50/round Ages 13+ $7.50 $11.50 Group Outing Rates 20 player min. at $5.50/round

Loyalty Card Batting Cages Golf 12 rounds, and the 13th round is free! Pick up Batting cages at Overlook Adventure Park feature four your Loyalty Card at the Overlook Adventure Mini different bays with varying speeds for baseball and soft- Golf counter. ball. Great for individuals, families, teams and groups.

Weekly Specials Batting Cage Rates Thursdays Two golfers for the price of 1 adult Pitches 15 75 150 375 Sundays Family Special - 4 golfers for $20 $2 $6.50 $11 $25 (children must be under age 12) Time (mins) 15 30 60 $11 $19 $34 ADVENTURE PASSSES Save on an Adventure Pass that combines your favorite activities. Youth Adult Purchase at the Park District Admin Office or Overlook Adventure Pick 2 $11 $12 Park front desk during open hours. Great gift idea! Youth passes are Pick 3 $15 $16 for ages 4 - 12 and adult passes are for 13 and older. Mini Golf - 18 holes / Batting Cage 75 pitches / High Ropes 30 minutes Add Splash Cove admission for an additional $6 per pass! 28 Arts

Arts at the Decatur Park District The Decatur Park District believes that the arts can make an invaluable and unique contribution to the educational process and to the enrichment of the lives of all. We are dedicated to stimulating the imaginations of the young and the young at heart by offering educational and performing opportunities for individuals, aged preschool to adult.

Best of Summer Stock! Comedy of Errors (Ages 6 - 12) Disney’s The Jungle Book and Into Students will learn basic improvisational skills in an The Woods Jr. are coming to the open, welcoming environment. Build self-confidence, Decatur Park District! In just 5 develop creativity, and have fun! This class will focus on weeks, actors entering 2nd - 12th various games and exercises that encourage trust and grades will experience first-hand what it takes to communication that will leave you with a smile and stage a production, including make-up, costumes, laughter. dance, choreography, choral singing, auditioning and Code Age Day Date Time performing a musical in a live theatre setting. Doors 472528-01 6 - 12 T June 16 - July 7 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. open at 8:30 a.m. and close at 4:15 p.m. on camp days. Location: PARC, 2020 N. Oakland Registration ends June 14. Fee: $35 ($30 resident discount) B.O.S.S., Jr. - Disney’s Jungle Book KIDS Greater Decatur Youth Band: Summer Band Code Age Day Date Time GDYB continues a long-standing tradition that offers area 632234-19 6 - 11 M - F June 15 - July 17 9 a.m. - noon band students the opportunity to continue playing in the B.O.S.S., Sr. - Into The Woods Jr. summer months under the guidance of experienced music Code Age Day Date Time educators. The program is under the direction of Dr. Neal 632234-20 11 -18 M - F June 15 - July 17 1 - 4 p.m. Smith, Chair of Music Education at Millikin University, with assistance from Alexandra Rodriguez (Millikin Uni- Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center, 2020 N. Oakland versity, St. Teresa High School). Performances include Fee: $205 ($190 with resident discount) collaborations with Decatur Municipal Band and Summer Notes: Fee includes performance tee shirt, script and Strings programs and guest conductor Dr. Corey Seapy, practice CD. B.O.S.S., Jr. participants must director of bands at Millikin, as well as performing at the supply show shoes and pants. B.O.S.S., Sr. Decatur Celebration Parade. participants must supply show shoes. Section Experience Day Time Jump Start 0 -1 year M/W 9 - 9:45 a.m. Crescendo 2+ years M/W 10 – 11:15 a.m. 2020 B.O.S.S. Performances Location: Millikin University Kirkland Fine Arts Center Dates: June 15 – August 5; Celebration Parade B.O.S.S., Jr. presents Disney’s Jungle Book KIDS Rehearsals for Crescendo band students Aug. 3 & 5 July 17 at 7 p.m. July 18 at 2 p.m. Fee: $80 ($72 with resident discount) $5 discount for 2nd child B.O.S.S., Sr. presents Into the Woods Jr. Deadline: June 15 July 18 at 7 p.m. July 19 at 2 p.m. Performances Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door for re- Millikin Homestead July 8 6:30 p.m. served seating at the Decatur Civic Center Theater. Devon Amphitheater * July 15 6:30 p.m. Advance ticket sales begin June 29 and end July Scovill Zoo** July 19 Time TBD Fairview Park July 29 6:30 p.m. 16. Call 422-5911 or purchase at 620 E. Riverside, Decatur Celebration Parade* August 8 Time TBD online at decatur-parks.org or one hour prior to *Crescendo band students only show time at the door. Free preview on July 4 at 5 **Jumpstart band students only p.m. in Nelson Park! Arts 29

Summer Strings First Gig Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp The Summer Strings program, Compose, produce, and perform like a comprised of the Pizzicato and Rock Star! With the help of seasoned Arco Orchestras, is designed for strings students age 7-18 musicians, students aged 10 - 17 will with at least one year of playing enjoy a week of learning and fun on experience. This program the MU campus. Camp includes sessions provides string players with an for bass, drums, guitar, and vocals and will culminate in opportunity to practice and a Rock Concert at the Decatur Civic Center Theatre perform over the summer while on Saturday, July 25, 2020. Mike Schoneman and local further developing their technical and musical skills. musicians instruct. Directed and taught by Alexandra Rodriguez (music For details, email [email protected]. faculty at Millikin University & St. Teresa High School) Code Group Day Date Time Section Date Time 471100-21 Bass M - F July 20 - 24 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Pizzicato Orch. June 15 - July 29 10 – 10:45 a.m. Arco Orch. June 15 - July 29 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 471100-22 Drums M - F July 20 - 24 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 471100-23 Guitar M - F July 20 - 24 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Performances 471100-24 Vocals M - F July 20 - 24 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Millikin Homestead July 8 6:30 p.m. Location: Millikin University Scovill Zoo July 19 1 - 4 p.m. (Exact performance time TBA) Fee: $275 ($250 resident discount); fee includes Fairview Park July 29 6:30 p.m. lunch and tee shirt Note: Musicians must supply instruments. Guitarists and bassists Location: Millikin University Pilling Chapel Days: Monday & Wednesday (does not meet July 4) supply guitar/bass and straps, small amp, extra strings, picks and cables. Drummers must bring their kit, drumsticks and practice Fee: Full session, $80 ($72 with resident discount) pad. All instruments will remain secure for the duration of the $5 dis. for second child in any summer band program camp. Registration ends July 20 unless full. Space is limited. Note: Arco Orchestra is for students aged 7 - 18 with at least 3 years of playing experience. Pizzicato Orchestra is for students aged 7 - 18 years The First Gig Course with 1 - 2 years of playing experience. Guitar: Guitarists will learn basic chords, picking and Deadline: June 15 strumming, soloing and advanced rhythm guitar. Greater Decatur Chorale Bass: Bassists will learn technique, dexterity and scales, Celebrating its 35th season, the Greater Decatur Chorale as well as tips for improvisational playing. is comprised of 70+ adults who enjoy singing and sharing Drums: Drummers will learn tuning, dynamics, timing their talents with the community. The group, directed by and warm up exercises, and simple to complex rock Ted Hesse and accompanied by Anita Gifford, performs grooves. throughout the year, including a winter and spring perfor- Vocals: Singers will learn skills to improve delivery mance. To join this spectacular ensemble, see audition info and enhance their voices. Vocal range, projection and below. All are welcome! Code: 652652_06 harmony are part of this course as well as practices for Auditions: August 31, 6:30 - 7 p.m. (Fall Semester) warm-up and relaxation. Fee: $40/semester (costumes/tux rental not included) Production: All participants will learn behind-the-scenes Rehearsals: Mondays, 7 - 9 p.m. beginning August 31 production skills to make their band look and sound (no rehearsal on Sept. 7 or December 8) like pros. Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center Staff: Area professional musicians and local music depart- Note: Note: To audition, please prepare a song of your choice. ments work with campers. Campers are assigned a band, Tape or CD may be used as accompaniment. You may be asked which includes guitarist, bassist, drums, and vocalist. to sight read or perform tonal memory singing. For an appointment, call 217-619-8042. 30 Dance

Dance Classes (June 16 - July 9) Dance Class Descriptions The Decatur Park District’s Summer Dance program Caretaker & Tot allows toddlers and caregivers to inter- offers a variety of classes for ages pre-school through act, using music, movement, songs and creativity. adult. The 4 week session is a great way to sample classes and to keep working on your technique! To register call Intro to Dance (3-5) utilizes creative and age-appropri- 619-8044. ate activities to develop coordination, body awareness, Code Class Day Time and dance discipline. 472501-05 Caretaker & Tot T 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. Hip Hop (5 - 9) helps build confidence, cardiovascular 472501-06 Intro to Dance ages 3 - 5 Th 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. strength, and conditioning. No experience required. 472505-11 Tap ages 6 - 9 T 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. 472505-12 Tap ages 10 - 16 T 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. Hip Hop (9 - 14) introduces the newest Hip Hop danc- 472505-13 Adult Tap 16+ T 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. es, building confidence, strength and conditioning. No 472506-02 Intro to Ballet 14+ T 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. experience required. 472518-12 Ballet Tap ages 6 - 9 Th 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 472505-14 Tap Jazz ages 9-12 Th 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ballet Tap Combo students aged 6 - 9 will learn disci- 472517-05 Jazz ages 6 - 9 Th 6:15 – 7:00 p.m. plines of ballet and tap. 472516-52 Lyrical ages 10+ Th 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 472516-53 Modern ages 13+ Th 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Intro to Ballet (14+) provides classical training, with 472516-54 Choreography ages 10+ T 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. concentration on technique and combinations across 472517-02 Hip Hop ages 5 - 9 Th 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. the floor. No experience required. 472517-03 Hip Hop ages 9 - 14 Th 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. Lyrical (10+) is a fusion of ballet, jazz, and modern *Tues. classes start June 16; Thurs. classes start June 18 dance styles. Classes focus on conveying musicality and Location: Poage Arts & Recreation Center, 2020 N. Oakland emotion through movement. Fee: $35 ($30 with resident discount) Modern (13+) allows and teaches dancers to express Spring Dance Recital themselves outside of restrictions that come from clas- Best of the 80’s! Enjoy a dance concert with great tunes sical dance styles. from Cyndi Lauper to New Kids on the Block. Featuring Choreography (10+) teaches dancers to choreograph the Park District’s dance students aged 3 - adult. Special their own routines utilizing time, space, energy, and performance by our high school senior dancer, Kiarra improvisation. Brimm. Call 422-5911 for tickets! Jazz students aged 6-9 will learn jazz technique and fun Date: Friday, May 8 7 p.m. routines in this high energy class. Saturday, May 9 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Tickets: $8 in advance and $10 at the door for reserved Tap/Jazz Combo students aged 9-12 will learn disci- seating at the Decatur Civic Center Theater. plines of tap and jazz and fun routines. Tap (6 - 9) and (10 - 16) will focus on technique and fun routines. Adult Tap Technique is for ages 16+. Fun routines and technique are highlighted in this 1-hour class.

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OUTDOOR FUN GARDENS

Parks & Playgrounds (Open June 1 - August 4) Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden The Decatur Park District owns and manages 2,000 Newly Renovated 2019! acres of park land, with 26 neighborhood parks and 10 Enjoy the tranquility of the ardens alongside Lake Deca- community parks/nature areas. Decatur’s parks provide tur with a visit to the Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden. wonderful outdoor venues for picnics, family reunions, Built in 1927, the garden was renovated in 2019. Today, sports activities, and community events. To reserve a the area is home to stately cypress trees that provide pavilion, please call the administrative office at 422-5911. shade for a variety of flowering plants nestled among Further information about our different pavilions can the boulders. The Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden, be found on our Pavilions page. Hours for Decatur Park located in Nelson Park, is open from 7:30 a.m. until District’s parks are dawn – 10 p.m. dusk in season. Need to find the address and amenities of a particular park? Visit decatur-parks.org/parks

DMH Fitness Station at Nelson Park This outdoor fitness station adjacent to the dog park features 24 exercise machines. Make this part of your exercise routine! Disc Golf in Nelson Park Disc golf is enjoyed by individuals of all ages! Download the Nelson Park disc golf course scorecard at Decatur- parks.org. Discs may be rented at Overlook Adventure Mini Golf. Fairview Park Rose Garden Nelson Park Mountain Bike Trail Planted in 1958 and 1959 by the Stephen Decatur Rose Ideal for beginner to intermediate mountain bikers to Society, Fairview Park’s iconic rose garden has benefited ride the loops and work on skills, this slightly hilly course greatly from the generosity of the Morey family. Horticul- includes nine total obstacle features and 1.3 miles of trail. ture staff has renovated and restored the garden that now includes roses, low hedges, annuals and perennials culti- vated at the Schaub Floral Display Center greenhouse.

Scovill Oriental Garden This beautiful Chinese-inspired garden was built by Guy and Rose Scovill in the 1920’s and ’30s. In 1948, the Scovill Family deeded their farm to the Decatur Park Dis- trict. Today, the garden also features the Wikoff Oriental Garden Terrace. Located in Scovill Park (71 S. Country Club Rd.), the garden is open from 7:30 until dusk. 32 Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater

2020 Shows May 16 Devon on Tap May 22 Ides of March with special guest Mark Farner May 29 90’s Daughter Box Office May 30 2686 E. Cantrell Street Dogs of Society: Decatur, IL 62521 The Ultimate 217/422-5911 Elton Rock Tribute Visit devonamphitheater.com for news, June 5 tickets, info & more. Three Dog Night June 12 BB King Blues Band Ticket Information y bu s The purchase of tickets online can ket June 26 tic occur at any time through the The Oak Ridge Boys Devon’s ticket provider— EventBrite. EventBrite accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover July 3 cards for online payment. Tickets can also be purchased Leonid & Friends at the Decatur Park District offices at 620 E. Riverside July 4 Drive (Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m) or River Bottom over the phone by calling (217) 422-5911. Nightmare Band • For all concert events, all guests—including children over 2 years old—are required to have a ticket to enter. July 17 • Facilities at The Devon are wheelchair-accessible, Hairball with wheelchair seating available on our reserved seat- July 24 ing level. Captain Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters August 29 September 26 Join the E-mail Club! BritBeat Platinum Rock Legends Sign up to keep up! Stay in the loop with up-to-date concert and event announcements, news, promo- It doesn’t stop there! View the complete tions, and info. Devonamphitheater.com line-up at devonamphitheater.com

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Movies in the Park Bring your blankets and lawn chairs as you enjoy the movie with family and friends on our 36-foot screen! Concessions will be available for purchase. Free Pop- corn to the first 200 visitors courtesy of Scott State Bank. *Small umbrella strollers will be allowed only on movie nights. Dates: Schedule available at devonamphitheater.com Fee: Free Location: Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater Time: Dusk @thedevonamp

Clear Bag Policy

Items Permitted: Items Prohibited (including, but not limited to): Clutches no larger than 4.5” x 7.0”, clear tote no larger than Bags larger than 4.5” x 7.0” (including purses and bin- 12” x 12”, blankets no larger than 5’x6’, binoculars with ocular cases) coolers, laser pointers, banners, flags, noise- lenses no longer than 4”, standard camp chair, ponchos, makers, weapons, laptops, video recorders, monopods, items related to medical condition, diaper bags (with child). tripods or any items deemed dangerous or inappropriate. 34 Park Pals

Park Pals

Team River Runner - Free! Standing Paddle Co. Through the cameraderie of kayaking, this organization Paddle board, kayak, and pedal boat on Lake Decatur assists veterans at any stage of their healing process. with a rental from the Standing Paddle Co., located just Veterans, non-veterans with east of the Beach House. Visit the Facebook page or call disabilities, and their families Abi McIntosh at 840-4770 for details. are welcome to participate. For details, contact Jennifer Hahn Rotary Notes at Overlook Adventure Park at 314/807-3063. Thank you to Decatur Rotary #180 for adding to the Tandemonium Bike enrichment of our community by adding the Rotary Notes play structure to Historic Nelson Park. Rental Cruise the trails on a single-rider, tandem bicycle, or quad- ricycle from Tandemonium! Since 2012, Shirley and David Hardin have offered this convenient, low-cost rental service at Fairview and Nelson Parks. Helmets are included! Visit the Tandemonium Facebook page for more information

Beach House 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr. Decatur, IL 62521 decaturbeachhouse.com (217) 422 - 7202

Everyone’s Fair Litter Critter Fooderie Art inspiring change! “Be a Deer, Put it Here” a unique 2115 E. Nelson Park Rd. sculpture went up at Overlook Adventure park in the Decatur, IL 62521 shape of our state animal, the White -Tailed Deer to (217) 330 - 9221 educate our community and kick off a no litter cam- paign with the Beautify Decatur Coalition and Limitless Decatur! Mister Softee 2505 E. Nelson Park Rd. 9/11 Memorial Decatur, IL 62521 The Decatur 9/11 Memorial titled “We Remember, We (217) 521 - 7020 Rebuild, We Become Stronger,” helps us to remember the tragedy of September 11 and honor those who per- ished. View this stunning memorial constructed with a 13 1/2 foot I-beam from the World Trade Center on the Nelson Park Lakefront. Special Recreation 35

SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION (SRA) The Decatur Park District’s SRA, in cooperation with the villages of Forsyth and Mt. Zion, improves the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. Through advocacy, awareness and inclusion, the SRA provides recreation programs to promote a successful leisure lifestyle. Programs are led by qualified, caring, experienced staff. Activities, including field trips, concerts, sporting events, shows, and dances are included in a monthly calendar. Call Dana Floyd at 429-7750 to be added to the mailing list!

Camp I Can Swim, create arts and crafts, and visit the zoo in this camp designed for special kids with special needs. Fun activities at Nelson Park, Splash Cove, Scovill Zoo and more! Code Age Day Date Time 529130-43 6 - 14 M - F June 1 - 5 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 529130-44 6 - 14 M - F June 8 - 11 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 529130-45 6 - 14 M - F June 15 - 19 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 529130-46 6 - 14 M - F June 22 - 25 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: TBA Fee: $70 ($65 with resident discount)

Camp F.I.R.E. Dances at the KC Hall Camp F.I.R.E. (Fostering Independent Recreation A night of music, dancing, and snacks! Dances are held Education) is for youth aged 15 - 21 who are enrolled in the first Wednesday of every month from 6 - 8 p.m. at High School with an IEP. Participants in this extension the KC Hall. of Camp I Can visit Scovill Zoo, DISC, Overlook adventure Park, and Splash Cove! Lunch Bunch Code Age Day Date Time Enjoy a delicious lunch and great atmosphere with your 529140-43 15 - 21 M - F June 1 - 5 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 529140-44 15 - 21 M - F June 8 - 11 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. friends at a Decatur area restaurant. 529140-45 15 - 21 M - F June 15 - 19 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 529140-46 15 - 21 M - F June 22 - 25 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. BINGO Location: TBA BINGO is held once a month. Seven games are featured, Fee: $70 ($65 with resident discount) along with great prizes, drinks and snacks.

Movies Advertising & Sponsorship Join your friends once a month on Tuesday for a trip to Want to reach thousands with your corporate the movies. Transportation provided. message? Advertise with us! Options include the DISC, golf courses, Soccer Complex, Rotary Special Olympics Park, Overlook Adventure Park, Decatur Airport, Athletes can participate in Special Olympics events year- Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, and Splash Cove. round! Sports include basketball, bowling, track and field, Support a particular cause by sponsoring youth snowshoeing, and volleyball. Participants must be at least recreation teams and tournaments, junior golf, the 8 years old and have a current medical application on file. arts, Scovill Zoo, MidState Soccer, Special Rec and more! Call Jill Applebee at 422-5911 for details and prices. 36 Mature Adults

Senior Olympics (April 13 - 23) NEW LOCATION! Make your mark during Decatur’s 3rd annual Senior Scovill Activity Center, 3915 W Main St. Olympics, presented by the Decatur Park District! Men and Classes, special events and trips are open to adults women aged 50+ are invited to compete in eight different aged 55+. Programs are held at Scovill Activity Cen- events during the month of April. All participants will receive ter unless otherwise noted. For a list of trips and an event tee, and the top 3 winners in each category will activities, contact Dana Floyd at 429-7750 or visit take home medals. An activity list and registration forms are decatur-parks.org. Join us! available at partner facilities and online at Decatur-parks.org. Bunco Total Fit at the DISC Roll the dice! This game is easy to learn and can be If you’re age 50 or better, get healthy with Total Fit at played with any number of people. Prizes will be awarded the DISC! This upgrade of the Fit 3 Program includes each week. individualized training and assistance on the fitness Date/Time: Every Wednesday 1 p.m. machines. You’ll also receive 3 FREE visits to the DISC Fee: $4 per person and quarterly newsletters with valuable health tips and class updates. To be added to the mailing list and join the Game Day updated, free Total Fit program, call the DISC at 429-3472 Enjoy an old-fashioned game of cards! Play bridge, rummy or pinochle. You do not need to bring a partner. Health Screenings Date/Time: Fridays from 1 - 4 p.m. Take advantage of the DISC’s FREE or low-cost health Fee: $1 refreshment donation screenings provided by DMH each month from 8 - 10 a.m. Date: March 11, April 8, May 27 Watercolor Class Time: 8 - 10 a.m. Learn about watercolors in this class taught by local Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood professional artist Don Gruber. Date: Thursdays, September - May Forever Fit Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Calling all active agers, 55 and better! This is a low Fee: $25 every three months impact, packed with fun, 45 minute class. Burn some calories and make some friends as we move, laugh, Holiday Activities and sweat with an ever changing variety of exercises. Join your friends for a great meal at Scovill Activity Center! This class focuses on strength, balance, flexibility and Day Date Time cardiovascular health, but most importantly, making Easter Lunch W April 8 noon fitness FUN! Mothers’ Day Lunch W May 5 noon Summer Cookout F June 19 noon Chair Yoga Independence Day Lunch T July 14 noon This yoga practice is designed to increase flexibility, 17th Annual Luau M Aug. 31 noon balance, and range of motion. Chair support is offered to Fall Lunch T Sept. 15 noon safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures. Location: Scovill Activity Center, 3915 W. Main Street Restorative breathing exercises and relaxation are Fee: $11 per meal RSVP: Register one week in advance by calling 429-7750. included to help relieve stress and improve mental clarity. Note: Transportation is provided to and from lunches for an additional $2. Fun Fridays Come play games and puzzles that stimulate the brain Door-to-door transportation is available for just to keep your mind sharp! $2.00 per trip. Call 429-7750! Date: 2nd & 4th Fridays of each month Time: 9 - 10 a.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Meeting & Banquet Facilities 37

Plan Your Event Host your next business meeting, corporate event, golf outing, or wedding with us! Out variety of indoor and Meeting & Banquet Facilities outdoor spaces provide options for every size and budget. • Receptions • Golf Outings • Weddings • Bridal Showers Hickory Point Banquet Facility: 422-5911 • Rehearsals • Corporate Meetings Enjoy a magnificent view of Hickory Point Golf Course! Beautiful cathedral ceilings provide a dramatic setting For detailed information and facility photos, visit decatur-parks.org. for your next meeting, reception or party. Facility allows for 225 people in the full banquet room; 50 in the 1/3 room, and 100 in the 2/3 room. PA system, projector, and screen are available for rent.

Scovill Garden House: 421-7435 Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion: 422-5911 This beautiful former summer home of Guy and Rose Schedule your next special occasion at the Anne & Al Scovill features kitchen facilities and seating for up to Swartz Pavilion at Hickory Point! This beautiful structure, 40 guests. Perfect for showers, reunions and corporate with sweeping views of the golf course, features weather- retreats. resistant fabric wind screens, catering options, and space Fee: $160 per day for 350 guests.

Scovill Park Gazebo: 421-7435 Contact Megan at [email protected] Walk down the aisle surrounded by flowers. Say “I do” or 217/422-5911 to book your event! in the gardens in Scovill Park. The gazebo can be rented from Easter - October. Rental Times: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. or 5 - 9 p.m.

Shilling Environmental Education Center: 421-7435 The Shilling Center at Scovill Zoo is the perfect site for your next conference, meeting, wedding reception, or reunion. Rent for a few hours or the entire weekend.

Decatur Indoor Sports Center: 429-3472 Need lots of space for your next event? The DISC offers the perfect setting for expos, seminars, meetings and parties. Choose from the main gym, auxiliary gym or small meeting room.

Pavilion Rental: 422-5911 Rent a Decatur Park District pavilion for your next family reunion, picnic, or church gathering! Rental agreements for the upcoming season may be made the first working day in January. Available from Easter - October. 38 Decatur Airport

Park District Class/Activity Registration account, user ID, and password, simply log on to decatur- The Park District’s resident/non-resident fee structure parks.org and select the programs you wish! was developed to ensure the fairest possible pricing for programs and services. Decatur residents make contri- Mail, Phone, Fax, or Register in Person! butions to the operation of the agency through their You may also mail, fax, or phone in your completed property taxes. If you live within Decatur Park District registration form. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, Ameri- boundaries, you benefit from “resident” rates. To receive can Express, check, and debit cards are all accepted. this rate, you will need to provide proof of residency the Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC) first time you register. Proof will not be required again, 1295 W. Wood, Decatur IL 62522 unless your address changes. Acceptable forms of proof Fax: 421-6642 Phone: 429-3472 include a valid driver’s license or current electric, gas, or water bill. Administrative Office 620 E. Riverside Ave., Decatur IL 62521 Online Phone: 422-5911 Online registration for most Park District classes and Fax: 421-7422 activities is available! To begin the online registration process and set up your household account, create an Registration Times account at decatur-parks.org, visit the DISC in person, Registration begins on March 9 for most summer classes. or call 429-3472. If you already have a current household Registration Form 39

Family Information (please print clearly) Parent/Guardian Name: □ Park District Resident □ Non-resident Address: City: Zip: Phone: (Home) (Work) (Cell) Email:

Participant Registration *Please indicate if shirt size is a youth or an adult size, if applicable to class. Shirt Participant’s Full Name Gender Birth Date School Grade Class Code Class Name Fee (mm/dd/yy) Size □M □F □M □F □M □F □M □F □M □F □M □F I would like to contribute to the Park District’s Youth Scholarship Program to enable economically disadvantaged youth the opportunity to participate. (Please enclose tax-deductible donation). □ Please contact me regarding ADA accommodations. A minimum of $8.00 will be charged for all refunds. Total Payment: Waiver & Release of All Claims and Assumptions of Risk Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program, including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided. I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program against the Decatur Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred as “Decatur Park District”). Photo Disclaimer: I understand that my child/ward or I may be photographed or videotaped while participating in a Decatur Park District program. I give permission for photos and videotapes of my child/ward or me to be used to promote the Park District. Such photos and videotapes will remain the property of the Decatur Park District. I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the Decatur Park District from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with this program/activity. I have read and fully understand the above waiver and release of all claims and assumption of risk. Signature (18 years or older or Parent/Guardian) Date NOTE: The Decatur Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for its participants. The cost of such insurance would make programs cost prohibitive. We suggest that you look at your own insurance policy to be sure you are adequately covered. The Park District assumes no responsibility for personal injuries or loss of personal property.

Payment Information Outstanding balances due to the Decatur Park District must be paid in full before enrollment and/or participation in other Park □ Cash District activities. Thank you for your understanding. □ Check (please make checks payable to Decatur Park District) Check #: Driver’s License #: Exp: □ Credit Card □ Visa □ MasterCard □ Discover □ American Express Card #: CVV#: Exp.: Signature: *Outstanding balances due to the Decatur Park District must be paid in full before enrollment and/or participation in other Park District activities. Thank you for your understanding.